BET Talks

Reuben Vincent: From the Ground Up — His Path in Hip-Hop & Welcome Home

On this episode of BET Talks, host Miabelle sits down with hip-hop standout Reuben Vincent for an honest, high-energy conversation about growth, purpose, and the grind behind the music. From breaking the ice with a fun This or That to unpacking the moments that pushed him toward his career, Reuben opens up about finding his path, staying self-aware, and drawing inspiration from the legends who shaped his sound. He also takes us inside the making of Welcome Home—sharing the mindset, manifestation, and wisdom guiding this next chapter. Real talk, quick gems, and insight from an artist fully in his zone! Tap in and don’t miss this one. * 00:00 – Meet Reuben Vincent: Rapper, Producer & Songwriter * 00:58 – This or That: Quick Icebreaker * 02:26 – Finding His Path: Reuben Vincent’s Journey Into Music * 11:23 – Welcome Home: The Story Behind the Project * 13:34 – Sampling the Greats: Learning From the Legends * 16:49 – Staying Self-Aware * 17:12 – Words From The Wise * 18:03 – Manifesting the Album: *Welcome Home* Stream Black Culture with BET+. Kick back and enjoy movies, TV series, exclusive originals and the best of Tyler Perry. Sign up for BET+ [https://www.bet.plus/] Connect with BET  * Website [https://www.bet.com/] * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@bet] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/BET] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/BETNetworks] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BET] * X.com [https://x.com/BET] * Threads [https://www.threads.com/@bet] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kalan.FrFr Gets Real on Being a “California Player,” Brotherhood & What’s Next

On this episode of BET Talks, rapper Kalan.FrFr sits down with Miabelle for an honest conversation about life, growth, and purpose. From breaking down what it really means to be a true “California Player” to opening up about growing up in Compton and staying deeply connected to his community, Kalan shares the experiences that shaped him. The two dive into the importance of accountability in male friendships, surrounding yourself with the right circle, and how being single has fueled his creative process. Kalan also reflects on family, faith, spirituality, and the qualities he values in a partner, while speaking candidly about prison reform, community awareness, and paying attention to politics beyond the music. Plus, Kalan looks ahead to what’s next, new music on the way, and how he’s balancing life while exploring passions outside of music. It’s a thoughtful, real, and inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss. * 00:00 – Meet Kalan.FrFr * 01:21 – This or That: Getting to Know Kalan.FrFr * 03:31 – What “California Player” Really Means * 05:09 – Trial & Error: Choosing the Right Circle * 06:05 – Accountability & Growth in Friendships * 08:01 – Beyond the Image: Who Kalan.FrFr Really Is * 08:54 – Single Energy: Channeling Life Into Creativity * 10:11 – What’s Next for Kalan.FrFr * 12:12 – Giving Back: Staying Aware of Community & Politics * 14:46 – Exploring Passions Beyond Music * 16:32 – Finding Balance in Life * 17:35 – Family, Foundations & Influence * 19:19 – What Kalan.FrFr Looks for in a Partner * 20:34 – Faith, Spirituality & Perspective * 21:45 – Closing Thoughts Stream Black Culture with BET+. Kick back and enjoy movies, TV series, exclusive originals and the best of Tyler Perry. Sign up for BET+ [https://www.bet.plus/] Connect with BET  * Website [https://www.bet.com/] * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@bet] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/BET] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/BETNetworks] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BET] * X.com [https://x.com/BET] * Threads [https://www.threads.com/@bet] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coco Jones: From Child Star to Grammy Award–Winning Artist Owning Her Next Chapter

Grammy Award–winning artist and actress Coco Jones pulls up to BET Talks with host Loren LoRosa for a candid, inspiring conversation about growth, purpose, and owning every chapter of her journey. From her early days in the Disney spotlight to stepping fully into her power as a chart-topping artist and breakout star on Bel-Air, Coco opens up about navigating fame, protecting her peace, and trusting the timing of her evolution. She breaks down the meaning behind her album Why Not More?, teases what music she’s working on next, and reflects on the influences that shaped her sound and confidence. The two also get into Coco’s mindset shifts, lessons learned along the way, and the importance of staying grounded while leveling up and proving that success looks different when it’s built with intention. This episode of BET Talks is proudly sponsored by Ally, a brand that believes in showing up with confidence, making smart moves for your future, and supporting every step of your journey forward. Tap in for real talk, self-reflection, and a powerful reminder that your next chapter is always worth betting on. * 00:00 – Meet Coco Jones: Grammy Winner, Actress & Certified It Girl * 01:48 – This or That? Coco Jones Keeps It Real * 04:31 – Inside “Why Not More?”: The Music, The Message, The Moment * 07:41 – What’s Next? Coco Teases New Music * 09:42 – From Disney to Now: Growing Up in the Spotlight * 11:02 – Walking in Purpose and Owning Her Power * 13:17 – Becoming Hilary Banks on Bel-Air * 14:16 – The Artists Who Shaped Coco’s Sound * 16:47 – Logging Off to Protect Her Peace * 17:45 – Coco’s Journey: Disney Breaks to Adult Wins * 18:21 – Coco’s Message to the Fans * 18:49 – Outro Stream Black Culture with BET+. Kick back and enjoy movies, TV series, exclusive originals and the best of Tyler Perry. Sign up for BET+ [https://www.bet.plus/] Connect with BET  * Website [https://www.bet.com/] * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@bet] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/BET] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/BETNetworks] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BET] * X.com [https://x.com/BET] * Threads [https://www.threads.com/@bet] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adekunle Gold Gets Real on Fuji, Life With Sickle Cell & His “King of Photoshop” Era

Adekunle Gold pulls up to BET Talks for a vulnerable, informative, and inspiring conversation with Miabelle that takes us far beyond the music. From his early days as “The King of Photoshop” to becoming a global force, AG breaks down the pivotal moments that shaped him, the bold reinvention behind Fuji, and the sound evolution that’s redefining his artistry. He opens up about love as a daily action, his passion for building a foundation to support the sickle cell community, and why using his voice for change matters now more than ever. Plus, AG teases The Odyssey documentary and what’s next on his creative journey. Tap in for gems, honesty, and a deeper look at the man behind the music—only on BET Talks. * 00:00 – Meet Adekunle Gold: The Man Behind the Music * 01:14 – This or That? AG Sets the Record Straight * 02:46 – Growing Up AG: The Early Years * 06:01 – Pivotal Moments That Shifted His Path * 09:02 – “Fuji”: Reinventing Himself & Shedding the Old AG * 12:16 – Breaking Down the Sound & Soul of Fuji * 14:04 – AG on Love: More Than a Feeling, It’s an Action * 17:09 – Creating a Legacy: Building a Foundation for Sickle Cell * 19:01 – Raising His Voice: A Call for Change * 19:39 – The Odyssey Documentary * 20:26 – Closing Reflections & Outro Stream Black Culture with BET+. Kick back and enjoy movies, TV series, exclusive originals and the best of Tyler Perry. Sign up for BET+ [https://www.bet.plus/] Connect with BET  * Website [https://www.bet.com/] * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@bet] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/BET] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/BETNetworks] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BET] * X.com [https://x.com/BET] * Threads [https://www.threads.com/@bet] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Armani White Tells All: Wrongful Arrests, Funny Moments, Fashion & Relationship Status

From wrongful imprisonment to ghosting, relationships to dream collabs — Armani White brings nothing but honesty, humor, and wild energy to this episode of BET Talks with Miabelle. Armani opens up about the moment that changed his life, how he learned to embrace vulnerability, and the misconceptions people often have about him. But don’t get it twisted — this conversation is far from heavy the whole way through. Armani keeps the laughs coming with his signature playfulness, quick jokes, and animated storytelling that make every minute entertaining. He dives into his fashion philosophy (“throwing that sh*t on”), celebrates his biggest wins, ranks Philly’s top artists, reveals surprising collaborations, and even lets us peek inside his personal journal. Whether he’s clowning around, reflecting on growth, or teasing what’s next, Armani delivers heart, humor, and high-energy vibes the entire time. Tune in — this is one of the most entertaining and unforgettable BET Talks episodes yet. * 00:00 – Stepping Into Armani White’s World * 01:18 – This or That: Rapid-Fire with Armani * 02:53 – Breaking Down Armani’s Style * 03:20 – Life Before the Spotlight * 04:26 – The Wrongful Arrest That Changed Everything * 06:31 – Finding Strength in Vulnerability * 07:53 – Armani Gets Real About His Relationship Status * 09:54 – Fashion Talk: “Throwing That Sh*t On” * 12:56 – Celebrating Armani’s Biggest Wins * 14:31 – Inside Armani White’s Personal Journal * 15:21 – Armani’s Top Philly Artists * 17:45 – Clearing Up Misconceptions About Armani White * 19:59 – What Armani Wants His Fans to Know * 21:29 – Armani White’s Career Highlights * 23:18 – Surprising Artists He’s Worked With * 24:28 – Freestyling the Future: What’s Next * 26:05 – What It Means to Be a Global Ambassador * 26:46 – Outro Stream Black Culture with BET+. Kick back and enjoy movies, TV series, exclusive originals and the best of Tyler Perry. Sign up for BET+ [https://www.bet.plus/] Connect with BET  * Website [https://www.bet.com/] * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@bet] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/BET] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/BETNetworks] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BET] * X.com [https://x.com/BET] * Threads [https://www.threads.com/@bet] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.