Van Lathan Discusses Growth, Grief, Mindset Evolution, Weight Loss, New Book + More

[@Tati.lashay]

Van is soooo thought provoking and accountable. There’s something very endearing about him. I loved this interview. 🙏🏽

[@Yeaux7]

Thanks Van...."Katrina" changed me and my family's life forever. Folks don't understand the trauma we endured.

[@jaicoture]

🙏🏿☮🙏🏿

[@beeboogie3589]

Fr it’s so traumatic

[@bankston11]

Like Van eluded to if a slap traumatizing to the point that you can't get up and go to work then I'll take that any day compared to what's folks have endured in the hood and certainly Katrina.

[@beeboogie3589]

@@bankston11 I went through it, I was there, in it…. Lower 9th ward. I’ll never forget it and I was 13 years old at the time.

[@geronimopratt7976]

I could only imagine

[@deannahinton5526]

Love Van Lathan! His candid nature and ability to stand in his truth, while still being relatable/REAL is rare and quite admirable!!💯❤

[@anthonypeterkin8973]

#

[@GodsFaithfulnessMatters2Me]

Well said sister! I absolutely concur!

[@keelah.5059]

"People don't tolerate you when you take up too much space".......that was a message right there.

[@vanessahardrick4115]

When I found out what happened I truly didn't believe it. I was upset and haven't watched TMZ scene he left. I'm so happy to see van living life, looking good and moving forward. God bless him.🧡

[@musiclove5935]

@Vanessa Hardrick I stopped watching TMZ for the same reason I stopped reading & purchasing the magazines(tabloids)we use to see while in line at grocery stores that had celebrity headlines. Majority is just nonsense.

[@johnnyfox8934]

Neither have I and I’m not someone who boycotts stuff.

[@annettedorsey9364]

Yes I agree with you

[@michelledozier4951]

Facts.

[@MsChoni]

Me too!

[@kyllegiovanni6718]

I'm a loyal "Thought Warrior" and I really enjoyed this interview. Van's ability to tell a story is quite captivating but when it's his story, it's on another level. Nice job Charlamagne and Angela with the interview.

[@arizonaFIREent]

Worst show ever!!!! The dislikes were always higher than the likes

[@dmonique]

I cant help but cry listening to him talk about how he dealt w his father's death. "listening to the wind" is so accurate. I lost my mom in 2008 and sometimes her absence hits me. I will never be ok.

[@ingrid8994]

So sorry for your loss 🥀

[@realascanb222]

U are ok sis. U are alive. Just how your mom would expect. Keep living and loving. May your mom rest peacefully.

[@noorgonzalez1076]

2 CORINTHIANS 1:3,4 JOHN 5:28 REVELATION 21:3,4 ISAIAH 35:5,6 PSALMS 37:10,11

[@Andtherewaslight427]

The interview I did not know I would enjoy so much. I genuinely understood when he explained the passing of a parent. But the cherry on top was, am good when am big or not. The relationship he has with himself. Truly enjoyed this. His so wholesome.🤗

[@Nicole0131]

Van is an entertaining interview because he’s candid, funny and gives us gems. I enjoyed this TBC!

[@christinastephens3613]

you yum I uh Jenn in the mail today I nam. Mmojy.

[@patriciawatson8631]

Everything Van is about is so real luv you Van I'm praying for you keep up the good work!!!!!!!!

[@marksheppard5109]

It's absolutely refreshing to see this brother, so intellectual intelligent, so true to self worth, for the black experience. We should be so proud of his presence in media. Quote: " “I have no mercy or compassion in me for a society that will crush people, and then penalize them for not being able to stand up under the weight.”

[@jessicapatrickjessicataylo5285]

Profound quote

[@JimmyJamesMcCrary]

After losing a large amount of weight and gaining it back a number of times, I’m now attempting to deal with the trauma behind my relationship with food… this interview was extremely cathartic for me.

[@getmoneychill6462]

Yeah man stick to it once you lose the weight it’s very easy to gain it right back.I gained 14lbs during the pandemic.As of 4-17-22 I’m down 10 lbs 10 more to go.

[@sicksadworld6221]

@@will1079 me too. It's an extreme struggle that I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy. Prayers for us all 🙏🏾

[@arizonaFIREent]

@@getmoneychill6462 I actually lost weight during the pandemic once we opened up the bars and Restaurants I gained it all back haha

[@dreamsdocometrue33]

If diets really worked, you wouldn't need to do more than one. Diets don't work. If you want to lose weight, adding more physical activity to your routine has better effects than changing what you eat.

[@sicksadworld6221]

@@dreamsdocometrue33 🎯

[@infinityweay]

Yes Van Terry!!! RIH Uncle Terry!! Also Van Is A Family Name!!! There Is Another Cousin Name Van In The Lathan Family!! Proud Of You Cousin!!!

[@avalauren4731]

I know Van has gone through ton of controversies in the last 6 years but I’m so glad CTG has stood by him

[@MRLONG758]

Tons of controversies? Really? What controversies?

[@MRLONG758]

@Happy Thoughts Yes and I don't consider any of what Van mentioned controversies. Definitely note anything for CthaGod to stop being associated with him for.

[@avalauren4731]

@@MRLONG758 ton was too strong of a word but - He’s hyper online so he’s gotten into a few twitter fights/draggings. Mainly it’s his TMZ association in general. I like Van but he went from being a rising star in the commentary community to quietly dropped by many (until his star started rising again) CTG has always enthusiastically called Van his friend

[@MRLONG758]

@Happy Thoughts I'm still waiting to hear the "tons" of controversies.

[@geronimopratt7976]

@@avalauren4731 you can't count Twitter rants thats literally the celebrities go to communication. He had 2 TMZ issues and he wasn't resigning with them so they gave him Rachel Nichols walking papers.

[@Preppylicous-h4h]

I watched this entire interview from beginning to end. Love Van Lathan. So deep, reflective and smart!

[@Vinceaholic2]

I totally relate to Van and his experience with his weight journey. Me gaining weight has altered how I interact with people and how people have interacted with me. My weight should not alter my happiness but yet it does and I have a number in my head that will make me feel more confident

[@jennystallings8261]

Love me some Van Lathan ! Haven't watched TMZ since the day he was gone. So happy to see him living his life and healing

[@MoLeaveBrainstainzz]

Van is an extraordinary person he relates to the culture, walks in his truth while helping others live in theirs. He’s very candid! Big ups Van

[@50somethang]

This interview could have easily gone on for another hour, Van is entertaining. Luv ya Van!

[@ShaniceXO26]

I love Van. He’s a gem

[@writingbywinifred6677]

Van is my friend in my head.

[@maryjane2965]

Mine too lol! I am trying to manifest someone like him, we would have so much fun 😂😭.

[@Mz.2flyBK]

I always pause to view Van interviews. He is so engaging

[@kdubsosolid]

Man Van’s interviews be so dope bro. He always finds away to break things down so well.

[@beefearliss3199]

Van is one of my favorite humans! Both his podcasts got me through the Panorama. Kudos to him on the Oscar and the book!

[@asiam1528]

Van’s success proves that when one door closes God opens a wider one 🙌

[@darrylbrownjr.877]

I can See Van having his Own TV show! He’s Very Entertaining ⭐️ He needs a Tv sitcom!!!

[@asiam1528]

Instead of that dude making all those babies

[@GoodFilms28]

That The Wire podcast with Jemelle Hill was 🔥.

[@originalmind9792]

This man is the Truth. Such a high level of consciousness and awareness. A real warrior. Blessings!

[@1lovJesus]

Shout out to Van for putting so many people on & making a difference in the community & the world.

[@BIGBLACK24KB]

Man, I feel like I’m hearing myself talk about the self love and weight situation. Much love, Van. I can’t wait to read/hear the book.

[@onthebeat9583]

That feeling will never be over!! My mom as been gone for over 13 years and I still sit and cry like a baby for her… it gets better with time but it will never be over

[@realascanb222]

Boy do I regret that day 😞

[@jaysco5257]

I love seeing CTG and Van in the same room. Van was basically the CTG of TMZ and CTG vice-versa. They're a part of the elite class that checked Ye, lived to tell about it and still have careers.

[@asiam1528]

Yes

[@creamycazz1]

Very well said!

[@Jg-ul6xk]

Haven’t watched the interview yet, but I’m so excited to see and hear what Van has been up to. It was so wrong for TMZ to let him go. But I’m sure it worked out for his greater good.

[@glittergirl-tz4ru]

His podcast is awesome

[@cbreazy8818]

He's doing greater things..TMZ boxed him in

[@KaiLove]

Love Van! Such a great storyteller and reflective perspective. Harold's Chicken for the win!

[@louisnorcia6846]

Van!!! Extremely interesting, conversational, immensely able to deliver his points…in amazing detail and examples.

[@dirtydi1]

I never really knew Van before this interview but I feel like this man was way ahead of TMZ. He's walking in his purpose and I felt every bit of his emotions. I wish the breakfast club brings him on full time! I would watch it if he's on it! Lol

[@shinebabyshine.]

I love Charlemagne and Van’s dynamic. As someone who deals with disordered eating this interview was both touching and hilarious

[@iPhone-rg1of]

“Healing is not linear” - Charlamagne Wow I had to think deep about that. Interesting enough, I came across Van’s old breakfast club interview out of boredom just a week ago…not thinking that I would gain anything from it. However, it was very insightful! So much insight, that I started searching any interview that I could find of him! So to see him on the breakfast club again was great! I love his perspective on different topics! And I wish him all the best and much more success! I’m looking forward to buying the book!

[@srianna0416]

Listen to higher learning his podcast

[@MagneticMethod]

This is an excellent interview! Thank you Van for standing up for your convictions and not shrinking in the face of lethal ignorance.

[@tysams626]

I feel you Van, my mother died in 2007 and I am still having a hard time dealing with it. I do not let anyone mention the fact that my mother has passed because it makes it real. I am currently going through life as if she is still alive. I have not yet healed and I am trying but it is really hard, so I understand. I wish you healing and blessings. I am a fan.

[@naomiv0626]

Praying for you my sister. I lost my mother in 2020 and it is the hardest thing I have ever had to endure.

[@jaydrains2247]

A lot of mothers were lost recently including mine a couple of months ago.. it’s hard to deal with.. people wondered why I didn’t mention it to everyone I knew .. some people are private and deal with death differently.. the pain doesn’t go away and talking about it to everyone you see makes it worse..

[@loyalm2327]

🙏🏾

[@tysams626]

@@naomiv0626 Thank you so much. I will pray for you also.

[@bjwilliams]

@@tysams626 sorry for your loss. 💗\ talking on the phone today about my sister who passed. in 2014, to my son, we were laughing about some of the things she would say..a real firecracker all her life, strong and funny!☺️ we just think of the good things from her life!

[@daphnesstudio1000]

Van......I am crying.....Bennigans.... Thank you for being so transparent and candid about your life.

[@viewmaster617]

Weight Gain is like drug addiction when you see clothes u want to wear but can't fit that's when you know u hit rock bottom💯

[@monetteshia]

Whew. Losing weight is hard! Whew

[@getmoneychill6462]

@@monetteshia It’s mental & discipline

[@nycgirltee]

Van been eating good. Lol haven't seen him in a while. Great interview the chemistry between all of them is dope. I love interviews with great energy!

[@Bylug706]

Van putting that weigh back on

[@Ruffsecs]

Eating too good. Lol

[@Boogiesince]

He said it was Covid weight. If you follow him on IG, he’s been working it off.

[@nycgirltee]

@@Boogiesince oh word damn I didn't know weight gain was a side effect of Covid thanks for the info

[@gigiraven]

@@nycgirltee huh? Is this a legit question or sarcasm?

[@kizzee2931]

I love Van Lathan, he is a fantastic storyteller.

[@ModestFash101]

This was so powerful. Almost had me in tears. He’s super pure/wise.

[@tbonezful]

I love Van's interviews !! That TMZ story ! Thank you for speaking it out loud . OH YOU DO UNDERSTAND! YOU JUST DONT CARE WHEN ITS MY CULTURE

[@ladaemon__]

Van Lathan is such a powerful voice, great interview folks !!

[@louisianagirl7430]

I love all of his interviews. Definitely a hometown hero…. Baton Rouge Babyyyy!

[@neworleanseveryday8450]

😎

[@MrAsearcy]

big 225!

[@Floyd_Payweather]

Love a black man with knowledge!! Keep goin

[@patienceramawa632]

Van is a bother we all need. I love how he spoke to MacG. It's about how he spoke to him, it was so educational, I love that about him

[@Ilovemusickc]

If you haven't watched Two Distant Strangers, please do! It was an excellent film! I watched it with my two teens and they loved it. It was relatable, intriguing and a great conversation starter for my family. Now, we are all huge fans of Joey Bada$$.

[@ayanomar1408]

losing a father is another level of pain. I lost mine in 2018 and I miss him everyday. RIP to all those loved ones

[@kristi3279]

❤ He was th "black TMZ guy" until his interaction with Ye for me....then he was Van Lathan. Love, have followed him ever since

[@winelove25]

Van is so entertaining and can’t wait to read the book

[@unmuzzled7795]

Best interview ever. What a wonderful man. He strikes me as true genius.

[@anitaharris6544]

LOVED THIS INTERVIEW!!!!!!!

[@seanconnor6253]

Peace over everything.

[@danispeaksfinances]

This interview and the points at 33:00 and being in the struggle/survival matrix and how it’s hard to community build and care about health, & wealth. It’s deep and needs to be expanded upon.

[@Msmackenzie]

I really enjoyed this interview. I love how vulnerable he was willing to be. I love his stories. Definitely dropped gems.

[@heyggirl1]

Van, Angela and Uncda Charla, all of you have really put the work in on your journey. ❤️ I feel proud.

[@ejr87r]

Love listening to Van, I don't always agree with him, which is great because we shouldn't always agree with each other, but challenge each other.

[@msjhelema2169]

His description of the loss of a parent is very well said and very true!! 👏👏👏👏

[@nshell2714]

This is such a great interview! I (really) appreciate Van Lathan's transparency. Real still exist and is recognized. Thank you!

[@kyrokyro2343]

I was just wondering what happened to this BROTHER,... ? Good to see you " VAN " , ... IT IS OBVIOUS THAT THESE GUYS ARE VERY GOOD FRIENDS... GREAT ENERGY ..

[@erik2Konasis]

Great interview.... Van is one of the smartest black cats on the planet-- Good Bless ya healing journey Van!

[@R6429-g3c]

I enjoyed Van interview. I don't usually listen to The Breakfast Club. I also look forward to reading his book. I haven't watched TMZ since you left. I see Harvey for who he really is. He don't want anything negative said about his people. Congratulations and best of luck with everything. 🙏🏾

[@Denise12184]

This was such a great interview

[@cj10109]

Van is so outspoken and I love it. He has a great podcast with Rachel from the bachelorette too!

[@tabkins]

Respect Van! He is thoughtful and funny, I hope he continues to thrive.

[@PhoenixGoddess]

He was right about Lizzo. I was over 300 lbs and I didn't have no blood pressure or diabetes issues. It was just the weight..

[@coreejacobs4780]

Such a huge misconception that everyone overweight has health issues pertaining to their weight, too much weight itself for your body size may not be good for you but it doesn’t necessarily mean they have health issues

[@PhoenixGoddess]

@@coreejacobs4780 Correct... Cause I knew alot of ppl that weight less then me with high blood pressure and diabetes..

[@jamelswanson3529]

Wow what a great interview love his candidness and authenticity. One of yhe best interviews from The Breakfest Club.

[@andyhyppolite3208]

Wow this was a refreshing interview, Van been through a lot and was able to express himself at high level. Mental health so important and him speaking on being black in America is very helpful. Living in this society is so hard because they don’t care about black peoples plight. We are just suppose to get over it each day.

[@Teeville1]

The best interview I have seen in a while.

[@ceauxlah]

This is so amazing to see, I grew up with Van in BR. He is still this same expressive, intelligent man since McKinley High!!

[@naturalbeauty637]

I can totally relate to losing a parent. If I never attend another funeral in my life, I’m good. I can’t do it. I don’t care who you are.

[@bhinds2173]

You are so inspiring Van. Thanks for your transparency and vulnerability.

[@staciestacie1327]

Van, the best book title to come out of the pandemic!!! I missed 'Red Pill', NOW I enjoy 'Higher Learning' even more.

[@samtipton9402]

Much love and respect to the brother Van✊✊✊

[@SassyRaven]

Lol good interview! Van’s interviews are always a good vibe! Also, Angela is right about the detox. It def changes your palate if done right.

[@MsMusic7777]

this is the interview I didn't know I needed to see❗ respect my broother❗

[@Princesspeadc]

I respect you so much Van. I understand you on every aspect of this interview. Every aspect. I wish I could talk to you about my life experiences.

[@charlottedrolet9000]

Just caught this interview, and I love this guy! He said everything!

[@michaelrichardwarner]

So I have a question are y'all actually watching and listening to the knowledge that's in this interview, or are you just going to comment on the man's weight and how he looks during the entire interview are you going to listen to the words that come out of his mouth or just bash him for the duration of the interview for what his weight looks like?

[@maryjane2965]

Preach!! It's disgusting and needs to stop.

[@robinvolpi]

Riiiiight!!!! 🤦🏽‍♀️💆🏽‍♀️

[@MsChoni]

Right!!!!

[@xxxxbigrich5752]

I always seem to like watching anything with Van I find him to be interesting. He always drops gems that I'm able to take with me later. 😉✌🏽

[@GodsFaithfulnessMatters2Me]

ENTIRE interview just GOOD!!

[@brishawnwood3322]

Grateful for this interview 😇

[@robinvolpi]

What'd you like best about it?

[@poni-taleshairfilmllc1307]

Amazing interview no matter where Van goes I’m following him Really good guy and I also saw from afar how advanced he was over the entire tmz brand straight off into it..

[@jaibanks7151]

Am extremely Happy for Van. ( All Love from oakland California )

[@kaytwo_]

Glad to see all your success van

[@Mack462]

Great commentary Van very helpful to us that have lost loved ones! It’s coming up on the anniversary on my fathers death it’s good to share feelings!

[@prettyelb19]

Love van! Your perspective is so motivating.

[@soundwave803]

Dope interview. Van has very good insight and Charlamagne and Angela had good questions.

[@reneanorman]

Van I get you. I totally understand how you felt with TMZ. I stop watching it after you left. Sending you love and hugs

[@CorniyaTV]

Great interview! We must remember that we determines our health by the foods and liquids that we consume daily and the chemicals that we use! Also, people always say “such and such runs in the family”, no, that recipe runs in the family and that’s why it’s passed down to you!

[@muchit3629]

"VAN" in Dutch is used to denote what village or family the person is from. Which is the reason why a lot of Dutch people have "van" as part of their name so it is a way to identify or locate their origin. Unfortunately just like the English names it seems blacks with a "VAN" may have been enslaved by people of Dutch origin.

[@keithandes2804]

A Brilliant Brother!!

[@srianna0416]

So excited, let's go Van.

[@SU-ue5ej]

This was good! Thanks y’all!

[@t777lp]

A friend of mine wrote her dissertation on the after effects of Katrina. The stress was real

[@beardzgorski8397]

really ? would love to read that,, where is this dissertation? i am sure it has to be published..

[@yagirlafter5084]

Van is a great mind and speaker.

[@mocadeluxe5690]

Atp I want to do the detox, Angela put us on. This was a great interview. Van is always entertaining and makes you think.

[@kaydee8095]

I have always had a personal, connection in my opinion with Van, this interview brought tears to my eyes and I wished Charlemagne would not have laughed so much, he missed the mark in his laughing. Losing your parent makes you truly aware of your mortality and I learned that the hard way. Thank You Van and I will be praying for you. You are a special kind of person in any size you present at the time. 💕