David Banner Talks Sex Appeal, Love, Trauma & Truth With No Filters
David Banner Talks Sex Appeal, Love, Trauma & Truth With No Filters  
Podcast: BET Talks
Published On: Thu Apr 17 2025
Description: On this episode of BET Talks, Miabelle sits down with the always compelling David Banner for a layered conversation that goes far beyond the music. From flexing his acting chops in The Family Business: New Orleans to stepping into the action-packed world of Fight Night, Banner talks about embracing new creative lanes and what it means to evolve as an artist—and as a man.He also gets personal, opening up about his desire to be a husband and father, how fame intersects with vulnerability, and what it's really like being labeled a “sexiest man.” (Spoiler: he’s humble about it… kinda.)This is David Banner like you’ve never seen him—raw, reflective, and ready for what’s next. BET Talks: David Banner is a journey through artistry, masculinity, and the kind of real talk that sticks with you.00:00 – Who Really Is David Banner?01:21 – Salute the OGs: Respect Your Roots03:34 – From Darkness to Jean LeBlanc06:16 – My Joy Isn't Up for Grabs07:16 – Therapy Hits Different08:22 – When Music Broke Me12:06 – News Is Acid To The Soul—Protect Your Mind13:44 – Built for Love, Judged by the World18:47 – The Pressure of Being the Voice20:04 – The Truth About Playing the Villain20:41 – What Your Fit Says Before You Speak21:53 – Gaming to Heal, Hustle, and Escape23:07 – Quit Chasing. Start Honoring.23:58 – Final Gems from David Banner Stream Black Culture with BET+. Kick back and enjoy movies, TV series, exclusive originals and the best of Tyler Perry. Sign up for BET+Connect with BET WebsiteTikTokInstagramYouTubeFacebookX.comThreads Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.