About this episodeThis episode of Way Up with Angela Ye features a comprehensive interview with bounty hunter Kenya Baris (Bount…AI summary
This episode of Way Up with Angela Ye features a comprehensive interview with bounty hunter Kenya Baris (Bounty Tank), who shares his near-death experience of being shot in Akron, Ohio, his six-month hospitalization, and his ongoing recovery and return to work. The show also highlights Kenya's career expansion into documentary directing with 'Jerry West: The Logo' and his upcoming music album 'Bars' (Blessings After Real Scars), while covering celebrity news including Cardi B's beauty trends, Megan The Stallion's Broadway debut, and behind-the-scenes stories from 'The Office' and 'Martin'.
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Kenya Baris was shot in the chest, 2 cm from his heart, while attempting to apprehend an 18-year-old fugitive in Akron, Ohio; the suspect was not charged due to Ohio's 'stand your ground' law and claims of self-defense.
Baris spent six months in the hospital, dropping from 160 lbs to a 'twig-like' state, and is preparing for a potential 10-hour surgery while transitioning into a management role and public speaking.
Kenya Baris is making his directing debut with a feature-length documentary about Jerry West titled 'Jerry West: The Logo', set to release on Amazon, and has joined Offscript Worldwide/Revolt Labs as vice chair.
Cardi B revealed she will not remove her implants due to lack of time and comfort with her current body, despite having cellulite from having four children.
Keith Washington revealed he almost turned down a guest spot on 'Martin' due to a real-life altercation with Martin Lawrence at an event, which was mediated by Wesley Snipes and Tisha Campbell.
Angela Simmons (Angela Renee) emphasizes that thoughtful gestures like flowers and customized books are more valuable than expensive gifts in relationships.
Netflix has secured an exclusive multi-year first-look deal with Warner Music Group for documentary series exploring the lives of artists like David Bowie, Madonna, and Bruno Mars.
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“The bullet hit the side where there's no plating and through the side of my chest, 2 cm from my heart.”
Kenya Baris describing the severity of the shooting incident that nearly killed him.
“I forgive him. I put it online. I forgive him. It was something I had to come to terms with. It took some months.”
▶ 24:42Baris discussing his process of forgiving the 18-year-old who shot him.
“I put garlic but I put it too raw on my hair and for 6 months straight, every single time I sweat, I smell like a pasta bowl. It was gross.”
▶ 6:08Cardi B sharing a humorous anecdote about a failed beauty trend involving raw garlic.
“The album is called Bars, and it stands for Blessings After Real Scars. Um, this is my testimony. Addictions I dealt with, trauma I've dealt with is real. It's unfiltered.”
▶ 28:56Kenya Baris explaining the theme and title of his upcoming music album.
“I think when you're in a relationship, you do nice things for someone that you care about and with no expectation back. I think the best gifts aren't necessarily the most expensive... it's the time and the thoughtfulness of what you can do together, that means more.”
▶ 8:17Angela Simmons advising on relationship dynamics and gift-giving.
Chapters & Sections (16)▼
0:00Celebrating Resilience and Career Milestones in Entertainmentchapter2
1:37Celebrating Emerging Creators and Community Leaders
3:42The Office's Steve Carell Audition Story Revealed
5:39Celebrity Beauty and Wellness Trendschapter2
7:58Thoughtful Gift-Giving in Relationships
9:03Thoughtfulness in Relationships Trumps Material Gifts
10:30Celebrity Feuds and Behind-the-Scenes Storieschapter1
13:21Black ICE Agents at Airports Raise Concerns
15:58Bounty Hunter's Road to Recovery and Return to Workchapter2
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