The full crew is in attendance for the latest JBP episode as the internet erupts once again over the topic of 100 men vs. one gorilla (23:44) before Joe asks Ish to elaborate on his thoughts on reparations (39:23). Terrance Howard reveals why he turned down the role to play Marvin Gaye in his biopic (53:42), Shedeur Sanders falls to the Cleveland Browns in round five (1:05:27) as the room also discusses their thoughts on the prank phone call (1:21:04), and a dozen Philadelphia Eagles including Jalen Hurts skip their visit to the White House (1:24:30). Also, Joe wants to highlight Young Thug’s new record (1:39:28) and DESTIN CONRAD’s album (1:46:48) once more, Kendrick Lamar & SZA’s Grand National Tour is already setting records (2:12:22), How long should you be indebted to a person that glows you up (2:20:33), Bill Belichik’s girlfriend interrupts his CBS interview (2:31:15), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Ayra Starr & Wizkid - “Gimme Dat” Ice | Max B - “Blow Me A Dub (Remix)” Parks | Mobb Deep (feat. Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, & Big Noyd) - “Right Back at You” Ish | Mario - “Drowning” Melyssa | Leon Thomas & Halle - “RATHER BE ALONE” Marc | Reflection Eternal (feat. Jay Electronica, J. Cole, & Mos Def) - “Just Begun”
Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025
Ice and QueenzFlip return in the latest episode from the JBP as the room is eager to discuss Ryan Coogler’s latest movie ‘Sinners’ (17:42) before turning to all the latest news regarding Shannon Sharpe who says he’s stepping away from ESPN (45:18). Joe calls Pistons assistant coach Jarrett Jack following Game 3 of the Knicks-Pistons series (1:26:55), Shedeur Sanders falls out of the first round in the NFL Draft (1:37:50), and Kevin Gates attends the Lakers game following his comments about Lebron and his wife (1:48:15). Also, Marc Lamont Hill shares his feelings about R. Kelly performing at birthday parties from jail (2:00:30), new music (2:20:55), Ari Lennox & Dreamville part ways (2:25:45), Cornell cancels Kehlani’s performance for supporting Palestine leading Marc to discuss free speech being under attack (2:42:50), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Coco Jones - “AEOMG” Ice | Belly Gang Kushington - “75 on 75” Parks | Ray Vaughn - “DOLLAR menu” Marc | Wu-Tang Clan & Mathematics (feat. Nicole Bus) - “Claudine”
Transcribed - Published: 26 April 2025
Marc, Ish, & Parks are eager to question Joe about his experience at Madison Square Garden for Game 2 of the Knicks-Pistons series as he was seated right behind 50 Cent (15:13) before Marc clears up any beef he’s had in the past with DJ Akademiks (35:13). Shannon Sharpe is being sued civilly for $50 million (43:35), Emanny joins the show with more jokes for Joe (1:12:40), and after a long bout with illness Pope Francis has passed at 88 (1:23:03). Also, Kanye West continues to receive headlines (1:26:45), Roddy Ricch speaks out after posting his son on Easter (1:53:30), the room discusses fandom in social media and if celebrities have the right to be frustrated (2:05:05), the JBP reacts to SubwayTakes with Kareem Rahma (2:36:30), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | DESTIN CONRAD - “KISSING IN PUBLIC” Parks | Don Covay - “I Was Checkin' Out She Was Checkin' In” Ish | Asiahn - “WASSUP WIT IT” Emanny | Tabeia - “How Much I Care” Marc | Wiz Khalifa (feat. OT Genasis) - “How We Act”
Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025
The latest episode of the JBP opens with a conversation about men overestimating their abilities (8:30) before the room turns to Lil Wayne’s Rolling Stone interview (44:00). In new music, Mozzy’s album ‘INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS’ releases which includes a Tsu Surf record (52:34), Juan Soto’s comments to the NY Post about no longer hitting in front of Aaron Judge (1:12:35), The Godfather of Harlem Soundtrack (1:28:05), and a new record from Tommy Richman & Sexyy Red (1:32:00). Also, BET+ is bringing a ‘Martin’ spinoff ‘The Varnell Hill Show’ which leads the room to debate which shows or movies they would like to see a spinoff of (1:44:55), Tracie Ellis Ross discusses dating and toxic masculinity in latest podcast interview with Michelle Obama (1:51:44), new charges for Luigi Mangione (2:28:15), more from Drake vs. UMG (2:42:03), and much more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Jacob Latimore - “WIN WIN” Ice | Mozzy & Polo G - “WHO WANT WAR” Parks | Wiz Khalifa (feat. Juicy J) - “My Influence” Ish | SHERIE - “FEELS & FEARS” Melyssa | ELHAE (feat. DrewsThatDude & J-Louis) - “A.N.O.”
Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025
Tax season has arrived as the JBP opens the latest episode discussing their past dealings with the IRS while continuing to shoot jokes at each other (4:23). QueenzFlip shares his attempt to get into the Vybz Kartel show over the weekend (39:16), Blue Origin's all-female flight launches to edge of space (47:36), and the room dives into their Mount Rushmore of white rappers (1:05:10). Joe asks the room their thoughts on the continued feud between 50 Cent & Ja Rule (1:15:10), Wallo’s message to Black-owned businesses (1:23:13), and Ish & Joe continue to argue about their past bets (1:39:50). Also, a rumor that Taylor Swift will star in a remake of ‘The Bodyguard’ (1:51:00), the latest in the Karmelo Anthony case (1:59:24), are you allowed to put ‘best pu$$y ever’ on a birthday cake (2:09:56), Joe says Rum Nitty is the best current battle rapper (2:32:38), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | SiR (feat. Maeta) - “OUT OF MY HANDS” Ice | Tory Lanez - “Rather You Than Me” Parks | Boldy James & V Don - “Dr. Demento” Ish | Jake&Papa - “Floating” Melyssa | Ari Abdul - “Worship”
Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2025
The JBP revisits potential nanny options for Ish (4:35) to begin the latest episode before they discuss the handling of forgiveness in friendships (31:00) as well as how many people the cast has fallen in love with in their life (42:35). In NBA news, the crew shares their thoughts on Ja Morant’s new grenade celebration along with Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas and Joe shares his thoughts about Detroit & other NBA cities (1:10:18). Quavo & Lil Baby collab on a new record (1:27:30), Kendrick Lamar & SZA drop the music video for ‘luther’ (1:39:49), and the room debates which classic songs they could live without (1:45:00). Also, a helicopter crashes into the Hudson River (2:15:02), the roof collapses at a Dominican Republic club (2:19:15), Netflix has gentrified the pop the balloon show (2:32:09), B.Dot releases a list of the best posse cuts of all-time (2:49:02), the state of ‘My Expert Opinion’ (3:21:00), and much more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Coco Jones - “Taste” Ice | Deante' Hitchcock - “Born Broke Die Rich” Parks | Saba & No ID - “Acts 1.5” Ish | kwn - “do what i say” Melyssa | Artemas - “cross my heart”
Transcribed - Published: 12 April 2025
The JBP kicks off the latest episode discussing the cost of nanny’s (7:50) as well as eating habits (11:50) before turning to Marc Lamont Hill who shares his experience at a recent event for Muslim celebrities (35:00). Dreamville Festival took place in Raleigh, NC over the weekend as the city has reached an agreement to bring it back for at least four more years (48:05), Billboard releases their top-25 female rappers of all-time list which brings some disagreements from the cast over the placements and names on it (55:26), and the guys have settled their debate of who can bench press 225 pounds (1:12:52). Joe has some smoke for Marc over Nikola Jokić (1:20:53), a trio of new Drake songs hit the internet (1:27:55), and the JBP reacts to the NCAA Tournament games in which Houston & UConn took home titles (2:00:53). Also, Hakeem Olajuwon was denied access to the floor after Houston’s win (2:07:50), nationwide protests over Trump’s tariffs (2:24:33), Stephen A. Smith is considering a run for presidency (2:51:46), Part of the Show (2:59:54), and more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | The ARTI$t - “Inside My Heart” Ice | Dende & Roy Woods - “Stay” Parks | Rah Digga - “Straight Spittin’, Part II” Ish | THEHONESTGUY (feat. Zenesoul) - “CHANTE’S GROOVE” Melyssa | Kevin Ross - “Spin” QueenzFlip | MOLIY, Silent Addy, Skillibeng, & Shenseea - “Shake It To The Max (FLY) [Remix]” Marc | Jon B. (feat. Alex Isley) - “Show Me”
Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2025
This episode of the JBP starts hot, with Joe and Flip pressing Mel to tell the story of when she linked up with a group of Colombians to be a drug mule (0:54). Later, the room pays tribute to Val Kilmer (35:50) before Joe provides his honest thoughts on Adam22 announcing that No Jumper is going broke (41:22) and shares his latest ghetto exploits with tuna fish (1:10:57). In music, Sexyy Red’s “Hoochie Coochie” (1:24:52), the lack of up-and-coming stars in Hip-Hop (1:40:19), and Fulton Country prosecutors’ attempt to revoke Young Thug’s probation over some of his Tweets (2:01:51). The crew also discusses Ayesha Howard’s statement on Anthony Edwards’ alleged attempt to pay all of his child support up front (2:08:01), the mayor of Gary, Indiana calling out Joe over his comments on the city (2:26:07), Carmelo Anthony’s first-ballot induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame (2:32:51), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Amerie - “Mine” Ice | Wiz Khalifa (feat. Gunna) - “5 Star” Parks | Nas - “We Will Survive” Melyssa | LÉA THE LEOX - “IFY”
Transcribed - Published: 5 April 2025
The JBP kicks things off by discussing the passing of Young Scooter & Bishop Brigante over the weekend (21:58). Kanye’s interview with DJ Akademiks goes viral (36:07), Drake drops the music video to ‘Nokia’ (58:20), and the room debates where they stand on the father in Georgia who was arrested for leaving his children unattended at McDonald’s while he went to a job interview (1:13:33). Also, Sean Kingston and his mother have been convicted of wire fraud (1:22:40), the nypost learns of the sex trend ‘Hotwifing’ (1:34:45), Summer Jam is back in New Jersey (1:57:42), QueenzFlip asks his co-hosts whether they’d prefer to forget the past or the future (2:00:18), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Chris Brown - “Stuck On Stupid” Ice | Wale - “The Helium Balloon” Parks | David Bars - “Creepin” Ish | Monique The Star - “Lost My Mind” Melyssa | Dabeull, Dezzy Hollow, & Holybrune - “Let’s Play” Marc | Ari Lennox - “Soft Girl Era”
Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025
The JBP opens up the latest episode sharing where they stand on ‘taking a break’ in a relationship (24:29) as well as if there are any phone restrictions when dealing with their partner (30:09). Chris Brown announces the ‘Breezy Bowl XX World Tour’ featuring Summer Walker & Bryson Tiller (46:26), the release of Lil Durk’s new album leads the room to debate the state of Hip-Hop and drill Rap (58:00), and Joe shares his thoughts on ‘The Good American Family’ on Hulu (1:32:38). Also, Marvin Sapp is under fire as a video resurfaces in which he held the church hostage for donations (1:38:07), Lebron James joins Pat McAfee & continues feud with the media as Stephen A. Smith continues to fire back (1:50:11), YG’s new record ‘2004’ (2:18:08), Will Smith’s new album ‘Based on a True Story’ (2:33:45), Part of the Show (2:50:09), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Jozzy - “Maybe” Ice | Sauce Walka & That Mexican OT - “Check Please” Parks | Jessie Reyez - “GOLIATH” Ish | Larissa Lambert - “Cardio”
Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2025
The JBP kicks off the latest episode revisiting the story of Joe’s broken foot (3:13) before the room discusses Marc vs. Ish in a recent Patreon episode (21:40). Joe then shares another story from his Saturday night out which featured an appearance from Ish on his bike (52:04), the guys send out their thoughts and prayers after the passing of George Foreman and Sayso P (1:12:20), and the mother of Commanders QB Jayden Daniels has been criticized for separating him from USC’s JuJu Watkins at the NCAA Tournament (1:24:20). Also, Joe asks the room to share a time they rebelled against their parents (1:34:00), how did your worst enemy become your worst enemy (1:55:10), Trey Songz squares up on stage (2:08:55), an OnlyFans worker has been charged for killing a client (2:20:35), towns in New Jersey seek $13 million from American Dream (2:27:05), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | SPINALL, Omah Lay, & Tyla - “One Call” Ice | Wale - “Blanco” Parks | Samara Cyn & Sherwyn - “Pop n Olive” Ish | TheARTI$t - “Ghost”
Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2025
Ish returns to his seat in the latest episode as the JBP kicks things off discussing his recent surgery (1:55) before diving into the drama between Jess Hilarious & The Breakfast Club (23:38). The room then debates if there is a wrong time professionally to get pregnant (1:07:06), in new music Leon Thomas’ ‘MUTT’ remix with Chris Brown (1:17:01), Kevin Gates new album (1:19:07), and Ice addresses Joe over his review of the MAX show ‘The Pitt’ (1:21:30). Also, QueenzFlip discusses the recent activity with arrests & RICO charges (1:34:52), mentalist Oz Pearlman joins the show (2:01:16), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | NTG & Bay Swag - “Whatever For You” Ice | Kevin Gates (feat. Lingo) - “Therapy Sessions” Parks | Marque Clae (feat. My Moma) - “Mama Told Me” Ish | Alex Isley - “Hands”
Transcribed - Published: 22 March 2025
The latest episode from the JBP begins with the Mariah Carey tribute at the iHeart Awards who seemed to be unimpressed with the performances (30:33) which leads the room to discuss tributes needing an overhaul, and which celebrities & artists they’ll be sad about when they pass (50:00). Usher is seemingly trying to change the lyrics to ‘Nice & Slow’ (56:50), the crew discusses Bill Burr’s new stand-up special on Hulu and whether or not they agree with his opinion on open-casket funerals (1:23:14), and UMG responds to Drake’s ‘Not Like Us’ lawsuit (1:33:19). Also, the lineup for 2025 Dreamville Festival (1:49:17), Iggy Azalea takes aim at UMG (1:55:30), another Kanye West rant hits the internet (2:04:36), Joe questions his co-hosts about hope (2:19:10), Tracy Morgan throws up courtside at the Knicks game (2:38:32), resurfaced audio of Jonathan Majors (2:47:00), and much more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Fridayy - “Desert” Ice | Keen Streetz - “Cut the stove on” Parks | Sean Price - “Figure Four” Melyssa | zandros & Limi - “Obsessed” Marc | The Roots - “Silent Treatment”
Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025
Joe begins the latest episode with some theories about Melyssa after an off mic conversation before questioning Ice over an Xbox purchase (4:35). The room then does a quick review of Playboi Carti’s new album ‘MUSIC’ (46:30), QueenzFlip asks his cohosts about Lil Wayne’s legacy (54:00), Former En Vogue & Lucy Pearl member Dawn Robinson reveals she’s been living in her car for three years (1:11:36), and a Houston embalmer has been charged with mutilating a corpse (1:35:13). Also, actor Anthony Mackie talks raising young men and says masculinity has been killed which leads to a heated debate from the JBP (1:46:09), Vivica Fox has been rumored to have gotten a BBL at age 60 (2:20:15), in movies and TV shows the castmates share what they are currently watching (2:50:28), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Fridayy (feat. Kehlani) - “Saving My Love” Ice | B.G. - “Freedom of Speech” Parks | Radamiz & Fortes - “Face Up” Melyssa | pastels, Jessica Domingo & Relyae - “Could’ve Been U (Remix)”
Transcribed - Published: 15 March 2025
The JBP opens up the latest episode with their thoughts on Jermaine Dupri’s response video after the crew dissected his label tweet over the weekend (20:25) before turning Doechii who riled up social media after saying heterosexual men are a red flag (31:00). Marc Lamont Hill has a question for the room on whether you’d save your spouse or child in a boat crisis (57:20), a high school relay runner hits a competitor over the head with a baton (1:07:54), and the heir to the Hermès fortune wants to give the $11 billion to his ex-gardener (1:23:55). Also, Druski & Odell Beckham, Jr. have been named by Jane Doe in a Diddy lawsuit (1:36:13), Nelly’s ex randomly pops back up with comments about the rapper (1:51:44), the latest between Lebron & Stephen A. Smith (2:07:18), Part of the Show (2:26:00), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | kwn (feat. Kehlani) - “worst behaviour (Remix)” Ice | Jacquees & DeJ Loaf - “You Still Belong to Somebody Else” Parks | 38 Spesh, Fashawn, & Little Vic - “Santeria” Melyssa | Durand Bernarr - “Overqualified” Marc | SAINt JHN - “Fvck being SAD”
Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025
Joe, Ice, Melyssa, & Parks kick off the latest episode with more reactions of the JBP’s basketball game from last weekend before turning to the internet’s division over an NYPD detective pole dancing in a music video (19:14). QueenzFlip arrives to the studio as the room dives into the news of a Southwest passenger stripping naked on a plane which leads to stories from the cast about their odd airline experiences in the past, plus T-Pain flying commercial (33:37), the crew is divided over whose side to take following Lebron James confronting Stephen A. Smith over his son (1:12:40), and Jermaine Dupri’s tweet over independent artists vs. music labels (1:38:15). Also in new music, Tory Lanez drops a new album ‘PETERSON’ (1:56:55), Teyana Taylor & Aaron Pierre (2:07:54), the passing of more legends including Roy Ayers & D’Wayne Wiggins (2:19:15), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Tony! Toni! Toné! - “(Lay Your Head On My) Pillow” Ice | Lady London - “Is You Krazy?” Parks | Smif-N-Wessun - “Home Sweet Home” Melyssa | Tony! Toni! Toné! - “Whatever You Want”
Transcribed - Published: 8 March 2025
Beaten and battered from their recent basketball outing, the JBP kicks off the latest episode discussing how their bodies are feeling days later (3:07) before sending their condolences to Angie Stone’s loved ones following her tragic passing (33:30). The crew then turns to the Oscars 2025 (45:25) which includes Adrian Brody & Halle Berry’s kiss (52:20) as well as some criticism surrounding Zoe Saldana (1:00:23). Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis and Lamont Roach Jr.’s fight over the weekend (1:27:30), Sixers Paul George says he’s taking a break from podcasting to focus on the rest of the season (1:44:32), and **SPOILER ALERT** reactions to the ‘Paradise’ season finale on Hulu (1:53:30). Also, Notorious B.I.G.'s catalog is reportedly on sale which leads to a conversation on IP, being blackballed, and life’s roadblocks (2:08:51), the latest on Anthony Edwards status as a parent brings the room into a discussion on patriarchal designs & culture (2:50:43), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | dvsn - “One in a Million” Ice | Jim Jones - “Back in My Bag” Parks | 6ix, KYLE, & Blu (feat. Buddy & Like) - “Firmament” Ish | Bryson Tiller - “Play It Off” Melyssa | Col3trane & Chase Shakur - “Crocodile Tears” Marc | Vertical Hold - “Seems You're Much Too Busy”
Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025
The Joe Budden Podcast recaps their week (10:15) before the room moves to the sad news involving the passing of Gene Hackman, his wife, and their dog (25:10). **SPOILER ALERT** The crew gives their predictions for the ‘Paradise’ season finale (40:08), New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks at a recent Black History Month event (49:00), and Joe shares some details about a new app called ‘Timeleft’ (55:50). An all-women flight to space through Jeff Bezos rocket company is slated to take off this spring (1:03:23), Lenny Williams releases new music at the age of 80 (1:25:27), and is anyone participating in economic blackout day (1:41:48). Also, Turkey Leg Hut’s former owner warns staff they’ll be fired for using phones during shifts (1:55:50), in new music Jim Jones & Fridayy drop new albums (2:13:54), Atlanta’s police department is after Lil Baby (2:31:49), and much more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Ye Ali (feat. Dcmbr & Hrtbrkfever) - “Come Inside” Ice | Fridayy (feat. Meek Mill) - “Proud Of Me” Parks | Ray Vaughn - “CEMETERY lanterns” Ish | Kels - “We Tried” Melyssa | Yo Trane - “Ecstasy”
Transcribed - Published: 1 March 2025
The latest episode of the JBP kicks off with the crew discussing Meek Mill’s tax problems (24:45) before moving to news of former NFL wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. being at the center of infidelity allegations (35:00). Ne-Yo’s baby mother rips his polyamorous lifestyle (51:50), Rolling Stone is back with another bad list (1:24:05), and Freddie Gibbs seemingly disses J. Cole following his latest release ‘cLOUDs’ leading the cast to debate whether or not Cole should engage (1:29:49). Also, Kash Doll and Asian Doll trade shots online (1:52:12), Rihanna says she’s working on a new album (2:18:24), Tripp Fontaine breaks his silence regarding ‘Tonight’s Conversation’ (2:33:10), Marc Lamont Hill reacts to MSNBC cancelling Joy Reid’s evening show (2:48:40), Part of the Show (2:58:05), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Tempest – “Stop Playing” Ice | Benny the Butcher & ILL Tone Beats - “36 Ounces and a Mercedes” Parks | RJ Payne & Erick Sermon - “RIGHT CROSS” Ish | LÉA THE LEOX - “IFY” Melyssa | Zyah Belle - “1-800 Heartbreak” Marc | THEY. - “Rotation” QueenzFlip | Trinidad Killa (feat. Nicki Minaj) - “ESKIMO (Remix)”
Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2025
In the latest JBP episode, Joe then shares a story of a recent trip to get an MRI (36:34), J. Cole drops a new song ‘cLOUDs’ through a blog on his Inevitable site (42:02), and the room dives into a conspiracy conversation following the most recent episode of ‘Paradise’ (1:10:46). Also, Rolling Stone put out a list of the greatest R&B songs of the 21st Century (1:29:40), first week numbers for PARTYNEXTDOOR & Drake (1:48:48), Emanny and Ian Dunlap join the show (2:00:46), the aftermath of the Delta plane crash (2:14:04), Anthony Edwards says he doesn’t want to be the face of the NBA (2:33:45), P. Diddy’s lawyer quits the case (3:04:03), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Rory (feat. Leon Thomas) - “WHO ARE YOU ANYWAY?” Ice | Morray - “Mud Baby” Parks | Milano Constantine & DJ Ready Cee - “Underground” Ish | TRUICE - “Ambiguous” Emanny | Brandy - “When You Touch Me”
Transcribed - Published: 22 February 2025
Celebrating 10 years of the JBP! The crew begins the latest episode discussing their Valentine’s Day (41:10) before turning to NBA’s All-Star Weekend as the room discusses its downfall (56:11). Kendrick Lamar makes Hip-Hop history again (1:25:30), L.A. Reid talks about the ‘mythical button’ in the music industry during his R&B Money interview (1:36:29), and The Roots Picnic 2025 lineup has been announced (2:28:40). Also, the case against JAY-Z has been dismissed with prejudice (2:52:48), a debate over the term ‘happy wife happy life’ (3:05:50), Part of the Show (3:21:03), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | SZA (feat. Kendrick Lamar) - “Babylon” Ice | 5th Ward - “Sauce Walka” Parks | Black Milk & Fat Ray - “ELDERBERRY” Ish | Savannah Cristina - “Worthy of Love”
Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2025
The JBP adds another milestone to the list hitting 800 episodes as Joe shows gratitude to everyone involved over the last decade (3:36) before the room turns towards PARTYNEXTDOOR & Drake’s new album ‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U’ (23:11). Ice predicts low week one numbers for the project and whether or not the duo copied Freddie Gibbs (46:06), did women kill the good morning text? (52:50), and Wolves guard Anthony Edwards is in the news again over another child he doesn’t want (55:50). Also, Big Meech’s welcome home concert slated for Thursday night was canceled (1:16:07), the pod recalls their favorite moments and interviews over the last 100 episodes (1:43:49), Hulu’s ‘Paradise’ TV show leads to a debate on family legacy (1:50:00), Ty Dolla $ign says he doesn’t condone hate speech (2:08:00), Joe pits the biggest hater songs vs. Toni Braxton’s ‘He Wasn’t Man Enough For Me’ (2:34:00), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Kallitechnis - “SOFT LIFE” Ice | Coi Leray - “Keep Itt” Parks | REASON, Ransom, & Coyote - “Hol‘ That” Ish | SAILORR - “CUT UP” Melyssa | Melanie Fiona - “Mona Lisa Smile”
Transcribed - Published: 15 February 2025
The latest episode from the JBP kicks off with the room’s reactions to the Eagles beating the Chiefs in the Super Bowl (2:22) before getting to their thoughts on this year's commercials (22:45). Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance has received a mixture of reviews (30:20), the internet brings back the potential for Lil Wayne’s involvement which leads the crew to discuss logical choices for next year (1:10:03), and another video of Kodak Black surfaces (1:28:42). Also, Marc Lamont Hill shares his opinion of the Kanye West tweets (1:40:49), the latest in tariff news (2:31:17), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Brandy - “Borderline” & Chris Brown (feat. Brandy) - “Do Better” Ice | Ty Dolla $ign (feat. Kanye West) - “Wheels Fall Off” Parks | DJ Premier & Roc Marciano - “Armani Section” Ish | A-Lex - “Casual” Melyssa | Big Hit, Hit-Boy, & Ty Dolla $ign - “Slow Your Roll” Marc | BlakRoc (fest. Billy Danze, Jim Jones & Nicole Wray) - “What You Do to Me”
Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2025
The JBP begins this episode debating whether Joe & Ish have a bromance (3:28) before taking a look at Melyssa Ford’s new movie on the way (12:35). The room then shows love to Murder Inc. founder Irv Gotti after he passed at age 54 (42:00), DJ Khaled’s album announcement doesn’t go as planned (52:14), and Kanye West has yet another online rant (1:35:55). Also, the crew reacts to 50 Cent’s post about Irv Gotti (2:06:09), Kendrick Lamar’s Apple Music interview (2:21:19), Super Bowl predictions (2:34:00), Lil Wayne sets release date for ‘Tha Carter VI’ and is featured on the ‘Tweaker’ remix (2:54:15), new music from Rema (3:07:38) and Cardi B (3:10:50), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | GIVĒON - “TWENTIES” Ice | Larry June, 2 Chainz, & The Alchemist - “Colossal” Parks | Ghostface Killah (Prod. by J Dilla) - “Whip You With a Strap” Ish | Chase Shakur (feat. Smino) - “LUV IN DA 6” Melyssa | Jean Deaux - “Speakerphone (Trust Issues)”
Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2025
Grammy night moments highlight the latest episode of the JBP as the crew begins with Chris Brown winning Best R&B Album for ‘11:11’ (24:05), the Associated Press disrespecting Babyface on the red carpet (28:40), and Kanye West allegedly arriving uninvited with his wife Bianca Censori (41:55). Also, Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ collects multiple awards, including Album of the Year (1:10:14), Joe shares his feelings about the nominees for Best New Artist such as Benson Boone & Chappell Roan (1:14:45), and The Weeknd returns to the stage after the academy takes some accountability (1:30:24). Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ earns a clean sweep winning five awards (1:35:38) which leads to Drake & PARTYNEXTDOOR’s new album in the coming weeks (1:53:02). The room then debates songs with multiple versions such as ‘Killing Me Softly’ (2:21:45), the latest in the A$AP Rocky trial (2:51:23), Luka Doncic’s trade to the Lakers shocks the world (3:02:26), Marc Lamont Hill brings a marriage question to the pod as a father (3:38:53), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Tory Lanez (feat. Jacquees) - “Slow Grind” Ice | Chris Brown - “Feel Something” Parks | Swizz Beatz & Nas - “Echo” Ish | Kal Banx & SiR - “MOB” Melyssa | Winny - “Pretty” Marc | The Weeknd - “Baptized In Fear”
Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2025
In the latest episode from the JBP, the crew starts with new music highlighting Weeknd’s album ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ (29:47) as well as EST Gee’s ‘I Ain’t Feeling You’ (44:30), and a new single from Tommy Richman (55:30). Joe and Melyssa revisit their argument from earlier in the week (1:21:32), the five-episode documentary ‘The Fall of Diddy’ on MAX (1:40:32), and the room shares their thoughts with the victims following a plane crash in DC (2:12:51). Also, Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker has been banned from two spas (2:35:50), Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier is under investigation for alleged gambling when he played in Charlotte (3:08:12), A$AP Relli takes the stand in the A$AP Rocky trial (3:22:02), and more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Aaron Page - “Lord Knows” Ice | Will Smith & Big Sean (feat. OBanga) - “BEAUTIFUL SCARS” Parks | Jim Jones - “Jomo” Melyssa | JAHKOY, CVIRO & GXNXVS - “Shadows” Ish | JoJo - “Nobody”
Transcribed - Published: 1 February 2025
The JBP opens up the latest episode discussing QueenzFlip’s recent social media video in handcuffs (5:40) before turning to a discussion on transactional friendships (10:45). Joe then addresses Valentine’s Day 2025 and shares who he’d want to perform at his wedding (43:30), the latest on the A$AP Rocky trial (54:27), and Marc Lamont Hill shares his thoughts on Trump declassifying the Martin Luther King Jr. files (1:30:25). Also, Target rolls back DEI initiatives (1:43:58), reactions to the AFC & NFC Championship games (1:52:37), DJ Akademiks has been banned by Twitch (2:23:00), the 2025 GRAMMYs are this weekend (2:44:25), Part of the Show (2:53:27), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | TAVE (feat. Kenyon Dixon) - “Laid Back/Old Skool Chevy” Ice | 2 Eleven & Jay Rock - “Black Dynamite” Parks | M.O.P. - “Face Off” Marc | “Funny Papers” Melyssa | Kiana Ledé - “Too Many Strings”
Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2025
The JBP begins the latest episode discussing more lawsuit news as UMG urges a Texas court to dismiss Drake’s petition (23:10) before sharing their thoughts on the Kendrick Lamar & SZA Super Bowl teaser (40:00). Chris Brown sues Warner Brothers for $500 million over docuseries (49:46), Melyssa & Joe react to the tea surrounding ‘Tonight’s Conversation’ podcast (1:01:52), and the crew reacts to Bruno Mars & Sexyy Red’s new single ‘Fat Juicy & Wet’ (1:17:28). In other new music, female rapper ScarLip receives criticism (1:35:30), Future is set to release another project after dropping three in 2024 (1:50:55), and Kid Cudi shares details of break-in by a stalker fan of his (2:07:50). Also, Mel reads about a new bill proposed in Mississippi (2:30:47) which leads to Donald Trump wanting to declassify some files (2:34:38), A$AP Rocky’s trial (2:45:27), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Larry June, 2 Chainz & The Alchemist - “Bad Choices” Ice | Kirko Bangz - “Deep Inside” Parks | Redman - “Jersey Yo!” Melyssa | Maesu - “Sex On GPS”
Transcribed - Published: 25 January 2025
A day removed from the 2025 Presidential inauguration, the JBP starts the latest episode with a look at the changes Donald Trump is already making (25:40) as well as the backlash towards Snoop Dogg for performing at a pre-inauguration crypto event (35:20). TikTok’s ban has seemingly been delayed despite it being removed from the app store (1:09:52), Dave Chappelle’s appearance on Saturday Night Live leads the room to discuss their favorite comedians of all-time (1:18:20), and Joey Bada$$ returns with another record titled ‘Sorry Not Sorry’ (1:31:00). Also, Marc Lamont Hill says the Hovengers came after him for his Beanie Sigel take (1:40:37), the room unpacks a pair of Part of the Show questions (2:06:44), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | PnB Rock & DJ L Nasty - “High” Ice | Ryan Witherspoon - “First Quarter” Parks | Mac Miller - “Rick’s Piano” Ish | ELENA - “Golden” Melyssa | greek - “RIPCORD”
Transcribed - Published: 22 January 2025
The latest episode begins with a reaction from the JBP on Drake’s Universal Music Group defamation lawsuit (19:18) while discussing its impact on Hip-Hop, before taking a look UMG’s response (1:32:00). QueenzFlip states that every contract should have an end date as he questions Joe about production deals (1:53:05), accusations against Method Man (2:09:55), and the end of TikTok (2:13:50). Also, Wendy Williams appears on The Breakfast Club (2:21:24), Big Meech’s welcome home concert in Florida (2:30:35), the circulation of a video on the internet leads to a man’s death (2:44:55), and much more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Hi-Five - “Unconditional Love” Ice | Lebra Jolie – “Turn Me Up” Parks | Busta Rhymes - “Letter To My Children” Ish | Horace Brown (feat. JAY-Z) - “Things We Do For Love (Remix)” Melyssa | Troop - “I Will Always Love You”
Transcribed - Published: 18 January 2025
The JBP kicks off their latest episode as Elliott Wilson walks back his comments about Cam’Ron (24:30) before the crew dives into the latest on the back and forth between Cam & Jim Jones (36:52). Marc Lamont Hill is watching the Lebron & Drake relationship unfold (1:02:04) which leads the room to discuss guy code (1:07:44), Liangelo Ball gets a deal from Def Jam (1:47:36), and the price gouging in LA following the wildfires (2:01:19). Also, Jimmy Butler’s financial battle over child support (2:33:28), Beanie Sigel using AI to assist with his voice (3:00:54), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Teddy Swims (feat. Givēon) - “Are You Even Real” Ice | Eminem & Royce da 5’9” - “Take From Me” Parks | Ransom - “Where To” Melyssa | Benji. & Spillage Village (feat. Will Juergens & Cam Chambers) - “Terms & Conditions” Ish | Avara - “PARADIGM (Sped Up)” Marc | Bad Bunny (feat. Dei V & Omar Courtz) - “VeLDÁ”
Transcribed - Published: 15 January 2025
In the latest JBP episode, Joe begins with discussing New York City’s congestive pricing (22:00) before the room shares their thoughts with the Los Angeles community following multiple wildfires (30:00). Lil Tjay and Fivio Foreign leave Plaqueboymax’s stream over smoking as the crew reacts to the situation and celebrity entitlement (56:50), the latest between Jim Jones & Cam’Ron (1:07:38), and *SPOILER ALERT* Peacock’s new show ‘The Day of the Jackal’ (1:18:30). Also, Ray Vaughn responds to Joey Bada$$ with a freestyle of his own (1:38:27), Meg Thee Stallion’s restraining order against Tory Lanez (1:58:08), QueenzFlip explains why ‘Improper Improv’ is coming to an end (2:08:59), another list from Rolling Stone (2:16:35), Alec Baldwin’s sues prosecutors over ‘Rust’ case in new lawsuit (2:24:40), and much more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | K CAMP (feat. Jacquees) - “What’s On Your Mind” Ice | Don Trip - “Statues” Parks | Daylyt - “Hiyu” Ish | kwn - “worst behaviour” Melyssa | Ebony Riley - “Get Along Better”
Transcribed - Published: 11 January 2025
The JBP returns to their studio in the latest episode as Joe begins with sharing the story behind his recent absence (24:00). The crew then dives into the Fox Sports lawsuit involving Skip Bayless, Joy Taylor, & others (1:07:22) which leads to a topic on sleeping with your coworkers (1:46:00) and power dynamics in relationships (1:59:00). In new music, the room shows love for The Ball Brothers and their new ‘Tweaker’ record (2:16:55), Joe & Ice share their thoughts on Drake’s ‘Fighting Irish’ Freestyle (2:20:55), and Lil Baby’s new album ‘WHAM’ (2:39:45). Also, who have you been honored to share your time on earth with (3:02:44), Catch Steak has permanently closed locations in LA & NY (3:07:30), Squid Game Season 2 (3:21:44), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Lloyd - “Player’s Prayer” Ice | Albee Al (feat. Jadakiss, Freeway, & Benny the Butcher) - “Hood Olympics (Remix)” Parks | Bad Bunny - “NUEVAYoL” Ish | AremitRo$ - “U & I” Melyssa | Hablot Brown - “MINUTE”
Transcribed - Published: 8 January 2025
The JBP recaps their New Years Eve vacation to kick off the first episode of 2025 (13:29) before the crew reacts to Elliott Wilson’s recent criticism of Cam’Ron and his show with Ma$e (43:30). A New Drake Freestyle produced by Conductor Williams hits the internet (1:04:05), the latest in New Orleans (1:30:50) & Queens leads to QueenzFlip’s thoughts about senseless shootings (1:47:00) and the value of industry friendships (1:56:35). Also, Melyssa Ford’s wingwoman skills (2:13:30) and a topic on sugar daddy’s (2:16:44) Joe calls into the show to check on his co-hosts (2:28:42), and more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Parks | Joey Bada$$ - “The Ruler’s Back” Ish | Redman (feat. Rah Digga, Naughty By Nature, Queen Latifah, Shaquille O'Neal, Lords of the Underground, Lady Luck, Artifacts, Heather B, Channel Live & Nikki D) - “Lite It Up” Melyssa | Ambré (feat. Jvck James) - “I’m Baby (Acoustic)” Emanny | Beyoncé (feat. JAY-Z) - “Déjà Vu” QueenzFlip | Kes - “Savannah Grass”
Transcribed - Published: 4 January 2025
In the final JBP episode of 2024, Joe starts off with a story of his trip to Madison Square Garden on Christmas Day (4:25) before the room shares how the holiday went with their family’s and friends (23:05). On Christmas Eve, leaked clips of Young Thug’s jail calls hit the internet (42:00), Joe shares his thoughts on SZA’s ‘LANA’ project (1:00:59), Melyssa addresses her recent livestream (1:17:36), and Beyoncé’s halftime performance on Netflix for the Baltimore/Houston game (1:26:13). Also, the latest between Jay-Z & Tony Buzbee (1:47:00), the crew shares things they are trying to improve on in 2025 (1:53:34), a recent online feud over Ray J (2:33:49), Emanny & Joe discuss their run-in with Tracy Morgan at the Knicks game (3:09:50), Part of the Show (3:36:00), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Amaria BB – “Coco Butta” Ice | Kodak Black (feat. Juvenile & B.G.) - “Same Altima” Parks | Apollo Brown & CRIMEAPPLE - “Mercy” Ish | Eric Bellinger - “Deck the Halls” Melyssa | Ailam - “Disconnect”
Transcribed - Published: 28 December 2024
The JBP begins the latest episode discussing the Christmas shopping season (2:25) as Joe has a few gifts for his co-hosts (10:20). J. Cole celebrated the 10 year anniversary of '2014 Forest Hills Drive' at Madison Square Garden (23:26), the FAA placed a temporary drone ban (36:30), and Luigi Mangione appeared in New York City federal court after waiving extradition (55:05). Cam Newton reveals why he really goes to strip clubs (1:17:24), Party City is going out of business (1:32:22), and Spotify has responded to Drake’s UMG claims (1:46:30). Also, the crew discusses SKIMS (1:56:20), Netflix’s ‘The Ultimatum’ (2:02:23), Mario vs. Boyz II Men on The Masked Singer (2:14:38) leads to a conversation about the music business and TV shows (2:19:25), a new Superman trailer leads to a discussion on movies (2:35:19), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Mario - “Keep Going (Aaaaahhhhh)” Ice | BJRNCK - “Expresso Martini” Parks | Shawn Stockman - “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” Ish | Sinéad Harnett (feat. GRADES) - “If You Let Me” Melyssa | Sillkey & Bellah - “Brown Eyes”
Transcribed - Published: 21 December 2024
Joe returns and begins with sharing his feelings about the cast and the JBP episodes in his absence before the crew of Marc, Melyssa, Parks, & QueenzFlip dive into Jay-Z’s accuser having major inconsistencies in her allegations as Hov and his legal team are prepared to take action against Tony Buzbee (27:20). Joe shares his thoughts about the new Jamie Foxx special on Netflix (40:41) as well as his recent experience at Usher’s show at the Barclay’s Center (46:32), Travis Hunter wins the 2024 Heisman as him and his fiancée also remain in the news (1:12:28), and Luigi Mangione has hired a lawyer (1:31:26). Also, Marc doubles down on his take when it comes to playing spades (1:35:38), the drone sightings in New Jersey (1:57:00), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | KountyBoy Solo - “Identity Crisis” Marc | Homeboy Sandman - “Couple Bars (Honey, Sugar, Darling, Sweetie, Baby, Boo)” Parks | Fashawn & Little Vic - “Capo” QueenzFlip | Connie Diiamond (feat. Don Q) - “Make Amends” Melyssa | Rose Gold (feat. Like) - “Stay Down”
Transcribed - Published: 18 December 2024
In the latest episode of the JBP, the room starts with their reactions to the internet drama and leaked messages surrounding Papoose & Remy Ma (25:40) before saluting TDE for their 11th annual Christmas toy drive & concert (56:40). In new music, Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg release their 16-track album ‘Missionary’ (1:04:32), QueenzFlip shares why he thinks there is an attack on Hip-Hop (1:17:53), and Netflix announces Mariah Carey will kick off the NFL game on Christmas Day (1:51:00. Also, what’s wrong with the NBA (1:54:20), the aftermath of Luigi Mangione’s arrest (1:59:25), making wome say things in the bedroom (2:20:15), and more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Ice | Kevin Gates - “KISS THE RING” Parks | Fat Joe (feat. Tuggawar) - “Bad Man” Ish | Amaria - “Finer Things” Melyssa | Mellina Tey - “Obsession” Emanny | Isaiah Falls & Sasha Keable - “NIGHT OFF” QueenzFlip | Kes - “Cocoa Tea”
Transcribed - Published: 14 December 2024
In the latest episode from the JBP, the room shares a couple stories from their weekend (13:45) before diving right into the news of the civil suit against Jay-Z and his quick response to the claim (25:00). SZA releases a teaser for her new ‘Lana’ project (51:55), reactions to Doechii’s Tiny Desk Concert (55:45), and J. Cole releases eight previously unreleased records for the 10th anniversary of ‘Forest Hills Drive’ (58:39). Ice receives a phone call and an update from Max B (1:07:15), Jamie Foxx returns to the stage with the ‘What Had Happened Was…’ special premiering on Netflix (1:26:00), and DJ Mustard calls out Boi-1da on Instagram following his comments about west coast Rap (1:40:40). Also, Juan Soto signs a massive $765 million dollar deal with the New York Mets (1:43:47), the crew reacts to Daniel Perry being acquitted (2:01:39), Luigi Mangione has been charged in the killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson (2:18:22), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Ice | Redman - “Dont Wanna C Me Rich” Parks | J. Cole - “Can I Holla at Ya” Ish | Lizzen, Jacquees, & Rob49 - “The Audacity” Melyssa | Aaron Frazer - “Have Mercy” Emanny | Emanny - “ATL” Marc | Cordae (feat. Anderson .Paak) - “Summer Drop”
Transcribed - Published: 11 December 2024
Ian Dunlap joins the crew for the latest episode as the JBP begins with a topic on popular privilege (20:54) before moving to their reactions to the UnitedHealthCare CEO who was killed in NYC (26:00). Young Thug’s lawyer reacts to YSL Shannon and Yak Gotti being acquitted (34:05), what is memecoin (46:28), and QueenzFlip’s game brings Emanny into the fold (1:01:40). Andrew Schulz’ comments about Kendrick Lamar (1:12:35), Jasmin Brown speaks on her relationship with Cam Newton (1:47:49) which leads to a conversation on giving up your career for happiness (1:51:30), and why are music sales down? (2:19:33). Also, the jury in the Daniel Penny-Jordan Neely trial fails to reach a unanimous vote (2:26:05), Flip asks the room about receiving gifts from friends for the holiday while in a relationship (2:36:53), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Ice | Lil Wayne - “Best Rapper Alive” Parks | aroomfullofmirrors - “Wonton Soup” Ish | THEY. - “Straight Up” Melyssa | Nick Hakim - “I Don’t Know”
Transcribed - Published: 7 December 2024
The latest episode from the JBP kicks off with a revelation from Melyssa Ford (28:10) before the room discusses when the pod basketball game is due (36:08). The jury begins deliberations in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely (44:15), the cast discusses the recent ‘Pod Wives’ episode on Patreon (56:47), and Tyrod Taylor files an eviction lawsuit on Draya Michele (1:18:19). Roddy Ricch says a vlogger tried to extort him for his Grammy award (1:31:55), Kendrick Lamar announces a stadium tour with SZA (1:41:22), and J. Cole is set to perform at Madison Square Garden while his latest Inevitable audio episode includes a story or two about JAY-Z (1:48:10). Also, Kendrick’s first week numbers for ‘GNX’ are in (2:31:30), Joe has a new segment titled ‘Mel’s Inner Thoughts’ (2:36:12), the crew continues to react to Marc Lamont Hill’s take on Tupac (2:51:15), reactions to the viral video of Travis Hunter and his fiancee following Colorado’s win over Oklahoma State (3:12:00), Part of the Show (3:51:10), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Bell Biv Devoe - “Something In Your Eyes” Ice | EST Gee - “The Streets” Parks | Skyzoo - “Esoteric” Ish | Sasha Keable - “WHY” Melyssa | Baby Rose & BADBADNOTGOOD - “Slow Burn” Marc | A$AP Ferg (feat. Coco Jones) - “French Tips”
Transcribed - Published: 4 December 2024
Off of Thanksgiving, the JBP shares how their holiday went (13:05) before diving into the internet reactions from the previous episode (28:28). The room then walks through potential negotiations between Drake & UMG (33:47) as Joe explains why they should pay him, are Drake’s petitions a way to get out of his deal with UMG (1:30:17), and Ice has a parenting question after an situation on Thanksgiving (1:56:00). Also, Joe apologizes to Jay Leno (2:03:53), Puff has been denied bail for a third time (2:07:17), R&B singer Khalid was outed by an ex (2:14:43), a magician plays a prank on Kai Cenat’s livestream (2:17:45), Parks says ‘GNX’ may be Kendrick’s best project (2:32:40), **SPOILER ALERT** Joe shares his review of Gladiator 2 (2:41:48), Part of the Show (2:48:48), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Gerald Levert - “Thinkin’ Bout It” Ice | Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, & Alus - “Outta Da Blue” Parks | Babyface Ray, Boldy James, and Harry Fraud - “Shrink Wrap” Ish | Odeal (feat. Summer Walker) - “You're Stuck” Melyssa | Renee Harmoni - “Black And White”
Transcribed - Published: 30 November 2024
The latest episode from the Bionic Six starts with a discussion on dressing your kids for school (2:08) before the room learns that Kendrick Lamar dropped a full album titled ‘GNX’ while recording live (23:36). The JBP then goes song by song reacting to the project while also predicting its first week sales (36:14), Ish has a debate about the ‘bottom of the 9th’ mentality (1:04:00), and Jay Leno suffers an injury after he seemingly fell down a hill (1:08:45). Future’s interview with GQ says he felt slighted on ‘Like That’ as he claims he didn’t know there was a beef (1:22:34), Jussie Smollet’s conviction has been overturned (1:39:52), and Joe learns about premeditated murder (1:47:32). Also, Dr. J is hating again (2:13:45), Joe plays an audio trivia game with his co-hosts (2:33:35), the crew wonders whether Kendrick still has more music coming (2:39:45), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Emanny - “Other Side of Love” Ice | Emanny (feat. Joe Budden) - “I Messed Up” Parks | Emanny (feat. Joe Budden) - “Miss Me” Ish | Tiana Major9 - “alone” Melyssa | Justelle - “Saturn’s Moon”
Transcribed - Published: 23 November 2024
Kicking off the latest episode, Joe opens the show with a gift for Melyssa Ford (13:40) before Marc Lamont Hill addresses QueenzFlip about Improper Improv (24:02). The room then shares their reactions to the Mike Tyson & Jake Paul fight while giving their props to Amanda Serrano (51:23), Beyoncé will be performing on Christmas Day at halftime of the Ravens & Texans game on Netflix (1:07:38), and the first episode of J. Cole’s new audio series ‘Inevitable’ has been released (1:18:10). The crew discusses JAY-Z album rumors (1:24:12), Joe doubles down on his Jaleel White comments after his appearance on ‘The Breakfast Club’ (1:42:07), ‘X’ has new terms & conditions that are driving users away from the platform (1:48:59), and another one bites the dust…(2:06:49). Also, the room debates with Joe about whether or not he’s a show off (2:26:12), Shemar Moore’s feelings about marriage receives hate from the internet (2:38:22) which leads to a conversation on the sexual spectrum (2:49:53), Tyler, The Creator’s ‘Camp Flog Gnaw’ Festival (3:12:44), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | RIMON (feat. Dylan Sinclair) - “Lying” Ice | Quando Rondo - “Could’ve Been Me” Parks | Eto - “Long Way Home” Melyssa | Jay Kent - “Texting” Marc | Ché Noir (feat. Rapsody) - “Black Girl”
Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2024
In the latest episode, the crew reacts to Joe’s Instagram post for his girl’s birthday (9:47) before the room moves to their thoughts on Gillie & Wallo’s advice to Kodak Black (28:42). Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are set to square off in a boxing match on Netflix as the room predicts the outcome of the fight and whether or not it will be staged (38:52), the internet is reacting Skai Jackson’s baby daddy after he was arrested for violating parole (59:02), and footage is circulating of Offset getting into an altercation in Paris (1:18:37). John Krasinski has been named PEOPLE’s Sexiest Man Alive (1:40:43), Joe’s rewatch of ‘The Penguin’ leads Ish to think people are overreacting about the show (1:46:05), and new reports from UFO experts on aliens living underwater (1:53:50). Also, Leon Thomas pulls up to the studio (1:57:57) as the R&B singer speaks about his latest album ‘MUTT’, his time living in Los Angeles, what his music plans are moving forward, and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Valiant - “Little Red Riding” Ice | Morray - “Out The Hole” Parks | Cordae (feat. Kanye West) - “No Bad News” Ish | SAILORR - “POOKIE’S REQUIEM” Melyssa | Ambré - “PT. II (DRAKE & DRIVE)”
Transcribed - Published: 16 November 2024
The Bionic Six & Marc Lamont Hill return to the airwaves as Marc begins by addressing each member of the JBP about the previous Patreon episode featuring Bernice Burgos (5:08). Joe then asks the room if they’ve noticed a difference in business conversations since the election (32:07), Quincy Jones leaves a fortune to his seven children (43:37), and Young Thug’s ‘X’ account calls out Gunna before deleting the post (1:16:10). Denzel Washington is getting a role created for him in ‘Black Panther 3’ as retirement is also around the corner (1:42:20), **SPOILER ALERT** Joe speaks on ‘The Penguin’ finale (1:52:36), Doechii catches hate from the internet following her Grammy nomination (2:00:05), and Jaleel White turns down a ‘Family Matters’ reboot (2:13:54). Also, a debate on whether or not you’re allowed to slide on your friend’s cousin (2:44:03), Dr. Umar is set to return to the pod (3:24:08), Part of the Show (3:33:55), the room discusses whether they believe the amount of money Bernice was making as a bartender (4:12:30), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Darkoo & Rema - “Favourite Girl” Ice | Payroll Giovanni - “Addicted 2 Results” Parks | Ice Cube, Busta Rhymes, & Killer Mike - “Ego Maniacs” Ish | Mable - “Vitamins” Melyssa | Kiana Ledé - “Space and Pussy” Marc | Ab-Soul (feat. Vince Staples & Kamm Carson) - “California Dream”
Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2024
With the 2024 election in the rearview, Joe shares about the start of his health journey (22:00) before the Bionic Six & Marc Lamont Hill recap their thoughts following the presidential results from earlier in the week and reasons why Kamala Harris fell short (28:45). The 2025 Grammy Nominations have been released as the JBP reacts to song and album of the year categories (1:39:37), Ab-Soul drops his new album ‘Soul Burger’ (2:06:40), and DDG brings his and Halle Bailey’s son on Kai Cenat’s livestream (2:22:47) which leads the room to discuss coparenting and if men are good at apologizing (2:33:50), Marc questions QueenzFlip about his ‘man of the house’ take (2:55:30), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Ella Mai - “One Of These” Ice | Tha Eastsidaz (feat. October London) - “Groove Bacc” Parks | Ab-Soul (feat. JasonMartin & Thirsty P) - “All That” Ish | PHABO & Josef Lamercier - “5000 Degrees” Melyssa | Simi Liadi - “No Exchange’
Transcribed - Published: 9 November 2024
The JBP opens up their latest episode with a discussion on whether Ish is a gift-shamer (1:25) before Joe discusses how his pride and ego has been hurt once again by his friends (12:15). The room then talks about the chaos of Election Day (22:57), New York is under a Drought Watch (1:08:20), Lil WeezyAna Fest took place on Saturday which featured a Hot Boys reunion and comments from Wayne on the New Orleans Super Bowl Halftime Show (1:16:25), and Marc Lamont Hill starts a debate on Michael Jackson’s ‘Bad’ vs. ‘Off the Wall’ (1:31:00). DeMar DeRozan returns to Toronto with Drake standing courtside (1:41:24), Joel Embiid has been suspended for pushing a reporter (2:10:30) which then leads the crew to ask whether people deserve to get punched in the face (2:16:40). Also, the JBP discusses which artists they’d cry over following the news of Quincy Jones passing at 91 (2:30:20), Joe has a question for the room about threesome babies (2:48:30), T.I. announces retirement from performing (3:06:00), Marc on having to deal with Philly athletes in the 2000s (3:11:27), Kai Cenat & Kodak Black’s livestream (3:14:35), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Austin Millz & Jozzy - “Need I Say More” Ice | Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre & Jhené Aiko - “Gorgeous” Parks | BigXthaPlug - “Therapy Session” Ish | Elmiene - “Crystal Tears” Melyssa | Dee Gatti - “Timeless” Marc | Freddie Gibbs - “It's Your Anniversary”
Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2024
In the latest episode from the JBP, the crew begins with discussing their Halloween (20:28) before getting to Young Thug being released with a lengthy probation sentence (30:12). The JBP then discusses how Thug has to navigate a new music ecosystem and what it means for the rapper moving forward (57:40), Joe shares a story about his most recent night at ‘Girls Love Karaoke’ (1:18:29), and the projections for Tyler, The Creator’s new album are in (1:30:20). Also, the room wonders how you compliment a man with a fire mouth (1:50:10), Meg Thee Stallion’s Amazon Prime documentary (1:58:33), Ari Lennox’s beef with Dreamville (2:31:44) leads to a debate on if an idea is more important than the execution (2:46:00), Mel’s new podcast (2:59:33), questionable Halloween outfits for children (3:11:38), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Jacquees - “Baby Making” Ice | Lloyd Banks - “Season Of The Psychos” Parks | Che Noir (feat. Brady Watt & Abiodun Oyewole) - “Shadow Puppet” Ish | Elijah Blake (feat. Kareen Lomax) - “Read The Room” Melyssa | Mr. Carmack (feat. Kehlani) - “All In”
Transcribed - Published: 2 November 2024
Ice returns to his seat in the latest dudecast edition of the JBP as the guys begin with a conversation on caviar and whether it’s white people’s version of oxtail (18:52). 50 Cent turns down Donald Trump’s $3 million offer to perform at his Madison Square Garden rally as the room then debates what their price would have to be (21:33), Tony Hinchcliffe’s controversial and racist monologue (29:05), and Miami Heat unveil the statue of Dwyane Wade which is met by backlash and jokes from fans (41:34). The room then shades Joe’s basketball skills which leads to a potential 1-on-1 match that involves games with both Ish and Marc Lamont Hill (56:20), Shaq faces backlash over his appearance on Angel Reese’s podcast (1:13:48), Tyler, The Creator drops his new album ‘Chromakopia’ (1:51:00), and Joe shares his thoughts after the passing of DJ Clark Kent due to colon cancer (2:17:16). Also, Tory Lanez seeks disciplinary action against his former attorney (2:28:20), the guys want Haunted Houses to make a resurgence (2:42:16), did Winnie and Kevin from ‘The Wonder Years’ sleep together (2:49:20), Joe responds to the internet clipping up his Lil Durk & J. Cole comments (2:50:10), Tony Rock addresses not being cast in Chris Rock movies and the crew debates if they agree with his stance or not (3:06:00), and more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Alfonzo Hunter - “Weekend Thang” Ice | GloRilla - “LET HER COOK” Parks | Canibus (feat. Panama P.I.) - “How We Roll” Ish | TheARTI$t - “Soul On Fire”
Transcribed - Published: 30 October 2024
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