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The Joe Budden Podcast

The Joe Budden Podcast

Joe Budden

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Overview

Tune into Joe Budden and his friends. Follow along the crazy adventures of these very random friends.

637 Episodes

Episode 834 | "Sufficient Sammy"

Heading into Father’s Day weekend (2:50), the JBP opens up with each of their plans before sharing their thoughts on the viral video of Marc Lamont Hill getting maced in January 2024 (15:50). MTV icon Ananda Lewis passes away at 52 after her battle with cancer (42:10) leading the room to later discuss their stance on different health treatments and decisions (50:39).  The Grammy’s have introduced two new categories (1:09:33), Kendrick Lamar performs in Toronto (1:17:55), drama over Sabrina Carpenter’s new album cover (1:30:00), and what’s new in music? (1:45:42). Rumors of body enhancements on Moneybagg Yo leads to sharing what improvements the JBP would consider for themselves (1:51:52). Also, one survivor discovered following an Air India plane crash (2:08:10), what is the Mount Rushmore of “power trip” Jobs (2:13:40), should there be an etiquette for airline and airport outfits (2:27:29), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden  Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Kehlani - “Folded” Parks | Marlon Craft - “thin ICE” Ish | Chris Brown - “Holy Blindfold” Melyssa | Povi - “Who Better” Marc | Jidenna - “Bambi”

Transcribed - Published: 14 June 2025

Episode 833 | "Up To My Wits End"

The JBP begins the latest episode with quick recaps from Lil Wayne’s concert at Madison Square Garden last Friday (16:00) along with Marc’s attendance at ‘Othello’ and meeting Denzel Washington (21:40). The room then dives into a full recap of the 2025 BET Awards including performances and award winners (45:15), Tyler Perry’s speech warning the erasure of black history (1:16:14), as well as Wale’s run in with Kai Cenat (1:31:30). Also, Ciara tells Jim Jones that it’s time to get married leading the crew to discussing the unintentional disrespect behind the comments (1:46:55), QueenzFlip shares his experience at the Puerto Rican Day Parade (1:59:40), Sexyy Red checks Ray J (2:47:37), Coco Gauff’s French Open win leads to post-match comments from her opponent Aryna Sabalenka (3:01:26),  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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden  Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Leon Thomas & Kehlani - “DIRT ON MY SHOES” Ice | EST Gee - “Take my time Geeski SH Feb 23” Parks | Coyote - “Product Of Immigration” Ish | DAMEDAME* - “PROMISE” Melyssa | Leven (feat. Grace Weber) - “Meet Up” Marc | The Roots - “Star/Pointro”

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

Episode 832 | "Soft Guy Era" (feat. Jeremy Hecht)

With the release of Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Carter VI’, the JBP opens its latest episode discussing the 19-track album (32:50) before bringing in cohost of ‘The Bigger Picture’ Jeremy Hecht to discuss the back and forth between DDG & Halle Bailey (1:32:10). The internet has reacted to the rumors of streamer Duke Dennis having multiple kids (2:24:00), the room shares what they think their ambition level is (2:30:30) before turning to their highlights and areas to improve on in 2025 (2:46:29). Also, the Indiana Pacers take Game 1 of the NBA Finals (2:59:32), Elon Musk vs. Donald Trump (3:18:48), 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 | Ty Dolla $ign - “ALL IN”   Ice | Lloyd Banks - “IF I WAKE UP”   Parks | Bruiser Wolf (feat. Fat Ray) - “Fancy”   Ish | Leon Thomas (feat. Big Sean) - “PARTY FAVORS”   Melyssa | KAYTRANADA (feat. Lucky Daye) - “Look Easy”

Transcribed - Published: 7 June 2025

Episode 831 | "Blessed and Highly Favored"

The latest episode of the JBP begins with Melyssa Ford’s recap of ‘The Roots Picnic 2025’ (19:28) before Joe shares how he feels about the Knicks falling to the Pacers in six games (39:23). Vanessa Bryant shuts down pregnancy rumors over the weekend (49:35) which leads the room to discuss relationship rules after the passing of a partner (57:00), The Clipse interview with GQ reveals Def Jam tried to suppress a Kendrick Lamar verse on the upcoming album (1:12:14) which followed with the duo as well as Pusha T leaving the label. Joe addresses the internet’s demand for conversations around Roc Nation’s Desiree Perez (1:24:20), Pusha T also shares his thoughts about Kanye (1:35:33), and the crew praises Leon Thomas for the deluxe of his project ‘MUTT’ (1:49:22). Also, Teyana Taylor announces a new album slated for August (2:05:56), Muni Long claims 'only Black women’ hate her personality (2:11:00), more lists of the best LA and west coast rappers release (2:23:18) as the JBP debates Eazy-E, Snoop Dogg vs. Ice Cube, as well as The Game vs. Jadakiss (2:33:00), reactions to the passing of Joanthan Joss (2:46:30), the New York Knicks fire Tom Thibodeau (2:55:00), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden  Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Trey Songz - “Can’t Stay Mad” Ice | Samara Cyn - “Sinner” Parks | Terrace Martin & Kenyon Dixon - “See You Later” Ish | Honey Bxby (feat. WESLEYFRANKLIN) - “These Days” Melyssa | Christión - “Full of Smoke” Marc | Ledisi - “DAYDREAMING”

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

Episode 830 | "Stupid Seeds Grow Stupid Plants" (feat. Jozzy)

The latest episode of the JBP kicks off with QueenzFlip’s thoughts on the new HBO documentary ‘Pee-wee as Himself’ (28:57) before the room turns to Offset demanding spousal support in a new divorce case filing (37:25). In new music Clipse drops a single for their upcoming album ‘Let God Sort Em Out’ (1:09:46), Donald Trump is continuing to pardon people (1:23:10), and Tory Lanez legal team continues to push for his freedom (1:35:45). Also, Memphis’ own singer/songwriter Jozzy joins the crew (1:54:25) to talk about her new music and her early love for Melyssa Ford, leaving P. Diddy’s label, her inspirations, the need for songwriters, ‘StagePlay 2 Get Her Back’, 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden 

Transcribed - Published: 31 May 2025

Episode 829 | "The Thickening Agent"

 In the latest episode from the JBP, Joe talks dealing with a sinus infection (:35) before the room recaps their Memorial Day (24:41) and Melyssa prepared mac n cheese for the crew (35:34). Former Def Jam President and CEO of 300 Entertainment Kevin Liles has been accused of sexual misconduct as Lady Luck is in search of $30 million (40:48), Druski goes viral with his ‘White Boy’ skit (1:20:48), and Travis Hunter gets married with no prenup agreement (1:24:42). Also, Diddy’s lawyers want the Kid Cudi testimony removed (1:48:05) and Young Thug calls Cudi a rat (1:54:44), how does the cast feel about family members helping escaped convicts (2:18:05), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden  Sleeper Picks:  Ice | Snoop Dogg & Sexyy Red - “Me N OG Snoop” Parks | Slum Village - “Climax (Girl Shit)” Ish | PJ - “Day One” Melyssa | Eris Ford & Evan and Eris (feat. V. Rose) - “Bad Energy” Marc | Common (feat. Kanye West & John Legend) - “They Say”

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

Episode 828 | "Don't Tell Me Goodnight"

The JBP’s latest episode kicks off with a debate over barbers (3:00) before the room asks Joe if he is done attending New York Knicks games after they blew a late Game 1 lead to the Indiana Pacers (31:04). Joe then shares his favorite TikTok trend (44:50), Kid Cudi takes the stand in the Puff trial (55:00), and Papoose & Remy Ma continue to go back and forth on social media (1:13:12). Also, GloRilla confirms she got a nose job (1:49:38), no more pennies (1:56:20), Rod Wave arrested in Georgia (2:02:17), Joey Bada$$ has plans for a new album in August (2:11:53), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden  Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Reggie Becton - “Die Young” Ice | YG (feat. Shoreline Mafia) - “HOLLYWOOD” Parks | Common - “invocation”  Ish | NxWorries (feat. Thundercat) - “KeepHer”

Transcribed - Published: 24 May 2025

Episode 827 | "Magic vs Bird"

The JBP opens their latest episode with a recap of the latest in Rap beef with more songs from Joey Bada$$, Ray Vaughn, Daylyt, and others over the weekend (10:55). The P. Diddy trial continues on with more set to testify (44:00) before the room reacts to the 10 inmates who escaped from a New Orleans jail (1:22:55), and Joe shares his thoughts following the Knicks ousting of the Boston Celtics in six (1:32:47). Also, Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese have sparked internet debate once again (1:45:43), Ryan Clark dismisses RGIII’s criticism of Angel Reese because of his marriage (2:01:40), a Mexican Navy Ship crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge (2:39:35), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden  Sleeper Picks:  Joe | kwn - “eyes wide open”  Ice | Key Glock - “Made A Way” Parks | Xzibit (feat. Symba) - “American Idols” Ish | Asiahn - “BREATHE” Marc | Gregory Porter - “No Love Dying”

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2025

Episode 826 | "To The Voting Members"

The JBP is joined by Ray Daniels in the latest episode as the room  with beef in Hip-Hop starting with Big Sean, Ab-Soul, & Joey Bada$$’s ‘Red Bull Viral Freestyle’ (15:25). Ray Vaughn responds to Joey’s verse with ‘Hoe Era’ the next day (25:24) and Joey Bada$$ returns fire with ‘THE FINALS’ (44:25). Marc Lamont Hill wants Joe to address the Knicks prior to Game 6 (58:00), the P. Diddy trial continues with Cassie on the stand (1:09:44), and Joe responds to clips from the ‘Joe and Jada’ podcast. Also, Chris Brown’s arrest in the UK (2:23:10), Kelsey Harris’ bodyguard breaks his silence (2:27:44), Halle Bailey has been granted temporary physical and legal custody of her and DDG’s son (2:46:13), 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 | 2 Chainz, Ronald Isley, & The Isley Brothers - “THE ATL EXPERIENCE”   Ice | Don Trip & Starlito - “Mitchell & Ness”   Parks | Benny the Butcher (feat. Styles P) - “Toxic”   Melyssa | Junetober - “Video Fantasy Dream Girl”   QueenzFlip | Big Ro6 - “Decisions”   Marc | Bilal - “Sometimes”

Transcribed - Published: 17 May 2025

Episode 825 | "K"

 The latest JBP episode begins with a recap of Mother’s Day 2025 (19:00) as well as the room’s review of Kendrick Lamar & SZA’s show at Metlife Stadium last Friday night (26:38). Melyssa shares her experience at the Broadway revival of Shakespeare's "Othello" featuring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal (52:38), P. Diddy’s trial is underway (1:03:10), and the latest from Tory Lanez after he was rushed to a hospital following a stabbing (1:23:34). Also, the NBA’s Draft Lottery (1:44:37) and Michael Jordan is set to join NBA on NBC (1:52:40), triggering text messages and communication expectations (1:56:49), Jayden Daniels mother appears on ‘The Pivot’ to address her public backlash (2:19:35), Joe says he’s standing with Teyana Taylor (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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden  Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Mariah the Scientist - “Burning Blue” Ice | Snoop Dogg - “Unsung Heroes” Parks | Ben Kenobe - “SMOKE” Ish | TA Thomas - “Devotion” Melyssa | Anike - “WAKANDE”

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2025

Episode 824 | "Cart Before the Horse"

In the latest episode from the JBP the crew discusses their plans for Kendrick Lamar’s next show (8:40) before turning to the allegations that came out earlier this week against Smokey Robinson (38:22) as well as former Laker Byron Scott (49:21). Joe informs the room of Tyler Chase Butler’s story after hus arrest in Virginia (1:00:04) and then shares his thoughts about the New York Knicks who are coming home up 2-0 against Boston (1:13:24). Also, the JBP family has an intervention for Marc Lamont Hill after his latest appearance on Piers Morgan’s show (1:48:48), rumors of UNC banning Bill Belichik’s girlfriend from their facilities (2:20:55), the BET Awards nominations for 2025 (2:45:06), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden  Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Davido (feat. Omah Lay) - “With You” Ice | Don Trip and Starlito - “Madden Curse” Parks | Lefty Gunplay, JasonMartin, & The Game - “MENACE” Ish | Reggie Becton - “All In” Melyssa | Jessie Reyez - “**CUDN’T B ME**” Marc | Kindred the Family Soul - “Far Away”

Transcribed - Published: 10 May 2025

Episode 823 | "They Let You Stay In Haiti?"

The full crew returns for the latest JBP episode as the room starts with a couple stories from their weekend (4:10) before turning to a debate on loaning money and investing in your partner (25:20). Joe then shares his distaste for basketball analysts following Game 1 of the Celtics-Knicks series (41:20), the crew dives into the 2025 Met Gala and Black Dandyism (48:02), and André 3000 drops a piano project (1:24:01) which leads to what risks would the co-hosts take if they could do something else (1:43:00). Also, Paul Pierce’s views on marriage  (1:57:55), the jury selection for the Diddy trial is underway (2:49:10), what are the biggest court cases the JBP has been alive for (3:08:23), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden  Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Sault - “S.I.T.L.” Ice | DaBaby - “Sky is the Limit” Parks | JULIAN MICHAEL - “stop calling my grandma.” Ish | Skye Tunes - “Reset” Melyssa | 54 Ultra - “Upside Down” Marc | Davido (feat. Victoria Monét) - “Offa Me”

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2025

Episode 822 | "Behind the Dumpster"

The latest episode from the JBP begins with the highlighting of a genius marketing move from a bar in Jersey City (20:30) before discussing the latest drama involving Bill Belichik and his girlfriend Jordon Hudson (29:45). The room then talks about gift-giving and thoughtfulness (43:24), Joe calls Pistons Assistant Coach Jarrett Jack after the New York Knicks beat Detroit in six (59:43), and Ish shares his thoughts about the Lakers losing to the Timberwolves in five (1:23:20). In new music, Lloyd Banks drops ‘A.O.N. 3: DESPITE MY MISTAKES’ (1:29:25), Summer Walker’s new single ‘Spend It’ (1:30:50), and the state of music so far in 2025 (1:35:40). Also, Ice expresses his hatred over a new trend (1:41:33), Kanye West appears to have revealed his sexual identity (1:48:45), alleged texts from Future to an ex over Trippie Redd have gone viral (2:04:30), Misa Hylton & Vado file a lawsuit against Mary J. Blige (2:18:50), 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 | RAAHiiM - “Just Like Me”   Ice | Lloyd Banks (feat. Ghostface Killah) - “ENDANGERED INNOCENCE”   Parks | Westside Gunn & Doechii - “Egypt (Remix)”   Ish | Isaiah Falls - “TAKE A HIT”   QueenzFlip - JayDon - “I’ll Be Good”

Transcribed - Published: 3 May 2025

Episode 821 | "The Natty"

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

Episode 820 | "Don’t Invite Them In"

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

Episode 819 | "Where’s Wallo When You Need Him?"

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

Episode 818 | "Pod & Order"

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

Episode 817 | "More Mt. Rushmore’s"

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

Episode 816 | "We Listen and We Judge Quietly”

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

Episode 815 | "Al B. Ehhhh"

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

Episode 814 | "Fight or Flight"

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

Episode 813 | "Plausible Deniability"

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

Episode 812 | "Stove Side Chat"

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

Episode 811 | "Blood In the Water"

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

Episode 810 | "Where The Magic Happens" (feat. Oz Pearlman)

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

Episode 809 | "Willfully Obtuse"

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

Episode 808 | "Meet Me At The Police Station"

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

Episode 807 | "Reverse Card Day"

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

Episode 806 | "Yall Don’t Really Have It"

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

Episode 805 | "Support The Lie"

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

Episode 804 | "Women in Space"

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

Episode 803 | "One More Dance"

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

Episode 802 | "Positivity Highlighter"

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

Episode 801 | "0-5 Zone"

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

Episode 800 | "Loosie Eggs"

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

Episode 799 | "Belt 2 Ass"

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

Episode 798 | "The Rims to Match"

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

Episode 797 | "Clean Sweep"

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

Episode 796 | "The Distinguished Panel"

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

Episode 795 | "Licensed Listeners"

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

Episode 794 | "Real Talk"

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

Episode 793 | "Kaputz"

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

Episode 792 | “Best & Final”

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

Episode 791 | "Dude Code"

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

Episode 790 | "Means to an End"

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

Episode 789 | "Good Mouth Skin"

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

Episode 788 | "What Would Halle Do?"

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

Episode 787 | "Shartonay"

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

Episode 786 | "The Hoodie Store"

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

Episode 785 | "I Appreciate The Contribution of Every Member…"

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

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