Episode 897 | "Company Tardy Policy"
The latest episode from the JBP opens with the snow storm that is slated to hit the east coast (17:51) before the cast predicts the winner of the Hit-Boy & Mike Will Made-It producer Verzuz (27:17). 21 Savage and Fivio Foreign exchange words (44:58), takeaways from the Oscars in which 'Sinners' earns a record 16 nominations (1:19:24), and Joe shares his review of the new Chris Pratt movie 'Mercy' (1:30:11). Drake appeals the dismissal of the "Not Like Us" lawsuit (1:33:34), Clipse, Leon Thomas, & Olivia Dean headline the list of performers for the 2026 Grammys (1:44:33), Valentine's Day plans (1:50:20), and the crew shows support to Vince Staples (1:58:27). Also, Jayson Tatum is an EP on Ella Mai's upcoming album (2:02:30), Charles Barkley's comments to ESPN lead to the Buss Family & the LA Lakers (2:24:12), Sebastian Telfair's appearance on 'The Pivot Podcast' (3:13:48), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden
Episode 896 | "Young Men That Carry Arms"
The JBP kicks off its latest episode covering an internet debate of Common vs. Jadakiss (24:10) before turning to new music from T.I. (45:33). The room then has a conversation about creating and evaluating friendships (53:28), Claressa Shields calls in to a show to defend herself (1:23:30), and the crew shares their thoughts about two wedding stories (1:43:08). Also, Nike's new MLK sneaker (2:07:07), Keith Lee visits the viral 'tenderism' BBQ restaurant (2:15:50), Joe has a question for his castmates about the YMCA (2:28:56), Marc Lamont Hill recaps the back and forth between Nicki Minaj & Don Lemon, 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
Episode 895 | "A Spirited Conversation"
The JBP begins its latest episode diving right into J. Cole's announcement of 'The Fall-Off' which included a new record hinting at a double disc (22:40), before turning to more new music with A$AP Rocky's 'Don't Be Dumb' (53:00) and Wiz Khalifa's 'Khatoic' (1:01:52). Worst Take returns with more NFL playoff predictions and John Harbaugh to the Giants (1:14:50), Anton Daniels vs. Corey Holcomb (1:29:50), and Jay Leno speaks out about his wife dealing with dementia (2:01:25). Also, **SPOILER ALERT** Joe shares his thoughts about 'His & Hers' on Netflix (2:27:04), Part of the Show (2:50:06), 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: www.patreon.com/joebudden
Episode 894 | "White-Ish Mamba"
The JBP kicks off its latest episode with a recap of the 2026 Golden Globes (33:18) which includes reactions to Anthony Anderson & Rocsi Diaz (52:50) as well as the award for best podcast (1:06:30). Worst Take returns as the cast covers Wild Card Weekend in the NFL including the Jaguars postgame press conference interaction between head coach Liam Coen & press reporter Lynn Jones-Turpin (1:09:00). Cam Newton interviews Lady London (1:26:43), Hot 97 announces Mero as the new host of its morning show (1:41:37), and Freekey Zekey releases old footage of an altercation between Dame Dash & Jim Jones (1:55:04). Also, LA Reid avoids trial (2:14:35), Druski's new skit (2:25:02), 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
Episode 891 | "The Bane of My Existence"
The first episode of 2026 from the JBP begins with a recap of New Years for each member (15:59) as well as their resolutions and predictions (29:52). Drake & Adin Ross have been hit with a RICO lawsuit over alleged gambling scheme with Stake (40:15), Joe shares his thoughts about the recent stories involving NFL brothers Stefon Diggs & Trevon Diggs (1:01:00), and Doechii & SZA have a new single 'girl, get up.' (1:19:28). Uncle Murda and Skillz drop their 2025 Wrap Up songs (1:27:56), the room discusses lies you tell as a couple (1:48:23) which leads to a conversation about pet owners (1:58:45). Also, the JBP learns of Chevy Chase's history through a new documentary (2:17:42), Will Smith is being sued by a former employee (2:24:45), Part of the Show (2:57:45), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden
Episode 862 | "The Donut Shop"
Mona Love (Don’t Call Me White Girl) joins the cast in the latest episode from the JBP as the room dives into Cardi B’s new album ‘AM I THE DRAMA?’ (19:34) before turning to the latest with singer D4vd after a body was discovered in a car he owns (1:26:07). Dame Dash is suing Cam’ron (1:54:55), ABC has suspended Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show (2:01:33), Jerry of ‘Ben & Jerry’s’ resigns (2:24:07), and Joe gives his review of the new Jordan Peele movie ‘Him’ (2:37:42). Also, Pablo Torre continues to expose the Clippers over Kawhi Leonard payments (2:43:45), a casino in Times Square has been denied approval (2:54:00), Mona shares thoughts about her first day on set as a cohost (3:10:40), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden
Episode 861 | "The Joe Budden Book Club"
The JBP returns to the airwaves as they begin their latest episode discussing the Terence Crawford vs. Canelo Álvarez fight from Saturday night on Netflix (19:10) before turning to Cam’ron escorting Adrian Broner off the ‘It Is What It Is’ set (33:25). Dame Dash returns to The Breakfast Club (42:44), the features list for Cardi B’s new album has been released (1:07:24), and The Clipse perform at the Vatican (1:13:07). Joe then shares his thoughts on the Charlie Sheen documentary (1:24:20), Saweetie’s comments on pretty punishment (1:34:34), and a quick recap of The 2025 Emmy Awards (1:45:30). Also, Molly Qerim is leaving First Take and ESPN (1:49:30), Murda Mook & Hitman Holla battle (2:02:24), the room laughs at Joe and the God of War Krato’s memes (2:14:39), are dating apps coming to an end (2:33:02), 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 | Isaia Huron (feat. Kehlani) - “SEE RIGHT THROUGH ME” Ice | Kevin Gates (feat. G Herbo) - “Thuggin” Parks | Rapsody & Madlib - “Avon Thru the Wire” Ish | Dave East & Young Chris - “I Smell the Money”
Episode 860 | "Whoopty Doo"
The JBP starts its latest episode with questions for Marc Lamont Hill about a cult documentary (4:35) before turning to the assassination of Charlie Kirk earlier this week in Utah (32:08). The cast then recaps Uncle Charlie Wilson’s R&B Cookout (57:38), new music from Young Thug as well as an alleged diss record from GloRilla (1:17:44), and the cast discusses a tweet comparing drug & slave movies (1:36:44). Also, Spotify has updated their terms & conditions (2:03:27), Joe has a concept for a new show (2:10:35), NBA Commissioner Adam Silver comments about fans who can’t afford to stream games (2:17:44), we’re one week away from Cardi B’s album (2:37:16), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden
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”
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”
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 It” Parks | REASON, Ransom, & Coyote - “Hol‘ That” Ish | SAILORR - “CUT UP” Melyssa | Melanie Fiona - “Mona Lisa Smile”
Episode 780 | "Go In That Corner"
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”
Episode 770 | "Mr. Plus 1"
The JBP kicks off the latest episode with questions for Ish after he was spotted courtside with Marc Lamont Hill at the Sixers & Bucks game earlier this week (22:25) before Joe discusses speaking at Steve Stoute’s SelectCon NYC event (27:44). Lil Durk has been arrested over an alleged murder-for-hire plot as the room shares what information has been made available to the public (30:30) and the difficulty in podcasting about such stories (57:30). In new music, Summer Walker drops a new single ‘Heart Of A Woman’ (1:35:36), the crew debates if the Menendez Brothers should be granted parole (1:46:15), as well as whether Joe had any disagreements with Punch TDE’s tweet about Hip Hop Journalism (2:01:55). Also, **TRIGGER WARNING** a mother is suing an AI company over the death of her son (2:33:20), E. coli outbreaks (2:48:50), Part of the Show (3:03:19), 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 | Babyface & Muni Long - “The Recipe” Parks | REASON - “Whatever” Ish | Tailz. - “Free Time” Melyssa | Elmiene & BADBADNOTGOOD - “Marking My Time”
Episode 769 | "Milk of Magnesia"
In the latest episode, Marc Lamont Hill takes his seat with the JBP as the room reacts to Joe’s viral moment over the weekend (13:10) before a quick recap of Parks’ birthday party (23:46). The New York Liberty take home the 2024 WNBA Championship (28:05) while Angel Reese’s outfit for Game 5 has caused some commotion (34:55), the New York Yankees are headed to the World Series (38:55), and Joe shares a quick story of his recent injury (44:18). SZA interviews Kendrick Lamar for Harper’s BAZAAR fashion magazine (55:25) as he shares what ‘Not Like Us’ means to him and the gang discusses doing interviews with your friends vs. other journalists, Joe reminds everyone that it is illegal to go through your significant others phone (1:17:55), and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducts eight new acts (1:38:36). Also, the JBP discusses a proposed mandate from strippers when it comes to throwing money & payouts (1:49:40), Kamala Harris’ campaign continues to try to attract black male voters while being publicly called names (2:03:21), Part of the Show (2:55:22), 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: Joe | Leon Thomas - “SAFE PLACE” Parks | Tyler, The Creator - “Noid” Ish | BARii - “Barbershop” Melyssa | October London (feat. Boney James) - “All I Want Is You”
Episode 767 | "Gear Grinders"
Ian Dunlap returns to the JBP as the room begins with Melyssa Ford’s recent tweets (2:39) before QueenzFlip recaps his time at the Wild 'n Out show over the weekend (18:34). Joe & Ish then gets to story time and shares their experience out at a ‘Paddle of the Sexes’ event (20:42), TD Bank has been hit with a $3 billion fine over drug cartel money laundering (54:46), and the crew debates what makes a good mediator (1:00:50) and if there is an issue with men who move off of hearsay (1:10:12). Former NBA player and coach Sam Mitchell seemingly doxxed NBA TV co-host Chris Miles after an awkward live interaction (1:16:57), RJ Barrett allegedly owes an escort some money (1:27:53), and Lyfe Jennings says NPR’s Tiny Desk rejected him from their show (1:41:40). Also, the room discusses how they handle criticism (1:55:00), Joe shares some tidbits about the blessings that come from podcasting as well as how paranoia affects work ethic (2:04:54), Ian brings a list of conspiracy theorist topics (2:41:50), 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 | Ravyn Lenae (feat. Ty Dolla $ign) – “Dream Girl” Ice | Pharrell Williams (feat. Tyler, The Creator) - “VIRGINIA Boy (Remix)” Parks | Ka - “I Love (Mimi, Moms, Kev)” Ish | Amaria - “Fly” Melyssa | Gallant (feat. Nao) - “Centigrade.”
Episode 766 | "Good Kid, Good City"
Another dudecast is in effect for the latest JBP episode as they begin with a discussion on if they wash their own clothes (2:19) before they react to J. Cole’s latest record ‘Port Antonio’ in which he addresses his feelings following the fallout of the Drake & Kendrick Lamar beef (22:40). The room also discusses if new music is being devalued when it drops on Instagram instead of DSPs (1:17:30), GloRilla’s drops her debut studio album ‘GLORIOUS’ (1:42:10), and Rod Wave releases a new project titled ‘Last Lap’ (2:01:44). Elon Musk & Tesla preview humanoid Optimus robots (2:19:00), Harvard students creating futuristic smart glasses (2:32:49), a congratulations to Chaka Khan (2:37:03), the crew presses Ish about going out (2:43:30), Part of the Show (3:00:00), 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 | Victoria Monét - “Love Is Stronger Than Pride” Ice | Wynne (feat. Conductor Williams) - “Bad Girl” Parks | Madvillain (MF DOOM & Madlib) - “Figaro” Ish | Syamali - “California Rain” Jaewon | Rod Wave - “Federal Nightmares”
Episode 765 | "Sorry Martha"
QueenzFlip returns to his chair as the JBP starts with a few airport stories (2:00) before Joe sends congratulations to Lizzo (40:28). Safaree attends Nicki Minaj’s concert in Miami (45:55) which leads to a conversation about “fake stalking” your ex (54:13), can a gay person sleep you (1:23:50), Joe responds to the backlash over his DDG comments (1:25:20), and the room discusses whether or not the JBP co-hosts are cancelable (1:36:44). Cissy Houston, mother of Whitney Houston, passes at 91 (1:53:55), Drake’s Instagram posting of Solange as well as putting fake friends on blast during his Toronto concert has the crew dive into a topic on digital warfare and his beef with JAY-Z (1:58:00), Financial abuse in relationships (2:47:25), Ish attends the Maxwell concert which included another stage appearance from Melyssa Ford (2:55:50) and Ice recaps Wale’s Irving Plaza show (3:04:17), 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 | Sterling Sims - “Jersey Shore 3” Ice | Max B (feat. Stack Bundles & Mel Matrix) - “Refreshing” Parks | GREA8GAWD - “BYE BYE SUMMER” Ish | Leven & damn james! - “Vivians Freestyle” Melyssa | Leon Thomas (feat. Wale) - “FEELINGS ON SILENT” Emanny | Leon Thomas - “YES IT IS”
Episode 735 | “Ain’t No Neutral”
This episode needs no introduction, as Joe kicks things off with a West Coast set (2:14) before the JBP provides an in-depth recap of Kendrick Lamar's "The Pop Out - Ken and Friends" concert on Juneteenth (18:40). Later, they discuss Matthew Stafford's wife revealing that she had sex with his college backup (1:21:22) and the return of VERZUZ on X (1:28:49) before getting into new music - Kehlani's 'CRASH,' Clipse's track with John Legend "Birds Don't Sing" and their upcoming album, Shaquille O'Neal & Notorious B.I.G.'s "You Can't Stop the Reign" hitting DSPs, and more (1:35:09). They also discuss Birdman telling New Orleans prison inmates that books won't help them (1:46:08), the Yahoo Sports piece that revealed that Michael Jordan's 1988 Defensive Player of the Year season likely included home-biased stats (1:53:40), **SPOILER ALERT** episode eight of 'Dark Matter' (2:01:12), what they would look like in an alternate dimesnion (2:12:18), if a child's decisions are a reflection of their parents (2:30:08), claims of a surge in STDs in Houston (2:41:14), 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 | “Anywhere But Here” by Cocaine 80s Ice | “Last Of The Few” by Arsonal Da Rebel (feat. Albee Al) Parks | “Problems” by Ray Vaughn (feat. Pusha T) Melyssa | “Mustang Sally” by Maeta Emanny | “Supply & Demand” by Alonda Rich
Episode 734 | "Bad Mayo"
In this episode, Mel starts with sharing her experience in Miami for the American Black Film Festival (19:36) before the room recaps their Father’s Day from over the weekend (30:08). The JBP then sends their congratulations to the Boston Celtics for winning the NBA Championship (45:18), Gervonta Davis & Frank Martin squared off for the WBA lightweight world title (1:24:12), and Joe sends his thoughts to Angela Bofill who passed at 70 (1:37:39). Also, the room shares their thoughts of a viral video of Eagles linebacker Terrell Lewis trying to run out on an escort without paying (1:43:52), Chris Brown’s meet and greet’s are breaking up households (2:25:46), Kendrick’s Juneteenth show and speculation of a ‘Not Like Us’ video (2:37:26), Reason and TDE part ways (2:46:13), **SPOILER ALERT** House of the Dragon (3:01:44) 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 | Normani (feat. Gunna) - “1:59” Ice | Fabolous (feat. Don Q & Dave East) - “For The Family” Parks | JasonMartin & DJ Quik (feat. The Game) - “CHUPACABRA” Ish | Victoria Monét - “Power of Two” Melyssa | KAYTRANADA (feat. Thundercat) - “Be Careful) Emanny | Kadeem Nichols - “Beautiful Mess”
Episode 733 | "Ghoul"
The JBP returns to the airwaves as the room starts with a debate on double standards when it comes to liking pictures on Instagram (25:10) as well as handling ‘the break’ in relationships (46:10). Tyla responds to the controversy surrounding her use of the term ‘coloured’ (1:18:10), Rob Schneider criticizes Will Smith in recent interview (1:26:05), and Neil deGrasse Tyson responds to Terrance Howard (1:45:13). Also, heading into the Father’s Day the guys have a parenting convo about enabling kids (1:53:50), Ish shares his experience at the Chris Brown concert (2:19:00), Joey Chestnut & Kobayashi have an upcoming Netflix special ‘Unfinished Beef’ (2:41:47), 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 | Jodeci - “Every Moment” Parks | Jack Freeman & Jagged Edge - “U N D R E S S (Remix)” Ish | ESTA. (feat. Arin Ray) - “controllin” Emanny | Ne-Yo - “2 Million Secrets”
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