The Joe Budden Podcast

The JBP kicks off this episode discussing QueenzFlip’s appearance with WWE over the weekend (25:00) before turning to music, starting with Lil Uzi Vert’s ‘Pink Tape’ reaching No. 1 on Billboard, ending the 2023 drought for Hip-Hop (34:35). Travis Scott announces Utopia Performance at Egyptian Pyramids ahead of his new album set to release this summer (43:50), Post Malone is dropping at the end of the month (55:15), and Le'Veon Bell says he paid for verses from Moneybagg Yo and Stunna 4 Vegas but didn’t like them (1:04:50). Also, the JBP investigates the recent Michael Rubin party (1:23:10), Mel discusses a homage to video vixens party she attended (1:37:18), Jonah Hill’s ex shares screenshots of conversations as she accuses him of being emotionally abusive (1:49:18), more videos from Usher concerts (3:05:00), + MORE!   Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Ambré - “PT. II (DR

The JBP returns to the airwaves as they start things off with Keke Palmer being called out publicly by her boyfriend after viral videos of her at an Usher show hit social media (23:50). Birdman presses Druski on Instagram live for his spoof record label (1:17:46), Drake responds to Childish Gambino while on tour (1:42:55), and Meta launches their Twitter competitor app ‘Threads’ which has led to mixed reactions (1:55:35). Also, does anyone on the pod have a fake social media page (2:17:45), the world saw the hottest day ever recorded (2:27:19), + MORE!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Keyshia Cole - “Forever Is A Thing” Ice | Melli - “Wyldin” Parks | Grip - “Bare” Ish | PHABO (feat. Ambré) - “NYL” Melyssa | Esthero - “My Torture”

The JBP begins this episode discussing their weekend as the focus turns to Melyssa who shares how her most recent dating experience went (20:06). Adam22 addresses the news surrounding him and his wife in a series of tweets (46:08), first-week sales projections on Lil Uzi’s new album are in (1:07:15), & the gang talks about new documentaries including ‘American Gladiators’ (1:10:55). Also, Joe has a question for the guys in the room for when your significant other attends parties (1:27:30), NBA free agency is underway (1:55:32) while ESPN has let go of more sports personalities (2:04:33), can you remain friends with someone who doesn’t jump in to help in a fight (2:10:25), + MORE!  Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Kenyon Dixon  - “Lucky” Ice | Marcus Ariah (feat. TheARTI$t & ONLYBISI) - “Read Your Mind” Parks | Teflon (feat. DJ Premier & Benny the Butcher) - “Hostile Takeover” Ish | Jordan Hawkins (feat. DUCKWRTH) - “Can’t Fake What You Feel” Melyssa | MMYYKK - “Better (For the Love)”

The Bionic Six is back in full force as the gang starts with assessing the viral video of two strippers being robbed in LA following BET awards weekend (23:25). The JBP then discusses new music including Lil Uzi’s album (31:15), Drake released a book (38:42), & where they currently sit with the Jim Jones & Pusha T beef (44:05). Billboard released the top-20 rap groups of all-time (50:25), NYPD reportedly has evidence to arrest Jonathan Majors accuser (1:09:30), and Adam22’s wife returns to work for the first time since their marriage (1:20:43). Also, ESPN announces a series of layoffs (2:16:30), Pat Sajack to be replaced by Ryan Seacret on Wheel of Fortune (2:25:15), who is the best matchup in a Verzuz for Avant (2:51:15), + MORE!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Avant - “Makin’ Good Love” Ice | 42 Dugg - “One Time” Parks | Jay Rock & Kal Banx - “Eastside” I

The JBP starts this episode recapping their trip to see Bill Burr over the weekend (15:33) before sharing their thoughts on the 2023 BET Awards in LA (23:00). An argument between JT & Uzi took place in which she threw her phone at him (29:30), Patti LaBelle forgets the words during her Tina Turner tribute (44:48), Offset & Quavo perform honoring Takeoff (49:46), and Busta Rhymes receives the Lifetime Achievement Award (53:00). Also, Cardi B allegedly gets her cheat back (1:19:22), a concerning video of Kodak Black hits the internet (2:00:27), Ice Cube goes on a rant about the NBA and gatekeepers (2:22:35), Part of the Show returns (2:33:08), + MORE!    Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Glenn Jones - “I’ve Been Searchin’ (Nobody Like You)” Ice | Doe Boy - “RHUDE BOY” Parks | Killer Mike (feat. Jagged Edge) - “SLUMMER” Ish | Genia - “The One” QueenzFlip | Jim Jones

The JBP kicks things off by discussing their weekend plans before turning to new music which begins with the Young Thug project ‘Business Is Business’ (21:34). Pusha T responds to Jim Jones in a newly released Clipse record (33:38), the latest news on the OceanGate submersible (56:05), and Taxstone receives 35 years from the Irving Plaza shooting (1:28:00). Also, rumors have it Papoose and Eazy The Block Captain got into a physical altercation (1:56:22), NBA Draft and recent trades (2:30:39), Flip has a question for the room (2:45:33), + MORE!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Hrs & Hrs (Remix) (feat. Usher) - Muni Long Ice | Young Dom - “Master P” Parks | 7xvethegenius & DJ Green Lantern - “The Feel” Ish | TA Thomas - “June 15th” QueenzFlip | Stack Bundles - “Some Say Its Crazy”

The Bionic Six is back in full force as the gang starts by recapping their Father’s Day (11:15) before turning to Rico Love (24:10) and Russell Simmons (28:35) being outed by their ex’s over the holiday weekend. Ice addresses the JBP’s takes on the YK Osiris news from the last pod (1:03:17), a submarine slated to view the Titanic wreckage has gone missing (1:06:46), and Michael Jordan has sold his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets (1:16:30). Also, an ex-Starbucks manager was awarded $25.6 million in a lawsuit over her firing (1:25:43), Ice talks about his vacation (1:53:20), Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin returns (1:58:50), Part of the Show (2:42:22), + MORE!    Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | PHABO (feat. Arin Ray) - “Stay” Ice | Arsonal da Rebel (feat. Symba) - “Slow Down” Parks | The Legendary Traxster & IAMGAWD  - “The Master and the Student” Ish | Gen Ne

The JBP kicks off this episode discussing new music that was released, including Gunna’s ‘a Gift & a Curse’ (26:27) and Killer Mike’s project ‘MICHAEL’ (37:00). YK Osiris is accused of sexual assault after a run-in with Sukihana as videos surfaced on social media (50:38), the gang reacts to Meek Mill’s tweets (1:01:18), and Ja Morant has officially received a 25-game suspension from the NBA (1:21:43). Also, the latest on the YNW Melly trial (1:38:07), Killer Mike joins the podcast (1:50:33) to discuss his new album (1:59:55), his upbringing in Atlanta (2:19:55), + MORE!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Maeta - “F**k Your Friend” Parks | femdot. | “2003” Ish | Kiana Ledé (feat. Bryson Tiller) - “Gone” Melyssa | Doja Cat | “Attention”

The JBP kicks off this episode discussing the news around ‘Home Depot Girl’ going viral (25:55) and Moriah Mills continues to tweet about Zion Williamson (41:28). The gang then moves onto congratulating the Denver Nuggets winning the NBA Championship over the Miami Heat in five games (1:26:13), Paul Pierce’s livestream antics (1:41:43), and Anita Baker cuts Babyface from her tour (1:50:57). Also, fans are requesting a refund on Gunplay’s GoFundMe (2:12:05), Billboard has yet to have a hip-hop album at number one in 2023 (2:37:42), + MORE!   Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Amaria (feat. Amber Navran) - “Lying To You” Ice | Finesse2Tymes (feat. Gucci Mane) - “Nobody” Parks | Statik Selektah (feat. Stove God Cooks, Symba, & Nina Sky) - “Can’t Stop” Ish | Isaia Huron - “Smoke” Melyssa | Monaleo - “Beating Down Yo Block” Flip | Meech & Terry - “O Wave & Yellow Zo

The JBP is back after a wild week of news which starts with some drama surrounding Pelicans forward Zion Williamson after a pregnancy announcement. Dating rumors swirl between Kelis & Bill Murray (1:03:01), Travis Rudolph’s case reaches a verdict as the former NFL player is found not guilty (1:16:40), & B. Simone is facing backlash for promoting her close friends during a time of grief (1:27:15). Also, Azealia Banks attacks DC Young Fly with disgusting comments (1:36:50), the gang talks new music (1:47:08), Amber Rose & Joseline Hernandez fight (2:37:55), + MORE!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Honey Bxby - “Touchin’” Ice | Don Trip - “No Warning Shot” Parks | Shawn Smith - “Black Don’t Crack” Ish | Marie Dalhstrom (feat. Kofi Stone) - “Make It Up To You” Melyssa | KAYTRANADA (feat. Charlotte Day Wilson) - “What You Need” Flip | Nu Look - “Pa Anmede’m”

The JBP kicks things off with a recap of their weekend which included Ice attending Roots Picnic (12:54) and Joe on a golf outing (18:43) followed by his trip to Summer Jam on Sunday (23:47). Is there still any beef between Drake & Kendrick Lamar? (44:18), Young Thug’s brother gets hit with 9 years for violating his probation (55:33), a pair of social media influencers were arrested after being caught with over 200 lbs of cocaine (1:24:20), & Apple’s WWDC event revealed the ‘Vision Pro’ which leads to debate among the room on its impact moving forward (1:31:38). Also, Rick Ross’s car show takes place (2:01:45), Gunplay hits DJ Envy with a cease & desist (2:12:00), + MORE!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | NO1-NOAH (feat. Summer Walker) - Bonjour Ice | Mozzy - “10 Percent” Parks | Jay Worthy, Roc Marciano, & Bun B - “Underground Legends” Ish | Ethel - “And

The JBP kicks off this episode discussing new music including Gunna’s new single (32:30), Cardi B & Latto’s record ‘Put It On Da Floor Again’ (44:25), and Diddy is accused of stealing his recent record ‘Act Bad’ (54:20). Joe brings a trivia game for the pod to play (1:18:55) and the gang sends their thoughts and prayers to D.C. Young Fly & the family of Jacky Oh (1:56:28). Also, the JBP responds to the media’s coverage of Jamie Foxx (2:10:47), Shannon Sharpe agrees to buyout with FS1 (2:23:13), Part of the Show returns (2:30:39), + MORE!    Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Queen Naija - “Words of Affirmation” Ice | Icewear Vezzo - “Back On The Road” Parks | Saba & No ID - “hue_man nature” Ish | Fridayy & Chris Brown - “Don’t Give It Away”  Melyssa | Tame Impala - “Posthumous Forgiveness”

The Bionic Six returns following the Memorial Day weekend as they begin by discussing the news of alleged real estate scamming surrounding DJ Envy and his business partner (21:30). Meek Mill goes on a Twitter rant and calls DJ Drama (52:00), former football player Travis Rudolph’s murder trial is underway (1:14:56), and **SPOILER ALERT** unpacking Succession’s series finale (1:21:05). Also, the gang reacts to Miami beating Boston in game 7 (1:33:27), Melyssa shares a story from her weekend at the Rockefeller Center (2:04:10), Part of the Show returns (2:21:08), + MORE!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Devon Gilfillian - “Right Kind Of Crazy” Ice | Pusha T (feat. Kanye West) - “Dreamin Of The Past” Parks | Crown & The J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League - “Stick Around”  Ish | Kevin Ross - “Don’t Pretend” Melyssa | Arlo Parks - “Devotion”

A slew of topics in this episode as the JBP kicks things off discussing Memorial Day plans for the weekend (19:26) before sharing their sentiments on the passing of Tina Turner (25:28). The gang dives into new music including Lil Durks album ‘Almost Healed’ (31:18), GloRilla’s ‘Lick or Sum’ (43:23), & Diddy’s ‘Act Bad’ featuring City Girls & Fabolous (47:54). Ja Morant recently posted a cryptic message on Instagram which led to a wellness check (1:00:24), *SPOILER ALERT* a conversation on the TV show ‘Love & Death’ (1:04:09), Ari Lennox apologizes for prior comments on Oprah & Gayle King (1:20:00), Elon Musk’s brain chip company ‘Neuralink’ has approval from the FDA (1:49:18), Part of the Show (2:22:08), + MORE! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Emanny - “Belongs To You”  Ice | Ea5tward - “Not Verified” Parks | Belly - “New Money, Old Devils” Melyssa | ODE

The JBP starts this episode by sharing stories from their weekend (9:20) before addressing the beef between Rick Ross & DJ Envy (30:40). Lil Durk accuses Gunna of being a rat in an interview with DJ Akademiks (52:36), Ish spouts off about the Lakers after they were swept by the Nuggets (1:04:15), and Janelle Monáe graces the cover of Rolling Stone magazine (1:15:18). The gang also talks about the value in narratives (1:30:24), Devin Haney’s fight against Vasiliy Lomachenko (1:59:00), **SPOILER ALERT** Succession’s most recent episode (2:15:34), + MORE!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Sevyn Streeter - “It’s a Man’s World” Ice | 3SideSayge - “Demons” Parks | Ransom - “Freedom”  Ish | Genia - “False Prophet” Melyssa | The Hics - “Caught In A Lie” QueenzFlip | Ding Dong - “Krazy Krazy”

The JBP kicks things off with all the new music released including Summer Walker’s EP (11:15), H.E.R.’s new single (31:52), and Post Malone’s album announcement (36:47). The Bionic Six also discusses RapCaviar’s top-50 Hip-Hop beats of all-time list (49:13), Timbaland is making moves with A.I. software (54:41), and Ja Morant issues an apology (1:05:55). Also, there are rumors of a T.I. & Rick Ross Verzuz (1:25:52), Montana’s Governor signs a bill to ban TikTok (1:44:45), Part of the Show returns (2:01:44), + MORE! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Grace Sorensen (feat. Magna Carda) - “Digits” Ice | Cash Sinatra - “Activision”  Parks | KAYTRAMINÉ, Aminé & Kaytranada - “Westside” Ish | Maeta (feat. Free Nationals) - “Through The Night” Melyssa | Play Nice, Insightful, Tay Iwar, Naji, Bowtye, Zilo, J.Robb, & Benny Abel  - “Pick Up Your Phone”  QueenzFlip | Chinx (f

 The JBP starts this episode by recapping their Mother’s Day (14:30) before turning their attention to Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant, who was caught flashing a gun on Instagram for the second time in a couple of months (21:20). The gang then discusses the Knicks & Sixers being eliminated from the NBA playoffs (41:30), Jonathan Majors is reportedly dating Meagan Good (55:18), and the latest news in music (1:15:20). Also, Lil Wayne ends his LA show prematurely after low crowd energy (1:21:55), the latest on Jamie Foxx’s health and the irresponsible media coverage (1:48:10), Part of the Show (2:00:18), + MORE!    Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Kenya Vaun - “Summer” Ice | Tyla (feat. Ayra Starr) - “Girl Next Door” Parks | Jay Worthy , DJ Muggs, & MC Eiht - “A-Wax & O-Dog” Ish | Lekan - “Familiar” Melyssa | Santino Le Saint - “Maria Don’t Call Me” QueenzFlip

The JBP starts this episode by discussing music, including Lil Durk’s new single featuring J. Cole (22:40), Anita Baker’s criticism for cutting Babyface’s set (36:30), & Janelle Monae’s ‘Lipstick Lover’ (51:30). Scammers made some money selling AI-generated Frank Ocean songs (59:20), the gang talks Mother’s Day plans (1:12:23), and Brian McKnight responds to the criticism he’s been receiving (1:20:03). Also, the Bionic Six shares their thoughts on Praz allegedly suing 50 Cent & Kyrie Irving for defamation (1:36:20), Pierre ‘P’ Thomas responds to snitching allegations (1:38:45), Beyoncé’s "Renaissance" World Tour could bring in over $2 billion (2:10:22), + MORE!    Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Mario (feat. Sabrina Claudio) - “Like Her Too (Remix)” Ice | Albee Al - “I’M FROM MARION (Part 2)” Parks | 2Pac - “F**k the World” Ish | Asiahn & ELHAE - “What She W

The JBP kicks off this episode with the reports of an altercation between Chris Brown & Usher over the weekend before the ‘Lovers & Friends’ Festival in Vegas (18:40). The long-awaited Verzuz between Puff & Jermaine Dupri is slated for Madison Square Garden in September (52:24), NBA YoungBoy goes on a Twitter rant dissing Akademiks & Lil Durk ahead of their album releases this Friday (1:04:30), & the gang reacts to the latest news on Freddie Gibbs (1:15:33). Also, Jonathan Majors gets hit with another charge (1:32:55) while Tory Lanez requests a new trial (1:38:50), MGK disses Jack Harlow in recent freestyle (1:50:50), NBA Playoffs (2:00:08), + MORE!    Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Joyia - “Pink Skies” Ice | Lloyd Banks - “Daddy’s Little Girl” Parks | Belly - “Ambiance” Ish | PHABO - “Casamigos” Melyssa | Mikhala Jené - “Human Nature” QueenzFlip |

The Bionic Six returns as the gang starts by discussing Melyssa & QueenzFlip’s sensitivity training (13:20) before turning their attention to Ed Sheeran winning the copyright case against him (29:56). Album bundles are returning as Billboard introduces ‘Fan Packs’ (43:21), 50 Cent announces The Final Lap Tour celebrating Get Rich or Die Tryin’ 20 years later (58:50), and Mike Budenholzer has been fired by the Bucks just two years after winning a championship (1:12:00). The JBP also shares their thoughts on the death of Jordan Neely (1:24:55), the latest news on the writers strike (1:42:11), Part of the Show (2:41:49), + MORE!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | DaniLeigh - “Tasty” Ice | Conway the Machine (feat. Fabolous & Benny the Butcher) - “Brooklyn Chop House” Parks | RJ Payne - “Venom” Ish | Jidenna - “MiSS BEHAVE” Melyssa | RITUAL - “Cinnamon” QueenzFlip | C