The Joe Budden Podcast

The JBP kicks off this episode with a recap of the 2023 Met Gala (10:30) before discussing Cher’s split with Alexander Edwards (30:51). Lil Durk claims he’s been blackballed (38:34), Ed Sheeran is currently on trial in a copyright-infringement case over Marvin Gaye’s ‘Let’s Get It On’ (46:42), & the ‘Godfather of A.I.’ sends a warning on his way out after leaving Google (1:10:01). Also, NBA Playoff talk continues (1:17:47) and Memphis declines to bring back Dillon Brooks (1:30:40), Brian McKnight has been criticized over recent Instagram posts (1:37:25), the gang reacts to Eboni K. Williams saying she’d never date a bus driver (1:57:45), + 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 | Tamar Braxton - “Changed”  Ice | Don Trip - “The Messenger” Parks | Flee Lord & Crisis - “Let Me Get Mines” Ish | Amaria (feat. Amber Navran) - “Lying To You” Melyssa | Radiant Children -

The JBP kicks off this weekend’s episode by sending their condolences to Jerry Springer who passed away after a battle with pancreatic cancer (26:28). The gang then covers the music that released on Friday including Jack Harlow’s new album (34:02) & a new Miguel record (44:52). Facebook drops all original programming including ‘Red Table Talk’ (57:36), the NBA Playoffs are in full swing (1:11:34), and Troy & Rashad from ‘Earn Your Leisure’ join the show (1:40:31). Also, Lamar Jackson re-ups with the Ravens (2:24:40), Young Thug shows support to Gunna on Instagram (2:44:23), + 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 | Omarion - “Serious” Ice | Rowdy Rebel & Fetty Luciano (feat. Fivio Foreign & Rah Swish) - “No Pressure” Parks | Markas & BrixxisKING - “Shyne” Ish | Leon Thomas - “Crash & Burn” Melyssa | ODIE - “North Face” QueenzFlip | Eddie F & M

Joe returns from his Las Vegas trip as he shares details from his time in Sin City (11:25) and provides his thoughts on the Usher’s residency show (21:15). The JBP dives into the Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis & Ryan Garcia fight (59:45) as well as the Don Lemon & Tucker Carlson departures (1:16:10), and Joe sends some love to his peers (1:39:00). Also, the gang looks to Ish to apologize for his Knicks/Cavs prediction (2:02:47), Joe gives his Snowfall take (2:18:25), Rapper Pras admits he was an FBI Informant (2:36:20), + 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 - “Secrets” Ice | Red Cafe, Fabolous, Capella Grey - “Don’t Vibe and Tell” Parks | Domo Genesis & The Alchemist (feat. Smoke DZA) - “Power Ballad” Ish | Sidibe - “Diamond in the Desert” Melyssa | Madison Ryann Ward & Ty Brasel - “Unknown” QueenzFlip | Major Galore - “Sip This Tee”

The gang records their first episode without Joe as they begin with the latest news on Jonathan Majors as additional abuse allegations come to light (12:47) and Tiffany Haddish attempts to defend him (25:57). Desiigner seeks mental health treatment after exposing himself on an airplane (36:55), Frank Ocean pulls out of weekend 2 of Coachella due to an injury (1:00:33), and *SPOILER ALERT* Snowfall series finale recap (1:05:00). Also, the JBP gives their thoughts on the Chance the Rapper dancing video (1:29:01), Eagles QB Jalen Hurts pens a love letter to black women (1:40:06), + 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: Ice | Lloyd Banks - “Cliffhanger” Melyssa | SamTRax (feat. Amber Oliver) - “You Are” Parks | Your Old Droog & Madlib - “Pronouns” Ish | Yung Bleu & Chris Brown - “Distant Lover”

The JBP starts this episode by recapping Coachella (26:45) and giving their thoughts on Frank Ocean’s performance and what went wrong with the set (30:26). Ice recaps the Lil Wayne concert he attended (55:55), Jonathan Majors PR & management teams have severed ties (1:11:25), and the gang has some updates on the YSL RICO case (1:29:54). Also, an A.I. version of a Drake & Weeknd song was leaked (1:42:46), Part of the Show (1:57:05), the NBA playoffs (2:16:22), + 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 | Dende - “Block Me” Ice | Mozzy - “FREE ALL THE LIFERS” Parks | Agony Aka Southside Tone - “Ricks Story” Ish | Maeta - “S(EX) [Sped Up]” Melyssa | Satin Jackets & Panama - “Back to Me” QueenzFlip | Stack Bundles - “Drunk or High”   

The JBP returns as they begin with their thoughts on the latest episode of Snowfall leading into the series finale next week (25:57). An arrest has been made in the killing of Cash App’s founder Bob Lee (38:31), Universal Music has asked streaming services to block A.I. companies from accessing their songs (48:45), and the gang takes a look at the positives and negatives from A.I. in the music space and beyond (1:02:20). Also, Cam’ron has been hit with a copyright lawsuit over the use of a photo of himself (1:48:00), Ice talks about the new Netflix show ‘Beef’ & Ish shares his thoughts about ‘Night Agent’ (2:17:45), + 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 | Rackboy Cam - “Mind on the Money (Oh Yea)” Parks | El Michels Affair & Black Thought - “The Weather” Ish | Ye Ali - “Vision Board” Melyssa | Victoria Monét (feat. Lucky Daye) - “S

The JBP begins this week's episode recapping their plans from the weekend before turning their attention to the Dalai Lama video that was released (24:18). Daniel Caesar issues an apology for his controversial comments in 2019 (36:30), Jim Jones says Pusha T is not a top-50 rapper (52:45), and **SPOILER ALERT** an update on the most recent episodes of Snowfall (1:16:28) & Succession (1:21:05). Also, Joe is kind enough to give more podcast advice to anyone who may need it (1:50:24), the Freaknik Documentary is coming to Hulu (2:00:48), + 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 | SZA - “Low” Ice | REASON - “At It Again”  Parks | Juicy J - “Demon of Addiction” Ish | Jamilah Barry & P2J - “If the Love Goes - A COLORS SHOW” Melyssa | Mikhala Jene (feat. Ro James) - “Mad Bitches” QueenzFlip | BDavighn - “Check’d Out”    

The JBP begins this weekend’s podcast sending their condolences to Bob Lee, the founder of Cash App, who was killed earlier this week & share their thoughts of the timing of the FedNow announcement just a day later (16:24). The gang then discusses new music including Drake's ‘Search & Rescue’ (41:15) & Rae Sremmurd’s project ‘Sremm 4 Life’ (47:47). Also, reactions to the report that Spotify has millions of songs without a single play (1:02:30), Joe & QueenzFlip respond to the hate they’ve been receiving (1:15:30), Chlöe Bailey’s album sold just 10k units first week (1:36:25), + 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 | Alex Vaughn (feat. Summer Walker) - “So Be It (Remix)” Ice | Don Trip & Starlito - “Gift & a Curse” Parks | Curren$y & Jermaine Dupri (feat. T.I.) - “Never Fall Off” Melyssa | Kiana Ledé (feat. Ella Mai) - “Jealous” QueenzFlip | Ll

This week on the JBP, the Bionic Six discusses the recently released list from Complex that named Joe number one on their Hip-Hop Media Power Rankings (1:52). The gang recaps the NCAA Women’s Basketball Final Four & Championship games (23:32) which were overshadowed by the storylines surrounding LSU’s Angel Reese (29:27), as well as Dave Portnoy’s comments about the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player (40:17). Plenty of other events from the weekend included Wrestlemania (53:19), Dreamville Festival (1:01:10), & HOT 97 announced the Summer Jam lineup with Cardi B as its headliner (1:13:36). Also, the JBP talks about tip-flation (1:21:17), Donald Trump’s indictment (1:26:30), new music (1:31:25), + 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: Group Sleeper A: Chlöe | “Feel Me Cry” Group Sleeper B: City Fidelia (feat. YNR Davinci) | “Can’t Sleep”

The JBP starts this episode with the latest news on Jonathan Majors whose lawyer released text messages that show the woman taking blame for the fight (16:30). Arrests have been made in the Tekashi 69 assault (28:46), Ish discusses China ditching the US dollar (53:22), and plenty of new music dropped this weekend (1:05:01). Also, the gang discusses the state of TikTok & Instagram (1:35:12), Part of the Show returns (1:44:23), + 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 | Kenyon Dixon (feat. Kincy) - “Slow Dancing” Ice | Royce da 5’9” (feat. Redman) - “Royce & Reggie”  Parks | 38 Spesh - “Crowned King” Ish | THEY. - “Riptide” Melyssa | Jenevieve - “Love Quotes” Flip | Ty Trilly - “Voice of the Pain”

The JBP kicks off this week’s episode with news of Jonathan Majors facing assault and harassment charges after being arrested over the weekend (16:10). Lamar Jackson has made a statement that he requested a trade from Baltimore earlier this month (47:55), a couple breaks up over a Chris Brown lap dance at one of his shows (1:01:10), and Soulja Boy reacts to questions about whether people would rather have dinner with him or $250 in food stamps (1:34:30). Also, DJ Drama joins the show ahead of two album releases this Friday (1:39:04) + 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: Group Selection: Tyler, the Creator & DJ Drama - “Dog Tooth”

The JBP kicks things off this week by diving into new music, beginning with 6lack's new album (15:12). Next, the collective discusses a couple of controversial headlines, including Tekashi 69 being attacked (22:50) and Troy Ave's diss to Taxstone after their case concluded (47:25). Joe and the crew then examine Logic's latest display to prove his "blackness" (1:03:20), 50 Cent vs. Lil Wayne in a Verzuz (1:11:25), and Joe finally purchases Usher tickets (1:22:45). (SPOILER ALERTS AHEAD) Finally, they discuss 'Snowfall' (1:40:30) and the series finale of 'Your Honor' (1:48:15) and Joe's displeasure with Master P producing a 'No Limit' series (1:59:20).   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 | Victoria Monét - Smoke (feat. Lucky Daye) Ice | Lavish - We Make Sense Parks | Hitboy & Nas - The Tide Ish | Destin Conrad - SWITCH Melyssa Ford | Portishead - All Mine QueenzFlip | Kaleid

The JBP begins this episode discussing Spring Break in Miami (14:22) as well as the current beef between Bad Bunny & Devin Booker (19:48). Rudolph Isley is suing his brother Ron over the rights to ‘The Isley Brothers’ trademark (29:20), Larsa Pippen & Donald Trump find themselves in the news again (47:09), and Joe gives his recap of the Hulu documentary on Jared from Subway. **SPOILER ALERT** A busy week in TV land as the gang discusses Amazon Prime’s new show ‘Swarm’ as well as other finales like ‘Your Honor’ (1:05:30). Also, the guys talk about their current health (1:26:38), Part of the Show (2:03:00), + MORE! Sleeper Picks: Joe | Mac Ayres - “If You’re Feeling Lost” Ice | Money Man (feat. Babyface Ray) - “Drums” Parks | Jay Royale (feat. Styles P & DJ Crypt) - “End Game” Ish | Alex Vaughn (feat. Ari Lennox) - “Demon Time (Remix)” Melyssa | Kilo Kish - “Elegance”

The Bionic Six is back in full swing as the gang begins this episode with new music including T-Pain’s cover album (12:15). The JBP then addresses the recent Adam22 allegations and multiple No Jumper firings (52:43), Ja Morant sits down with Jalen Rose for an interview (1:11:34), and Ciara’s dress at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party creates debate (1:18:02). Also, Blac Chyna gets her fillers removed (1:36:34), Part of the Show (1:54:00), + 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 | ELHAE - “Secrets” Ice | Rucci & Bankroll Got It - “Can’t Trust It” Parks | GREA8GAWD (feat. Hell Rell) - “Entitled) Ish | Saint Harison - “TMF” Melyssa | Monsune - “Cloud” Flip | Ariaa - “Brown Skin”

The JBP returns after taking the weekend off as the gang starts by discussing The Oscars, which took place on Sunday (12:34). Troy Ave testifies on the fatal shooting at Irving Plaza in 2016 (35:00), Logic responds to recent backlash over his Ice Cube cover (58:27), and *Spoiler Alert* Joe and the gang recap BMF’s latest episode which leads to a topic about cheating (1:16:30). Also, Silicon Valley Bank collapses (1:41:11), the two brothers who helped attack Jussie Smollett break their silence (2:01:11), pictures of Ja Morant at a strip club release (2:29:27), + 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 | Cleo Sol - “Sweet Blue” Ice | Arsonal da Rebel (feat. FL3A)  - “Oppaversary”  Parks | Radamiz, Wiki, & Dom McLennon - “Big Pharma” Ish | JAHKOY - “Bitter” Flip | Honey Bxby - “Trouble”  

The JBP kicks off this episode with their reactions to Logic doing a cover of Ice Cube’s “It Was A Good Day” (7:38) before moving on to their review on Chris Rock’s Netflix Live Special ‘Selective Outrage’ from Saturday (25:04). Grizzlies guard Ja Morant flashed a gun on Instagram live and could be facing a lengthy suspension from the NBA (59:35), Melle Mel shares his thoughts on the greatest rappers of all-time list (1:37:36), Lil Wayne also chimes in on the debate and where he stands (1:41:16), Part of the Show returns (2:16:45), + 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 | Lucky Daye - “Careful” Ice | Slim Thug - “Sexy Lady” Parks | Dreamville, Lute, Cozz, REASON, & Arin Ray - “Burn Bridges” Flip | Melii - “14 Daze” Melyssa | Saint Harison & Tiana Major9 - “homies”

The JBP returns as they open up the show with praise for De La Soul whose full discography has finally hit streaming services (8:23). Joe then addresses his Michael B. Jordan comments from earlier this week and gives his review of Creed III (23:03), Ja Morant’s off the court allegations continue to swirl (41:12), & Alex Murdaugh has been sentenced to life in prison (52:13). The gang also discusses the use of dating sites (1:03:50), new music from J. Cole, Nicki Minaj, & 6LACK (1:28:30), Part of the Show (2:25:00), + 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 | Victor Oladipo - “Forward” Ice | Bairi - “Way Too Much” Parks | Che Noir & Big Ghost LTD (feat. Ransom & 38 Spesh) - “Bad Apples” Ish | Adi Oasis (feat. Leven Kali) - “Naked” Melyssa | pisceze - “Daddy” Flip | NORAPMONEYOX - “Me and the Money”

Topic-heavy episode for the JBP as the gang kicks off this episode discussing recent interviews from both Michael B. Jordan at Creed III’s premiere event (12:55) and Maino’s run-in with YouTuber Buba100x (35:55). J-Cole, Drake, & Usher headline Dreamville Fest (47:35), the JBP recaps all the fights from over the weekend (1:04:49), & Nas sells out Madison Square Garden (1:33:00). Also, Joe shares a story about crashing a cookout (1:41:55) and attending Chrome 23 (1:58:12), Part of the Show returns (2:14:22), + 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 | Jon Vinyl & Kenyon Dixon - “Pressure (Remix)” Ice | Ayilla & DJ Drama - “Kill Us Both”  Parks | Tha God Fahim (feat. Your Old Droog) - “Makin Rounds”  Ish | Genia - “Introducing” Melyssa | Christine and the Queens (feat. DâM-FunK) - “Girlfriend”

The gang talks about the upcoming Oscars as Rihanna is set to perform (20:20) while The Academy also prepares to get a crisis management team in place (22:30). A debate about white vs. black drug tv shows ensues as season 5 of Snowfall is underway (31:23), 6LACK has an album due in March (42:38), and Snoh Aalegra’s recent tweet brings a discussion about the challenges artists still face in music (51:12). Also, Saucy Santana has some comments about hookah (1:33:55), ADIDAS is reportedly re-approaching business with Kanye (1:55:15), Part of the Show (2:02:26), + 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 | Jozzy - “Alone”   Ice | Payroll Giovani (feat. Jeezy) - “Ex Dealer Flow 2”   Parks | Times Change (feat. Mooch) - “Destined”   Ish | Kevin Ross - “Show & Prove”   Melyssa | Ukweli & Xenia Manasseh - “Waiting”   QueenzFlip | Lord Ju - “My Bop”

The JBP kicks off this episode recapping their past few days before diving into their opinions on NBA All-Star Weekend in Utah (16:35). A video of YSL Woody allegedly snitching has been released which leads into a conversation surrounding street culture (50:46). Boosie cancels a potential collab album with T.I. (1:19:38), Jonathan Majors’ recent photoshoot for Ebony Magazine has sparked controversy (1:32:20), the advancement of artificial intelligence (2:15:30), + 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 | Nicole Bus - “Rain” Ice | Yung Bleu - “Games Women Play” Parks | Styles P - “Porsche Lights” Ish | Mario (feat. Ty Dolla $ign) - “Used To Me” Melyssa Ford | Th&o. - “Prosecco” QueenzFlip | MASTERPIECE QUY | "Move On (QuyMIx)"