The Joe Budden Podcast

Joe, Rory, Mal & Parks kick off this episode by paying respect to a few legends: actress, Cicely Tyson, television & radio host, Larry King, and NBA reporter & analyst, Sekou Smith (22:33). Joe discusses Reddit’s impact on GameStop’s stock market frenzy (55:30), Azealia Banks’ newest direct mention (1:30:10), and DJ Akademiks (1:27:23). Waived by the Seattle Seahawks, Chad Wheeler made headlines as he faces charges of felony domestic violence against his girlfriend (1:39:44), and Conway the Machine joins the guys to discuss his album, Griselda, solo moves & more (2:01:28).   Joe | Kenyon Dixon - “Sky’s the Limit” (Intro)   Rory | Lloyd Banks - “Time To Chill”    Mal | Conway The Machine - “Air Holez” (Ft. Westside Gunn)   Parks | Joe Budden - “All In My Head” (Ft. Royce Da 5’9)

The guys jump into this episode by revisiting DaniLeigh’s “Yellow Bone” song and reviewing her apology in addressing colorism (29:20). Joe shares his hot take on One Night in Miami (33:25), Trey Songz gets into a fight with a police officer (40:02), and Ace Hood reveals why he left DJ Khaled’s label in a new Drink Champs interview (43:35). Venture capital firms have approached Clubhouse founders in leading its next round of funding at a $1 billion valuation (53:15). LEGO & Universal announce their new deal in launching a new music video making app for children (1:40:33), and City Girls & DaBaby join BRS Kash on the new “Throat Baby” remix. Finally, after an exciting weekend of playoff madness, the guys share their Super Bowl picks (2:18:00). Sleeper Picks  Joe | Eric Bellinger & Hitmaka - “Only You”   Rory | Oranj Goodman - “LSD.Wav//Scream Out Loud”    Mal | Ye Ali - “Signs” (Ft. Lyfe Harris)    Parks | Bun B & LE$ - “How It Go”

On this episode: The guys recap Ashanti & Keyshia Cole’s Verzuz battle (18:27), while Joe addresses his personal bias towards Keyshia (39:30). They discuss the recent inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris (1:07:41) as well as Conway and Griselda’s alleged beef (1:21:50). DaniLeigh receives backlash after previewing her upcoming song, “Yellow Bone” (1:26:22), and Rory wants to move the podcast to Texas (1:29:30). The guys further review the Tiger Woods documentary, addressing the effects of his upbringing (1:50:11), and Snoh Aalegra receives backlash for covering Usher’s “U Remind Me” (2:04:48).   Sleeper Picks Joe | NBDY - “Used To” (Acoustic)    Rory | Little Brother - “Life of the Party” (Ft. Carlitta Durand & Skillz)    Mal | K. Forest - “Tippin” (Ft. Jaiden)    Parks | Pharoahe Monch & Th1rt3en - “Amnesia”

On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal & Parks prepare for the upcoming Ashanti/Keyshia Cole Verzuz battle and share their final takes (18:20). The guys honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.‘s legacy in light of this past MLK Day (29:01), and Joe finds a problem with Funk Flex’s list of the Top 50 Greatest MC’s (53:18). Entrepreneur and technology investor, Anthony Pompliano, joins the show to breakdown Bitcoin to give the guys a better understanding of the cryptocurrency (1:23:30), and the guys address the recently aired Tiger Woods documentary on HBO MAX (2:34:35). Sleeper Picks Joe | Danileigh - “Situations”    Rory | Gallant - “Comeback.”    Mal | 7xvethegenius - “Break Soul”    Parks | Blicka Don - "Ramsey's Place"

Joe and the guys review the most downloaded apps of 2020 (14:32), and it looks like Joe’s getting into women’s business with the launch of a new show on the Joe Budden Network (17:27). James Harden is headed to the Brooklyn Nets to join KD & Kyrie (37:20). While this affects Joe’s roster, Mal explains why he thinks James Harden should be a 6th man (1:00:17). Joe speaks directly to entitled artists (1:04:05) and addresses Spotify’s stock slipping following analyst doubts over the company’s direction (1:32:20). As for other business dealings, Verzuz and NFL are partnering for this year’s Pro Bowl to showcase players’ position highlights (1:39:45) and Lamar Odom signs a celebrity boxing deal (1:55:20). Finally, Joe breaks down Bitcoin for dummy’s, as it reached it’s all-time high (2:04:03).   Sleeper Picks Joe | SZA - “Good Days”   Rory | James Fauntleroy - “Take Me”   Mal | Mac Ayres - “Jumping Off The Moon”    Parks | Black Rob - “You Know What”

A loaded episode this week as Rory makes his return in-person to the pod and Joe shares his concerns about Rory's arrival (15:35). Also, over the weekend Joe analyzed the U.S. Capitol breach and had a message for the participants (21:38), Mal gets a tarot card reading on the podcast which exposes his love-life (43:00), and a Drake dropbox file with unreleased music is leaked which the guys react to (1:10:20). In addition, the guys discuss how dangerous a new law that was passed which allows lyrics to be used against artist in court (1:57:50) and a new Covid-19 bill that demands the government provides information on any potential UFO's (2:16:40) and more on this loaded episode!   Sleeper Picks Joe | Mac Ayres - “Easy”   Rory | Emotional Oranges - “Bonafide” (Ft. Chiiild)    Mal | Sy Ari Da Kid - “The Last Goat”   Parks | Navy Blue - “Breathe” (Ft. Yasiin Bey)

The first full week of the new year and Joe gives his take on it. He also asks the guys what the first week has taught them (6:27). In addition, everyone reacts to the U.S. Capitol building being breached by Trump supporters and share's their theories on how something like this could happen (26:09). While revisiting a previous conversation, Joe and Rory still believe that Ashanti is avoiding her Verzuz battle with Keyshia Cole (1:05:06). Also, the guys highlight Jazmine Sullivan's new EP "Heaux Tales" (1:20:20), an update on Nicki Minaj vs Tracy Chapman sample dispute (2:15:38) and a discussion on the Black Eyed Peas not being considered a black rap group (2:36:40) and more!   Sleeper Picks Joe | Jazmine Sullivan - “Girl Like Me” (Ft H.E.R.)   Rory | Mac Ayres - “Where U Goin’ Tonight”   Mal | Uncle Murda - “Russian Roulette”    Parks | J Dilla & MF Doom - “Sniper Elite”

Joe ensures the energy for the New Year is at its peak with a reminder that he's not concerned with how people feel in 2021. Shortly after, the guys begin with comparing the annual year-end wrap ups from Uncle Murda and Mad Skillz (17:05) and Joe asks the crew what their expectations are from music in the new is (26:40). They also revisit the tension between Eminem and Snoop Dogg after Eminem responded to Snoop's statements (47:05), the world renowned Dr. Anthony Fauci calls in to discuss Covid-19 (1:25:40), the crew pays respects to MF Doom and his legacy (1:55:50) while also hearing from Julius Randle (2:36:55) and Damian Lillard on this loaded podcast episode! All this and more on the first show in the new year! Sleeper Picks Joe | DJ Tunez - “PAMI” (Ft. Wizkid, Adekunle Gold & Omah Lay) Rory | Tailz - “OMW” Mal | Azealia Banks - “6 Flags” (Ft. Slim Dollars) Parks | MF Doom - "Figaro"

Joe, Mal, and Parks hold it down while Rorys is out and end the year off with showing gratitude while reflecting on the unpredictable year 2020 has been (8:00). Meek Mill had an exchange with a fan on CH (33:10) and Joe share's his thoughts on people confronting him on the app as well. Also, Young Thug had interesting things to say about Jay-Z and Lil Wayne (1:02:00), a debate on if Drake's career is over (1:18:00) and much more on the final episode of 2020!   Your Honor (1:39:00) *Potential Spoiler Alert*   Sleeper Picks Joe | Vory - “This Side” (Ft. Landstrip Chip)  Mal | 38 Spesh - “Under The Table”  Parks | 38 Spesh - “Route 38”

Sleeper Picks On this episode: CashApp proves why it's one of the most forward-thinking companies with its latest deal with Tidal (26:24). Lil Wayne sells 1/3 of Drake and Nicki Minaj's catalogue (57:44), the guys discuss the most sampled songs in Hip Hop (1:17:15) and Joe begs people to stop giving clout chasers attention and more (1:18:55) Joe | O.C. - “Time’s Up”    Rory | Nate Dogg - “I Need A Light” (Ft. Warren G)    Mal | Whodini - “I’m a Ho”   Parks | Kool G Rap - “Fast Life” (Ft. Nas)  

The Verzuz-cast is back! Joe and the guys begin by recapping the celebration between a pair of legends (E-40 and Too $hort) and their favorite moments of the Verzuz (25:45). Joe then accuses Mal and Parks of having biased music takes and only supporting a certain style of hip hop, which leads to a heated debate (55:40) and Rory still doesn't believe DaBaby is a Pop Star during a conversation about revisiting bad takes from 2020 (1:08:49). The crew also shares their expectations for "Coming to America 2" (2:03:47), the return of the NBA (2:36:44) and MORE!   Sleeper Picks Joe | Joe Budden - “I Wanna Know” (Ft. Stacy Barthe) Rory | Lo Boii - “Maybe”  Mal | Kevin Gates - “Weeks”  Parks | Flee Lord - “Wu-Lords” (Ft. Raekwon)

Joe wants to establish that the podcast is NOT an album review podcast (13:20), although the guys do react to Eminem's response to Snoop Dogg on his latest album (16:50). B. Dot's list shook up the internet which leads the guys to give their opinion and a preview to the JBP "year end wrap up" (29:30), the transition of moving on your own from your parents house (55:25), Joe reflects on recording 400 episodes (1:20:30), LaKeith Stanfield moaning for a chance to win $300 (1:35:45) and MORE!   Sleeper Picks Joe | Keyshia Cole - “I Remember” Rory | Drake - “Video Girl”  Mal | Mase - “Niggaz Wanna Act” (Ft. Busta Rhymes) Parks | Lupe Fiasco - “Dumb It Down”

Covid strikes again and affects  the schedule of the Verzuz battle that was set to take place this past weekend (December 12) between Ashanti and Keyshia Cole and Joe gives his theory on why it didn't happen (24:04). Joe also opens the conversation to acknowledge the 10 year anniversary of Diddy's album "Last Train to Paris" (35:18) and the guys congratulate Rowdy Rebel getting released from prison (46:38). Parks has something to celebrate as well with the release of his new album (1:12:17), a discussion on the Kith and Dipset collaboration which lead to a conversation about Kith over-saturating themselves with brand partnerships (1:37:36) and Akademiks gets confronted by Meek Mill and others upon joining the chatty house app (2:21:09) and much more! *Potential Spoiler alert* "Your Honor TV series" - (2:06:46) Sleeper Picks Joe | Blxst - “Got It All” (Ft. Dom Kennedy)  Rory | Unusual Demont - “Amber”  Mal | Digga D - “Daily Duppy” Parks | Parks & Passport Gift - “Home For Christmas” (Ft. Stove God Cooks)

On this episode: A bunch of new music was released but Joe and the guys begin with a review of Kid Cudi's latest project, "Man of the Moon III" (9:49). Also, the guys share their theories on people going to the moon (1:33:13), Lil Wayne facing major charges again (1:40:00), and Bill Simmons trying to start a union within his podcast network (2:18:15)and more!   Sleeper Picks Joe | Keyshia Cole - “Trust” (Ft. Monica)   Keyshia Cole - “Oh-Oh, Yeah Yeah” (Ft. Nas)     Rory | Styles P - “Favorite Drug” (Ft. Rashad)   Mal | Beanie Sigel - “I Can’t Go On This Way” (Ft. Freeway & Young Chris)   Parks | 2pac - “Got My Mind Made Up” (Ft. Dat Nigga Daz, Kurupt, Method Man & Redman)

Joe returns from a fun-filled weekend in Miami and the guys let the jokes fly in regards to him seemingly being irresponsible and being named the "voice of the culture." The guys recap Errol Spence vs Danny Garcia fight (28:08) which leads to the conversation of WHY Floyd Mayweather is fighting YouTube star Logan Paul? (32:26) Also, Meek Mill received some backlash for posting a video of him handing out money (1:02:00), with the recent allegations against Lil Baby they discuss the relationship between men and escorts (1:12:02), Charlamagne tha God re-signs with iHeart (1:53:47)and more!   Sleeper Picks:  Joe | Eric Bellinger - “Weak All Week” and Blackstreet - “Deep” Rory | Joyce Wrice - “So So Sick”  Mal | Elhae - “Fun Fact” (Ft. Rick Ross)  Parks | Che Noir - “Divine Knowledge” 

The day has come, the (Hov)engers give their flowers to Jay-Z on his birthday and reflect on the impact he's had on them personally and within the culture throughout his career (25:19). Mal then shares a message regarding his thoughts on the current state of Hip-Hop (40:31), Teyana Taylor alludes to retiring from music (1:00:46), and early predictions for Ashanti & Keyshia Cole's Verzuz that was announced (1:06:45). In addition, Joe believes HBO has taken the lead in the streaming wars and Netflix should panic (1:22:27) and he thinks he can beat Jake Paul in a fight after watching him knockout Nate Robinson (1:58:46). Sleeper Picks Joe | René & Angela - “Imaginary Players” & Jay Z - “Imaginary Players” Rory | Jay Z - “It’s Like That” (Ft. Kid Capri)  Mal | Jay Z - “I Did It My Way”  Parks | Jay Z - “Blue Magic”

On this episode: Joe and the guys discuss the most anticipated fight of year between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. but somehow Nate Robinson's clash with Jake Paul was the main event (16:44). Joe then mentions a hypothetical Verzuz between two New York legends, Mase and Cam'ron (38:12 & 54:55), a recap of the Soul Train Award winners/performers (1:07:55), and the guys educate themselves on the controversy surrounding Mulatto's name (1:35:40). Joe then asks for predictions from the crew if there was a scenario where Dipset battled G-Unit and/or the LOX in a Verzuz (2:01:38) and more!   Sleeper Picks Joe | N.O.R.E. - “Grimey”  Rory | J Warner - Belong to You Mal | Jae Millz - “High Rollers” (Ft. Anthiny King) Parks | Roc Marciano - “Butterfly Effect”

On this episode: The guys recap their Thanksgiving and share how they celebrated with their families (12:45). They discuss Meg thee Stallion's first week album sales (26:30) and her ex-bestfriend releasing a diss track (30:05). Also, new music from Juicy J, Jim Jones and Bad Bunny (39:53), Joe addresses Kevin Hart's attempt to defend himself on Clubhouse (1:23:18), Young Thug's statement on Andre 3000 which spark a conversation on artists to artist communication (2:01:03), predictions on Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr. (2:13:00), and an update from Benny the Butcher (2:22:10).   Sleeper Picks  Joe | Jim Jones - “Anybody” (Ft. Sandra Conte) Rory | Big Sean - “100” (Ft. Royce Da 5’9 & Kendrick Lamar) Mal | Blxst - “Got It All” (Ft. Dom Kennedy) Parks | LE$ - "Sick"

Although Joe, Rory, Mal and Parks have made it clear they don't believe the Grammy's respect or understand the culture, there are artist that still strive to win the Award (21:58). The guys discuss the nominees, the snubs and the reaction from the music industry (48:00). They also discuss Dave Chappelle's latest special and the importance of his message (1:03:22), Hip-Hop beef's that should end (1:35:17), who can Joe beat in a Verzuz (1:48:40) and an update on HBO's "The Undoing" (potential spoiler alerts) and MORE!   Sleeper Picks  Joe | Protoje - “In Bloom” (Ft. Lila Iké) Rory | Priya Ragu - “Good Love 2.0” Mal | | JR Writer - “This Is Not New” (Ft. Royce Da 5’9) Parks | Rasheed Chappell - “Rock Bottom” (Ft. Ransom)

Joe and the guys get straight to it this episode and recap the most anticipated Verzuz battle between Jeezy and Gucci Mane (13:06). They give their takes on the outcome, their favorite moments of the night, who they believed won and Joe reaches out to an Atlanta correspondent for better understanding of the climate in Atlanta (1:08:05). Also, new music was released (1:33:46), Joe clears his tension with Wale (2:29:35), a review of Kevin Hart's latest comedy special (2:42:41) and much more! Sleeper Picks Joe | SAINt JHN - “Highschool Reunion, Prom” (Ft. Lil Uzi Vert) Rory | T-Pain - “She Said” Mal | SAINt JHN - “Quarantine Wifey” (Ft. JID) Parks | Mobb Deep - “Extortion” (Ft. Method Man)