The Joe Budden Podcast

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

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 |

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”

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! Joi

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, &am

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

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

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 - “

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 | Mac Miller - “Funny Pa

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

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 Pia

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”

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 - “P

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.

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, & Benn

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.

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 (f

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 -

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, Sug

In the latest episode of the JBP, the room starts with their reactions to the internet drama and leaked messages surrounding Papoose & Remy Ma (25:40) before saluting TDE for their 11th annual Christmas toy drive & concert (56:40). In new music, Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg release their 16-track album ‘Missionary’ (1:04:32), QueenzFlip shares why he thinks there is an attack on Hip-Hop (1:17:53), and Netflix announces Mariah Carey will kick off the NFL game on Christmas Day (1:51:00. Also, what’s wrong with the NBA (1:54:20), the aftermath of Luigi Mangione’s arrest (1:59:25), making wome say things in the bedroom (2:20:15), 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:   Ice | Kevin Gates - “KISS THE RING” Parks | Fat Joe (feat. Tuggawar) - “Bad Man” Ish | Amaria - “Finer Things” Melyssa | Mellina Tey - “Obsession” Emanny | Isaiah Falls & Sasha Keable - “NIGHT O