The Joe Budden Podcast

The JBP starts this week with a recap of Joe's Saturday night after getting into an altercation (31:10) before QueenzFlip & Parks also address their names recently being in the news (55:32). Lloyd Banks is set to release 'Cold Corner 3' for $100 which leads to a discussion on selling music (1:13:20), Dee-1 calls out Rick Ross, Meek Mill, & Jim Jones for their lyrics in Hip-Hop (1:52:19), Lauryn Hill defends her concert tardiness (2:08:45), Part of the Show (2:23:26), + 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 | Jordin Sparks - "Call My Name" Ice | Lloyd Banks - "Clubbin' & Chaos" Parks | Rapsody & Hit-Boy - "Asteroids" Ish | Savannah Cristina - "Prototype" Melyssa Alé Araya | - "treetops"

The JBP kicks off this episode with Joe sharing the backstory of his Wednesday evening due to a recent viral video that hit social media (20:27). In new music, Jeezy drops his double album 'I Might Forgive… But I Don't Forget' (45:33), reactions to Meg Thee Stallion's new single 'Cobra' (51:18), Benny the Butcher & Lil Wayne link up once again for 'Big Dog' (1:24:00), Lucky Daye releases his new record 'That's You' (1:29:44), and The Beatles are back thanks to the support of AI (1:42:33) . Also, Lil Yachty sits down with J. Cole as they address Joe's reaction to 'First Person Shooter' (1:50:50), the room shares their condolences to the fama father and son are killed outside their apartment in Brooklyn (2:13:48), Kim Kardashian shares that her Kanye's daughter prefers Dad's house (2:24:32), Shaq agrees with Ish's take on Bol Bol & Wemby (2:41:20), a lot of people have had enough of Akademiks (2:58:20), + 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 | Majid Jordan - "Tears In Your Eyes" Ice | Jeezy - "Keep the Change" Parks | Jeezy - "Since Pac Died" Ish | Arin Ray & Vanilla is Black - "Cold" Melyssa | Alice Smith - "I Put a Spell On You"

The JBP begins this episode by discussing the reactions to Kai Cenat's seven-day jail stream on Twitch (20:07) and whether they are warranted or not before turning to Kodak Black's recent appearance on Drink Champs (42:40). The room then recaps their weekend (55:34), Akademiks gets in a back-and-forth with Saucy Santana (1:16:30), and Taylor Swift is reportedly set to sell 1.5M on her re-release of '1989' which is causing labels to make some changes (1:39:49). Also, food critic Keith Lee has Atlanta in a frenzy (1:58:27), Part of the Show returns (2:22:01), + 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 | Chxrry22 - "Ride 4 Me" Ice | John Lindahl - "Call Me by My Name" Parks | Alycat (feat. Wednesday Nights) - "Date With Death" Melyssa | Äyanna - "Girlfriend"

The JBP kicks off this episode with a recap of Cesar Pina breaking his silence by going live on Instagram (33:27) before the Bionic Six turns to Dwight Howard addressing the latest news surrounding his sexuality (45:34). With October 31st around the corner, the room discusses Halloween 2023 (1:18:02), Brent Faiyaz drops his new project 'Larger Than Life' (1:31:40), and Tyla performs 'Water' on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon which leads to a conversation on artists crafting music while simultaneously balancing the business (1:45:12). Also, the Milli Vanilli documentary is out on Paramount+ (1:54:03), An update on the Jonathan Majors case after his ex-girlfriend was arrested (2:37:45), Rumors of Jada Pinkett Smith's book flopping (2:43:17), City Girls address their low record sales (2:50:36), Part of the Show (3:02:56), + 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 | Yebba (feat. Sweata) - "Waterfall (I Adore You)" Ice | GloRilla & CMG The Label - "Overstood" Parks | Chill Moody (feat. Maggie & Hiruy Tirfe) - "Horns At the Funeral" Ish | Rema - "Don't Leave"

The JBP returns as Joe starts with a story on his missing luggage (4:58) before turning to Melyssa's question to the guys about who their tribe is (32:15). A source claims Rihanna is returning to music (53:47), City Girls projections for their album 'RAW' are in (59:14), and TGT is getting back together (1:21:24) which leads to recent comments from Tyrese's ex who regrets their divorce (1:26:36). Also, the JBP reacts to Benny the Butcher's comments about Hip-Hop critics (1:55:50), Michael Irvin rats on his son (2:16:30), the room reads the list of places women refuse to go on a first date (2:30:10), Part of the Show (2:55:44), + 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 | Terrace Martin & Alex Isley - "2 Step In The Living Room" Ice | 42 Dugg - "Go Again" Parks | Westside Gunn & Stove God Cooks - "KITCHEN LIGHTS" Ish | Genia - "False Prophet" Melyssa | Amaria (feat. Amber Navran) - "Lying To You"

The JBP kicks off this episode with the latest news surrounding Cesar & DJ Envy and the ​​real estate Ponzi scheme (13:42). Ish discusses reasons as to why iHeart hasn't let go of Envy (32:06), Kim Kardashian reveals reasons why she has hired a male nanny (1:23:55), and new music (1:40:50) including singles from Chris Brown, Wale, and Meek Mill & Rick Ross. Also, Cardi B addresses Offset gifting her properties (2:00:53), Cordae & Naomi Osaka reportedly have split (2:07:00), Alec Baldwin has been recharged for 'Rust' shooting (2:17:35), Part of the Show (2:23:45), + 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 | DESTIN CONRAD - "LUV N DEVOTION" Ice | Jus Smith - "Where U From" Parks | Steel Sessions & Black Soprano Family - "Perfect" Ish | CèJae & Melodicb - "Promises" QueenzFlip | The Hoodies - "Hidden Gems Freestyle"

The Bionic Six returns as they begin this episode with Ish's thoughts on the latest press run clips from Jada Pinkett Smith with Joe adding he's now changed sides (22:55). In music news, the JBP gives props to Offset's album 'Set It Off' (43:54), reactions to Southside & G Herbo's recent interview with Funny Marco (57:00), and Melyssa proposes an alternate option to Carlee Russell as Candace Owens is aiming to get the first exclusive interview (1:20:52). Shannon Sharpe addresses the jokes surrounding his makeup on 'First Take' (1:34:37), Drake ties Michael Jackson for the most No. 1's of all-time after 'First Person Shooter' featuring J. Cole makes it the 13th (1:39:46), and new music from Wale is on the way while Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign are pushing back their project (1:53:55). Also, Joe has a couple of his homegirls pull up to the pod (2:04:32), a Part of the Show question turns into a huge debate (2:12:43), trauma bonding (2:43:00), + 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 | Chxrry22 & Vory - "Never Had This" Ice | Lehla Samia - "You Want It" Parks | Bad Bunny - "GRACIAS POR NADA" Ish | Jordin Sparks - "Call My Name" Melyssa | Tone Stith (feat. Kiana Ledé) - "Be Quiet" Shanty | Ceechynaa - "Last Laugh"

The JBP starts this episode discussing when they found out the previous podcast was Patreon release only (3:03) before turning to Jada Pinkett Smith's recent press run to promote her book (29:53). A quick recap of the BET Hip-Hop Awards (54:35), Caresha wins Best Hip-Hop Platform for the second year in a row (1:00:48), and new music from Bad Bunny, Offset, & Westside Gunn (1:11:08). Also, the JBP discusses the recent social media debates over the Cheesecake Factory video (1:30:45), BET's lack of budget and Ice Spice not appearing for her award (1:48:00), Part of the Show returns (2:08:25), + 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 | Monaleo - "Beating Down Yo Block" Ice | Westside Gunn, Benny the Butcher, & Conway the Machine - "Kostas" Parks | David Bars - "Understood" Melyssa | Lolo Zouaï - "Desert Rose" QueenzFlip | JR Writer, Hell Rell, & 40 Cal - "Presidential"

With the arrival of Drake's 'For All The Dogs,' the JBP dives into the timestamp record '8am in Charlotte' (21:07), reacts to J. Cole's feature on 'First Person Shooter' (42:44), and shares their thoughts on the project as a whole and the state of Hip-Hop (1:02:18). A video of Sexyy Red got leaked on her Instagram (1:30:23), Jason Derulo has been sued for sexual harassment (1:49:26), and U2 performs at the new Sphere venue in Las Vegas (2:06:45). Also, Joe takes a victory lap for his Taylor Swift & NFL take from the last episode (2:22:24), when's the fastest you fell out of love (2:29:54), Part of the Show (2:59:10), + 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 | Ivory Scott (feat. Queen Naija) - "My Mind" Ice | Journee - "Selfish" Parks | Earl Sweatshirt & The Alchemist (feat. Vince Staples) - "Mancala" Ish | Arin Ray - "Wait So Long"

The JBP welcomes back Drea & Lex of the 'Pour Minds' podcast as they begin with discussing the latest on the NFL's infatuation with Taylor Swift and whether it's an actual partnership following the Chiefs/Jets game over the weekend (27:33). Jimmy Butler shows up to Miami Heat's media day with a different look (49:50), Drea and Lex address women being transactional vs. being a freak (55:03), and Joe asks the room how they subscribe to regional grades and how they change after his recent comments about women in different cities (1:07:02). Also, JAY-Z is facing pushback for not freely giving money to family members (1:16:30), Kanye West disses several artists including Cardi B in which he called her an industry plant in leaked footage from a 2018 documentary (1:39:39), The Waffle House workers go on strike (2:07:41), Keefe D & Tupac (2:23:09), + 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 | Justin Timberlake - "Tunnel Vision" Ice | Belly Gang Kushington - "Street Blues" Parks | EARTHGANG & Spillage Village - "Flavors of Karma" Ish | Kenyon Dixon (feat. RL) - "2000s R&B" Melyssa | GoGo Morrow - "Don't Stop"3

The JBP begins this episode discussing new music which included Rick Ross & Meek Mill reconnecting on a new 'SHAQ & KOBE' (21:07), breaking down J. Cole's verse on "The Secret Recipe" with Lil Yachty (27:55), and Ice & Ish attended a listening party for Yo Gotti's CMG project (1:00:35). The room then discusses Brittany Renner sitting down with Shannon Sharpe (1:15:15), Damian Lillard gets dealt to the Milwaukee Bucks (1:42:31), Joe comments on the goofy promotion from ESPN & the NFL with Taylor Swift (1:50:26), and Drake is a number one record away from tying Michael Jackson for most all-time (1:58:52). Also, Joe proposes a question about battle rappers (2:13:48), the JBP does some quick hits briefly touching on some lesser important topics including Britney Spears & Doja Cat (2:18:35), Part of the Show returns (2:22:57), + 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 | Lola Brooke (feat. Bryson Tiller) - "You" Ice | Lil Wayne & Cool & Dre - "To The Bank" Parks | VIC MENSA (feat. Jay Electronica) - "The Weeping Poets" Ish | Benji. & Spillage Village (feat. Will Juergens & Cam Chambers) - "Terms & Conditions" Melyssa | ELIZA - "Heat of the Moon"

The JBP returns with a full docket as they begin with sharing their thoughts on the announcement that Usher will perform at halftime for Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas (24:28). Joe wants to discuss the weird obsession from the media over Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift (48:13), Kerry Washington reveals learning that her dad is not her biological father (1:25:28) which leads the pod to debate about parenting and requesting DNA tests (1:45:45), Beyoncé's 'Renaissance World Tour' continues to be impressive (1:51:17), and Flip has a question for the pod on handling representation when they inflate your rates for extra money (2:02:14). Also, Pitbull & Drag-On are beefing (2:30:10), Flip responds to Tasha K's recent comments about Joe & the Bionic Six (2:34:10), Parks is hype over his Dolphins (2:57:40), + 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 | Adrian Marcel (feat. Wale) - "Waiting" Ice | Tyga, YG, & Lil Wayne - "Brand New" Parks | Nick Grant - "BRAVO" Ish | Jastin Martin - "Ends" Melyssa | Emotional Oranges - "Better Apart"

The JBP begins this episode discussing Drake's lyric from 'Tuscan Leather' a decade ago (12:55) before turning to more details on Jeezy & Jeannie Mai's separation (20:52). Recapping new music, Doja Cat drops her album 'Scarlet' (49:52) and Ice announces the release date for Lil Wayne's 'Tha Fix Before Tha VI' (1:00:22). Jada Pinkett Smith shares an old video of her and Tupac (1:07:09), Nicki Minaj & Cardi B continue to beef (1:17:00), and Chrisean Rock is being criticized for the handling of her baby in public (1:43:22). Also, the latest updates on the WGA strike (2:32:40), Joe reads a few different Part of the Show questions (2:39:17), + 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 leeper Picks: Joe | Diddy & NOVA WAV - "What's Love" Ice | Doja Cat - "Often" Parks | Elcamino & Black Soprano Family (feat. Inspectah Deck) - "Victory" Ish | Destiny Rogers - "Save My Love" Melyssa | Juniper & Sango (feat. Xavier Omär) - "Tell Me"

The JBP kicks off this episode discussing their weekends (11:57) which featured celebrating a number of birthday parties before the room turns their attention to the new music released last week as Ish addresses the Diddy & Cleo Sol projects (27:33). Drake has pushed back the release date for his album 'For All The Dogs' (37:22) while also receiving pushback from Halle Berry for using her photo to promote the 'Slime You Out' single (41:25). HBO has canceled 'Winning Time' after two seasons (59:06), Russell Brand has sexual assault allegations brought against him (1:06:10), and the gang recaps Colorado beating Colorado State (1:26:20). Coach Roy Johnson of Bishop Sycamore joins to talk about the HBO documentary 'BS High' (1:32:42), the ESPN game vs. IMG Academy (1:51:28), mistakes he made and whether he profited (2:20:20), and his future as a coach (2:29:43). Also, Geechi Gotti vs. Eazy The Block Captain took place on Chrome 23 over the weekend (2:50:20), Joe explains the interview process with certain guests after receiving some backlash on X (2:58:52), + 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 | Diddy (feat. Swae Lee) - "Tough Love" Ice | Fabolous - "Ain't Nuthin Ta F*ck Wit" Parks | Little Brother - "Wish Me Well" Ish | Tone Stith - "Lonely" Melyssa | Lola Consuelos - "Divine Timing"

The JBP kicks off this episode with a live reaction to Drake's new song featuring SZA 'Slime You Out' (9:03) before turning to a recap of the MTV VMA's from earlier this week (26:44), and Joe then responds to Cardi B's recent comments about him (52:49). Diving into new music, the Bionic Six shares their thoughts on Nas & Hit-Boy's 'Magic 3' (1:16:33) and Diddy's R&B project 'The Love Album: Off The Grid' (1:26:23). Jonathan Majors is in the news again after a video goes viral of him breaking up a fight (1:50:45), Flip confronts Joe about recent contract talks (2:03:06), Jeezy files for divorce (2:14:00), Melyssa responds to recent comments from Tyler Perry about black women in relationships (2:20:56), Part of the Show (2:53:05), + 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 | Fridayy (feat. Fireboy DML) - "You" Ice | Killer Mike (feat. Young Nudy) - "ACT UP" Parks | Johnny Quest(Jq) (feat. Caption the Great & Mr Golden) - "Marty McFly" Ish | T.I. (feat. Kevin Gates) - "Active" Melyssa | Kevin Ross - "Ain't Mine"

The JBP kicks off this episode with Ice reviewing a recent Gunna concert at Barclays (9:48) before the pod turns to new music slated to drop this Friday (19:00). Joe has been in the headlines for his take on the new Meg Thee Stallion & Cardi B record (28:18), Tink and Hitmaka are publicly going through a break up (33:10), Joe calls Ice to homie court (44:48), and Ashton Kutcher & Mila Kunis release an apology video for writing character letters for Danny Masterson (1:01:20). Also, the JBP recaps week 1 in the NFL (1:32:55), Stephen A. Smith joins the pod to discuss his battle against Skip Bayless and the addition of Shannon Sharpe (2:06:46), ESPN layoffs (2:24:25), USA not sending its best to FIBA World Cup (2:45:33), Jordan vs. Lebron (2:56:08), + MORE! Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Tyla - "Water" Ice | Ryan Trey (feat. Mariah the Scientist) - "Ain't Even Friends" Parks | Apollo Brown & Planet Asia - "Broad Dayin'" Ish | Dre Scot - "Feelings" Melyssa | Full Crate (feat. Dende) - "Sinking Ship"

The JBP returns from vacation with a lot to discuss as they begin with a recap of Joe's birthday party (2:22) before turning to a review of Equalizer 3 (27:28). Deion Sanders & Colorado receive praises from the pod after beating #17 TCU to open the season (32:48), Diddy is giving artists back their publishing and is releasing a new album next week (52:47), and Melyssa addresses recent use of demonic imagery from Doja Cat (1:01:00). A date of September 22nd has been announced for Drake's next project 'For All The Dogs' (1:13:44), reactions to the new Cardi B & Meg Thee Stallion song (1:36:40), Joe addresses comments that were made towards him from Taxstone and others during the break (2:04:55), + 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 | Calvin Harris & The Weeknd - "Over Now" Ice | Cam'ron - "Run It Up" Parks | 38 Spesh & Conway the Machine (feat. Emanny) - "Made Bosses" Ish | Victoria Monét - "Alright" Melyssa | Kwaku Asante - "The Real Thing"

Before hitting vacation, the JBP recaps their weekend which included a trip to Atlanta for Joe & Ish (13:17). The room then sends their condolences to longtime 'The Price Is Right' host Bob Barker who passed away at age 99 (23:45), singer Miguel put hooks in his back during one of his performances (30:41), and the Bishop Sycamore Documentary 'BS High' is out on MAX (36:57). Also, Joe & the gang discuss Deandre Ayton & Katt Leya as well as Bill Murray & Kelis, Drake gives a response as to why his album hasn't dropped yet (1:34:37), the new 'Undisputed' lineup and Lil Wayne's intro on FS1 (1:48:33), Streamer IShowSpeed bows to the Twitch CEO (2:11:40), Part of the Show (2:21:03), + 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 - "Stop (Askin' Me 4Shyt)" Ice | L I T O (feat. Ransom) - "Rookie & the Vet" Parks | Russ (feat. Rexx Life Raj) - "Adventure" Ish | Q - "TODAY" Melyssa | NxWorries, Anderson .Paak, & Knxwledge - "Daydreaming" QueenzFlip - LORD VISIONARY ROMAN - "One of Them"

The Bionic Six is joined by Vince Staples as the JBP starts with discussing issues that plague the music industry (14:10), and generational wealth (17:03). Joe then shares their experience after attending Dave Chappelle's stand-up earlier in the week (52:00), we continue to wait another week for Drake's next project 'For All The Dogs' (1:06:26), and Donald Trump & Rudy Giuliani's mugshots have been released (1:16:18). Also, Joe has a message for J. Cole following his feature with Gucci Mane (1:32:12), Are festivals messing with artists longevity in music (1:52:46), Vince responds to Sexyy Red and the women outperforming all the male acts currently (1:59:13), Part of the Show returns (2:24:40), the pod addresses Ice's music takes (2:56:20), + MORE! Sleeper Picks: Joe | Sexyy Red & Sukihana - "Hood Rats" Ice | Jae Anthonie - "What Up" Parks | DJ Muggs, Roc Marciano, Rome Streetz, & Mayhem Lauren - "67 Keys" Ish | TheARTI$t - "Frustrated Love" Melyssa | Jack Freeman - "Shine"

The JBP is back in full force with Ish returning from vacation as Joe starts this episode sharing a story of attending an event for Burna Boy (23:00) before the gang turns to Drake releasing the artwork for his upcoming project 'For All The Dogs' (30:48). Zane Lowe claims there's an industry-shaking feature on the album which has led to speculation of it being Frank Ocean (35:00), Irv Gotti's recent interview with Drink Champs included some comments about Dame Dash & JAY-Z (48:17), and Joe gives Sexxy Redd her flowers (1:07:36). Also, the Fresh&Fit Podcast has been demonetized by YouTube (1:28:44), reactions to Meek Mill and sneaker resellers (1:42:49), does the pod celebrate their birthday (2:14:54), Part of the Show returns (2:26:17), + 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 | Arin Ray - "Gold" Ice | Big Take & AO Alientè - "Dancer" Parks | NEMS, Scram Jones, & Tish Hyman - "KEEP ON" Ish | Elle Eliades (feat. R.L. KING) - "You" Melyssa | ODIE - "Slowly"

The JBP kicks off this episode by discussing the internet's recent obsession with Ice Spice's mother (13:15) before turning to new music. EST Gee recently walked off during the middle of an interview with Bootleg Kev (23:35) with his project 'El TORO 2' dropping just a couple of days later (38:44), Chris Brown announces an 11-song album (48:47), & a number of other artists including Quavo, Lil Uzi Vert, Ciara, Snoh Aalegra, and Dame D.O.L.L.A. also released music. The room then discusses the title of hottest rapper in the world and why the landscape of music is so different today (1:10:45), did Plies cause Britney Spears marriage to fall apart (1:28:12), Pinkydoll rants about her OnlyFans leaks (1:39:30), Part of the Show returns (1:59:30), + 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 | RAAHiiM - "1000 Lives" Ice | EST Gee (feat. 42 Dugg) - "FREE DOGGY" Parks | Mick Jenkins (feat. Benny the Butcher) - "Sitting Ducks" Melyssa | Blxst - "Searching"

The JBP kicks off this week's episode with a recap of Hip-Hop 50 Live at Yankee Stadium from over the weekend (13:18) which leads to a message Joe has for music labels (28:08). A discussion on samples in Hip-Hop includes Flip sharing an issue he has with Steely Dan over 'Deja Vu' (44:55), Melle Mel regrets the recent diss track he made to Eminem (58:40), and the room debates whether we should be making anything of Drake & Bobbi Althoff no longer following each other and removing their interview from YouTube (1:10:55). Also, Usher is set to drop his next single with Keke Palmer (1:14:36), Former NFL offensive lineman Michael Oher is suing the Tuohy's to end conservatorship (1:56:59), sports moments that crush your soul to this day (2:14:05), + 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 | Noah Guy (feat. Amaria) - "STAY HERE" Ice | Young Stat (feat. Rxchiie Zoo) - "Blah Blah Blah" Parks | Brady Watt, Conway the Machine, & Talib Kweli) - "Without You" Melyssa | LANKS - "Stronger Than" QueenzFlip | Major Galore - "Say That You Miss Me"

The JBP returns as they kick things off with the recent news of Tory Lanez being sentenced to 10 years for his role in the shooting of Meg Thee Stallion (18:55). After a social media post revealed Lil Tay and her brother had pass away, the rapper and social media influencer returned the following day to say the report was untrue and they were hacked (1:02:44), the Bionic Six shares a list of a few people who need to hang it up (1:12:05), and new music including REASON's 'PORCHES' and a DJ Khaled single (1:25:05). Also, what has been the song of the summer (1:32:44), Akademiks rants about Erykah Badu over an old interview (1:46:30), Part of the Show returns (2:05:28), + 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 | RAAHiiM - "Spin The Block" Ice | EST Gee (feat. Yo Gotti) - "A MOMENT WITH GOTTI" Parks | REASON (feat. Doechii & Junii) - "I Don't Trust You!" Ish | Tone Stith - "I Need You" Melyssa | Floyd Fuji - "INSIDE"

The JBP returns in full force after an entertaining weekend as they start with their reactions and a breakdown of the Montgomery, Alabama riverfront brawl (11:00). Jennifer Anniston is facing criticism after liking a post from Jamie Foxx (29:00), Tim Anderson of the Chicago White Sox & Jose Ramirez of the Cleveland Guardians square up on the baseball field (34:30), and streamer Kai Cenat was arrested in New York for inciting a riot after attempting to do a giveaway for his fans (39:30). Joe & crew then discuss Ne-Yo being under fire for comments made in an interview with Gloria Velez (53:16), Wayne Brady comes out as pansexual (1:10:20), and Travis Scott puts on his first UTOPIA concert at Rome's Circus Maximus (1:14:11). Also, Summer Walker & Lil Meech continue to have a 'I don't care'-off (1:24:52), TDE's Moosa & REASON have a heated exchange publicly (1:45:41), Joe makes Billboards 2023 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players list (2:00:13), + MORE! Sleeper Picks: Joe | Mahalia (feat. DESTIN CONRAD) - "It's Not Me, It's You" Ice | Big Moose 280 - "Paranoid" Parks | DJ Premier (feat. Westside Gunn & Rome Streetz) - "Runway" Ish | Tori Kelly (feat. Ayra Starr) - "unbelievable" Melyssa | No Guidnce - "Is It A Crime?"

The JBP starts this episode with the recent allegations brought against Lizzo by former dancers of hers (11:22), as well as a response to the lawsuits from the artist (23:45). Cardi B won't face charges after the mic throwing incident in Vegas (32:18), the gang turns to new music including a Yo Gotti & DJ Drama Gangsta Grillz project (36:03), the 'Good Good' single from Usher (42:03), and Chris Brown & Ciara team up which leads to a convo surrounding Chloe Bailey and whether there is some disconnect with her management (49:55). **SPOILER ALERT** Hijack's final episode aired on Wednesday (1:05:24), the room reacts to the build your own podcast for $11 graphic (1:26:10), and Terence Crawford rips into Wallo for leaking private text messages (1:35:48). Also, the bionic six discusses what the cheating rules are (1:41:23), restaurant etiquette for dates (2:02:06), Part of the Show (2:28:47), + 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 | Mack Keane - "Chances" Ice | Yo Gotti - "I'm Out" Parks | Marlon Craft - "UPSNDOWMS" Ish | Josiah Bassey - "Here" Melyssa | goodboy noah - "tie down"

The JBP kicks things off by recapping the Terence Crawford & Errol Spence Jr. fight from over the weekend in Las Vegas (13:37) before moving to Cardi B chucking a microphone at a fan after a drink was thrown at her while performing (51:05). **SPOILER ALERT** The rest of the pod provides their thoughts on Netflix's 'They Cloned Tyrone' (1:10:25), the gang then shares their thoughts on the passings of Pee-wee Herman actor Paul Reubens (1:21:00) and 'Euphoria' star Angus Cloud (1:25:14), and rumors swirl of Summer Walker & Lil Meech splitting after she shares posts to her Instagram story (1:44:48). Also, Ish asks the group if they have walked back their takes on the new Travis Scott album (2:05:20), NLE Choppa's tribute to Nelly with a new song (2:29:30), Part of the Show returns (2:43:15), + 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 | Mario (feat. Lil Wayne & Tyga) - "Main One" Ice | Ty Dolla $ign (feat. Chris Brown) - "Motion" Parks | Ransom & Nicholas Craven - "Homefront" Ish | Roy Woods - "Made Mistakes" Melyssa | Emmit Fenn - "Everybody Else" QueenzFlip | Cryssy Bandz (feat. A Boogie) - "Halo"

The JBP returns from vacation with a topic-filled episode as they start by recapping their time off (14:00) before returning to new music from the past two weeks. Travis Scott dropped 'UTOPIA' (43:35), Post Malone dropped 'AUSTIN' (1:19:08), Nas & Hit-Boy released Magic II (1:29:29), and several other singles from top acts also hit streaming services. Joe then reads recent Instagram direct messages from Dwight Howard after he's been sued by someone he met online (1:51:00), Carlee Russell has been charged following the hoax kidnapping (2:01:45), and Friend of the Show Ian Dunlap responds to recent comments from DJ Envy (2:10:00). Also, Drake responds to Elliott Wilson's criticisms of his recent interviews and appearances (2:22:25), Jamie Foxx provides a health update (2:31:50) which leads to a discussion on new TV Shows & movies (2:58:00) including Joe's opinion on Netflix's 'They Cloned Tyrone' (3:01:20), + 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 | Mack Keane & ESTA. (feat. DESTIN CONRAD) - "O.M.L." Ice | Wynne - "What Would Comb Do?" Parks | Ben Kenobe - "Nosferatu" Ish | Elmiene - "Mad At Fire" Melyssa | Kiana Ledé (feat. Khalid) - "Where You Go"

Before hitting vacation, the JBP starts this episode with conflicting reports on the Travis Scott show scheduled in Egypt for later this month and whether or not it will still take place (25:05). Nas & Hit-Boy are slated to drop 'Magic 2' this Friday (1:04:18), Elliott Wilson & Rob Markman trade jabs in a series of tweets (1:15:20), and Boosie & his daughter are beefing online (1:40:40). Also, Ish calls out Adam22 for two of his recent episodes (2:05:23), other rap beefs continue including Talib Kweli & Consequence (2:16:38), Part of the Show returns (2:29:16), + 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 - "ASMR" Ice | Lil Tjay - "June 22nd" Parks | Jourden - "Flow" Ish | Chikoruss - "Body Language"

Listen in to the JBP as the gang starts by reading social media reactions to the tape release of Adam22's wife (34:02) before turning to new music including King Von's posthumous project (46:32) & Justin Timberlake hopping on Coco Jones' 'ICU' for the remix (49:09). Hollywood prepares to shut down as the actors join the writers on strike (54:14) while Joe explains why music needs to do the same thing (1:05:35), the pod debates Ice Cube vs. Biggie when it comes to storytelling in music (1:33:37), and JAY-Z's 'The Book of Hov' exhibit comes to Brooklyn (1:45:43). Also, Lil Baby has canceled a number of shows on his nationwide tour (2:05:54), Uzi responds to experimenting with his music and says he's "trying" (2:25:15), Part of the Show returns (2:33:00), + 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 | Joseph Solomon - "Black Like You" Ice | King Von (feat. 42 Dugg) - "GangLand" Parks | CMR - "Midtro" Ish | alayna - "Who Am I Now" Melyssa | Kwaku Asante - "Molasses"

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 (DRAKE & DRIVE)" Ice | Arsonal da Rebel - "(Intro) Counted Me Out" Parks | Mike Yorkz - "Summer Salt/Fine Line" Ish | Leon Thomas - "Breaking Point" Melyssa | Khamari - "Drifting"

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" Ish | ASTN & Alex Vaughn - "How Soon" Melyssa Ford | greek - "hmu" QueenzFlip | Honey Bxby - "Get Your Lick Back"

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 - "Never Did 3 Quarters"

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 Neo - "Called It Love" Melyssa | Dijon - "The Dress" Zaire | Leaf Ward - "F**k Khalif"

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 Zoo (Stuy Babyz)"

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 - "Andromeda" Flip | Jiffy - "Don't leave me lone"

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 | ODESZA (feat. Little Dragon) - "Light" QueenzFlip | Ding Dong & Dunw3ll - "Bounce"

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 (feat. French Montana & Lil Crody) - "Candy Rain"

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 | Rahky - "Get Out"

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 Wants" Melyssa | K.Roosevelt - "Love Blind" QueenzFlip | Rahky - "Red Flags"

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 | Teejay & DJ Mac - "Drift"

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 | Cau2g$ & Bynoe - "Take 'Em Out (Riot Mix)"

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 - "Life's a Bitch" QueenzFlip | Teejay - "Baller"