Joe, Ice, Melyssa, & Parks kick off the latest episode with more reactions of the JBP’s basketball game from last weekend before turning to the internet’s division over an NYPD detective pole dancing in a music video (19:14). QueenzFlip arrives to the studio as the room dives into the news of a Southwest passenger stripping naked on a plane which leads to stories from the cast about their odd airline experiences in the past, plus T-Pain flying commercial (33:37), the crew is divided over whose s...
Mar 08, 2025•3 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast Beaten and battered from their recent basketball outing, the JBP kicks off the latest episode discussing how their bodies are feeling days later (3:07) before sending their condolences to Angie Stone’s loved ones following her tragic passing (33:30). The crew then turns to the Oscars 2025 (45:25) which includes Adrian Brody & Halle Berry’s kiss (52:20) as well as some criticism surrounding Zoe Saldana (1:00:23). Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis and Lamont Roach Jr.’s fight over the weekend (1:27:30), Sixer...
Mar 05, 2025•4 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Joe Budden Podcast recaps their week (10:15) before the room moves to the sad news involving the passing of Gene Hackman, his wife, and their dog (25:10). **SPOILER ALERT** The crew gives their predictions for the ‘Paradise’ season finale (40:08), New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks at a recent Black History Month event (49:00), and Joe shares some details about a new app called ‘Timeleft’ (55:50). An all-women flight to space through Jeff Bezos rocket company is slated to take off this sp...
Mar 01, 2025•4 hr 39 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 Do...
Feb 26, 2025•4 hr 45 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 Del...
Feb 22, 2025•4 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 debat...
Feb 19, 2025•4 hr 9 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Feb 15, 2025•3 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 h...
Feb 12, 2025•3 hr 24 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 (2:3...
Feb 08, 2025•4 hr 50 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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)...
Feb 05, 2025•5 hr 35 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 h...
Feb 01, 2025•4 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 &...
Jan 29, 2025•4 hr 38 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ScarL...
Jan 25, 2025•3 hr 29 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Jan 22, 2025•3 hr 55 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 (...
Jan 18, 2025•4 hr 37 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 (2:3...
Jan 15, 2025•4 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Jan 11, 2025•3 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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’ Fr...
Jan 08, 2025•4 hr 19 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 s...
Jan 04, 2025•3 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Dec 28, 2024•4 hr 50 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Dec 21, 2024•3 hr 13 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 Hei...
Dec 18, 2024•3 hr 53 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Dec 14, 2024•3 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the latest episode from the JBP, the room shares a couple stories from their weekend (13:45) before diving right into the news of the civil suit against Jay-Z and his quick response to the claim (25:00). SZA releases a teaser for her new ‘Lana’ project (51:55), reactions to Doechii’s Tiny Desk Concert (55:45), and J. Cole releases eight previously unreleased records for the 10th anniversary of ‘Forest Hills Drive’ (58:39). Ice receives a phone call and an update from Max B (1:07:15), Jamie Fo...
Dec 11, 2024•3 hr 19 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ian Dunlap joins the crew for the latest episode as the JBP begins with a topic on popular privilege (20:54) before moving to their reactions to the UnitedHealthCare CEO who was killed in NYC (26:00). Young Thug’s lawyer reacts to YSL Shannon and Yak Gotti being acquitted (34:05), what is memecoin (46:28), and QueenzFlip’s game brings Emanny into the fold (1:01:40). Andrew Schulz’ comments about Kendrick Lamar (1:12:35), Jasmin Brown speaks on her relationship with Cam Newton (1:47:49) which lea...
Dec 07, 2024•3 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast The latest episode from the JBP kicks off with a revelation from Melyssa Ford (28:10) before the room discusses when the pod basketball game is due (36:08). The jury begins deliberations in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely (44:15), the cast discusses the recent ‘Pod Wives’ episode on Patreon (56:47), and Tyrod Taylor files an eviction lawsuit on Draya Michele (1:18:19). Roddy Ricch says a vlogger tried to extort him for his Grammy award (1:31:55), Kendrick Lamar announces a stadium tour with ...
Dec 04, 2024•5 hr 38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Off of Thanksgiving, the JBP shares how their holiday went (13:05) before diving into the internet reactions from the previous episode (28:28). The room then walks through potential negotiations between Drake & UMG (33:47) as Joe explains why they should pay him, are Drake’s petitions a way to get out of his deal with UMG (1:30:17), and Ice has a parenting question after an situation on Thanksgiving (1:56:00). Also, Joe apologizes to Jay Leno (2:03:53), Puff has been denied bail for a third time...
Nov 30, 2024•4 hr 34 min•Transcript available on Metacast The latest episode from the Bionic Six starts with a discussion on dressing your kids for school (2:08) before the room learns that Kendrick Lamar dropped a full album titled ‘GNX’ while recording live (23:36). The JBP then goes song by song reacting to the project while also predicting its first week sales (36:14), Ish has a debate about the ‘bottom of the 9th’ mentality (1:04:00), and Jay Leno suffers an injury after he seemingly fell down a hill (1:08:45). Future’s interview with GQ says he f...
Nov 23, 2024•4 hr 32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Kicking off the latest episode, Joe opens the show with a gift for Melyssa Ford (13:40) before Marc Lamont Hill addresses QueenzFlip about Improper Improv (24:02). The room then shares their reactions to the Mike Tyson & Jake Paul fight while giving their props to Amanda Serrano (51:23), Beyoncé will be performing on Christmas Day at halftime of the Ravens & Texans game on Netflix (1:07:38), and the first episode of J. Cole’s new audio series ‘Inevitable’ has been released (1:18:10). The crew di...
Nov 20, 2024•4 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the latest episode, the crew reacts to Joe’s Instagram post for his girl’s birthday (9:47) before the room moves to their thoughts on Gillie & Wallo’s advice to Kodak Black (28:42). Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are set to square off in a boxing match on Netflix as the room predicts the outcome of the fight and whether or not it will be staged (38:52), the internet is reacting Skai Jackson’s baby daddy after he was arrested for violating parole (59:02), and footage is circulating of Offset getting...
Nov 16, 2024•3 hr 55 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
