The gang records their first episode without Joe as they begin with the latest news on Jonathan Majors as additional abuse allegations come to light (12:47) and Tiffany Haddish attempts to defend him (25:57). Desiigner seeks mental health treatment after exposing himself on an airplane (36:55), Frank Ocean pulls out of weekend 2 of Coachella due to an injury (1:00:33), and *SPOILER ALERT* Snowfall series finale recap (1:05:00). Also, the JBP gives their thoughts on the Chance the Rapper dancing ...
Apr 22, 2023•2 hr 24 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP starts this episode by recapping Coachella (26:45) and giving their thoughts on Frank Ocean’s performance and what went wrong with the set (30:26). Ice recaps the Lil Wayne concert he attended (55:55), Jonathan Majors PR & management teams have severed ties (1:11:25), and the gang has some updates on the YSL RICO case (1:29:54). Also, an A.I. version of a Drake & Weeknd song was leaked (1:42:46), Part of the Show (1:57:05), the NBA playoffs (2:16:22), + MORE! Become a Patron of The Joe B...
Apr 19, 2023•3 hr 50 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP returns as they begin with their thoughts on the latest episode of Snowfall leading into the series finale next week (25:57). An arrest has been made in the killing of Cash App’s founder Bob Lee (38:31), Universal Music has asked streaming services to block A.I. companies from accessing their songs (48:45), and the gang takes a look at the positives and negatives from A.I. in the music space and beyond (1:02:20). Also, Cam’ron has been hit with a copyright lawsuit over the use of a photo...
Apr 15, 2023•3 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP begins this week's episode recapping their plans from the weekend before turning their attention to the Dalai Lama video that was released (24:18). Daniel Caesar issues an apology for his controversial comments in 2019 (36:30), Jim Jones says Pusha T is not a top-50 rapper (52:45), and **SPOILER ALERT** an update on the most recent episodes of Snowfall (1:16:28) & Succession (1:21:05). Also, Joe is kind enough to give more podcast advice to anyone who may need it (1:50:24), the Freaknik ...
Apr 12, 2023•3 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP begins this weekend’s podcast sending their condolences to Bob Lee, the founder of Cash App, who was killed earlier this week & share their thoughts of the timing of the FedNow announcement just a day later (16:24). The gang then discusses new music including Drake's ‘Search & Rescue’ (41:15) & Rae Sremmurd’s project ‘Sremm 4 Life’ (47:47). Also, reactions to the report that Spotify has millions of songs without a single play (1:02:30), Joe & QueenzFlip respond to the hate they’ve been r...
Apr 08, 2023•3 hr 39 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the JBP, the Bionic Six discusses the recently released list from Complex that named Joe number one on their Hip-Hop Media Power Rankings (1:52). The gang recaps the NCAA Women’s Basketball Final Four & Championship games (23:32) which were overshadowed by the storylines surrounding LSU’s Angel Reese (29:27), as well as Dave Portnoy’s comments about the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player (40:17). Plenty of other events from the weekend included Wrestlemania (53:19), Dreamville Fes...
Apr 05, 2023•3 hr 32 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP starts this episode with the latest news on Jonathan Majors whose lawyer released text messages that show the woman taking blame for the fight (16:30). Arrests have been made in the Tekashi 69 assault (28:46), Ish discusses China ditching the US dollar (53:22), and plenty of new music dropped this weekend (1:05:01). Also, the gang discusses the state of TikTok & Instagram (1:35:12), Part of the Show returns (1:44:23), + more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus...
Apr 01, 2023•3 hr 33 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP kicks off this week’s episode with news of Jonathan Majors facing assault and harassment charges after being arrested over the weekend (16:10). Lamar Jackson has made a statement that he requested a trade from Baltimore earlier this month (47:55), a couple breaks up over a Chris Brown lap dance at one of his shows (1:01:10), and Soulja Boy reacts to questions about whether people would rather have dinner with him or $250 in food stamps (1:34:30). Also, DJ Drama joins the show ahead of tw...
Mar 29, 2023•3 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP kicks things off this week by diving into new music, beginning with 6lack's new album (15:12). Next, the collective discusses a couple of controversial headlines, including Tekashi 69 being attacked (22:50) and Troy Ave's diss to Taxstone after their case concluded (47:25). Joe and the crew then examine Logic's latest display to prove his "blackness" (1:03:20), 50 Cent vs. Lil Wayne in a Verzuz (1:11:25), and Joe finally purchases Usher tickets (1:22:45). (SPOILER ALERTS AHEAD) Finally, ...
Mar 25, 2023•3 hr 44 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP begins this episode discussing Spring Break in Miami (14:22) as well as the current beef between Bad Bunny & Devin Booker (19:48). Rudolph Isley is suing his brother Ron over the rights to ‘The Isley Brothers’ trademark (29:20), Larsa Pippen & Donald Trump find themselves in the news again (47:09), and Joe gives his recap of the Hulu documentary on Jared from Subway. **SPOILER ALERT** A busy week in TV land as the gang discusses Amazon Prime’s new show ‘Swarm’ as well as other finales li...
Mar 22, 2023•3 hr 37 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Bionic Six is back in full swing as the gang begins this episode with new music including T-Pain’s cover album (12:15). The JBP then addresses the recent Adam22 allegations and multiple No Jumper firings (52:43), Ja Morant sits down with Jalen Rose for an interview (1:11:34), and Ciara’s dress at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party creates debate (1:18:02). Also, Blac Chyna gets her fillers removed (1:36:34), Part of the Show (1:54:00), + MORE! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additiona...
Mar 18, 2023•2 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP returns after taking the weekend off as the gang starts by discussing The Oscars, which took place on Sunday (12:34). Troy Ave testifies on the fatal shooting at Irving Plaza in 2016 (35:00), Logic responds to recent backlash over his Ice Cube cover (58:27), and *Spoiler Alert* Joe and the gang recap BMF’s latest episode which leads to a topic about cheating (1:16:30). Also, Silicon Valley Bank collapses (1:41:11), the two brothers who helped attack Jussie Smollett break their silence (2...
Mar 15, 2023•3 hr 55 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP kicks off this episode with their reactions to Logic doing a cover of Ice Cube’s “It Was A Good Day” (7:38) before moving on to their review on Chris Rock’s Netflix Live Special ‘Selective Outrage’ from Saturday (25:04). Grizzlies guard Ja Morant flashed a gun on Instagram live and could be facing a lengthy suspension from the NBA (59:35), Melle Mel shares his thoughts on the greatest rappers of all-time list (1:37:36), Lil Wayne also chimes in on the debate and where he stands (1:41:16)...
Mar 08, 2023•3 hr 50 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP returns as they open up the show with praise for De La Soul whose full discography has finally hit streaming services (8:23). Joe then addresses his Michael B. Jordan comments from earlier this week and gives his review of Creed III (23:03), Ja Morant’s off the court allegations continue to swirl (41:12), & Alex Murdaugh has been sentenced to life in prison (52:13). The gang also discusses the use of dating sites (1:03:50), new music from J. Cole, Nicki Minaj, & 6LACK (1:28:30), Part of ...
Mar 04, 2023•3 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast Topic-heavy episode for the JBP as the gang kicks off this episode discussing recent interviews from both Michael B. Jordan at Creed III’s premiere event (12:55) and Maino’s run-in with YouTuber Buba100x (35:55). J-Cole, Drake, & Usher headline Dreamville Fest (47:35), the JBP recaps all the fights from over the weekend (1:04:49), & Nas sells out Madison Square Garden (1:33:00). Also, Joe shares a story about crashing a cookout (1:41:55) and attending Chrome 23 (1:58:12), Part of the Show return...
Mar 01, 2023•3 hr 43 min•Transcript available on Metacast The gang talks about the upcoming Oscars as Rihanna is set to perform (20:20) while The Academy also prepares to get a crisis management team in place (22:30). A debate about white vs. black drug tv shows ensues as season 5 of Snowfall is underway (31:23), 6LACK has an album due in March (42:38), and Snoh Aalegra’s recent tweet brings a discussion about the challenges artists still face in music (51:12). Also, Saucy Santana has some comments about hookah (1:33:55), ADIDAS is reportedly re-approa...
Feb 25, 2023•3 hr 36 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP kicks off this episode recapping their past few days before diving into their opinions on NBA All-Star Weekend in Utah (16:35). A video of YSL Woody allegedly snitching has been released which leads into a conversation surrounding street culture (50:46). Boosie cancels a potential collab album with T.I. (1:19:38), Jonathan Majors’ recent photoshoot for Ebony Magazine has sparked controversy (1:32:20), the advancement of artificial intelligence (2:15:30), + MORE! Become a Patron of The Jo...
Feb 22, 2023•3 hr 38 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP starts this episode reading the list of reasons why women hate each other (12:04) before diving into a fashion convo as Pharrell becomes Louis Vuitton’s next men’s creative director (23:54). A$AP Rocky & Rihanna grace the cover of British Vogue (33:18) and Melyssa addresses Don Lemon’s recent comments about Nikki Haley being past her prime (51:46). *SPOILER ALERTS AHEAD* Ice gives his thoughts on Ant-Man (1:22:09) and the crew provides their opinions on the latest seasons of YOU (1:25:05...
Feb 18, 2023•3 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Friend of the Show and Colts Linebacker Zaire Franklin returns to the JBP as the gang starts by recapping the Chiefs/Eagles Super Bowl (20:31) before turning their attention to Rihanna’s halftime performance (47:20). Floyd Mayweather Jr. has agreed to an exhibition boxing match (1:30:28), everyone shares their thoughts on the red boots (1:38:15), and have the aliens arrived on earth (1:44:00)? Also, a train derailment in Ohio has caused an environmental disaster (1:52:55), Rest in Peace to Dave ...
Feb 15, 2023•3 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Bionic Six is back. With the Super Bowl coming up this weekend, the gang opens up this episode with their predictions for the Eagles & Chiefs matchup as well as their reactions to Billboard’s Top-10 Halftime Performances (12:11). LeBron James passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on the NBA’s all-time scoring list (22:07), HYBE America acquires Quality Control Music for $300 million (43:55), and Billboard/Vibe also wrap up their Top-50 Rappers of All-Time list (52:48). The XXXTENTACION trial is underwa...
Feb 11, 2023•3 hr 42 min•Transcript available on Metacast A milestone episode for the JBP as the guys open up the podcast with a recap of the Grammy’s. Parks shares how his weekend went in LA (11:19), Stevie Wonder & Smokey Robinson perform (20:41), and Joe talks about the clear agenda for this year’s award show (32:46). Also, Dr. Dre earns the Dr. Dre Award (43:37), Viola Davis achieves EGOT (44:57), Harry Styles tops Beyoncé for Album of the Year (55:00), Quavo has a Takeoff Tribute (1:13:07), & Chris Brown has a meltdown following Robert Glasper’s w...
Feb 08, 2023•3 hr 13 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP kicks off this episode with a read of Smokey Robinson’s tracklist for his upcoming album (20:10) followed by reactions to the suspected Chinese spy balloon hovering over the U.S. (25:36). The gang gives their thoughts on the new Netflix movie “You People” (38:22), Xscape & SWV have a limited series from Bravo on the way (1:04:19), and Beyonce has announced her world tour (1:12:36). Lebron is closing in on the scoring title which has ticket prices going up (1:38:00), Part of the Show retu...
Feb 04, 2023•2 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP kicks off this episode discussing Parks recent shopping trip in prep for the Grammy’s (10:22) as well as their reactions to the Eagles & Chiefs wins over the weekend (22:08). Ma$e, Cam'ron & Jadakiss performed at the Apollo Theater on Saturday night (47:28), Joe has a fun question for the guys (1:05:57), and Bobby Shmurda has a new song out (1:22:37). The room debates whether the Grammy’s matter or not (1:33:40), Part of the Show (2:25:52), + MORE! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podca...
Feb 01, 2023•3 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 597, the gang opens up the pod with their reactions to the viral video from Julia Fox showcasing her apartment (20:54). Billboard continues with their 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time List (30:10) while 21 Savage was named the best rapper of 2022 (41:29). Nike is suing BAPE (56:08), Melyssa asks the room what things they had to unlearn in their life journey (1:00:17), and the latest kid toy craze (1:41:15). Also, updates on the YSL case (2:04:15), Tyre Nichols passing (2:12:12), Part o...
Jan 28, 2023•3 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast Joe and Ish open this episode by sharing their thoughts after both the Giants and Cowboys were sent home over the weekend (9:09). Drake put together an impressive setlist for his shows at the Apollo Theater (19:13), Melyssa reads the list of Oscar Nominations (31:02), and Beyonce performs in Dubai for $24 million as Joe predicts what the future of live shows will look like (39:57). In other news, the pod reacts to Ben Simmons requesting his $800k engagement ring back (1:00:16), Spotify announces...
Jan 25, 2023•3 hr 46 min•Transcript available on Metacast An action-packed episode from the JBP! The gang opens the pod with reactions to the new J. Cole song in which he used a fan’s Youtube beat (14:14). Alec Baldwin has been charged with involuntary manslaughter (23:12), Young Thug had drugs passed to him in the courtroom (28:11), Flo Rida wins a $82.6 million lawsuit (36:30), and Caresha admits to a kink on her latest podcast episode (49:54). *SPOILER ALERT* Ice hates remakes and explains why the “House Party” movie is terrible (1:01:00). Joe and t...
Jan 21, 2023•2 hr 27 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP kicks off this episode recapping Wild Card Weekend in the NFL (12:25) followed by reactions to the new Martin Luther King Jr. & Coretta Scott King statue unveiled in Boston (32:40). A Tennessee Police Department is under fire following a sex scandal (41:00), Good Morning America hosts T.J. Holmes & Amy Robach may sue the network (45:08), and rappers unfollowing Gunna on social media (49:25). Also, 21 Savage gets into an argument on Clubhouse (1:03:10), an update on TV Shows that have ret...
Jan 18, 2023•3 hr 39 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP begins this episode by discussing the latest social media happenings. Elon Musk is continuing to kill Twitter (6:50), YouTube has new policies put in place (9:04), and Instagram is making some further updates to its app (10:45). Iggy Azaela launches an OnlyFans page (12:23) and the gang recaps the Golden Globes (23:24). Meek Mill denies dissing Lori Harvey after rumors that her and Damson Idris are dating (43:00), Kanye and the architect behind Yeezy’s had a private wedding ceremony (1:0...
Jan 14, 2023•3 hr 43 min•Transcript available on Metacast The gang opens up this episode recapping the weekend in D.C., which included the Gervonta Davis & Hector Garcia fight as well as a ringside altercation between Meek Mill’s camp & boxer Gary Russell Jr. (13:20) and Meek issued an apology for filming a music video in Ghana’s presidential palace (28:23). Next, Big Scarr’s family is addressing Gucci Mane’s funeral contributions on social media following his passing (33:25) and Joe wants someone to explain who Andrew Tate is (52:40). Rapper Lola Broo...
Jan 11, 2023•3 hr 27 min•Transcript available on Metacast The JBP opens 2023 by welcoming back QueenzFlip & Melyssa Ford to the podcast. The crew starts off by sending out some condolences after a few deaths in the recent weeks (18:00). Next; the gang shares their reactions to Bills safety, Damar Hamlin, who suffered a cardiac arrest on the field earlier this week (22:22) and the responses from Skip Bayless & Shannon Sharpe (30:24). Joe asks the room what they did for New Years (42:45) and shares a story of his time in the Dominican Republic (47:15). L...
Jan 07, 2023•3 hr 51 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
