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The Joe Budden Network

The Joe Budden Podcast

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 leads to a conversation on giving up your career for happiness (1:51:30), and why are music sales down? (2:19:33). Also, the jury in the Daniel Penny-Jordan Neely trial fails to reach a unanimous vote (2:26:05), Flip asks the room about receiving gifts from friends for the holiday while in a relationship (2:36:53), and much more!
 
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Sleeper Picks: 
 
Ice | Lil Wayne - “Best Rapper Alive”
 
Parks | aroomfullofmirrors - “Wonton Soup”
 
Ish | THEY. - “Straight Up”
 
Melyssa | Nick Hakim - “I Don’t Know”

Episode 782 | "Gym Valedictorian"

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 Foxx returns to the stage with the ‘What Had Happened Was…’ special premiering on Netflix (1:26:00), and DJ Mustard calls out Boi-1da on Instagram following his comments about west coast Rap (1:40:40). Also, Juan Soto signs a massive $765 million dollar deal with the New York Mets (1:43:47), the crew reacts to Daniel Perry being acquitted (2:01:39), Luigi Mangione has been charged in the killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson (2:18:22), 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: 
 
Ice | Redman - “Dont Wanna C Me Rich”
 
Parks | J. Cole - “Can I Holla at Ya”
 
Ish | Lizzen, Jacquees, & Rob49 - “The Audacity”
 
Melyssa | Aaron Frazer - “Have Mercy”
 
Emanny | Emanny - “ATL”
 
Marc | Cordae (feat. Anderson .Paak) - “Summer Drop”

Episode 783 | "Dimatapped"

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!
 
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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 OFF”
 
QueenzFlip | Kes - “Cocoa Tea”

Episode 784 | "Jesus On The Main Line"

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, Sugar, Darling, Sweetie, Baby, Boo)”
 
Parks | Fashawn & Little Vic - “Capo”
 
QueenzFlip | Connie Diiamond (feat. Don Q) - “Make Amends”
 
Melyssa | Rose Gold (feat. Like) - “Stay Down”

Episode 785 | "I Appreciate The Contribution of Every Member…"

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!
 
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Sleeper Picks: 
 
Joe | Mario - “Keep Going (Aaaaahhhhh)” 
 
Ice | BJRNCK - “Expresso Martini”
 
Parks | Shawn Stockman - “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” 
 
Ish | Sinéad Harnett (feat. GRADES) - “If You Let Me”
 
Melyssa | Sillkey & Bellah - “Brown Eyes”

Episode 786 | "The Hoodie Store"

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 (feat. Juvenile & B.G.) - “Same Altima”
 
Parks | Apollo Brown & CRIMEAPPLE - “Mercy”
 
Ish | Eric Bellinger - “Deck the Halls” 
 
Melyssa | Ailam - “Disconnect”

Episode 787 | "Shartonay"

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. Jvck James) - “I’m Baby (Acoustic)” 
 
Emanny | Beyoncé (feat. JAY-Z) - “Déjà Vu”
 
QueenzFlip | Kes - “Savannah Grass”

Episode 788 | "What Would Halle Do?"

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, & Benny the Butcher) - “Hood Olympics (Remix)”
 
Parks | Bad Bunny - “NUEVAYoL”
 
Ish | AremitRo$ - “U & I”
 
Melyssa | Hablot Brown - “MINUTE”

Episode 789 | "Good Mouth Skin"

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. Jacquees) - “What’s On Your Mind”
 
Ice | Don Trip - “Statues”
 
Parks | Daylyt - “Hiyu”
 
Ish | kwn - “worst behaviour”
 
Melyssa | Ebony Riley - “Get Along Better”

Episode 790 | "Means to an End"

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 - “PARADIGM (Sped Up)” 
 
Marc | Bad Bunny (feat. Dei V & Omar Courtz) - “VeLDÁ”

Episode 791 | "Dude Code"

Hip Hop had an amazing week and was nothing short of iconic! Joe's passion for Hip Hop is on full display this episode as he ensured that every possible aspect of the LOX and Dipset Verzuz battle was dissected (15:00). The crew gives the LOX their flowers while also discussing some of the ways that Dipset could have improved their chances to win the crowd's support (40:00). Kanye West had another virtual listening party for his upcoming album (1:37:00), and Nas drops "King Disease II" (1:42:30) and brings Lauryn Hill from retirement, which inspires the crew to give her verse a lyric breakdown and MORE!
 
 
 
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Sleeper Picks
 
Joe | Victoria Monét - “Coastin” 
 
 
 
Ice | Jadakiss - “ME”
 
 
 
Parks | The Diplomats - “Who I Am” 
 
 
 
Ish | Mona Lisa - “Just Want To Please You” (Ft. The Lox)

Episode 461 | "It's STFU Week"

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