The latest episode begins with a reaction from the JBP on Drake’s Universal Music Group defamation lawsuit (19:18) while discussing its impact on Hip-Hop, before taking a look UMG’s response (1:32:00). QueenzFlip states that every contract should have an end date as he questions Joe about production deals (1:53:05), accusations against Method Man (2:09:55), and the end of TikTok (2:13:50). Also, Wendy Williams appears on The Breakfast Club (2:21:24), Big Meech’s welcome home concert in Florida (2:30:35), the circulation of a video on the internet leads to a man’s death (2:44:55), and much more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Hi-Five - “Unconditional Love” Ice | Lebra Jolie – “Turn Me Up” Parks | Busta Rhymes - “Letter To My Children” Ish | Horace Brown (feat. JAY-Z) - “Things We Do For Love (Remix)” Melyssa | Troop - “I Will Always Love You”
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Episode 791 | "Dude Code"
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”
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Episode 790 | "Means to an End"
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”
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Episode 789 | "Good Mouth Skin"
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”
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Episode 788 | "What Would Halle Do?"
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”