The Joe Budden Podcast

The Joe Budden Podcast

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Tune into Joe Budden and his friends. Follow along the crazy adventures of these very random friends.

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20 episodes

Episode 945 | "Maximum Punishment"

Ish is back from vacation and Joe has a bet with Marc that he won't mess with Ish in the first hour. This leads into shocking news about Kino's behavior at the DJ Premier and Alchemist show (39:47) and a breakdown of the latest in new music, including Future, The-Dream, Ne-Yo, and more (48:58). Later, Joe tries to convince Mona to be her stylist (1:07:27), the pilot who was fired after getting caught receiving fellatio from his co-pilot while in the air (1:27:48), and rumors that Stefon Diggs messes with dudes (1:38:47). The crew also discusses Stacey Dash's political views (1:47:52), the latest in television (2:01:10), updates in the Nolan Wells investigation (2:23:34), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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3d ago2:58:31

Episode 944 | "They Are Amongst Us"

The JBP recaps their July 4th (30:40) before the room reacts to the video of Big Tigger hitting the internet as he steps away from his radio show (40:18). Marc Lamont Hill shares his feelings on Scottie Pippen dating a 23-year old (1:04:54), B.Dot's new list consists of the top-10 rappers of 2026 so far (1:36:00), and Lance Rivera's open letter to JAY-Z (1:47:36). Also, the JBP speculates how long it would take them to tell if their significant other was cheating (2:16:10), the latest on missing 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells (2:40:18), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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6d ago3:00:11

Episode 943 | "Spinach Dip"

Joe kicks off this 4th of July weekend show by recapping his first few days living with his girl and her kids (0:55) before Mona details her recent viral altercation (22:41) and the room reacts to the new video from Pooh Shiesty's Gucci Mane robbery (28:42). Later, India Arie expresses concern over Yung Miami's "Spend Dat" (44:04), a wild week in the NBA's offseason (1:13:13), and Lonzo Ball speaks publicly about his parents' separation (1:29:47). The crew also discusses the couple that climbed the Empire State Building (1:50:44), Coco Jones opening up about the struggles she currently faces as an artist (1:56:07), Lil Wayne skipping out on his first tour date (2:11:34), the leadup to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Madison Square Garden wedding (2:30:09), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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10d ago2:46:12

Episode 942 | "Universally Cool"

The JBP kicks off this episode with a discussion about Atlantic City (29:00) before turning to their thoughts on the 2026 BET Hip-Hop Awards hosted by Druski (39:30). The crew also shares their reactions to the D'Angelo and Lauryn Hill tributes (1:05:14), Bow Wow's Tiny Desk appearance (1:28:05), and Amber Rose on the message she gives to her kids (1:48:32). Also, Jussie Smollett appearance at Harlem Pride (2:03:27), Malik Beasley has been indicted in sports gambling probe (2:25:05), former Titans running back Chris Johnson's ALS diagnosis (2:47:18), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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13d ago3:14:08

Episode 941 | "9th Wonder Is Listening"

The latest episode from the JBP kicks off with the B2K and Pretty Ricky Verzuz (35:15) before moving to Big Daddy Kane's recent Barz Open Challenge (57:54). In new music, T.I.'s album 'KILL THE KING' (1:11:45) drops along with Benny the Butcher's 'The Plugs I Met 2.5' (1:17:05), and kwn's 'and all pride aside' (1:27:40). Lizzo's new project was met with low first-week sales which leads the room to discuss the change in direction from artists and music labels (1:31:43), new evidence in the Pooh Shiesty robbery case (1:42:36), and the cast doesn't care for Richard Jefferson's joke to Jay Williams during the 2026 NBA Draft (1:55:00). Also, the JBP discusses Lavar Ball's comments following the news that he and his wife are separating (2:15:00), Jenifer Lewis' appearance on Keke Palmer's podcast (2:34:05), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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17d ago2:59:20

Episode 940 | "Good Kids"

The latest episode from the JBP begins with reactions to Mona going viral over the weekend (18:10) before turning to Clive Davis' passing at 94 (34:26). Earth, Wind & Fire's documentary hits HBO (57:15), Joe walks back his B2K/Pretty Ricky prediction (1:13:13), and the internet calls out Brandon Marshall (1:32:45). Also, the crew reacts to one of Ne-Yo's girlfriends speaking out about their relationship (1:52:48), Foolio's killers have been sentenced (2:20:15), Floyd Mayweather has been hit with a lawsuit days after a felony charge (2:37:00), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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20d ago2:54:57

Episode 939 | "On Some Bro Shit"

The latest episode from the JBP begins with the pod learning some news about Ice on his birthday (9:49) before the crew reacts to the New York Knicks Championship parade (41:44). Joe shares his thoughts on LA after a quick trip to the west coast (1:22:25) and Terry Crews reveals he had a porn addiction (1:38:50). In new music, an album from YG (2:02:34), Chris Brown releases a deluxe to 'BROWN' (2:04:50), plus a Timbaland & Chloe collab project (2:09:45). Also, a B2k and Pretty Ricky Verzuz is coming (2:20:24), Jelly Roll files for divorce from Bunnie Xo after 10 years (2:34:07), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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24d ago3:04:42

Episode 938 | "The 30 or The 60"

The JBP kicks off its latest episode recapping the New York Knicks defeating the San Antonio Spurs in five games to claim the Larry O'Brien Trophy (27:14) before the crew discusses their changed perceptions of Victor Wembanyama (51:28). Joe then shares a story with his cohosts (1:26:41), JAY-Z's 30th Anniversary Edition of 'Reasonable Doubt' is a Target exclusive release (1:50:40), and NBA lottery pick Darryn Peterson says he will only workout for the Washington Wizards (1:58:58). Also, the latest with Akademiks vs. Charlamagne (2:06:55), James Harden was arrested (2:12:51), in music, new Grammy rules & categories (2:27:10) plus Tiny Desk concerts (2:32:55), Tyra Banks is suing Netflix (2:43:42), Lebron's comments about stay-at-home women (3:04:18), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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27d ago3:33:57

Episode 937 | "Put The Kids To Sleep"

The latest episode from the JBP kicks off with the Knicks Game 4 win completing the largest comeback in NBA Playoff and Finals history (37:37) before turning to the internet reacting to Rick Ross taking a commercial flight (1:15:33). Ross's next single for 'Set In Stone' featuring T.I. releases (1:39:39), plus new music from Blxst, Jessie Reyez, & Ambre (1:45:00). Also, Joe shares a story which leads to a question for the room about breakup etiquette (2:03:50), Oschino responds to JAY-Z with a diss record (2:36:00), DJ ASAP and his wife LaShonda Moore have been sentenced to 40 years following a pyramid scheme (2:56:36), 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

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6/13/20263:23:25

Episode 936 | "Caught In The Rain"

QueenzFlip returns to his seat as the JBP begins its latest episode with Joe's breakdown of the Knicks first NBA Finals home game since 1999 (29:34). Jay Electronica was a no show in two recent events (1:10:20), the room questions if Ish is a romantic (1:18:23), and Marc Lamont Hill shares his thoughts on the key to celebrity relationships (1:29:33). Adam22 and his wife fake a divorce (1:38:47), Lewis Hamilton's views on wealth limits (1:48:13), and Joe asks his cohosts about clairvoyance following Neil Degrasse Tyson's interview on Shannon Sharpe's show (1:55:19). Also, Akademiks interview's Daphne Joy (2:12:06), black vs. white brunches (2:36:50), Part of the Show (2:48:00), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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6/10/20263:02:25

Episode 935 | "No Reason To Be Humble"

Joe opens the latest episode discussing the Knicks Game 1 win over the Spurs in the NBA Finals (25:55) before diving into early thoughts on the new Michael Jackson documentary on Netflix (49:04). Joe then shares his experience at the Summer Walker concert (1:11:50), Druski's new skit (1:37:00), and new music which includes an album from Vince Staples as well as singles from Bryson Tiller, Blxst & Sasha Keable, & Ye Ali (1:39:35). Dame Dash comments on JAY-Z's Roots Picnic Freestyle (1:47:45), Cardi B apologizes to Latto (1:57:05), and Steph Curry's new shoe deal (2:05:11). Also, a South Carolina jury finds a store owner not guilty of murder following the death of Cyrus Carmack-Belton (2:11:30), singer/songwriter Peabo Bryson passes away (2:32:00) which leads the room to discuss other R&B acts and their hits (2:38:48), Daphne Joy deletes her statement about the leaked video (2:50:45), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

6/6/20263:19:24

Episode 934 |"The Roots Remember"

The JBP reacts to the 2026 Roots Picnic which featured an acapella freestyle from JAY-Z (13:22) as well as speculating what is next to come for the rapper. Daphne Joy & Sly Diggler respond to the leaked freakoff video with Diddy (1:30:12) plus Sauce Walka's arguments with his baby mother (2:11:35). In celebration of Black Music Month, the crew has a debate over Fantasia's 'When I See U' (2:27:42), Joe discusses high school graduations (2:43:12), and the room discusses putting pressure on your own kids after a family named their son Kobe Bryant (2:58:20). Also, Boosie's aggravated assault incident at a club in Houston (3:12:55), 38 Spesh says Jadakiss is ducking the smoke (3:20:00), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

6/3/20263:48:38

Episode 933 | "STFU Janice"

The JBP kicks off this episode with the cast debating if Drake's 'Janice STFU' is about Joe (26:24) before turning to Latto's new album 'Big Mama' (39:09). The room then has a discussion about love albums and songs (50:09), 6LACK's project 'Love is the New Gangsta' (1:01:05), and Game 7 of the Spurs-Thunder series is this weekend (1:18:21). Marc Lamont Hill was principal for a day while Parks attended career day (1:33:40), podcast appearances from Young M.A (1:48:20) and Gayle King (2:14:10), the smear campaign against Larry Jackson & Gamma (2:32:00), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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5/30/20263:11:59

Episode 932 | "Fresh Moissanite"

The latest episode from the JBP begins with the New York Knicks heading to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 after sweeping the Cleveland Cavaliers (31:50) before turning to Ray J's MMA match over the weekend (43:20). Kevin Hart appears on The Breakfast Club and defends Tony Hinchliffe (1:17:30), more on Cheyenne Bryant (1:48:00) plus the latest viral video of her back and forth with Toure (2:05:00). Also, Joe praises Yung Miami's new single 'Spend Dat' (2:14:42), Jim Jones wants to do a Verzuz against Cam'ron (2:20:00), Jaxson Dart introduces Trump during a rally leading to teammate Abdul Carter responding publicly (2:35:22), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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5/27/20262:53:39

Episode 931 | "Spaceballs With The Side Piece"

Marc and Mona are back on set, and the room begins by recapping Joe and Ian's experience at Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals (23:11) before reacting to news that Hooters is rebranding (38:32). Later, a Japanese company is suing Saweetie for breach of contract (49:01), a judge ordered Floyd Mayweather to pay $1M in child support to a dancer at his club after refusing a paternity test (59:21), and 'The Crash' on Netflix (1:07:52). The crew also discusses Matthew Perry's mother accusing his former assistant of aiding in his death (1:19:40), the latest in new music (1:31:07), K. Michelle saying that she lets her man sleep with other women so long as he doesn't pay their bills (1:40:29), Max B dissing Big Daddy Kane (2:17:52), the BET Awards nominations (2:27:26), Chelsea Handler on the Kevin Hart roast (2:55:02), Jeff Bezos' comments about taxes (3:10:54), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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5/23/20263:36:47

Episode 928 | "Money, Muscles & Movement"

The JBP's latest episode begins with Joe commenting on the Knicks sweeping the Sixers (27:40) before the crew recaps their Mother's Day 2026 (39:46). Pitchfork releases a disrespectful review of Chris Brown's new album (53:21), The Roast of Kevin Hart on Netflix (1:04:30), and Caitlin Clark walking out with Morgan Wallen draws mixed reactions from fans (1:38:20). Also, Swatch and Audemars Piguet are planning a collaboration watch (1:48:20), Dr. Cheyenne Bryant's appearance on the Breakfast Club (2:03:53), Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' and other videos being reuploaded (2:31:52) leads to release week for Drake's 'Iceman', Paul Pierce's comments about women with makeup (2:47:00), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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5/13/20263:02:35

Episode 927 | "Sex Cult Pick Me"

The JBP's latest episode kicks off with a review of the Cult of NatureBoy on Hulu (2:47) before turning to new music including Chris Brown's album 'BROWN' (32:48), AZ (55:20), Mack Kean (1:01:05), and others. The crew then gives their thoughts on the NBA's second round of the playoffs so far (1:11:30), the Rick Ross & French Montana Verzuz (1:24:44), and Joe doubles down on his thoughts about Bow Wow which leads to a debate with Ish (1:51:38). Also, legendary engineer Young Guru is done taking the humble route (2:03:25), Austin Rivers and Draymond Green beef leads to Green's comments about Charles Barkley (2:20:15), Stefon Diggs is found not guilty (2:44:01), Marc speaks on the Hantavirus (3:02:26), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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5/9/20263:18:41

Episode 926 | "Let's See That Snapper"

The JBP kicks off its latest episode with their quick thoughts on this year's Met Gala (29:15) before turning their attention to the trial for NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs (31:45). The crew then discusses if we're going too far with smart devices (58:45), it's over for Spirit Airlines (1:22:25), and Complex releases their 2026 Hip-Hop Media Power Rankings (1:39:20). Joe asks the room how long a QueenzFlip & Ish podcast would last (1:51:50), MIA has been kicked off the Kid Cudi tour (2:01:50), and rapper Finesse2Tymes is going through a contract dispute (2:15:43). Also, Love & Hip-Hop is coming to an end after a 15-year run (2:37:27), pegging is a hot topic (2:44:04), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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5/6/20263:10:10

Episode 925 | "At Risk Youth Diet"

Mona returns to the couch as the JBP kicks off its latest episode discussing the Knicks finishing off the Atlanta Hawks by 51 points (38:28) before turning to Verzuz announcing a French Montana vs. Rick Ross matchup on May 7th (49:50). In new music, Chris Brown's new single featuring Leon Thomas (1:01:48), tipping culture (1:21:45), and the latest on D4vd's arrest (1:26:53). Joe asks the room about Jet Ski rules (1:32:28), Druski is hosting the 2026 BET awards (1:39:40), and recent livestream clips of Adrien Broner (1:48:53). Also, Dame Dash's comments about Reasonable Doubt (1:59:45) leads to JAY-Z's new interview (2:05:25), Lexie Brown says she received death threats over the Klay-Meg fallout (2:18:34), Part of the Show (2:45:20), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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5/2/20262:59:21

Episode 924 | "Reasonable Expectations"

The latest episode from the JBP kicks off with a quick recap of Parks wife's birthday over the weekend (19:25) before turning to the news of Meg Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson's relationship coming to an end (45:17). A shooting takes place at the White House Correspondents' Dinner (1:40:33), Aries Spears asks DJ Vlad for more money (1:59:16), and the Hulk Hogan documentary hits Netflix (2:06:39). Also, the cops get called on Jim Jones at Lowe's (2:15:33), the NY Times releases their list of the 30 greatest songwriters (2:24:48), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

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4/29/20262:53:12