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 907 | "Panel of Experts"

B.Dot joins the cast in the latest episode from the JBP as the crew starts with T.I. and family continuing to diss 50 Cent (18:50) including Domani's 'Ms. Jackson' (41:08). In new music, CyHi shoots at J. Cole (59:40) and Bruno Mars drops 'The Romantic' (1:15:22). The 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees (1:41:35), Lil Yachty's interview with Bootleg Kev (1:46:28), Joe phones N.O.R.E. after his comments about rappers with podcasts (2:01:20),  the room reacts to comments from Aiysha Diaz on 'Earn Your Leisure' (2:13:45), 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

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1d ago3:06:39

Episode 906 |"Carnival Is Over"

The latest episode from the JBP starts with reaction to the controversy surrounding the British Academy Film Awards over the weekend (19:00). T.I. drops a diss record in response to 50 Cent (39:53), Floyd Mayweather is coming out of retirement (1:10:15), and the cast reacts to Dr. Cheyenne Bryant's appearance on Justin LaBoy's podcast in which she called men with multiple baby mothers womanizers (1:36:30). Also, **SPOILER ALERT** Season 2 of Paradise arrives (2:04:05), MetGala's next theme (2:23:50), Marc Lamont Hill discusses Gavin Newsome's comments in Atlanta (2:36:43), 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

3d ago2:57:54

Episode 905 | "Hertz Platinum"

The JBP kicks off its latest episode with new music starting with Baby Keem's 'Ca$ino' (24:50) before turning to Universal Music Group partnering with direct-to-consumer platform EVEN (45:30). The judge in Lil Durk's trial will allow some of the rappers lyrics to play a role (54:38), Adam Silver and the NBA are planning to put anti-tanking rules in place starting next season (1:14:50), and Joe revisits the America's Top Model documentary (1:27:45). Also, what happened with Mr. Tendernism (1:45:47), another viral video of Jim Jones (1:52:35), Marc Lamont Hill shares the story of a Florida father receiving a 37-year sentence (2:14:20), Part of the Show (2:25:33), 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

7d ago2:50:38

Episode 904 | "The Couch of Few Words"

The JBP begins its latest episode with a discussion on preparing your kids for college and future jobs before turning to their weekend which included a trip to see New Edition & Boyz II Men (30:35) as well as Jill Scott (47:48). The cast then reacts to their thoughts on NBA All-Star Weekend (56:40), Netflix's 'America's Next Top Model' Documentary (1:14:40), and Marc Lamont Hill shares his thoughts on the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson (1:35:20). Desus Nice announces a new youtube show (1:46:00), DJ Vlad's tweets cause quite the stir (1:57:54), and Lil Wayne fans respond to LaRussell's comments about the rapper (2:01:27). Also, Mike Tyson & Floyd Mayweather are set to fight in an exhibition match (2:34:00), Hitman Holla responds to the coverage of Geechi Gotti (2:40:50), 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: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden

10d ago2:52:59

Episode 903 | "That's Witty"

The JBP opens its latest episode discussing their plans for Valentine's Day (14:44) before turning to the passing of actor James Van Der Beek at age 48 (24:45). GloRilla tells her estranged sister to keep her family out of it (37:54), J. Cole's first-week sales and post-release marketing for 'The Fall-Off' (51:28), plus new music from Jill Scott, Victoria Monét, Brent Faiyaz, and others (1:37:00). Also, battle rapper Geechi Gotti gets arrested on drug charges (1:56:30), Michael Jackson's estate responds to Sexyy Red's attempt at a 'Beat It' remix (2:41:53), Attorney General Pam Bondi's testimony is going viral (2:53:05), Gene Simmons slams Hip-Hop once again (3:19:32), 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

14d ago3:42:57

Episode 902 | "The Value In Muting Up"

The JBP's latest episode begins with reactions to the Seattle Seahawks winning Super Bowl 60 over the New England Patriots along with a deep dive into Bad Bunny's halftime performance (18:42). The crew also discusses other performers at the Super Bowl (56:25) as well as the drama between Cardi B & Stefon Diggs (1:02:20), and Chris Brown's Instagram post following the halftime show (1:17:00). In NBA news, the cast reacts to the Hornets-Pistons fight (1:22:35), how much would you need to be paid to streak at the Super Bowl (1:42:48), and Zaire Franklin & Jeff Teague's back and forth on the Club 520 Podcast (1:42:28). Also, the viral video of Ja Rule, Uncle Murda, and Tony Yayo on a plane (2:01:15), GloRilla's family drama continues (2:15:28), J. Cole's album rollout (2:30:15), fans are upset at Summer Walker's meet and greet (2:38:50), 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

17d ago3:08:17

Episode 901 | "Loser Sibling"

The JBP opens its latest episode with a review of J. Cole's double album 'The Fall-Off' [Disc 29](19:09) and [Disc 39] (59:25). Additionally in new music, Ella Mai drops a new project along with a deluxe from Sasha Keable (1:39:05), GloRilla's sister says that she doesn't provide for her family (1:47:48), and the room shares their list of people they don't trust when they speak (2:19:00). Also, LaRussell signs with Roc Nation leaving fans and the cast split on his decision (2:28:15), the latest on Savannah Guthrie's missing mother (2:49:18), Marc shares a recent story involving Morris Brown's President Dr. Kevin James (2:56:25), 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

22d ago3:17:08

Episode 900 | "A Whole Tray of Ice"

The JBP hits 900 episodes as its latest dives into a recap of the 2026 Grammys (24:55) with the crew sharing their thoughts on the speeches and performances (44:25). Shakur Steveson beats Teofimo Lopez Jr. to become a four-division champion (1:21:56), Ice and Joe discuss Plies vs. Trick Daddy (1:36:48) before turning to a recap of Mike Will Made-It vs. Hit-Boy (1:44:30). T-Rex discusses his business dealings with URL (1:59:40), Lil Wayne's tweet about not being included in this year's Grammys (2:13:40), the room has a debate over a woman not taking a man's last name in marriage (2:34:34), 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

24d ago3:21:18

Episode 899 | "Gossip & Parlaying"

In the latest episode, the JBP dives right into new freestyles from J. Cole hosted by DJ Clue (17:27) which leads to Lloyd Banks vs. Fabolous (1:09:05). Friend of the Show Zaire Franklin joins the crew to discuss the upcoming Shakur Stevenson & Teofimo Lopez fight (1:47:00) as well as Grammy weekend (1:51:44), the internet is frying up Steph Curry for his Timbs (2:00:18), and Ray J discusses his health (2:06:08). Also, the JBP sends their thoughts to Don Lemon (2:12:18), Joe shares a story about a divorce that leads to a debate among the room (2:12:18) before then asking a few Hip-Hop questions about Sexyy Red & Young Thug (2:56:19), 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

29d ago3:15:54

Episode 898 | "Revenge Served Cold"

The JBP kicks off episode 898 with a recap of their weekend with the snow storm (11:50) before moving to Tracy Morgan going viral for an interaction with a homeless man (25:42). Joe reads a breakdown of what your income actually means (43:00), Jim Jones says he made Kid Cudi's career (1:02:00), and Kanye West issues an apology via the Wall Street Journal (1:19:00). Also, Alex Honnold free climbs Taipei 101 on Netflix (1:42:07), Akademiks vs. Lil Baby (1:55:20), Derrick Rose's jersey retirement (2:09:02), Joe has some words for Hip-Hop following Alex Pretti's killing in Minneapolis (2:20:35), Chad Hugo sues Pharrell (2:51:00), 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

1/28/20263:31:21

Episode 897 | "Company Tardy Policy"

The latest episode from the JBP opens with the snow storm that is slated to hit the east coast (17:51) before the cast predicts the winner of the Hit-Boy & Mike Will Made-It producer Verzuz (27:17). 21 Savage and Fivio Foreign exchange words (44:58), takeaways from the Oscars in which 'Sinners' earns a record 16 nominations (1:19:24), and Joe shares his review of the new Chris Pratt movie 'Mercy' (1:30:11). Drake appeals the dismissal of the "Not Like Us" lawsuit (1:33:34), Clipse, Leon Thomas, & Olivia Dean headline the list of performers for the 2026 Grammys (1:44:33), Valentine's Day plans (1:50:20), and the crew shows support to Vince Staples (1:58:27). Also, Jayson Tatum is an EP on Ella Mai's upcoming album (2:02:30), Charles Barkley's comments to ESPN lead to the Buss Family & the LA Lakers (2:24:12), Sebastian Telfair's appearance on 'The Pivot Podcast' (3:13:48), 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

1/24/20263:25:43

Episode 896 | "Young Men That Carry Arms"

The JBP kicks off its latest episode covering an internet debate of Common vs. Jadakiss (24:10) before turning to new music from T.I. (45:33). The room then has a conversation about creating and evaluating friendships (53:28), Claressa Shields calls in to a show to defend herself (1:23:30), and the crew shares their thoughts about two wedding stories (1:43:08). Also, Nike's new MLK sneaker (2:07:07), Keith Lee visits the viral 'tenderism' BBQ restaurant (2:15:50), Joe has a question for his castmates about the YMCA (2:28:56), Marc Lamont Hill recaps the back and forth between Nicki Minaj & Don Lemon, 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

1/21/20263:04:10

Episode 895 | "A Spirited Conversation"

The JBP begins its latest episode diving right into J. Cole's announcement of 'The Fall-Off' which included a new record hinting at a double disc (22:40), before turning to more new music with A$AP Rocky's 'Don't Be Dumb' (53:00) and Wiz Khalifa's 'Khatoic' (1:01:52). Worst Take returns with more NFL playoff predictions and John Harbaugh to the Giants (1:14:50), Anton Daniels vs. Corey Holcomb (1:29:50), and Jay Leno speaks out about his wife dealing with dementia (2:01:25). Also, **SPOILER ALERT** Joe shares his thoughts about 'His & Hers' on Netflix (2:27:04), Part of the Show (2:50:06), 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

1/17/20263:03:57

Episode 894 | "White-Ish Mamba"

The JBP kicks off its latest episode with a recap of the 2026 Golden Globes (33:18) which includes reactions to Anthony Anderson & Rocsi Diaz (52:50) as well as the award for best podcast (1:06:30). Worst Take returns as the cast covers Wild Card Weekend in the NFL including the Jaguars postgame press conference interaction between head coach Liam Coen & press reporter Lynn Jones-Turpin (1:09:00). Cam Newton interviews Lady London (1:26:43), Hot 97 announces Mero as the new host of its morning show (1:41:37), and Freekey Zekey releases old footage of an altercation between Dame Dash & Jim Jones (1:55:04). Also, LA Reid avoids trial (2:14:35), Druski's new skit (2:25:02), 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

1/14/20263:13:05

Episode 893 | "Authorized User"

The latest episode from the JBP begins with a conversation about trainers in the gym (24:54) before turning to New Jersey news as rapper Fetty Wap has been released from prison (38:57). The crew then discusses the tragedy in Minneapolis after Renee Nicole Good was killed by an ICE agent (49:33), new music including a single from Bruno Mars from his new album 'The Romantic' (1:39:15), and LA Reid's upcoming trial (2:04:48). The room covers storylines in the NFL and NBA (2:08:18), Dame Dash continues his beef with Charlamagne the God while the Cam'Ron & Jim Jones feud also continues (2:52:20), 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: www.patreon.com/joebudden

1/10/20263:13:26

Episode 892 | "We'll Talk When I See You"

Marc Lamont Hill returns to set in the latest episode from the JBP as the crew begins with allegations against singer and minister Donnie McClurkin (29:04) before turning to the viral video of a fight between TraxNYC and AKAY Diamonds (49:49). In the 'Worst Take' segment, the room shares their Super Bowl predictions as well as give praise to Browns Myles Garrett for setting the single season sack record (1:06:23), Netflix after dark? (1:13:43), and Pastor Jamal Bryant responds to criticism over his wife's dress at a charity event (1:33:20). Also, new music on the way from Bruno Mars, Ari Lennox, & Jill Scott (1:46:03), the United States capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro (1:58:40), Part of the Show (2:32:50), Joe makes a call on air (2:48:13), 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

1/7/20262:58:28

Episode 891 | "The Bane of My Existence"

The first episode of 2026 from the JBP begins with a recap of New Years for each member (15:59) as well as their resolutions and predictions (29:52). Drake & Adin Ross have been hit with a RICO lawsuit over alleged gambling scheme with Stake (40:15), Joe shares his thoughts about the recent stories involving NFL brothers Stefon Diggs & Trevon Diggs (1:01:00), and Doechii & SZA have a new single 'girl, get up.' (1:19:28). Uncle Murda and Skillz drop their 2025 Wrap Up songs (1:27:56), the room discusses lies you tell as a couple (1:48:23) which leads to a conversation about pet owners (1:58:45). Also, the JBP learns of Chevy Chase's history through a new documentary (2:17:42), Will Smith is being sued by a former employee (2:24:45), Part of the Show (2:57:45), 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

1/3/20263:13:54

Episode 890 | "Living Righteously"

The final JBP episode of 2025 kicks off with the cast recapping their Christmas holiday (33:00) before turning to the new record 'Let's Rap About It' from Maino, Jim Jones, Dave East, and Fabolous which has some bars aimed at 50 Cent (47:08). Christian and Justin Combs are starring in a new docuseries through Zeus Network reacting to the Puff trial (1:20:46), Kai Cenat says he's never going to be in a relationship again (1:41:41), and more accusations for Tyler Perry (2:08:52). Also, **SPOILER ALERT** Season 5 of Stranger Things (2:24:05) & the finale of Mayor of Kingstown (2:28:38), is smoking cigars performative (2:52:04), Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal car crash in Nigeria (2:58:48), aspirations for 2026 (3:10:00), 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

12/31/20253:26:29

Episode 889 | "Zeus Of Nazareth"

This Christmas Eve episode from the JBP kicks off with a weekend recap as QueenzFlip shares his experience attending Mona's comedy show (26:45) before the room turns to their thoughts on the Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul fight on Netflix this past Friday (36:30). Following the fight, Dave Chappelle dropped his new standup comedy special 'The Unstoppable' on Netflix (1:12:08), T.I.'s first comedy special 'Cheaper Than Therapy' (1:37:25), Nicki Minaj speaks at Turning Point USA's 'AmericaFest' (1:48:20), and the internet is upset at 21 Savage's movement (2:12:12). Also, the JBP listens to Young Buck's diss to Fat Joe (2:37:00) before recapping new music which includes an A$AP Rocky album teaser (2:46:58), Joe has a couple shoutouts (2:54:45), **Spoiler Alert** Mayor of Kingstown recap (2:58:10), Steelers WR DK Metcalf appeals his two-game suspension for an altercation with a fan (3:05:58), 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

12/24/20253:20:26

Episode 888 | "Digital Gloryhole"

The JBP begins its latest recording with Young Thug proposing to Mariah the Scientist at his Atlanta concert (25:15) before the crew reacts to Ice Spice's appearance for the premiere of the new Spongebob movie (38:10). 21 Savage's 'f*ck the streets' movement (38:10), Rams WR Puka Nacua issues an apology following a stream with Adin Ross (1:00:32), Joe shouts out the Knicks for winning the NBA Cup (1:25:34), and the room shares their most regrettable moments on TV (1:36:35). Charlamagne The God inks a five-year, $200 million deal with iHeartRadio (1:43:47), Netflix's business moves (2:00:00), and the rumors of new Hot 97 morning hosts (2:07:42). Also, the woman in the Coldplay concert kiss cam speaks out (2:26:05), Marc shares a news story from California (2:42:09), Keke Palmer interviews Blueface (3:15:00), Part of the Show (3:26:33), 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

12/20/20253:39:38