
Episode 426 | "Internet Executives"
On this episode: Joe discusses the internet backlash the pod has received (10:58), what he has tried to respect (12:52), how he talks to people (43:15), and not knowing how to let go (57:02). The guys review new music releases (1:08:10) including Rod Wave, Vic Mensa, Gallant (1:14:15), and Elhae feat. Masego (1:23:55) and ask if hip hop is unconventional (1:29:32). They recap Cassidy vs. Hitman Holla’s intense battle rap face off (1:40:05), Issa Rae’s new five-year, eight-figure deal with WarnerMedia (1:40:05), and Snowfall **SPOILER ALERT** (2:02:27). DaniLeigh’s mental health updates (2:06:43), women empowerment (2:09:03), Derrick Jaxn (2:12:22), and MORE! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden
27 Mar 20212h 48min

Episode 425 | "Tea Leaves"
Talk to 'em.
24 Mar 20213h 2min

Episode 424 | "The Nine"
On this episode: Joe, Parks, and a few Friends of the Show pay their respects to the Marvelous Marvin Hagler (11:00) and Shawn Bradley who recently suffered after a paralyzing bike accident (13:00). The guys discuss music and recap the 63rd Grammy Awards (16:10) with a debate over DaBaby’s pop star status (19:10), a review of Doja Cat’s performance (30:00), SaVon’s Justin Bieber support (36:00). Samaria Rice, mother of Tamir Rice, calls out Tamika Mallory and others of monopolizing racial injustices and using them for clout-chasing and performative purposes (48:00). The guys discuss Justin Laboy (1:11:00), new music (1:19:00), Salt bae antics (1:38:00), Rich the Kid’s LAX arrest (1:43:00), Deshaun Watson’s sexual assault allegations (2:00:00), and the Asian American hate crime murders in Atlanta (2:15:00). Saweetie’s tweets (2:23:00), Kanye West’s billionaire status (2:23:00), ‘Snow Fall’ (2:40:00), and MORE! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks of the Episode Joe | EST Gee - “30 Bopp” Ice | Klass Murda - “Theme Song” (Ft. Benny the Butcher) SaVon | Justin Bieber - “Peaches” (Ft. Daniel Caesar & Giveon) Parks | Charli Baltimore - “Stand Up” (Ft. Ghostface Killah) Alex | Elcamino - “Valentino Quarantine”
20 Mar 20213h 5min

Episode 423 | "The Sources"
On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal, and Parks jump into new music that dropped on Friday (17:25), including Blxst’s 2-pack (18:50), Benny The Butcher (20:15), and 070 Shake (27:00). The guys discuss A Boogie breaking up with his girlfriend (34:15), women asking questions that men don’t understand (37:40), Mal’s fear of flirting (40:40), how a man safely courts a woman with Joe (54:00), and how a woman knows when a guy likes her (1:00:40). Kanye West changes his number on Kim Kardashian (1:09:52), and VERZUZ announces a Ghostface/Raekwon battle (1:26:28). The guys recap Snowfall, John Singleton, and Freeway Rick Ross (1:51:40), and Stacey Dash apologizes for her past Trump support stating she “made a lot of mistakes” (2:03:35). Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez split, calling off a 2-year engagement (2:08:55), and Joe speaks to creating his own documentary (2:13:00). Boycotting the Grammy’s (2:27:35), canceling Pepé Le Pew (2:29:17), Rory’s Walt Disney diss (2:20:10), Mister Cee’s confession to Maino (2:38:25) and MORE! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden
13 Mar 20213h 10min

Episode 422 | "I Have An Ego"
On this episode: Rory brings up his issues with the JBN (17:12) including his experience at “See, The Thing Is…” (18:35). Joe and the guys recap NBA All Star Weekend (22:40), Daylyt’s skill level (27:30), LeBron James & Steph Curry’s bromance (29:11), and Joe’s own basketball performance (43:15). Oprah conducts an interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle (45:53) that strikes an eerie resemblance to Princess Diana’s tell-all from 25 years ago (53:00), and Piers Morgan storms off the set of ‘Good Morning Britain’ after receiving backlash over his comments towards the couple (1:07:18). The guys discuss the Woody Allen documentary, ‘Allen v. Farrow,’ (1:14:00) and share their opinions over Coming 2 America (1:22:55), including a *SPOILER ALERT* at (1:25:55). Swizz Beats and Timbaland sell Verzuz to Triller with both parties declining to disclose financial details regarding the sale (1:43:46). A call with Swizz Beats (1:54:26), Larry Jackson (1:59:53), a discussion over the Ambies Podcast Academy Awards (2:19:10), and MORE! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks of the Episode Joe | Phabo - “Come” Rory | Joyce Wrice - “On One” (Ft. Freddie Gibbs) Mal | Jae Skeese - “Suede Uppers” Parks | J.Arrr - “And 1”
10 Mar 20212h 55min

Episode 421 | "Spooky Time"
Joe and the guys kick off Episode 421 by discussing Mal & Rory’s fight over Sevyn (12:05), and their admission onto Azealia Banks’ love list (25:17). The guys review Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak’s single “Leave The Door Open” (31:50), and Joe shares his critique regarding perfection (40:15). Drake releases his 3-pack, “Scary Hours 2” (57:35), the guys review Lil Baby vs. Drake’s flow on “Wants and Needs” (1:05:20), and Rory shares his issues with the release (1:15:10). In business dealings, Jay-Z sells majority stake in Tidal to Jack Dorsey’s Square for $297 Million (1:43:00), and French electronic duo Daft Punk splits up (1:49:20). Photographer and NFT maximalist, J.N. Silva, joins the JBP to explain NFT (2:03:55), Papoose raps about cereal (2:45:00), Coming 2 America (3:04:30), and more! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks of the Episode Joe | Kyle Lux - “Are You in Love” Rory | Blu & Exile - “Dancing In The Rain” Mal | Ambré - “Fubu” Parks | Fashawn - “Life As a Shorty” (Ft. J. Mitchell)
6 Mar 20213h 33min

Episode 420 | "The Bud Den"
Joe kicks off Episode 420 by sharing his hate for Azealia Banks’ newly shared “love list” (12:18). The guys recap D’Angelo’s competition-free Verzuz (17:05), and Joe calls Adam22 after his recent interview with CyHi the Prynce (36:58). The guys discuss a potential Raekwon/Ghostface Verzuz battle (53:25), the kissing allegations against Governor Andrew Cuomo (59:05), and Texas Governor Greg Abbott announcing the end of the mask mandate (1:02:24). Another woman comes forward against T.I. in his sexual assault case (1:05:05), and Chris D’Elia gives an update on his child molestation allegations (1:06:40). SoundCloud introduces “fan-powered royalties” (1:15:45), which begs the question: How much longer will labels be around? (1:15:45) Joe discusses opening a dispensary in Detroit (1:38:26), Mall calls CyHi (1:59:20), a Julius Randle call (2:23:00), and MUCH MORE! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks of the Episode Joe | Manny Wellz - “So Good” Rory | Emotional Oranges - “Body & Soul” (Ft. Biig Piig) Mal | Chase Fetti - “Show Me” Parks | Devin the Dude - “P.L.A.N.S.A.” (Ft. Tony Mac)
3 Mar 20212h 56min

Episode 419 | "The Unicorn"
Joe and the guys kick off Episode 419 by addressing Drake's beef with Rory (5:20) and Joe feeling uncomfortable without structure (13:25). They discuss new music including Bryson Tiller, Curren$y, and Bruno Mars & Anderson Paak’s newly announced album as ‘Silk Sonic’ (19:10). LeBron James plans to A&R a new album (39:30), Twitter introduces a new pay-wall feature (49:23), and Live Nation announces the return of live events (1:21:20). Joe shares his history of crying at weddings and calls Safaree to confirm (1:26:30). The guys review the Patrice O’Neal documentary (1:48:50), Snowfall *SPOILER ALERT* (1:58:25), D’Angelo’s Verzuz (2:03:40), and what his format would be. A second Snowfall *SPOILER ALERT* (2:13:35) and much more! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks of the Episode: Joe | Tempest - “Not The Same” Rory | The Game - “360 Bars Freestyle” Mal | Majid Jordan - “Not Ashamed” Parks | D’Angelo - “Devil’s Pie”
27 Feb 20212h 46min