Episode 410 | "I Can't Believe It's Not Butter"
The guys jump into this episode by revisiting DaniLeigh’s “Yellow Bone” song and reviewing her apology in addressing colorism (29:20). Joe shares his hot take on One Night in Miami (33:25), Trey Songz gets into a fight with a police officer (40:02), and Ace Hood reveals why he left DJ Khaled’s label in a new Drink Champs interview (43:35). Venture capital firms have approached Clubhouse founders in leading its next round of funding at a $1 billion valuation (53:15). LEGO & Universal announce their new deal in launching a new music video making app for children (1:40:33), and City Girls & DaBaby join BRS Kash on the new “Throat Baby” remix. Finally, after an exciting weekend of playoff madness, the guys share their Super Bowl picks (2:18:00). Sleeper Picks Joe | Eric Bellinger & Hitmaka - “Only You” Rory | Oranj Goodman - “LSD.Wav//Scream Out Loud” Mal | Ye Ali - “Signs” (Ft. Lyfe Harris) Parks | Bun B & LE$ - “How It Go”
27 Jan 20212h 49min
Episode 409 | "Chin Check"
On this episode: The guys recap Ashanti & Keyshia Cole’s Verzuz battle (18:27), while Joe addresses his personal bias towards Keyshia (39:30). They discuss the recent inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris (1:07:41) as well as Conway and Griselda’s alleged beef (1:21:50). DaniLeigh receives backlash after previewing her upcoming song, “Yellow Bone” (1:26:22), and Rory wants to move the podcast to Texas (1:29:30). The guys further review the Tiger Woods documentary, addressing the effects of his upbringing (1:50:11), and Snoh Aalegra receives backlash for covering Usher’s “U Remind Me” (2:04:48). Sleeper Picks Joe | NBDY - “Used To” (Acoustic) Rory | Little Brother - “Life of the Party” (Ft. Carlitta Durand & Skillz) Mal | K. Forest - “Tippin” (Ft. Jaiden) Parks | Pharoahe Monch & Th1rt3en - “Amnesia”
23 Jan 20212h 44min
Episode 408 | "Pomp It Up"
On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal & Parks prepare for the upcoming Ashanti/Keyshia Cole Verzuz battle and share their final takes (18:20). The guys honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.‘s legacy in light of this past MLK Day (29:01), and Joe finds a problem with Funk Flex’s list of the Top 50 Greatest MC’s (53:18). Entrepreneur and technology investor, Anthony Pompliano, joins the show to breakdown Bitcoin to give the guys a better understanding of the cryptocurrency (1:23:30), and the guys address the recently aired Tiger Woods documentary on HBO MAX (2:34:35). Sleeper Picks Joe | Danileigh - “Situations” Rory | Gallant - “Comeback.” Mal | 7xvethegenius - “Break Soul” Parks | Blicka Don - "Ramsey's Place"
20 Jan 20212h 59min
Episode 407 | "Your Why"
Joe and the guys review the most downloaded apps of 2020 (14:32), and it looks like Joe’s getting into women’s business with the launch of a new show on the Joe Budden Network (17:27). James Harden is headed to the Brooklyn Nets to join KD & Kyrie (37:20). While this affects Joe’s roster, Mal explains why he thinks James Harden should be a 6th man (1:00:17). Joe speaks directly to entitled artists (1:04:05) and addresses Spotify’s stock slipping following analyst doubts over the company’s direction (1:32:20). As for other business dealings, Verzuz and NFL are partnering for this year’s Pro Bowl to showcase players’ position highlights (1:39:45) and Lamar Odom signs a celebrity boxing deal (1:55:20). Finally, Joe breaks down Bitcoin for dummy’s, as it reached it’s all-time high (2:04:03). Sleeper Picks Joe | SZA - “Good Days” Rory | James Fauntleroy - “Take Me” Mal | Mac Ayres - “Jumping Off The Moon” Parks | Black Rob - “You Know What”
16 Jan 20212h 52min
Episode 406 | "A Gaping Hole"
A loaded episode this week as Rory makes his return in-person to the pod and Joe shares his concerns about Rory's arrival (15:35). Also, over the weekend Joe analyzed the U.S. Capitol breach and had a message for the participants (21:38), Mal gets a tarot card reading on the podcast which exposes his love-life (43:00), and a Drake dropbox file with unreleased music is leaked which the guys react to (1:10:20). In addition, the guys discuss how dangerous a new law that was passed which allows lyrics to be used against artist in court (1:57:50) and a new Covid-19 bill that demands the government provides information on any potential UFO's (2:16:40) and more on this loaded episode! Sleeper Picks Joe | Mac Ayres - “Easy” Rory | Emotional Oranges - “Bonafide” (Ft. Chiiild) Mal | Sy Ari Da Kid - “The Last Goat” Parks | Navy Blue - “Breathe” (Ft. Yasiin Bey)
13 Jan 20212h 47min
Episode 405 | "Who's In the Audience?"
The first full week of the new year and Joe gives his take on it. He also asks the guys what the first week has taught them (6:27). In addition, everyone reacts to the U.S. Capitol building being breached by Trump supporters and share's their theories on how something like this could happen (26:09). While revisiting a previous conversation, Joe and Rory still believe that Ashanti is avoiding her Verzuz battle with Keyshia Cole (1:05:06). Also, the guys highlight Jazmine Sullivan's new EP "Heaux Tales" (1:20:20), an update on Nicki Minaj vs Tracy Chapman sample dispute (2:15:38) and a discussion on the Black Eyed Peas not being considered a black rap group (2:36:40) and more! Sleeper Picks Joe | Jazmine Sullivan - “Girl Like Me” (Ft H.E.R.) Rory | Mac Ayres - “Where U Goin’ Tonight” Mal | Uncle Murda - “Russian Roulette” Parks | J Dilla & MF Doom - “Sniper Elite”
9 Jan 20213h 6min
Episode 404 | "Think What You Want"
Joe ensures the energy for the New Year is at its peak with a reminder that he's not concerned with how people feel in 2021. Shortly after, the guys begin with comparing the annual year-end wrap ups from Uncle Murda and Mad Skillz (17:05) and Joe asks the crew what their expectations are from music in the new is (26:40). They also revisit the tension between Eminem and Snoop Dogg after Eminem responded to Snoop's statements (47:05), the world renowned Dr. Anthony Fauci calls in to discuss Covid-19 (1:25:40), the crew pays respects to MF Doom and his legacy (1:55:50) while also hearing from Julius Randle (2:36:55) and Damian Lillard on this loaded podcast episode! All this and more on the first show in the new year! Sleeper Picks Joe | DJ Tunez - “PAMI” (Ft. Wizkid, Adekunle Gold & Omah Lay) Rory | Tailz - “OMW” Mal | Azealia Banks - “6 Flags” (Ft. Slim Dollars) Parks | MF Doom - "Figaro"
6 Jan 20213h 16min
Episode 403 | "Present In the Moment"
Joe, Mal, and Parks hold it down while Rorys is out and end the year off with showing gratitude while reflecting on the unpredictable year 2020 has been (8:00). Meek Mill had an exchange with a fan on CH (33:10) and Joe share's his thoughts on people confronting him on the app as well. Also, Young Thug had interesting things to say about Jay-Z and Lil Wayne (1:02:00), a debate on if Drake's career is over (1:18:00) and much more on the final episode of 2020! Your Honor (1:39:00) *Potential Spoiler Alert* Sleeper Picks Joe | Vory - “This Side” (Ft. Landstrip Chip) Mal | 38 Spesh - “Under The Table” Parks | 38 Spesh - “Route 38”
30 Des 20202h 12min
