Episode 414 | "Mashed Potatoes"
On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal and Parks recap their Super Bowl weekends (23:48) by reviewing Joe’s chef, the Chiefs/Buccaneers game performance, The Weeknd’s trivial half-time show (40:00), Tom Brady (25:30), his verbal altercations with Tyrann Mathieu, and whether he or Serena Williams is the real GOAT (53:45). They discuss Malcolm & Marie (58:25), Netflix’s newest film starring Zendaya and John David Washington, and Rory shares his experience with getting his cords broken (1:13:55). Bow Wow and Papoose are retiring from rap (2:01:05), and the guys break down low self esteem (2:06:30) as well as the timing of a rapper’s retirement (2:28:20). Joe shares that he feels triggered by the retirement discussion, and Mal suggests that maybe he just wasn’t that good at making music (2:37:30). New close friends additions, contrasting threesomes, and much more! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks Joe | Victoria Monét - “F.U.C.K.” Rory | goodboy noah - “tie down” Mal | Sy Ari da Kid - “For Sade” Parks | Albee Al - “Cell” (Ft. Greaz)
10 Feb 20213h 10min
Episode 413 | "Pause"
On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal & Parks break down Cardi B’s newest single, “Up” (30:41), Chris Brown & G-Eazy’s remake of “Return of the Mack” (53:54), and more new music. Lil Uzi recently had a $24M pink diamond embedded into his forehead (1:36:30) and Lamar Odom is set to fight Aaron Carter in a celebrity boxing match (1:39:55). The guys discuss coparenting and how to explain cheating to your kids (1:47:00), and Jim Jones joins the JBP to talk ‘Drip Report,’ music, and more (2:12:00). Sleeper Picks Joe | Jim Jones - “State of the Union” (Ft. Rick Ross & Mark Scibilia) Rory | Jim Jones - “The King” Mal | Jim Jones - “Up in Harlem” Parks | Jim Jones - “Dust & Powder” (Ft. Jadakiss)
6 Feb 20213h 29min
Episode 412 | "Black History Year"
New studio, same energy! Joe announces his latest role at Patreon as the Head of Creator Equity and the launch of the new Patreon page designed for new content (1:07:35). The guys also discuss the controversy surrounding Chloe Bailey (35:20), speculation on why Jeff Bezos stepped down as CEO from Amazon (2:18:17), a recap on the recent documentaries the guys watch and Your Honor (2:24:15) and MUCH MORE! Sleeper Picks Joe | Kevin Ross - “God Is A Genius” Rory | Unsual Demont - “Pine” Mal | Roc Marciano - “Covid Cough” (Ft. Schoolboy Q) Parks | Tha God Fahim & Your Old Droog - “Cannon”
3 Feb 20213h 14min
Episode 411 | "Power of Numbers"
Joe, Rory, Mal & Parks kick off this episode by paying respect to a few legends: actress, Cicely Tyson, television & radio host, Larry King, and NBA reporter & analyst, Sekou Smith (22:33). Joe discusses Reddit’s impact on GameStop’s stock market frenzy (55:30), Azealia Banks’ newest direct mention (1:30:10), and DJ Akademiks (1:27:23). Waived by the Seattle Seahawks, Chad Wheeler made headlines as he faces charges of felony domestic violence against his girlfriend (1:39:44), and Conway the Machine joins the guys to discuss his album, Griselda, solo moves & more (2:01:28). Joe | Kenyon Dixon - “Sky’s the Limit” (Intro) Rory | Lloyd Banks - “Time To Chill” Mal | Conway The Machine - “Air Holez” (Ft. Westside Gunn) Parks | Joe Budden - “All In My Head” (Ft. Royce Da 5’9)
30 Jan 20213h 7min
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
