The Joe Budden Podcast Episode 862 | "The Donut Shop"
Sep 20, 2025
Mona Love, a comedian and entrepreneur, joins as a co-host, bringing humor and fresh cultural insights. The conversation dives into Cardi B’s new album, exploring standout tracks and production quality. A shocking case involving singer D4vd unfolds as a body is discovered in his car, raising serious questions. The panel also discusses Dame Dash's lawsuit against Cam'ron, the implications of ABC's suspension of Jimmy Kimmel, and Joe's scathing review of Jordan Peele’s latest film. Mona shares her thoughts on her debut in the crew, rounding out a lively discussion.
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Cardi's Sophomore Balance
- Cardi B's new album balances big production, features, and aggressive disses while keeping her likable personality front‑and‑center.
- The record lands for multiple demos (strip clubs, pop, women) but sequencing and length slightly weaken its narrative arc.
Disses As Cultural Currency
- Cardi uses diss tracks strategically to dominate cultural narratives and reinstate her persona.
- That directness fuels streaming and word‑of‑mouth even if it court controversies.
Stagger Big Singles After Life Events
- If you're an artist with major life events, plan rollout to stagger big records and maintain momentum.
- Save marquee singles for post‑release rollout to extend an album's commercial life.