The JBP opens 2023 by welcoming back QueenzFlip & Melyssa Ford to the podcast. The crew starts off by sending out some condolences after a few deaths in the recent weeks (18:00). Next; the gang shares their reactions to Bills safety, Damar Hamlin, who suffered a cardiac arrest on the field earlier this week (22:22) and the responses from Skip Bayless & Shannon Sharpe (30:24). Joe asks the room what they did for New Years (42:45) and shares a story of his time in the Dominican Republic (47:15). Lastly, Bruce’s Beach will be sold back to LA County (1:07:13), one of Gucci Mane’s artists were arrested for murder which leads to a discussion about the current state of Hip-Hop (1:22:50), Tay-K speaks on his 55-year prison sentence (1:37:50), Black Sheep sues Universal for unpaid royalties (2:00:52), + MORE! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Ryan Destiny - “How Many” Ice | Arsonal Da Rebel (feat. Icewear Vezzo) - “Dumb Shit” Parks | Chinx, DJ Drama, & French Montana - “The Oath” Ish | Sara Diamond - “Riverside”

In the final episode of 2022, QueenzFlip rejoins the pod, and the collective share how they all spent their Christmas (14:22), in addition to covering the verdict in the Tory Lanez & Megan Thee Stallion case (29:07). Also, it seems that peace is in the air as Fredo Bang & NBA YoungBoy end their beef (1:20:59). Next, Joe reveals he did not receive any gifts for Christmas this year (1:28:20) and Derrick Rose still getting buckets off the court (1:37:35). Lastly, the guys cover Netflix trying to end password sharing (1:49:23), Ja Morant's signature Nike sneakers are on the way (2:16:34), the guys recap the past year (2:27:37), + MORE!   Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks: Joe | C.S. Armstrong - “DENNIS RODMAN” Ice | Sauce Walka (feat. Babyface Ray) - “Black Kings” Parks | Your Old Droog - “Here’s Johnny” Ish | Alijah Kai - “Ultimatums” QueenzFlip | Frank Sinatra - “My Way”

The JBP opens up the Saturday pod with discussions on Christmas and fashion (6:33) and why big hitters don’t usually release new music early in the year (12:55). At the time of recording, jury deliberations are underway in the Meg & Tory case (18:10). The judge who jailed Meek Mill has had all her criminal cases reassigned (29:25), and the guys also react to Pusha T breaking ties with G.O.O.D. Music (37:07). Next, Gucci faces backlash for a Harry Styles ad (57:42), Joe asks the room about their holiday plans and what they are thankful for this year (1:07:31), and QueenzFlip joins the show (1:39:45). Lastly, Wiz Khalifa says he wants a Verzuz against Lil Wayne (1:47:40) which leads to a debate over Busta Rhymes vs. Wayne (1:57:38), + MORE!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks: Joe | Alina Baraz - “Take It Home” Ice | Jim Jones, Stack Bundles, & J.R. Writer - “Ballin’ On Christmas” QueenzFlip | Otis Redding - “Try A Little Tenderness” Parks | Ransom & V Don (feat. 38 Spesh) - “Hit List” Ish | Kenyon Dixon & Jade Novah - “Here (For Christmas”

Joe opens up this episode with a response about his recent comments that went viral (1:00) & extends apologies to both Lil’ Fizz and Meg The Stallion (19:45). The guys give another round of updates on the trial between Meg & Tory Lanez (23:41). Next, Romeo Miller & Master P trade social media posts over family business (41:41), Bow Wow & Jermaine Dupri beef, and the release of the Miss Cleo documentary. And lastly, the guys unpack recent scams, including Bishop Whitehead & the ToonApp (1:20:18), Argentina winning the World Cup, which sparks conversation about the country’s history (1:31:18), ADIDAS announces Yeezy designs (1:50:20), The NFL weekend (2:09:54), + much more!   Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Leon Thomas - “Breaking Point” Ice | SleazyWorld Go (feat. Lil Baby) - “Sleazy Flow” Parks | Ab-Soul - “Gotta Rap”

The Meg and Tory case continues on as the guys react to the latest trial news after Kelsey takes the stand (19:57). Gunna is released from jail after pleading guilty to a state RICO charge (49:50), and speculation spreads on whether the Atlanta rapper snitched or not (52:07). Joe sends his condolences to the family and friends of Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss (1:20:00). Dr. Umar shares his thoughts about Wakanda Forever (1:25:17) and Elon Musk has suspended more accounts on Twitter (1:31:35). GloRilla is looking for a personal assistant (1:35:00), the NBA reveals its new trophies and awards (1:46:43), new music (2:12:36), + MORE!   Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden

In this episode, Joe and the guys begin by extending their thoughts to a few legends we lost this week (16:42). Akademiks joins the pod to discuss his current beefs & feud with Yung Miami (30:30). The Megan thee Stallion & Tory Lanez trial is underway as everyone shares their thoughts about the case and the potential ramifications for either party (42:00). Akademiks shares his pocket watching list for other content creators (1:27:00), the collective debates who is more prominent between Rogan & The Breakfast Club (1:46:44), revisiting Akademiks “I’m the prize” viral video (1:59:40), why he and Meek Mill had beef (2:16:43), Part of the Show (2:25:40), + MORE!    Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks: Joe | DESTIN CONRAD - “NOBODY KNOWS” Ice | West Philly Freck - “Carbon Monoxide” Parks | Stalley - “RED LIGHT” Ish | Honey - “Trouble”

The JBP kicks off Episode 585 with the recent news that Brittney Griner is coming home following a prisoner swap (17:45). Plenty of new music was released on Friday, including SZA (30:48) and A Boogie (1:00:20). Next, Nike files trademark infringement violations against two designers over its Air Jordan 1 and Dunk sneaker styles (1:11:56) & Van Jones apologizes to the Jewish community for Kanye’s antisemitic comments (1:19:00). The guys then address Irv Gotti’s recent statement that Cash Money is the greatest Hip-Hop label of all time (1:34:30). Part of the Show returns (2:02:22), Colts Linebacker Zaire Franklin joins the show (2:09:15), + MORE!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks: Joe | Lucky Daye - “Magic” Ice | Icewear Vezzo & DJ Drama (feat. Future) - “Certified” Parks | D FLOW - “Curtains To Drapes” Ish | Eric Bellinger - “BNB”

Joe opens the podcast with a recap of the Rupert Murdoch Documentary on HBO (9:56), followed by reactions to the recent news of Deion Sanders leaving Jackson State to take the head coaching job at Colorado (24:22). Boosie responds to Gabrielle Union’s comments about him from a 2021 interview (53:00), Joe allows Ice and Ish to explain their lack of knowledge with Kirk Franklin’s “Melodies of Heaven” (1:02:20), and Summer Walker is in search of an assistant (1:11:40). Also, Joe reviews his hate list (1:27:00), SZA is dropping an album soon (1:32:30), Part of the Show returns (2:15:41), + MORE! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | Reggie Becton & Kenyon Dixon - “Rm. 143 (Remix)” Ice | Omeretta the Great (feat. Key Glock) - “My Way” Parks | Feid & DJ Premier - “Le Pido a DIOS” Ish | Amaria (feat. DESTIN CONRAD) - “All For You”

The gang picks up where the last episode left off as Joe had no idea people would hate on his triple-double (12:48). Chris Paul gets outed by Kanye West after a Twitter rant (25:45), which followed antisemitic comments earlier in the day on Alex Jones show (29:34). GMA3 news anchors, T.J. Holmes & Amy Robach allegedly had an affair (47:30), new music (1:20:07) and Joe calls his former High School teammate Curtis Small to help convince the guys about his game vs. Oak Hill (1:33:10). Lastly, LeBron James addresses the media (1:48:25), breaking down the movie trailers for Cocaine Bear & Transformers (1:56:09), Alex Hunter is no longer receiving his alimony checks from Wendy Williams (2:09:54), + MORE! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks: Joe | Shaylin B - “Magic” Ice | Desirée - “Nobody Else” Parks | Parks (feat. Passport Gift, David Bars, & Rasheed Chappell) - “Thank You” Ish | RINI - “Your Eyes”

On this week’s episode, Parks begins by recapping his experience at his wife’s High School reunion over the weekend (15:30). Joe then plays an audio clip from an old teammate who says he had a triple-double against Oak Hill Academy (23:40) and the guys pay tribute to a close friend & legend, Hovain, who passed away over the weekend (30:38). Lastly, Balenciaga sues production company behind its controversial ad campaign (1:06:57), Meek Mill and Rick Ross reunite (1:28:36), praising the Soul Train Awards (1:47:15), Part of the Show (1:56:01), + MORE!   Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks: Joe | Marie Dahlstrøm feat. Delleile Ankrah - “Clouds” Ice | RAAHiiM - “Spin the Block” Parks | Rome Streetz feat. Armani Caesar - “Armed & Dangerous” Ish | Madison Paris - “Mine”