After an unexpected week off, Joe and the guys return and share their thoughts on all they've missed—recapping their week and the recent breakup of yet another podcast, Desus & Mero (39:00). Next, Ice covers the Rolling Loud festival (56:30), DVSN's new song disappoints (1:10:30), and the new generation of R&B artists' infatuation with being toxic (1:31:30). Lastly, the guy talks about Drake trolling Joe (2:11:35), Sports updates (2:34:45) and 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 | Zerimar - “Differently” Ice | Mon$ter & Big Flock - “Cappin” Parks | David Bars “Unorthodox” (Prod. Parks & Passport Gift) Ish | Jeremy Zucker - “comethru”

Joe and the gang kick things off with Boosie and Styles P's unusual encounters with police officers (14:10). Next, Joe responds to N.O.R.E's cryptic tweets (38:45), the guys discuss new music (56:50), and Ne-Yo joins the show (1:10:00). The R&B legend addresses his Lucky Daye story (1:18:10), his latest album (1:20:40), his thoughts on Verzuz and shares stories involving Prince (1:35:30) +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 | Ne-Yo - “After Party” Ice | Rowdy Rebel - “Master P” (Ft. French Montana) Parks | DJ Premier & Nas - “Beat Breaks” Ish | Phabo - “Luv Me Back”

Gatekeepers in Hip Hop have always existed, and Conway the Machine accuses Funkmaster Flex of being one of them. First, the crew discusses the beef between the emcee and legendary DJ (14:35) and Cardi B's latest beef with The Shade Room (36:45). Next, Mario received backlash for working with Tory Lanez, and the guys debate if Ne-Yo was "clout chasing" (1:35:00) and Lloyd Banks joins the pod (1:58:40).   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 | 6lack - “UMI Says” Ice | Gucci Mane - “All Dz Chainz” (Ft. Lil Baby) Parks | Westside Gunn - “Horses on Sunset” (Ft. Stove God Cooks) Ish | Jazmine Sullivan - “Girl Like Me” (H.E.R.)

Joe kicks things off by recapping his dinner with entrepreneur, Gary Vee (13:20). The guys also discuss new music (19:25), the influence of tattoos, and a bodega stabbing (1:16:40). Next, the guys react to Isaiah Thomas's new beef with Michael Jordan (1:55:30), the Part of the Show segment (2:13:15) and 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 | Stefan Mahendra - “Orbit” Ice | Arsonal Da Rebel - “City Boy Anthem” Parks | Joey Bada$$ - “Survivors Guilt” Ish | Vedo & OG Parker - “Face Down”

Although the news cycle did not favor Joe and the gang, they still managed to come out on top with various topics. They kick things off discussing the importance of spending time with their families (18:15), Michael Rubin's celebrity-filled party (32:55), and how DSP's are shadowbanning artists (42:45). Next, the guys debate the proper etiquette while double dating (1:04:35), Joe's time spent in Miami (1:11:10), Ish compares the United States to Game of Thrones (1:33:00) and MORE! For more content 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 | THEY. - “Comfortable” (Ft. Fana Hues) Ice | Money Man - “Corrupted” Parks | G Perico - “That’s My Dawg” Ish | Eric Bellinger & Tank - “Goin Dutch” (Ft. Shawn Stockman)

Strong opinions can sometimes backfire, and Ice is starting to learn the hard way as he decides to implement a new rule for himself (16:30). The guys also discuss Cardi B's latest single (20:30), Usher's Tinydesk performance (37:30), and if he'd win a Verzuz against Chris Brown (41:45). Next, they discuss R. Kelly's 30-year prison sentence (1:03:00), a wild NBA Free Agency (1:23:10), the latest TV shows they're tuned in to (1:45:20), and 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 | Don Altae - “Chocolate Girls” Ice | Mozzy - “Lurkin” (Ft. EST Gee) Parks | CRIMEAPPLE & DJ Skizz - “Wonder Years” Ish | OFF TOP - “Lap Dance” (Ft. Eric Bellinger)

The guys kick things off by recapping a loaded BET Awards weekend (22:25). Then, after a seemingly low projection of first-week sales, Joe calls for an investigation of Chris Brown's album sales (51:10), and the guys tap into conspiracy mode (59:35). Lastly, Joe discusses Kyrie Irving opting into his contract with the Brooklyn Nets (1:37:10); Ice believes Wale would sweep J. Cole in a Verzuz battle (2:02:00), and a variety of other topics the guys discuss!   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 | Givēon - “Tryna Be” Ice | Lloyd Banks - “Menace” (Ft. Conway The Machine) Parks | Chance the Rapper - “The Highs & The Lows” (Ft. Joey Bada$$) Ish | Idman - “Look At What I’m Doing To You”

This episode is filled with R&B discussions, and apologies were given to Mario after his Verzuz proved he outperformed Omarion (14:25). Next, the crew recap Chris Brown's new album (51:40), an update on Lil Tjay's recovery (1:18:20), and Roe V Wade details (1:32:15). Lastly, the guys cover the NBA Draft (1:57:20) and MORE!   Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things J.B.P.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks Joe | Vory - “Do Not Distrub” (Ft. NAV & Bleu) Ice | Lil Durk - “Huuuh” Parks | Lupe Fiasco - “ON FAUX NEM” Ish | Ray J - “Brown Sugar” (Ft. Lil Wayne)

Beyonce returns with her new single, "Break My Soul," as she also announced a new album this past week (16:50). Next, the crew covers H.E.R.'s lawsuit against her label (1:18:35), and Ish gives his opinion on Pergola's new lawsuit (1:36:30). Also, Ice spreads the news of Google's new A.I. developments (1:59:15), the return of the "Part of the Show" segment (2:21:40), and MORE!   Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things J.B.P.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks Joe | Chlöe - “Surprise” Ice | Kevin Gates - “Intro” Parks | Daniel Son & Futurewave - “Field Trips” Ish | Ambré - “3 Peat”

The guys kick off the pod discussing Drake’s surprise album “Honestly, Nevermind” (04:15). Ish gives Joe his flowers for predicting Golden State winning the NBA championship (44:30). Joe talks about Logic’s new album (1:20:45). Residents of Marcy Houses react to the Bitcoin program (1:30:30). The guys look forward to Father’s Day (2:05:00) + MORE! Sleepers: Joe | THEY. - “Blü Moon” Ice | Kevin Gates - “Steppin” Parks | REASON - “Is What It Is” (Ft. Jay Rock) Ish | Josiah Bassey & L. Jean - “Pressure” Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things J.B.P.: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden