On the anniversary of Mood Muzik 4, the guys decide to give Joe Budden his flowers for his 4th and final installment to the Mood Muzik series (9:20). The crew then debates if Joe is a 'mama's boy' (23:00), recaps Joe's weekend in Washington D.C. and discuss why the district isn't yet legalized as an official state (39:30). The crew also highlight Meek Mill's tweets claiming he never received any money from music labels (54:30), a fan gifting Tom Brady his 600th touchdown ball (1:58:50) 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 | Joe Budden - “Come Along” & Joe Budden - “Black Cloud” Ice | Joe Budden - “Broken Wings Freestyle” Parks | Joe Budden - “Sober Up” (Ft. Crooked I) Ish | Joe Budden - “Russian Roulette Freestyle”

Fortunately for the Joe Budden Podcast and the fans, the heavy hitters of Hip Hop are continuing to drop music! This week, Wale released his project "Folarin II" and Big Sean dropped a single. Joe and the crew speculate the irony of the two rappers releasing music the same day (14:50). Ice believes Big Sean could possibly be sending subliminal messages to Kendrick Lamar (25:00) and explains why Instagram ended the diss songs in Hip Hop (36:10). In addition, Joe expresses how proud he is of Wale's resilience as an artist (43:00), J. Cole claiming to be the best on the west coast (52:55), Alec Baldwin's fatal incident while filming a movie (1:09:00) and an update on Pooh Shiesty and NBA YoungBoy's legal issues (1:25:30). Also, the NBA released their top 75 players of all time list (1:35:15), Joe attends the Knicks season opener (1:57:50) 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 | PJ Morton - “Please Don’t Walk Away” Ice | Maxo Kream - “WHAT I LOOK LIKE” (Ft. Freddie Gibbs) Parks | Ransom - “Pray For The Weak” (Ft. The Game & Rome Streetz) Ish | Dibasi - “Intro”

Unlike previous Verzuz recaps, Joe shared his desire to not criticize but appreciate two of Hip Hop's greatest legends (Big Daddy Kane and KRS-One) as they performed their timeless catalogue of hits  (23:10). Joe explained the nostalgia he endured while viewing the Verzuz and emphasized how pivotal both emcee's are to the evolution of Hip Hop (32:00). The crew then discuss the viral clip of a young man who attempted to steal another mans car at a gas station which lead to a discussion regarding this current generation not fearing consequences (1:04:45). Howard University students protest due to alleged poor living conditions (1:45:30), the crew remembers Colin Powell (2:05:30), an update on the Ben Simmons saga (2:09:30) 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 | Tone Stith - “Do I Ever” (Ft. Chris Brown) Ice | Stack Bundes - “Look N**** U Food” Parks | Roc Marciano & Nicholas Craven - “1000 Mile Stare” Ish | Rotimi - “What To Do”

Joe kicks things off by explaining to Ice and Ish the lifestyle changes that are required when taking the pod on the road and flirts with the idea of a JBP Tour (15:00). Adele's made her return to music with a new single and the guys react (29:00). Summer Walker also releases her first single (38:35), which worries Ice as he feels she's going in a different direction musically from her previous album (45:00). The trend of Hip Hop's biggest acts dropping music continues as Young Thug released a new album (54:10), Gucci Mane's impact on Atlanta artists (1:05:30), and Lil Durk says he's "PISSED OFF" in his latest song (1:13:50). Kyrie Irving's decision to not get vaccinated has caused an uproar in sports media (1:25:55), the crew deep dives into conspiracies regarding the government enforcing human microchips on citizens (1:54:15), Netflix employees boycotting the streaming service due to Dave Chappelle (2:10:30) 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 | RINI - “Over Some Wine” (Ft. Maeta) Ice | Payroll Giovanni - “Hustle Muzik 4” Parks | Young Thug - “Day Before” (Ft. Mac Miller) Ish | Lil Durk - “Pissed Me Off”

Although Meek Mill released music on his new album, 'Expensive Pain', he's garnered attention primarily for the album's artwork (25:00). Joe and the crew debate if plastering his explicit cover art on public buses is a strategic marketing tactic or was it simply a misstep on Meek and his team (40:30). Summer Walker reveals an engaging tracklist/timeline for her new album (49:55) which includes a narration titled "Ciara's Prayer" and leads to an interesting discussion around Ciara and Russell Wilson's dynamic (55:30). Also, this past weekend was filled with sports events lead by, Deontay Wilder losing to Tyson Fury (1:23:45), Jon Gruden leaked emails (1:45:25), 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 Toliver - “Swangin’ On Westheimer” Ice | Icewear Vezzo - “Get Bacc” Parks | Dj Swet & Milano Constantine - “Block Work” Ish | Kane Brown - “Blessed & Free” (H.E.R.)

It's been documented how much of a fan Joe is of Dave Chappelle and his work. The crew begins with a recap of his latest Netflix special, "The Closer" and discusses the backlash Dave received from critics (26:30). Joe also shares how much he enjoys Don Toliver's new album (47:20), artists in New York not being as united as the south (58:10), 18 former NBA players being charged with fraud (1:18:05), is it hard being faithful when you have money (1:38:15) and Parks enjoyed Joe's conversation with Neil deGrasse Tyson ( 1:52:15) 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 | Kali Claire - “Temporary Feels” (Jvck James) Ice | Arsonal Da Rebel - “Genius” Parks | Papoose - “Cold Winter” (Ft. Passport Gift) Ish | Piff Marti - “Boys Do Cry”

The Facebook outage had everyone in disarray as Instagram and WhatsApp were also unavailable due to the untimely disruption (16:35). As a result, Joe reflects on Facebook's influence and its role in society's everyday life (31:00). Parks also asks if Facebook has too much power which leads to an interesting debate on the flawed "American Dream" concept (44:00). Lil Boosie was removed from his most recent tour (57:50), the crew speculates on the latest Verzuz matchup between Big Daddy Kane and KRS-One (1:06:15), Summer Walker announces her album release date (1:33:00), and Lil Nas X recent controversial tweets (1:53:00). The collective review Lil Durk's top 50 rappers list (2:10:15), and Joe takes a look ahead at Deontay Wilder vs Tyson Fury (2:29:30) 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 | Stokley - "Rush" (Ft. H.E.R) Ice | Cashma - "IN MY GLORY" Parks | Lute - "GED" Ish | Ryan Trey - "Pressure"

Ish makes his return, which the guys discuss throughout the pod. This has been a great year for Hip Hop, as many of the top artists released music this year and, Meek Mill continues that trend with his latest project 'EXPENSIVE PAIN' (13:15). Joe and the crew also discuss Wale's new song featuring J. Cole (36:15), look forward to the BET Hip Hop Awards (53:10), and the Super Halftime performers were announced (1:00:35) (included Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, and MORE). Netflix announces Dave Chappelle's new standup (1:19:15), the U.S. running out of money (1:37:40), 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 | Kitty Ca$h - “Just Fine” (Ft. Kiana Ledé) Ice | RedCafe - “Drug Money” (Ft. Benny The Butcher) Parks | Dark Lo & Havoc - “Make It Home” (Ft. Vado) Ish | Meek Mill - “Blue Notes II” (Ft. Lil Uzi Vert)

Joe removes all New York bias in this episode, showing love to Yo Gotti and highlighting his success at his record label and his recent investments outside of music (15:25). R. Kelly has been found guilty in his ongoing legal issues, Joe celebrates a year of being independent as a podcaster and why it was necessary to take a new path (43:50). Also, Rihanna reveals her new music will sound completely different, New York hospitals firing healthcare workers for not being vaccinated (1:20:50), a recap of this past weekend's battle rap cards, 50 Cent deserving more recognition for his role at Starz (1:54:20) 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 | Allen Stone - “Is This Love” Ice | PG RA - “Selfish” (Ft. 6LACK) Parks | Stove God Cooks - “That’s the Game”

Joe and the guys analyze J.Cole's Heaven's EP as it sparks a number of talking points (11:35). First, Parks claims J. Cole as the second-best rapper of today which sparks the debate amongst the crew. Joe also questions if there are any subliminal lyrics towards Drake and refuses to instigate any other rap beef going forward (22:00). Lil Wayne has returned to peak lyrical form which the guys highlight (29:15), in addition to giving Lucky Daye his flowers (51:10) and covering new music from Anthony Hamilton, NBA YoungBoy, and others(56:30). Ish owes Wyclef an apology (1:40:00), DJ Mustard's studio rules (1:44:25), and Joe recaps his latest binge-able, 'Squid Game' (2:02:30)   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 | Asiahn - “Fall Back” Ice | Nia Sultana - “Ambience” Parks | Westside Gunn - “Bash Money” (Ft. Lil Wayne) Ish | Ne-Yo - “What If”