Joe calls the guys out for not being willing to attend a 'guys trip' without the permission of their significant other and explains the double standard between the dynamic (16:40). The crew then discuss Karen Civil vs the industry and Joe shares his stance (34:40), they compare Diddy and Jermaine Dupri's music catalogue, speculate Jodeci's hesitancy to face Dru Hill in a Verzuz (1:23:45) and revisits the conversation of southern Hip Hop acts being brought to mainstream notoriety due to New York influence (1:33:00). Also, Rolling Stone creates a list of their top 500 songs of all time (1:52:50), the Fugees reunion tour (2:06:50) 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 | Vedo - “Juicy” (Ft. Ari Lennox)   Ice | Suga J - “RESPECKFULLY”    Parks | Tha God Fahim & Your Old Droog - “Lost His away”    Ish | Kevin AntoniYo - “FMX” (Ft. Devvon Terrell & Mike Classic)

Are you willing to be considered an employee for your partner if that benefited the relationship financially? Joe shares his views on implementing a 1099-form if ever faced with the situation while dating. The guys also debate homeschooling your child compared to the standard format of education, the pros and cons of it, and why Joe is passionate about teaching his children the meaning of certain holidays. He then opens the conversation up to "stage parents" and harsher parenting styles (example: Joe Jackson, LaVar Ball, etc..) and if their method of parenting is effective and the cost of pushing your child to be great, JAY-Z evolving Hip Hop into mainstream ad-partnerships and MORE! A ton of constructive criticism from Ice and Ish this episode, as they have been consistent in holding Joe accountable.   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

Unlike the previous Verzuz battles that have taken place, Joe and the guys were in attendance for the event between Fat Joe and Ja Rule. Joe begins by stating how happy he was to be wrong about his prediction per the last episode (22:20). The crew also share their experience, recall Nelly and Ashanti's interactions and address Jermaine Dupree calling out Diddy for a Verzuz battle (1:17:15). Ice has a revelation about the podcat fans (1:38:50), Saweetie lands a deal with Hidden Vally Ranch and Crocs (1:56:10), 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 | Yebba - “Stand”   Ice | Infamou$ Inf - “Let Em Know”    Parks | Flee Lord & Roc Marciano - “Trim the Fat” (Ft. Stove God Cooks)    Ish | Big Boi & Sleepy Brown - “The Big Sleep is Over” (Ft. Kay-I) 

Joe continues to run through the streets of New York and on this episode he share's his experience at Fabolous's surprise party (26:30). The event inspired Joe to share is appreciation for Fabolous and also reflect on his own rap career (31:00). The guys then switch gears to debate the legalization of recreational drugs and guns (44:40), Joe runs into Trey Songz (1:06:10), and also predictions of the Ja Rule and Fat Joe Verzuz (1:15:05). The VMA's were filled with surprises yet Joe's biggest takeaway was Justin Bieber receiving the 'Artist of the Year' award (2:03:50), a call from Vince Staples which is always entertaining (2:52:00) 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 | Jacquees - “Bed Friend” (Ft. Queen Naija)   Ice | Joe Budden - “NBA” (Ft. Wiz Khalifa, Fabolous, & French Montana    Parks | Guilty Simpson & Gensu Dean - “Don’t Pull”   Ish | AZ - “The Ritual” (Ft. Conway The Machine & Lil Wayne)

Joe's trend of being 'outside' continues as he shares his time spent enjoying New York City's fashion week festivities. He also speaks to the music experience in his new car (18:40) and highlights new music that was released this week (30:12). Also, Common drops an insane freestyle on LA Leakers, the guys decide if Stephen A. Smith was justified in making changes to ESPN's First Take, and Sevyn Streeter joins the show and reveals a level of transparency most artists shy away from when sitting with Joe (1:14:20). And a quick recap of the NFL's season opener (2:23:10) 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 | Marie Dahlstrom - “Home With You”    Ice | Mozzy - “Straight to 4th”    Parks | Grip - “Hands Up!”   Ish | Grace Carter - “Blame” (Ft. Jacob Banks)

After sitting with Drake's 'Certified Lover Boy' album for the weekend, the crew discusses if their thoughts change toward the project since its release (17:15). Although Kanye's album dropped 2 weeks ago, it was the track that he didn't release that had everyone talking this weekend, specifically Andre 3000's featured verse (27:55). The crew debate why it was left off of the album and unanimously agree that 3 stacks should return to making music and Joe claims Andre 3000 is the second greatest rapper alive (46:40). Joe then opens up about his friendship with actor Michael K. Williams and reflects on his legacy and shares stories of how they crossed paths at some of their most vulnerable moments in life (1:24:30). The entire crew sends condolences to Michael's family and loved ones due to his untimely transition. 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 Budden - “Only Human” (Ft. Emanny) and “Poker In The Sky” 

The day has come. Drake drops the highly anticipated  "Certified Lover Boy" and Joe is in peak form yet again, breaking down the album as only he could. Highlighting his admiration for Drake's destinations-themed songs (7:50) and even retracts some of his past hate (22:10). He also challenges Drake to never rap with certain artists again, a deep dive on "7am on Bridle Path" (1:00:20), and a debate on how to properly rank the top tier artists catalogue to their previous works (1:57:00). The crew also give an early prediction on Fat Joe and Ja Rule's upcoming Verzuz (2:26:20), JAY-Z's verse on CLB (2:49:10) 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 | Omar Wilson - “Secret Garden” (Extended Mix) Ft. Sisqó, Shawn Stockman & Raheem DeVaughn   Ice | BIG30 - “No Hospital Gang”    Parks | J. Arrr - “Growth” (Ft. Elzhi)   Ish | Quincy Jones - “The Secret Garden” (Ft. Barry White, Al B. Sure!, James Ingram & El DeBarge

Leaks and early reveals have been a pattern surrounding Kanye and Drake's album rollouts, and Ye shares his frustration with Universal releasing his album without his consent (18:20). Joe and the crew also debate if Kanye is creating a new genre of music (46:15). He also provides additional arguments for the Kendrick Lamar and Drake tension (1:01:00), he shares the backstory of the photo he took with Snoh Aalegra (1:16:30), and how much he doesn't care about the Jake Paul boxing saga (1:25:50).   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 | rum.gold - “Fix Me”   Ice | Doodie Lo - “Don’t Worry” (Ft. Moneybagg Yo)   Parks | Lee “Scratch” Perry - “Disco Devil”

The spirit of New York City's music scene is nonexistent! Joe and the crew speak to the lack of musical diversity and shares his frustrations with the lack of originality in DJ'ing (5:55). Are we one step closer to see Drake and Kendrick Lamar collid? Joe doubledowns on his take from the previous pod after Kendrick drops a new verse calling out the "top 5 rappers" (37:10). Joe also gives more reasons as to why Kanye West is chasing Drake's album (22:50). ESPN released an apology for their broadcast alledegly being interupted and leaking Drake's album release date. Another valuable lesson learned in Hip Hop this past week and Mickey Factz issues an apology for comments he made on Drink Champs (1:30:40), Fat Joe's latest project being removed from streaming services (1:39:30), the crate challenge (1:48:35), OnlyFans reversing their policy on sex and Max Kellerman being removed from ESPN's First Take (2:19:15).   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 - “Meet Me In Amsterdam“    Ice | 42 Dugg - “Freshman Of The Year”    Ish | Meek Mill - “Sharing Locations” (Ft. Lil Baby & Lil Durk)

On the return episode from a brief hiatus, Joe celebrates and congratulates Parks and Rem on their amazing wedding (6:05). The guys are inspired by Park's attention to detail and share their experience at his untraditional yet astonishing ceremony! Ty Dolla $ign and DVSN deliver their collaboration album over the weekend which drew comparisons to Silk Sonic's recent work (1:07:40). Joe then shows his appreciation for Cleo Sol (1:22:00) and Tiwa Savage as they released new music as well (1:35:50) which also introduced a conversation regarding international marketing for artists (1:47:00). The heavy hitters in music are back with more antics as Kanye and Drake's never-ending tension seemed to reach a new level this past weekend (1:54:40), Kendrick Lamar announces new music is coming (2:17:50) and recap of Hot 97's Summer Jam Festival (2:36:00) 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 | Cleo Sol - “Sunshine”    Ice | Tsu Surf - “Until Further Notice”    Parks | Lord Finesse - “I Wanna Be Where You Are”    Ish | Dame D.O.L.L.A - “Overnight” (Ft. Blxst)