On this episode: Joe starts off with the discussing the spice that appears in the close friends. The guys discuss Jay-Z's surprise verse on Kanye West's upcoming album (19:50), going through your partners phone (42:45), and Lupe Fiasco disses Royce and he responds (1:04:00). The guys also show love to the Milwaukee Bucks and more!   Become a Patron of the 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 | Chiiild - “Awake” (Ft. Mahalia)    Ice | EST Gee - “No Friends” (Ft. Yo Gotti & 42 Dugg)   Parks | Rigz - “Misled”   Ish | Passport Rav- “Cali Breeze” (Ft. The Musalini)

After taking an episode off this past weekend, Joe and the guys return and Parks shares his experience celebrating his bachelor party festivities (17:50). The world lost a true Hip Hop icon as Biz Markie transitioned at age 57, the crew reflects on his impact and reads a word from Quest Love (28:20). Also, Joe discovers the involvement Henry Ford had in the creation of airplanes (43:20), he then highlights the evolution of Kanye West while also addressing Justin Laboy's antics on social media (54:20). The guys give a recap on Pop Smoke's latest album (1:19:05), Joe explains why getting off hate isn't really hate, a Space Jam review (2:03:25) and crew debates who won at the latest URL event (Arsenal vs Real Sikh) (2:09:50). Become a Patron of the 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 | Normani - “Wild Side” (Ft. Cardi B)    Ice | Paris Price - “Killing Me Slowly” (Ft. Chris Patrick & Dende)   Parks | Rasheed Chappell - “Seance”   Ish | EST Gee - “Capitol 1”

In typical Joe Budden fashion, Pier 1 seems to be forgotten since its nationwide closures but Joe refuses to let the memory of the once prominent furniture store perish (13:10). Soon-after, leads the guys to a conversation dedicated to the etiquette of how to co-exist with an ex; stemming from the recent speculation of G Herbo appearing at his ex's party this past weekend (18:50). Stephen A. Smith finds himself in headlines after making insensitive comments regarding MLB's superstar Shohei Ohtani and not being held accountable for addressing Nigerian Olympic basketball players with the same respect (41:40), and Ice asks who has the 'Song of The Summer' thus far (1:10:00). Also, friend of the show, T-Pain begs for more creativity in music (1:16:35), DaBaby teaches a few kids a life-long lesson about attempting to hustle backwards (1:35:15) and MORE!   Become a Patron of the 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 | 3 Doors Down - “Here Without You”    Ice | Loose Kannon Takeoff - “Run Game” (Ft. Doodie Lo)   Parks | IDK - “1995”   Ish | Yalee - “Like Money”

The boy strikes again! Drake appears to be spotted on a date at Dodger's Stadium which sends the internet in a frenzy. Joe and the guys debate if this is apart of a rollout or was Drake and his date caught slipping (15:50). Snoh Aalegra returns with her new album; compelling Joe to share his love for her music and showing appreciation for the current songstresses in R&B (33:45), including a Mariah the Scientist lyric breakdown (45:10). Juvenile and Mannie Fresh encourage people to get vaccinated by remaking a classic song (59:15) and Wale taking a break from social media due to health concerns (1:32:10). Also, the crew discuss if Wendy Williams 'run' as a prominent TV host is over (1:41:45), the NBA Finals (1:47:50) and MORE!   Become a Patron of the 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 | Mariah The Scientist - “Revenge”    Ice | Big Moochie Grape - “Anthony Davis”    Parks | Styles P - “Fade Away” (Ft. Yemi Sauce)    Ish | Chris Classic - “5 Carats For Tyanna”

After an eventful weekend which saw Joe Budden's name trending on social media, Joe returns to the pod to respond to a couple of people. Starting with Cardi B and her response to a fan stating she won't be releasing an album in the foreseeable future (17:30) and addressing Alex Jones after he went on a vile rant aimed at Joe (23:40). ESPN's Rachel Nichols also found herself in the news cycle after leaked audio was released of her claiming she was not in favor of changing her hosting  duty's at the expense of Maria Taylor (57:10), Lil Uzi Vert breakdances at a party after an altercation with Saint JHN and his ex (1:32:00), NBA Playoff predictions and MORE!   Become a Patron of the 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 | Floetry - “Butterflies”   Ice | BigWalkDog - “1382”    Parks | RJ Payne - “Wes Craven’s Leatherface”   Ish | Yalee - “God Stay”

Joe ensure's that Ice and Ish walk back their takes on the Bobby Brown and Keith Sweat Verzuz after it took place this past week and the guys discuss their favorite moments (9:55). The guys also discuss Sha'Carri Richardson's suspension from the Olympics and how todays athlete's amplify the conversation regarding mental health (42:55), new music from Brent Faiyaz and Drake which include a lyric breakdown (1:07:45), Chris Paul appearing in his first NBA Finals (1:33:05) and more on this 4th of July weekend episode!   Become a Patron of the 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 | Snoh Aalegra - “Toronto”   Ice | STILLTRU - “In My Head” (Ft. Mal Mero)   Parks | Biz Markie - “Biz is Goin Off”    Ish | Frank Zones - “Die Today”

Joe kicks this episode off by explaining to Ish the importance of having a king sized mattress compared to a queen, which leads to a debate on if mattress size has an affect on your relationships. Shortly after, Joe then apologizes to Ish for downplaying his nephew who is projected to make the NBA and wanted by the Knicks (19:30). The guys also recap the latest Verzuz performance between Bow Wow and Soulja Boy (25:35), hypothesize a battle featuring Nicki Minaj and Lil Kim (43:00), and who would match up best against DJ Drama (53:10). Also, a recap of the BET Awards (1:06:50), an update on the Miami building that collapsed this past week (1:41:45), Scottie Pippen claiming Phil Jackson is a racist (1:56:30) and MORE! Become a Patron of the 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 | Jovanie - “Mil on That”   Ice | CoachDaGhost - “Eternal Life”   Parks | Evidence - “All Of That Said” (Ft. Boldy James)   Ish | Eric Roberson - “LESSONS

On this episode: Joe & the guys discuss new music from Tyler The Creator (13:45), J. Cole comparisons (14:15), and Pharell’s verse being the best on the project (21:30). They speak to their current standings on strip club experiences (36:00), Doja Cat’s new album (41:10), Jazmine Sullivan’s latest single (42:55), and the upcoming Bow Wow vs. Soulja Boy Verzuz battle (51:20). Britney Spears addresses her conservatorship (56:05), Justin Timberlake makes a statement (1:00:20), and John McAfee is found dead with accompanied conspiracy theories (1:14:20). Kenya Barris turns down a $100M deal from Netflix (1:24:45), Derek Chauvin receives a 22.5 year sentence for killing George Floyd (1:44:20), and more.   For full video episodes & exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks Joe | Dee Gatti - “Art Of Seduction”    Ice | Tyler The Creator - “LEMONHEAD” (Ft. 42 Dugg)   Ish | ROCXNOIR - “Hyperbolic Time Chamber”    Parks | Blackalicious - “Make You Feel That Way”

On this episode: Joe & the guys recap Father’s Day weekend (13:10) as well as rants from The Game & Ace Hood (22:00). Nick Cannon is expecting his 7th child (30:40), T-Pain shares a story about Usher saying he ruined music for real singers (44:45), and J. Cole announces his tour (59:30). Megan Thee Stallion & DaBaby argue his collaboration with Tory Lanez and liking questionable tweets (1:17:45), and Dame Dash attempts to sell his stake in Roc-A-Fella (1:48:50). Black TikTok creators on strike (1:56:50), an NBA Playoffs update (2:06:45), Devin Booker (2:11:00), and MORE!     For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks Joe | Snoh Aalegra - “LOST YOU”    Ice | Gucci Mane - “DBoy Style”   Parks | Benny The Butcher & 38 Spesh - “Love Left” (Klass Murda & Che Noir)   Ish | Tafia - “Break The Bank” (Ft. Meek Mill)

On this episode: Joe, Parks, Ish & Ice discuss new music from H.E.R. (14:15), Wale & Chris Brown (29:45), Tyler the Creator (38:50), and Gucci Mane (42:10) + the best song of the year. Pooh Shiesty is denied bail (45:20), a woman calls her boyfriend to her job to lose a fight (49:00), and the guys recap the Eve vs. Trina Verzuz battle (1:01:30). Cam’ron’s sex products actually work (1:17:35), Logic announces he’s coming out of retirement (1:22:45), and the JBP speaks to Father’s Day weekend around the corner (1.30:00). The XXL Freshman Class Cover (1:36:20), Jada Pinkett Smith sharing a note from Tupac (1:41:50), Kevin Hart & Will Smith’s Red Table Talk (1:43:20), Zion Williamson to NY speculation (2:00:00), and MORE!   For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden