The Joe Budden Podcast

The first episode of 2018 is here, Joe starts off by recapping his New Years at Sean’s house. He then decides to address recent topics that haven’t been discussed, such as Azealia Banks dissing him and Mal’s affiliation with the Kardashian’s (18:36). Friend of the show, HitMaka (formerly know as Yung Berg), calls in to take Mal to homie court (20:52). And the guys recap the Drake and Lil Wayne freestyle, which led Joe to ask a few questions (1:03:35). Don’t forget to check out “Oh What a Night” at the Highline Ballroom on January 22 (1:28:46). http://highlineballroom.com/show/2018/01/22/joe-budden-oh-what-a-night-2/ Other topics include: -The guys discuss Dave Chappelle’s Netflix special (47:13) -New Years resolutions (54:57) -DJ Akademiks vs Charlamagne tha God (1:48:44) Sleeper picks of the week: Mal: Jag - “Dalton Ave Interlude” | https://soundcloud.com/callemjag/dalton-ave-interlude Joe: Moneybagg Yo - “Don’t Know” | https://youtu.be/0wnqirlaG0o Rory: Devvon Terrell - “Temperature” | https://youtu.be/r7MOaqvHSC4

After a week of festering, Joe revisits his beef with Complex and gives more insight on his departure (15:22). The guys also discuss Cardi B’s new single, Offset cheating, and her ongoing tension with Nicki Minaj (57:32). Although there are plenty of jokes this episode, the guys get serious and pay homage to Reggie Osse, better known as “Combat Jack” (50:32). We ended 2017 with a million views in a week, shout out to the fans for rocking with us. We’ll be back in 2018. Other topics include: -Akademiks beefing on twitch (17:57) -Ebro vs Mal in dodgeball/Rory vs Mal in 1 on 1 (1:05:31) -Lavar Ball’s new basketball league (1:22:44) -Joe addresses Kevin Hart’s interview (1:28:50) Sleeper picks of the week: Joe: Timbaland (featuring 6lack) “Grab the Wheel” | https://youtu.be/DL8UDmRWAzc Rory: Jordan Bratton “Pieces” | https://youtu.be/ZADjYmyUD3s Mal: Conway “Bishop Shot Steel” | https://soundcloud.com/gxfr/07-bishop-shot-steel-produced

The explanation you’ve all been waiting for, Joe elaborates on the departure from his old job, he also highlights the importance of integrity (11:28). Then Joe, Rory, and Mal finally give their review of the Eminem album (1:21:00). The Black Thought Freestyle sparked a lot of attention this past week, which inspired the guys to reveal their list of lyricist they believe are elite (1:42:51). No, this is not their top 20 rapper’s of all time list. Enjoy. Sleeper picks of the week: Joe: Diddy (ft. Nas and Beanie Sigel) “Journey Through the Life” | https://youtu.be/Jm9qUdUynpk Mal: Shawn Smith “Baby Alien (Freestyle)” | https://youtu.be/X04SNo2QoYE Rory: Albee Al “Funk Flex Freestyle” | https://youtu.be/BStk1lWZpoI

The “hard-nosed vet” Joe Budden kicks off this episode by letting Rory know who his O.G. is. Then Joe, Rory, and Mal give their thoughts on Eminem’s track list (3:24). Friend of the show, Charlamagne tha God, joins over the phone to address his comments regarding Bad Boys top 5 rappers of all-time (1:30:24). Plus, Mase calls in to clear up a few things (2:38:26). Make sure you stick around for this one. Other topics include: -Chanel West Coast rant (22:27) -Miguel’s album review (47:01) -New Jeezy album (2:01:31) Sleeper picks of the week: Rory: Roy Woods "Little Bit of Lovin" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qgImEYG9Yw Mal: Chris Classic "A Father Figure" Joe: ELHAE ft. Sabrina Claudio "Blue" (Unreleased) | Original "Blue" Interlude https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYKQfAVMvPk

This week, Joe talks about his observation of Chris Brown’s approach for marketing his latest album (11:33). Joe, Rory and Mal also discuss Meek Mill’s legal situation and what this means for Meek going forward (25:35). Plus, Mal is back in “homie court” for proper group chat etiquette (54:38). Other topics include: -This weeks update on Tyrese (46:08) -Terry Crews being sexually assaulted [allegations] (1:04:29) -Classic movies being trash or not (1:16:05) -Latest news in sports (1:28:03) Sleeper Picks: Joe - 112 x "Without You" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mmo1a3-Wz4o Rory - Charles Bradley "Strictly Reserved For You" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgnQYvzRDiQ Mal - Preme (ft PartyNextDoor) x "Can’t Hang" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITvOObBXXJE

These are Savon's words ... Joe, Rory and Mal had a ton to discuss this week. Starting with Chris Brown’s album and the overload of music being put out by artist (16:04). Should Nicki Minaj be considered a superstar (40:50)? They also talk about the Migos fighting their security guard (1:07:40), Mal addresses NFL players after Texans owner refers to them as “inmates” (1:34:57), and one of the guys gets taken to “homie court”. Other topics include: ⁃ Album reviews - Big K.R.I.T, Ty Dolla $ign, 112, Yo Gotti, and Majid Jordan (32:08) ⁃ Kevin Spacey controversy (1:11:35) ⁃ Joe addresses Nicki Minaj’s tweets (2:09:55) Sleeper Picks Of The Week: Rory: Majid Jordan "Gave Your Love Away" Mal: JAG "The Outro" (Dalton Ave mixtape) Joe: Chris Brown "Tough Love"

Joe, Rory and Mal finally had the chance to discuss Eminem’s freestyle (2:26). Miko Grimes joins to give her thoughts on being friends with ex’s, an update on Taxstone and how she finessed the NFL (1:14:59). Also, Tyrese is at it again and the guys talk about his latest drama on Instagram (31:05). This episode is for V.I.P’s only. Other topics include.. - Lil B getting jumped by A Boogie’s camp (11:22) - This Is Us [TV show] (24:04) - Get well soon Combat Jack (28:10) - Strippers going on strike (1:03:10 - Mal wishes Drake a happy birthday (1:12:53) Sleeper Songs: Joe: H.E.R. "Free" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsKQtvIqF2o Rory: Toulouse "Hurtin" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAYNTw6q6Kg Mal: Benny "Hustler's Wife" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtrlGnSd9ak Miko: AJ Francis "Young, Black, & Paid" | iTunes

This week Joe, Rory and Mal address Joe’s beef with Russ and Chance [or vice versa] (02:35). Bridget Kelly also stops by to discuss her Love & Hip Hop shenanigans and pretzel throwing incident (1:03:16). NBA season is back, the guys take their picks and talk the return of the NBA (25:00) and also they’re going to get to the bottom on the Colin Kaepernick collusion case (11:35). Other topics include... Bow Wow photoshopping himself (1:08:35) Birdman vs Rick Ross (1:12:38) Drake, Odell & Von Miller (34:31) The dvsn album (1:17:33) Sleeper Picks Of The Week: Rory: Brent Faiyaz "First World Problemz" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQHrtgKvYDQ Mal: West Side Boogie "Let Me Rap" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vi0ckf7q4Vw Joe: dvsn "Run Away" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLs8lEjWfQ8

Man .. I don't know .. lol Sleeper Picks Of The Week: Bridget: Bridget Kelly "Happy For Me" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYEhtE4XE7Y Rory: Sabrina Cladiuo "Wait" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RXfUecjXkXc Joe: Hablot Browne "She Said" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ppFee1Y3W0 Mal: Belly "Lullaby" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8dHqE8ZzCM

Kevin Hart, Triple G, Hip Hop Honors, KD, Kyrie, and more! Sleeper Picks of the Week: Mal: V Don x Lil Eto Ft. Meyhem Lauren "High" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pxFiGPS-Ck Rory: Kevin Ross "Don't Go" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kFncdOdHIw Joe: Sabrina Claudio "Belong To You" | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eug7Qv8iKY