Off of the July 4th weekend, the greatest show in the world returns to the airwaves as the JBP begins its latest episode with recaps of the holiday (5:17) before turning to new music from Drake with ‘What Did I Miss?’ (36:38). The room discusses the rollout of the record and wonders if a villain arc will be beneficial for the Canadian rapper moving forward (1:07:15). Stephanie Mills calls out Essence Fest following a delay in many performances (1:35:08) as the JBP speculates other reasonings for low attendances at festivals, FBI’s Epstein investigation finds no client list (2:11:00), and the latest with Meg The Stallion’s former employee filing a lawsuit (2:15:42). Also, Naomi Osaka has been criticized for her interview following her loss at Wimbledon (2:31:05), the cast sends their thoughts and prayers out to families in Philadelphia and Texas (2:39:02), Chris Paul hints that the upcoming season will be his last leading the crew to discuss the top-10 point guards of all-time (3:04:42), and much more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden
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Episode 840 | "Howard the Coward"
The JBP’s fourth of July episode begins with their weekend plans (18:15) before diving into the verdict of the Diddy case which was handed down earlier this week (29:16). The room then debates if the Feds overshot their case (46:06) plus their attempts to sway the public opinion (1:03:30), and the latest on Malik Beasley’s investigation (1:29:50). Also, Joe asks the room what their biggest first world problems are (1:38:00), if you dated Jeff Bezos would you expect him to be faithful (1:53:17), Marc Lamont Hill joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the outcome of the Puff trial and whether or not he’d sit down for an interview (2:24:05), + more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden
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Episode 839 | "Back On Task Rabbit"
The latest episode from the JBP begins with Ice’s recap of Jeezy’s ‘TM: 101 Live’ show at the Apollo (18:18) before diving into a viral clip about parenting from Nelly & Ashanti’s new show on Peacock ‘We Belong Together’ (32:05). QueenzFlip brings up a topic about wills leading to a discussion on the passing of assets within families (52:10), does Lebron James have his retirement tour in LA or elsewhere (1:08:59), and deliberations begin in Puff trial with concerns over one juror (1:26:40). Also, Drake’s abs hit the internet, Dick Vitale rips WNBA players over Caitlin Clark’s All-Star votes (2:46:20), Marc Lamont Hill speaks on Dave Chappelle’s issue with DJ Khaled due to his silence over the ongoing genocide in Gaza (2:55:10), and much more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | kwn - “back of the club” Ice | Yung Bleu (feat. Mozzy) - “One More Time” Parks | Masta Killa, Method Man, & Snoop Dogg - “Glad To Meet You” Ish | Annie Tracy (feat. Leon Thomas) - “Catching Feelings” Melyssa | Dajah Dorn - “I Don’t Want You” Marc | Memphis Bleek - “Still ROC”
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Episode 838 | "Thank You For That, That Was Informative"
The greatest pod in the world opens up its latest episode with homie court (3:05) before Joe shares about going to his brother’s graduation and parenting kids who may or may not want to go to college (21:00). The JBP then reacts to Jeff Bezos having a $50 million wedding in Venice (39:30), the 2025 NBA Draft (1:04:37), and T-Pain comments about Drake not taking his own advice to exit gracefully from the music industry (1:16:45). In new music, a record from Rick Ross & Pharrell (1:39:48) and Wale releases a new freestyle (1:45:48). Also, July 4th is around the corner (2:06:40), closing arguments in the Diddy case (2:18:44), The New York Times releases its 100 best movies of the 21st Century (2:37:55), and much more! Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden Sleeper Picks: Joe | TheARTI$t (feat. Kaliii) - “Red Light Special” Ice | Pusha T (feat. Labrinth & Malice) - “I Pray For You” Parks | Nick Grant - “It Ain’t Personal” Ish | Elijah Waters - “Lose Control” Melyssa | Maray - “Gemini”
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Episode 837 | "Blackout The Numbers"
The JBP begins its latest episode with their quick thoughts on Summer Jam 2025 (23:55) before turning to the announcement of Cardi B’s new album coming in September titled ‘AM I THE DRAMA?’ (29:16). Kendrick Lamar’s verse on the upcoming Clipse album leaked (54:28) leading the room to discuss the rollout for ‘Let God Sort Em Out’, QueenzFlip addresses Joe’s recent Instagram post (1:24:22), and B. Simone is under fire for recent comments on her podcast as the crew discusses friendship and accountability (1:43:47). Also, reactions to Fanatics Fest, Tyrese Haliburton’s injury in Game 7 of the NBA Finals (2:35:20), Kevin Durant’s trade to Houston (2:50:05), the JBP shares its thoughts and prayers with T. Rex (2:58:05), the Diddy prosecution rests their case after six weeks of testimony (3:01:40), and much more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden