Episode 862 | "The Donut Shop"

 The JBP starts its latest episode with Drake’s defamation case being dropped by a federal judge and whether or not they believe UMG’s statement on continuing their relationship with the Canadian artist (18:46) before turning to the release of Mobb Deep’s new album ‘Infinite’ (52:11). Saweetie’s ex-manager says she owes money and outs her for her relationship with a soccer star (1:27:18), the last escapee from the 10 who fled a New Orleans prison has been caught (1:56:10), and the room has a debate over inviting people to the cookout (2:10:30). Also, Turning Point USA and Charlie Kirk’s wife are putting on their own halftime show the same day of the Super Bowl (2:19:00), a Cash Money vs. No Limit Verzuz (2:28:20), Ice provides an update on Lil Durk’s trial (2:41:56), Angie Martinez questions Doja Cat about devil worshipping (2:58:20), 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 

The JBP begins this episode with a debate over albums that aged poorly (3:00) before turning to the latest with the singer D4vd as police claim he is not a suspect (40:17). The cast then discusses Lebron’s ‘Second Decision’ which turned out to be a Hennessy sponsor (1:08:00), more backlash from the internet over Ayesha Curry’s interviews (1:15:39), and leaks of Molly Qerim’s ESPN salary and reasons for leaving ‘First Take’ (1:41:16). Also, Saturday Night Live returns (2:24:25), Joe shares his issues with with OpenAI (2:37:13), former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy exonerated after new video evidence (2:43:45), 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 

The JBP kicks off its new episode discussing the ongoing beef from Cardi B and Nicki Minaj (21:05) before turning to the two diss records from JT aimed at Cardi (39:45). Joe asks the room if they believe in music bullying (1:19:35), Bryson Tiller releases Disc 1 of ‘Solace & The Vices’ (2:06:53), and Leon Thomas has new music leading the cast to debate what other R&B artists he’s making it tough for (2:14:25). Also, a debate on funeral attendance (2:31:05), Reading Rainbow is making a return (2:43:50), the MLB Playoffs (2:54:33), Diddy’s sentencing (3:05:45), Part of the Show (3:21:10), 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: www.patreon.com/joebudden 

The latest episode from the JBP begins with Bad Bunny being named as the 2026 Super Bowl halftime performer (20:03) before turning to new music including Jeezy’s new album Still Snowin’ (34:50). Joe wants to do a proper review of Young Thug’s new project (48:20) as well as react to his thoughts on therapy following an appearance on The Pivot Podcast (1:01:20), Kai Cenat reaches 1 million subscribers during Mafiathon 3 in which the room reacts to the rap freestyle segments of the stream (1:21:14), and the Cardi B and Nicki Minaj feud continues (2:05:00). Also, Diddy’s sentencing takes place later this week (2:31:49), Joe and Marc react to the New York Mets missing the playoffs (3:00:36), TELFAR and Timberland collabs (3:07:54), 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 

The JBP starts its new episode with their thoughts on Young Thug’s new album (22:15) as well as the ongoing beef between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj (34:30). Jazz rookie Ace Bailey drops his agent leading the room to discuss loyalty in business (1:03:45), Queens is getting a casino (1:18:28), and the CEO Live Nation says concerts are underpriced (1:23:55). Also, Marc pays tribute to Assata Shakur (1:49:05), Mona has a question for the room on assessing friendships (2:02:35), Jimmy Kimmel returns to late-night TV (2:10:47), Metro Boomin has been found not guilty (2:27:05), Saudi Arabia is hosting a comedy festival leading to pushback in the community (2:39:07), Part of the Show (2:57:48), 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 

The latest episode from the JBP begins with Cardi B reacting to critiques of her new album as well as responding to questions about why she isn’t officially divorced yet (32:37). Dozens of letters have been sent in for support of Diddy as his sentencing is near (1:05:47), Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show is coming back (1:25:43), Rodney Jerkins IG post about Charlie Kirk (1:35:24), and another Jay Electronica album has released (1:44:54). Also, Joe has a question for the room about confiding in a side piece (2:07:18), Nu Jerzey Twork & Loaded Lux battle (2:18:49), NBA Youngboy’s tour (2:31:47), Part of the Show (3:06:00), 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

Mona Love (Don’t Call Me White Girl) joins the cast in the latest episode from the JBP as the room dives into Cardi B’s new album ‘AM I THE DRAMA?’ (19:34) before turning to the latest with singer D4vd after a body was discovered in a car he owns (1:26:07). Dame Dash is suing Cam’ron (1:54:55), ABC has suspended Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show (2:01:33), Jerry of ‘Ben & Jerry’s’ resigns (2:24:07), and Joe gives his review of the new Jordan Peele movie ‘Him’ (2:37:42). Also, Pablo Torre continues to expose the Clippers over Kawhi Leonard payments (2:43:45), a casino in Times Square has been denied approval (2:54:00), Mona shares thoughts about her first day on set as a cohost (3:10:40), 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 

The JBP returns to the airwaves as they begin their latest episode discussing the Terence Crawford vs. Canelo Álvarez fight from Saturday night on Netflix (19:10) before turning to Cam’ron escorting Adrian Broner off the ‘It Is What It Is’ set (33:25). Dame Dash returns to The Breakfast Club (42:44), the features list for Cardi B’s new album has been released (1:07:24), and The Clipse perform at the Vatican (1:13:07). Joe then shares his thoughts on the Charlie Sheen documentary (1:24:20), Saweetie’s comments on pretty punishment (1:34:34), and a quick recap of The 2025 Emmy Awards (1:45:30). Also, Molly Qerim is leaving First Take and ESPN (1:49:30), Murda Mook & Hitman Holla battle (2:02:24), the room laughs at Joe and the God of War Krato’s memes (2:14:39), are dating apps coming to an end (2:33:02), 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 | Isaia Huron (feat. Kehlani) - “SEE RIGHT THROUGH ME” Ice | Kevin Gates (feat. G Herbo) - “Thuggin” Parks | Rapsody & Madlib - “Avon Thru the Wire” Ish | Dave East & Young Chris - “I Smell the Money”

The JBP starts its latest episode with questions for Marc Lamont Hill about a cult documentary (4:35) before turning to the assassination of Charlie Kirk earlier this week in Utah (32:08). The cast then recaps Uncle Charlie Wilson’s R&B Cookout (57:38), new music from Young Thug as well as an alleged diss record from GloRilla (1:17:44), and the cast discusses a tweet comparing drug & slave movies (1:36:44). Also, Spotify has updated their terms & conditions (2:03:27), Joe has a concept for a new show (2:10:35), NBA Commissioner Adam Silver comments about fans who can’t afford to stream games (2:17:44), we’re one week away from Cardi B’s album (2:37:16), 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 

The JBP kicks off its latest episode with the Young Thug interview with Big Bank (32:33) which leads into a conversation on whether Thug is carrying any resentment (59:40) and the fallout since the YSL trial. Marc Lamont Hill highlights the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame inductees (1:39:25), Ryan Clark & Peter Shrager’s confrontation on ESPN (1:56:22), did anyone watch the VMAs (2:05:13), Dame Dash’s comments to Cam’ron and podcasters (2:14:38), and Meek Mill complains about low funding from labels (2:31:35). Also, Chance the Rapper joins the show (2:40:50) to discuss his new album ‘STAR LINE’ as well as the criticisms from his previous project ‘The Big Day’, promoting music, his desire to teach classes, the success of ‘Acid Rap’ and ‘Coloring Book’, upcoming tours, 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