Episode 938 | "The 30 or The 60"

The JBP kicks off its latest episode recapping the New York Knicks defeating the San Antonio Spurs in five games to claim the Larry O'Brien Trophy (27:14) before the crew discusses their changed perceptions of Victor Wembanyama (51:28). Joe then shares a story with his cohosts (1:26:41), JAY-Z's 30th Anniversary Edition of 'Reasonable Doubt' is a Target exclusive release (1:50:40), and NBA lottery pick Darryn Peterson says he will only workout for the Washington Wizards (1:58:58). Also, the latest with Akademiks vs. Charlamagne (2:06:55), James Harden was arrested (2:12:51), in music, new Grammy rules & categories (2:27:10) plus Tiny Desk concerts (2:32:55), Tyra Banks is suing Netflix (2:43:42), Lebron's comments about stay-at-home women (3:04:18), 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 kicks off with the Knicks Game 4 win completing the largest comeback in NBA Playoff and Finals history (37:37) before turning to the internet reacting to Rick Ross taking a commercial flight (1:15:33). Ross's next single for 'Set In Stone' featuring T.I. releases (1:39:39), plus new music from Blxst, Jessie Reyez, & Ambre (1:45:00). Also, Joe shares a story which leads to a question for the room about breakup etiquette (2:03:50), Oschino responds to JAY-Z with a diss record (2:36:00), DJ ASAP and his wife LaShonda Moore have been sentenced to 40 years following a pyramid scheme (2:56:36), 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

QueenzFlip returns to his seat as the JBP begins its latest episode with Joe's breakdown of the Knicks first NBA Finals home game since 1999 (29:34). Jay Electronica was a no show in two recent events (1:10:20), the room questions if Ish is a romantic (1:18:23), and Marc Lamont Hill shares his thoughts on the key to celebrity relationships (1:29:33). Adam22 and his wife fake a divorce (1:38:47), Lewis Hamilton's views on wealth limits (1:48:13), and Joe asks his cohosts about clairvoyance following Neil Degrasse Tyson's interview on Shannon Sharpe's show (1:55:19). Also, Akademiks interview's Daphne Joy (2:12:06), black vs. white brunches (2:36:50), Part of the Show (2:48:00), 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 

Joe opens the latest episode discussing the Knicks Game 1 win over the Spurs in the NBA Finals (25:55) before diving into early thoughts on the new Michael Jackson documentary on Netflix (49:04). Joe then shares his experience at the Summer Walker concert (1:11:50), Druski's new skit (1:37:00), and new music which includes an album from Vince Staples as well as singles from Bryson Tiller, Blxst & Sasha Keable, & Ye Ali (1:39:35). Dame Dash comments on JAY-Z's Roots Picnic Freestyle (1:47:45), Cardi B apologizes to Latto (1:57:05), and Steph Curry's new shoe deal (2:05:11). Also, a South Carolina jury finds a store owner not guilty of murder following the death of Cyrus Carmack-Belton (2:11:30), singer/songwriter Peabo Bryson passes away (2:32:00) which leads the room to discuss other R&B acts and their hits (2:38:48), Daphne Joy deletes her statement about the leaked video (2:50:45), 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 reacts to the 2026 Roots Picnic which featured an acapella freestyle from JAY-Z (13:22) as well as speculating what is next to come for the rapper. Daphne Joy & Sly Diggler respond to the leaked freakoff video with Diddy (1:30:12) plus Sauce Walka's arguments with his baby mother (2:11:35). In celebration of Black Music Month, the crew has a debate over Fantasia's 'When I See U' (2:27:42), Joe discusses high school graduations (2:43:12), and the room discusses putting pressure on your own kids after a family named their son Kobe Bryant (2:58:20). Also, Boosie's aggravated assault incident at a club in Houston (3:12:55), 38 Spesh says Jadakiss is ducking the smoke (3:20:00), 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 

The JBP kicks off this episode with the cast debating if Drake's 'Janice STFU' is about Joe (26:24) before turning to Latto's new album 'Big Mama' (39:09). The room then has a discussion about love albums and songs (50:09), 6LACK's project 'Love is the New Gangsta' (1:01:05), and Game 7 of the Spurs-Thunder series is this weekend (1:18:21). Marc Lamont Hill was principal for a day while Parks attended career day (1:33:40), podcast appearances from Young M.A (1:48:20) and Gayle King (2:14:10), the smear campaign against Larry Jackson & Gamma (2:32:00), 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 

 The latest episode from the JBP begins with the New York Knicks heading to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 after sweeping the Cleveland Cavaliers (31:50) before turning to Ray J's MMA match over the weekend (43:20). Kevin Hart appears on The Breakfast Club and defends Tony Hinchliffe (1:17:30), more on Cheyenne Bryant (1:48:00) plus the latest viral video of her back and forth with Toure (2:05:00). Also, Joe praises Yung Miami's new single 'Spend Dat' (2:14:42), Jim Jones wants to do a Verzuz against Cam'ron (2:20:00), Jaxson Dart introduces Trump during a rally leading to teammate Abdul Carter responding publicly (2:35:22), 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 

Marc and Mona are back on set, and the room begins by recapping Joe and Ian's experience at Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals (23:11) before reacting to news that Hooters is rebranding (38:32). Later, a Japanese company is suing Saweetie for breach of contract (49:01), a judge ordered Floyd Mayweather to pay $1M in child support to a dancer at his club after refusing a paternity test (59:21), and 'The Crash' on Netflix (1:07:52). The crew also discusses Matthew Perry's mother accusing his former assistant of aiding in his death (1:19:40), the latest in new music (1:31:07), K. Michelle saying that she lets her man sleep with other women so long as he doesn't pay their bills (1:40:29), Max B dissing Big Daddy Kane (2:17:52), the BET Awards nominations (2:27:26), Chelsea Handler on the Kevin Hart roast (2:55:02), Jeff Bezos' comments about taxes (3:10:54), 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's latest episode begins with Joe commenting on the Knicks sweeping the Sixers (27:40) before the crew recaps their Mother's Day 2026 (39:46). Pitchfork releases a disrespectful review of Chris Brown's new album (53:21), The Roast of Kevin Hart on Netflix (1:04:30), and Caitlin Clark walking out with Morgan Wallen draws mixed reactions from fans (1:38:20). Also, Swatch and Audemars Piguet are planning a collaboration watch (1:48:20), Dr. Cheyenne Bryant's appearance on the Breakfast Club (2:03:53), Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' and other videos being reuploaded (2:31:52) leads to release week for Drake's 'Iceman', Paul Pierce's comments about women with makeup (2:47:00), 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 

The JBP's latest episode kicks off with a review of the Cult of NatureBoy on Hulu (2:47) before turning to new music including Chris Brown's album 'BROWN' (32:48), AZ (55:20), Mack Kean (1:01:05), and others. The crew then gives their thoughts on the NBA's second round of the playoffs so far (1:11:30), the Rick Ross & French Montana Verzuz (1:24:44), and Joe doubles down on his thoughts about Bow Wow which leads to a debate with Ish (1:51:38). Also, legendary engineer Young Guru is done taking the humble route (2:03:25), Austin Rivers and Draymond Green beef leads to Green's comments about Charles Barkley (2:20:15), Stefon Diggs is found not guilty (2:44:01), Marc speaks on the Hantavirus (3:02:26), 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