The Joe Budden Podcast

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Episode 944 | "They Are Amongst Us" Jul 08, 2026

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The JBP recaps their July 4th (30:40) before the room reacts to the video of Big Tigger hitting the internet as he steps away from his radio show (40:18). Marc Lamont Hill shares his feelings on Scottie Pippen dating a 23-year old (1:04:54), B.Dot's new list consists of the top-10 rappers of 2026 so far (1:36:00), and Lance Rivera's open letter to JAY-Z (1:47:36). Also, the JBP speculates how long it would take them to tell if their significant other was cheating (2:16:10), the latest on missing 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells (2:40:18), and much more.

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Episode 943 | "Spinach Dip" Jul 04, 2026

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Joe kicks off this 4th of July weekend show by recapping his first few days living with his girl and her kids (0:55) before Mona details her recent viral altercation (22:41) and the room reacts to the new video from Pooh Shiesty's Gucci Mane robbery (28:42). Later, India Arie expresses concern over Yung Miami's "Spend Dat" (44:04), a wild week in the NBA's offseason (1:13:13), and Lonzo Ball speaks publicly about his parents' separation (1:29:47). The crew also discusses the couple that climbed the Empire State Building (1:50:44), Coco Jones opening up about the struggles she currently faces as an artist (1:56:07), Lil Wayne skipping out on his first tour date (2:11:34), the leadup to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Madison Square Garden wedding (2:30:09), 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

Episode 942 | "Universally Cool" Jul 01, 2026

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The JBP kicks off this episode with a discussion about Atlantic City (29:00) before turning to their thoughts on the 2026 BET Hip-Hop Awards hosted by Druski (39:30). The crew also shares their reactions to the D'Angelo and Lauryn Hill tributes (1:05:14), Bow Wow's Tiny Desk appearance (1:28:05), and Amber Rose on the message she gives to her kids (1:48:32). Also, Jussie Smollett appearance at Harlem Pride (2:03:27), Malik Beasley has been indicted in sports gambling probe (2:25:05), former Titans running back Chris Johnson's ALS diagnosis (2:47:18), and much more.

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Episode 941 | "9th Wonder Is Listening" Jun 27, 2026

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The latest episode from the JBP kicks off with the B2K and Pretty Ricky Verzuz (35:15) before moving to Big Daddy Kane's recent Barz Open Challenge (57:54). In new music, T.I.'s album 'KILL THE KING' (1:11:45) drops along with Benny the Butcher's 'The Plugs I Met 2.5' (1:17:05), and kwn's 'and all pride aside' (1:27:40). Lizzo's new project was met with low first-week sales which leads the room to discuss the change in direction from artists and music labels (1:31:43), new evidence in the Pooh Shiesty robbery case (1:42:36), and the cast doesn't care for Richard Jefferson's joke to Jay Williams during the 2026 NBA Draft (1:55:00). Also, the JBP discusses Lavar Ball's comments following the news that he and his wife are separating (2:15:00), Jenifer Lewis' appearance on Keke Palmer's podcast (2:34:05), and much more!

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Episode 940 | "Good Kids" Jun 24, 2026

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The latest episode from the JBP begins with reactions to Mona going viral over the weekend (18:10) before turning to Clive Davis' passing at 94 (34:26). Earth, Wind & Fire's documentary hits HBO (57:15), Joe walks back his B2K/Pretty Ricky prediction (1:13:13), and the internet calls out Brandon Marshall (1:32:45). Also, the crew reacts to one of Ne-Yo's girlfriends speaking out about their relationship (1:52:48), Foolio's killers have been sentenced (2:20:15), Floyd Mayweather has been hit with a lawsuit days after a felony charge (2:37:00), and much more.

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Episode 939 | "On Some Bro Shit" Jun 20, 2026

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The latest episode from the JBP begins with the pod learning some news about Ice on his birthday (9:49) before the crew reacts to the New York Knicks Championship parade (41:44). Joe shares his thoughts on LA after a quick trip to the west coast (1:22:25) and Terry Crews reveals he had a porn addiction (1:38:50). In new music, an album from YG (2:02:34), Chris Brown releases a deluxe to 'BROWN' (2:04:50), plus a Timbaland & Chloe collab project (2:09:45). Also, a B2k and Pretty Ricky Verzuz is coming (2:20:24), Jelly Roll files for divorce from Bunnie Xo after 10 years (2:34:07), and much more!

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Episode 938 | "The 30 or The 60" Jun 17, 2026

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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!

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Episode 937 | "Put The Kids To Sleep" Jun 13, 2026

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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!

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Episode 936 | "Caught In The Rain" Jun 10, 2026

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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!

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Episode 935 | "No Reason To Be Humble" Jun 06, 2026

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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.

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