The JBP begins the latest episode discussing the Christmas shopping season (2:25) as Joe has a few gifts for his co-hosts (10:20). J. Cole celebrated the 10 year anniversary of '2014 Forest Hills Drive' at Madison Square Garden (23:26), the FAA placed a temporary drone ban (36:30), and Luigi Mangione appeared in New York City federal court after waiving extradition (55:05). Cam Newton reveals why he really goes to strip clubs (1:17:24), Party City is going out of business (1:32:22), and Spotify has responded to Drake?s UMG claims (1:46:30). Also, the crew discusses SKIMS (1:56:20), Netflix?s ?The Ultimatum? (2:02:23), Mario vs. Boyz II Men on The Masked Singer (2:14:38) leads to a conversation about the music business and TV shows (2:19:25), a new Superman trailer leads to a discussion on movies (2:35:19), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Mario - ?Keep Going (Aaaaahhhhh)? 

Ice | BJRNCK - ?Expresso Martini?

Parks | Shawn Stockman - ?Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas? 

Ish | Sinéad Harnett (feat. GRADES) - ?If You Let Me?

Melyssa | Sillkey & Bellah - ?Brown Eyes?

Joe returns and begins with sharing his feelings about the cast and the JBP episodes in his absence before the crew of Marc, Melyssa, Parks, & QueenzFlip dive into Jay-Z?s accuser having major inconsistencies in her allegations as Hov and his legal team are prepared to take action against Tony Buzbee (27:20). Joe shares his thoughts about the new Jamie Foxx special on Netflix (40:41) as well as his recent experience at Usher?s show at the Barclay?s Center (46:32), Travis Hunter wins the 2024 Heisman as him and his fiancée also remain in the news (1:12:28), and Luigi Mangione has hired a lawyer (1:31:26). Also, Marc doubles down on his take when it comes to playing spades (1:35:38), the drone sightings in New Jersey (1:57:00), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | KountyBoy Solo - ?Identity Crisis?

Marc | Homeboy Sandman - ?Couple Bars (Honey, Sugar, Darling, Sweetie, Baby, Boo)?

Parks | Fashawn & Little Vic - ?Capo?

QueenzFlip | Connie Diiamond (feat. Don Q) - ?Make Amends?

Melyssa | Rose Gold (feat. Like) - ?Stay Down?

In the latest episode of the JBP, the room starts with their reactions to the internet drama and leaked messages surrounding Papoose & Remy Ma (25:40) before saluting TDE for their 11th annual Christmas toy drive & concert (56:40). In new music, Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg release their 16-track album ?Missionary? (1:04:32), QueenzFlip shares why he thinks there is an attack on Hip-Hop (1:17:53), and Netflix announces Mariah Carey will kick off the NFL game on Christmas Day (1:51:00. Also, what?s wrong with the NBA (1:54:20), the aftermath of Luigi Mangione?s arrest (1:59:25), making wome say things in the bedroom (2:20:15), and more!

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Sleeper Picks:  

Ice | Kevin Gates - ?KISS THE RING?

Parks | Fat Joe (feat. Tuggawar) - ?Bad Man?

Ish | Amaria - ?Finer Things?

Melyssa | Mellina Tey - ?Obsession?

Emanny | Isaiah Falls & Sasha Keable - ?NIGHT OFF?

QueenzFlip | Kes - ?Cocoa Tea?

 In the latest episode from the JBP, the room shares a couple stories from their weekend (13:45) before diving right into the news of the civil suit against Jay-Z and his quick response to the claim (25:00). SZA releases a teaser for her new ?Lana? project (51:55), reactions to Doechii?s Tiny Desk Concert (55:45), and J. Cole releases eight previously unreleased records for the 10th anniversary of ?Forest Hills Drive? (58:39). Ice receives a phone call and an update from Max B (1:07:15), Jamie Foxx returns to the stage with the ?What Had Happened Was?? special premiering on Netflix (1:26:00), and DJ Mustard calls out Boi-1da on Instagram following his comments about west coast Rap (1:40:40). Also, Juan Soto signs a massive $765 million dollar deal with the New York Mets (1:43:47), the crew reacts to Daniel Perry being acquitted (2:01:39), Luigi Mangione has been charged in the killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson (2:18:22), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Ice | Redman - ?Dont Wanna C Me Rich?

Parks | J. Cole - ?Can I Holla at Ya?

Ish |  Lizzen, Jacquees, & Rob49 - ?The Audacity?

Melyssa | Aaron Frazer - ?Have Mercy?

Emanny | Emanny - ?ATL?

Marc | Cordae (feat. Anderson .Paak) - ?Summer Drop?

Ian Dunlap joins the crew for the latest episode as the JBP begins with a topic on popular privilege (20:54) before moving to their reactions to the UnitedHealthCare CEO who was killed in NYC (26:00). Young Thug?s lawyer reacts to YSL Shannon and Yak Gotti being acquitted (34:05), what is memecoin (46:28), and QueenzFlip?s game brings Emanny into the fold (1:01:40). Andrew Schulz? comments about Kendrick Lamar (1:12:35), Jasmin Brown speaks on her relationship with Cam Newton (1:47:49) which leads to a conversation on giving up your career for happiness (1:51:30), and why are music sales down? (2:19:33). Also, the jury in the Daniel Penny-Jordan Neely trial fails to reach a unanimous vote (2:26:05), Flip asks the room about receiving gifts from friends for the holiday while in a relationship (2:36:53), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks:  

Ice | Lil Wayne - ?Best Rapper Alive?

Parks | aroomfullofmirrors - ?Wonton Soup?

Ish | THEY. - ?Straight Up?

Melyssa | Nick Hakim - ?I Don?t Know?

The latest episode from the JBP kicks off with a revelation from Melyssa Ford (28:10) before the room discusses when the pod basketball game is due (36:08). The jury begins deliberations in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely (44:15), the cast discusses the recent ?Pod Wives? episode on Patreon (56:47), and Tyrod Taylor files an eviction lawsuit on Draya Michele (1:18:19). Roddy Ricch says a vlogger tried to extort him for his Grammy award (1:31:55), Kendrick Lamar announces a stadium tour with SZA (1:41:22), and J. Cole is set to perform at Madison Square Garden while his latest Inevitable audio episode includes a story or two about JAY-Z (1:48:10). Also, Kendrick?s first week numbers for ?GNX? are in (2:31:30), Joe has a new segment titled ?Mel?s Inner Thoughts? (2:36:12), the crew continues to react to Marc Lamont Hill?s take on Tupac (2:51:15), reactions to the viral video of Travis Hunter and his fiancee following Colorado?s win over Oklahoma State (3:12:00), Part of the Show (3:51:10), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Bell Biv Devoe - ?Something In Your Eyes?

Ice | EST Gee - ?The Streets?

Parks | Skyzoo - ?Esoteric?

Ish | Sasha Keable - ?WHY?

Melyssa | Baby Rose & BADBADNOTGOOD - ?Slow Burn?

Marc | A$AP Ferg (feat. Coco Jones) - ?French Tips?

Off of Thanksgiving, the JBP shares how their holiday went (13:05) before diving into the internet reactions from the previous episode (28:28). The room then walks through potential negotiations between Drake & UMG (33:47) as Joe explains why they should pay him,  are Drake?s petitions a way to get out of his deal with UMG (1:30:17), and Ice has a parenting question after an situation on Thanksgiving (1:56:00). Also, Joe apologizes to Jay Leno (2:03:53), Puff has been denied bail for a third time (2:07:17), R&B singer Khalid was outed by an ex (2:14:43), a magician plays a prank on Kai Cenat?s livestream (2:17:45), Parks says ?GNX? may be Kendrick?s best project (2:32:40), **SPOILER ALERT** Joe shares his review of Gladiator 2 (2:41:48), Part of the Show (2:48:48), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Gerald Levert - ?Thinkin? Bout It?

Ice | Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, & Alus - ?Outta Da Blue?

Parks | Babyface Ray, Boldy James, and Harry Fraud - ?Shrink Wrap?

Ish | Odeal (feat. Summer Walker) - ?You're Stuck?

Melyssa | Renee Harmoni - ?Black And White?

The latest episode from the Bionic Six starts with a discussion on dressing your kids for school (2:08) before the room learns that Kendrick Lamar dropped a full album titled ?GNX? while recording live (23:36). The JBP then goes song by song reacting to the project while also predicting its first week sales (36:14), Ish has a debate about the ?bottom of the 9th? mentality (1:04:00), and Jay Leno suffers an injury after he seemingly fell down a hill (1:08:45). Future?s interview with GQ says he felt slighted on ?Like That? as he claims he didn?t know there was a beef (1:22:34), Jussie Smollet?s conviction has been overturned (1:39:52), and Joe learns about premeditated murder (1:47:32). Also, Dr. J is hating again (2:13:45), Joe plays an audio trivia game with his co-hosts (2:33:35), the crew wonders whether Kendrick still has more music coming (2:39:45), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Emanny - ?Other Side of Love?

Ice | Emanny (feat. Joe Budden) - ?I Messed Up?

Parks | Emanny (feat. Joe Budden) - ?Miss Me?

Ish | Tiana Major9 - ?alone?

Melyssa | Justelle - ?Saturn?s Moon?

Kicking off the latest episode, Joe opens the show with a gift for Melyssa Ford (13:40) before Marc Lamont Hill addresses QueenzFlip about Improper Improv (24:02). The room then shares their reactions to the Mike Tyson & Jake Paul fight while giving their props to Amanda Serrano (51:23), Beyoncé will be performing on Christmas Day at halftime of the Ravens & Texans game on Netflix (1:07:38), and the first episode of J. Cole?s new audio series ?Inevitable? has been released (1:18:10). The crew discusses JAY-Z album rumors (1:24:12), Joe doubles down on his Jaleel White comments after his appearance on ?The Breakfast Club? (1:42:07), ?X? has new terms & conditions that are driving users away from the platform (1:48:59), and another one bites the dust?(2:06:49). Also, the room debates with Joe about whether or not he?s a show off (2:26:12), Shemar Moore?s feelings about marriage receives hate from the internet (2:38:22) which leads to a conversation on the sexual spectrum (2:49:53), Tyler, The Creator?s ?Camp Flog Gnaw? Festival (3:12:44), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | RIMON (feat. Dylan Sinclair) - ?Lying?

Ice | Quando Rondo - ?Could?ve Been Me?

Parks | Eto - ?Long Way Home?

Melyssa | Jay Kent - ?Texting?

Marc | Ché Noir (feat. Rapsody) - ?Black Girl?

In the latest episode, the crew reacts to Joe?s Instagram post for his girl?s birthday (9:47) before the room moves to their thoughts on Gillie & Wallo?s advice to Kodak Black (28:42). Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are set to square off in a boxing match on Netflix as the room predicts the outcome of the fight and whether or not it will be staged (38:52), the internet is reacting Skai Jackson?s baby daddy after he was arrested for violating parole (59:02), and footage is circulating of Offset getting into an altercation in Paris (1:18:37). John Krasinski has been named PEOPLE?s Sexiest Man Alive (1:40:43), Joe?s rewatch of ?The Penguin? leads Ish to think people are overreacting about the show (1:46:05), and new reports from UFO experts on aliens living underwater (1:53:50). Also, Leon Thomas pulls up to the studio (1:57:57) as the R&B singer speaks about his latest album ?MUTT?, his time living in Los Angeles, what his music plans are moving forward, and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Valiant - ?Little Red Riding?

Ice | Morray - ?Out The Hole?

Parks | Cordae (feat. Kanye West) - ?No Bad News?

Ish | SAILORR - ?POOKIE?S REQUIEM?

Melyssa | Ambré - ?PT. II (DRAKE & DRIVE)?

The Bionic Six & Marc Lamont Hill return to the airwaves as Marc begins by addressing each member of the JBP about the previous Patreon episode featuring Bernice Burgos (5:08). Joe then asks the room if they?ve noticed a difference in business conversations since the election (32:07), Quincy Jones leaves a fortune to his seven children (43:37), and Young Thug?s ?X? account calls out Gunna before deleting the post (1:16:10). Denzel Washington is getting a role created for him in ?Black Panther 3? as retirement is also around the corner (1:42:20), **SPOILER ALERT** Joe speaks on ?The Penguin? finale (1:52:36), Doechii catches hate from the internet following her Grammy nomination (2:00:05), and Jaleel White turns down a ?Family Matters? reboot (2:13:54). Also, a debate on whether or not you?re allowed to slide on your friend?s cousin (2:44:03), Dr. Umar is set to return to the pod (3:24:08), Part of the Show (3:33:55), the room discusses whether they believe the amount of money Bernice was making as a bartender (4:12:30), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Darkoo & Rema - ?Favourite Girl?

Ice | Payroll Giovanni - ?Addicted 2 Results?

Parks | Ice Cube, Busta Rhymes, & Killer Mike - ?Ego Maniacs?

Ish | Mable - ?Vitamins?

Melyssa | Kiana Ledé - ?Space and Pussy?

Marc | Ab-Soul (feat. Vince Staples & Kamm Carson) - ?California Dream?

With the 2024 election in the rearview, Joe shares about the start of his health journey (22:00) before the Bionic Six & Marc Lamont Hill recap their thoughts following the presidential results from earlier in the week and reasons why Kamala Harris fell short (28:45). The 2025 Grammy Nominations have been released as the JBP reacts to song and album of the year categories (1:39:37), Ab-Soul drops his new album ?Soul Burger? (2:06:40), and DDG brings his and Halle Bailey?s son on Kai Cenat?s livestream (2:22:47) which leads the room to discuss coparenting and if men are good at apologizing (2:33:50), Marc questions QueenzFlip about his ?man of the house? take (2:55:30), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Ella Mai - ?One Of These?

Ice | Tha Eastsidaz (feat. October London) - ?Groove Bacc?

Parks | Ab-Soul (feat. JasonMartin & Thirsty P) - ?All That?

Ish | PHABO & Josef Lamercier - ?5000 Degrees?

Melyssa | Simi Liadi - ?No Exchange?

The JBP opens up their latest episode with a discussion on whether Ish is a gift-shamer (1:25) before Joe discusses how his pride and ego has been hurt once again by his friends (12:15). The room then talks about the chaos of Election Day (22:57), New York is under a Drought Watch (1:08:20), Lil WeezyAna Fest took place on Saturday which featured a Hot Boys reunion and comments from Wayne on the New Orleans Super Bowl Halftime Show (1:16:25), and Marc Lamont Hill starts a debate on Michael Jackson?s ?Bad? vs. ?Off the Wall? (1:31:00). DeMar DeRozan returns to Toronto with Drake standing courtside (1:41:24), Joel Embiid has been suspended for pushing a reporter (2:10:30) which then leads the crew to ask whether people deserve to get punched in the face (2:16:40). Also, the JBP discusses which artists they?d cry over following the news of Quincy Jones passing at 91 (2:30:20), Joe has a question for the room about threesome babies (2:48:30), T.I. announces retirement from performing (3:06:00), Marc on having to deal with Philly athletes in the 2000s (3:11:27), Kai Cenat & Kodak Black?s livestream (3:14:35), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Austin Millz & Jozzy - ?Need I Say More?

Ice | Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre & Jhené Aiko - ?Gorgeous?

Parks | BigXthaPlug - ?Therapy Session?

Ish | Elmiene - ?Crystal Tears?

Melyssa | Dee Gatti - ?Timeless?

Marc | Freddie Gibbs - ?It's Your Anniversary?

In the latest episode from the JBP, the crew begins with discussing their Halloween (20:28) before getting to Young Thug being released with a lengthy probation sentence (30:12). The JBP then discusses how Thug has to navigate a new music ecosystem and what it means for the rapper moving forward (57:40), Joe shares a story about his most recent night at ?Girls Love Karaoke? (1:18:29), and the projections for Tyler, The Creator?s new album are in (1:30:20). Also, the room wonders how you compliment a man with a fire mouth (1:50:10), Meg Thee Stallion?s Amazon Prime documentary (1:58:33), Ari Lennox?s beef with Dreamville (2:31:44) leads to a debate on if an idea is more important than the execution (2:46:00), Mel?s new podcast (2:59:33), questionable Halloween outfits for children (3:11:38), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Jacquees - ?Baby Making?

Ice | Lloyd Banks - ?Season Of The Psychos? 

Parks | Che Noir (feat. Brady Watt & Abiodun Oyewole) - ?Shadow Puppet?

Ish | Elijah Blake (feat. Kareen Lomax) - ?Read The Room?

Melyssa | Mr. Carmack (feat. Kehlani) - ?All In?

Ice returns to his seat in the latest dudecast edition of the JBP as the guys begin with a conversation on caviar and whether it?s white people?s version of oxtail (18:52). 50 Cent turns down Donald Trump?s $3 million offer to perform at his Madison Square Garden rally as the room then debates what their price would have to be (21:33), Tony Hinchcliffe?s controversial and racist monologue (29:05), and Miami Heat unveil the statue of Dwyane Wade which is met by backlash and jokes from fans (41:34). The room then shades Joe?s basketball skills which leads to a potential 1-on-1 match that involves games with both Ish and Marc Lamont Hill (56:20), Shaq faces backlash over his appearance on Angel Reese?s podcast (1:13:48), Tyler, The Creator drops his new album ?Chromakopia? (1:51:00), and Joe shares his thoughts after the passing of DJ Clark Kent due to colon cancer (2:17:16). Also, Tory Lanez seeks disciplinary action against his former attorney (2:28:20), the guys want Haunted Houses to make a resurgence (2:42:16), did Winnie and Kevin from ?The Wonder Years? sleep together (2:49:20), Joe responds to the internet clipping up his Lil Durk & J. Cole comments (2:50:10), Tony Rock addresses not being cast in Chris Rock movies and the crew debates if they agree with his stance or not (3:06:00), and more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Alfonzo Hunter - ?Weekend Thang?

Ice | GloRilla - ?LET HER COOK?

Parks | Canibus (feat. Panama P.I.) - ?How We Roll?

Ish | TheARTI$t - ?Soul On Fire?

The JBP kicks off the latest episode with questions for Ish after he was spotted courtside with Marc Lamont Hill at the Sixers & Bucks game earlier this week (22:25) before Joe discusses speaking at Steve Stoute?s SelectCon NYC event (27:44). Lil Durk has been arrested over an alleged murder-for-hire plot as the room shares what information has been made available to the public (30:30) and the difficulty in podcasting about such stories (57:30). In new music, Summer Walker drops a new single ?Heart Of A Woman? (1:35:36), the crew debates if the Menendez Brothers should be granted parole (1:46:15), as well as whether Joe had any disagreements with Punch TDE?s tweet about Hip Hop Journalism (2:01:55). Also, **TRIGGER WARNING** a mother is suing an AI company over the death of her son (2:33:20), E. coli outbreaks (2:48:50), Part of the Show (3:03:19), and much more. 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Babyface & Muni Long - ?The Recipe?

Parks | REASON - ?Whatever?

Ish | Tailz. - ?Free Time?

Melyssa | Elmiene & BADBADNOTGOOD - ?Marking My Time?

 In the latest episode, Marc Lamont Hill takes his seat with the JBP as the room reacts to Joe?s viral moment over the weekend (13:10) before a quick recap of Parks? birthday party (23:46). The New York Liberty take home the 2024 WNBA Championship (28:05) while Angel Reese?s outfit for Game 5 has caused some commotion (34:55), the New York Yankees are headed to the World Series (38:55), and Joe shares a quick story of his recent injury (44:18). SZA interviews Kendrick Lamar for Harper?s BAZAAR fashion magazine (55:25) as he shares what ?Not Like Us? means to him and the gang discusses doing interviews with your friends vs. other journalists, Joe reminds everyone that it is illegal to go through your significant others phone (1:17:55), and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducts eight new acts (1:38:36). Also, the JBP discusses a proposed mandate from strippers when it comes to throwing money & payouts (1:49:40), Kamala Harris? campaign continues to try to attract black male voters while being publicly called names (2:03:21), Part of the Show (2:55:22), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Leon Thomas - ?SAFE PLACE?

Parks | Tyler, The Creator - ?Noid?

Ish | BARii - ?Barbershop?

Melyssa | October London (feat. Boney James) - ?All I Want Is You?

Joe kicks things off by showing love to DJ Clark Kent (3:02) before dedicating this episode to 9-5 workers and firing back at those who have been kicking his back in for his comments about them (4:33). In music, the JBP condemns BET for the embarrassment that was the BET Hip-Hop Awards (33:10), addresses Tommy Richman for submitting ?Million Dollar Baby? in all of the Rap GRAMMY categories (49:08), salutes Tyler, the Creator for deciding to release his upcoming album ?Chromakopia? on a Monday (1:07:19), and makes sense of rumors that Michael Jackson beat Tupac up for dating Quincy Jones? daughter (1:19:23). Later, Joe asks if men can harp on things (1:30:45) and reveals he is going to buy a camper in his 50s (1:36:01) before the gang discusses updates in both Safaree and DJ Mustard?s domestic disputes (1:40:40), reactions to Big Meech?s release from prison (1:50:28), the mystique surrounding parties before social media (2:00:40), Liam Payne of One Direction?s passing (2:17:16), a LinkedIn co-founder saying that 9-5 jobs will be extinct by 2034 (2:25:12), people now being able to communicate through their dreams (2:36:02), Parks? experiences at nude beaches and being courted by men (2:39:30), what?s next for Bronny James after his disappointing preseason (2:46:53), the billboards marketing Season 2 of Improper Improv (2:56:11), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Ambré - ?SWV?

Ice | BigXthaPlug - ?Leave Me Alone?

Parks | Benny the Butcher & 38 Spesh - ?Money Counter?

Ish | Jon Vinyl - ?War?

Melyssa | Berhana - ?Golden?

 Ian Dunlap returns to the JBP as the room begins with Melyssa Ford?s recent tweets (2:39) before QueenzFlip recaps his time at the Wild 'n Out show over the weekend (18:34). Joe & Ish then gets to story time and shares their experience out at a ?Paddle of the Sexes? event (20:42), TD Bank has been hit with a $3 billion fine over drug cartel money laundering (54:46), and the crew debates what makes a good mediator (1:00:50) and if there is an issue with men who move off of hearsay (1:10:12). Former NBA player and coach Sam Mitchell seemingly doxxed NBA TV co-host Chris Miles after an awkward live interaction (1:16:57), RJ Barrett allegedly owes an escort some money (1:27:53), and Lyfe Jennings says NPR?s Tiny Desk rejected him from their show (1:41:40). Also, the room discusses how they handle criticism (1:55:00), Joe shares some tidbits about the blessings that come from podcasting as well as how paranoia affects work ethic (2:04:54), Ian brings a list of conspiracy theorist topics (2:41:50), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Ravyn Lenae (feat. Ty Dolla $ign) ? ?Dream Girl?

Ice | Pharrell Williams (feat. Tyler, The Creator) - ?VIRGINIA Boy (Remix)?

Parks | Ka - ?I Love (Mimi, Moms, Kev)?

Ish | Amaria - ?Fly?

Melyssa | Gallant (feat. Nao) - ?Centigrade.?

Another dudecast is in effect for the latest JBP episode as they begin with a discussion on if they wash their own clothes (2:19) before they react to J. Cole?s latest record ?Port Antonio? in which he addresses his feelings following the fallout of the Drake & Kendrick Lamar beef (22:40). The room also discusses if new music is being devalued when it drops on Instagram instead of DSPs (1:17:30), GloRilla?s drops her debut studio album ?GLORIOUS? (1:42:10), and Rod Wave releases a new project titled  ?Last Lap? (2:01:44). Elon Musk & Tesla preview humanoid Optimus robots (2:19:00), Harvard students creating futuristic smart glasses (2:32:49), a congratulations to Chaka Khan (2:37:03), the crew presses Ish about going out (2:43:30), Part of the Show (3:00:00), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Victoria Monét - ?Love Is Stronger Than Pride?

Ice | Wynne (feat. Conductor Williams) - ?Bad Girl?

Parks | Madvillain (MF DOOM & Madlib) - ?Figaro?

Ish | Syamali - ?California Rain?

Jaewon | Rod Wave - ?Federal Nightmares?

 

QueenzFlip returns to his chair as the JBP starts with a few airport stories (2:00) before Joe sends congratulations to Lizzo (40:28). Safaree attends Nicki Minaj?s concert in Miami (45:55) which leads to a conversation about ?fake stalking? your ex (54:13), can a gay person sleep you (1:23:50), Joe responds to the backlash over his DDG comments (1:25:20), and the room discusses whether or not the JBP co-hosts are cancelable (1:36:44). Cissy Houston, mother of Whitney Houston, passes at 91 (1:53:55), Drake?s Instagram posting of Solange as well as putting fake friends on blast during his Toronto concert has the crew dive into a topic on digital warfare and his beef with JAY-Z (1:58:00), Financial abuse in relationships (2:47:25), Ish attends the Maxwell concert which included another stage appearance from Melyssa Ford (2:55:50) and Ice recaps Wale?s Irving Plaza show (3:04:17), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Sterling Sims - ?Jersey Shore 3?

Ice | Max B (feat. Stack Bundles & Mel Matrix) - ?Refreshing?

Parks | GREA8GAWD - ?BYE BYE SUMMER?

Ish | Leven & damn james! - ?Vivians Freestyle?

Melyssa | Leon Thomas (feat. Wale) - ?FEELINGS ON SILENT?

Emanny | Leon Thomas - ?YES IT IS?

The JBP kicks off the latest episode with the news that the Port Union has agreed to suspend their strike which leads to a quick apology from Joe over Perrier water (17:08). The Menendez Brothers are having their case revisited in light of new evidence (32:04), Social media suggests Stefon Diggs is the NFL player linked to Cardi B (42:40), and Jaguar Wright?s interview with Piers Morgan has the room question how long before Diddy will go financially broke (55:24). Stephen A. Smith discusses his ESPN contract negotiations and uses Dak Prescott as a comparison as to why he deserves $100 million (1:13:30), Tommy Richman says he?s not a hip-hop artist (1:21:20), and DDG announces split from Halle Bailey (1:32:54). Melyssa Ford responds to being in the news after rolling out her ?Hot & Bothered? podcast (1:47:27), Joe shares some of the challenges with podcaster expectations (1:53:20), Part of the Show (2:23:57), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Victoria Monét (feat. Thundercat) - ?Don?t Sleep?

Ice | BIG30 - ?FACETIME WITH MY MAMA?

Parks | Terrace Martin & Cautious Clay - ?Read The Room?

Ish | Poo Bear - ?LAST OF US?

Melyssa | Cautious Clay - ?Shook?

The latest episode from the JBP dives in as the crew salutes Cardi B for her Paris Fashion Week (2:38) before reports of freak off tapes being sold in Hollywood involving a ?high profile? individual (18:50). The Judge in the Young Thug RICO trial blasts prosecutors for poor lawyering (22:49), Melyssa Ford shares about her night out with the guys at the strip club (31:25) as well as the latest on her new podcast (39:42), Lil Yachty's podcast co-host Mitch eludes to the fact that 'A Safe Place' may have published its final episode (47:05), and Joe shares his thoughts about the New York Knicks blockbuster trade over the weekend (1:12:08). In new music, Leon Thomas releases his second studio album ?MUTT? (1:22:30), the JBP has a debate over the current sound in R&B following Mario?s new single ?Space? (1:28:45), and port workers strike begins across the East and Gulf Coasts (1:40:51). Also, DaBaby puts out a new project (1:58:08), the crew reacts to Usher feeding Halle Bailey a cherry at his concert (2:00:55), Pras is suing Lauryn Hill (2:06:15), J. Cole?s recent features with Daylyt & Tee Grizzley (2:18:39), a few more unfortunate passings of legends in the sports and entertainment world (2:27:07), Part of the Show (2:34:10), and much more. 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Ambré - ?LMK?

Ice | DaBaby - ?In a Minute (Intro)?

Parks | Blu & Exile (feat. Ahmad Anwar) - ?Valley Of Kings?

Ish | Sasha Keable (feat. 6LACK) - ?Take Your Time?

Melyssa | Jorja Smith - ?The One?

Emanny | Day26 - ?For Me?

The latest episode from the JBP opens with a conversation on insurance rates and crash outs before turning to Cardi B and Offset airing each other out on the internet (27:43). The cast then engages in a heated debate about ?cheating up? and relationship toxicity (37:00), Offset accuses Cardi of cheating on him while pregnant as the cast discuss whether or not they believe it (1:22:30), and Cardi also leaks texts between the two (1:42:09). New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on five federal charges related to bribery, wire fraud, conspiracy and soliciting campaign contributions (1:51:55), and further news on P. Diddy?s indictment as his lawyer reveals he wants to testify at his trial while Costco debunks the baby oil claims (2:24:52). Also, Naomi Campbell has been banned from being a charity trustee (2:44:40), the room debates if they would dub Eartha Kitt on the casting couch (2:52:10), the JBP issues thoughts and prayers to the family of Marcellus Williams (3:02:15), Derrick Rose?s retirement (3:07:25), and much more. 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | ELHAE - ?A.N.O.?

Ice | Maxo Kream (feat. Tyler, the Creator) - ?Cracc Era?

Parks | Daylyt & J. Cole - ?A Plate Of Collard Greens?

Ish | ANGELIKK - ?Soon Enough?

Melyssa | alayna - ?Who Am I Now?

Emanny | Journey Montana - ?YOU?

 

Fall season has arrived and the first topic on the board is Dr. Umar?s comments comparing the 'freak offs' of Diddy & Hugh Hefner (17:29). From there, the room reacts to Kim Porter?s memoir going number one on Amazon & the author behind it (30:08). Joe's latest booking is to DJ and the event is his mother's birthday party (39:00). The JBP speaks to the resurfaced clips of Justin Bieber amid Diddy's arrest (41:04). ?The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story? on Netflix is under fire (46:00) & the crew discuss America's obsession to romanticize criminals (58:37). The crew remembers Tito Jackson & his legacy (RIP) (1:19:15). Joe asks the crew if they ever cheated and if yes, how close they got to getting caught. (1:30:58). Atlantic Music Group & Elliot Grainge announce new regime, which continues the conversation of the shift in the music industry (1:42:50), Meek Mill offers $100K to hire an investigative team to clear his name of Diddy allegations (1:47:08). Ish sparks a debate regarding parenting (1:58:50), the crew dives into the new details stemming from Day 1 of Young Dolph?s trial (2:06:10), and much more.

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Musiq Soulchild - ?Onenight?

Ice | Meek Mill - ?ROBBIE SON?

Parks | The Alchemist (feat. Conway the Machine) - ?Diego Maradona?

Ish | Vanilla is Black & 6LACK - ?Baby Boy?

Melyssa | Wale - ?Welcome to the Stage (Tame Impala Freestyle)?

Emanny | Gabby Zike - ?Wasted?

 

The best podcast in the world returns to the airwaves as QueenzFlip begins by addressing some of Joe?s vacation posts (3:30) then a quick debate takes place on whether or not everyone showers between layup sex (10:30). Melyssa briefly touches on the Emmy Awards (22:48) before the room discusses P. Diddy?s FBI arrest earlier this week on sex trafficking and racketeering charges plus why his bail was denied (24:02), Former Bad Boy artist Shyne Barrow breaks his silence (54:47), and the JBP dives into the definition of each of the charges against Puff (1:19:24). Future drops his third project of the year ?MIXTAPE PLUTO? (1:37:50), Joe explains how it?s a scary time for musicians with more changes in the music business as Kevin Liles steps down as CEO of 300 Entertainment (1:42:25), and Brittany Renner discusses her recent financial struggles (2:23:20). Also, Joe discusses his run in with customs on the way to Cabo (2:33:30), Nelly is being sued by St. Lunatics over records on ?Country Grammar? (3:02:15), **SPOILER ALERT** the JBP discusses a number of new TV shows (3:23:05), Joe offers trades for Phil Collins (3:55:35), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | H.I.M. - ?Habits?

Ice | Tee Grizzley (feat. 42 Dugg) - ?Detroit?

Parks | Anthony Kannon, MBK Richy & Blicka Don - ?Spare My Brother?

Ish | Jordin Sparks - ?FFWD?

Melyssa | Hailey Knox - ?11th Hour?

In the latest episode from the Bionic Six, Joe looks forward to his first vacation of the year (7:34) before the room pays its respects to the legend Frankie Beverly (15:07). Shannon Sharpe goes live on Instagram while engaging in sexual acts (38:00), a reaction & breakdown of Kendrick Lamar?s new record (1:11:17), and the internet has engaged in debates about whether K. Dot will perform ?Not Like Us? at the Super Bowl (1:44:00). Lil Wayne posts a video showing his disappointment in not getting the New Orleans halftime show (1:50:34), the JBP then discusses when they think Kendrick will drop his project and how many units he will move first week (2:10:17).  Also, nearly everyone forgot about the 2024 MTV VMAs (2:36:20), a debate on whether Tyla is an industry plant (2:42:10), the presidential debate (3:05:30), Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffers another scary concussion (3:16:14), should a loan be returned with interest amongst friends (3:44:45), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Terrace Martin (feat. Arin Ray & Elena Pinderhughes) - ?Solo?

Ice | Wale & T-Minus - ?Mission Statement?

Parks | Smoke DZA (feat. Really Jaewon) - ?Paid in Full (P.I.F)?

Ish | Leon Thomas (feat. Ty Dolla $ign) - ?FAR FETCHED?

Melyssa | Santino Le Saint - ?Clockwork?

The Bionic Six is back! With Kendrick Lamar?s Super Bowl halftime show announcement over the weekend, the internet reacted to Lil Wayne not being selected to perform with New Orleans hosting the event (17:25). The JBP debates what songs Wayne would perform before discussing potential reasons as to why the NFL went in a different direction. Off the success and praise of ?Alligator Bites Never Heal?, Doechii pulls up to the studio to discuss the creation of her mixtape, working under the TDE umbrella, and where she sees herself over the next five years (1:18:25). Also, Joe asks the room whether mom trucks still exist (2:05:05), Nicki Minaj defends Lil Wayne on X (2:20:26), Joe shares a couple stories from his trip to Indianapolis (2:31:38), bodycam footage has been released of Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill?s arrest prior to Sunday?s game (2:47:26), 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: www.patreon.com/joebudden   Sleeper Picks:   Joe | AUGUST 08 - ?Bruises?    Ice | LL COOL J - ?30 Decembers?   Parks | Ransom & V Don - ?Mid Life Crisis?   Ish | Justin Garner - ?RED HOT?   Melyssa | serpentwithfeet & Orion Sun - ?Ellipsis?

The JBP is joined by Jaewon in the latest episode as they begin with Tamar Braxton?s accusation that her ex used her card on other women (49:00). The room then discusses the unfortunate passing of Rich Homie Quan just shy of his 34th birthday (1:10:12) before turning to a conversation over the tragedy that took place at Apalachee High School in Georgia (1:26:30). Also, Marlon Wayans sits down with Shannon Sharpe (1:48:33), 50 Cent receives a diss from Desiigner (2:09:40) as well as a response from Dame Dash on IG live (2:18:04), Part of the Show (2:27:47), and much more. 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Ye Ali, Dende & Sidney Gilliam - ?Merlot?

Parks | Rasheed Chappell & Beatsbyjblack (feat. SoundsLikeDen) - ?Haysoos? 

Ish | SABRI - ?Ring By Spring?

Melyssa | Toro y Moi & Don Toliver - ?Madonna? 

Emanny | RINI - ?Talk to Me? 

In the latest episode from the JBP, the room begins with a recap following Joe?s birthday party over the weekend (17:30) before turning to the passing of legend Fatman Scoop late Friday night (38:30). Ice Spice and Cleotrapa?s beef is playing out on the internet (52:35), following the delay of the billboard charts Travis Scott sits behind Sabrina Carpenter with 361k units (1:32:16), and Joe has some additional thoughts on both Doechii (1:53:50) and Big Sean albums (1:56:19). Also, the gang debates whether or not you really know how up your parents are or not (2:12:28), more on labor day weekend and Joe?s party (2:20:50), 50 Cent?s appearance on ?Million Dollaz Worth of Game? (2:51:55), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Connie Diiamond (feat. Vontee the Singer) - ?Jodeci?

Parks | Tobe Nwigwe (feat. Jacob Banks) - ?MOON AND SUNLIGHT)

Ish | Jordyn Simone & Lekan - ?Don?t Wake Up?

Melyssa | Ravyn Lenae (feat. Childish Gambino) - ?One Wish?

Emanny | Boyz II Men - ?Thank You?

Heading into Joe?s birthday weekend, the JBP begins this episode reacting to the best use of A.I. in music to date (29:30) before turning to a number of new projects and singles that were released this week (33:03). Big Sean drops ?Better You Than Me? (33:28), Doechii releases ?Alligator Bites Never Heal? (49:34), and the room debates whether the numbers surrounding Travis Scott are believable or not (1:02:53). Also, a clip of Mendeecees and Yandy leads to a conversation about wearing wedding rings (1:25:05), Joe doubles down on his Boris Kodjoe/Steph Curry take (1:31:08), Cam Newton?s interview with Dr. Bryant (2:00:38), QueenzFlip takes Melyssa Ford to Homie Court (2:21:34), Part of the Show returns (2:37:48), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Omah Lay - ?Moving?

Ice | Juelz Santana, Meek Mill, Jim Jones, & Rowdy Rebel - ?Boyz In Da Hood? 

Parks | Tay Bell - ?Who Gon Love You?

Ish | Kehlani (feat. Lucky Daye) - ?When He's Not There?

Melyssa | Liza (feat. TOBi) - ?Back For More?

QueenzFlip | Skinny Fabulous & Nailah Blackman - ?Come Home? 

The Bionic Six reunites as the latest episode from the JBP begins with Joe sharing a story of his trip to Atlanta (13:05) before turning to a new three-pack of songs from Drake (34:54). DJ Akademiks agrees to sit down with Caresha for Season 2 of ?Caresha Please? (54:58), Jason & Travis Kelce receive $100 million from Amazon?s Wondery (1:05:50), and Keith Lee?s trip to DC did not go as planned (1:23:45). Also, the room shares their thoughts and prayers after a few recent passings (1:33:38), QueenzFlip?s weekend at ?Rise Up NYC? (1:55:28), two astronauts are stuck in space (2:22:25), Is a million dollars life changing money (2:39:45), Part of the Show (2:47:40), + much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Xavier Omär & ELHAE - ?Favourite?

Ice | Benny the Butcher (feat. Fabolous) - ?Hard Way Freestyle?

Parks | Juicy J (feat. Robert Glasper & Emi Secrest) - ?To You?

Ish | Day26 - ?Over You?

Melyssa | XG - ?WOKE UP?

In the latest dudecast episode from the JBP, Joe reacts to Kanye West singing his name during his ?Vultures Listening Experience? event in Korea (36:40) before turning to Lil Yachty?s recent exchange with his podcast co-host Mitch (45:44) and his rant about Karrahbooo (57:39). J-Lo & Ben Affleck?s divorce filing leads to a debate among the room (1:16:44), Tyrese?s appearance on The Breakfast Club (1:43:54), and Juvenile removes himself from an airplane after being asked to move from first class (2:08:45). Also, the guys share their thoughts on the Democratic National Convention (2:25:30), Dr. Umar asks if Hip-Hop has done more harm than good (3:23:30), and much more!

 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | OG Parker & Layton Greene (feat. Chris Brown, Latto, & PnB Rock) - ?Rain Down?

Parks | Travis Scott - ?Drugs You Should Try It?

Ish | Elmiene - ?Light Work? 

Emanny | Raphael Saadiq - ?Still Ray?

A dudecast is in effect for the latest episode of the JBP as the guys open the pod with a discussion on skipping school to buy music and the technology kids have access to today (3:48). Sexyy Red launches a Lip Gloss line (44:30), Complex releases a Top-50 Rappers from Atlanta list (55:20), and the room sends their condolences after the passing of Houston rapper and producer BeatKing (1:21:27). Also, more movement in the music business after Roc Nation merges its label and distribution divisions (1:37:08), Alex Cooper signs deal up to $125M with SiriusXM (1:55:27), What?s the floor for buying your male friend a car (2:34:55), the viral clip of a bus driver beating up passenger after getting spit on (3:05:40), Joe calls Tank to discuss his recent take on Chris Brown being better than Michael Jackson (3:17:50), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Maeta - ?Mustang Sally?

Ice | Gucci Mane & DJ Drama - ?Rich N****z?

Parks | Emilio Rojas - ?Highs & Lows?

Ish | SAINt JHN (feat. Lenny Kravitz) - ?Borders?

Emanny | Miguel - ?Gravity?

In the latest episode from the Bionic Six, the room discusses Tyrese?s Marvin Gaye-inspired National Anthem (15:19) before diving into a debate on A-List actors (22:28). The three songs from Drake?s 100GB release have been put on DSPs (31:53), Joe doubles down on his feelings about Latto vs. Doja Cat (37:20), and YSL Woody testifies in the YSL trial (44:01). Jonathan Majors accepts perseverance award at Hollywood Unlocked's 4th annual Impact Awards (1:02:09), the room discusses whether you can outgrow toxicity (1:04:35), and Skai Jackson was arrested for domestic battery (1:40:56). Also, Pras disses Lauryn Hill in new record (2:07:49), Team USA men?s and women?s basketball both take home gold with wins over France (2:32:03), Noah Lyles denies rumor about Anthony Edwards (2:38:29), Part of the Show (3:07:11), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Major Nine - ?Soul Ties?

Ice | Lehla Samia - ?Proud To Be Your Girl?

Parks | 38 Spesh (feat. Method Man & Ti-Lar Bee) - ?Speshal Methods?

Ish | Ambré (feat. Alex Isley) - ?YOU DON?T KNOW?

Melyssa | Bellah - ?Prototype?

 

Kicking off the latest JBP episode, Joe sets the scene following Lucky Daye?s performance at Radio City Music Hall in which Melyssa Ford ended up on stage (10:59). QueenzFlip/Unc then talks joining Kai Cenat?s stream (53:30), Marcus Jordan was caught snorting a substance on vacation (1:01:25), and Nelly?s arrest in Missouri (1:14:32). Also, rumors of Kanye West?s drug use and the state of ?Vultures 2? (1:18:22), the room discusses the recent reorganization among music labels (1:31:14), Drake releases 100GB worth of content (1:40:29), ?Caresha Please? has returned (2:03:30), Latto releases her new album ?Sugar Honey Iced Tea? (2:11:37), Travis Scott arrested in Paris (2:23:35), The Fugees tour has been canceled (2:35:00), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Major Myjah - ?Exes?

Ice | Polo G (feat. GloRilla) - ?Bad Kids?

Parks | Benny the Butcher (feat. Lindsay Niccs) - ?Higher? 

Ish | Kenyon Dixon - ?Brand New?

Melyssa | Xavier Omär & ELHAE - ?LUV 4 U?

Emanny | dvsn - ?Angela?

Social media conspiracy theorists can take a breath as Ish returns from vacation. The JBP begins this episode with their thoughts on Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign?s ?Vultures 2? which released Saturday (32:06) before turning to more on the Paris Olympics as Noah Lyles wins gold in the 100m (45:52), Simone Biles continues to build on her legendary career (54:16), and Sha?Carri Richardson takes silver in the 100m (1:01:56). The internet then reacts to tweets from DJ Mustard (1:12:24), *SPOILER ALERT* Mayor of Kingstown?s finale (1:31:53), and American Sports Story will portray the rise and fall of Aaron Hernandez in its first season (1:39:50). Also, Drake is set to release a collab project with PARTYNEXTDOOR this fall (1:44:37), Big Sean comments on marriage (1:55:39), the Terence Crawford fight (2:20:43) leads to a conversation on the viral clip of a fight mid-podcast (2:22:37), New facial recognition at NFL games (2:44:05), and much more!

 

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Sleeper Picks:

Joe | Lloyd - ?Caramel?

Ice | Zacari - ?Girl Next Door?

Parks | The Co-Op (feat. Passport Gift, Rasheed Chappell, David Bars & Parks) - ?That's That Shhhh?

Ish | Elijah Blake - ?Is Everybody OK??

Melyssa | Maxwell - ?Simply Beautiful?

Music Executive Ray Daniels joins the cast in the latest episode as the JBP begins with Lil Yachty saying he?s quitting the internet following backlash from his comments on the ?Flagrant? Podcast and whether they would have leaked the ?Super Soak? record with Drake  (25:20). The room then discusses if there is a passive-aggressive beef between Drake & LeBron (50:11), LL Cool J sits down with Shannon Sharpe and discusses his Def Jam Mount Rushmore (1:08:43), and the Paris Olympics continue on (1:15:25). Also, Dame Dash?s Roc-A-Fella stake is up for auction (1:25:36), The LOX Tiny Desk performance (1:52:48), Killer Mike?s new album (2:11:35), Trump speaks at the National Association of Black Journalists (2:16:34), Warner Music Group announces a major executive restructure (3:13:44), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Tank (feat. Candice Boyd) - ?Good Thing?

Ice | Made Men & The LOX - ?Tommy?s Theme?

Parks | Killer Mike (feat. Anthony Hamilton) - ?NOBODY KNOWS?

Melyssa | bored & Rondo Mo - ?Ready?

Marc Lamont Hill stops by and the JBP begins by reacting to SiR?s Toronto show being canceled (12:23), Tory Lanez?s driver?s testimony of what happened the night Megan Thee Stallion was shot (23:50), and 2Pac?s family hiring new representation following rumors about Diddy?s involvement (52:26). Marvel announced that they are casting Robert Downey Jr. as Dr. Doom (59:42), and the gang compares Downey Jr.?s and Majors? criminal records and debates why society is being so hard on Majors and if he will make his return to Hollywood (1:03:57). Also, Swae Lee is encouraging people not to vote for Kamala Harris which leads to a conversation with Marc on the upcoming election (1:24:03), DJ Vlad?s message to Polo G (1:58:35), the arrest of Foolio?s killers (2:24:00), Part of the Show (2:29:57), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Fridayy - ?Baddest In The Room?

Ice | Tory Lanez - ?Cell 245 (Prison Tapes)?

Parks | Your Old Droog - ?I Think I Love Her?

Melyssa | Black Thought & Danger Mouse - ?No Gold Teeth?

The Bionic Six returns to form as they begin this episode with new music including Ice Spice?s ?Y2K!? project (26:50), DJ Mustard?s album (42:00), Drake & Gordo release two records (43:50), and Lil Wayne?s verse with Cordae as well as DJ Premier (1:05:20). The JBP then discusses if the BBL wave is over (1:27:56), the Obama?s endorse Kamala Harris (1:44:29), and the beef between Funny Marco & Bobbi Althoff (2:03:46). Also, **SPOILER ALERT** the room shares their thoughts on the season finale of ?Presumed Innocent? (2:17:49), the NBA agrees to a new media deal with Amazon leaving their relationship with TNT in question (2:30:50), Part of the Show (2:54:27), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Joe Budden (feat. Emanny) - ?You And I?

Ice | Melii - ?Karma?

Parks | Common & Pete Rock - ?Wise Up?

Ish | RINI - ?Matter To You?

Melyssa | Kenyon Dixon - ?Far Away?

 

The Bionic Six returns with reactions to the largest IT outage in history (18:15) on Friday morning before turning to new music. The room starts with JT?s album ?City Cinderella? (27:08), Childish Gambino?s ?Bando Stone and The New World? (37:06), and Big Sean?s album was leaked following his ?On The Radar? appearance earlier this week (1:04:25). Also, Schoolboy Q?s show in Toronto gets canceled (1:16:28), Joe reacts to being cursed out online and the narrative around him quitting music (1:40:55), ESPN puts out the top-100 athletes since 2000 (2:37:08), **SPOILER ALERT** the latest episodes of Presumed Innocent (2:49:32) & Mayor of Kingstown (2:58:40), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Blxst - ?Selfish Ways?

Ice | Starlito (feat. Tha Landlord, Don Trip, & Propain) - ?Ultimate Team/Road to Glory?

Parks | Ransom & MadeinTYO - ?SMOKING MIRRORS?

Ish | Ye Ali, Dende & Sidney Gilliam - ?Merlot?

Melyssa | Elmiene - ?Sweetness?

In the latest episode from the JBP, Joe shares a couple stories from his weekend (24:49) before the room turns to the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump on Saturday (34:29). The Bionic Six then pivots to Amber Rose?s speech at the Republican National Convention (59:15), Alec Baldwin?s case has been dismissed (1:20:58), and Ice & Parks share their thoughts on Eminem?s new album ?The Death of Slim Shady? (1:30:56). Also, André 3000 responds to LL Cool J (1:42:45), Cam?ron & Ma$e address J Prince (1:55:55), Rashad & Troy of ?Earn Your Leisure? pull up to the studio to talk Invest Fest 2024 and the state of the economy (2:20:19), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Jhené Aiko - ?The Worst? (New Orleans Bounce Version)

Ice | Ryan Blades - ?The Chosen One?

Parks | Blu & Evidence (feat. Nana) - ?Los Angeles? 

Ish | Isaiah Falls (feat. ClicKlak) - ?Gold On My Teeth?

Melyssa | Toro y Moi - ?So Many Details?

 The JBP begins this episode discussing the viral video of Michael Ealy and Meagan Good?s hug in front of Jonathan Majors (24:12) before moving to the 2024 ESPYs with Serena Williams as the host (1:04:51) and Jalen Brown hitting the red carpet with Kysre Gondrezick (1:10:44). Complex releases their 2024 Hip-Hop Media Power Rankings (1:28:57), Billboard puts out their Top-100 Rap Albums of All-Time list (1:43:06), and the Bionic Six reacts to a recent news story at a Dollar Tree in Philly (2:03:22). Also, Jalen Brown vs. Nike (2:51:30), **SPOILER ALERT** the room has a debate on a scene from the most recent episode of ?Presumed Innocent? (2:59:50), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Sasha Keable (feat. DESTIN CONRAD) - ?Auction?

Ice | Babyface Ray & Peezy - ?Ghetto Boyz?

Parks | Eminem (feat. JID) - ?Fuel?

Ish | Chase Shakur - ?Too Far Close?

Melyssa | Femme It Forward, Asiahn, & ELHAE - ?What She Wants?

In the latest episode from the Bionic Six, Joe & Ice start by sharing their weekend plans which included a trip to the fair (11:28) before turning to Ish getting suspended on Instagram and dealing with strangers on the internet (42:08). The Essence Festival took place over the weekend in New Orleans which included a partial Hot Boys reunion (49:50), Busta Rhymes went viral for trying to get fans off their phones (55:34), and the JBP reacts to Zeus? new show ?Aunt-Tea? which featured The Game on their first episode (59:12). Also, Shakur Stevenson wins his fight over the weekend and disses Mase (1:17:36), Joe shares his thoughts on ?Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F? (1:52:45), a debate ensues over paying for someone?s rent (2:20:37), quick hits segment (2:39:47), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks:

Joe | 42 Dugg (feat. Sexyy Red) - ?N.P.O.?

Ice | 42 Dugg (feat. EST Gee) - ?Since When?

Parks | Lupe Fiasco - ?Samurai?

Ish | Noah Guy (feat. Billy Lemos) - ?LET U LEAD?

Melyssa | Néhémie - ?Typing?

 

The JBP recaps their July 4th (22:28) and Joe shares his experience at the Chris Brown concert (28:50) in the latest episode from the Bionic Six. Kendrick Lamar drops the music video to ?Not Like Us? (40:17), Ryan Garcia has been expelled by the WBC (1:15:20), and Stephen A. Smith addresses BET after showing OJ Simpson during its in-memoriam segment (1:28:06). Also, **SPOILER ALERT** AppleTV?s ?Defending Jacob? (1:51:20), new music (2:02:28), Taraji P. Henson responds to Keith Lee (2:34:57), Part of the Show (2:43:38), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Teenear (feat. Rick Ross) - ?Moment? 

Ice | Eminem, Big Sean, & BabyTron - ?Tobey?

Parks | Roddy Ricch - ?911?

Ish | Tems (feat. J. Cole) - ?Free Fall?

Melyssa | KALLITECHNIS - ?BOOMERANG?

 

The JBP kicks off this episode by airing out some grievances with Ice (1:10) before turning to their thoughts on the 2024 BET Awards (18:07) as they send their praises to Victoria Monét?s performance (35:37), the use & promotion of politics (39:40), and reactions to the tribute for Usher (1:06:03). Ice then shares his experience at the Jeezy & Scarface show (1:30:35), Rick Ross gets into a fight at a Vancouver music festival (1:38:34), and Joe walks back his take from last week on Lucky Daye?s album (2:04:43). Also, PARTYNEXTDOOR?s quick beef with Chris Brown, Bryson Tiller, & Jeremih (2:10:20), the recent free agency moves in the NBA (2:17:07), a question from Joe engages the room in debate (2:43:40), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Lucky Daye - ?Diamonds in Teal? 

Ice | Flau?jae & Lil Wayne - ?Came Out A Beast?

Parks | RJ Payne - ?Sweet Suffering?

Ish | Maeta - ?DJ Got Me?

Melyssa | Victoria Monét - ?Moment?

Emanny | Camper (feat. Syd & Tank) - ?I Need It?

The Bionic Six returns with a new episode as they begin with a quick discussion on the Biden vs. Trump debate (24:30) before turning to Draya Michele suing Tyrod Taylor (49:43). Joe talks recent moves made by the New York Knicks as well as Bronny James being drafted by the Lakers (1:12:33), in new music Drake releases two records on Camila Cabello?s new album (1:26:13), and Lucky Daye drops his project ?Algorithm? (1:32:31). Also,  *SPOILER ALERT* the room reacts to the ?Dark Matter? finale (2:02:32), Live-streaming platform Caffeine announces they?ve shut down (2:19:07), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Trey Budden - ?Keep You Around?

Ice | RJmrLA & Siete7x - ?Whole Head?

Parks | IAMGAWD & Clypto - ?Name Up?

Ish | Nippa (feat. Larry June & SHOW N PROVE) - ?Sugar?

Melyssa | The 80s, James Fauntleroy & No ID (feat. Snoh Aalegra) - ?Blue?

QueenzFlip returns to his chair as the JBP begins this episode with Joe discussing his weekend with family in South Carolina (35:34) before giving flowers to Vince Staples & Capella Grey for their recent albums (49:06). The room then sends their condolences to Florida rapper Foolio who was killed at 26 (57:32), a debate on man code (1:18:50), and Joy Taylor speaks about being flirty vs. friendly (1:27:02). Also, Flip addresses his absence (1:47:38), Joe talks about his recent headlines with passing the baton to Pusha T (2:15:25), a discussion on fate vs. free will with Dark Matter?s finale due up (2:30:55), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks:

Joe | Capella Grey - ?UCU?

Parks | Rakim, Kurupt, & Masta Killa - ?BE ILL?

Emanny | Sy Ari da Kid - ?Do Black Men Need Therapy?

Ish | THEY. - ?Diamonds And Pearls?

Melyssa | Lithe - ?Fall Back?

QueenzFlip | Nailah Blackman - ?Pressure?

This episode needs no introduction, as Joe kicks things off with a West Coast set (2:14) before the JBP provides an in-depth recap of Kendrick Lamar's "The Pop Out - Ken and Friends" concert on Juneteenth (18:40). Later, they discuss Matthew Stafford's wife revealing that she had sex with his college backup (1:21:22) and the return of VERZUZ on X (1:28:49) before getting into new music - Kehlani's 'CRASH,' Clipse's track with John Legend "Birds Don't Sing" and their upcoming album, Shaquille O'Neal & Notorious B.I.G.'s "You Can't Stop the Reign" hitting DSPs, and more (1:35:09). They also discuss Birdman telling New Orleans prison inmates that books won't help them (1:46:08), the Yahoo Sports piece that revealed that Michael Jordan's 1988 Defensive Player of the Year season likely included home-biased stats (1:53:40), **SPOILER ALERT** episode eight of 'Dark Matter' (2:01:12), what they would look like in an alternate dimesnion (2:12:18), if a child's decisions are a reflection of their parents (2:30:08), claims of a surge in STDs in Houston (2:41:14), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | ?Anywhere But Here? by Cocaine 80s

Ice | ?Last Of The Few? by Arsonal Da Rebel (feat. Albee Al)

Parks | ?Problems? by Ray Vaughn (feat. Pusha T)

Melyssa | ?Mustang Sally? by Maeta

Emanny | ?Supply & Demand? by Alonda Rich

In this episode, Mel starts with sharing her experience in Miami for the American Black Film Festival (19:36) before the room recaps their Father?s Day from over the weekend (30:08). The JBP then sends their congratulations to the Boston Celtics for winning the NBA Championship (45:18), Gervonta Davis & Frank Martin squared off for the WBA lightweight world title (1:24:12), and Joe sends his thoughts to Angela Bofill who passed at 70 (1:37:39). Also, the room shares their thoughts of a viral video of Eagles linebacker Terrell Lewis trying to run out on an escort without paying (1:43:52), Chris Brown?s meet and greet?s are breaking up households (2:25:46), Kendrick?s Juneteenth show and speculation of a ?Not Like Us? video (2:37:26), Reason and TDE part ways (2:46:13), **SPOILER ALERT** House of the Dragon (3:01:44) and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Normani (feat. Gunna) - ?1:59?

Ice | Fabolous (feat. Don Q & Dave East) - ?For The Family?

Parks | JasonMartin & DJ Quik (feat. The Game) - ?CHUPACABRA?

Ish | Victoria Monét - ?Power of Two? 

Melyssa | KAYTRANADA (feat. Thundercat) - ?Be Careful)

Emanny | Kadeem Nichols - ?Beautiful Mess?