The Joe Budden Podcast

Another episode in the books for the JBP as they begin with discussing Drake’s ‘Taylor Made Freestyle’ which includes A.I. verses from Tupac and Snoop Dogg (36:15). The room then shares their thoughts about Kanye West jumping into the beef after releasing the ‘Like That Remix’ (1:13:48), Doe Boy joins the show (2:10:15) as the Bionic Six dives into Chris Brown & Quavo continuing to trade diss records with ‘Weakest Link’ (1:44:47) and ‘Over Hoes & B*tches’ (2:13:51), & Joe shares his thoughts on Kanye’s sitdown with Justin Laboy (2:46:51). Also, Ryan Garcia defeats Devin Haney over the weekend (2:56:15), 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Odeal - “Gaslight 101”

Ice | Rowdy Rebel & Fetty Luciano (feat. Fivio Foreign) - “Pissing Me Off”

Parks | Hus KingPin - “Spirit”

Ish | Leon Thomas (feat. Elle Varner) - “Beg”

The JBP kicks off the latest episode reacting to Wale’s tweet about Melyssa Ford (26:56) before turning to new music including the buzz surrounding Taylor Swift’s album (42:02) as well as Drake’s ‘Push Ups’ hitting DSPs (44:33). The room then debates whether Drake moves OVO Fest with Future & Metro due to perform in Toronto the same weekend (53:35), more music from Nicki Minaj & Lucky Daye (1:26:35), and Miami is hosting a nude cruise come 2025 (1:49:21). Also, Shyne speaks on ‘99 club shooting in recent interview (2:02:18), Jontay Porter has been banned for life from the NBA (2:33:33), Nike inks Caitlin Clark to endorsement deal (2:43:03), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Inayah - “Won’t Let Me”

Ice | Tory Lanez - “When It’s Dark”

Parks | Nas & DJ Premier - “Define My Name”

Ish | MaKenzie - “Velvet”

Melyssa | Äyanna - “Girlfriend”

Emanny | WANMOR - “Alone With You”

Fresh off the emergency pod discussing Drake and Rick Ross’ diss tracks, the JBP returns to address the business interests behind rap beef (23:25) before getting into rumors about Kendrick Lamar’s response, the AI track that hit the timeline (44:04), and Metro Boomin and Future announcing their tour ‘WE TRUST YOU’ (59:32). Jerrod Carmichael issues an apology to Dave Chappelle on The Breakfast Club (1:18:48), the room sends their best following the passing of Rico Wade (1:46:14), Kai Cenat is suing a woman who leaked is information (2:00:15), Part of the Show (2:16:05), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | dvsn - “Take It Slow”

Ice | Kodak Black - “Stressed Out”

Parks | Goodie Mob - “Cell Therapy”

Ish | Saint Harison - “ego talkin’ - A Colors Show”

Melyssa | Jean Deaux (feat. DESTIN CONRAD) - “Thinkin”

In the latest episode, the JBP starts with their thoughts on Future & Metro Boomin’s ‘WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU’ (17:50) before turning to reactions to A$AP Rocky and The Weeknd’s lyrics on the album (41:58). Chris Brown drops the deluxe for ‘11:11’ (1:04:20), Quavo counters to getting dissed with a record of his own (1:17:24), and Rappers have already started to respond to J. Cole following his apology (1:27:48). Also, the room sends their thoughts out following the passing of legendary DJ Mister Cee (1:32:35), O.J. Simpson dies at 76 after a battle with cancer (1:35:13), Jeezy files for primary custody of his daughter (2:18:03), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Chris Brown (feat. Mario) - “Won’t Keep You Waiting”

Ice | Real Sikh - “Sikh's Minute Drill”

Parks | The Co-Op (feat. Passport Gift, Parks, Rasheed Campbell, David Bars, & the Wednesday Nights) - “Hell On Earth”

Ish | Amber Mark - “Comin’ Around Again”

Melyssa | RIMON - “Downtown”

The apology heard around the world… The JBP kicks off this episode with their thoughts on J. Cole’s comments at Dreamville Festival about his response to Kendrick Lamar on ‘7 Minute Drill’ (20:00). The room then discusses what this does to Cole’s career moving forward (1:04:05), if we can expect a response from Drake sooner rather than later (1:10:00), and Vince Staples shares his thoughts on Rap beef & publishing (1:39:34). Meek Mill and Wale traded tweets over the weekend (1:52:14), The Solar Eclipse (2:00:10), and JT exchanges words with Caresha, as well as GloRilla (2:03:50). Also, the Bionic Six reacts to episode 2 of Jerrod Carmichael’s show (2:20:16), *SPOILER ALERT* conversations on Curb Your Enthusiasm and BMF (2:20:16), WrestleMania 40 (2:45:25), final predictions on what we could expect from Future & Metro Boomin’ on Friday (2:57:50), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Rae Khalil - “IS IT WORTH IT”

Ice | Eazy-E - “Real Muthaphuckkin G’s”

Parks | Common - “The Bitch In Yoo”

Ish | Byron Juane & Kenyon Dixon - “Timeless”

Melyssa | Senpu - “Moonlight”

J. Cole surprise dropped ‘Might Delete Later,’ and the Bionic Six begins with initial thoughts on the project (19:56) before breaking down “7 Minute Drill” bar by bar (44:33), revisiting Kendrick Lamar’s verse on “Like That” (1:42:43), and predicting when and how Drake will respond given Metro Boomin and Future’s follow up project ‘WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU’  is looming (1:52:47). The music conversation continues with Bryson Tiller dropping his self-titled album (2:04:35) and GloRilla releasing her new mixtape ‘Ehhthang Ehhthang’ (2:19:37). Also, Joe finally speaks on Mel’s new movie ‘Hunting Housewives’ (2:25:42), ‘The Matrix 5’ is coming (2:44:16), The X-Men are making their way to MCU (2:46:29), Joe recaps his time at the Nicki Minaj concert (3:05:55), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Bryson Tiller - “Rich Boy”

Ice | GloRilla - “Aite” (feat. Kevo Muney)

Parks | Buddy - “Like This”

Ish | Ama Louise & Tayc - “Sending Your Love (Remix)”

Melyssa | KWAYE - “Lost in My Boots”

QueenzFlip | Shyboiitobii - “Not so Amazing World”

Melyssa Ford returns to her seat as the Bionic Six starts with discussing Jerrod Carmichael’s new HBO reality show (23:39) before turning to Drake’s IG post of Joe over the weekend (46:34). The internet then reacted to Joe’s Sexyy Red take from an old podcast (57:50), Iowa tops LSU in the women’s basketball Elite 8 (1:02:48), and the JBP compliments Nicki Minaj’s tour (1:15:55). Also, the first week sales are in for Beyoncé as well as Future & Metro Boomin (1:18:20), Lizzo is retiring (1:22:18), Pharrell & Chad Hugo are beefing over the rights to ‘The Neptunes’ (1:38:32), the impact of Kendrick’s ‘Like That’ verse continues (2:03:58), Part of the Show (2:39:33), and much more!  

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Omah Lay - “soso”

Ice | Ryan Trey - “RIDIN 4 U”

Parks | Roc Marciano (feat. Knowledge the Pirate & GREA8GAWD) - “Larry Bird”

Ish | JoJo - “Dissolve” 

Melyssa | Lianne La Havas - “Bittersweet”

QueenzFlip | Cash Cobain & Bay Swag - “Fisherrr” 

A lot of bad Hip-Hop takes have appeared on the internet over the past week as the JBP discusses recent comments about Rick Ross (17:16) as well as Drake’s recent Instagram captions (21:37). Kanye has now insert himself into the Hip-Hop drama (31:40), Beyoncé drops ‘COWBOY CARTER’ (52:44), and Stevie J wants to fight 50 Cent (1:07:54). Also, Juvenile drops the music video for ‘400 Degreez’ 26 years later (1:22:20), the room discusses a recent viral video where a man’s girlfriend stopped him from getting robbed (1:42:50), did playlists replace radio (1:58:15), Part of the Show returns (2:16:48), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Tyla (feat. Tems) - “No. 1” 

Ice | Z-Ro (feat. Paul Wall & Mike D.) - “Still Shinin’”

Parks | Ras Kass & RJ Payne (feat. Method Man, Fame M.O.P. & Sway Calloway) - “Roll Call”

Ish | Sinéad Harnett - “Burn” 

On this episode of The Joe Budden Podcast, the guys start with jokes for Ish following a video posted on Instagram (18:35) before moving to the news of three P. Diddy houses being raided by Homeland Security (26:15). The room then shares their thoughts and prayers to Baltimore following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge (1:02:50), Joe talks the impact of ‘Like This’ and Kendrick Lamar’s verse in New York over the weekend (1:15:45), and the recent history of beef between Future and Drake and whether it will affect music labels (1:23:04). Also, the JBP debates whether we can expect responses from J. Cole or Drake any time soon (2:08:30), Melyssa Ford calls into the show (2:35:48), Bridget & Mandii B both address the internet following the split of See The Thing Is (3:00:30), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Kenya Vaun - “Yesterday”

Ice | Meek Mill - “Respect the Game” 

Parks | SiR - “SATISFACTION”

Ish | Elmiene - “Crystal Tears”

Kendrick Lamar’s verse on Future & Metro Boomin’s new album ‘WE DON’T TRUST YOU’ has received a lot of attention as the JBP begins this episode with a breakdown (21:47), will Drake and/or J. Cole respond (33:10), showing appreciation for Metro’s production on the project (42:50), Big Sean’s unfortunate timing (56:18), and the room picks a side in the beef (1:06:20). In other new music, Tyla and SiR drop albums (1:22:07), Meg Thee Stallion announces her upcoming tour (1:25:13), and Schoolboy Q talks “checking in” during Drink Champs interview (1:50:26). Also, the Freaknik documentary on Hulu is out (1:58:46), Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter is involved in a gambling scandal (2:20:25), lawsuits for Hermes & Apple (2:25:35), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Justin Timberlake - “Technicolor”

Ice | Arsonal Da Rebel - “Rain”

Parks | Mobb Deep - “Adrenaline”

Ish | Amaria - “Beggin’”

The JBP kicks things off with recent news of Bruno Mars owing MGM $50 million in gambling debt (21:33) before moving to new podcasts emerging including LeBron James & JJ Redick, as well as Lamar Odom & Caitlin Jenner (42:49). The room then speculates the rumors that 4Batz is an AI artist (57:16), new albums from Beyoncé & Future are on the way (1:02:29), and J. Cole drops another vlog teasing new music (1:09:49). Also, DJ Akademiks offers Meek Mill a podcast deal (1:22:15), *TRIGGER WARNING* the four-part Nickelodeon documentary ‘Quiet on Set’ has been released (1:34:30), Amanda Seales says she doesn’t feel welcome in black spaces (2:06:46), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Ambré - “Lost Without U”

Ice | Flo Milli - “Got The Juice”

Parks | Maxo Kream - “No Then You A Hoe”

Ish | MaKenzie (feat. TA Thomas) - “Maybe”

The JBP starts this episode with a weekend full of new music including ‘Enough’ from Cardi B (21:41), songs from Sexyy Redd and PARTYNEXTDOOR (36:12), plus music from Gunna, Don Tolliver, and Flo Milli (46:08). Karrueche is selling feet pics on OnlyFans (58:20), Kanye West has fired YesJulz and fined her $7.7 million (1:13:21), Joe reacts to LeBron James driving around playing Silk’s ‘Lose Control’ (1:21:36), and Bobbi Althoff was booted from Drake’s SXSW party by security (1:26:16). Also, the room shares their thoughts on Kanye saying he invented every style of music in the last 20 years (1:46:16), Emanny shares some news with his cohosts (2:25:20) which leads to a conversation about manscaping, and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Marie Dahlstrøm - “Safe Place”

Ice | Flo Milli (feat. Gunna) - “Edible”

Parks | Rapsody - “Stand Tall”

Ish | Shantel May (feat. Lola Brooke) - “Love It Here”

 In the latest episode, the JBP begins by reacting to another rant from Kanye (17:48) before moving to the latest in music and what is due this Friday (27:15). The internet reacts to Drake’s 4Bat’z remix (35:44), Lebron and Jeanie Buss’ viral video (57:12), and a Boeing whistleblower has been found dead (1:40:48). Also, Bishop Whitehead has been found guilty of fraud (1:47:57), 2024 Oscars results (1:57:26), Black Twitter documentary coming to Hulu (2:01:45), Gilbert Arenas & Nick Young’s comments about Draya (2:18:55), and much more. 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Rae Khalil - “IS IT WORTH IT”

Ice | V.A. Verse - “Grown Man Flows 2”

Parks | DJ Premier & Russ - “Work This Out” 

Emanny | Mack Wilds - “The Sober Up”

In the latest episode, the JBP begins with new music including an Ariana Grande album (22:10), Drake’s 4Batz remix (28:50), and Dreamville has announced their two-day festival lineup (36:12). Shannon Sharpe sits down with Steve Stoute (56:57), Mike Tyson & Jake Paul are slated to fight in July live on Netflix (1:10:38), and Draya Michele announces pregnancy on Instagram (1:24:30). Also, Nelly says the 2000’s Hip-Hop era was the toughest ever (1:36:39), Royce da 5’9” pulls up to the podcast (2:07:23) to discuss Detroit Pistons merch collab in honor of J Dilla, upcoming music, the current state of Rap, boxing, reminiscing with Joe on old Slaughterhouse shows, and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | CokeCarl - “Text Me Back”

Ice | Tank (feat. Fabolous) - “Before We Get Started”

Parks | The Co-Op (Passport Gift, Parks, Rasheed Campbell, & David Bars) - “Uptown”

Ish | TheARTI$t - “Love Is”

Melyssa | Leon Bridges (feat. Jazmine Sullivan) - “Summer Rain”

Emanny | Zae France - “Give It Up”

In the latest episode, Joe starts by clarifying his comments about the girl rapper wave being over (27:33) as the room discusses changes in the music industry which has brought many layoffs (31:01). In new music, a Future album may be right around the corner (56:29), Drake teases remix with 4Batz (1:01:55), and Miami Beach created a commercial for the Spring breakers (1:22:36). Also, the JBP reacts to Rick Ross & Cristina Mackey parting ways (1:42:22), Usher vacations in Bali with Russell Simmons (1:56:20), Kelsey Nicole has first interview since the shooting involving Meg Thee Stallion (2:13:35), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | 41, Kyle Richh, & Jenn Carter (feat. TaTa) - “Bent”

Ice | Meek Mill - “Big Boy”

Parks | IAMGAWD & Clypto - “Bloodstained Suede II”

Ish | Eric Bellinger (feat. Ty Dolla $ign) - “Writer’s Block”

Melyssa | Abi Ocia - “Easy to Love”

In the latest episode, Joe returns to the show as the Bionic Six starts with diving into the beefs including Akademiks and Meek Mill (26:05) before turning to the Katt Williams appearance on Joe Rogan (56:30). In new music, Cardi B releases a new single ‘Like What’ (1:17:03), the JBP debates if girl rapper wave is over (1:19:08), and Schoolboy Q drops his album ‘BLUE LIPS’ (1:35:19). Also, Kellogg’s CEO makes comments about cereal for dinner (1:53:30), Oprah to sell her Weight Watchers shares (2:07:25), Joe shares his thoughts on the Wendy Williams documentary (2:20:50), Part of the Show returns (2:42:15), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Bryson Tiller - “Whatever She Wants”

Ice | Kur (feat. Meek Mill) - “Confidence Level”

Parks | Schoolboy Q (feat. Jozzy) - “Lost Times”

Ish | Eva Ruiz (feat. Arin Ray) - “Impossible Love”

Melyssa | Jade Novah - “Lost in You”

In the latest episode, the JBP starts with discussing a couple fights from the weekend including Cam Newton getting jumped at a youth football event (20:30) and Busta Rhymes at French Montana’s album release party (28:00). The room then reacts to the Wendy Williams Documentary (43:00), Kanye calls for another boycott of adidas (1:02:52), and another lawsuit has been brought against Diddy (1:24:30). Also, Flip discusses the anticipation for the WWE moving forward (1:37:55), Melyssa discusses the Reesa Teesa TikTok videos (1:57:05), Drake seemingly shows Tory Lanez support on Instagram which has cause backlash (2:14:45), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Ice | French Montana (feat. Lil Wayne, Drake, & Rick Ross) - “Splash Brothers”

Parks | GEE$ - “Belly”

Ish | JAEL (feat. PHABO & The Kount) - “Red Dots”

Melyssa | Free Nationals, A$AP Rocky, & Anderson .Paak - “Gangsta”

In the latest episode, the JBP starts with music including their reactions to Jeezy’s Tiny Desk performance (16:38), J. Cole’s freestyle (28:38), and the streaming games artists are playing after French Montana drops six versions of ‘Mac & Cheese 5’ (38:18). Wendy Williams has been diagnosed with aphasia and frontotemporal dementia (1:03:36), Joe revisits Beyoncé’s ‘TEXAS HOLD ‘EM’ (1:27:44), and the room discusses Floyd Mayweather’s appearance on ‘The Pivot’ (1:44:50). Also, Donnell Rawlings pulled up on Corey Holcomb (1:54:00) which leads to the pod discussing fighting and getting robbed stories (1:56:53), Scottie Pippen and ex-Bulls players are going on a tour to address beef with Michael Jordan (2:25:50), Reesa Teesa’s TikTok videos (2:30:24), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Sinead Harnett - “Thinking Less”

Ice | Quavo - “Himothy”

Parks | David Bars - “Carry On”

Ish | Kali Claire & PHABO - “Escape Plan”

Melyssa | Senpu - “Dead of Night”

QueenzFlip | Denyque - “Between Me And You”

In the latest episode, the JBP starts with their thoughts on NBA All-Star Weekend including the three-point contest (18:23), the dunk contest (29:18), and the game itself (41:30). Chris Brown has a beef with Ruffles (58:03), the room shares their thoughts on ‘The Vince Staples Show’ on Netflix (1:14:43), and See, The Thing Is Podcast has announced their final episode after 3+ years (1:38:28). Also, a defense attorney in the YSL trial has been arrested (2:00:09), Tiffany Redd talks publishing in music (2:05:22), Benzino’s appearance on Drink Champs (2:18:33), Part of the Show (3:04:30), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Marie Dahlstrøm (feat. Odeal) - “Nothing On You”

Ice | Gunna - “Bittersweet”

Parks | Vince Staples - “Norf Norf”

Ish | Amaal Nuux (feat. Syd) - “Lullaby”

Melyssa | Shaboozey - “Anabelle”

Big 700! The JBP kicks off this episode with a recap of their Valentine’s Day (5:54) before discussing a freaky news week. Freddie Gibbs ex releases a picture of him online (18:19), Sean Evans splits with adult film star (28:44), and Ish debates former teacher being fired for having an OnlyFans account (40:28). Also, Ice talks about the advancement of AI on Instagram (53:20), Kanye & Ty Dolla $ign’s ‘Vultures’ album continues to be removed and readded to streaming (1:12:10), Vory kicked off of the Dream Chasers label (1:47:30), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Mack Keane & ESTA. - “Super” 

Ice | ScHoolboy Q - “Yeern 101”

Parks | Rhymefest (feat. EP Da Hellcat) - “Pop”

Ish | Tanner Adell - “Buckle Bunny”

Melyssa | N3WYRKLA & Brent Faiyaz - “not enough”

In the latest episode, the JBP kicks things off with a recap of Usher’s Super Bowl halftime show (23:29) before discussing Patrick Mahomes leading the Chiefs to an OT win over the 49ers to capture his third ring (49:15). Beyoncé has released two new songs favoring the Country genre (59:35), we finally get ‘Vultures’ from Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign (1:21:41), and Shannon Sharpe & Mike Epps have peaced things up (1:36:15). Also, *SPOILER ALERT* Ice & Ice discuss ‘Kanan’ (1:51:00), Joe reacts to the ‘men that can dance disgust me’ clip from KevOnStage (1:58:48), How do you tell your partner you might have a sex addiction (2:12:07), an update on a recent Part of the Show question (2:31:30), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Elmiene - “Someday” 

Ice | Honey Bxby - “Fkn Him Too”

Parks | Cris Streetz (feat. Jadakiss) - “Ain’t It Funny”

QueenzFlip | Denyque - “Long Way Down”

Ish | The ARTI$t - “Love Outloud”

Melyssa | The Hics - “Float”

In the latest episode, the JBP begins with sharing their thoughts on new music including Usher’s ‘COMING HOME’ album (17:42), Latto’s ‘Sunday Service’ (48:58), and Fivio Foreign’s new project ‘Pain & Love 2’ (53:49). The Bionic Six then reacts to Mo’Nique’s appearance on Club Shay Shay (1:14:12), Logic sits down for an interview with his Dad (1:44:06), and Ice shares some more information about the Apple Vision Pro headset (1:57:15). Also, Ebro calls into the show to discuss some of the backlash Joe has received from streamers (2:21:04), Part of the Show (2:46:21), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Ye Ali & Kenyon Dixon - “My Way”

Ice | AllstarrDaGreat (feat. Shotgun Suge) - “NAH FR”

Parks | Big Pun (feat. Noreaga) - “You Came Up”

Ish | Eli Derby - “HER TYPE”

Melyssa | Nao - “Bad Blood”

 In the latest episode, the JBP discusses everything Grammy’s 2024 including Killer Mike sweeping the Rap category (9:12), highlighting the show’s performances (20:15), and Joe reads his notes which include favorite and funny moments (27:24). JAY-Z then issues a speech with some criticisms for the awards (1:03:23), was SZA robbed by Taylor Swift for album of the year (1:25:33), and the room talks new trends including whether they’d choose to be cremated (1:43:31). Also, Latto has an upcoming song ‘Sunday Service’ on the way (1:53:55), Money drying up in battle rap (2:34:08), Part of the Show (2:46:30), + much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Asiahn - “Ijs” 

Ice | Kevin Gates - “Do It Again”

Parks | Darrell Cole - “Unanswered Questions” 

Ish | Play Nice - “Dubby”

Melyssa | Maths Time Joy & RITUAL - “Heavy on My Mind”

In the latest episode, the JBP begins with the news of Universal Music Group pulling music from TikTok (17:40) before moving to the 66th Annual Grammy Awards due up this weekend (39:03). Trey Songz and Jacquees reportedly got into a fight in Dubai (51:19), Joe talks his and Ish’s viral moment from the last episode (1:08:30), and with Usher’s Super Bowl halftime show nearing closer, the singer drops a new single for his highly anticipated album ‘COMING HOME’ (1:22:15). Also, the room reacts to the new Wendy Williams documentary (1:37:10), Part of the Show (1:59:18), Joe Rogan inks new deal with Spotify (2:12:10), and much more!  

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Johnny Rain - “Dance…”

Ice | Payroll Giovani - “Letter 2 The Lost”

Parks | J Dilla - “Y’all Ain’t Ready”

Ish | Courtney Bell & Royce da 5’9” - “Westside”

Melyssa | Xavier Omär - “Afraid”

 In the latest episode, the JBP begins with reactions to Nicki Minaj’s ‘Big Foot’ record (15:52) before debating whether Meg Thee Stallion decides to respond to her (36:43). The room then reacts to the weekend’s playoff games which leaves a Chiefs vs. Niners Super Bowl (1:04:30), Mos Def clears up his comments about Drake (1:21:55), and The Breakfast Club names Jess Hilarious as an official co-host (1:28:43). Also, Shannon Sharpe says Taylor Swift moves the needle more than Beyoncé (1:37:18), Kanye has another run in with TMZ (2:07:45), Gayle King reveals she gave a boyfriend money for child support (2:29:00), Part of the Show (2:44:10), + much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Justin Timberlake - “Selfish”

Ice | BG - “Say My Grace”

Parks | Chance the Rapper - “I Will Be Your (Black Star Line Freestyle)”

Ish | Dijon - “The Dress”

Melyssa | Maxine Ashley - “By Your Side”

In the latest episode, the JBP starts with all the Rap beef including Nicki Minaj vs. Meg Thee Stallion along with her new record ‘HISS’ (20:39), Ice Spice & Latto (1:06:04), and Eminem dissing Benzino once again (1:11:18). The Bionic Six then discusses the age gap of Draya Michele and Rockets guard Jalen Green (1:17:55), Vince McMahon has been accused of trafficking and sexual abuse, and the jail phone call between Mariah the Scientist & Young Thug leaked (2:10:40). Also, the latest TV shows and documentaries (2:13:44), new music (2:21:55), Part of the Show (2:41:50), + much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Tink - “40x”

Ice | ATL Jacob & Quavo - “RNS”

Parks | Nicholas Craven & Boldy James (feat. Double Dee) - “Early Worms Get Birds”

Ish | Jay Safari - “Led Me On (Live)”

Melyssa | Nia Sultana - “Some Feelings Never Go Away”

In the latest episode, the JBP starts with the 2024 Oscar Nominations (19:09) before turning to the internet’s reaction to Quavo & Chris Brown seated next to each other at Paris Fashion Week show (24:34). Meek Mill inquires about his listeners in South Africa (27:42), Dave Chappelle responds to Katt Williams (1:09:21), and Candace Owens calls out Ariana Grande (1:23:20). Also, Jess Hilarious rants about DJ Envy and Charlamagne the God for Breakfast Club comments (1:41:00), the JBP discusses recent documentaries and TV shows (1:58:14), Netflix & WWE come to an exclusive agreement (2:05:50), Part of the Show (2:46:34), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Tyla - “Butterflies”

Ice | Jesse Is Heavyweight (feat. Splash Wilder) - “Don’t Drop The Ball (Freestyle)”

Parks | Coast Contra - “Contradictions”

Ish | J Warner - “Superstar”

Melyssa | Santino Le Saint - “Clockwork”

In the latest episode, the JBP starts with love for Vince Staples whose new show is ready to hit Netflix this February (31:23). Ice shares his thoughts on the new Kevin Hart movie ‘Lift’ (36:05), the room talks new music, including Fivio Foreign & Meek Mill’s new single ‘Same 24’ (46:05), and Jim Jones puts up $100K to any rapper from his era (51:33). Also, Torrei Hart explains why she isn’t changing her last name (1:06:05), Snoop Dogg turns down $100 million from OnlyFans (1:27:42), Drake takes a shot at Mos Def (2:13:38), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Samaria - “best thing for me”

Ice | Rob49 & Lil Wayne - “Wassam Baby”

Parks | Beanie Sigel - “Feel It in the Air” 

Ish | Naomi Sharon - “Nothing Sweeter”

Melyssa | Daley (feat. Jill Scott) - “Until the Pain Is Gone”

In the latest episode, the JBP starts with their reactions to Mos Def calling Drake a ‘pop’ artist who makes shopping records (23:22). The guys then give their thoughts on Wild Card Weekend in the NFL (1:08:30), Rick Ross’s current girlfriend Cristina Mackey speaks on his past relationships (1:31:18), and a recap of the 2024 Emmys (1:56:50). Also, Joe extends warmth and love to Ari Lennox (2:18:34), Part of the Show (2:46:09), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | DESTIN CONRAD & Alex Isley - “Same Mistake”

Ice | That Mexican OT - “02.02.99”

Parks | Mos Def - “Hip Hop”

Ish | Jorja Smith - “Falling or flying”

Melyssa | Harrison Brome & Pomo - “No More Love Songs”

In the latest episode, the JBP is joined by Elliott Wilson as they begin with a discussion on Hip-Hop journalism (12:25) before Melyssa proposes a topic for the room (19:41). In new music, 21 Savage drops his new project ‘american dream’ (26:40), Joe asks Elliott his thoughts on Kid Cudi who also released a new album (45:25), and ‘The Book of Clarence’ soundtrack includes a D’Angelo/JAY Z collab which leads to the pod’s thoughts about a future Hov album (50:45). Stephen A. Smith finally unleashes on Jason Whitlock (1:01:13), Joe hosts a trivia game (1:20:41), and Benny the Butcher joins the crew to discuss his new music and the state of Rap (1:48:45). Also, the man who jumped the judge had his charges read (2:52:08), NFL Wild Card Weekend is here (3:20:40), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | 4batz - “Act ii: Date @ 8”

Ice | Jeymes Samuel (feat. Lil Wayne, Buju Banton, & Shabba Ranks) - “Hallelujah Heaven”

Parks | Benny the Butcher - “BRON”

Ish | Victor Ray - “Comfortable”

Melyssa | Maths Time Joy - “Cerulean”

The JBP kicks off the second episode of the year with their reactions to Jonathan Majors' appearance on 'Good Morning America' (21:45) before turning to music they are looking forward to in 2024 amid SZA’s frustrations with leaked music (42:28). Ari Lennox opens up about her experience on the Rod Wave tour (45:40), Kevin Hart’s ex-wife is joining Katt Williams on tour (1:10:58), and Ice has a question for the room regarding exposure culture (1:23:00). Also, the Golden Globes (1:53:01), a door came off during an Alaskan Airlines flight (2:17:45), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Alexander O’Neal - “If You Were Here Tonight”

Ice | Fabolous - “Selfish”

Parks | Raekwon (feat. Ghostface Killah & Blue Raspberry) - “Rainy Dayz”

Ish | Leon Thomas - “Treasure In The Hills”

Melyssa | Sinead Harnett (feat. GRADES) - “If You Let Me”

In the first episode of 2024, the JBP begins with their thoughts and reactions to Katt Williams appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s ‘Club Shay Shay’ (28:14) before discussing the theory with black men in Hollywood wearing dresses (1:04:02). Dave Chappelle releases his new stand-up special ‘The Dreamer’ on Netflix (1:32:10), Jeffrey Epstein contact names revealed in unsealed documents (1:38:41), and Uncle Murda releases his 2023 Rap Up (1:57:23). Also, the room reacts to the viral video of a man jumping a judge in court (2:13:57), Rolling Stone says Usher’s ‘Confessions Pt. 2’ is the best R&B song of the century (2:33:36), Part of the Show (3:11:45), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Stonebwoy - “More of You”

Ice | Gucci Mane & B.G. - “Paperwork” 

Parks | GREA8GAWD (feat. Rome Streetz) - “Avant Gawd”

Ish | Jessica Domingo, pastels, & Relyae - “Could’ve Been U (Remix)”

Melyssa | UNA MIA - “Lose You”

In the final episode of 2023, the JBP begins by recapping their holiday season (26:06) before turning to Spirit Airlines firing a gate agent after putting a six-year old on a flight by himself (44:45). The Bionic Six then shouts out their favorite albums and artists of the year (1:12:50) as well as the top JBP moments (1:17:00), Joe reads the network’s end of year performance analysis (1:28:50), and Kevin Hart is suing Tasha K for extortion (1:45:46). Also, Emanny shares his review of ‘The Color Purple’ (2:16:50), the room highlights their best and worst takes of the year (2:33:00), Ish discusses oppression in real estate (2:47:00), Part of the Show (3:12:27), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Honey Bxby - “Touchin’”

Ice | Belly Gang Kushington - “Street Blues”

Parks | BJ the Chicago Kid (feat. Freddie Gibbs) - “Liquor Store In The Sky”

Ish | JHart - “If There Really Is a God” (Live Performance)

Melyssa | Goapele - “Purple”

In the latest episode, the JBP starts with the upcoming holiday (17:37) before turning to Taraji P. Henson’s interview with Oprah (40:00). Lil Wayne calls ‘A Milli’ his greatest record and names Future’s ‘56 Nights’ as the best Hip-Hop mixtape of all-time (51:20), Joe reads a list of quick hit topics including Tiffany Haddish (1:04:08) and Tyreek Hill (1:10:06), Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery (1:26:43), and the crew jokes about the recent viral clip from T.D. Jakes (1:32:44). Also, the Bionic Six shares their favorite guests from 2023 (2:03:48), Melyssa proposes a question to the room (2:03:48), the internet is reacting to Jonathan Owens’ appearance on The Pivot Podcast (2:26:29), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Boyz II Men (feat. Brian McKnight) - “Let It Snow”

Ice | The Temptations - “Silent Night”

Parks | Wham! - “Last Christmas”

Ish | TheARTI$t - “Damaged”

In the latest episode, the JBP kicks things off with news of the verdict from Jonathan Majors trial (20:08) before turning to the recently leaked text messages involving Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (46:11). The crew shows love to Scarface following his Tiny Desk Concert appearance (1:21:19), Metro Boomin vs. Drake beef continues on (1:26:15), Tinder drops a $500/month subscription tier (1:41:14), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Rachelle Ferrell & Will Downing - “Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This”

Parks | Passport Gift & Parks (feat. MARCEL & The Wednesday Nights) - “Bad On My Own”

Ish | JHart - “If There Really Is a God” 

Melyssa | Little Dragon - “Cat Rider”

In the latest episode, the JBP tackles a number of topics from the week starting with Nicki Minaj calling out Elliott Wilson (22:59) and her beef Billboard leads to a conversation on industry music tricks (37:19). Cardi B calls out Offset (45:22), Meg Thee Stallion responds to Pardison Fontaine (1:03:28), and the affidavit from Tory Lanez’ driver is released (1:22:54). Also, surveillance video of Jonathan Majors running from his girlfriend has been revealed to the public (1:28:25), Michael B. Jordan’s car crash (1:36:06), Draymond Green’s suspension (1:46:54), Part of the Show (2:19:50), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Omarion - “O.E.O (Our Eyes Only)”

Ice | Rowdy Rebel (feat. Fetty Luciano & Fivio Foreign) - “Posture”

Parks |  Bas (feat. FKJ) - “Risk”

Melyssa | Josiah Bell - “Feelings”

 In the latest episode, the JBP begins with discussing their weekend (17:00) which leads to Ish’s story of a recent hair removal procedure (21:00). Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign debut new ‘Vultures’ album in Miami (47:52), the latest news in sports with the Lakers winning the in-season tournament, Shohei Ohtani’s $700 million contract, and Patrick Mahomes’ complaints from Sunday’s game vs. the Bills (1:04:04). Also, The Grammy’s salutes 50 years of Hip-Hop (1:24:50), Joe & Ice react to Netflix’s ‘Leave the World Behind’ (1:34:40), former NBA all-star Baron Davis joins the JBP to talk basketball and business (1:54:45), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Allure (feat. Nas) - “Head Over Heels”

Ice | J. Stone (feat. Bart Oatmeal) - “Showtime”

Parks | Marsha Ambrosius - “The Greatest”

Ish | Monifah (feat. AZ) - “I Miss You (Come Back Home) (Remix)” 

In the latest episode, the JBP discusses Keith Lee doing food reviews in New York (47:47) before turning to the pod’s reactions to the NBA’s In-Season Tournament (1:02:06). In new music, James Fauntleroy drops a Christmas project (1:11:35) and Nicki Minaj drops ‘Pink Friday 2’ (1:18:39). QueenzFlip responds to the latest internet drama aimed at them (1:29:30), Russell Simmons breaks his silence (2:01:58), quick hits (2:34:26), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Usher & H.E.R. - “Risk It All”

Ice | Ryan Blades - “Water Bed”

Parks | AZ & Mumu Fresh - “Amazing”

Ish | Tone Stith - “Smoking In The Park (Paradise)”

Melyssa | Lolo Zouaï - “Lava Lamp”

In the latest episode, the JBP starts by covering the response from Cam’ron & Mase after Melyssa’s comments from the previous episode (19:29) as well as NBA Youngboy’s response to Joe critiquing his music (26:12). Joe then gets in story mode and recaps his Friday night out (30:30), Ashanti & Nelly are reportedly having a baby together (52:57), and Lil Baby disses Gunna (56:06). Also, Natalie Nunn denied service at restaurant over Zeus affiliation (1:07:52), Michael Jackson’s new documentary ‘Thriller 40’ (1:16:17), Rick Ross responds to comments about 50 Cent being a diabolical genius (1:50:24), Ish recaps the Youth Summit (1:54:43), Part of the Show (2:53:42), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Brandy - “Christmas Party for Two”

Ice | Big Ooh - “Red Skully Marvin”

Parks | Ransom - “Evil Ways (Freestyle)”

Ish | John Lindhal - “Lonely Christmas” 

Melyssa | ïnnü - “Say My Name Again”

In the latest episode, the JBP begins by recapping their recent Podsgiving (14:48) and why Ish was a no-show (18:30) before turning to the latest news on Tsu Surf’s case (38:57). In new music, Ice shares his thoughts on the Sexyy Red deluxe album and the Busta Rhymes album that dropped last week (44:14), Joe issues an apology to Lupe Fiasco (51:42), and T.I. confronts an Atlanta club over the use of him and his son on promotion flyers (55:36). Also, Joe has a parenting question for the girl dad’s (1:02:56), Melyssa shares her thoughts on a recent Cam’ron and Mase clip that is circulating the internet (1:23:52), Former Pittsburgh Steeler Ryan Shazier exposed by his wife (2:01:16), Ice has a mini docket (2:41:18), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Chris Brown & Keri Hilson - “Superhuman”

Ice | Dame D.O.L.L.A. (feat. Mozzy) - “Long Live Free”

Parks | Smoke DZA & Flying Lotus (feat. Black Thought & Benny the Butcher) - “Drug Trade, Pt. 2”

Ish | Tyla - “On & On”

Melyssa | Teddy Swims - “Lose Control”

In the latest episode, the JBP begins with the recent video of T.I. and his son getting into an altercation on Instagram live (27:20) before covering a couple topics from the Young Thug/YSL trial (49:18). Joe then responds to Dee-1’s recent comments (1:11:20), Saucy Santana gets dragged after body shaming women (1:21:33), and the pod shows their appreciation for the Soul Train Awards from over the weekend (1:38:48). Also, Shannon Sharpe gets ripped for his comments about Meg Thee Stallion on his podcast (1:44:35), social media’s attack on Malika Andrews (2:03:15), Part of the Show (2:19:54), Puff steps down from his position as Chairman with Revolt (2:27:30), and more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Raphael Saadiq (feat. Q-Tip) - “Get Involved”

Ice | Snoop Dogg - “Gz and Hustlas”

Parks | Little Brother - “Speed”

Ish | JAEL (feat. Alex Isley) - “I Just Want You”

Melyssa | Tkay Maidza (feat. Lolo Zouaï & Amber Mark) - “Out of Luck”

QueenzFlip | Ling Hussle - “That Side”

In the latest episode, the JBP starts by recapping their Thanksgiving (21:12) before turning to Dolly Parton’s halftime performance at the Cowboys game (44:10). Several additional lawsuits were released to the public throughout the past week (51:38), a debate takes place over the term ‘love bombing’ (1:19:18), and Lupe Fiasco has started to rap over André 3000 flutes (1:38:00). Also, the room debates Sexyy Red’s new song (1:41:26), Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign drop ‘Vultures’ (1:51:57), God Shammgod responds to Ish (2:04:51), Jeff Teague says Michael Jackson can’t sing (2:17:18), Hall & Oates are in a legal battle (2:28:51), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Omarion - “The Usual”

Ice | Fetty Wap - “Outside”

Parks | GetoPros, Black Rob, & Nate Dogg - “The Game”

Melyssa | Goapele - “Purple”

Ish | Kevin Ross - “Show & Prove"

In the latest episode, the JBP kicks off by addressing delays and edits from the previous episode [Ep. 676 Silence Of The Lambs] (13:06). Notable highlights include a late Friday night settlement between Cassie & Diddy (31:29), Pardison Fontaine taking aim at Meg Thee Stallion with his new record titled 'Thee Person,' (1:10:41) and Joe expressing his enthusiasm for Podsgiving (1:42:30). Additionally, Joe shares his review of the movie 'The Mother' on Netflix (2:09:30), Meek Mill's diss towards Trippie Redd (2:43:20), Thanksgiving plans (3:03:03), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Chris Brown - “Midnight Freak”

Ice | Lady London - “Stubborn”

Parks | Jay Worthy & Jake One - “Christopher Walken”

Ish | Aáyanna - “Good Girl”

The Bionic Six begins this episode recapping each of their weekends (15:05) before moving to the announcement of a new André 3000 solo project ‘New Blue Sun’ due this Friday (35:32). Drake & J. Cole announce a joint tour (53:52), the JBP reacts to Meek Mill & Rick Ross selling 35K first week (59:33), and Chrisean Rock deleted her socials after being accused of assault at a Tamar Braxton concert (1:03:00). Also, Lil Yachty says Hip-Hop is in a terrible place (1:36:36), *SPOILER ALERT* Joe recaps ‘The Killer’ on Netflix (1:40:00), Tasha K is being sued again (1:58:04), a debate takes place over the Joan Rivers ‘Dark Side of Comedy’ episode (2:05:20), Part of the Show (2:21:59), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Rick Ross & Meek Mill (feat. Jeremih) - “Gold Medals”

Ice | Lola Brooke - “Dear Dennis”

Parks | Ben Kenobe - “Blood”

Ish | Naomi Sharon - “If This Is Love”

Melyssa | Mezraa & jjad - “Subtle Games”

The JBP returns to the airwaves as they begin with discussing the recent interview between Jeezy & Nia Long that was released earlier this week (24:30). In new music, Chris Brown drops his new project ‘11:11’ (46:10), BJ the Chicago Kid releases his album ‘Gravy’ (59:39), and Meek Mill & Rick Ross drop ‘Too Good To Be True’ (1:07:04). Also, the JBP goes through the Hip-Hop & R&B Grammy Nominations (1:29:28), KeKe Palmer files restraining order on her ex (1:52:02), an update on the Young Thug Trial (1:57:25), a new Frank Ocean snippet (2:09:16), Lori Harvey & Damson Idris announce their split (2:17:39), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Chris Brown (feat. Fridayy) - “No One Else”

Ice | Chris Brown (feat. Justin Bieber) - “Double Negative” 

Parks | BJ The Chicago Kid (feat. Freddie Gibbs) - “Liquor Store In The Sky” 

Ish | Breez Kennedy & Genia - “Need U Tonite” 

The JBP starts this week with a recap of Joe’s Saturday night after getting into an altercation (31:10) before QueenzFlip & Parks also address their names recently being in the news (55:32). Lloyd Banks is set to release ‘Cold Corner 3’ for $100 which leads to a discussion on selling music (1:13:20), Dee-1 calls out Rick Ross, Meek Mill, & Jim Jones for their lyrics in Hip-Hop (1:52:19), Lauryn Hill defends her concert tardiness (2:08:45), Part of the Show (2:23:26), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Jordin Sparks - “Call My Name”

Ice | Lloyd Banks - “Clubbin’ & Chaos”

Parks | Rapsody & Hit-Boy - “Asteroids” 

Ish | Savannah Cristina - “Prototype”

Melyssa Alé Araya | - “treetops”

The JBP kicks off this episode with Joe sharing the backstory of his Wednesday evening due to a recent viral video that hit social media (20:27). In new music, Jeezy drops his double album ‘I Might Forgive… But I Don’t Forget’ (45:33), reactions to Meg Thee Stallion’s new single ‘Cobra’ (51:18), Benny the Butcher & Lil Wayne link up once again for ‘Big Dog’ (1:24:00), Lucky Daye releases his new record ‘That’s You’ (1:29:44), and The Beatles are back thanks to the support of AI (1:42:33) . Also, Lil Yachty sits down with J. Cole as they address Joe’s reaction to ‘First Person Shooter’ (1:50:50), the room shares their condolences to the fama father and son are killed outside their apartment in Brooklyn (2:13:48), Kim Kardashian shares that her Kanye’s daughter prefers Dad’s house (2:24:32), Shaq agrees with Ish’s take on Bol Bol & Wemby (2:41:20), a lot of people have had enough of Akademiks (2:58:20), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Majid Jordan - “Tears In Your Eyes”

Ice | Jeezy - “Keep the Change”

Parks | Jeezy - “Since Pac Died”

Ish | Arin Ray & Vanilla is Black - “Cold”

Melyssa | Alice Smith - “I Put a Spell On You” 

 The JBP begins this episode by discussing the reactions to Kai Cenat’s seven-day jail stream on Twitch (20:07) and whether they are warranted or not before turning to Kodak Black’s recent appearance on Drink Champs (42:40). The room then recaps their weekend (55:34), Akademiks gets in a back-and-forth with Saucy Santana (1:16:30), and Taylor Swift is reportedly set to sell 1.5M on her re-release of ‘1989’ which is causing labels to make some changes (1:39:49). Also, food critic Keith Lee has Atlanta in a frenzy (1:58:27), Part of the Show returns (2:22:01), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Chxrry22 - “Ride 4 Me”

Ice | John Lindahl - “Call Me by My Name”

Parks | Alycat (feat. Wednesday Nights) - “Date With Death”

Melyssa | Äyanna - “Girlfriend”

The JBP kicks off this episode with a recap of Cesar Pina breaking his silence by going live on Instagram (33:27) before the Bionic Six turns to Dwight Howard addressing the latest news surrounding his sexuality (45:34). With October 31st around the corner, the room discusses Halloween 2023 (1:18:02), Brent Faiyaz drops his new project ‘Larger Than Life’ (1:31:40), and Tyla performs ‘Water’ on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon which leads to a conversation on artists crafting music while simultaneously balancing the business (1:45:12). Also, the Milli Vanilli documentary is out on Paramount+ (1:54:03), An update on the Jonathan Majors case after his ex-girlfriend was arrested (2:37:45), Rumors of Jada Pinkett Smith’s book flopping (2:43:17), City Girls address their low record sales (2:50:36), Part of the Show (3:02:56), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Yebba (feat. Sweata) - “Waterfall (I Adore You)”

Ice | GloRilla & CMG The Label - “Overstood”

Parks | Chill Moody (feat. Maggie & Hiruy Tirfe) - “Horns At the Funeral”

Ish | Rema - “Don’t Leave”

The JBP returns as Joe starts with a story on his missing luggage (4:58) before turning to Melyssa’s question to the guys about who their tribe is (32:15). A source claims Rihanna is returning to music (53:47), City Girls projections for their album ‘RAW’ are in (59:14), and TGT is getting back together (1:21:24) which leads to recent comments from Tyrese’s ex who regrets their divorce (1:26:36). Also, the JBP reacts to Benny the Butcher’s comments about Hip-Hop critics (1:55:50), Michael Irvin rats on his son (2:16:30), the room reads the list of places women refuse to go on a first date (2:30:10), Part of the Show (2:55:44), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Terrace Martin & Alex Isley - “2 Step In The Living Room”

Ice | 42 Dugg - “Go Again”

Parks | Westside Gunn & Stove God Cooks - “KITCHEN LIGHTS”

Ish | Genia - “False Prophet”

Melyssa | Amaria (feat. Amber Navran) - “Lying To You”

The JBP kicks off this episode with the latest news surrounding Cesar & DJ Envy and the ​​real estate Ponzi scheme (13:42). Ish discusses reasons as to why iHeart hasn’t let go of Envy (32:06), Kim Kardashian reveals reasons why she has hired a male nanny (1:23:55), and new music (1:40:50) including singles from Chris Brown, Wale, and Meek Mill & Rick Ross. Also, Cardi B addresses Offset gifting her properties (2:00:53), Cordae & Naomi Osaka reportedly have split (2:07:00), Alec Baldwin has been recharged for ‘Rust’ shooting (2:17:35), Part of the Show (2:23:45), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | DESTIN CONRAD - “LUV N DEVOTION”

Ice | Jus Smith - “Where U From”

Parks | Steel Sessions & Black Soprano Family - “Perfect”

Ish | CèJae & Melodicb - “Promises”

QueenzFlip | The Hoodies - “Hidden Gems Freestyle”

The Bionic Six returns as they begin this episode with Ish’s thoughts on the latest press run clips from Jada Pinkett Smith with Joe adding he’s now changed sides (22:55). In music news, the JBP gives props to Offset’s album ‘Set It Off’ (43:54), reactions to Southside & G Herbo’s recent interview with Funny Marco (57:00), and Melyssa proposes an alternate option to Carlee Russell as Candace Owens is aiming to get the first exclusive interview (1:20:52). Shannon Sharpe addresses the jokes surrounding his makeup on ‘First Take’ (1:34:37), Drake ties Michael Jackson for the most No. 1’s of all-time after ‘First Person Shooter’ featuring J. Cole makes it the 13th (1:39:46), and new music from Wale is on the way while Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign are pushing back their project (1:53:55). Also, Joe has a couple of his homegirls pull up to the pod (2:04:32), a Part of the Show question turns into a huge debate (2:12:43), trauma bonding (2:43:00), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Chxrry22 & Vory - “Never Had This”

Ice | Lehla Samia - “You Want It”

Parks | Bad Bunny - “GRACIAS POR NADA”

Ish | Jordin Sparks - “Call My Name”

Melyssa | Tone Stith (feat. Kiana Ledé) - “Be Quiet”

Shanty | Ceechynaa - “Last Laugh”

The JBP starts this episode discussing when they found out the previous podcast was Patreon release only (3:03) before turning to Jada Pinkett Smith’s recent press run to promote her book (29:53). A quick recap of the BET Hip-Hop Awards (54:35), Caresha wins Best Hip-Hop Platform for the second year in a row (1:00:48), and new music from Bad Bunny, Offset, & Westside Gunn (1:11:08). Also, the JBP discusses the recent social media debates over the Cheesecake Factory video (1:30:45), BET’s lack of budget and Ice Spice not appearing for her award (1:48:00), Part of the Show returns (2:08:25), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Monaleo - “Beating Down Yo Block”

Ice | Westside Gunn, Benny the Butcher, & Conway the Machine - “Kostas”

Parks | David Bars - “Understood”

Melyssa | Lolo Zouaï - “Desert Rose”

QueenzFlip | JR Writer, Hell Rell, & 40 Cal - “Presidential” 

With the arrival of Drake’s ‘For All The Dogs,’ the JBP dives into the timestamp record ‘8am in Charlotte’ (21:07), reacts to J. Cole’s feature on ‘First Person Shooter’ (42:44), and shares their thoughts on the project as a whole and the state of Hip-Hop (1:02:18). A video of Sexyy Red got leaked on her Instagram (1:30:23), Jason Derulo has been sued for sexual harassment (1:49:26), and U2 performs at the new Sphere venue in Las Vegas (2:06:45). Also, Joe takes a victory lap for his Taylor Swift & NFL take from the last episode (2:22:24), when’s the fastest you fell out of love (2:29:54), Part of the Show (2:59:10), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Ivory Scott (feat. Queen Naija) - “My Mind”

Ice | Journee - “Selfish”

Parks | Earl Sweatshirt & The Alchemist (feat. Vince Staples) - “Mancala”

Ish | Arin Ray - “Wait So Long” 

The JBP welcomes back Drea & Lex of the ‘Pour Minds’ podcast as they begin with discussing the latest on the NFL’s infatuation with Taylor Swift and whether it's an actual partnership following the Chiefs/Jets game over the weekend (27:33). Jimmy Butler shows up to Miami Heat’s media day with a different look (49:50), Drea and Lex address women being transactional vs. being a freak (55:03), and Joe asks the room how they subscribe to regional grades and how they change after his recent comments about women in different cities (1:07:02). Also, JAY-Z is facing pushback for not freely giving money to family members (1:16:30), Kanye West disses several artists including Cardi B in which he called her an industry plant in leaked footage from a 2018 documentary (1:39:39), The Waffle House workers go on strike (2:07:41), Keefe D & Tupac (2:23:09), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Justin Timberlake - “Tunnel Vision”

Ice | Belly Gang Kushington - “Street Blues”

Parks | EARTHGANG & Spillage Village - “Flavors of Karma”

Ish | Kenyon Dixon (feat. RL) - “2000s R&B”

Melyssa | GoGo Morrow - “Don’t Stop”3

The JBP begins this episode discussing new music which included Rick Ross & Meek Mill reconnecting on a new ‘SHAQ & KOBE’ (21:07), breaking down J. Cole’s verse on “The Secret Recipe” with Lil Yachty (27:55), and Ice & Ish attended a listening party for Yo Gotti’s CMG project (1:00:35). The room then discusses Brittany Renner sitting down with Shannon Sharpe (1:15:15), Damian Lillard gets dealt to the Milwaukee Bucks (1:42:31), Joe comments on the goofy promotion from ESPN & the NFL with Taylor Swift (1:50:26), and Drake is a number one record away from tying Michael Jackson for most all-time (1:58:52). Also, Joe proposes a question about battle rappers (2:13:48), the JBP does some quick hits briefly touching on some lesser important topics including Britney Spears & Doja Cat (2:18:35), Part of the Show returns (2:22:57), + MORE!  

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Lola Brooke (feat. Bryson Tiller) - “You”

Ice | Lil Wayne & Cool & Dre - “To The Bank”

Parks | VIC MENSA (feat. Jay Electronica) - “The Weeping Poets”

Ish | Benji. & Spillage Village (feat. Will Juergens & Cam Chambers) - “Terms & Conditions”

Melyssa | ELIZA - “Heat of the Moon”

The JBP returns with a full docket as they begin with sharing their thoughts on the announcement that Usher will perform at halftime for Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas (24:28). Joe wants to discuss the weird obsession from the media over Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift (48:13), Kerry Washington reveals learning that her dad is not her biological father (1:25:28) which leads the pod to debate about parenting and requesting DNA tests (1:45:45), Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance World Tour’ continues to be impressive (1:51:17), and Flip has a question for the pod on handling representation when they inflate your rates for extra money (2:02:14). Also, Pitbull & Drag-On are beefing (2:30:10), Flip responds to Tasha K’s recent comments about Joe & the Bionic Six (2:34:10), Parks is hype over his Dolphins (2:57:40), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Adrian Marcel (feat. Wale) - “Waiting”

Ice | Tyga, YG, & Lil Wayne - “Brand New”

Parks | Nick Grant - “BRAVO”

Ish | Jastin Martin - “Ends”

Melyssa | Emotional Oranges - “Better Apart”

The JBP begins this episode discussing Drake’s lyric from ‘Tuscan Leather’ a decade ago (12:55) before turning to more details on Jeezy & Jeannie Mai’s separation (20:52). Recapping new music, Doja Cat drops her album ‘Scarlet’ (49:52) and Ice announces the release date for Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Fix Before Tha VI’ (1:00:22). Jada Pinkett Smith shares an old video of her and Tupac (1:07:09),  Nicki Minaj & Cardi B continue to beef (1:17:00), and Chrisean Rock is being criticized for the handling of her baby in public (1:43:22). Also, the latest updates on the WGA strike (2:32:40), Joe reads a few different Part of the Show questions (2:39:17), + MORE! 

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leeper Picks: 

Joe | Diddy & NOVA WAV - “What’s Love”

Ice | Doja Cat - “Often”

Parks | Elcamino & Black Soprano Family (feat. Inspectah Deck) - “Victory”

Ish | Destiny Rogers - “Save My Love”

Melyssa | Juniper & Sango (feat. Xavier Omär) - “Tell Me”

The JBP kicks off this episode discussing their weekends (11:57) which featured celebrating a number of birthday parties before the room turns their attention to the new music released last week as Ish addresses the Diddy & Cleo Sol projects (27:33). Drake has pushed back the release date for his album ‘For All The Dogs’ (37:22) while also receiving pushback from Halle Berry for using her photo to promote the ‘Slime You Out’ single (41:25). HBO has canceled ‘Winning Time’ after two seasons (59:06), Russell Brand has sexual assault allegations brought against him (1:06:10), and the gang recaps Colorado beating Colorado State (1:26:20). Coach Roy Johnson of Bishop Sycamore joins to talk about the HBO documentary ‘BS High’ (1:32:42), the ESPN game vs. IMG Academy (1:51:28), mistakes he made and whether he profited (2:20:20), and his future as a coach (2:29:43). Also, Geechi Gotti vs. Eazy The Block Captain took place on Chrome 23 over the weekend (2:50:20), Joe explains the interview process with certain guests after receiving some backlash on X (2:58:52), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Diddy (feat. Swae Lee) - “Tough Love”

Ice | Fabolous - “Ain’t Nuthin Ta F*ck Wit”

Parks | Little Brother - “Wish Me Well”

Ish | Tone Stith - “Lonely”

Melyssa | Lola Consuelos - “Divine Timing” 

The JBP kicks off this episode with a live reaction to Drake’s new song featuring SZA ‘Slime You Out’ (9:03) before turning to a recap of the MTV VMA’s from earlier this week (26:44), and Joe then responds to Cardi B’s recent comments about him (52:49). Diving into new music, the Bionic Six shares their thoughts on Nas & Hit-Boy’s ‘Magic 3’ (1:16:33) and Diddy’s R&B project ‘The Love Album: Off The Grid’ (1:26:23). Jonathan Majors is in the news again after a video goes viral of him breaking up a fight (1:50:45), Flip confronts Joe about recent contract talks (2:03:06), Jeezy files for divorce (2:14:00), Melyssa responds to recent comments from Tyler Perry about black women in relationships (2:20:56), Part of the Show (2:53:05), + MORE!  

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Fridayy (feat. Fireboy DML) - “You”

Ice | Killer Mike (feat. Young Nudy) - “ACT UP”

Parks | Johnny Quest(Jq) (feat. Caption the Great & Mr Golden) - “Marty McFly”

Ish | T.I. (feat. Kevin Gates) - “Active”

Melyssa | Kevin Ross - “Ain’t Mine”

The JBP kicks off this episode with Ice reviewing a recent Gunna concert at Barclays (9:48) before the pod turns to new music slated to drop this Friday (19:00). Joe has been in the headlines for his take on the new Meg Thee Stallion & Cardi B record (28:18), Tink and Hitmaka are publicly going through a break up (33:10), Joe calls Ice to homie court (44:48), and Ashton Kutcher & Mila Kunis release an apology video for writing character letters for Danny Masterson (1:01:20). Also, the JBP recaps week 1 in the NFL (1:32:55), Stephen A. Smith joins the pod to discuss his battle against Skip Bayless and the addition of Shannon Sharpe (2:06:46), ESPN layoffs (2:24:25), USA not sending its best to FIBA World Cup (2:45:33), Jordan vs. Lebron (2:56:08), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Tyla - “Water”

Ice | Ryan Trey (feat. Mariah the Scientist) - “Ain’t Even Friends”

Parks | Apollo Brown & Planet Asia - “Broad Dayin’”

Ish | Dre Scot - “Feelings”

Melyssa | Full Crate (feat. Dende) - “Sinking Ship”

The JBP returns from vacation with a lot to discuss as they begin with a recap of Joe’s birthday party (2:22) before turning to a review of Equalizer 3 (27:28). Deion Sanders & Colorado receive praises from the pod after beating #17 TCU to open the season (32:48), Diddy is giving artists back their publishing and is releasing a new album next week (52:47), and Melyssa addresses recent use of demonic imagery from Doja Cat (1:01:00). A date of September 22nd has been announced for Drake’s next project ‘For All The Dogs’ (1:13:44), reactions to the new Cardi B & Meg Thee Stallion song (1:36:40), Joe addresses comments that were made towards him from Taxstone and others during the break (2:04:55), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Calvin Harris & The Weeknd - “Over Now”

Ice | Cam’ron - “Run It Up”

Parks | 38 Spesh & Conway the Machine (feat. Emanny) - “Made Bosses”

Ish | Victoria Monét - “Alright”

Melyssa | Kwaku Asante - “The Real Thing”

Before hitting vacation, the JBP recaps their weekend which included a trip to Atlanta for Joe & Ish (13:17). The room then sends their condolences to longtime ‘The Price Is Right’ host Bob Barker who passed away at age 99 (23:45), singer Miguel put hooks in his back during one of his performances (30:41), and the Bishop Sycamore Documentary ‘BS High’ is out on MAX (36:57). Also, Joe & the gang discuss Deandre Ayton & Katt Leya as well as Bill Murray & Kelis, Drake gives a response as to why his album hasn’t dropped yet (1:34:37), the new ‘Undisputed’ lineup and Lil Wayne’s intro on FS1 (1:48:33), Streamer IShowSpeed bows to the Twitch CEO (2:11:40), Part of the Show (2:21:03), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Victoria Monét - “Stop (Askin’ Me 4Shyt)”

Ice | L I T O (feat. Ransom) - “Rookie & the Vet”

Parks | Russ (feat. Rexx Life Raj) - “Adventure”

Ish | Q - “TODAY”

Melyssa | NxWorries, Anderson .Paak, & Knxwledge - “Daydreaming”

QueenzFlip - LORD VISIONARY ROMAN - “One of Them”

The Bionic Six is joined by Vince Staples as the JBP starts with discussing issues that plague the music industry (14:10), and generational wealth (17:03). Joe then shares their experience after attending Dave Chappelle’s stand-up earlier in the week (52:00), we continue to wait another week for Drake’s next project ‘For All The Dogs’ (1:06:26), and Donald Trump & Rudy Giuliani’s mugshots have been released (1:16:18). Also, Joe has a message for J. Cole following his feature with Gucci Mane (1:32:12), Are festivals messing with artists longevity in music (1:52:46), Vince responds to Sexyy Red and the women outperforming all the male acts currently (1:59:13), Part of the Show returns (2:24:40), the pod addresses Ice’s music takes (2:56:20), + MORE! 

Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Sexyy Red & Sukihana - “Hood Rats”

Ice | Jae Anthonie - “What Up”

Parks | DJ Muggs, Roc Marciano, Rome Streetz, & Mayhem Lauren - “67 Keys”

Ish | TheARTI$t - “Frustrated Love”

Melyssa | Jack Freeman - “Shine”

The JBP is back in full force with Ish returning from vacation as Joe starts this episode sharing a story of attending an event for Burna Boy (23:00) before the gang turns to Drake releasing the artwork for his upcoming project ‘For All The Dogs’ (30:48). Zane Lowe claims there’s an industry-shaking feature on the album which has led to speculation of it being Frank Ocean (35:00), Irv Gotti’s recent interview with Drink Champs included some comments about Dame Dash & JAY-Z (48:17), and Joe gives Sexxy Redd her flowers (1:07:36). Also, the Fresh&Fit Podcast has been demonetized by YouTube (1:28:44), reactions to Meek Mill and sneaker resellers (1:42:49), does the pod celebrate their birthday (2:14:54), Part of the Show returns (2:26:17), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Arin Ray - “Gold”

Ice | Big Take & AO Alientè - “Dancer”

Parks | NEMS, Scram Jones, & Tish Hyman - “KEEP ON”

Ish | Elle Eliades (feat. R.L. KING) - “You”

Melyssa | ODIE - “Slowly”

The JBP kicks off this episode by discussing the internet’s recent obsession with Ice Spice’s mother (13:15) before turning to new music. EST Gee recently walked off during the middle of an interview with Bootleg Kev (23:35) with his project ‘El TORO 2’ dropping just a couple of days later (38:44), Chris Brown announces an 11-song album (48:47), & a number of other artists including Quavo, Lil Uzi Vert, Ciara, Snoh Aalegra, and Dame D.O.L.L.A. also released music. The room then discusses the title of hottest rapper in the world and why the landscape of music is so different today (1:10:45), did Plies cause Britney Spears marriage to fall apart (1:28:12), Pinkydoll rants about her OnlyFans leaks (1:39:30), Part of the Show returns (1:59:30), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | RAAHiiM - “1000 Lives”

Ice | EST Gee (feat. 42 Dugg) - “FREE DOGGY”

Parks | Mick Jenkins (feat. Benny the Butcher) - “Sitting Ducks”

Melyssa | Blxst - “Searching”

The JBP kicks off this week's episode with a recap of Hip-Hop 50 Live at Yankee Stadium from over the weekend (13:18) which leads to a message Joe has for music labels (28:08). A discussion on samples in Hip-Hop includes Flip sharing an issue he has with Steely Dan over ‘Deja Vu’ (44:55), Melle Mel regrets the recent diss track he made to Eminem (58:40), and the room debates whether we should be making anything of Drake & Bobbi Althoff no longer following each other and removing their interview from YouTube (1:10:55). Also, Usher is set to drop his next single with Keke Palmer (1:14:36), Former NFL offensive lineman Michael Oher is suing the Tuohy’s to end conservatorship (1:56:59), sports moments that crush your soul to this day (2:14:05), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Noah Guy (feat. Amaria) - “STAY HERE”

Ice | Young Stat (feat. Rxchiie Zoo) - “Blah Blah Blah”

Parks | Brady Watt, Conway the Machine, & Talib Kweli) - “Without You”

Melyssa | LANKS - “Stronger Than”

QueenzFlip | Major Galore - “Say That You Miss Me”

The JBP returns as they kick things off with the recent news of Tory Lanez being sentenced to 10 years for his role in the shooting of Meg Thee Stallion (18:55). After a social media post revealed Lil Tay and her brother had pass away, the rapper and social media influencer returned the following day to say the report was untrue and they were hacked (1:02:44), the Bionic Six shares a list of a few people who need to hang it up (1:12:05), and new music including REASON’s ‘PORCHES’ and a DJ Khaled single (1:25:05). Also, what has been the song of the summer (1:32:44), Akademiks rants about Erykah Badu over an old interview (1:46:30), Part of the Show returns (2:05:28), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | RAAHiiM - “Spin The Block”

Ice | EST Gee (feat. Yo Gotti) - “A MOMENT WITH GOTTI”

Parks | REASON (feat. Doechii & Junii) - “I Don’t Trust You!”

Ish | Tone Stith - “I Need You”

Melyssa | Floyd Fuji - “INSIDE”

The JBP returns in full force after an entertaining weekend as they start with their reactions and a breakdown of the Montgomery, Alabama riverfront brawl (11:00). Jennifer Anniston is facing criticism after liking a post from Jamie Foxx (29:00), Tim Anderson of the Chicago White Sox & Jose Ramirez of the Cleveland Guardians square up on the baseball field (34:30), and streamer Kai Cenat was arrested in New York for inciting a riot after attempting to do a giveaway for his fans (39:30). Joe & crew then discuss Ne-Yo being under fire for comments made in an interview with Gloria Velez (53:16), Wayne Brady comes out as pansexual (1:10:20), and Travis Scott puts on his first UTOPIA concert at Rome’s Circus Maximus (1:14:11). Also, Summer Walker & Lil Meech continue to have a ‘I don’t care’-off (1:24:52), TDE’s Moosa & REASON have a heated exchange publicly (1:45:41), Joe makes Billboards 2023 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players list (2:00:13), + MORE! 

Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Mahalia (feat. DESTIN CONRAD) - “It’s Not Me, It’s You”

Ice | Big Moose 280 - “Paranoid”

Parks | DJ Premier (feat. Westside Gunn & Rome Streetz) - “Runway”

Ish | Tori Kelly (feat. Ayra Starr) - “unbelievable”

Melyssa | No Guidnce  - “Is It A Crime?”

The JBP starts this episode with the recent allegations brought against Lizzo by former dancers of hers (11:22), as well as a response to the lawsuits from the artist (23:45). Cardi B won’t face charges after the mic throwing incident in Vegas (32:18), the gang turns to new music including a Yo Gotti & DJ Drama Gangsta Grillz project (36:03), the ‘Good Good’ single from Usher (42:03), and Chris Brown & Ciara team up which leads to a convo surrounding Chloe Bailey and whether there is some disconnect with her management (49:55). **SPOILER ALERT** Hijack’s final episode aired on Wednesday (1:05:24), the room reacts to the build your own podcast for $11 graphic (1:26:10), and Terence Crawford rips into Wallo for leaking private text messages (1:35:48). Also, the bionic six discusses what the cheating rules are (1:41:23), restaurant etiquette for dates (2:02:06), Part of the Show (2:28:47), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Mack Keane - “Chances”

Ice | Yo Gotti - “I’m Out”

Parks | Marlon Craft - “UPSNDOWMS”

Ish | Josiah Bassey - “Here”

Melyssa | goodboy noah - “tie down”

The JBP kicks things off by recapping the Terence Crawford & Errol Spence Jr. fight from over the weekend in Las Vegas (13:37) before moving to Cardi B chucking a microphone at a fan after a drink was thrown at her while performing (51:05). **SPOILER ALERT** The rest of the pod provides their thoughts on Netflix’s ‘They Cloned Tyrone’ (1:10:25), the gang then shares their thoughts on the passings of Pee-wee Herman actor Paul Reubens (1:21:00) and ‘Euphoria’ star Angus Cloud (1:25:14), and rumors swirl of Summer Walker & Lil Meech splitting after she shares posts to her Instagram story (1:44:48). Also, Ish asks the group if they have walked back their takes on the new Travis Scott album (2:05:20), NLE Choppa’s tribute to Nelly with a new song (2:29:30), Part of the Show returns (2:43:15), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Mario (feat. Lil Wayne & Tyga) - “Main One”

Ice | Ty Dolla $ign (feat. Chris Brown) - “Motion”

Parks | Ransom & Nicholas Craven - “Homefront”

Ish | Roy Woods - “Made Mistakes”

Melyssa | Emmit Fenn - “Everybody Else”

QueenzFlip | Cryssy Bandz (feat. A Boogie) - “Halo”

The JBP returns from vacation with a topic-filled episode as they start by recapping their time off (14:00) before returning to new music from the past two weeks. Travis Scott dropped ‘UTOPIA’ (43:35), Post Malone dropped ‘AUSTIN’ (1:19:08), Nas & Hit-Boy released Magic II (1:29:29), and several other singles from top acts also hit streaming services. Joe then reads recent Instagram direct messages from Dwight Howard after he’s been sued by someone he met online (1:51:00), Carlee Russell has been charged following the hoax kidnapping (2:01:45), and Friend of the Show Ian Dunlap responds to recent comments from DJ Envy (2:10:00). Also, Drake responds to Elliott Wilson’s criticisms of his recent interviews and appearances (2:22:25), Jamie Foxx provides a health update (2:31:50) which leads to a discussion on new TV Shows & movies (2:58:00) including Joe’s opinion on Netflix’s ‘They Cloned Tyrone’ (3:01:20), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Mack Keane & ESTA. (feat. DESTIN CONRAD) - “O.M.L.”

Ice | Wynne - “What Would Comb Do?”

Parks | Ben Kenobe - “Nosferatu”

Ish | Elmiene - “Mad At Fire”

Melyssa | Kiana Ledé (feat. Khalid) - “Where You Go”

Before hitting vacation, the JBP starts this episode with conflicting reports on the Travis Scott show scheduled in Egypt for later this month and whether or not it will still take place (25:05). Nas & Hit-Boy are slated to drop ‘Magic 2’ this Friday (1:04:18), Elliott Wilson & Rob Markman trade jabs in a series of tweets (1:15:20), and Boosie & his daughter are beefing online (1:40:40). Also, Ish calls out Adam22 for two of his recent episodes (2:05:23), other rap beefs continue including Talib Kweli & Consequence (2:16:38), Part of the Show returns (2:29:16), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Maeta - “ASMR”

Ice | Lil Tjay - “June 22nd”

Parks | Jourden - “Flow”

Ish | Chikoruss - “Body Language”

Listen in to the JBP as the gang starts by reading social media reactions to the tape release of Adam22’s wife (34:02) before turning to new music including King Von’s posthumous project (46:32) & Justin Timberlake hopping on Coco Jones’ ‘ICU’ for the remix (49:09). Hollywood prepares to shut down as the actors join the writers on strike (54:14) while Joe explains why music needs to do the same thing (1:05:35), the pod debates Ice Cube vs. Biggie when it comes to storytelling in music (1:33:37), and JAY-Z’s ‘The Book of Hov’ exhibit comes to Brooklyn (1:45:43). Also, Lil Baby has canceled a number of shows on his nationwide tour (2:05:54), Uzi responds to experimenting with his music and says he’s “trying” (2:25:15), Part of the Show returns (2:33:00), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Joseph Solomon - “Black Like You”

Ice | King Von (feat. 42 Dugg) - “GangLand”

Parks | CMR - “Midtro”

Ish | alayna - “Who Am I Now”

Melyssa | Kwaku Asante - “Molasses”

The JBP kicks off this episode discussing QueenzFlip’s appearance with WWE over the weekend (25:00) before turning to music, starting with Lil Uzi Vert’s ‘Pink Tape’ reaching No. 1 on Billboard, ending the 2023 drought for Hip-Hop (34:35). Travis Scott announces Utopia Performance at Egyptian Pyramids ahead of his new album set to release this summer (43:50), Post Malone is dropping at the end of the month (55:15), and Le'Veon Bell says he paid for verses from Moneybagg Yo and Stunna 4 Vegas but didn’t like them (1:04:50). Also, the JBP investigates the recent Michael Rubin party (1:23:10), Mel discusses a homage to video vixens party she attended (1:37:18), Jonah Hill’s ex shares screenshots of conversations as she accuses him of being emotionally abusive (1:49:18), more videos from Usher concerts (3:05:00), + MORE!  

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Ambré - “PT. II (DRAKE & DRIVE)”

Ice | Arsonal da Rebel - “(Intro) Counted Me Out”

Parks | Mike Yorkz - “Summer Salt/Fine Line”

Ish | Leon Thomas - “Breaking Point”

Melyssa | Khamari - “Drifting”

The JBP returns to the airwaves as they start things off with Keke Palmer being called out publicly by her boyfriend after viral videos of her at an Usher show hit social media (23:50). Birdman presses Druski on Instagram live for his spoof record label (1:17:46), Drake responds to Childish Gambino while on tour (1:42:55), and Meta launches their Twitter competitor app ‘Threads’ which has led to mixed reactions (1:55:35). Also, does anyone on the pod have a fake social media page (2:17:45), the world saw the hottest day ever recorded (2:27:19), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Keyshia Cole - “Forever Is A Thing”

Ice | Melli - “Wyldin”

Parks | Grip - “Bare”

Ish | PHABO (feat. Ambré) - “NYL”

Melyssa | Esthero - “My Torture”

The JBP begins this episode discussing their weekend as the focus turns to Melyssa who shares how her most recent dating experience went (20:06). Adam22 addresses the news surrounding him and his wife in a series of tweets (46:08), first-week sales projections on Lil Uzi’s new album are in (1:07:15), & the gang talks about new documentaries including ‘American Gladiators’ (1:10:55). Also, Joe has a question for the guys in the room for when your significant other attends parties (1:27:30), NBA free agency is underway (1:55:32) while ESPN has let go of more sports personalities (2:04:33), can you remain friends with someone who doesn’t jump in to help in a fight (2:10:25), + MORE! 

Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Kenyon Dixon  - “Lucky”

Ice | Marcus Ariah (feat. TheARTI$t & ONLYBISI) - “Read Your Mind”

Parks | Teflon (feat. DJ Premier & Benny the Butcher) - “Hostile Takeover”

Ish | Jordan Hawkins (feat. DUCKWRTH) - “Can’t Fake What You Feel”

Melyssa | MMYYKK - “Better (For the Love)”

The Bionic Six is back in full force as the gang starts with assessing the viral video of two strippers being robbed in LA following BET awards weekend (23:25). The JBP then discusses new music including Lil Uzi’s album (31:15), Drake released a book (38:42), & where they currently sit with the Jim Jones & Pusha T beef (44:05). Billboard released the top-20 rap groups of all-time (50:25), NYPD reportedly has evidence to arrest Jonathan Majors accuser (1:09:30), and Adam22’s wife returns to work for the first time since their marriage (1:20:43). Also, ESPN announces a series of layoffs (2:16:30), Pat Sajack to be replaced by Ryan Seacret on Wheel of Fortune (2:25:15), who is the best matchup in a Verzuz for Avant (2:51:15), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Avant - “Makin’ Good Love”

Ice | 42 Dugg - “One Time”

Parks | Jay Rock & Kal Banx - “Eastside”

Ish | ASTN & Alex Vaughn - “How Soon”

Melyssa Ford | greek - “hmu”

QueenzFlip | Honey Bxby - “Get Your Lick Back”

The JBP starts this episode recapping their trip to see Bill Burr over the weekend (15:33) before sharing their thoughts on the 2023 BET Awards in LA (23:00). An argument between JT & Uzi took place in which she threw her phone at him (29:30), Patti LaBelle forgets the words during her Tina Turner tribute (44:48), Offset & Quavo perform honoring Takeoff (49:46), and Busta Rhymes receives the Lifetime Achievement Award (53:00). Also, Cardi B allegedly gets her cheat back (1:19:22), a concerning video of Kodak Black hits the internet (2:00:27), Ice Cube goes on a rant about the NBA and gatekeepers (2:22:35), Part of the Show returns (2:33:08), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Glenn Jones - “I’ve Been Searchin’ (Nobody Like You)”

Ice | Doe Boy - “RHUDE BOY”

Parks | Killer Mike (feat. Jagged Edge) - “SLUMMER”

Ish | Genia - “The One”

QueenzFlip | Jim Jones - “Never Did 3 Quarters”

The JBP kicks things off by discussing their weekend plans before turning to new music which begins with the Young Thug project ‘Business Is Business’ (21:34). Pusha T responds to Jim Jones in a newly released Clipse record (33:38), the latest news on the OceanGate submersible (56:05), and Taxstone receives 35 years from the Irving Plaza shooting (1:28:00). Also, rumors have it Papoose and Eazy The Block Captain got into a physical altercation (1:56:22), NBA Draft and recent trades (2:30:39), Flip has a question for the room (2:45:33), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Hrs & Hrs (Remix) (feat. Usher) - Muni Long

Ice | Young Dom - “Master P”

Parks | 7xvethegenius & DJ Green Lantern - “The Feel”

Ish | TA Thomas - “June 15th”

QueenzFlip | Stack Bundles - “Some Say Its Crazy”

The Bionic Six is back in full force as the gang starts by recapping their Father’s Day (11:15) before turning to Rico Love (24:10) and Russell Simmons (28:35) being outed by their ex’s over the holiday weekend. Ice addresses the JBP’s takes on the YK Osiris news from the last pod (1:03:17), a submarine slated to view the Titanic wreckage has gone missing (1:06:46), and Michael Jordan has sold his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets (1:16:30). Also, an ex-Starbucks manager was awarded $25.6 million in a lawsuit over her firing (1:25:43), Ice talks about his vacation (1:53:20), Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin returns (1:58:50), Part of the Show (2:42:22), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | PHABO (feat. Arin Ray) - “Stay”

Ice | Arsonal da Rebel (feat. Symba) - “Slow Down”

Parks | The Legendary Traxster & IAMGAWD  - “The Master and the Student”

Ish | Gen Neo - “Called It Love”

Melyssa | Dijon - “The Dress”

Zaire | Leaf Ward - “F**k Khalif”

The JBP kicks off this episode discussing new music that was released, including Gunna’s ‘a Gift & a Curse’ (26:27) and Killer Mike’s project ‘MICHAEL’ (37:00). YK Osiris is accused of sexual assault after a run-in with Sukihana as videos surfaced on social media (50:38), the gang reacts to Meek Mill’s tweets (1:01:18), and Ja Morant has officially received a 25-game suspension from the NBA (1:21:43). Also, the latest on the YNW Melly trial (1:38:07), Killer Mike joins the podcast (1:50:33) to discuss his new album (1:59:55), his upbringing in Atlanta (2:19:55), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Maeta - “F**k Your Friend”

Parks | femdot. | “2003”

Ish | Kiana Ledé (feat. Bryson Tiller) - “Gone”

Melyssa | Doja Cat | “Attention”

The JBP kicks off this episode discussing the news around ‘Home Depot Girl’ going viral (25:55) and Moriah Mills continues to tweet about Zion Williamson (41:28). The gang then moves onto congratulating the Denver Nuggets winning the NBA Championship over the Miami Heat in five games (1:26:13), Paul Pierce’s livestream antics (1:41:43), and Anita Baker cuts Babyface from her tour (1:50:57). Also, fans are requesting a refund on Gunplay’s GoFundMe (2:12:05), Billboard has yet to have a hip-hop album at number one in 2023 (2:37:42), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Amaria (feat. Amber Navran) - “Lying To You”

Ice | Finesse2Tymes (feat. Gucci Mane) - “Nobody”

Parks | Statik Selektah (feat. Stove God Cooks, Symba, & Nina Sky) - “Can’t Stop”

Ish | Isaia Huron - “Smoke”

Melyssa | Monaleo - “Beating Down Yo Block”

Flip | Meech & Terry - “O Wave & Yellow Zoo (Stuy Babyz)”

The JBP is back after a wild week of news which starts with some drama surrounding Pelicans forward Zion Williamson after a pregnancy announcement. Dating rumors swirl between Kelis & Bill Murray (1:03:01), Travis Rudolph’s case reaches a verdict as the former NFL player is found not guilty (1:16:40), & B. Simone is facing backlash for promoting her close friends during a time of grief (1:27:15). Also, Azealia Banks attacks DC Young Fly with disgusting comments (1:36:50), the gang talks new music (1:47:08), Amber Rose & Joseline Hernandez fight (2:37:55), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Honey Bxby - “Touchin’”

Ice | Don Trip - “No Warning Shot”

Parks | Shawn Smith - “Black Don’t Crack”

Ish | Marie Dalhstrom (feat. Kofi Stone) - “Make It Up To You”

Melyssa | KAYTRANADA (feat. Charlotte Day Wilson) - “What You Need”

Flip | Nu Look - “Pa Anmede’m”

The JBP kicks things off with a recap of their weekend which included Ice attending Roots Picnic (12:54) and Joe on a golf outing (18:43) followed by his trip to Summer Jam on Sunday (23:47). Is there still any beef between Drake & Kendrick Lamar? (44:18), Young Thug’s brother gets hit with 9 years for violating his probation (55:33), a pair of social media influencers were arrested after being caught with over 200 lbs of cocaine (1:24:20), & Apple’s WWDC event revealed the ‘Vision Pro’ which leads to debate among the room on its impact moving forward (1:31:38). Also, Rick Ross’s car show takes place (2:01:45), Gunplay hits DJ Envy with a cease & desist (2:12:00), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | NO1-NOAH (feat. Summer Walker) - Bonjour

Ice | Mozzy - “10 Percent”

Parks | Jay Worthy, Roc Marciano, & Bun B - “Underground Legends”

Ish | Ethel - “Andromeda”

Flip | Jiffy - “Don’t leave me lone”

The JBP kicks off this episode discussing new music including Gunna’s new single (32:30), Cardi B & Latto’s record ‘Put It On Da Floor Again’ (44:25), and Diddy is accused of stealing his recent record ‘Act Bad’ (54:20). Joe brings a trivia game for the pod to play (1:18:55) and the gang sends their thoughts and prayers to D.C. Young Fly & the family of Jacky Oh (1:56:28). Also, the JBP responds to the media’s coverage of Jamie Foxx (2:10:47), Shannon Sharpe agrees to buyout with FS1 (2:23:13), Part of the Show returns (2:30:39), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Queen Naija - “Words of Affirmation”

Ice | Icewear Vezzo - “Back On The Road”

Parks | Saba & No ID - “hue_man nature”

Ish | Fridayy & Chris Brown - “Don’t Give It Away” 

Melyssa | Tame Impala - “Posthumous Forgiveness”

The Bionic Six returns following the Memorial Day weekend as they begin by discussing the news of alleged real estate scamming surrounding DJ Envy and his business partner (21:30). Meek Mill goes on a Twitter rant and calls DJ Drama (52:00), former football player Travis Rudolph’s murder trial is underway (1:14:56), and **SPOILER ALERT** unpacking Succession’s series finale (1:21:05). Also, the gang reacts to Miami beating Boston in game 7 (1:33:27), Melyssa shares a story from her weekend at the Rockefeller Center (2:04:10), Part of the Show returns (2:21:08), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Devon Gilfillian - “Right Kind Of Crazy”

Ice | Pusha T (feat. Kanye West) - “Dreamin Of The Past”

Parks | Crown & The J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League - “Stick Around” 

Ish | Kevin Ross - “Don’t Pretend”

Melyssa | Arlo Parks - “Devotion”

A slew of topics in this episode as the JBP kicks things off discussing Memorial Day plans for the weekend (19:26) before sharing their sentiments on the passing of Tina Turner (25:28). The gang dives into new music including Lil Durks album ‘Almost Healed’ (31:18), GloRilla’s ‘Lick or Sum’ (43:23), & Diddy’s ‘Act Bad’ featuring City Girls & Fabolous (47:54). Ja Morant recently posted a cryptic message on Instagram which led to a wellness check (1:00:24), *SPOILER ALERT* a conversation on the TV show ‘Love & Death’ (1:04:09), Ari Lennox apologizes for prior comments on Oprah & Gayle King (1:20:00), Elon Musk’s brain chip company ‘Neuralink’ has approval from the FDA (1:49:18), Part of the Show (2:22:08), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Emanny - “Belongs To You” 

Ice | Ea5tward - “Not Verified”

Parks | Belly - “New Money, Old Devils”

Melyssa | ODESZA (feat. Little Dragon) - “Light”

QueenzFlip | Ding Dong & Dunw3ll - “Bounce”

The JBP starts this episode by sharing stories from their weekend (9:20) before addressing the beef between Rick Ross & DJ Envy (30:40). Lil Durk accuses Gunna of being a rat in an interview with DJ Akademiks (52:36), Ish spouts off about the Lakers after they were swept by the Nuggets (1:04:15), and Janelle Monáe graces the cover of Rolling Stone magazine (1:15:18). The gang also talks about the value in narratives (1:30:24), Devin Haney’s fight against Vasiliy Lomachenko (1:59:00), **SPOILER ALERT** Succession’s most recent episode (2:15:34), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Sevyn Streeter - “It’s a Man’s World”

Ice | 3SideSayge - “Demons”

Parks | Ransom - “Freedom” 

Ish | Genia - “False Prophet”

Melyssa | The Hics - “Caught In A Lie”

QueenzFlip | Ding Dong - “Krazy Krazy”

The JBP kicks things off with all the new music released including Summer Walker’s EP (11:15), H.E.R.’s new single (31:52), and Post Malone’s album announcement (36:47). The Bionic Six also discusses RapCaviar’s top-50 Hip-Hop beats of all-time list (49:13), Timbaland is making moves with A.I. software (54:41), and Ja Morant issues an apology (1:05:55). Also, there are rumors of a T.I. & Rick Ross Verzuz (1:25:52), Montana’s Governor signs a bill to ban TikTok (1:44:45), Part of the Show returns (2:01:44), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Grace Sorensen (feat. Magna Carda) - “Digits”

Ice | Cash Sinatra - “Activision” 

Parks | KAYTRAMINÉ, Aminé & Kaytranada - “Westside”

Ish | Maeta (feat. Free Nationals) - “Through The Night”

Melyssa | Play Nice, Insightful, Tay Iwar, Naji, Bowtye, Zilo, J.Robb, & Benny Abel  - “Pick Up Your Phone” 

QueenzFlip | Chinx (feat. French Montana & Lil Crody) - “Candy Rain”

 The JBP starts this episode by recapping their Mother’s Day (14:30) before turning their attention to Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant, who was caught flashing a gun on Instagram for the second time in a couple of months (21:20). The gang then discusses the Knicks & Sixers being eliminated from the NBA playoffs (41:30), Jonathan Majors is reportedly dating Meagan Good (55:18), and the latest news in music (1:15:20). Also, Lil Wayne ends his LA show prematurely after low crowd energy (1:21:55), the latest on Jamie Foxx’s health and the irresponsible media coverage (1:48:10), Part of the Show (2:00:18), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Kenya Vaun - “Summer”

Ice | Tyla (feat. Ayra Starr) - “Girl Next Door”

Parks | Jay Worthy , DJ Muggs, & MC Eiht - “A-Wax & O-Dog”

Ish | Lekan - “Familiar”

Melyssa | Santino Le Saint - “Maria Don’t Call Me”

QueenzFlip | Rahky - “Get Out”

The JBP starts this episode by discussing music, including Lil Durk’s new single featuring J. Cole (22:40), Anita Baker’s criticism for cutting Babyface’s set (36:30), & Janelle Monae’s ‘Lipstick Lover’ (51:30). Scammers made some money selling AI-generated Frank Ocean songs (59:20), the gang talks Mother’s Day plans (1:12:23), and Brian McKnight responds to the criticism he’s been receiving (1:20:03). Also, the Bionic Six shares their thoughts on Praz allegedly suing 50 Cent & Kyrie Irving for defamation (1:36:20), Pierre ‘P’ Thomas responds to snitching allegations (1:38:45), Beyoncé’s "Renaissance" World Tour could bring in over $2 billion (2:10:22), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Mario (feat. Sabrina Claudio) - “Like Her Too (Remix)”

Ice | Albee Al - “I’M FROM MARION (Part 2)”

Parks | 2Pac - “F**k the World”

Ish | Asiahn & ELHAE - “What She Wants” 

Melyssa | K.Roosevelt - “Love Blind”

QueenzFlip | Rahky  - “Red Flags”

The JBP kicks off this episode with the reports of an altercation between Chris Brown & Usher over the weekend before the ‘Lovers & Friends’ Festival in Vegas (18:40). The long-awaited Verzuz between Puff & Jermaine Dupri is slated for Madison Square Garden in September (52:24), NBA YoungBoy goes on a Twitter rant dissing Akademiks & Lil Durk ahead of their album releases this Friday (1:04:30), & the gang reacts to the latest news on Freddie Gibbs (1:15:33). Also, Jonathan Majors gets hit with another charge (1:32:55) while Tory Lanez requests a new trial (1:38:50), MGK disses Jack Harlow in recent freestyle (1:50:50), NBA Playoffs (2:00:08), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Joyia - “Pink Skies”

Ice | Lloyd Banks - “Daddy’s Little Girl”

Parks | Belly - “Ambiance”

Ish | PHABO - “Casamigos”

Melyssa | Mikhala Jené - “Human Nature”

QueenzFlip | Teejay & DJ Mac - “Drift”

The Bionic Six returns as the gang starts by discussing Melyssa & QueenzFlip’s sensitivity training (13:20) before turning their attention to Ed Sheeran winning the copyright case against him (29:56). Album bundles are returning as Billboard introduces ‘Fan Packs’ (43:21), 50 Cent announces The Final Lap Tour celebrating Get Rich or Die Tryin’ 20 years later (58:50), and Mike Budenholzer has been fired by the Bucks just two years after winning a championship (1:12:00). The JBP also shares their thoughts on the death of Jordan Neely (1:24:55), the latest news on the writers strike (1:42:11), Part of the Show (2:41:49), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | DaniLeigh - “Tasty”

Ice | Conway the Machine (feat. Fabolous & Benny the Butcher) - “Brooklyn Chop House”

Parks | RJ Payne - “Venom”

Ish | Jidenna - “MiSS BEHAVE”

Melyssa | RITUAL - “Cinnamon”

QueenzFlip | Cau2g$ & Bynoe - “Take ‘Em Out (Riot Mix)”

The JBP kicks off this episode with a recap of the 2023 Met Gala (10:30) before discussing Cher’s split with Alexander Edwards (30:51). Lil Durk claims he’s been blackballed (38:34), Ed Sheeran is currently on trial in a copyright-infringement case over Marvin Gaye’s ‘Let’s Get It On’ (46:42), & the ‘Godfather of A.I.’ sends a warning on his way out after leaving Google (1:10:01). Also, NBA Playoff talk continues (1:17:47) and Memphis declines to bring back Dillon Brooks (1:30:40), Brian McKnight has been criticized over recent Instagram posts (1:37:25), the gang reacts to Eboni K. Williams saying she’d never date a bus driver (1:57:45), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Tamar Braxton - “Changed” 

Ice | Don Trip - “The Messenger”

Parks | Flee Lord & Crisis - “Let Me Get Mines”

Ish | Amaria (feat. Amber Navran) - “Lying To You”

Melyssa | Radiant Children - “Life’s a Bitch”

QueenzFlip | Teejay - “Baller”

The JBP kicks off this weekend’s episode by sending their condolences to Jerry Springer who passed away after a battle with pancreatic cancer (26:28). The gang then covers the music that released on Friday including Jack Harlow’s new album (34:02) & a new Miguel record (44:52). Facebook drops all original programming including ‘Red Table Talk’ (57:36), the NBA Playoffs are in full swing (1:11:34), and Troy & Rashad from ‘Earn Your Leisure’ join the show (1:40:31). Also, Lamar Jackson re-ups with the Ravens (2:24:40), Young Thug shows support to Gunna on Instagram (2:44:23), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Omarion - “Serious”

Ice | Rowdy Rebel & Fetty Luciano (feat. Fivio Foreign & Rah Swish) - “No Pressure”

Parks | Markas & BrixxisKING - “Shyne”

Ish | Leon Thomas - “Crash & Burn”

Melyssa | ODIE - “North Face”

QueenzFlip | Eddie F & Miss Jones - “Calling All Ladies”

Joe returns from his Las Vegas trip as he shares details from his time in Sin City (11:25) and provides his thoughts on the Usher’s residency show (21:15). The JBP dives into the Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis & Ryan Garcia fight (59:45) as well as the Don Lemon & Tucker Carlson departures (1:16:10), and Joe sends some love to his peers (1:39:00). Also, the gang looks to Ish to apologize for his Knicks/Cavs prediction (2:02:47), Joe gives his Snowfall take (2:18:25), Rapper Pras admits he was an FBI Informant (2:36:20), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks: 

Joe | Amaria - “Secrets”

Ice | Red Cafe, Fabolous, Capella Grey - “Don’t Vibe and Tell”

Parks | Domo Genesis & The Alchemist (feat. Smoke DZA) - “Power Ballad”

Ish | Sidibe - “Diamond in the Desert”

Melyssa | Madison Ryann Ward & Ty Brasel - “Unknown”

QueenzFlip | Major Galore - “Sip This Tee”

The gang records their first episode without Joe as they begin with the latest news on Jonathan Majors as additional abuse allegations come to light (12:47) and Tiffany Haddish attempts to defend him (25:57). Desiigner seeks mental health treatment after exposing himself on an airplane (36:55), Frank Ocean pulls out of weekend 2 of Coachella due to an injury (1:00:33), and *SPOILER ALERT* Snowfall series finale recap (1:05:00). Also, the JBP gives their thoughts on the Chance the Rapper dancing video (1:29:01), Eagles QB Jalen Hurts pens a love letter to black women (1:40:06), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks:

Ice | Lloyd Banks - “Cliffhanger”

Melyssa | SamTRax (feat. Amber Oliver) - “You Are”

Parks | Your Old Droog & Madlib - “Pronouns”

Ish | Yung Bleu & Chris Brown - “Distant Lover”

The JBP starts this episode by recapping Coachella (26:45) and giving their thoughts on Frank Ocean’s performance and what went wrong with the set (30:26). Ice recaps the Lil Wayne concert he attended (55:55), Jonathan Majors PR & management teams have severed ties (1:11:25), and the gang has some updates on the YSL RICO case (1:29:54). Also, an A.I. version of a Drake & Weeknd song was leaked (1:42:46), Part of the Show (1:57:05), the NBA playoffs (2:16:22), + MORE! 

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Sleeper Picks:

Joe | Dende - “Block Me”

Ice | Mozzy - “FREE ALL THE LIFERS”

Parks | Agony Aka Southside Tone - “Ricks Story”

Ish | Maeta - “S(EX) [Sped Up]”

Melyssa | Satin Jackets & Panama - “Back to Me”

QueenzFlip | Stack Bundles - “Drunk or High”