The Joe Budden Podcast

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"

The JBP returns as they begin with their thoughts on the latest episode of Snowfall leading into the series finale next week (25:57). An arrest has been made in the killing of Cash App's founder Bob Lee (38:31), Universal Music has asked streaming services to block A.I. companies from accessing their songs (48:45), and the gang takes a look at the positives and negatives from A.I. in the music space and beyond (1:02:20). Also, Cam'ron has been hit with a copyright lawsuit over the use of a photo of himself (1:48:00), Ice talks about the new Netflix show 'Beef' & Ish shares his thoughts about 'Night Agent' (2:17:45), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks:

Joe | Emanny - "Belongs To You"

Ice | Rackboy Cam - "Mind on the Money (Oh Yea)"

Parks | El Michels Affair & Black Thought - "The Weather"

Ish | Ye Ali - "Vision Board"

Melyssa | Victoria Monét (feat. Lucky Daye) - "Smoke"

QueenzFlip | Flyt - "Envy"

The JBP begins this week's episode recapping their plans from the weekend before turning their attention to the Dalai Lama video that was released (24:18). Daniel Caesar issues an apology for his controversial comments in 2019 (36:30), Jim Jones says Pusha T is not a top-50 rapper (52:45), and **SPOILER ALERT** an update on the most recent episodes of Snowfall (1:16:28) & Succession (1:21:05). Also, Joe is kind enough to give more podcast advice to anyone who may need it (1:50:24), the Freaknik Documentary is coming to Hulu (2:00:48), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks:

Joe | SZA - "Low"

Ice | REASON - "At It Again"

Parks | Juicy J - "Demon of Addiction"

Ish | Jamilah Barry & P2J - "If the Love Goes - A COLORS SHOW"

Melyssa | Mikhala Jene (feat. Ro James) - "Mad Bitches"

QueenzFlip | BDavighn - "Check'd Out"

The JBP begins this weekend's podcast sending their condolences to Bob Lee, the founder of Cash App, who was killed earlier this week & share their thoughts of the timing of the FedNow announcement just a day later (16:24). The gang then discusses new music including Drake's 'Search & Rescue' (41:15) & Rae Sremmurd's project 'Sremm 4 Life' (47:47). Also, reactions to the report that Spotify has millions of songs without a single play (1:02:30), Joe & QueenzFlip respond to the hate they've been receiving (1:15:30), Chlöe Bailey's album sold just 10k units first week (1:36:25), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks:

Joe | Alex Vaughn (feat. Summer Walker) - "So Be It (Remix)"

Ice | Don Trip & Starlito - "Gift & a Curse"

Parks | Curren$y & Jermaine Dupri (feat. T.I.) - "Never Fall Off"

Melyssa | Kiana Ledé (feat. Ella Mai) - "Jealous"

QueenzFlip | Lloyd Banks (feat. Method Man) - "101 Razors"

This week on the JBP, the Bionic Six discusses the recently released list from Complex that named Joe number one on their Hip-Hop Media Power Rankings (1:52). The gang recaps the NCAA Women's Basketball Final Four & Championship games (23:32) which were overshadowed by the storylines surrounding LSU's Angel Reese (29:27), as well as Dave Portnoy's comments about the tournament's Most Outstanding Player (40:17). Plenty of other events from the weekend included Wrestlemania (53:19), Dreamville Festival (1:01:10), & HOT 97 announced the Summer Jam lineup with Cardi B as its headliner (1:13:36). Also, the JBP talks about tip-flation (1:21:17), Donald Trump's indictment (1:26:30), new music (1:31:25), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks:

Group Sleeper A: Chlöe | "Feel Me Cry"

Group Sleeper B: City Fidelia (feat. YNR Davinci) | "Can't Sleep"

The JBP starts this episode with the latest news on Jonathan Majors whose lawyer released text messages that show the woman taking blame for the fight (16:30). Arrests have been made in the Tekashi 69 assault (28:46), Ish discusses China ditching the US dollar (53:22), and plenty of new music dropped this weekend (1:05:01). Also, the gang discusses the state of TikTok & Instagram (1:35:12), Part of the Show returns (1:44:23), + more!

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Sleeper Picks:

Joe | Kenyon Dixon (feat. Kincy) - "Slow Dancing"

Ice | Royce da 5'9" (feat. Redman) - "Royce & Reggie"

Parks | 38 Spesh - "Crowned King"

Ish | THEY. - "Riptide"

Melyssa | Jenevieve - "Love Quotes"

Flip | Ty Trilly - "Voice of the Pain"

The JBP kicks off this week's episode with news of Jonathan Majors facing assault and harassment charges after being arrested over the weekend (16:10). Lamar Jackson has made a statement that he requested a trade from Baltimore earlier this month (47:55), a couple breaks up over a Chris Brown lap dance at one of his shows (1:01:10), and Soulja Boy reacts to questions about whether people would rather have dinner with him or $250 in food stamps (1:34:30). Also, DJ Drama joins the show ahead of two album releases this Friday (1:39:04) + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks:

Group Selection: Tyler, the Creator & DJ Drama - "Dog Tooth"

The JBP kicks things off this week by diving into new music, beginning with 6lack's new album (15:12). Next, the collective discusses a couple of controversial headlines, including Tekashi 69 being attacked (22:50) and Troy Ave's diss to Taxstone after their case concluded (47:25). Joe and the crew then examine Logic's latest display to prove his "blackness" (1:03:20), 50 Cent vs. Lil Wayne in a Verzuz (1:11:25), and Joe finally purchases Usher tickets (1:22:45). (SPOILER ALERTS AHEAD) Finally, they discuss 'Snowfall' (1:40:30) and the series finale of 'Your Honor' (1:48:15) and Joe's displeasure with Master P producing a 'No Limit' series (1:59:20).

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Sleeper Picks

Joe | Victoria Monét - Smoke (feat. Lucky Daye)

Ice | Lavish - We Make Sense

Parks | Hitboy & Nas - The Tide

Ish | Destin Conrad - SWITCH

Melyssa Ford | Portishead - All Mine

QueenzFlip | Kaleida - Think

The JBP begins this episode discussing Spring Break in Miami (14:22) as well as the current beef between Bad Bunny & Devin Booker (19:48). Rudolph Isley is suing his brother Ron over the rights to 'The Isley Brothers' trademark (29:20), Larsa Pippen & Donald Trump find themselves in the news again (47:09), and Joe gives his recap of the Hulu documentary on Jared from Subway. **SPOILER ALERT** A busy week in TV land as the gang discusses Amazon Prime's new show 'Swarm' as well as other finales like 'Your Honor' (1:05:30). Also, the guys talk about their current health (1:26:38), Part of the Show (2:03:00), + MORE!

Sleeper Picks:

Joe | Mac Ayres - "If You're Feeling Lost"

Ice | Money Man (feat. Babyface Ray) - "Drums"

Parks | Jay Royale (feat. Styles P & DJ Crypt) - "End Game"

Ish | Alex Vaughn (feat. Ari Lennox) - "Demon Time (Remix)"

Melyssa | Kilo Kish - "Elegance"

The Bionic Six is back in full swing as the gang begins this episode with new music including T-Pain's cover album (12:15). The JBP then addresses the recent Adam22 allegations and multiple No Jumper firings (52:43), Ja Morant sits down with Jalen Rose for an interview (1:11:34), and Ciara's dress at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party creates debate (1:18:02). Also, Blac Chyna gets her fillers removed (1:36:34), Part of the Show (1:54:00), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks:

Joe | ELHAE - "Secrets"

Ice | Rucci & Bankroll Got It - "Can't Trust It"

Parks | GREA8GAWD (feat. Hell Rell) - "Entitled)

Ish | Saint Harison - "TMF"

Melyssa | Monsune - "Cloud"

Flip | Ariaa - "Brown Skin"

The JBP returns after taking the weekend off as the gang starts by discussing The Oscars, which took place on Sunday (12:34). Troy Ave testifies on the fatal shooting at Irving Plaza in 2016 (35:00), Logic responds to recent backlash over his Ice Cube cover (58:27), and *Spoiler Alert* Joe and the gang recap BMF's latest episode which leads to a topic about cheating (1:16:30). Also, Silicon Valley Bank collapses (1:41:11), the two brothers who helped attack Jussie Smollett break their silence (2:01:11), pictures of Ja Morant at a strip club release (2:29:27), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks:

Joe | Cleo Sol - "Sweet Blue"

Ice | Arsonal da Rebel (feat. FL3A) - "Oppaversary"

Parks | Radamiz, Wiki, & Dom McLennon - "Big Pharma"

Ish | JAHKOY - "Bitter"

Flip | Honey Bxby - "Trouble"

The JBP kicks off this episode with their reactions to Logic doing a cover of Ice Cube's "It Was A Good Day" (7:38) before moving on to their review on Chris Rock's Netflix Live Special 'Selective Outrage' from Saturday (25:04). Grizzlies guard Ja Morant flashed a gun on Instagram live and could be facing a lengthy suspension from the NBA (59:35), Melle Mel shares his thoughts on the greatest rappers of all-time list (1:37:36), Lil Wayne also chimes in on the debate and where he stands (1:41:16), Part of the Show returns (2:16:45), + MORE!

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Sleeper Picks:

Joe | Lucky Daye - "Careful"

Ice | Slim Thug - "Sexy Lady"

Parks | Dreamville, Lute, Cozz, REASON, & Arin Ray - "Burn Bridges"

Flip | Melii - "14 Daze"

Melyssa | Saint Harison & Tiana Major9 - "homies"