Joe and the guys kick off Episode 429 with prayers for DMX (10:50). They recap the Isley Brothers/Earth, Wind &amp; Fire Verzuz battle (16:45) and the controversy surrounding playing R. Kelly records (19:30). Paul Pierce was fired from ESPN over adult entertainment on Instagram Live (35:40), LaMelo Ball was spotted with Teanna Trump (51:50), and Kodak Black’s security guard was injured in a Tallahassee shooting (58:00). Cassidy vs. Hitman Holla (1:46:44), YG’s anti-Asian lyrics removed (1:52:00), Megan Thee Stallion shoots her shot at Yung Miami (2:10:55), Godzilla vs. Kong (2:22:20), and more! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at  Sleeper Picks Joe | Playboy - “Pussy Fairy R &amp; b Freestyle” Ice | Spinabenz - “Who I Smoke” (Ft. Whoppa Wit Da Choppa, Yungeen Ace &amp; FastMoney Goon) Ish | Young Jeezy - “Go Crazy” (Ft. Jay-Z) Parks | Trev Rich - “24-8”

Episode 429 | "Star of The Train"

Joe kicks this episode off by explaining to Ish the importance of having a king sized mattress compared to a queen, which leads to a debate on if mattress size has an affect on your relationships. Shortly after, Joe then apologizes to Ish for downplaying his nephew who is projected to make the NBA and wanted by the Knicks (19:30). The guys also recap the latest Verzuz performance between Bow Wow and Soulja Boy (25:35), hypothesize a battle featuring Nicki Minaj and Lil Kim (43:00), and who would match up best against DJ Drama (53:10). Also, a recap of the BET Awards (1:06:50), an update on the Miami building that collapsed this past week (1:41:45), Scottie Pippen claiming Phil Jackson is a racist (1:56:30) and MORE! Become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP: Tap in here&nbsp; &nbsp; Sleeper Picks &nbsp; Joe | Jovanie - “Mil on That” &nbsp; Ice | CoachDaGhost - “Eternal Life” &nbsp; Parks | Evidence - “All Of That Said” (Ft. Boldy James) &nbsp; Ish | Eric Roberson - “LESSONS

Episode 451 | "King Size"

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Joe, Mal, and Parks hold it down while Rorys is out and end the year off with showing gratitude while reflecting on the unpredictable year 2020 has been (8:00). Meek Mill had an exchange with a fan on CH (33:10) and Joe share's his thoughts on people confronting him on the app as well. Also, Young Thug had interesting things to say about Jay-Z and Lil Wayne (1:02:00), a debate on if Drake's career is over (1:18:00) and much more on the final episode of 2020! &nbsp; Your Honor (1:39:00) *Potential Spoiler Alert* &nbsp; Sleeper Picks Joe | Vory - “This Side” (Ft. Landstrip Chip)&nbsp; Mal | 38 Spesh - “Under The Table”&nbsp; Parks | 38 Spesh - “Route 38”

Episode 403 | "Present In the Moment"

On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal &amp; Parks prepare for the upcoming Ashanti/Keyshia Cole Verzuz battle and share their final takes (18:20). The guys honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.‘s legacy in light of this past MLK Day (29:01), and Joe finds a problem with Funk Flex’s list of the Top 50 Greatest MC’s (53:18). Entrepreneur and technology investor, Anthony Pompliano, joins the show to breakdown Bitcoin to give the guys a better understanding of the cryptocurrency (1:23:30), and the guys address the recently aired Tiger Woods documentary on HBO MAX (2:34:35). Sleeper Picks Joe | Danileigh - “Situations”&nbsp; &nbsp; Rory | Gallant - “Comeback.”&nbsp; &nbsp; Mal | 7xvethegenius - “Break Soul”&nbsp; &nbsp; Parks | Blicka Don - "Ramsey's Place"

Episode 408 | "Pomp It Up"

On this episode: The guys recap Ashanti &amp; Keyshia Cole’s Verzuz battle (18:27), while Joe addresses his personal bias towards Keyshia (39:30). They discuss the recent inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris (1:07:41) as well as Conway and Griselda’s alleged beef (1:21:50). DaniLeigh receives backlash after previewing her upcoming song, “Yellow Bone” (1:26:22), and Rory wants to move the podcast to Texas (1:29:30). The guys further review the Tiger Woods documentary, addressing the effects of his upbringing (1:50:11), and Snoh Aalegra receives backlash for covering Usher’s “U Remind Me” (2:04:48). &nbsp; Sleeper Picks Joe | NBDY - “Used To” (Acoustic)&nbsp; &nbsp; Rory | Little Brother - “Life of the Party” (Ft. Carlitta Durand &amp; Skillz)&nbsp; &nbsp; Mal | K. Forest - “Tippin” (Ft. Jaiden)&nbsp; &nbsp; Parks | Pharoahe Monch &amp; Th1rt3en - “Amnesia”

Episode 409 | "Chin Check"

Joe and the guys kick things off by exploring how well Mal knows Rory (3:31) and sharing their individual introductions to Hip Hop in light of the JBP’s 6th Year Anniversary (22:32). They celebrate Bobby Shmurda coming home (34:40) and share predictions over his upcoming music (45:45). Vanessa Bryant calls out Meek Mill for his insensitive lyrics over Kobe Bryant’s helicopter accident (55:05), and Jay-Z signs a partnership with Moët Hennessy buying a 50% share in his champagne brand (1:08:45). The guys discuss the Migos and Bobby Shmurda’s relationship (1:46:23) and Cam’ron promoting his new product, “Pink Horse Power,” an organic supplement for men that improves sexual stamina and libido (2:14:14). A Kevin Samuels discussion (2:17:31), Bryson Tiller’s new album (2:25:15), planning trips, and MORE! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at  Sleeper Picks Joe | Ambré - “eternal sunshine” (Ft. G-Eazy &amp; BJ the Chicago Kid)&nbsp; Rory | MIKNNA - “Heartbreak Highway” Mal | Moneybagg Yo - “Time Today”&nbsp; Parks | Fred the Godson - “One of These Days” (Ft. Guap Sinatra &amp; Bandz Dinero)

Episode 418 | "Hustle and Flow"

Joe and the guys kick off Episode 419 by addressing Drake's beef with Rory (5:20) and Joe feeling uncomfortable without structure (13:25). They discuss new music including Bryson Tiller, Curren$y, and Bruno Mars &amp; Anderson Paak’s newly announced album as ‘Silk Sonic’ (19:10). LeBron James plans to A&amp;R a new album (39:30), Twitter introduces a new pay-wall feature (49:23), and Live Nation announces the return of live events (1:21:20). Joe shares his history of crying at weddings and calls Safaree to confirm (1:26:30). The guys review the Patrice O’Neal documentary (1:48:50), Snowfall *SPOILER ALERT* (1:58:25), D’Angelo’s Verzuz (2:03:40), and what his format would be. A second Snowfall *SPOILER ALERT* (2:13:35) and much more!  For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at  Sleeper Picks of the Episode: Joe | Tempest - “Not The Same”&nbsp; Rory | The Game - “360 Bars Freestyle” Mal | Majid Jordan - “Not Ashamed”&nbsp; Parks | D’Angelo - “Devil’s Pie”

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