A day removed from the 2025 Presidential inauguration, the JBP starts the latest episode with a look at the changes Donald Trump is already making (25:40) as well as the backlash towards Snoop Dogg for performing at a pre-inauguration crypto event (35:20). TikTok’s ban has seemingly been delayed despite it being removed from the app store (1:09:52), Dave Chappelle’s appearance on Saturday Night Live leads the room to discuss their favorite comedians of all-time (1:18:20), and Joey Bada$$ returns with another record titled ‘Sorry Not Sorry’ (1:31:00). Also, Marc Lamont Hill says the Hovengers came after him for his Beanie Sigel take (1:40:37), the room unpacks a pair of Part of the Show questions (2:06:44), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | PnB Rock & DJ L Nasty - “High”

Ice | Ryan Witherspoon - “First Quarter”

Parks | Mac Miller - “Rick’s Piano”

Ish | ELENA - “Golden”

Melyssa | greek - “RIPCORD”

The latest episode begins with a reaction from the JBP on Drake’s Universal Music Group defamation lawsuit (19:18) while discussing its impact on Hip-Hop, before taking a look UMG’s response (1:32:00). QueenzFlip states that every contract should have an end date as he questions Joe about production deals (1:53:05), accusations against Method Man (2:09:55), and the end of TikTok (2:13:50). Also, Wendy Williams appears on The Breakfast Club (2:21:24), Big Meech’s welcome home concert in Florida (2:30:35), the circulation of a video on the internet leads to a man’s death (2:44:55), and much more.

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Hi-Five - “Unconditional Love”

Ice | Lebra Jolie – “Turn Me Up”

Parks | Busta Rhymes - “Letter To My Children”

Ish | Horace Brown (feat. JAY-Z) - “Things We Do For Love (Remix)”

Melyssa | Troop - “I Will Always Love You”

The JBP kicks off their latest episode as Elliott Wilson walks back his comments about Cam’Ron (24:30) before the crew dives into the latest on the back and forth between Cam & Jim Jones (36:52). Marc Lamont Hill is watching the Lebron & Drake relationship unfold (1:02:04) which leads the room to discuss guy code (1:07:44), Liangelo Ball gets a deal from Def Jam (1:47:36), and the price gouging in LA following the wildfires (2:01:19). Also, Jimmy Butler’s financial battle over child support (2:33:28), Beanie Sigel using AI to assist with his voice (3:00:54), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Teddy Swims (feat. Givēon) - “Are You Even Real”

Ice | Eminem & Royce da 5’9” - “Take From Me”

Parks | Ransom - “Where To”

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

Ish | Avara - “PARADIGM (Sped Up)” 

Marc | Bad Bunny (feat. Dei V & Omar Courtz) - “VeLDÁ”

In the latest JBP episode, Joe begins with discussing New York City’s congestive pricing (22:00) before the room shares their thoughts with the Los Angeles community following multiple wildfires (30:00). Lil Tjay and Fivio Foreign leave Plaqueboymax’s stream over smoking as the crew reacts to the situation and celebrity entitlement (56:50), the latest between Jim Jones & Cam’Ron (1:07:38), and *SPOILER ALERT* Peacock’s new show ‘The Day of the Jackal’ (1:18:30). Also, Ray Vaughn responds to Joey Bada$$ with a freestyle of his own (1:38:27), Meg Thee Stallion’s restraining order against Tory Lanez (1:58:08), QueenzFlip explains why ‘Improper Improv’ is coming to an end (2:08:59), another list from Rolling Stone (2:16:35), Alec Baldwin’s sues prosecutors over ‘Rust’ case in new lawsuit (2:24:40), and much more. 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | K CAMP (feat. Jacquees) - “What’s On Your Mind”

Ice | Don Trip - “Statues”

Parks | Daylyt - “Hiyu”

Ish | kwn - “worst behaviour”

Melyssa | Ebony Riley - “Get Along Better”

The JBP returns to their studio in the latest episode as Joe begins with sharing the story behind his recent absence (24:00). The crew then dives into the Fox Sports lawsuit involving Skip Bayless, Joy Taylor, & others (1:07:22) which leads to a topic on sleeping with your coworkers (1:46:00) and power dynamics in relationships (1:59:00). In new music, the room shows love for The Ball Brothers and their new ‘Tweaker’ record (2:16:55), Joe & Ice share their thoughts on Drake’s ‘Fighting Irish’ Freestyle (2:20:55), and Lil Baby’s new album ‘WHAM’ (2:39:45). Also, who have you been honored to share your time on earth with (3:02:44), Catch Steak has permanently closed locations in LA & NY (3:07:30), Squid Game Season 2 (3:21:44), and much more!

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Lloyd - “Player’s Prayer”

Ice | Albee Al (feat. Jadakiss, Freeway, & Benny the Butcher) - “Hood Olympics (Remix)”

Parks | Bad Bunny - “NUEVAYoL”

Ish | AremitRo$ - “U & I”

Melyssa | Hablot Brown - “MINUTE” 

The JBP recaps their New Years Eve vacation to kick off the first episode of 2025 (13:29) before the crew reacts to Elliott Wilson’s recent criticism of Cam’Ron and his show with Ma$e (43:30). A New Drake Freestyle produced by Conductor Williams hits the internet (1:04:05), the latest in New Orleans (1:30:50) & Queens leads to QueenzFlip’s thoughts about senseless shootings (1:47:00) and the value of industry friendships (1:56:35). Also, Melyssa Ford’s wingwoman skills (2:13:30) and a topic on sugar daddy’s (2:16:44) Joe calls into the show to check on his co-hosts (2:28:42), and more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Parks | Joey Bada$$ - “The Ruler’s Back”

Ish | Redman (feat. Rah Digga, Naughty By Nature, Queen Latifah, Shaquille O'Neal, Lords of the Underground, Lady Luck, Artifacts, Heather B, Channel Live & Nikki D) - “Lite It Up”

Melyssa | Ambré (feat. Jvck James) - “I’m Baby (Acoustic)” 

Emanny | Beyoncé (feat. JAY-Z) - “Déjà Vu”

QueenzFlip | Kes - “Savannah Grass”

In the final JBP episode of 2024, Joe starts off with a story of his trip to Madison Square Garden on Christmas Day (4:25) before the room shares how the holiday went with their family’s and friends (23:05). On Christmas Eve, leaked clips of Young Thug’s jail calls hit the internet (42:00), Joe shares his thoughts on SZA’s ‘LANA’ project (1:00:59), Melyssa addresses her recent livestream (1:17:36), and Beyoncé’s halftime performance on Netflix for the Baltimore/Houston game (1:26:13). Also, the latest between Jay-Z & Tony Buzbee (1:47:00), the crew shares things they are trying to improve on in 2025 (1:53:34), a recent online feud over Ray J (2:33:49), Emanny & Joe discuss their run-in with Tracy Morgan at the Knicks game (3:09:50), Part of the Show (3:36:00), and much more! 

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Amaria BB – “Coco Butta”

Ice | Kodak Black (feat. Juvenile & B.G.) - “Same Altima”

Parks | Apollo Brown & CRIMEAPPLE - “Mercy”

Ish | Eric Bellinger - “Deck the Halls” 

Melyssa | Ailam - “Disconnect”

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

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | Mario - “Keep Going (Aaaaahhhhh)” 

Ice | BJRNCK - “Expresso Martini”

Parks | Shawn Stockman - “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” 

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

Melyssa | Sillkey & Bellah - “Brown Eyes”

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

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Sleeper Picks:  

Joe | KountyBoy Solo - “Identity Crisis”

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

Parks | Fashawn & Little Vic - “Capo”

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

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

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

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Sleeper Picks:  

Ice | Kevin Gates - “KISS THE RING”

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

Ish | Amaria - “Finer Things”

Melyssa | Mellina Tey - “Obsession”

Emanny | Isaiah Falls & Sasha Keable - “NIGHT OFF”

QueenzFlip | Kes - “Cocoa Tea”

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

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Sleeper Picks:  

Ice | Redman - “Dont Wanna C Me Rich”

Parks | J. Cole - “Can I Holla at Ya”

Ish |  Lizzen, Jacquees, & Rob49 - “The Audacity”

Melyssa | Aaron Frazer - “Have Mercy”

Emanny | Emanny - “ATL”

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