The Joe Budden Podcast — Episode 863 | "I’m Coming To Get That"

Date: September 24, 2025
Host: Joe Budden (with Ice, Ish, Parks, Flip, Mark Lamont Hill, and others)
Podcast Network: The Joe Budden Network

Episode Overview

This episode of The Joe Budden Podcast is a lively, multi-topic roundtable that blends irreverent humor, unfiltered personal stories, and outspoken commentary on the week's most notable cultural, music, and social headlines. The crew digs into house banter, relationship dynamics, race issues, and the music business, with recurring themes of authenticity, accountability, and the ways hip-hop culture both mirrors and complicates real life. The show also features spirited debates over current rap beefs, internet drama, and what it means to be a man or partner in today’s world.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Opening Banter & Age Jokes (00:00–10:00)

• The crew pokes fun at each other’s ages and the “pause” culture, referencing funny moments from the prior week, especially about home improvement and neighborhood stories.
• Quote:
  “How old are you, Parks?” “41. I'll be 42. ... You look old, though.” – Joe & Parks (00:01)

2. Race, Profile, and Neighborhood Tension (00:03–00:15)

• The hosts recount experiences in Trump-supporting neighborhoods, joking about being watched or looked at suspiciously. Joe and Ish share stories about assessing neighbors’ gas meters, leading into discussions on profiling and racial discomfort.
• Quote:
  "One truck say try that in small town ... another truck say Trump DeSantis. I don't think either of y'all should be knocking on them doors..." – Joe (00:06)

3. Subtle Racism and Self-Reflection (00:12–00:25)

• Joe tells a story about suspecting Black teens in a workout store were about to shoplift, then realizing his profiling was problematic, leading to a mix of laughter and self-awareness about embedded social biases.
• Quote:
  “So yes, it was a little racist. A little. But I was watching them, little boy. They had a plan.” – Joe (00:17)
• The group banters about how everyone carries biases and how these affect daily interactions.

4. Community Involvement & Persona (00:27–00:35)

• Ish is ribbed for being active in the community and “lowering the crime rate” in Newark through speaking to youth, with Joe lampooning how people exaggerate coworkers’ contributions.
• Quote:
  “I hear that shit all the time. I'm dead. Ish. I said, hit my ass. I knew you could do it.” – Joe (00:29)

5. Domestic Realities & Relationship Power Dynamics (00:37–00:55)

• Lively debate over domestic obligations, with the cast teasing Ish about being "on punishment" with his wife. Cooking, dressing, and returning home on time are all dissected as signs of one’s place in a relationship.
• Quote:
  “If my wife is mad at me because I pay the bills, should I force her to cook?” – Ish (00:48)

6. Being Watched and Personal Care (00:50–01:00)

• Joe, Flip, and crew poke fun at each other's grooming, using it as a metaphor for how one's personal life is going, with both affection and ridicule.
• Quote:
  “We know when life is on ass. We know when you have company in the house. Of course. It's a different level.” – Joe (00:55)

7. Health Scares and Ageing (w/ Mark Lamont Hill) (01:05–01:25)

• Mark shares details about a medical scare—thinking he had another blood clot and contrasting the casualness of a “doctor” who’s actually a physician assistant connected to Ish.
• Humor in discussing symptoms, tight jeans, and aging continues the irreverent, personal feel.
• Quote:
  "They said that some of the pain you're feeling in your left calf might be just because your jeans were so tight." – Mark (01:16)

8. Album Reviews, Writing Credits & Cardi B Debate (01:29–02:10)

• The team gets into a heated, nuanced debate over giving proper credit to songwriters/producers—using recent Cardi B album discussions as a springboard. Joe and Ice argue about how much credit/showcasing of writers is appropriate and if artists should be “sensitive” about such reviews. There’s critique of modern credits and transparency in hip-hop.
• Quote:
  "I'm never gonna stop bigging up the people behind the scenes." – Joe (01:55)

9. Cardi B Divorce Disclosure and Double Standards in Relationships (02:11–02:45)

• The crew debates Cardi B’s comments on why she hasn't finalized her divorce—she claims her ex is holding out for tax/asset benefits. The ensuing discussion explores who “deserves” financial support in breakups, the role of past infidelities, and modern gendered expectations in divorce settlements.
• Quote:
  "I'm coming to get that." – Flip (02:43 on men’s right to seek assets)

10. Character Letters for Diddy (City Girls, Carl Thomas, et al.) (02:57–03:25)

• The pod discusses the controversy over leaked support letters for Diddy’s sentencing (“Puff”), especially Young Miami’s letter. This morphs into a broader, philosophical talk about whether you can/should defend people you know did terrible things, what loyalty means, and how public perception can trap people into silence or support.
• Quote:
  "You can't help the people that love you." – Mark Lamont Hill (03:07)
• Mark explains his personal experiences writing support letters even for people guilty of serious crimes, arguing for nuance and an understanding of rehabilitation.

11. The Power of Protest (Jimmy Kimmel Section) (03:26–03:40)

• The group discusses the impact of public protests—Jimmy Kimmel’s reinstatement after cancelation, Target, and corporate activism. They note how public mobilization and boycotts can affect company decisions, framing it as a lesson on the power of the purse.
• Quote:
  "When we fight, we win, we protest, stuff happens." – Mark (03:33)

12. Trump and Antifa, Free Speech, and Censorship (03:42–03:58)

• Mark details Trump’s moves to label “antifa” as a hate group and what that means for protestors. The pod explores escalating right-wing backlash, the double standards of free speech online, demonetization, and online censorship.
• Quote:
  “They are losing their mind about this Charlie Kirk shit. In a way that even I didn't fully anticipate.” – Mark (03:44)

13. Jay Electronica’s Surprise Music Dump (03:59–04:20)

• Mark revels in newly released/archived music from Jay Electronica, giving deep praise for the substance and style, while the rest of the crew offers a more muted/critical response. Discussion touches on the difference between abstract, 5%-influenced lyricism and mainstream rap tastes.
• Quote:
  "He dropped three albums, three EPs. A lot of good music on there…" – Mark (04:00)
• Counterpoint from Joe:
  "J Elect is the best use of phenomenal rapping and the worst use of it." – Joe (04:13)

14. Book Buying, Amazon, and How Childhood Shapes Us (04:21–04:40)

• Joe raises questions about the price/value of books (hardcover vs. paperback), supporting indie bookstores, and the influence of family values—especially parenting gaps and “missed moments.” Mark speaks on the importance of emotional availability and hugs for children, reflecting on generational shifts in parenting.
• Quote:
  “You are enough. And if you need a hug, call … Don't, don't call Joe Budden.” – Mark (04:36)

15. Hip-Hop Drama: Drake v. Memphis Bleek, Youngboy Tour, and More (04:42–05:00)

• Recap of Drake’s IG comments interpreted as shots at Memphis Bleek following Bleek's slight criticisms in an interview. Joe, Ice, and others discuss the limits of podcasting, loyalty, and the subtle politics of rap beef.
• NBA Youngboy’s ongoing arena tour and its wild crowd energy is dissected, with the crew both admiring and fearing the intensity of his fanbase.
• Battle rap updates: Lux vs. Twork and the lasting legacies of elite elders like Lux and Mook.

16. Pop Culture, TV Shows, and Comedy (05:01–05:15)

• Recommendations and takes on recent TV like "TasK," “Morning Show,” “Black Rabbit,” etc. Mark and Parks get excited over new programming; debates abound over SNL, Abbott Elementary, and other mainstream comedy.

17. Sports Corner: Giants, Daniel Jones, Russell Wilson, Fantasy Football (05:15–05:20)

• The pod closes with classic sports banter—discussions of Giants QB drama, Daniel Jones, Russell Wilson's career, fantasy picks, Derrick Henry, and the perennial pain and hope of being a football fan.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)

• On profiling and self-aware racism:

  • “So yes, it was a little racist. A little. But I was watching them, little boy. They had a plan.”
    — Joe (00:17)

• On songwriting credits and hip-hop:

  • “I'm never gonna stop bigging up the people behind the scenes.”
    — Joe (01:55)

• On divorce and relationship double standards:

  • “I'm coming to get that.”
    — Flip (02:43)

• On the dilemma of writing to support Diddy:

  • “You can't help the people that love you.”
    — Mark Lamont Hill (03:07)

• On money, protest, and change:

  • “When we fight, we win, we protest, stuff happens.”
    — Mark (03:33)

• On quality of parenting:

  • “You are enough. And if you need a hug, call … Don't, don't call Joe Budden.”
    — Mark (04:36)

Segment Timestamps

| Time (HH:MM) | Topic/Segment | | -------------- | ------------------------------------------------------ | | 00:00–00:10 | Age, “pause” jokes, intro banter | | 00:11–00:25 | Neighborhood stories, profiling, subtle racism | | 00:29–00:35 | Community engagement ribbing (Ish in Newark) | | 00:37–00:55 | Relationship dynamics, domestic life, gender roles | | 01:05–01:25 | Health scares, aging humor | | 01:29–02:10 | Album review culture, Cardi B writers debate | | 02:11–02:45 | Cardi B divorce revelation, double standards | | 02:57–03:25 | Support letters for Diddy, ethics of public loyalty | | 03:26–03:40 | Jimmy Kimmel & power of protest | | 03:42–03:58 | Trump/antifa, free speech, social media demonetization | | 03:59–04:20 | Jay Electronica releases, Preachy rap vs. the mainstream | | 04:21–04:40 | Parenting gaps, book-buying, indie vs. Amazon | | 04:42–05:00 | Rap beefs (Drake vs. Bleek), NBA Youngboy, battle rap | | 05:01–05:15 | TV recommendations, comedy, pop culture | | 05:15–05:20 | Sports talk (Giants, Russell Wilson, fantasy football) |

Tone & Language

The show maintains a mix of sharp, irreverent, and truthful tones—alternating between barbershop humor, raw vulnerability, and sharp cultural critique. The hosts do not shy away from their own biases, recap personal stories with self-deprecation, and display genuine affection layered under relentless ball-busting.

Takeaways

• Authenticity and conflict are central: Deep debates arise regularly—not just for show, but tied to real questions facing hip-hop, relationships, and adulthood.
• They remain passionate about crediting “the unseen”: Whether it’s songwriters, behind-the-scenes friends, or community actors, the crew champions those left out of the public eye.
• Navigating loyalty in messy worlds: Several segments tangle with the paradoxes of backing friends, ex-partners, or even convicted stars like Diddy.
• Music and culture aren’t just entertainment: The tension between business, reputation, and creative legacy weaves through the show, ground by personal experience and raw honesty.
• No one leaves un-joked or unchallenged: Each host gets roasted, but the mutual respect under the surface—along with years of shared history—is apparent.

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