The Joe Budden Podcast Episode 939 | On Some Bro Shit

The New York Knicks championship parade, while a joyous occasion for fans, was severely criticized by the hosts for its poor planning and and execution. Key issues included its short route in the financial district, which was deemed too small for the massive crowd, and the decision to hold it on a Thursday, impacting attendance and general convenience. The lack of player speeches, aside from Jalen Brunson, and the inclusion of irrelevant political figures further detracted from the fan experience. The hosts argued that New York City, despite its experience with large events, failed to adequately plan for the anticipated turnout, leading to overcrowding and logistical nightmares.

Hosts discuss the parade's short route, Thursday timing, lack of player speeches, and the presence of political figures. Joe states, 'It's almost like New York didn't plan for a parade.' (00:37:20), and 'New York City should not have had a parade on a Thursday. One and two in the financial district. It's a mistake.' (00:38:30).

Joe Budden articulates a concern that 'curation is dead,' referring to the loss of unique and distinct cultural experiences in favor of corporate standardization. He cites the transformation of the iconic Mondrian Hotel in Los Angeles into a generic Hilton property, stripped of its original 'vibe,' unique scent, and 'sexy see-through' bathrooms. This observation extends to fast-food architecture, where buildings are designed as interchangeable 'boxes' for quick brand swaps. This trend suggests a broader shift towards efficiency and profit over preserving unique cultural identities and curated atmospheres.

Joe states, 'Curation is dead.' (01:15:50) and details the Mondrian Hotel's transformation: 'The Mandreon is a Hilton property now called some the Saloran or some [__]... They done changed the whole lobby. The front desk look like some Hilton.' (01:17:56). He also mentions generic fast-food boxes (01:16:48).

The discussion around Terry Crews's confession of a 13-hour-a-day porn addiction highlights the severe end of compulsive behavior. This revelation prompts a broader conversation among the hosts about the nature of addiction and its potential links to other behaviors. Joe Budden controversially expresses disbelief in Crews's past sexual assault claim, suggesting that a history of porn addiction might imply a personality 'more prone to experiment,' which he uses to question the 'against my will' aspect of the assault claim. This segment underscores the hosts' willingness to engage with sensitive topics from a highly personal and often provocative viewpoint.

Terry Crews's quote: 'I could watch porn from uh probably 10:00 after my workout, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. at night.' (01:29:43). Joe Budden states, 'I do not and have never believed that Terry Cruz and that old that other I never believed that that went like that. And I know you supposed to believe victims. I never believed that story.' (01:37:38).

Jelly Roll's divorce announcement sparks a heated debate among the hosts about communication and accountability in relationships. His wife, Bunny, revealed on her podcast that she impulsively told him to 'file the divorce papers' during an argument, a statement she claims he had used multiple times before. Jelly Roll then proceeded to file, leading to public backlash. The hosts debate whether taking such an angry statement literally is justified, especially given a history of one partner being a 'runner' (prone to threatening to leave). Joe Budden argues that adults should be held accountable for their words, even in anger, while others emphasize the need for grace and conversation before legal action.

Bunny states, 'I just looked at him and I said, 'Well, then file the [__] divorce papers.'' (02:17:34). She also mentions, 'my husband has said it numerous times cuz he's the runner.' (02:17:43). Joe Budden argues, 'all that [__] you saying in anger I hold you to it.' (02:21:30).