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"