The JBP begins with some old Stevie Wonder rumors before Marc reveals that he watched Mel’s latest movie and the room discusses if there are actions they view as unforgivable. Later, Marc tells a never-before-heard story about how he found out about his 18-year-old daughter, Emanny shares a similar account of his own, and everyone debates how they would react if they found out they raised a child that wasn’t theirs. The crew also discusses what terrifies them, NYC mayor Eric Adams announcing that he is no longer a Democrat, Vic Mensa’s comments that Black excellence is a scam, Mel’s press release addressing the Drake merchandise controversy, and much more!

Marc reveals that he and Ish went to the gym together before some of the guys recap the latest couples night and the room convinces Ish to throw a 50th birthday party. Later, Joe contemplates writing a book, Flip reveals that the IRS cleared his account, and Mel talks about her time away from the show. The JBP also discusses how much they spend in a day, the time Mel and her friend dated the same guy simultaneously, the Summer Jam 2025 lineup, the Fyre Fest reboot, the future of the Super Bowl halftime show, and much more!

Ice begins with some complaints about the Millennium Tour before Ish reveals that he used to do karate and the room debates if Black romance films could beat white romance films in a VERZUZ and which show was better between ‘In Living Color,’ ‘The Chapelle Show,’ and ‘Saturday Night Live.’ Later, Marc’s beef with Bill Cosby, Selena’s killer was denied parole, and more talk about a potential live show. The JBP also discusses whether they place more value in the message or the messenger, Marc’s peculiar music takes, Dr. Bryant outing her DMs with Offset, and much more!

Flip calls out Joe for not wanting to talk about what goes down on Spaces before the crew argues over gift-giving etiquette and Joe talks more about driving himself around town last weekend. Later, the room speaks on their prom experiences and how proms have become so extravagant, parenting boys vs girls, and curfews for their children. They also discuss why Ish has someone who filters listener comments to him, when and why certain cast members go silent during episodes, the lack of muffins delivered in 2025, SPOILER ALERT ‘Adolescence’ and ‘Raising Kanan,’ Bronny James’ string of good games in the G-League, and much more!

Zaire joins the Dudecast to comment on the recent bench press argument, Ish’s injury, and the conversation with Jim Jones comparing fraternities and gangs. Later, the room convinces Emanny to do porn, debates how much money they would need monthly to have sex on camera consistently, and wonders how Ty Dolla $ign’s affiliation with Kanye West will impact his career going forward. They also discuss what a JBP reunion would look like and Joe’s experience buying briefs at Lululemon before closing with a heated argument on how Black people look at other Black people who date white people.

Joe begins with some smoke for the cast for how they reacted to Marc joining the show before claiming he would not parent any differently if he had a girl. Later, the room talks about how their parents have shaped how they parent, Young M.A.’s ex’s comments on social media, and 2Pac’s breakup letter to Madonna. They also discuss Emanny’s dealings with a porn star, Flip living vicariously through Emanny, the BBL bracket, how Flip has changed since getting more money, and much more!

Marc Lamont Hill and Emanny join the crew in the latest Patreon episode as Joe opens up with the story of a lifeguard being charged with reckless endangerment after saving a young boy from drowning. Marc then discusses his feelings towards rehabilitation before QueenzFlip brings him up to date on their masculinity conversation and whether or not someone had a plan to get rid of black men from households. Marc then questions the room on whether or not they’d tell their significant other if they ran into their ex, Emanny shares past experiences on trips to the club with Joe who then says he wants to make a foodie page. Also, Marc shares his experience at The Roots concert, Emanny’s ‘Golden Eye’ story, Carlos King sitting with Gucci Mane’s wife, Dwyane Wade and Carmelo Anthony react to the JBP playing basketball, and much more!

Joe begins by revealing that Emanny told him that he wants to have a hot bod before everyone argues over who can bench press the most. Later, the room debates Andrew Schulz’s latest press run and potential racial undertones behind his comedy, whether Mel will go on stage at any concerts in 2025, and why remixes are dead. They also discuss the origins of the jokes about Emanny being heartbroken, the math behind the Patreon basketball game, DDG wanting to see his child on his terms, Mel’s bachelorette party experiences, Ice needing to buy his baby mother a car, and much more!

The JBP begins with more commentary about the basketball game, and Marc reveals that he signed up the crew for a men’s league. Later, Al B. Sure! claims that he turned down Bell Biv DeVoe’s “Poison” because it sounded too similar to his other music, Joe questions the lack of A-list light-skinned actors, and Zaire calls out the podcast’s comments about fraternities. The JBP also discusses a potential daily show and putting a band together, the difficulties of having multiple romantic partners, how many hearts everyone has broken, Gene Hackman’s cause of death, and much more!

Jim Jones stops by following the release of his latest album ‘At the Chruch Steps,’ and begins by breaking down the creation of the project and what needs to happen for him to ride off into the sunset. Later, he tells the whole story behind his viral airport moment, doubles down on his comments about gangs and fraternities, and speaks on the biggest financial mistakes he has made in his career. He also discusses doing a fitness show with the JBP, his unwavering loyalty to Dipset, walking Tank out at Barclays Center, his favorite cars and clothing brands, and much more!