"See, The Thing Is...‪"‬ The Joe Budden Network

On this episode: Bridget Kelly & Mandii B are joined on the couch by Ish from the JBP to discuss justifying trips in relationships (10:00), being late as a sign of disrespect (22:00), and Ari Fletcher buying Moneybagg Yo 28.8 acres of land (26:00). Ish challenges Bridget & Mandii on their preference in emotionally secure men (35:00), and the three speak to wanting different things with different partners in light of Jeannie Mai’s recent pregnancy announcement (49:00). Ish reveals he doesn’t go to therapy, while Bridget asks about his coping mechanisms (59:00). FRESHLY SQUEEZED (1:16:00), Sh*t we don’t care about (1:40:00), prioritizing conversation over sex in relationships (1:55:00), and more!
 
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"FRESHLY SQUEEZED” Picks of the Week:
Bridget Kelly | Asiahn - “Fall Back” 
Mandii | Zoe Wees - “That’s How It Goes” (feat. 6lack) 
Ish | Zion I - “Temperature” (feat. Talib Kweli)

On this episode: Bridget Kelly & Mandii B are joined by the co-founder of Around The Way Curls & a friend of the show, Antoinette. The three recap Ja Rule & Fat Joe’s Verzuz battle (9:20) and discuss what accountability looks like amidst the Karen Civil controversy this past weekend (28:05). The ladies speak on podcasters not wanting to share their resources (45:45), Meek Mill’s accusations (48:40), and this week’s FRESHLY SQUEEZED (1:06:00). Mandii shares moments from her therapy journey (1:35:00), sparking a conversation about working to live and how to enjoy living without working (1:38:05). Dealing with imposter syndrome (1:48:30), Michaela Coel wins an Emmy (1:55:40), Whitney Houston’s life & story in ‘The Bodyguard’ (2:20:00), Jazmine Sullivan (2:22:35), and MORE!
 
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"FRESHLY SQUEEZED Songs"
Bridget Kelly | Tems - “Crazy Tings” 
 
Mandii | Sevyn Streeter - “Feelz” (Ft. Lucky Daye) 
 
Antoinette | KIRBY - “Break Her Heart for Me”

The ladies are joined by Bridget Kelly's longtime friends, publicist, and artist J. Ryan. They kick things off by discussing reparations for descendants of slaves and address politician, Larry Elder's comments on the matter (14:00). Bridget and J.Ryan share their experience at New York fashion week's festivities (20:40), a recap of the highlights from the VMA's (34:00), and another edition of the 'FRESHLY SQUEEZED' segment (1:08:45). Mandii B and BK also share what they don't care about in the news this week (1:37:50) and MORE! 
 
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On this episode: Bridget Kelly & Mandii B are joined by Alex (aka Screenman), co-host of the Need to Know Podcast for a music-filled episode! The three discuss nostalgic past releases (3:30), healthy relationships in your 20’s (14:30), Fat Joe Verzuz Ja Rule (20:00), and testing your partner (43:00). This week’s FRESHLY SQUEEZED (1:09:30) breaks down Drake’s ‘Certified Lover Boy,’ including double standards regarding bisexuality (1:14:00), problematic song credits (1:29:00), and men expressing their emotions (1:39:40). Touring as a job, anti-vax sting operations, Jazmine Sullivan’s secrets + more!
 
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FRESHLY SQUEEZED Songs of the Week: 
 
Mandii B | RINI - “Red Lights” (feat. Wale)
Bridget Kelly | Yebba - “Boomerang”
Alex | Bairi - “Paraíso”

On this episode: Bridget Kelly & Mandii B discuss preparing for Sober September (2:40), banning the milk crate challenge (15:00), and the hype around Donda not matching the quality of the content (27:50). Drake reveals his pregnant emoji cover art for Certified Lover Boy (43:50), and Mandii shares an exclusive Drake leak! (49:20). Tony Hawk drops a limited run of skateboards containing his blood without facing the same outrage Lil Naz X received (54:30), and Jack Harlow speaks to both chasing fame and improving his craft (1:10:15). FRESHLY SQUEEZED (1:16:00), Bob Ross (1:39:00), Jason Momoa (1:42:30), Candyman (1:47:40), and MORE!
 
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FRESHLY SQUEEZED Songs of the Week: 
 
Mandii B | Rotimi - “Decide”
Bridget Kelly | Cleo Sol - “Sunshine”
Bridget Kelly | Cleo Sol - “Heart Full of Love”
Mandii B | Godfather of Harlem - “Waiting On Me” (feat. Swizz Beatz, YG, BIA & Giggs)

On this episode: Bridget Kelly & Mandii B are joined by DJ Rose Gold (14:00) to discuss Sha’carri Richardson (17:34), Amber Rose revealing she was cheated on (33:05), and defining who you are without men (46:15). Nicki Minaj’s husband sues the state to get off the sex offender list (49:40), Elon Musk reveals plans for a human-like robot (56:55), and Mandii speaks to her relationship with Alexa (1:00:45). A Summer Jam recap (1:06:25), Kanye drops Drake’s address (1:16:20), FRESHLY SQUEEZED (1:19:15), OnlyFans (1:19:55), and more!
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Freshly Squeezed Songs of the Week:
Bridget Kelly | Tiwa Savage - “Somebody’s Son” (Ft. Brandy) 
Bridget Kelly | Anik Khan - “Santa Maria” 
DJ Rosegold | Chillaa - “Cancer Freestyle” 
Mandii B | Dvsn & Ty Dolla $ign - “Don’t Say A Word” 
Mandii B | Gunna & Taurus - “9 TIMES OUTTA 10”