Joe Budden has accidentally revealed how much money his podcast is bringing in through Patreon subscriptions.
In a post on Instagram Stories, Budden appeared to be trying to brag about how many views his videos were getting, however he failed to properly block out the part which detailed the podcast’s income.
The slightly blurry post reveals that the podcast has brought in a shade over $900,000.
That number does not include YouTube revenue and money brought in from advertisements.
Budden previously claimed that he was making serious money from podcasting.
Last year, the Hip Hop personality claimed that he’s made around $4 million from podcasting over the last decade, which would average $400,000 per year.
The conversation was sparked by a question from special guest Doe Boy, who asked Budden: “How much you think you done made off this since you started podcasting?”
After his co-hosts laughed at the audacious enquiry, the former Slaughterhouse MC replied: “Altogether in the whole 10 years? About $4 mil.”
Budden’s answer also sparked hilarity, with his fellow hosts unconvinced by the figure. Even Budden himself began to laugh, betraying his sarcasm.
“Yeah, I think about $4 mil,” he continued with a smirk. “Early on we were doing it for free. Then we hit a little lick, Spotify. Then n-ggas left, the building crumbled a little bit. My friends came to save the day. Probably about three and a half to four a half mil.”
Even Doe wasn’t buying it as he replied: “That’s bap.”
Despite being accused of “lying” by those in the room, the “Pump It Up” rapper insisted that he was serious before claiming that his gross profit (before taxes) was closer to $7 million.
He then offered some words of inspiration for the podcast hustlers at home: “Years of hard work, y’all can do it to. It’s not unachievable. This is not unimaginable. If you work hard and keep your head down to the finish line and just focus on your content.”
Despite raking in six figures annually, the number is a far cry from the amount of money streamers such as Kai Cenat make, who blend Hip Hop commentary with gaming.
Zara Larsson has indicated that she may have cancelled her December 3 appearance at the Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The singer initially confirmed that she would not attend, before removing the comment and sharing a more detailed explanation of why the performance no longer feels right for her.
The Swedish star was scheduled to take the stage at Etihad Live on Yas Island during the Yasalam After-Race Concerts. Zara and Lewis Capaldi were due to launch the weekend’s entertainment. However, supporters encouraged her to reconsider the booking because of concerns surrounding the United Arab Emirates’ reported connections to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces, a paramilitary organisation accused of committing atrocities during the nation’s civil conflict.
A fan commented: “Please read about what UAE is doing to Sudan then cancel your Abu Dhabi show!” Zara responded: “I will not be going to Abu Dhabi.” Fans later realised that both comments had been removed.
She then shared that she had been considering what it means for her, as an artist, to perform in particular countries.
The Midnight Sun singer explained: “I think about that a lot in my life as an artist… I wanna perform and spread joy and music for people in every country, because no single person is their government.
“I’ve met so many wonderful people from every corner of the world and I know this to be true in my heart. I love people, and I love my fans soooo much.”
Zara acknowledged that her original comment “maybe came off as an impulsive response,” but explained that she had given the booking serious thought. She now believes withdrawing is the decision that “aligns with me the most right now, for many different personal reasons beyond politics.”
She continued: “Maybe I’ll delete both comments and do a better statement soon. I hope to sing with you in the beautiful future!”
