Dipset Wounds Reopened: Cam’ron Goes Nuclear on Jim Jones, Maino, Dave East, and Fabolous in Fiery Podcast Episode

By Entertainment Desk | January 17, 2026

Harlem’s hip-hop royalty is at war once again, as Dipset co-founder Cam’ron unleashed a blistering tirade against former ally Jim Jones and his new podcast crew during the latest episode of his hit show, It Is What It Is. The podcast, co-hosted by Cam’ron alongside Mase and Treasure Wilson, has become a staple for unfiltered sports and culture talk, but this week’s installment veered into personal territory, reigniting old Dipset fractures that fans thought were long healed.

The drama erupted when Cam’ron addressed the formation of a rival podcast group featuring Jim Jones, Maino, Dave East, and Fabolous, who recently launched Let’s Rap About It. Cam’ron didn’t mince words, labeling the quartet a “hollow coalition” built solely on “pure hate” toward him. “They out here teaming up like some Avengers of bitterness,” Cam’ron quipped, his signature Harlem drawl laced with venom. He accused the group of lacking genuine camaraderie, suggesting their alliance was a desperate ploy to counter his rising media empire. “Y’all got no real bond—just a bunch of dudes mad because I’m eating good over here,” he added, referencing his podcast’s multimillion-dollar deal with DraftKings.

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This isn’t the first clash between Cam’ron and Jim Jones, whose Dipset legacy—forged in the early 2000s with hits like “Dipset Anthem” and Diplomatic Immunity—has been marred by intermittent beefs. The two Harlem natives, once inseparable, fell out in 2007 over business disputes within Roc-A-Fella Records and creative differences. A brief reconciliation in 2017 led to joint tours and tracks, but tensions simmered. Jones has previously shaded Cam’ron in interviews, calling him out for not supporting Dipset’s post-reunion efforts. Cam’ron fired back in his rant, dredging up old grievances: “Capo [Jones] out here acting like he’s the king, but last I checked, I built this. You got your little squad now? Cool, but don’t come for me unless I send for you.”

The podcast didn’t stop at Jones. Cam’ron extended his drags to Maino, Dave East, and Fabolous, each tied to New York rap’s fabric but now caught in the crossfire. He mocked Maino, known for his 2008 hit “Hi Hater” and prison-to-rap redemption story, as a “hype man trying to stay relevant.” Of Dave East, the Harlem-bred lyricist signed to Nas’ Mass Appeal, Cam’ron said, “Kid got bars, but he’s riding coattails—pick a side, don’t just jump on the hate train.” Fabolous, the Brooklyn punchline king with classics like “Breathe,” caught stray shots for allegedly siding with Jones in past disputes. “Fab always been neutral ’til it benefits him,” Cam’ron claimed. The episode, which dropped on January 15, 2026, has already racked up over 5 million views across platforms, with clips going viral on X and TikTok.

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Fans and industry peers are divided. 50 Cent, ever the instigator, chimed in on Instagram: “Lol, Cam cooking everybody. That rent-free spot they podcasting from? Yeah, I see why they’re mad.” (A nod to rumors that Jones’ crew films in a low-budget setup.) Meanwhile, supporters of Jones flooded comments with defenses: “Cam’s just jealous ’cause Dipset died without Jim carrying it.” Maino responded via his own socials: “We ain’t hating, we elevating. Cam, stay in your lane.” Dave East kept it cryptic with a fire emoji under Jones’ repost, while Fabolous hasn’t commented, perhaps wisely avoiding escalation.

This beef highlights the evolving landscape of hip-hop media, where podcasts have become battlegrounds. It Is What It Is, launched in 2022, blends sports commentary with rap lore, boasting guests like Stephen A. Smith and Ice Cube. In contrast, Let’s Rap About It aims for raw street talk, debuting last month with episodes on NYC rap history. But Cam’ron’s attack questions its authenticity: “They formed up ’cause they can’t stand seeing me win solo. It’s sad, really.”

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Dipset’s history is a rollercoaster of triumphs and turmoil. Formed in 1997 by Cam’ron, Jones, and Juelz Santana (with Freekey Zekey), the crew revolutionized East Coast rap with flashy style, witty wordplay, and anthems that defined early-2000s NYC. Albums like Come Home with Me and Diplomatic Immunity 2 went gold, but internal rifts—exacerbated by label drama and personal egos—led to a 2007 split. Reunions in 2010 and 2018 brought nostalgia tours, but underlying issues persisted. Juelz Santana, currently sidelined by legal troubles, hasn’t weighed in, leaving fans wondering if this kills any future collabs.

Social media is ablaze with memes: edited Avengers posters with Jones’ face on Thanos, Cam’ron as Iron Man. Podcasts like The Joe Budden Podcast and Million Dollaz Worth of Game are set to dissect it, while betting sites offer odds on a diss track dropping (Cam’ron favored at -150).

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As the dust settles, this feud underscores hip-hop’s competitive core—where loyalty is fleeting, and egos reign supreme. Cam’ron ended his rant defiantly: “Dipset forever, but some dips gotta set.” Whether this leads to reconciliation or all-out war, one thing’s clear: Harlem’s throne is contested, and the crown is up for grabs.

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In a genre built on battles, this chapter reminds us why Dipset endures: not despite the drama, but because of it. Fans hope for music over mess, but for now, the podcast wars rage on.