Fat Joe starts Part 2 by criticizing J. Cole for not responding to the beef aimed at him revolving around the Drake vs Kendrick feud, saying he would have responded himself. Joe calls DJ Khaled his angel, supporting Khaled's message about spreading love and positivity. Joe shares a personal story about talking his friend out of suicide after his wife cheated on him, noting that trusting in God saved the man’s life. He mentions how his friends like DJ Khaled and Pitbull often catch beef because of their association with him. Then, Joe reflects on the best and worst parts of having money.

He mentions using Ozempic for diabetes, which he’s had since he was 13, and how Big Pun’s death motivated him to work out so intensely that he reversed his diabetes. Joe proudly talks about being married for 30 years, and how his wife held him down while he was in prison. He explains how they’ve stayed together through thick and thin. Joe discusses his son, who has autism and Down syndrome, and how initially he wasn’t ready to be a father. Joe calls his son his biggest blessing.

Joe talks about his love for graffiti, admitting he’s “addicted” to it. He explains why he became politically active, noting how it’s alienated parts of his audience but emphasizing the importance of his work regarding issues like healthcare transparency. Joe says nobody has been to Africa more than him and shares a stressful story about an African warlord not letting him leave Angola. Joe reflects on how Atlanta has replaced New York as the capital of hip hop. He recalls almost getting into a fight with Roy Jones Jr. over his lyrics. Joe tells a wild story about nearly beating someone up with Mike Tyson and Big Pun at the craziest club in New York.

As the episode draws to a close, Fat Joe talks about his close relationship with Jennifer Lopez. He declares that women in Atlanta are running hip hop. Joe reveals that Eminem once wanted him to sign him and mentions that he also missed the opportunity to sign Pitbull and Rick Ross. He explains how the Black and Brown communities can come together. The episode concludes with Fat Joe flipping the script and asking Shannon a question back. In this episode, Fat Joe offers insight, laughter, and reflection, showcasing the highs and lows of his career and personal life, leaving viewers with a deeper understanding of the legendary rapper’s journey and mindset.

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