New Rory & MAL

The weekend is quickly approaching and Demaris can't stop smiling. What's got her in such a good mood? We give Mal his props for finally getting a prediction right as he predicted Offset would have a crush on Sabrina Carpenter. Rory responds to your IG comments calling him out for saying Cardi B was "rushed" to put out her new EP. Somebody has to bring Jim Jones down to earth for his recent comments about Nas. Plus, Will Smith needs to fire his "yes" men, the XXL Freshman class doesn't slap like it used to, and we shame Jeff Bezos for having the audacity to shut down Venice, Italy #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

On this episode of Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball, the guys are joined by Chris Gotti and Safaree. Rory and Mal get into the making of their movie with Lance Stephenson "Ballin'", and the drama surrounding Irv Gotti's Summer Jam tribute #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

Rory and Mal are back fresh off a weekend where they were outside at Fanatics Fest. The Thunder won Game 7 as God answered Demaris' prayers. Jim Jones is out here making enemies out of everyone. Mal says Nick Grant dropped the best rap album of 2025. We learn Cardi B is finally dropping an EP, but get worried once we learn "WAP" and "Up" are on the project. Plus, Demaris would've done anything to be in Paris for Jay-Z's surprise pop up at Beyonce's concert, and B. Simone sounds out of touch rant about being "broke" #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

This week on New Rory & Mal, we debate Jay-Z's biggest dud, call out Mal for being wrong about Kendrick not getting love in Toronto, Pusha T taking shots at Travis Scott, and Joy Taylor is in studio to talk about how her love life has changed since starting her podcast #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 June 2025

It’s Juneteenth and Mal still had us come into work smh. It’s all good though because we gotta recap Pusha T firing shots at Travis Scott on The Clipse’s new track “So Be It” (7:16). Then, we are joined by the lovely Joy Taylor (47:27). Mal wonders if getting personal on her podcast changed her dating life, we hit on her former life trickin', and a caller gets a woman’s perspective on heartbreak #volume *Timestamps may vary based on advertisementsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

On this episode of Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball, the guys are joined by future NBA Hall of Famer and all time great, Dwight Howard! Rory and Mal revisit the 2009 NBA Finals, ask Dwight about his altercation with Lance Stephenson last weekend during their BIG 3 matchup, and get a real time reaction to the Buss family selling the Los Angeles Lakers for $10 billion #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

After an eventful Father's Day, we're back with the fate of NYC hanging in the balance. Ain't no way Andrew Cuomo can be Mayor...right? (18:18) Rory and Demaris try to get Mal to admit he was wrong about Toronto not showing Kendrick love (32:48). We revisit the debate surrounding Carter VI featuring your IG comments. The question "what makes a dud a dud?" has us wondering what was Jay-Z's worst album? (51:15) Plus, does this voicemail have us lying about whether or not we'd hit if we KNEW our partner had a little something something we could catch? (1:15:11) #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

This week on New Rory & Mal, Rory stands up for Lil Wayne after the internet rips Carter VI, Rory and Mal coach Demaris through speed dating, Timbaland goes a little too far with AI, and even old people need a little love sometimes #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2025

We're back from the BET Awards and have a lot to catch up on, but first Rory has to give credit to Mal for being a real one during their interview with Ray Vaughn. Mal's cryptic tweet got blog sites assuming Drake was cookin' something up for Kendrick. Rory doesn't think Carter VI is as bad as the internet is making it out to be. Plus, Timbaland lost his mind signing an AI singer to his label, a caller needs advice for a recently single best friend, + more! #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

Rory and Mal spent the weekend in Los Angeles for the BET Awards and sat down with Jermaine Dupri, Ray Vaughn, Clarissa Shields, AZ Chike, Joy Taylor, and more! #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

We went out to LA, but we made sure to have you covered by recording an EP before we left. Rory and Mal predict Demaris' time at Burgers and Bottles. That leads to a debate about casual dating, whether or not women REALLY want to hear the truth from their men, and Rory and Mal try to coach Demaris through speed dating. Plus, a nasty rumor that Vanessa Bryant was pregnant leads to a debate about if we'd be in our feelings from beyond the grave, and we suspect a caller's girlfriend might be hatin' on him #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

This week on New Rory & Mal, Godfrey joins the pod to rant about Katy Perry, Gayle King, and the cosmic c*nts that never went to space. Plus, Rory & Mal debate Complex's Best 50 Rappers from LA list, and review The Clipse's new single "Ace Trumpets" #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

Before we head out to LA for the BET Awards, we close out the week joined by Godfrey! Rory and Godfrey say there's no way Katy Perry and Gayle King REALLY went space. Godfrey explains why black people live rent free in everyone's head. Plus, Mal wants to know what the beef is between Africans and African Americans, and Godfrey shares a voicemail from Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

On this episode of Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball, the guys are joined by Philadelphia Eagles legend Donovan McNabb! Rory and Mal get into what it was like being booed on draft night, playing for the city of Philadelphia, and his relationship with current Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback, Jalen Hurts #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

The Knicks season is over and it's time for us to move on. We're heavy on talking hip-hop today as Rory, Mal, and Demaris take issue with Complex's 50 Best LA Rappers of All-Time list (20:54). What would a 50 Best NY Rappers of All-Time list look like? (50:32) The Clipse dropped the lead single off their new project, and the pod approves (1:06:55). Has Gelo's run finally come to an end? (1:28:58) Plus, Cardi B and Stefon Diggs make it Instagram official, and Mal sends a warning to Cardi about what's to come next (1:41:16) + more! #volume *Timestamps my vary based on advertisementsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

This week on "New Rory & Mal" we talk OVO Fest lineup, Remy Ma and Papoose dominating Couples Fight Club, Cardi B and Stefon Diggs partying a bit too hard on a boat, and The Clipse announcing their new album #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2025

And we're back. Barely. Mal had a to do a quick pit stop on his way to the studio after eating greasy vegan food last night. But we're here and we are ready for Game 5 at the Garden. Cardi B and Stefon Diggs made waves on social media partying on the love boat. Clipse is releasing their new album through Roc Nation which has Rory and Mal predicting who will be featured on the project. Plus, JLo is out here kissing women on stage for no reason, and we try to help a caller who might have fumbled his girl by accidentally sending her a video she wasn't supposed to see #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

On this episode of Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball, the guys are joined by San Diego Chargers legend, Shawne Merriman! Rory and Mal ask about how Virginia fits into the "DMV" conversation, how Shawne got the nickname "Lights Out", and recall when Shawne got popped by Maurice Jones-Drew #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

We pull up on Memorial Day giving thanks to those who sacrificed everything for us to turn around and be weak podcasters (4:20). SZA has to keep Justin Bieber upright during his surprise performance in LA during the GNX tour (11:14). Mal convinces Rory to give the new season of Baddies Africa a shot (23:30). Papoose claims he wrote 90% of Remy Ma's raps and we are all sick of hearing about these two (33:18). Plus, Drake says OVO Fest is back on this summer (1:00:26), and a voicemail leaves Mal wondering if the caller is using our podcast as an alibi (1:20:37) #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

This week on New Rory & Mal we talk Joey Bad@$$ wiping out the west coast, Mal and Demaris battle in "Homie Court", and advice to a caller goes off the rails when Rory and Mal suggest Couples Fight Club as an option for a date #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2025

New York don't feel the same today. The Knicks blowing Game 1 to the Indiana Pacers has Rory and Mal feeling a certain way. Once we get past that, we put a bow on Joey Bad@$$ vs the West Coast and recap our highly contentious Twitter Space. Kid Cudi testified against Diddy as the prosecution continues to build their case. Plus, a voicemail segment goes off the rails as Rory and Mal suggest a good date would be to fight another couple?!? #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2025

On this episode of Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball, the guys are joined by 2x Super Champ and All-Pro Running Back, LeSean McCoy! Rory and Mal get into LeSean's transition into a sports media star, what it was like to play in Philadelphia, and debate the better coach between Andy Reid and Bill Belichick #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

It was a busy weekend for the pod so let's get right to it. Rory was able to clear up a misunderstanding with Cardi B (30:40). Mal decided to take Demaris to Homie Court for throwing him under the bus on Twitter (40:06). We all agree that Joey Bad@$$ is cleaning up Ray Vaughn, Daylt, and the whole west coast (1:14:16). Plus, Rory sets the west coast straight about the perceived "hate" from the east coast, and why last year really belonged to Kendrick and Kendrick only (1:46:50). #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

This Week on New Rory & Mal the guys reminisce on the old McDonald's secret including the McGangbang, debate whether or not Rory and Demaris have the chops for Hollywood, react Cassie's testimony to kick off the Diddy trials,  spectulate if Cardi B and Stefon Diggs appearance at the Knicks game means a relationship hard launch, and review Joey Bad@$$'s response to Ray Vaugh with his "Finals" track #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2025

We're back and we open up the pod with a big announcement. Rory gets Reason on the phone as Joey Bad@$$ drops "The Finals" in response to Ray Vaughn. Cassie testified against Diddy and revealed eye popping details about his freak-offs. Plus, we react to Tory Lanez being stabbed in prison, Cardi B and Stefon Diggs hard launching their romance, and give advice to a fan in a long distance relationship #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2025

On this episode of Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball the guys are joined by Super Bowl Champion, Kadarius Toney. Rory and Mal the culture shock going from the south to New York, what went wrong with the New York Giants, and his rap career under the name Yung Joka #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

We know, we know. It's been a while since we've done a pod with just us. So with that said, today we catch up with one another. Fresh off our episode with the ladies from "Pour Minds", Demaris calls out Mal for acting different when women are in the studio (6:25). A recap of Mother's Day somehow turns into a conversation about fast food nostalgia (19:51). The BET Awards announced their nominees. Who are our early favorites to win the major categories? (45:27) Finally, a caller wants to know what's the wildest thing to happen to us in the bedroom (1:07:38). #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

This week on New Rory & Mal the guys had the girls from "Pour Minds" on the pod and they discussed Mal dropping moneybag's on IG photos, investing in the wrong women, and Drea and Lex's new show on BET, "Travel Queens". Plus, Millyz plan for 100 men to take down 1 gorilla, and Terrance Howard says he won't go gay for pay #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 May 2025

This was a wild one. Rory & Mal are joined by Drea Nicole and Lex P. of the "Pour Minds" podcast. Right off the bat, Rory wants to to clear the air on Lex calling out Mal on another pod. Lex confronts Rory about the HennyPalooza breakup and Drea has a problem with how he allegedly did one of her girls dirty. Plus, the girls speak on their recent success with the release of their new show "Travel Queens", and they give advice to a caller who has been paying for his girl's rent just to be cheated on. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2025

On this episode of "Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball" the guys are joined by NFL Pro-Bowler, Trey Smith! Rory and Mal ask Trey about Super Bowl Week, his thoughts on country music and the Cowboy Carter album, and if Ray Lewis was as intense as everyone thinks he is #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

Alright, now that the debate is over let's get back to business. Mal wonders what possessed Demaris to hop on a Citi Bike to retrieve her lost wallet from Starlets (4:30). Then, the crew gives their most unwoke opinions (14:56), and discusses what lines they're not willing to cross for a bag (23:30). Plus, Millyz joins the show to talk what it's like to have Jadakiss as a mentor (50:07), meeting Marky Mark (1:01:40), and his strategy for 100 men to take out 1 gorilla (1:22:10). #volume *Timestamps may vary based on advertisementsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

This week on New Rory & Mal, the guys debate 100 men vs 1 gorilla, what's the latest your fiancee should come home after a night out, and Mal debates DJ Hed on the one year anniversary of the Drake vs Kendrick battle #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 May 2025

It’s here. It happened. DJ Hed agreed to come to the New Rory & Mal office to discuss what happened between Drake and Kendrick a year ago to date. Rory & Demaris take them through the timeline of disses, asking questions about their insider (and our common) knowledge of what started, escalated, and finished this beef, and get both representatives' opinions of what mistakes were crucial to the outcome using hindsight. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2025

On this episode of Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball, the guys are joined by Baltimore Raven legend and future Hall of Famer, Terrell Suggs! Rory & Mal get into why Terrell hates this new generation of rappers, his first time hearing go-go music, and what made Aaron Hernandez so dangerous on and off the fieldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

It was a long day, but Rory finally made his way to the studio from New Orleans (2:00). The 100 men vs 1 gorilla debate resurfaced on Twitter so Mal had to remind everyone why it wouldn't be a fair fight (40:58). Then, we make it official! Mal will debate DJ Hed with Rory and Demaris as moderators (57:37). Plus, Shedeur Sanders being prank called by the Atlanta Falcons Defensive Coordinator's son leads to a debate about consequences (1:12:17), and a voicemail leaves Mal curious as to what women do when they stay out until 6AM (1:29:05).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

This week on New Rory & Mal, we debate fan comments on our Nas picks bad beats Instagram asset, Mal asks Demaris if there's a double standard with men dating younger women, the worst brands of water, and speculate on what went down with Shannon Sharpe relating to the sexual assault allegationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

[Pre-Recorded on 4/23]  Had to throw that in there because we got into the weeds talking about Shannon Sharpe and the allegations against him. More to the story has come out since we put the mics down, but we still had a lot to say about the situation. Then, R&B star Leon Thomas joins us to talk about the making of his hit song “Mutt”, dealing with newfound fame, and his personal Male R&B Mount Rushmore. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

On this episode of Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball, the guys are joined by ESPN anchor and host Elle Duncan! Rory and Mal ask Elle about her taste in music growing up just outside Atlanta, the time she had a record deal, and Elle delivers hilarious stories about Kanye West and DMX during her time as an Atlanta Radio PersonalitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

And we're back fresh off Easter Weekend and 4/20. Our conversation about Nas picking bad beats sparked a debate on social media so we responded to a few comments our listeners made on IG (30:41). Amanda Bynes joins the world of OnlyFans just for the purpose of "chatting" with her fans (38:48). Do we believe her? Mal asks Demaris about Tracee Ellis Ross' take on "toxic masculinity" and dating younger men (51:37). Rory's dream podcast guest Kevin Gates takes a shot at LeBron James and his marriage (1:03:58). Then the pod goes completely off the rails as Mal reads the lyrics to Ye's new track "Cousins" (1:12:17), Rory reads leaked text messages from the Shannon Sharpe sexual assault lawsuit (1:24:05), and a voicemail sparks a debate on whether or not a man giving oral to a woman without receiving a favor back is sucka behavior (1:43:05). #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Introducing "Best of Rory & Mal"! Every Sunday, we will drop the best of the week on our feed. Catch up on what you might have missed, re-live the best debates, or replay the funniest moments from the pod. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2025

TGIF. We got Mecca from "Our Expert Opinion" in the building to close out the week. Mass Appeal is releasing 7 new albums featuring hip-hop legends such as Nas, Mobb Deep, and De La Soul. Rory and Mal speculate theories behind Nas' beat selection. Mecca lets us in on what's really going down with Math Hoffa and "Our Expert Opinion". Plus, hairdressers are the new scammers, an ethics debate on your childhood friend checking in with girls you've been with, and why backpackers are running the podcast game #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

On this episode of "Rory and Mal Don't Know Ball", the guys are joined by former NBA All-Star and Memphis Grizzlies legend, Zach Randolph. Rory and Mal ask Zach about starting his own record label, signing Moneybagg Yo, his time with the "Grit and Grind" Memphis Grizzlies, what went wrong in New York when he was on the Knicks, and having his name shouted out on hip-hop tracks. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

We keep the tape rolling as a pre-show conversation about New York State Public School lunch bleeds into the intro of the pod (2:25). Shortly after, we get to business shouting out Missy Elliott and Meg Thee Stallion for putting on a show at Coachella, while Chris Brown and Karrueche had a mini reunion (18:23). Mal feels vindicated by the results of our Twitter poll (41:32), we respond to IG comments about our Mixtape Mount Rushmore debate (43:38), and then build our own White Rapper Mount Rushmore (47:35). Keri Hilson, Ja Rule and 50 Cent, and the St Lunatics rehashed feuds that had us feeling like we were back in the mid 2000's (59:45). Plus, Rory and Mal give travel advice to a recently single listener (1:26:27), and Demaris and Mal argue over who would have (or not have) custody over their hypothetical IVF child (1:36:50). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

Right off the bat Rory expresses his concern for Justin Bieber and wonders if we should care about the artists we listen to? Rory takes issue with an Tweet claiming 4 south rappers on Mixtape Mount Rushmore. Zion Williamson's baby mama (or should we stay "stalker"?) is in trouble with the law after getting physical with his new lover. In a new segment, Mal responds to a couple instagram comments calling him out on our social media assets. Plus, this generation of rappers is mid, why mid girls are the best in bed, and is it weird to be a swinger?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

On this episode of Rory and Mall Don't Know Ball, the guys are joined by 3-time NBA Champion, Danny Green. Rory and Mal ask Danny about the worst hooper turned rapper, how wild Tony Parker was, and Danny drops a hot take about Kevin Durant's all-time standing #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

We come back from the weekend and immediately need to discuss Ciara reminding social media how lucky of a man Russell Wilson is (2:11). Rory and Demaris decided to skip out on Dreamville and maybe caught a little bit of FOMO (9:08). Damon Wayans went on Club Shay Shay and told Unc he fell in love with an ex of his nephew (41:15). Usher is out on tour breaking up marriages, and Rory completely understands it (52:55). Plus a food scientist calls in leading to a debate about overrated entrees (1:34:07) #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

Mal comes in immediately demanding his flowers as he celebrates Chris Brown’s stadium tour (2:33). After a quick recap of the boys’ week with celebrity friends, the team gets into Anthony Edwards alleged lump sum child support payment (23:05). Who do we think is in the wrong in this situation? Speaking of stellar fathers, a man was arrested for leaving his children alone in mcdonalds for a job interview (53:45) (allegedly, more was revealed after this episode was taped). Adam22 came out with some transparency about how he has to descale his business, and we get into how the business of content is not as prosperous as the general public may think (1:06:59). Rubi Rose is making millions a year on Only Fans, and has Demaris considering being behind the scenes in the s*x industry (1:16:30). We also discuss Cory Booker’s speech (1:32:22), the difference between the Air Force and Navy (1:37:11), and the real reason why Crime Mob broke up (1:45:31)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2025

On this episode of "Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball", the guys are joined by Super Bowl Champion and New York Giants legend, Victor Cruz! Rory and Mal ask Victor about his first time meeting Jay-Z, the first time he did the salsa after scoring a touchdown, and what it was like playing with Eli ManningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

Our mini vacation is over and we get right back to it asking Baby D about her birthday celebration in Houston, Rory spent his time off going to a psychic who knew a little too much about his life, and Mal can’t understand why a certain take has gone viral. After the recap we hit on a few headline that got us talking about our exes. Cardi B and Offset are still going at it, and DDG blames an ex for an unreleased track with BIA. Plus, are we buying Jess and Loren squashing their beef, what should the the official song of New York, + more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

We got a legend in the building! Rory and Mal are honored to be joined by a pioneer of hip-hop - the "World's DJ", D-Nice. The guys kick off the interview learning about D-Nice forming Boogie Down Productions with KRS-One, and continues with reflecting about how D-Nice brought everyone together with "Club Quarantine" when the world came to a complete stop due to Covid. Plus, D-Nice reflects on his rap career, and what it was like DJing for high profile political figures such as former President, Barack Obama See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2025