New Rory & Mal – Episode 446 | "Wild Greasy Palm"
Date: January 23, 2026
Hosts: Rory, Baby D, Damaris, Zip
Special Guest: Zip with the Drip
Overview
This episode marks a major milestone for the New Rory & Mal podcast: it's the last full episode on YouTube, as the show officially moves to Netflix. The crew celebrates this new chapter, reflects on their journey, and delivers their signature blend of unabashed hot takes, jokes, and unexpectedly deep discussions. There’s also a lively and insightful long-form interview with viral content creator Zip with the Drip, digging into authenticity, the prison system, rap media, and more. True to form, the episode swings effortlessly from pop culture debates (J. Cole, Drake, Cam’ron vs. Dame Dash) to relationship antics and comedic asides.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Netflix Era Begins
[03:00–04:10]
- The crew celebrates and teases their Netflix debut, donning all-red attire ("Netflix red") and joking about how fans will need to get big TVs just to watch them in style.
- Baby D and Damaris joke about their upcoming visual prowess and how their presence deserves to be watched on a 70-inch TV.
- They confirm nothing will change for audio listeners and that clips will still be on YouTube, but full episodes will be exclusive to Netflix.
- "All you have to do is open your Netflix app... or type in New Rory & Mal. We'll put the link up on socials." – Baby D [03:39]
2. Jars for Celebrity Name-Dropping
[07:23–08:15]
- The team riffs on the idea of starting "jars" (like swear jars) for how often the names Drake, J. Cole, or Jay Z get mentioned—and the infamous "butt jar" for when Rory prefaces criticism with a compliment.
- Rory: “We might need a J. Cole jar.” [07:35]
- Damaris suggests there should be a jar for Rory always saying, “Don’t kill me, I like this person but…” before criticizing someone.
- “They’re going to cut out everything before the ‘but.’ So say whatever the fuck you want to say. We on Netflix now.” – Damaris [08:32]
3. J. Cole Mixtape Rumors and Drake/Cole Double Standards
[09:31–16:01]
- The team dives into hip-hop rumors: JadaKiss hinted J. Cole has a mixtape coming, possibly on his birthday (January 28), before the album drops.
- They debate if J. Cole is held to a different standard compared to Drake, with Rory arguing Cole gets called “noble” for backing out of battles, while Drake would be crucified.
- “If the roles were reversed, it would be completely different... If Drake wanted to back out for mental health reasons, you’d be calling him pussy.” – Baby D [14:16]
- Damaris insists Cole gets just as much hate, but the narrative eventually fades: "People just want music." [15:31]
- Rory clarifies he just wants to hear all rappers rap, regardless of drama: “I’m always on the side of hearing rappers rap and not podcast.” [16:20]
4. Cam’ron’s “Letter to Dame” – Maturity or Petty?
[16:38–21:35]
- The pod discusses Cam’ron’s track addressing Damon Dash. Baby D interprets it as Cam being both mature and artfully provocative, giving Dame a chance to settle the beef or escalate it.
- Rory notes, “Cam with his bars... it kind of was disappointing to get to this place.” [18:26]
- Baby D: “Cam played that so perfectly that it wasn’t like, ‘yo, everything’s cool’... This was Art of War shit.” [17:14]
- They reflect on Dame’s legacy in the business, Dame’s brilliance but emotional approach, and whether they’d have him on the show (Rory: “it would have to be off mic first – that’s family stuff”).[20:28]
5. Bowling, Dating, and Relationship Games
[21:45–36:59]
- A hilariously extended segment on professional bowling, what constitutes a “good athlete,” and how bowling became a staple cheap date in their twenties.
- Baby D trashes pro bowlers (“the most trash athletes on the planet”) and compares them to pool sharks.
- Damaris admits bowling is a “broke boy’s” early date, and many women only tolerate it – “First three dates should not be bowling.” [31:30]
- Flirty banter about games on dates (“if I beat you at Connect 4, I get that tonight”) and adult game negotiations.
- Rory: “Take a girl bowling, then treat her like a bowling ball.” [25:47] (classic podcast-level wildness)
6. Spicy Relationship Takes & Petty Gender Wars
[36:06–49:17]
- Confessional talk on sending “nut videos,” the games women play with men’s risky texts, and how post-nut clarity can be “the most shameful you’ll ever feel.” [35:54]
- Damaris admits to occasionally leaving men “on read” after requesting explicit content just to mess with them: “That’s evil.” [36:15]
- A lively debate over kissing, public displays of affection, and whether your style of kissing reveals how much you really like someone.
- “She told me, ‘I can tell by the way you kissed me you don’t really like me.’” – Rory [37:12]
- “You gotta make me woozy, you gotta make me lightheaded to get you home.” – Damaris [39:18]
- Social dynamics of “curse-out voicemails,” relationship drama, and therapy for “situationships.”
7. Sports Recap: NFL Playoffs & Bet Segment (“Spread ‘Em”)
[51:54–57:47]
- Baby D and Rory break down NFL playoff bets: Patriots vs Broncos, Rams vs Seahawks.
- Baby D predicts, “I think we may have some miracle in Mile High,” and switches his pick to Broncos [53:34], while Rory sticks with Patriots to cover the spread.
- Podcast running bet: With their win-lose record, the loser must name a thousand rappers, and Damaris must eat 30 mozzarella sticks in one sitting [57:21].
8. Zip with the Drip Interview: Origins, Authenticity, and Industry Realities
[65:03–89:54]
Highlights:
- On being called a hater:
“Anytime you tell the truth, you come off as a hater.” — Zip [66:14] - On not picking industry sides:
“It’s right and wrong, that’s the line you stand on.” — Zip [66:55] - How he fell into content:
After a rap injury, he went viral for his prison stories and embraced media. - Incredible story:
Zip tells a wild, graphic story about knocking out an opponent’s tooth in prison and keeping it on his cell windowsill for six months. [69:01]- “Everybody come to my room, seen that tooth on my windowsill.” [68:34]
- Biggest misconceptions about jail:
“That it’s mad gay going on. That’s the biggest misunderstanding... In NY, you run around like that, you don’t come back around.” [72:13] - On rivals using his slang and platform building:
“People be like, you remind me of Taxstone… but I don’t know what Tax was doing. I went away in 2002, came home in 2020. Niggas in jail was telling me, start a podcast.” [74:24] - Trademarking his phrases (“Let’s get to that”):
“I trademarked it, that’s mine.” [79:48] - Discussion on “street code” in hip-hop:
- On dropping gang affiliations: “You shouldn’t want to be in a gang.” [82:43]
- On rappers’ “fuck the streets” stance: “Majority of your fan base don’t care about the streets.” [85:20]
- Explains why rappers can’t switch content easily: “What you gonna talk about – gospel?” [85:07]
- On DMX’s career arc:
- “After ‘Party Up,’ X saw the TRL fame. After that, it got a little... weird.” [87:15]
Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)
- “You can watch us on your phone, your computer, TV. Or if you feel like just being on the go, just close that app and go audio only.” – Rory [03:56]
- “It's the noble thing that Cole deleted his diss and backed out... But if Drake did it, it's pussy.” – Rory [13:38]
- “No, that was the day Jesus was born! The Jesus of Marcy.” – Baby D [11:02]
- “Take a girl bowling and then treat her like a bowling ball. Love it.” – Rory [25:47]
- “That post-nut clarity is the most shameful you’ll ever feel.” – Baby D [35:54]
- “If a woman asks you to go to therapy on the first date, you should run.” – Baby D [48:41]
- “I’m always on the side of hearing rappers rap and not podcast.” – Rory [16:20]
- “Everybody come to my room seen that tooth on my window sill. I would've still had that...” – Zip [68:34]
- “Anytime you tell the truth, you come off as a hater.” – Zip [66:14]
- “I'm not never saying fuck the streets. How y’all know what you gonna talk about without the streets?” – Zip [84:07]
- “Let’s get to that.” – Zip (multiple times)
- “After ‘Party Up’ hit, X saw the TRL fame. After that... it got a little weird.” – Baby D [87:15]
- “I trademarked it. That's mine.” – Zip [79:48]
- “A thousand rappers is crazy. I can’t name a thousand of anything.” – Rory [57:11]
Final Thoughts & Tone
The episode is energetic and informal, marked by classic New Rory & Mal banter – unfiltered, comedic, and occasionally poignant. There’s an air of celebration for new opportunities with Netflix, mixed with the usual irreverence and some surprisingly deep hip-hop commentary. The long Zip interview is raw, honest, and refreshing, capturing the spirit of street credibility, survival, and viral success.
For longtime followers and new listeners alike, this episode encapsulates the essence of the show: candid debate, relentless jokes, and insightful deep dives seamlessly packed into a two-hour ride.
Next stop: Netflix, January 26th – with new antics, more jars, and the same crew you love.
