New Rory & MAL

Episode 454 | "Mile High Club"

Release Date: February 12, 2026
Hosts: Rory, Mall, Baby D
Podcast by: iHeartPodcasts and The Volume

Episode Overview

This episode of New Rory & MAL is classic freewheeling banter, blending laughs, irreverent conversation, and hip-hop hot takes. The crew riff on viral rapper beef, airport antics, podcast culture, meet-and-greets, upcoming music releases, and memories of flying with celebrities. Above all, they bring humor and a self-aware lens to everything from the politics of “Mile High Club” status to the anxiety of meet-and-greets with socially awkward artists.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Simba vs. Reason: The Better Rapper? ([04:35])

• Baby D tries to stir up friendly beef between Simba and Reason, two rappers the hosts know.
• The hosts praise Simba's recent response to J. Cole's "Young Simba" line, calling the record "very, very dope."

  “No, Simba killed that. That was like, very, very dope. I was actually surprised… the way he did that, the way he put that together, that was really dope.” — Baby D ([04:48])

• Mall admires that both can rap and make songs, a rare combo, saying it's tough to choose.
• Rory jokes about loyalty, teasing about not pitting friends against each other ([05:23]).

2. Office Sleepovers (& Scary Vibes) ([07:04])

• The crew reflect on late nights at the studio/office, with stories about crashing after recording.
• Baby D insists never sleeping overnight, calling the office creepy at night unless “company” is present.
• The conversation veers into joking about "christening" the office and the practicality (and flexibility) required for such escapades, leading to a sex-positivity/laugh-filled exchange.

3. Ass-Eating Talk, Flexibility & Gendered Humor ([10:03])

• An ongoing comedic riff about sexual flexibility and being unabashed about preferences.
• Rory notes:

  "The only man I know that, like, you know, openly admits to having his ass [eaten]." — Rory ([10:40])

• Followed by playful dissecting of the difference between “licking” and “puncturing,” with Mall making everyone laugh with his tongue-in-cheek explanations ([14:50]).

4. Music While Giving Birth & Birth Stories ([17:31])

• The hosts wax about birth playlists and creating the right vibe while having children.

• Mall: “We made sure with… lighting candles. I set up the whole vibe to be very calm.” ([18:13])

• Jokes exchange about being involved dads, checking cervixes, holding knees, etc., with Baby D riffing about “checking her with a fitted on.” ([18:52])

• Discussion about hospital food, birth plans, and respect for mothers:

  “God bless all the mothers out there, man.” — Baby D ([21:31])

5. Tony Yayo, Ja Rule, & Uncle Murda: Airplane Beef ([22:12])

• Recap of the viral incident where G-Unit's Tony Yayo & Uncle Murda are seated behind Ja Rule on a flight after the Super Bowl.
• The crew recall the decades-old beef between Ja Rule and 50 Cent, noting the real-life tension beyond music.
• They praise the restraint shown—arguing but not fighting, with Mall and Baby D adamant that fighting on an airplane is never worth it:

  "If you fight or do anything in an airport, you are one of the dumbest people ever… you'd be banned from flying." — Mall ([24:03])

• The humor in “throwing a pillow” as a provocation is savored, noting that while funny, things could have gotten “corny” if it escalated ([29:42]).

6. Celebrity Sightings & Flights ([38:41])

• The hosts reflect on random flights shared with celebs: Sade, Chub Rock, Regina King, Michael Bivens, and even adult film stars.
• Rory jokes about the awkwardness of recognizing a porn star and the etiquette of complimenting their “life-changing work.”
• Hilarious riffing on the idea of getting sex toys signed as memorabilia.
• The party mentality of post-Essence Festival flights, and why “checking for” celebrities is a nuanced social dance.

7. New Music Preview: Jack Harlow, Baby Keem, Brent Faiyaz ([47:21])

• They discuss the anticipation around upcoming albums from Jack Harlow (Monica), Baby Keem, and Brent Faiyaz.
• Mall is excited for Brent, calling him “R&B Gibbs,” and praising his consistent pen:

  “If you go through his discography, even including Sonder... Brent has never missed on any project.” — Mall ([64:24])

• Pressure vs. hype for Baby Keem: Mall says there’s real pressure for a sophomore album after a long gap, while Baby D counters that Keem hasn’t fully “set the bar” yet.
• Discussion about artistic experimentation—when fans want new sounds but often punish artists when they stray from their lane ([65:18]).

8. Meet-and-Greet Culture & Social Awkwardness ([67:09])

• A critical look at Summer Walker’s viral, reportedly awkward meet-and-greets. Is it fair that artists known to be socially anxious are pressured into meeting fans?
• Rory and Mall point fingers at management (LVRN) for setting up scenarios sure to go viral for the wrong reasons:

  “They know Summer does not want to do shit like this. Stop setting up Summer to do shit like this is all I’m saying.” — Baby D ([74:00])

• They contrast with Chris Brown’s over-the-top meet-and-greets, and the expectations fans bring to these interactions.
• Debate about personal experience: Rory clarifies he enjoys meeting fans and isn’t as socially awkward as some comments suggest.

9. Romance, Birthdays, & Perfect Days: If Your Girl Went All Out ([80:22])

• Spurred by Megan Thee Stallion throwing “Clay Day” for boyfriend Klay Thompson, the hosts imagine their own ideal birthday scenarios.
• Mall is simple: a vacation with a romantic playlist, pool time, just the couple.
• Big laughs as they roast the idea of J. Cole or Lil Baby showing up to perform for Mall’s birthday:

  “If you brought out J. Cole to perform for me for my birthday, that would be the worst birthday I’ve ever had.” — Baby D ([84:08])

• The ethics and weirdness of booking celebrities for billionaire birthdays is explored.

10. Flag Football in Saudi Arabia & Athlete Ego ([91:09])

• Tom Brady and Logan Paul are discussed. Logan Paul’s brashness (“I’ve never seen Saquon Barkley do a backflip off the ropes”) toward NFL greats draws both humor and incredulity.
• The hosts dream about the Saudi’s oil-rich budgets for these events.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• On loyalty in hip-hop beefs:

  “I’m loyal to my friends. I would never pit two bad [rappers] against each other.” — Rory ([05:34])

• On not fighting on airplanes:

  “I’ve seen people get thrown off and banned from flying on any airline for less than this. …I am not going to say anything. I will be on my phone minding my business.” — Mall ([26:11])

• On Summer Walker’s meet-and-greets:

  “Why do we keep putting [Summer] in these positions? …She does not like these things.” — Baby D ([74:00])

• On Brent Faiyaz:

  “If you go through his discography… Brent has never missed… always put out a body of work that I’ve [loved], top to bottom.” — Mall ([64:24])

• On J. Cole performing at Mall’s birthday:

  “That would be the worst birthday of my life.” — Baby D ([84:08])

Timestamps for Key Sections

• Simba vs. Reason Rapper Debate: [04:35] – [05:15]
• Office Sleepovers & Office Sex Jokes: [07:04] – [10:03]
• Ass-Eating, Flexibility & Humor: [10:03] – [15:16]
• Birth Stories & Playlists: [17:31] – [21:32]
• Tony Yayo vs. Ja Rule Plane Beef: [22:12] – [33:31]
• Celebrity Flight Stories: [38:41] – [44:12]
• Kira Noir and Porn Star Encounters: [43:32] – [45:35]
• Jack Harlow / Baby Keem / Brent Faiyaz Album Talk: [47:21] – [64:52]
• Summer Walker Meet-and-Greet Debate: [67:09] – [75:10]
• Perfect Birthdays & Celebrity Performers: [80:00] – [89:09]
• Saudi Flag Football & Athlete Banter: [91:09] – [94:33]

Memorable Podcast Moments

• The “ass eating, flexibility is healthy!” segment is classic NSFW New Rory & Mal riffing ([10:03] – [15:16]).
• The group’s incredulity at the idea of fighting on an airplane is hilarious and insightful.
• Rory re-enacts (with enthusiasm) the proper etiquette of seeing a favorite porn star in public.
• Their roast of artist meet-and-greets—especially with socially awkward stars—is both humorous and a real critique of industry expectations.
• The detailed, comedic breakdowns of what makes a “perfect birthday” (and how the wrong performer could ruin it) deliver peak group chemistry.

In Summary

Episode 454 is a tapestry of hip-hop fandom, pop culture hot takes, and unfiltered friendship. Whether roasting themselves, their industry, or celebrity culture, Rory, Mall, and Baby D blend serious takes and unserious riffing. There’s respect for music, disdain for unnecessary drama, and a consistent through-line of trying (and mostly succeeding) to make each other, and their listeners, laugh.

This summary skips advertising, intros, and outros, and preserves the loose, conversational tone of the episode while attributing jokes and insights accurately to each speaker. For full episodes, listen on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.