New Rory & MAL, Episode 474 | "Boom, Mind You…" (March 31, 2026)

Hosts: Rory, Mall, Damaris, featuring Baby D

Episode Overview

In this engaging, laughter-filled episode, the New Rory & MAL crew reunites with the return of Baby D, setting a lively tone from the jump. The essence of the episode is playful banter, reflections on club nights, honest takes on new hip-hop releases, hilarious debates about attraction and dating, and relatable (if outlandish) group conversations about news and pop culture. The team also offers thoughtful commentary on music industry topics and provides their signature blend of jokes, nostalgia, and moments of earnestness.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Baby D Returns: Catching Up & Houston Tales

Timestamps: [03:09] - [14:42]

• Baby D’s Reintroduction: Mall jokingly welcomes her back, remarking on her weight and adventures.
  • “Oh, she got. She done got thick. Thick out there.” – Mall [03:43]
• Houston Recap: Baby D shares her escapades, shoutouts to Texas, strip clubs, “Burgers and Bottles” events, falling in love with a stripper, and too much drinking leading to an Uber scare.
  • “I had a bad experience...I was incoherent in an Uber.” – Baby D [14:31]
• Safety Lessons: Group discusses drinking responsibly, the importance of checking on friends, and Uber safety.
  • “Somebody got to be responsible around here.” – Mall [15:42]

2. Feet, Subscriptions & Social Media Hustles

Timestamps: [06:07] - [14:15]

• Mall’s 'Feet' Preference: Extended, playful jokes about attraction turn to foot fetishes and OnlyFans-style hustle.
  • Mall admits, “A lot of good toes. Lot of good toes.” [07:04]
  • Damaris cracks, “If there are women out there paying for men feet and ass picks, lock them up…” [11:00]
• Subscription Content: Baby D and Damaris explain the nuances of IG subscriptions vs. explicit content, demonetization, and what sells online.
  • “You gotta pay for that one.” – Baby D [09:28]

3. March Madness Madness & Office Gender Dynamics

Timestamps: [13:05] - [17:57]

• Brackets Busted: They joke about losing bets on NCAA March Madness games and the pain of ruined brackets.
  • “[Rory] hit me and was like, damn, your flight canceled and your bracket ass. I was so mad.” – Baby D [13:05]
• Changes in the Office: Baby D’s absence leads to a 'boys club' at work; nostalgia for previous dynamics.
  • “I was bored to death without.” – Baby D [13:00]

4. Club Stories: 'Baby D Challenge', Sleepy Tales & Rooftop Yoga

Timestamps: [17:02] - [20:29]

• Yoga Mat Sleep Challenge: Baby D’s viral moment of falling asleep on a rooftop yoga mat spawns the “Baby D Challenge.”
  • “The prettiest girls be the most insecure.” – Baby D [43:04]
• Group Brainstorm: Imagining viral trends and poking fun at private FaceTime rituals.

5. Transparency vs. Bravado in Hip-Hop: J. Cole, The GOAT Debate & Honest Rap

Timestamps: [30:27] - [43:40]

• J. Cole’s Interviews: Baby D, as the self-appointed “Senior Cole Analyst,” weighs in on Cole’s introspective comments about greatness, humility, and peer comparison.
  • “He’s always been transparent...if he’s standing on how he felt...all respect to him.” – Baby D [31:00]
  • “A lot of rap. Rap is based on lies.” – Baby D [31:58]
• Peer Self-Perception: Lively debate ensues about whether Drake, Kendrick, others think they’re greater than Jay-Z or Nas.
  • “Them rappers do not think that they’re better than Jay Z, bro.” – Baby D [39:52]
• Ego and Realism: Acknowledging the balance between needed bravado and healthy self-awareness in music.

6. New Music: Kanye’s 'Bully', Fetty Wap’s Comeback, Jozzy & the Unreleased Stove God Album

Timestamps: [39:15] - [64:01]

• Kanye West’s 'Bully': Mixed reactions; general praise for production but reservations about personal controversies.
  • “You think he's the greatest producer of all time?” – Mall [44:10]
  • “Kanye has not lost a single step in his production value whatsoever.” – Damaris [46:23]
• Artist Hypocrisy & Morality: The hosts discuss separating art from the artist's actions.
  • “He said some horrible things…But you just said them. You didn’t do it.” – Damaris [45:24]
• Fetty Wap’s Resurgence: Praise for Fetty’s unexpected growth and willingness to experiment post-incarceration.
  • “I was not expecting Fetty Wap to sound like this.” – Mall [51:19]
• Jozzy’s New Project: Damaris recommends the vibe, noting how Jozzy’s shift from toxic content to smoother R&B hits differently.
• Stove God & Swizz Delays: Industry drama discussed as delays due to contractual snag frustrate fans and artists alike.
  • “I hate when the business gets in the way of the music and the art.” – Mall [61:05]

7. Yeet’s Stardom & Generational Divide in Hip-Hop

Timestamps: [64:01] - [67:27]

• Yeet’s Album and Appeal: The hosts admit their initial skepticism but acknowledge Yeet’s massive popularity and generational shift.
  • “I did not know he was like that.” – Mall [64:25]
  • “At least I can understand him. Small wins for old people.” – Damaris [66:20]
• Not for Everyone: Ryan, representing Gen Z, is not a fan; insights into how some new artists simply aren’t “for” every demo.

8. Female Rappers & Life Changes: Latto, Megan Thee Stallion, & Maturity

Timestamps: [69:36] - [72:57]

• Latto’s Pregnancy: Congratulations, with reflections on how this alters her music, image, and “Big Mama no kids” ethos.
  • “She always had a man. She go, mommy and mommy and mommy and mommy and my man.” – Baby D [70:13]
• Meg’s Domestic Side: Playful commentary on how Megan Thee Stallion has shifted from “twerk queen” to family woman.
• The Realities of Female Rappers’ Growth: Discussion on fans’ reactions when rappers’ life stages change.

9. Cam Newton, Dating, and Comedic Chemistry

Timestamps: [77:23] - [92:44]

• Cam Newton and Angela Simmons: The crew jokes about Cam’s interviews, miscommunications, and memorable dating moments, complete with physical comedy (patting himself on the back).
  • “Why do all women just go on Cam's podcast? It's like a humiliating. A humiliation ritual for him at this point.” – Baby D [79:17]
• Dating, Laughter, and Attraction:
  • Debates ensue about what makes someone attractive (funny vs. hot, material vs. improvising), why being laughed “out your drawers” is real, and “first date routines.”
  • “Yo, stealing jokes from your homeboy is crazy.” – Mall [84:46]
• Sexual Chemistry & Standards: Hilarious (and occasionally wild) confessions about sexual attraction, “funny head,” plus weight and attractiveness banter.
  • “Hunger is hunger, man. Wait, what's fat?” – Damaris [89:23]
  • “I ain't never had whack head from a fat girl.” – Mall [89:27]

10. 'Train' (Threesome) Talk, Double Standards, and Relationships on Stage

Timestamps: [93:04] - [105:53]

• Wild Fantasies and Double Standards: Explicit banter about threesomes, attraction, and why double standards persist in dating/sex scenarios.
• The Chris Brown “Stage Pass” Test: The group considers whether it’s a make-or-break if your partner goes on stage to flirt/dance with a superstar—most guys would dip!
  • “If she go up there with...I would never stop. If I'm in a relationship and my girl wants to go on, that's part of Chris Brown's set...I understand now. That is no longer my girl. And I'm going to leave by myself.” – Damaris [102:00]

11. Listener Voicemail: The ‘Should I Tell Her?’ Dilemma

Timestamps: [105:55] - [108:26]

• Friend’s Boyfriend on Sex Offender Registry: Listener asks if they should tell a friend about her boyfriend being on a sex offender registry.
  • “Of course you tell her. And how to tell her is, ‘Hey, the guy you're dating has sex abuse charges.’” – Damaris [107:11]
  • More discussion on the nuances (e.g., peeing in public, intention/context), ending with a moral: always err on the side of transparency and safety.

12. Home Stretch: Serial Killers, Safety, and Podcast Community

Timestamps: [108:42] - end

• References to Cameron’s infamous 60 Minutes stance on ‘snitching’, real-life neighbor stories (The Son of Sam), and ending on a celebratory note: Baby D is welcomed back, and the crew anticipates future events together.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Rap Confidence:
  • “A lot of rap. Rap is based on lies.” – Baby D [31:58]
• On Being a Responsible Friend:
  • “Somebody got to be responsible around here.” – Mall [15:42]
• On the Music Industry:
  • “I hate when the business gets in the way of the music and the art.” – Mall [61:05]
• On Honest Attraction:
  • “If she's not...I don't. I'm not physically or sexually attracted to her...I ain't going to lie, man.” – Mall [89:04]
• On Relationship Boundaries:
  • “If that's your journey, that's your journey. My journey is by myself in this car, leaving.” – Damaris [101:58]
• On Telling Friends Hard Truths:
  • “Of course you tell her. And how to tell her is, ‘Hey, the guy you're dating has sex abuse charges.’” – Damaris [107:11]

Segment Timestamps Quick Reference

• [03:09] Baby D returns; Houston stories begin
• [06:07] Feet/OnlyFans/jokes about paid foot pics
• [13:05] March Madness office banter
• [17:02] “Baby D Challenge” sleeping story
• [30:27] J. Cole’s honesty and GOAT debate
• [39:15] Kanye’s 'Bully', industry reactions
• [51:00] Fetty Wap album review
• [54:11] Jozzy’s R&B project recommendation
• [57:33] Stove God & Swizz album drama
• [64:01] Yeet’s album/generational divide
• [69:36] Latto’s pregnancy, Meg’s domestic shift
• [77:23] Cam Newton/Angela Simmons dating story
• [83:47] Dating, laughter, sexual chemistry debates
• [93:04] Threesome/double standard conversation
• [101:58] Relationship boundaries (Chris Brown ‘test’)
• [105:55] Listener voicemail: Sex Offender Registry
• [108:42] Serial killer neighbor anecdotes, closing banter

Closing Tone

The episode’s energy is a blend of wild, unfiltered comedic riffing with an undercurrent of camaraderie, honesty, and cultural insight. The hosts’ banter is irreverent yet relatable, often crossing into raw territory but always circling back to genuine perspectives about music, relationships, and modern life.

For listeners seeking highlights:

• Baby D’s Houston misadventures [03:09–14:42]
• The J. Cole humility debate [30:27–43:40]
• Group confessional on dating, attraction, and “getting laughed out your drawers” [77:44–92:44]
• Reviews of new albums from Kanye (“Bully”), Fetty Wap, and insights into potential classics (Stove God & Swizz) [39:15–64:01]

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A must-listen for fans wanting both comedic relief and authentic hip-hop/pop-culture commentary.