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. Amanda Bynes joins the world of OnlyFans just for the purpose of "chatting" with her fans. Do we believe her? Mal asks Demaris about Tracee Ellis Ross' take on "t…

This week, Rory trips and skins his knee after a show and Dumb John does Mrs. Jun things in the city. We are beyond psyched that Mr. G is coming back and the 20th anniversary edition of The Emancipation Of Mimi is upon us. Plus, Hacks, Coachella, and John falls into a volcano. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames…

Buried hope now breathes again.If you're in the resident congregation, turn off your electronic devices and put them away. Let this be a place where you aren't distracted by the world.Welcome ToBARAH MINISTRIESRory ClarkPastor-TeacherGood Morning!for full notes: http://www.barahministries.com/index.php?proc=lsn&sf=v&tid=1922…

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackIn this Reboot Republic podcast Rory talks with economist and author of ‘Vulture Capitalism: How to Survive in an Age of Corporate Greed,' Grace Blakeley. We discuss what is going to happen to the economy under Trumpism, the isolation and alienation in our societies, and what can we do in the face of this …

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.Por iHeartPodcasts and The Volume

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 (20:07). Rory and Mal speculate theories behind Nas' beat selection (44:16). Mecca lets us in on what's really going down with Math Hoffa and "Our Expert Opinion" …

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 s…

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 o…

From the heart, with no receipt.If you're in the resident congregation turn off your electronic devices and put them away. Let this be a place where you aren't distracted by the world.Welcome ToBARAH MINISTRIESRory ClarkPastor-TeacherGood Morning!for full notes: http://www.barahministries.com/index.php?proc=lsn&sf=v&tid=1920…

Right off the bat Rory expresses his concern for Justin Bieber and wonders if we should care about the artists we listen to (2:09)? Rory takes issue with an Tweet claiming 4 south rappers on Mixtape Mount Rushmore (16:07). Zion Williamson's baby mama (or should we stay "stalker"?) is in trouble with the law after getting physical with his new lover…

This week, Mrs. Jun returns live in the studio and proves to be a weenie and the biggest fruit of all. John gets scared on the plane and cries again while Rory thinks turbulence is kinda fun. Plus, The White Lotus and Rory is “stoned on the plane watching Oz!” Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Jun: @johnr…

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 #volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Reboot Republic, Rory is joined by the always brilliant Soairse McHugh for a chat about all things despondent and rise in popularity of things that we thought had been settled back in the 1930’s…The Grace Blakeley podcast is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-125909419Dona…

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 to…

Your way, Yahweh!If you're in the resident congregation, turn off your electronic devices and put them away. Let this be a place where you aren't distracted by the world.Welcome ToBARAH MINISTRIESRory ClarkPastor-TeacherGood Morning!Welcome to...for full notes: http://www.barahministries.com/index.php?proc=lsn&sf=v&tid=1918…

This week, one of our favorite people in the world — KARINA — returns for some birthday bubbly and podcast laugheroos. Karina accompanies Rory to a stand-up show where he has to do a little crowd control. Plus, why millennials are the hottest. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames…

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 lea…

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 Manning See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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 Offs…

This week, Rory signs his distribution deal for his comedy special, catches norovirus, and spends a week in Detroit! Plus, fresh thoughts on The White Lotus and Wicked! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjamesPor Rory James

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackIn this Reboot Republic, Rory is joined by producer Tony Groves to talk the continuing fallout from the Lowry Lackeys, the Ceann Comhairle's role, the ESRI housing report and then take your (frankly excellent) questions.The Mexican 'Extermination Camps' podcast is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts…

Kindness is worth its weight in gold.If you're in the resident congregation, turn off your electronic devices and put them away. Let this be a place where you aren't distracted by the world.Welcome ToBARAH MINISTRIESRory ClarkPastor-TeacherGood Morning!for full notes: http://www.barahministries.com/index.php?proc=lsn&sf=v&tid=1916…

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 comple…

On this episode of Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball, the guys are joined by 12x gold medalist and Track & Field legend, Michael Johnson. Rory and Mal get into the 1996 Olympics, the story behind the gold spikes, and about the time Michael met 2-Pac in a club. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackIn this Reboot Republic, Rory is joined by UCD's Dr Michael Byrne (his substack:https://theweekinhousing.substack.com/ is a weekly must read) to discuss the hybrid-housing market that we have and why Mick feels that the Left are losing in their messaging around housing. A great conversation.Support Dignity…

And we’re back! After Rory gets lost in “Worst Take Inception”, we celebrate Baby D’s birthday. Mal’s giving her next Monday off, but what will it take for her to spend an extra day in Houston? Then, in honor of her birthday, Baby D tests her friendship with the guys with a trivia game of “Do you Know Baby D?”. Ashton Hall’s viral “morning routine”…

Liberty should never insult others.If you're in the resident congregation, turn off your electronic devices and put them away. Let this be a place where you aren't distracted by the world.Welcome ToBARAH MINISTRIESRory ClarkPastor-TeacherGood Morning!for full notes: http://www.barahministries.com/index.php?proc=lsn&sf=v&tid=1914…

TGIF! After a quick chat about our week - Rory has a StoveGod update - we discuss the drama currently going on with Jess Hilarious and The Breakfast Club (8:50). Kanye West has leaked part of his ‘Bully’ album (40:38), and the guys have honest opinions about the music. The ‘No Jumper’ brand has its name attached to a gang related RICO case, and Ror…

This week, hilarious comedian Mitchell Lamar stops by and we reminisce about coming up in comedy together. From terrible sets in the early days to taping a special and recording an audiobook… and why it’s not a compliment to be called the Diddy of comedy. Plus, the story behind Mitchell’s infamous red jacket. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcite…

On this episode of "Don't Know Ball" the guys are joined by ESPN Basketball Analyst, Host, and Reporter, Andraya Carter. Rory and Mal discuss T.I's influence on ATL hip-hop, give props to Andraya for recognizing Crime Mob, get Andraya's predictions for Women's College Basketball March Madness, and discuss how Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese helped gr…

Happy Tuesday to our new listeners and our true listeners. We’re back after a fun-filled weekend. Demaris & Rory were outside engaging in grown up degeneracy - Freddie Gibbs and well curated cocktails, and planning for their vacation next week (5:37). Meanwhile, Playboi Carti was busy proving them wrong about his superstar status after his highly-a…

All for one and one for all.If you're in the resident congregation, turn off your electronic devices and put them away. Let this be a place where you aren't distracted by the world.Welcome ToBARAH MINISTRIESRory ClarkPastor-TeacherGood Morning!for full notes: http://www.barahministries.com/index.php?proc=lsn&sf=v&tid=1912…

Breaking: Rory is getting killed by the internet for his Doechii take (and some would say rightfully so). His lawyers have drafted an apology and we challenged him to read it aloud (8:28). Meanwhile in R&B, Eric Bellinger has a bold claim - ‘Full Moon’ x Brandy is the greatest R&B album of all time (24:04). We attempt to debunk this, and surprise o…

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackIn this Reboot Republic, Rory sits down with Exec Dir at Progress Ireland to discuss the (newish) think tanks goals and values, Seán's view that growth is essential and the reaction to their suggestion that small homes should be added to back gardens in an attempt to alleviate some of the housing supply sh…

This week, pod favorite Matt Palmer stops by to explain why he’s selling his Beyonce tickets and rave about the latest Lady Gaga album. Plus, nudity on The White Lotus, Selena Gomez, and what Ariana has done so right! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Matt: @MattPalmerMusic…

On this episode of "Don't Know Ball" the guys are joined by NBA Hall of Famer, Tim Hardaway. Rory and Mal get a feel for what it was like playing in the Bay Area during the hyphy movement, his battles with the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, the difference between Run TMC and Steph Curry's Warriors, and more! #volume See omnystudio.com/li…

Top of the top! Mal was outside this weekend, and tells his story of why that is such a rare occurrence. Lebron James wanted SMOKE over his legacy - and we discuss whether he was in the right or not, as well as what our boundaries are when it comes to critiques of our loved ones. Doechii went on ‘Hot Ones’ with her DJ and caused quite a stir with o…

Cleared For Wake-Up If you're in the resident congregation, turn off your electronic devices and put them away. Let this be a place where you aren't distracted by the world.Welcome ToBARAH MINISTRIESRory ClarkPastor-TeacherGood Morning!Welcome to...for full notes: http://www.barahministries.com/index.php?proc=lsn&sf=v&tid=1910…

Hi you guys, it’s Madeline! This week John needs to get put down at the vet and gets mistaken for a Thai ladyboy.. Conan crushes the Oscars and Rory comes clean about his crush on Benson Boone. Plus, mysterious celebrity deaths! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjamesPor Rory James

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackIn this Reboot Republic episode Rory is joined by guest co-host and Head of Social Justice and Policy at SVP, Louise Bayliss, for a discussion about the latest developments (or disappointments) in our politics, the widening poverty gap, the impact of the housing crisis on other parts of our society and the…

This week has been super busy, and the gang has been outside! We quickly run through their week’s activities (sort of) and then get into Casey Anthony and her attempted OJ-esque rebrand (19:00) . Rappers are turning into actors at an alarming rate, so of course we have to give our top 5 of the greatest to touch both a pen and the big screen (29:10)…

On this episode of "Rory and Mal Don't Know Ball" the guys are joined by Seattle Storm Guard Lexie Brown. Rory and Mal get Lexie's take on growing up with parents bumpin' Christian music, if she's really feelin' Gelo's song "Tweaker", and promise to hit up the Backstreet Boys residency in Las Vegas #volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

Fresh off the epic Rory vs Demaris Pusha T Bars Battle, we get back on the mic to crown an official winner. Tank Davis and Lamont Roach fought to a draw Saturday Night in Brooklyn which got us thinking about the times we've gotten hit in the face. Mal tells us the story behind the nickname "Space Cakes", and about the time he told Halle Berry he'd …

Let grace set the pace.If you're in the resident congregation, turn off your electronic devices and put them away. Let this be a place where you aren't distracted by the world.Welcome ToBARAH MINISTRIESRory ClarkPastor-TeacherGood Morning!for full notes: http://www.barahministries.com/index.php?proc=lsn&sf=v&tid=1908…