The Mallory Bros Podcast

Ep.249 | "Sinners" Movie Deep Dive, Easter Recap, WrestleMania Talk + More!

On this week's episode of the MalloryBros. podcast, the guys start with a recap of a busy weekend. Between Easter, NBA Playoffs, Wrestlemania and Sinners, they had alot to recap. Terrell gives a slight recap of Wrestlemania and speaks to his experience watching after 15 years. They take the rest of the Podcast to Deep Dive "Sinners". [SPOILERS]They speak to everything from their movie going experience to their thoughts on Direction, Performance, Cinematography, Establishment of Power, Character Development.. The Whole 9! If you havent seen the film, definitely check it out and give this episode a listen. It's one of those "once in a while" special films that create these deep dive conversations!

Ep.248 | Filminiscing with Ryan Coogler (DEBATE), Netflix’s Balloon Popped, Luxury Lies + More!

This week on the MalloryBros Podcast, the Bros start with a weekend recap of course, then shortly after they recap Netflix’s unexpected “Balloon Pop” show BOMBING. This of course leads to a conversation on why originality is KING. Then the Bros crack open “The Luxury Lie, We Continue to Buy” which is them dissecting why we buy into lavish lifestyles and if it’s all just smoke and mirrors. This comes on the heels of the Chinese Manufactures going viral on TikTok exposing factory pricing for a lot major companies. The Bros next pay homage to Ryan Coogler and give him flowers for his KODAK video discussing film formats. They even show their own examples of film they saved from film school to add context to Ryan’s format analysis. They discuss how his behind-the-scenes approach to filmmaking continues to inspire a new wave of creators, and while Terrance appreciates Cooglers film prowess, he also challenges the strength of the FILM format’s future with young creators. We wrap up with our classic “Course of Action” which the Bros spoke and improving due to it’s past success on the podcast. This one has some serious, some slight political and pop culture takes and some laughs. Good Tuesday with the Bros!

Ep.247 | Black Men & College Gap, Ja Morant Drama, Usher’s Chaos, Zegler’s Snow White Flop + More!

On this episode of the MalloryBros. Podcast, the Bros kick things off with a weekend recap before diving headfirst into the downfall of Disney’s Snow White. They talk Rachel Zegler’s personal takes tanking the film’s nostalgia and how her comments might’ve killed the magic before the movie even dropped. Then, it’s Usher—again. The guys break down the now-viral divorce story and talk about Usher fully embracing his villain era. Is this a legacy shift or just a moment? Next up, Ja Morant catches a $75K fine from the NBA for a finger gun gesture. The Bros open up a deeper convo about how patriotism, gun culture, and Blackness are perceived differently when you step outside the hip-hop lens. From there, they talk Ice Cube’s Last Friday finally getting greenlit and what needs to happen for it to hit right in this era. They close things out with a real convo about the growing gap between Black men and women in college—what’s behind the imbalance, and what does it say about where we’re headed? It’s another loaded episode with the Bros—tune in!

Ep.246 | AI vs. Artists, Marvin Sapp Controversy, Netflix’s Balloon Stunt, Shocking Emmett Till Fact + More!

With Terrell sick with his family, this week of the MalloryBros Podcast the Bros ironically talk VIRTUALLY about the recent trend of AI Apps recreating well known Artistic styles with the simple touch of a button. They speak about how that creates tension between Original Artists and the future of technology. Which should we honor? Speed or Originality? The Bros also give thoughts on the controversial situation with Marvin Sapp and how he raises money with his church. This is a sensitive topic because it's wrapped with religion, but of course the Bros give an honest critique to the viral clip that's resurfaced this past week. Next they speak on the popular Youtube show "Pop The Balloon or Find Love"  whose creators just signed a new deal with Netflix to bring a special to Thursday nights. The Bros speak about what this means for creators and the heights that can be reached with a move like this. They also speak on if this is a good look for the culture or if some of the backlash is an overreaction. You decide. Later in the episode, Terrance speaks on an Emmitt Till fact that might actually shock you if you didn't know already, and the Bros end with a conversaton about Chris Brown's upcoming ERA's Tour and what this summer is about to look like for 2025 concerts. Of course with some "what you look like" bits in the mix, it's another week with the Boys! 

Ep.245 | Fear of What’s Next, Extortion in LA, Soft/Hard Launches, Viral Fitness Influencer + More!

On this episode of the MalloryBros. Podcast, the guys start with a recap of the week. Sunny attended her first swim class, the guys got together with family as usual. They then speak to their lives as entrepreneurs and talk about the differences in their stresses as it compares to their former lives working day jobs. They then speak to the recent shakedown of Big U and the Rolling 60’s crips on grounds of extortion and murder. The guys talk about extortion. They speak to the poor decisions of people running their mouths on these podcasts. And they highlight the cancer in the culture that is VladTV and NoJumper. Terrance asks Terrell about Soft and Hard Launches, and they speak to the viral fitness influencer that’s taken the TL by storm with a questionable daily routine.

Ep.244 | Playboi Carti’s Album, Anthony Mackie, Masculinity, Success, Generational Curses, + More!

On this episode of the MalloryBros. Podcast, the guys start with a recap of a jam packed weekend. Terrell talks Swim school, Terrance highlights Sunny's surprise party. They speak to their thoughts on Playboi Carti's album. (This was shot before we got official first week sales.) They talk records they liked and Terrance speaks to the coming reaction. They then hop into the interview Anthony Mackie did with Pivot Podcast where he made headlines for a few of his takes. The guys first speak to his stance on success being given and not earned. The guys volley their thoughts and a reasons why they actually agree. They then speak to his thoughts on Masculinity and how he's choosing to raise his boys. Though they agree with Anthony for the most part, Terrell solos to highlight the preservation of boyhood and gives his thoughts on why he feels its dangerous to put so much pressure on the shoulders of a young boy. Terrance asks Terrrell a series of Red Flag questions which leads to a niche conversation about relationships and social media. Chance and Choice makes a return and the guys speak to Gelo Ball's new song and how he look like a 2K Build. They close with another debate about an earlier talk about generational curses.

Ep.243 | Doechii’s Red Flag, Lebron/Stephen A, Heated Bronny Debate, DDG/Halle, Fatherhood + More!

On this episode of the MalloryBros. Podcast the guys start with a usual weekend recap. Terrell is getting back in to the WWE so he talks a little about his journey so far! The guys stew over the effects of daylight savings. The guys then get straight to work. Doechii made her way back to the docket with TL in a spiral over her take on “straight males” being red flags. This leads to a conversation about her winning Billboard Woman of the Year and their thoughts on that. They then call back to Lebron speaking to Stephen A Smith. They give their take on Lebrons motive, and speak to this dynamic in Fatherhood where you have to step for your kid whether appropriate or not. This leads to a Heated debate about the concept of Cockiness vs taking the Humble route. The guys debate this concept via Terrance’s examples of comparing Bronny’s attitude as the son of a great former player, to Shaduer Sanders attitude, whose of course also the son of a HOF’er, and how each is met with love and hate. They then speak to the DDG Halle situation and speak to how they would’ve handled a situation like this. They wrap the episode with the return of Chance and Choice.

Ep.242 | $30 Lunch, Keeping Films In Theaters, Halle Berry, Shrek Teaser, Face of the League, + More

On this episode of the MalloryBros. Podcast the guys start with a usual weekend recap. They recap their thoughts on the Tank Davis fight vs a Hometown opponent in Lamont Roach. The guys speak to rooting for and against Tank. They then play ball with the $30 Lunch topic. This was a fun convo. They then speak to Sean Baker’s Oscar acceptance speech regarding film and getting people back in seats. This leads to a conversation about what it takes for the box office to thrive and the inevitable threat of the digital space. They speak to the moment between Adrien Brody and Halle Berry on the red carpet and speak to the dynamic of actor actress relationships as it relates to intimacy vs “the art”. The Shrek 5 teaser caused some controversy, as covered by Terrance on Patreon, the guys speak to the new design as well as the role nostalgia plays in a franchise 20+ years old, and Terrance gives his idea on the plot. They speak to the “Face of the League” conversation and talk about Lebron’s tweets, retired players, and the trend of edgy takes and how engagement framing is a silent culprit in how the entertainment industry critiques everything in a post pandemic twitter era.

Ep.241 | Rihanna Pumpfaking?, Doechii Debate, Timothee Chalamet’s Speech, Course of Action + More!

On this episode of the MalloryBros. Podcast the guys start with a light weekend recap. They quickly move to a conversation they were having off cam about the things you see and don’t see in your dreams. They then speak to Asap Rocky beating his case. This leads to a conversation about Rihanna’s most recent comments about working on music. The guys have a conversation about pumpfaking and the effects of nostalgia on entertainment as a whole. Terrance asks Terrell about the recent talk of Doechii’s identity as people have pointed out that she sounds very “inspired” by certain artists. This leads to a good debate about artists inspiration vs biting, the never ending comparison of older artists that won’t retire, and more. They then speak to Timothee Chalamet’s SAG Award speech and applaud the hunger he has for greatness. The Bros Being film majors created a good conversation about “Timmy C” as they call him and how he compares to the greats. They finish with a great Course of Action segment.

Ep. 240 | Valentines Recap, ALLSTAR Weekend, Maya Hawke Social Media, Real R&B or Loser? + more!

This week of the MalloryBros Podcast the bros start with a Valentines Day recap of the festivities and Terrance's great AllStar Hosting event with friends. They have a conversation on the NBA AllStar Weekends fall off and they off changes that should be made to the events. They speak on Maya Hawkes comments about Social Media and Casting, the 7th Anniversary of Nipsey Hussle's Victory Lap, and Terrell follow's with a list of things we no longer do because of Social Media. They finish with a heated conversation about the Jacob Lattimore situation where he was singing to his Ex lover in a rendition of Chris Brown's "Residuals". The bros clash all the way to the very end.