EP11: WE ARE BACK! Why We Took Time Off/ What We've Been Up To/ Looking Forward to 2026
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We're Back! In our Season 2 premiere Ayati and The Black Thumb take their show on the road and get caught up on what's been going on since their last episode released in August 2025. They also discuss what they are looking forward to in 2026 while they hike the Oak, Yucca Ridge, Mountain Goat, Bobcat Meadow, and Santiago Creek trail in Orange, CA. Enjoy! #StayCasual
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EP10: Red Dress Run NOLA Reactions- A Discussion About Black Masculinity and Sexuality
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Ayati and The Black Thumb are back in episode 10 where they give their thoughts on life, food, entertainment, music, sports, fashion and so much more. In episode 10, Ayati & The Black Thumb catch up on what’s been happening with them since the last episode. Ayati talks about rescuing 3 new frogs as well as being featured in UC Irvine's Sage Scholars Alumni Magazine. The Black Thumb celebrates 6 years of marriage. They spend the bulk of the episode giving their reactions to all the chatter around the recent Red Dress Run in New Orleans, LA where Black Men were spotted wearing red...
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EP9: Love Island USA Season 7 Recap & Reactions/ Ayati Goes Back To Work
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Ayati and The Black Thumb are back in episode 9 where they will give their thoughts on life, food, entertainment, music, sports, fashion and so much more. In episode 9, Ayati & The Black Thumb catch up on what’s been happening with them since the last episode. Ayati shares his thoughts on returning to work after having to take a leave of absence. They finish up the episode discussing all things Love Island USA season 7. Enjoy! #StayCasual
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EP8: Oxtail Sushi Review/ Juneteenth Black Man Hike Recap/ Why Mental Health Matters/ Religion and Mental Health
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Ayati and The Black Thumb are back in episode 8 where they will give their thoughts on life, food, entertainment, music, sports, fashion and so much more. In episode 8, Ayati & The Black Thumb catch up on the highlights of their week, but not before they give a review of their new creation, Oxtail Sushi. After reviewing their own culinary creation, they catch up on their experience at the Black Men Hike LA Juneteenth hike and celebration. They talk about what the Juneteenth holiday means to them. They finish up the episode celebrating Men's Mental Health Month by sharing personal...
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EP7: Who's Saying The N-word These Days/Target DEI Boycott/ YG Hollywood Song Review/ Frog Hunting in LA/ Pottery Class Review
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Ayati and The Black Thumb are back in episode 7 where they will give their thoughts on life, food, entertainment, music, sports, fashion, and so much more. In episode 7, Ayati & The Black Thumb catch up on the highlights of their week (Ayati found a frog in the wild/The Black Thumb takes a pottery class). They give their reaction/review of the new hit song "Hollywood" by YG and Shoreline Mafia. They also have a candid conversation about the N-word and share personal experiences. They finish up the episode discussing the Target DEI boycott and come clean if they have shopped at...
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EP6: Kendrick SZA LA Concert Recap/ Netflix Forever Reaction/ Donut Tasting Review/ Black Man Hike Recap/ Reading vs. Audiobook
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Ayati and The Black Thumb are back in episode 6 where they will give reactions to trending news, entertainment, music, sports, politics, and so much more. In episode 6, Ayati & The Black Thumb give their first food review and do a donut tasting from Super Donuts in Long Beach, CA. Ayati brings another Random Love Show Report with his review and recap of the hit show "Forever" on Netflix. They also catch up from the previous week. Ayati discussed the impact of his most recent Black Men Hike LA camping trip. The Black Thumb shared his experience going to Kendrick Lamar and SZA concert...
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EP5: Death of The Diddy Update/Met Gala Fit Reactions/Lakers & Clippers Update/Pop The Balloon Reactions/More Hiking Reviews/Why Don't Men Say Bye
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Ayati and The Black Thumb are back in episode 5 where they will give reactions to trending news, entertainment, music, sports, politics, and so much more. In episode 5, Ayati & The Black Thumb discuss Diddy for the last time and explain why. They also give their reactions to some of the best and brightest fits at the recent Met Gala. The Black Thumb introduces a new segment centered around sports. Plus Ayati has another Random Love Show Report and Being Black Outside is Wild segment where he gives his reaction to the latest Pop the Balloon or Find Love episode and tells a...
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EP4: Diddy Prepares for Trial/ Trump's Tariffs/ Kilmar Abrego Garcia's Illegal Deportation/Sinner's Movie Review/Pop The Balloon Live Reactions/Best Plants to Propagate/Good Vibes Report
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Ayati and The Black Thumb are back in episode 4 where they will give reactions to trending news, entertainment, music, sports, politics, and so much more. In episode 4, Ayati & The Black Thumb discuss the latest Diddy news, give their thoughts on Trump’s tariffs and the recent wave of deportations including reactions to the illegal deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Plus Ayati has another Random Love Show Report and Being Black Outside is Wild segment where he gives his reaction to the latest Pop the Balloon or Find Love episode and gives his review of the new Sinners...
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EP3: Ayati's Book Release/Diddy Update/Southern University Hazing Reaction/Skims Nike Collab Reaction/PopThe Ballon or Find Love Recap/Coulda Been Love Recap/Being Black Outside Is Wild
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Ayati and The Black Thumb are back in episode 2 where they will give reactions to trending news, entertainment, music, sports, politics, and so much more. In episode 3, Ayati & The Black Thumb Celebrate Ayati’s debut book release (see link below for book details), discuss the latest Diddy news, give their thoughts on the hazing tragedy at Southern University, and discuss the upcoming Nike/Skims collab. They also debut a new segment called “Is it Trauma or is it Funny” plus Ayati gives his reaction to Pop the Balloon or Find Love episode 46 and Coulda Been Luv with...
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EP2: Diddy Update/ Luigi Update/ Ayati Rants/ Dating Reality Show Reactions/ Black Outside/Plant Corner/Good Vibes Report
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Ayati and The Black Thumb are back in episode 2 where they will give reactions to trending news, entertainment, music, sports, politics, and so much more. In episode 2, Ayati & The Black Thumb discuss the recent Diddy and Luigi news and Ayati gives his thoughts on the current state of our Federal government. Ayati and The Black Thumb also introduce new segments centered around dating reality TV shows, being Black outside, their shared love for plants, and finish up the episode delivering some good news. Enjoy! #StayCasual
info_outlineAlright folks! It’s that time of year when your favorite NBA superstars start unveiling the latest edition of their signature shoe lines and we have thoughts and opinions. So buckle up, this is a long one even for us, but it’s so good! Cue this one up in bite size pieces, save it for a road-trip/flight, or listen all the way through like a real one.
In episode 11, Ayati and The Black Thumb start the episode sharing their early NBA playoff impressions. In particular, they give their take on how the LA Clippers and LA Lakers are performing thus far and give a vibe check of what’s to come for their respective teams.
In the second part of this episode, Ayati and The Black Thumb give their ratings and reactions to the signature shoes of players currently playing in the NBA playoffs and go down plenty of rabbit holes that will keep you laughing and provoke some thought around the NBA shoe game. Enjoy! #StayCasual