S2E1: Lebron & Bronny/ NBA pre-season PICKS/ Signature Shoe REACTIONS/ NBA City Edition Jersey REACTIONS
Release Date: 10/24/2024
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_outlineAyati and The Black Thumb are back for the Season 2 premiere! In this season, they will continue to provide the casual NBA fan perspective while expanding their horizons to cover wide ranging topics centered around culture, music, fashion, & drama.
In episode one, Ayati and The Black Thumb discuss the biggest things they are excited about for the 2024-2025 NBA season. They also give their picks for the Eastern/Western Conference Champs and MVP. Ayati and The Black Thumb finish up episode one giving their reaction to the latest signature shoes of NBA stars and giving their reactions to all the new NBA city edition jerseys. See episode table of contents below to jump around to your favorite topics. Enjoy! #StayCasual
Table of Contents: -Intro 0:00
1st Quarter: What we are looking forward to this NBA season 1:25
-Ayati is excited about LeBron & Bronny sharing the court 2:00
-The Black Thumb gives a quick shout out 3:58
-The Black Thumb will be rooting tough for the Portland Trail Blazers 5:07
-The Black Thumb is excited about who is going to take the “Face of the NBA” title 6:27
2nd Quarter: 2024-2025 NBA Season Picks/Projections 7:30
-Eastern Conference champ picks 8:05
-Western Conference champ picks 10:21
-1st Half Timeout: MVP picks & a quick word on Anthony Edwards 14:30
3rd Quarter: Latest Signature Shoe Reactions 18:16
-LeBron James 19:00
-Kevin Durant 20:14
-Ja Morant 21:31
-Jayson Tatum 23:25
-Steph Curry 24:50
-Kyrie Irving 26:09
-Scoot Henderson 27:12
-Lamelo Ball 28:17
-Jaylen Brown 28:51
-De’aaron Fox 31:16
-Kyrie Irving Lifestyle shoe 32:05
-Lamelo Ball Lifestyle shoe 33:19
-LeBron James Cross Training shoe 33:54
4th Quarter: 2024-2025 NBA City Edition Jersey Reactions 35:25
-Toronto Raptors 35:57
-Houston Rockets 36:08
-Detroit Pistons 36:17
-San Antonio Spurs 36:49
-Phoenix Suns 37:10
-Washington Wizards 37:15
-Utah Jazz 37:30
-Memphis Grizzlies 38:18
-Golden State Warriors 38:23
-Sacramento Kings 38:30
-Charlotte Hornets 38:41
-Indiana Pacers 38:58
-Portland Trailblazers 39:16
-Cleveland Cavaliers 39:30
-Atlanta Hawks 39:50
-Philadelphia 76ers 39:58
-Dallas Mavericks 40:05
-Minnesota Timberwolves 40:13
-New Orleans Pelicans 40:30
-Brooklyn Nets 41:06
-Denver Nuggets 41:24
-Milwaukee Bucks 41:37
-Orlando Magic 41:48
-Los Angeles Clippers 41:57
-Chicago Bulls 42:09
-Boston Celtics 42:25
-Los Angeles Lakers 42:37
-New York Knicks 43:05
-Oklahoma City Thunder 43:38
-Miami Heat 44:09
-Our big takeaway from the city edition jerseys 44:25