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OK, Bet!
by Ayati & The Black Thumb
Ok, Bet is the podcast for casual humans who want the news without the noise. We keep people in the know with bite-sized takes on trending topics—served with a side of humor and good vibes
Episodes
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EP12: The Black Thumb is Featured in The Smithsonian! He Reflects on this Accomplishment
What's good folks! In Ep 12 Ayati and The Black Thumb are live from Washington, DC where they are celebrating The Black Thumb being featured in The National Museum of African American History and Culture for his work with orchids. The Black Thumb reflects on the significance of this milestone and...
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EP11: WE ARE BACK! Why We Took Time Off/ What We've Been Up To/ Looking Forward to 2026
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,...
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EP10: Red Dress Run NOLA Reactions- A Discussion About Black Masculinity and Sexuality
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…
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EP9: Love Island USA Season 7 Recap & Reactions/ Ayati Goes Back To Work
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…
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EP8: Oxtail Sushi Review/ Juneteenth Black Man Hike Recap/ Why Mental Health Matters/ Religion and Mental Health
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…
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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
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…
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EP6: Kendrick SZA LA Concert Recap/ Netflix Forever Reaction/ Donut Tasting Review/ Black Man Hike Recap/ Reading vs. Audiobook
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...
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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
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...
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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
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…
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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
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,...
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EP2: Diddy Update/ Luigi Update/ Ayati Rants/ Dating Reality Show Reactions/ Black Outside/Plant Corner/Good Vibes Report
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...
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EP1: Kendrick Super Bowl REACTION/Kendrick Sweeps The Grammys/ Beyonce Wins Album of the Year at Grammys/ Diddy Update/ Trump's America
Welcome to OK, Bet podcast! The podcast for the casual human. Ayati and The Black Thumb are back to launch a new era where they will give reactions to trending news, entertainment, music, sports, politics, and so much more. In episode 1, Ayati & The Black Thumb highlight some of the biggest...
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S2E5: Diddy Update/ Luigi Update/ Beyoncé Bowl Reactions/ 1 Year Anniversary Celebration
Ayati and The Black Thumb are back for episode 5 where they 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 5, Ayati & The Black Thumb react to the latest P. Diddy news.…
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S2E4: Kendrick Lamar GNX Reactions/ Diddy Denied Bail AGAIN/ Trump's Pending Cupboard (Cabinet)/ The Met Gala Goes Black
Ayati and The Black Thumb are back for episode 4 where they 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 4, Ayati & The Black Thumb react to Kendrick Lamar's new album...
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S2E3: Diddy's Freak Off Deep Dive/ Trump Elected President Reaction/ Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Reaction/ Let's Talk About Plants
Ayati and The Black Thumb are back for episode 3 where they 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 3, Ayati & The Black Thumb discuss the latest P. Diddy news, give...
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S2E2: Diddy Grasping at Straws/ Young Thug Released From Jail/ Presidential Election Reactions/ Early NBA Headlines
Ayati and The Black Thumb are back for episode 2 where they 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 2, Ayati & The Black Thumb discuss the latest P. Diddy news, give...
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S2E1: Lebron & Bronny/ NBA pre-season PICKS/ Signature Shoe REACTIONS/ NBA City Edition Jersey REACTIONS
Ayati 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…
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DIDDY in court/ Beyoncé CMA snub/Sir Davis REVIEW/ Elon's We, Robot REACTION/ Cardi B & Offset DRAMA
Ayati and The Black Thumb are back for the off-season finale! In this limited series, they expand their horizons and cover wide ranging topics centered around culture, music, fashion, & drama. Plus they will throw in some basketball from time to time as well. In the final off-season episode…
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Tyreek Hill DETAINED/ Kamala & Trump DEBATE/ Kendrick gets SUPER BOWL/ Diddy $100M Case
Ayati and The Black Thumb are back for another off-season episode! In this limited series, they will expand their horizons and cover wide ranging trending topics centered around culture, music, fashion, & drama. Plus they will throw in some basketball from time to time as well. In the third...
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Reasonable Doubt REACTION/ Love Island USA REACTION/ Pop the Balloon show is WILD/ Tyrese Pops Off
Ayati and The Black Thumb are back for another off-season episode! In this limited series, they will expand their horizons and cover wide ranging trending topics centered around culture, music, fashion, & drama. Plus they will throw in some basketball from time to time as well. In the second...
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Yung Miami talks Diddy/ Taylor Swift Concert Cancelled/ Travis Scott arrested in Paris/ Kamala vs. Trump
Welcome to the off-season! In this limited series of episodes Ayati and The Black Thumb will expand their horizons and cover wide ranging trending topics centered around culture, music, fashion, & drama. Plus they will throw in some basketball from time to time as well. In the first off-season...
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2024 NBA Season Recap + Ken & Friends
What's good folks! Y'all made it to the Season 1 finale! In episode 13, Ayati and The Black Thumb play around with the show format and treat the show like an NBA game. They even have timeouts they can use! Over the course of the episode, Ayati and The Black Thumb discuss topics like the Celtics...
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Interlude 2: Bronny & His Daddy
DISCLAIMER: This conversation was originally recorded during a pre-show sound check on February 19, 2024. In other words, you get what you get! What's good folks! Ayati and The Black Thumb are taking you behind the curtain with this one. In this "Interlude" you will watch an unedited and…
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Kendrick vs. Drake
What's good folks! Ayati and The Black Thumb are back and discussing all things about the beef between lifetime LA Laker fan, Kendrick Lamar, and Toronto Raptor Ambassador, Drake. In episode 12, Ayati and the Black Thumb share their take on the beef as a whole including who they believe won the...
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The NBA Signature Shoe Game
Alright 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...
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NBA Playoff Predictions
Alright basketball fans, the NBA season is heating up and we're looking forward to the competition heading into the NBA Playoffs! In Episode 10 Ayati & The Black Thumb break down who they think has the inside track to win MVP, Rookie of the Year and who the top contenders are to make a deep run…
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Skims Kardashian
In episode 9, Ayati and The Black Thumb discuss the multi year deal Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand, Skims, inked with the NBA, WNBA, & USA Basketball to be the exclusive underwear provider for these leagues. Enjoy!
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NBA All-Star Weekend Recap
In episode eight, Ayati and The Black Thumb discuss their takeaways from the recent NBA All-Star weekend and what changes they would make to make the All-Star game to make it a better fan experience. Enjoy!
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Interlude 1: You Get What You Get
This is not an episode! I repeat, this is not an episode. Ayati and The Black Thumb have a candid conversation about the NBA All-Star game. This was meant to be an offline conversation, but the camera was rolling and well, you get what you get. Enjoy!
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Robbin' Ryan
In the true spirit of Robbin' season, Ayati and The Black Thumb discuss the recent shoplifting allegations surrounding former Washington Wizards guard, Ryan Rollins. Enjoy!
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Katt vs. Kevin
Welcome to New to the Game podcast! The podcast for the casual NBA fan. In episode 6, Ayati and The Black Thumb discuss the unprecedented Katt Williams interview on Club Shay Shay podcast earlier this year because let's be honest, who isn't talking about this! We discuss the back and forth…
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Wemby, Giannis, Joker. Oh My!
Welcome to the New to the Game podcast. The podcast for the casual NBA fan. In episode 5, Ayati and The Black Thumb discuss a few transcendent players in the NBA and how their individual play is impacting their respective teams thus far this season. Enjoy!
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Ja Morant & His Daddy
Welcome to New to the Game podcast! The podcast for the casual NBA fan. In episode 4, Ayati and The Black Thumb discuss Ja Morant's electric return from suspension and the intersectionality of NBA fatherhood. Enjoy!
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How "New to the Game" Got Started
Welcome to "New to the Game" podcast. The podcast for the casual NBA fan. In episode 3, Ayati and The Black Thumb discuss their origin story and how their friendship morphed into a podcast centered around the NBA. Enjoy!
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Draymond Green Suspension
Welcome to "New to the Game" podcast! The podcast for the casual NBA fan. In episode 2, Ayati and T-Rich discuss all things Draymond Green and his recent indefinite suspension because let's be honest, we all have an opinion or feel some type of way about this shit. We dive into the mental health...
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2023-2024 NBA City Edition Jersey Reactions
Let's talk about on court fashion! In our first episode we talk a little bit about the inaugural In-Season Tournament finals matchup between the Indiana Pacers and Los Angeles Lakers. We also give our reactions to each NBA team's city edition jersey with plenty random NBA related tangents to get…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Ok, Bet is the podcast for casual humans who want the news without the noise. We keep people in the know with bite-sized takes on trending topics—served with a side of humor and good vibes
HOSTED BY
Ayati & The Black Thumb
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Ok, Bet is the podcast for casual humans who want the news without the noise. We keep people in the know with bite-sized takes on trending topics—served with a side of humor and good vibes
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