Tings and Things
Tings and Things is hosted by Jonathan Mbaya and Simba Tsumba, two lifelong friends. Our Podcast transcends borders and strips away all the filters from the perfectly edited and curated lives we have become accustomed to online. As a duo, we manage to open up a platform to have real conversations that touch upon what it means to live and learn, alongside occasional guest appearances from some of the most dynamic people across industries and our Tings & Things family. We found that through our travel and adventures, our struggles as young adults were not unique to us. Tings and Things was designed to share those experiences since those were not being discussed by traditional media outlets, and alongside our back and forth banter and undeniable chemistry, we have found the perfect formula to exhibit the everyday stories of life in an everyday conversational way.
Episodes
306 episodes
Not my monkey not my circus
Drama is everywhere, but sometimes we need to have an honest conversation with ourselves and determine if that drama is ours. Sometimes it’s not your monkey, not your circus, and it’s time to keep it pushing. In this episode, we’ll explore the ...
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Episode 306
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26:08
Let them misunderstand you
Not everyone’s going to get you, and that’s perfectly fine. In this episode, we celebrate the hilarious freedom of being misunderstood. Whether it’s your quirky sense of humor, strange hobbies, or just the way you live your life, we’ll explo...
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Episode 305
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33:58
Would you slide for Steve?
Steve Irwin was a father to many of us. He was truly a pioneer and a great conduit to wildlife in conservation for many of us. He was taken away from us stingray, his death was never avenged. my question is, would you slide for Steve? In thi...
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Episode 304
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33:58
The light isn't on you but keep making plays
Sometimes you’re not in the spotlight, and that’s okay. In this episode, we talk about the comedy of playing in the shadows, making moves behind the scenes, and staying ready even when no one’s watching. Through funny stories of unsung heroe...
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Episode 303
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25:47
3 hunna
Your boys have been so deep in the grind we hadn't noticed we hit out 300th episode a few week ago. Grateful to be on this journey with all of you, here are some of our thoughts regarding this milestone
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Episode 302
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34:20
What have you done this year
Disclaimer - This episode is going to offend a couple of people but it has to be had. We aren’t sending shots for anybody but if the shoe fits it fits. We can’t be resting on our laurels, and we can’t keep talking about the things we did in hig...
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Episode 301
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Surviving the Gulag
If you've ever felt like everything has already been done you know it's miserable to be blocked creatively. It doesn't have to be this way. We know what it is like to wrestle with our creative output and to even piece things together, but you c...
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53:28
Everyone is cooking
So many of the homies have embarked on ventures that require support. In this episode we discuss the politics involved with supporting friends, what is expected of you in supporting your people. This is something relevant to us all whether it i...
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54:42
Why did it end?
Fizzling does not take place between two people in a committed, loving relationship. It takes place between two people who are together under unclear terms. They can't properly break up, because they don't have anything to break. Instead, on...
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55:54
Avengers
Working with the homies can be a sticky one. We all like different things, we all have the aptitude for different things so how do we ensure that the whole team is winning, or is this just a Hollywood fantasy? We believe it is an interesting...
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57:53
Grown tings
Bruh we are in this thing for real aren’t we? This adulting is such a trip and your boys have been going through it. It has actually been really good we aren’t complaining or ranting per se just sharing a lot of our analysis of what has been go...
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1:08:44
Flourish
Thriving is a beautiful thing, as a person you gotta flourish.. let's unpack what that looks like
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24:34
Why is starting so important?
We'll be discussing the significance of taking that initial step in various aspects of life. It's fascinating to see how starting can have a transformative effect on our lives. Starting is often the first step towards progress, but what makes i...
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21:50
One Sided
In a perfect world, friendships and romantic relationships have a natural give-and-take. One week, you might call someone and make plans to meet up, while the following week, they’ll reach out to you first instead. However, relationships can...
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21:44
The power of applause
We all love being recognized and celebrated, but have you ever wondered about the deeper implications of applause? t's fascinating to explore how something as seemingly simple as clapping can hold such complex significance in our lives. Remembe...
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27:44
Substitution
Every friendship has a beginning, a middle and an end. When you realize that the purpose the relationship is serving is outweighed by the discomfort of what is lacking, you will be more secure in your decision to not engage in that relations...
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24:32
Communication and Comprehension
As two muppets that struggle with communication, we have been working on ourselves. In this journey of self-discovery we realized that while we needed to work on our communication, our comprehension was lacking too. This new dimension threw ...
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25:52
i'm washed
You know that line for lethal weapon when Detective Roger Murtaugh is like “I’m sick of this sh*t”do you ever feel that way? It’s something that has come up a lot in our chats and we think you might relate. It’s somewhere between we are too ...
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30:08
The power of applause
We all love being recognized and celebrated, but have you ever wondered about the deeper implications of applause? t's fascinating to explore how something as seemingly simple as clapping can hold such complex significance in our lives. Remembe...
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32:00
Bite the Bullet
This episode explores the concept of facing our fears head-on and taking action, even when it's difficult. We discuss how "biting the bullet" and pushing through our comfort zones can lead to personal growth and new opportunities.
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26:00
Fighting demons? Or the consequences of our choices
Are we battling internal demons, or are we simply facing the repercussions of our choices? In this episode, we explore personal responsibility and how our decisions shape our life experiences.
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