In this episode of The Tinted Reality Show, Rio J and E. Fikes sit down to unpack life after getting furloughed — that strange moment when you realize you’ve officially entered your “Unk Phase.” From contemplating moves outside the U.S. to finding new purpose in uncertainty, the conversation stays raw, funny, and painfully relatable.

Of course, in true Tinted Reality fashion, things take a turn when the pizza man shows up… but to the wrong house. 🍕

Tune in for laughs, lessons, and a little chaos — because real life doesn’t come with a filter.

In this episode of The Tinted Reality Show, we dive into what it really means to be in community—not just living near people, but being surrounded by folks who show up, hold you down, and help carry the weight during hard times. From emotional support to sharing resources, we talk about why now more than ever, real community matters.

Later in the episode, we switch gears and chop it up about the upcoming football season—teams to watch, early predictions, and the excitement that brings people together in a whole different way.

Tap in for a real, unfiltered convo that blends heart, humor, and a little bit of gridiron talk.

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Rio J and E Fikes are back for the 100th episode and the start of Season 5 of the Tinted Reality Show and are joined by a special guest, G Fikes author of the new book Amara Rise of the Shadow Blossoms available on Amazon, Walmart and Barnes & Noble. In his open discussion, they tackle several topics, from staying motivated to the importance of voting and the process of being creative.