On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach have an in depth, vulnerable discussion about grief, in light of recent life events. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS: Sam: Is It Cake? (Netflix) Saeed: The Long Goodbye by Meghan O’Rourke Zach: A Year of Magical Thinking (2005) by Joan Didion You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear ...
Jul 12, 2023•59 min•Ep. 50
On this live episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach talk to Penn Badgley about being delusional, infidelity, fame, and so much more. Plus, they answer a few advice questions from the audience. Special thanks to 92NY and Penn Badgley! You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck . Su...
Jul 05, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 49
On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach discuss a deadly incident of self-defense in Chicago, patriarchy, and why people don’t have cookouts anymore. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS: Saeed: Kelly Clarkson’s new album: Chemistry Zach: And Just Like That… (Sex and the City) You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email...
Jun 28, 2023•44 min•Ep. 48
On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach talk about Bebe Rexha being assaulted by a fan, and the latest development regarding the controversial Body Mass Index (BMI). Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ LIVE EVENTS: WBUR City Space (Boston, 6/22): https://www.wbur.org/events/854615/vibe-check-live-with-sam-sanders-saeed-jones-and-zach-stafford The 92nd St Y (New York City, 6/23): https://www.92ny.org/event/vibe...
Jun 21, 2023•49 min•Ep. 47
On this bonus episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and New York Times bestselling author, Roxane Gay, talk about Roxane’s relationship with television, the allure of soap operas, the Writers Guild of America strike, and much more. You can find Roxane Gay on Instagram @roxanegay74 . ------------------------------------------------------ LIVE EVENTS: WBUR City Space (Boston, 6/22): https://www.wbur.org/events/854615/vibe-check-live-with-sam-sanders-saeed-jones-and-zach-stafford The 92nd St Y (New York Cit...
Jun 19, 2023•40 min•Ep. 46
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about Black people’s facial expressions being scrutinized, and how the internet determines if a song becomes a hit. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ LIVE EVENTS: WBUR City Space (Boston, 6/22): https://www.wbur.org/events/854615/vibe-check-live-with-sam-sanders-saeed-jones-and-zach-stafford The 92nd St Y (New York City, 6/23): https://www.92ny.org/event/vibe...
Jun 14, 2023•46 min•Ep. 45
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about seeing Beyonce live in London, and why Pride month feels different this year. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ LIVE EVENTS: WBUR City Space (Boston, 6/22): https://www.wbur.org/events/854615/vibe-check-live-with-sam-sanders-saeed-jones-and-zach-stafford The 92nd St Y (New York City, 6/23): https://www.92ny.org/event/vibe-check -------------------------...
Jun 07, 2023•52 min•Ep. 44
Sam, Saeed and Zach guest on Slate’s advice podcast, Dear Prudence. Listen as they team up with host, Jenée Desmond-Harris, to offer guidance on life, relationships, and much more. ------------------------------------------------------ LIVE EVENTS: WBUR City Space (Boston, 6/22): https://www.wbur.org/events/854615/vibe-check-live-with-sam-sanders-saeed-jones-and-zach-stafford The 92nd St Y (New York City, 6/23): https://www.92ny.org/event/vibe-check You can find everything Vibe Check related at ...
May 31, 2023•53 min•Ep. 43
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the “Barefoot-boy Summer” trend, and Governor Ron DeSantis continuing to wreak havoc on Florida. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ LIVE EVENTS: WBUR City Space (Boston, 6/22): https://www.wbur.org/events/854615/vibe-check-live-with-sam-sanders-saeed-jones-and-zach-stafford The 92nd St Y (New York City, 6/23): https://www.92ny.org/event/vibe-check -----...
May 24, 2023•50 min•Ep. 42
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about CNN’s Donald Trump town hall, the 2024 Presidential election season, and the evolution of Janelle Monae. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ This week’s recommendations: Sam: Cold War + Mushrooms and Roses by Janelle Monae Saeed: Kim’s Convenience Zach: Traffic by Ben Smith The Sporkful featuring Sam, Saaed, and Zach You can find everything Vibe Check re...
May 17, 2023•45 min•Ep. 41
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the child labor crisis in America, and the newest epidemic: loneliness. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ This week’s recommendations: Sam: Melissa McCarthy NY Times Profile Saeed: The video-game WytchWood Zach: ‘We See Each Other’ by Tre’vell Anderson Why Do Rich People Love Quiet? You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, ww...
May 10, 2023•52 min•Ep. 40
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, and Zach talk about age and leadership, and the upcoming royal coronation. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ This week’s recommendations: Sam: The Highways of My Life - Isley Brothers Zach: Jury Duty on FreeVee/Amazon Prime You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and k...
May 03, 2023•47 min•Ep. 39
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, and Zach talk about the history of the Met Gala, the reason it’s culturally relevant, and the looks they loved and hated. (And also, Rihanna’s super late entrance). You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck . Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to...
May 02, 2023•35 min•Ep. 38
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach discuss the firing of cable news hosts Tucker Carlson from FOX, and Don Lemon from CNN. They also offer relationship advice to a few listeners. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ This week’s recommendations: Saeed: Independently Owned - Alex Newell Zach: “Shrinking” on Apple TV+ Sam: Poverty, by America - Matthew Desmond Don Lemon’s Misogyny at CNN, Exposed: Malicious Text...
Apr 26, 2023•43 min•Ep. 37
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about Ralph Yarl's story, stand-your-ground laws, and the consequences of a potential writer's strike. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. You can read the study Sam mentions about gun ownership in the first segment here . You can get 10% off Squarespace with promo code: vibecheck www.squarespace.com/vibecheck This week's recommendations: Saeed: Biography of X - Catherine Lacey Zach: Drag Race - Season 15 Sam: Quietly Host...
Apr 19, 2023•54 min•Ep. 36
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about “The Tennessee Three”, HBO’s “Succession”, and the impact of television character deaths. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ This week’s recommendations: Saeed: Smokiez Edibles Zach: Magic Spoon Sam: TikTok’s Enshittification by Cory Doctorow Why I Keep My Eyes – and My Mind – on the South Sam’s Playlist: https://spotify.link/pppi7UiAHyb You can find everything ...
Apr 12, 2023•46 min•Ep. 35
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach talk about the indictment of former President Donald Trump, and the loss of the internet’s “front page”. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. This week’s recommendations: Sam: Beef (on Netflix) Saeed: Against Heaven by Kemi Alabi Zach: A Thousand and One (in theaters) Sam’s Playlist: https://spotify.link/pppi7UiAHyb You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email u...
Apr 05, 2023•45 min•Ep. 34
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the potential TikTok ban, gun violence, and John Wick: Chapter 4. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. This week’s recommendations: Sam: Caroline Rose - Do You Think We’ll Last Forever? Saeed: Puss In Boots: The Last Wish Zach: The Gwyneth Paltrow Trial You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in tou...
Mar 29, 2023•54 min•Ep. 33
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about celebrity stylist Law Roach’s retirement announcement and the new Amazon Prime series “Swarm”. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck . Subscribe to SiriusXM Po...
Mar 22, 2023•52 min•Ep. 32
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and the trend of ‘outing’ politicians. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck . Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to...
Mar 15, 2023•55 min•Ep. 31
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach discuss their 2023 Oscars predictions and do a deep dive on 11x nominated film, ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck . Subscribe to ...
Mar 08, 2023•51 min•Ep. 30
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about drag bans and anti-trans legislation in Tennessee, the reemergence of dupe culture, and Cocaine Bear. You can get 10% off Squarespace with promo code: vibecheck www.squarespace.com/vibecheck You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podsw...
Mar 01, 2023•50 min•Ep. 29
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Saeed talk about Senator John Fetterman’s hospitalization for depression, performative wellness, and SZA’s record breaking sophomore album, “SOS”. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibechec...
Feb 22, 2023•49 min•Ep. 28
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, America’s problematic infrastructure, and how to heal from a breakup. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck . Sub...
Feb 15, 2023•49 min•Ep. 27
On this special episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about Rihanna’s Super Bowl LVII half-time performance, and share their thoughts on some of their most unforgettable Super Bowl moments of all time. www.squarespace.com/vibecheck 10% off Squarespace with promo code: vibecheck You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Ge...
Feb 13, 2023•34 min•Ep. 26
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about award shows and how they mirror society, and Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis’ war on education. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck . Subscribe to SiriusXM P...
Feb 08, 2023•48 min•Ep. 25
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the murder of Tyre Nichols at the hands of police, sobriety, and consumption in all aspects of our lives. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck . Subscribe to ...
Feb 01, 2023•53 min•Ep. 24
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about mass layoffs, the current economic crisis, and the poorly-rated reality show 'The Real Friends of WeHo'. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck . Subscribe to S...
Jan 25, 2023•47 min•Ep. 23
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the upsurge of police brutality and the obsession with celebrity death. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck . Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to ne...
Jan 18, 2023•50 min•Ep. 22
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the political riots in Brazil and the unexpected Blockbuster hit M3GAN. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck . Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to ne...
Jan 11, 2023•44 min•Ep. 21
