On this bonus episode of Vibe Check, Sam speaks to Maurice Mitchell, National Director of the Working Families Party. They talk about why Maurice isn't deterred by the 2024 Presidential election, why the WFP believes in building power from the bottom up, the current economic climate, and much more. We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com , and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod . You can now get direct access to the group chat! Find us on Patreon at patreon.co...
Jan 20, 2025•43 min•Ep. 140
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach talk about the devastating fires in Southern California. Then, they speak with former incarcerated firefighter, Royal Ramey, about his experiences in an inmate fire camp. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS: SAM: Acts of Faith by SAULT ZACH: Bad Bunny’s new album Debí Tirar Más Fotos Atlas Obscura featuring Zach The Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program Royal Ramey ...
Jan 15, 2025•53 min•Ep. 139
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach discuss the U.S. Surgeon General’s call for cancer warning labels on alcohol. They also dive into the cultural obsession of surveilling others online. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS: SAM: 1. “Dylan’s Gospel” by The Brothers And Sisters 2. Brick SAEED: 1. “Man on the TV Say” by Patricia Smith 2. Get Millie Black ZACH: 1. Edges of Ailey at the Whitney Muse...
Jan 08, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 138
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach reflect on some of the biggest news and culture moments of 2024. Then, they talk about what habits they’re leaving behind, and set their intentions for the new year. ------------------------------------------------------ Saeed’s Substack 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...
Jan 01, 2025•48 min•Ep. 137
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach chat with famed astrologer, Chani Nicholas, about astrology 101. Then, she reads the birth chart for each host, and forecasts the general vibe of 2025. 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+ ...
Dec 25, 2024•56 min•Ep. 136
On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed speaks to British-Palestinian author, Isabella Hammad, about her book, Recognizing the Stranger: On Palestine and Narrative . They discuss the Israel-Hamas war, student activism, and much more. 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 . Subs...
Dec 18, 2024•30 min•Ep. 135
On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed, Sam and Zach chat about the internet’s reaction to Luigi Mangione, suspect in the United Healthcare shooting. Plus, they discuss LGBTQ+ rights under a second Donald Trump presidency and a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS: SAM: The Wonder of Stevie podcast , Lost Notes: 1980 - Ep 1. Stevie Wonder ZACH: Anatomy of Lies doc on Peacock SAEED: “A Poem of Friendship” by Nikki Giovan...
Dec 11, 2024•52 min•Ep. 134
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach share their thoughts on if smartphones and social media are negatively impacting the youth. They also talk about Billboard’s list of greatest pop stars of the 21st century, and whether Beyoncé or Taylor Swift deserved the #1 spot. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS: SAM: “Piano & A Microphone 1983” by Prince ZACH: Casting JonBenet film The Sam Sanders Show: Ins...
Dec 04, 2024•52 min•Ep. 133
On this episode of Vibe Check, Zach speaks with civil rights attorney and trans rights activist, Chase Strangio. They discuss his upcoming court case - United States v. Skrmetti, which focuses on trans youth in Tennessee being denied access to gender affirming care. ------------------------------------------------------ Chase Strangio on Instagram 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 ...
Dec 02, 2024•35 min•Ep. 132
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach offer advice on preparing for a potentially rocky holiday season. ------------------------------------------------------ Zach x Kimberly Drew Zach x Jenna Wortham Sam x Emily King 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 . Subs...
Nov 27, 2024•50 min•Ep. 131
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach discuss Trump’s controversial cabinet appointments. Then, they talk about the press tour for the new movie, Wicked. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS: SAM: Sometimes by Bilal SAEED: “Missed Time” by Ha Jin ZACH: The Faggots and Their Friends Between Revolutions by Larry Mitchell You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibeche...
Nov 20, 2024•53 min•Ep. 130
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about the aftermath of the election, what to expect moving forward, and what they’re doing to take care of themselves. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS : SAM: Dance Yourself Clean (Song) and Sound of Silver (Album) by LCD Soundsystem ZACH: Notting Hill and Zach’s guest appearance on Love To See It SAEED: My Project 2025 by Saeed Jones After Maggie Smi...
Nov 13, 2024•53 min•Ep. 129
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach share another installment of their modern scriptures, as they talk about works of art, literature, and pop culture that they turn to for inspiration. ------------------------------------------------------ MODERN SCRIPTURES: SAM JP Brammer - Hola Papi Hanif - A Little Devil In America SAEED “Ode to My Blackness” by Evie Shockley (The New Black – 2011) “Ode to My Whiteness” by Sharon Olds (Odes – 2016) ZACH “Kiss of Life” by Sade Steel Magnolias (...
Nov 06, 2024•48 min•Ep. 128
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach chat with special guest, podcast host Tommy Vietor (of Pod Save America & Pod Save the World) , about the truths and anxieties of the upcoming election. Then, they discuss if celebrity involvement in politics actually makes an impact. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. To help get out the vote or volunteer in the coming days, head to votesaveamerica.com ------------------------------------------------------ Recommendations:...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 127
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about why Harris and Trump are neck and neck in the polls. Then, they discuss the role religion is playing in the final weeks of the election. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ Recommendations: SAM: The Tokyo Mass Choir singing GOSPEL MUSIC + Whitney Houston Freedom Concert (in limited Theaters) SAEED: “Haiku Garden” by Harryette Mullen from Best American Poetry 2024 ...
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 126
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach talk about Black male voters being the scapegoats of this election cycle. Then, they talk about troubling TikTok findings. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ Recommendations: SAM: CHARLI XCX Remix Album (and “Everything Is Romantic” Remix with Caroline Polachek) ZACH: The Apprentice (film) SAEED: Chainsaw by Marie Howe You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official web...
Oct 16, 2024•54 min•Ep. 125
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about hurricanes, and the misinformation that has been spread by politicians. Then, in the spirit of spooky season, they talk about our culture’s shifting relationship with witchcraft. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ The Sam Sanders Show Voter registration link Recommendations: SAM: Call Her Daddy episode with Kamala Harris SAEED: “Love Poem” by Danez Smith – from t...
Oct 09, 2024•59 min•Ep. 124
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about Bowen Yang’s SNL sketch about Chappell Roan, and the conversation it has started about new-aged pop stars. Then, they discuss the different versions of masculinity that Tim Walz and JD Vance represent. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ Voter registration link Recommendations: SAM: Hope for Sale by Chiiild SAEED: [...] by Fady Joudah ZACH: Will & Harper on Ne...
Oct 02, 2024•56 min•Ep. 123
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach dive into the indictment of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and what it means for the future of hip-hop. Plus, the guys share their Fall intentions and a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ Recommendations: SAM: Rejection by Tony Tulathimutte SAEED: “Apologies to All the People in Lebanon” by June Jordan ZACH: Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City McSweeney’s - It’s Dec...
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 122
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about Trump and Vance’s false claims about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio. Then, they answer a listener’s advice question about sex. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ Voter registration link Previous episode discussing allegations against Diddy Recommendations: SAM: Florida Wata - Swamp Session from Doechii SAEED: “In Any Event” by Dorianne Laux ZACH: Dawn Ri...
Sep 18, 2024•55 min•Ep. 121
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach discuss the first Presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ Recommendations: SAM: Strange Darling SAEED: “Evil” by Langston Hughes ZACH: Chimp Crazy 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...
Sep 11, 2024•48 min•Ep. 120
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about the current state of the Presidential race, and they officially put buzzwords “Brat” and “Demure” to rest. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ The Guardian: I'll be so proud when my daughter is president and runs a corrupt oligarchy Recommendations: SAM: Short n' Sweet by Sabrina Carpenter SAEED: Ode to Lithium #600 by Shira Erlichman ZACH: KAOS on Netflix You can...
Sep 04, 2024•59 min•Ep. 119
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach talk to TED Talks Daily host Elise Hu, about her new book, “Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital”. Elise gave her thoughts on body modification, digital culture setting beauty standards, and more. Then, a TED Talk from Doctors Lindsey and Lexie Kite about how body image obsession can impact mental health. ------------------------------------------------------ Elise’s Recommendation: Sugarcane You can find everything Vibe Che...
Aug 28, 2024•49 min•Ep. 118
On this live episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about Ozempic and how it is changing the world. Then, they talk to Scam Goddess podcast host, Laci Mosley, about some of the biggest scams in history. This episode was recorded in Los Angeles at The Ford Amphitheatre. 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 Vib...
Aug 21, 2024•58 min•Ep. 117
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach talk about the latest updates in politics. Then, Zach has an insightful conversation with former close friend of JD Vance – Sofia Nelson. 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 new epis...
Aug 16, 2024•59 min•Ep. 116
On this first-ever “Ask Us Anything” style episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach answer some of your burning questions about their personal lives, friendships, careers, and more. 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 new ep...
Aug 14, 2024•51 min•Ep. 115
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach share more of their favorite modern scriptures – the literary works that they frequently turn to. ------------------------------------------------------ Modern Scriptures: ZACH: “Godspeed” by Frank Ocean James Baldwin being interviewed in the Village Voice in 1984 in a piece titled ” Go the Way Your Blood Beats,” when asked about queerness in regards to race. SAM: Let the Record Show: A Political History of ACT UP New York, 1987–1993 by Sarah Sc...
Aug 07, 2024•35 min•Ep. 114
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about their current obsession - the 2024 Olympics, and the Democratic party’s latest campaign tactic against Trump and Vance. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS: SAM: Charm by Clairo SAEED: Devotion by Ocean Vuong from NIGHT SKY WITH EXIT WOUNDS ZACH: Love Island on USA Season 6 You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vib...
Jul 31, 2024•53 min•Ep. 113
Joe finally did it! On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Zach and Saeed talk about Vice President Kamala Harris’ path to presidency, misogynoir and a new feeling of hope. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS: SAM: Childish Gambino's album – Bando Stone & the New World ZACH: The Boyfriend on Netflix SAEED: Gregory Orr – I Want to Go Back You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www...
Jul 24, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 112
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach talk about Donald Trump’s unexpected running mate decision, and they offer a listener advice on feeling survivor’s guilt. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS: SAM: The Other Two on MAX ZACH: Sort Of on MAX Sam’s interview with Sarah Schneider and Chris Kelly You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from...
Jul 17, 2024•49 min•Ep. 111
