On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about Rihanna headlining the Super Bowl LVII halftime show, the Brett Favre welfare scandal, and countless NFL controversies. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.

The Gag of the Century

A weekly podcast where Sam Sanders, Saeed Jones, and Zach Stafford make sense of what’s going on in news and culture – and how it all feels. Vibe Check is your favorite group chat, come to life.

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On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the decline of Hollywood blockbusters, and they answer a listener's advice letter about post-breakup pettiness. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.

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Your Fate Has Been Decided

On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach discuss a violent video of Diddy and Cassie that was recently made public. They also talk about why some of our favorite fast casual restaurants are on the decline. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.

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I’ll Dip Into Her Dark Waters

On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the digital guillotine movement a.k.a the celebrity blockout, and the collective political burnout that the nation is experiencing. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.

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Saying the Quiet Part Out Loud

On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar rap beef and the 2024 Met Gala. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.

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Oh, How We Have Fallen From Taste

On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach continue their conversation on the college campus Anti-War protests, and they also talk about why Zendaya is such a successful star. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.

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.com/vibecheck.

The Gag of the Century

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