Vibe Check

By Zach Stafford, Saeed Jones, Sam Sanders

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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How many episodes does Vibe Check have?

The podcast currently has 157 episodes available.

Vibe Check episodes:

June 12, 2024 We Have Different Gay Voices
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the new movie, “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, copaganda, and friendship breakups. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.
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Los Angeles Live Show
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
SAM: Running from COPS hosted by Dan Taberski
SAEED: “Ego Tripping (there may be a reason why)” by Nikki Giovanni
ZACH: Brown Skin Bride: http://www.brownskinbride.com
You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com
We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod.
Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck.
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June 05, 2024 Trust The Aunties
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about pride month – the protests, the parties, and the corporations. Plus, why fans are getting bad news about concerts this year, and a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.
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Boston Live Show
New York Live Show
Los Angeles Live Show
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
SAM: “Tipsy” by Shaboozey
SAEED: “At The Down Low House Party” by Danez Smith
ZACH: Keep sending us your petty stories
You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com
We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod.
Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck.
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58min
May 29, 2024 Your Fate Has Been Decided
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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Boston Live Show
New York Live Show
Los Angeles Live Show
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
SAM: UNO/game nights/activities with friends
SAEED: “The Colonel” by Carolyn Forché
ZACH: "We’re Here" on Max
You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com
We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], 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 episodes of Vibe Check ad-free.
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52min
May 22, 2024 I’ll Dip Into Her Dark Waters
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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Boston Live Show
New York Live Show
Los Angeles Live Show
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
SAM: “Chihiro” by Billie Eilish
SAEED: Departure by Louise Gluck
ZACH: A GREAT GAY BOOK: STORIES OF GROWTH, BELONGING & OTHER QUEER POSSIBILITIES edited by Ryan Fitzgibbon (Saeed’s cover)
You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com
We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], 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 episodes of Vibe Check ad-free.
Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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54min
May 15, 2024 Saying the Quiet Part Out Loud
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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Boston Live Show
New York Live Show
Los Angeles Live Show
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
SAM: Hacks (on HBO)
SAEED: MONUMENT: New and Selected by Natasha Trethewey
ZACH: Interview with the Vampire Season 2 (on AMC)
You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com
We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], 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 episodes of Vibe Check ad-free.
Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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May 08, 2024 Oh, How We Have Fallen From Taste
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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Boston Live Show
New York Live Show
Los Angeles Live Show
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
SAM: empathogen by Willow Smith
SAEED: Fixed Shadow, Moving Water by Carl Phillips
ZACH: ‘Challengers’ soundtrack album
Met Gala for Fashion Dummies (2023 episode)
You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com
We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], and keep in touch with us on Instagram @vibecheck_pod.
Get your Vibe Check merch at www.podswag.com/vibecheck.
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Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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May 01, 2024 Every Girl Has A Good Gay
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.
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Boston Live Show
New York Live Show
Los Angeles Live Show
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
SAM: Born A Crime by Trevor Noah
SAEED: Untitled by E. E. Cummings
ZACH: Culprits on Hulu
You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com
We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], 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 episodes of Vibe Check ad-free.
Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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58min
April 24, 2024 Her Mediocrity Cannot Touch Me
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Saeed talk about the anti-war protests that are sweeping college campuses across the nation, and Taylor Swift’s latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department”. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
SAM: Baby Reindeer on Netflix
SAEED: Let's Get One Thing Halfway Straight by Adam Falkner
Lydia Polgreen Opinion Piece
You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com
We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], 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 episodes of Vibe Check ad-free.
Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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59min
April 17, 2024 Death and Taxes
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the recent questionable actions of JoJo Siwa and Jerrod Carmichael, and they answer a question from a listener seeking advice about a dating dilemma. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
SAM: The Town of Babylon by Alejandro Varela
SAEED: Parallel Bars by Geoffrey Young
ZACH: A STRANGE LOOP is on tour now! SF opens this week and LA on June 5th
Into It featuring Michael R. Jackson
You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com
We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], 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 episodes of Vibe Check ad-free.
Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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54min
April 10, 2024 A Special Conversation with Ada Limón
On this special episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk to the U.S. Poet Laureate, Ada Limón, about demystifying the art of poetry, and her new anthology, “You Are Here: Poetry in the Natural World”. Plus, a few beginner-friendly recommendations from Ada.
You can find Ada Limón on Instagram @adalimonwriter.
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ADA’S RECOMMENDATIONS:
Poet, Lucille Clifton
Please Excuse This Poem
Such Color: New and Selected Poems by Tracy K. Smith
You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com
We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], 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 episodes of Vibe Check ad-free.
Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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58min

FAQs about Vibe Check:

How many episodes does Vibe Check have?

The podcast currently has 157 episodes available.

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