Vibe Check

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach talk about the Democrats’ obsession with outing Josh Hawley. And about the unfortunate incident of Perez Hilton. Plus, they share their latest picks for “the vibes are on” and “the vibes are off.” ------------------------------------------------------ Saeed’s Poem: “Why Some People Be Mad at Me Sometimes” by Lucille Clifton  You can find everything Vi...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach look back at four years of the show's funniest, sharpest, and most unforgettable moments. 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...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach talk about Ariana Grande and the concern over her weight loss. And about America’s flop era. Plus, they share their latest picks for “the vibes are on” and “the vibes are off.” ------------------------------------------------------ Saeed’s Poem: “I Have A Time Machine” by Brenda Shaughnessy You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official we...

On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach answer some of listeners’ questions about following your intuition, parasocial relationships, Taylor Swift, the anxiety of creating art in the age of AI, and more. ------------------------------------------------------ Sign up for Saeed’s Webinar: https://www.patreon.com/VibeCheck/posts/161968229?utm_campaign=postshare_fan You can find everything Vibe...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach discuss the new film, The Odyssey . They share their reactions, and talk about its enduring themes and what it can tell us about the present. They consider what makes a hero and why the story continues to resonate today. Plus, they share their latest picks for “the vibes are on” and “the vibes are off.” ------------------------------------------------...

On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed sits down with acclaimed novelist and writer Sarah Schulman to discuss why telling the truth is worth the risk, the power of showing up for one another, and her new book, The Fantasy and Necessity of Solidarity . Together, they explore what solidarity really means, and why it's more necessary than ever. ------------------------------------------------------ Sig...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach discuss U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's new testosterone screening protocol for service members. Then they dive into the idea of "Gen Z delusion". Plus, they share their latest picks for “the vibes are on” and “the vibes are off.” ------------------------------------------------------ Saeed’s Poem: “The Weather in Space” by Tracy K. Smith  Si...

On this episode of Vibe Check , we're rereleasing a listener-favorite conversation between Saeed and professor, editor, and New York Times  bestselling author Roxane Gay. Together, they talk about television, the shows Roxane came of age watching, and the characters that helped shape who she is today. ——————————————————————————— You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, w...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Zach and guest Tim Miller, host of The Bulwark podcast, talk about the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, what’s going on with Senator Mitchell McConnell and the state of politics on both sides of the aisle. Plus, Zach shares his latest pick for “the vibes are on” and “the vibes are off.”  ------------------------------------------------------ Saeed’s Poem: For...

On this episode of  Vibe Check , we're rereleasing a listener-favorite conversation between Zach and writer, author, and art world visionary Kimberly Drew. Together, they explore why softness is a superpower and how, in a world that often demands hardness, choosing to live softly can be essential to both surviving and thriving. ------------------------------------------------------ Sign up for Sae...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach talk about what they're calling "Hot Girl Socialism" and why the Democratic Socialists recent electoral wins have them rethinking the current political moment. Then, they dig into our growing comfort with turning surveillance into entertainment. Plus, they share their latest picks for “the vibes are on” and “the vibes are off.” -----------------------...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach are joined by one of their favorite writers, Kiese Laymon. As America gears up for its 250th birthday, they ask: what exactly are we celebrating? They talk about where the country stands today, and why progress in America often feels like two steps forward, one step back.   You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibech...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach ask whether the good vibes of the past few weeks were sparked by the World Cup and the Knicks' win – or if it's all just the start of a really good summer. They also break down the Supreme Court's latest rulings. Plus, they share their latest picks for “the vibes are on” and “the vibes are off.” ------------------------------------------------------ S...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed talks with plant scientist and writer Beronda Montgomery about her book, When Trees Testify . They explore the connections between Black history and the natural world, and what trees like pecans and sycamores can teach us about the past. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We want to hear from you! Email us...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach welcome back friend of the show, astrologer Chani Nicholas. They revisit the predictions Chani made the last time she stopped by in December 2025, checking in on what she saw coming for the first half of 2026 and how it all played out. Then, Chani looks ahead to the rest of 2026, sharing what's on the horizon and giving Saeed and Zach a peek at what t...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed talks with writer, poet, and communications strategist Camonghne Felix about her new book, Let the Poets Govern. They discuss her political awakening, embracing changing perspectives, 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 touc...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed welcomes back friend of the show Traci Thomas, host of The Stacks  podcast, to talk about all things summer reading. They share their immersive favorites and recommend books that they deem perfect for the season. ------------------------------------------------------ You can find everything Vibe Check related at our official website, www.vibecheckpod.com We wa...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach talk about fandoms and why it suddenly feels so out of control. From the origins of the word "stan" to the ways fan culture has evolved from community into something a little more obsessive, they explore how we got here, and confess some of the wild things they've done in the name of being fans. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our offici...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Zach chats with comedian Julian Shapiro - Barnum about their show Celebrity Substitute, what adults can learn from kids, his new show  Outside Tonight (out June 17th), his upcoming book How to Grow Up Without Becoming a Grown-Up  (out August 4), and more. ------------------------------------------------------ Pre-order Julian’s new book, How to Grow Up Without Becom...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach offer advice to new graduates entering the workforce. They discuss career paths beyond your degree, the growing impact of AI on jobs, and the money conversations every graduate should have. 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...

On this episode of Vibe Check,  Zach sits down with Dr. Jack Halberstam to discuss his forthcoming book, Anarchitecture After Everything: A Trans Manifesto , and revisit the ideas behind The Queer Art of Failure . They talk about why freedom may require letting old systems collapse, what failure can teach us about living differently, and how uncertainty can open the door to new possibilities. You...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach are joined by special guest Jess Michaels – TEDx speaker, survivor advocate, and 1991 survivor of Jeffrey Epstein. They explore why the Epstein files matter beyond the headlines, and how the conversation around abuse, consent, and survivor expectations often misses the deeper cultural realities. You can find everything Vibe Check related at our offici...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Saeed and Zach discuss the new movie, Is God Is,  and explore how rage shapes politics, culture, and our personal lives – and whether rage can sometimes be a force for something better. Plus, they share their latest picks for “the vibes are on” and “the vibes are off.”  ------------------------------------------------------ Saeed’s Poem: “Acquainted with the Night”...

On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach react live to listener voice messages for the very first time. Listeners reveal the major life decisions the hosts have influenced – while Saeed and Zach try to remember ever giving the advice at all. 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 , a...

On this episode of Vibe Check , Zach is joined by special guest host Fran Tirado, editor and co-host of the podcast, Like a Virgin . Together, they discuss how AI slop is slowly turning into “taste slop,” and how Pride can become more than just a moment to fight for trans people, but a way to materially support them and help them survive this moment. Plus, they share their latest picks for “the vi...