Vibe Check

On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach offer some advice on  how to navigate dating, how to keep going when the world is on fire, and reintroducing yourself to cannabis as a parent.  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...

On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about literary works that they frequently turn to, what purpose they serve in each of their lives, and why. ------------------------------------------------------ Sam’s Picks: https://pluralistic.net/2023/01/21/potemkin-ai/#hey-guys https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/19/magazine/poem-small-kindnesses.html Saeed’s Picks:  https://electricliteratu...

On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about the senseless murder of O’Shae Sibley, and the possibility of aliens being on Earth. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right.  ------------------------------------------------------ Sam: The Art of Forgetting - Caroline Rose (The Kiss) Saeed: In The Wake by Christina Sharpe Zach: Kokomo City ------------------------...

On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about the new Barbie movie, the future of cinema, gender and identity politics, and more. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right.  ------------------------------------------------------ Sam: Chewing Gum Saeed: The Good Wife Zach: Compulsory Heterosexuality and Lesbian Existence by Adrienne Rich  -------------------------...

On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about the SAG-AFTRA strike, Troye Sivan’s new music video, “Rush”, and body inclusivity. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right.  ------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDATIONS:  Sam: Joy Ride Saeed: Diablo IV Zach:  Fountain Baby - Amaarae You can find everything Vibe Check related at our officia...

On this bonus episode of Vibe Check, Zach and staff writer for the New York Times magazine, Jenna Wortham talk about their essay ‘Want to Love Your Body? Try Swimming Naked,’ queer spaces and self-love. You can find Jenna Wortham on Twitter or Instagram @jennydeluxe Jenna Wortham's New York Times essay ‘Want to Love Your Body? Try Swimming Naked’: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/22/magazine/playa-...

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 Yo...

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 tou...

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 every...

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-sander...

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/even...

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-sander...

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...

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 Yo...

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-jone...

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: T...

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...

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 offici...

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 @vibeche...

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 Appl...

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...

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...

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 everythi...

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 websit...

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 Instagra...