Vibe Check
Episodes
Divorced Dad Energy
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach discuss mass layoffs hitting the federal government. Then, they dissect a recently published letter...
Can We Talk About F*cking Eggs?! featuring Tim Miller
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach talk to Tim Miller, political commentator and host of The Bulwark Podcast. They discuss “normal gays” ...
Cheers, Queerleaders!
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this special episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach recap Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX halftime performance. You can find everything Vibe...
It Doesn’t End with This
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about Elon Musk’s role in Donald Trump's presidency. Then, they discuss the ongoing case be...
I Don’t Know Her, Who Is She?
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach discuss Trump’s rollback on climate protections. Then, they talk about the GRAMMYs, and the ways...
The Baddest Bunny
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach discuss the eventful weekend from the TikTok chaos to navigating the inauguration. Then, they reflect on t...
It’s A Relay Race featuring Maurice Mitchell
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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'...
Zero to Hero featuring Royal Ramey
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach talk about the devastating fires in Southern California. Then, they speak with former incarcerated firefig...
Bottoms Up, B!tches
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Alive in 2025
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Reading Us for Astrological Filth featuring Chani Nicholas
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 fo...
Successful Repression featuring Isabella Hammad
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed speaks to British-Palestinian author, Isabella Hammad, about her book, Recognizing the Stranger: On Palestine and...
Oh Luigi!
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
Holiday Hoes
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
The Masks Are Off featuring Chase Strangio
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Zach speaks with civil rights attorney and trans rights activist, Chase Strangio. They discuss his upcoming court case ...
In My Martha Stewart Era
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach offer advice on preparing for a potentially rocky holiday season.----------------------------------...
Are You a Good Witch, or a Bad Witch?
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Democracy TBD
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
One Hell of a Contradiction
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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, ...
New Fear Unlocked featuring Tommy Vietor
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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), abou...
That’s the 1, 2 Step
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 religio...
If You See Us, No You Didn’t!
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
The Vibe Coven
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 spi...
Justice for Pluto!
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
I Have A Dream
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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. Plu...
High, Low, Fast, and Slow
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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, th...
Put the NyQuil Down
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach discuss the first Presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Plus, a few recommend...
Do Some Witch Sh!t
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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”...
Two Ladies and A Mutha featuring Elise Hu
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 Fruitcake Factory featuring Laci Mosley
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Feeling Very Demure featuring Sofia Nelson
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 fri...
Ask Us Literally Anything!
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 l...
Let’s Get to the Word
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach share more of their favorite modern scriptures – the literary works that they frequently turn t...
Things Are Getting Weird
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about their current obsession - the 2024 Olympics, and the Democratic party’s latest campaig...
Hold Onto Your Wigs
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Do It While It’s Still Legal
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Give Us the Wheel!
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach discuss concerns about President Biden’s mental fitness, and where the Democratic party has fumb...
The Ultimate Dom featuring ALOK
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Zach talks to comedian, writer, and activist ALOK about using comedy as a way of broadening people’s mindsets, why la...
Diva Is a Female Version of a Hustla
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach talk about pop artists uniting and the history of the word "diva." They also reminisce on some of the bigg...
Yesterday’s Price Isn’t Today’s Price featuring Lena Waithe
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this live episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk to Emmy-winning writer, actress and producer Lena Waithe about being a trailblazer, and ...
We Have Different Gay Voices
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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, cop...
Trust The Aunties
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 get...
Your Fate Has Been Decided
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
I’ll Dip Into Her Dark Waters
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 wh...
Saying the Quiet Part Out Loud
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 politi...
Oh, How We Have Fallen From Taste
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 recommendation...
Every Girl Has A Good Gay
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Her Mediocrity Cannot Touch Me
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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’...
Death and Taxes
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 q...
A Special Conversation with Ada Limón
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
This Ain't Texas, This Is Vibe Check
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach give their thoughtful takes on Beyonce’s new country album, “Cowboy Carter”. Plus, a few rec...
Welcome to the Chaos
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach discuss the political industrial complex bending to Trump, and then later a look at Gen Z and agin...
Till The Wheels Fall Off
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach discuss Kate Middleton’s disappearance, and the recent Boeing aircraft issues. Plus, a few recom...
Hey, Sis: featuring Regina King
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this final episode of Vibe Check’s mini-series - Hey, Sis: A Vibe Check Series, Sam and Zach have a chat with actress Regina King. They talk abou...
A Special Conversation with Afeef Nessouli
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, Zach, and special guest journalist Afeef Nessouli dig deeper into the deepening crisis in Gaza. Plus, a few...
Hey, Sis: featuring Morgan Parker
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check’s mini-series - Hey, Sis: A Vibe Check Series, Saeed has a chat with poet and cultural critic, Morgan Parker. They tal...
The Oscars Are My Super Bowl
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach break down their final thoughts and predictions ahead of the 2024 Oscars. Plus, a few recommendati...
Hey, Sis: featuring Raquel Willis
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check’s mini-series - Hey, Sis: A Vibe Check Series, Zach has a chat with writer and activist, Raquel Willis. They talk abou...
Be Forreal!
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the Alabama Supreme Court’s controversial ruling regarding frozen embryos, and Tyler ...
Welcome to Tip Check
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about the phenomenon of tipflation. They also discuss how they feel about Black History Month ...
Hey, Sis: featuring Kimberly Drew
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check’s mini-series - Hey, Sis: A Vibe Check Series, Zach has a chat with art influencer and author Kimberly Drew. They talk...
Rollercoaster of Love (and Hate)
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach talk about the attack in Rafah, and how rom-coms have influenced our expectations of romantic relationship...
UsherBowl…and Beyoncé?!
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this special episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach recap Usher’s Super Bowl LVIII halftime performance. They also talk about Beyonce’s ne...
Hell Has Flooded
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about how social media forces everyone to become a brand. They also answer an advice question ...
Hey, Sis: featuring Audie Cornish
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the first episode of Vibe Check’s mini-series - Hey, Sis: A Vibe Check Series, Sam has a chat with journalist and CNN anchor, Audie Cornish. They...
You’ve Got Mouth Bangs, Girl
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach give their take on the rap beef between Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj. They also discuss how ...
Heavy Negro Sigh
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach give their reactions to the 2024 Oscar nominations, and talk about how culture is at a stand-still....
A Special Conversation with Cord Jefferson
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this bonus episode of Vibe Check, Sam and writer and director, Cord Jefferson, talk about Cord’s new film, “American Fiction”, their long-tim...
Wesley Morris, or Wesley Snipes?
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach discuss the Iowa Caucus, the 2024 Presidential election, and the rise in musical films like Wonka, ...
Look to God, Not Monica
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach discuss the upcoming 2024 award season, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and the state of reality tv. Pl...
My Spiritual Finger Is Wagging
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach offer some advice on navigating a work crush, diversifying workplace culture, and whether or not to...
2023, Don’t Let The Door Hit You…
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach reflect on some of the biggest news and culture moments of 2023. Plus, they talk about what they’...
It’s Like an Inspirational Relay Race
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach share another installment of their modern scriptures, as they talk about the literary works that th...
Nostalgia, Ultra
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach go all in on the new film, “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé”. Plus, a few recommendations to h...
We Got Grudges, B!tch
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the recent slew of celebrity lawsuits that have been filed in New York, and they reflec...
Vibe Check Book Club with Matthew Desmond
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this special book club episode of Vibe Check, Saeed, Sam, and Zach talk to author Matthew Desmond about his book, “Poverty, by America”. Plus, ...
The Battle None of You Have Been Waiting For
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about Jack Harlow’s new song “Lovin On Me”, White-boy winter, and the biggest freeway i...
Say It With Your Chest
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach check-in about the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Plus, a few recommendations to help you k...
That Damn Spooky Yoga Class
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach discussed the state of the housing market, and how Airbnb has been a culprit. They also talked abo...
I Put A Spell On You
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Saeed talk about the juicy details of Britney Spears’s new memoir: "The Woman in Me”, and the do’s and ...
I’m Here to Ask the Important Questions
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach discuss the conflict in the Middle East, how it all feels, and the misinformation being spread onli...
Come Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about how the act of ‘coming out’ has changed over time, their personal experiences, and D...
Freedom, Cut Me Loose!
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about Governor Gavin Newsom, the state of celebrity relationships, and divorce. Plus, a few re...
Hot Labor Year
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam and Zach talk about the end of the WGA strike, a looming government shutdown, and Taylor Swift's NFL catch. Plus, a...
Richard Pryor in the Morning? That’s a Sex Act
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about Hasan Minhaj embellishing life experiences for the sake of comedy, and the rise in shopl...
Pumpkin Spice is Not My Ministry
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis’ support of Danny Masterson, Drew Barrymore working thro...
Burning Billionaires
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach catch up on some of the news and pop culture stories from the past few weeks, and they also discuss...
Introducing The Stacks with Traci Thomas
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Stacks is a podcast about books and the people who read them, hosted by Traci Thomas. On this episode, Sam Sanders joins Traci to discuss the hist...
Did AI Write That Song?
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach share their personal picks for this year’s “Song of the Summer.” ---------------------------...
A Special Conversation with Emily King
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this bonus episode of Vibe Check, Sam and musician, Emily King, talk about her new album “Special Occasion”, breakups, and grief. Plus, Emily’...
Your Favorite Armchair Therapists
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 rei...
A Poet’s Worst Nightmare
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 li...
Beam Me Up, Scotty
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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. P...
You Can’t Turn Cotton Candy Into Steak
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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...
All I Have Faith in Is Art, Orgasms, and Friendships
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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....
A Special Conversation with Jenna Wortham
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Life Has Been Lifing Lately
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 re...
Vibe Check LIVE! Featuring Penn Badgley
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Love, Life, and Liquor
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
We’re Sharing War Stories Now
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 B...