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A weekly podcast where 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. 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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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 ... more

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, ... more

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 hardn... more

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... more

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Recent Guests

Beronda Montgomery
Scientist and author featured as a guest discussing When Trees Testify
Montgomery Lab/Academic affiliations not explicitly named in transcript
Episode: The Trees Saw Everything
Camonghne Felix
Writer, poet, political strategist
Author of Let the Poets Govern
Episode: Girl, Change Your Mind
Julian Shapiro-Barnum
Creator/host known for Recess Therapy and Celebrity Substitute
Recess Therapy, Celebrity Substitute
Episode: What Kids Know That Burned-Out Adults Don't
Dr. Jack Halberstam
Professor from Columbia University; author
Columbia University
Episode: Is Success Ruining Everything?
Jess Michaels
Epstein survivor and advocate
Epstein survivors network, advocacy work
Episode: What We Get Wrong About Epstein
Sam Sanders
Sister show host who contributed via clip
NPR/Sister network
Episode: We Caused a Divorce?
David Begore
Listener who shared a personal voice memo
Listener community
Episode: We Caused a Divorce?
Fran Tirado
Editor and queer media figure; founder of Doll Invasion
Doll Invasion, Them Magazine, Out Magazine
Episode: How the Internet Lost Its Taste
Justin Jones
Representative from Tennessee
Tennessee House of Representatives
Episode: There’s Always Another Basement In Hell

Hosts

Saeed Jones
Host with deep background in culture and LGBTQ advocacy; frequent commentator on race, sexuality, and media.
Zach Stafford
Co-host known for political and cultural analysis with a focus on community perspectives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.8k ratings
  • The over 300,000 black women who were fired

    You mentioned this in one of your podcast and I’m wondering what’s the latest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linda55
    United States2 months ago
  • Episode w/ Fran Tirado

    Loved Zach’s conversation with Fran! As always—meaningful, insightful, and recentering.

    Love y’all’s work and look forward to every new episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RC.or.something
    United States2 months ago
  • Favorite podcast by far

    Ya’ll are incredible. Much love and gratitude. Listening makes me feel sane in an insane world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NW135
    United States2 months ago
  • No need for fascist sympathizers

    Love this pod but can we not talk about Trump voters & their regrets & feelings 🙄 I don’t care about the opinions or regrets of fascist. They can suffer like the rest of us. I mean - it’s their fault.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    treshyy
    United States2 months ago
  • Not as good as it used to be

    I’ve enjoyed and looked forward to this podcast weekly for years but lately it has become a bummer. Y’all have become so negative. I know the world is going to hell in a hand basket but it seems like you look for things to complain about. Like every subject… what can we find wrong with it?? It makes me miss Sam because I feel like he tried to keep a positive vibe. I’m still listening but you make it hard sometimes!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vaquera76
    United States2 months ago

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Guests consistently elevate conversations on culture and politics.
Thoughtful, empathetic discussions with heart and humor.
Audience feels connected and heard through honest dialogue.
Missing the earlier trio energy, but the duo still offers sharp insights.

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What Kids Know That Burned-Out Adults Don't
Q: Did you expect the Internet to evolve into mainstream television, and how has Outside Tonight fit into that evolution?
He describes the shift from a pure internet project to a funded, hybrid approach where outdoor, audience-facing late-night content is treated with the seriousness of traditional TV while retaining digital accessibility.
What Kids Know That Burned-Out Adults Don't
Q: What made you go to younger people to answer these questions?
Julian explains that the pandemic and the creative process pushed him toward authentic conversations with children, who bring unfiltered perspectives that he found rich and surprisingly insightful for exploring big ideas.
The End of the World Is Never the End
Q: What did you think when you realized the February reading forecast matched real events?
Chani acknowledged that while she doesn't want to fear-mmonger, the planetary signals were vivid and aligned with real-world tensions, particularly with war and political upheaval; she stressed the need for caution and preparedness.
What We Get Wrong About Epstein
Q: Jess, how did you begin to connect with other survivors and advocates, and what did that process look like?
It started with a single article, reaching out to a private investigator and therapist; over time we connected at rallies and a press conference, and organizations like World Without Exploitation helped coordinate efforts and unify our coalition.
How the Internet Lost Its Taste
Q: Why is Doll Invasion important beyond being a party?
Doll Invasion is a model for coalition-building and inclusive cultural production: it centers trans leadership, funds queer art via a nonprofit, and uses nightlife as a political act to foster community and visibility.

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A frequent roundtable discussion blends politics, culture, and personal storytelling with a focus on contemporary issues affecting communities at the intersection of identity and media. Episodes often unpack how AI, tech, and digital culture shape everyday life, while also foregrounding LGBTQ+ perspectives, survivor narratives, and civil rights concerns. The show uniquely pairs sharp analysis with warmth and humor, frequently hosting voices from journalism, literature, advocacy, and public policy to illuminate how public conversations translate into personal decisions and social change.

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1. The Sam Sanders Show
2. It's Been a Minute
3. Code Switch
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Vibe Check launched 4 years ago and published 259 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Vibe Check include:

1. Beronda Montgomery
2. Camonghne Felix
3. Julian Shapiro-Barnum
4. Dr. Jack Halberstam
5. Jess Michaels
6. Sam Sanders
7. David Begore
8. Fran Tirado

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