Vibe Check
Zach Stafford, Saeed JonesA 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.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 253 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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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 t... more
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... more
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.
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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.
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Apple Podcasts5Linda55
United Statesa month 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 Podcasts5RC.or.somethingUnited Statesa month ago - Favorite podcast by far
Ya’ll are incredible. Much love and gratitude. Listening makes me feel sane in an insane world.
Apple Podcasts5NW135United Statesa month 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 Podcasts3treshyyUnited Statesa month 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 Podcasts5Vaquera76United States2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #229 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #220 |  South Korea/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #224 |  South Africa/Society & Culture |
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What is Vibe Check about and what kind of topics does it cover?
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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These podcasts share a similar audience with Vibe Check:
1. The Sam Sanders Show
2. It's Been a Minute
3. Pop Culture Happy Hour
4. Culture Study Podcast
5. Keep It!
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Vibe Check launched 4 years ago and published 253 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. Jess Michaels
2. Sam Sanders
3. David Begore
4. Fran Tirado
5. Justin Jones
6. Isaac Fitzgerald
7. Symone Sanders-Townsend
8. Simone Sanders Townsend
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