Vibe Check Book Club with Matthew Desmond

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Vibe Check Book Club with Matthew Desmond

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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, Matthew answers a few listener questions.We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com, and keep in touch with us on Instagram at @samsanders, @theferocity, and @zachstaff.

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A weekly podcast where Sam Sanders, 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.

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Come Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are: 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 Drake’s history of misogyny. Plus, a few recommendations to help you keep your vibe right. We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com, and keep in touch with us on Instagram at @samsanders, @theferocity, and @zachstaff. by Vibe Check
55 min listen
Choose Your Fighter: On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the attack on Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi’s husband, Paul Pelosi, the rise of political violence, and 2023 Oscar predictions. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. by Vibe Check
42 min listen
Wesley Morris, or Wesley Snipes?: 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, The Color Purple, and Mean Girls. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com, and keep in touch with us on Instagram and Threads @samsanders, @theferocity, and @zachstaff. by Vibe Check
50 min listen
Not Funny Ha-Ha, Funny Weird: On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about mass layoffs, the current economic crisis, and poorly-rated reality show, 'The Real Friends of WeHo'. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. by Vibe Check
47 min listen
Mercury Needs To Sit Its A$$ Down Somewhere: On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about migrants being used as political pawns, and celebrate the 25th anniversary of two iconic albums: Mariah Carey’s “Butterfly” and Janet Jackson’s “The Velvet Rope”. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. by Vibe Check
40 min listen
My Spiritual Finger Is Wagging: 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 accept contact from an ex. We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com, and keep in touch with us on Instagram and Threads @samsanders, @theferocity, and @zachstaff. by Vibe Check
37 min listen
Life Has Been Lifing Lately: 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. We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com, and keep in touch with us on Instagram and Threads @samsanders, @theferocity, and @zachstaff. by Vibe Check
59 min listen
I Stand In Exhausted Solidarity: On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach talk about the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and the trend of ‘outing’ politicians. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. by Vibe Check
55 min listen
Welcome to Tip Check: Description: 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 and how their relationship to the month has changed throughout the years. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right. We want to hear from you! Email us at vibecheck@stitcher.com, and keep in touch with us on Instagram and Threads @samsanders, @theferocity, and @zachstaff. Recommendations: SAM: Chappell Roan, Madame Web and This Is Me…Now SAEED: The Weary Blues by Langston Hughes ZACH: Car iphone mount by Vibe Check
58 min listen
In Case of Emergency - Break Glass: 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. by Vibe Check
54 min listen
TBRCon2023 Panel: The Rise of Indie Horror (with Tim Meyer, Hailey Piper, Jonathan Janz, Chad Lutzke, Candace Nola & Zach Rosenberg) by SFF Addicts
78 min listen
The Holiday Hottie Survival Guide: On this special episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach share their best tips on how to keep your vibe right during the holiday season. by Vibe Check
46 min listen

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