On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach talk about the cultural themes and trends that defined 2025.

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On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach discuss the Trump administration’s attempted erasure of World AIDS Day. Then, they talk about the new viral TV show, “Heated Rivalry”. Plus, they share their picks for “the vibes are on, the vibes are off”.

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Saeed’s Poem of the Week: “Devils in America” by Assotto Saint

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On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam Sanders and acclaimed author Priya Parker talk all about her book, The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why it Matters. Plus, Priya answers some questions from listeners.

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On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach talk about the release of the Epstein emails, and how the internet has reacted to them. Then, they offer advice on how to avoid certain conversations during the holidays. Plus, they share their picks for “the vibes are on, the vibes are off”.

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Saeed’s Poem of the Week: “What the Earth Seemed to Say 2020” by Marie Howe

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On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach give listeners Thanksgiving advice about connecting different friend groups, trying new recipes, how to avoid feeling overwhelmed, and much more.

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On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach are joined by trans rights activists, Chase Strangio and Imara Jones, to talk all about Wicked - and why the story has such a significant cultural impact. Plus, they share their picks for “the vibes are on, the vibes are off”.

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Saeed’s Poem of the Week: “Her Kind” by Anne Sexton

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On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach talk to author and activist, adrienne maree brown about how to endure difficult times, finding light and hope in the darkness, and learning to thrive within it.

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On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach are joined by pop culture anthropologist Blakely Thornton, to talk about the Democrats folding in the government shutdown battle. Then, they talk about hot criminals. Plus, they share their picks for “the vibes are on, the vibes are off”.

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Saeed’s Poem of the Week: “Author’s Prayer” by Ilya Kaminksy

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