On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach discuss mass layoffs hitting the federal government. Then, they dissect a recently published letter from the New York Times, which poses the question: can dating women of color solve my racism? Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.

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Recommendations:

SAM: The Year of the Slug - Caroline Rose

ZACH: Kelela’s “In The Blue Light”

SAEED: Just the Wind for a Sound, Softly Carl Phillips

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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” for Trump, and why the Democratic party has seemingly not pushed back against Trump’s latest political moves. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.

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Recommendations:

SAM: Nickel Boys

ZACH: Companion

TIM: Bands on Coachella list and “The Sluts” by Dennis Cooper

The Bulwark Podcast

The Sam Sanders Show

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On this special episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed, and Zach recap Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX halftime performance.

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