On this episode of Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed and Zach talk about hurricanes, and the misinformation that has been spread by politicians. Then, in the spirit of spooky season, they talk about our culture’s shifting relationship with witchcraft. Plus, a few recommendations to keep your vibe right.
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Feb 27
American Music Was Birthed in the Black Church
On this episode of Vibe Check LIVE, Saeed and Zach head to Boston for a special live taping with special guest, classical composer Carlos Simon. They talk about Carlos writing music for America’s 250th anniversary, how faith and spirituality shape his work, his newest piece, Good ... Show More
55m 21s
Feb 25
The Politics of Pretending to be Apolitical
On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach break down the political drama surrounding the Berlin Film Festival 2026 (Berlinale). Then, they dive into Tyra Banks and the new documentary Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model, unpacking how the show’s cruelty reflected i ... Show More
1h 2m
Feb 20
Difficulty Isn’t a Wall, It’s a Doorway
On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed speaks to author Namwali Serpell about her new book, On Morrison. They talk about their personal relationships to Toni Morrison’s work, the shortcomings of academic approaches to teaching literature, why difficult books are worth the effort, a ... Show More
44m 45s
Dec 2024
All About Urban Legends - The Paranormal Podcast 864
Bloody Mary, The 27 Club, Paul Is Dead...these are just a few urban legends we talk about in this episode on urban legends.Our guest is Gail DeVos and you can find her recent book on the subject, The Watkins Book on Urban Legends, at Amazon: https://amzn.to/4fUEOpjThanks Gail!--J ... Show More
39m 48s
Jun 2024
Haunted with Ghost Huns Podcast
We’ve just met our English counterparts, Hannah Byczkowski and Susie Preece of Ghost Huns Podcast. They’re spooky, they’re hilarious and somehow, after dozens of encounters… they’re SKEPTICS?! Either way, we’ve decided that the four of us are going to team up and do a paranormal ... Show More
1h 3m
Feb 2025
Episode 310 - The Telepathy Tapes
There is a group of people who are living amongst us, who openly, freely, and easily read minds. We binged The Telepathy Tapes, a new podcast by Ky Dickens , and our minds are reeling at the potential of accessing telepathy, the collective consciousness, and the astral plane. How ... Show More
1h 15m
Oct 2024
We Know What Your House Really Looks Like
Subscribe to Mamamia Britney’s Spears' latest wedding and the rise of ‘sologamy’. Confused? Don't worry, we explain. Plus, has the US exported it's abortion politics all the way to Australia? This week, it seems yes. We unpack why the conversation about abortion laws is ramping ... Show More
40m 37s
Sep 2025
Episode 340 - Pamola: The Wandering Spirit of Mt. Katahdin
High on Maine’s Mt. Katahdin, the Appalachian Trail ends in a place wrapped in mystery—and haunted by a storm spirit. Hikers whisper about sudden fog, eerie moans in the wind, and the sense of eyes watching from the Knife’s Edge ridge. The Wabanaki people know who it is: Pamola, ... Show More
1h 2m
Mar 2025
Episode 311 - Appalachia | Lore and Superstitions (Part 1)
If you see something, no you didn't. If you hear something, no you didn't. We are diving into one of the most haunted places in the world: the Appalachian Mountain Range. These ancient mountains contain secrets, curses, beats, and cannibals. It's a place where you must rely on al ... Show More
1h 16m
Jun 2022
The Haunted Farmhouse (ft. Shelby Scott) – Ep. 29
Stories in this episode:- Having a Drink with a Dead Man, by Leti - David's Shadow, by Rachel- My Abduction Story, by emodrakefan- 200 Year Old Haunted Farmhouse, by ctenc001- The Red Light, by Tanu - My Stories, by AshleyBe sure to check out Shelby Scott's podcast at scareyoutos ... Show More
49m 58s