On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach sit down with award-winning journalist and friend of the show, Spencer Ackerman to discuss Trump’s invasion of Venezuela. Then, they share their picks for a special edition of “the vibes are on, the vibes are off”
Spencer’s Newsletter: https://www.forever-wars.com/
About Spencer’s next book: https://www.forever-wars.com/book-two-majid-khan-iran-troops/
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Saeed’s Poem of the Week: “Sadiq” by Brian Turner
Jan 28th 2026 - Boston Live Show: https://www.bso.org/events/vibe-check-live-with-special-guest-carlos-simon?performance=2026-01-28-18%3A00
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