Episodes

  • Reform or Punish? Jaylee Marie on Prison, Stigma & Hope | Vybe Check Podcast
    Jan 22 2026

    On this episode of Vybe Check, host Shellz sits down with social justice advocate Jaely Marie & Tifferz to discuss life after prison, the failures of the justice system, and the urgent need for true rehabilitation over punishment.

    Jaely Marie shares her personal juvenile arrest story, explains her work building UnlockU to support reentry with housing, jobs and expungement help, and breaks down policy issues like drug convictions, probation/parole and community stigma facing returning citizens.

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    44 mins
  • Max B’s Return, Fetty Wap released, Teen romance ends in DEATH | Vybe Check Podcast
    Jan 18 2026

    Join Shellz & Mr. Morris and Grand (J Ru) as they celebrate wins — a debut movie, a new baby, music comebacks and fashion talk — while keeping the energy high and the laughs coming.

    They cover music news (Max B, Fetty Wap, J. Cole), pop culture, podcast growth and plans for fashion-forward episodes, plus shout-outs and upcoming guests.

    They also address a serious Jersey news story about teen violence and gun access, urging community responsibility and a call to protect and guide the next generation. This episode is all about CURRENT EVENTS!

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    39 mins
  • Home After 15 Years: A Raw Roselle Testimony
    Jan 14 2026

    In this episode, D-Groove returns home after a 15+ year sentence and sits with the Jerry to tell his story. He reflects on growing up in Roselle, the changes he sees in his neighborhood and masculinity, and memories from back street life.

    They discuss prison experiences..including time at Bayside,losing family, and the toll on mental health. D-Groove offers practical advice for people coming home: stay busy, get a job and a license, keep close to family, and think before reacting.

    The episode also previews a planned documentary to record their community’s history and honors those lost, with a focus on breaking generational curses and building a better future.

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    35 mins
  • 50 Cent Drama,Proposals and Podcast Power Moves: Vybe Check Podcast
    Jan 7 2026

    The hosts kick off 2026 talking engagements, public proposals and celebrity drama, weighing in on Young Thug and G Herbo.

    They discuss Fat Joe and Jada’s growing podcast success and a major Netflix deal, the rise of podcasts over traditional TV, and the impact of AI in entertainment.

    The episode also covers the 50 Cent/rap beef, upcoming Vybe Check plans, and the hosts’ New Year intentions to stay consistent and level up in 2026.

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    22 mins
  • From Streets to Self-Love: A Candid Men's Conversation
    Dec 17 2025

    Shellz, Ricky and Cuddie B host a candid, high-energy roundtable about vulnerability, relationships, fatherhood, and the pressures of social media full of humor, stories, and blunt advice.

    They cover co-pilots vs. passenger partners, parenting challenges, self-improvement, brotherhood, and the realities of growing up and growing into better men.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Diddy’s Doc, Top 25 Rap songs, 6ix9ine Rumors & Raw, Wild Podcast Moments
    Dec 13 2025

    Vybe Check crew run through a freewheeling episode starting with a mental health check, then debating the top rap songs of 2025, favorite rappers, and viral tracks.

    Conversation jumps to hot topics like Drake and Lil Durk, 6ix9ine rumors, the Diddy documentary and 50 Cent’s reaction, plus worries about AI, Tesla bots and the future of technology.

    They close with sports talk (NBA teams, CP3 and LeBron), streaming milestones, college slate moves like Toosie heading to College to play football, and plenty of unfiltered studio banter.

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    56 mins
  • Child Support, Toxic Families & Co-Parenting Chaos: WHO’S REALLY THE PROBLEM? | Vybe Check
    Nov 27 2025

    In this episode of Vybe Check, we dive deep into the real conversations about parenthood, relationships, co-parenting, and the drama behind child support. Why do some mothers put fathers on child support? Are dads being unfairly targeted or just held accountable? And how much of it is really about the kids… versus the breakup?

    We break down:

    • The emotional side of child support

    • Co-parenting struggles no one talks about

    • When child support is necessary and when it’s weaponized

    • Why relationships fall apart after a baby

    • The difference between a financial parent and a present parent

    • Family Dynamics

    • Solutions that actually WORK in 2025

    Whether you're a parent, expecting a child, or just love real talk, this episode is full of honest perspectives, tough questions, and moments that will spark debate. Let’s check the vybe. Tap in. 🎙️🔥

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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • Engaged, Expecting, and Everything In Between | Vybe Check Podcast
    Nov 19 2025

    Shellz and Tiffany (Tifferz) catch up on lost footage, their surprise engagement, and the ups and downs of pregnancy. They share candid moments about the proposal, baby kicks, parenting expectations, and fears about labor all with humor and heartfelt honesty.

    Expect laughter, real talk about relationships, and uplifting messages for future parents.

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    51 mins