Vybe Check Podcast

Hosts JRU and Shellz open with a candid conversation about grieving their uncle and the strange emotions that come with distant family loss, stressing the importance of reconnecting and keeping family bonds alive.
They discuss practical ways to rebuild family ties—small gatherings, reunions, and even the idea of a shared compound—then shift to broader life themes like sacrifice for success, the effects of fame and money, and reactions to current pop-culture moments.
The episode wraps with takes on Drake’s streaming release, legal updates involving artists, and the Meek Mill vs. Akademiks dispute, ending on a positive ‘vybe check’ and a call to stay connected and focused.

Shellz and his longtime neighbor Li share a messy, hilarious seafood mukbang while diving into real conversations about adulting, independence, peer pressure, family, and relationships.
They also discuss gym and body goals, building credit and a business, and swap local seafood spot tips — all served with candid humor and unfiltered moments.

Vybe Check returns with hosts Big Ru and Shellz reflecting on Lil Durk acquittal, federal cases, and the realities of street loyalty, prison, and second chances.
They also cover music news, tech (the new iPhone Duo), personal growth, welcome young guest Makizzy, and call for sponsors, guests, and community support as they commit to weekly episodes.

Life doesn’t always go the way we planned—and sometimes, growing up means accepting some hard truths.
On this episode of Vybe Check, we’re having a real conversation about life, personal growth, losing people, purpose, and taking responsibility for where we are.
We’re asking the questions many of us avoid:
🔥 Does life owe us anything?🔥 When is it time to let people go?🔥 Are we actually chasing our dreams—or just talking about them?🔥 Are we living for ourselves or for other people’s approval?🔥 Is it ever too late to start over?🔥 What would you tell your 18-year-old self?
This isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about having the conversation.
Watch the episode, tell us what you think, and let us know in the comments:

Shellz , Hov , & Jru have a candid conversation about what it means to be a father — exploring roles like provider, leader and presence, and how anyone can step into a father figure role.
They share personal stories about becoming parents, grieving loved ones, the pressure on men to stay strong, and why expressing emotion and seeking help matters.
The episode also offers practical takeaways on co-parenting, financial literacy, breaking generational curses, and book recommendations to help men grow and lead.

This episode brings the crew ,Bri from The Air Bubble Podcast and Jerry into a candid discussion about whether anyone is truly "okay" when facing grief, burnout, and everyday pressures.
They unpack coping strategies, men’s mental health, kindness versus weakness, setting boundaries, cutting ties with toxic family, forgiveness, respect, and protecting your peace through personal stories and blunt advice.
Honest, emotional, and practical — this conversation is about surviving life’s challenges and learning to look out for yourself.

Shellz and Jerry return on Vybe check after a short break to discuss big headlines and personal updates. They break down LeBron James' surprising move to the 76ers, recap Hot 97 Summer Jam and local house festival scenes, share life updates including a family loss, and tease upcoming serious conversations about mental health and fatherhood.

Shellz and Jruski break down a brutal heat wave, summer events and the Scan the Room networking vybe, while reacting to industry drama—from Sauce Walker vs. Ray J to the Gucci Mane incident—and highlights from the BET Awards.
They also dive into personal topics like mental health, arranged vs. formal marriages and fatherhood, celebrate comebacks in boxing and streaming, and close with quick sports talk and summer plans.

Shellz and guests, including Jruski and Global Chef Bus, & Bri from the Air Bubble Podcast talk on family, loss, health checkups, parenting and the risks of posting kids online.
The conversation moves through friendship boundaries between men and women, finances, food, travel stories and candid life advice — a raw, humorous and heartfelt episode.

Shellz and JRu ride the high of the Knicks’ 2026 championship — banter, MVP praise, parade plans and the raw city energy after a 53‑year wait. The episode captures the jubilation, the street stories, and the communal pride as New York comes alive.
They pivot to a serious conversation about the fatal stabbing involving 17‑year‑old Karmelo Anthony, bullying, racial disparities in sentencing, and how parents, schools and communities must respond. The hosts invite deeper dialogue, callers and future episodes to unpack justice, accountability and healing.