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Two Guys Talking About Records - A Vinyl Community Podcast

Jim Gleason and Steve Carlson, Bleav

Steve Carlson and Jim Gleason. A vinyl collector and a record store owner. For several years now, Steve has been visiting Jim"s store every Sunday afternoon to chat about records, music and whatever else came to mind. These visits morphed into a Podcast... And now, you can join their weekly chats, as they discuss all things vinyl. From classic albums to new releases and Record Store Day Exclusives. It’s your everything Vinyl Community Podcast.

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00:59:03

2026 New Vinyl Resolutions | EP 143

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2026/01/05

New Year - New Spins! Kick off 2026 with Steve and Jim as they dive into their personal New Vinyl Resolutions for the year ahead. Will Steve purge? Will Jim get to the boxes in the store's back room? And what about new box sets? They also react to the shocking (but kinda poetic) shutdown of MTV's music channels across Europe on New Year's Eve—who knew those nostalgic spins on MTV 80s and 90s were still a thing? Plus, the guys geek out over their latest crate digs and recent additions to the

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01:06:30

Best of '25 / Network News | EP 142

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2025/12/29

Big news this week on Two Guys Talking About Records! Jim & Steve are now officially a part of the BLEAV Podcast Network! The Guys give some background on the network and look ahead at what this means for the show. Then, they wrap up the year in style with their 'Best Of' additions to the collections throughout 2025! Plus, as always, we'll spin through our latest pickups.Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit

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00:58:04

Customer Service Record | EP 141

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2025/12/22

This week, we're flipping the script a bit and diving into the often overlooked but totally crucial side of vinyl hunting: customer service. Whether it's that magical interaction with a knowledgeable clerk in a brick-and-mortar shop that leads you to hidden gems, or navigating the highs and lows of online buying – from lightning-fast shipping to those 'where's my record?' moments – Steve and Jim share stories, pet peeves, and tips from both sides of the counter. Plus, as always, we'll spin through

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00:57:42

The Algorithm Mixtape | EP 140 of Two Guys Talking...

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2025/12/15

It's all about the Algorithm this week on Two Guys Talking About Records! In this episode, Jim & Steve break down (in plain English, no computer science degree required) how Spotify and YouTube figure out what you’ll like next — from collaborative filtering to analyzing every beat, mood, and skip you’ve ever made. Then we stack it up against the sacred art of the handmade mix-tape: the late-night sequencing sessions, the Sharpie calligraphy, the unspoken rules of flow, and that nervous

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00:58:53

Vinyl Evolution | EP 139 of Two Guys Talking About...

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2025/12/08

As we grow older, our musical tastes and collection attitudes seem to change. This week, Steve and Jim bring in a special guest to hit on this topic. Joining the Two Guys is Steve from the VC Channel AisForAliceBisForBob. Jim also has some info on a misspress release from Record Store Day Black Friday.Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y

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00:58:48

Rhino Taking On RSD? | EP 138 of Two Guys Talking...

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2025/12/01

It's a post-RSDBF wrap up this week on Two Guys! Steve and Jim give their thoughts on the big day from both the customer and store owner perspectives! Then the dive into the newly announced Rhino 'Start Your Ear Off Right" releases and ask if the big label is trying to imitate Record Store Day with their twice-a-year event and the hype they generate beforehand. They also cover their most recent additions to their collections.Hear the music we discuss on this episode's -

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00:56:24

Everybody Must Get Dylan | EP 137 of Two Guys Talking...

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2025/11/24

He's not an artist either of the Two Guys claim to be experts on... But even so, this week Jim & Steve dive into all things Bob Dylan. From working their way into his huge catalog to their favorite albums, they give their spins. Jim also has an update on Record Store Day Black Friday from an owner's perspective and he and Steve discuss some new Ozzy/Sabbath release news. They also cover their most recent additions to their collections.Hear the music we discuss on this episode's -

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00:58:06

Gotta Have The FUNK! | EP 136 of Two Guys Talking...

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2025/11/17

We got the FUNK! (Well... Steve does, at least) This week, the Two Guys get funky with the grooviest of musical genres as they trace the history of Funk! They also work to tie into other cross-funk genres as well! They also cover their most recent additions to their collections.Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y

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00:57:28

RSD vs Too Many Records | EP 135 of Two Guys Talking...

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2025/11/10

"Don't bite the hand that feeds you". That old saying seems somewhat appropriate regarding a current controversy involving the Record Store Day organization and one small, independent record store. This week, Steve and Jim try to dissect both sides of the story and also dive deeper into the issues behind it. (the ever-evolving RSD lists) They also cover their most recent additions to their collections.Hear the music we discuss on this episode's -

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01:00:31

Irreplaceable Albums | EP 134 of Two Guys Talking...

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2025/11/03

Is it because an album is very rare or unique? Or maybe it's just a special emotional connection... This week, Steve and Jim dive into some of the records in their collections that they consider "irreplaceable". They also cover their most recent additions to their collections.Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y

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00:54:32

Scary Album Covers | EP 133 of Two Guys Talking About...

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2025/10/26

BOO! It's the Halloween Season and this week, the Two Guys show off some of their scariest album covers! (well.. scary, by decades old standards, at least) Steve and Jim also cover their most recent additions to their collections and Jim has an update on a couple Record Store Day Black Friday releases.Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y

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00:54:32

Fictional Artists | EP 132 of Two Guys Talking About...

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2025/10/26

Is this the real world?!? This week, the Two Guys question reality with a deep dive into the spins of Fictional Artists and Bands! From those created for movies and television to the alter-egos of superstars, they sift through the phonies that are also fantastic! They also cover their most recent pickups.Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y

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00:54:32

Fictional Artists | EP 132 of Two Guys Talking About...

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2025/10/19

Is this the real world?!? This week, the Two Guys question reality with a deep dive into the spins of Fictional Artists and Bands! From those created for movies and television to the alter-egos of superstars, they sift through the phonies that are also fantastic! They also cover their most recent pickups.Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y

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01:07:18

The PURGE! | EP 131 of Two Guys Talking About Records

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2025/10/12

Join Jim and Steve on Two Guys Talking About Records as they dive into their latest episode - 'The Purge - Vinyl Community,' a raw look at why collectors part with their beloved vinyl. From Jim's 1997 move to Steve's devastating 2020 Midland flood, we explore the emotional and practical reasons behind purging—space, moves, money, or just a reset. With Steve now facing a space crunch (and still buying records!), we unpack the highs and lows of letting go.Jim also has some thoughts on

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01:10:51

Record Store Day Black Friday List! | EP 130 of Two...

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2025/10/05

Buckle up, vinyl aficionados - it's that time of year again when the holiday shopping frenzy meets the holy grail of limited-edition wax. In this can't-miss episode of Two Guys Talking About Records, Steve and Jim dive headfirst into the freshly dropped Record Store Day Black Friday 2025 list, breaking down over 100 killer releases hitting indie shops on November 28th. They also cover their most recent pickups - and Jim has yet another mini-rant over the new Taylor Swift release.Hear the

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01:02:58

Garage Rock! | EP 129 of Two Guys Talking About Records

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2025/09/28

Crank up the amps and join the Two Guys as they dive into the raw, unpolished chaos of mid-1960s garage rock! This episode explores the genre’s peak from 1963–1968, when teenage bands across North America churned out fuzzy, three-chord anthems in suburban garages, fueled by surf rock and the British Invasion. We unpack the DIY spirit, snarling vocals, and lo-fi grit that set garage rock apart from polished pop-rock and psychedelic excess. Steve and Jim also cover their most recent pickups - and Jim

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00:59:13

Picture Discs! | EP 128 of Two Guys Talking About...

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2025/09/21

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then what would a picture disc be worth? A thousand spins? (that would really kill the sound quality!) On this week's episode, Steve & Jim explore picture discs! They cover everything from the history - to the complaints over sound quality. They also show off some of the speciality discs from their collections. The Guys also cover a news item regarding the invisible Bob Dylan and cover their most recent pickups.Hear the music we discuss on this

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01:00:20

Sealed For Your Protection | EP 127 of Two Guys...

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2025/09/14

To OPEN or leave sealed.. that is the question! This week, Steve and Jim tackle the sometimes controversial issue of opening sealed records - especially older ones! Things wrap with Jim opening the seal on what could be a 60 year old Kinks album! They also cover their most recent pick-ups and pass along some Pink Floyd anniversary news!Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y

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00:59:16

The Birth of Punk | EP 126 of Two Guys Talking About...

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2025/09/07

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Two Guys Talking About Records Podcast! Join Steve and Jim as they dive into the gritty, rebellious beginnings of punk rock in the 1970s. They kick things off exploring early influences, then spotlight the proto-punk era with Michigan trailblazers like The Stooges and Death (the Hackney Brothers). From there, they trace the birth of punk itself, hitting the iconic scenes at New York’s CBGB and the explosive London punk movement. Get ready for a wild ride through

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01:05:44

Vinyl Tariffs?!? - & The Rocktober List | EP 125 of...

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2025/08/31

Fall is in the air this week on Two Guys! Steve and Jim welcome the season - AND the newly released Rhino Rocktober list of reissues! The guys also discuss the confusion over new US tariffs and how they might affect vinyl sales and shipping from overseas. They also cover their most recent pickups - including a ... chewy one from Jim.Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y

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