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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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01:06:38

Iconic Concept Albums Uncovered! | EP 124 of Two Guys...

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2025/08/24

Get ready for a musical journey! In Episode 124 of Two Guys Talking About Records, Steve & Jim spin their favorite concept albums—records with epic stories and themes, from prog-rock classics to modern gems! Discover iconic albums like The Wall and Tommy, plus the latest vinyl treasures added to their collections. Subscribe for weekly vinyl talk and crate-digging adventures!Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here

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00:57:26

The Psychology of Collecting - Episode 123 of Two...

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2025/08/17

Why DO we collect records? That's the existential question this week's episode of Two Guys. Joining Steve & Jim is guest Dr. David Baskind, a Professor of Psychology - AND a record collector! As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with of some of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can listen in as

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00:58:32

Spinning in the 21st Century - Episode 122 of Two...

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2025/08/10

This week's episode feels like Two OLD Guys Talking About Records! Steve and Jim marvel at the fact we're now a quarter of the way through this century! (seems like 2000 was just a few years back?!?) They get off their rockers for long enough to discuss some favorite albums of the past 25 years... And are hopeful about seeing what the next 25 will bring!As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y

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00:58:29

SPACE: The Vinyl Frontier - Episode 121 of Two Guys...

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2025/08/03

The Two Guys get 'Spaced Out' this week with trippy discussion of their favorite SPACE ROCK albums! It's an interesting sub-genre of Psyche Rock - with Sci-Fi themed music and lyrics - but also with ties to more modern Shoegaze! Steve and Jim dig deep into their collections to show off some favorites. They also cover their most recent pickups.As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y

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00:59:48

OZZY & Black Sabbath - Episode 120 of Two Guys...

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2025/07/27

The music world was rocked by the recent death of an icon. On this week's episode of Two Guys, Steve & Jim look through their collections at the Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath that have had an impact. They also delve into the extended "Sabbath Family Tree" for some other releases.As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with of some of the albums and songs

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00:43:53

Secret Spots & Honey Holes - Episode 119 of Two Guys...

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2025/07/20

Jim is on vacation this week - but that doesn't stop the Two Guys from Talking About Records! This break has also given him a chance to visit one of his favorite (and long time) secret spots to pick up vinyl! Steve also chimes in with some stories of his favorite go-to "honey holes" where he's found some great albums. As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with of

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01:02:19

The Sophomore Slump - Episode 118 of Two Guys Talking...

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2025/07/13

With the much anticipated release of the new Wet Leg, Jim & Steve share their apprehension about the band's second release prior to hearing the whole album. This leads to a bigger discussion of the so-called "Sophomore Slump" some artists have experienced after a very successful debut hit. Jim also shares another vinyl mystery - this time it's a rare "Rolling Stones" 45 he'd traded for. The 2 Guys also cover their most recent pickups.As always,

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01:01:36

Weird Records w/ Off The Beaten Tracks - Episode 117...

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2025/07/06

Things get a bit weird this week on the show... So much so, we have a special guest to help spin through it! The 2 Guys are joined by Darrell from the Vinyl Community Channel Off The Beaten Tracks! Darrell, Steve & Jim go through some of the most ...unique... albums in their collections. They also cover their most recent pickups.As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with of some

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00:51:38

Chill Out, Man... Episode 116 of Two Guys Talking...

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2025/06/29

After a very busy couple of weeks, the Two Guys are in need of some spins to mellow themselves out... Steve & Jim discuss some of their go-to music when some relaxation is called for. They also cover their most recent pickups!As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with of some of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can listen in as

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00:44:16

Rocky Mountain Hi - Episode 115 of Two Guys Talking...

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2025/06/22

ROAD TRIP! On this week's episode of Two Guys Talking About Records, Steve and Jim are re-united for their weekly chat! Although they didn't get a chance to visit any record stores, they still managed to find some time to sit down... and talk about records!As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotif⁠⁠y Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with of some of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can listen in as

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00:45:56

Wilson, Sly & a BIG Pickup - Episode 114 of Two Guys...

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2025/06/15

This week, Steve and Jim look back at the contributions to the world of music by of both Brian Wilson and Sly Stone. That moves into a discussion of some songs that always remind us of Summertime. Finally, in their most recent pickups, Jim has a MAJOR find added to his collection.As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotify Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with of some of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can

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00:50:27

Summertime Vinyl Blues - Episode 113 of Two Guys...

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2025/06/08

On this week's episode of Two Guys, Steve and Jim discuss how the Summer Season cuts into the quality time spent spinning Vinyl. They also look at some vintage (and current) options for portability. Vinyl Me Please is also back in the news, and Jim samples a.. unique Michigan album of 'Traditional Greek Disco' that showed up in the store.As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotify Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with of

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00:49:59

Catching Up - Episode 112 of Two Guys Talking About...

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2025/06/01

Did you miss us? - We're back! (no pencils, though) After a brief hiatus, Steve and Jim are back with a new episode of 2 Guys Talking About Records! And they've got a little catching up to do... especially with their recent pickups! Jim also has a follow up on his Michigan mystery 45 and teases a new, strange genre mix for next week. The Guys also discuss the latest news on Taylor Swift's back catalog - and what that might mean for collectors of her vinyl.As always,

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00:13:06

Just One Guy - Episode 111 of Two Guys Talking About...

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2025/05/18

The Pre-Memorial Day work load has gotten the better of Steve this week, so you're stuck with just One Guy Talking About A Record! Jim is by himself this time around, and has an abbreviated episode of Two Guys... He covers a short list of recent pickups (Michigan stuff!) and then covers a mystery Michigan 45 that showed up at the store. He's looking for an information on the artists and release he can find.As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotify

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00:51:39

Seismic Garage Sales - Episode 110 of Two Guys...

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2025/05/11

Did you just feel the earth move? Well, that might have been either Metallica or Lady Gaga! It's a lighter week for the Two Guys, as Steve and Jim discuss a few different topics. Following their most recent pickups, they look at two recent live concerts that have made history. They also discuss the sometimes futile - sometimes surprising hunt for vinyl at garage sales.As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotify

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00:55:35

VMP Falls ~ Pompeii Rises - Episode 109 of Two Guys...

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2025/05/04

The Two Guys cover two subjects on this week's episode. First, with the official release of the Pink Floyd Pompeii album, Jim wonders if last year's sale of the band's catalog and rights might affect the production of new bootleg Floyd albums. Then, the guys dive into the Vinyl Me Please debacle. As the subscription label begins to liquidate, (not quite a bankruptcy) some customers could be out thousands of dollars. Steve and Jim also cover their most recent collection pickups.As always,

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00:56:50

Eye of the Beholder - Episode 108 of Two Guys Talking...

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2025/04/27

Cool album cover art is the topic this week on 2 Guys Talking About Records! Steve and Jim show off some of their favorite works of art - that just happen to be great records as well. The discussion also ask whether a great cover can lead you to newly discovered music. They also cover their most recent pickups.As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotify Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with of some of the albums and songs discussed in this

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00:58:46

How Many Copies of That?!? - Episode 107 of Two Guys...

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2025/04/20

This week, the Two Guys question their sanity when it comes to collecting multiple copies of an album. How many are too many? Things like cover variants and pressings from different countries complicate matters. As do the occasional lawsuit! Jim and Steve also cover their most recent pickups.As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotify Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with of some of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can

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00:42:34

Record Store Day Recovery - Episode 106 of Two Guys...

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2025/04/13

Both Jim & Steve are in recovery mode after a successful Record Store Day... but just for different reasons. On this week's episode, the 2 Guys recap the big day. They also cover their most recent pickups. (spoiler: Steve's are all from RSD!)As always, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here for the Spotify Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with of some of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can listen in as

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00:56:25

Happy Record Store Day '25! - Episode 105 of Two Guys...

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2025/04/06

Happy #RSD25 from Two Guys Talking About Records! Well... technically speaking, we're recording this the week before Record Store Day. On this week'e episode, Steve & Jim give their thoughts about the big day - and pass along some tips for those who may be new to the event! They also congratulate the WINNER of the Essential Albums Tournament! Could there be an upset? The Guys also share their latest pickups and look forward to a July release from a surprising new(ish) band!As always,

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