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Two Guys Talking About Records - A Vinyl Community Podcast

Jim Gleason and Steve Carlson

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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00:57:28

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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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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