
Two Guys Talking About Records - A Vinyl Community Podcast
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Sell or Trade? & 2000s Prices | EP 161
First Boy On The Moon / David Pedroza Interview | EP 160
The Discogs Median | EP 159
Record Store Day 2026 Wrap Up! | EP 158
Ep 157Record Store Day Survival Guide with Chance from Concert Buddie | EP 157
Record Store Day 2026 is almost upon us! And to help everyone in the Vinyl Community geared up for the big day, the Steve & Jim are joined this week by a very special guest! It's Chance from the Concert Buddie VC Channel and Podcast! The three guys pass along some tips and tricks for Surviving RSD! We also pass along the final results of your voting on the March Vinyl Madness Tournament - and crown the champion named Best Decade for Music! And, as always, they also show off their most recent pickups and additions to the collections. Be sure to check out Chance and the Concert Buddie YouTube Channel! OR visit his website: concertbuddie.com Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online thanks!! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 156Classical Rocks! & Vinyl Madness FINALS | EP 156
Steve and Jim decide it's time for some higher culture on this week's episode of Two Guys! They discuss some of their favorite Classical Music Albums - while Steve gives a brief history of the genre. They also show off their most recent pickups - AND - this episode also covers week number four of the Two Guys March Vinyl Madness Tournament! We now have the FINAL TWO albums that represent each of the top years vying for the Best Decade of Music"! Make sure you get your vote in for the ultimate winner!! (voting link below!) CLICK HERE TO VOTE HERE IN THE FINALS OF OUR MARCH VINYL MADNESS TOURNEY! Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 155RIAA 2025 Report & Final Four | EP 155
On this week's episode of Two Guys, Jim and Steve delve into the RIAA's year-end report on music industry from 2025. Did streaming maintain dominance over everything? Did Vinyl sales continue to grow? And what about CD sales? They break down the numbers. This episode also covers week number three of the Two Guys March Vinyl Madness Tournament! It's down to the Final Four albums that represent each of the top years vying for the Best Decade of Music"! Make sure you get your vote in for the Championship Round! (voting link below!) CLICK HERE TO VOTE HERE IN WEEK 2 OF OUR MARCH VINYL MADNESS TOURNEY! Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 154Box Box Vinyl Conspiracy? | EP 154
Jim's daughter, Katie joins the Two Guys as a special guest for this week's episode! She brings forth a theory about how certain big-box stores work with music producers on creating exclusive album versions. While not as juicy a conspiracy theory as "Elvis is alive" or "Paul is dead", it is something that has a tremendous effect on numerous young vinyl collectors and Indie record stores alike. Katie also joins Jim & Steve in showing of their most recent pickups. This episode also covers week number two of the Two Guys March Vinyl Madness Tournament! It's down to the eight albums that represent each of the decades vying for the Best Decade of Music"! Make sure you get your vote in for the Final Four! (voting link below!) VOTE HERE FOR OUR MARCH VINYL MADNESS TOURNEY! CLICK HERE TO VOTE HERE IN WEEK 2 OF OUR MARCH VINYL MADNESS TOURNEY! Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 153March Vinyl Madness '26 Tournament! | EP 153
March Vinyl Madness returns on this week's episode of Two Guys! Steve & Jim have a brand new tournament and bracket - and we need your votes to help determine the BEST DECADE for music! We've chosen albums to represent the 50s through the 2020s! This week is the qualifier round - where you get to pick the album that'll go forth as the one to spin from each 10 year span. We'll compile the votes and until the eight albums that move forward for each decade! (voting link below!) The guys also cover their most recent pickups. CLICK HERE TO VOTE HERE FOR OUR MARCH VINYL MADNESS TOURNEY! Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 152Epic Live Albums | EP 152
EThe Two Guys are LIVE this week! Well, kind of... Steve and Jim are diving into some of their favorite Live Albums on Vinyl! They also discuss what makes a Live release EPIC and cover some variations on the theme. Jim also shares some RSD News involving the late addition of a Taylor Swift release - and they both cover their latest pickups! Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 151Evolution No 9 | EP 151
This week on Two Guys Talking About Records, Steve and Jim attempt to evolve... Well, not really. They're still talking about records. But they do discuss how some great artists and bands have changed their tune over the years. Sometimes it's a temporary change, and sometimes they completely flip genres. The guys also cover their most recent pickups. Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 150Travelin' Tunes | EP 150
On this week's episode, the Two Guys dive deep into the elusive art of "traveling music": those perfect tunes that turn a boring highway slog into an adventure or calm your nerves at 30,000 feet. Hit play, and join us as we soundtrack the journey—because whether you're burning rubber or boarding a plane, the right music can make all the difference... or send you straight into the ditch. Safe travels, and crank it responsibly. Steve & Jim also pass along some Van Halen album news and cover their most recent pickups. Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 149Stuck in the 80s! With special guest Steve Spears! | EP 149
This week, Steve & Jim welcome a true '80s authority: Steve Spears, creator and host of the long-running, award-winning Stuck in the '80s podcast (celebrating 20+ years and over 600 episodes!).We dive deep into the magic of the decade that gave us MTV, new wave, big hair, and unforgettable pop culture. Steve shares highlights from his incredible guest list—interviews with Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, leading artists, and pop icons who defined the era. We geek out over the music that still soundtracks our lives, from synth-heavy anthems to classic rock staples, while touching on the broader vibes of '80s movies, fashion, and memories. A big focus is Steve's exciting upcoming book, Stuck in the '80s: 20 Years of Conversations with Pop Culture Icons Who Defined a Decade (hitting shelves in March!). It's part memoir, part pop-culture history, packed with behind-the-mic stories from two decades of chats that capture why the '80s refuse to fade away. The trio also cover their most recent additions to their collections. Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! Click here to listen to the Stuck In The 80s Podcast! Stuck In The 80s Website Stuck In The 80s NEW Book! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 148The RSD '26 List! | EP 148
The Record Store Day 2026 List dropped earlier this week and took most everyone by surprise! On this weeks episode, Steve and Jim take a deep dive into the huge number of releases - RSD Exclusives, RSD Firsts and Regional Runs - and highlight their picks and predictions! They also cover the most recent additions to their collections. Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 147US vs. UK Punk | EP 147
On this week's episode of Two Guys, Steve and Jim go head-to-head on which is superior... US Punk Rock - or British Punk? (spoiler: they're still friends). The discussion touches on the history of Punk in general, but moves into each of their favorites - while showing off some albums! They also discuss a strange hype-sticker anomaly from Rhino and cover their most recent pickups. Jim even unseals an older RSD album for a chance at a super-rare Dead Milkmen pressing! What is inside?!? Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 146Feels Like The First Time | EP 146
This week, Steve & Jim welcome a special guest to the podcast... It's Tony from the VC Channel Loca Vinyl! Tony has been collecting records for less than a year, and the Guys (with about 40 years each under their belts) get his fresh perspective on the hobby. The three also cover their most recent pickups and additions to their collections. Click Below to visit all of Tony's YouTube Channels! • Loca Vinyl • Loca Bricks • La Lido Loca (Cruising) Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 145Encore Presentation | EP 145
This week on Two Guys, we're revisiting a pair of older episodes of our podcast. (thanks a lot, technical difficulties!) As such, this is an audio only week... From a couple of our very early episodes, Steve & Jim discuss Record Store Etiquette - from both the owner and customer sides! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 144Spinning Ahead in 2026 | EP 144
We're now moving headlong into the new year... So what will 2026 bring for vinyl lovers and collectors? This week, Jim and Steve bring a special guest to look ahead. Joining the Two Guys is Ken Norton from All Media Supply. AMS is a major distributor in the music industry - and Jim's main supplier for Radio Wasteland Records. The discussion looks at some trends that everyone hopes will continue, as well as one issue that seemed inevitable - price increases. The group also touches upon Anniversary Box Sets, Audiophile Releases and even Liquid Filled Records. Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 1432026 New Vinyl Resolutions | EP 143
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 collection. Turn it up and join the conversation— what's on your vinyl wishlist for 2026? Click here to hear the music we discuss on this episode's Spotify Playlist! • Connect with us on our Facebook Page! • Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 142Best of '25 / Network News | EP 142
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 Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 141Customer Service Record | EP 141
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 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 Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: • Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: • Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 140The Algorithm Mixtape | EP 140 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 moment when you handed it to your crush or your best friend and hoped they’d get it. Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - click here for the Spotify Playlist ! Connect with us on our Facebook Page! Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 139Vinyl Evolution | EP 139 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 Playlist ! Connect with us on our Facebook Page! Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 138Rhino Taking On RSD? | EP 138 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 - click here for the Spotify Playlist ! Connect with us on our Facebook Page! Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 137Everybody Must Get Dylan | EP 137 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 - click here for the Spotify Playlist ! Connect with us on our Facebook Page! Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 136Gotta Have The FUNK! | EP 136 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 Playlist ! Connect with us on our Facebook Page! Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 135RSD vs Too Many Records | EP 135 of Two Guys Talking About Records
"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 - click here for the Spotify Playlist ! Connect with us on our Facebook Page! Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 134Irreplaceable Albums | EP 134 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 Playlist ! Connect with us on our Facebook Page! Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 133Scary Album Covers | EP 133 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 Playlist ! Connect with us on our Facebook Page! Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 132Fictional Artists | EP 132 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 Playlist !Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 132Fictional Artists | EP 132 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 Playlist !Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 131The PURGE! | EP 131 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 the recently announced Rush tour (with a new drummer) and they have an update on a couple of RSDBF releases. OH, and they also cover their most recent pickups. (that aren't being purged... yet)Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - click here for the Spotify Playlist !Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 130Record Store Day Black Friday List! | EP 130 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 music we discuss on this episode's - click here for the Spotify Playlist ! Connect with us on our Facebook Page! Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel: Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel: Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 129Garage Rock! | EP 129 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 has a mini-rant over the new Taylor Swift release.Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - click here for the Spotify Playlist !Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 128Picture Discs! | EP 128 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 episode's - click here for the Spotify Playlist !Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 127Sealed For Your Protection | EP 127 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 Playlist !Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 126The Birth of Punk | EP 126 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 the raw sounds and attitude that changed music forever!Hear the music we discuss on this episode's - click here for the Spotify Playlist !Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 125Vinyl Tariffs?!? - & The Rocktober List | EP 125 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 Playlist !Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 124Iconic Concept Albums Uncovered! | EP 124 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 for the Spotify Playlist !Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#VinylCommunity #ConceptAlbums #VinylRecords #MusicPodcast #RecordCollecting #VinylAddict #PinkFloyd #TheWho #RecordStore #MichiganMusic #CrateDigging #MusicHistory #TwoGuysTalkingAboutRecords #RadioWastelandRecords #VinylLovers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 123The Psychology of Collecting - Episode 123 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 well.Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#vinylcommunity #vinyl #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 122Spinning in the 21st Century - Episode 122 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 Playlist with of some of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can listen in as well.Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#vinylcommunity #vinyl #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 122SPACE: The Vinyl Frontier - Episode 121 of Two Guys Talking About Records / Space Rock
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 Playlist with of some of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can listen in as well.Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#vinylcommunity #vinyl #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 120OZZY & Black Sabbath - Episode 120 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 discussed in this episode so you can listen in as well.Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#vinylcommunity #vinyl #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 119Secret Spots & Honey Holes - Episode 119 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 some of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can listen in as well.Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#vinylcommunity #vinyl #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 118The Sophomore Slump - Episode 118 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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, click here for the Spotify Playlist with of some of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can listen in as well.Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#vinylcommunity #vinyl #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 117Weird Records w/ Off The Beaten Tracks - Episode 117 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can listen in as well.Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#vinylcommunity #vinyl #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 116Chill Out, Man... Episode 116 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 well.Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#vinylcommunity #vinyl #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 115Rocky Mountain Hi - Episode 115 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 well.Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#vinylcommunity #vinyl #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 114Wilson, Sly & a BIG Pickup - Episode 114 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 listen in as well.Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#vinylcommunity #vinyl #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 113Summertime Vinyl Blues - Episode 113 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 some of the albums and songs discussed in this episode so you can listen in as well.Connect with us on our Facebook Page!Visit Steve Carlson's Vinyl Community YouTube Channel:Visit the Radio Wasteland Records YouTube Channel:Visit Radio Wasteland Records Online:#vinylcommunity #vinyl #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.