
Two Guys Talking About Records - A Vinyl Community Podcast
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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.

Ep 112Catching Up - Episode 112 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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, 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 111Just One Guy - Episode 111 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 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 110Seismic Garage Sales - Episode 110 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 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 109VMP Falls ~ Pompeii Rises - Episode 109 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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, 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 108Eye of the Beholder - Episode 108 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 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 107How Many Copies of That?!? - Episode 107 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 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 106Record Store Day Recovery - Episode 106 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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 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 105Happy Record Store Day '25! - Episode 105 of Two Guys Talking About Records
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, 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 104RIAA Music Sales Report - Episode 104 of Two Guys Talking About Records
CLICK HERE To Vote in the FINAL Round of our Essential Albums Tournament! The Album with the most votes will be considered to be the most essential for any collection! We'll announce the winner in next week's episode!This week though, Steve & Jim dig into the recently released RIAA 2024 Music Industry Sales Report. The look at the powerful Streaming numbers, but also the still growing New Vinyl Album sales as well! 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.

tEcHniCaL DifFiCuLtiEs! - Episode 104a of Two Guys Talking About Records
bonusSorry Folks! Moose up front should've told you... We are having some insurmountable technical difficulties with the recording of this week's episode. We'll hopefully get them worked out and return with a full hour's worth next week! In the meantime, we've decided to leave the voting for our Four Final Essential Albums OPEN for one more week! link below!Sorry again! We'll hopefully see you all next week!CLICK HERE To Vote in Round 2 of our Essential Albums Tournament! Albums with the most votes will advance to the FINAL round! We'll cover those in next week's episode!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 101Great Guitarists & Week 3 Album Tourney! - Episode 103 of Two Guys Talking About Records
CLICK HERE To Vote in Round 2 of our Essential Albums Tournament! Albums with the most votes will advance to the FINAL round! We'll cover those in next week's episode!THIS week on Two Guys Talking About Records, Steve & Jim discuss some of their favorite guitarists - whether as part of a group, or as a standout solo artist! Before that though, they Guys announce the winners of the second round of Essential Vinyl Madness (in March)! Four Final albums are advancing - and you'll have another chance to vote on which ones move on to the final two! 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 102Colored Vinyl & Week Album Tourney - Episode 102 of Two Guys Talking About Records
CLICK HERE To Vote in Round 2 of our Essential Albums Tournament! Albums with the most votes will advance to the next round! We'll cover those in next week's episode!Vinyl Color Variants are the main topic on this week's episode of Two Guys Talking About Records! Steve and Jim discuss a little of the history and process of pressing colored vinyl, then show off a few of their favorites from their collections. They also delve into why variants are so popular with today's collectors. Before that though, they Guys announce the winners of the first round of Essential Vinyl Madness (in March)! Eight albums are advancing - and you'll have another chance to vote on which ones move on to week 3!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 101Vinyl Madness... In March! - Episode 101 of Two Guys Talking About Records
CLICK HERE To Vote in Round 1 of our Essential Albums Tournament! Albums with the most votes will advance to the next round! We'll cover those in next week's episode!March Madness! (ok, we probably shouldn't call it that...) The Springtime Excitement Essential Album Tournament kicks off on this week's episode of 2 Guys Talking About Records! Steve & Jim have each picked 8 albums they feel would be essential for any record collector. Now, it's up to you, our viewers, to decide who advances from our Sweetened 16 to a Grateful 8! Here is the link to cast your votes! We'll announce which albums advance on next week's show! And so and so forth throughout the month of March! The Guys also cover their most recent pickups and brag a bit about "influencing" the big record labels!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 100Talking About Records - Episode 100 of Two Guys Talking About Records
It's our 100th Episode! And to celebrate, we're going to... talk about records! Joining Steve and Jim this week is Dave from the Vinyl Community Channel Localbandography ! Dave is visiting Steve in Colorado, so they've got LOTS of recent pickups to show off! Then Jim has a couple of very odd Record Store Owner stories to share - including a question on what might just be a rare album discovery! The show wraps with Jim & Steve looking back over the past 2 years worth of Podcast Episodes and a look ahead to future topics.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 99Unnecessary Box Sets? - Episode 99 of Two Guys Talking About Records
They're usually meant for 'Super Fans' of any given artist, but does the appeal of the Deluxe Box Set go much beyond that? This week, the 2 Guys look at some upcoming Super Deluxe Vinyl Box Sets and ask if they're really necessary. Spoiler: it depends... Jim and Steve also cover their latest 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 98The RSD 25 List! - Episode 98 of Two Guys Talking About Records
It's a bit early, but the Record Store Day 2025 is out! On this week's episode, Steve & Jim run down their picks from the vast number of RSD releases - and take a closer look at a few other key titles. They also run through their most recent additions to the collections.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 97The Grammys Are A Thing - Episode 97 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Apparently, it's Grammy season... So on this week's episode, the 2 Guys discuss a little of the history and address their apathy for the modern awards. Then Steve and Jim look back into their collections for past Album of the Year winners. They also show off their most recent additions. 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 96I Was A Punk Before You Were A Punk - Episode 96 of Two Guys Talking About Records
PuNk Rock Essentials on this week's episode of 2 Guys Talking About Records! Steve and Jim dissect the genre and show off the titles from their collections that they feel are good starts for collectors. They also run through the most recent additions to their collections. 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 95AM Radio Gold - Episode 95 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Childhood memories this week on Two Guys Talking About Records! Steve & Jim look back at some of their favorites from the heyday of AM Radio. 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 94Reissues We'd Like To See - Episode 94 of Two Guys Talking About Records
We all love our music AND our records. But sometimes, some of our favorite albums are just not available on Vinyl. Wether they've only been released on CD or Digital, or they've never been re-pressed after the original. This week, the Two Guys discuss a few albums they'd love to see reissued on vinyl, so they can be enjoyed properly. Jim & Steve also discuss a couple of record-related news items and share 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 932025 New Vinyl Resolutions - Episode 93 of Two Guys Talking About Records
In this episode, Steve and Jim dive into the vinyl resolutions they're setting for the new year. They discuss their goals for expanding their collections, exploring uncharted musical territories, and finally giving that "to-listen" pile the attention it deserves. This episode is all about planning for a year of vinyl adventures! The Two Guys also cover their latest additions to the collections. 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 92Best of 2024 Wrap Up! - Episode 92 of Two Guys Talking About Records
The 2 Guys kick 2024 to the curb in style on this week's episode! Not your typical year-end best of, Jim & Steve showcase their favorite pickups from a variety of categories! Then, in addition to their most recent adds, they also share some cool news from their Spotify Wrapped. 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 91Christmas Vinyl - Episode 91 of Two Guys Talking About Records
It's all about the Holiday Music this week on Two Guys Talking About Records... Specifically, Christmas Albums. Steve and Jim go through some of their festive favorites and discuss just why so many enjoy seasonal music this time of year. They also go through their most recent vinyl pickups as well. 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 90Can I Have Your Autograph? - Episode 90 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Autographed Albums (or other items) can sometimes be a tricky thing to collect. Between the possibilities of fakes, certificates of authenticity or even the outright cost, Autographs may not always be high on a casual collector's list. But sometimes, they can be a very cool thing to have! This week, Steve and Jim discuss the world of star-signed records and show off a few of their own. They also cover some recent pickups and Jim has an update on the King Missile quality control issue. 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 86Starting Our Ears Off - Episode 89 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Before the 2 Guys wrap up their 2024 collecting year, they're looking forward to 2025! That's thanks to Rhino Records and their upcoming "Start Your Ear Off Right" vinyl releases! Steve and Jim dissect the list and discuss what to expect with the slate of reissues. 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 85Ghosts of RSD Past - Episode 88 of Two Guys Talking About Records
The 2 Guys are back! And they're talking about records once again! Jim is catching up from a big RSD Black Friday and Small Business Saturday and Steve landed a few exclusive goodies as well! On this week's episode, they give a quick recap of the Black Friday event and cover their recent pickups. Then they go back in time to showcase a few of their favorites from past Record Store Day events. 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 87What Happens To Our Record Collections When We're Gone? - Episode 87
On this week's episode, Jim & Steve welcome aboard a special guest to talk about what happens to our cherished record collections when we pass away. Todd Gambrell is an attorney who specializes in estate planning and probate law. Todd has advice on the steps you should take to make it easier to deal with your valuable albums when you're gone. He also joins the Two Guys in showing off their recent additions to their collections. 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 86Life Before Discogs - Episode 86 of Two Guys Talking About Records
On this week's episode, Jim & Steve look back at what record collecting was like before the internet - and especially Discogs. They 2 Guys also cover their latest vinyl 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 85It's The Little Things - Episode 85 of Two Guys Talking About Records
On this week's episode, Steve and Jim highlight some of the less obvious things to look for when digging for collectible records. From copyright issues or images considered offensive that call for changes to be made on album covers to misprint graphics or text, the little things could mean big differences in value or collectibility. Jim also has a mini-rant on a recent Discogs update and shows off a glaring quality control problem with a customer purchase. 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 84Box Sets - Episode 84 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Steve and Jim make some room for their Box Sets on this week's episode of Two Guys Talking About Records. Are they valued parts of their collections? Or are they too clunky and take up to much space? The pair also cover their most recent pickups and Jim has an update on his Queen Press Kit conundrum. 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 83Gateway Albums - Episode 83 of Two Guys Talking About Records
In this episode, Steve and Jim dive deep into the world of "gateway albums" - those records that introduced them to new genres of music. From the early days of their vinyl journeys to the albums that opened their ears to different sounds, we'll explore the records that shaped their musical tastes.We'll also tackle some hot vinyl news, including Taylor Swift's surprise Black Friday Exclusive announcement and the recent reports suggesting a decline in vinyl record sales. 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 827-Inch / 45s - Episode 82 of Two Guys Talking About Records
It's time to play B-Sides! On this week's episode, Steve & Jim discuss 7" Singles, 45's or whatever you prefer to call them. While neither of the Two Guys are big 45 collectors, each has some very interesting ones on their shelves. Jim is also in a bit of a quandary with a recently acquired high-dollar - and VERY unique album. 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 81RSD Black Friday List - Episode 81 of Two Guys Talking About Records
The 2024 Record Store Day Black Friday List is out! Steve and Jim run through their highlights and picks from the list on this week's episode. They also show off some cool artwork done by a fellow member of the Vinyl Community depicting the Two Guys - along with some other heavy hitters in the VC! 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 80PROG Rock - Episode 80 of Two Guys Talking About Records
This week, Steve and Jim venture into the sometimes confusing category of Progressive Rock. While noting there are many different branches and sub-genres, the 2 Guys highlight some of the Prog titles in their collections and try to determine whether or not other albums fit under that umbrella. They also cover recent pickups, including Jim's review of the New Billy Strings album "Highway Prayers". 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 79Too Many Records! - Episode 79 of Two Guys Talking About Records
How man records are too many records for a collector to have? That's the question Steve & Jim tackle on this week's episode. They also do the math with their own collections to figure out it would take to listen to ever album they've got. (it stretches into years for both!) 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 78AI Streaming Fraud! - Episode 78 of Two Guys Talking About Records
This week, Jim and Steve discuss the recent arrest of an artist who is charged with stealing millions of dollars from streaming services using AI generated songs and a complex system of email bots. They also cover the latest additions to their vinyl collections. 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 77Must-Have Albums! Says Who? - Episode 77 of Two Guys Talking About Records
This week, The 2 Guys discuss the idea of listing "Must-Have" Albums. There is no shortage of articles and videos recommending what you should have in your collection. (and our podcast is no different, apparently) ;) They talk about some of the "Essentials" in their own collections and why they have them. Steve also covers some news about the price increase announced by Vinyl Me Please and they both run through their latest collection 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 76Favorite Albums, But Some Might Disagree - Episode 76 of Two Guys Talking About Records
On this week's episode, Steve & Jim discuss some of their favorite albums... that some people might not agree with. Typically, these are records that are a first introduction to an artist and may not be the most popular - or more critically acclaimed releases. The Two Guys also comment on the current viral videos of Frankie Valli performing "live" and run through their latest collection 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 75Rocktober List & Jazz Favorites- Episode 75 of Two Guys Talking About Records
A couple of late-summer topics on this week's episode! After covering their latest pickups, Jim and Steve look through the just-released Rocktober Title list! Then, the 2 Guys delve into Jazz territory, showcasing some of their favorite artists and albums from that wide genre. 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 74Sealed Vinyl Hazing - Episode 74 of Two Guys Talking About Records
...To leave sealed, or to unseal... That is the question! On this week's episode, Steve and Jim discuss the recent uptick in VC Videos where collectors are opening up their long-sealed albums to check for damage from inner sleeves. They explore the idea of "hazing" and what it could mean for your precious vinyl items. They also showcase their recent collection additions. 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 73Antique Mall Vinyl Madness! - Episode 73 of Two Guys Talking About Records
In this week's episode, Jim and Steve discuss the self-inflicted pain of digging for vintage vinyl in Antique Mall booths, where sometimes you come across prices so outrageous, it's maddening! The Two Guys also show off the latest additions to their vinyl collections. 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 72Best Of Greatest Hits - Episode 72 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Do you prefer Greatest Hits? Or Best Of? Either way, Compilation Albums are the way to go for many collectors. This week, Steve and Jim show off some of their greatest hits and discuss why they are so popular. Before that though, Jim has some thoughts on the new Jack White surprise release and he discovered some... interesting facts about a former Rolling Stone. 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 71Our Most Valuable* Albums - Episode 71 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Standing in the Middle Of The Road! This week the Two Guys use the Discogs database to sort their collections and find out which albums are the most valuable - BUT not by the high-end values. They aim for something more realistic. Steve also answers a viewer question about the type of moving boxes he'd used to get to Colorado and Jim has an issue with a recent Discogs Marketplace purchase. 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 70Down The Rabbit Hole - Episode 70 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Jim & Steve head down the niche collecting rabbit hole on this week's episode of Two Guys Talking About Records. We find out just how narrow one can go while focusing on certain types of collections. 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 69Bad Music For Good Collectors - Episode 69 of Two Guys Talking About Records
VC Videos (including the 2 Guys') are always showing off the cool music in their collections... But nobody ever really brings out their 'not so cool music'! So, the week, Steve & Jim go through some of their least favorite albums - and try to figure out why they would even bother collecting music they're not very fond of. (spoiler: sometimes it just for fun!) 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 68Concert Ticket Prices - Episode 68 of Two Guys Talking About Records
The 2 Guys channel their inner '2 Grumpy Old Guys" on this week's episode. Jim & Steve discuss the (sometimes outrageously) high price of concert tickets, and ask if it's really worth it see your favorite artists live. The 2 Guys also cover the latest additions to their respective vinyl collections. 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 67Cheap Vinyl & Discogs Entries - Episode 67 of Two Guys Talking About Records
The week, Steve & Jim look into a new series of affordable (cheap?) new vinyl compilation releases and discuss whether or not they'd be good additions to a collection. Then Jim tries his hand at submitting an undiscovered release into the Discogs Database and attempted to correctly identify one of the most difficult albums there is. The 2 Guys also cover their latest collection additions. 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 66Female Artists - Episode 66 of Two Guys Talking About Records
The week, Steve & Jim take a big step back to look at their collections to see just how many albums from female artists they each have. (spoiler: not that many comparatively) Jim also shows off a great historical item found inside a Beatles album. And, as always, the Two Guys also share their latest vinyl 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 65Punk Favorites - Episode 65 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Steve & Jim Punk-out on this week's episode of Two Guys Talking About Records. They discuss some of their favorite Punk albums, and try to sort out the numerous different Punk sub-genres. The Two Guys also cover their latest vinyl 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.