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Two Guys Talking About Records - A Vinyl Community Podcast

Jim Gleason and Steve Carlson, Bleav
Vinyl Records
Record Store Day
Rush
Gimmick Vinyl
Vinyl Community
Boogie Down Productions
Discogs
Picture Discs
Soundtrack
Mixtape
Punk Rock
Madhu Maktar
The Smithereens
King Buffalo
The Rolling Stones
The Velvet Underground
Collecting
Bootlegs
Pink Floyd
Female Artists

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... more

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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 ... more

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... more

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The 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 involv... more

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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 tempo... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Spears
Host of the Stuck in the 80s Podcast and author
Stuck in the 80s Podcast
Episode: Stuck in the 80s! With special guest Steve Spears! | EP 149
Ken Norton
Account manager at All Media Supply
All Media Supply
Episode: Spinning Ahead in 2026 | EP 144
Dr. Dave Baskind
Professor of psychology and a record collector
Delta College
Episode: The Psychology of Collecting - Episode 123 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Todd Gambrell
An attorney who specializes in estate planning
Episode: What Happens To Our Record Collections When We're Gone? - Episode 87

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Steve Carlson
A record collector and co-host with a store-owner counterpart; frequently discusses vinyl, distribution, and community events.
Jim Gleason
Co-host and owner of a record store; provides store perspective and collects narratives around vinyl culture.

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Stuck in the 80s! With special guest Steve Spears! | EP 149
Q: How long did it take to write the book and was the process difficult?
It took about two years to write, and it was probably the hardest thing I've ever done, realizing that I needed to write 300 pages was a challenge.
Stuck in the 80s! With special guest Steve Spears! | EP 149
Q: Tell us a little bit about why this podcast started and where you've taken it over these past 20 plus years.
It started back in 2005 as a way to explore and share stories about the 80s; what began as learning how to podcast unexpectedly grew into a community around nostalgia for the decade.
Best of '25 / Network News | EP 142
Q: What was your response when I texted you that we'd been contacted?
The first thought was, is this are they from Nigeria? There was some hesitation on my part, but I did the research and I've been in great contact with these folks.
The Algorithm Mixtape | EP 140 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Q: Why are mixtapes considered out?
Because modern algorithms on platforms like Spotify and YouTube tailor music recommendations much better than curated mixtapes.
Sealed For Your Protection | EP 127 of Two Guys Talking About Records
Q: What do you guys think about the sealed records?
The hosts encourage listeners to unseal their records to enjoy the music, even if it devalues them.

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A conversations-focused show rooted in vinyl culture, featuring long-running chats between two hosts who are deeply embedded in the record store and vinyl-collecting communities. Episodes repeatedly center on vinyl collecting, Record Store Day, market dynamics in physical media, and the evolving landscape of music consumption—from classic albums and iconic artists to the latest releases and community-driven events. The banter blends personal store anecdotes, collector camaraderie, and hobbyist passion with thoughtful takes on how technology, streaming, and algorithms intersect with a vinyl-centric lifestyle. Notable strengths include hands-on knowledge of the vinyl ecosystem, a welcoming, humor-laced dynamic, and a strong sense of community... more

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