The Vinyl Playground Podcast

The Vinyl Playground Podcast
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Cheers - This is Alex - your music man, record guy, host and curator of The Vinyl Playground Podcast.Here, I take a look at a rather large collection of records, my family's record collection. 12 record collectors under the same roof, and the music we collectively bought between 1936 and 1987.Originally intended as a personal letter between 2 musical cousins discussing family and music, The Vinyl Playground has bloomed into a "musical family tree" with almost 100 years of recorded music. 

  1. May 17

    The Vinyl Playground - "Ep. 21 - Ages 13 & 17 Revisited"

    I recently read that a study shows that the music that you love between the ages of 13 and 17 will stay with you your entire life.   I decided to take a look at my last 3 purchases to see just how accurate that quote was. Four words - “Well, I'll be damned!” Hosted by Alex Oliver (the "music man, record guy, host and curator"), The Vinyl Playground Podcast is equal parts education and "coming of age" stories guided by the host's visits to his local vinyl record store.  For music fans both young and older, music is the softest shoulder. Tune in, and let's discover some music together.  You can also hear this podcast at the following:  Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2341529/ep...  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ANi1l9...  Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/32d...  Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/podcast/6880491  Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/the...  Podcasher: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/th...  Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/...  Player FM: https://player.fm/series/the-vinyl-pl...  Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at: musicmanalex@cox.net as well as   / alexoliver68    Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at:   / trimordial    The name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at:   / southwestsabor    Knowledgeable and friendly, you will remember the name Michelle Spivey – Realtor. A new home is just a contact away – FIND Michelle Spivey, Realtor at (702)205-5598, or at the following: http://www.MichelleSpivey.realtor/ MichelleSpiveyLV@gmail.com  No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster.  Includes portions of the following songs from the following albums :  From Strange Days, The Doors, 1967 1. People Are Strange (written by The Doors) 2. Strange Days (written by The Doors) From The Morning After, The J. Geils Band, 1971 3. Looking For A Love (written by JW Alexander and Zelda Saunders) 4. So Sharp (written by Arlester Christian) From – The Yes Album,Yes, 1971 5. I've Seen All Good People (written by John Anderson and Chis Squire) 6. Clap (written by Steve Howe) #aerosmithrockband #thevinylplayground #TVP #TheDoorsrockband #TheJGeilsBandrockband #YESrockband #vinyl #vinylcollection #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinyladdict #rpm #lp #nowplaying #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #rhinorecords Background music includes small portions of the following songs: "Helicopter" by Poppermost. "Melancholy Serenade" by King Curtis "Annoula" by Poppermost "Space Rhumba" by Hoyt Curtain  This podcast © ℗ 2026 Written by Alex Oliver

    21 min
  2. The Vinyl Playground Podcast - Ep. 20: Vinyl of The Reconstruction

    Mar 21

    The Vinyl Playground Podcast - Ep. 20: Vinyl of The Reconstruction

    When the shelf space was clear, almost 1000 vinyl LPs were donated to Goodwill and Salvation Army, or traded for credit at my favorite record store. This left a LOT of empty space to fill on my record shelves. Meaning? A trip to the record shop, and 3 new additions to help reconstruct The Vinyl Playground. Hosted by Alex Oliver (the "music man, record guy, host and curator"), The Vinyl Playground Podcast is equal parts education and "coming of age" stories guided by the host's visits to his local vinyl record store. For music fans both young and older, music is the softest shoulder. Tune in, and let's discover some music together.  You can also hear this podcast at the following:  Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2341529/episodes/18883046-the-vinyl-playground-podcast-ep-20-vinyl-of-the-reconstruction.mp3?download=true Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-vinyl-playground-podcast/id1750804343 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ANi1l9XYhRDZ4jeAe4DrH Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/32d8e940-c55a-4b47-bf2d-8fba762b1f8c/the-vinyl-playground-podcast Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/podcast/6880491 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/the-vinyl-playground-podcast/6222844 Podcasher: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-vinyl-playground-podcast-5686894 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/the-vinyl-playground-podcast-the-vinyl-joqyxvgtGi8/ Player FM: https://player.fm/series/the-vinyl-playground-podcast Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at:  musicmanalex@cox.net as well as https://www.facebook.com/alexoliver68/ Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at: https://www.facebook.com/trimordial The name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at:  https://www.facebook.com/southwestsabor Knowledgeable and friendly, you will remember the name Michelle Spivey – Realtor.A new home is just a contact away – FIND Michelle Spivey, Realtor at (702)205-5598, or at the following:  http://www.MichelleSpivey.realtor/ MichelleSpiveyLV@gmail.com No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster. Includes portions of the following songs from the following albums : From American Beauty, Grateful Dead, (1970) 1. "Truckin'" (written by Garcia, Hunter, Weir, Lesh)  2.  "Sugar Magnolia" (written by Garcia, Hunter, Weir, Lesh) From Toys In The Attic, Aerosmith, (1975) 3.  "Walk This Way" (written by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry)  4.  "Toys In The Attic" (written by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry) From Moondance, Van Morrison, (1970) 5.  "Moondance" (song written and performed by Van Morrison) 6.  "Caravan" (song written and performed by Van Morrison) #thevinylplayground  #TVP #TheGratefulDead #Aerosmithrockband  #VanMorrison  #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinyladdict   #rpm  #lp #nowplaying #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #rhinorecords  Background music includes small portions of the following songs:  "Helicopter" by Poppermost.  "Melancholy Serenade" by King Curtis "Annoula" by Poppermost "Space Rhumba" by Hoyt Curtain This podcast © ℗ 2026

    15 min

  3. Jan 14

    The Vinyl Playground Podcast - "Ep. 19 - Hara, And The Best of The Human Spirit"

    Dedicated to my mentor of 40 plus years, this special episode answers the question "How am I important to you" with great musical tracks from The Band; Cream; Crosby Stills & Nash; Todd Rundgren and The Steve Miller Band.  Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at:  musicmanalex@cox.net as well as https://www.facebook.com/alexoliver68/ Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at: https://www.facebook.com/trimordial The name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at:  https://www.facebook.com/southwestsabor No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster. Includes portions of the following songs by the following artists : 1. "Up On Cripple Creek" (written by Jaime Robbie Robertson) performed by The Band 2.  "Look Out Cleveland" (written by Jamime Robbie Robertson) performed by The Band 3.  "Sunshine of Your Love" (written by Jack Bruce and Peter Brown) performed by Cream 4.  "SWLABR" (written by Jack Bruce and Peter Brown) performed by Cream 5.  "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes (song written by Stephen Stills) performed by Crosby Stills & Nash 6.  "Long Time Gone (written by David Crosby) performed by Crosby Stills & Nash 7.  "I Saw The Light" (written by Todd Rundgren) performed by Todd Rundgren (quite literally) 8.  "Wolfman Jack" (written by Todd Rundgren) Todd Rundgren (again, quite literally) 9.  "Living In The USA" (written by Steve Miller) performed by The Steve Miller Band 10. "My Friend" (written by Boz Scaggs and Jim Peterman) performed by The Steve Miller Band #thevinylplayground  #TVP #TheBand #Creamrockband  #CrosbyStillsNash  #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinyladdict #ToddRundgren  #SteveMillerBand  #rpm  #lp #nowplaying #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley  Background music: "Helicopter" by Poppermost.  © ℗ 2018 This podcast © ℗ 2026  Written by Alex Oliver

    24 min
  4. TVP Podcast - Ep. 18 - For Love Of The Song - A Tribute to Mark Volman and The Turtles

    11/11/2025

    TVP Podcast - Ep. 18 - For Love Of The Song - A Tribute to Mark Volman and The Turtles

    Through Mark Volman, and the music of The Turtles, I learned how to grow, and “grow past myself.” It took years, but I learned to stop worrying about my physical appearance, get out of my own way, be a musician, and play for “love of the song.” I owe a lot to Mark Volman. My confidence boosted when I found out about him, and his history even past the Turtles. And I will miss him walking around on this Earth. Cheers and salud, Mr. Volman.  Hosted by Alex Oliver (the "music man, record guy, host and curator"), The Vinyl Playground Podcast is a series of "mix tape letters to family back home." Also known as "TVP," this podcast is equal parts classic popular music, history, education and "coming of age" stories guided by music and education. For music fans both young and older, music is the softest shoulder. Tune in, and let's discover some music together.  Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at:  musicmanalex@cox.net as well as https://www.facebook.com/alexoliver68/ Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at: https://www.facebook.com/trimordial The name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at:  https://www.facebook.com/southwestsabor No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster. Includes portions of the following songs by the Turtles : 1. "You Baby" (written by P.F. Sloan and Steve Barri) 2.  "Happy Together" (written by Garry Bonner and Alan Gordon) 3.  "Elenore" (written by Howard Kaylan, Mark Volman, Al Nichol, Jim Pons, and John Barbata)  4.  "She'd Rather Be with Me" (written by Garry Bonner and Alan Gordon) 5.  Outside Chance (song written by Glenn Crocker and Warren Zevon) 6.  You Showed Me (written by Gene Clark and Roger McGuinn) All sound recordings owned by Flo & Eddie Inc.  #thevinylplayground  #TVP #theturtles #markvolman  #howardkaylan  #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinyladdict #floandeddie  #phlorescentleechandeddie  #rpm  #lp #nowplaying #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley  Background music: "Animal" by Poppermost.  © ℗ 2018 This podcast © ℗ 2025  Written by Alex Oliver

    15 min

  5. 05/06/2025

    The Vinyl Playground Podcast - "Ep. 17 - The Rutles As Education"

    In this episode - The Rutles, and a strong case for music as an educational tool of great depth and power.  Featuring songs from the made-for-tv-movie All You Need Is Cash, this is a loving tribute to some music (and words) that very much mattered to me then, and now.  Thank goodness it still exists in the family archives.  Hosted by Alex Oliver (the "music man, record guy, host and curator") The Vinyl Playground Podcast, a series of "mix tape letters to family back home" which mixes equal parts classic popular music, history, education and critique. For music fans both young and older, music is the softest shoulder. Tune in, and let's discover some music together.  Question? Comments? Insults? Please, feel free to contact me at:  musicmanalex@cox.net as well as https://www.facebook.com/alexoliver68/ Trimordial Studio Las Vegas - comfortable space, excellent talent on staff, reasonable prices. Please find them here at: https://www.facebook.com/trimordial The name Southwest Sabor reflects their goal of featuring not only New Mexico's cuisine but also the signature dishes of other Southwest states. Plus they deliver! Check out their menu of delicious dishes at:  https://www.facebook.com/southwestsabor No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster. Includes portions of the following songs by the Rutles : 1. Number One 2.  I Must Be In Love 3.  Love Life 4.  Living In Hope 5.  Piggy In The Middle 6.  Another Day 7.  Ouch! All songs written by Neil Innes, and performed by The Rutles (Neil Innes, Ollie Hallsal; Ricky Fataar; and John Halsey).  #thevinylplayground  #TVP #therutles #ericidle  #neilinnes  #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #allyouneediscash  #vinyladdict #ronnasty  #dirkmcquickly #stigohara #rpm #rutlandweekendtelevision #lp #nowplaying #vinyligclub #vinyllover #SNL #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #johnhalsey #barrywom   #olliehallsal  #rickyfataar  © ℗ 2025  Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

    18 min

  6. 02/11/2025

    The Vinyl Playground Podcast- "Ep. 16 - 7 Valentines for Friday"

    Igor is in search of the "perfect set of love songs" to present to Friday, his girl friend, on Valentine's Day. Can Professor Music Man help his assistant with a little bit of ancient "mix-tape voodoo?" Featuring songs from the film Mad Monster Party, as well as Paul McCartney, The Four Tops, The Replacements, Minnie Riperton, Extreme, and Jefferson Airplane. Happy Valentine's Day to you, and to Friday! Alex (aka Professor Music Man is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at: https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profile No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster. Includes portions of the following songs by : 1.  Never Was A Love Like Mine - Gail Garnett - 1966 - from the Mad Monster Party? soundtrack. 2.  This One - Paul McCartney - 1989 - from Flowers In The Dirt 3.  Today - Jefferson Airplane - 1967 - from Surrealistic Pillow 4.  Kiss Me On The Bus - The Replacements - 1985 - from Tim 5.  Ain't No Woman (Like The One I Got) - The Four Tops - 1972 - from Keeper of The Castle 6.  Loving You - Minnie Riperton - 1974 - from Perfect Angel 7.  More Than Words - Extreme - 1990 - from Pornograffiti #thevinylplayground  #TVP #madmonsterparty? #paulmccartney  #thereplacements  #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #thefourtops  #vinyladdict #rankinbass  #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #galegarnett #jeffersonairplane   #extreme  #minnieriperton  © ℗ 2025  Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

    16 min

  7. 12/25/2024

    The Vinyl Playground Podcast - Ep. 14 - "Holiday Cartoons!"

    In this TVP - A short look (and listen) at 3 classic tunes from 3 classic animated Christmas specials . Plus childhood holiday memories of "picking and choosing" which cartoons to watch. Cheers from here and Happy Holidays!   Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at: https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profile No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster. Includes portions of the following songs by : 1.  "Christmas Time Is Here," from A Charlie Brown Christmas - The Vince Guaraldi Trio (written by V. Guaraldi and L. Mendelson ) - 1965 2.  "You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch," from How The Grinch Stole Christmas - Thurl Ravenscroft (written by A. Hague and T. Geisel)  - 1966 3.  "Heat Miser," from The Year Without A Santa Claus - George S. irving (written by Maury Laws) - 1974 #thevinylplayground #TVP #christmastimeishere #acharliebrownchristmas #grinch#thurlravenscroft  #holidaymusic #family #holidayspecials#howthegrinchstolechristmas #heatmiser #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinceguaraldi  #vinyladdict #georgesirving #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #1950spopmusic #theyearwithoutasantaclus  #charlesschultz #filmationanimatedcartoons © ℗ 2024  Written by Alex Oliver and Roy Rendahl

    6 min

  8. 12/25/2024

    The Vinyl Playground Podcast - Ep. 15 - "O, Holy Night - Choosing One Present To Open"

    In this TVP - Christmas Eve - we "little terrors" of the family each receive the gift of opening only one present before Christmas Day . Plus, a beautiful rendition of O Holy Night by Trombone Shorty. Cheers from here and Happy Holidays!   Alex is the owner of "The Vinyl Playground," the online, mail-order vinyl LP record shop. The items you see in these videos are all for sale, via the internet, at: https://www.discogs.com/seller/thevinylplayground/profile No copyright is claimed and to the extent that material may appear to be infringed, I assert that such alleged infringement is permissible under fair use principles in U.S. copyright laws. If you believe material has been used in an unauthorized manner, please contact the poster. Includes portions of the following songs by : 1.  "O Holy Night" - Trombone Shorty (lyrics by Placide Cappeau with music by Adolphe Adams) - song written in 1847. #thevinylplayground #TVP #tromboneshorty #oholynight #grinch #vinyl #vinylcollection   #vinylcollector #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #recordcollection #music #vinceguaraldi  #vinyladdict #georgesirving #vinyloftheday #recordcollector #rpm #record #lp #nowplaying #vinylgram #vinyligclub #vinyllover #vinyllove #vinylrecord #turntable #crosley #1950spopmusic #theyearwithoutasantaclus  #charlesschultz #filmationanimatedcartoons

    4 min
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Cheers - This is Alex - your music man, record guy, host and curator of The Vinyl Playground Podcast.Here, I take a look at a rather large collection of records, my family's record collection. 12 record collectors under the same roof, and the music we collectively bought between 1936 and 1987.Originally intended as a personal letter between 2 musical cousins discussing family and music, The Vinyl Playground has bloomed into a "musical family tree" with almost 100 years of recorded music. 

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    The Vinyl Playground Podcast
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
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    © 2026 The Vinyl Playground Podcast
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