They're Just Records

Mark Nichols
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Real conversations about the vinyl record format from a real record store owner, customers and friends. From audio content and quality to artwork to collecting and all life's questions around music on wax, we'll get it covered without once name-dropping an ultra-expensive home setup or disparaging your digital masters.

  1. Talkin' All That Jazz

    FEB 23

    Talkin' All That Jazz

    In this episode Mark and Jason talk about talk. Specifically, skits as a component of albums. From their origins to their prevalence in hip hop and how they're changing as music - and how we consume it - evolves.

    28 min
  2. Making Movies

    FEB 9

    Making Movies

    In the episode Mark and Kristi cover their favorite soundtracks. From synth-y scores to killer compilations, they cover all the sounds that make their favorite movies better.

    36 min
  3. Bells and Whistles

    JAN 26

    Bells and Whistles

    Mark and Kristi are discussing physical vinyl again. This time it's all about packaging and presentation. What boxes, jackets, colors and more make that vinyl experience all the more special? You got to visualize this one... but we also have some pictures here if you don't mind spoilers (or save that click for after).

    36 min
  4. I Love My Label

    JAN 12

    I Love My Label

    Kristi's back again and she and Mark are talking record labels; specifically, some they love - labels that helped to form their taste in music and continue to drive exploration as a reliable source of new sounds.

    31 min
  5. Everything Counts

    JAN 1

    Everything Counts

    In this New Year's Day episode, Mark looks back at Top Sellers and Trends for 2025 as well as some clouds (and rainbows) on the horizon for 2026. Check out all the lists and visual aids on the shop's Instagram post here.

    44 min
  6. Pretty Good Year

    12/15/2025

    Pretty Good Year

    Jason's back and, in this episode, he and Mark look back on their favorite releases from 2025. From new albums to reissues and archival collections, they touch on everything from Bieber to Beelzebub. No one mentions The Life of a Showgirl, though. Go figure.

    54 min
  7. Ask Me, I Won't Say No, How Could I?

    12/01/2025

    Ask Me, I Won't Say No, How Could I?

    Mark's all by his lonesome for the holidays, answering listener questions. Where do you get all those records? How do I store them? Which ones do you take home? Why won't you hold one for me? Why is your website so terrible? Here it is: everything you never wanted to know that, like, six other people did want to know.

    30 min
  8. Come On Christmas

    11/17/2025

    Come On Christmas

    'Tis the season! Kristi joins me again to tackle Christmas records. What do we love - and even more fun - what can we absolutely not stand? What songs can freshen up a holiday playlist beyond the sacred cows and overplayed standards? Early Present: Kristi whipped up some superior holiday playlists incorporating every song mentioned in this episode (plus a few extra stocking stuffers) - get 'em at Spotify, YouTube or Apple Music.

    39 min
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Real conversations about the vinyl record format from a real record store owner, customers and friends. From audio content and quality to artwork to collecting and all life's questions around music on wax, we'll get it covered without once name-dropping an ultra-expensive home setup or disparaging your digital masters.

Information

  • Creator
    Mark Nichols
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 They're Just Records
  • Show Website
    They're Just Records