The Record Spinner Podcast

The Record Spinner Podcast

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The Record Spinner Podcast episodes

  • TRS Episode 95: One for the Books (Full Cast Episode)

    The complete cast of The Record Spinner Podcast joins forces to discuss updates in the record community and an incredible topic that has been explored in previous TRS episodes, but NEVER like this. Press play and listen to the best podcast about black, vinyl, music. 

    Reminder: any and all sampled material featured on this episode is strictly for educational purposes. TRS and any party(s) affiliated collect no money for any of the material on the show. 

     

    52 min
  • TRS Episode 94: Talking Shakur

    In Episode 94, Leon sits down with rapper, activist and author Maurice "Mopreme" Shakur to discuss his autobiographical release, "This Thugs Life." Press play and check out more from Mopreme:

     

    Instagram

    Youtube New Music

     

    47 min
  • TRS Episode 92: Writing on the Wall

    Happy New Year TRS family! Episode 92, Leon provides some societal insights mixed in with some updates, a schedule roll out and, of course, a lot of giving thanks and reflection. Hit play and stay safe TRS fam.

     

    All sampled material is for educational purposes only. TRS does not collect any monies for the show or any material featured on the program.

     

    Peace.

    28 min
  • TRS Episode 91: The Return of Jazz (and Getting Technical) Talk featuring Ryan C. (Getting Technical Series 4)
    TRS has been covering the wide world of black music in recent episodes, but in episode 91, the TRS Crew returns with a discussion about all that Jazz. Ryan and Leon discuss a wide range of topics. Leon gets a shocker of a lesson in turntable maintenance and tries (and fails) to hide his overexcitement as Ryan informs him that it may be time for some new equipment. Press play and listen to the best podcast about all things black, vinyl, and music.



    PS - All/Any samples used in this episode are for EDUCATIONAL purposes only. TRS and any parties affiliated collect no fees or monies for any recordings. 
    -Management.

    54 min
  • TRS Episode 90: "The Quiet Storm" with Author Amani Roberts

    Episode 90, Leon sits down with professor, DJ, and renown author, Amani Roberts to talk about the music business and the decline of RnB groups in the Rhythm and Blues genre in an incredible conversation that is likely to aid listeners of all types. Hit play and don't forget to check out Amani Roberts books, The Quiet Storm and DJs Mean Business.

    Also, follow Amani Roberts on social media. 

     

    All songs played during this episode are used ONLY for educational purposes.

     

    Peace.

    43 min
  • TRS Episode 89: Talking Funk with Seth Neblett (Author of the "Mothership Connected: The Women of Parliament Funkadelic")

    Episode 89, Leon sits down with Seth Neblett, author of "Mothership Connected: The Women of Parliament Funkadelic," to discuss his process, background, and experiences with the groundbreaking group responsible for the funkiest of the funk. Neblett also details his purpose in creating this project and gives Record Spinners some insights into how the project came into being. Press play and check it out!

    Help support Neblett's book tour, honoring the legacy of the women of P-Funk, by donating to his GoFundMe. 

    Purchase Seth Neblett's Mothership Connected: The Women of Parliament Funkadelic

    Follow Mothership Connected: The Women of Parliament Funkadelic on Instagram

     

    49 min
  • TRS Episode 88: For My DC Peeps

    Update Episode. Hit play!

     

    Be sure to check out the Mezzanine Record Fair at the Line Hotel DC on Sunday, August 17th 2025 starting at 6:00pm EST. 

    Line Hotel DC address: 1770 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20009

    26 min
  • TRS Episode 87: Exploring the Aesthetic featuring Tara

    Episode 87 of the Record Spinner Podcast, Leon and Tara discuss aesthetics, the story that our records tell about us, and how we use ChatGPT to answer life's most interesting questions and frameworks. Press play!

     

    All samples used in this episode are for educational purposes ONLY. 

    SM (IG):

    @taras_turntable

    @therecordspinnerpodcast

    1 hr 10 min
  • TRS Episode 86: "Ryan, the Record Dealer"

    Episode 86, Ryan and Leon get into some heavy banter around life, death, wills, and forum etiquette (and of course music and vinyl, too). Record Spinners hit play!

     

    TRS Socials:

    IG: Therecordspinnerpodcast

    Leon - @rebirthofthecool

    Ryan - @Ryanclarintones

    YT: Therecordspinnerpodcast

     

    1 hr 9 min
  • TRS Episode 85: Talking (Salsa) Music with Enrique Fernandez Roberts (Collector Conversations Series #8)

    We promise that we discuss more than Enrique's knowledge and love for Salsa...


    Episode 85 of the Record Spinner Podcast, Leon sits down with Enrique Fernandez Roberts, DJ, curator, Comic & Record collector, historian, and all-around music lover to discuss influences, beginnings with vinyl and so much more. Check out Enrique's Soundcloud playlist.

    **Also note that due to technical difficulties, the mix played in place of Enrique's live mix (towards the end of the show) is from his Salsa mix on his SoundCloud.**

    Reach out to Enrique via Instagram

    Email [email protected] with questions and comments.

     

    56 min

About The Record Spinner Podcast

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The Record Spinner Podcast is a black music commentary that takes listeners on a trip through the vinyl collection of a young jazz/black music enthusiast. Each episode explores the wide world of music…