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The Women in Vinyl Podcast enhances and expands what our mission aims to do: facilitate conversations from the vinyl record industry to educate, demystify, and diversify the vinyl community. Co-hosts: Jenn D’Eugenio - Women in Vinyl founder, avid record collector for over two decades, and sales director at Austin based pressing plant, Gold Rush Vinyl. Robyn Raymond - Red Spade Records owner, currently the sole woman lathe cutter in Canada, and Women in Vinyl executive board member and contributor. The Women in Vinyl Podcast co-hosts, founder Jenn D’Eugenio and contributor Robyn Raymond, share interviews with record labels, pressing plants, cutting engineers, record stores and more to give a look behind the scenes with those working in the vinyl record industry. Including tech talk discussions, to the questions about vinyl you may not know but are too afraid to ask, and everything in-between. The goal being to support overall knowledge base and career development by sharing resources through collaboration and diversity within the vinyl community. Join in and share the love for vinyl with the masses.

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August 19, 20261 hr 5 min

Episode 67: Guest Host Series: Digging In - What Records Remember

Our Guest Host Series continues this month with a new block of episodes led by L'Oréal Porçeia McCollum, aka L’Or, vinyl DJ, licensed therapist, community educator, and full-time music nerd whose work brings together music, storytelling, culture, and community care. For her first episode L'Oreal takes us inside the Free Library of Philadelphia for a conversation about records as personal and cultural archives, what physical media can preserve that digital formats can't, and why libraries have an important role in keeping music history accessible. L'Oréal sits down with Jane Lippman, Vinyl Record Collections Librarian, and Suzanna A. Urminska, Curator of Exhibitions at the Free Library of Philadelphia, to dig into the stories records carry beyond the music in the grooves. Jane shares their work building vinyl-centered collections and programming at the Library, including Library Mixtape, named Philadelphia Magazine's 2026 "Best of Analog Joy." Suzanna brings more than 20 years of experience across libraries, archives, and museums, with a focus on connecting collections to lived experience, community, and the ways we tell and preserve our stories. Together, they explore records as artifacts of memory, identity, place, and culture; the responsibility institutions have in deciding what gets collected and remembered; and why making these histories accessible matters. It's a conversation about what we keep, what we pass on, and everything a record can tell us when we take the time to listen. Produced by: Ray Blevins Brought to You By: Women in Vinyl Founder Jenn D’Eugenio and Contributor Robyn Raymond Check out: L’Oreal’s’ Instagram: @fkalolakinks Free Library Music Instagram: @freelibrarymusic Free Library Exhibitions Instagram: @freelibraryexhibits Free Library of Philadelphia Music Department: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/locations/departments/music-department Find the video at: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninvinyl/videos Grab a copy of our book 'Women in Vinyl, the Art of Making Vinyl'! Learn more and buy a copy at: womeninvinyl.com/book as well as grab some merch at: womeninvinyl.com/store THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Keep your records clean and sounding great with GrooveWasher. Use WomenInVinyl10 at check out: www.groovewasher.com Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast, along with membership options and ton of other discount codes available at: https://www.patreon.com/womeninvinyl You can also contribute to furthering our mission by donating https://www.womeninvinyl.com/donate as a 501(c)3 all donations are tax deductible. Visit the website to check out past episodes, features, and our ever growing library of resources to further the education, demystification and diversification of the Vinyl Making Space. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and give us a review on your favorite podcast delivery method! Want to be a sponsor or just get in touch? Email us: info@womeninvinyl.com

July 15, 20261 hr 9 min

Episode 66: Guest Host Series: Music Alchemy: Trans Music Archive, Eris Drew and Octo Octa

In Part Two of our guest host series with the Trans Music Archive, host and TMA co-founder Alana Jordan sits down with legendary DJs, producers, and partners Eris Drew and Octo Octa for a conversation about vinyl's enduring place on the dance floor, and why records remain at the heart of queer nightlife.Known around the world for their all-vinyl DJ sets, the pair have spent decades cultivating dance floors rooted in connection, joy, healing, and community. Together they travel around the world spinning records from their 15,000 piece record collection, proving that in an increasingly digital world, vinyl still carries a unique kind of magic. In this episode led by Alana, the group explores ideas of musical alchemy, synchronicity, and why a record isn't just a format, it's a sacred object capable of transforming a room full of strangers into a community. Eris and Maya tell stories from the heyday of 12-inch singles, and the art of seamless DJ blending to their first date crate digging in a New Hampshire barn, and reflect on the records that shaped not only their careers, but queer culture, and their lives together. Produced by: Ray Blevins Some Edits by: Ariel Loh Brought to You By: Women in Vinyl Founder Jenn D’Eugenio and Contributor Robyn Raymond Check out: Trans Music Archive: https://www.transmusicarchive.org/ Trans Music Archive Instagram: @transmusicarchive Alana’s Instagram: @alana_deejay Eris’ Instagram: @erisdrew Octa Octa’s Instagram: @octoocta System Activate: https://systemactivate.com/ Fated Systems: https://faited.systems/ Find the video at: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninvinyl/videos Grab a copy of our book 'Women in Vinyl, the Art of Making Vinyl'! Learn more and buy a copy at: womeninvinyl.com/book as well as grab some merch at: womeninvinyl.com/store THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Keep your records clean and sounding great with GrooveWasher. Use WomenInVinyl10 at check out: www.groovewasher.com Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast, along with membership options and ton of other discount codes available at: https://www.patreon.com/womeninvinyl You can also contribute to furthering our mission by donating https://www.womeninvinyl.com/donate as a 501(c)3 all donations are tax deductible. Visit the website to check out past episodes, features, and our ever growing library of resources to further the education, demystification and diversification of the Vinyl Making Space. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and give us a review on your favorite podcast delivery method! Want to be a sponsor or just get in touch? Email us: info@womeninvinyl.com

June 17, 202636 min

Episode 65: Guest Host Series: From Archives to Dance Floors - Records, Representation & Legacy

On this episode of the Women in Vinyl Podcast, we’re introducing a new guest host, Ariel Loh a Grammy Award-winning producer and co-founder of the Trans Music Archive—an organization dedicated to preserving trans history and legacy by helping trans artists press their music on vinyl—sits down with Brooklyn-based artist, DJ, and designer Alana Jordan. Alana brings nearly two decades of experience as a vinyl DJ, using records to tell the story of dance music, nightlife, and rave culture through carefully curated sets. Their conversation explores the power of records as cultural artifacts, tools for preservation, and vehicles for community building. Together, they discuss the significance of physical media in an increasingly digital world, the importance of documenting underrepresented stories, and how vinyl can serve as both an artistic medium and a historical record. The conversation also explores identity, representation, music communities, and the responsibility of preserving culture for future generations. This episode will make you want to get a little witchy with your records, imagining the history, energy, and stories they've picked up through every turntable and every set of hands they've touched. Check out: Trans Music Archive: https://www.transmusicarchive.org/ Trans Music Archive Instagram: @transmusicarchive Ariel’s Instagram: @lohariel Alana’s Instagram: @alana_deejay Alana’s soundcloud: soundcloud.com/lanaspinsrecords Produced by: Ray Blevins Some Edits by: Ariel Loh Brought to You By: Women in Vinyl Founder Jenn D’Eugenio and Contributor Robyn Raymond Find the video at: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninvinyl/videos Grab a copy of our book 'Women in Vinyl, the Art of Making Vinyl'! Learn more and buy a copy at: womeninvinyl.com/book as well as grab some merch at: womeninvinyl.com/store THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Keep your records clean and sounding great with GrooveWasher. Use WomenInVinyl10 at check out: www.groovewasher.com Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast, along with membership options and ton of other discount codes available at: https://www.patreon.com/womeninvinyl You can also contribute to furthering our mission by donating https://www.womeninvinyl.com/donate as a 501(c)3 all donations are tax deductible. Visit the website to check out past episodes, features, and our ever growing library of resources to further the education, demystification and diversification of the Vinyl Making Space. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and give us a review on your favorite podcast delivery method! Want to be a sponsor or just get in touch? Email us: info@womeninvinyl.com

May 20, 20261 hr 10 min

Episode 64: Guest Host Series: Making a Record Store a Destination

In this episode, we wrap up Amanda Schutzman’s guest host series with a discussion around record store marketing, customer engagement, online sales, in-store events, and the ways record stores can become staple destinations within their communities for both locals and travelers visiting their cities. Amanda is joined by Jackie Weis, Marketing Manager at All Media Supply, along with Tanner Musgrove and Brian Kirk of Lilliput Records for a conversation about building a modern independent record store while continuing the legacy of Milwaukee’s longtime music retail culture through the transition from Exclusive Company to Lilliput Records. Together, they dive into what makes a record store more than just a place to shop — from listening parties, live performances, and album signings to artist collaborations, local partnerships, and creating a welcoming culture that keeps people coming back. The episode also explores the realities of Record Store Day, marketing and customer engagement, and how independent stores continue evolving into community-driven destinations for both locals and traveling music fans. Produced by: Ray Blevins Brought to You By: Women in Vinyl Founder Jenn D’Eugenio and Contributor Robyn Raymond Check out: Lilliput Records: https://www.lilliputrecords.com/ All Media Supply: https://www.allmediasupply.com/ Amanda’s Site: https://www.wearesmelly.com/ Women Owned Stores: https://womeninvinyl.com/resources/women-owned-record-stores Find the video at: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninvinyl/videos Grab a copy of our book 'Women in Vinyl, the Art of Making Vinyl'! Learn more and buy a copy at: womeninvinyl.com/book as well as grab some merch at: womeninvinyl.com/store THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Keep your records clean and sounding great with GrooveWasher. Use WomenInVinyl10 at check out: www.groovewasher.com Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast, along with membership options and ton of other discount codes available at: https://www.patreon.com/womeninvinyl You can also contribute to furthering our mission by donating https://www.womeninvinyl.com/donate as a 501(c)3 all donations are tax deductible. Visit the website to check out past episodes, features, and our ever growing library of resources to further the education, demystification and diversification of the Vinyl Making Space. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and give us a review on your favorite podcast delivery method! Want to be a sponsor or just get in touch? Email us: info@womeninvinyl.com

April 15, 202648 min

Episode 63: Guest Host Series: Building Community with Rainbow Records

We hope you're gearing up for RSD - lists in hand - to get out and support your local record stores this weekend. In the meantime, hop on the bus and head on down to Rainbow Records! In this episode we continue our guest host series, spotlighting voices from across the vinyl industry with returning guest host, Amanda Schutzman of All Media Supply bringing her firsthand perspective and experience working closely with indie record shops nationwide. This time, Amanda sits down with Melissa Forsythe, owner of Rainbow Records in Newark, Delaware—a vibrant indie shop that has been going strong for 47 years, known not only for its strong community roots, but also for its one-of-a-kind traveling record bus. Melissa’s journey into music started early, growing up alongside her dad selling bootleg tapes at conventions, and has evolved into a multifaceted career from record retail, to her nonprofit supporting artists and live music in the community. They dive into what it really takes to buy, run, and shape an independent record store into something uniquely your own, along with prepping for the chaos (and magic) of Record Store Day. Produced by: Ray Blevins Brought to You By: Women in Vinyl Founder Jenn D’Eugenio and Contributor Robyn Raymond Check out: Amanda’s Site: https://www.wearesmelly.com/ Rainbow Records: https://rainbowrecordsde.com/ Record Store Day List: https://recordstoreday.com/NewsItem/11535 Women Owned Stores: https://womeninvinyl.com/resources/women-owned-record-stores Find the video at: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninvinyl/videos Grab a copy of our book 'Women in Vinyl, the Art of Making Vinyl'! Learn more and buy a copy at: womeninvinyl.com/book as well as grab some merch at: womeninvinyl.com/store THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Keep your records clean and sounding great with GrooveWasher. Use WomenInVinyl10 at check out: www.groovewasher.com Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast, along with membership options and ton of other discount codes available at: https://www.patreon.com/womeninvinyl You can also contribute to furthering our mission by donating https://www.womeninvinyl.com/donate as a 501(c)3 all donations are tax deductible. Visit the website to check out past episodes, features, and our ever growing library of resources to further the education, demystification and diversification of the Vinyl Making Space. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and give us a review on your favorite podcast delivery method! Want to be a sponsor or just get in touch? Email us: info@womeninvinyl.com

March 11, 20261 hr 12 min

Episode 62: Guest Host Series: Indie Roots & Vinyl Community

For this episode of the Women in Vinyl Podcast, we’re introducing a new format: a guest host series highlighting voices from across the vinyl industry. Our first guest host is a familiar face (and voice), Amanda Schutzman of All Media Supply. Known as the indie store queen, Amanda works closely with record shops across the country and brings years of experience growing up in and working with independent stores. Amanda’s first guest is Sam Nemeth, owner of Erie St. Vinyl , a record store built on deep musical roots and community. Sam shares her path into the world of records, shaped by a lifelong love of music and the independent spirit that defines record store culture. Together they explore how record stores are more than retail spaces — they’re gathering places where friendships form, discoveries happen, and communities grow. From renewed interest in CDs as vinyl prices rise to the excitement and logistics of preparing for Record Store Day, they also dive into what it takes to keep a local record store thriving. Grab your favorite box of cereal and enjoy! Produced by: Ray Blevins Brought to You By: Women in Vinyl Founder Jenn D’Eugenio and Contributor Robyn Raymond Check out: Amanda’s Site: https://www.wearesmelly.com/ Sam’s Store: https://www.instagram.com/eriestvinyl/ Record Store Day List: https://recordstoreday.com/NewsItem/11535 Women Owned Stores: https://womeninvinyl.com/resources/women-owned-record-stores Find the video at: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninvinyl/videos Grab a copy of our book 'Women in Vinyl, the Art of Making Vinyl' out now! Learn more and buy a copy at: womeninvinyl.com/book as well as grab some merch at: womeninvinyl.com/store THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Keep your records clean and sounding great with GrooveWasher. Use WomenInVinyl10 at check out: www.groovewasher.com Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast, along with membership options and ton of other discount codes available at: https://www.patreon.com/womeninvinyl You can also contribute to furthering our mission by donating https://www.womeninvinyl.com/donate as a 501(c)3 all donations are tax deductible. Visit the website to check out past episodes, features, and our ever growing library of resources to further the education, demystification and diversification of the Vinyl Making Space. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and give us a review on your favorite podcast delivery method! Want to be a sponsor or just get in touch? Email us: info@womeninvinyl.com

September 17, 20251 hr 47 min

Episode 61 - Industry Takes: On the Record

We’re back from our summer break and diving straight into our thoughts on vinyl news of now. While we may have recorded this in late July, the news is still relevant and ever evolving. In this episode we chat sustainability updates and the industry’s carbon footprint in steak sizes, the growing movement to cancel Spotify and AIs impact on what we're listening to; as well as Gen Z’s evolving relationship with vinyl and careers in the pressing ecosystem, plus the ever-shifting tariff drama that continues to impact physical media. Join us as we unpack what these changes mean in our own words. Check out: VRMA / Vinyl Alliance Carbon Footprint Report: https://vinylalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/First-Carbon-Footprint-report_VRMA_VA_30-May-2024_final.pdf Top Music Attorney: https://www.instagram.com/topmusicattorney/ Velvet Sundown Explained : https://www.berklee.edu/berklee-now/news/velvet-sundown-ai-band-controversy Soundcloud Vinyl: https://partner.soundcloud.com/elasticstage Recent Tariff Update : https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/vinyl-records-and-cds-spared-from-new-us-import-tariffs/ Vinyl Me Please Updates : https://variety.com/2025/music/news/vinyl-me-please-acquired-owners-restore-record-subscription-1236416655/ **Note: We apologize that Jenn's audio has some clipping. We'll be sure that's fixed for the next one. Find the video at: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninvinyl/videos Reminder, grab a copy of our book 'Women in Vinyl, the Art of Making Vinyl' out now! Learn more and buy a copy at: womeninvinyl.com/book as well as grab some merch at: womeninvinyl.com/store THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Keep your records clean and sounding great with GrooveWasher. Use WomenInVinyl10 at check out: www.groovewasher.com Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast, along with membership options and ton of other discount codes available at: https://www.patreon.com/womeninvinyl You can also contribute to furthering our mission by donating https://www.womeninvinyl.com/donate as a 501(c)3 all donations are tax deductible. Visit the website to check out past episodes, features, and our ever growing library of resources to further the education, demystification and diversification of the Vinyl Making Space. We were listed as one of Feedspot’s Top 25 Vinyl Records Podcasts! Your opinion matters, don’t forget to like, subscribe and give us a review on your favorite podcast delivery method! Want to be a sponsor or just get in touch? Email us: info@womeninvinyl.com

April 9, 20251 hr 19 min

Episode 60 - Record Store Real Talk with Amanda Schutzman

We’re back with everyone's favorite band tee collector, Amanda Schutzman, to talk all things Record Store Day—including insider tips for this year’s event and how to stop the flippers. Amanda’s been your go-to for all things vinyl her whole life—if she doesn’t know the answer, you’re probably asking something that isn’t record-related. A former Women in Vinyl board member and current volunteer, Amanda has been a guiding light for countless record stores through her work with All Media Supply. Her passion for music runs deep, from curating record-centric trips and crafting city-specific vinyl maps to organizing Long Island’s Vinyl Revolution Record Show. And her 12" single collection? It’s legendary. We love her, you love her—let’s dive in! And P.S.—this one’s for the Peanut! Check out: Amanda’s Site: https://www.wearesmelly.com/ Record Store City Guides: https://www.wearesmelly.com/custom-map Record Store Day List: https://recordstoreday.com/NewsItem/11535 Women Owned Stores: https://womeninvinyl.com/resources/women-owned-record-stores THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Keep your records clean and sounding great with GrooveWasher. Use WomenInVinyl10 at check out: www.groovewasher.com Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast, along with membership options and ton of other discount codes available at: https://www.patreon.com/womeninvinyl You can also contribute to furthering our mission by donating https://www.womeninvinyl.com/donate as a 501(c)3 all donations are tax deductible. Visit the website to check out past episodes, features, and our ever growing library of resources to further the education, demystification and diversification of the Vinyl Making Space. We were listed as one of Feedspot’s Top 25 Vinyl Records Podcasts! Your opinion matters, don’t forget to like, subscribe and give us a review on your favorite podcast delivery method! Want to be a sponsor or just get in touch? Email us: info@womeninvinyl.com

March 19, 202551 min

Episode 59 - Spinning Culture, Community, and Change with Alexandria Sade

This Women’s History Month, we’re joined by Alexandria Sade—founder of Black Girls Love Vinyl (BGLV), a community platform dedicated to celebrating Black women's connection to vinyl and cultural preservation in music and the arts. From her St. Louis roots to her work in music supervision for major network sitcoms, Alexandria’s journey is as eclectic as her record collection. Tune in as we discuss her path, BGLV’s impact, and how she's amplifying Black women’s voices in the analogue space. **Note : we apologize for some audio issues Jenn had during this episode - we hope it doesn't distract too much from this wonderful conversation. Check out: BGLV: https://www.blackgirlslovevinyl.com/ IG: @blackgirlslovevinyl Youtube: @BlackGirlsLoveVinyl Check out Alex set on Summer School Radio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--KE0AnDsBY&pp=ygUWYmxhY2sgZ2lybHMgbG92ZSB2aW55bA%3D%3D THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Keep your records clean and sounding great with GrooveWasher. Use WomenInVinyl10 at check out: www.groovewasher.com Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast, along with membership options and ton of other discount codes available at: https://www.patreon.com/womeninvinyl You can also contribute to furthering our mission by donating https://www.womeninvinyl.com/donate as a 501(c)3 all donations are tax deductible. Visit the website to check out past episodes, features, and our ever growing library of resources to further the education, demystification and diversification of the Vinyl Making Space. We were listed as one of Feedspot’s Top 25 Vinyl Records Podcasts! Your opinion matters, don’t forget to like, subscribe and give us a review on your favorite podcast delivery method! Want to be a sponsor or just get in touch? Email us: info@womeninvinyl.com

February 19, 20251 hr 18 min

Episode 58 - An Animated World with Drew Tetz

In this episode we go from art school to the Super Bowl diving into the Animated World of Drew Tetz. Drew, is an American designer who’s revolutionizing the art of animation. Known for his work with phenakistoscopes—one of the earliest forms of animation—Drew has adapted this pre-cinema technique for modern tools like record players and camera phones, blending psychedelic turntablism with traditional animation to create a unique, analog vision of the future. Drew’s work has earned him collaborations with major artists like John Lennon, the Rolling Stones, Olivia Rodrigo, and Dua Lipa. In 2024, he had a banner year, with over 65 incredible projects, including iconic titles like The Lion King, Frozen, Glass Animals, Beetlejuice, and The Nightmare Before Christmas dominating turntables and record stores worldwide.Join us as we chat with Drew about his journey from art school to the Super Bowl, how he brought the Zoetrope back to life, and his thoughts on blending vintage animation with modern technology. Find the video at: https://www.youtube.com/@womeninvinyl/videos Check out: Drew’s Site: https://drewtetz.com/ and socials: @drewtetz Drew’s Thesis: https://scholarworks.gsu.edu/art_design_theses/291/ Custom 7” Honorable Mentions: Doug Cheatwood: https://www.discogs.com/artist/791490-Doug-Cheatwood?srsltid=AfmBOoqOkjHvMolPXM5CbtpPY-v361uYLSVFAmQ676hqVUbqjSgJsLHR Tierra Whack : https://www.instagram.com/tierrawhack/?hl=en Reminder, grab a copy of our book 'Women in Vinyl, the Art of Making Vinyl' out now! Learn more and buy a copy at: womeninvinyl.com/book as well as grab some merch at: womeninvinyl.com/store THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Keep your records clean and sounding great with GrooveWasher. Use WomenInVinyl10 at check out: www.groovewasher.com Commercial-Free & High Resolution version of this podcast, along with membership options and ton of other discount codes available at: https://www.patreon.com/womeninvinyl You can also contribute to furthering our mission by donating https://www.womeninvinyl.com/donate as a 501(c)3 all donations are tax deductible. Visit the website to check out past episodes, features, and our ever growing library of resources to further the education, demystification and diversification of the Vinyl Making Space. We were listed as one of Feedspot’s Top 25 Vinyl Records Podcasts! Your opinion matters, don’t forget to like, subscribe and give us a review on your favorite podcast delivery method! Want to be a sponsor or just get in touch? Email us: info@womeninvinyl.com