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No need to adjust your tracking, your favorite show covering all things VHS collecting is back and better than ever. With your hosts Mitch, Nat & Andrew from Gigtapes— we welcome you to VHS Detroit; a no-holds barred look at the state of collecting today as well as a journey into the art of the interview. 

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Zen and the Art of VCR Maintenance (w/ Analog Mechanic)

Dust off that user’s manual because we learn something this episode! John of Analog Mechanic of Los Angeles stops by the show to give us a crash-course in diagnosing VCRs. Andrew tries to act like he knows what he’s talking about too.

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Warts and All (w/ Bryan of vhssorcist)

Take a STAND for once in your life! Big items on today’s episode: Mitch is standing, Andrew has some tummy issues, and Bryan aka Vhssorcist shines light on all kinds of things we didn’t know!

Listen now or may all your label corners bend.

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Tips N' Tricks (w/ Matt of WTFVHS)

Hot off the heels of a chaotic live episode— the VHS D Pod crew is back at home base with special guest Matt of WTFVHS. It’s a smorgasbord of knowledge as we talk everything from the history of popcorn to what readily available Hollywood blockbuster offers the most tape to reel ratio. And don’t forget the Grading™!

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LIVE! (w/ Ben Keeler)

If you want to win a podcast award you must first complete a LIVE episode- so we did! This episode has it all. LIVE tape grading, mascots, ROCK n ROLL, not to mention a live audience! Joined by musician Ben Keeler, the VHS Detroit Podcast gang has a little too much fun and makes a little too much of a mess. Please vote for us in the Detroit Podcast Awards?

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Leaving Money on the Table (w/ Josh Schafer)

When the New York Times calls— who answers? Josh Schafer of Lunchmeat, that’s who. If you learn anything from VHS collecting, it’s keep your million dollar ideas to yourself, and on this episode of the VHS Detroit Podcast, Josh learns that lesson the hard way.

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We're Back! (w/ Ron Lechler)

You thought the law would keep us down but we are BACK for another exciting season of the VHS Detroit Podcast! The gang gets a chance to catch up, while also catching everyone up on our new GRADING system! Move over IGS there’s a new dog on the porch. We also welcome our special guest Ron Lechler to talk about his corner of VHS collecting and artistry.

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God's Wacky Animals (w/ Harleigh Jean)

This week on VHS Detroit; Mitch, Nat and Producer Andrew have a star in their midst! A true blue celebrity from our Tape of the Week. We're also sorting out this benefit event for our PO Box so please keep your ears and your calendars open!

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Safe at School (w/ Mr. Thomas)

They say if you can't do; teach. Well in the world of VHS collecting and investing, the learning never stops so get serious about it! Andrew, Nat and Mitch talk to a High School teacher.

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Life of the Party (w/ Rachel H.)

Grab your partner and doo-si-do! It's time to dance on this week's episode of VHS Detroit. Our tape of the week introduces us to a guest who is the Life of the Party- professionally! With her expertise and our own GREAT ideas, we get some movement on the PO box fundraiser party!

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Gentle Thoughts for Gentle Eating (w/ Marie Penridge)

Take a deep breath, clear your mind, and clear your plate. This week on VHS Detroit we talk to an ice cream slapper and learn a thing or two about mindfulness. If you, or someone you know would like to donate $600 to us, please reach out.

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Computers Made Easy (w/ Adam D' Angelo)

We get technical on this week's episode of VHS Detroit. Our guest and tape of the week get us on the topic of technology and it's tough to get on the same page. Is the market taking a dive!?

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Guideposts Junction (w/ Brenden McCarthy)

This week on the VHS Detroit podcast we get into a heated moral debate. Our guest Brenden from the world famous Louie's puts to bed some well-known rumors about the Detroit pizza war. Also is the VHS market taking a dip??

"Am I gonna find myself at a pizza party in heaven tonight?" -is what we should all be asking ourselves on a daily basis.

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Now You're Talking (w/ James Cerini)

"Never be afraid to ask for help" -Ben Franklin

Even the most pro-podcasters need help every once in a while. This week the VHS Detroit crew use a new system of connecting with guests, and the result is dicey at best. The tape of the week brought to you by Jimmy Jam Productions.

PO Box and grading inquiries please contact us at a later date than today.

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Beanie Lover Video (w/ Julia Schroeder)

A rolling stone gathers no moss as they say and it’s true for the Podcasting world as well as the VHS world, and even more so for the VHS Detroit Podcasting world. Nat from Gigtapes steps in as host while Producer Andrew brings us a new version of his recording software version 1.0.1. Leaving Mitch aside; Nat and Andrew handle booking the guest through an unconventional means, and in turn we get to hear from some Beanie Royalty. DISCLAIMER: Please do not send us your VHS tapes to be graded yet as we are still working out how to receive them.

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Tracks Are For Trains - Not For Kids! (w/ Mary Beth Kolbicz)

It’s a new era for the show! We are now using Producer Andrew’s new recording software Virtual Home Studio(despite its bugs). We also get some insight on safety in partying from our guest Mary Beth as we discuss the tape of the week. For those inquiring about our PO Box for tape grading- we are almost there, please be patient with us during this time.

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Mid-Season Break

It’s a mid-season break and you know what that means! Thanks to our listeners for the support thus far, and. we will see you next week!

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