Taylor Swift’s decision to release her new album on cassette sparks a bigger conversation: why do physical formats still matter in the digital age? Music commentator Eric Alper joins Shane to break down the numbers behind cassette sales, the enduring draw of vinyl, and how collectibles—from posters and bobbleheads to mixtapes—carry meaning beyond music itself. Together, they explore how fans connect with artists through the tangible, and why nostalgia and scarcity keep these items alive.

Guest: Eric Alper — thatericalper.com, @thatericalper

Originally aired on2025-08-21