Crate diggers are a passionate bunch, and with websites like Discogs and eBay, they’ve got something of a global network. Jayesh Veralkar is a part of that group. He’s a record collector in Dubai and co-founder of Vinyl Souk, a grassroots organization for record collectors in the United Arab Emirates. Host Marco Werman chats with Veralkar about what makes the scene unique, and they even play some great music while they’re at it.
This story originally aired on Aug. 15, 2025.
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