Don’s Pinball Podcast

4.7(17 ratings)Est. 2023|Spotify Patreon Facebook

Hey, do you want to hear Pinball hot takes, reactions to news, reviews, and how long it took me to install my Godzilla mods? Then click the button and invite me into your ear holes!

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DPP #96 ”I played JAWS!!!”

DPP #84 ”Bob Rose interview! Lebowski Topper!”

DPP #81 ”Mike Barnard interview! Venom final review!”

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"Don's podcast is a must-listen as his enthusiasm for the hobby is downright infectious. plus he does cool things like interviewing manufacturers and going to related industry shows like IAAPA"

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Don’s Pinball PodcastVideo2mo ago

Don’s Pinball Podcast is live!

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Don Pinball livestreams concerns about Sonic embargo and design choices ahead of JJP facility visit.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastVideo2mo ago

ClearPlay from thepinballscientist.com review

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Don reviews ClearPlay filter material as affordable glare solution for pinball machines.

I received a set of ClearPlay from thepinballscientist.com for Stern Pinball spike 2 games and tried it out! Does the job of blocking glare completely from the backbox. It works surprisingly well and costs much less than anti-reflective glass.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastPodcast2mo ago

DPP #245 "Monday Fish Fry"

33 min listenBy donald garrison

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Pokemon topper leak, Tales of Arabian Nights pricing analysis, limited edition strategy debate.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastVideo2mo ago

Don’s Pinball Podcast is live!

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Don reviews Pedretti Gaming of the Arabian Night remake pricing and manufacturing details.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastPodcast3mo ago

DPP #244 "Toppers and Museum Field Trips"

23 min listenBy donald garrison

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Topper design analysis, Spooky factory work, and upcoming game speculations

Let's get together for some awesome pinball talk!We got hit with a new topper accessory out of nowhere this week. Reactions seem to be mixed but favorable. My question...what do YOU look for in a topper?We talk soon-to-debut games as well! Rumor is more than Sonic is coming this month. What will the game of the summer be?!Also I talk some Spooky stuff!It's all good, it's all fun! I've got a C-3PO topper up for somebody. Reach out at donspinballpodcast@gmail.com or hit me up on the socials.It's pinball time!

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Don’s Pinball PodcastVideo3mo ago

Don’s Pinball Podcast is live!

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Don praises Sanford Airport for having airside pinball machines.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastPodcast3mo ago

DPP #243 "Free pinball focus group!"

51 min listenBy donald garrison

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Don surveys active pinball manufacturers' pipelines, focusing on American Pinball's Cuphead revival, Barrels of Fun's September targets, and Jersey Jack's Sonic launch.

Here's a rundown of every active pinball company and the vibes/rumors/enthusiasm for each.These shows are super fun to do. What rumored game are you most excited for?Info@madpinball.com to get on a list for a future title and/or get yourself a game

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Don’s Pinball PodcastVideo3mo ago

Don’s Pinball Podcast is live!

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Don analyzes Transformers feedback and previews upcoming JJP Sonic release.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastPodcast3mo ago

DPP #242 "Transformers! It's a game!"

36 min listenBy donald garrison

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Don reviews new Stern Transformers pinball: solid layout, exceptional 80s TV assets, complex rules, no Optimus transformation.

What a cool game this is! Thanks so much to Stern pinball for the invite and sandwiches! Here how my time with the game went.Assets, layout, art, and yeah, pretty much Transformers.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastPodcast3mo ago

DPP #241 "The Lodi Episode"

29 min listenBy donald garrison

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Don reports on Lodi pinball festival, Transformers/Sonic leaks, and P3 technical issues.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastVideo4mo ago

Don’s Pinball Podcast is live!

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Don live-streams from Golden State Pinball Festival, searching for Padrino machine and exploring fairground venues.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastPodcast4mo ago

DPP #240 "Transformers and Euro pinball!"

26 min listenBy donald garrison

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Transformers (LE) leaks early; Don surveys European pinball manufacturers' struggles and prospects.

Quick upload. Email me!

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Don’s Pinball PodcastVideo4mo ago

Don’s Pinball Podcast is live!

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Don covers Transformers leak, defends Pokemon resale, plans media day attendance.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastPodcast4mo ago

DPP #239 "New Games, New Sales, New Drama!!"

31 min listenBy donald garrison

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Don covers Big Bang Bar drama, upcoming Stern/JJP reveals, production timelines, and his Pokémon (Premium/LE) sale decision.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastPodcast4mo ago

DPP#238 "Rumors from the Buckeye State!"

32 min listenBy donald garrison

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Rumors of Arabian Nights remake and Fifth Element from Pinball Brothers; Pokemon code drop incoming; early HEXA Pinball impressions.

Let's get caught up on all the news and rumors going around right now as we prepare to enter Pin-Summer!!I got location reports, new game impressions for 3 Musketeers, and MORE just for you, dear listener.I'm almost back home and I can't wait. For now, we chat pins!

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Don’s Pinball PodcastPodcast4mo ago

DPP #237 "Dungeons and Karls"

29 min listenBy donald garrison

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Don analyzes summer 2024 pinball releases, DCC licensing mystery, and manufacturer strategies.

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Don’s Pinball PodcastPodcast4mo ago

DPP #236 "The State of (my) Pinball"

22 min listenBy donald garrison

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Don assesses his pinball collection, decides to hold off new deposits despite upcoming releases, and discusses industry rumors.

Back at it after a forced hiatus let's get back to basics. What's going on with the pinball world and what do we have to look forward to and HOW should we approach it. Should we really run after everything or just let it breathe a bit?Hit me up!donspinballpodcast@gmail.compatreon.com/donspinballpodcastSend Mail!!Don's Pinball PodcastPO BOX 92Benton, WI 53803

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Don’s Pinball PodcastVideo5mo ago

Pokemon LE Pinball Unboxing take 2!!!

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Don unboxes Pokémon LE #60, discusses Stern quality concerns and LE features.

For real this time!!

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Don’s Pinball PodcastPodcast5mo ago

DPP #235 "Unboxing a Pokemon"

30 min listenBy donald garrison

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Don unboxes damaged Pokémon (Premium/LE), praises distributor response, discusses P3 news and community best practices.

So a funny thing happened on the way to a Pokemon LE. Disaster, horror, sorrow, and a silver lining! Join me on an emotional roller coaster of redemption!Thanks to Zach and the team at FlipnOut for saving the day! Really appreciate it!Dig in to some hot new pinball news as well! Thanks so much for the support you guys! We're all in this together haha.donspinballpodcast@gmail.compatreon.com/donspinballpodcast to support the show, and me lol.Dude, check out these artblades!

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