Episode 1193: "TGIF Happy & Hungover Live Show"

Pokémon launch dominates secondary market; Stern LE strategy criticized; major parts supplier shutdown looms.

Kaneda hosts a live, unedited episode covering Pokémon's 30th anniversary and its launch impact on the pinball secondary market. He discusses upcoming 2025-2026 games (Sonic, Transformers, Back to the Future, Goonies), criticizes Stern's Limited Edition differentiation strategy and art direction under Zombie Yeti, warns of a critical parts supplier (Savoy/Hap) shutting down their pinball division, and advocates for free-market pricing against Pinside marketplace gatekeeping. The episode includes personal anecdotes about vacation policy changes and philosophical commentary on wealth and community values.