#23 Korean BBQ and pinball. The Classic Pinball Podcast.
An interview with Shane, the owner of Ayce Gogi in Van Nuyes California. During this episode we discuss pinball, Korean BBQ, INDISC, and tournaments. Shane is set to open his second restaurant and talks about the opening. He announces the Rick and Morty launch party scheduled for next month in the new West Hills, California location.
Kineticist’s take
Ace Goge owner Shane discusses building a thriving pinball venue within a Korean BBQ restaurant and expansion plans.
Synopsis
George interviews Shane, owner of Ace Goge Korean BBQ and Pinball arcade in Van Nuys, California. Shane discusses his journey from casual collector to venue operator, his thriving league (now in season 7 with 64 capped players), celebrity visits, celebrity clientele, upcoming West Hills location, and his relationships with manufacturers like Stern, Jersey Jack, and Spooky. The conversation covers business philosophy, pricing strategy, regulatory constraints on arcade permits, and plans for Rick and Morty launch parties.
Entities
- Jersey Jack Pinball· company
- Spooky Pinball· company
- Stern Pinball· company
- Classic Pinball Podcast· content
- It Never Drains· event
- Adam Davis· person
- Brett Morgan· person
- Carl D'Angelo· person
- Charlie Spooky· person
- Courtney Kardashian· person
- George· person
- Jack Black· person
- Jason Sudeikis· person
- Jeff Gillis· person
- Jensen Karp· person
- Jim Bellcochio· person
- Jody Dankberg· person
- Katie· person
- Pete Christensen· person
- Shane· person
- Ace Goge· venue
- Pinball Hall of Fame· venue