Evel Knievel (1977 Bally) history and restoration discussion with design credits and licensing notes.
Lots of topics in the longest show we have ever recorded. Over anxious Dave trashes the opening. He finally finishes a game talked about for over a year. Do they jump the shark? Theclassicpinballpodcast1@gmail.com
Classic Pinball hosts report from Pinbrew Fest, discuss games and technical work, then dive into match play tournament experiences.
Please do not turn off the podcast because the intro includes some RUSH references. Dave and George start the podcast recording in the hotel at Pinbrewfest where it’s quiet except when Maureen ( Dave’s wife) turns on the hvac unit. We talk about some items that have nothing to do with Pinbrew but we eventually get there. The tournament talk starts about minute 16. Bonus Feature includes three different parts ( minute 47), Big Lebowski, large collector interview, then an interview with the Biker Brewhouse founder. I called it micro brew house. Not incorrect but not the business name. Thanks to all for their participation. If you would like to interface with us: theclassicpinballpodcast1@gmail.com
Data East Playboy retheme and Texas Pinball Festival highlights with collector Tom Chiquetti.
Tom Ceckitti joins Dave and George to discuss his Data East Playboy. It has a custom translite and playfield graphics that transforms it into a Marilyn Monroe tribute. He then tells us about his recent trip to the Texas Pinball Festival. George asks him to tell us about his experience at last years Pinbrewfest. We end with some tournament talk. ( we know how much you like it) WARNING! Bonus Feature: RUSH (Feedback from listeners suggest we tone down the Rush talk but Dave can’t help himself) George takes a few jabs at his recent acquisition.
The Classic Pinball Podcast Podcast unboxes Rush (Premium/LE), discovers scoop design flaw during gameplay.
The boys go for a ride to pick up Rush. Dave breaks the distributors game. The unboxing. John (friend of show) talks about Rush, then explains the tech behind his hybrid Target Alpha. Dave finally gets to play his game.
Service tales, Rolling Stones mods, and playfield restoration techniques featuring overseas import hacks and clear coat innovation.
Dave starts with Roadshow. Rolling Stones software mod. Dave takes a field trip to (friend of show) Johns house to make some plastics then plays and talks pinball. Another Dave did a clear coat podcast on twitch that is discussed. Finally we get to Rush.
PinBrewFest 2022 details: April 7-9 in Girard, OH; 100+ machines, 6 breweries, tournaments, no COVID restrictions.
We invite Keith Campanelli back to talk about Pinbrewfest 2022 happening on April 7th in Girard, Ohio. He tells us what’s back and what’s new in this years event.
The Classic Pinball Podcast explores pinball sequels, remakes, and multi-version games across manufacturers.
In celebration of todays release date “Twosday” Feb. 22, 2022. 2/22/22 is the direction of todays podcast: games with a follow up or two. Dave and George explore the pinball machines that have a follow up or second iteration. Please join them to discover the number of games that have been reprised. Bonus Feature: Dave teases George about the next customer game he has on the playfield rotisserie.
Deep dive into a 1982 Bally Speakeasy: restoration, mechanics, and gameplay.
The guys discuss and play the prohibition themed game.
Deep dive into Bally's 1980 Rolling Stones pinball with design critique and band concert memories.
In this episode the guys review 1980 Bally Rolling Stones. There is a bunch of rock and roll talk and they finally get around to playing a couple of games. Bonus Feature: Mick on a?
The The Classic Pinball Podcast reviews Bally KISS (1979) with gameplay walkthrough and design history.
Dave was finally able to sell this game after Georges endless hawking in previous episodes. He starts to experience some sellers remorse. Please join us for another Classic pinball play and review.
The Classic Pinball Podcast explores Steve Ritchie's Firepower and Flash with extensive restoration details and gameplay.
Gotcha! This episode is not about Sargent Agarn or Captain Parmenter, it’s the two games early in Steves career beginning with the letter F: Flash and Firepower. Double feature. Enjoy!
The Classic Pinball Podcast reviews Fireball Arcade Classic (1985) with gameplay and design analysis.
In this episode Dave and George are back in the basement for a review of the Bally Midway game: Fireball Classic.
The Classic Pinball Podcast hosts discuss Rush game announcement, restoration work, and display board troubleshooting.
The boys start the episode going old school with the original gangster. George gets his “Jersey” on and explores some New Jersey centric themes. Dave jumps the shark with Rush. The conversation flows into an attempted display repair. Dave then teases upcoming episodes of several Steve Ritchie games.
Holiday podcast covering Pintastic games, pinball in pop culture, repairs, and customer stories.
Merry Christmas one and all. This episode focuses on a list of items accumulated over the last month and some interesting stories focusing on people contacting Dave to purchase their pins. Show and tell: Daves latest rare pinball acquisition.
Dave and George interview several winners of ribbons at Pintastic. Goodfellas? Dave then takes the mic and has a round table with 3 other Dave’s. They both interview Brian, the 70’s solid state winner, who won for Evel Knievel. They continue the conversation with Brian as Dave leaves the recorder running with George being unaware, not surprised, and ambushed.
Dr. Dave places 16th in Silverball Rumble classic pinball tournament at Pintastic, advances to finals.
Dave and George play in the Silverball Rumble at Pintastic 2021. Follow their journey. You won’t believe what happens. Bonus Feature: An unexpected phone call from Eric Stone.
Deep dive into Fireball 2 mechanics and gameplay, interrupted by game sales and industry news.
It starts out great, then an interruption, a disruption and loss takes its toll on this episode. Explore the uniqueness of this particular one of a kind game. Our hope is to have someone tell us about the unique build and background of this Bally pinball machine. Bonus Feature: Pintastic ribbons.
The Classic Pinball Podcast hosts review upcoming show games and discuss community feedback.
This is not a Halloween episode. Dave and George do talk about Elvira and some other holiday related topics. There are several items discussed relating to Pintastic, including their review of all the games to date that will be in the free play area. Please join Dave and George as they explore a multitude of chilling and cringe worthy subjects.
Pinball restorers discuss playfield swap processes, cabinet painting, and LED/incandescent choices.
When George can’t connect to finish the Voltan episode, Tommy continues to have a conversation with Dave about restorations, collections, location play among other topics.
Tommy Skinner restores ultra-rare Voltan Escapes Cosmic Doom and discusses its obscure gameplay and rarity.
Dave and George welcome Tommy Skinner from This Flippin Podcast to discuss his acquisition and restoration of this very rare Bally SS game.
