Loathing David Dennis and talking about pinball.
Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie
"Joel, Tom, and Travis do a great job of making the industry news and tournament talk interesting. They play off of each other well and the show is very well done."
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 37: Holy Crap, Harry Potter! Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie Facebook: Instagram: Youtube: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. jacksongee.com Shoutout to Brad Johanson and his company Alter Creative Media for his intro video. Altercreativemedia.com
Josh Sharp defends WPPR system changes addressing geographic tournament inequality and play-volume inflation.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 36: Josh Hates Tom Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, Travis Murie and Josh Sharpe Tonight we asked Josh Sharpe to join us and explain why he personally hates Tom! Tournament talk fills roughly the first 50ish minutes if you guys don't care about WPPR's and math, but I personally found the conversation really interesting as we dove into some of the 6.0 rule changes. We then discussed Pulp Fiction and Cactus Canyon Remake with Josh, as well as our thoughts on the new Whirlwind 2.0 kits and Haggis selling a Fathom Classic+ upgrade option. Enjoy the laughter! Facebook: Instagram: Youtube: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. jacksongee.com Shoutout to Brad Johanson and his company Alter Creative Media for his intro video. Altercreativemedia.com
Triple Drain covers PinWoofer audio, Bond 60th review, and Foo Fighters exploit analysis.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 35: Spicy Tom Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie Tonight's episode was something. To be honest we kind of bounced all over the place and covered a ton. We shared our thoughts on everything from owning Foo Fighters, Bond 60th and Godfather, to testing a new Pinwoofer product. We talked game design and recent code updates. We shared our recent hands-on impressions of GTF! and Scooby Doo. We discussed why Joel loves Cactus Canyon so much and which games are leaving Joel and Travis' collections. It is also clear that everyone needs new a Triple Drain lunchbox… There was plenty of other stuff as well, so buckle up and have fun. Facebook: Instagram: Youtube: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. [ Shoutout to Brad Johanson and his company Alter Creative Media for his intro video. Altercreativemedia.com
TPF 2023 tournament recap with rules designer Colin MacAlpine discussing format, strategy, and standout competitive moments.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 34 – TPF 2023 Recap with Colin MacAlpine Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, Travis Murie & Colin MacAlpine TPF has come and gone and what a great show it was! On this episode we asked Colin to join us so that we could dive deep into the TPF tournament and what it was like directing it. Travis and Tom share how they played overall as well as some interesting rules that the TD had to enact. After that we shared our initial impressions of all 6 newly released games being Pulp Fiction, Galactic Tank Force, Foo Fighters, Godfather, Final Resistance and Scooby Doo. Buckle up because this is a long one! Facebook: Instagram: Youtube: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. jacksongee.com Shoutout to Brad Johanson and his company Alter Creative Media for his intro video. Altercreativemedia.com
TPF 2023 prep discussion: hands-on impressions of Bond 60th, Scooby-Doo, Foo Fighters releases
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 33: TPF Prep 2023 Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, and Travis Murie Special Guest: Karl DeAngelo TPF is just around the corner and there are a TON of new games to play. Luckily we've already played most of them and decided to break down our experiences with the new games so far. We were able to get Karl on the show who just recently streamed Godfather and Scooby Doo so he was happy to share his initial impressions. Tom now has his Bond 60th which he is loving and Travis just opened up a Foo Fighters Pro at his office. Lastly we discuss the TPF tournament as well as some overall tournament streaming thoughts. Hopefully you learn a little and have a few laughs along the way!
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 32: Who Is Driving This Bus?! Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf & Travis Murie (Editor's note: We recorded this Friday morning before the different game teasers were released so we were just speculating at that point. Great timing…) In this episode we try our best to stay focused, buuuuuuuuut we end up going all over the pinball roadmap. We share our thoughts on the Bond 60th reveal stream, as well as some Scooby Doo first impressions. We discuss pretty much every rumored game coming up and start hyping Texas Pinball Festival and all the games we should be able to try for the first time. Tom is beautiful, Travis is an idiot, and Joel just tries to keep it all together. Enjoy! Facebook: Instagram: Youtube: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Website: thepinball.network Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. jacksongee.com Shoutout to Brad Johanson and his company Alter Creative Media for his intro video. Altercreativemedia.com
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 31: Only Pinball Talk And Lots Of It Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie This episode we try our best to stay on target! We discuss everything from our recent award winnings to Scooby Doo thoughts, as well as Cactus Canyon Remake hands-on impressions. We talk about 'innovation' in pinball and our thoughts on when is the right time to sell a game. We even closed with some 'big picture' ideas on the current state of the market/industry. Enjoy! Facebook: Instagram: Youtube: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. Jacksongee.com Website: thepinball.network
Neil McRae discusses UK pinball, tournament organization, and competitive play strategies.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 30: Neil McRae In The USA Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie Special Guest: Neil McRae This episode we have Neil McRae as our Extra Ball! We discuss pinball in the UK, as well as some overall tournament talk from the last few weeks. At roughly 50 minutes we finish up our tournament conversation and dive deeply in both Bond LE and Bond 60th as Neil is a buyer! It was a great conversation covering lots of different things. Enjoy! Facebook: Instagram: Youtube: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. jacksongee.com Website: thepinball.network
INDISC 2023 recap: tournament structure, Car Hop meta exploit, Keith Elwin dominance, Twitch visibility surge.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 29.5: INDISC 2023 Recap Hosts: Joel Engelberth & Travis Murie This is a "mini" episode with just Joel and Travis as they recap INDISC 2023. It was an amazing tournament to watch and experience so they decided to discuss some of the really cool moments that came out of it. If you are a tournament player you will love the discussion, but even if you aren't, you'll probably still get a few laughs along the way. Enjoy! Facebook: Instagram: Youtube: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. [ Shoutout to Karl DeAngelo and IEpinball on Twitch
Triple Drain analyzes Elwin's Bond 60th Anniversary reveal and discusses 2023 Stern design team pairings.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 29: Elwin's Bond 60th Anniversary Is FINALLY Here! Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie In this episode we discuss our thoughts on everything involved in Stern Pinball's latest release, James Bond 007 60th Anniversary Edition, designed by Keith Elwin. We not only break down our thoughts about the actual game itself, but we also share our opinions on the price and overall public reception. This leads us down multiple rabbit holes that we would love for you to join us in. We also discuss TWIPY voting as well as INDISC and State Competitions coming up. Hopefully you all enjoy our first episode of 2023 and OUR FIRST VIDEO RECORDING! Facebook: Instagram: Youtube: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork – [ Website: [
Triple Drain analyzes Spooky's Scooby-Doo reveal: unique mechs, layout questions, code uncertainty remain.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 28: Let's Unmask The Scooby Doo Reveal Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie In this episode we discuss our thoughts on the Scooby Doo reveal and the gameplay footage that is currently online. We also talk about Joel's first experience streaming Bond, as well as what he enjoyed at Pincinnati. Tom and Travis talk WPPRS while Joel zones out. We also talk about the high stakes drama on whether overhead lights should be left ON or OFF during pinball tournaments. You'll have to tune in for our HOT TAKES on this exciting issue! Facebook: Instagram: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. jacksongee.com Website: thepinballnetwork.net
Triple Drain covers Free Play Florida tournament and explores Golden Tee as social gaming alternative to pinball.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 27: Travis Is All Over Bond! Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie In this episode we catch up on Free Play Florida, as well as some of the newer games that have been added to our collections. We dive deep into some Godzilla strategies… well "deep" for some of us. Travis shares his first-hand experience with Bond now that he has one. We also share our thoughts on what we are expecting from Bond 60th, as well as Joel's first impressions of a Pinwoofer kit. Feel free to come laugh along with us!… I miss Karl already. Facebook: Instagram: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Website: thepinballnetwork.net Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. Jacksongee.com
Triple Drain discusses tournament play, Godzilla depth, and mech vs theme importance with guest Carl D'Angelo.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 26: We Upgraded! Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie? Special Guest: Karl DeAngelo In this episode we discuss once again our thoughts of mechs in pinball, as well as some of the games we have played recently. Joel finally got his Godzilla Premium and he gushes over that for a while. We also sprinkle in some tournament talk from two of the best tournament players in the scene today, and finish with a Triple Combo on JJP's Guns N Roses! Don't worry if things sound different… I promise it is better for everyone Facebook: Instagram: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Website: thepinballnetwork.net Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. Jacksongee.com Shoutout to Karl DeAngelo and IEpinball on Twitch
Competitive pinball analysis: exploits, metal flippers, and tournament tactics.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 25: Maybe We Are Making This Too Complex Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie In this episode we discuss what all happened at Super Series, as well as some of Travis and Tom's first impressions of the games they played at Expo. We talk about mods that might make your game easier and whether or not that is okay. Our main discussion breaks down our thoughts on if modern games are too "simple" mechanically while the rulesets are too "complex". Overall it was a fun discussion and we hope you all enjoy laughing and listening with us! Facebook: Instagram: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. jacksongee.com Website: thepinballnetwork.net
Cleapin recap and confused James Bond 60th reveal with pricing concerns.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 24: We Are ALL IN On Galatic Tank Force Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie Facebook: Instagram: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Website: thepinball.network Shoutout to Jackson Gee and his incredible artwork. jacksongee.com
Triple Drain reports live from ClePin tournament with finals preview and leaked Bond game teaser.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 23: LIVE From ClePin Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie Warning! This episode was recored LIVE and in person using only one mic in a hotel room, so our audio is not nearly as good as it normally is. We had a great time discussing the tournament at ClePin and what qualifying feels like. We also discussed our feelings on the leaked James Bond photos. Lastly, we had two additional Extra Balls join the show and it was great chatting with both of them. Hopefully you guys enjoy the conversation! Facebook: Instagram: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Website: thepinball.network
TNA 2.0 launched at $8,995; sold 100+ in minutes but faced pricing backlash on Pinside.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 22: Travis Is Seeing Things He Shouldn't Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie Here in Episode 22 we discuss TNA's 2nd release, our final thoughts on Toy Story 4, Tom and Travis travel to New York, and why Travis uses flash cards to learn pinball. We know news is scarce but we try our best to keep it entertaining. Have fun laughing with us… or at us… your call. Facebook: Instagram: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Website: thepinball.network
Triple Drain Ep 21: Hosts debate Toy Story 4's accessibility and family appeal versus competitive depth.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 21: Triple Combo Is Back, Baby! Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie Here in Episode 21 Travis comes bearing gifts! We discuss Joel's recent stream and experience with Toy Story 4 as well as what we like to see in code and why games stay in our collection because of it. All three of us contribute to a Triple Combo on Godzilla and then follow it up with our thoughts of Insider Connected's Home Team feature. Tom gets to Talk. Buckle up and enjoy! Facebook: Instagram: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Website: thepinball.network
Triple Drain Ep 20: Quality standards, manufacturer double standards, and moment vs. score design.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 20: Elgato No Signal Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie Twenty episodes in and Travis still can't figure out how to do this correctly. We answer some of our Facebook submitted questions, talk about a new flipper mech on the market, Toy Story and Godzilla ownership, some Stern rumors, and different pinball companies reveal strategies. Tom Talks, Travis is just Travis, and Joel tries to keep it moving. Buckle up and have fun. Facebook: Instagram: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Website: thepinball.network Shoutout to Jason Lieble and his the album he just released! Band name: Neon Dale Album: Cosmic Website: …and the album can be found on any music platform (Spotify, Apple music, Amazon etc)
Triple Drain hosts dissect GNR's honeymoon phase collapse, citing repetitive build-song cycles and linear gameplay despite strong initial spectacle.
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 19: Big Woody Hosts: Joel Engelberth, Tom Graf, & Travis Murie Buckle up as we discuss our final thoughts on owning GNR, as well as doing an in-depth breakdown of JJP's latest release Toy Story 4! One of us happened to have already bought the game and has achieved the final wizard mode multiple times. Come listen in as we give a first hand account of the depth of TS4's code and layout. Have fun! Facebook: Instagram: Email: tripledrain@gmail.com Website: thepinball.network
