Episode 41 - Homebrew Games
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Sean Irby discusses building 8 Ball Beyond, a reliable homebrew pinball machine using modern frameworks and off-the-shelf components.
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1 hr 6 min listenSend us Fan Mail Episode 37 – Erika of Erika’s Pinball Journey. Erika sits down virtually with Jamie and Donovan and they discuss her Film/Entertainment Industry experience, what it's like being a woman in the entertainment space, what led to Erika wanting to making Pinball Content, The Hurry Up and much more!
Ep 142: Shane Told of Silverstein
1 hr 36 min listenTL;DRShane Told of Silverstein discusses pinball collecting, music themes, and festival experiences.
Shane joins us to talk about how grew up on arcades and how that love for the arcade brought him back to pinball years later.
Halloween in July. Don calls the Pinball Helpline! BonusX!!
20 min listenTL;DRHosts debate buying a used Halloween machine via comedic helpline call with game analysis.
Don can’t decide if he should buy a used Spooky Halloween, so he calls the Pinball Helpline! Matt also weighs in for some reason. Then baby tech Donnie fixes a game! Along the way, they explore some new Wormholes…. Games Discussed: Halloween Contact Us! –> pod@bashpinball.com Instagram, Twitch, Youtube: @bashpinball Theme Song: Venus by Wren and Au Lune
Episode 6: "Suck it San Diego Comic-Con!"
37 min listenTL;DRRetro Ralph covers Godzilla 70th preview, John Wick impressions, and fall pinball rumors.
In this episode, RetroRalph discusses his experience at the Southern Fried Gaming Expo and shares his thoughts on the new Godzilla 70th pinball machine. He also talks about rumors in the pinball industry, including potential upcoming games from American Pinball, Stern, Jersey Jack, and Dutch Pinball. RetroRalph reflects on his performance at the expo and the frustration he felt when his skills didn't translate to the tournament setting. He concludes by expressing his excitement for the upcoming Pinball Expo and encourages listeners to stay positive and enjoy the hobby.
Episode 40 - Die on this Hill: Hook
47 min listenTL;DRWedgehead defends Data East Hook as underrated classic with stunning art and ramp design despite ruleset flaws.
Episode 224 - Liquid Haggis
1 hr 26 min listenBy Dennis Kriesel & Tony KurkowskiTL;DRHaggis Pinball collapses into liquidation; Godzilla gets monochrome art variant.
Pinball: We go over a listener email, talk briefly about a black and white version of Godzilla Pinball, and spend the rest of the time going over the liquidation and demise of Haggis Pinball. Video Games: We (or at least one of us!) defends V.A.T.S. from listener criticism and then we talk Dr. Disrespect, the downtrend in video game hardware sales, Microsoft changes to Game Pass, the leak on Space Marine 2, and many other topics including the end of the Halo TV series! Pinball News article on the demise of Haggis Pinball: Website: EGP T-shirts: iTunes: SoundCloud: Facebook: YouTube: Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
Friday Night Flips Episode 7: Staying Cool, Daddio!
Beating the summer heat with 4 amazing competitors: Julia Barnes-Brown, Andrew Diorio, Lucas Herter, and Jordan Knights. Derek Correia and Will Parks on the call! Learn more about Friday Night Flips at Mitchell Lighting: Southern New Hampshire Pinball Club: Tuckers:
Episode 400: Eugene Jarvis
50 min listenThe co-founder and President of Raw Thrills shares his stories of getting into gaming, his time with Steve Ritchie, Atari, Williams, and now Raw Thrills and their development of Pulp Fiction pinball. His innovations in programming and game designing for pinball and video games for nearly 50 years are legendary. Here is just some of his incredible story and how it has impacted gaming today.
DPP #137 "Southern Fried Haggis!"
30 min listenBy donald garrisonTL;DRDon reviews Godzilla 70th at Southern Fright Expo; discusses Haggis Pinball closure and content creation ethics.
Hey everyone! Day one of SFGE is in the books and I'm back with a fair assesment of Godzila's 70th anniversary's black and white (and pink) goodness! Also I cover some parting thought's about Haggis. Let's all be cool to each other and put blame where it is warrented. All that and more pinball goodness for y'all! Where will the travels take me next?! donspinballpodcast@gmail.com
76: Is This Thing On?!
40 min listenTL;DRPinball Party reconnects: Godzilla B&W, Metallica rumors, Haggis closure, JJP pipeline speculation.
Presidents with 1.75 ears, Haggis "gone under", Microsoft broken, GZ B&W, Metallica, Avatar is this what happens when a guy takes a break from talking about pinball?!?! Sheesh...Cale stops by to catch me up on wtf is happening. Email: pinballpartypodcast@gmail.com
We Are Pinball #7 "Haggis don't feel right! Looney Tunes continues to impress! Pinside top 100's"
1 hr 25 min listenBy WAPTL;DRHaggis Pinball collapse dominates discussion; Looney Tunes praised for quality and playfield design.
Episode 7 of WAP is about to blow your mind! We got it all contained within this tight package! Join Cengiz and Don on a wild ride! -We discuss the Haggis implosion! -Looney Tunes is onsite in Europe and we have praise and suggestions! -We continue down the Pinside 100 rankings. Worth the spot? Worth the price? -And even more for your face! Dig your ear in this sloppy WAP! T-shirts are shipping soon! get on the list at wearepinball69@gmail.com $25 shipped in the US! Worldwide shipping available! Follow WAP We Are Pinball on facebook!
Stefan Riedler of RS Pinball - Episode 36
1 hr 11 min listenTL;DREuropean distributor Stefan Riedler details pinball distribution business, EPC 2025 plans, and market dynamics.
Send us Fan Mail Episode 36 – Stefan Riedler - RS Pinball. Stefan sits down virtually with Jamie all the way from Austria. They discuss his Clubhouse called Flipparena, the European Pinball Championships, behind the scenes of working as a Distributor, Stern insider connect, The Hurry Up and much more!
Great British Pinball Podcast Episode 13
1 hr 28 min listenTL;DRPinball Republic renovation update and market chatter on Alien, John Wick, and venue reopening plans.
Send us Fan Mail Neil and Scott talk about the new Pinball Republic, Godzilla B&W, the used market, injuries and Haggis!
DPP #136 "Is Wick a...winner? The road to SFGE"
36 min listenBy donald garrisonTL;DRJohn Wick thrives on location via contracts; Godzilla 70th coming; Avatar/X-Men speculation.
Let's do an episode. I'm just now hearing about Haggis shutting down and still processing. For now here are thought/speculation on Wick, Looney Tunes, Avatar, and GZ70. SFGE content is coming as well! Let's go and keep sending me email's to read on air! donspinballpodcast@gmail.com be number 100!
Bonus X!! Thanksgiving in July. Gorgar! Reviews!
TL;DRBonus Bash Pinball episode with game reviews, streaming plans, and listener appreciation.
Matt and Don are taking the show in new and terrifying directions. What will they do next?? Plus a new edition of Don’s Ten Second Reviews! Gorgar approves. Games Discussed: Wipeout, Simpsons Pinball Party, Gorgar, Jaws Pro, OG Centaur Contact Us! –> pod@bashpinball.com Instagram, Twitch, Youtube: @bashpinball Theme Song: Venus by Wren and Au Lune
The Super Sized Dave Sousa Episode
1 hr 29 min listenTL;DRDave Sousa pinball journey interview with game trades and community updates.
Join us as we take a deep pinball dive into the Buffalo, NY pinball scene with Dave Sousa. Dave talks his pinball journey as well as upcoming events!
The Pinball Show Ep 157: Godzilla 70th, How To Increase Product Collectibility, & JJP Game 10 Rumors
1 hr 48 min listenTL;DRStern announces Godzilla 70th Anniversary premium and revives Rush production amid summer production updates.
The Pinball Show Episode 157: Godzilla 70th, How To Increase Product Collectibility, & JJP Game 10 Rumors Hosts: Dennis Kriesel & Zach Meny - Summer Vacations & Theme Parks - Stern Pinball Production Updates - Godzilla 70th Anniversary Edition Pinball Machine Released - Our First Impressions Of Godzilla 70th - Is Stern Pinball Making A Mistake Releasing These Special Edition Games? - How Can Stern Pinball Increase Product Collectibility? - Should Owners Of Godzilla LE Be Upset With The 70th Anniversary Edition? - Initial Sales Of Godzilla 70th Anniversary Edition - Yeah, I'm Thinking I'm Back: Rush Rerun - New Jersey Jack Pinball Upcoming Game Rumor - MEMBERS ONLY: Current Market Analysis, Market Predictions, & Buy Low/Sell High - Alien Toppers Are Shipping - Additional Pindustry News - Pinball Market Trends™ Remember to purchase your next pinball or arcade machine from Flip N Out Pinball! flipnoutpinball.com email: thepinballshow@gmail.com website: thepinball.network youtube: youtube.com/thepinballshow instagram: @thepinballshowpodcast tik tok: @thepinballshow review: thisweekinpinball.com/the-pinball-show/ store: flipnoutpinball.com
Episode 39 - Operator Spotlight: Flip a Coin
46 min listenTL;DROperator spotlight on Pueblo, CO arcade owner AJ discussing business model, pricing, maintenance standards, and operator-player dynamics.
Episode 5: Is New In Box Pinaball Dead? & Godzilla 70th is Beautiful!
26 min listenTL;DRSecondary market shows buyer's market with deep discounts; Godzilla 70th Premium looks amazing
In this episode, we’ll discuss whether I think NIB pinball is dead, and I’ll share my thoughts on the new Godzilla 70th. I also have a little dilemma to discuss: should I get rid of my highly modded Godzilla for the new 70th, or would that be the dumbest thing I could do?
Episode 232 – Listener’s Choice 2
2 hr 6 min listenTL;DRNationals coming to Rochester; Godzilla B&W and Rush returning; John Wick struggling with code.
-Nationals at RPC-Colorless Godzilla-RUSH Returns!!-Greg Freres Retires-Haggis Update?-We Answer Your Questions-Mail Ball Bag-Stomp Already Full-Repairs
DPP #135 "Road Trip! Jaws has landed in the PNW!"
35 min listenBy donald garrisonTL;DRDon's PNW road trip covers rare pinball finds and speculation on future Stern releases.
Trip report and review of some new games I've played! Thanks so much to everyone I interacted with this week on the road! Geoff, Dani, Chris, Hugh, Daniel, Doug, The crew at Next Level, Round Table Pizza, Harbor Freight, Wienerschnitzel, Ivan the disc golf bro, it was amazing! Can't wait to come back!
Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 53: Black, White, & Travis Is Late
1 hr 37 min listenTL;DRTriple Drain debates Godzilla B&W premium edition strategy and light accessories.
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Ep 141: B/W Godzilla and Haggis Thoughts
1 hr 19 min listenTL;DRBW Godzilla release strategy and X-Men '97 speculation amid market saturation concerns.
We're talking Black and White Godzilla, the Haggis Trouble, and is Facebook reading our minds?
Don Returns from the Future… and We Got a New Game!!
TL;DRBash Pinball acquires heavily modded Terminator 2 (1991) WPC game; hosts detail specs and initial impressions.
Matt and Don welcome a new game to the collective! The mystery of Don’s disappearance is finally solved — witness the thrilling conclusion! Contact Us! –> pod@bashpinball.com Instagram, Twitch, Youtube: @bashpinball Theme Song: Venus by Wren and Au Lune
We are Pinball WAP episode # 6 Stern GODZILLA 70th anniversary!!!
48 min listenBy WAPTL;DRStern's Godzilla 70th Anniversary premium undercuts LE market, forcing discussion of unsustainable three-tier pricing.
We are Pinball WAP episode # 6 Stern GODZILLA 70th anniversary!!! Unplanned unscripted un-anything episode 6 that we smashed together 2 hours after the new Stern Godzilla 70th edition release, unfiltered, unedited RAW WAP!!!
DPP #134 "The future is in black and white"
25 min listenBy donald garrisonTL;DRStern releases Godzilla anniversary premium; John Wick contracts drive arcade traffic; Don sells collection.
Hey everyone! Gonna keep it quick. Email me now to secure this Labyrinth! donspinballpodcast@gmail.com See you in the Pacific Northwest this week!
Episode 38 - Die on this Hill: Orbitor 1
38 min listenTL;DRJeff Johnson defends Orbiter One's skill depth against harsh reviews, revealing designer aerospace credentials.
Coe - Quarter Drop Arcade - Episode 35
1 hr 7 min listenTL;DRCoe discusses launching Quarter Drop Arcade with authentic 80s-90s arcade experience using real quarters, driven by childhood nostalgia and community focus rather than profit.
Send us Fan Mail Episode 35 – Coe from Quarter Drop Arcade. Coe sits down virtually with Jamie and discusses life growing up with arcades, the switch to Console Gaming in the 80s & 90s, the Quarter Drop Arcade - Coming soon & what to expect!! The return of the classic arcade, The Hurry Up and much more!
Episode 4: Pinball Through My Wife's Eyes
41 min listenTL;DRRetro Ralph's wife Kim shares her perspective on pinball, gameplay experiences, and design appreciation.
In this episode, my wife Kim joins the show. We discuss her perspective on pinball, my journey with the hobby, and how she views it from a non-pinhead perspective. We also discuss how nudging is NOT cheating, why she enjoys certain games, and her dream theme!
