The podcasters, streamers, YouTubers, and community builders making pinball great, and what they're publishing this week.
Wedgehead's 100th episode shelved due to controversial content deemed too sensitive to release.
Well... unfortunately sh*t happens. We will be back though, although we don't know if we will ever get to release episode 100 for y'all or not. It was a DOOZIE. Support the show
in which a panel (HIP, JGN) discuss location pinball in NYC. This week: Ball 1: Competitive pinball results including Pinball NYC team league. Ball 2: Venue updates with HIP courtesy of pinballmap.com and its users plus our pinball bullet journal Ball 3: JGN shares lots of details and finals plans for the NYC Triboro Series. Please enjoy responsibly. Go get 'em pinfolk. Please enjoy responsibly. Email at nycpinpod@gmail.com or Leave us a voice message at speakpipe.com/nycpinpod.
WAP #44 reviews Star Wars, JJP Harry Potter, and Spooky Dune with mixed gameplay assessments.
Replay VOD of the Northeast Pinball Challenge Grand Finals for Season one, held at The Lower Playfield in Goffstown NH on September 13, 2025.
Pinball: We talk about the reveal of Stern Pinball's Star Wars Fall of the Empire, plus answer a listener email about saying games have good flow. Video Games: We talk about Pinball Arcade, a Nintendo Direct, Silksong's success, and Ninteno getting a patent for everything related to summoning. Knapp Arcade article on Stern Pinball's Fall of the Empire Star Wars pinball machine: Website: EGP T-shirts: iTunes: SoundCloud: Facebook: YouTube: Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
Pinball Profile interviews Jockton Straley about Pinshades, Pinsteps, and competitive pinball.
The man who gave us PinShades and now PinSteps has a lot more to offer. Need a mohawk model? A fire breather? A pinball travel buddy? Jokton's your man as you'll hear on this episode.
Retro Ralph details Star Wars preview and SPIKE 3 hardware roadmap from Stern visit.
Hey everyone, welcome back to the show! Today we’re covering Stern Pinball’s brand‑new Star Wars: Fall of the Empire, the company’s first cornerstone release on the next‑generation SPIKE 3 platform. I was lucky enough to visit Stern’s headquarters for launch day, so I’m going to tell you all about my hands‑on impressions, the game’s artwork and layout, what’s under the hood with Spike 3, and even drop some exclusive news on what the platform means for the future. Let’s dive in.
Pinball Junk Drawer covers Star Wars media day impressions and game mechanics
In this episode Foghorn Leghorn and Craft Brew Sally talk about their trip to Stern Pinball for the Star Wars cornerstone release. A good time was had by all. Craft Brew Sally talks about our the UGH Shut Up Joe Buck beer from our Wisco Youngblood Beer Company. FINALLY launched our products on SilverBall Swag - check it out here! Hey, why not drop us a line! email directly to ---> PinballJD@gmail.com
The Bally King, Ty Palmer complimented my games. The Postman reference about Tom Petty happens in the sode.
Lents Pinball Pinball Podcast greatest hits episode. Death.flip has shipped! #2 coming soon.
RetroRalph reviews Stern's Star Wars: Fall of the Empire Spike 3 debut with praise for hardware and accessibility, mixed aesthetics.
I had the chance to visit Stern Pinball HQ for an exclusive hands-on with the brand-new Star Wars: Fall of the Empire pinball machine! In this video, I’ll give you a first look at the gameplay, layout, and features, plus a deep dive into Stern’s brand-new SPIKE 3 platform that powers the game. From iconic Star Wars moments like battling TIE Fighters, taking down AT-ATs, and destroying the Death Star II, to Stern’s latest innovations with SPIKE 3 (better graphics, improved sound, bigger HD display, and wireless features), this machine brings the galaxy far, far away to life like never before. If you’re a pinball fan, Star Wars collector, or just curious about Stern’s biggest new release, this is the video you don’t want to miss! 👉 Drop a comment and let me know, will Fall of the Empire be the best Star Wars pinball ever? Looking to Buy a New or Used Pinball Machine? LEAVE ME A VOICEMAIL, and I might play it on the show! Looking for more Pinball Content? Check out my pinball podcast, “The Flipside Podcast.” Video Version of the Podcast can be found here: Want to listen to the podcast instead? Here are links to Spotify and Apple Podcasts! [RETRO RALPH MERCHANDISE AND CONTACT INFO] If you would like me to do a video review of your product or for other business inquiries, send me an email: retroralph1980@gmail.com
Live pinball gameplay from the Quarter Drop Arcade.
Orby's Star Wars Fall of the Empire top-5 review plus Glenn vs Kaneda community drama explanation.
We got the opportunity to chat with legendary game designer John Borg to get his thoughts on his creation of Star Wars The Fallen Empire, as well as a walk down memory lane, detailing his love of pinball.
Hands-on Fall of the Empire review: solid 8/10 design with innovative Force save, but questions about Pro value, LE pricing, and some aesthetic choices.
A long time ago, in a podcast not so far away… The galaxy of pinball lies in turmoil. A new machine rises from the ashes, yet division spreads across the community. ROB, a young farm boy and eternal optimist, seeks his destiny by mastering the ancient secrets unveiled within the “Stern Pinball Media” event. But lurking in the shadows, DAVEY, a cunning Sith Lord seeped in sarcasm, plots a takeover of merciless trolling. Now, as the STAR WARS: FALL OF THE EMPIRE pinball machine emerges from the Stern stronghold, two destinies collide… Will Rob’s boundless hope prevail? Or will Davey’s dark mockery drag the galaxy into chaos once more? This is… In Before the Lock See the full game trailer from Stern at
Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode of the Great British Pinball Podcast, Neil McRae provides an in-depth review of Stern's latest pinball machine, Star Wars: Fall of the Empire. He discusses the stunning artwork, technical innovations with Spike 3, and the engaging gameplay mechanics that immerse players in the Star Wars universe. Neil shares insights on character modes, audio quality, and the overall market reception of the game, concluding that it is a significant step forward for pin...
Don's comprehensive Fall of the Empire buyer guide: safe gameplay, impressive Spike 3 platform debut.
Here it is! Let's talk all about the new game from Stern Pinball!I've played it and I'm hear to guide you through the decision on weather or not to buy, and which version would be best.Let me know your thoughts!donspinballpodcast@gmail.compatreon.com/donspinballpodcastEmail Jeff@madpinball.com to order!
Recording of the draw of the first 4 rounds of Grand finals. Since players must get one chance at being player 1, 2, 3 and 4, and not play against repeat opponents more than once, and play at least 7 of the 8 other locations -- we have to draw this outside matchplay. This is a recording of the draw so I can create rounds in advance. The draw results are at:
Heute wieder ein Flipper von Stern. Danke an Thorsten aus Dinslaken, dass ich mit der Kamera vorbei kommen konnte. [QUICK GUIDE #170]
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Alice playfield CNC production September 2025
Orby reconsiders King Kong hype and discusses its design issues amid Patreon launch.
Orby announces Patreon, discusses Star Wars hype marketing strategy, and reflects on industry pricing concerns.
After 635 FREE shows Orbs would has released the STern rant WITH a brand new intro.
Princess Bride Pinball w/New Code + New Mirrors!
Give yourself over to absolute pleasure. What a great way to celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show with an amazing homebrew. Wolfgang Grauvogl of Austria has taken a Black Rose machine and turned it into a beautiful creation. Hot patootie, it's fun!
Episode 29 reviews 20+ pinball mods, discusses tariff shipping delays, HP licensing crackdowns, and upcoming Stern Star Wars game.
Just when you thought the boys couldn’t get any more self-referential, Rob and Davey strap on their navel gazing goggles and set the scene-o-beam to max, zeroing in on what they know best: Mods! We deep dive into 20+ of the best mods making waves this Fall, if by “deep dive” you mean “cursorily examine” and by “making waves” you mean “ones that we think are awesome.” And we assume you do, because we’ve done no market research to contradict that claim. Welcome to 2025 people! A list of mods we'll cover (with enough time) on today's show. Gorilla Stone Cave By Back Alley Creations Elvira Apron Video Display By DocQuest Multimorphic Low Profile Buttons By No Gouge Pinball Cactus Canyon Replacement Guns By Back Alley Creations Dragon Head Topper by The Pinball Scientist Kong Gong By Pinball Foundry D&D Mimic By TFK Train Tunnel Mod By Raiden Gorby Kong Shackles By Stellar Mods Dragon Cave By Reflex Mods Kong Slings By TFK D&D Red Dragon By The Art of Pinball Pulp Fiction - Bad Mother Bumpers Mod By Hot Mods UXM - Playfield Fixes By Raiden Mods D&D Tiny Tavern Mod By Kyro Labs (Kyle) Kong Topper By The Electric Playground Not another Mimic mod By Stumblor JB Rocket By Hot Mods Atomic Kong By Jazzbouche It's a chopper baby! (a pulp fiction mod) By Jazzbouch Spooky Evil dead shotgun handle Dreamcatcher By Pino Mods Gong Torches By Pino Mods
Legendary operator Jim Stansfield recalls family legacy and AMOA turnaround.
Episode 5 of the RePlay Podcast features Jim Stansfield Jr. of Stansfield Vending of LaCrosse, Wisc., the man who host Randy Chilton calls “the consummate amusement operator.” Jim began working for his father back in the days of nickel bingo machines and over time, built a very sizable business. Upon his retirement, Stansfield Vending was initially sold to his daughters Janet and Julie; today, it’s an employee-owned business (ESOP) run by Janet. Through three generations the business has not only survived but thrived. The family mantra was: “Get in the room together and tell it like it is.” That, and the “show up every day, work your ass off and you'll be just fine” advice from his father, certainly served Jim and his family well. Jim recounts when he was president of the AMOA (the Amusement and Music Operators Assn.) in 1999, which were very turbulent times for the group. “This story is a must-listen for anyone with an interest in the history of our operator association,” says Chilton. “What a few leaders did during those years ensured the AMOA’s very survival and set the stage for how the group operates today.” This podcast also features colorful stories about many industry well-knowns – Don Hesch, Ted Furkin, Frank Seninsky, Wally Boher, Dick Hawkins and Jerry Derrick to name a few. And as a bonus, as we near the conclusion, Jim’s daughter Janet joins for more great advice from the Stansfields. Added Chilton, “This was a pleasure and an absolute honor for me to visit with Jim and Janet, and we hope you enjoy the podcast.”
Star Wars: Fall of the Empire announced as Stern cornerstone with 770 LEs, Original Trilogy focus, no Europe release.
The Pinball Show Episode 181: Season Of The Empire Hosts: Dennis Kriesel & Zach Meny - Stern Pinball Production Updates - Star Wars: Fall Of The Empire Set To Launch - Chicago Gaming Company 2.0 - Chicago Gaming Company Production Updates - Turner Starts Shipping Merlin's Arcade - Gottlieb Premier Vs American Pinball - EXCLUSIVE MEMBERSHIP CONTENT: Top 5 Greatest Pinball Machines From Gottlieb Premier - Pinball Market Trends™ - Deal Of The Week Remember to purchase your next pinball or arcade machine from Flip N Out Pinball! flipnoutpinball.com zach@flipnoutpinball.com email: thepinballshow@gmail.com youtube: youtube.com/@thepinballshow instagram: @thepinballshowpodcast tik tok: @thepinballshow store: flipnoutpinball.com
Nudgecast hosts discuss Star Wars reveal, LA scene, and interview pinball player/scientist Erin Winnick-Anthony from a research ship.
Ian and Shane are back together after glorious vacations to welcome scientist and pinball enthusiast Erin Winick Anthony to the program! Erin literally called in from the middle of the ocean on a ship where she is doing some kind of science work. What kind of work? We aren't smart enough to understand but we do talk about the Houston pinball scene, why EM's (still) rock, and OH HAVE YOU HEARD NUDGE 5 IS OUT SO PICK UP A DAMN MAGAZINE! Nudgepinball.com
Wedgehead dissects pinball topper history, economics, and how they've become collectible status symbols overshadowing game design.
