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Jessica and Jeff discuss everything happening in pinball with new shows being released twice per month. We touch on pinball topics that cover pinball machines from every era, including digital pinball.

Podcasts – The Pinball Podcast


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    The Pinball Podcast is a highly entertaining and informative podcast that covers all things pinball. The two hosts, Don and Jeff, have great chemistry and their discussions are engaging and easy to listen to. They provide a wide range of topics, from current industry news to in-depth analysis of new and classic games. One of the best aspects of this podcast is their coverage of mods, where they excel over other pinball podcasts. They also have a consistent schedule and often bring on guest hosts, making it the go-to podcast for any pinball enthusiast.

    While The Pinball Podcast has many strengths, there are a few minor drawbacks. Some listeners may find the occasional personal updates from the hosts to be distracting or unnecessary. Additionally, while they cover a wide range of topics, some listeners may prefer more in-depth strategy discussions.

    In conclusion, The Pinball Podcast is an excellent choice for anyone interested in pinball. The hosts are knowledgeable and entertaining, providing insight into both physical and virtual pinball. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out in the hobby, this podcast offers something for everyone. It's informative, enjoyable, and definitely worth a listen.



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    The Pinball Podcast Episode 225 - WHAT IS POTO?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 60:17


    After another modest gap in publishing, The Pinball Podcast returns with episode 225. Jess and Jeff go over recent(ish) news, play a very confused version of The Hurry Up, and discuss recent tournament almost glory. It's a fine show.

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 224 - TEE PEE EFF 2024 Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 32:02


    It's a quick one as Jess and Jeff preview the upcoming Texas Pinball Festival for 2024. Jessica has HUGE news about her pinball life and Jeff did a pinball thing too.

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 223 - Precision Grumpiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 66:24


    Jess and Jeff discuss what they've been up to in pinball, get a little at odds during this show's Hurry Up segment, go over their thoughts on a possible pinball market crash, and Jeff gets way too angry about "Precision Flippers" being on games in tournament play. Use promo code "yaypinball" at ddpinball.com for a discount on fantastic pinball merch! Email us at pinballpodcast@gmail.com!

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 222 - Schaumcago Treadmills

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 73:37


    Jess is back from Chicago, er, Schaumburg and we discuss Expo, new games, the Pinball Olympics, and then get into the tangents you all actually came for. Stay tuned to the end to catch a brand new Pinball Popcorn from Joe Zenkus! Send us your comments to pinballpodcast@gmail.com.

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 221 - Ball is Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 59:46


    With Pinball Expo coming up this weekend Jessica and Jeff look back at the last couple of weeks in pinball and also discuss what's to come. Be careful with this one, a hot take drops right in the middle.

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 220 – Donkey Soccer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 80:58


    Jess is back from Australia, so we’re here with more fun, goofs, and a fresh Pinball Popcorn courtesy of Joe Zenkus. Enjoy.

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 220 – Donkey Soccer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 80:57


    Jess is back from Australia, so we're here with more fun, goofs, and a fresh Pinball Popcorn courtesy of Joe Zenkus.

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 219 – Divergent Concurrence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2023 55:36


    Just in time to ruin your weekend, episode 219 is dropping hot.

    Episode 219 – Divergent Concurrence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2023 55:36


    Just in time to ruin your weekend, episode 219 is dropping hot.

    Episode 218 – Laser Weightlifting and Pervy Waterfalls

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 47:25


    Hey, all. Happy Pride Month! We’re here with an episode that we do think you’ll enjoy. We run with a few fun things this episode and feel like you’ll have a good time with this entry of The Pinball Podcast. And if you don’t like it, well, there’s always next time (or maybe the time … Continue reading "Episode 218 – Laser Weightlifting and Pervy Waterfalls"

    The Pinball Episode 218 – Laser Weightlifting and Pervy Waterfalls

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 47:41


    Hey, all. Happy Pride Month! We're here with an episode that we do think you'll enjoy. We run with a few fun things this episode and feel like you'll have a good time with this entry of The Pinball Podcast. And if you don't like it, well, there's always next time (or maybe the time after that). Remember to send your contest entries to pinballpodcast [at] gmail.com to win our fun little prize pack.

    Episode 141 – The Legend of Slippery Douglas

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 84:57


    Hi, everyone. We’re back for episode 141. We talk a bit about Rush, Godzilla, INDISC, Jack Danger, Slippery Douglas, and touch on the upcoming TPF show. We also give our thoughts on the passing of Lyman Sheats, who we lost recently and far too soon. We would love to hear about your favorite memories of … Continue reading "Episode 141 – The Legend of Slippery Douglas"

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 141 – The Legend of Slippery Douglas

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 84:56


    Hi, everyone. We're back for episode 141. We talk a bit about Rush, Godzilla, INDISC, Jack Danger, Slippery Douglas, and touch on the upcoming TPF show. We also give our thoughts on the passing of Lyman Sheats, who we lost recently and far too soon. We would love to hear about your favorite memories of Lyman if you have any, what games he worked on are your favorites, or any love you have to share about Lyman and his contributions to the pinball hobby and community.

    Episode 140 – Electric Bat Arcade

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 29:40


    Apparently today is hashtag International Podcast Day or something. Well, we’re here to celebrate by dropping another episode. In episode 140, Jessica talks with Rachel from the Electric Bat Arcade. Electric Bat is located in Tempe, Arizona and it’s truly one of the best places to play in the Western United States. Take a listen … Continue reading "Episode 140 – Electric Bat Arcade"

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 140 – Electric Bat Arcade

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 29:39


    Apparently today is hashtag International Podcast Day or something. Well, we're here to celebrate by dropping another episode. In episode 140, Jessica talks with Rachel from the Electric Bat Arcade. Electric Bat is located in Tempe, Arizona and it's truly one of the best places to play in the Western United States. Take a listen to Jess and Rachel talk pinball and see if we finally find an answer to how many pinballs fit inside that bumper car (spoiler: we won't).

    Episode 139 – Stonehenge Comes Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 71:54


    Wait, what?! Jeff and Jessica are back together again to discuss what’s been going on recently in pinball. Turns out, plenty has happened. This is a return to regularly scheduled releases for The Pinball Podcast and we discuss new things to come. We touch on Deeproot, Spinal Tap, recent-ish releases, and what we’ve been up … Continue reading "Episode 139 – Stonehenge Comes Down"

    Episode 138 – Ugly Gold Couch

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 18:41


    We roll out another one of our location interviews this week as Jessica talks to Debbie from Ugly Gold Couch. This location is housed in a private location that is open for special events, corporate events, and quite often to the local pinball community. The game lineup is amazing, and it’s a must-see for anybody … Continue reading "Episode 138 – Ugly Gold Couch"

    Episode 137 – The Pinball Lounge

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2021 33:29


    This week we have Ed Klamp on the show to talk about his location, The Pinball Lounge, out of Oviedo, Florida. We’re hoping that you’re enjoying getting to know all the people out there who work so hard to make location pinball so enjoyable and accessible to us all, especially during this Covid-19 pandemic. If … Continue reading "Episode 137 – The Pinball Lounge"

    Episode 136 - Wedgehead

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2021 66:38


    Jessica sits down to talk with Alan of Wedgehead out of Portland, Oregon. Wedgehead is a well-known location in the pinball world, especially if you’re out in the Pacific Northwest area. And perhaps as famous as their well cared for pins, Wedgehead offers killer merch that you’re see to see at any pinball show across … Continue reading "Episode 136 – Wedgehead"

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    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 26:38


    Ok, so episode 135 is actually episode 1…and really, with the B/C episodes and bonuses, that 135 is even more wrong. Whatever. But this exciting! We’re launching a new ongoing series within the podcast feed where we’re going to interview location owners, operators, and technicians! For our first episode, we feature The Richmond Pinball Collective. … Continue reading "Episode 135 – The Richmond Pinball Collective"

    Episode 134 - Mailing it (W)in

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 69:44


    Jess and Jeff are back again and we’ve nearly made it through 2020. Things are crazy right now in the world, and the pinball hobby is no exception. Here are a few things we touch on this episode. Jessica’s trip to the Pinball Palace Jessica’s OnlyFans account: https://onlyfans.com/tripleknocker Soft Plunge Pinball Swag and Clothing: http://softplungepinball.com Stern’s … Continue reading "Episode 134 – Mailing It (W)in"

    Episode 133 – No, We Weren’t Invited Either

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 74:19


    Hey, while you probably weren’t, and we definitely weren’t invited to either the Stern or Deeproot events, we do invite you to listen to the show. We discuss Punny Factory, Deeproot, JJP, Stern, P3, balls, game delivery drama, and the brilliance of Nick Baldridge along with a few more very important topics in this, the … Continue reading "Episode 133 – No, We Weren’t Invited Either"

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    Episode 132 - Hey, Wha' Happened?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2020 88:05


    Yep, we’re back. We know it’s been over a year, but don’t act like you actually missed us. Life, the world, and pinball has seen a lot of changes over the last year, so we try our best to get our feet back in the podcasting door and catch up. Please to enjoy our podcast … Continue reading "Episode 132 – Hey, Wha’ Happened?!"

    Episode 131 – No, It’s Not Pinburgh Yet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2019 69:45


    Jessica and Jeff answer all the important questions in this episode, such as if it’s Pinburgh yet. It is not Pinburgh yet. Sorry. We do have a Pinball Popcorn, courtesy of Joe Zenkus this episode!

    Episode 130 – Always Trending Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2019 98:41


    We’re back! After taking a little break to cope with some heavy life stuff (job changes, new business launches, travel, death of friends, brushes with suicidal urges, medical care, financial distress, family obligations, and all sorts of other joyful things), we’re back on the mics and we have a new show for you. Joe Zenkus … Continue reading "Episode 130 – Always Trending Up"

    Episode 129 – We Are Idiot

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2019 55:30


    Jessica is back from Australia after competing in the ACS and a few other events. Amid all the excitement, Jeff and Jessica realized that they did a very bad job planning for upcoming pinball shows and have to pay for that mistake….literally pay for it. We also discuss other things. Pinball things.

    Episode 128 – Jessica Set to Destroy Head2Head

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2019 59:47


    It’s our first episode of 2019 and we have some fun stuff going on. Jessica is heading back to Australia to compete in the ACS and try to become the Australian pinball champion. At worst, we just want her to end up as the highest finishing podcaster. We also discuss The Munsters, both of us … Continue reading "Episode 128 – Jessica Set to Destroy Head2Head"

    Episode 127 – Poorly Drawn Podcats

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2018 45:49


    Episode 127 is a true quick hitter that is about half as long as a normal episode, but we missed you little groundhogs too badly to not get on the mics. We talk about what we’ve been up to, intro a new listener feedback segment, and giggle out the remaining time. Oh, we also touch … Continue reading "Episode 127 – Poorly Drawn Podcats"

    Episode 126 – What’s in Your Gameroom?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2018 62:20


    On this episode we discuss cool additions to gamerooms that go beyond the games themselves. We offer up some of our ideas and we take some suggestions from readers, including this crazy hidden switch sculpture below from Dr. John. We also touch on a few recent happenings in pinball, including The Beatles stuff, Oktoberfest reactions, … Continue reading "Episode 126 – What’s in Your Gameroom?"

    Episode 125 – A Discussion on Plunging Without Innuendo

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2018 62:12


      Episode 125 arrives and we bring an old favorite segment from the past. Featured Five is back, and we discuss the act of putting the ball into play, usually known as plunging. Like any good Featured Five, we cheat the number a bit and give a few extra shoutouts. Also, we’re looking for more … Continue reading "Episode 125 – A Discussion on Plunging Without Innuendo"

    Episode 124 – We’re Back and Soon to Be Better Than Before

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2018 63:54


    Jess and Jeff are back together and have a new direction for the show…and we want your help and input! But first, hear us struggle through a few explanations and emotions. Thanks to all who supported both of us through the last couple of months of our ups and downs. It has meant a lot. … Continue reading "Episode 124 – We’re Back and Soon to Be Better Than Before"

    Episode 123d – Pinburgh and Continuing Adventures Recap with Jimmy Nails and Secret Guest (It’s Bowen)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2018 111:49


    It’s a little later than other recaps, but this one is worth the wait! Jessica teams up with Jimmy Nails to recount their Pinburgh experience and the pinball road trip that followed to Chicago-area arcades, Stern Pinball, Spooky Pinball, and all sorts of little places in between. Bowen Kerins joins in to give some insight … Continue reading "Episode 123d – Pinburgh and Continuing Adventures Recap with Jimmy Nails and Secret Guest (It’s Bowen)"

    Episode 123c – Brisbane Masters 2018 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2018 66:47


    Jessica is joined by Vinnie and Lambo to recap the 2018 Brisbane Masters tournament. The Brisbane Masters is one of the coolest tournaments happening anywhere and lots of other event coordinators could learn a thing or two by how it’s ran. Listen in as Jessica runs it down.

    Episode 123b – 2018 Brisbane Masters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2018 16:49


    Jessica is joined by Vinny from Netherworld Arcade to discuss the 2018 Brisbane Masters. Hear how the event is put on how why you should be jealous that you’re not there. And if you are there, well, that’s rad. It’s a quick show, but it’s a fun one. Check it out!

    Episode 123 – FedEx Freight Sucks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2018 96:33


    Sorry for the lame episode title, but a little negative SEO is about all I can do here… Anyway, Jessica is down in Australia, but that doesn’t stop us from punching out another episode. We recap the Northwest and Denver shows, talk about some upcoming events, vent about the awful FedEx Freight ham handed delivery, … Continue reading "Episode 123 – FedEx Freight Sucks"

    Episode 122b – The Mean Queen Pinball Tournament

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2018 27:02


    Jessica is joined by Michael and Jess to discuss the upcoming Mean Queen Pinball Tournament that’s being held in New York City at Jackbar on June 23rd. The event will support the Ali Forney Center, which helps at-risk LGBTQ youth. 100% of the entry fees and donations will be given to the Ali Forney Center! … Continue reading "Episode 122b – The Mean Queen Pinball Tournament"

    Episode 122 – Mount Plungemore It Is

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2018 86:20


    We’re back at the selection process for Mount Plungemore and we settle on two more inductees. We still need your help determining the 4th and final face, so go vote, right here: https://goo.gl/forms/0308FAs0SyJ6nPsV2 Feel free to share the Mount Plungemore voting around with other pinball fans! Also, June 2nd, at noon Eastern, registration opens up for … Continue reading "Episode 122 – Mount Plungemore It Is"

    Episode 121b – Kaite Martin Discusses W.I.P.T. at Replay FX

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2018 25:28


    Jessica takes a few moments to sit down and talk with Kaite Martin, to discuss the announcement of W.I.P.T., the Women’s International Pinball Tournament, to be held at Replay FX. This event aims to be the largest female-only pinball tournament and with a prize pool of over $5000. Additional details can be found here: https://replayfx.org/competitions/womens-international-pinball-tournament/ Thanks … Continue reading "Episode 121b – Kaite Martin Discusses W.I.P.T. at Replay FX"

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    Episode 121 – From the Future!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2018 66:35


    Episode 121 is up! Jessica is back in Australia and we were able to work out a semi-great time to connect and talk some pinball. After some catching up, we make our first selection for the “Mount Rushmore of Pinball” project, and we might have even come up with a name for it. Thanks for … Continue reading "Episode 121 – From the Future!"

    Episode 120 – Let’s Chisel Faces in Mountains

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2018 82:21


    Episode 120 is here, and we’re probably delving into something regrettable. After a bit of talk about what we’ve been up to, news, and super on topic banter, we introduce our “Mount Rushmore of Pinball” project. We’re looking to poll the pinball community and find out which four people in pinball history would deserve to … Continue reading "Episode 120 – Let’s Chisel Faces in Mountains"

    Episode 119 – Didgeridon’t Stop

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2018 109:17


    Hey, we’re back! Jessica and  Jeff have plenty to catch up on between Pincade 2018 and TPF 2018. We have plenty to go over in this show, but we just need to state that New Zealanders and Aussies are quite alright with us. Heaps of fun, those mates.   News! Iron Maiden Alice Cooper Kingpin … Continue reading "Episode 119 – Didgeridon’t Stop"

    Episode 118 – Pinballs Drain the the Other Way in Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2018 118:03


    Hey, we’re back! Jessica and  Jeff are joined this episode by Jimmy Nails. Jimmy joins us from Brisbane, Australia where he runs the Netherworld Bar and Arcade (https://www.netherworldarcade.com/).  We discuss… Pinball in Brisbane Pinburgh Registration Iron Maiden (?) at Texas Pinball Festival Alice Cooper at TPF Kingpin Remake at TPF Support Mezel Mods! Jessica’s upcoming … Continue reading "Episode 118 – Pinballs Drain the the Other Way in Australia"

    Episode 117 – Not Dead Yet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2018 83:40


    We took a long, needed break, but we’re back for episode 117. You might notice by the sparse notes here, but things are a little bit in flux with The Pinball Podcast. As shortly as a few days ago, the show was considered done and over, but after some talking it over, we’re moving ahead … Continue reading "Episode 117 – Not Dead Yet"

    Episode 116 – Bobalee

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2017 92:16


    Jessica and Jeff get togeth–bobalee. Pinball News: Guardians of the Galaxy Reveal For Amusement Only EM and Bingo Pinball Podcast This Week in Pinball Belles and Chimes PDX on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bellespinballpdx Featured Machines by Rank Pinside Event Calendar twitter.com/pinballpodcast facebook.com/pinballpodcast PinballPodcast on Instagram TPP on Stitcher Radio pinballpodcast [at] gmail [dot] com Support our friends and … Continue reading "Episode 116 – Bobalee"

    Episode 115 – You Missed a Spot

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2017 92:57


    Jeff and Jessica chime in on Stern’s Guardians of the Galaxy reveal, talk about what they’ve been up to in pinball lately, and feature a pair of machines. There might be fighting, but there might not be. Pinball News: Guardians of the Galaxy Reveal For Amusement Only EM and Bingo Pinball Podcast This Week in … Continue reading "Episode 115 – You Missed a Spot"

    Episode 114 – Expo and Other Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2017 82:58


    With a longer than normal layoff, Jessica and Jeff were excited to get back on the mic and recap what’s been going on over the last 3 1/2 weeks in pinball, including Pinball Expo 2017. Things stay pretty chill for the most part until Jeff has a mini frustration outburst over a recently released game. … Continue reading "Episode 114 – Expo and Other Things"

    Episode 113 – Get Well, Tesla

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2017 81:19


    Jessica and Jeff are here to recap recent news in pinball, including some new artwork from Spooky Pinball’s next game, the upcoming JJP #4 game announcement, J-Pop’s upcoming gig with Deeproot Pinball, Torpedo Alley, and more. Stay tuned to the end for a new Pinball Popcorn from Joe Zenkus! For Amusement Only EM and Bingo … Continue reading "Episode 113 – Get Well, Tesla"

    Episode 112 – Finding Pinball’s Bottom

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2017 103:02


    Jessica and Jeff return after a longer period off than normal. While we were away, things went straight crazy, and we touch on that to get things started before delving into the uncertain history of Steve Kirk, and a few of the games he designed and possibly designed without proper credit. We’re looking for more … Continue reading "Episode 112 – Finding Pinball’s Bottom"

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    Episode 111 – Y1D1AE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2017 92:51


    It’s our first podcast after the TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE, and Jessica and Jeff go into games with a space-based theme. We also discuss Redshift’s Total Lightshow mod, P.B. Toots, and what we’ve been up to in pinball. Jeff has changed.   Belles and Chimes PDX on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bellespinballpdx Featured Machines by Rank Pinside Event Calendar twitter.com/pinballpodcast … Continue reading "Episode 111 – Y1D1AE"

    Episode 110 – Doggone Dog!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2017 119:12


    In a first for us, we have to break out Spanish Flea because of pet interference. Aside from that, we had a great time reviewing Pinburgh and California Extreme with Bowen Kerins. Thanks to Bowen for hanging in there late into the night while we got things back on track after Ridley nearly brought down … Continue reading "Episode 110 – Doggone Dog!"

    Episode 109 – Yay, Pinburgh!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2017 111:39


    Steve Bowden, of Fun With Bonus, joins us to talk about the upcoming Pinburgh tournament as well as to discuss sound integration in pinball games. We had some crazy technical issues, but thankfully we were able to salvage things. Episode 109 was a weird one to record. Before the software crashed, you’ll notice that Jess … Continue reading "Episode 109 – Yay, Pinburgh!"

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