Don’s Pinball Podcast

By donald garrison

What's Don’s Pinball Podcast about?

Hey, do you want to hear Pinball hot takes, reactions to news, reviews, and how long it took me to install my Godzilla mods? They click the button and invite me into your ear holes! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support

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Don’s Pinball Podcast episodes:

05.25.2024
DPP #125 "After Stern Breakdown"
Part story time part rumor breakdown one thing is for sure there are definitely characters in this hobby of ours! -Stern Factory tour breakdown -What did we see, what DIDN'T we see, and what might it mean -What is the agenda? -Should I buy...
05.23.2024
DPP#124 "Stern July Surprise!"
Let's talk pinball! Stern factory tour is tomorrow but before that go get your Black Knight shooter rod! They're back in stock! Also Funhouse looks better than I had thought, but I don't need one. Munsters? Metallica? Mecha Godzilla? Whats coming in july? Join...
05.17.2024
DPP #123 "Loads of pinball hottakes!"
Lets talk Pulp Fiction ownership, Gameplay review of John Wick, Where you can play both Wick and Funhouse this weekend, new podcast launched, Stern site visit upcoming! So much stuff you guys! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
05.16.2024
Special Podcast Debut!
Well we did it! We got together and released the triple headed beast! Join Orbital Albert from the Pinball Nerds podcast, Ryan Berry from Phantom Tilt, and myself for a devastating roundup on the latest in pinball! John Wick gameplay review! Funhouse...
05.12.2024
DPP #122 "We got Wicked! How fun is funhouse?"
If you would have told me how this week was gonna go I would have called you a liar. Let's talk about it! [email protected] follow on facebook/insta/youtube/discord Let's Pinball! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
05.08.2024
DPP #121 "The John Wick reveal"
It's here, its ok, it's making the internet angry. Let's discuss it! email [email protected] order games from Mad Pinball, sponsor of the podcast! [email protected] join the instagram, youtube, patreon, and discord family! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
05.06.2024
DPP #120 "Lets talk Wick...and Ohio"
We're on the road once again and the Wick rumors continue to float just out of reach but a few have landed...lets talk about them. Email me at [email protected] order games from [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
05.01.2024
DPP #119 "Rumors!"
Let's talk about rumors going on in pinball this week! Wat does the rest of the year look like for Stern and Jersey Jack Pinball? Also a new mod is available from the 3D lab for Jaws and its cheap and...
04.26.2024
DPP #118 "Jaws bili, Wick coming, and some Blues"
I'm fired up on friday after posting a personal best on Jaws! Let's reflect on this game now that a new cornerstone is nearly upon us. What would it take for John Wick to be a day one buy? Hear...
04.21.2024
DPP #117 "Pinball Blues! Brother, that's a bad title"
Hey hit play and listen to my show. Hi Cos and Ryan! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
04.13.2024
DPP #116 "Rumors, Black Knights, and wild speculation!"
Hey we're back once again to spend some quality time together! Let's discuss the Black Knight re-run, rumored games coming soon, and everything going on in the pinball hobby this weekend! Always happy to spend time with y'all! Enter to win Jaws...
04.10.2024
DPP #115 "Phantom Tilt lives! *interview*"
I'm very happy to be hosting Ryan and Kimba from the amazing future award-winning Phantom Tilt Podcast as we discuss all manner of ABBA, pinball marketing missteps and what companies need to do to get our money, haha! Thank you so...
04.04.2024
DPP #114 "The ABBA and DPX episode"
Hey its a podcast. David Slaymaker is a beast! Charles Thomas is a beast, orblivion style. What's up Paragon pin revival! You complete me! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
04.02.2024
DPP #113 "ABBA, DPX, MGC, OMG"
Well lets go again! It's been a while but were back in the swing of things! Be sure to check out todays sponsors which are totally real! Also enter to win some Jaws armor you guys! It's free! Even more fun...
03.24.2024
DPP #112 "Stern for sale? Beetlejuice soon...no!"
Hey Spring Breakers! Lets get out of the cold and go the the beach! Whats that? stuck at home? Well then come on down to downs winter hide-a-way for some pinball chit chat. After that check out some livestream action on...
03.23.2024
DPP #111 "Spooky Spring Break Special!"
Hey gang! Somehow the Spooky Pinball boys invited me back to Benton! We had a great leisurely conversation about life, love, and licensing! Much love to the gang as they decimate the market with their stellar new games! Did I ask...
03.19.2024
DPP #110 "Major changes at Pinball Bros?! Texas wrap up!"
Lets go! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
03.17.2024
DPP TPF Final day! Interviews be here!!
What a way to wrap up TPF with final thoughts and interviews! Chris Turner from Turner Pinball/Ninja Eclipse! Robin Rath from The Electric Playground/Twilight zone topper David Fix from American Pinball/BBQ As well as both mine and the Booth Babes final comments about the...
03.16.2024
Texas Pinball Festival day one recap
Day one coverage of TPF!! more to come --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
03.12.2024
DPP #109 "Foo Accessories! BBQ blowback! Kickstarter!"
Lets get prepped for TPF with Foo Accessories! Are you ready for giveaways next week! https://youtu.be/rCp-kdepJY0?si=qwmUfZ9pX_Hr5YR- Back Tanners childrens STEM pinball book at this link! [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
03.08.2024
DPP #108 "Barry's BBQ Challenge!"
It's been released! Hear my thought's about American Pinball's new Barry O's BBQ Challenge! Here is my take on shots and layout, theme, playability AND who I think this game is for. The Tank follow up is here and I can't...
03.07.2024
DPP #107 "Trent Kennedy interview! More JAWS!!"
Guys! I'm joined today by Trent Kennedy from Interactive Pinball, the maker of the forthcoming Jaws Shark-eat-ball mod! We talk about his process and what to expect! Also a bit about how Shark hunting is going on in home as well...
03.01.2024
DPP #106 "TCM vs LT: Which one is better?"
Oh man I have a current favorite between the two new Spooky games! Listen to hear which one I think gets the edge and also the reasoning behind it! Much thanks to show sponsor Mad Pinball! Thank you fot the continues...
02.27.2024
DPP #105 "Birthday Bash! Princess Bride layout impressions!"
It's my birthday! Let's do TWO unboxings today! Also I have a rumor update from Pinball Bros, first playfield impressions of Princess Bride, some shocking market developments, and more of the fun that I'm known for haha. Follow facebook and discord to...
02.23.2024
DPP #104 "TPF reveals? Looney Tunes stream! Let's Pinball!"
DPP 104 off the cuff! Let's get ready for TPF [email protected] patreon.com/donspinballpodcast youtube.com/@donspinballpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
02.18.2024
DPP #103 "Weekend round up! Princess Bride soon!"
Well heck let's go again on another one of these! So much to talk about! Haggis Delays, Degenies today!, Princess Bride soon and a whole host of Expos are just about upon us! Like, follow, sub! You guys are awesome! --- Support...
02.15.2024
DPP #102 "Year in preview! Shark eats ball...and wallet"
Hey howdy hey campers! Let's talk some pinball. Hang out on the socials! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
02.09.2024
DPP #101 "P3 upgraded! Venom code! Labyrinth shipping!"
Labyrinth is coming! Go watch the livestream with Pdub's Arcade Loft, it's really good! https://www.youtube.com/live/Js6a6C6uw4g?si=xSf_8S2Ve2m8FyPD email me [email protected] patreon.com/donspinballpodcast youtube.com/@donspinballpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
02.06.2024
DPP #100 "The greatest episode of all time!"
Love you guys! Listen to the greatest episode ever! Audio polished up a bit. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
02.05.2024
DPP #100 "Episode 100!!! Celebration!!"
Love you guys! Listen to the greatest episode ever! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
02.03.2024
DPP #99 "Why don't we see games and movies release at the same time anymore?"
Happy friday! So much going on let's talk about it! Have you played Jaws? Saved the ice cream in GTF? Bought some amazing mods? It's a good time to be in pinball!! Join the discussion and giveaways on patreon! patreon.com/donspinballpodcast email comments! [email protected] Follow facebook...
01.27.2024
DPP #98 "I don't hate American Pinball!"
Help Emma's girl scout troop! Cookie link is here! https://digitalcookie.girlscouts.org/scout/emma711415 This episode I clarify my position on American Pinball like butter! I want them to succeed but the decisions are weird! Also how bout a little pro vs premium on Jaws! email [email protected] and...
01.25.2024
DPP #97 "Anyone wanna buy a pinball company?"
No time to explain! Just listen up homie! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
01.18.2024
DPP #96 "I played JAWS!!!"
This is a big one! In which I recap my first game impressions on JAWS Pro AND Premium!! In short, it's GOOD! Also I walk back some comments about Pulp Fiction production for clarity. Don't ban me Mr. Sharpe!! Also I address...
01.09.2024
DPP #95 "2 New game releases besides JAWS?"
Oh man! News coming out of nowhere. Many companies competing for our business and we are the winners! Listen for my take on the news and how I think it just may play out! Also sleepy shark game, haha. [email protected] follow on facebook! patreon.com/donspinballpodcast ---...
01.05.2024
DPP# 94 "In which we talk JAWS and SPOOKY"
Man what a shark week to start of the year! And how about that Spooky topper. So far 2024 is really impressing. Let's travel the road together. Whether you need one of these new fancy games or an old classic,...
01.03.2024
DPP #93 "The one where we talk about Jaws"
Oh man is there salt in the air? Cause I sure am salty. Do you want a Jaws premium? I hope not, cause they're gone. I can't even get one. Apparently the run size is super small until June for...
01.01.2024
DPP #92 "2023 year in review!"
What a great year it has been in the pinball world! Kick back and listen to the tales that made the year what it was! So much more coming in 2024!! Celebrate tonight everyone! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
12.30.2023
DPP #91 "Inconceivable!"
Well what do you know about that? This morning The Princess Bride's FIRST IMAGE showed up in my inbox! Ceck it out on the facebook page for Don's Pinball Podcast or Knapp Arcade! Let's talk Pinburgh and the market in general....
12.25.2023
DPP #90 "Good Times, Good People, Good Fun!"
Episode 90! So many different exciting things to talk about in this episode. Staple your wig on cause this fire will blow you back! Were talking Spooky, Stern, TPF, DPP news and MORE! Slide into your holidays with some Don in your ear! Thanks...
12.18.2023
DPP #89 "Let's talk pinball"
Well I had nothing prepared but went hard anyway! [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
12.11.2023
Bonus episode! Don and Cengiz talk Spooky!
Here is the audio from a forthcoming youtube video I did with Cengiz for his RetroCengo youtube channel discussing Spooky Pinball's two new games and my expierence on them. Check out his channel and give him a sub at youtube.com/@retrocengo email me...
12.10.2023
DPP #88 "Looney Tunes/ TCM review!!"
Listen and learn. I played Spookys new games! Both were amazing. The shots feel the best I’ve seen from Spooky! 4 ramps, 4 flippers, interesting code and assets for days! Did I buy one or not? Listen in! --- Support this...
12.08.2023
DPP# 87 "Spooky Thoughts! Custom Pinball came through! Lebowski topper!"
Wow what a week it has been and it just won't stop! Here's my thoughts on the two new game from Spooky Pinball. Which one do I think will be the surprise hit? Listen now! Also I got my artblades from...
12.06.2023
DPP #86 "The Fix is in! Spooky reveal soon? Make a pinball machine!"
So what do I, NPH, and Trident Pinball all have in common? We're all at Disney this week haha! Who's not here is David Fix but the Hatted Wonder is in EFFECT! Two interviews just dropped and I'm here with...
12.02.2023
DPP #85 "New game preview episode!"
New game rumors previewed! The word on Jaws is getting stronger on what's included and I go into my thoughts. Also Spooky may just be closer to revealing than I was speculation or expecting! This time next week we may...
11.28.2023
DPP #84 "Bob Rose interview! Lebowski Topper!"
Super fun episode today discussing the nearly sold out in one day Lebowski topper from teppinball.com our friends from The Electric Playground. Also some Jaws speculation as it may be coming soon! Ending on an excerpt from an interview I did...
11.23.2023
DPP #83 "The bird-brained episode!"
It's the thankful episode full of birdbrained ideas. Come join the party! [email protected] patreon.com/donspinballpodcast youtube.com/@donspinballpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/donspinballpodcast/support
11.18.2023
DPP #82 "The IAAPA episode!"
You guys! Just had the most amazing time at IAAPA in Orlando. Got a ton more time on Elton John and Pulp Fiction. Black Knight is back in a big way, with more to come! Spooky is gonna announce soon you guys! Buy...
11.10.2023
DPP #81 "Mike Barnard interview! Venom final review!"
Hey hi howdy and good evening fellow chums. Are you ready for my final review on Venom? 200 games deep now hear all about it, and buy it! haha Also had a chance to talk to Mike Barnard, Stern artist for...

What's Don’s Pinball Podcast about?

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Don’s Pinball Podcast episodes:

DPP #125 "After Stern Breakdown"

DPP#124 "Stern July Surprise!"

DPP #123 "Loads of pinball hottakes!"

Special Podcast Debut!

DPP #122 "We got Wicked! How fun is funhouse?"

DPP #121 "The John Wick reveal"

DPP #120 "Lets talk Wick...and Ohio"

DPP #119 "Rumors!"

DPP #118 "Jaws bili, Wick coming, and some Blues"

DPP #117 "Pinball Blues! Brother, that's a bad title"

DPP #116 "Rumors, Black Knights, and wild speculation!"

DPP #115 "Phantom Tilt lives! *interview*"

DPP #114 "The ABBA and DPX episode"

DPP #113 "ABBA, DPX, MGC, OMG"

DPP #112 "Stern for sale? Beetlejuice soon...no!"

DPP #111 "Spooky Spring Break Special!"

DPP #110 "Major changes at Pinball Bros?! Texas wrap up!"

DPP TPF Final day! Interviews be here!!

Texas Pinball Festival day one recap

DPP #109 "Foo Accessories! BBQ blowback! Kickstarter!"

DPP #108 "Barry's BBQ Challenge!"

DPP #107 "Trent Kennedy interview! More JAWS!!"

DPP #106 "TCM vs LT: Which one is better?"

DPP #105 "Birthday Bash! Princess Bride layout impressions!"

DPP #104 "TPF reveals? Looney Tunes stream! Let's Pinball!"

DPP #103 "Weekend round up! Princess Bride soon!"

DPP #102 "Year in preview! Shark eats ball...and wallet"

DPP #101 "P3 upgraded! Venom code! Labyrinth shipping!"

DPP #100 "The greatest episode of all time!"

DPP #100 "Episode 100!!! Celebration!!"

DPP #99 "Why don't we see games and movies release at the same time anymore?"

DPP #98 "I don't hate American Pinball!"

DPP #97 "Anyone wanna buy a pinball company?"

DPP #96 "I played JAWS!!!"

DPP #95 "2 New game releases besides JAWS?"

DPP# 94 "In which we talk JAWS and SPOOKY"

DPP #93 "The one where we talk about Jaws"

DPP #92 "2023 year in review!"

DPP #91 "Inconceivable!"

DPP #90 "Good Times, Good People, Good Fun!"

DPP #89 "Let's talk pinball"

Bonus episode! Don and Cengiz talk Spooky!

DPP #88 "Looney Tunes/ TCM review!!"

DPP# 87 "Spooky Thoughts! Custom Pinball came through! Lebowski topper!"

DPP #86 "The Fix is in! Spooky reveal soon? Make a pinball machine!"

DPP #85 "New game preview episode!"

DPP #84 "Bob Rose interview! Lebowski Topper!"

DPP #83 "The bird-brained episode!"

DPP #82 "The IAAPA episode!"

DPP #81 "Mike Barnard interview! Venom final review!"

DPP #115 "Phantom Tilt lives! interview"