Don’s Pinball Podcast
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DPP #264 "Get your Specter on!!"
Spooky and Kooky are ruling my life right now. See what I mean in this laid back friday episode!
DPP #263 PINBALL EXPO 2026: Multimorphic Drama, New Games & The People Who Make Pinball Great!
Don's Pinball Podcast #263 – Pinball Expo 2026: The Drama, The Games, and The People!
Pinball Expo 2026 is in the books, and WOW, do we have a lot to talk about!
Buckle up, because episode #263 is a MONSTER! Coming in at nearly an hour long (that's about 2–3 times my usual rambling), we're breaking down everything from one of the biggest weekends in pinball. New games, industry drama, surprise announcements, rumors, incredible homebrews, and most importantly, the people who make this hobby so much fun!
First up, let's talk about the elephant in the room: MULTIMORPHIC.
Th...
DON'S PINBALL PODCAST #262 – PINBALL EXPO 2026: NEW GAMES, BIG SURPRISES & BON JOVI ROCKS THE SHOW!
🎸 DON'S PINBALL PODCAST #262 – PINBALL EXPO 2026: NEW GAMES, BIG SURPRISES & BON JOVI ROCKS THE SHOW! 🎸
Pinball Expo 2026 is here, and we're diving headfirst into all the excitement, new releases, and incredible homebrew creations!
This episode is PACKED with pinball goodness as we break down some of the biggest games making waves at Expo!
🔥 Stern's AC/DC Remake – Back in Black! We're talking about the return of this rock-and-roll classic and what it brings to the table.
🎪 Cirqus Voltaire from American Pinball – The circus is back in town! We discuss the revival of this le...
Don's Pinball Podcast Episode #261 – Back to the Future Drama, Expo Hype & Arabian Nights Magic!
🎙️ Don's Pinball Podcast Episode #261 – Back to the Future Drama, Expo Hype & Arabian Nights Magic!
No script, no agenda, just Don firing up the microphone and talking pinball!
This week we're diving into the latest happenings in the pinball world, starting with Dutch Pinball's Back to the Future and some questionable business practices that deserve a closer look. Is the excitement surrounding this highly anticipated title being overshadowed by how Dutch Pinball is handling things?
Next, Pinball Expo in Chicago is almost here! The excitement is building as the industry prepares for one of its big...
DPP #260 "MAKE MOUNTAIN DEW PINBALL!"
Don’s Pinball Podcast — MAKE MOUNTAIN DEW PINBALL!
Stern, build this game for the rest of us!
This episode kicks off with the incredible Mountain Dew pinball machine Stern built for Barstool Sports. But after seeing it, I have one big question: Why can’t WE buy one?
I make my case for Stern to take the Mountain Dew concept and turn it into a real production game available to the public. The theme, colors, artwork and pure ridiculous fun of Mountain Dew seem absolutely PERFECT for pinball. Stern — make the game and take my...
DPP #259 "It's Winchester Week!!"
Don’s Pinball Podcast #259
A lot to talk about this week — starting with my brand-new Winchester Mystery House from Barrels of Fun!
I’ve had some serious time with the game already, but ownership didn’t start without a few surprises. I get into my first impressions of Winchester Mystery House, some of the repairs and fixes I had to make, and where I’m at with the game now.
And if you haven’t seen it yet, head over to the Don’s Pinball Podcast YouTube channel! I’ve got the full Winchester Myste...
DPP# 258 Stern Ghostbusters Remastered?! D&D Topper Review, Sonic Code & Pinball News
Don’s Pinball Podcast – Episode 258: Ghostbusters Remastered Rumors, D&D Accessories, Sonic Code & More!
This episode is packed with pinball news, reviews, rumors, and plenty of speculation!
I take a closer look at the new Dungeons & Dragons topper and accessories, including the pricing, what you actually get, and whether I think they’re worth the money. I also talk about the latest Sonic pinball code update and what it adds to the game.
Then it’s time for some Barrels of Fun speculation as I discuss what their next game could be, along with the...
DPP #257 "Nashville is awesome!"
Don’s Pinball Podcast – Episode 257Bon Jovi! Cirqus Voltaire! Fallout! TOTAN! Let’s Talk Pinball!
Episode 257 is here, and there’s a LOT happening in pinball this week!
I kick things off with some Bon Jovi pinball talk, including my thoughts on the game, the theme, and where things stand. Then we get into Cirqus Voltaire and the possibility of seeing this absolute classic return. Would a modern version capture what made the original so special?
Of course, we have to talk Stern’s Fallout. Now that the game is out in the wild, ther...
DPP #256 "Fallout reaction"
Don’s Pinball Podcast – Episode 256: My Initial Thoughts on Fallout Pinball
Stern Pinball has finally revealed Fallout, and it’s time for my first full reaction to the machine!
In this episode, I break down my initial impressions of the game, including the artwork, cabinet presentation, playfield layout, shots, toys, theme integration, and overall design. Does the machine capture the strange, violent, retro-futuristic world of Fallout? Did Stern deliver something worthy of one of the biggest video game franchises of all time—or did the hype get ahead of the final product?
These...
DPP #255 "Fallout pre-game show! "
DON’S PINBALL PODCAST — EPISODE 255
☢️ FALLOUT PINBALL IS ALMOST HERE!
Stern Pinball’s Fallout is officially being revealed tomorrow, and we’re breaking down everything we know so far!
In this episode of Don’s Pinball Podcast, I react to the Fallout teaser and the newly released story trailer, talk about what Stern appears to be setting up for the game, and give my thoughts heading into the full reveal.
What can we learn from what Stern has shown us? What does the story trailer tell us about the direction of the game? And...
DPP #254 "Donstradamus predicts the future!"
🎙️ DON’S PINBALL PODCAST — EPISODE 254
The pinball industry keeps getting more expensive—and more interesting. In Episode 254, Don breaks down the latest pinball news, pricing discussions, new-game speculation, manufacturer updates, and everything else happening around the hobby.
Expect honest opinions, industry talk, rumors, reactions, and the occasional tangent that can only happen on Don’s Pinball Podcast.
🔥 TOPICS DISCUSSED:
• The latest news from around the pinball industry
• New pinball machine pricing and recent price increases
• Whether pinball prices are keeping pace with inflation
• Premium, Pro and Limited Edition pricing
• Recently an...
DPP #253 "The Return of the Stern!"
Let's get into where this hobby REALLY is at! Is Stern Ready to punch back?
-$2 a game? Is it time?
and more in this SIMULCAST episode which is also on youtube for those video inclined folks
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DPP #252 "A wild week of pinball!"
It just doesn't stop!! Neither should we. Has this been an uneventful first half of the year? Maybe, but the second half is making up for it with tons of great games!
Let's get into it all! Hi, I'm Don, I'll be your guide.
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DPP #251 "A Fair and Balanced look at Bon Jovi"
Well heck, I played it and I liked it and I think other people will too. Listen for my thoughts, no spoilers here lol.
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More to come from SFGE this weekend. Love you guys.
DPP #250 "Calm Down Everybody!"
This has been the strangest week in pinball. What is going on? Everyone is angry, accusing each other of leaking this, or trashing that. We got 3 new pinball releases this week and we all need some time to process.
No one is making you buy anything. Let's just breathe and play some games. There's bigger issues out there than this.
It's an appeal to sanity everybody! Myself included.
DPP #249 "Is the Barrel only half full now? DCC wins the week!"
What a stellar release week we've had! Some very polarizing choices. I will be clear that every game will be fun to play and locations should get them, maybe. But at these prices I think we should demand more.
I'll get into that all here! It's the Barrels of Fun and Multimorphic episode!!
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DPP #248 "P3's and BOF Dreams"
Well what do you know, not much, but here it is anyway! Do I know what the new Barrels of Fun game is? I think I do, or at least 3 things it could be and a great way to launch it.
ALSO Dungeon Crawler Carl is about to have its pinball moment!! Also also I have found a way to truly evaluate the P3 system at home that I'm very excited about!
I have a new partnership with sponsor Kingpin Games for the P3 universe of games! Chris over there is a homie and has...
DPP #247 "Big Episode! New BOF?!"
Hey everyone!! I'm back from an epic European/African trip with a gang of thigs to talk about, speculate about, and discuss!!
Thanks to Jeff for the awesome song for this episode as we scream towards episode 250!
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Thanks so much everyone!!
Steve Ritchie Interview!
Here is the complete audio of my sit down with inductry legend Steve Ritchie at the launch of his 35th game Sonic the Hedgehog from Jersey Jack Pinball.
I had such an excellent time and can't wait to hang with this guy again.
Thanks so much to Steve, Jack, and the whole team over there at JJP. Really excited to see what the future holds!
DPP# 246 "Sonic time, Cruise time, Multimorphic time"
Where's the game at Gerry?! I wanna see the new hotness that the P3 is bringing!
Oh also Sonic came out and the people over at Jersey Jack are just the best. I'm back from my visit where I got to play the game AND interview Steve! Check out that interview as it's own bonus episode after this one!
Thanks everyone for listening and participating in the pinball fun!
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DPP #245 "Monday Fish Fry"
MagiKarp!!!! The topper is revealed inadvertantly!! Too late to avert your eyes!
Stern topperpalooza continues, wish I had the games that they go to though. Oh well, let's look at TOTAN! She's good to look at but is she seaworthy?
Also what's in a number? Do limited number cutoffs excite you or are they meh, just give me the game?
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DPP #244 "Toppers and Museum Field Trips"
Let's get together for some awesome pinball talk!
We got hit with a new topper accessory out of nowhere this week. Reactions seem to be mixed but favorable. My question...what do YOU look for in a topper?
We talk soon-to-debut games as well! Rumor is more than Sonic is coming this month. What will the game of the summer be?!
Also I talk some Spooky stuff!
It's all good, it's all fun! I've got a C-3PO topper up for somebody. Reach out at...
DPP #243 "Free pinball focus group!"
Here's a rundown of every active pinball company and the vibes/rumors/enthusiasm for each.
These shows are super fun to do. What rumored game are you most excited for?
[email protected] to get on a list for a future title and/or get yourself a game
DPP #242 "Transformers! It's a game!"
What a cool game this is! Thanks so much to Stern pinball for the invite and sandwiches! Here how my time with the game went.
Assets, layout, art, and yeah, pretty much Transformers.
DPP #241 "The Lodi Episode"
Oh man what a uniquely fun time I just had out in Lodi. Golden State Pinball Festival is too generic a name for this show. Be sure to check it out next year and plan to bring a tent/RV/Designated driver when you do because it is something else!!
Also be sure to sick around for the multimorphic minute as we celebrate Weird Al and the P3 platform.
Thanks to everyone who made the show a success!
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DPP #240 "Transformers and Euro pinball!"
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DPP #239 "New Games, New Sales, New Drama!!"
Happy May everybody! Jam-packed high energy show for your weekend!
We got pin-drama with Big Bang Bar!
New Stern Cornerstone reveal and how to win a chance to go!!
New JJP Game on the line already?!
Beetlejuice build update!
Buy my Pokemon LE!
and so much more!
Love you guys! Thanks so much to the 1000+ of you that listen regularly!
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DPP#238 "Rumors from the Buckeye State!"
Let's get caught up on all the news and rumors going around right now as we prepare to enter Pin-Summer!!
I got location reports, new game impressions for 3 Musketeers, and MORE just for you, dear listener.
I'm almost back home and I can't wait. For now, we chat pins!
DPP #237 "Dungeons and Karls"
We're back baby with new pinball rumors, ne pinball speculation, and new Patreon members! Hey Osi! Thanks so much!!!
Let's talk Dungeon Crawler Carl one more time. Who's making it? I think I know but am I wrong?
How are y'all planning on navigating Transformers vs Sonic the Hedgehog? I have my strategy picked out. Let's see if it works.
All that and Yukon Yeti and He-Man to boot! Let's go, train is leaving!
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DPP #236 "The State of (my) Pinball"
Back at it after a forced hiatus let's get back to basics. What's going on with the pinball world and what do we have to look forward to and HOW should we approach it. Should we really run after everything or just let it breathe a bit?
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DPP #235 "Unboxing a Pokemon"
So a funny thing happened on the way to a Pokemon LE. Disaster, horror, sorrow, and a silver lining! Join me on an emotional roller coaster of redemption!
Thanks to Zach and the team at FlipnOut for saving the day! Really appreciate it!
Dig in to some hot new pinball news as well! Thanks so much for the support you guys! We're all in this together haha.
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DPP #234 "Dispatch from TPF 2026"
Its a rundown of everything from the Texas Pinball Festival 2026 SO FAR!
Going back to the show but here's a quick half-time report ! Yukon Yeti is fun, Houdini looks great, Beetlejuice is unstoppable, and people are enjoying Pokemon.
Homebrew rules!!!
JJP/BOF still basking in the glow of Harry Potter and Winchester.
DPP #233 "Yukon Gold Rush!!"
Here it is! The rumors were true and Turner Pinball looked to have crushed it with Yukon Yeti! The follow up to Whitewater from the 90's is here!
I have been able to look over the assets for the new machine and here's my 'first look' takeaway.
Game looks fun! Look at that ramp!
Order banks are open now over at Turnerpinball.com and/or through high quality distributors like Mad Pinball!
Game ships this summer! Way to go Chris and team!
DPP #232 "AP ripped a great pack!"
Wow did American Pinball rip open a good pack of Pinballmon cards! Some great additions to the company has me now very interested in whats to come!
Also I crowd-sourced topics for todays show so thanks to all of you for the opinions!
Get in on a jam-packed episode of Don's Pinball Podcast!
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DPP #231 "Let's go to Jack in the Box!"
What else do you do after a night of drinking in LA? haha
So much to talk about!
Cirqus Voltaire remake?!
Dungeon Crawler Carl!
Spooky updates!
No new P3 at TPF??
So much more!!
DPP #230 "Pokemon LE! Did you catch one?!"
All about Pokemon and MY personal quest for the LE I didn't know I wanted...but everyone else did.
This game is special NOT because of mechs and layout but in spite of that and I'll tell you why.
Also...when will we see Godzilla on Spike 3? King of the Monsters edition? It's gotta be coming!
We are into a great year of pinball everybody! Let's celebrate! You DON'T need an LE to partake either!
Let's all hang out in Texas next month!
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DPP #229 "Can you call yourself a Pinball Company if you can't make games?"
Let's talk about the fall of DPX!
Also I have Orbital Albert on to talk Pokemon!! Collector treasure or pump 'n' dump?
Thanks to everybody involved in Pinball at the Beach!
DPP #228 "Day 1 dispatch! BJ reception, BOF excites!"
Pokemon! I don't know anything about it. But here's what I do know and I'm here to share the day one details of the Pinball at the Beach show!
Let's go!
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DPP #227 "Bring on the Beach!!"
American Pinball, Spooky, Barrels, Stern, and JJP...so much to talk about!
I'm looking forward to some surprises at the beach! Let's make it happen!!
So much more to come this week. Let's celebrate pinball!!
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Let's go!!
DPP #226 "Who need's a RAZA?"
Let's get into it!
UGH work is trying to end me. Let's have some fun anyway!
I analyze the RAZA/Dutch situation, countdown to Pinball at the Beach, wax about AP for a while, and try to stop slowly losing my mind. Come with me! It'll be fun!
