The Classic Pinball Podcast

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#53 Eight Ball Champ - The Classic Pinball Podcast May 18, 2021

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The guys start with thoughts on the newest games: Mandolorian and Fathom. They then review Eight Ball Champ and play a few games. Bonus Feature: 4 Square by Gottlieb.

#52 Gremlins - The Classic Pinball Podcast Apr 27, 2021

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In this episode Dave and George explore a wide variety of topics: Evel Knievel,American Pickers, Captains Auction, Twilight Zone, Star Trek Next Gen, pinflation, container games, Dave’s Adventures, Nunchuck Ping Pong, Pokerino, 3 Superman playfields, Silverball Mania, Eightball Champ, Gremlins, Bonus Feature: Pinball shows and rollercoasters

#51 - The Pinball Asylum - The Classic Pinball Podcast Mar 16, 2021

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In this episode Dave and George interview, David Denholtz and Eric Stone, members of the Pinball Asylum. David is on the board of directors and Eric is a member. They discuss their first tournament of the year and background on the club. Dave then interviews Eric about his multi year run in pinball tournaments to reach the big event. Matt Malone who has engineered a home brew pinball called Dragon Ball Z enters the conversation and talks about his game and it’s development. Eric then gives some heartfelt thoughts about Norma Jennings and her battle with cancer. Bonus Feature: Eric discusses the world championship that is slated for November at The Pinball Asylum.

#50 Pinbrewfest - The Classic Pinball Podcast Mar 09, 2021

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In this episode Dave and George welcome coproducer of the Ohio Pinbrewfest, Keith Campanelli. The show is scheduled to start on April 8, 2021. They talk about pinball, beer, tournaments, food trucks and all things related to the show. Please join us to learn about the first pinball show of the year in the USA. Bonus feature: How far?

#49 The Amazing Spider-Man - The Classic Pinball Podcast Mar 02, 2021

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Another customer game comes through Dave’s shop and they get to talk about it and then play a few games.

#48 Caribbean Cruise (Gottlieb) - The Classic Pinball Podcast Feb 23, 2021

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Dave and George don’t just talk about this rare Gottlieb guts pinball, they actually play a few games. It’s been several episodes since they have played a game during an episode. Bonus feature: The Sheet - SKI - Joe Pesci

#47 Hot Doggin - The Classic Pinball Podcast Feb 16, 2021

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The boys give Bally Hot Doggin the once over. Church of the Silverball. Dave’s Cape Cod adventure. Star Wars episode 1, Jacks Open, Paragon, Adams Family, Mini Pool and Caribbean Cruise games are discussed. Fox cities / District 82. Pinball Asylum Tailgate. Bonus Feature: Where was that Jeepster?

#46 Space Riders (Atari) - The Classic Pinball Podcast Feb 08, 2021

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In this episode Dave interviews a father and son team from Rochester NY who are big fans of our podcast and Dr. Dave's Pinball Restorations YouTube channel. Scott and his 11 year old son Griffin discuss their current collection and how they enjoy working on them to bring them back to like new condition. The pinball passion is on full display with Griffin talking pinball designers, dates and manufacturers. With young people like Griffin fully engaged in the hobby, there's no fear of pinball going away anytime soon! Also discussed is the generosity and knowledge of the late great Gottlieb System 80 guru Steve Charland who helped Scott and Griffin diagnose and repair some tough issues with games in their collection. Games currently in Scott and Griffin's collection featured this episode: Atari Space Riders, Gottlieb Funland, Bally Paragon, Williams Black Out

#45 Bobby Orr Power Play - The Classic Pinball Podcast Feb 02, 2021

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BOPP review and restore. Monopoly, Wizard of Oz, Lord of the Rings, Captain Card day spa. Ron rant. Bonus Feature: Snowboard vs Wrestling.

#43 The 12 Days of Pinball - The Classic Pinball Podcast Dec 23, 2020

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In this episode George does a reprise of the Xenon TV episode where he asks Dave to select one of 12 topics and then goes through the remainder. Stern sound board, Lucky Leo, Kangaroo, Do the twist, Future Proof, Beyond Playland, Led Zeppelin, Centaur, Captains Auction, Mech connectors, Cabinet, Year in review. Extras: Indiana Jones, Hot Doggin, Battlezone, X games.

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