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Don’s Pinball Podcast
by donald garrison
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!
Episodes
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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…
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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...
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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…
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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...
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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 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_u_Grfzec9M I love y'all on Patreon! patreon.com/donspinballpodcast email...
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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. Hit me up! [email protected] patreon.com/donspinballpodcast…
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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. Need a Bon Jovi? [email protected] More to come from SFGE this weekend. Love you guys.
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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...
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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!! Need P3...
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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...
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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! [email protected] patreon.com/donspinballpodcast Thanks so much everyone!!
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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....
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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!...
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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…
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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…
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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
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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.
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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...
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DPP #240 "Transformers and Euro pinball!"
Quick upload. Email me!
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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…
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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!
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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...
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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? Hit me up! [email protected]...
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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...
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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...
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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…
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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! Email!...
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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!!
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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…
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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!
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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! patreon.com/donspinballpodcast really appreciate the support! email Don at [email protected]
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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!! [email protected] patreon.com/wearepinball Let's go!!
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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!
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DPP #225 "A 2026 primer"
Collapse the wave function! Which timeline are we living in? So many possibilities at the start of the year. Transformers or Pokemon? KISS or ACDC? AP, BOF, or Turner?! Listen in to this HYPE episode of Don's Pinball Podcast. It's gonna be a great year I can FEEL it!! Be a bro and join the…
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DPP #224 "The return of the Want!"
It's fun to have games out there that you want! I talk about what I mean by that and I'm coming to realize that it is fun to NOT have something and be on the lookout for it. Also I played TWD remastered and yeah, it was fun. Let's celebrate pinball and remember that you DON'T have to own a game…
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DPP #222 "Toppers and FOMO and Death Bars!"
What a week this turned out to be! We got surprise accessory drops from 3 of our favorite companies here in pinball and I wanna talk all about it! Also we talk directly to Spooky pinball about their new 'Death Bar' upgrade briefly. It's a great time for pinball and 2026 better get it act together...
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DPP #221 "Scorbit Interview!"
Do not miss this one! I'll admit I've been sleeping on Scorbit and it's interactivity but I'm now aware of just how cool all of this tech is! Listen in as I get schooled LIVE on the functionality and the breadth of games that can really benefit from this score-tracking and interactive platform!...
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DPP #220 "This Old (pinball) House!"
Are you ready to get upset by cabinetry? Well friend, you are in good company haha! Let's talk nonsense and toppers, and Sonic, and DVE as a creepy elf and lets have some fun doing it! Here's your call to action! patreon.com/donspinballpodcast to join in on the mayhem and win prizes!...
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DPP #219 "Are connected apps the way forward? Accessories and other stuff!"
Once again let's meet to celebrate pinball and all the fun we can make with it! I'm back in town and trying to get caught back up with everything! Heck I was just about to preorder a Transformers until I checked the date. Let's get teasers like that again. Also, Plungr, Insider Connected…
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DPP #218 "The 12 games of Thanksgiving!"
Thank you Scott and Josh from the Loser Kid Pinball podcast for the inspiration to do my own take on the 'end of year best' list! All 12 were actually good games this year! I feel like everyone really leveled-up and brought some bangers to the community. Which ones were your favorites?! Where did…
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DPP #217 "Beetlemania is here!!"
There's more than sweet corn in southern Wisconsin! Was the world even ready for this awesome pinball machine that just dropped? I was there to see it live and so were 20 of my new closest/luckiest friends! Jam packed episode celebrating all things pinball! Get in on this sweet episode and let's...
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DPP #216 "The Walking DOA"
Let's go everyone! Pinball machines are fun and there's a lot of new ones to talk about! My name is Don as you know and I like pinball. Cant wait to play The Walking Dead Remastered but I am not alone in not having ordered one. Now I may not know why YOU didn't do that, but here's my reasoning....
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DPP #215 "Happy Halloween! (and Beetlejuice)"
Hey guys! Ready for some nonsense? -Beetlejuice midnight release party! -Show games! -Dirty Flippers! -TWD Remastered is probably gonna be kinda neat Let's chat! [email protected] patreon.com/donspinballpodcast Buy a game or get on a list today with Mad! [email protected] use code WAP!!
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Beetlejuice Midnight Launch Event Announcement
10/30/2025 at noon watch for the code word on the Don's Pinball Podcast page socials. Email that word to [email protected] 20 spots total, will take first come first served until list is full. Questions? [email protected] It's gonna be awesome!
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