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Pinball Profile
by Pinball Profile
interviews with Jeff Teolis from the people behind all things Pinball related
Episodes
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Episode 444: Pinventory with Ed Giardina
The man who gave us the IFPA app has another gem with Pinventory. Have a listen to hear how Pinventory can help you as a collector or operator as Ed explains.
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Episode 443: Jorian Engelbrektsson
Jorian is 2nd only to the GOAT Keith Elwin when it comes to Major wins in Pinball (currently with 7 to Keith’s 11). He explains his hiatus from competitive pinball, how it felt to travel away from his home country Sweden, and how the machines and players have changed today. Enjoy hearing from a...
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Episode 442: Pinball. A Quest for Mastery (book)
New England’s Tasker Smith has put together an incredible 250+ page book for every pinball enthusiast. It’s packed with tips, illustrations, history, stories and more. Find out more at www.pinballmastery.org, and get your copy!
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Episode 441: UK Open AND the EPC together!
The biggest pinball tourneys in Europe are happening September 24-27th in London, UK. Tournament organizer Neil McRae talks about the new location for the UK Open, plus combining it with one of pinball’s major events, the European Pinball Championship! Tickets go on sale July 1st at www.ukopen.net
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Episode 440: Retro Ralph
One of the best pinball content creators you'll find anywhere. Retro Ralph shares his fascination of the silverball and how his hobby has consumed much of his life with videos, podcasts, launches and more.
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Episode 439: Emily Reilhan
Talk about a banner year…and it’s only June! Emily has won everything under the sun so far in 2026 as you’ll hear, including the Women’s World Championship, the WNACS, the first ever Women’s Canadian National Pinball Championship and more! She talks about getting into pinball, balancing skills…
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Episode 438: David Morris of Phantom Amusement
If you’re ever in Manitoba, Canada, check out their growing pinball scene. David talks about the birth of the creating a pinball environment with the Manitoba Pinball League, the MPC, his arcade Phantom Amusement, and even getting his pinball machines in big movies!
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Episode 437: The Pinball Capital’s Francis Wisniewski
Good luck this weekend with the Grand Opening, including a Roger Sharpe appearance, a signed Bank Shot machine giveaway and more! Find out about this huge arcade in Stone Park, Illinois, and hear how it all began with Francis Wisniewski.
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Episode 436: Pinball Profile Top 10 Most Intriguing People of 2025
Better late than never.
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Episode 435: Cassie Begay
Another great Colorado player wins a big one. Cassie Begay is the 2026 INDISC Women’s champ! Hear Cassie relive the victory, plus talk about all the great players in her state, dividing time at tourneys, and getting to see the world through pinball.
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Episode 434: Raymond Davidson remastered
Stern Pinball’s Raymond Davidson talks about tinkering with masterpieces like Metallica and The Walking Dead. And we hear about his first lead game for programming, Star Wars: Fall of the Empire. And a little competitive banter too with one of the game’s all-time best players.
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Episode 433: Bird Arzoumanian of Pinball People
Bird has found love for pinball, competitions and the positive community vibe. Check out their Discord Channel “Pinball People”, and hear how many people just like Bird have flocked (bad pun, sorry) to the pinball scene, especially in the pinball haven that is the northwest. Pinball People…
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Episode 432: Kyle Spiteri
Kyle came up to Toronto, Canada this past summer to represent Stern Pinball and give a seminar at an open house at Player One Amusement Group. We discussed what goes into being able to fix pinball machines and how anyone can learn. He even took in a little Canadian culture too.
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Episode 431: Portal chat with Ian Harrower and Brad Albright
It's another super fun game from Multimorphic. Hear more about Portal with some of the key people behind the game, Ian Harrower and Brad Albright. And play it this weekend at the Houston Arcade & Pinball Expo!
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Episode 430: Icebox in Seattle
One of many fine pinball places in Seattle...it's Icebox! Hear from many locals who rant and rave about this very cool hangout (pun intended).
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Episode 429: Pinball Expo 2025 Hype
For 41 years, Pinball Expo has been a staple and a must see for all pinball enthusiasts. Rob Berk shares some of the details and highlights.
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Episode 428: Pinball in Taiwan
Jake Crimmins is making pinball events a common thing in Taiwan. Hear how Jake is doing everything to help create a scene, plus travelling to the UK Open and Sweden, and who knows where else.
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Episode 427: Martin Ayub and Pinball News
You'd be hard to find anyone in the last 25 years who has provided more pinball information than Martin Ayub of Pinball News. It was a pleasure to chat with Martin, who has seen and reported on so much over the years and still continues to provide rich content on both his website and podcast.
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Episode 426: When in Rome
When in Rome...make sure to grab dinner with 4x World Champ, and local legend Daniele Acciari, along with 2x World Champ Johannes Ostermeier who's in town studying. Let the vino flow!
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Episode 425: Jokton Strealy
The man who gave us PinShades and now PinSteps has a lot more to offer. Need a mohawk model? A fire breather? A pinball travel buddy? Jokton's your man as you'll hear on this episode.
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Episode 424: Rocky Horror Pinball
Give yourself over to absolute pleasure. What a great way to celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show with an amazing homebrew. Wolfgang Grauvogl of Austria has taken a Black Rose machine and turned it into a beautiful creation. Hot patootie, it's fun!
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Episode 423: Timber Engelbeen
Timber is looking to do well in his first IFPA World Championship. Hear Timber tell about his big win earlier in the year in his home country of Belgium, his first ever trip to INDISC, how he got his cool name and more.
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Episode 422: Michael Trepp
If you've ever played in an IFPA event, good chance Michael approved your submission. Hear from the long time IFPA/Country Director as he talks about pinball in his home country of Switzerland, some of its players and locations, giving back to pinball, and what it takes to run BIG events like the...
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Episode 421: Markus Stix
As IFPA 20 comes to Austria this week, they'll see one of the best players ever from that country. Markus Stix talks about the world coming to Austria twice in the span of a month (EPC & IFPA 20), plus playing competitively for 30 years and others who compete at a high level in Austria.
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Episode 420: Jason Werdrick
A long-time pinball pro, originally known as "The Kid". Jason tells us about playing pinball in the early days, testing games, early competitions and what's it's like to still compete today at a high level.
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Episode 419: Lukas Ott
Another great young German player has cracked the top 100 in IFPA standings. He recently made his first trip to INDISC this winter, and now has his sights on big events in Europe including this weekend's European Pinball Championship in Austria.
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Episode 418: Erin Winick Anthony
A science communicator, the "Learning to Flip" host, and excited pinball player, Erin has done a lot in a short time in the pinball hobby. She was one of the first to flip the new Barrels of Fun machine "Dune", and she's also flipped in zero gravity. Erin shares the latest on earth...and beyond!...
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Episode 417: Jack Slovacek & Nic Stein
The Dynamic Duo of Davis, California are ready to take on the world! Hear from two great friends and top players as they set their sights on both their first European Pinball Championships and IFPA 20 World Championships in Austria.
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Episode 416: European Pinball Championship – coming to Austria May 2025
Stefan Riedler of RS Pinball discusses the massive undertaking to bring the EPC to Austria this spring. But it's much more than just the best players in the world at one of the biggest events anywhere. Besides being one of only 5 pinball Majors, there's more to see and do. Have a listen, and sign...
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Episode 415: Kaylee Campbell
Fresh off her victory at the Women's Championship at INDISC, Kaylee has bigger sights in mind for 2025. Coming up, a nice tribute event in honour of the late Kevin Shanus at Super Abari, then the Women's North American Championship in March, followed by Pinburgh in July. Hear Kaylee talk about…
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Episode 414: Erika’s Pinball Journey
In a very short time on the scene, Erika has been providing great pinball content with her videos, Instagram updates and more. Hear about her film background and how there's more in the works from Erika including help with TWIPy's, pinball media mixers and maybe a homebrew???
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Episode 413: The Pinball Profile Top Ten Most Intriguing People of 2024
Who made this year's list? Hear their stories here.
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Episode 412: Major Champions
There were 5 Major pinball championships in 2024. Here are the 4 people that won them. Zach McCarthy, Jason Zahler, Raymond Davidson, and Escher Lefkoff. We sat down at the UK Open to discuss their wins and their responses to similar questions asked to each of them.
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Episode 411: The Strong National Museum of Play
A must-see in Rochester, NY! Home to both the World Video Game Hall of Fame, and the Toy Hall of Fame...and a whole lot of pinball machines and history. And all of it is interactive! Jeremy Saucier, historian & assistant VP for electronic games & interpretation discusses the latest addition to…
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Episode 410: Presidential talk with Josh Sharpe
Today is an important decision day in the USA. Fittingly, here is the super power summit of the IFPA Dictator ("Prez") Josh Sharpe and your Pinball Profile host, known simply as the IFPA People's President. Listen as they discuss the events of 2024 and moving forward into next year.
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Episode 409: Pinball Expo 2024 recap
A great time had by all! Here's some of my experiences and encounters at the 40th anniversary of Pinball Expo and its festivities. You'll hear from: - Seth Davis, CEO and President of Stern Pinball - Raymond Davidson, lead programmer on Stern's Metallica Remastered - Jeffrey and Lisa Sue Jones,...
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Episode 408: Matt Vince and London Pinball
Another fantastic time at the UK Open thanks to so many members of the Pinball Republic, including IFPA country director Matt Vince. Matt tells us about the growth of pinball machines, competitions, and availability in the UK, plus we hear about his London Pinball service which brings more...
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Episode 407: Pinball in Austria
Alois Kozar and Robert Glashüttner of Austria chatted with Pinball Profile. What I learned was the quick rise to success for Alois to be able to compete on the world stage, and also Robert's passion shown in The Ball Is Wild newsletter/website (https://theballiswild.net/). Also check out Alois…
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Episode 406: Rob Berk – Pinball Expo 40th anniversary
It will be the biggest Pinball Expo in history, Oct. 15-19 in Schaumburg, IL. Rob Berk shares some of the details and of his years of collecting.
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Episode 405: Andy Bagwell – PAPA 21
It's here! The return of PAPA 21. Andy tells us about all the goodies this week at Enterrium in Schaumburg, IL for the return of a pinball Major event. Also, hear about how proceeds go to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in honor of Lyman Sheats.
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Episode 404: Sweeper City Pinball
Had to check out another great pinball location in Ohio. This time it was Canton, Ohio for the Sweeper City Pinball Championships put on by Galvin Morgan and others. Fun times had by all, and you can hear some of the participants including: - Jeff Cernava - Carlos DeLaSerda - Nic Shayko - Krista…
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Episode 403: Bart Volman
Say "Hallo" to Bart Volman from the Netherlands. He's one of the best Dutch players in the world, and shares his experiences playing pinball back home. Plus, we talk about the fascination of pinball documentaries, and how pinball can help bring people together...and more! Hup!
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Episode 402: Captain’s Auction Warehouse (and showroom)
Next time you're in Anaheim, stop by Captain's Auction Warehouse (and showroom) and say hello to Chris Campbell & CC Castanada. Enjoy lots of the gameplay action on site or on Pins & Pirates on Twitch. Hear Chris and CC talk about interesting tales of what goes on there, including the famous...
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Episode 401: Abe Flips
Abraham Siedler has given us so many great tutorials, videos, and Twitch streams on Abe Flips. We talk with Abe about pinball in Austria, learning at a quick pace, and sharing videos for our enjoyment. Coming soon in 2025, we are about to see a whole new project called Mastering Pinball: In Depth...
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Episode 400: Eugene Jarvis
The co-founder and President of Raw Thrills shares his stories of getting into gaming, his time with Steve Ritchie, Atari, Williams, and now Raw Thrills and their development of Pulp Fiction pinball. His innovations in programming and game designing for pinball and video games for nearly 50 years...
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Episode 399: Penni Epstein and PAPA 21
An OG of pinball shares stories of meeting friends in pinball for over 30 years! Plus, we talk about Lyman Sheats, her "dad" Steve, Texture Tuesdays, and this special Major PAPA 21 event Sept. 5-8 at Enterrium north of Chicago. Find out more at https://lfs.papa.org/ If you or someone you love in...
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Episode 398: Ian Harrower Games
Fresh off of Bird Watcher, Ian brings us his latest, "Blood Bank Billiards" for Multimorphic's P3 Pinball Platform. Hear how he was inspired by other classic pool based pinball machines, plus his decision to develop games, and how some special people in the pinball community help make these...
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Episode 397: Nick Byrd – Pinsomniacs Pinball
There's a growing pinball scene in Jacksonville, Florida, and a Nick Byrd & Pinsomniacs Pinball is a big part of it. Hear the high-flying stories from Nick, his competitive bug, love for The King...and a chance for YOU to win a ticket to Pinburgh at their event May 31-June 1 (thanks to...
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Episode 396: General Michael Grant of the Stern Army
Michael is the leader of the Stern Armies around the world, and there are many! Hear from Stern Pinball's Senior Manager of Global Location Entertainment, what keeps him busy, and how he has the proof of the massive growth of pinball everywhere.
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Episode 395: Brad Albright
This incredible artist has done it again! Check out David Peck's ("rotordave") latest creation, Motorhead Pinball with art from Brad at this year's Texas Pinball Festival. Brad not only did this machine, but his artistic skills can be seen on posters for pinball events, rock concerts, sporting...
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