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Special When Lit Podcast
by Ken, Bill, and Bedi
Three friends from the Chicago area discuss entertaining topics including pop culture, trending topics, lifestyle-changing products, current and retro gaming, and more. Deep discussions combined with some comical banter make for an easy listen. The show is constantly evolving with the goal of always offering a fun-filled 45 minutes for that daily commute, workout, or weekly grass cutting. Listener participation is encouraged and helps drive the show for each episode. Welcome to the SWL family!
Episodes
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EP 97 - Summer Blues
Summer is coming to an end but not without some devistation! The highs and lows of summer and looking towards fall. Lots of pinball with side discussion that most people can relate to! Shout out to all the pinball wives...YOU ROCK! Email the show at: [email protected] Be part of the...
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EP 96 - What's Love Got To Do With It?
Become a supporter of the show and enjoy additional benefits at www.patreon.com/specialwhenlitpodcast Email the show directly at [email protected] Follow us on facebook, instagram, and TikTok!
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EP 95 - SKYNET is HERE
A wild episode 95 discussing cleaning pinball playfields, updgrade kits for older titles, changing tastes in LEDs, SKYNET, chemtrails, fast food prices, Drain It or Save It, Guility Pleasures, and much more. SWL, where pinball and everyday life can coexist. If you'd like to help support the show...
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EP 94 - Just A Bit Outside
Ken, Bill, and Bedi take episode 94 of SWL "just a bit outside." Discussion of scammers and trolls mixed with Drain It or Save It, Guilty Pleasures, and more. They guys are talking pinball and so much more on this one! Join us and help support the show on Patreon at...
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EP 93 - Confessing Our Guility Pleasures
Ken, Bill, and Bedi reveal their guilty pleasures. Do you share some of their darkest secrets? Pinball discussion, Drain It or Save It, cutting grass and folding clothes are all part of episode 93 of SWL Email the show at [email protected] Support the show at...
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EP 92 - Macho Pinball Revealed! PINBALL PODCAST BOMBSHELLS
In an unexpected turn of events, the creator of Macho Pinball Podcast Pinball Podcast Vlog Show is revealed! The surprises keep coming because it doesn't end there. Two podcast bombshells in one episode? Absolutely! All facts, no rumors on Episode 92 of SWL. We have the receipts. Email the show:...
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EP 91 - Nightmare On My Street
Episode 91 - Nightmare On My Street Ken, Bill, and Bedi are back with episode 91 of Special When Lit Podcast! Discussion around tips for those considering taking the plunge into the wonderful world of pinball ownership, Drain It or Save It (with listener submissions), Retro Roundup (January…
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Ep 90 - That Is Some Ouija Board BS
Ken, Bill, and Bedi are back in episode 90 of Special When Lit! We will take a pass on the show notes this time. It's just good to be back. Always family friendly! Email the show at: [email protected] Join us on facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/swlpinball Follow us on...
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Ep 89 - SWL Closing Time
It's closing time over at SWL. Thank you so very much, Pinball Land!
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Ep 88 - One down, two to go!
The final countdown of SWL! Discussing the pinball news as we kick off the first of our final three shows.
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Ep 87 - Weather, Traffic, and Food Trucks
Stranger Things goes to CES, deeproot Pinball approves media credentials, TPF is around the corner, and "what if" moments in pinball are discussed.
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Ep 86 - How does pinball improve in 2020?
Covering the weekly news as well as what we would like to see from each manufacturer in 2020.
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Ep 85 - 2019 Holiday Show!
Guest appearances from around the pinball industry focusing on their personal pinball highlight of 2019 and their wish for 2020! Thank you, Pinball Land for all of your support. It's been our pleasure to provide content for you in 2019.
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Ep 84 - Stranger Things For The Win?
Post reveal stream thoughts on Stranger Things, deeproot Pinball take 2, Rick & Morty update with Bowen Kerins, new Wonka Topper, and our the pinball community supports our 24 hour charity fundraiser generating over 50K for Project Pinball Charity!
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Ep 83 - Rick & Morty, Hot Wheels, or Stranger Things?
Spooky Pinball goes beast mode and sells out 750 R&Ms within 5 hours. Is Stern ready to show us what's next? How does the rumored American Pinball license compare right now? Adam Schwartz calls in to discuss pinball in New York and his dollar for dollar match for our fundraiser! All this and more...
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Ep 82 - Can Anything Stop Rick and Morty?
Spooky Pinball closes out the year with the announcement of Rick & Morty. Can anything stop the success of this title? Will we see a "counter launch" from another pinball company to close out the year? Does anyone remember Elvira's House of Horrors? Seems like it isn't getting the respect it...
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Ep 81 - Greg Bone and the Pinball News!
Guest host Greg Bone (Straight Down The Middle: A Pinball Show) discusses the TWIPYs and the pinball news with Ken and Bill. American Pinball's 3rd release, Stern's Star Wars Topper, Jersey Jack setting up pins during Thanksgiving, and more on episode 81 of SWL!
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Ep 80 - 4 New Reveals In December?
Are the stars aligning for us to have four new pinball reveals to close out 2019? This could be an exciting end to an outstanding year! Thanksgiving is here and we are certainly grateful. Support our podcast at https://www.patreon.com/specialwhenlitpinballpodcast Visit https://lermods.com/ with...
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Ep 79 - Pinball Machine or Hot Tub?
Ken & Bill discuss deeproot Pinball's RAZA prototype machine (this NOT a deep dive). Does a new pinball machine provide more entertainment value than other fun home editions? Join us as we discuss news from around the industry on episode 79 of SWL! Help support the show and become part of the...
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Ep 78 - Chris Kooluris of Kaneda's Pinball Podcast
Ken & Bill talk pinball with Chris Kooluris of Kaneda's Pinball Podcast.
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Ep 77 - Do you feed the pinball trolls?
Deeproot / RAZA Prototype status for Houston Arcade Expo, CGC's Medieval Madness ROYAL, and down with the trolls! All this and more on episode 77 of SWL!
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Ep 76 - Goodbye Ramps, Hello Single Level?
Ken and Bill discuss the single level playfield craze (or lack thereof). American Pinball to make redemption games. Jersey Jack beta testing Bluetooth technology. Stern classic rock release rumor. Not all toppers are created equal. Drain It or Save It and more on episode 76 of SWL! Support the…
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Ep 75 - Epic Expo 2019
Ken and Steve Bedi recap Pinball Expo 2019 with calls into Brian Cosner (American Pinball Correspondent), Justin Kalinowski (Castlevania homebrew pin), Zach Meny (Flip N Out Pinball), Ron Hallet (Slam Tilt Pinball Podcast), Jason Fowler (Slap Save Pinball Podcast), and our very own Bill Webb.…
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Ep 74 - Ken Goes Solo & Unedited
With Bill taking the week off Ken is forced to fly solo this week in a raw/unedited episode. Two new correspondents covering JJP and Stern Pinball are introduced. Online connectivity ideas as well as new pinball content reactions. Drain It or Save It, Pinball Expo content, and more on episode 74…
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Ep 73 - See More Without The Score
More pinball continues to pour out of Stern Pinball, Wonka gets a significant update, and Franchi walks towards a new horizon. Is it better to advance through a game or blow up the score? Why has Bill NEVER scene any of the Star Wars movies? Our heads are spinning over here at SWL! Support the…
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Ep 72 - Quality Over Quantity?
As pinball enthusiasts and / or collectors do we prefer quality over quantity? Elvira LEs are shipping! Is it a good idea to acquire multiple pins at the same time? Follow up on our 24 hour charity stream (as discussed last week), Drain It or Save It, and MUCH MORE on Episode 72 (take two) of…
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Ep 71 - Nuggets with George Gomez
We discuss some interesting info that George Gomez (Stern Pinball) shared with us on a recent pinball stream. Is deeproot Pinball spreading themselves too thin? Lots planned for SWL and Chicagoland Pinball Expo. Support the show by becoming a SWL Patron of the show at the link below... Patreon…
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Episode 70 - Elvira Pinball is Back!
Discussing our first impressions of Evira's House of Horrors after the official Stern reveal. Ghostbusters code update is finally here. Meteor retheme update. Will this episode go down like the Titanic? Drain It or Save It and more on episode 70 of SWL!
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Episode 69 - Bill & Ken's Excellent Adventure
Episode 69, dudes! Jersey Jack Pinball with some big decisions recently, Ghostbusters BLOCKBUSTER code update coming, Dutch Pinball's hail mary, and HUGE show announcements at the conclusion of this week's journey!
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Episode 68 - Living In The Past? Nope.
Some surprising stories from the past offered by significant industry folks (Python Angelo and Pat Lawlor) makes us thankful that we are living in present day pinball. "Ask Us Anything" segment is revealed. Frozen Pizza Tournament Bracket contest is almost ready. Enjoy the podcast with some...
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Episode 67 - Screw Me Once...
Dutch Pinball with yet another plan, playfield manufacturing issues, converting a garage to a game room and more...
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Episode 66 - Tire Kickin'
We kick the tires on playfield issues, Stern's new pinball podcast, Jack Danger's new show, and dealing with buyers that are wasting your time.
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Episode 65 - There Is No Compromise
We unbox our Jurassic park, deeproot makes good on a promise, and social media continues to be a hot topic in pinball.
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Episode 64 - Break Glass In Case Of Emergency!
Keith Elwin is has reached legendary status as a competitive pinball player but has he reached legendary status as a designer? Bill vents about a recent social media post. Drain It or Save It and more on episode 64 of SWL! Visit Lermods.com with coupon code "SWL10" for 10 percent off your online...
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Episode 63 - A Jurassic Reveal!
Stern Pinball streams Jurassic Park. Will this reveal show us that attaining assets for licenses is not as important as we once thought? New designers avoiding the "sophomore slump". Best pin outside the top 100? All this and more on episode 63 of SWL! Visit Lermods.com with coupon code "SWL10"…
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Episode 62 - On The Eve of a Cornerstone (George Gomez)
George Gomez (VP & Chief Creative Officer - Stern Pinball) discusses Stern Pinball's approach with Star Wars Pin while the next cornerstone title is awaiting it's reveal. Ken's Stern Meteor retheme update, Drain It or Save It, and more!
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Episode 61 - Stern Versus The Field
The pinball news is getting interesting as we get ready to transition into the Fall! Can Stern outsell the combined sales of all other manufacturers in 2020? Can American Pinball help Dutch Pinball by manufacturing The Big Lebowski? Who invented liquid soap and why? This and much more on Episode…
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Episode 60 - Should We Go Dutch?
Dutch Pinball offers a new solution, JJP staff comments on Wonka, Stern's next title, and more!
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Episode 59 - ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHOW!
Lots of fun and surprises during our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY show! Thank you everyone for all of your support during our first year. The success of the show is because of this support and we cannot thank you enough!
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Episode 58 - Wonka Is On The Way
While Black Knight Sword of Rage get's "enhancements" from Stern Pinball, Jersey Jack Pinball begins shipping Willy Wonka Standard Editions to consumers. Are Manufacturer add-ons a good idea in general? Drain It or Save It and much more!
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Episode 57 - Chuck Ernst (Stern Pinball)
We sit down with Chuck Ernst (Computer Graphics Art Director) at Stern Pinball. Fun and laid back conversation covering a little bit of everything.
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Episode 56 - A Long Distance Relationship
Discussing Elvira 3, Facebook and Franchi (public statement from Chris), pinball outdoors, and more.
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Episode 55 - Let's Do it LIVE!
A deeproot update, the crazy world of pinball licensing, streaming pinball outside, and more. Essentially a LIVE show here as the editing was for production value only. Pardon our dust!
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Episode 54 - Things That Make You Go Hmm...
We try to wrap our heads around the pinball secondary market, pinball podcasts, and more.
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Episode 53 - Banana In The Tailpipe
No news is good news when there is a banana in the tailpipe! We welcome our newest correspondent Ryan Claytor to the team.
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Episode 52 - What's next?
What do we have to look forward to for the rest of the year? Pinball machines are our babies!
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Episode 51 - Are You A Pinball Pirate, Flipper, or Scallywag?
Stealing, flipping, and getting taken advantage of. Dr John reports on Spooky Pinball. Would voice actor Marc Silk be a benefit to pinball? All this and much more! Check out MarcSilk.com to view some impressive accomplishments that would lend themselves well to pinball. Visit Lermods with coupon...
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Episode 50 - Deeproot, Show Me Something
Reflecting on 50 episodes, discussion deeproot Studios, Industry Buzz with Cary Hardy, Drain It or Save It, and more! Visit Cary Hardy on YouTube: Cary Hardy Pinball Channel Visit lermods.com with coupon code "SWL10" for 10 percent off your order now.
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Episode 49 - Cinnamon Hands Only Please
Discussing the deeproot RAZA teaser video, Josh Kugler Oktoberfest update, Industry Buzz with Lee Wielgolinski of Pinball Supernova, Drain It or Save It, info on becoming an official SWL Correspondent, and more! Check out Pinball Supernova on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/pinballsupernova...
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Episode 48 - Just Play The Game
Special When Lit Pinball Podcast Episode 48 - Talking about Midwest Gaming Classic reveals of Black Knight Sword of Rage and Willy Wonka pinball. Offering some feedback on pinball hype and the ability to have a final opinion on a machine without playing it first.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Three friends from the Chicago area discuss entertaining topics including pop culture, trending topics, lifestyle-changing products, current and retro gaming, and more. Deep discussions combined with some comical banter make for an easy listen. The show is constantly evolving with the goal of always offering a fun-filled 45 minutes for that daily commute, workout, or weekly grass cutting. Listener participation is encouraged and helps drive the show for each episode. Welcome to the SWL family!
HOSTED BY
Ken, Bill, and Bedi
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Three friends from the Chicago area discuss entertaining topics including pop culture, trending topics, lifestyle-changing products, current and retro gaming, and more. Deep discussions combined with some comical banter make for an easy listen. The show is constantly evolving with the goal of...
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