LoserKid Pinball Podcast: Recent Episodes
Josh Roop and Scott Larson
Just two guys shooting the breeze about pinball. Send questions and comments to loserkidpinballpodcast@gmail.com
What does it take to make an old game feel new without losing the magic that was the original code of Metallica Pinball? Rayday is here to tell us all about it!
Homebrews, Space Hunt, Danger potato, and Clowncore?! We're talking about the rest of how or Expo went.
Scott and Josh are recapping the first full day of Expo and how Metallica, Alice in Wonderland, Uncanny Xmen and more play.
Colin MacAlpine joins us the talk what's happen at the 40th Pinball Expo and also about his role in Mulimorphic's latest creation, Princess Bride. We also talk about Dutch Pinball's Alice in Wonderland, Stern's Xmen, and JJP's Avatar!
There's a new AFM topper in town and it's by The Electric Playground. Join us as we deep dive with Rob and Alec on the new licensed AFM topper!
Scott got to play Stern Pinball's newest release, Uncanny Xmen! We're going through every aspect to help you decide if this is the game for you.
Scott's back and Vic joins us from their field trip at Jersey Jack Pinball. We're talking everything Avatar!
Jersey Jack teasing Avatar, Stern Pinball revealing X-Men?! What a crazy day! We talk about both in depth along with our review of the Pinsnake!
Keith back to talk about the new "Jaws the Revenge" and "The Shark is Broken" challenge modes. There's also a ton of juicy nuggets you're not going to want to miss!
Even though things are quiet, we still catch up on the recent rumors of games that are coming out soon. We talk Stern rumors, Alice in Wonderland, the most up to date Haggis info.
Shane joins us to talk about how grew up on arcades and how that love for the arcade brought him back to pinball years later.
We're talking Black and White Godzilla, the Haggis Trouble, and is Facebook reading our minds?
Rob Berk, owner of Past Times Arcade and Pinball Expo, joins us to talk about the 40th anniversary of Pinball Expo and shares some of the exciting things they have planned.
We're talking about Jaws' new accessories and catching up on the news from the past couple of weeksClick here for all our social and merch links:linktr.ee/loserkidpinball
We just finished the tour and wanted to give a brief update about what Stern told us. We talk licensing, BoM, and hands on John WickClick here for all our social and merch links:linktr.ee/loserkidpinball
George Gomez joins us to answer John Wick Pinball questions like: Where's the guns? Does Disney own Stern? Why is Stern so greedy? All those and many more this episodeClick here for all our social and merch links:linktr.ee/loserkidpinball
Davey Price of Stumblor Pinball joins us to talk about his amazing mods and the new release by Stern, John Wick.
We're talking about: The Bouy of Death, Blues Brothers, Ryan White leaving CGC, Black Knight, and we answer a few of your questions!Click here for all our social and merch links:linktr.ee/loserkidpinball
Pinball Brothers released a new game! We talk ABBA, DPX, Stern possibly going public, and random tangents.Click here for all our social and merch links:linktr.ee/loserkidpinball
American Pinball has released their newest game, Barry O's BBQ Challenge and we have Bowden and Fix here to talk about this latest creation.
Texas Pinball Festival 2024 is happening as we speak and we want to talk about all the happenings
We're talking about all the recent news and the newest release from Multipmorphic, The Princess Bride. Quick disclaimer, my mic picked up my children running around upstairs for a couple of minutes at the beginning of the episode.Click here for all our social and merch links:linktr.ee/loserkidpinbal
We're revealing all the winner of the 2023 TWIPYs for the pinball industry and community.
The Goat is back! We're talking about his newest creation, Jaws Pinball and everything that comes with it.
Elwin's next game is here and it looks great! We talk first impressions of Jaws and 5 fast thoughts of the news from the last 3 weeks
David Fix of American Pinball is here to set the record straight! We talk rumors, the future of American and the future of the pinball industry.
Rumors, TWIPYs, and the state of the pinball industy are just a couple of things we discuss this episode.
It's that time of year when the community gears up for voting via TWIPYs. Will, Imoto, and Lucas join us to talk about the new changes for 2023
It's Expo 2023 and I got the opportunity to sit down with Larry Demar to talk about the Williams Days. I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did!
Venom, Stranger Things, Expo 23, Top 5 current games, and what we love about pinball is some of the highlights we talk about this episode
The Bragg Brothers talk with us about their Roger Sharpe movie, "Pinball" and they challenges they faced making a movie during Covid lockdown
Don joins us to talk about his podcast, a new mystery pinball company, Stern's new move, and play some Flip, Bolt, Torch.
Scott Danesi and Michael Ocean join us to talk about their history with Homebrews, Multimorphic, and their newest collaboration, Final Resistance
Cary Hardy joins us to talk about how he got into YouTube and then we discuss Venom along with the new Jurassic Park 30th anniversary.
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Zombie Yeti joins us to talk about his art from Foo Fighters and Venom along with the past years at Stern. Plus, a special announcement from Jermey Himself
We're talking all things Venom on this episode! Also, we read some of the emails we've received.
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Centaur has been revealed and we give our first impressions. We also give our thoughts on the Homepin interview, Pinball Hall of Fame, and some of the rumors that have been making the rounds.
Martin from 99% Invisible Podcast joins us to talk about the recent pinball episode along with cool stories that got cut like a 1950s Mob War involving pinball
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Sarah and Christen Line join us to talk about the chaos that is Harry Potter and give some details on the speculation
Butch Peel from CGC joins us to talk all things Pulp Fiction. Also, he clears up so of the confusion surrounding the game.
You know you want to know all the details about: Foo Fighters, Pulp Fiction, Godfather, Galactic Tank Force, Final Resistance, Ninja Eclipse, and Queen
Suprise! It's only been 2 days since our last episode, so we figured, why not drop another episode? Mark Ritchie along with Josh Sharpe join us to talk all about Pulp Fiction and crazy fun adventure that took 5 years to make!
Eric returns to talk about everything Godfather! It's all here including design from start to finish, easter eggs, and even writing letters to Al Pacino?
Travis and Tom join us to talk Foo Fighters, GTF, Godfather, marketing and shiny vampires? Also don't miss our after outro clip!
Talking TPF reveals and rumors, No Good Gofers 2.0 kit, and lots of Cactus Canyon. Also there is a bonus segment steal! Who will win between Joel or Scott with the Top 100?!
Elwin is back! We're talking Godzilla, Bond, Indisc, and maybe even some new hints about his next cornerstone. You're not going to want to miss this one.
4 years and counting! Josh and Scott talk recent news and have the iconic voice of 90s Bally Williams, Tim Kitzrow join the show.
Let's talk about Elwin's new release with Bond 60th. Also, Josh and Scott talk about their favorite moments from the last 4 years.
It's the most wonderful time of the year and we as an early Christmas gift we have Bug from Spooky on to talk about their most recent release, Scooby Doo Where Are You?
Roger is back and we talk about his recent movie, Pinball! Keep up to date with the movie at pinballfilm.com
TWIPy pre voting is here and Will Oetting is on with us to talk about all the changes that TWIP and TWIPys are going through.
Our 2022 Pinball Expo recap is here! We talk everything Expo, plus a small GotG review and we answer your questions!
Josh and Scott go over the many things happening at Expo and give a run down of some of the highlights they are looking forward to
Bond has officially revealed and now we have gameplay footage. We talk about that along with Spinal Tap and Flippin The Script. Let's Go!
Catching up with Flippin the Script and new pinball news that has happend in the last couple of weeks.
Disclaimer - Zencastr has made changes to their site and messed up how the ep is produced. There are more background noises in this ep than usual.
It takes a lot to make a great sound package and Jerry Thompson is here to give us the insight! We talk his catalog and with the awesome experiences he's had from doing sound in the pinball industy.
Happy Pioneer Day from the LoserKids! Josh and Scott talk recent rumors, the market, and Texas Roadhouse in this episode.
Scott Danesi joins the LoserKid Crew to talk about TNA, Rick & Morty, Jelly Bellys, the real 80s look, and whatever random tangent they might find.
Scott and Josh catch up on the two new releases/unveils that are Toy Story 4 and Escape from the Megaverse. Also they talk about the response to Flippin the Script.
Amanda from Free Play joins us and the mystery of the puzzle pieces are finally revealed!
Don't Panic Flip's own George Fisher joins us to talk about how he got into pinball and then streaming. Also we talk Toy Story, a new Segment Steal, and another clue to the puzzle.
In this double feature episode, we start off talking with Stern's newest Artist Michael Barnard and his work with Rush. Then afterwards we talk to Greg Poverelli and Levi Nayman about the up coming show Allentown
Thanks to: Stephen Silver, Butch Peel, David Fix, Rob Berk, Dr John, Chris Franchi, Ken Cromwell, and Raymond Davidson for taking a minute or two to chat with us!
Scott and Josh are back from TPF and ready to give you a report on the awesomeness that was TPF 2022. From the new games all the way to the TWIPys, Josh and Scott cover it all.
Scott and Josh are talking about the exciting things leading up to TPF and also an update on the dumpster fire that is Deeproot.
Scott and Josh take a break from an interview and do some catching up with the pinball happenings over the last little bit. Join us as we talk Weird Al, Stern Delays, TPF, and Toy Story!
The master of mod artistry Steve Gouveia joins us to talk about his latest creation, Gus.
Ep 77 is here and we talk the many levels of coding with Tim Sexton and Raymond Davidson. We talk Rush, competitive pinball, and a couple of secrets.
Rush is here! Let's talk about the game and it's reception so far. Also, it's award season so we give our opinions on what games have won which categories.
Are you on the naughty list or the nice? Time to find out on the special 2021 Christmas episode!
For a special episode we brought on a special guest! Zach Meny joins us to talk rumors, speculations, and give away some sweet swag!
Scott and Josh give their take on Expo. From Homebrews and Pinball Olympics to the vendor hall and seminars, we cover it all.
Lots of news to catch up on in this episode plus all the rumors we're hearing about Expo
Scott and Josh are talking news in the episode! TWIP Hiatus, Pinball Auctions, and the biggest news of all, Godzilla!
Joe talks about growing up in the coin op biz, Williams, and starting a business partnership with Gary Stern.
Colin MacAlpine joins us to talk about Robert Mueller making headlines and CGC announcing Cactus Canyon
Harlem Globetrotters, Lava Lamps, and Bride of Pinball. What do these all have in common? Tim Purcell!
Let's talk about Steve Ritchie leaving Stern, Lyman might be gone as well, and the new update with Deeproot.
Episode 64 is here! Scott and I have fun discussing all the rumors floating around the next CGC, P3, and Stern titles. Plus we talk about the secret sauce to making a great pinball machine!
Colin MacAlpine joins us on Ep 63 to talk about competitive pinball, Spooky's success, and Pinball Hall of Fames predicament
Steve Gouveia, the mind behind the Red Witch Smoke mod and Flying Monkey Mod, joins us on this episode to talk about his inspiration for the mods and tease us with a new one!
Rob Berk, creator of Pinball Expo, has joined us for episode 61! We talk about Pinball Expo and how it has changed over the last 37 years.
If you would like more info on Pinball Expo, visit: https://pinballexpo.com/
Another first impressions podcast?! You know it! We invite Tim Lee on to talk about his podcast "Tribe Multiball" along with a deepish dive of Mandalorian. Enjoy!
Steve Ritchie joins us on this episode to talk about his dream theme, Led Zeppelin. Also we talk about the Williams days and some of the awesome people he has met in pinball over the years!
Franchi, Christian, and Sarah join us as we talk about SAPS, Mrs Pin, random tangents and even more Deeproot.
Josh and Scott talk Twipys, Back the the Future rumors and the current update from Deeproot.
Keith Campanelli sits down to talk with us about Pinbrew! Not only do we talk about the craft beer Pinball show but we also talk about 90s B/W games, the new Alien release, and restorations.
On episode 55 we dive into our first hands on impression with Led Zeppelin, talk about our guesses at what March releases hold and ask the question, "Is there a Winter Curse for Stern?"
From 1980s Williams to modern day pinball, Jack has quite the impressive resume. So come join us as we talk: Pirates, Star Wars, and red eyes.
We sit down with Chris Meyers in episode 53 to talk about location pinball from past to present and some of the things he has seen from the operator's side over the years.
Eric joins us to talk all things Guns N Roses! From unused concepts to favorite moments from the creation of the game. Enjoy!
Canadian sarcasm abounds in Episode 51 as we get to sit down with David Dennis from the Silverball Chronicles and talk about Led Zeppelin, PIA, and of course Silverball Chronicles!
Throw the confetti, episode 50 is here! Ain't party like a LoserKid 50th self throw party. Even if Josh's audio quality isn't perfect.
The GOAT has returned! Alot of talk about Avengers but we also discuss things like: Papa, Upper flippers, and Gorillaz. Enjoy
We have on the legendary Raymond Davidson. We get to catch up with how life has changed since he has joined Stern and helped release Avengers. Plus we talk about his insane PinClash run, what 90s games are awesome and why there is more to Black Rose than meets the eye.
Jack Danger joins us on this episode! We had fun talking about how Jack got into pinball, how it has changed, some sweet themes that would be cool in pinball and why DMCA sucks!
Scott and Josh give their first impressions about GNR and Scott's hands on experience with Avenger IQ LE. Plus our BYU professor story and what ever tangent we go on.
Zombie Yeti joins us on this episode and not only do we talk Avengers and Turtles but we also talk about the rest of Zombie Yeti's pinball designed artwork.
Seriously this whole episode is all about deeproot! Scott goes off the rails. Zach, Dennis, and Josh do their best to bring him back.
We get our own Avengers team together and talk about the newly release pin, "Avenger's Infinity Quest"! Thanks to Jeff Teolis and Martin Robbins for joining us!
Stern, JJP, Deeproot...the teasers just keep on coming! Scott and Josh catch up on their usual antics and talk about the new news. Elwin/Yeti Avengers? Sounds like a winning combo. Plus we go over the top grossing 25 media franchises of all time and decide which ones would be best for pinball.
So this episode 41 is kind of random. We start off talking about Turtles and then end up talk about 80's bands that would make for a good pinball machine. We also cover the headlines from the last little bit and discuss what Marvel title that was rumored would be Stern's next attempt at a pinball machine.
When one door closes, another door opens. Butch Peel joins us and tells about him getting let go at JJP and 72 hours later has a job offer from CGC. Butch reminisces at old times with Jack and JJP but also let's us know how awesome the future is with CGC. You can't keep a good man down!
(Insert dramatic movie trailer voice) In a world all about pinball, one man joins the Loserkids to talk about his sweet voice acting on the latest Stern game, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. You won't want to miss the action, the star studded cast, and the laughs on this amazing episode. Guest starring the one and only Marc Silk. (End scene)
You know what? It's been a little bit since we just got caught up on the news and what is going on in our own lives. So let's talk toppers, Heavy Metal, and drunk women at weddings. Thnaks for checking us out!
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is the hot new reveal and we have Dwight Sullivan to talk about it! We cover how TMNT came to be and everything it entails but we also dive into Dwight tenured history in pinball. Fun time with a fun guy!
Let's talk some Hot Wheels with the one and only Josh Kugler! Not only does Josh answer all our questions about Hot Wheels, he also tells us what got him to American Pinball and the fun adventure it's been so far. Enjoy!
Episode 35 is here! Everyone has questions on their mind about Pinburgh and we have the guy to answer those questions! Doug Polka joins us to talk about their decision in cancelling Pinburgh 2020, what it takes to run the event, and the biggest question of all...what happened to Scott's leg?!?!
Last but not least in this Sharpe Trifecta we interview Mr Stern Marketing himself, Zach Sharpe! We see if we can break his number one response of, "I can neither confirm or deny". Hint, it's not as easy as you would think. With plenty uncertain about the future, Zach gives us as much as he can about the future of Stern Pinball after Covid-19. Enjoy!
This episode with Josh Sharpe has everything you could think of! Arcade, Pinball, LA Clippers, Deep Dish Pizza, Michael Jordan and yes, advice from a sweet book on "How To Get A Great Tan". Put your seatbelt on because it's going to be a fun ride with so many tangent corners that you might just get lost!
Here is part 2 of the Roger Sharpe interview. We wrap things up by finishing our discussion about Bally/Williams and also talk about tech videos, licensing, and the future of pinball!
The Loserkids interview the Legendary pinball man himself, Roger Sharpe! In part 1 of this 2 part interview, Roger talks about life before he made the world famous shot, the court hearing to reinstate pinball, and his days at Bally/Williams. We also talk about subjects like PAPA, Steve Kirk, and his book entitled, "Pinball!".
TWIPYs have come and gone. We talk the results along with the little bit of news that is out there (Spoiler! Sorry P3, We forgot to talk about Heist. Looks awesome!).
Seriously, there is a lot of tangents in this episode. Promise there is pinball talk but we also discuss a wide variety of different topics. You'll laugh, you might cry, but we hope most of all you are entertained. You've been warned
Scott and I talk about life lessons with kiddie gambling games in our new episode 29! With TPF around the corner and all the news floating around, we dive head first into the most recent pinball news and what ever else we get side tracked on!
The G.O.A.T. has returned! We talk about everything Jurassic Park including the great milestone, 1.0 code! You don't want to miss as we talk about a potential theme called Laundry Day either! Plus in honor of Slap Save, we segment steal Flip, Bolt, Torch. It's always fun having Keith around.
It's February already?! Plenty of topics covered in this episode including Haggis Pinball Playfields, Scott's trip to Guatemala, Josh's reaction to the TPN drama 2 weeks ago and a honest review of the new product, PinShades! Enjoy!
With multiple podcasts calling it quits, we try to gain some perspective by asking one of them, why? Martin Robbins from the now retired podcast Head2Head joins Josh on this episode to discuss Head2Head memories, reasons for calling it quits, and thoughts on the other podcasts ending their run as well.
It's our one year anniversary episode and we couldn't think of anyone better to celebrate it with than Lauren Gray of the Backbox Pinball Podcast! We talk all things Stranger Things, TMNT, and have plenty of Macho Man Randy Savage to go around.
Episode 24 is loaded with our thoughts on: Rick and Morty, Stranger Things, and Hot Wheels. Also we share an awesome story from listener of the show Michael Peterson and we announce our winner for the Superman 78 Translite!
Wubba Lubba Dub Dub, Ep 23 is here! Let's talk about Spooky's/Scott Danesi's next pinball title. Also we give our take on all the Star War topper hub bub! We also give details on our holiday giveaway.
All that and more on this week's episode!
Also if you want to check out the Gene Cunningham story, "When Pigs Flew" you can go to this link here:
www.polygon.com/platform/amp/features/2017/3/21/14937540/history-of-big-bang-bar-pinball
It's time to enjoy the velvet voice himself, Jeff Teolis! Jeff gives us his perspective from a hands on account of RAZA and some thoughts about Deeproot. Also we chit chat about Jurassic Park and Quizno's sub.
We had a few questions before Houston Arcade Expo and we figured that no one could answer them better than Robert Mueller of Deeproot! We share the answer to those questions with you. Also we talk the latest news along with our thoughts on mods.
If you would like to reach out to us, contact us at loserkidpinballpodcast@gmail.com
Mr Brad Hunter of Lit Frames joins us to talk about what he does. Also we talk about PInball Expo and all the wonderful things we hope to see there!
If you want to contact Brad, email him at litframeshop@gmail.com
On episode 19 we had a chill conversation with the busiest man in pinball, Zach Meny! Join us as we discuss different aspects of the pinball hobby including how to grow it, virtual pinball, and how to balance it all. Plus we do another segment steal!
Episode 18 is here! We decide to do a double feature so up first we interview Chris Hutchings for High End Pins. Chris answers multiple questions and gives his professional thoughts on today's clear coat issues. Up next we had Brad Albright talk about his art and involvement with the home brew Led Zeppelin pinball machine. Last we wrap it all up with our thoughts on Elvira 3 and answer an email that we received.
Episode link is soundcloud.com/loserkidpinballpodcast/ep-18-double-feature
Check out H.E.P. at highendpins.com
Also take a look at Brad Albright's art at https://www.albrightillustration.com/
If you would like to see the Led Zeppelin Pinball machine, click the link right here --->
Scott and I had the pleasure of sitting down with creator of IFPA Josh Sharpe. It was awesome to just shoot the breeze with Josh and pick his brain on different topics!
Martin Robbins is in Utah and you know we couldn't let him leave without stopping by and saying "hello"!
Sitting down with a pinball legend, Bowen talks about Pinburgh, Jurassic Park leaks, and Star Wars home edition among other things!
Time to put on your seat belts as we talk the new Stern release of Star Wars Home Edition and the decision from Stern to make a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pinball machine. All that and more in episode 13.
In Episode 12 we have the honor of interviewing the man, the myth, the legend...Keith Elwin! We cover an array of topics like classic pinball, tournaments, Jurassic Park, how to get better at pinball, dinosaurs, and of course, Iron Maiden.
Jeff Rivera of the Pinball Podcast joins us to help with a recap of the Rocky Mountain Pinball Showdown. Wonka, Black Knight, and deodorant are all covered! You don't want to miss it
In Episode 10, we sit down with Dan Nikolich and talk all things Rocky Mountain Pinball Showdown! After the interview we talk Flip N Out pinball stream and the results of the Aquabats pinball theme
In episode 9 we catch up with the ongoings of Scott and Josh. We talk about the little news going on in the hobby. Josh reveals what it means to be a LoserKid. Scott and Josh talk about their top 3 music pin ideas. Don't forget to go to facebook.com/loserkidpinballpodcast to vote!
Or send us your thoughts to loserkidpinballpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode with get to talk to Eric Meunier (Game designer of JJP Pirates of the Caribbean ) and get to peek behind the curtain at Willy Wonka along with some of the cool stuff it took to make PotC.
If you want to follow along with the show on some of the things we discuss, then here are the links:
Deeproot's RAZA (https://youtu.be/opAK-32MfJM)
Slap Save Ep 21 (https://slapsave.podbean.com/e/ep-21-franchi-joins-us-our-top-3-fav-modern-sterns-sammy-p-calls-in-again/)
Us on Head2Head talking Wonka (http://www.head2headpinball.com/?powerpress_pinw=884-podcast)
Matt Hardy Expedition for Gold Custom Pin (http://hardypinball.com/)
Do or Die Pinball Podcast with Raymond Davidson (https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/do-or-die-pinball-podcast-raymond-davidson-RJGpc8LCV-U/)
You know, we were going to talk about a specific topic but we got distracted by Black Knight and Willy Wonka. So we hope you enjoy!
Check us out or contact us @ facebook.com/LoserKidPinballPodcast/ loserkidpinballpodcast@gmail.com
We do a recap of TPF and the Twipys along with some interesting info (well we find interesting) about Steve Richtie's next pin. If you want to follow along with the Twipy categories, go to https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/the-twipy-pinball-awards-a-celebration-of-the-hobby/
In this episode we sit down with Dan Newman to get an idea of what it takes to start a pinball league and get tournaments going!
If you want to join us at the Salt Lake Gaming Con or just want more info, check out https://saltlakegamingcon.com/
We sit down with the legendary Jeff Rivera of the Pinball Podcast and talk all about getting longevity out of a pinball collection, beaver, and getting rammed by a bull! Come join us in the fun.
Check out the Cowboy Pinball story @ https://www.wdrb.com/wdrb-in-the-morning/several-injured-in-owensboro-rodeo-cowboy-pinball-event-involving-bulls/article_bcf62ed0-35d7-11e9-8f4b-571c14034bc0.html
Intro song: Cinnamon Scars by The Hanks Outro song: Stockholm Syndrome by Muse
Episode 3 we talk about a bunch of different topics including:
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Monty Python pin
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Evil Dead Pin
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James Bond Pin
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Angry Birds pin
And how to start a game room, where to find pins, pros and cons for new, slightly used, and used pins, and our top 3 toys on a pin.
This time around I sit down with Scott Larson as my co host. We cover different things like Munsters, Monster Bash, and what we would like to see in the future from the hobby. Also a couple of tips for those people looking to buy pinball for their first time.
In this introduction, I decide to dip my toe in the metaphorical pinball podcasting pool.
If you want to join in on the discussion email me at loserkidpinballpodcast@gmail.com