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Dirtypool Pinball - PODCAST - An Exploration Of The Pinball Industry

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The Shadow (1994 Film)
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Rob Berk

A somewhat grounded look at the people who actually make pinball happen. From game designers and tournament organizers to top players and studio heads, the D...

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Recent Guests

Keith Elwin
Pinball designer and elite tournament player
Self / Stern (through works discussed)
Episode: Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep40 - Keith Elwin: Amateur Pinball Player
Tasker Smith
Author of the book Quest for Mastery on pinball; discusses book origins and content
Schiffer Books (editorial partner)
Episode: Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep39 - Tasker Smith: A Quest for Pinball Mastery
Joel Engelberth
Host/Creator of Flip N Out Pinball stream
Flip N Out Pinball
Episode: Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep38 - Joel & Jared Engelberth - Flip N Out Pinball
Jared Engelberth
Co-host/Creator of Flip N Out Pinball stream
Flip N Out Pinball
Episode: Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep38 - Joel & Jared Engelberth - Flip N Out Pinball
Philippe Grégoire
Founder of Ayscrim Studios, clock designer
Ayscrim Studios
Episode: Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep36 - Pinball Clocks with Philippe Grégoire of Ayscrim Studios
Mike Vinikour
Professional pinball designer and former Mortal Kombat tester
Stern Pinball
Episode: Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep35 - Mike Vinikour | Designing Modern Pinball Rules
Jason Knapp
Founder of Knapp Arcade, long-time pinball journalist and influencer
Knapp Arcade
Episode: Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep34 - Jason Knapp of Knapp Arcade
Gerry Stellenberg
Founder/CEO of Multimorphic, creator of the P3 platform
Multimorphic
Episode: Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep32 - Gerry Stellenberg and the Multimorphic / P3 Platform
Ray Day
Ray Day (Raymond Davidson) – pinball programmer and competitive player, worked on multiple Stern titles
Stern
Episode: Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep31 - Raymond Davidson - Player to Programmer

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Host of the Dirty Pool Podcast

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3.7 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • This is great. I am not in the pinball lifestyle but I really dig the interview, nudge magazine is a really cool and I'm glad to hear them on the pod.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    joedude
    a year ago

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#191
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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep40 - Keith Elwin: Amateur Pinball Player
Q: What is Keith's design philosophy for where to place a mech in a new game?
Keith says that placing the mech first effectively boxes in the layout, forcing the rest of the shots to fit around it, which leads to more creative and varied gameplay than starting from a broad layout and trying to fill it with mechs.
Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep38 - Joel & Jared Engelberth - Flip N Out Pinball
Q: How do you talk positively about a game without being branded a shill?
They acknowledge the tension, emphasize transparency about relationships with distributors, and stress that they're not salaried or obligated to promote any specific title; they focus on enjoying the games and sharing authentic experiences.
Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep35 - Mike Vinikour | Designing Modern Pinball Rules
Q: What was the most pivotal moment in your pinball design career?
Joining Stern Pinball and collaborating with key figures like Lyman Sheats and Lonnie Ropp, which allowed him to transition from software testing to rule design and become a core contributor on major titles like Batman and James Bond.
Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep35 - Mike Vinikour | Designing Modern Pinball Rules
Q: How did your background in music and record collecting influence your approach to pinball design?
Vinikuor describes how hands-on, tactile experiences with physical media and the artistic packaging of records informed his appreciation for tangible, immersive experiences in pinball, shaping his focus on ambient storytelling and the physical interaction of play.
Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep34 - Jason Knapp of Knapp Arcade
Q: What is your approach to fact-checking rumors in the pinball world?
I verify against original sources whenever possible (manufacturer press releases, primary communications) and acknowledge when information is speculative, ensuring readers understand the degree of certainty at the time.

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A grounded look at the people powering pinball—from game designers and tournament organizers to studio heads and top players. Episodes typically explore design decisions, licensing and IP issues, the business side of production and distribution, and the evolving community around pinball hardware, software, and events. Notable strengths include candid career stories, practical insights into rule design and coding, and behind-the-scenes perspectives on art, licensing, and showfloor moments from expos. The show seems to carve out a niche for thoughtful conversation that blends technical detail with culture and community, making it appealing to operators, designers, players, and industry observers who want deeper context beyond machine specs.

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2. Tasker Smith
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