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Don’s Pinball Podcast

donald garrison
Pinball
Stern Pinball
Harry Potter
Spooky Pinball
Evil Dead
Pinball Expo
Jersey Jack Pinball
John Wick
Star Wars
X-Men
Barrels Of Fun
Winchester Mystery House
Godzilla
Dune
Dungeons and Dragons
Avatar
Harry Potter Pinball
Texas Pinball Festival
Beetlejuice
Portal

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!

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Latest Episodes

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... more

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 ... more

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... more

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... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Richie
Pinball designer who Don mentions interviewing for a supplemental episode
Self/Industry
Episode: DPP# 246 "Sonic time, Cruise time, Multimorphic time"
Orbital Albert
Self-proclaimed Pokemon nerd and pinball enthusiast.
The Pinball Nerds Podcast
Episode: DPP #229 "Can you call yourself a Pinball Company if you can't make games?"
Ryan Barry
Direct from Australia, known from Phantom Tilt.
Phantom Tilt
Episode: DPP #213 "New Pinball Standards"
Rob Berk
Guinness World Record Holder for most pinball machines, organizer of Pinball Expo
Episode: DPP #207 "Star War landed. Expo almost here!"
Allan Lawrence
Part of the Perfect Storm Gaming stream and passionate about classic games and arcades
Perfect Storm Gaming
Episode: DPP# 190 "Is this Wizard Week?"
Whitney Payton
Independent musician, friend of the show
Episode: DPP #174 "Fill the void! Exciting times for Pinball"
Jason Krajcar
Organizer of the Flip for the Cure epilepsy fundraising tournament
Epilepsy Foundation
Episode: DPP #170 "Dream Themes! Awesome fundraising tournament for kids!"
Brian Eddy
Game lead designer at Stern Pinball
Stern Pinball
Episode: DPP #168 "Stern Dungeon and Dragons media day!"
Elizabeth Gieske
Coder involved in the game's development
Stern Pinball
Episode: DPP #168 "Stern Dungeon and Dragons media day!"

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Don
Host of Don's Pinball Podcast

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Yuck

    The back pedal bs on bonjovi is suppperrr cringe. Really diminished trust in your opinion.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Picklefinger
    Australia2 months ago
  • Pretty good

    Don is very enthusiastic and positive. But tends to go on odd, long-winded rants on speculative, and very specific and sometimes odd made-up subjects. Good show but hover your finger over to FF:30 sec button when he goes on those hard to follow tangents.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SnoopyWatch
    United States8 months ago
  • Fun podcast

    Don is bringing fresh positive energy to the pinball podcast scene. It’s a fun listen. I always look forward to new episode drops.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kcoady 1
    United States3 years ago
  • Good dude

    Good dude. Positive. Just wish he is more original. Hashes other people’s material into podcast. Good to listen to. But not ground breaking nor offers no original perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    No nickname 2024
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic Pinball Podcast

    One of my favorite pinball podcasts. Fantastic show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    No Phoenix
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Strong production energy and practical show floor insights that help shape listener expectations.
A top pick for listeners who enjoy deep dives into community news and show coverage.
Audience appreciates fresh takes and humor, though some listeners crave more original perspectives.
Energetic host with positive energy and enthusiasm that shines through, great for fans of the hobby.
Consistently entertaining and informative for pinball hobbyists and event followers.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#236
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#135
Belgium/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#155
Netherlands/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#185
Austria/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#233
New Zealand/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Steve Ritchie Interview!
Q: What were the engineering trade-offs in the playfield design?
The team balanced space for optics, wiring, and accessibility for operators, which meant removing certain features (like a spinner in the lower playfield) to keep the design manageable while preserving the exciting upper-playfield mechanics.
Steve Ritchie Interview!
Q: Why not include certain Sonic licensing elements or logos?
Licensing requires adherence to style guides and ownership of rights, so some brand assets or appearances were avoided to ensure sign-off and to keep the design within what the licensor would approve.
Steve Ritchie Interview!
Q: Did you already have the idea to bring back an upper playfield when you started this project?
Yes, the upper playfield was a deliberate choice from the start because it adds multiple shots, keeps the flow energetic, and creates a central focal point that differentiates the game, despite the complexity of wiring and optos.
DPP #229 "Can you call yourself a Pinball Company if you can't make games?"
Q: Is this just a real thing where Pokemon folks are out there salivating over this thing?
There is a potential spike in demand due to collectors, but skepticism exists regarding the authenticity of that interest.
Beetlejuice Midnight Launch Event Announcement
Q: Can I still participate if I have a game through a distributor?
Yes, reasonable requests will be heard, but keep things manageable.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Don’s Pinball Podcast

What is Don’s Pinball Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-energy pinball-focused show that covers rapid-fire news, hands-on impressions from events, new game releases, pricing chatter, and community happenings. Episodes blend informal commentary, show floor reports, and personal anecdotes with occasional deep dives into specific titles and licensing topics. The host leans into enthusiasm, often sharing hands-on experiences from expos, factory visits, and gaming sessions, while offering strong opinions on design choices, pricing, and the hobby's ecosystem. The format is accessible for casual listeners and useful for enthusiasts who want situational context on what's hot, what's rumor, and how different titles fit into the broader pinball world. A standout trait is the host's unmistakable ene... more

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8. Brian Eddy

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