The Classic Pinball Podcast

This is the episode that almost wasn’t. Dave and George talk about a variety of pinball topics. What’s up doc? Centaur rears it’s ugly head yet again. The guys record an additional segment to explain recording issues …

The boys get back to business and do a review of Bally Night Rider. Several listener emails. What’s up doc? Bonus feature: Maltese Brewing. The Houston Arcade and Pinball Expo interview with founder Keith Christensen

The guys do an impromptu recording in the media room at Pintastic and you never know who will show up. TANKS for the memories. Interview with Brian Hawkins on his award winning em Wizard. Winners, we have winners. Then …

Dave starts by telling us about the 30 pinball machines he has serviced in the last 5 weeks. George then leads the discussion reviewing all the games to date that will be in the free play area of the Pintastic show. …

Does it ever go away? Dave talks about John Day taking in Dave’s customers Centaur to fix 2 remaining issues. What’s up Doc? Dave gets emails, …

Dave and George welcome John Day to the show. If you like stories and pinballs with a twist you will love this podcast. John invited us to his home …

In this episode Dave tells George all about his adventures while attending Allentown Pinfest and bringing a Gottlieb Pinball Pool for the tournament. …

Dave had an interesting phone call from Hollywood. He is on a road trip fixing pins. He is everywhere! What’s up Doc? Is Dave Hollywood bound? …

Dave and George interview Keith Elwin about classic pinball.

We tried it once, here’s #2: Long form podcast. The show goes from Pinball in Virginia to an upcoming show in Ohio. Dave starts with his travels and travails in What’s up doc? Centaur finally! Pintastic. Pinfest. Lost …

Rush has left the building. Lethal Weapon 3 flipper fiasco. Centaur switched illumination fix. Project games for sale. Star Trek Next Gen. Whitey …

A New Year and a new microphone. Dave upgrades. We hope you notice the difference. Overview of Who dunnit. Dave’s Classic Pinball Tournament. Pilgrim payment: oysters. A walk through The Silverball Museum Delray Beach , …

Another Bally 6 Million Dollar Man is in for service. What’s up Doc? An email asking for a flipper recommendation. George has a list. Not that list! …

Dave identifies the issue in a customers Phoenix and the fix needed. We discussed this initially in episode #95, Light the fuse. He then requires and buys a rare replacement part for the game. What’s up Doc? : topics …

Dave and George talk Turkey and Bull. No one is surprised. Holiday themed game: Turkey or not? Discussion and play on this episode features the …

Dave gives a preview into a game he is currently trying to bring back to life: Williams Phoenix. Listener suggested new segment. A bird story. Word. What’s up doc? Don’t move the game!Tales of woe.

This is a first for Dave and George. They talk about Halloween and a bunch of games with a horror theme. Dave sneaks a questionable game into the mix. They review almost 20 games and then pick the games they like best. …

George and Dave share a cornucopia of stories and game fixes accumulated over the last month. They talk about the Bond girls instead of the game. ( …

Add another Classic Stern to the list: Ali. Dave and George review the game. Dave’s upcoming Warehouse Sale! Time to go to the basement and play a few games. theclassicpinballpodcast1@gmail.com

Breaking News. New Pintastic dates and location for 2023. Dr Dave explains.theclassicpinballpodcast1@gmail.com pintasticnewengland.com

The guys continue to review Classic Stern titles with Flight 2000. An unexpected call from Bill Davis and a podcast promo. Dave continues with stories and adventures of pinball repair.

This shorty or minisode was part of a multi game recording session. Dave suggested that we add to episode #6 Stargazer. He recently set the game up …

Dave recently acquired this game and had some time to restore and potentially sell the game quickly. Then came the unsolicited call from a customer …

In this episode we explore the world of Gorgar. Can you hear the heartbeat? We continue with the new segment: What’s up Doc? Then we play the obligatory game or two to round out the podcast.

This episode features John Day, a friend and local restorer who built a customized Stern Stars. We talk about the installed arduino and Beehive Pinball alternative playfield. They then play a game. The second part of …

The guys share some of the stories from this years Pintastic 2022 show. Seminars, signings, tournaments, Gettowind the pin, Jaws, Steve Ritchie, Herb …

This is a long episode. We talk about our Pintastic history, the upcoming show, and lots of other topics. Star Trek Next Generation and Williams …

George highlights his trip to Memphis and Gatlinburg Tennessee, then on to Asheville North Carolina. Pinball at every destination. The discussion …

The guys are in Allentown for Pinfest and talk about their experiences at the show. George and Dave appear on the Backhand pinball Twitch channel and do commentary on the tournament. They can be seen on the Saturday …

Lots of topics in the longest show we have ever recorded. Over anxious Dave trashes the opening. He finally finishes a game talked about for over a year. Do they jump the shark? Theclassicpinballpodcast1@gmail.com

Please do not turn off the podcast because the intro includes some RUSH references. Dave and George start the podcast recording in the hotel at Pinbrewfest where it’s quiet except when Maureen ( Dave’s wife) turns on …

Tom Ceckitti joins Dave and George to discuss his Data East Playboy. It has a custom translite and playfield graphics that transforms it into a Marilyn Monroe tribute. He then tells us about his recent trip to the Texas …

The boys go for a ride to pick up Rush. Dave breaks the distributors game. The unboxing. John (friend of show) talks about Rush, then explains the tech behind his hybrid Target Alpha. Dave finally gets to play his game.

Dave starts with Roadshow. Rolling Stones software mod. Dave takes a field trip to (friend of show) Johns house to make some plastics then plays and …

We invite Keith Campanelli back to talk about Pinbrewfest 2022 happening on April 7th in Girard, Ohio. He tells us what’s back and what’s new in this years event.

In celebration of todays release date “Twosday” Feb. 22, 2022. 2/22/22 is the direction of todays podcast: games with a follow up or two. Dave and …

The guys discuss and play the prohibition themed game.

In this episode the guys review 1980 Bally Rolling Stones. There is a bunch of rock and roll talk and they finally get around to playing a couple of …

Dave was finally able to sell this game after Georges endless hawking in previous episodes. He starts to experience some sellers remorse. Please join us for another Classic pinball play and review.

Gotcha! This episode is not about Sargent Agarn or Captain Parmenter, it’s the two games early in Steves career beginning with the letter F: Flash and Firepower. Double feature. Enjoy!

In this episode Dave and George are back in the basement for a review of the Bally Midway game: Fireball Classic.

The boys start the episode going old school with the original gangster. George gets his “Jersey” on and explores some New Jersey centric themes. Dave …

Merry Christmas one and all. This episode focuses on a list of items accumulated over the last month and some interesting stories focusing on people …

Dave and George interview several winners of ribbons at Pintastic. Goodfellas? Dave then takes the mic and has a round table with 3 other Dave’s. …

Dave and George play in the Silverball Rumble at Pintastic 2021. Follow their journey. You won’t believe what happens. Bonus Feature: An unexpected …

It starts out great, then an interruption, a disruption and loss takes its toll on this episode. Explore the uniqueness of this particular one of a …

This is not a Halloween episode. Dave and George do talk about Elvira and some other holiday related topics. There are several items discussed …

When George can’t connect to finish the Voltan episode, Tommy continues to have a conversation with Dave about restorations, collections, location …

Dave and George welcome Tommy Skinner from This Flippin Podcast to discuss his acquisition and restoration of this very rare Bally SS game.

Dave and George welcome David Marston, an executive with Pintastic pinball show, to talk about the upcoming event in Sturbridge, MA. from November 18-21, 2021. David has vast knowledge of the pinball and arcade business …

The guys are back in the basement talking about the NASCAR pinball remake: Dale Jr.

In this episode the guys start with “ the sheet”, which has 7 items for discussion. A review of Black Knight 2000 rounds out the episode. Bonus …

This episode starts with Georges sheet and ends with several repair stories from Dave.

In this episode Dave and George talk about their experiences at the recently held 2021 Pinfest in Allentown PA. Bonus Feature: George interviews and discusses the potential sale of a NOS Fireball 2 playfield, owned by …

Dave finishes another customer game and he tells George about what he did to restore the game and how to play it. George plays the game for the first time and gives his opinions on the fun factor.

The guys discuss and play Bally Silverball Mania.

The guys celebrate their second anniversary by talking about the past, present, and future of the podcast. Dave explains a World Cup soccer flipper replacement. Bonus feature: Fireball home model.

This episode focuses on World Cup by Williams. The guys talk about the origins of this game and then play three games. You can probably guess who ends up winning? Bonus Feature: George goes with Dave on a service call …

In this episode Dave and George take their first road trip in almost 2 years. The destination is a new home being built on the shores of the biggest …

The guys start with thoughts on the newest games: Mandolorian and Fathom. They then review Eight Ball Champ and play a few games. Bonus Feature: 4 …

In this episode Dave and George explore a wide variety of topics: Evel Knievel,American Pickers, Captains Auction, Twilight Zone, Star Trek Next Gen, pinflation, container games, Dave’s Adventures, Nunchuck Ping Pong, …

In this episode Dave and George interview, David Denholtz and Eric Stone, members of the Pinball Asylum. David is on the board of directors and Eric …

In this episode Dave and George welcome coproducer of the Ohio Pinbrewfest, Keith Campanelli. The show is scheduled to start on April 8, 2021. They …

Another customer game comes through Dave’s shop and they get to talk about it and then play a few games.

Dave and George don’t just talk about this rare Gottlieb guts pinball, they actually play a few games. It’s been several episodes since they have played a game during an episode. Bonus feature: The Sheet - SKI - Joe …

The boys give Bally Hot Doggin the once over. Church of the Silverball. Dave’s Cape Cod adventure. Star Wars episode 1, Jacks Open, Paragon, Adams …

In this episode Dave interviews a father and son team from Rochester NY who are big fans of our podcast and Dr. Dave's Pinball Restorations YouTube …

BOPP review and restore. Monopoly, Wizard of Oz, Lord of the Rings, Captain Card day spa. Ron rant. Bonus Feature: Snowboard vs Wrestling.

In this episode Dave and George talk about the following games: Gorgar, Indiana Jones, Bad Cats, Creature from the Black Lagoon, Popeye, Twilight …

In this episode George does a reprise of the Xenon TV episode where he asks Dave to select one of 12 topics and then goes through the remainder. Stern sound board, Lucky Leo, Kangaroo, Do the twist, Future Proof, Beyond …

In this episode the guys review a game that Dave recently acquired and that George has never played. They are exploring and playing a game that is outside the late 70’s / early 80’s SS Bally, Stern and Williams arena. …

WARNING! The subject matter requires us to post a warning that some of the content contained in this episode might be offensive to some people. Bally Playboy 1978. History. The original Jersey Jack. CPR themes. …

In this podcast George and Dave interview the owner of Free Play Bar Arcade. We talk about his current location in Providence, Rhode Island and his soon to open location in Worcester, MA. This episode features talk …

The boys are back in the basement with Black Knight. Bonus feature: GNFR and fighting for the quarter.

In this episode Dave and George talk about and then play Bally Nitro Ground Shaker. They are joined by Dave’s friend PJ and wife Maureen. There is also discussion about Stern SS games: Magic, Stingray and Trident. Bonus …

The guys start off in Dave’s basement playing a High Speed before it goes off to his customer. Dave tells me Eric Stone is calling him today. Dave and Eric talk High Speed and IFPA tournament rankings. Thank you. …

In this episode George revisits his childhood by interviewing David Scarpa, the author of the book Beyond Playland. His family owned Playland arcade in North Lavallette NJ for almost 3 decades starting in 1957. The …

This is the first episode George and Dave have done face to face in 5 months. They record part of the segment playing Xenon in George’s game room and also record while sitting outside exploring a number of topics. …

George listens to Keith, Martin and Jeff talk 9 ball. George has questions for Dave about spinners on 9 ball and Stargazer. Other Bally and Stern spinners are discussed. Joe Lemire buys Ice Fever. Kings of Steel, Nitro …

Telling Fish Tales. Dave’s New York trip. We discuss the following games: Eight Ball. Macgyver fixes Fish Tales, Ice Fever, Black Knight, Indiana …

The first half of the show is about pinball. The second half is out and about with Dave. Part 1: Bowen. Kaneda. Flash Gordon. Sam Jones. Future Spa. Meteor. Part 2: Gottlieb New York. New York Trippin. Home Depot …

Definition of Paragon. Designer. Artist. Supersize. Funky Worm. Fire. Rollercoaster. Brazilian bottom. Italian bottom. Game play. Tongue talk. The …

Artist and Designer. Rolling Stones. Chuck Webster. Sonic the Hedgehog. Harlem restoration. Harlem gameplay. Paragon fix. Extra ball or Twack! Harlem …

My how things have changed.....This episode starts with Dave delivering a Target Alpha to his friend and restaurant owner PJ. We talk about pinball but the news of the day creeps in from time to time. The conversation …

Tournament party at Dave’s. First up Twilight Zone. Brink of elimination for Dave on Flight 2000. George and John talk Xenon. New guy Mike talks about all his cheap games. Recording quality again? Surprise call from …

Setting up PJ’s Gameroom. The lineup. Big ball bowler. Candlepin and Duckpin bowling. A new voice: John and Kingpin. Classic Sterns and Bally games. Meteor reaction. Dave’s new game lineup: Flash Gordon?Twilight Zone …

In this episode George gives Dave a choice of one of many topics and then goes through them all: NBC, Chronicle, Clean, Eric, Tommy, INDISC, Podcast’s, Playfields, Rethemes, and finally Dave. He talks about repair work …

In this episode Dave and George talk to Tommy Skinner from This Flippin Podcast about Bally Fathom. The conversation quickly turns to all things classic Bally. They talk about hardtops and the installation of the …

While Dave and George are interviewing Tommy Skinner ( This Flippin Podcast) about Fathom, he tells us a story about two different conversion kits he imported from Germany. The kits are Lady Death and Space Riders. …

An interview with Shane, the owner of Ayce Gogi in Van Nuyes California. During this episode we discuss pinball, Korean BBQ, INDISC, and tournaments. Shane is set to open his second restaurant and talks about the …

Dave interviews the newly crowned world champion, Eric Stone, on his win at INDISC in Banning California. They discuss how Eric got to the top level of pinball competition and how his tournament performance in …

George interviews Eric Stone on Saturday, prior to his two wins on Saturday and Sunday at INDISC in Banning California. Eric placed second in Classics I. He took first in Classics II on Saturday and won The Open on …

In this episode Dave and George go back at least 20 years to discuss games they purchased and how they cost less than a Stern Star Wars topper($750). …

Outakes from several recording sessions with little editing. First up is flipper talk. The guys discuss RAZA and the unobtainium shot for the last time. Poor playing games at tournaments. The guys recall the time they …

Dave talks about a customers 1979 Atari Superman pinball he is restoring. He remembers a seminar about Steve Ritchie and Eugene Jarvis and their time at Atari. Williams flippers and reworked target banks. Dave gives …

A quick conversation about Freeplay Florida. Dave asks George about Houston. More food and arcade talk. Dave talks about Haunted House, Black Hole, …

George shares his time in Houston. He not only talks about the Houston Arcade Expo but his visit to The Game Preserve, various restaurants, a brewery and much more. George is one of few podcasters to share his thoughts …

In this episode Dave is visited by the tv show Boston Chronicle. Dave is interviewed on a variety of areas including his restoration business, …

Dave and George pay a visit to the Southern NH Pinball Club to play in their bi monthly 3 strike tournament with their special guest Eric Stone. The final game has Chuck Webster and Eric Stone competing for the coveted …

THIS EPISODE contains NO PINBALL! So we fibbed and broke the rule.....what are you going to do about it. You are going to listen to see what this is …

George interviews Keith Christensen prior to the start of the Houston Arcade Expo. Keith tells the audience about the history and what to expect over the 2 days of the show. They also talk about Texas BBQ, Texas blues, …

The guys take a road trip to deliver a 1984 Bally Eight Ball Deluxe to one of Dave’s new customers. We use the time to talk about the game and a bunch of other pinball and non pinball topics. George talks about his …

The guys have their normal discussion about all aspects of Centaur. Sometimes taking a detour, but staying true to their roots discussing classic pinball. They attempt to play a few games to show off their playing …

In this episode the guys take a road trip to Funspot in Laconia, NH. Their special guest is #12 IFPA ranked Eric Stone. Eric plays the following …

The guys take a road trip to Weirs Beach and visit both the Half Moon and The Penny Arcades. Their special guest Eric Stone, IFPA #12 ranked player in the world, takes them to two different arcades from his youth and …

In this episode Dave and his friend Paul discuss the arcades of their youth. The focus is on Fun And Games arcade that was located in Framingham …

The guys discuss Star Gazer and actually play a few games. Dave laments about Iron Maiden. George talks about his former state: NJ. Bonus feature: Stern junk?

This is a mini episode that focuses on the sounds of Quicksilver.

George argues: why can’t Stern make games with old tech? The guys have an off the rails discussion of the new Stern Home edition pinball : Star Wars. …

In this episode the guys discuss all the things they could come up with related to this game. Everything you want to know including history, sounds, …

In this episode the guys talk to top rated player Eric Stone and how to play Evel Knievel. Saturday morning tournament update. Podcaster seminar. …

In this episode the guys interview the winners of The Best in Play competition to see who has the best looking and playing game in multiple …

The guys discuss the past 4 years of Pintastic show and what to expect at the upcoming show. (We do a bunch of name dropping)

Two guys discuss Classic pinball with an emphasis on pre 1994 pinball machines. Both are avid collectors with sizable collections and experience …