Wedgehead Pinball Podcast

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In this episode we explore the role that physical layout and shot geometry has on the overall feel of a pinball machine. We discuss the classic spectrum of two genius designers who operated largely on opposite sides of the spectrum, Steve Ritchie and Pat Lawlor, and Alan discusses why if he doesn't like the way a game physically shoots, then he will NEVER enjoy that machine at all.
But as per usual, adult language is used. This is your warning. 
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Local legend Cory Butcher joins us on the show to defend his love for the 1992 Gottlieb game, Cue Ball Wizard. On paper this game sold well, and earned well back in the day, but for some reason it hasn't aged so well in the 30 years since its release.  Thankfully Butcher is here to educate all of us.
As is tradition, profanity is used throughout the episode.
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Seattle pinball player and creator of the kickass pinball ratings website, pinballranker.com brings us all his episode that he wrote and recorded all about what he believes to be "The Best Game Ever"
Warning: like all of our normal episodes, Conor has also chosen to use adult language, this is your warning.
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In this episode we dive deep into the pinball career of one of pinball's most successful designers. Barry designed over 30 pinball machines in the solid state era, sold obscene amounts of his designs, single handedly saved pinball in 1984, and was always a team player and a kind and willing collaborator.  Despite all this, he's almost forgotten about in the modern-day discussion of pinball design legends, and we talk about why in this episode.
TOPcast Interview w/ Barry: pinrepair.com/topcast/topcast_35.mp3
But in case you don't know by now, adult language is used in the episode so sensitive ears be warned.
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It took me awhile, but the second episode of my pinball economics series is finally here, and I am exploring the concept of "value" as it pertains to the business of pinball operating.   It all starts with: Is looking at the coinbox overrated?
I hope you all enjoy this second deep dive into the life of pinball operating and the underlying economics of the venture, but as usual...some adult language is used in the process.
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