Best Nicholas Baldridge Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 478 - Young Martial Artist with Neil Wilson - 1-10-25 47:10

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Young Martial Artist is the first pinball game from independent third party designer/developer Neil Wilson, built exclusively for the Heist playfield module on the Multimorphic P3 Pinball Platform. Improve your ranking by completing training modes and compete in a multi-stage tournament to prove your skill! In this interview, Neil discusses his int…

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Episode 477 - Blood Bank Billiards with Ian Harrower of Ian Harrower Games - 5-4-24 48:31

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Blood Bank Billiards is the newest game from Ian Harrower Games, built exclusively for the Drained playfield module on the Multimorphic P3 Pinball Platform. It is a vampiric game of eight ball, requiring the player to sink each of the pool balls before pocketing the eight ball (at the gobble hole)! In this interview, Ian discusses Blood Bank Billia…

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Episode 476 - Dungeon Door Defender with Michael Ocean - 4-28-24 1:01:16

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Dungeon Door Defender is a tower defense pinball game with three distinct modes of operation. Gameplay is broken into distinct phases, with fast-paced pinball play punctuated by periods of careful consideration. Dungeon Door Defender is the first third-party game developed by Michael Ocean for the Multimorphic P3 Pinball Platform, which was release…

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Episode 475 - Bird Watcher with Ian Harrower of Ian Harrower Games 4-21-24 1:08:37

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Bird Watcher is a uniquely ambitious pinball game that includes game-to-game progression, collection, and a more relaxing, timed style of gameplay from Ian Harrower Games for the Multimorphic P3 Pinball Platform, which was released on November 15, 2023. It is playable on every playfield module available (7) on the P3 as of this recording. In this i…

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Episode 474 - Interview with Molly Baldridge, artist of Drained 14:54

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Drained is the latest game from For Amusement Only Games, and released on Nov. 21, 2022. Molly Baldridge created all of the physical and digital artwork for Drained, and it was a lot of fun to be able to work together. Molly has been extremely supportive of my game development in the past, but committing to a project of this magnitude is something …

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Episode 473 - Interview with Charles Wolf, composer for Drained 29:28

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Drained is the latest game from For Amusement Only Games, and will be releasing soon. I wanted to discuss the creation of the soundtrack for the game with the composer, Charles Wolf. Charles has composed music in many different styles and types for a huge array of projects. He is a very positive and professional collaborator, and I had great fun wo…

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Episode 472 - 2022 York Show Recap 15:56

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Nick discusses the York show and recaps the games brought to Bingo Row, including * Big Wheel * Caravan * Carnival Queen and the games that I brought: * Multi-Bingo * Multi-Races * P3 with QFG, RITR, SF, and FFRE A huge thank you to Sam, Jim, Len, Ed, Chad, and Ed for bringing games (and me!) and for being such a great part of the bingo community. …

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Episode 471 - Interview with Jon Chad 1-5-22 1:12:26

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Jon Chad joins us to discuss the realease his new book, "Pinball: A Graphic History of the Silver Ball" from First Second Books. Jon's work is amazing and this book is fun for all ages. To order "Pinball", please visit either: https://www.fountainbookstore.com/book/9781250249210 or https://store.capitalbooksonk.com/item/pAG4rDFNcoxGgjbGbDL-8w You c…

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Episode 470 - Silver Falls 1:06:20

4+ y ago1:06:20

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We're back! Ava and I wish Wayne Neyens a Happy 103rd Birthday! Ryan Claytor's new watch design is called "Ricochet" and was available in a limited run from Mr. Jones Watches. If you would like a copy, add your name to the interested list https://mrjones.activehosted.com/f/35 Check out Silver Falls at https://silverfallsforever.com - available now …

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Episode 469 - Williams Hi-Hand, Yukon, QFG 39:19

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Ava and I talk about a few different games, first up - Williams' Hi-Hand: https://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=1179 As part of that conversation, we talk about Williams' Yukon: https://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=6197 More work on QFG and some neat stuff ahead! Check out Ranger In The Ruins at: https://rangerintheruins.com Thank you for listening, a…

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Episode 468 - Ranger In The Ruins, 3rd Party Development for the P3 29:42

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Ranger In The Ruins has been released! My first commercial pinball game is $150, and available through the Multimorphic online store: https://www.multimorphic.com/store/p3-game-kits/3rd-party-game-kits/ranger-in-the-ruins/ Ava and I discuss a bit about the game, and some streams available (warning: spoilers!) Buffalo Pinball Reveal Stream - https:/…

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Episode 467 - CCR 2.0 and Internet Play, QFG, RF, MR updates, what we've been working on, 1959 Bally Ballerina 1:02:35

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Welcome back! - Ava new cohost - Cosmic Cart Racing 2.0 and Internet play - QFG development diary - last stream available at https://youtu.be/WuEurYFnIrU - Check out my other podcast Gamingonten for weekly updates of the process (and lots of video game talk). http://gamingonten.com - A little about my next P3 game. - Robo-Frenzy artwork is in proce…

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Episode 466 - Heist P3 Game - Interview with Ava Baldridge 3-26-20 31:26

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Ava joins me to talk about the newest P3 game, Heist! This Week In Pinball had a writeup on the release day here: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/heist-revealed-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-more/ We are having a blast with the game, and we talk about the artwork, design, software, audio and how I can't get more th…

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Episode 465 - P3 Development, New Games Announced, 1935 Allied Amusement Barrel Roll 26:10

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Welcome back! I have decided to slightly retool the show as most of my free time is being spent on developing a modern game for the P3 platform. Build Thread: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/p3-game-so-you-want-to-be-a-hero-quest-for-glory-pinball Multimorphic announcement of CCR update and new Director of Sales and Marketing, Patrick Patla…

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Episode 464 - Williams Deluxe Official Baseball Pitching Unit 13:33

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Had a follow-up call for the Williams Deluxe Official Baseball regarding the pitching motor. I discuss some of the unique properties of that unit along with the repair for a sticking pitching unit and the gameplay for the game itself. https://www.ipdb.org/showpic.pl?id=5049

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Episode 463 - Correction, NIB Tahiti, 1937 Bally Classic 11:42

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Listener (and good friend) Ryan Claytor wrote in with a correction to episode 462. Next, there is a NIB Bally Tahiti on eBay... sort of: https://www.ebay.com/itm/BALLY-BINGO-PINBALL-MACHINE-TAHITI-1979-NEW-IN-BOX/274192522557?hash=item3fd725dd3d:g:E9AAAOSwfideFoIp Today's featured game is Bally's 1937 Classic: https://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=52…

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Episode 462 - Rest in Peace, Dan Ferguson, New Game Developments, 1967 Chicago Coin Festival 8:19

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Dan Ferguson, proprietor of the Lone Star Pinball Museum, passed away on December 14th, 2019. I was privileged to meet Dan and spend a few hours speaking with him and playing games in August. Rest in peace, Dan. The new game I discuss has had some new developments, including art, music, and voice acting: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/p3-g…

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Episode 461 - New game -- with flippers, 3D printed Bally clutch, 1969 Williams Seven Up 12:06

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Another episode, another new game announcement - this one decidedly not EM, but interesting all the same. https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/p3-game-so-you-want-to-be-a-hero-quest-for-glory-pinball There is a potential new EM podcast coming - looking forward to it! The more EM content, the better! In other news, a Pinside user had an unobtaina…

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Episode 460 - Houston Arcade Expo, Acrylic Bingo, Williams Deluxe Official Baseball, Loof's Lite-A-Line 13:11

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I went to the Houston Arcade Expo and talk a bit about what sets the show apart, along with the debut of the Acrylic Bingo project! Shawn did an excellent job with fabricating a new cabinet and playfield for Golden Gate, one of the most complex and astounding bingo pinball machines, out of acrylic. It was great to meet new folks and old friends and…

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Episode 459 - Busy, Houston Arcade Expo, 1964 Williams Riverboat 7:59

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Things are really hectic right now, but hopefully they will get back on track soon. I'll be at the Houston Arcade Expo next week for the unveiling of the Acrylic Bingo (Golden Gate in a see-through package)! Today's featured game is 1964 Williams Riverboat. You can reach me at [email protected] or via the bingos line at 724-BINGOS-1…

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Episode 458 - York Show 2019 Recap, Multi-Races complete, Coin-Op Carnival tour complete 30:47

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Today's episode is all about the York show! Bingo Row, Woodrail Row, good friends, and fun! I also discuss the end of the Coin-Op Carnival tour and the completion of Multi-Races, along with the first public showing for Multi-Races. Thanks to everyone that makes the York show such a fantastic show - Rich and all the staff, everyone that brings games…

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Episode 457 - Interview with Edward Trapunski 09-30-19 57:12

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Tonight I am joined by Edward Trapunski, author of "Special When Lit: A visual and anecdotal history of Pinball". We discuss the creation of the book, originally published in 1979, came out at a time of great change for pinball. The industry was moving from electro-mechanical games to solid state. The book touches on a broad history of the game, a …

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Episode 456 - York Show Giveaway, Timer Unit Issues, King of Diamonds Troubleshooting 11:23

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The York show is coming - October 11th and 12th, 2019! This year, I will be giving away custom tokens for those that can win on Multi-Races. I also note a common issue with new bingo owners/mechanics - the timer unit needs to be in proper working order or the game will not function properly. Lastly, I took a look at a King of Diamonds that had some…

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Episode 455 - Pyprocgame issue, York Show Excitement, 1939 Bally Headliner 11:40

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Ran into an issue with pyprocgame (or USB) that caused a crash every time I tried to enter a game in Multi-Races. I detail the solution. The York Show is coming very soon! Come see Bingo Row and check out the Coin-Op Carnival booth - October 12th and 13th, 2019! Today's featured game is Bally's Headliner from 1939. https://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?…

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Episode 454 - Yacht Club Selector Lock, Roger Sharpe Recordings, Multi-Races Progress, 1939 Gottlieb Keen-A-Ball 10:42

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First, a call on the Bingo Line - Len calls with a question about the Selector Lock on Yacht Club. Next, Nate Shivers from Coast 2 Coast podcast has started releasing a new series - Roger Sharpe recorded interviews with numerous folks from the EM era for his book Pinball, and this series begins with an interview with Harry Williams. Check it out at…

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Episode 453 - Houston and Roanoke Tour Stops, Multi-Races and Multi-Bingo getting ready for York 11:11

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Short episode - Our Houston tour stop for Coin-Op Carnival was changed from the original venue and from one stop to two. It was great to meet folks at Bedrock City Comics and the Game Preserve NASA! Thank you to everyone that came out. This weekend, August 11th, I will be giving a presentation and book signing at the Roanoke Pinball Museum in Roano…

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Episode 452 - Universal 5 Star, Multi-Races at York, Junior in Ottawa, Genco Golden Nugget, 1939 Daval Gems 28:47

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Universal's 5 Star is back in action thanks to Sophie. 5 Star, the Multi-Bingo and Multi-Races will be at York this year as part of Bingo Row! Come out and play these neat games! It will be the public debut of Multi-Races. Junior and Caravan have moved to new homes. Junior will be part of the prewar booth at the Ottawa Pinball and Gameroom Show Sep…

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Episode 451 - Multi-Races, Super Star, Coin-Op Carnival Tour Update, 1938 Genco Klick 10:31

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I've been programming like a mad person, and there are now several games with full animation and gameplay support available in Multi-Races! I just received a Williams "Super Star" for an upcoming project. Coin-Op Carnival will be at San Diego Comic-Con, with Ryan hosting a presentation on Friday the 17th. Brent and Whitney of the Brokentoken Classi…

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Episode 450 - Interview with Gerry Stellenberg 6-26-19 1:20:11

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Gerry Stellenberg of Multimorphic (www.multimorphic.com) joins me to discuss his history with control systems, development of the revolutionary products the P-ROC, P3-ROC, and the P3, and custom pinball development on the P3. I use and enjoy many of the products produced by his company, and his boardset allowed me to complete the Multi-Bingo in a v…

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Episode 449 - Fake Nick Baldridge's Triumphant Return 6:19

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Perambulate with FNB while he pontificates on the far flung ancestors of modern pinball! Listen in on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, Google Play, and more. You can email the real Nick at [email protected] Instagram and Twitter @bingopodcast Call the phone-a-saurus at 724-BINGOS-1 Purchase Coin-Op Carnival at www.coinopcarni…

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Episode 448 - Auto-Bell Super Circus, Robo-Frenzy progress, 5 Star Progress, 1939 Genco Bang 11:59

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New game! Auto-Bell Super Circus arrived in the gameroom and Ava is going to help restore. Robo-Frenzy progress - one of the more difficult tasks has been completed. 5 Star progress - Sophie and I turned it on this week! Today's featured game is Genco's "Bang" from 1939. https://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=166 You can reach me at foramusementonlypo…

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Episode 447 - Coin-Op Carnival NPR Interview, 5 Star Progress, Service Calls, 1935 Bally 3 In LINE 15:30

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Ryan and I were interviewed by Michigan NPR about Coin-Op Carnival! https://www.michiganradio.org/post/stateside-state-senate-passes-auto-insurance-reform-pinball-history-comic-book-new-west-mi (Scroll down for the interview) Sophie has continued work on the 5 Star - it's looking good now, next to polish the metal parts inside the game! An interest…

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Episode 446 - Coin-Op Carnival Tour Stops, Bally Circus, Robo-Frenzy Wiring, 1959 Gottlieb Hi-Diver 11:48

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Ryan's tour stop at Abrams Planetarium was excellent! Read the writeup at http://www.coinopcarnival.com/news/ There are two tour stops happening this weekend! Pinball at the Zoo and the Small Press and Alternative Comics Expo (S.P.A.C.E.). See http://www.coinopcarnival.com/appearances for more details. I worked on a Bally Circus this past week that…

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Episode 445 - Service Calls, Coin-Op Carnival Shipping, Universal 5-Star, 1952 Gottlieb Coronation 23:28

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I've been digging myself out of my backlog on local service calls since my return from Texas. I talk about one interesting EM call I had recently. Coin-Op Carnival's reception has been fantastic! Come see Ryan at the second tour stop for the book at the MSU Abram's Planetarium, Sunday, April 14th at 6PM. This is a free event! Following Ryan's prese…

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Episode 444 - Texas Pinball Festival Recap, Coin-Op Carnival Tour, Woodrail vs Metal Rail Games 24:54

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My experience at Texas Pinball Festival as part of Coin-Op Carnival. An unforgettable weekend! Some photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/8hNHQvpxRTJqoFPM8 Ryan is doing a solo presentation for the next tour stop - the Abrams Planetarium at Michigan State University. Aside from a 360-degree video of Wayne Neyens and his "Spirit of '76", there will be a…

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Episode 443 - Coin-Op Carnival with Ryan Claytor Recorded 3-6-19 34:14

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Ryan Claytor joins me to discuss our new joint venture - Coin-Op Carnival: Electrifying Tales of Mechanical Contraptions! Coin-Op Carnival Issue #1 is a 64-page, fully illustrated, full color publication. Coin-Op Carnival will release March 22nd at Texas Pinball Festival. Pinball historian Gordon Hasse will be joining Ryan and I onstage during the …

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Episode 442 - Multi-Races Playable, Robo-Frenzy Fixes, 1942 Keeney Towers 16:20

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Multi-Races works! I finished the wiring after last episode, fired it up, and can play games on it. There are no graphics currently, but still a major victory. Robo-Frenzy has also had a few victories over the past weekend - the score motor turns, score reels and reset function properly, and the short was found. Today's game is 1942's Keeney Towers…

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Episode 441 - Multi-Races Wiring, 1959 Gottlieb Straight Shooter 23:34

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I'm just about ready to turn on Multi-Races for the first time. Exciting time for any project. I talk about wiring the coils and motors in the game, and some of the challenges. Today's game is 1959's Gottlieb Straight Shooter (https://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=2394) You can reach me at [email protected] or via the bingos line at 7…

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Episode 440 - Robo-Frenzy To-do, Multi-Races wiring and changes, 1959 Williams Golden Bells 22:49

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Robo-Frenzy has had a small advancement, but more time is needed to test everything. Multi-Races, I am having some second thoughts about how I will construct parts of the game. Discussion awaits! Today's game is the 1959 Williams "Golden Bells" - https://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=1045 You can reach me at [email protected] or via t…

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Episode 439 - Multi-Bingo Fine Tuning, Multi-Races Playfield Wiring, 1958 Bally Skill Parade 19:44

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The Multi-Bingo is getting a nice bit of polish ahead of the Texas Pinball Festival. I look forward to meeting new people and seeing their reaction to the game! Multi-Races progress continues - I've wired the playfield and placed it within the game. Soon I'll be testing the games! Today's featured game is 1958's Bally Skill Parade: https://ipdb.org…

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Episode 438 - Multi-Races Continues, Robo-Frenzy Testing, 1957 Gottlieb Ace High 27:40

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I'm continuing to program Multi-Races, and am working backwards chronologically. I've arrived at the first game Bally produced post-war, 1946's Victory Derby and Victory Special. I speak a bit about the large changes in portioning that these earlier games have from the later (Don Hooker designed) games. Robo-Frenzy has been tested, and I have found…

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Episode 437 - Multi-Races Programming, Robo-Frenzy Units, 1950 Williams Dreamy 40:48

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I've almost finished programming the first game for Multi-Races. Bally's Turf King is one of the last one ball horserace games, and therefore one of the most complex. Once I've finished it, I should have no trouble with other games. I talk about the interesting parts of portioning, as well as some of the features of the game. Robo-Frenzy is coming …

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Episode 436 - Robo-Frenzy Wiring, Multi-Races progress, Chicago Coin Soundstage Unboxing, 1948 Gottlieb Alice in Wonderland 13:43

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Robo-Frenzy is about 70% wired! Multi-Races now has a computer and I've begun thinking about laying out the new electronic and mechanical features. A Chicago Coin Soundstage was unboxed recently. The video (on Facebook) can be viewed here: https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fkevin.mchugh%2Fvideos%2F10156…

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Episode 435 - Happy Thanksgiving, Robo-Frenzy Wiring, Adding Progressive Jackpot to a Bingo Pinball 7:49

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A short episode today, wherein I discuss wiring Robo-Frenzy (approx 50% done), and a listener question about adding progressive jackpots to a bingo pinball machine. I put on my best tech hat and respond. Thank you, as always, for listening! You can reach me at [email protected] or via the bingos line at 724-BINGOS-1 You can listen t…

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Episode 434 - Audio Issues, Robo-Frenzy Wiring, Contest Reminder, 1952 Gottlieb Quartette 23:13

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Robo-Frenzy is taking shape, the wiring has begun in earnest. I talk a bit about how I am prototyping the light board, how the wiring is going and the basic functions that are wired. A reminder that I'm running a contest! Anyone that can send me evidence of a current/new 5 in a line on a game will receive a free Bingo Row print! The illustration by…

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Episode 433 - The York Show, A Contest, and Upcoming Projects 51:50

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This year's White Rose Gameroom Show was incredible! I speak a bit about each game in Bingo Row, and do a recap of the happenings day-by-day. JeffC's amazing unboxing video is in this thread: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/bingo-row-at-the-2018-york-show#post-4641797 Tons of pictures in that thread, and lots of information. I discuss the u…

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Episode 432 - Pinball Magazine Number 5 Review, 1952 United Steeple Chase 28:27

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I'm headed to the York show - Friday Oct 12th and Saturday Oct 13th, 2018. Come see me, play all the bingos in Bingo Row, and compete for a chance to win a beautiful limited edition Bingo Row print! Today's main topic is a review of Pinball Magazine #5 - I strongly encourage all folks with any interest in EMs to pick up a copy and read about Wayne …

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Episode 431 - York Show Update, Multi-Bingo Finished, 1938 Genco Gay Time 33:42

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The York show (White Rose Gameroom Show) will be here before we know it! Come to the show and hang out with us in Bingo Row http://www.theyorkshow.com/ Beautiful new giveaways, a brand new bingo unboxing, extremely rare games on free play, and a lot of fun! The Multi-Bingo is complete! I've finished all the various programming bits and this is the …

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Episode 430 - Multi-Bingo almost finished, Pingames and Gambling, 1932 Piracy Case, Ottawa Pinball Show, 1950 Genco Canasta 19:16

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The Multi-Bingo is about to make its yearly showing at the York show! That means I have the typical final tweaks and touches to complete. The Multi Manual is available here: https://github.com/bingopodcast/bingos/blob/master/bingo_emulator/Multi-Bingo%20Manual.pdf I was also co-author on an article published on Pinball News about gambling pingames:…

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Episode 429 - Multi-Bingo Animations and 1932 Northwest Coin Machine Company Fan-Tan 20:24

7y ago20:24

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This episode, I start off with a few technical details about how the animations function within the Multi for the mechanical backbox number movements. Today's game is the 1932 Northwest Coin Machine Company Fan-Tan. An interesting roulette game with a playing card theme. https://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=819 Thank you, as always, for listening! Y…