Episode 28 of The Pinball Studio Podcast features another installment of My Journey in Pinball with special guest Robert Owens, owner of Retro City Arcade in Evans, Georgia. Join us as Robert shares how he first discovered the hobby, the path that led him to opening Retro City Arcade, and the challenges and successes of building one of the region’s premier pinball destinations. It’s a great conversation about the passion that drives the pinball community and what it takes to turn that passion into a successful business. Note: At the beginning of the episode, I accidentally refer to this as Episode 29. It is actually Episode 28. Thanks for understanding, and enjoy the show!

Episode 02 of PinTalk with David Benke. We sit down for a casual conversation about everything happening in the pinball world, including recent tournaments in Georgia and South Carolina, changes to our collections, and what’s been going on in the hobby. There is no set agenda, just two friends talking pinball and catching up on everything that’s been happening.

Episode 26 of The Pinball Studio Podcast is another PinTalk episode featuring Eric Edwards from Radioactive Arcade. This week, we dive into two of the biggest announcements in pinball. We share our thoughts on Jersey Jack Pinball’s new Sonic the Hedgehog machine and discuss Stern Pinball’s newly revealed Transformers. What do we like? What has us excited? And where do we think these games fit into today’s market? Eric also catches Sterling completely off guard with a brand new segment centered around all the latest pinball rumors, putting his reputation for always knowing what’s going on to the test. Whether you’re here for the new game discussions, industry talk, or just a few laughs between friends, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

In Episode 25 of The Pinball Studio Podcast, we sit down with Jimmy Lipham, owner and creator of Pinlights, to explore his personal journey through the world of pinball. Jimmy shares how he first discovered the hobby, what drew him deeper into the community, and the path that ultimately led him to start Pinlights. We discuss the challenges and rewards of turning a passion into a business, the evolution of his products, and his vision for helping pinball enthusiasts enhance their games. Whether you’re a longtime hobbyist, a collector, or interested in the stories behind the companies shaping modern pinball, this episode offers an inside look at one entrepreneur’s journey from player to creator.

Welcome back to PinTalk, the newest side show from The Pinball Studio Podcast. On Episode 24, David Benke returns for another fun and wide ranging conversation covering some of the hottest topics in pinball today.   We discuss streaming equipment and content creation, take a deep dive into Stern Pinball’s new Transformers machine, and share our thoughts on the highly anticipated Sonic pinball machine from Jersey Jack Pinball. We also explore rules writing and what David’s dream theme pinball machine might look like, along with a look at the tournament scene in South Carolina.   To wrap things up, we discuss the growing trend of companies building remake pinball machines and what it could mean for the future of the hobby.   Whether you are into competitive pinball, collecting, streaming, or simply enjoy talking pinball, this episode has something for everyone.

Episode 23 of The Pinball Studio Podcast features special guest Jamie Burchell, host of The JBS Show and host of The Pinball Roundtable. In this episode, Jamie shares his story of how he discovered the hobby of pinball and what led him to become a well-known voice in the pinball community. We also dive into a variety of fun pinball topics, stories, experiences, and plenty of casual conversation along the way. Whether you're a longtime pinball enthusiast or just getting started in the hobby, this is a fun and entertaining episode you won't want to miss.

Episode 22 of The Pinball Studio Podcast is a special PinTalk episode featuring Sterling Martin and Eric Edwards from Radioactive Pinball Arcade. In this episode, the two dive into all the latest happenings in the pinball world, including current industry rumors, new game releases, tournament talk, manufacturer updates, and the hottest topics the community is buzzing about. From deep discussions to casual pinball conversation, this episode is packed with opinions, insights, and plenty of pinball talk for fans of the hobby.

Episode 21 features Cale Hernandez, one of the voices behind the highly respected Electric Bat Arcade and co-host of the popular BatCast.   Cale and his wife have built something special in the pinball world, and in this episode he shares the story behind it all. From getting started to growing a well known arcade and podcast, it is a great look into the passion and work that drives it.   Kick back and enjoy Cale’s story.

In this special edition of The Pinball Studio Podcast, Sterling is joined by Don Garrison of Don’s Pinball Podcast for the ultimate Texas Pinball Festival hype episode.   With TPF kicking off this Thursday, we break down everything you need to know heading into one of the biggest weekends in pinball. From early arrivals and setup day to what players and fans can expect on the show floor, we cover it all.   We also talk about our Beetle Tent booth, where we’ll be hosting multiple Beetlejuice machines in a fully themed experience you won’t want to miss.   If you’re traveling to Texas Pinball Festival, this is the perfect episode to throw on during the drive or flight.

In Episode 19 of The Pinball Studio Podcast, I sit down with Michael Thomasson, who once held the world record for the largest video game collection in the world. Michael is also a college professor, author, historian, and fellow pinball enthusiast. In this episode we dive into his incredible story, how his legendary collection came to be, and discuss some of the books he has written along the way. It’s a fun conversation about gaming history, collecting, and of course a little pinball.   You can purchase all of Michael’s books at https://michaelthomasson.com