Pinball Profile

Brent Bowen streams on Twitch by night, but during the day he is an award winning visual FX artist and CGI supervisor on The Simpsons. He'll explain how pinball machines are more interesting than video games and what keeps him coming back for more.

Competing for their continent, Jason (Lambo) and Simon try to make waves in Germany for the EPC, IFPA Olympics, and IFPA 18. Back home down under, they explain the growth of pinball and the upcoming Stern Pro Circuit event, Brisbane Masters, July 14-23.

Another great, young German pinball player! Live from the European Pinball Championships, Amy discusses how she came to love pinball, plus playing in Berlin, her early successes, and what's next, including the UK Open, Sept. 30-Oct. 2.

The biggest pinball event maybe ever will have all eyes on Germany. The European Pinball Championship, the IFPA Olympics, and The IFPA World Championship will all take place in an 11 day span at Bulls & Balls and Freddy's Pinball Paradise. Jim & Dina Lindsay of JDL Pinball will have all the action on their Twitch channel. But behind the scenes, you'll hear who they have been working hard for month...

Lots of media attention this month for pinball. PinClash, Allentown, and EPC/IFPA 18 World Championships have provided stories for media coverage. It's great promotion for our hobby and sport. Pinball and its competitions aren't top of mind or on the radar at all for the majority of people, so here's how to invite new people to pinball through media.

It's Keith Elwin...and on VIDEO! Hear (or see) Keith talk about the upcoming PinClash Godzilla version May 13th (www.twitch.tv/iepinball) and how that game's depth offers so much for any player. Plus, he'll talk about going to Germany for the IFPA 18 World Championships, June 1-4. Listen to the Pinball Profile podcast with Keith, or watch it on YouTube https://bit.ly/3nwTZQe

Don't let fear or anxiety prevent you from playing pinball in a league...it might be the remedy you need to tackle your fears. That's the case for Nancy, who tells us about playing and growing the Gem City Pinball League in Dayton, Ohio.

Anthony is changing the paradigm of pinball with machines like Mass Effect 2 and the follow up to Swords of Fury...Swords of Vengeance! With help from Fast Pinball, the homebrew community, talented artists and more, these pinball machines tell a deep story and take you on an adventure. Find out more at www.paradigm-tilt.com. Shout out to designers & composers Kassarie, Lyraina, Yen Shu Liao, and A...

Busy March for pinball. Made it to Bang Back Pinball Lounge in Columbia SC, then Game Terminal in Nashville TN, before a return to the Louisville Arcade Expo. Next up, watching the Women's World Championship this weekend in Chicago, then Texas Pinball Festival next week. So much pinball...I love it!

What a month! So many new machines, so many events and announcements. Good times in pinball right now!

A quick rise to the top for this Kentucky woman. Already a top 200 player in the world, hear how Elizabeth got the pinball bug for playing, learning, competing, and even commentating on stream...all with great success! Next stop, Louisville Arcade Expo, and who knows?

His pinball hoodies that are everywhere! Neil Hodge, founder of www,4evertheflip.com talks about his ever growing line-up of clothing. We talk about his first trip to INDISC, life in BC, and being a big part of the Pinball Profile "Played In America" tour.

Who made the list? Listen to find out!

The “president” of the IFPA discusses how receiving 100% just isn’t enough. Josh explains the many changes to the IFPA rankings and tourneys moving forward in 2023. These should improve leagues, events and even Flip Frenzies!

It takes a LOT of work to run a big scale pinball tournament. Deborah Tahlman was the Tournament Director at the Stern Pro Circuit event at Pinball Expo. She discusses what goes into such a huge undertaking…and it paid off!

Not only a top player in the world, but the person who gives us the goods on www.ifpapinball.com Brian shares a great history lesson of the IFPA, the changes, the growth and how competitive pinball has evolved. And there MAY be some talk of Josh Sharpe.

Pinball Expo is great place to see people and play machines you've never seen before. Whether it's the games from the manufacturers, free play area, or my fav...the homebrews! We'll hear from some of the creators, plus talk with Pinball Brothers about Queen, and a few special guests.

Writers and directors Austin and Meredith Bragg discuss how they made Roger Sharpe's story into a featured film. After huge award winning success creating short films, hear how Roger's story inspired The Bragg brothers to make their first full length film, complete with an outstanding cast and crew. You can see the film at many film festivals. Find out more and get updates at www.pinballfilm.com

Wow! Saw Jackson Gee's art on display at YEGpin this summer in Edmonton and was in awe! Take a look at www.jacksongee.com and hear about his passion for art, pinball, and the 80's. Plus, check out his cool merchandise. A future pinball artist??? Who knows? Hope so.

Neil McRae discusses the big event in south London at the London Croydon Hotel, September 30-October 2, 2022. Inspired by INDISC. 5 tourneys! Big prizes! I think I'll have to go. You should too! See more at www.playpinball.uk

Let's hear from the fun hosts of One iPod One Pinball on Twitch. Find out about the D.C. pinball scene, some competition highlights and other interesting hobbies of theirs.

David fills us in on the exciting things in Memphis, Tennessee including the new Flip Side Memphis (pinball & food) location. Plus, David talks about his legendary Yoppsicles that can help you with your older Bally/Williams & Stern machines.

It begins this week! Sunday, June 5 at Arcade Legacy in Newport, Kentucky. Then Wednesday, June 8 at Solid State Pinball Supply in Kansas City, MO. Hear the details, the prizes, the great sponsors, future dates and locations and more!

It's been years in the waiting, but it's here! IFPA 17 World Championships take place May 26-29, 2022 in Fort Myers, Florida. The founder/CEO of The Pinball Asylum talks about preparation, hosting the world, having a variety of machines, plus David discusses local legends Eric Stone and the late Norma Jennings.

She's in the top 100, and currently the #1 woman player in the world! And...she's only 16!?! Hear how Kassidy learned quickly and became a student of the game of pinball, and how she conquers at District 82 Pinball Arcade...and beyond. The sky is the limit for Kassidy!