In Ep 56 of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast Matt & Jason get the bright idea it would be fun to record a podcast after a night of dinner and a few (too many) adult beverages.  Fun?  Heck yeah.  Good idea?  Let's just say, it doesn't go as smoothly as planned. We tackle a tough pinball dilema.  You have 15K and have to start a new collection of 5 machines.  What would you choose?  We give our plan of attack.  We also partake in Flip Bolt or Torch 1991 edition, which come to find out, is one of the worst years in pinball manufacturing!  We also discuss an odd smell that Matt claims has a speci ..read more

In episode 55 of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast, Jason interviews Stern Associate Game Developer, jack of all trades and all around nice guy, Mike Vinikour.  We talk Stranger Things, a day in the life of a Stern employee, the respect he has for his fellow team members, great (and not so great) things about the hobby, and his bucket list.  Thanks for listening!  Now more than ever, be kind to each other.  It seems it takes more effort to be a villain than it does to be a decent human being, but some enjoy the work. ***** Need a new pinball machine, or perhaps an Escalera?  Make sure you give Zac ..read more

In episode 54 of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast Matt & Jason talk about their most satisfying shots in pinball.  Matt also convinces Jason to do one of the worst impressions of a famous pinball callout while scaring his wife half to death on the other side of the house.  We run down each manufacturer, big and small, about what we hope or expect to see at Texas Pinball Festival, and we discuss the RIDICULOUS schedule we have for March.  In addition, thanks to the wonders of digital editing, Jason gives a brief rundown of the media shakeups that were announced in the days leading up to postin ..read more

In Episode 53, a Slap Save Interviews Production, Jason interviews pinball ambassador, Director of Rules and Programming for Spooky Pinball, Bowen Kerins.   ************* Need a new pinball machine, or perhaps an Escalera?  Make sure you give Zach Meny a call at Flip N' Out pinball, the Premiere Sponsor of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast.  The guy is absolutely wrecking it when it comes to service, selection and a willingness to go the extra mile. Contact Zach at 847.778.4876 or via email at zach@flipnoutpinball.com Be sure to check out Silverball Swag, the new pinball apparel and merchandise si ..read more

In episode 52 of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast Matt and Jason wrap up the end of year and talk about the good and the bad before picking their 2019 Person of the Year in pinball.  There were 4 nominees, but there can be only one, and their pick may surprise you.  They also play Stranger Things for the first time and tell about their experience. Who would you pick?  Who influenced the hobby the most, for the better, or worse?  Let us know!  Ours is bound to cause controversy, but... we can hack it ..read more

We are proud to bring you an interview with a quickly rising star, and acclaimed designer in pinball, Scott Danesi!  We will strive to bring you great interviews every other week starting with this episode.  Our regular podcast will continue as normal, but on off weeks, we will post more must-hear-conversations with some of the most intriguing people in pinball.   Need a new pinball machine, or perhaps an Escalera?  Make sure you give Zach Meny a call at Flip N' Out pinball, the Premiere Sponsor of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast.  The guy is absolutely wrecking it when it comes to service, sele ..read more

In episode 50 of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast we announce a new feature on the show that we are REALLY excited about and think you, our pinball listening faithful will love! We also discuss the Stranger Things video leak, the incredible reveal of Rick & Morty, some Hot Wheels opinions and MORE!  Damn it's a good time to love pinball!    Need a new pinball machine, or perhaps an Escalera?  Make sure you give Zach Meny a call at Flip N' Out pinball, the Premiere Sponsor of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast.  The guy is absolutely wrecking it when it comes to service, selection and a willingness ..read more

In episode 49 of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast Matt and Jason go over all the latest pinball happenings and rumors.  Some cause elation (Spooky's announcement), some cause frustration (R2D2 toppers), and some just defy explanation.  Join us as we clumsily embark on another episode of our thoughts on the hobby we love. By the way, Vote for Pedro.     Need a new pinball machine, or perhaps an Escalera?  Make sure you give Zach Meny a call at Flip N' Out pinball, the Premiere Sponsor of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast.  The guy is absolutely wrecking it when it comes to service, selection and a wil ..read more

In Ep 48 of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast, Matt and Jason saddle up again after a hiatus. We talk JP, Deep Root reveals, hatred of other people's games, moving behemoth machines, middle aged guys running through airports, AND we discuss things we are thankful for because.... Thanksgiving.   Thanks for being patient while we did some soul searching in Tibet.  The monk there insisted we dive back in because we were a lost cause otherwise.  Screw you Bob.  Your mysticism was a farce and we want our money back or I'm gonna skewer you on Yelp.   Need a new pinball machine, or perhaps an Escalera ..read more

In episode 47 of the Slap Save Pinball Podcast, Jason and Matt pick THE pinball machine that would earn their money right meow, well, actually uncle Larry's money, but whatever.  Jason has a few drinks while editing and decides to throw in a new intro, we talk unintentional Stay Puft Marshmallow costumes, subliminal appendages planted in our art, fat Thors, pickles (actually, there are no pickles, that's a lie fueled by scotch) and MORE!!  Much, much more.  What NIB would you buy if money were no object?  Let us know!   We didn't prepare and it is a travesty of podcasting.  Don't listen.  Real ..read more