Pinball Profile

Episode 333: Neil Graf

Another young superstar pinball player in the making. Neil Graf talks with special guest host Travis Murie about his recent climb up the IFPA rankings, District 82, his dad Tom, […]

Episode 332: Starfighters Arcade

In Arizona, the pinball scene continues to grow at a fast pace. Mike Lovato and Kevin Curtis talk about the Starfighters Arcade in Mesa, AZ with special guest host Tracy […]

Episode 331: Stephanie Lesser – 101 Pinball Puzzles author

Special guest host Steven Bowden (American Pinball, FunWithBonus.com) talks with Stephanie about her amazing new book. It’s filled with all kinds of pinball games, call-outs, personalities and more. And there’s […]

Episode 330: Jim Belsito – INDISC 2022

After a year hiatus and a new location, INDISC is back February 3-6 in Riverside, California. Co-organizer Jim Belsito tells us about this major tournament. Plus, as a bonus, there’s […]

Episode 329: The legacy of Marc Mandeltort

We remember the founder of Marco Pinball (Marco Specialties) with stories from those that knew him the best; his son Paul, Marco Ramirez and Imoto Harney.

Episode 328: The Pinball Profile Top 10 Most Intriguing People of 2021

Episode 327: Peter Blakemore

Learn more about one of England’s finest players, Peter Blakemore. He’s not afraid to dance when playing pinball, especially when he’s winning…which is a lot. Hear about his club near […]

Episode 326: Michael Hanley and Shane Jackson

Spent time with two avid pinball collectors in Mississauga, Ontario (west of Toronto). We talked about and the original JPop Alice In Wonderland prototype pre-Zidware, opening The Church of the […]

Episode 325: Bang Back Pinball Lounge

“Funky Fresh” Fred Richardson opened this Columbia, South Carolina hot spot during the pandemic, and watched pinball grow and grow in the community. Find out about this large pinball location, […]

Episode 324: Dan Bitterlich

The man who introduced me to competitive pinball. He has done the same for many others too. Growing leagues in Ontario and now on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, my […]

Episode 323: Koi Morris

This pinball legend from New York discusses the early PAPA Championships in NYC, seeing the newest games at Broadway Arcade and more. We shared a chat at Expo and talked […]

Episode 322: Tobias Wagemann

As he gets ready for another big event this weekend (November Rain at Bulls & Balls in Fulda, Germany), the IFPA country director explains how he helped grow pinball competitions […]

Episode 321: Pinball Expo 2021 recap

A perfect way to celebrate 5 years of Pinball Profile! Spending time with friends at Pinball Expo at their new location just north of Chicago. Hear from many including (in […]

Episode 320: Legends of Valhalla by American Pinball

This onetime homebrew machine is now in mass production at American Pinball. Designer Scott Gullicks and programmer Frank Gigliotti share their exciting journey from their early days to now seeing […]

Episode 319: Bulls & Balls

The home to great pinball tournaments and whoppertunities! This venue is one of the best places I’ve ever been for pinball competitions. Hear from some of many people at this […]

Episode 318: Paul Englert

This teenager from Germany is already one of the world’s best players. Expect big things for this champion as he continues to get better and better. Enjoy this conversation as […]

Episode 317: QUEEN Pinball hype with Marc Silk

It looks like a Queen pinball machine is on the way from Pinball Brothers. Voice actor Marc Silk stopped by the pop-up Queen store in London, UK to check out […]

Episode 316: Dr. John Cosson

Twitch’s Old Host from the Gold Coast. I had to get him back…you’ll hear why. Enjoy laughs with Dr. John as he discusses streaming with his daughter Emily, travelling for […]

Episode 315: ClePin with Tommy Bizzi & Don Johnson

It’s here! The 2021 Cleveland Pinball and Arcade Show in Independence, Ohio. Tommy & Don tell us what to expect this year with games, speakers, tourneys, vendors and more. Plus, […]

Episode 314: Bob MATH-use

Bob Matthews gets the Pi episode (3.14, 314, whatever). This pinball legend discusses his thoughts of the Museum of Pinball in Banning, California. Plus, we talk about Bob’s Classics Guide, […]

Episode 313: Reby Hardy

Reby has been busy! Streaming on househardy on Twitch, having her 4th child, and now using her skills once again to help create a re-themed machine of Ferris Bueller’s Day […]

Episode 312: Krystle Gemnich

This woman does it all in pinball. Playing, tournament directing, marketing, podcasting, tech repairs and a whole lot more. Krystle talks about working at Marco Specialties, travelling, classic cars, and […]

Episode 311: Fliptronic’s Rebecca & Jordan

Live from Austin, Texas, it’s Fliptronic! Rebecca Salam and Jordan Burgar discuss their love of pinball, streaming, other games & hobbies, movie riffing, cats and more. Plus, hear about how […]

Episode 310: Danielle & David Peck

A couple of New Zealand’s finest. Hear about Dani’s pinball & school adventures, plus David’s great tournaments with every System 11 machine you can imagine, a Fish Tales event like […]

Episode 309: Carlos DeLaSerda – laser_los on Twitch

No one on Twitch streams more pinball than laser_los. Hear as Carlos talks about his pinball strategies, his competition successes and unique online community. Grab your Grippos because it’s time […]

Episode 308: IFPA back open for business

Sanctioned tournaments and leagues are set to begin on August 1st, 2021. IFPA President Josh Sharpe tells us how we got here and what it means moving forward.

Episode 307: Travis Murie, MarvLoco

The Oklahoma state champion and YouTuber discusses current games, buying confidence, and the hobby in general. He also talks about what he misses the most during the pandemic. One of […]

Episode 306: The Dwight Sullivan process

Congrats to Dwight and the Stern Pinball team on their newest machine, The Mandalorian. I always enjoy talking with Dwight, so a few weeks ago, we chatted about his thought […]

Episode 305: Elizabeth Dronet

Houston is lucky to have this pinball fanatic. Hear about her pinball family & community, The Belles of Space City, Houston Arcade Expo and her exciting Upkickpinball.com. Happy Mother’s Day!

Episode 304: Fathom Revisited by Haggis Pinball

Damian Hartin has been busy shipping Celts, expanding his staff & warehouse, and now this! Hear the details on their remake of the classic Bally pinball machine Fathom. There are […]