Don’s Pinball Podcast

Don's Pinball Podcast #266 – THE GOONIES ARE HERE! SLE REVEALED, RELEASE PARTY MADNESS & HELICOPTERS?!GOONIES NEVER SAY DIE! AND DON'S PINBALL PODCAST NEVER SLOWS DOWN!It's Episode #266, and WE ARE OFFICIALLY IN GOONIES WEEK, BABY!After a year of rumors, clues, speculation, and behind-the-scenes excitement, Spooky Pinball's THE GOONIES is finally ready for its big debut! And what better way to celebrate than throwing what might be the most outrageous pinball release party EVER?!Don is coming in HOT after joining Cary Hardy and the Spooky crew for a livestream packed with new information about The Goonies. We're breaking down everything we can finally talk about, including the newly revealed SLE, production numbers, ordering opportunities, and some incredible gameplay features.🏴‍☠️ THIS WEEK'S TREASURE MAP:🔥 THE GOONIES IS REAL, AND IT'S ALMOST HERE! – The hype is reaching critical mass! Don shares his excitement about the game, the newly revealed details, and why he believes this could be one of Spooky's greatest achievements.💎 THE GOONIES SLE REVEALED! – Only 85 Special Limited Editions! We're talking exclusive artwork, powder coating, toppers, upgraded finishes, and the unique opportunity for existing buyers to win an SLE upgrade. Could this become one of the most collectible modern pinball machines?💰 HOW CAN YOU STILL GET A GOONIES? – Missed the initial ordering window? Don explains the possibilities through PinballStar, Spooky Pinball, distributor allocations, and show games. There may still be hope!🎯 PHYSICAL BALL LOCKS ARE BACK! – Four flippers, widebody construction, and some seriously exciting mechanical features. Don explains why physical ball locks matter and how Spooky continues to embrace the mechanical magic that makes pinball special.🎉 THE BIGGEST PINBALL RELEASE PARTY EVER?! – Thursday, November 12, is going to be INSANE! We're bringing the party to Don's house before heading to the Spooky Pinball factory, where guests will get to play Goonies machines before the official launch!🎬 AN EXCLUSIVE EARLY TRAILER REVEAL! – Party guests will see The Goonies trailer a full day before the public. Food, friends, pinball, surprises, and an unforgettable night with the community!🚁 WAIT... HELICOPTERS?! 🎮 MODS, SHOOTER RODS & MORE! – Don has updates on his custom shooter rods and mods for Winchester Mystery House and Bon Jovi. Orders are shipping, and more are available!❤️ THE PINBALL COMMUNITY IS WHAT MAKES THIS SPECIAL! – You don't need to own every new game to enjoy pinball. Make friends, visit arcades, attend shows, and share the hobby. That's what this is all about!And if you can't make the party in person, we're planning a way for you to join the fun virtually and interact with the crowd!This isn't just another pinball release. It's a celebration of everything that makes this hobby incredible.❤️ SUPPORT DON'S PINBALL PODCAST ON PATREON!Want to help keep independent pinball media alive and support more incredible community events, giveaways, and experiences?Join the Don's Pinball Podcast Patreon family! Your support helps make all of this possible, and Patreon supporters get special consideration for our awesome giveaways and opportunities.👉 https://www.patreon.com/donspinballpodcast📧 GET IN TOUCH WITH DON!Attending the Goonies release party and interested in helicopter rides? Have questions about the event? Want a custom shooter rod or pinball mod? Have news, rumors, or feedback for the show?📩 [email protected] Don's Pinball Podcast on Spotify, Facebook, and Patreon!LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE, AND TELL YOUR PINBALL FRIENDS!We're building something special here, and every single one of you is part of it.GOONIES NEVER SAY DIE!BE COOL!#DonsPinballPodcast #Pinball #TheGoonies #GooniesPinball #SpookyPinball #PinballPodcast #GooniesNeverSayDie #PinballCommunity #PinballNews #PinballRumors #PinballMods #PinballCollectors #PinballLife #PinballReleaseParty #PinballStar

Don’s Pinball Podcast #265 – THE GOONIES ARE COMING! Spooky Pinball Release Party & Patreon Giveaway!HEY YOU GUYS!!! THE GOONIES ARE COMING!The teaser is finally here, the excitement is building, and Spooky Pinball's upcoming THE GOONIES pinball machine has the community buzzing!In episode #265 of Don's Pinball Podcast, we're talking all about the upcoming Spooky Pinball Goonies Release Party and an incredible opportunity for our Patreon supporters to be part of the fun!We're breaking down the Patreon drawing, how to enter, the rules, and what you need to know for your chance to join us for this unforgettable experience.But this episode is about more than just a new pinball machine or a giveaway. It's about the people who make this hobby so special.The friendships, the laughs, the excitement of a new game reveal, and the experiences we get to share together are what make the pinball community unlike anything else. I'm incredibly fortunate to be part of it, and genuinely honored to have the opportunity to bring experiences like this to all of you.Whether you've been supporting the podcast for years or just recently discovered the show, thank you for being part of this crazy pinball adventure!In this episode:The Spooky Pinball Goonies release party!Our Patreon drawing and the official entry rulesBreaking down the excitement following The Goonies teaserWhy this release is shaping up to be something specialCelebrating the friendships and experiences that make the pinball community amazingSUPPORT THE SHOW & JOIN THE FUN!Become a Patreon supporter and help make these incredible community experiences possible!🎯 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/donspinballpodcast📧 Questions, comments, or just want to talk pinball? [email protected] huge thank you to our sponsors Mad Pinball and Kingpin Games for supporting Don's Pinball Podcast!GOONIES NEVER SAY DIE!#DonsPinballPodcast #TheGoonies #GooniesPinball #SpookyPinball #Pinball #PinballPodcast #Patreon #PinballCommunity #GooniesNeverSayDie

Spooky and Kooky are ruling my life right now. See what I mean in this laid back friday episode!

Don's Pinball Podcast #263 – Pinball Expo 2026: The Drama, The Games, and The People!Pinball Expo 2026 is in the books, and WOW, do we have a lot to talk about!Buckle up, because episode #263 is a MONSTER! Coming in at nearly an hour long (that's about 2–3 times my usual rambling), we're breaking down everything from one of the biggest weekends in pinball. New games, industry drama, surprise announcements, rumors, incredible homebrews, and most importantly, the people who make this hobby so much fun!First up, let's talk about the elephant in the room: MULTIMORPHIC.There's no shortage of controversy surrounding Multimorphic and the P3 platform, and the rather tepid reception to their newly announced Dungeon Crawler Carl game certainly didn't help matters. We're digging into the drama, the reactions, and what it all means for the company going forward.But that's just the beginning! We're covering all the major manufacturers and their Expo showings:American Pinball – Taking home Best Booth honors and putting on a fantastic showing with Cirqus Voltaire! Is American Pinball finding its groove?Barrels of Fun – Bon Jovi continues to impress, and of course, we've got some juicy rumors about what might be coming next!Stern Pinball – Checking in on the industry's biggest player and everything they brought to Expo.Jersey Jack Pinball – The latest from JJP and their presence at the show.Turner Pinball, HEXA, and Spooky Pinball – Rounding out the manufacturer news with plenty to discuss!And we can't forget the HOMEBREW AREA, which continues to be one of my favorite parts of Expo! We're talking about some truly impressive creations, including Attack on Titan, Coming to America, and Beastie Boys. The creativity and passion coming out of the homebrew community are absolutely incredible.But here's the real highlight of Pinball Expo 2026: THE PEOPLE.As much as we love the games, the reveals, and even a little industry drama, it's the friendships, conversations, laughs, and incredible people that make this hobby special. A huge thank-you to everyone who stopped to say hello, hung out, shared a drink, talked pinball, or just made the weekend unforgettable. YOU are what makes Pinball Expo worth coming back to year after year.So grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy an extra-large helping of Don's Pinball Podcast. We've got a LOT to unpack!

🎸 DON'S PINBALL PODCAST #262 – PINBALL EXPO 2026: NEW GAMES, BIG SURPRISES & BON JOVI ROCKS THE SHOW! 🎸Pinball Expo 2026 is here, and we're diving headfirst into all the excitement, new releases, and incredible homebrew creations!This episode is PACKED with pinball goodness as we break down some of the biggest games making waves at Expo!🔥 Stern's AC/DC Remake – Back in Black! We're talking about the return of this rock-and-roll classic and what it brings to the table.🎪 Cirqus Voltaire from American Pinball – The circus is back in town! We discuss the revival of this legendary Bally/Williams title.🎸 Bon Jovi from Barrels of Fun – One of the standout games of the show! We're talking about the music, the presentation, and why this one deserves your attention.🛠️ The Homebrew Scene Is on Fire! – We shine the spotlight on two exciting projects, Coming to America and Attack on Titan, and the creativity that makes the homebrew community so special.From major manufacturers to passionate independent builders, Pinball Expo reminds us why we love this hobby. We've got opinions, excitement, laughs, and plenty of pinball talk!SUPPORT THE SHOW!🎯 Join the Don's Pinball Podcast Patreon for bonus content and to help keep the show rolling!👉 https://www.patreon.com/donspinballpodcast📧 Questions, comments, rumors, or just want to talk [email protected]📱 Follow Don's Pinball Podcast on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram for more pinball coverage, unboxings, reviews, and livestreams!OUR SPONSORS🎮 Mad Pinball – Looking for your next pinball machine? Contact [email protected] for new game orders!🕹️ Kingpin Games – For P3 machines and modules, contact [email protected] for listening, and KEEP FLIPPING!#DonsPinballPodcast #PinballExpo2026 #Pinball #BonJoviPinball #BarrelsOfFun #SternPinball #ACDCpinball #CirqusVoltaire #AmericanPinball #HomebrewPinball #AttackOnTitan #ComingToAmerica #PinballCommunity