Backbox Pinball Podcast

In this episode, we speak with Jessica Thaxton, founder of the Jackson, MS Belles & Chimes chapter and 2022 Texas Takedown winner. We get to chat about the pinball scene in Mississippi and have an amazing time! Belles and Chimes Jackson (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1255297728212765) Dirty South Pinball Club (https://www.facebook.com/groups/328503201209324)

With over 20 years in the Pinball industry, join us as we chat with CC Castaneda. She shares stories of her adventures as a TD, Player, organizer, Tech, and more. https://www.backboxpinballpodcast.com/101 https://www.facebook.com/ocbellesandchimes/ https://captainsauctionwarehouse.com/ https://www.twitch.tv/captainsauction

We've only just begun! It's the 100th episode and Rebecca and I talk about where we started and where we're going. Thank you to all our listeners and supporters. WE LOVE Y'ALL!!!

Join us as we talk to Lynn Crouch and her amazing journey in Virtual Pinball. We learn about Lynn's projects, her experiences on Twitch and what she's working on next. https://www.twitch.tv/lynnindenver

Join us as we learn about the Barcelona pinball scene with Esther Montero and Raul Hernandez. Spain is a must-visit on our pinball travels and we hope yours is too! Socials: Instagram: arcade.cat Twitch: asociacionARCADE Website: https://www.arcade.cat/es/somos-a-r-c-a-d-e/ Twitter: @ArcadesCat Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008213107211

We are so fancy from Texas to Massachusetts - join us as we break down our trip to the Pintastic Expo in Sturbridge, MA. We saw friends, played some Toy Story, lost IDs, went to a cheese party, saw John Borg sing some Rush.....and we answered the question, did Lauren get a lobster roll? https://pintasticnewengland.com/ Pintastic YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1hsYk9HhlG9AxvS2IgaUkA)

We are back y'all! We missed you SO MUCH! We talk about the amazing new hires at Stern and NPR #teamladybosses Then we get a bit personal - more us, less pinball (19:00 - 45:00) Also, are Lobster Rolls the Tamales of the North? Trigger Warning: Violence, Uvalde Shooting, divorce Links: Get you Knives sharpened here: www.districtcutlery.com A list of ways to help and donate to the Uvalde Community: https://www.npr.org/2022/05/25/1101161673/how-to-help-uvalde-school-shooting PINTASTIC!!!! https://pintasticnewengland.com/

Rebecca talks about her birthday getaway to Milwaukee for the Midwest Gaming classic. She also made a quick trip to the windy city and met up with some friends of the show! https://www.midwestgamingclassic.com/ https://www.pinballlife.com/ https://www.gallopingghostarcade.com/ Recorded May 3, 2022

In this episode, we talk to the amazing Sammie Bacon. She shares her journey through pinball with us and the fun things she is working on with her twitch stream, Triad Pinball. https://www.twitch.tv/triadpinball Recorded May 9, 2022

In this episode we chat with Jorge and Eloisa Mesa, who had an idea to open a Pinball arcade in an old high school. It worked and became The Hangout Pinball Lounge! They share with us their journey of being arcade owners and what they are up to next. They have a billboard now, y'all! https://www.thehangoutpinballlounge.com/ https://www.midwestgamingclassic.com/ Barry Oursler GoFundMe (https://www.gofundme.com/f/barry-oursler-memorial-fund?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer) Project Pinball Hot Wheels Raffle (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCTDqEFdndE) Womens Tournment at District 82 (https://district82.com/event/ladies-flip-wi/) https://www.zappconfam.com/ Sponsors https://www.districtcutlery.com/ (Listen to the Episode for the 25% off Sharpening services promo code) https://www.4evertheflip.com/

In this episode we speak with Kaydee and Olivia Helm, the creative forces behind Outpost Kodelia. They are passionate about Home Brews and game design. Listen as they talk bout their most recent project, Dukes of Hazard and what they have planned next. https://www.facebook.com/outpostkodelia https://pinside.com/.../forum/topic/ninjacamp-mods/page/4... Barry Ousler Memorial Tournment (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/barry-oursler-memorial-tournament-tickets-295384822957?fbclid=IwAR38K0FM0meAL8Ihgkyfi2J_Ue7mFFRniNWFI0oXo030bHCzibyMTkU49VY) Barry Oursler Memorial Benefit- Hot Wheel Playfield by American Pinball Raffel (https://projectpinball.rallyup.com/barry-oursler-memorial-benefit-hotwheels-playfield/Campaign/Details?fbclid=IwAR0WPIPkF1EuuPIubj1gnRTtTuBBHSXJ0muX0CmcHfuQcwC_9RU-7mYTVq0)

In this episode Lauren and Rebecca give a recap of their experience at the Texas Pinball Festival in Frisco Texas. There was pinball, sequins, cats and more! The pinball hangover is real! https://texaspinball.com/tpf/ Red Carpet Segment: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1437879558 TWIPYs: https://youtu.be/IGtFc2CMkw4 (We are presenting at 1:46:30) Marco Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImnKD5SGExM (We are at the 2:21:12 mark) Sponsor: www.districtcutlery.com

We sit down with one of Stern's newest employees and Austin Belle, Taylor Bancroft. We chat about her journey into pinball and her experience getting hired by the world's largest pinball company. www.sternpinball.com www.texaspinballfestival.com www.mircoplayfield.com www.projectpinball.com https://www.wisetrailer.com/ https://www.facebook.com/texasgamersloungeaustin/ https://www.4evertheflip.com/ Eco Death options: https://recompose.life/

In this episode we talk with puzzle creator and author, Stephanie Lesser. She is the creator of "101 Pinball Puzzles" available through Amazon. We talk Weird Al, our new sponsor, and the big question for crossword enthusiasts! Stephanie's Book https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09P8L7VXM?ref=pe3052080_397514860 Do you need a fancy Pen? https://www.theonlinepencompany.com/ Weird Al's Musuem of Natural Hilarity Pinball Machine https://www.multimorphic.com/store/p3-game-kits/multimorphic-game-kits/wamonh/ Backback Pinball Podcast is brought to you by our Sponsor, District Cutlery (https://www.districtcutlery.com/)! Go buy some knives!

If anyone was going to have a pinball theme it should be Weird Al. The team at Multimorphic have created one of the coolest pins about a musical icon. Join us as we break down Weird Al's Museum of Natural Hilarity with super fan and friend, Tracy Abrahams. https://youtu.be/qRMXck8HDx8 https://www.multimorphic.com/store/p3-game-kits/multimorphic-game-kits/wamonh/

We have a fun INDISC recap with our corespondent, Julie Dorssers! We chat about her experience at INDISC, the new venue in Riverside and other fun things. Team Canada for the win! https://www.neverdrains.com/2022/playerIndex.php Videos of Events (Thanks Karl!): https://www.twitch.tv/iepinball/videos https://www.ifpapinball.com/zach-mccarthy-wins-1st-major-championship/ DMD Crafts on IG: @staceystellarstitches https://www.yegpin.com/ https://banff.ca/ (Its crazy pretty)

In this special episode we talk with clinical psychologist, Dr. Sara Rose Danesi about mental health and suicide awareness. If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or call 911 immediately. National Alliance on Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/home Dr Danesi's website/blog: https://fiteaddiction.com IG: @fiteaddiction

In this episode we sit down with the talented and multi-faceted woman, Reby Hardy. She wears many hats besides designer; Mom, Wife, Twitch Partner, Model and former wrestler among others. Join us to hear about her journey into Pinball, game design and why we need more ladies designing machines! https://hardypinball.com/ https://www.twitch.tv/househardy https://www.gameroompinball.com/ IG: @rebysky TWIP Ferris Bueller Deep Dive (https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/revealed-ferris-buellers-day-off-pinball-by-brian-soares-and-reby-hardy-interviews-pics-and-more/)Flipper Foxtrot Rhythm Explosion (https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/flipper-foxtrot-rhythm-explosion-revealed-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-code/) Remembering Lyman Sheets (https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/rest-in-peace-lyman-sheats/)

In this episode we talk to Jack and Laura Danger. Jack tells us about his new gig with STERN PINBALL and we talk to with Laura about her efforts to address the subjects of Domestic and Emotional Labor. https://www.twitch.tv/deadflip Jurassic Park the Pin Q & A with Jack (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dz86Vig7Gns)https://www.tiktok.com/@thatdarnchat?lang=en https://linktr.ee/thatdarnchat Troop 6000: https://www.girlscoutsnyc.org/en/whatgirlsdo/gs-troop-6000.html It's Cookie Time (Troop Beverly Hills): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrxJiBOpu60

We are honored for an opportunity to celebrate the life of Marc Mandeltort, founder of Marco Specialities. Join us as we remember Marc and hear stories of the business he built and pinball family he created. (Part 2 of 2). Our special guests include: Paul Mandeltort, Son of Marc and Vice President of Marco Pinball Marco Ramirez, General Manager Steve Midgette, Marco Teams Lead & the real wizard of Marco Pinball Imoto Harney, Marketing Director https://www.marcospecialties.com/control/main https://www.youtube.com/marcopinball https://www.facebook.com/marcospec