Flip N Out Pinball Podcast

Greg has apparently mastered his first magic trick: the disappearing act.

With Greg off on vacation, Ken is flying solo this week with a packed episode of the Flip N Out Pinball Podcast.

Then Ken gets a little more thoughtful about something that came up this week: what does it actually mean to be a valued customer?  Price and discounts are easy to see, but there's a whole lot of value in a good distr...

With the final months of 2026 upon us, Ken and Greg break out the crystal ball and take a look at what the pinball industry might still have up its sleeve before the year comes to a close.

The guys start with the reaction to Stern Pinball's Fallout before working their way around the industry, talking production schedules, rumored titles, possible remasters, upcoming releases and what we could see from Stern, Jersey Jack Pinball, S...

American Pinball has officially pulled back the curtain on its reimagining of the Bally classic Cirqus Voltaire!  Ken and Greg take a first look at both the Classic and Ringmaster Editions, break down what's new, talk pricing, features, artwork, and that wild interactive topper, and share their initial reactions to this new chapter for American Pinball.

Classic or Ringmaster? Let's talk about it.
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Ken and Greg are back from a road trip to Spooky Pinball, and while there are plenty of things they can't talk about just yet, they can at least say they left Benton with smiles on their faces.

The guys recap the trip, talk about what's happening behind the scenes at Spooky, give some love to Luke and the crew, and revisit ...

Three new games. Two days. Plenty of opinions.

This week we're catching up after one of the wildest stretches the pinball industry has seen all year. We dive into the launches of Dungeon Crawler Carl, Ender's Game, and Bon Jovi, discuss why some first impressions completely changed after seeing the games in action, recap the buzz coming out of Gen Con and Southern Fried Gaming Expo, and touch on Sonic's momentum, new annou...

Barrels of Fun has officially revealed Bon Jovi Pinball, and before the game makes its public debut, we sat down with Founder, CEO, and Game Designer David Van Es, along with Prototype Engineer Luke Underwood, to learn the story behind the machine.

In this interview, David and Luke discuss:

• How Bon Jovi became Barrels of Fun's next title
• The creative...

Welcome back to another episode of the Flip N Out Pinball Podcast!

This week, we find ourselves cruising straight into what may be the Pinball Bermuda Triangle...a place where rumors, speculation, and "inside information" seem to disappear, reappear, and somehow change every time someone tells the story.

With Dungeon Crawler Carl rumors heating up, we discus...

Sonic the Hedgehog has officially arrived from Jersey Jack Pinball, and we're sharing our first impressions!
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In this episode of the Flip N Out Pinball Podcast, Ken Cromwell and Greg Bone take a deep dive into Sonic the Hedgehog Pinball, discussing the Ar...

Ken and Greg provide a complete overview of the newly announced Tales of the Arabian Nights Remake from Pedretti Gaming, discussing the Legacy and 30th Anniversary Editions, pricing, production numbers, modern enhancements, and their first impressions of one of pinball's most beloved titles returning to production.

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This week on the Flip N Out Pinball Podcast, Greg Bone and Ken Cromwell discuss the games, rumors, and trends that are shaping the second half of the year in pinball.

The guys share a recent visit to Jersey Jack Pinball and discuss the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog (official release date is 6/23/26), including why the theme could appeal to a much broader audience than traditional pinb...

Episode 24 of the Flip N Out Pinball Podcast is packed with industry chatter, rumors, reactions, and real-world pinball discussion from Greg Bone and Ken Cromwell.

This week, the guys break down the public reaction to Stern Pinball's new Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye release, including early impressions, player feedback, theme integration, gameplay discussion, and whether th...

Welcome to a special edition of the Flip N Out Pinball Podcast!  Today, Ken Cromwell and Greg Bone dive into the exciting details of the new Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye pinball game machine.  If you're a fan of pinball or the Transformers franchise, you won't want to miss this breakdown of the game's features and mechanics.

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Join Greg and Ken as they navigate the wild world of buying, selling, and trading pinball machines, where play counts matter, condition is everything, and marketplace conversations can spiral into pure comedy faster than a tilted multiball.

The guys share personal collecting stories, questionable trade offers, negotiating tactics, and some of the strange psychology that comes with t...

Ken and Greg break down the latest rumors, upcoming releases, and the strategies behind game reveals and marketing.  From potential titles at Stern Pinball, Jersey Jack Pinball, Spooky Pinball, and more, to the bigger picture around remakes, licensing, and community influence, ...

Join Ken Cromwell and Greg Bone as they explore the fascinating world of space themes in pinball, conspiracy theories about the moon landing, and the latest updates in the pinball industry. This episode offers deep insights, industry news, and creative ideas for future pinball machines.

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Ken and Greg break down each manufacturer at Texas Pinball Festival, discuss the biggest surprises, and share their advice and predictions.

The Flip N Out Pinball Power Rankings return, featuring the five hottest games and products at Flip N Out Pinball this week.

As always, thanks for listening and being part of the Flip N ...

Ken and Greg share their first impressions of Turner Pinball's latest release, Yukon Yeti. With only 500 units available worldwide and a base price of $9,999, what does this game bring to the table, and does it deserve a spot in your game room?

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In Episode 19 of the Flip N Out Pinball Podcast, Ken Cromwell and Greg Bone dive into some of the best Pinball Life Hacks shared by the community. From moving machines to maintenance tips and little tricks that make the hobby easier and more enjoyable, we highlight some clever ideas from pinball players across the comm...