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Taylor Reese

personactive28 mentionsFirst seen Jun 6, 2015Last seen Nov 26, 2024

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Taylor Reese is a person mentioned in 1 episode(s).

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Claims (34)

  • opinionmedium

    X-Men's busy artwork appears less cluttered in person than in online photos

    Source: Taylor ReeseTryptophonic
  • factualhigh

    Taylor Reese attended Dory Kevin Hill and competed in C division, shooting 24 strokes in final round

    Source: Taylor ReeseShhh......
  • factualhigh

    Taylor's custom pinball rails production has been drastically reduced due to wood supplier mill shutdown during COVID

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast Season 2 Episode 1Season 2 Episode 1
  • opinionhigh

    Taylor no longer has desire to influence other players' opinions about pinball games

Recent Mentions (29)

  • Co-host of This Flippin' Podcast, art collector, friend of Ryan Claytor

    A Hunter's Tale with special guest Ryan ClaytorJan 7, 2022
  • Friend of show; ran Pinvasion tournament at Southern Fried Game Room Expo

    Episode 372 - Progress, 1967 Bally Boot-A-BallJun 16, 2016
  • Co-host of This Flippin' Podcast, played X-Men at Center of the Universe Brewery in Ashland, Virginia

    TryptophonicNov 26, 2024
  • Co-host of This Flippin' Podcast; designer of custom pinball rails; fine arts background (sculpture/painting); father of high school senior daughter; produces custom artwork and Instagram content

    Season 2 Episode 1Dec 28, 2023
  • Attendee at Allentown who took photographs at the event, including photo of child playing Multi-Bingo

    Episode 421 - Allentown Recap, Planned Changes, 1946 United Sea BreezeMay 10, 2018
  • EM/WPC pinball collector, River City Flippers league organizer, competitive player winding down serious competition in favor of casual play

    Episode 87 - Interview with Taylor Reese 5-31-15

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Source: This Flippin' Podcast Season 2 Episode 1
Season 2 Episode 1
  • factualhigh

    Taylor has a fine arts background including undergraduate sculpture and one year of MFA painting

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast Season 2 Episode 1Season 2 Episode 1
  • factualhigh

    I was kept under NDA about Drained until after my first playtest

    Source: Direct statement in podcastDrained!
  • factualhigh

    North End Pub now has 25 machines (approximately 18 Taylor's, 5 Mark's, 2-3 shared ownership)

    Source: Direct operator knowledge of own locationWorking on that PMA
  • factualhigh

    Ninja Turtles and Beatles are out-earning Godzilla at Taylor's location

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast, Episode 115ゴジラ
  • factualhigh

    Taylor received his Godzilla pro within the first week of shipping

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast, Episode 115ゴジラ
  • factualhigh

    Insider Connect is difficult to set up as an operator and has Wi-Fi connectivity issues

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast, Episode 115ゴジラ
  • factualhigh

    Recent code update made kaiju battle modes clearer and more understandable

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast, Episode 115ゴジラ
  • opinionhigh

    Keith Elwin's designs tend to cater toward higher skill-level players, which may limit casual appeal

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast, Episode 115ゴジラ
  • opinionhigh

    Godzilla offers significantly better ball flow than Keith Elwin's previous designs

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast, Episode 115ゴジラ
  • factualhigh

    Taylor Reese shipped 35-40 sets of custom rails in the last two weeks, including a dozen to High End Pins

    Source: Taylor ReeseBuyer Beware
  • factualhigh

    A Xenon vinyl album containing sound effects was released for Record Store Day

    Source: Observation of Clark's purchaseThe Nature Episode
  • opinionmedium

    Tron's playfield layout is based on Congo, not Funhouse flipped

    Source: Game design knowledge/opinionThe Nature Episode
  • factualhigh

    I did not receive any brand ambassador offers from pinball manufacturers despite taking a podcast break

    Source: Personal experienceThe Nature Episode
  • factualhigh

    Building a custom Stargazer requires approximately $4,000 in parts even before acquiring a base game

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast episode 110Falcon Crest is GO
  • factualhigh

    Taylor's pandemic experience was fortunate due to wife's work-from-home status and children's virtual schooling

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast episode 110Falcon Crest is GO
  • factualhigh

    Taylor has the most rails in production he has ever had

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast episode 110Falcon Crest is GO
  • factualhigh

    A fully restored classic Fathom costs approximately the same as a new Haggis Pinball machine

    Source: This Flippin' Podcast episode 110Falcon Crest is GO
  • factualhigh

    Taylor Reese has retired as co-host of Flippin' Out Pinball podcast

    Source: Ken CromwellEpisode 106: Farewell with Fondness
  • factualhigh

    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pinball has been shipped and released

    Source: direct statementIt is what it is.
  • factualhigh

    The Pinball Marathon event was cancelled and all participants were refunded

    Source: direct statement about venue operationsIt is what it is.
  • opinionmedium

    Elijah McClain was likely on the autism spectrum based on his behavior and responses

    Source: interpretation based on reading about the caseIt is what it is.
  • factualhigh

    Taylor Reese sold his Stranger Things pinball machine at the beginning of the pandemic

    Source: personal accountIt is what it is.
  • factualhigh

    Taylor lost 16 pounds in 30-34 days on the Whole30 diet

    Source: Taylor ReeseUpside Down and Out. EP 96
  • factualhigh

    Taylor Reese spent 30 minutes on his podcast arguing that drawing artwork based on existing statues is not original art

    Source: Christopher FranchiEpisode 77 – This Flippin Franchi
  • factualmedium

    Dennis Nordman's last full design work was Wonelli, with Elvira 3 currently in development at Deep Root but not yet released

    Source: Eclectic Gamers Episode 56Episode 56 - Taylor Talks Pinball
  • factualhigh

    Taylor experienced tilting and DQ from a classics tournament at the York show due to aggressive play on EMs

    Source: Taylor Reese personal tournament experienceEpisode 87 - Interview with Taylor Reese 5-31-15
  • factualhigh

    Taylor wants an EM with pop bumpers, spinners, and saucers rather than 2-inch flipper games

    Source: Taylor Reese stated preferences during EM recommendation discussionEpisode 87 - Interview with Taylor Reese 5-31-15
  • factualhigh

    Taylor is reducing competitive play focus in favor of casual enjoyment

    Source: Taylor Reese explicit statementEpisode 87 - Interview with Taylor Reese 5-31-15
  • factualhigh

    Taylor's first serious pinball engagement was in the early 1990s during college through Addams Family

    Source: Taylor Reese self-reportEpisode 87 - Interview with Taylor Reese 5-31-15
  • factualhigh

    Taylor Reese is 43 years old (turned 43 in February)

    Source: Direct statement by Taylor ReeseEpisode 87 - Interview with Taylor Reese 5-31-15
  • Jun 6, 2015
  • Host/contributor to Flippin' podcast, attended Multi-Bingo playtesting session, has prior experience with machine

    Episode 404 - Multi-Bingo Playtesting and 1947 Williams AmberSep 7, 2017
  • Co-host of This Flippin' Podcast, experienced competitive pinball player, recently completed Whole30 diet and fractured clavicle

    Upside Down and Out. EP 96Feb 5, 2020
  • Co-host of This Flippin' Podcast; teacher/educator; runs rail customization business for pinball machine parts; resumed production in September after summer break

    Buyer BewareOct 14, 2021
  • Filmed Nick's EM maintenance course at Richmond Pinball Collective; provided technical support for live streaming

    Episode 397 - Multi-Bingo Progress, Rocky Mountain Pinball Showdown, 1951 Universal 5 StarJun 1, 2017
  • Co-host of This Flippin' Podcast; local to Richmond, Virginia; has played Drained and was under NDA before the podcast; plays P3 machines; mentioned having a wife

    Drained!Nov 23, 2022
  • Co-host of This Flippin' Podcast, pinball enthusiast, currently in Michigan before returning to school, works at restaurant/hospitality

    It is what it is.Aug 5, 2020
  • Former co-host of Flippin' Out Pinball; has retired from the show but may return; lives 12+ hours from Cromwell; primary in-person meetups were at Pinburgh

    Episode 106: Farewell with FondnessNov 23, 2020
  • Co-host of This Flippin' Podcast; pinball enthusiast; discussions suggest Michigan location

    The Nature EpisodeJun 20, 2021
  • Co-host of This Flippin' Podcast, turned 50, primary operator of North End Pub location, has kids, coaches wrestling

    Working on that PMAMar 17, 2022
  • Co-host of This Flippin' Podcast, early adopter of Godzilla pro, operator/venue owner with pinball machines

    ゴジラDec 3, 2021
  • Co-host of This Flippin' Podcast, custom pinball rail manufacturer, collector, and game restorer; based on context appears to work from home with family during pandemic; runs high-demand rail production business sourcing materials and fulfilling orders via Pinside

    Falcon Crest is GOMay 13, 2021
  • Local EM/bingo player and podcast guest; recently entered VM (video machine) world; won competitive bingo tournament

    Episode 279 - My EM Happenings For the Week of 12-12-15Dec 15, 2015
  • Co-host of 'This Flipping Podcast' with Tommy Skinner; previously appeared on The Classic Pinball Podcast with Dave and Joel DeGuzman

    #25 Fathom The Classic Pinball PodcastFeb 4, 2020
  • Friend of Nick Baldridge; recently acquired a Gottlieb Super Soccer four-player EM machine; has own podcast called 'This Flippin' Podcast'.

    Episode 175 - Motor LubricationSep 2, 2015
  • Co-host of Flippin' Out Pinball podcast; absent from this charity-focused episode

    Sleep in Heavenly Peace Charity Bed Drive EpisodeDec 12, 2022
  • Co-host of This Week in Pinball podcast; attended Dory Kevin Hill in Colorado; casual pinball player preferring relaxed tournament formats like pin golf; manages Richmond Pinball Collective community

    Shhh......Sep 23, 2024
  • Co-host of This Flipping Podcast with Tommy Skinner

    America's Most Haunted Hype! #Pinball #Streaming 11/30/15Dec 1, 2015
  • Local Richmond player who cultivated house league; recruited Clark to competitive pinball after seeing his Medieval Madness photo on social media

    Between Two Sterns – Clark Fraley | Richmond Pinball Collective!Sep 21, 2024
  • Host of This Flippin' Podcast; guest hosted on Eclectic Gamers Podcast

    Episode 69 - The MEEP with a MouthAug 25, 2018
  • Owner/operator of Reese Rails, co-host of Flippin' Out Pinball podcast, pinball collector with 11 machines, known for vocal impersonations and custom rail manufacturing

    Episode 56 - Taylor Talks PinballFeb 26, 2018
  • Host of This Flippin' Podcast; guest hosted on Eclectic Gamers; recently lost father Robert to cancer (condolences expressed at podcast opening)

    Episode 68 - Pinball Drama the Pinball Machine!Aug 13, 2018
  • Host of This Flippin' Podcast; guest host on Eclectic Gamers in 2018

    Episode 78 - 2018 Year-End ReviewDec 31, 2018
  • Host of This Flippin' Podcast; publicly criticized Christopher Franchi's art methodology, arguing drawing from statues is not original art

    Episode 77 – This Flippin FranchiJan 21, 2019