This Week in Pinball is a pinball industry newsletter and media outlet founded around 2016-2017, primarily operated by Colin and Jeff Patterson. The publication serves as a major news source covering licensing announcements, game rumors, industry developments, and community events, and is notably known for organizing and publishing the annual Twippies awards (a community recognition ceremony). The publication has evolved to include podcast content, subscription-based features, and integration with the broader Kineticist media ecosystem.
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Chicago Gaming has been shipping Medieval Madness (Merlin Edition) for a while
A 2026 release is setting records out of the gate
Jaws and Harry Potter both hit big sales milestones
Pokémon is Stern Pinball's first 2026 release
Pinball industry news and tracking publication/platform that monitors domain registrations for game announcements
Mentioned as source of Deep Root scheduling and news; Robert Mueller references it as industry information source.
Pinball media/news outlet; publishes Moving Units tracker, tournament coverage, game reviews; announced site rebuild and new subscriber features
Pinball industry publication; Colin Patterson contributes to it
Pinball media outlet; Colin from Kineticist contributes to publication
Source publication maintaining the Moving Units sales tracker
Pinball news/media outlet that Colin contributes to; part of broader Kineticist media ecosystem
Expert: merged definition Expert: merged definition
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Beetlejuice's actual shipping timeline extends into 2026
The 2025 TWIPY format was deliberately restructured from a bloated multi-category/sponsor model to a stripped-down seven-category format focused on game design
TWIPY viewership and vote totals were down from prior years due to fewer categories and video production format vs. live broadcast
Domain registrations revealed 9 potential upcoming pinball machine titles
Grateful Dead is one of the 9 rumored pinball machine titles
Roger Rabbit is one of the 9 rumored pinball machine titles
Domain registration monitoring is a reliable method for discovering unreleased pinball games
This Week in Pinball is offering 25% off annual subscriptions through December 7
The Twippies decision to remove media award categories was made by multiple committee members, not a single individual.
Permanent exclusion of past winners will eliminate possibility of same person winning every year and bring more variety
Chris Koulouris was told harassment/threats complaints were reason for category removal, not eligibility disputes
This Week in Pinball and Twippies Awards are now completely separate organizations
The This Week in Pinball database was subsequently entirely removed after Hardy inquired about targeting
TWIPI (Colin and Will) deliberately removed Kaneda's show from the searchable database and voting records as retaliation
Every rule change at TWIPI in recent years has been designed specifically to prevent Kaneda's show from winning awards
This Week in Pinball (TPN) removed Chris Kooluris from Twippy Awards database after 6 years of recognition
Only 25.87% of approved judges were TPN members, contrary to narrative of TPN bias
Funhouse 2.0 and Cactus Canyon Remake were included in Twippies categories despite being remakes
The Twippies voting process removes a significant number of duplicate/fraudulent votes each year through committee review
Twippies Awards voting uses ranked choice voting system allowing voters to select favorite and second choice
Pinball Arcade was the number one most-viewed beginner guide post on TWIP for an extended period
This Week in Pinball created a Pinball Promoter's Database for reviewing content providers
The 2024 This Week in Pinball Twippy Awards were successfully executed as a live stream at a pinball show
This Week in Pinball reached one million views in 170 countries
Munsters Pro is on the production line at Stern Pinball with photos confirming production status.
The Twippies awards started last year and will continue with expanded categories separating sound and call-outs for 2025.
This Week in Pinball requires 30+ hours of weekly work to compile news and website content
This Week in Pinball founder spends approximately 30 hours per week on the newsletter
This Week in Pinball's podcast was cancelled after one episode due to workload maintaining website quality
This Week in Pinball serves as the primary industry news source comparable to the Wall Street Journal for pinball
Pinball media outlet to which Colin contributes
Pinball industry newsletter where Colin Palmer contributes and previously speculated about Barrels of Fun announcements
Pinball industry newsletter referenced in article for prior coverage of OBX incident and related developments
Pinball industry newsletter and media outlet with which Colin is affiliated
Pinball industry newsletter/media; Colin contributes
Pinball media outlet; Colin contributes to this publication.
Pinball industry newsletter; provided earlier reporting on OBX incident and IFPA response; Colin (article author) contributes to the publication
Pinball industry newsletter; Colin contributes; likely covered OBX incident in original reporting
Pinball media outlet that Colin contributes to; referenced as a major industry news source
Pinball media outlet that previously reported on Spike 3 cabinet changes in Walking Dead Remastered
Pinball industry news and media outlet to which Colin contributes
Pinball news publication; Colin (Kineticist author) contributes to it
Pinball industry newsletter/media outlet; Colin is a contributor; covered American Pinball activity prior to acquisition announcement
Pinball industry newsletter and media outlet; Colin contributes to the publication.
Pinball media outlet that Colin contributes to
Pinball news and analysis publication. Mentioned in author Colin's bio as a contributor.
Pinball industry newsletter and media outlet; Colin contributes to the publication
Kineticist's pinball news publication; organizer of the 2025 TWIPYs
Pinball industry newsletter/media outlet; Colin contributes to it alongside his Kineticist work
Rob Rath served on TWIPY Awards committee for 2024; Colin (author) contributes to TWIP
Media organization that presents the Twippies awards and made decision to cancel live ceremony.
Competing podcast; host has industry connections that leaked confirmation of Pulp Fiction and Beatles licenses
Pinball media outlet run by Jeff, reported on JJP October reveal
Pinball news publication cited by hosts for coverage of Guardians of the Galaxy, Deep Root, and Highway Pinball
Pinball news podcast; Jeff attended Texas Pinball Festival
Podcast/media platform where Pinball Junk Drawer is listed; hosts direct listeners to rate show there
Pinball podcast; featured Poor Man's Podcast guests discussing clear coat chemistry; hosts Dennis Kriesel and others; Ron suggests they invite Bruce
Podcast on which Ron and Bruce both appeared during their Slam Tilt hiatus; Bruce noted Ron's episode was 'very good'
Pinball media outlet; host mentions listening to their Team Up podcast
Jersey Jack machine; Electric Bat received replacement unit due to original's mechanical issues; still has glitches preventing tournament use
News/content site acquired by or merged with The Kineticist; Colin Alzheimer is editor
Podcast/content property originally created by Will and Jeff; acquired by Colin at low price; now source of controversy over false credit claims
Media/award body running Twippies; criticized for Fathom ballot omission
Organization that produces and presents the Twippies awards
Pinball media outlet; host congratulates them on reaching one million views in 170 countries
Pinball news website and podcast with hosts Zach and Jeff; releasing content Monday/Tuesday; featuring guests like Dennis Kriesel
Pinball media outlet; published Deep Root facility tour article; hosts industry interviews
Competing pinball media outlet; hosts mentioned as having reported on third side project pin speculation alongside Head to Head Pinball Podcast
Pinball news/interview podcast hosted by Colin; Ken Cromwell appeared two weeks prior to discuss Jersey Jack release schedule
Pinball news/interview podcast where Ken Cromwell recently appeared as guest
Pinball news media outlet run by Jeff Patterson; abbreviated as TWIP; produces weekly pinball industry coverage
Weekly pinball news and updates source, mentioned alongside Pinball News as contemporary media
Podcast/media outlet by Jeff Patterson, collaborating on unreleased game reveal
Podcast hosted by Jeff Patterson; episode with Jeff was recorded and uploaded during TPF
Pinball news podcast that ran segment with multiple podcasters discussing industry news drought
Pinball news site operated by Jeff Patterson; conducted interview with Robert Mueller about Deep Root's revised launch timelines
Pinball podcast/media coordinated reveal timing with Special When Lit and Straight Down the Middle
Pinball podcast; Zach provided deep dive coverage of Rick and Morty reveal with music/outtakes
Pinball news and media outlet; organizer of Twippies awards; run by Jeff Patterson with involvement from Greg Bone
Organization that hosts the Twippies awards; separate from Twippies committee per Will's clarification; faced harassment campaigns.
Pinball news website (thisweekinpinball.com); editor Jeff attempted one-episode podcast before cancelling due to workload
Pinball podcast and news source; mentioned for Chicago Gaming and licensing news reports
Pinball news and media organization that reported American Pinball/Oktoberfest confirmation.
News source cited for Stern/Godzilla, Team Pinball/Mafia, and other industry updates
Pinball media/podcast organization, hosts Twippies awards, Jeff (Pinball Profile host) edits content, covered Beatles artwork discussion
Pinball industry podcast/media outlet; primary source for Deep Root timeline documentation and historical records cited in this episode
Pinball podcast hosted by Zach Minney; subject of criticism for unconventional tournament and Hoops opinions
Pinball media outlet; published detailed article/deep dive on Deep Root games after Monday's failed launch; revealed list of upcoming titles including Fire and Brimstone and Food Truck
Media outlet coordinating Fathom Revisited launch coverage with Haggis and Planetary Pinball; praised for coordinated announcement execution
Pinball media outlet providing game breakdowns and industry coverage
Website featuring promoter's database with listings of streamers, marketers, and podcasts; URL: thisweekinpinball.com
News source referenced for pinball industry updates; Twippies awards mentioned
Pinball news outlet that published Kingpin remake announcement on March 15, 2018; cited by Kaneda as source document proving 5+ year delay.
Pinball news and analysis website; sponsor of show; credited for detailed Avengers coverage
Industry news publication/website; host references for tournament and event information; mentioned as source for Twippies details and home to Pinball Party podcast
Pinball news website (thisweekinpinball.com) that sources news for podcasts
Pinball news/information website (thisweekinpinball.com); Ron and Bruce reference it for cabinet images and game details
Expanded name for TWIP podcast; referenced as media asset Macho may target
Pinball podcast that has shut down, listed among three closures
News aggregation site operated by Jeff Patterson, published multiple times per week
Weekly pinball news show hosted by Zach Meny, source for Twippies voting and industry updates
Pinball news/analysis outlet; published deep dive article on The Mandalorian game by Jeff Patterson
Pinball industry news show hosted by Jeff Patterson
Pinball media publication; Kaneda claims his Labyrinth scoop was not attributed to him despite Jason Knapp crediting Kaneda elsewhere
Podcast that first showed Deep Root's prototype in November 2019; source of initial game footage
Pinball industry news/summary site run by Jeff Patterson; promoted as friend of the show
Pinball news/discussion platform; host Jeff Patterson shares high school connection with Jeremy Packer.
Mentioned as Friends of the Podcast; media/content outlet; hosted by Jeff Patterson
Pinball news podcast that entered hiatus due to sponsorship disclosure/FTC regulatory issues; historically viewed as unbiased resource
Pinball industry newsletter and media outlet covering licensing, game rumors, industry developments. Founded ~2016-2017, recently transitioned leadership from Jeff Patterson to Will Oetting who now handles weekly content, voting, and Twippies Awards.
Publisher of Twippy Awards; Zach references successfully streaming award show live despite initial community skepticism
Industry media outlet; referenced in context of industry news coverage (appears to be corpus noise artifact)
Industry news publication; Jeff from This Week in Pinball appears in chat during stream
Mentioned in closing segment, industry publication
Industry newsletter/media outlet; mentioned multiple times throughout episode (appears to be transcription artifact)
Mentioned multiple times as news source; appears to be inserted as template artifact in transcript
Pinball news and media outlet; mentioned as content source; Twippies Awards mentioned
Referenced in context of hypothetical Xbox Live subscription model; mentioned regarding community reach
Industry media and awards organization; hosts annual Twippies awards where host predicts Foo Fighters will win best animations for first time Jersey Jack doesn't sweep category
Pinball industry news and media outlet, source of news discussed on Slam Tilt
Mentioned by Kaneda as a comparison to his own podcast in terms of providing balanced coverage of the industry
Pinball industry media outlet; referenced multiple times in the podcast
Industry media outlet, mentioned regarding coverage of Haggis/company situation
Pinball news and commentary podcast; organizes Twippies Awards; Kaneda names as one of three essential podcasts alongside own show and The Pinball Show; expresses mutual respect despite competitive dynamic
Pinball media outlet criticized by Kaneda for allowing manufacturers to maintain platform without accountability
Industry media/newsletter mentioned multiple times; appears to be integrated into corrupted/glitchy transcript sections
Referenced as podcast in context of 90s discussion; broader pinball media/community engagement
Pinball industry media; referenced multiple times in transcript; appears to be network for Don's podcast
Pinball news outlet and awards ceremony, referenced as benchmark for industry coverage
Industry news outlet; Colin works there; covered John Wick rumor discussion
Pinball industry newsletter and media outlet; now operating under Kineticist umbrella. Organizes annual Twippies Awards. Founded around 2016-2017; now transitioning to Colin Patterson's leadership.
Pinball industry news outlet; organizes Twippies Awards; mentioned in context of industry coverage and award show timing
Industry media outlet referenced in Jon Hey's sign-off; likely associated with Twippies Awards
News and awards organization, referenced as major industry news source
Mentioned as publication; context suggests Kaneda references it but the specific relevance is unclear in transcript
Facebook group where player feedback about location quality is shared publicly
Publisher of Twippies Awards; Kaneda critical of their voting website's lack of product images and suggestions for improving category structure
Pinball industry newsletter and news source referenced for industry updates
Pinball industry media outlet; referenced as resource for pinball history and research
Industry news source; Kaneda references 'This Week in Pinball' in context of detailed production numbers and insider information; implied as source for manufacturing intel
Pinball industry media outlet; host references their monthly top 10 list approach as comparison for his annual ranking
Pinball industry newsletter/media outlet; organizes Twippies Awards; mentioned multiple times in context of award shows and voting
Pinball industry media outlet; mentioned in context of community narratives and accountability
Pinball news outlet; Kaneda references interviews and news coverage, mentions Twippies Awards
Industry media; mentioned as source of game announcements and coverage
Industry media outlet; referenced as source of narrative control; implicitly involved in sentiment-setting alongside Kaneda's podcast
Awards/community recognition referenced; voting deadline mentioned
Industry news outlet mentioned in context of pinball community discourse
Awards show referenced; Kaneda predicts American Pinball game will win best art
Industry newsletter; organizing Twippies Awards; awards ceremony venue selection discussed
Industry news source mentioned as source of 007 announcement information alongside Pinside
Media outlet; recently involved in Twippies Awards controversy; operates as collaborative creator group
Pinball media outlet mentioned in context of awards and industry coverage
Referenced as comparison for Patreon paywall content strategy
Industry news source; expected to cover D&D reveal on Tuesday (Jan 2, 2025 implied)
Pinball news outlet; mentioned in context of Twippies Awards and translite fulfillment obligations
Mentioned as competing content source; Kaneda notes TWIP not covering pipeline rumors despite their industry access
Organization that presents annual Twippies Awards; referenced as industry award body
Pinball industry newsletter/media outlet; published details of VIP tour findings; Jeff Patterson cited as primary author of coverage
Media outlet mentioned in passing by host as reference point for industry standards
Mentioned as part of producer network and community
Referenced multiple times in transcript (appears to be ASR errors in original)
Pinball industry media outlet partnering with Don on content and sponsoring his attendance
Podcast publication operated by Don; receives industry announcements and insider information
Pinball industry media outlet; mentioned contextually in corrupted transcript sections
Industry media outlet; referenced as part of podcast opening; associated with Twippies Awards; mentioned in context of news reporting
Industry news outlet; referenced multiple times in podcast; Kaneda appears to be critical of certain editorial decisions or coverage
Media outlet and sponsor of Free Play Florida tournament
Referenced multiple times in transcript as transcription artifact/placeholder; appears to be incorrectly inserted into dialogue
Referenced multiple times in corrupted transcript segments
Industry media outlet, Kaneda notes their enthusiasm for X-Men as indicator of community passion
Hosts 2021 Twippies Awards ceremony scheduled for end of March, criticized for omitting Texas Pinball Festival from voting categories
Referenced for community sentiment on dream themes and game discussion
Mentioned at episode close as reference point for industry coverage; competitive industry media landscape
Industry newsletter; referenced in context of credibility and prior rumors about Stern's pipeline (Venom, James Bond, Jaws)
Media outlet; mentioned in context of code updates and game features; Kaneda may be referencing podcast crossover or newsletter mentions
Media outlet organizing CoinTaker Tailgating Party where American Pinball will tease next game; co-organizer of Pinball Expo announcements
Industry organization/media outlet that received sponsorship support from Deep Root Pinball
Pinball industry news and media publication founded by Jeff Patterson, serves as primary news source, and initiated the Twippies Awards concept
Pinball news media source (sponsored by Poor Man's Pinball Podcast); hosted official ReplayFX liquidation letter
Pinball news source; posted TMNT leak photos May 26; Parnell initially shared via link, which was taken down
Website providing Twippies results, percentages, honorable mentions, and links to full show; preferred by both hosts over Pinside for informative content
News outlet; mentioned as sponsor/partner; operates by Jeff Patterson covering pinball industry news
Primary news source cited for all major pinball industry stories; sponsors the podcast's news segment
Pinball industry news source, mentioned as podcast sponsor and news source, runs polls and Twippies awards
Pinball news and podcast website; source cited for pinball industry news
Podcast that featured Zach Sharpe and Greg as hosts with singing segments related to pinball machines.
News source/sponsor for Poor Man's Pinball Podcast; provided stories on Deep Root Pinball, Project Pinball, and Stern's Led Zeppelin tease
Pinball news source mentioned as sponsor and content reference
Podcast that featured interview with Cassandra Peterson about Elvira's House of Horrors (Premium Edition)
Pinball news source; sponsor of Poor Man's Pinball Podcast
Pinball news outlet; picked up Keith Elwin quote about game pipeline from Loser Kid Podcast interview
Pinball news and podcast source; credited as source for industry news covered by Poor Man's Pinball.
Pinball industry news website providing news items discussed on Poor Man's Pinball Podcast
Pinball news podcast/media outlet; recently became official sponsor of Poor Man's Pinball Podcast
Pinball podcast featuring Greg Bone discussing Raza pricing and valuation
Pinball news podcast/site hosted by Jeff Patterson; shared Deep Root Pinball announcements
Pinball news source; hosts recommend checking for Alien gameplay, Guns N' Roses updates, and Roger Sharpe interview
Pinball industry media/streaming network that Mystery Pinball Theater 3000 is affiliated with, featuring multiple shows and award recognitions
Referenced via logo on stream; Manu mentions attempting to win X-Dreams sponsored by This Week in Pinball
Referenced as publication that hosts support
Pinball industry news outlet that recently changed podcast format to be more news-focused and less opinion-based
Partner organization for Don't Panic Flip merchandise (t-shirts)
Contest where MPT won Pin Stadium lights as a prize
Pinball podcast that recently ended; was one of George's primary podcast sources
Pinball news/podcast source; George cited as reporting TNA audio/remix updates
Pinball news/media outlet; tweeted TMNT rumor; George references their article summaries
Pinball news outlet run by Jeff; frequently cited by hosts as source for breaking industry news
Pinball news/media outlet that reported on Scorebit-Jersey Jack integration
Weekly podcast/news source by Colin; SDTM acknowledges it as superior weekly news coverage; provides exclusive manufacturer interviews
New pinball news website launched by Colin (10-D); well-organized with Pinball 101 educational section; praised for production quality
Pinball industry news website and media platform; basis for Twippies Awards concept
Podcast hosted by Tommy Skinner and Taylor Reese; focused on pinball industry news and commentary
Pinball news outlet; Kaneda states it's been superseded by Naps Arcade as primary industry news source
Industry media outlet; Kaneda credits Jeff for covering his James Bond speculation; requests future credit for leak origination
Pinball industry news website; released Roger Sharpe action figure in limited run of 100 units
Pinball industry podcast where Greg Bone appeared to discuss Deadpool first impressions with other community figures
Pinball news podcast; reported on American Pinball developments and industry news
Podcast mentioned by host at end of video
Media outlet organizing TWIPY Awards
Pinball news and content aggregation website/newsletter founded by Jeff Patterson, now includes podcast with rotating hosts.
Pinball industry newsletter/media outlet; Jeff (presumably Patterson) collaborating with SDTM on Expo seminar
Pinball podcast/news outlet conducting questionnaire interviews with prominent pinball figures
Media outlet and award organizer now operating separately from Twippies Awards; announced major structural changes
Pinball news/database platform; removed Kaneda from database, then removed entire database; historically neutral industry resource now seen as degraded
Media outlet; source of RAZA images and official interviews referenced by Hardy as context for understanding prototype status
Pinball news/media source whose interviews Hardy repackaged as discussion video content.
Pinball media/podcast; conducted collaborative first impression ranking of Stranger Things
Pinball news/media outlet that received exclusive Heist coverage with HD photos and detailed specifications
Pinball podcast where Jeff Patterson is host; helped relay Pinside status information
Podcast providing deep dive coverage on Mandalorian pinball
Source of Halloween credits and production information shared by Hardy
Pinball media outlet that broke Ferris Bueller's Day Off announcement with interviews and pictures
Industry news outlet providing deep-dive coverage and inside information; going on hiatus with Patterson
Website referenced for game specs, images, and official information
Media outlet covering pinball news; published coverage of Haggis Fathom Revisited announcement (referenced by Hardy as source).
Pinball media outlet conducting community polls on Venom acceptance; corroborates Pinside rejection data
Pinball news publication offering 25% off annual subscriptions through Dec 7
Website hosting Deep Root documentation; published concerns about Raza's pin armor coating quality (orange peel effect)
Pinball news website that conducted exclusive tour with six VIPs and published detailed technical documentation of Deep Root innovations
Created the Pinball Promoter's Database allowing community members to review content providers
Pinball news podcast undergoing platform transition; Hardy notes it needs minor audio adjustments.
Sponsor and presenter of the 3rd Annual Twippy Awards; produces weekly pinball news, exclusive game reveals, interviews, and conducts $1,000+ monthly giveaways with multiple industry partnerships
Pinball news compilation website (thisweekinpinball.com) and podcast; founded by Jeff; curates highlights from multiple pinball media sources; hosts Twippy Awards
Publication where Ted Finlay wrote articles on pinflation; publicized pinballprices.com
Pinball news outlet covering Expo announcements and press releases
Media outlet running Twippies awards; website thisweekinpinball.com hosts results
Pinball news publication; sponsored by Deep Root; primary source for official Deep Root statements and reveal details; Colin McAlpine works there
Pinball news publication that ran sponsored post revealing Orion's Belt; also running guessing games about Oktoberfest photos
Pinball news website run by Jeff; recently had a major facelift; described as 'the main conglomeration of news' and most comprehensive pinball news source in the hobby.
Pinball news podcast/publication; published Dennis's beginner's guide on pinball designers; edited by Jeff
Pinball media outlet that conducted two interviews with Robert Mueller; covered Deep Root announcements and webinar
Pinball media outlet running inaugural Twippy Awards
Major pinball news source, conducted initial Deep Root Pinball interview
Pinball news and interview show; broke the Pinball Expo split story with Rob interview
Pinball news publication run by Jeff Teolis; published deep dive article on Deadpool; Dennis guest-hosted episode 10 and has written articles for them
Pinball news and content publication; Dennis is contributor; provided Beatles information and Spike system details
Weekly pinball news outlet; published Deep Root Pinball interview described as bold and legalistic; recommended resource for concise pinball industry updates.
Pinball news publication; cited as source for Iron Maiden feature details and summary.
Pinball news outlet providing detailed Venom breakdown with photos, rules information, and tier comparisons; referenced by Dennis as source material
Pinball news publication; comprehensive Highway Pinball collapse coverage including timeline and reporting of ex-employee claims
Pinball news publication that confirmed Deep Root pricing details through direct inquiry
Pinball news media outlet; founder Jeff Teolis; recently launched fundraising with voluntary donations and sweepstakes including Deep Root machines as prizes
Weekly pinball news blog by Jeff Teolis; inspired podcast version with Straight Down the Middle; podcast discontinued after episode one
Pinball podcast hosted by Jeff with guest hosts (Tony guest hosted); covered Godzilla drama transcription from Spooky Pinball Podcast
Twippies awards organization, established eligibility rules being discussed
Pinball news/media outlet (TWIP); recently launched promoter database for rating podcasts, streamers, YouTube channels; positive community reception
Pinball news and media publication; featured deep dive article on TMNT announcement with high-quality photos
Pinball news/media outlet; published deep dive article on Hot Wheels; referenced as model for coordinated reveals
Pinball podcast co-hosted by Dennis and Zach Minney
Dennis appeared on this podcast last week to discuss ideal clearcoat solution (populated playfield replacement)
Pinball news podcast hosted by Jeff Patterson; published detailed Twippies vote breakdowns on Pinside forum
Pinball media outlet; published deep dive analysis of P3 Heist with video documentation
Pinball news publication that covered Deep Root Pinball interview during pandemic quarantine period
Pinball news outlet where Dennis has published articles previously; publication entity with release schedule
Pinball industry podcast; Dennis discussed Stranger Things topic with Zach Minney on show
Published First Look article with images and interviews about Raza Dazal
Pinball news podcast; discussed Elvira and Dutch Pinball updates; hosted by Zach (assumed Zach Manny or similar)
Pinball news podcast where host does market trend segments; reached 75 shirt sales threshold
Pinball news podcast hosted by Zach Menney, won multiple Twippies awards
Podcast/media outlet; Tony published article on Milestar Electronics with link in show notes
Pinball news outlet; featured Suncoast Pinball interview; plans to cover Ben Heck Monty Python remarks
Pinball news media outlet; reported Spooky's Killer Clowns discussion
Pinball news and media outlet reporting on Munsters production and Deep Root delays; hosting awards voting (Twippies) announced live at Texas Pinball Festival 2019.
Referenced for detailed breakdown and images of The Mandalorian specs; provides rules summary
Pinball news/media outlet; provided deep-dive coverage on Toy Story 4 announcement
Pinball media outlet providing deep dive articles on Halloween and Ultraman; source for playfield and rules details used by hosts
Pinball news podcast; Jeff announced hiatus in period covered by Episode 149
Pinball news media outlet run by Jeff Teolis; announced hiatus; involved in Deep Root Pinball sponsorship controversy
Pinball news publication/podcast run by Jeff; subject of FTC sponsorship disclosure discussion; clarification that Deep Root sponsorships were properly disclosed on YouTube videos but not website
Pinball news publication/podcast (TWIP); published Deep Root info dump after image leak; has deep dive on Ranger in the Ruins
Referenced for detailed photo breakdown and coverage of Avengers Infinity Quest announcement
Kineticist-run pinball news outlet; organizing Twippies return
Pinball news outlet that released deep dive coverage of Wonka with photos and rules breakdown
Pinball news and media outlet that published detailed article and prototype images
Partner providing Market Trends t-shirt giveaways and swag for PinQuest challenge.
Pinball podcast; Dennis is every-other-week co-host; hosts Jeff and Zach mentioned for market trends merchandise discussion
Pinball news and commentary show; Chris Haefer is co-host; covered by references in stream discussion
Pinball news podcast; Dennis from Eclectic Gamers is now co-host with Zach Menne on alternating weeks
Pinball media outlet used by Deep Root to selectively release launch details after failed event, following the leaked images
Media source providing Pinbar reference images
Pinball industry news publication run by Colin; organizer of Twippies awards alongside Kineticist and Wormhole Pinball
Formerly run by Jeff Patterson; provided premium subscriber content with confidential industry scoops; source of TMNT/Zombie Yeti leak incident.
Pinball news source; received Rick and Morty trademark leak one week before official reveal
Pinball news newsletter; founder spends 30 hours/week; recently celebrating anniversary; seeking patron support ($2-25/month)
Digital pinball news source; mentioned as source that Pinside users copy content from
Pinball media outlet; first reported Beatles pinball pricing information
Pinball news website run by Jeff; approached Blockade Pinball for digital pinball history article contribution
Pinball news aggregate site and sponsor; runs Twippies awards; Chris wrote historical article about Williams/Farsight/Zen licensing transition
Pinball news outlet; provided Godzilla imagery/specs to Blockade
Newsletter/news outlet operated by Colin (Kineticist); published this critical article as paid subscriber-only content
Publication/podcast where Dave Fix was interviewed regarding American Pinball and Joe Balser work methods
Source of Deep Root customer update email read on show
Pinball news and database organization run by Jeff (TWIP); publishes TWIPDB, industry updates, and Twip Talk discussion segments.
Pinball news and analysis publication; Zach wrote article about Spike systems approximately one year prior to this episode
TwipDB database used for podcast reviews/giveaway; earlier rumor item about Marvel project
Website/publication featuring rules deep-dive article on Hot Wheels by Jeff
Media outlet that created and administers the Twippy Awards
Pinball news publication; Jeff Patterson (host) attended school with 'Zombie Eddie' per Keith's comment
Weekly pinball news podcast; example of high-effort weekly content
Pinball news and media outlet; Colin Alshimer created a Discord community for pinball content creators
Referenced as primary news source that podcast hosts sometimes rely on for content
Referenced as source of Dennis Creasel's solid-state chronology article; hosts Pinball Promoters Database for podcast/stream reviews
Pinball news organization; maintains Twippies voting; hosts promoter database with positive review of Silverball Chronicles
Podcast/news organization, sponsor of Silverball Chronicles, hosts Twippies awards voting
Pinball news and media publication running the Moving Units analysis series
Pinball media/analytics organization that presents Twippies awards; distinct from Kaneda's Kudos Awards
Pinball news organization that hosts Silverball Chronicles' promoter database and provides revenue sharing
Pinball media outlet that launched the Pinball Promoters Database cataloging all pinball media sources
Pinball news podcast that covered Deep Root's announcements from early timeline; owner Jeff Patterson attended The Deep Six event
Pinball media outlet that runs the annual Twippies awards; represents existing awards ecosystem that Pinball Industry Awards complements
Publication that released controlled information dump about Deep Root products after leaked images, partially releasing Deep Six from NDA
Pinball news/podcast outlet; conducted Deep Root interview and Heist deep dive analysis
Pinball industry newsletter and media outlet that will announce voting details and event information
Industry news publication that featured Bash Pinball as podcast of the week; platform that amplified awareness of new podcast
Pinball news publication; placed second in favorite website voting; run by Colin/Kineticist; hosts Twippies voting and awards
Covered Spooky's Halloween/Ultraman release with screenshots of graphics and rule set comparisons; mentioned multiple times by hosts as news source.
News publication/podcast; provides breakdown of Mandalorian modes and features (referenced as TWIP)
Pinball media outlet that won Excellence in Pinball Writing award.
Pinball media; conducted questionnaire with manufacturers about coronavirus impact
Pinball news outlet; published article co-written by Robert Mueller explaining Deep Root's postponement and innovations; had reporter at Deep Root launch event
Pinball podcast; received early Willy Wonka game access and had episodes ready to air immediately upon coordinated reveal
Pinball news outlet that revealed pin bar feature before September demonstration
Industry news aggregation platform founded by Patterson; covers licensing announcements, game rumors, industry developments; organizes Twippies awards; supports 30-40 hours/week of work; funded through Patreon.
Pinball news podcast with host Zach; published Dennis's articles on competitive pinball growth, manufacturer guides, and design guides
Weekly pinball news and commentary podcast hosted by Jeff Patterson; recognized as doing full-time content work on top of day job; endorsed for support by Teolis.
Pinball media outlet cited as example of pinball journalism
Pinball news/media outlet where Ryan C. has appeared in interviews.
News/rumor outlet maintained by Jeff; Franchi and Teolis discuss its rumor reporting practices
Pinball podcast/news outlet (originally blog); now officially a podcast; participating in Trash Talker Invitational.
Pinball news/analysis podcast run by Colin McAlpine and Zach; organizes Twippy Awards; Marty respects their 40-hour weekly editorial commitment
Pinball news and updates podcast; praised by Orbital Albert as example of specialized format covering game launches and updates; featured banter between hosts.
Pinball news podcast/publication; sponsor of Silver Ball Chronicles; offers $2 monthly kickback
Pinball news source sponsoring Silver Ball Chronicles; mentioned as resource for industry coverage
Pinball news outlet mentioned as source; hosts promoters database; consulted by Silver Ball Chronicles for feedback
Pinball industry news outlet; sponsors Silver Ball Chronicles; hosts podcast on Patreon
Kineticist's news/media publication; mentioned as existing feature alongside the Hype Index.
Industry news source; published article on 'pinflation' phenomenon
Pinball industry publication; published VPX developer article on table creation and licensing
Pinball industry newsletter and Twippies organizer; database was taken down (reason clarified in conversation); subject of false narratives about positivity clauses
Pinball industry news and media outlet; referenced as 'go-to site for top five things going on in pinball'
Pinball news outlet; mentioned as source for industry information and Twippies awards
Pinball news source mentioned in sponsor/resource segment
Pinball industry newsletter and media outlet; Jeff Patterson releases Twippies voting percentages
Source of TMNT rumor leak one week prior to podcast episode
Media outlet that reported on Scott Wickberg's Harry Potter virtual pinball creation
Industry news/podcast outlet; hosted April Fools' coordinated prank with other podcasts
Editorial site and podcast co-hosted by Zach Minney and Jeff Patterson; provides up-to-date pinball industry information
Industry news outlet; covered clear coat discussions with Dennis and Zach prior to this episode
Podcast/news outlet that ended; Jeff Patterson took break from coverage during period of podcast consolidation
Weekly pinball news publication mentioned as podcast sponsor; Jeff hosts to keep community informed without drama
Original publication venue for this essay (September 3, 2025); implied relationship to Kineticist's evolution or predecessor
Pinball industry news publication that covered American Pinball's recent activity
Pinball industry newsletter where Kineticist speculated about Barrels of Fun announcement
Newsletter publication that conducted poll showing 61% community opposition to Star Wars: Fall of the Empire announcement
Industry newsletter that previously reported Spike 3 cabinet changes being introduced with Walking Dead Remastered
Referenced as providing concise summary of OBX incident and related community developments (Nov. 21 edition)
Newsletter acquired by Colin/Kineticist; runs on Beehiiv platform; part of integrated publication ecosystem
Newsletter published by Kineticist; mentioned as regular source for updates
Weekly pinball newsletter offered by Kineticist with 20% discount on annual subscriptions during Black Friday
Pinball news and media publication operating subscription model; published the article
Pinball industry news and analysis publication that monitors domain registrations for unreleased game rumors
Publication producing the Moving Units sales tracker
Independent pinball publication achieving 100+ paid subscribers; shifting to subscriber-supported editorial model for independence
Publisher of ongoing pinball industry sales tracking series
Source mentioned for Big Bang Bar announcement information
Pinball news and media outlet
Content source; presenter documenting custom pinball machine modification
Source publication/outlet that submitted the content
Source publication/media outlet
Content platform hosting the vault celebration stream
Content creator producing unboxing and pinball education videos; hosts Wednesday and Sunday night live streams
Podcast/media outlet hosting the discussion; organizing and broadcasting the Twippies awards
Newsletter edited by Colin covering pinball industry news
Original publisher of Twippies awards (founded ~2016-2017); ninth year of ceremony; Colin works there
Referenced indirectly through Twippies awards discussion; competitive podcast landscape context
Newsletter/media outlet where Jeff reported Expo split; described as creating 'can of worms' with broader implications
Newsletter providing industry news; referenced for Kingpin rules information
News outlet that broke the Deep Root game announcement with accompanying interviews; referenced as primary information source
Media source that published official Beatles game images; host Jeff mentioned as organizing photos
Newsletter that reported Godzilla licensing to Stern before official announcement
Runs annual Squippies awards; Twerpies are response/counter-awards from Head2Head crew
Pinball news publication; source of Jersey Jack title order rumors and Highway coverage
Referenced as source of industry news; hosts mention consuming content from podcaster panel at TPF
Newsletter source for Pinball Adventures machine announcement information