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Jamie Burchell

personactive34 mentionsFirst seen Jun 24, 2015Last seen Mar 27, 2026

Profile

Jamie Burchell is a prominent pinball content creator, podcaster, and operator who co-hosts the JBS Show podcast alongside Ralph and others. Based at Wormhole Pinball, Jamie is a tournament player, streamer, and community organizer involved in competitive and recreational pinball spaces while also managing personal restoration projects. Over time, Jamie has evolved from competitive pinball focus to emphasizing fun-based engagement, and maintains involvement in multiple pinball media and community initiatives including TPF Awards organization.

Aliases

JamieJamie from WormholeJamie from Wormhole

Relationships

  • works_atWormhole PinballOperator and co-host at Wormhole Pinballmedium
  • affiliated_withRetro RalphCo-host and collaborator on JBS Show and roundtable discussionsmedium
  • affiliated_withTPF AwardsOrganizer of TPF Awardsmedium
  • affiliated_withKanedaPodcast collaborator with history of disagreements and reconciliationmedium

Facts

  • affiliationSpouse of Mike Dushigh
  • attributeTexas pinball playerhigh
  • roleHost of JBS Show podcasthighfrom 2025
  • rolePinball content creator and streamerhighfrom 2025
  • roleCo-host of Pinball Roundtable discussionsmediumfrom 2025
  • roleTPF Awards organizerhighfrom 2024
  • roleStern Pinball engineer and spokesperson

Claims (15)

  • opinionhigh

    Spooky Pinball should increase prices rather than expand production capacity to maintain scarcity and collector value.

    Source: TPF 2025 event discussionPNP 670- TPF Recap With Jamie Burchell of The JBS Show + The Round Table
  • predictionmedium

    Turner Pinball's undercarriage technology could interest Stern or JJP for acquisition due to efficiency advantages over traditional wire harness systems.

    Source: Relaying unnamed industry executive's observationPNP 670- TPF Recap With Jamie Burchell of The JBS Show + The Round Table
  • opinionhigh

    Yukon Yeti is the best-shooting Turner Pinball machine made to date.

    Source: Hands-on play experience at TPFPNP 670- TPF Recap With Jamie Burchell of The JBS Show + The Round Table
  • factualhigh

Recent Mentions (34)

  • Co-host of The JBS Show and Round Table podcast with Retro Ralph and Kale Hernandez; attended TPF 2025 for fifth time since 2019; recent career transition to full-time employment from part-time pinball work

    PNP 670- TPF Recap With Jamie Burchell of The JBS Show + The Round TableMar 27, 2026
  • Co-host of JBS Roundtable, pinball streamer/content creator, competitive player based in Houston

    Pinball Roundtable LIVE - in Tempe, AZSep 5, 2025
  • Guest on JBS Show Roundtable; pinball industry figure

    Updated Pokémon Pinball Production Schedule; Winchester Update, Free Sonic; Barrels of Fun RumorsFeb 20, 2026
  • Host of JBS Show and co-host of Pinball Roundtable podcast; participated in criticism of Kooluris's negativity and Patreon unsubscribe

    Imaginary HatchetsAug 11, 2025
  • Co-host of JBS Show (700 subscribers), Roundtable podcast participant, Wormhole Pinball operator, content creator, competitive player

    Episode 43: The Pinball Expo Hype Show w/Jamie!Oct 3, 2025
  • Host of JBS Show podcast; operator of Wormhole Pinball arcade venue; competitive pinball player; interviewed Joe Ciaravino at Expo October 2024.

Contradictions

  • Existing: Jamie is listed as a JBS Show host/co-host in multiple episodes (23, 24, 25, 26, 27)vsConflicting: Mention 27 states Jamie is the host while mentions 24, 25, 26 identify other individuals (Melissa Lummus, Pirate Princess Jess, Rachel Ristow) as co-hosts or podcast members without Jamie explicitly named
    Unresolved
  • Existing: Jamie is referred to with he/him pronouns throughout most mentions and is identified as Mike Dus's spousevsConflicting: Mention 11 explicitly states 'Mike's wife' suggesting Jamie may use she/her pronouns
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Jamie Burchell is a person associated with Wormhole Pinball as an operatorvsConflicting: Mention 2 claims Jamie is a 'Stern Pinball engineer/spokesperson presenting Spike system' in 2015
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 2, 2026

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high
from 2015
  • roleOperator at Wormhole Pinballhighfrom 2025
  • statusLeft Kaneda's podcast and convinced others to unsubscribehighfrom 2025-07
  • statusHad disagreement with Kaneda over Dune pinball launch strategyhighfrom 2025-08
  • Beetlejuice had 19 show machines at TPF with persistent long lines despite the quantity.

    Source: TPF floor observationPNP 670- TPF Recap With Jamie Burchell of The JBS Show + The Round Table
  • opinionhigh

    The homebrew section at TPF 2025 was the largest and best-curated to date with contributions from Fast Pinball, Erica's Pinball Journey, Fliptronic, Mystery Theater Pinball, and Dirty Pool.

    Source: TPF event attendancePNP 670- TPF Recap With Jamie Burchell of The JBS Show + The Round Table
  • opinionmedium

    Retro Ralph has approximately 2-to-1 higher fan recognition compared to Jamie Burchell at pinball events.

    Source: Personal observation at TPFPNP 670- TPF Recap With Jamie Burchell of The JBS Show + The Round Table
  • opinionmedium

    Portal will have long lines at Expo and organizers should only bring the add-on kit version

    Source: Jamie discussing P3 strategyEpisode 43: The Pinball Expo Hype Show w/Jamie!
  • factualmedium

    Dune had incomplete assets and licensing approval delays at launch

    Source: Jamie describing early code stateEpisode 43: The Pinball Expo Hype Show w/Jamie!
  • opinionmedium

    Cale is prioritizing Pin Pals podcast over Roundtable appearances

    Source: Jamie discussing podcast dynamicsEpisode 43: The Pinball Expo Hype Show w/Jamie!
  • factualhigh

    JBS Show recently relaunched and reached 700 subscribers

    Source: Jamie's self-introductionEpisode 43: The Pinball Expo Hype Show w/Jamie!
  • factualhigh

    Portal add-on kit fundamentally changes gameplay by adding physical playfield elements to lower third

    Source: Jamie's technical assessmentEpisode 43: The Pinball Expo Hype Show w/Jamie!
  • opinionhigh

    Portable LED lights should be banned from competitive pinball tournaments because they provide unfair advantage and negate dark game design

    Source: JBS Roundtable episodePinball Roundtable LIVE - in Tempe, AZ
  • factualhigh

    Greg Mose brought a light to Electric Bat Arcade and used it while playing Simbad against Jamie

    Source: JBS Roundtable episodePinball Roundtable LIVE - in Tempe, AZ
  • opinionmedium

    Pinball is opposite of golf in terms of skill distribution—golf is body mechanics, pinball is timing

    Source: Jamie's analogy discussionJoe Ciaravino - “Dude Where’s My Code?” - Episode 56
  • factualhigh

    Jamie is taking a 1.5 month break from competitive pinball due to performance anxiety

    Source: Jamie's statement: 'I'm taking a break from competitive pinball I'm gonna take a month and a half off'Joe Ciaravino - “Dude Where’s My Code?” - Episode 56
  • Joe Ciaravino - “Dude Where’s My Code?” - Episode 56
    Mar 7, 2025
  • Host of JBS Show; operator/co-host running Wormhole Pinball; pinball player ranked 4,300 globally; spouse of Mike Dus (restoration content creator)

    Josh Roop - Loser Kid Pinball - Pinball and 2026 Predictions - Episode 84Feb 20, 2026
  • Co-host of JBS Show, pinball streamer and tournament player experiencing competitive anxiety; organizes Eureka Heights tournaments; struggling with anxiety about equipment transport, streaming setup, and tournament performance management.

    Rachel Ristow and the Anxiety of Competitive Pinball - Episode 72Sep 27, 2025
  • JBS Show co-host; longtime Stern partner and evangelist who recently experienced policy shift on distributor pricing and attempted transition to direct sales

    Pinball Roundtable Part - 11 with Retro Ralph and Cale Hernandez - Episode 77Nov 15, 2025
  • Co-host of JBS Show podcast; pinball content creator; tournament competitor in Houston area; works on roundtable discussions with Ralph and Kale; recovering from competitive pinball mindset

    Pirate Princess Jess - Episode 76Nov 12, 2025
  • JBS Show host, streamer, podcaster, pinball player shifting to fun-focused rather than competitive play due to anxiety and stress. Plans to play less competitive pinball while maintaining recreational engagement.

    Melissa Lummus - Pinball in 2026 - Episode 81Jan 6, 2026
  • Likely Mike's wife or household member; played test game on Jurassic Park during restoration; heard noises from Corey's delivery

    Part 7: 1997 Sega Jurassic Park The Lost World. Fixing the egg & LED time!Dec 25, 2025
  • Companion/associate who traveled with Mike to tournaments and vacation; played pinball at Mont-Tremblant hotel

    Part 10: 1997 Sega Jurassic Park The Lost World. Finishing Touches!Jan 24, 2026
  • Host's companion who obtained batteries for the Coleco Alien Attack

    Testing a 1981 Coleco Alien Attack Electronic Handheld GameFeb 2, 2026
  • Brought home C batteries for testing vintage video games found with the Galaxy purchase

    Led Zeppelin 1 of 1 whitewood ;) Pinball Pick up Adventure!Feb 2, 2026
  • Partner/spouse of Mike; mentioned in domestic context

    Part 15: 1985 Pinstar Gamatron Project! Cabinet & Body Unite! First Game!Oct 2, 2025
  • Appears to be Mike's companion/spouse, travels with him, featured in Iceland trip and provided workshop mat

    Part 10: 1985 Pinstar Gamatron Project! Connector finished. Time to test the Solenoid driver board!Sep 18, 2025
  • Traveling with Mike to Iceland; mentioned as companion on trip

    Part 9: 1985 Pinstar Gamatron Project! The unhacking begins!Sep 10, 2025
  • Person who assisted Mike Dus in removing Garbatron from car

    Part 7: 1985 Pinstar Gamatron Project! Garbatron cabinet is finished!Sep 9, 2025
  • Referenced as someone who will appreciate the Krispy Kreme donuts Mike won

    The Grasley Garage! South Park, Barracora & Donkey Kong Jr action!Sep 4, 2025
  • Assisted with color selection design for cabinet using markers

    Part 3: 1985 Pinstar Gamatron Project! Cabinet & Playfield progress!Aug 27, 2025
  • Person living with Mike Dus; involved in searching for missing Ellie

    Part 4: 2008 Stern Batman Pinball Finished! Art Blades, apron cards & gameplay!Aug 19, 2025
  • Mike's wife, mentioned being picked up during video session

    Part 1: 1985 Bally Cybernaut Pinball Project. Set up and inspection!Nov 21, 2025
  • Previous owner of Barry the cat; expressing gratitude to Rob for adoption

    A day of Pinball Adventures & I take Barry to his new home!Dec 18, 2025
  • Friend of Ralph's; attended Predator movie recently; provided nicotine alternative products; at Electric Bat playing Metallica Remaster

    Episode 41: Star Wars Pinball Delayed?! The Truth About Licensing & Expo Hype!Sep 7, 2025
  • Pinball acquaintance Ralph discusses Star Wars teaser with

    Episode 40: Star Wars Teaser Trailer Disappointment - It's my cousins fault!!Aug 28, 2025
  • Co-host/contributor mentioned on Wormhole show; played King Kong with Cale and Serge

    The Electric Bat Cast Presents :: Pinpals Episode 1Sep 5, 2025
  • YouTube content creator who played Winchester Mystery House and alerted Serge about game's release

    The Electric Bat Cast Presents ::Pinpals Episode 6 :: Winchester Mystery HouseOct 14, 2025
  • Texas pinball player; podcast host of JBS Show; ran into William at Houston Expo

    EP10 Sterling & WillDec 15, 2025
  • Content creator who left and convinced others (Kale, Retro Ralph) to unsubscribe from Kaneda's podcast over Barrels of Fun content

    Kaneda Sunday Morning SpectacularJul 7, 2025
  • TPF Awards organizer; discussed with Kaneda regarding reinstated art category

    Saturday Morning Spectacular - December 21Dec 22, 2024
  • Operator at Wormhole Pinball; mentioned as going through 'crazy divorce' (unrelated to pinball content)

    Episode 1138 FREE SHOW: "Is Star Wars Selling? Why Beetlejuice Will Be So Hard To Get"Sep 19, 2025
  • Stern Pinball engineer/spokesperson presenting Spike system

    Stern Pinball: Spike Electronics SystemJun 24, 2015
  • Associated with Dune pinball launch; had disagreement with Kaneda over launch strategy; signing back up for future collaboration

    Kaneda's Pinball Podcast Saturday Morning Spectacular! August 2Aug 3, 2025
  • Existing: Jamie operates Wormhole Pinball and is a content creator/player (mentions 2, 5, 6)vsConflicting: Jamie is a Stern Pinball engineer presenting technical systems (mention 3)
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Jamie is a Texas pinball player and podcast host of JBS Show (mention 4)vsConflicting: Jamie is a Stern Pinball engineer/spokesperson presenting Spike system (mention 3)
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Jamie Burchell is a pinball operator at Wormhole Pinball and content creator (mentions 3, 5, 6, 7, 27)vsConflicting: Jamie Burchell is identified as a Stern Pinball engineer/spokesperson presenting the Spike system in 2015
    Expert: merged definition Expert: merged definition
    Resolved
    merged · Mar 2, 2026