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.
Jersey Jack Pinball will reveal Sonic the Hedgehog around June 23rd, 2026 with games ready to ship immediately
Barrels of Fun has expanded its facility with a new section and hired approximately 40 employees
Chicago Gaming Company and Play Mechanics' Halo pinball will be shown at Chicago Pinball Expo in fall 2026
Pinball roundtable participant; criticized for wearing New York Yankees hat; host implies they are friends
Pinball player and guest on The Flipside Podcast; location player with strong connections in pinball community; lives 20 minutes from Barrels of Fun facility; spouse is beekeeper
Co-host of JBS Show, streamer, operates/manages Eureka Heights arcade, plays pinball competitively
Co-host of The Pinball Roundtable/JBS Show, based in Cape Cod area
Co-host of JBS Show/Pinball Roundtable; podcast host; actively discussing industry politics, Twippies revival, and community dynamics.
Host of JBS Roundtable podcast
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The old joint started as an intended pinball bar but failed to secure a liquor license due to poor parking
Eureka Heights grew to 36-38 machines from a conversation between John Spades and Taylor at the old joint
The JBS Show has produced 13-14 roundtable episodes
Jack Danger is the best pinball streamer at combining engagement with gameplay
Four people have seen the unreleased Sonic pinball machine but are not disclosing details
Harry Potter by Jersey Jack is a good shooter but confusing in terms of code understanding
Batman pinball is a great game with excellent code by designer Lyman
The old joint pinball community grew from 6-8 people during early COVID to 24+ players in tournaments with a 200+ game collection.
Eureka Heights was founded by Taylor and John Spades after they both attended the old joint and decided to professionally route machines.
JBS Show uses Riverside.fm for video recording and experiences frequent audio quality issues that require full episode review before publishing.
Jack Danger is superior to all other streamers in combining audience engagement with competitive-level pinball play simultaneously.
Transformers pinball had a working transforming mech feature in development that was cut due to parts availability or production timeline issues.
Sonic pinball will use 16-bit retro art style design rather than movie-themed modern aesthetics.
Spooky Pinball should increase prices rather than expand production capacity to maintain scarcity and collector value.
Turner Pinball's undercarriage technology could interest Stern or JJP for acquisition due to efficiency advantages over traditional wire harness systems.
Yukon Yeti is the best-shooting Turner Pinball machine made to date.
Beetlejuice had 19 show machines at TPF with persistent long lines despite the quantity.
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.
Retro Ralph has approximately 2-to-1 higher fan recognition compared to Jamie Burchell at pinball events.
Portal will have long lines at Expo and organizers should only bring the add-on kit version
Dune had incomplete assets and licensing approval delays at launch
Cale is prioritizing Pin Pals podcast over Roundtable appearances
JBS Show recently relaunched and reached 700 subscribers
Portal add-on kit fundamentally changes gameplay by adding physical playfield elements to lower third
Portable LED lights should be banned from competitive pinball tournaments because they provide unfair advantage and negate dark game design
Greg Mose brought a light to Electric Bat Arcade and used it while playing Simbad against Jamie
Pinball is opposite of golf in terms of skill distribution—golf is body mechanics, pinball is timing
Jamie is taking a 1.5 month break from competitive pinball due to performance anxiety
Content creator from the JBS show; has visited Multimorphic and played Portal; reported positive impressions
Host of JBS show on YouTube where Cale Hernandez discussed Pokemon/Costco speculation
Public figure host of JBS show; Patreon subscriber to Poor Man's Pinball Podcast
Host of JBS Show Pinball Roundtable YouTube channel
Co-host of JBS Roundtable (also known as Clipwick), involved in various pinball community projects and call-in show production
Designer of Stern Pinball's Transformers: More than Meets the Eye; streamed live gameplay from Eureka Heights
Pinball content creator; hosted JBS call-in show where Orbital Albert attempted to call in; formerly associated with Wormhole
Custom pinball machine builder/modifier; performing special Kiss treatment similar to Harlem 100th anniversary edition work
Host of JBS Show, interviewer, podcast enthusiast, arcade player in Houston area
Host of JBS Show podcast, attended Expo for one day, experienced technical difficulties during episode
Guest on The Flipside Pinball Podcast; co-host of JBS Show and Roundtable podcast; not attending Stern Media Day due to work and weather constraints; attending TPF
Host of JBS podcast; hosts roundtable with Kale and Retro Ralph discussing Stern game quality
Host of Wormhole Pinball Presents podcast, co-host of this episode interviewing Nate Shivers
Host of Wormhole Pinball Presents podcast; interviewing Dalton
Co-host of Wormhole Pinball Presents podcast, tournament player from Houston area
Host of Wormhole Pinball podcast; co-founder of Wormhole; based in Houston, Texas; recently shaved his head; applied to TPN and was initially rejected
Operator of Wormhole Pinball venue/streaming platform in Austin; podcast host; organizes content and interviews; has significant streaming experience
Roundtable co-host; arcade operator with multiple locations; advocates for ending regular guest interviews on Roundtable format to preserve three-host dynamic
Host of Wormhole Pinball Presents podcast, operator/founder of Wormhole Pinball venue in Houston.
Host of Wormhole Pinball Presents podcast/interview series; co-host of JBS show; operates Wormhole Pinball arcade in Arizona
Host of Wormhole Pinball Presents podcast; co-founder/operator of Wormhole Pinball museum in Houston
Host of Wormhole Pinball Podcast, based in Arizona, manages broadcast infrastructure and tournament streaming
Host and public face of Wormhole Pinball, podcaster, Twitch streamer, entrepreneur. Previously co-hosted Lost Boys podcast about Celtic FC around 2007. Played competitive golf (5-7 handicap) before pinball. Voice of Pearland Railcats lacrosse team for five years. Owner of staffing firm with wife.
Host of Wormhole Pinball Presents and 'Arcades Across America' podcast series; owner of Wormhole Pinball arcade in Houston, Texas.
Host of Wormhole Pinball Presents podcast, based in Arizona, media production background, founder/operator of Wormhole arcade venue
Hosted Wormhole at Twippies; involved in award show production
Host of Wormhole Pinball podcast and Arcade Across America series; operator of Wormhole Pinball venue in Houston; organizer of TPPY Awards 2024
Friend of the show; host of Wormhole Pinball channel; presenter of Twippies award show with Retro Ralph
Formerly of the Wormhole pinball venue, upcoming guest on WAP episode 30; hosts plan to discuss his departure and future
Podcast host of JBS Show (formerly unknown show), content creator, arcade enthusiast from Texas; born 1973; operates/frequents multiple venues; known for long walks while listening to pinball podcasts; collaborated with Ryan Gregg (videographer/editor)
Recent guest on WAP episode 30; co-host of JBS Show; attended Stern Kong event in Elk Grove, Illinois; released Barrels of Fun game
Previously from Wormhole, now working on new pinball venture, attended Stern media day
Former Wormhole Arcade operator, now independent content creator hosting JBS Show podcast, launching Pinball Roundtables with Retro Ralph and Kale Hernandez, engaged in streaming content production.
Co-host of JBS Show/Pinball Roundtable; described as 'Diet Coke fanatic'; participates in Pokémon leaderboard discussion
Host of JBS Show/Pinball Roundtable, operator/proprietor associated with the Wormhole arcade in Houston, public figure in pinball community
Host of JBS Show/Arcades Across America podcast; longtime friend of Ko conducting this interview
Co-host of JBS Live and Retro Ralph; present at Texas Pinball Festival conducting interviews
Tournament participant, streamer, and primary speaker; struggling with multitasking demands at Eureka Heights tournament finals
Co-host of JBS Show roundtable, pinball content creator, hosted at Texas Pinball Festival
Host of JBS Live streaming show, tournament organizer and commentator at Eureka Heights
Attended TPF with Retro Ralph; interviewed by Orbital Albert; involved in pinball community events
Co-host of Pinball Roundtable and JBS Show; recruiter by profession; organizes pinball content
JBS Show host; visited Barrels of Fun factory; conducted conversations with industry figures including David Van Es and John Schwarz
Host of the JBS Show podcast, operator of pinball venues (old joint, Eureka Heights involvement), community content creator, podcast co-host with Kale and Ralph
Host of The JBS Show and Electric Bat Arcade podcast, location operator, community figure
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
Co-host of JBS Roundtable, pinball streamer/content creator, competitive player based in Houston
Guest on JBS Show Roundtable; pinball industry figure
Host of JBS Show and co-host of Pinball Roundtable podcast; participated in criticism of Kooluris's negativity and Patreon unsubscribe
Co-host of JBS Show (700 subscribers), Roundtable podcast participant, Wormhole Pinball operator, content creator, competitive player
Host of JBS Show podcast; operator of Wormhole Pinball arcade venue; competitive pinball player; interviewed Joe Ciaravino at Expo October 2024.
Host of JBS Show; operator/co-host running Wormhole Pinball; pinball player ranked 4,300 globally; spouse of Mike Dus (restoration content creator)
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.
JBS Show co-host; longtime Stern partner and evangelist who recently experienced policy shift on distributor pricing and attempted transition to direct sales
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
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.
Likely Mike's wife or household member; played test game on Jurassic Park during restoration; heard noises from Corey's delivery
Companion/associate who traveled with Mike to tournaments and vacation; played pinball at Mont-Tremblant hotel
Host's companion who obtained batteries for the Coleco Alien Attack
Brought home C batteries for testing vintage video games found with the Galaxy purchase
Partner/spouse of Mike; mentioned in domestic context
Appears to be Mike's companion/spouse, travels with him, featured in Iceland trip and provided workshop mat
Traveling with Mike to Iceland; mentioned as companion on trip
Person who assisted Mike Dus in removing Garbatron from car
Referenced as someone who will appreciate the Krispy Kreme donuts Mike won
Assisted with color selection design for cabinet using markers
Person living with Mike Dus; involved in searching for missing Ellie
Mike's wife, mentioned being picked up during video session
Previous owner of Barry the cat; expressing gratitude to Rob for adoption
Friend of Ralph's; attended Predator movie recently; provided nicotine alternative products; at Electric Bat playing Metallica Remaster
Pinball acquaintance Ralph discusses Star Wars teaser with
Co-host/contributor mentioned on Wormhole show; played King Kong with Cale and Serge
YouTube content creator who played Winchester Mystery House and alerted Serge about game's release
Texas pinball player; podcast host of JBS Show; ran into William at Houston Expo
TPF Awards organizer; discussed with Kaneda regarding reinstated art category
Operator at Wormhole Pinball; mentioned as going through 'crazy divorce' (unrelated to pinball content)
Stern Pinball engineer/spokesperson presenting Spike system
Content creator who left and convinced others (Kale, Retro Ralph) to unsubscribe from Kaneda's podcast over Barrels of Fun content
Associated with Dune pinball launch; had disagreement with Kaneda over launch strategy; signing back up for future collaboration
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