Best Arcade Bar Podcasts (2026)

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Nostalgia is HOT in Las Vegas, Happy New Year | Ep. 301 22:24

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Send us a text Happy New Year! We are taking a tiny break, but wanted to share a TV show we did recently all about Nostalgia! It's so hot right now in Las Vegas and beyond. We have noticed that Las Vegas has really embraced that... from shows to attractions, everything old is new again. We will be back in 2026 with season 7 of the Vegas Revealed au…

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Episode 108 - Center Ramps 51:10

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Support the show and get access to our private discord: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast This whole episode is Alex trying to describe to the listener why there has never been a good center ramp in a pinball machine, and even the ones that you think are good, aren't actually center ramps (according to him). As always when discussing niche nerd topics, we…

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MICHELIN Guide Expands to Las Vegas, New Year's Eve Ideas, Forty Deuce Nightclub Returns, Changes at Virgin Hotels, Award-Winning Indian Restaurant Opens | Ep. 300 51:33

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Send us a text The MICHELIN Guide has expanded to the Southwestern part of the United States. That will include Las Vegas. We break down how it works. We have a bunch of New Year's Eve ideas for you!! Forty Deuce Nightclub is coming back to Mandalay Bay. We chat with founder, Ivan Kane. We also go up to "High Steaks Vegas" at the Rio and chat with …

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Episode 107 - Holiday Special 36:18

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Support the show and get access to our private discord server: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast For the first and probably only time, we bring you the Wedgehead Podcast Holiday Special! So, grab a cup of hot cocoa, and listen to us as we run down the best holiday games from pinball's past, what to buy for the pinhead in your life, and a good reminder of …

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Hillary Duff's Vegas Show, Hotel Rebrand, Cafe On The Strip Experience, Mariah Carey Christmas Show, Bottomless Spaghetti | Ep. 299 22:24

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Send us a text Hillary Duff announced shows in Las Vegas and she sold out immediately! She has added more dates. NoMad Hotel is getting a rebrand, soon. 90210 stars Brian Austin Green and Tori Spelling are bringing a 90's night to Voltaire. There's luxury coach bus that is doing tea time up and down the Las Vegas strip. They added a holiday experie…

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National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, 40 Years of Rodeo Action | EXTRA Ep. 298 9:02

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Send us a text Ten days of rodeo action starts now! Las Vegas is hosting NFR again and we have so much going on. There's entertainment, activations, experiences, food and hat pop-ups and more. We talk with Tracy Renk from the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. VegasNearMe App If it's fun to do or see, it's on VegasNearMe. Support the show Foll…

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Las Vegas Holiday Pop-Ups & Attractions, Carrot Top Interview, New Restaurants, NFR Week | Ep. 298 27:31

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Send us a text Prop Comedian Carrot Top celebrates 20 years at the Luxor! We talk to him about it. Plus, a few holiday pop-up attractions and bars you may want to check out in December. We head to the annual "Miracle on Spring Mountain" at the Sand Dollar Lounge. We also check out the Oasis Ice Rink at Fontainebleau. Did you know there's free admis…

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Episode 106 - Ballsaves: Pinball's Biggest Mistake! 46:09

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Support the show and receive a link to our private discord server: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast This week's episode has us exploring the history of the ball save in pinball, why it has grown bigger over time, and whether or not it was actually all a big mistake. But we do curse throughout the show...this is your warning. Support the show…

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Bonus Episode - Best Game Ever: JAWS 34:19

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Support the show, and join our discord by donating to: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast Former guest of the show, and video game designer Paul Michael Melio gave us this bonus episode to share on our channel with the first edition of BEST GAME EVER! Hear about why Jaws is Paul's favorite game of all time, and maybe why it should be yours as well. Warning…

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Wynn Staycation, Things to do with Friends in Las Vegas, New Kids on The Block Extend Residency, Vegas Travel Deals | Ep. 297 48:41

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Send us a text Dayna spends the weekend with 6 friends from her hometown in Las Vegas. They did a lot! She has a recap which includes Barry's Prime at Circa, Ocean Prime, Spago patio brunch, the New Kids on The Block show at Park MGM, The Venetian, The Wizard of Oz at Sphere... and the Shag Suite at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. It's a fun conversation …

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Episode 105 - Pinball Hindsight Awards 1991 48:11

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Support the show and receive a link to our private discord automatically: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast We are back once again, looking back through the decades with the mighty power of Hindsight to accurately give out awards to the best pinball machines that were released in the year 1991! Unlike network tv awards shows, we do however use occasional …

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Free F1 Las Vegas Experiences, Shoey Bar Returns, Free Music Festival, Calvin Harris Returning to Wynn, Leona Lewis Holiday Show, Thanksgiving Restaurant | Ep. 296 32:19

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Send us a text There are a bunch of free experiences for fans during F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix time in Las Vegas. We chat with MGM about it. We also learn more about the iconic Shoey Bar that will return to Bellagio. Also, the free Neon City Music and Culinary Festival returns to downtown Las Vegas for F1 week. Plus, Leona Lewis has a bunch of Christ…

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New Las Vegas Non-Smoking Hotel, Casino Movie 30th Anniversary Event, Diamond Ring Recovered from Titanic on Display at Luxor, Dim Sum Saturday Brunch | Ep. 295 24:22

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Send us a text There's a brand new hotel in downtown Las Vegas. It's a non-gaming and non-smoking hotel. It's also a dual brand. We went over to take a look and it's really nice! A cool event is taking place at Oscar's Steakhouse at the Plaza. It's a special installment of Oscar's Dinner Series and will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the movie C…

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Episode 104 - John Borg: The Man Who Doesn't F*&k Around 1:03:18

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Support the show and get access to our private discord: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast We are discussing the pinball career of legendary pinball designer and mechanical engineer, John Borg. He worked at Premier, Data East, Sega, and still works at Stern to this day, and we deep dive into his games and what design hallmarks that he is best known for. As…

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$1.50 Hot Dogs, Jabbawockeez Red Carpet, Wine Tasting Comedy Show, SEMA Fest Lineup | Ep. 294 32:47

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Send us a text Get ready for some food and drink deals 365 days a year at a Las Vegas hotel casino. You won''t believe it. Jabbawockeez debut a new show called FREQNCY at MGM Grand. We really liked it! We also talked to the dance crew's creators. We head to "In Pour Taste," a new comedy show that has you wine tasting throughout. We chat with the Au…

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Alanis Morissette Residency, Ellis Island Upgrades, Fontainebleau Wellness Amenities, F1 Arcade, Earth Wind & Fire | Ep. 293 28:32

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Send us a text Alanis Morissette has a residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace and we were there opening night. This show is different than most Las Vegas shows but you will get your money's worth. It's more than 2 hours long and she mixes in storytelling, skits, dance and all the big hits! Dayna also went to the Venetian to see Earth, Wind an…

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Episode 103 - Die on this Hill: Shaq Attaq 52:55

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Support the show and get a link to our private discord channel: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast Our friend Paul, a video game designer and aspiring pinball designer joins us on the show to defend his DOTH Game: SHAQ ATTAQ! At the time of recording, this is the 8th lowest rated game of all time on the pinside list, and the second lowest rated game that w…

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EXTRA: Interview with Author Mark Gray: His New Book "Las Vegas Massacre Connections" is Out Now 37:14

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Send us a text How do you respond after losing everything in an instant on the worst day of your life? Author and journalist, Mark Gray joins us to talk about his newly released book titled "The Las Vegas Massacre Connections: Finding Strength Through Tragedy After America's Deadliest Mass Shooting." Mark's book is the tale of Mary Jo von Tillow, w…

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Cindy Lauper Residency, Dolly Parton Postpones, Paul McCartney & Benson Boone Highlights, Celebrity & Music Journalist Mark Gray Joins Us | Ep. 292 52:06

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Send us a text We have residency news! Cindy Lauper and Tim McGraw (separately) are coming to Caesars Palace for shows. Dayna hits up Paul McCartney at Allegiant Stadium and has dinner at Virgin Hotels beforehand. Virgin is doing really well lately! Dayna chats with the casino resort's president about it and has some updates. Sean goes to T-Mobile …

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WrestleMania 42 Interview with The Miz, Bellagio Fountain Yacht, Comedy Wine Tasting Experience Coming to Las Vegas | Ep. 291 24:21

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Send us a text The Bellagio Fountains now have a Yacht! Carbone Riviera is coming this fall. What we know so far. A comedy wine tasting experience is coming to the Lighthouse Artspace at The Shops at Crystals next to Aria. This sounds fun!! It opens in mid-October. More details on "In Pour Taste." Plus, WrestleMania is returning to Las Vegas in Apr…

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Episode 102 - Community Building 47:40

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Support the show and get a link to our private discord server: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast We're back with a nice culmination episode that pieces together a lot of bits and themes from the last 100+ episodes of the show, and compiled them into a nice and tight episode not only showcasing the importance of community building, but also some actionable…

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New Las Vegas Shows including Zayn and Jelly Roll, Candid Interview with Longtime Vegas Headliner Frank Marino | Ep. 290 30:39

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Send us a text We have a very candid interview with longtime Las Vegas headliner, Frank Marino. He just celebrated 40 years of entertainment in Las Vegas. That's rare! Frank is known for impersonating comedian Joan Rivers. You'll hear about the old days in Las Vegas, the time he was sued by Joan and served papers on stage, you'll also hear about wh…

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Affordable NASCAR Events, New Storybook Wedding Chapel Opens, Alanis Morissette Residency Starts Soon, Terry Fator Closes Las Vegas Show, Emmitt Smith's Restaurant Closes | Ep. 289 33:51

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Send us a text The South Point 400 NASCAR race is coming up. The weekend is full of great family fun and affordable deals. We chat with the new General Manager of the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Also, the owners of Graceland Wedding Chapel open a second chapel, called Storybook. This one will focus on more traditional weddings, it's so cute! We chat …

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Episode 101 - Best Game Ever: NASCAR 55:41

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Support the show and get a link to our private discord: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast Waterboy is back with his own response to the age-old question: what is the greatest pinball machine of all time? As always with our show, swear words were used in the making of this episode. Support the showBy Wedgehead

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Vegas Goes on Sale for 5 Days, Daily Open Bar at Golden Gate, Mariah Carey Christmas Shows, Las Vegas Hot Topics | Ep. 288 54:04

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Send us a text Las Vegas is going on sale for 5 Fabulous Days! It starts September 22nd. It's the first ever Vegas-wide sale and we can't wait to see the deals. Plus, there are TONS of great deals on attractions right now, we tell you where to find them. The Golden Gate is starting a daily open bar, we have the details. We talk airport parking afte…

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Well... unfortunately sh*t happens. We will be back though, although we don't know if we will ever get to release episode 100 for y'all or not. It was a DOOZIE. Support the showBy Wedgehead

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Nevada California Border Casino Closes, Magician Mat Franco Interview, More Las Vegas Deals, Mexican Independence Day | Ep. 287 28:44

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Send us a text Mexican Independence Day weekend is jam packed with events and shows in Las Vegas. Ricky Martin and Pitbull both return to the strip. The weekend of the 19th of September is also really busy with iHeart Music Festival, Revelry Food Festival at Wynn, and longtime entertainer Frank Marino is celebrating 40 years in Las Vegas. The Clark…

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Episode 99 - Much Ado About Toppers 55:34

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Support the show and receive a link to the private discord chat: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast Alex is bringing y'all a very special episode of the show all about one of the dumbest and yet most discussed aspects of the pinball hobby today, and that's TOPPERS! Warning: curse words were cursed in the making of this episode. Support the show…

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The Wizard of Oz at Sphere Premiere, Las Vegas Travel Deals, Chéri Rooftop Special & Views, Drai's Nightclub Update | Ep. 286 38:51

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Send us a text We share our thoughts about The Wizard of Oz at Sphere! We were on the yellow carpet and talk to Sphere Entertainment CEO, Jim Dolan and the head of Sphere Studios, Carolyn Blackwood. We also chat with Judy Garland's daughter, Lorna Luft. Labor Day weekend was packed! We try the Shaken & Seared special at Chéri Rooftop at Paris. Ther…

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Episode 98 - Evolution of the Flipper 1:03:23

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Support the show & receive a link to our private discord server: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast This episode is all about the pinball's most important mech, the flipper. We cover the history and evolution of the flipper, discuss how they work, and the differences in flipper feel over the years. Warning: We manage to discuss some of the science behind e…

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Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter Talks Sphere Show & New Music, Summer Tourism, Fontainebleau Deals, Non-Smoking Hotel | Ep. 285 49:13

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Send us a text We talk one-on-one with Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys. Nick did a special listening party at Brooklyn Bowl in Las Vegas. Nick sang some of his solo music from his new album LOVE LIFE TRAGEDY. This album went to No. 1 on the Worldwide iTunes Album Charts. He then headed off to the Sphere for Backstreet's final summer show, they r…

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Episode 97 - The Music of Chris Granner w/ Chris Granner 1:18:43

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Support the show & receive a link to our private discord channel to chat with us and other supporters of the show: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast In this very special episode of the show, legendary sound designer Chris Granner joins us once again. In the last episode we discussed his career, and his artistic process, but in this episode, we listen to s…

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Vegas Revealed Vault: Interview with Former Las Vegas Mayor, Oscar Goodman (Mob Stories, Laughs, Vegas Stories, Sports Betting & More) | Ep. 284 41:51

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Send us a text He knows how to sell Las Vegas like no other! We dig deep into the Vegas Revealed Vault and play our interview with former Las Vegas Mayor, Oscar Goodman. Goodman is 86 years-old now. He's still a very visible part of Las Vegas. He was recently at the opening of a new sportsbook at Ellis Island Casino. He also has a popular steakhous…

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Episode 96 - Pinball Composer w/ Chris Granner 1:21:16

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Support the show & receive a link to the private discord: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast A very special interview with LEGENDARY pinball composer and sound designer Chris Granner. Chris worked at Williams, Capcom, and Stern and his name is credited on the sound packages of more than 40 pinball machines during his career. He is the man responsible for m…

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Storm Area 51 Documentary, Chef Fabio Viviani's New Italian Spot, Indian Restaurant from London Coming to Las Vegas Strip | Ep. 283 34:40

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Send us a text Dayna makes a pretty big cameo in the Netflix documentary called "Trainwreck: Storm Area 51." She didn't know about it until the trailer came out and had no idea what to expect. We discuss what that morning was like back in 2019. Plus, we chat with celebrity chef and restauranteur Fabio Viviani. He just opened ai Pazzi at the JW Marr…

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Episode 95 - Playfield Multipliers 56:16

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Support the show and receive a link to the private discord: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast In this episode we talk about the invasive species of multipliers that have invaded the old school bonus multipliers habitat and completely overrun it. Alan discusses why he thinks all games are better without them, and Alex argues why they are good sometimes. In…

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Is Las Vegas Really Dead? Our Take. | Ep. 282 39:11

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Send us a text You've heard it over and over on social media. We dive into with some numbers and our take. Is Las Vegas REALLY Dead? Plus, how the Backstreet Boys are impacting tourism. We also have the latest deals that caught our eye. Treasure Island and Fontainebleau have some good perks. Plus, Dayna downloads the Tao Group app and is blown away…

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Episode 94 - Pinball Hindsight Awards 1985 42:53

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Support the show & receive a link to the private discord chat: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast We're back to honor another year in pinball history, with the Pinball Hindsight Awards of 1985! This was a major downturn of the industry, but that doesn't mean that there still aren't some great games released this year, and we honor all of them in this episo…

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Brotherly Love Podcast LIVE Coming to The STRAT, Universal Horror Unleashed Opening Soon, Chef James Trees Opening Restaurant at Top of Rio | Ep. 281 33:08

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Send us a text Universal Horror Unleashed is opening in mid-August. Sean and Dayna aren't sure if they will be able to handle it. They have all the details! The Brotherly Love Podcast LIVE is coming to The STRAT in August for two shows. Plus, there's a great deal to stay at the hotel right now too. The shows will include a live band, comedy, music …

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Episode 93 - John Popadiuk: Pinball's Magic Man 1:04:29

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Support the show & receive a link to the private discord channel: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast This episode is all about the rise and fall of one of pinball's most magnificent and enigmatic designers, Mr. John Popadiuk Jr., sometimes better known as JPOP in pinball nerd circles. He made a string of some the absolute best games in the 1990s including …

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Friends Experience: The One in Vegas, Steve Wynn's Instagram, Summer Las Vegas Deals, Lady Gaga Concert, Must-Have French Dip | Ep. 280 43:25

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Send us a text We discuss a lot this week! Dayna hits up Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball. She was in Las Vegas for three nights. Before that, she went to Bavette's at Park MGM and is reminded of how good their French Dip sandwich tastes! Plus, Steve Wynn has been more active on instagram lately... is it really him? The bio says it is run by his family, but…

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Episode 92 - Programmers: The Unsung Heroes of Pinball 50:41

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Support the show and receive a link to our private discord channel: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast Join us as we discuss with frequent guest on the show Greg Dunlap to discuss the important role that programmers play in the design and development of pinball machines as we talk about all the many different ways that programmers can influence a player's …

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Backstreet Boys at Sphere, Fontainebleau Rewards Refresh, Casino Updates, Saturday Brunch Idea, Athletics State-of-the-Art Stadium | Ep. 279 42:57

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Send us a text We attend Night 3 of Backstreet Boys opening weekend at Sphere. You may get FOMO! Zac Brown announces shows at Sphere in December. Ricky Martin and Alanis Morissette have shows coming up at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Three hotel-casinos announce renovation updates. We hear from the builder of the new A's Baseball Stadium. He ex…

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Episode 91 - Stern's Dark Age: Pinball in the 2000s 1:00:40

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Support the show & get a link to our private discord server: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast This episode features former guest on the show, and dot matrix pinball programmer Greg Dunlap to discuss how Gary Stern ends up surviving TWO pinball extinction events at the turn of the millennium, and then another one at the end of the decade. This is the only…

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Exploring Chinatown Vegas: Almost 200 Restaurants in a 3+ Mile Radius in Las Vegas | Ep. 278 24:45

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Send us a text We head to Chinatown in Las Vegas to learn more about the restaurants and businesses. It's a huge area with a lot to do. And, it's a busy place! VegasNearMe App If it's fun to do or see, it's on VegasNearMe. Support the show Follow us on Instagram: @vegas.revealed Follow us on Twitter: @vegasrevealed Follow us on TikTok: @vegas.revea…

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Episode 90 - Pinball Hindsight Awards 1990 42:27

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Support the show & get a link to our private discord channel: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast This is the first ever award show that attempts to get the calls right, all with the power of HINDSIGHT. So, for this first Pinball Hindsight Awards Episode, we chose the year 1990, and are giving out the test of time awards to games like Dr. Dude, Funhouse, Wh…

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F1 Movie Filmed in Las Vegas, New Luxury Pop-Up Pool, Venetian Debuts Food Hall, Adam Sandler Tour Stop in Vegas, Wing Bowl Coming to Plaza | Ep. 277 24:59

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Send us a text Sean checks out the new Formula 1 movie, he says it's fantastic and explains why. Fontainebleau launches the city’s first-ever summer Sun Club featuring Veuve Clicquot. It's open to non-hotel guests too. A popular cocktail lounge is getting a refresh at the Venetian Las Vegas and the property just debuted its new Food Hall. Adam Sand…

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Episode 89 - Die on this Hill: Star Wars Episode One 1:03:03

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Support the show and receive a link to our private discord server: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast This episode Alan & Alex are joined on the show to discuss the short-lived Pinball 2000 platform, and Ian defends SWE1, the last game that Williams pinball ever made against a flood of bad reviews. I mention in this episode a fantastic documentary that you…

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Huge Las Vegas July 4th Rundown, One-on-One with A's Owner John Fisher at Baseball Stadium Ground Breaking, Dolly Parton, Locals Deals | Ep. 276 37:32

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Send us a text We go one-on-one with Athletics Baseball Owner, John Fisher at the baseball stadium ground breaking. The new stadium is expected to be ready for the 2028 Major League Baseball season. It's located on the former site of the Tropicana Hotel and Casino on the Las Vegas strip. We have a FULL rundown of Fourth of July events! Fireworks, p…

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Episode 88 - Pinball on Location 41:26

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Support the show and get a link to the private dischord channel: ko-fi.com/wedgeheadpodcast This episode is all about why pinball's natural habitat is on location, and why location pinball still matters (and matters much more than private collections) in the year 2025 and beyond. Our whole podcast is basically centered around the importance of pinb…