Best Aaron Graf Podcasts (2025)

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep19 - Aaron Davis of FAST Pinball 1:22:57

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What does it take to build the brain behind modern pinball? Aaron Davis, founder of FAST Pinball, joins the show to talk about designing the hardware that powers homebrews, boutique manufacturers, and the next generation of game coders. We dig into the origins of the FAST platform, how open hardware changed the indie landscape, and what it really m…

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Meet The Team... Brad Albright - Winchester Mystery House - 2D Layered Art & Illustration 1:04:16

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Brad Albright is the creative force behind the 2D layered art of Winchester Mystery House, bringing the entire cabinet, playfield, and backglass to life with his signature dimensional style. His work bridges vintage illustration and modern surrealism—capturing the mansion’s eerie beauty while still keeping it fun and tactile. In this episode, Brad …

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Meet The Team... Eric Priepke - Winchester Mystery House - Software Engineering & Programming 1:05:46

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The next stop in our Winchester Mystery House series introduces Eric Priepke — the software engineer and programmer behind the house’s mind-bending code. From scripting the complex logic that ties every haunted room together to balancing the chaotic layers of light, sound, and animation, Eric helped the house come alive in ways that only a true pro…

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Meet The Team... Joshua Clay - Winchester Mystery House - UI & 3D Design 1:07:32

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The first in a new series diving into the artists, engineers, and mad scientists behind Winchester Mystery House. We sit down with UI artist, 3D modeller, and graphic designer Joshua Clay to talk about what it takes to shape the look and feel of Barrels of Fun’s most ambitious game yet. From haunting interface layouts to the subtle textures that br…

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Exploring the Winchester Mystery House – A Haunted Pinball Machine from Barrels of Fun 20:59

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For months, we’ve been quietly building something inside the walls of Barrels of Fun. The doors are finally open. Introducing Winchester Mystery House Pinball, the next major release from Barrels of Fun, designed by Karl DeAngelo in his debut as a pinball designer. This behind-the-scenes feature pulls back the curtain on the months of development t…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep18 - Organizing Pinball Expo with Rob Berk 1:06:18

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Rob Berk has been the face behind Pinball Expo since 1985, curating a gathering that’s become the longest-running pinball show on the planet. From hosting early designers who rarely shared stories in public, to shaping the culture of how collectors, vendors, and fans come together, Rob’s influence is unmatched. We dig into what it’s like to create …

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep17 - Organizing Tournaments and How to Stay Zen with Tom Graf of Fox Cities 1:08:10

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Tom Graf of Fox Cities Pinball joins the Dirty Pool Podcast to share what it takes to set up and run tournaments without losing your cool. From the logistics of organizing events to the art of staying calm when things get hectic, Tom breaks down his approach and why his relaxed style works so well. We also touch on his background and the Fox Cities…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep16 - Into the Rainbow With Mark Seiden at Jersey Jack Pinball 1:04:48

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Mark Seiden joins the Dirty Pool Podcast to talk about his journey from homebrew designer to working at Jersey Jack Pinball. We dive into his creative process, what it’s like designing Avatar, and how collaboration shapes modern pinball design. From early influences to the nuts and bolts of game rules, this episode explores how Seiden’s unique visi…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep15 – Rebecca Salem on Pinball Collectives 1:15:49

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Rebecca Salem joins the Dirty Pool Podcast to talk about building the Austin Pinball Collective, designing her own 3D-printed pinball trophies, and what it really takes to form a collective in your own city. How not to feel alone with standing up to bad pinball peeps and how it takes a village to create one of the most interesting pinball collectiv…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep14 - Custom Toppers With Rob Rath of The Electric Playground 1:08:08

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Rob Rath from The Electric Playground joins Dirty Pool Podcast to talk about his work designing and building custom toppers for pinball machines. We get into how he approaches the creative process, what goes into making something that feels like it belongs with a game but still stands out, and the small shop challenges of turning ideas into somethi…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep13 - Kyle Spiteri - Motorcycles, Cats, and Stern Support Guru 1:38:45

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Kyle Spiteri, better known as Black Cat Pinball - joins the show to talk about his path from his time at Marco Specialties to his current support role at Stern Pinball. We dig into his early days fixing pins at the Pacific Pinball Museum, the chaos of tech support at Stern, and why you don’t always need to restore a game to perfection. Kyle shares …

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep12 - Manu - Streaming, Free Gold Watch, and Virtual Pinball 1:22:35

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From Free Gold Watch to virtual tables and movie nights, Manu Smith has built one of the most distinctive voices in the pinball streaming world. We talk about his early days in the Bay Area pinball scene, the rise of Mystery Pinball Theater 3000, and how virtual pinball became a lifeline for players and creators alike. Plus: what really goes down d…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep11 - Paris Pinball Addict: How The Pinball Industry Needs To Change 2:00:25

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Guillaume Fau (aka Paris Pinball Addict) joins us to break down the global pinball scene and we don’t hold back. We talk pinball ambassadorship, international markets, and the step-by-step process this industry should be following when announcing and releasing games. With years of large-scale marketing experience, Guillaume lays out how transparenc…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep10 – After Hours: Electric Bat Arcade with Rachel & Cale 1:36:55

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How do you run a full-blown pinball bar until 2 AM every night and stay married? Rachel and Cale from Electric Bat Arcade break it all down—logistics, love, location pinball, and late-night arcade life in Tempe. We talk running machines in the desert heat, Arizona pinball culture, and how to build a community one quarter at a time. Praise the Great…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep09 – The Hunt Begins: Predator Pinball with Daniel Janson 1:03:50

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The widebody has landed. We sit down with Daniel Jansen, CEO of Pinball Brothers, to talk about their new Predator machine: the rules, the features, and the sheer guts it takes to bring a licensed behemoth like this to life. We dig into the use of AI in their teaser campaign, the implications of AI-generated art in the industry, and whether high im…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep08 – Brewing Beans & Flipping Dreams: Tony from What’s Brewing 1:42:15

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We head south to San Antonio to talk to Tony, the owner of What’s Brewing, a coffee roastery that also happens to double as a pinball arcade. We get into the grind of running two very different scenes under one roof, from roasting beans to repairing flippers, and how a city like San Antonio shaped the culture of both. Turns out, coffee people and p…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep07 – Davey of Stumblor Mods / The Art of The Pinball Modding 1:48:25

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Davey from Stumblor joins Dirty Pool to discuss how one of the most respected names in pinball modding became a quiet powerhouse. Twitch – https://twitch.tv/dirtypoolpinball YouTube – https://youtube.com/@DirtyPoolPinball Instagram – https://instagram.com/dirtypoolpinball Facebook – https://facebook.com/dirtypoolpinball Known for high-end, limited-…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep06 – Chad The Bird Loves Worms and Pinball 1:21:30

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This week’s guest has a lot to say—and somehow says it all without moving his lips. We get into pinball, performance art, and the unique acoustics of Logan Arcade. Let’s just say this one might take flight in unexpected directions. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:15 - What Are You? 00:02:32 - Did I Pay Chad? ... No. 00:03:30 - Bi-coastal? Bi-Polar. 00:04:00…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep05 – Maker of Mischief: David Van Es from Barrels of Fun 1:47:20

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David Van Es joins us to talk about launching Barrels of Fun, building a creative-first pinball company, and the wild process behind their debut game Labyrinth. With Dune now on the line, we dig into how his background in film and licensing feeds into game development—and why the second act might be even more ambitious than the first. 00:00:00 - In…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep04 – Ian Jacoby of Nudge Magazine 1:26:10

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Talking pinball lifestyle and punk rock with Ian Jacoby, founder of Nudge,a print only pinball magazine that’s flipping the bird to digital trend. We dig into why print still matters, the aesthetics of rebellion, and the dedicated art of saying no to AI.. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:16 - Welcome! 00:00:58 - Jeff May Introduced Me To Nudge @heytherejeffr…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep03 – Jonathan Bergeron From Punk to Pinball 1:06:55

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From tagging as ZEN in Montreal’s graffiti scene to illustrating Jurassic Park, Dune, and Labyrinth for Stern and Barrels of Fun—Johnny Crap has carved a path through art that’s anything but ordinary. In this episode, we trace Jonathan Bergeron’s evolution from punk-fueled muralist to in-demand illustrator, designing merch for Slayer and Guns N’ Ro…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep02 – Bowen Kerins on Designing Dune and the Art of Pinball Rules 1:23:30

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What makes a pinball ruleset click? In this episode of the Dirty Pool Pinball Podcast, we’re joined by Bowen Kerins—rules designer at Barrels of Fun—to unpack how a game's structure comes together behind the glass. From early concepts to deep code layering, we talk about balancing challenge, flow, and accessibility. Bowen shares insights from his c…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep01 – Kineticist on the State of Pinball News 1:00:10

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Episode one of the Dirty Pool Podcast kicks off with Kineticist, the go-to news source for all things pinball. We dig into how the site got started, what it's like covering this wild hobby, and what stories aren’t getting told. A candid conversation about keeping the silverball press rolling. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:45 - Colin Introduction 00:03:05 …

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Chaos is a Ladder. 45:01

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Zoé & Aaron discuss the most recent lawsuit that has been affecting the industry and the potential changes that could take place.By Aaron Graf & Zoé Kellerhals-Madussi

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Zoé & Aaron discuss persuasion and speech with Diandra, founder of American Speech Coach 41:25

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In this episode, Zoé and Aaron discuss the importance of speech and how to convey your message properly with public speaking & communication skills coach, Diandra. Follow her @americanspeechcoach for more information!By Aaron Graf & Zoé Kellerhals-Madussi

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How many licensees are there really in NYC? An inside look of the industry with entrepreneur Eddy Boccara, Founder of Corofy 35:29

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Zoé & Aaron sit down to discuss the industry with Eddy Boccara from Corofy and how cut throat the industry is.By Aaron Graf & Zoé Kellerhals-Madussi

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Find your Why or get stuck on the Hamster Wheel 33:50

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Aaron Graf & Zoé Kellerhals-Madussi discuss finding purpose in life and how it motivates you to be successful.By Aaron Graf & Zoé Kellerhals-Madussi

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Imposter Syndrome & Social Media for real estate agents 49:35

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Over a few episodes, Aaron & Zoé set out to discuss what hinder agents from achieving their full potential. Today, Imposter Syndrome and anxiety are hot topics around the world, but in real estate it's a theme that has been trending and shifting the very nature of how we do our job for years.By Aaron Graf & Zoé Kellerhals-Madussi

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Business Owner Mindset & Bad Weather Blues 10:44

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Aaron & Zoé discuss the mind frame required to become a successful business person & how exterior elements need to be shaken off to keep yourself motivated.By Aaron Graf & Zoé Kellerhals-Madussi

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep19 - Aaron Davis of FAST Pinball 1:22:57

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Meet The Team... Brad Albright - Winchester Mystery House - 2D Layered Art & Illustration 1:04:16

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Meet The Team... Eric Priepke - Winchester Mystery House - Software Engineering & Programming 1:05:46

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Meet The Team... Joshua Clay - Winchester Mystery House - UI & 3D Design 1:07:32

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Exploring the Winchester Mystery House – A Haunted Pinball Machine from Barrels of Fun 20:59

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep18 - Organizing Pinball Expo with Rob Berk 1:06:18

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep17 - Organizing Tournaments and How to Stay Zen with Tom Graf of Fox Cities 1:08:10

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep16 - Into the Rainbow With Mark Seiden at Jersey Jack Pinball 1:04:48

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep15 – Rebecca Salem on Pinball Collectives 1:15:49

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep14 - Custom Toppers With Rob Rath of The Electric Playground 1:08:08

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep13 - Kyle Spiteri - Motorcycles, Cats, and Stern Support Guru 1:38:45

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep12 - Manu - Streaming, Free Gold Watch, and Virtual Pinball 1:22:35

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep11 - Paris Pinball Addict: How The Pinball Industry Needs To Change 2:00:25

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep10 – After Hours: Electric Bat Arcade with Rachel & Cale 1:36:55

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep09 – The Hunt Begins: Predator Pinball with Daniel Janson 1:03:50

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep08 – Brewing Beans & Flipping Dreams: Tony from What’s Brewing 1:42:15

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep07 – Davey of Stumblor Mods / The Art of The Pinball Modding 1:48:25

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep06 – Chad The Bird Loves Worms and Pinball 1:21:30

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep05 – Maker of Mischief: David Van Es from Barrels of Fun 1:47:20

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep04 – Ian Jacoby of Nudge Magazine 1:26:10

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep03 – Jonathan Bergeron From Punk to Pinball 1:06:55

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep02 – Bowen Kerins on Designing Dune and the Art of Pinball Rules 1:23:30

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep01 – Kineticist on the State of Pinball News 1:00:10

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Chaos is a Ladder. 45:01

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Zoé & Aaron discuss persuasion and speech with Diandra, founder of American Speech Coach 41:25

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How many licensees are there really in NYC? An inside look of the industry with entrepreneur Eddy Boccara, Founder of Corofy 35:29

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Find your Why or get stuck on the Hamster Wheel 33:50

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Imposter Syndrome & Social Media for real estate agents 49:35

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Business Owner Mindset & Bad Weather Blues 10:44