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by Ian Jacoby and Shane Told
The official podcast of Nudge Magazine, Nudgecast, tells the stories of pinball people. Hosts Ian Jacoby (Nudge Magazine’s editor and publisher) and Shane Told (Silverstein, Lead Singer Syndrome) interview artists, entertainers and newsmakers about how pinball intersects with their lives. Sometimes dope, sometimes gnarly, they’ll explore how pinball lives are lived.
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- 3 weeks ago55 min
Episode 19 - TRANSFORMERS
More than meets the ... guy? lies? static Optimus Primes? In this episode of NudgeCast, Ian and Shane discuss the game which Shane recently played at the Stern Pinball media day last week. Is it any good? Should you buy it? Listen and find out. If you DO want to buy a Transformers... or any pinball machine for that matter... hit up Mad Pinball for the best prices, service, and they also have some pretty awesome swag. Use our promo code NudgeCast or tell 'em we sent you and get FREE SHIPPING on a NIB Stern, and a free shirt from us! madpinball.com
- May 14, 20261h 21m
Episode 18 - Actor Rich Sommer (Mad Men, The Devil Wears Prada) joins the show! / Ian gets kicked out of the Pinball Hall Of Fame
LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS we got a good episode for you! Actor and COMEDIAN Rich Sommer joins the show to talk about his love for pinball, VHS tapes and board games, and why it's okay to call a pinball machine a "table".... or is it?? Also - Ian and Shane recount their epic story of being ejected from the Pinball Hall of Fame Need a game? Pokemon? Transformers? Hit up Mad Pinball for the best service, best prices, and get a free gift from us plus free shipping on a NIB Stern! info@madpinball.com
- Apr 2, 20261h 32m
Episode 17 - Joe Ciaravino discusses Python Anghelo / Shane goes to TPF!
As we all know, some people in pinball have BIG personalities. But NO ONE is this larger than life, even in death, than Python Anghelo. Pinball Degenerate himself Joe Ciaravino (also Canadian!) joins the show to discuss the great article he wrote for Nudge issue 6 (GO BUY IT!). Also, Shane discusses all the new games, and his overall thoughts on this years Texas Pinball Festival. Beetlejuice? Winchester? Yukon Yeti? Houdini 100!!?? Yes, we discuss them all. Need a pinball machine? Obvi. Get the best games and service from Mad Pinball. Hit up info@madpinball.com. OR just go to the website if you're an introvert but let them know we sent you! Free exclusive t-shirt with every game direct from us, and also free shipping on all Sterns!
- Mar 3, 20261h 33m
Episode 16 - David Van Es (Barrels Of Fun Pinball) / Pokemon + Beetlejuice!
WE ARE OFFICIALLY BACK FOR SEASON TWO - And we have a great episode. CEO and "Mischief Maker" David Van Es joins us to talk about his epic life journey, leading him to now head up Barrels Of Fun pinball, the people behind "Labyrinth", "Dune", and most recently the instant sell out - "Winchester Mystery House". Does he give a massive hint about the next Barrels game - YUP! Ian and Shane also discuss playing Pokemon at the Stern media day, and their thoughts on the latest games to hit the street - Beetlejuice, and Winchester Mystery House. NEED A GAME? Pokemon anyone? Maybe you need to get on the list for the next BoF game? Hit up MAD PINBALL... the best customer service, and not too hard on the eyes either. info@madpinball.com and tell 'em we sent you for a free shirt and free shipping on a Stern when you buy a pinball machine!
- Dec 8, 202539 min
Episode 15 - SEASON 2 IS COMING!
WE'RE BACK! That's right, season 2 is coming in January 2026, baby! On this mini episode, Ian and Shane round up the best releases of 2025, Ian's love affair with the new Star Wars, and new games from Spooky and Barrels of Fun taking the pinball world by storm. Make sure you subscribe, follow, like, love, pledge your allegiance in blood or whatever you have to do where you listen to keep the episodes in your feed in 2026! Need a game for the holidays? Jeff and Corbin at Mad Pinball have you covered. email jeff@madpinball.com or go to madpinball.com and tell em we sent you. Get a free shirt from us and free shipping on a Stern NIB game!
- Sep 8, 20251h 21m
Episode 14 - Erin Winick Anthony / Ian Goes to Hollywood!
Ian and Shane are back together after glorious vacations to welcome scientist and pinball enthusiast Erin Winick Anthony to the program! Erin literally called in from the middle of the ocean on a ship where she is doing some kind of science work. What kind of work? We aren't smart enough to understand but we do talk about the Houston pinball scene, why EM's (still) rock, and OH HAVE YOU HEARD NUDGE 5 IS OUT SO PICK UP A DAMN MAGAZINE! Nudgepinball.com If you need a game Jeff is your guy. Jeff@madpinball.com or madpinball.com if you don't want to talk to anyone. But I recommend talking to Jeff he's just such a nice dude. Use our promo code NUDGECAST or mention us and get a free (cool) t-shirt from us and also free shipping on a NIB Stern!
- Jul 31, 20251h 18m
Episode 13 - Ashley Ludwig (Pinball Restorer) / RIP Matt Keil
This episode is dedicated in loving memory of Matt Keil. Matt recently passed away after a battle with ALS. You can donate here to help his wife and 3 children: https://www.gofundme.com/f/wt2hw6-support-matt-keil-family-through-als-journey Today on the show we have Ashley Ludwig - who specializes in pinball restoration. How does she do it? How long does it take? (Spoiler: a long ass time). We also discuss modern vs classic art, Keith Elwin, and Shane's new EM - Dipsy Doodle. It's a GREAT time to buy a new pinball machine! Head over to madpinball.com or email Jeff@madpinball.com and get your hands on one. Plus if you buy from him you get an exclusive Nudgecast T-shirt! Free shipping on all new in box Sterns! Use promo code nudgecast or tell him we sent you!
- Jun 27, 20251h 31m
Episode 12 - Harry Potter AI Scandal with Colin Alsheimer (Kineticist, TWIP)
The biggest release in modern pinball now has a MAJOR scandal. Colin of The Kineticist and This Week In Pinball comes by to share his investigation of the matter. Did Jersey Jack Pinball use AI generated artwork for Harry Potter? Did they knowingly lie about it? We breakdown the whole thing and give our thoughts. Don't miss it. Need a game? Hit up Jeff at Mad Pinball for the best service in the business. And use our promo code NUDGECAST and get a free exclusive T-shirt with any game purchase. Head over to madpinball.com or email jeff@madpinball.com and tell him we sent you.
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The official podcast of Nudge Magazine, Nudgecast, tells the stories of pinball people. Hosts Ian Jacoby (Nudge Magazine’s editor and publisher) and Shane Told (Silverstein, Lead Singer Syndrome) interview artists, entertainers and newsmakers about how pinball intersects with their lives. Sometimes dope, sometimes gnarly, they’ll explore how pinball lives are lived.
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