Podcasts by Special When Lit Podcast
Three friends from the Chicago area discuss entertaining topics including pop culture, trending topics, lifestyle-changing products, current and retro gaming, and more. Deep discussions combined with some comical banter make for an easy listen. The show is constantly evolving with the goal of always offering a fun-filled 45 minutes for that daily commute, workout, or weekly grass cutting. Listener participation is encouraged and helps drive the show for each episode. Welcome to the SWL family!
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EP 97 - Summer Blues from 2023-08-26T15:22
Summer is coming to an end but not without some devistation! The highs and lows of summer and looking towards fall. Lots of pinball with side discussion that most people can relate to! Shout ...
ListenEP 96 - What's Love Got To Do With It? from 2023-06-12T10:00
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ListenEP 95 - SKYNET is HERE from 2023-05-28T17:59
A wild episode 95 discussing cleaning pinball playfields, updgrade kits for older titles, changing tastes in LEDs, SKYNET, chemtrails, fast food prices, Drain It or Save It, Guility Pleasures, a...
ListenEP 94 - Just A Bit Outside from 2023-05-07T19:44
Ken, Bill, and Bedi take episode 94 of SWL "just a bit outside." Discussion of scammers and trolls mixed with Drain It or Save It, Guilty Pleasures, and more. They guys are talking pinball and...
ListenEP 93 - Confessing Our Guility Pleasures from 2023-04-23T16:38
Ken, Bill, and Bedi reveal their guilty pleasures. Do you share some of their darkest secrets? Pinball discussion, Drain It or Save It, cutting grass and folding clothes are all part of episod...
ListenEP 92 - Macho Pinball Revealed! PINBALL PODCAST BOMBSHELLS from 2023-02-07T12:24
In an unexpected turn of events, the creator of Macho Pinball Podcast Pinball Podcast Vlog Show is revealed! The surprises keep coming because it doesn't end there. Two podcast bombsh...
ListenEP 91 - Nightmare On My Street from 2023-01-17T11:00
Episode 91 - Nightmare On My Street
Ken, Bill, and Bedi are back with episode 91 of Special When Lit Podcast!
Discussion around tips for those considering taking t...
ListenEp 90 - That Is Some Ouija Board BS from 2022-12-22T01:35
Ken, Bill, and Bedi are back in episode 90 of Special When Lit! We will take a pass on the show notes this time. It's just good to be back. Always family friendly!
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ListenEp 89 - SWL Closing Time from 2020-02-05T17:11:02
It's closing time over at SWL. Thank you so very much, Pinball Land!
ListenEp 88 - One down, two to go! from 2020-01-21T16:30:53
The final countdown of SWL! Discussing the pinball news as we kick off the first of our final three shows.
ListenEp 87 - Weather, Traffic, and Food Trucks from 2020-01-14T16:37:54
Stranger Things goes to CES, deeproot Pinball approves media credentials, TPF is around the corner, and "what if" moments in pinball are discussed.
ListenEp 86 - How does pinball improve in 2020? from 2020-01-07T18:55:29
Covering the weekly news as well as what we would like to see from each manufacturer in 2020.
ListenEp 85 - 2019 Holiday Show! from 2019-12-31T17:26:14
Guest appearances from around the pinball industry focusing on their personal pinball highlight of 2019 and their wish for 2020!
Thank you, Pinball Land for all of your support. It's bee...
ListenEp 84 - Stranger Things For The Win? from 2019-12-24T18:04:46
Post reveal stream thoughts on Stranger Things, deeproot Pinball take 2, Rick & Morty update with Bowen Kerins, new Wonka Topper, and our the pinball community supports our 24 hour charity fundr...
ListenEp 83 - Rick&Morty, Hot Wheels, or Stranger Things? from 2019-12-17T19:30:03
Spooky Pinball goes beast mode and sells out 750 R&Ms within 5 hours. Is Stern ready to show us what's next? How does the rumored American Pinball license compare right now? Adam Schwartz cal...
ListenEp 82 - Can Anything Stop Rick and Morty? from 2019-12-10T17:10
Spooky Pinball closes out the year with the announcement of Rick & Morty. Can anything stop the success of this title? Will we see a "counter launch" from another pinball company to close out ...
ListenEp 81 - Greg Bone and the Pinball News! from 2019-12-04T17:18:15
Guest host Greg Bone (Straight Down The Middle: A Pinball Show) discusses the TWIPYs and the pinball news with Ken and Bill. American Pinball's 3rd release, Stern's Star Wars Topper, Jersey Jac...
ListenEp 80 - 4 New Reveals In December? from 2019-11-27T18:27:51
Are the stars aligning for us to have four new pinball reveals to close out 2019? This could be an exciting end to an outstanding year! Thanksgiving is here and we are certainly grateful.
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Ken & Bill discuss deeproot Pinball's RAZA prototype machine (this NOT a deep dive). Does a new pinball machine provide more entertainment value than other fun home editions? Join us as we dis...
ListenEp 78 - Chris Kooluris of Kaneda's Pinball Podcast from 2019-11-13T21:34:07
Ken & Bill talk pinball with Chris Kooluris of Kaneda's Pinball Podcast.
ListenEp 77 - Do you feed the pinball trolls? from 2019-11-06T17:08:39
Deeproot / RAZA Prototype status for Houston Arcade Expo, CGC's Medieval Madness ROYAL, and down with the trolls! All this and more on episode 77 of SWL!
ListenEp 76 - Goodbye Ramps, Hello Single Level? from 2019-10-29T15:12:56
Ken and Bill discuss the single level playfield craze (or lack thereof). American Pinball to make redemption games. Jersey Jack beta testing Bluetooth technology. Stern classic rock release ru...
ListenEp 75 - Epic Expo 2019 from 2019-10-23T19:10:32
Ken and Steve Bedi recap Pinball Expo 2019 with calls into Brian Cosner (American Pinball Correspondent), Justin Kalinowski (Castlevania homebrew pin), Zach Meny (Flip N Out Pinball), Ron Hallet...
ListenEp 74 - Ken Goes Solo&Unedited from 2019-10-15T03:38:07
With Bill taking the week off Ken is forced to fly solo this week in a raw/unedited episode. Two new correspondents covering JJP and Stern Pinball are introduced. Online connectivity ideas as ...
ListenEp 73 - See More Without The Score from 2019-10-09T00:00
More pinball continues to pour out of Stern Pinball, Wonka gets a significant update, and Franchi walks towards a new horizon. Is it better to advance through a game or blow up the score? Why ...
ListenEp 72 - Quality Over Quantity? from 2019-10-03T03:00:32
As pinball enthusiasts and / or collectors do we prefer quality over quantity? Elvira LEs are shipping! Is it a good idea to acquire multiple pins at the same time? Follow up on our 24 hour c...
ListenEp 71 - Nuggets with George Gomez from 2019-09-26T17:41:42
We discuss some interesting info that George Gomez (Stern Pinball) shared with us on a recent pinball stream. Is deeproot Pinball spreading themselves too thin? Lots planned for SWL and Chicag...
ListenEpisode 70 - Elvira Pinball is Back! from 2019-09-19T17:51:34
Discussing our first impressions of Evira's House of Horrors after the official Stern reveal. Ghostbusters code update is finally here. Meteor retheme update. Will this episode go down like t...
ListenEpisode 69 - Bill&Ken's Excellent Adventure from 2019-09-10T15:40:49
Episode 69, dudes! Jersey Jack Pinball with some big decisions recently, Ghostbusters BLOCKBUSTER code update coming, Dutch Pinball's hail mary, and HUGE show announcements at the conclusion of...
ListenEpisode 68 - Living In The Past? Nope. from 2019-09-03T16:04:47
Some surprising stories from the past offered by significant industry folks (Python Angelo and Pat Lawlor) makes us thankful that we are living in present day pinball. "Ask Us Anything" segment...
ListenEpisode 67 - Screw Me Once... from 2019-08-27T15:11:26
Dutch Pinball with yet another plan, playfield manufacturing issues, converting a garage to a game room and more...
ListenEpisode 66 - Tire Kickin' from 2019-08-20T15:02:25
We kick the tires on playfield issues, Stern's new pinball podcast, Jack Danger's new show, and dealing with buyers that are wasting your time.
ListenEpisode 65 - There Is No Compromise from 2019-08-13T14:25:03
We unbox our Jurassic park, deeproot makes good on a promise, and social media continues to be a hot topic in pinball.
ListenEpisode 64 - Break Glass In Case Of Emergency! from 2019-08-06T13:01:42
Keith Elwin is has reached legendary status as a competitive pinball player but has he reached legendary status as a designer? Bill vents about a recent social media post. Drain It or Save It ...
ListenEpisode 63 - A Jurassic Reveal! from 2019-07-30T15:23:59
Stern Pinball streams Jurassic Park. Will this reveal show us that attaining assets for licenses is not as important as we once thought? New designers avoiding the "sophomore slump". Best pin ...
ListenEpisode 62 - On The Eve of a Cornerstone (George Gomez) from 2019-07-23T13:03:26
George Gomez (VP & Chief Creative Officer - Stern Pinball) discusses Stern Pinball's approach with Star Wars Pin while the next cornerstone title is awaiting it's reveal. Ken's Stern Meteor reth...
ListenEpisode 61 - Stern Versus The Field from 2019-07-16T16:26:55
The pinball news is getting interesting as we get ready to transition into the Fall! Can Stern outsell the combined sales of all other manufacturers in 2020? Can American Pinball help Dutch Pi...
ListenEpisode 60 - Should We Go Dutch? from 2019-07-11T17:07:41
Dutch Pinball offers a new solution, JJP staff comments on Wonka, Stern's next title, and more!
ListenEpisode 59 - ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHOW! from 2019-06-30T20:59:31
Lots of fun and surprises during our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY show!
Thank you everyone for all of your support during our first year. The success of the show is because of this supp...
ListenEpisode 58 - Wonka Is On The Way from 2019-06-25T14:50:28
While Black Knight Sword of Rage get's "enhancements" from Stern Pinball, Jersey Jack Pinball begins shipping Willy Wonka Standard Editions to consumers. Are Manufacturer add-ons a good idea in...
ListenEpisode 57 - Chuck Ernst (Stern Pinball) from 2019-06-18T16:05:21
We sit down with Chuck Ernst (Computer Graphics Art Director) at Stern Pinball. Fun and laid back conversation covering a little bit of everything.
ListenEpisode 56 - A Long Distance Relationship from 2019-06-12T18:10:42
Discussing Elvira 3, Facebook and Franchi (public statement from Chris), pinball outdoors, and more.
ListenEpisode 55 - Let's Do it LIVE! from 2019-06-05T17:10:46
A deeproot update, the crazy world of pinball licensing, streaming pinball outside, and more. Essentially a LIVE show here as the editing was for production value only. Pardon our dust!
ListenEpisode 54 - Things That Make You Go Hmm... from 2019-05-28T14:53:05
We try to wrap our heads around the pinball secondary market, pinball podcasts, and more.
ListenEpisode 53 - Banana In The Tailpipe from 2019-05-21T14:59:53
No news is good news when there is a banana in the tailpipe! We welcome our newest correspondent Ryan Claytor to the team.
ListenEpisode 52 - What's next? from 2019-05-15T17:16:50
What do we have to look forward to for the rest of the year? Pinball machines are our babies!
ListenEpisode 51 - Are You A Pinball Pirate, Flipper, or Scallywag? from 2019-05-07T14:02:55
Stealing, flipping, and getting taken advantage of. Dr John reports on Spooky Pinball. Would voice actor Marc Silk be a benefit to pinball? All this and much more!
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ListenEpisode 50 - Deeproot, Show Me Something from 2019-04-30T16:54:43
Reflecting on 50 episodes, discussion deeproot Studios, Industry Buzz with Cary Hardy, Drain It or Save It, and more!
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Episode 49 - Cinnamon Hands Only Please from 2019-04-23T17:31:39
Discussing the deeproot RAZA teaser video, Josh Kugler Oktoberfest update, Industry Buzz with Lee Wielgolinski of Pinball Supernova, Drain It or Save It, info on becoming an official SWL Corresp...
ListenEpisode 48 - Just Play The Game from 2019-04-16T17:09:51
Special When Lit Pinball Podcast Episode 48 - Talking about Midwest Gaming Classic reveals of Black Knight Sword of Rage and Willy Wonka pinball. Offering some feedback on pinball hype and the ...
ListenEpisode 47 - Making of Willy Wonka Pinball from 2019-04-12T04:09:18
A roundtable discussion focusing on the making of Jersey Jack Pinball's newest release, Willy Wonka Pinball. Designer Pat Lawlor, Programmer Joe Katz, Artist John Youssi, Sound Engineer Vikas D...
ListenEpisode 46 - Is The Pinball Landscape Is About To Change? from 2019-04-09T14:23:27
We reflect on our trip to Jersey Jack Pinball to play their next release. Manufacturer/Designer showdown at MGC? Ken announces his retheme project and a Whirlwind update from Bill. Lots to tal...
ListenEpisode 45 - Don't Let The Door Hit You from 2019-04-01T13:00
We say goodbye to an old friend and welcome a new one. Black Knight Sword of Rage impressions. When is your pinball collection out of hand?
ListenEpisode 44 - 2019 Texas Pinball Festival (Behind the Scenes) from 2019-03-26T14:04:06
Discussion about the behind the scenes happenings at TPF. Steve Ritchie's newest game Black Knight Sword of Rage is revealed...sort of.
Listen2019 TPF Bonus Coverage - Thursday from 2019-03-22T16:03:32
Getting settled in the night before the official start of the 2019 Texas Pinball Festival from Frisco, Texas. Jeff Patterson from This Week In Pinball joins the show.
ListenEpisode 43 - Evolution and Future of Pinball from 2019-03-19T16:01:02
Where does pinball go from here? Special When Lit is ready to rock Texas Pinball Festival!
ListenEpisode 42 - Buying and Selling Pinball from 2019-03-12T15:38:52
Discussing the pinball market, buying and selling, Stern Pro Circuit Championship, and more.
ListenEpisode 41 - Companies Sabotaging Their Own Releases? from 2019-03-05T16:54:44
Expectations of each manufacturer at TPF, companies sabotaging their own releases, grails and keeper titles, t-shirt Easter Egg revealed and winner announced, and more!
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Episode 40 - Eat, Sleep, Bet Pinball from 2019-02-27T00:00
Pinball exposure (ESPN and sport wagering), speculation on American Pinball's next game, Easter Eggs and more.
ListenEpisode 39 - Let's Work Together (for a change) from 2019-02-20T00:00
Getting caught up on the pinball news, new pinball artwork by Brian Holderman, dealing with pinball drama, and more.
ListenEpisode 38 - Greg Freres&Steven Martin (Art Dept. Stern Pinball) from 2019-02-13T00:00
Legendary pinball artist / Art Director Greg Freres and Production Art Manager Steven Martin take us behind the scenes of the heavy hitting art department at Stern Pinball.
ListenEpisode 37 - Brentt Brunner (Great Lakes Pinball) from 2019-02-06T00:00
Brentt Brunner (co-founder of Great Lakes Pinball) talks about his love for pinball, creating a pinball machine, and manufacturing a pinball machine. Being legally blind has not hindered his vis...
ListenEpisode 36 - Steve Bowden (Fun With Bonus - deeproot Pinball) from 2019-01-30T00:00
Steve talks pinball media, ambassadorship, competition, and deeproot.
ListenEpisode 35 - The Super Fan from 2019-01-22T05:27:19
Stern Pinball field trip, Zach Meny is pinball's newest distro, our Super Fan offers his support, podcast shout outs, future guests and much more!
ListenEpisode 34 - Limited Edition #601 from 2019-01-15T04:50:52
Scott Danesi (Pinball Life and creator of TNA) drops by to discuss the news, TPF, the TWIPYs, and more.
ListenEpisode 33 - Making of The Munsters Pinball from 2019-01-10T18:33:24
John Borg, Dwight Sullivan, Christopher Franchi, & Jerry Thompson discuss the making of The Munsters pinball manufactured by Stern Pinball.
ListenEpisode 32 - Munsters Reveal and BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! from 2019-01-09T00:37:36
We discuss The Munsters revealed by Stern Pinball at CES and share a big show announcement.
ListenEpisode 31 - Zach Meny (SDTM&TWIP Podcast) from 2019-01-03T07:21:25
Zach Meny drops in to talk some pinball including SDTM, TWIP, TWIPYs, and the pinball news.
ListenEpisode 30 - Holiday Special 2018 from 2018-12-22T23:06:04
Year end Holiday Show with 40 guests discussion pinball related resolutions and predictions for 2019!
ListenEpisode 29 - Pinball Podcasters are Munsters from 2018-12-18T04:58:54
Touching on Pinside thread about podcasts, Munsters accidental reveal by Stern, Year End Special next week!
ListenEpisode 28 - Brian Eddy (Stern Pinball) from 2018-12-15T21:35:06
In the first podcast appearance of his career, Brian Eddy talks about his past and his recent return to pinball.
ListenEpisode 27 - One more question Roger Sharpe from 2018-12-11T05:35:09
Deeproot pinball, Roger Sharpe, and one more question...
ListenEpisode 26 - Pinball Conspiracy Theory from 2018-12-04T04:17:34
New pins, interesting interviews, Holiday Show announced.
ListenEpisode 25 - Jack Danger (deadflip Pinball Streaming) from 2018-11-26T02:44:34
Jack talks about his crazy adventures, working with STERN Pinball, and being an ambassador for pinball.
ListenEpisode 24 - Todd Tuckey (TNT Amusements) from 2018-11-22T00:00
Todd Tuckey discusses how he started TNT Amusements, buying and selling arcade games and pinball machines, and book deal debacles.
ListenEpisode 23 - Pinball Horizons from 2018-11-18T22:12:58
Pin prices still increasing, what do buy going forward, and more.
ListenEpisode 22 - That SOUNDS good from 2018-11-13T04:30:16
Pinball stories and experiences during a slow week in the pinball news!
ListenEpisode 21 - The Need For Speed from 2018-11-06T04:24:35
Taking a break from Beatles, Monster Bash on Pinball 2000, the need for speed, and more.
ListenEpisode 20 - Monkey See, Monkey Do from 2018-10-30T03:22:26
Artistic expression in pinball, creative pricing in pinball, Bill's voice in podcasting!
ListenEpisode 19 - Is Chicagoland Pinball EXPO Back? from 2018-10-23T00:38:02
Covering two days of Chicagoland Pinball EXPO. From reveals and seminars, to drinks and hangovers. Banner Prize Pack winners announced.
ListenEpisode 18 - I Heard a Rumor from 2018-10-16T04:13:18
Are pinball podcasts boring? Should I keep a secret? Who invented liquid soap and why? Elvira 3, Beattles, Expo, prizes and more!
ListenEpisode 17 - Make Pinball Great Again from 2018-10-10T03:56:14
STERN Pinball (Beatlles vs Munsters), American Pinball (Oktoberfest and contract manufacturing), Pinball Expo expectations, and more.
ListenEpisode 16 - Nirmal Vasani (Sales/Marketing American Pinball) from 2018-10-02T04:00:20
Nirmal Vasani talks about American Pinball's past, present (Houdini), and Oktoberfest (new information). Rob Berk talks Chicagoland Pinball Expo.
ListenEpisode 15 - Not Much from 2018-09-26T03:24:09
One of the slowest weeks in pinball but we do our best to keep you informed and entertained!
ListenEpisode 14 - Scott Danesi (Game #2 Teaser) from 2018-09-19T05:29:03
Scott invites Ken and Bill into his home to talk about what's happening post TNA (Game #2), music, and more.
ListenEpisode 13 - Bad Boy Bill Takes Charge! from 2018-09-12T04:09:39
From Hurricanes to Pirate ships! Bad Boy Bill is our Captain!
ListenEpisode 12 - The Holy Grail from 2018-09-03T19:46:52
Steve Ritchie Interview, George Gomez Interview (C2C), Homebrew Pinball 2.0, Where is my GRAIL?
ListenEpisode 11 - Steve Ritchie - Senior Game Designer - STERN Pinball from 2018-08-27T17:18:19
Steve talks cars, games, and the current state of the pinball hobby/industry. Recorded at STERN Pinball.
ListenEpisode 10 - SPECIALWHENLICIOUS!!! from 2018-08-22T03:55:28
Around the industry, Zombie Yeti (busy times for him), Steve Ritchie (autographed translite contest info), and more...
ListenEpisode 9 - Dead Pool, Pirates, Tigers and Bears...OH MY! from 2018-08-16T03:15:06
Immediate coverage of Dead Pool live stream from STERN, JJP Pirates shipping update, Expo seminar schedule, BIG INTERVIEW ANNOUNCEMENT, and more.
ListenEpisode 8 - Dead Pool vs DOA Pins from 2018-08-08T04:29:26
STERN Pinball's Dead Pool, another new pin in the market, new segment "Drain It or Save It".
ListenEpisode 7 - Field of "Pinball" Streams (If you build it, they will come) from 2018-08-01T03:56:46
Alice Cooper Stream, deeproot Pinball interview Robert Mueller Kaneda Pinball Podcast, special shout outs, and more...
ListenEpisode 6 - Godzilla Bash from 2018-07-25T15:22:38
Monster Bash Remake official, The Mafia pinball, Godzilla License and more.
ListenEpisode 5 - So far so good from 2018-07-18T18:01:59
Discussing new games on the horizon, Chicagoland Pinball Expo, and more.
ListenEpisode 4 - Terry DeZwarte - Owner Pinball Life from 2018-07-12T22:51:29
Terry DeZwarte (Owner - Pinball Life) discusses the pinball business, music, ice cream and more.
ListenEpisode 1 (Pilot) from 2018-07-02T04:00
Introduction of our hosts Ken Cromwell and Bill Webb as they discuss the world of pinball.
ListenEpisode 3 - Dwight Sullivan (Lead Game Developer - STERN Pinball) Interview from 2018-07-02T04:00
Discussing the past, present, and future of pinball with Lead Game Developer Dwight Sullivan of STERN Pinball.
ListenEpisode 2 - Around the pinball industry from 2018-07-02T04:00
Discussing different manufacturers and the new games being released.
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