We're kicking things off by laying out our Top Bottom Five list...the pinball machines we think are the worst of all time. You'll hear us talk about one that's just totally pointless, another that's so old and clunky it should've been scrapped, and the one we're crowning the worst ultra-modern machine out there. We'll even tell you which game got a last-minute save from being on the list!
Then, we're making a massive announcement: the Punk Rock Pinball Association (PRPA) is being born!
If you've ever thought the current competitive pinball scene is too serious, too complicated, or just too focused on players in big cities, you get it. We want the PRPA to be the fun, inclusive, alternative. An association focused on maximum fun and maximum participation for the novice and intermediate player. Our goal is to reward the grind by counting all your tournament scores and growing the community in a way that’s actually enjoyable.
Want to Help Us Build This Thing?
We can't do this alone! We need dedicated folks to help us figure this out.
You can email Mike at mike(at)livefromtherockroom(dot)com to join the team! If you just want to support the dream, grabbing a hoodie or t-shirt is a huge help toward funding the project.
Let's make this happen!
Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/punkrockpinball
Get your PRP Merch!! - https://anxiousandangry.com/collections/punk-rock-pinball
Discover some new music on the PRP playlist! - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0T3WsFYqgz8L4hZE4RVCcg?si=gLY738v7RtOi-_ZqBBrRTQ
Find Local Tournaments -
https://www.ifpapinball.com
https://app.matchplay.events/tournaments
Find Amazing Pinball Locations -
https://pinballmap.com
Big news in our local scene...and it's not just Mike's standings in the latest tournament.
Reaction to Spooky Pinball's teaser trailer for Beetlejuice.
Correction: Stephanie was talking about Sega Dreamcast NOT Panasonic 3DO. Give her a break, they came out around the same time...sort of.
Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/punkrockpinball
Get your PRP Merch!! - https://anxiousandangry.com/collections/punk-rock-pinball
Discover some new music on the PRP playlist! - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0T3WsFYqgz8L4hZE4RVCcg?si=gLY738v7RtOi-_ZqBBrRTQ
Find Local Tournaments -
https://www.ifpapinball.com
https://app.matchplay.events/tournaments
Find Amazing Pinball Locations -
https://pinballmap.com
Our first Pinball Expo is in the books. It was a real good time filled with tons of friends, cool machines, and a ridiculous amount of games.
Here's a link to the Stern Pro Circuit event where the top 32 players participated in a challenge based competition on many of your favorite machines. 10 hours of pinball action! Stern Pro Circuit Finals 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7kNqPGoy6U
If you're enjoying the podcast (or can tolerate it) it would mean a lot if you subscribed and took a couple seconds to rate/review the show :) It helps more than you know!!
Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/punkrockpinball
Get your PRP Merch!! - https://anxiousandangry.com/collections/punk-rock-pinball
Discover some new music on the PRP playlist! - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0T3WsFYqgz8L4hZE4RVCcg?si=gLY738v7RtOi-_ZqBBrRTQ
Find Local Tournaments -
https://www.ifpapinball.com
https://app.matchplay.events/tournaments
Find Amazing Pinball Locations -
https://pinballmap.com
So much to talk about this week...tournaments, leagues, and expectations for our first trip to Pinball Expo in Schaummie (aka Schaumburg, IL)
If you're enjoying the podcast (or can tolerate it) it would mean a lot if you subscribed and took a couple seconds to rate/review the show :) It helps more than you know!!
Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/punkrockpinball
Get your PRP Merch!! - https://anxiousandangry.com/collections/punk-rock-pinball
Discover some new music on the PRP playlist! - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0T3WsFYqgz8L4hZE4RVCcg?si=gLY738v7RtOi-_ZqBBrRTQ
Find Local Tournaments -
https://www.ifpapinball.com
https://app.matchplay.events/tournaments
Find Amazing Pinball Locations -
https://pinballmap.com
Mike and the boys played Riot Fest day 3 - we talk about the day, a new music recommendation, dream theme, and a "you choose" of course!
If you're enjoying the podcast, it would mean a lot if you subscribed and took a couple seconds to rate/review the show :) It helps more than you know!!
Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/punkrockpinball
Get your PRP Merch!! - https://anxiousandangry.com/collections/punk-rock-pinball
Discover some new music on the PRP playlist! - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0T3WsFYqgz8L4hZE4RVCcg?si=gLY738v7RtOi-_ZqBBrRTQ
Find Local Tournaments -
https://www.ifpapinball.com
https://app.matchplay.events/tournaments
Find Amazing Pinball Locations -
https://pinballmap.com
Had a few technical issues...so this one is a little late. Sorry!
Hope you enjoy this episode of our top 5 games for new players.
Think we missed a good one? Let us know!
Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/punkrockpinball
Get your PRP Merch!! - https://anxiousandangry.com/collections/punk-rock-pinball
Discover some new music on the PRP playlist! - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0T3WsFYqgz8L4hZE4RVCcg?si=gLY738v7RtOi-_ZqBBrRTQ
Find Local Tournaments -
https://www.ifpapinball.com
https://app.matchplay.events/tournaments
Find Amazing Pinball Locations -
https://pinballmap.com
It's our first visit to Stern Pinball HQ!! Extra special that we got a preview of the new Star Wars Fall of the Empire game. Got to play it, talk to the some of the brains behind the whole operation, and even meet some other pinball enthusiasts!! Hope you enjoy!!!
It would mean the world if you took a second to like, review, subscribe and all that stuff too :)
Check out the full Star Wars Fall of the Empire trailer on www.sternpinball.com
Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/punkrockpinball
Get your PRP Merch!! - https://anxiousandangry.com/collections/punk-rock-pinball
Discover some new music on the PRP playlist! - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0T3WsFYqgz8L4hZE4RVCcg?si=gLY738v7RtOi-_ZqBBrRTQ
Find Local Tournaments -
https://www.ifpapinball.com
https://app.matchplay.events/tournaments
Find Amazing Pinball Locations -
https://pinballmap.com
We just got back from PAPA World Pinball Championships 22 and played among many of the best pinballers on earth - for realsies.
Mike makes some game choices for next year's PAPA event and picks a dream theme that was a missed opportunity for Stephanie.
https://988lifeline.org - Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.
Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/punkrockpinball
Get your PRP Merch!! - https://anxiousandangry.com/collections/punk-rock-pinball
Discover some new music on the PRP playlist! - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0T3WsFYqgz8L4hZE4RVCcg?si=gLY738v7RtOi-_ZqBBrRTQ
Find Local Tournaments -
https://www.ifpapinball.com
https://app.matchplay.events/tournaments
Find Amazing Pinball Locations -
https://pinballmap.com
Action packed week of pinball. Big news from Stern. Top 5 games revealed. Getting ready for PAPA. And more. It's a power packed 38 minutes.
Join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/punkrockpinball
Get your PRP Merch!! - https://anxiousandangry.com/collections/punk-rock-pinball
Discover some new music on the PRP playlist! - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0T3WsFYqgz8L4hZE4RVCcg?si=gLY738v7RtOi-_ZqBBrRTQ
Find Local Tournaments -
https://www.ifpapinball.com
https://app.matchplay.events/tournaments
Find Amazing Pinball Locations -
https://pinballmap.com
Our first guest! Deanna Belos of Sincere Engineer came over and claims to not like pinball.
Will we change her mind?
Deanna and the boys are hitting the road this September with The Front Bottoms.
A terrific bill you shouldn't miss.
Check out all the details
https://sincereengineer.com
Continuing the music pin conversation Steph & Mike each share their Top 5 music pins
Do you agree/disagree? Let us know!
Sparked by Chad's suggestion, Steph & Mike talk music pins and maybe the best Dream Theme yet!
What do you think?
Why couples should go out and flip together!
Music recommendation and Live from The Rock Room Session: Rodeo Boys <3
Mike chooses...what is the ONE machine he would keep?
Stephanie shares a dream theme...and it's no joke!
Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean a lot if you gave us a rating :)
Costco has a Stern Home Edition Star Wars pinball. Is it worth it?
Stephanie makes a choice.
Mike gets revved up about a dream team.
You can check out the video-podcast version on our YouTube Channel: Live From The Rock Room
Appreciate you listening and it would mean the world if you subscribe, rate/review, and join the conversation with us!
We have the video equipment back at The Rock Room. You can check out the video-podcast version on our YouTube Channel: Live From The Rock Room
Appreciate you listening and it would mean the world if you subscribe, rate/review, and join the conversation with us!
Steph & Mike chat about some of our Favorite (and Least Favorite) Pinball Artwork.
Mike chooses AND names a dream theme.
You've got opinions and we want to hear them!
Appreciate you listening and it would mean the world if you subscribe, rate/review, and join the conversation with us!
We're loving the positive feedback from everyone - thank you!
Please subscribe, rate/review, and leave a comment - it helps us more than you know.
Steph chooses AND shares a dream theme.
Join the conversation in the Punk Rock Pinball Facebook group!
After diving into the deep end and starting a home collection, we have a nice group of go-to's for all things pinball.
Steph chooses and Mike shares a dream theme.
Join the conversation in the Punk Rock Pinball Facebook group!
We need a different word for pinball tournaments. They're not as intimidating as it sounds - we promise!
Mike has to make a choice. Stephanie drops an ultimate dream theme.
Join the conversation in the Punk Rock Pinball Facebook group!
Pinball map is a gift from the pinball gods.
Stephanie makes a choice. Mike's Dream Theme.
Join the conversation in the Punk Rock Pinball Facebook group!