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Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast

Remember those arcade games you played as a kid? They are still out there. Come with us and we will tell you all about what it is like to find, restore, maintain and play these old games. Interested in acquiring games and starting a collection or just hearing some stories and reminiscing about the arcades and games of the past? This is the podcast you"ve been looking for.

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01:39:22

Episode #109 - Blaster-dized

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2025/10/06

Can you get to paradise? We sure try in this episode, where we play and talk about the Williams/Vid Kidz classic 1983 game, Blaster. Hear about what console this game was originally targeted for, whether or not Geech likes this game and vampire cats. Enjoy!

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01:57:07

Episode #108 - Do It Through The Coin Door

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2025/09/01

In this episode, we hear about Dave from Buffalo’s legendary haul, talk about this year’s CAX that Brian and Ian attended and we talk about the PSE KLOV thread and the rare, prototype game that was revealed to the community. All this, updates and a little tangent where to talk all about CEDs. Enjoy!

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01:31:32

Episode #107 - You’re Electric Man

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2025/08/04

In this episode, we talk about and play the Bally Midway classic from 1983, Discs of Tron. We talk about the different cabinets, our gameplay strategies and all the cool details that this game has to offer. Enjoy!

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01:56:05

Episode #106 - Spun Out

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2025/07/07

In this episode, we have emails and voicemails and game room updates. Hear about game pickups that might not have been worth the trip, our Northwest Pinball and Arcade Show wrap up and what spinner games we think are the best. All this and more. Enjoy!

en-US

01:26:13

Episode #105 - A Bo Derek of a Video Game

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2025/06/02

In this episode, we talk about and play the Sega/Gremlin classic from 1980, Carnival. We talk about all the firsts that this game gives us, how to score the most points while playing and which one of us hates the music. Enjoy!

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01:53:57

Episode #104 - Ryebotron

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2025/05/05

In this episode, we’re joined by Anthony, co-owner of the iconic local arcade Ground Kontrol. We dive into what it takes to run a successful arcade, the future of Ground Kontrol, and what it's like balancing the roles of both collector and operator. Plus, we share our latest game room updates and read listener emails. Enjoy!

en-US

01:52:28

Episode #103 - The Paint Scraper

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2025/04/07

In this episode, we discuss the 1981 Sega Gremlin classic, Astro Blaster. We talk about all the different ROM versions, if the bonuses were actually bugs and even get into a little history of Sega Gremlin. Enjoy!

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01:42:34

Episode #102 - Astro Caster

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2025/03/03

In this episode, we talk about the unfortunate incident that led to all of our recording gear being stolen and everyone in the community that reached out and helped us recover. We discuss what qualities of different manufacturers we each admire and would want in a mashed-up arcade game. We also talk about the strategies of arranging games in our arcades. All this and our updates. Enjoy!

en-US

01:56:04

Episode #101 - Stone Cold Crazy

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2025/02/03

In this episode we welcome a special guest, Russell (aka crazyclimber80). Our game of the episode is the 1980 classic Pac-Man. We are playing the turbo version, cause who has the time to wait around for the normal speed game. Enjoy!

en-US

02:02:26

Episode #100 - The Banana Peels of Society

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2025/01/06

In this episode, we give you a complete run down of the Portland Retro Gaming Expo and welcome guest host Chris (aka geech on KLOV). We also talk about deals gone bad. Enjoy!

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01:09:19

Episode 99 - Ape Spit

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2024/12/02

Join us as we go ape spit playing and discussing 1989’s Toki by TAD Corporation. Is it a platformer or is it a beat ‘em up? How would an ape in the middle of the jungle procure a football helmet? Does Ian give this game a Coins Up™? All of your questions will be answered by the end of this episode. Enjoy!

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01:31:46

Episode 98 - Auntie Awesome

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2024/10/08

In this fine episode, we field some listener feedback, discuss the upcoming Portland Retro Gaming Expo and clue you in to our recent updates in our game rooms. Enjoy!

en-US

01:20:14

Episode #97 - Coin Plumbing

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2024/09/02

In this episode, we are mounted on our fanciful birds of prey as we play Joust as our game of the episode. Find out Ian’s top three Williams games, what our strategies were while playing and if Jordan gives the game a Coins Up™ even with all the flapping. Enjoy!

en-US

01:33:30

Episode #96 - Tuna Head

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2024/08/05

In this episode, we field our awesome listeners’ questions and comments. We take our first stab at a calendar of upcoming events, talk about our trip to the Northwest Pinball and Arcade Show and discuss all things that attract us about attract modes. All this and our gameroom updates. Enjoy!

en-US

01:19:55

Episode #95 - Harder, Faster, Better, Stronger

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2024/07/01

It is our game of the episode episode and the game is Millipede. Hear about the growths, all the bugs, Conway’s Game of Life and our scores and rates of this arcade classic. Enjoy!

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01:23:05

Episode #94 - When To Leave A Conversation Be?

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2024/06/03

In this update/feedback episode, we talk about Brian and Jordan’s trip to Galloping Ghost, rotating Tapper handles, when to let conversions lie and more. All this and our always exciting game room updates. Enjoy!

en-US

01:10:50

Episode #93 - That's a Tactic

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2024/05/06

This month we are talking all about Reactor. And you can’t talk Reactor without talking about it’s designer and programmer, Tim Skelly. Join us as we talk about all aspects of the game and find out who takes second place in the challenge as Jordan reigns supreme on one of his favorite games. Enjoy!

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01:37:13

Episode #92 - Roundilocks and the Three Bears

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2024/04/02

There is a lot to cover in this episode. We talk about our preferences on music in arcades, our thoughts on rotary joystick games, what we really think of arcade game locks and what the pros and cons are of taking games to shows? All this, our updates and more. Enjoy!

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01:40:34

Episode #91 - Chillin’ in the Ghost House

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2024/03/04

In this episode, we talk about and play the 1981 classic Ms. Pac-Man. We go through the art package, graphics, cabinet and all that great stuff. Ian breaks down his strategies on playing this game. Also, we talk a lot about the development of the game and GCC’s history and involvement. Enjoy!

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01:24:41

Episode #90 - Sweet Taters

Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast ·

2024/02/05

In this episode, we delve into the hilarious, and sometimes deeply troubling, cult classic film Hollywood Zap. Released in 1986, this movie is a wild ride packed with outrageous characters, improbable plot twists and some sweet taters. Oh yeah, there are a few classic arcade games in there too. Join us as we critically dissect this b-movie.We also respond to listener email and give an update on what is going on in our own arcades. Enjoy!

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