The Pinball Junk Drawer

03/27/2026

As many of you know, Project Pinball Charity is very close to our hearts. Please take a few minutes to read this article by Kineticist. Daniel Spolar is an incredible voice for our pinball community and this charity.

The pinball community keeps asking questions about Project Pinball Charity. We sat down with Daniel Spolar for three hours to get answers.

03/26/2026

Show #94 Are you ready?

Lumberjack Johnny's Entertainment Emporium
Pokémon
Stern Pinball
Mezel Mods
Turner Pinball
Jersey Jack Pinball
Flip N Out Pinball LLC
MadTree Brewing
Project Pinball Charity
Gary Con Gaming Convention
Jhall Sucks at Pinball

In this episode Foghorn Leghorn and Craft Brew Sally talk about Pokemon invading their lives. Also review Roger Sharpe's Pinball book and talk about the Yukon Yeti machine from Dennis Nordman. After that the Junk Team muse as to where the next pinball make might come from. Craft Brew Sally talks abo...

03/19/2026

We're hosting a women's launch party for Pokémon Pinball on April 18th at Lumberjack Johnny's in Appleton!

LJJ will have two Pokémon Pinball machines on site, so we're running a heads-up finals where players battle one-on-one to complete specific in-game objectives. Qualifying will be group matchplay format.

The overall winner takes home the Grand Champion plaque from Stern plus a cash prize. 2nd through 4th place will also receive cash prizes. Throughout the day we'll have random drawings for prizes including plushies and Pokémon packs.

This tournament (and all Belles and Chimes tournaments) are beginner friendly. Women/non-binary/female identifying folks of all ages and skill levels are welcome to join us. We love to see new faces!

Details:
- April 18th, 2026
- Lumberjack Johnny's, Appleton
- Noon start
- $15 entry + coin drop ($10 goes to the prize pool)

03/12/2026

Show #93 For your ears and your butt

Lumberjack Johnny's Entertainment Emporium
Dead Flip Pinball Streaming
Xul Beer Company
Project Pinball Charity
Pokémon

In this episode Foghorn Leghorn and Craft Brew Sally talk about spending too much money on adult things and not enough on fun things. The team played a This Or That style game that flamed out before it started. They the team talked about Pokemon. Craft Brew Sally talks about Xel beer that is more De...

03/12/2026

We are so excited!

🚨 NEW GAME ALERT 🚨

Trainers… your next challenge has arrived at Lumberjack Johnny’s Entertainment Emporium.

Starting TODAY, you can play the brand-new Stern Pinball Pokémon Pinball machine! ⚡🎮

This officially licensed pinball table drops you right into the Pokémon universe - launching Poké Balls, catching Pokémon, battling rivals, and more while racking up points. The playfield is packed with themed ramps, targets, and interactive features, including appearances from the characters you know and love.

Whether you’re a hardcore pinball wizard or just trying to catch ’em all, this machine is a blast.

🎯 Challenge your friends
⚡ Beat the high score
🔴 Become the ultimate Pinball Trainer

Come try it out today at Lumberjack Johnny’s Entertainment Emporium!

Who’s ready to catch ’em all… with a silver ball? 👀⚡

02/26/2026

Show #92 is ready for your ears

Lumberjack Johnny's Entertainment Emporium
Ladies Flip Wisconsin
Glow In The Park Indoor Mini Golf & Pinball Arcade
Stern Pinball
Pokémon
Flip N Out Pinball LLC
Lion's Tail Brewing Co.
Project Pinball Charity
District 82 Pinball Arcade

In this episode Foghorn Leghorn and Craft Brew Sally talk about Sterns Pokemon pinball and the media event in general. Craft Brew Sally talked about the Ladies Flip pinball tournament and the team talked general pinball whatnot. Craft Brew Sally talks about Lion's Tail Puffer Vest "cold" ipa. FINALL...

02/23/2026

An incredible collection awaits you in Nikie’s Magic Kingdom! 🏰 Join us as your favorite princess, villain or put on some Mickey ears! 👑 please pre-register by emailing Rachel at [email protected]! 😊

02/18/2026

Show #91 Pokémon Media Day at Stern Pinball

Lumberjack Johnny's Entertainment Emporium
Mikerphone Brewing Ladies Flip Wisconsin Belles & Chimes - Fox Cities Project Pinball Charity

In this episode Foghorn Leghorn and Craft Brew Sally talk about their Stern Media Day event for all things POKEMON. Was it a hit? Tune in and find out. Craft Brew Sally talks about Mikerphone's PB & Jam Juice. FINALLY launched our products on SilverBall Swag - check it out here! Hey, why not dro...