60 acast.com Modern Man in Search of High Scores https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/modernmaninsearchofhighscores en Lawrence Adams pinball,arcade,home arcade,board games,video games,man cave,stern,midway,capcom,spooky pinball,taito,jersey jack,namco,atari,computer Midlife Arcade and The Pinball Underground available on YouTube — and Dean Roblee — the owner and operator of Nine and Three-Quarters pinball arcade serving the Santa Cruz County area — this biweekly podcast dives headfirst into the flashing lights and nostalgia of pinball and arcade culture. Exploring everything from the latest in pinball and arcade gaming to deep cuts on retro cabinets, board games, and the gear that turns your garage into a gaming sanctuary. Expect news, deep-dives, interviews, and the occasional philosophical musing on why grown men still chase high scores. New episodes every other Monday.

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]]> Midlife Arcade and The Pinball Underground available on YouTube — and Dean Roblee — the owner and operator of Nine and Three-Quarters pinball arcade serving the Santa Cruz County area — this biweekly podcast dives headfirst into the flashing lights and nostalgia of pinball and arcade culture. Exploring everything from the latest in pinball and arcade gaming to deep cuts on retro cabinets, board games, and the gear that turns your garage into a gaming sanctuary. Expect news, deep-dives, interviews, and the occasional philosophical musing on why grown men still chase high scores. New episodes every other Monday.

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]]> false Lawrence Adams midlifearcade@gmail.com 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 modernmaninsearchofhighscores episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1743969641657-8088d3ce-2e1b-432c-9958-1d7ef6670330.jpeg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/modernmaninsearchofhighscores Modern Man in Search of High Scores Unsolved Mysteries Unsolved Mysteries Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:00:00 GMT 42:19 699a9fb468ec8626d2a8b6ee true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/699a9fb468ec8626d2a8b6ee 699a9fb468ec8626d2a8b6ee 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full In this episode Lawrence and Dean hit the road for one of the strangest pinball pilgrimages yet: a visit to the legendary Winchester Mystery House, where staircases lead nowhere, doors open into walls, and somehow there’s a pinball machine based on it. It's also time to catch 'em all in arcade and pinball news.


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]]> Learning to Cradle Your Balls Learning to Cradle Your Balls Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT 1:02:35 6976d8b679d88bc8eeabfa46 false https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/6976d8b679d88bc8eeabfa46 6976d8b679d88bc8eeabfa46 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 16 Episode 16 of Modern Man in Search of High Scores is in session, and it’s time to hit the books—pinball style. We’re heading back to school to break down essential pinball moves and techniques designed to take you from total noob to pro… or, at the very least, from noob to not-so-noob. Whether you’re trying to gain control, extend your ball times, or finally understand what your flippers are supposed to be doing, this one’s for you. Plus, as always, we put a cherry on top with the latest arcade and pinball news.


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]]> Episode 16 of Modern Man in Search of High Scores is in session, and it’s time to hit the books—pinball style. We’re heading back to school to break down essential pinball moves and techniques designed to take you from total noob to pro… or, at the very least, from noob to not-so-noob. Whether you’re trying to gain control, extend your ball times, or finally understand what your flippers are supposed to be doing, this one’s for you. Plus, as always, we put a cherry on top with the latest arcade and pinball news.


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]]> Holiday Special When Lit Holiday Special When Lit Mon, 22 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT 48:44 6948a1574c1c9c7f2b2e3655 true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/6948a1574c1c9c7f2b2e3655 6948a1574c1c9c7f2b2e3655 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 15

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]]> For Controversies Sake For Controversies Sake Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT 36:44 693667c2eab4d846e04acfe9 true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/693667c2eab4d846e04acfe9 693667c2eab4d846e04acfe9 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 14 On this episode of MMISOHS, Dean and Lawrence cover the current list of ever-growing controversies across the pinball landscape in an attempt to make sense of the madness that is the pinball hobby. We also have a very special holiday message for all of out listeners, so be sure to stay tuned for that; as you might walk away with something extra in your stocking. Plus, arcade and pinball news. Reach out to us at insearchofhighscores@gmail.com


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]]> On this episode of MMISOHS, Dean and Lawrence cover the current list of ever-growing controversies across the pinball landscape in an attempt to make sense of the madness that is the pinball hobby. We also have a very special holiday message for all of out listeners, so be sure to stay tuned for that; as you might walk away with something extra in your stocking. Plus, arcade and pinball news. Reach out to us at insearchofhighscores@gmail.com


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]]> The Machines that Saved Pinball The Machines that Saved Pinball Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMT 1:07:06 691a94f5e42e3466f2ed0ec4 false https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/691a94f5e42e3466f2ed0ec4 691a94f5e42e3466f2ed0ec4 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 13 In this episode Dean and Lawrence talk the machines that saved pinball from the dark ages, that period between 2000 and 20016 where the survival of the hobby was in serious doubt. Also arcade and pinball news, and there is a whole lotta stuff to gab about; but if we're gonna do it you gotta say our name three times...


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]]> In this episode Dean and Lawrence talk the machines that saved pinball from the dark ages, that period between 2000 and 20016 where the survival of the hobby was in serious doubt. Also arcade and pinball news, and there is a whole lotta stuff to gab about; but if we're gonna do it you gotta say our name three times...


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]]> A Virtual Tour of a Magical Portal A Virtual Tour of a Magical Portal Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT 1:07:25 68e2ef0b965488b63ac7b088 true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/68e2ef0b965488b63ac7b088 68e2ef0b965488b63ac7b088 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 12 In this episode of Modern Man in Search of High Scores, Lawrence and Dean broadcast from their usual spot—Nine and Three-Quarters Pinball Arcade in Soquel, California, but this time the duo run through every machine on location, sharing quick reviews, honest opinions, and a few surprises along the way. Plus, catch up on the latest arcade and pinball news from around the scene.


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]]> In this episode of Modern Man in Search of High Scores, Lawrence and Dean broadcast from their usual spot—Nine and Three-Quarters Pinball Arcade in Soquel, California, but this time the duo run through every machine on location, sharing quick reviews, honest opinions, and a few surprises along the way. Plus, catch up on the latest arcade and pinball news from around the scene.


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]]> Live with Imoto Harney Live with Imoto Harney Mon, 22 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMT 41:23 68d07d51f5e00f6ca4253f29 false https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/68d07d51f5e00f6ca4253f29 68d07d51f5e00f6ca4253f29 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 11 Dean and Lawrence welcome the one and only Imoto Harney—pinball repair expert, media personality, and all-around arcade adventurer. From internet pinball tutorials to traveling the world documenting the game’s culture, Imoto shares her journey into the silverball scene, her favorite machines, and the wild stories that come with keeping pinball alive. Tune in for insider tips, behind-the-scenes tales, and a dose of the infectious energy that’s made Imoto a fan favorite across platforms.


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]]> Dean and Lawrence welcome the one and only Imoto Harney—pinball repair expert, media personality, and all-around arcade adventurer. From internet pinball tutorials to traveling the world documenting the game’s culture, Imoto shares her journey into the silverball scene, her favorite machines, and the wild stories that come with keeping pinball alive. Tune in for insider tips, behind-the-scenes tales, and a dose of the infectious energy that’s made Imoto a fan favorite across platforms.


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]]> <![CDATA[Sex & Pinball]]> Mon, 08 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMT 36:01 68be586aa4a9a4d945456439 true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/68be586aa4a9a4d945456439 68be586aa4a9a4d945456439 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 10 On this episode of MMISOHS it's Sex & Pinball. That's right, we are talking about the influence of sex in pinball art on the game and industry we know and love. Plus home arcade and pinball news.


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]]> On this episode of MMISOHS it's Sex & Pinball. That's right, we are talking about the influence of sex in pinball art on the game and industry we know and love. Plus home arcade and pinball news.


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]]> Special Guest Matthew Talley Special Guest Matthew Talley Mon, 25 Aug 2025 13:00:00 GMT 55:19 68aba541de10ce2ec1128c3e true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/68aba541de10ce2ec1128c3e 68aba541de10ce2ec1128c3e 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 9 On this very special episode of Modern Man in Search of High Scores, Dean and Lawrence have traveled down to Lynn's Arcade in Seaside, CA to interview Matthew Talley. Matthew is well known in the community for his work (and play) at Lynn's, as well as his appearances on PinTech Live on the Marco YouTube and Twitch channels. He has been up and down the coast of California, teching for tournaments great and small, and we got him to take time out of his very busy schedule to put down his nut-drivers and pickup a microphone.


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]]> On this very special episode of Modern Man in Search of High Scores, Dean and Lawrence have traveled down to Lynn's Arcade in Seaside, CA to interview Matthew Talley. Matthew is well known in the community for his work (and play) at Lynn's, as well as his appearances on PinTech Live on the Marco YouTube and Twitch channels. He has been up and down the coast of California, teching for tournaments great and small, and we got him to take time out of his very busy schedule to put down his nut-drivers and pickup a microphone.


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]]> The Year Was 1992 The Year Was 1992 Mon, 11 Aug 2025 21:33:10 GMT 27:37 689a6196e6e5400d4783a8a2 true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/689a6196e6e5400d4783a8a2 689a6196e6e5400d4783a8a2 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 8 On this episode of Modern Man in Search of High Scores, Lawrence and Dean discuss the evolution of Williams in the early nineties, fixes big and small, as well as the latest in home arcade and pinball news.


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]]> On this episode of Modern Man in Search of High Scores, Lawrence and Dean discuss the evolution of Williams in the early nineties, fixes big and small, as well as the latest in home arcade and pinball news.


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]]> <![CDATA[The Operator's Dilemma]]> Mon, 28 Jul 2025 13:00:00 GMT 33:17 68869923e0a86cc3ab9d5a0f true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/68869923e0a86cc3ab9d5a0f 68869923e0a86cc3ab9d5a0f 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 7 Modern Man in Search of High Scores, Lawrence Adams and Dean Roblee discuss California Extreme, cover recent developments surrounding Jack Danger, and introduce a new segment called The Operator’s Dilemma. Also included: the latest pinball and arcade news.

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]]> Modern Man in Search of High Scores, Lawrence Adams and Dean Roblee discuss California Extreme, cover recent developments surrounding Jack Danger, and introduce a new segment called The Operator’s Dilemma. Also included: the latest pinball and arcade news.

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]]> Tales of the Santa Cruz Nights Tales of the Santa Cruz Nights Mon, 23 Jun 2025 13:00:00 GMT 54:35 6858b92adc316de3df2412a1 false https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/6858b92adc316de3df2412a1 6858b92adc316de3df2412a1 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 6 In this episode, we talk all things Harry Potter, we reminisce about finally playing King Kong, and we deep dive an all time great, Tales of the Arabian Nights (or TOTAN if you're nasty). Plus all that sweet, sweet repair talk. You don't wanna miss this one.


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]]> In this episode, we talk all things Harry Potter, we reminisce about finally playing King Kong, and we deep dive an all time great, Tales of the Arabian Nights (or TOTAN if you're nasty). Plus all that sweet, sweet repair talk. You don't wanna miss this one.


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]]> <![CDATA[Live from Platform 9 & 3/4]]> Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:00:00 GMT 39:20 68463372b5ac093b0c911ad4 true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/68463372b5ac093b0c911ad4 68463372b5ac093b0c911ad4 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 5 Welcome to the show the new co-host to Lawrence Adams and a welcome edition to Modern Man in Search of High Scores, he is the owner and operator of Nine and Three-Quarters pinball arcade in Soquel, California, Dean Roblee!


We talk current news and rumors, what we're playing, and what we're fixing. If you're into pure fun and nonsense, and we know you are, you won't wanna miss it!


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]]> Welcome to the show the new co-host to Lawrence Adams and a welcome edition to Modern Man in Search of High Scores, he is the owner and operator of Nine and Three-Quarters pinball arcade in Soquel, California, Dean Roblee!


We talk current news and rumors, what we're playing, and what we're fixing. If you're into pure fun and nonsense, and we know you are, you won't wanna miss it!


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]]> <![CDATA[The Shadow Knows... I'm gonna keep playing]]> Tue, 27 May 2025 03:02:59 GMT 22:16 68352b642780b226c70c1882 true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/68352b642780b226c70c1882 68352b642780b226c70c1882 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 4

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]]> <![CDATA[It's a mad, mad, mad, mad world of pinball]]> Mon, 12 May 2025 16:05:51 GMT 28:25 68221c60365a6906d3615b0b true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/68221c60365a6906d3615b0b 68221c60365a6906d3615b0b 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 3 Today on Modern Man in Search of High Scores we discuss the cost of new games, what people are saying (and wonder why the hell they are saying it), as well as discuss the ups and downs and ups of pinball ownership. Plus, a new co-host on the horizon?


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]]> Today on Modern Man in Search of High Scores we discuss the cost of new games, what people are saying (and wonder why the hell they are saying it), as well as discuss the ups and downs and ups of pinball ownership. Plus, a new co-host on the horizon?


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]]> <![CDATA[Gomez's... George Gomez's... Bond... James Bond]]> Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT 18:58 6805ccd13605ee881cc3ac32 true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/6805ccd13605ee881cc3ac32 6805ccd13605ee881cc3ac32 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 2 On this episode of the program we discuss Stern's James Bond, new pins in the Midlife Arcade, and new arcade and pinball in general. What's coming, what's going, and where's it going too.


Welcome to Modern Man in Search of High Scores, from the MIDLIFE arcade, we are The Pinball Underground.


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]]> On this episode of the program we discuss Stern's James Bond, new pins in the Midlife Arcade, and new arcade and pinball in general. What's coming, what's going, and where's it going too.


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]]> Getting to Know You Getting to Know You Sun, 06 Apr 2025 20:10:06 GMT 22:45 67f2df9f3292c8a68e72d5a5 true https://shows.acast.com/modernmaninsearchofhighscores/episodes/67f2df9f3292c8a68e72d5a5 67f2df9f3292c8a68e72d5a5 67f2de033292c8a68e720354 full 1 1 Welcome to Modern Man in Search of High Scores. Today on the show I introduce myself to y'all, and talk about my current home arcade, beginnings in the hobby, and talk a little bit about what I hope to bring you with this show overall.


You can also catch me on YouTube, X, and Facebook @MidlifeArcade for gameplay livestreams and more!

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]]> Welcome to Modern Man in Search of High Scores. Today on the show I introduce myself to y'all, and talk about my current home arcade, beginnings in the hobby, and talk a little bit about what I hope to bring you with this show overall.


You can also catch me on YouTube, X, and Facebook @MidlifeArcade for gameplay livestreams and more!

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