Free Play Podcast
We'd like to welcome you to subscribe to the Free Play Arcade Podcast. This weekly podcast goes in to all things Free Play - whether it be retro arcade games, vintage parts collecting, retro-inspired movies, events, and more!Featuring uploads every Mondays, this is one of the best ways to keep up to date with the world of Free Play. Link to our Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSTq00oVdKY_RmOH3npG6lQ
Episodes
80 episodes
Billy Mitchell has WON (The "Mitch" is Back!)
Billy Mitchell's high scores have now been reinstated by Twin Galaxies as a part of a "historical database" on its website. Needless to say...the "Mitch" is Back! What are Corey, Kelsie, and Arthur's take on this? Well lets find out!To ...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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1:06:36
Billy Mitchell is Screwed Now...
A round table discussion on the current posture of the discovery process in Billy Mitchell's main case against Twin Galaxies.Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play. To learn more about Free Play, check o...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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1:09:54
Billy Mitchell and the Joystick of DOOM! And other Free Play news...
Have you heard about the newest controversy surrounding Billy Mitchell? That's right, we are discussing the Mortgage Brokers Association Photo and If it matters. Also get the groups opinions on some of the newest arcade games.
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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1:29:53
We Are Back!
On this episode of The Free Play Podcast, we catch up on what has been going on since we made our last podcast over 3 years ago. Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play. To learn more about Free...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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1:14:14
We Talk Indie Arcade Games!
Free Play has quite a few indie arcade games, including Killer Queen, DeathBall, and more. Which ones are our favorites, and why?Check out our Killer Queen Longplay by clicking here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ea077J-BfioCheck ...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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52:15
The Laws that Dictate Arcades | Real Lawyers React
On this episode of The Free Play Podcast, Corey & Kelsie talk about the laws that they have to deal with on a daily basis in order to run multiple arcades.Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play.
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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1:14:36
Arcade1UP Pinball?? | Here we go again...
Arcade1UP announced new pinball machines...they're not great.Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play. To learn more about Free Play Richardson, check out:http://freeplayrichardson.com/To ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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52:17
Our Thoughts on Competitive Cheating
The Houston Astros cheating scandal has gotten us thinking...from Billy Mitchell to even our local casual play, we wanted to discuss how we feel about cheating. It might be a little more complicated than you might think.Be sure to subsc...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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57:56
PART 2! - Discussion w/Arcade Legend Ben Gold
Ben Gold is one of the original members of the Twin Galaxies U.S. National Video Game Team. He toured throughout the 1980s with other huge names like Billy Mitchell and Walter Day, breaking records and leaving a lasting arcade legacy. As it tur...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:03:22
The TRUTH About those Atari Hotels...
Atari got tons of media attention when they announced their plan to open several Atari-themed hotels...but will they ever actually get built?Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play. To learn more abo...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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55:55
Discussion w/Arcade Legend Ben Gold! Original Twin Galaxies Touring Player
Ben Gold is one of the original members of the Twin Galaxies U.S. National Video Game Team. He toured throughout the 1980s with other huge names like Billy Mitchell and Walter Day, breaking records and leaving a lasting arcade legacy. As it tur...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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57:42
2019: Free Play Arcade Year in Review - Part 2
2019 was an insane year for Free Play, and on this special travel podcast, we go over all of our favorite events from the last year. Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play. To learn more about ...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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47:28
2019: Free Play Arcade Year in Review - Part 1
2019 was an insane year for Free Play, and on this special travel podcast, we go over all of our favorite events from the last year. Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play. To learn more about ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:03:15
Let's Talk About Free Play Fort Worth!
Several weeks after Free Play Fort Worth's Soft Open, Chris and Corey discuss how things are going at our newest location.Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play. To learn more about Free Play Richar...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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27:22
Are Some Arcade Games "Girly"?
On this special driving podcast, Corey & Kelsie discuss a sometimes heated topic: are some arcade games "girly", or made specifically for a female market?Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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41:47
An Interview With The (Maybe Real?) Mike B
On this episode of the Free Play Podcast, the guys talk to one of the most prolific fans of Free Play...and their frequent event DJ: Mike B. There are several Mike B's in the Free Play universe. We think this might be the real one?Be su...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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45:14
It's Really Stressful Opening Up an Arcade
Corey recorded this podcast several weeks ago right in the midst of the final push to finish Free Play Fort Worth. He opens up about how stressful it can be to open up a brand new location, even when the core business is thriving - and how he g...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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22:14
Favorite Video Games: Our Desert Island Picks!
On this episode of The Free Play Podcast, Chris, Arthur, and Stephanie discuss their Desert Island arcade games.Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play. To learn more about Free Play Richardson, chec...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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53:45
Our Personal LEAST FAVORITE Arcade Games!
Not everyone loves what others consider to be classic arcade games. On this episode of the Free Play Podcast, Chris, Stephanie, and Arthur go over their personal least favorite games - even if they may be somewhat...controversial.Be sur...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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45:17
How We Stream Retro Arcade Games!
Practically since we first opened, we've prioritized our retro arcade game live streams. It's been a difficult process to get to where we're at now, and people always ask how we do it. On this episode of The Free Play Podcast, we want to answer...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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48:03
Our Final Thoughts on Billy Mitchell - His Kill Screens, The Cheating, And More | Part 2
It feels like this is an end of a Free Play saga. We've gone through highs and lows...but now it's come to an end.Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play. To learn more about Free Play Richardson, ch...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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1:05:37
Our Final Thoughts on Billy Mitchell - His Kill Screens, The Cheating, And More | Part 1
It feels like this is an end of a Free Play saga. We've gone through highs and lows...but now it's come to an end.Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all things Free Play. To learn more about Free Play Richardson, ch...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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46:25
Huge Billy Mitchell News! New Donkey Kong & Pac-Man Attempts!
Saturday 10/19/19, Billy Mitchell will be making two kill screen attempts: one for Pac-Man and one for Donkey Kong. Both of these runs will be done on Free Play machines, Pac-Man being at Retropalooza and Donkey Kong being at Free Play Arlingto...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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26:25
One of our Most Talented Arcade Players! A Discussion with Dylan Smith
Dylan Smith is a long-time Free Play regular who has become one of our most talented generalist players. He holds Free Play records from over 70 games and has won plenty of our tournaments. On this episode of The Free Play Podcast, Dylan talks ...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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37:57
The AWESOME Arcade Art of Josh Featherstone
On this episode of the Free Play Podcast, the guys talk with Josh Featherstone - Free Play's in-house artist. He's brought tons of retro arcade-themed pieces to life, from shirts to fully blown custom arcade cabinets.Be sure to subscrib...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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1:05:26