HeyJaredModern Man in Search of High Scores
Hosted by Lawrence Adams — the mind behind Midlife Arcade and The Pinball Underground — this biweekly podcast dives headfirst into the flashing lights and nostalgia of home arcade culture.
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Congo vs King Kong (opens the original)
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This week on Modern Man in Search of High Scores, Lawrence and Dean settle one of the most important questions ever asked in an arcade: Congo or King Kong? Two giant apes enter the arena, but only one can claim the GC. And this time, Lawrence and Dean aren't alone. They're joined in the arcade by Banyan Wools, a 13-year-old pinball phenom who is absolutely tearing up the California tournament scene. We talk to Banyan about competing against players twice — and sometimes three times — his age, wh
Sonic the Hedgehog vs Transformers (opens the original)
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This week on Modern Man in Search of High Scores, we’re putting two brand-new 2026 pinball machines into the ring: Jersey Jack’s Sonic the Hedgehog versus Stern’s Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye. It might be completely insane to compare these two machines so soon after launch, but that’s exactly what we’re here to do. Speed, flow, ramps, targets, toys, rules, and all the glorious chaos of modern pinball — which one comes out on top? Plus, Lawrence Adams and Dean Roblee dive into the latest
Jurassic Park vs The Walking Dead (opens the original)
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This week on Modern Man in Search of High Scores, Lawrence and Dean go head-to-head with two of Stern Pinball's biggest licensed titles: Jurassic Park vs. The Walking Dead. Dinosaurs or zombies? We'll break down the rules, shots, toys, music, callouts, and overall gameplay, and present the most important awards in pinball, before deciding which machine comes out on top. Plus, arcade and pinball news, including Barrels of Fun's new Bon Jovi pinball machine, the latest from Stern and the hime arca
Pulp Fiction vs Ghostbusters (opens the original)
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In this episode, Lawrence and Dean take on one of their toughest pinball matchups yet, pitting Stern's Ghostbusters (2016) against Chicago Gaming Company's Pulp Fiction (2023). One machine captures the magic of childhood, the other channels the cool factor of cult cinema—but which one ultimately comes out on top? The hosts compare theme integration, gameplay philosophy, artwork, sound, challenge, and staying power while sharing stories about what makes both games modern classics. Before the show
Attack from Mars vs Medieval Madness (opens the original)
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For decades, fans have argued over which Brian Eddy masterpiece deserves the crown. Is it the frantic alien invasion of Attack from Mars or the fantasy adventure and castle-crushing chaos of Medieval Madness ? Lawrence and Dean break down the gameplay, rules, callouts, flow, humor, artwork, replayability, and lasting legacy of both machines to see which one truly earns the GC. We'll also catch you up on the latest arcade and pinball news, including recent industry announcements, new game release
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