About this episode

This episode explores the complex legacy of pinball designer John Trudeau, discussing his contributions to the industry and the controversies surrounding his personal conduct.

Want to Support the Show? Visit Our Patreon at www.patreon.com/silverballchronicles or pick up a tee shirt at https://silverballswag.com/collections/silverball-chronicles The pinball industry is like a mirror to society. Pinball is not immune to scandal or terrible people. Case in point, John Trudeau. One of pinballs most creative and wacky designers, but also the worst person in pinball. Can you separate the art from the artist or should you? Join us this month as we review how John was introduced to pinball, his early career, working at the shoe string budget years of Gottlieb and then the boom in Williams. We also review why John is a considered a piece of garbage and how he destroyed the legacy of his games. Sources: Topcast Podcast - Ep 10 – John Trudeau - Ep 17 – Roger Sharpe - Ep 37 – Joe Kaminkow TNT Amusements Youtube - Caribbean Cruise. Here Pinball News. John Trudeau Charges. Here

People in this episode

Hosts: David Dennis, Ron Hallett

Topics covered

• pinball history
• John Trudeau
• game design
• industry scandals
• art vs artist

Keywords

• pinball
• John Trudeau
• Gottlieb
• Williams
• game design
• scandal
• legacy

Sponsors

Patreon, Silverball Swag

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Gottlieb, Williams, Topcast Podcast, TNT Amusements, Here Pinball News

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