Open Coin Door Podcast
Open Coin Door Podcast
Podcast Description
Hosted by Tim Owens, owner of Reclaim Arcade, and joined by Collins Wetzel, the Open Coin Door Podcast takes you behind the scenes of running a retro arcade in Fredericksburg, Virginia. From discussions of how certain games are found and selected, challenges that integrating food and beverage can bring, to how we plan and execute events, this podcast peels back the curtain and provides insight into the world of operating such a unique entertainment venue.
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The show focuses on topics related to arcade operations, such as game selection processes, event planning, and the integration of food and beverage services. Examples of episodes include discussions on organizing tournaments like the Stars & Stripes Pinball Tournament, adding new games to the lineup, and the logistics of hosting live music events, all while addressing the unique challenges that come with managing an arcade.
Hosted by Tim Owens, owner of Reclaim Arcade, and joined by Collins Wetzel, the Open Coin Door Podcast takes you behind the scenes of running a retro arcade in Fredericksburg, Virginia. From discussions of how certain games are found and selected, challenges that integrating food and beverage can bring, to how we plan and execute events, this podcast peels back the curtain and provides insight into the world of operating such a unique entertainment venue.
This week on the Open Coin Door podcast, we dive into the highs and headaches of running big events at Reclaim Arcade. From karaoke night technical meltdowns (and how our AV hero saved the day) to a marathon 12-hour Labor Day pinball tournament with over 70 players, we share behind-the-scenes stories, lessons learned, and new ideas for keeping the arcade experience fresh. We also talk about the challenges of long karaoke queues, experimenting with new formats, the role of community support, and how seasonal shifts (and even football season) impact arcade traffic.
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