Ep 122: The Jack is Back! With Jack Guarnieri

Jack Guarnieri, founder and CEO of Jersey Jack Pinball, discusses the Elton John pinball machine: its inspiration, licensing complexity, design philosophy, and the strategic hire of legendary designer Steve Ritchie. He addresses pricing criticism, explains cost drivers (licensing, assets, development), and defends Jersey Jack's premium positioning while reflecting on broader market dynamics, collector behavior, and the democratization of themes beyond traditional rock/metal IP.