Business of Betting Podcast

E280 - Isaac Rose Berman

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:19:49 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Isaac Rose Berman, gambling policy fellow, writer, and bettor, for an in-depth conversation on youth exposure to gambling, social media algorithms, prediction markets, and what effective responsible gambling policy should actually look like.

Hear them discuss:
00:00 – Introductions, Isaac’s background, and navigating credibility as a young voice in gambling research
02:30 – Isaac’s path from poker and sports betting to journalism, research, and policy work
06:30 – Underage gambling exposure, loot boxes, fantasy sports, and why kids are seeing gambling content without seeking it out
10:30 – The “gamified” nature of modern life, social media algorithms, and how gambling content spreads organically

14:30 – Why social media may pose a greater risk to young people than gambling itself
18:30 – Practical regulatory ideas: opt-out limits, schedulable cool-off periods, and separating sportsbook and casino apps
22:00 – Micro-betting vs. live betting, addiction risk, and why banning micro-bets may make sense
26:00 – Same-game parlays as entertainment products vs. high-frequency betting behavior
30:00 – Prediction markets, regulatory arbitrage, and whether sportsbooks will remain the dominant betting product
34:30 – Advertising, athlete endorsements, and why gambling ads generate universal fatigue
38:30 – Gambling education, parental conversations, and what modern gambling literacy should actually teach young people

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E279 - Seth Young from High Roller

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:14:36 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Seth Young, CEO of High Roller, for a wide-ranging conversation on prediction markets, public company dynamics, regulation, responsible gambling, and why the next wave of gaming may look very different from the last.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 – Seth’s background in gaming, law, and poker, and why prediction markets caught his attention at this moment

03:00 – The rapid rise of prediction markets, whether the space is getting “frothy,” and how consumer behavior is changing

04:30 – High Roller’s stock volatility following its prediction market announcement and how Seth thinks about public market pressure

08:00 – Competitive dynamics in prediction markets and what it takes to move beyond first-mover hype

11:30 – Licensing strategy, Canada expansion, and why U.S. market entry remains complex

13:00 – Prediction markets as audience-building tools and potential gateways into regulated gaming

16:30 – Supreme Court implications, states’ rights, and why government involvement is inevitable at scale

20:00 – Responsible gambling in prediction markets and why guardrails matter even outside traditional betting

24:00 – Could prediction markets extend into casino-style outcomes and other controversial frontiers?

28:00 – What’s next for High Roller, emerging trends in gaming, and Seth’s long-term outlook on the industry

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E278 - Michael "Mando" Anderson from Yeet

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:46:59 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Michael “Mando” Anderson, Co-founder of Yeet and longtime crypto entrepreneur, for a wide-ranging conversation on crypto casinos, sportsbook innovation, prediction markets, regulation, and how AI is reshaping gambling, media, and business more broadly.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 – Mando’s background on Wall Street, his move into crypto, and the path that led him to gambling and media
02:30 – The founding of Yeet and why trust, transparency, and founder visibility matter in crypto gambling
05:00 – Competing in a space dominated by giants like Stake and why Yeet focuses on VIPs and community-first growth
08:00 – Launching a crypto sportsbook, regulatory realities, and why prediction markets are a different animal
11:00 – Regulation, enforcement uncertainty, and why the gambling landscape feels like a modern Wild West
14:00 – Prediction markets, insider advantage, and whether markets actually lead to “truth”
20:00 – NFTs, meme coins, and separating hype from real, lasting use cases
23:00 – Gamification, generational risk-taking, and the economic pressures driving betting behavior
26:00 – How AI is shrinking teams, replacing workflows, and changing how gambling businesses are built
29:00 – Why human connection, trust, and brand still matter in an AI-driven future
31:00 – Final thoughts on innovation, adaptability, and what’s coming next for betting and crypto

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E277 - Danny Funt

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:06:58 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Danny Funt, journalist and author of Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling, for an in-depth conversation on the legalization of sports betting, industry incentives, responsible gambling, and how betting is reshaping sports culture.

Hear them discuss:

00:00 – Danny’s background covering sports betting, the origins of Everybody Loses, and why he wanted to avoid writing a one-sided hit piece on the industry

03:00 – The historical context behind legalized sports betting, from early league opposition to the post-PASPA explosion

06:00 – Reporting challenges, access issues, and which major operators and leagues declined to participate in the book

08:00 – VIP bettors, sportsbook incentives, and why a small group of customers drives a disproportionate share of industry revenue

11:00 – Sports betting, cultural gamification, and concerns around youth exposure and normalization

15:00 – Responsible gambling efforts inside sportsbooks and what surprised Danny most during his reporting

19:00 – Team partnerships, exclusive VIP perks, and how access to sports experiences is used to retain high-value bettors

22:00 – Where the industry is making progress, including funding for treatment and counseling

24:00 – Prediction markets, DFS parallels, and the regulatory gray areas creating friction with lawmakers

28:00 – How betting changes fandom, emotional investment, and the way fans experience sports

31:00 – Industry reaction to the book, media framing, and what Danny hopes comes next for sports betting regulation

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E276 - Adam Chernoff

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:06:13 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Adam Chernoff, sports betting analyst and founder of adamchernoff.com, for a wide-ranging conversation on betting markets, media, content, and where value still exists in an increasingly efficient ecosystem.

Hear them discuss:

00:00 – Adam’s unconventional career path across betting, media, casino operations, and content creation, and why labels don’t fully capture his role in the industry

05:00 – How betting markets have evolved over the past decade, why edges are harder to find, and what that means for modern bettors

09:30 – The growing influence of narrative, media personalities, and public perception on betting lines and market movement

14:00 – Why information is no longer the advantage it once was, and how execution and discipline now matter more than raw insight

18:30 – Content vs. betting: how Adam thinks about building trust with an audience without selling false certainty or hype

22:30 – The role of technology, data, and automation in betting, and where human judgment still outperforms models

26:00 – Why most bettors misunderstand bankroll management, risk tolerance, and long-term sustainability

30:00 – Adam’s perspective on prediction markets, pricing efficiency, and whether they truly threaten traditional sportsbooks

34:00 – Media incentives, engagement-driven content, and the tension between education and entertainment

38:00 – What Adam would focus on today if he were starting over in the betting industry

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E275 - John Gordon from Incentive Games

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by John Gordon, Founder & CEO of Incentive Games, for a deep dive into free-to-play gaming, behavioral science, and why engagement—not acquisition—is becoming the most valuable currency in modern iGaming.

Hear them discuss:

00:00 – John’s background in chemical engineering and how an analytical mindset shaped his approach to gaming and product design

02:30 – Buying and running a fifth-division football club in Cyprus and the surprising parallels between sports ownership and gaming

05:00 – The origins of Incentive Games and how an early fantasy betting concept evolved into a global free-to-play platform

07:00 – The psychology behind free-to-play games: motivation, habit formation, and why engagement beats bonuses

09:30 – Responsible gaming, regulation, and why free-to-play products can support safer player behavior

11:30 – Expanding into real-money games, including crash and arcade-style formats

14:00 – Why retention and engagement drive more long-term value than aggressive acquisition strategies

16:00 – How Incentive Labs uses data, cadence, and timing to optimize player experiences

18:00 – High-value players vs. bonus abusers and why free-to-play resonates with VIP audiences

20:00 – Innovation gaps in iGaming and where John believes the next big opportunities lie

24:00 – Personalization, volatility preferences, and the future of engagement-led game design

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E274 - Derek Stevens from Circa Resort & Casino

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Derek Stevens, Owner & CEO of Circa Resort & Casino, for a wide-ranging conversation on building one of Las Vegas’ most distinctive properties, the evolution of sports betting, the explosion of Circa Survivor, and why prediction markets pose an existential threat to state-regulated gaming.

Hear them discuss:

00:00 – Fremont Street’s resurgence, Circa’s role in downtown Vegas, and designing an elevated experience beyond hotel guests
04:30 – Vegas history, Steve Wynn’s influence, and why the Mirage changed casino design forever
09:00 – Stadium Swim skepticism, why investors doubted it, and how it became Circa’s signature attraction
11:00 – Derek’s unlikely path from Michigan manufacturing to casino ownership and the family business roots behind it
15:00 – The Stevens brothers’ partnership, division of responsibilities, and why it’s worked for decades
17:00 – Circa Sports’ expansion into online betting, proprietary technology, and choosing where the model actually fits
20:00 – State tax revenue, problem gambling funding, and why prediction markets undermine the regulated ecosystem
22:00 – DraftKings, FanDuel, and Fanatics entering prediction markets and why Derek believes it puts future licenses at risk
23:30 – The origin story of Circa Million and Circa Survivor and how Survivor became lightning in a bottle
25:00 – Circa Survivor’s growth to a $18.7M prize pool, five perfect entries, and why the contest resonates emotionally
27:30 – Derek’s pitch for Circa: sunshine, Stadium Swim year-round, best-in-class rooms, and real value in Vegas

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E273 - Adam Levitan from Establish The Run

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:56:25 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Adam Levitan, Co-founder of Establish The Run, to discuss the evolution of DFS, building durable betting media businesses, and what it really takes to maintain an edge in a competitive gambling landscape.

Hear them discuss:

00:00 – Lifestyle shifts, Colorado living, and opening banter
02:40 – Adam’s early career at Rotoworld and the founding of Established The Run
05:45 – Building ETR as a business: scalability, partnerships, and key-man risk
07:30 – The DFS boom, legacy media missteps, and leaving NBC
10:30 – DFS longevity, legality, and comparisons to poker ecosystems
13:45 – Content strategy, niche audiences, and the rise of solo pods
17:15 – Tournament vs. cash play and setting realistic bettor expectations
20:45 – Staying competitive: data investment, modeling, and hiring elite talent
25:00 – Parenting, gambling conversations, and work–life balance
31:00 – Sustainability, identity, and long-term thinking in betting and business

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E272 - Adam Small from Third Planet Media

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0400

On this year-end episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, host Jeff Edelstein is joined by Adam Small, Co-Founder of Third Planet Media. Adam shares candid insights into the evolution of affiliate marketing, the challenges facing media and SEO-driven businesses, and why Costa Rica holds a special place in his heart.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 – Adam Small’s background, his role at Third Planet, and joining the Business of Betting Podcast for the first time
02:30 – The current state of affiliate marketing and how the model has changed dramatically over the past decade
04:30 – Fragmentation in U.S. gambling media: regulated markets, sweepstakes, prediction markets, and offshore resurgence
06:30 – Why SEO and search traffic are becoming less reliable and what that means for media businesses
08:30 – Lessons from building PocketFives with $50 and why that era of affiliate marketing is gone
10:30 – Why modern gaming media companies must diversify beyond pure affiliate revenue
12:30 – Expansion strategies: tools, horizontal growth, and why major affiliates are moving beyond traditional models
15:00 – The rapid rise of InGame and why high-quality, trusted reporting filled a critical industry gap
18:00 – Building credibility in gambling journalism and earning trust from operators, regulators, and executives
21:00 – Adam’s entrepreneurial origin story, PocketFives, trivia nights, poker, and founding a company with friends
25:00 – The importance of relationships, networking, and long-term reputation in the gambling industry
28:00 – The reality of bad actors in gaming and hard lessons learned about trust in business
31:00 – Media independence vs. advertiser influence and why smaller outlets face unique pressures
35:00 – Costa Rica culture, relationships, and why the country leaves such a lasting impression
39:00 – Balancing business ambition, family life, and future plans across the U.S. and Costa Rica
41:00 – What’s next for Third Planet, lessons from working at a public company, and building for long-term impact

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E271 - Zaire Williams from Exclusive

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Zaire Williams, founder of Exclusive, on-the-ground acquisition specialist, and one of the most unique new-age affiliate operators working at the intersection of sports betting, influencer marketing, and experiential events.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 – How Zaire built a “new-age affiliate” using influencer content, live events, and face-to-face education to drive signups and why SEO isn’t part of their playbook.

02:00 – Why operators aren’t getting many new sportsbook users in 2025, and how Exclusive now converts bettors into social sportsbooks, sweepstakes, and research platforms.

03:00 – How Zaire’s first company used ambassadors in bars to walk people through KYC, and why operators pushed back ultimately leading to a more educational, higher-LTV model.

04:45 – Why older generations underestimate the power of creators, and how young bettors treat betting like everyday entertainment instead of gambling.

06:00 – Zaire break down how Roblox, gaming loot boxes, online marketplaces, and digital culture primed younger users to treat betting like another fun digital activity.

07:30 – Why loyalty programs don’t resonate, why parlays work as social currency, and how small rewards (like Starbucks or Sephora credits) could outperform massive bonuses.

09:30 – Micro-rewards, creator-led education, and loyalty designed around lifestyle not casino comps or high-roller incentives.

11:00 – Zaire discusses being one of the few Black operators in the space, how that became a superpower, and why diverse teams outperform in creator-driven ecosystems.

14:00 – About Jersey food, neighborhood culture, and how the state’s mix of communities prepares people to thrive in gaming.

16:00 – A breakdown of their playbook: creators, experiential events, education-focused onboarding, and targeted influencer content.

18:00 – From “I already have all the apps” to past negative experiences and how education, better tools, and improved UX reduce barriers.

20:00 – Why PolyMarket and Kalshi are becoming top priorities, and how Exclusive is positioning itself for U.S. elections, World Cup, and broader entertainment wagering.

22:00 – How Exclusive plans to grow with the industry: entertainment-first betting, creator ecosystems, and product education that goes beyond acquisition.

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E270 - Roxy Roxborough

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:54:44 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by legendary oddsmaker and gambling industry icon Roxy Roxborough to reflect on his career, the evolution of sports betting, and where the industry is headed next.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 - Roxy’s introduction and early memories of gambling culture

03:00 - How racetracks and pool halls shaped the early gambling ecosystem

07:30 - Building Las Vegas Sports Consultants and making odds for the world

12:30 - The rise of technology, computers, and early data-driven betting models

16:00 - Post-PASPA sports betting: what Roxy got right, what he got wrong

20:00 - Why FanDuel and DraftKings dominated—and legacy operators got left behind

24:00 - Prediction markets, taxation surprises, and what bettors don’t see coming

28:00 - Match fixing, integrity concerns, and whether gambling problems are truly new

31:00 - The gambler’s mindset and how it impacts real-life decision making

34:00 - Fashion, legacy, and lessons learned from a lifetime in betting

37:00 - Final thoughts on regulation, education, and the future of the industry

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E269 - Bill Miller from American Gaming Association

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:48:21 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Bill Miller, CEO of the American Gaming Association, for a deep dive into prediction markets, federal vs. state authority, industry fragmentation, and the future of U.S. gambling policy.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 – Bill’s journey to the AGA, his background at the Business Roundtable and U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and how he entered the gaming industry on the same day the Wire Act was reinterpreted
02:00 – The rapid rise of prediction markets, how CFTC involvement blindsided the industry, and why AGA sees loophole-based models as regulatory threats similar to skill games and sweepstakes
04:30 – The internal tensions leading to DraftKings, FanDuel, and Fanatics leaving the AGA, and why licensed operators joining prediction markets created an irreconcilable conflict with AGA’s mission
07:00 – Why offering sports contracts not elections or Oscars is what triggered the regulatory showdown, and how state regulators view the integrity of approved betting menus
08:30 – Industry fragmentation: the rise of new trade groups (Sports Betting Alliance & Coalition for Prediction Markets), how CEOs face shareholder pressure, and whether reunification is possible
11:00 – The legal battle ahead: federalism, states’ rights, tribal sovereignty, and why the AGA expects the dispute to reach the Supreme Court
14:00 – How prediction markets could undermine tribal exclusivity (e.g., Florida), state budgets, and federally recognized regulatory authority
18:00 – The “One Big Beautiful Bill,” why the AGA supported it, and how the late-added 90% loss deduction rule blindsided the industry—and the bipartisan effort underway to reverse it
24:00 – Bill’s experience representing Fortune 500 CEOs and how those relationships helped modernize cashless payments and banking integrations for casinos
29:00 – Texas & California outlooks: entrenched political roadblocks, tribal dynamics, and whether prediction markets could actually unify tribal interests
33:00 – G2E’s growth, what exhibitors really want, and how AGA navigates pre-show vs. on-floor engagement in the largest gaming conference in the world
37:00 – Bill on being a gambler, his favorite games (craps, blackjack, roulette), and why 2026 will be one of the most consequential years in gaming policy

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E268 - Shawn Fluharty

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:54:53 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Shawn Fluharty, West Virginia Delegate, President of NCLGS, and Head of Government Affairs at Play’n GO to break down the rapidly shifting U.S. gambling landscape, from prediction markets to sweepstakes crackdowns to the political realities shaping iCasino expansion.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 – Shawn’s path from journalism student to West Virginia legislator and the surprising way he ended up in gaming policy

03:00 – How West Virginia became an early adopter of sports betting and iCasino, and why integrity fees failed before they even started

05:00 – Why gaming policy remains bipartisan and how lawmakers think about consumer protection, revenue, and political optics

07:00 – The sweepstakes industry crackdown: why states view it as revenue leakage and why the model was always doomed

09:00 – Prediction markets, CFTC authority, and why Shawn believes the issue is heading toward the Supreme Court

12:00 – The danger of loophole-based gambling models and how regulators evaluate “if it walks like a duck…” arguments

14:00 – iCasino progress: which states are closest to legalizing next, and why education gaps stall legislative momentum

17:00 – The post-PASPA state-federal balance: who actually controls the future of U.S. gambling policy?

19:00 – Responsible gambling oversight, the shrinking gray market, and parallels between sweepstakes and historical horse racing

21:00 – The future of prediction markets, what happens if they scale, and whether they can coexist with casino-style outcomes

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E267 - Adam Kaplan from Astralis Capital Management

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 15:08:03 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Adam Kaplan, investor, operator, and long-time industry strategist working at the intersection of sports betting, DFS, prediction markets, and emerging gaming products.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 – How the pace of innovation since PASPA has completely reshaped the gaming landscape
02:00 – DraftKings & FanDuel’s decision to leave the AGA, what it signals, and why prediction markets are forcing operators to redraw alliances
03:15 – How big operators approach new products: build, buy, undermine… then build anyway and why speed now separates winners from laggards
04:50 – Who becomes dominant in prediction markets: PolyMarket, Kalshi, DraftKings, FanDuel, Robinhood and the power of cross-sell advantages
06:45 – Why everyone is entering prediction markets despite lower CAC/LTV economics and why public companies can’t afford to sit out
08:45 – Why land-based casino operators are staying away, and which companies are best positioned to launch direct-to-consumer prediction products
10:30 – Testing the boundaries: whether prediction markets will push into casino-style propositions and how regulators might respond
12:00 – The big question: Do prediction markets survive the courts? Will the fight reach the Supreme Court? What operators must hedge for.
13:30 – How investor pressure, stock performance, and regulatory risk are forcing operators to move quickly even without clarity on legality
16:00 – What PrizePicks could mean for U.S. market share, innovation cycles, and the next phase of digital gaming competition
18:50 – Emerging innovations bubbling under the surface: new gaming categories, regulatory interpretations, and tech-driven product shifts
20:15 – What the next 5–10 years might look like: consolidation vs. vertical specialization, crypto-integrated markets, and where Robinhood could disrupt the most

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E266 - Pierre Lindh from Next.io

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:11:04 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Next.io, for a wide-ranging conversation recorded live at G2E Las Vegas.

Hear them discuss:
00:00 – How Pierre began running a 150-player underground poker club at age 15
03:50 – The 2006 police raid that made national headlines and launched his gaming career
05:45 – Swedish poker culture, card-playing heritage, and why Texas Hold’em spread so quickly
09:00 – How live poker culture changed from social gatherings to headphones and sunglasses
12:00 – Building Next.io: 800+ global events and designing conferences for every personality type
15:00 – Why Malta became the world’s online-gambling capital
19:00 – Why Pierre’s identity is inseparable from Next.io and how he thinks about entrepreneurship
27:00 – The future of gambling: prediction markets, sweeps, skill games, and U.S. creativity
28:40 – The shrinking global gray market: why operators must choose regulated or unregulated paths
30:00 – Why the U.S. is brutally competitive and only a few operators can thrive
32:00 – Cultural differences in loyalty, trust, and brand adoption in gambling markets
36:40 – Closing thoughts from the G2E show floor

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E265 - Drew Tabor from Ungambled

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:31:36 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Drew Tabor, Founder of Ungambled, to break down the evolving world of bonus farming, account profiling, and how sharp bettors gain long-term edges in the modern U.S. sportsbook landscape.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 – Drew’s early background, from finishing every math class in his state to becoming the world’s #1 ranked Guitar Hero player and how that discipline shaped his entrepreneurial journey
03:00 – The origin story of Ungambled and why sharp bettors needed a more systematic way to bonus hedge and extend the lifespan of partner accounts
05:00 – How the Ungambled app deliberately violates sharp-betting heuristics to profile accounts as “high-limit squares”
07:00 – The logic behind hedging bonuses, manipulating CLV signals, and timing-based strategies that minimize detection
08:00 – Why female accounts statistically receive higher bonuses and how users scale earnings through partner accounts
09:00 – Building “aggressive bonus farming” systems that generate $10–$20K in two months and how VIP programs expand opportunity
12:00 – The future of Ungambled: hedging multi-book parlays, advanced modeling, and automation designed to scale
14:00 – The business philosophy of leverage software, capital, people, and one-to-many systems and how it informs Drew’s long-term vision
17:00 – Prediction markets, crypto casinos, and whether bonuses shrink or sustain as the industry matures
19:00 – Why Drew rarely bets recreationally anymore and why same-game parlays still hold a soft spot for him

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E264 - Bernard Marantelli from White Swan Data

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Bernard Marantelli, Founder of White Swan Data and Colossus Bets, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, the evolution of pool betting, and what innovation looks like in a changing global gaming landscape.

Hear them discuss:
01:00 – Bernard’s background growing up in a family of bookmakers and how that shaped his career in data, biotech, and gambling
02:00 – The Texas Lottery caper: why a 2023 jackpot became +EV, how Bernard’s team bought 25M+ tickets, and the massive logistical hurdles they overcame
05:00 – The math behind beating a state lottery, from permutations to public participation to splitting risk across millions of tickets
10:30 – What it actually looks like to print, store, and organize millions of physical lottery slips (including hiring an Uber driver on the spot)
15:00 – Introducing iBankroll: why crypto casinos have a liquidity and credibility problem and how his company underwrites VIP risk
17:00 – Understanding “Black Swan” risk for high-stakes casino action and why decentralized bankrolls reduce catastrophic exposure
22:00 – Why crypto casinos are growing fast globally as regulated markets tighten KYC, RG, and deposit limits
24:30 – Bernard’s candid take on prediction markets, their regulatory uncertainty, and why the economics, not politics, may determine who survives
30:00 – Lessons from a lifetime in gambling: building edge, information, diversification, and the constant search for expected value
38:00 – Why opportunities are cyclical, why secrecy isn’t always the winning strategy, and why the next “Texas moment” is unlikely under modern rules

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E263 - Casey Hurbis from BetMGM

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:53:27 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Casey Hurbis, Chief Marketing Officer of BetMGM, to talk about his path from automotive and mortgage marketing to leading one of the biggest brands in sports betting.

Hear them discuss:
01:00 – Casey’s career journey from Chrysler and Rocket Mortgage to the fast-paced world of gaming
03:00 – The surprising similarities between marketing cars, mortgages, and sportsbooks
05:00 – How BetMGM uses data-driven celebrity partnerships, from Jamie Foxx to Jon Hamm
08:00 – Building a brand rooted in entertainment, trust, and the MGM legacy
11:00 – Differentiating BetMGM in a crowded market through loyalty, experiences, and exclusives
14:00 – Why BetMGM aims to attract an “elevated player” and what “Make It Legendary” really means
17:00 – The growing crossover between sportsbook and iCasino players and how AI personalizes their journeys
22:00 – Marketing within tight regulations and embedding responsible gambling from the start
25:00 – How AI and rapid tech change are transforming marketing faster than ever before
29:00 – What the industry still gets wrong about brand-building and why long-term trust beats short-term promos

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E262 - Francesco Borgosano from Huddle

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:04:22 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Francesco Borgosano, CEO of Huddle.

Hear them discuss:

Francesco's unique journey from academia to the sports betting industry
The evolution of sports betting, particularly in the American market, and the impact of technology on betting practices
Integrity in betting and the need for collaborative efforts to address challenges
The role of data sharing and monitoring in ensuring fair practices within betting
The evolving role of AI in the sports betting industry, addressing misconceptions and the need for proper infrastructure
The growth of prop betting and the coexistence of prediction markets and traditional bookmakers
His outlook on the future of the sports betting industry

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E261 - Daniel Zimmermann from Verse Picks

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:38:25 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Daniel Zimmermann, CEO and Co-Founder of Verse Picks, the app bringing a “parlay anything” experience to the next generation of bettors.

Hear him discuss:

How his college experience running Barstool Syracuse sparked his entrepreneurial journey
The early days of Verse Gaming and the pivots from DFS to skill games to prediction markets
Why the team spent years building toward a “bet on anything” model — and how legality shaped its evolution
How Verse’s new “Parlay Anything” feature bridges the gap between traditional betting and prediction markets
Lessons from operating under the sweepstakes model and navigating shifting state regulations
His perspective on DraftKings, Kalshi, and the future of CFTC-approved prediction exchanges
The retention challenges facing prediction markets and how Verse plans to gamify the experience
Building a lean, agile startup team — and the value of staying alive through constant pivots
How younger generations see gambling differently, shaped by crypto, trading, and gamified culture
The long-term vision: becoming a top-tier prediction operator within five years

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E260 - Adam Robinson from American Bettor’s Voice

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Adam Robinson, CEO of Hireology and board member of the American Bettor’s Voice.

Hear them discuss:

02:00 – Adam’s background building Hireology and how he found his way into gaming policy
04:00 – Why he joined American Bettor’s Voice and how player limits inspired his advocacy
06:00 – The challenges of parenting in an era where gambling ads are everywhere
08:00 – Breaking down the “One Big Beautiful Bill” and the real risks of the proposed gambling tax
12:00 – How tax policy could drive bettors offshore and reshape state revenues
14:00 – New data from Massachusetts proving sharp bettors get limited more often
16:00 – The sports betting business model vs. prediction markets — and where regulation may land
18:30 – The “grand bargain” path for prediction markets, following Uber and Airbnb’s playbook
21:00 – Parallels between sports betting, financial markets, and probabilistic thinking
23:00 – Predicting human fit at work vs. predicting outcomes in sports — and how both rely on data
27:00 – How thinking like a gambler can improve decision-making in business and life

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E259 - Gadoon “Spanky” Kyrollos

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 13:35:34 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by legendary professional bettor Gadoon “Spanky” Kyrollos.

Hear them discuss:
02:00 – The origins of Spanky’s nickname and early identity in the betting world
03:00 – The story of Bet Bash: from rooftop meet-up to industry-defining event
06:00 – Founding the American Bettor’s Voice and advocating for players
07:30 – Balancing industry ventures with running a betting team
09:00 – How the betting landscape has changed, from bookies to account limitations
11:00 – Prediction markets: why Spanky hasn’t gone deep (yet)
12:00 – Escaping the Wall Street “rat race” and building a career in betting
16:30 – Lessons from gambling applied to parenting and life with a child with autism
22:00 – Growing up in Jersey City: hustling, losses, and turning points
26:00 – Spanky’s pro wrestling detour and the painful lessons learned in the ring
32:00 – Reflections on Jersey pride, diversity, and raising kids in the suburbs

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E258 - Adhi Rajaprabhakaran

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Adhi Rajaprabhakaran, writer, and author of the Substack 50 Cent Dollars.

Hear them discuss:
02:10 – Adhi’s background in economics and how he discovered prediction markets
04:15 – Lessons from trading during January 6th: finding edges in uncertainty
07:00 – Influence of Nate Silver’s The Signal and the Noise on his trading approach
09:50 – Key differences between prediction markets and traditional gambling
12:00 – Why Adhi writes about prediction markets
16:00 – Takeaways from the SEC–CFTC roundtable on prediction markets
20:15 – The introduction of parlays on Kalshi and their industry impact
25:30 – Forecasting when prediction markets could break into the mainstream
27:10 – Market controversies and rule challenges
32:00 – Prediction markets as information vs. sportsbooks as entertainment

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E257 - Jeff Edelstein from InGame

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:50:26 -0300

On this special episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason Trost is joined by Jeff Edelstein, writer at InGame. After hosting 86 episodes, Jason signs off as the show’s host, passing the microphone to Jeff as the new voice of the podcast.

Hear them discuss:

01:10 – Jason announces this will be his final episode and passes the torch to Jeff

01:51 – Jeff’s background and ambitions for the podcast

05:00 – Jeff’s vision for the future of the show

08:01 – Why Jeff aims to get to know each future guest on personal levels

12:19 – Jeff’s perspective on the sports betting industry and his relationship to it

15:20 – How Jeff approaches his role as a journalist in the industry

18:21 – Should sports betting and financial trading be regulated differently?

21:26 – Jeff’s view on the prediction markets and speculation vs. investment

23:10 – What the gambling industry might look like in 30 years

25:32 – Jason’s farewell and his next steps

25:40 – Reflecting on three years of hosting and what the podcast has meant to Jason

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E256 - RJ Heller from BankRoll U

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 14:06:04 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by RJ Heller, Co-Founder at BankRoll U.

Hear them discuss:
02:27 - What BankRoll U is and how it works
04:02 - How users at BankRoll U can convert virtual profits into real money
06:00 - The business model and how most users wash out
07:28 - How many bets it takes to pass a level at BankRoll U
08:10 - The niche BankRoll U fills in the betting ecosystem
10:00 - The legal framework BankRoll U operates under
12:59 - How RJ got into the sports betting space
14:59 - Whether BankRoll U teaches users about pricing and odds
17:57 - What it's like being an entrepreneur in Park City
20:53 - Jason’s take on remote work vs. in-person collaboration
25:06 - The creative freedom of running a B2C business

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E255 - Keith Whyte from Safer Gambling Strategies

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 15:42:52 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Keith Whyte, Founder & President at Safer Gambling Strategies LLC.

Hear them discuss:
01:24 - How Keith got into the space of problem gambling and responsible betting
02:16 - The definition of problem gambling vs. responsible gambling
05:35 - How gambling addiction compares to substance addictions like drugs or alcohol
07:25 - The gender breakdown of gambling addiction and who is most at risk
08:42 - Whether the form of gambling (sports betting, slots, etc.) changes addiction pathology
10:15 - Why gambling addiction is considered a “hidden addiction”
12:46 - What Keith wants betting executives to understand about addiction
17:28 - Keith’s view on operator responsibility and the need for regulatory clarity
20:50 - The challenges of affordability checks and drawing the line on responsible gambling
22:50 - The cost of regulation and its unintended consequences, especially for startups
27:00 - Jason and Keith dive into Kalshi and the convergence of trading and betting
30:50 - Empowering consumers with limit-setting tools and self-awareness
32:12 - Jason on why unfair pricing, not betting itself, is the real issue

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E254 - Alex Kane & David Huffman from Sporttrade

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 15:04:40 -0300

On this special guest-host episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Alex Kane, Founder & CEO of Sporttrade, steps in as host. He’s joined by David Huffman, Chief Operating Officer at Sporttrade.

Hear them discuss:

01:45 - How David transitioned into the betting industry from fintech
02:52 - The inspiration behind launching the “Bullish Predictions” newsletter
03:58 - Why the rise of prediction markets is legitimizing the betting exchange model
05:20 - Debunking the misconception that prediction markets have low margins
06:20 - What Robinhood’s event contracts mean for the future of sports prediction markets
09:47 - Breaking down Robinhood’s 3.57% effective hold rate
12:10 - How traditional sportsbooks’ promotional costs impact profitability
14:00 - The hidden operational costs that prediction markets avoid
18:10 - How Robinhood’s existing ecosystem gives it an edge in payment efficiency
20:50 - Why customers will benefit from lower margins and competition
23:33 - How Business of Betting helped Sporttrade get its start

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E253 - Davis Catlin from Discerning Capital

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 01:51:46 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Davis Catlin, Managing Partner at Discerning Capital, an investment firm focused on regulated gambling across sports, media, and technology.

Hear them discuss:
02:23 – How Discerning Capital supports startups that can't raise traditional capital
03:48 – Why sweepstakes businesses may struggle to raise capital going forward
05:29 – The “Big Beautiful Bill” and its proposal to limit gambling loss deductions
10:11 – Why unregulated models like sweeps and CFTC markets are gaining appeal
13:16 – Why startup sportsbooks can’t afford compliance in today’s environment
15:37 – Where Davis sees growth in category-agnostic infrastructure like payments
17:16 – Their thesis behind investing in challenger brands like Picklebet and Midnight
26:26 – How Davis explains the ethics of gambling to his kids, and reconciles it with faith

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E252 – Jason Trost on Zero Latency

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:07:09 -0300

On this special crossover episode of the Business of Betting podcast and Zero Latency: An Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Podcast, Jason Trost of Smarkets sits down with Brad Allen to explore the state of prediction markets, CFTC licensing, the regulatory battle over sports betting, and the future of exchanges in both the U.S. and U.K.

Hear them discuss:
01:08 – Why “prediction markets” are just rebranded betting exchanges in the U.S.
02:29 – The CFTC application path and why Smarkets is going for a full DCM license
04:43 – Why politics alone makes prediction markets worth doing
06:35 – Jason’s vision to turn Smarkets into a general trading platform
07:55 – Why sports betting tech is still stuck in the 1980s
09:04 – Can SGPs and exotic bets work under a CFTC model
13:32 – Will FanDuel or DraftKings acquire or build a U.S. exchange
16:45 – What killed UK exchange growth and how Smarkets plans to fix it

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E251 - Tony Trzeciak

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 13:51:18 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Tony Trzeciak, angel investor and founder, to talk about betting data, AI, personal resilience, and one of the most powerful personal stories ever shared on the show.

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This episode contains discussions of trauma, addiction, suicide, and recovery. Listener discretion is advised.

Hear them discuss:
01:48 – How Tony’s paralysis and AI intersected, leading to startup innovation
03:27 – The life-changing moment that inspired his journey into generative AI
05:59 – Meeting the right mentors and the pivot from finance to sports betting
09:09 – Why connection, not code, is his real superpower
12:36 – Why he’s betting on a white-label B2B model instead of trading
15:14 – Homeless as a teen: how military recruiters and high school teachers changed his life
21:00 – The surgery, the overdose, the moment he became paralyzed
28:51 – Why helping others is now his mission, through startups, gaming, and advocacy
41:41 – Why sharing his story is part of his healing, and his plan for a documentary series

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E250 - Office Hours with Jason

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 17:44:43 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason returns for another Office Hours session, where he answers listener questions about the betting industry, regulation, funding strategy, and more.

Hear him discuss:
02:00 – What Jason thinks about Illinois' new per-bet tax and FanDuel's surcharge from the perspectives of lawmakers, operators, and consumers
05:40 – Why the SBC America’s Conference was buzzing about prediction markets and federal regulatory potential
07:49 – What Jason learned from raising $30M — and how he'd approach a $50M round today
10:45 – Whether Twitter and Polymarket’s partnership is a gimmicky hook or has real value
12:10 – Jason’s blunt take on Elon Musk, Doge, Trump, and what it says about the U.S. political and fiscal direction

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E249 - Daniel Wallach from Wallach Legal

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:30:41 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Daniel Wallach, sports law expert and founder of Wallach Legal.

Hear them discuss:
04:35 - Daniel's leap from traditional law to sports betting and the challenges involved
06:08 - How Daniel became one of the first legal experts writing about sports betting
06:45 - The evolution of legal betting in New Jersey and Daniel’s early contributions
06:54 - Why appellate courts and the Supreme Court often get involved in major political cases
10:24 - Daniel’s opinion on the legality and process of sports prediction markets
12:36 - Why Daniel believes sports betting via the CFTC lacks congressional authorization
13:00 - The impact of Kalshi's operations on state-licensed betting ecosystems
17:00 - Daniel’s view on how Kalshi is skirting existing federal laws like the Wire Act
21:00 - How Kalshi's arguments for federal preemption may be flawed
34:44 - The challenges and delays in becoming a Designated Contract Market (DCM)
36:00 - How Kalshi may have accidentally discovered a legal loophole in sports prediction markets
39:00 - Can the CFTC’s self-certification model really regulate sports integrity?
41:40 - Are prediction markets more like financial instruments or gambling products?
43:00 - Why Daniel thinks sports betting needs more integrity safeguards than financial markets
46:49 - Daniel’s support for innovation but insistence on regulation
48:00 - Jason’s critique of state-level betting regulation and support for disruptive innovation
50:00 - The legal definition of gambling and why Daniel believes it applies to Kalshi

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E248 - Tom Waterhouse from Waterhouse VC

Fri, 16 May 2025 14:42:57 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Tom Waterhouse, Managing Partner at Waterhouse VC and fourth-generation bookmaker. This episode was recorded in-person at the SBC Summit Americas in Fort Lauderdale.

Hear them discuss:

01:06 – Tom’s family legacy and the founding of tomwaterhouse.com
02:13 – Australia’s gambling market and why racing still dominates
03:35 – No in-play sports betting and its impact on the industry
05:04 – The rise of online racing and round-the-clock global action
06:09 – Why turnover tax reshaped the Australian betting ecosystem
08:12 – The consequences of pushing out sharp bettors
09:20 – The failure of Betfair and betting exchanges under turnover tax
10:30 – The case for U.S. federal betting regulation
11:28 – The vision for sports betting as a brokerage layer
13:10 – Why most bettors aren’t price-sensitive—and how to change that
15:01 – Has sports betting has become entertainment, not finance?
15:28 – Inside Waterhouse VC’s model: buying options, not equity
17:10 – Why options offer asymmetric upside with limited risk
19:15 – Waterhouse’s diligence process and market theses
22:48 – The fund’s structure, distributions, and public equities strategy
24:12 – Following 13F filings from top long-only fund managers
28:18 – Using gambling to teach kids probability and decision-making
29:33 – Why Tom’s staying in betting: edge, pace, and constant change

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E247 - Jesse Learmonth

Fri, 09 May 2025 17:08:28 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Jesse Learmonth, host of the Betting Startups Podcast, who guest-hosts to interview Jason about his company, Smarkets, and its current efforts to raise $50,000,000 from investors.

Hear them discuss:

09:37 - What it means for a company to raise money from investors
13:00 - Why Jason is going back to raise capital again for Smarkets
14:26 - The difference between raising money from angels vs. institutional investors
20:40 - How Jason first raised money to launch Smarkets back in 2008
23:40 - Jason’s journey from friends & family funding to angel investors
26:03 - What it's like pitching to venture capitalists and navigating power dynamics
27:20 - Why a profitable company would still raise more capital
30:41 - How much Jason is trying to raise in the Series C round
33:03 - Smarkets’ interest in the CFTC model and prediction markets
34:16 - How they’re thinking about entering new asset classes—build or partner?
35:30 - Long-term visions: more funding rounds, IPO, or acquisition?
36:45 - How Jason maintains founder stamina after 17 years
38:50 - Jason’s personal routines and longevity mindset as a founder

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E246 - Katie Bo Lillis

Fri, 02 May 2025 12:00:27 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Katie Bo Lillis, CNN intelligence reporter and author of Death of a Racehorse: An American Story.

Hear them discuss:

01:06 – Katie’s rural upbringing and start at the racetrack
02:28 – From walking hots to bloodstock reporting in Saratoga
03:10 – Thoroughbreds, quarter horses, and racing’s breed confusion
04:21 – How horse racing thrives globally in Ireland and Hong Kong
05:13 – Racing’s financial dependence on gambling and takeout
07:06 – Parimutuel betting, field sizes, and why it still matters
08:28 – Why racing can’t build stars like Formula 1 does
10:05 – Short careers and shifting allegiances hurt fan engagement
12:13 – Flightline and the business logic behind early retirements
13:33 – Breeding economics: 200 mares at $250k per stallion
15:27 – The rising tension between tradition and modernization
19:19 – The central ethical dilemma: horse fatalities and public trust
24:06 – Why catastrophic leg injuries mean euthanasia
25:59 – Sudden deaths, arrhythmias, and unknown causes
28:30 – The Baffert controversy and thyroid drug concerns
30:20 – Breakdowns and the real welfare crisis in racing
34:50 – Overbreeding from flawed sires: risks to the sport

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E245 - Matthew Trenhaile (re-release)

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 14:53:36 -0300

We're bringing back one of our all-time most popular episodes for a special re-release!

Originally aired last year, this conversation with Matthew Trenhaile was a fan favorite. Matthew is one of the sharpest minds in the sports betting world, and his insights into exchanges, market making, and the future of the industry are as relevant today as they were then.

Hear them discuss:

02:41 – The Smarkets origin story, and why Jason thought an exchange was needed

08:59 – How Smarkets almost became a social betting platform, and the role that social features play in the exchange experience

13:30 – The Betfair API, developer ecosystems, and why Smarkets currently operates as a "closed garden" platform

22:11 – The backstory of how Smarkets came to be its own market maker, and the challenges that came with that

29:49 – Whether the value proposition of exchanges will ever become broadly appealing to recreational bettors

37:58 – The allure of pivoting to B2B for exchanges and syndicates

47:45 – The challenges of offering political betting markets

52:50 – Trading on Betfair in the early days

61:25 – What Matthew wants to be when he grows up

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E244 - Thomas McGrath from TXODDS

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 11:33:56 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Thomas McGrath, Chief Revenue Officer at TXODDS.

Hear them discuss:

01:29 - The founding story of TXODDS and its early product evolution

02:57 - Jason’s experience using TXODDS as a customer

04:06 - The role of TXODDS in data origination and live scouting

05:16 - Addressing historical issues with soft pricing and long-tail market coverage

06:10 - How TXODDS approaches market coverage and their Fusion feed upgrade

08:51 - Improvements in user interface and the shift away from Java-based tools

12:00 - Ethical data collection practices and how TXODDS handles scraping

12:52 - Thomas’s vision for TXODDS over the next decade

14:11 - Why TXODDS chose to originate college sports data

15:30 - Details of their live scouting operations and staff scale-up

17:39 - Future plans for expanding into other sports

19:48 - How legacy systems impact the evolution of data services

21:01 - Thomas’s hopes for the near-term future of the industry

22:26 - Jason and Thomas on the future of horse racing

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E243 - Office Hours with Jason

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 13:14:32 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason returns for another Office Hours session, answering listener questions and reflecting on Smarkets’ journey, product-market fit, and the future of U.S. regulation.

Hear him discuss:

03:00 – Lessons from building a global trading platform

04:50 – What Jason would’ve done differently with Smarkets

08:40 – Why sports betting should be separate from casino

10:40 – Ethics of limiting sharp bettors

13:00 – How his leadership style has evolved over time

16:30 – Why Smarkets won’t pursue the sweepstakes model in the U.S.

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E242 - Roger Ehrenberg from Eberg Capital

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:57:09 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Roger Ehrenberg, founder of Eberg Capital and a seasoned investor with a background in Wall Street and venture capital.

Hear them discuss:

05:43 - From Wall Street to sports: Jason’s trading roots and the power of price in investing

07:06 - Roger’s seed investing strategy: founders, pricing, and the long game in sports

09:58 - Luck, skill, or timing? Unpacking Roger’s unicorn wins in sports and beyond

12:32 - High stakes, big rewards: Roger’s concentrated approach to sports investing

15:00 - Gritty founders in sports: lessons from Jason’s Deliveroo misstep

17:05 - Spotting sports founders with passion and proven excellence

21:39 - The psychology of sports founders: predicting resilience in high-pressure moments

24:09 - Sports as social glue: Roger’s vision for fandom in a fragmented world

26:22 - Live sports vs. short attention spans: the battle for fan engagement

29:36 - Emerging sports and gaming: where fandom meets the future

31:14 - MLB’s turnaround: rule changes and the quest for younger fans

32:32 - Inside Roger’s sports portfolio: Marlins, Real Salt Lake, and Alpine F1

37:38 - Sports betting as social currency: tying fans together through wagers

41:18 - Fixing sports betting’s financial game: why it lags and how to catch up

43:01 - Navigating chaos: Roger’s advice for sports founders in uncertain times

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E241 - Alex Kane from Sporttrade

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 11:40:35 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Alex Kane, CEO and founder of Sportrade.

Hear them discuss:

03:13 - Alex’s balanced take on Trump’s policies, including the Department of Government Efficiency

07:43 - The evolving world of betting exchanges

08:33 - Alex on the potential of a CFTC-regulated betting exchange ecosystem

10:53 - Comparing the U.S. stock market’s competitive venues to betting exchanges

12:15 - Whether Sportrade is pursuing a DCM/DCO application

14:33 - How sports betting could mirror the stock market’s infrastructure (ECNs, ATSs, etc.)

17:54 - Alex envisions two forms of sports betting: exchange-listed and state-regulated

20:37 - Jason’s skepticism about the CFTC sanctioning sports contracts

22:41 - Alex argues states have failed to regulate prediction markets fairly

25:11 - The philosophical difference between gaming and prediction markets

27:38 - Jason on the political realities blocking fair regulation

29:19 - Could sports betting fit under the SEC instead of the CFTC?

31:01 - Alex on the Trump administration’s potential influence on federal regulation

32:15 - Wrapping up with optimism for the future of prediction markets

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E240 - Travis Geiger from WagerWire

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 03:20:27 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Travis Geiger, the CXO and Co-founder of WagerWire.

Hear them discuss:

04:01 - How WagerWire was founded from a real-life betting moment

05:33 - What WagerWire does and how it creates a secondary market for sports bets

06:32 - The process of selling a bet through WagerWire

07:51 - How WagerWire ensures bet validation and handles settlement

09:10 - How operators react to WagerWire and their incentive to collaborate

10:06 - The psychology behind cashing out vs. selling a bet

11:40 - The marketing and viral potential of big betting moments

12:03 - The legal framework WagerWire operates under

12:24 - WagerWire’s licensing requirements and regulatory approach

17:06 - The Starties: a new awards initiative for startup recognition

18:26 - Challenges for startups in the sports betting industry

19:08 - Why the industry struggles to foster startup growth

21:03 - The role of regulation in creating high barriers to entry

22:33 - Jason’s take on the lack of startup innovation in sports betting

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E239 - Greg Wolfe from The Wolfline

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Greg Wolfe, CEO and co-founder of The Wolfline. Greg, an options trader turned sports betting analytics expert and advocate for consumer protection, shares his unique perspective on the industry.

Hear them discuss:

01:32 - How Greg got started in sports betting at just five years old

02:42 - His journey from betting and bookmaking to options trading

04:43 - Why he left the financial markets for sports betting analytics

07:50 - The high-hold, low-volume model in horse racing and its flaws

10:20 - Why sports betting hasn't modernized like financial markets

12:18 - Greg’s argument that sports betting contracts should be regulated as securities

15:40 - Applying the Howey Test to sports betting

19:50 - Whether sports betting meets the SEC's definition of a security

26:28 - The regulatory debate: Should the SEC or CFTC oversee sports betting?

30:20 - The SEC's reluctance to regulate and its impact on sports betting

32:10 - Consumer protection issues in sports betting and financial markets

33:50 - Data latency, front-running, and how sportsbooks exploit bettors

34:50 - Why Greg believes the leagues act as issuers of sports betting contracts

35:40 - Where to find Greg and his parting thoughts on industry ethics

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E238 - Manuel Stan from Catena Media

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:47:02 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Manuel Stan, CEO of Catena Media.

Hear them discuss:

01:01 - Manuel’s journey to Las Vegas and what it’s like calling it home

03:07 - An overview of what Catena Media does and its role in the sports betting ecosystem

04:03 - How shifts in the U.S. market are impacting Catena Media’s business

07:21 - How affiliates are evolving and why engagement is becoming more important

08:00 - Why Catena Media doesn’t operate its own sportsbook

09:31 - The challenges of being a publicly listed company

12:28 - Catena Media’s turnaround strategy under Manuel’s leadership

13:30 - Why Catena Media pulled back from a joint AI initiative

15:20 - The long-term viability of CPA models in the U.S. market

16:49 - Jason’s take on affiliates and their role in customer acquisition

20:38 - The balance between product quality and marketing investment

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E237 - Mark Phillip from MetaBet

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 12:39:17 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Mark Phillip, CEO and founder of MetaBet and Are You Watching This?!

Hear them discuss:

01:03 - Mark’s take on life in Austin, Texas—Is it worth the hype?

06:30 - The changing landscape of sports media and viewership habits

08:20 - Will younger generations maintain the same level of passion for sports?

09:56 - How sports leagues are adapting to shorter attention spans

14:00 - Why finding where to watch your favorite sports is becoming increasingly difficult

16:15 - The need for better curation in sports broadcasting

19:09 - The challenge of making sports betting odds more user-friendly

21:23 - How sportsbooks can become more engaging for casual fans

24:30 - The opportunity for sportsbooks to differentiate with a fan-centric approach

25:00 - How MetaBet is making sports betting more accessible and engaging

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E236 - Captain Jack Andrews from Unabated

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:50:15 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Captain Jack Andrews, Co-Founder of Unabated.

Hear them discuss:

02:20 - How Captain Jack's first trip to Las Vegas ignited his passion for gambling

06:10 - His advocacy for fairness in sports betting inspired by personal experiences with limitations

07:40 - Why he believes sports betting offers more edges than card counting

11:20 - Reflections on missed opportunities to influence early sports betting legislation

15:20 - How politics delayed New Jersey's sports betting legalization in 1994

19:10 - The importance of transparency regarding the house edge in sports betting

23:10 - Whether sports betting is a game of skill or chance

27:40 - The role of greed in the sustainability of the sports betting industry

29:10 - Captain Jack’s work with Unabated

35:40 - His experience in being on Masterclass

43:10 - Thoughts about exchanges becoming the future infrastructure of sports betting

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E235 - Steven Salz from Rivalry

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Steven Salz, Co-Founder and CEO of Rivalry, a Canadian company focused on serving a new generation of bettors with a mix of eSports, traditional sports, and gaming products.

Hear them discuss:

01:53 - Steven’s view on Canada’s current state, including challenges in healthcare and housing

02:10 - The cost of living in Canada and its impact on citizens

10:49 - Why Rivalry avoided an RTO and opted for a direct listing

20:05 - The struggles of managing a public company on quarterly reporting cycles

26:40 - Rivalry’s transformation to prioritize profitability and player KPIs

30:30 - The benefits of using crypto as a payment processor in the gambling industry

33:40 - How blockchain analysis tools help Rivalry ensure compliance with crypto transactions

34:40 - Why fiat regulations make payment processing more frustrating than crypto

28:40 - Rivalry's innovative approach to catering to a younger, internet-native demographic

30:47 - The challenges and lessons of building Rivalry's tech from scratch

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E234 - Office Hours with Jason

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 15:00:27 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason hosts an office hours session to kick off 2025.

Hear him discuss:

03:40 - DraftKings’ latest attempt to monetize through subscription fees and his perspective on the move

05:30 - Bet365’s impressive revenue growth and its controversial market practices

08:50 - Reflections on the U.S. election results and expectations for Trump’s new administration

14:30 - Jason's New Year’s resolutions, including healthier habits and reduced screen time

16:30 - Predictions for the sports betting industry in 2025

Tune in to hear Jason’s candid insights and plans for the year ahead!

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E233 - Adam Krejcik from Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, LLC

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:32:36 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Adam Krejcik, co-founder and partner at Eilers & Krejcik Gaming.

Hear them discuss:

00:50 - How Adam's company name creates lasting impressions

03:20 - The services Eilers & Krejcik Gaming provides and their value to stakeholders

07:16 - Adam’s background and his path into the gaming industry

08:50 - The evolving culture of gaming and sports betting in California

12:10 - Challenges and opportunities in regulating gaming in California

15:00 - The proposition system in California and why sports betting legalization efforts have failed

19:10 - A comparison of regulatory environments in California and Texas

21:50 - The rise of sweepstakes gaming and its implications for the industry

24:20 - Advice for entrepreneurs aiming to enter the U.S. sports betting market

26:50 - The potential for disruption in the U.S. sports betting landscape

29:00 - Adam’s reflections on the current market leaders and their growth trajectory

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E232 - Nigel Eccles from BetHog

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 15:32:06 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Nigel Eccles, founder of BetHog and co-founder of FanDuel.

Hear them discuss:

3:11 - Why the UK startup scene struggles to compete with the US.

8:23 - Founding FanDuel and the challenges of building a billion-dollar company.

14:27 - Why Nigel stayed in the US and the entrepreneurial energy it offers.

21:00 - Raising massive funding rounds at FanDuel and what it taught him.

38:50 - The FanDuel sale to Flutter and why it wasn’t a win for everyone involved.

42:00 - Nigel’s journey after FanDuel, including launching various ventures before BetHog.

47:20 - Reflections on working with a spouse and how it shaped FanDuel's growth.

53:15 - Why BetHog is Nigel’s next big bet and how it’s making sports betting more social.

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E231 - Jeff Ifrah from Ifrah Law

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:58:53 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Jeff Ifrah, Founding & Managing Partner at Ifrah Law.

Hear them discuss:

01:30 - Jeff’s reaction to U.S. midterm results and their impact on sports betting.

02:13 - Insights into New Jersey legislation and the issue of "skins."

04:00 - Balancing political realities with free-market ideals in regulation.

07:00 - Legal takes on sweepstakes models and their viability.

09:20 - Why regulators are slow to act on sweepstakes issues.

15:18 - Challenges for small operators in markets dominated by giants.

18:40 - Comparing the U.K. gaming model to the U.S. system.

21:00 - Polymarket and Kalshi: Contrasting legal paths for event markets.

30:20 - The current state of using cryptocurrency in U.S. sports betting.

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E230 - Rob Davies from PowerPlay

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 13:57:44 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Rob Davies, COO of PowerPlay.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 - Rob’s unique background in philosophy and his PhD on religious toleration

02:15 - Why Rob will always be a Bolton Wanderers fan, no matter what!

03:00 - The importance of accepting fallibility in business and decision-making

06:10 - How Rob transitioned from academia to the betting industry through William Hill

08:40 - Rob and Jason laugh about always being surprised by the “butler” in mystery plots

10:00 - How Rob’s perspective on the morality of gambling has changed over time

13:47 - What is “palpable error,” and how PowerPlay handles it transparently

15:22 - Jason tests Rob’s philosophy background with a counter-case on bet repricing ethics

20:47 - Why not build PowerPlay on top of an exchange model? Rob shares his insights

24:20 - Rob’s advice for startups: the importance of customer service and query resolution

28:10 - The rise of offshore and crypto casinos and their impact on regulated operators

32:18 - Rob’s reflections on his career and aspirations for the future

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E229 - David Hill

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 18:21:17 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by writer, David Hill to discuss his Rolling Stone feature - "Is the $11 Billion Online Sportsbook Bubble About to Burst?"

Hear them discuss:

00:51 - David's transition from a union organizer to becoming a writer and how it shaped his immersive storytelling approach.

07:30 - David's upbringing in Hot Springs, Arkansas, a historic gambling hub, and its influence on his interest in gambling.

09:00 - The morality of gambling, societal parallels with alcohol, and reflections on how gambling's perception has evolved.

12:15 - The intertwining history of gambling and sports, including how gambling shaped early sports in America.

15:10 - The industry's current technological challenges, perceived stagnation, and its pricing inefficiencies.

20:30 - The debate around sports betting’s sustainability, public perception, and parallels with other industries.

30:20 - The societal costs of gambling addiction and the industry's responsibility in addressing problem gambling.

37:40 - Broader societal issues, including the impact of social media, and Jason's reflections on the parallels with sports betting.

41:10 - What’s next for David Hill after this in-depth exploration of the gambling industry.

Read David's Rolling Stone feature here - Is the $11 Billion Online Sportsbook Bubble About to Burst?

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E228 - Jeff Benson from Circa Sports

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:34:04 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Jeff Benson, Director of Operations at Circa Sports.

Hear them discuss:

02:10 - How Jeff got started in the sports betting industry

03:30 - What brought Jeff to Circa Sports and his early impressions of the company

06:40 - The growth strategy for Circa Sports and its approach to expansion

08:05 - The unique aspects of Circa’s sportsbook operation model

10:50 - How Circa approaches customer service and client relations

12:35 - Circa’s philosophy on offering high betting limits and customer-friendly policies

15:10 - The challenges of balancing profitability with bettor-friendly practices

17:50 - Circa’s stance on responsible gambling and its approach to player protections

21:00 - The impact of sports betting legislation on Circa’s business

24:15 - Jeff’s perspective on the future of the sports betting industry and exchanges

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E227 - Liam Forde from The Zone

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:06:25 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by his coach, Liam Forde, Founder and CEO of The Zone.

Hear them discuss:

03:00 - How Jason first met Liam and began coaching with him

05:20 - Liam’s views on when strict coaching models may or may not work

06:30 - How to motivate employees without anger, and why clarity and responsibility matter

09:20 - How Jason’s coaching helped him shift from an “angry coach” approach

11:00 - The concept of “flow” and why rest is crucial to reach a flow state

12:20 - Why balance between work intensity and mental relaxation improves productivity

14:40 - Jason’s shift in perspective on health and wellness after working with Liam

20:10 - How Liam encouraged Jason to prioritize health through gentle accountability

24:00 - Balancing the demands of being a CEO with family life, and the impact on productivity

30:10 - Jason’s reflections on how being a CEO impacts his employees and their families

33:30 - The “superpowers” and challenges different types of CEOs typically face

36:00 - The ripple effects of a CEO’s energy and attitude on company culture

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E226 - Sue Schneider from Defy the Odds

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:18:07 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Sue Schneider, Co-Founder at Defy the Odds.

Hear them discuss:

03:15 - How Sue got started in the betting industry

07:42 - The early days of online gaming and betting

12:33 - Challenges Sue faced in building an industry presence

16:50 - The evolution of regulatory frameworks in online gambling

21:17 - Key milestones in the global expansion of sports betting

27:20 - Sue’s role and experiences working at SBC

29:30 - The role of technology in transforming betting experiences

30:45 - Co-Founding Defy the Odds and setting its goals

34:12 - Differences in gambling regulations across regions

39:45 - Advice for those entering the gaming and betting industry today

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E225 - Adam Small from Third Planet Affiliates

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 18:56:54 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Adam Small, founder of Third Planet Affiliates.

Hear them discuss:

02:01 - Adam’s background and entry into the betting industry

02:40 - Election mania and its impact on business sentiment

03:24 - The role of affiliates in the betting industry

04:23 - Industry insights and trends impacting affiliates

13:44 - Reflecting on the affiliate sector's recent challenges

14:31 - Examining examples of affiliate revenue "baskets"

16:22 - Shifts in cost-per-click and SEO strategies

17:40 - Adam's journey into the affiliate industry

28:00 - Why Adam chose not to become a betting operator

29:30 - The appeal and challenges of being an affiliate

34:08 - The future of growth and potential reckoning in affiliates

37:00 - What’s next for affiliate marketing in betting

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E224 - Office Hours with Jason

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 18:36:00 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason answers listener-submitted questions and shares his insights on the latest developments in the industry, including the proposed UK gambling tax, sweepstakes models, and NCAA player prop markets.

Hear him discuss:

01:26 - His recent trip to Vegas and G2E conference highlights

03:30 - Impact of proposed UK gambling tax increase

08:00 - Sweepstake models and their rise in the United States

10:45 - Industry optimism from recent G2E and SBC conferences

16:53 - NCAA’s consideration of banning player prop markets due to social

media abuse

22:41 - Why PolyMarket and Kalshi predict Trump as the 2024 election favorite, despite traditional polls showing a close race

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E223 - Stuart Simms from FairPlay Sports Media

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 17:12:18 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Stuart Simms, the CEO of FairPlay Sports Media, recorded live at G2E in Las Vegas.

Hear them discuss:

01:10 - The strategic shift from OddsChecker to Fairplay Sports Media

04:10 - Stuart’s personal health journey and diagnosis with cancer

08:20 - The impact of diet on health and cancer treatment

12:00 - Key takeaways from G2E and networking insights

13:30 - The changes in OddsChecker’s business model

16:40 - Acquisition of Quarter4 and integrating AI for predictive models in sports betting

19:30 - How AI and real-time data impact tools like Bet Builder

22:00 - The challenges of balancing transparency for consumers and relationships with bookmakers

25:40 - The pricing margins in sports betting

30:10 - Consumer price sensitivity in sports betting

32:00 - The future of betting exchanges and the role of user experience in adoption

33:50 - U.S. market opportunities for data-driven tools in sports betting

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E222 - Dean Sisun from ProphetX

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 13:53:38 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Dean Sisun from ProphetX.

Hear them discuss:

02:04 - The overview of ProphetX and the sweepstakes model

04:12 - Postmortem on why ProphetX moved away from the betting exchange model

08:40 - Challenges with regulatory models in the betting industry

10:00 - Exploring the novelty factor and customer acquisition

11:25 - Predictions for the future viability of betting exchanges in the U.S.

13:32 - Understanding how sweepstakes stacks up to traditional sports betting

14:00 - Legality of the sweepstakes model

16:00 - The mechanics of turning sweepstakes into a cash prize

18:40 - Companies operating in the sweepstakes sports betting market

25:53 - The challenges of implementing the peer-to-peer model

26:51 - Managing a remote team, while moving to Miami

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E221 - Bill Pascrell III

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 15:30:07 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Bill Pascrell, III (BP3) at the SBC Summit in Lisbon, Portugal.

Hear them discuss:

01:20 Pascrell’s Journey and Industry Insights shared

02:32 Debating the morality of gambling practices

04:09 Personal reflections and upcoming ethics debate preview

11:32 The Intersection of politics and gambling industry

15:00 Advice on how to engage in political advocacy

18:04 Challenges in legalizing sports betting across states

27:24 Discussing state dynamics and tribal sovereignty issues

29:54 The New Jersey compromise and casino concerns raised

31:57 The role of tribes in political coalitions building

32:27 Public perception and media Influence on gambling

35:22 Political betting and regulatory challenges explained

42:05 Federal vs. state regulation of gambling industry

46:08 Election perspective and political divisions discussed

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E220 - Office Hours with Jason

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 19:26:12 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason returns after a summer break with his first solo "Office hours" episode, where he tackles questions surrounding regulation, prediction markets, bettor limits, the US presidential election, and the latest from within Smarkets.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 - Jason’s summer break and family reflections

02:30 - Differences in French vs. American culture

05:00 - Kalshi's prediction markets and CFTC regulation

09:15 - Massachusetts Gaming Commission on limiting bettors

15:00 - The US presidential election race, and what the Smarkets markets are saying 45 days from the election

19:30 - Attending conferences like the upcoming SBC Summit and G2E

23:00 - Smarkets' current projects and updates

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E219 - Roundtable discussion on DraftKings new surcharge

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 18:10:45 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Dustin Gouker, Founder of Closing Line Consulting, and Joe Brennan Jr., Executive Chairman from Prime Sports.

Hear them discuss:

01:35 - DraftKings' new winning surcharge announcement

02:45 - The states affected by the surcharge

03:20 - The stock market's reaction to the announcement

04:05 - Comparison of U.S. and international tax rates

06:30 - The potential impact on DraftKings' profitability

07:55 - The price sensitivity of American bettors

09:00 - Historical context of high tax rates in the industry

10:15 - Implications for competitors like FanDuel and Smarkets

12:50 - The adjusted EBITDA and financial metrics analysis

16:00 - Potential impact on VIP customers and betting volume

18:20 - Product comparison between sportsbooks and exchanges

20:00 - Broader implications for the sports betting industry

22:00 - Predictions on if DraftKings will implement the surcharge

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E218 - Jamie Hart from Conquer Technology

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 11:00:49 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Jamie Hart from Conquer Technology.

Hear them discuss:

1:10 - The recent UK elections and environmental concerns

2:22 - Climate change and the role of government in solving big issues

4:16 - Jamie's background in horse racing and initial experiences with betting

7:10 - Early internet betting and its evolution at William Hill

8:28 - The challenges of manual betting systems and early online betting

10:05 - The impact of regulatory changes on sports betting innovation

12:36 - The importance of knowing every aspect of your business operations

14:43 - Jamie's perspective on technology and customer interaction in betting

18:00 - Discussing the stagnation in the betting industry due to regulatory pressures

20:36 - Potential future changes and innovations in the betting industry

23:18 - The challenges and potential of horse racing in modern betting

27:00 - The importance of making betting more accessible and enjoyable

31:10 - Comparing horse racing to Formula One in terms of theater and excitement

34:34 - The difficulty of selling horse racing due to high costs and outdated practices

37:20 - Potential strategies for revitalizing horse racing and attracting a younger audience

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E217 - Sam Sadi from LiveScore Group

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 11:00:57 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Sam Sadi from LiveScore Group.

Hear them discuss:

1:52 - Sam's life after leaving Turkey, and then returning to start a sportsbook in 1998

2:36 - Understanding inflation in Turkey and historical economic comparisons

3:53 - The history of how the LiveScore Group came together

8:26 - How LiveScore Group is differentiate itself from other UK sportsbooks

10:11 - Developing an in-house sportsbook platform, and current efforts to migrate to it

11:35 - Sam's definition of being a world-class sportsbook product

20:29 - How Sam think about buying versus building core pieces of the technology stack

26:02 - Sam's take on the state of sports betting in 2024

28:18 - How Sam views unregulated markets

31:08 - Insights on the role of exchanges in the future of sports betting

35:45 - Regulation, the push for transparency, and consumer empowerment

42:39 - What Sam wants to be when he grows up

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E216 - Joe ”Tall” Bunevith from GLI

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 19:00:38 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Joe "Tall" Bunevith from GLI.

Hear them discuss:

01:25 - What GLI (Gaming Laboratories International) does and their global reach.

02:31 - The presidential debate and the relevance of political debates in modern media.

03:29 - Joe's take on the impact of political debates and the change in political dynamics over the years.

10:11 - Poker, Joe's career shift, and his experience in the poker industry.

13:16 - Joe's journey from Massachusetts to Southern California and launching a poker training company.

17:41 - Insight into professional poker life, the importance of emotional control, and the rise of poker solvers.

22:49 - Joe’s role at GLI and the regulatory process for sports betting applications.

25:36 - The GLI 33 certification process and discusses regulatory challenges.

31:38 - The difficulties startups face in the current regulatory environment and the impact on innovation.

34:31 - Joe’s perspective on the lack of new entrants in the sports betting industry and the role of big players.

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E215 - Jake Williams

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 16:41:08 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Jake Williams.

Hear them discuss:

02:00 -Jake’s experience in fatherhood and raising daughters as Jason shares his family dynamics.

04:15 - Jason's focus on health, exercise, and therapy; benefits of a healthy lifestyle.

11:15 - Jason’s reasons for not drinking alcohol and its positive impact on his life.

14:10 - Jake's thoughts on drinking culture and its role in social and professional settings.

16:55 - The current state of the sports betting industry and significant events.

20:55 - Analysis of fluctuating GGR numbers and the impact of VIP players.

23:10 - The regulatory environments and their impact on businesses.

26:45 - Moral implications of operating in unregulated markets.

30:50 - Jason's frustrations with the regulatory landscape and compliance challenges.

32:36 - Summer plans and work-life balance with taking time off to enjoy family vacations and relaxation.

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E214 - Scott Sadin from US Integrity

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 13:47:16 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Scott Sadin from US Integrity.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 - The recent conviction of former President Donald Trump, and how that will affect his current candidacy

05:27 - What it means to have 'integrity' in professional and collegiate sports, and how US Integrity is ensuring it

08:37 - How insider information can be used for nefarious purposes

10:32 - The role that sports properties play in ensuring integrity of their events and stakeholders

13:32 - How US Integrity responds to alerts of anomalies or irregularities

17:37 - Public perception of betting-related scandals, the role that media plays in it, and conflating 'outrage' with 'surprise'

23:55 - Scott's perspective and experience as a "picks and shovels" business within the regulated betting industry

25:54 - The consolidation of B2B companies within the industry, including US Integrity's recent merger with Odds On Compliance

27:15 - Additional verticals that US Integrity is considering expanding its business into

30:48 - The business risk associated with being a B2B provider during a time of consolidation and declining customers

32:27 - How Scott is feeling as an impending first-time parent

36:50 - What Scott wants to be when he grows up

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E213 - Adam Bjorn from Plannatech

Fri, 31 May 2024 15:39:01 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Adam Bjorn from Plannatech.

Hear them discuss:

01:11 - Adam's recent travels throughout the US

03:37 - Adam's past experience in the offshore betting industry, and how it's similar/different to regulated markets

06:30 - The difficulty for regulators and prosecutors to enforce action against offshore operators

11:15 - What made Adam want to push for moving the unregulated to the regulated

14:03 - The jurisdictions that Adam sees as having the most favorable operating models

17:16 - Whether Adam sees himself as a professional bettor first or sportsbook operator first

19:16 - The relationship between Plannatech and Prime Sports

20:19 - What changes and innovations Adam is trying to bring to the industry

23:29 - Adam's take on the role that exchanges play, and what the future of them looks like

28:14 - Whether the low margin model can work in the regulated US market

30:33 - What Adam wants to be when he grows up

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E212 - Joe Asher from IGT

Fri, 24 May 2024 17:02:00 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Joe Asher from IGT.

Hear them discuss:

01:35 - The background of IGT, Joe's role at the company, and where sports betting fits within the IGT business

07:12 - Nevada's head start with legal mobile betting, and how its model is different from other states

10:45 - The dynamic between brick-and-mortar and online operators, and the threat of cannibalization

14:36 - The state of horse racing, and whether track owners should benefit from legislative protections

18:20 - The role of government subsidies in regulated gaming, and in private industry more broadly

20:11 - Morality and ethics for operators of real-money gaming products

25:14 - Joe's appointment by President Biden to Chair of the Wilson Center

31:00 - Remaining non-partisan when debating policy matters

34:10 - What Joe wants to be when he grows up

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E211 - Joe Dunnigan from ALT Sports Data

Wed, 01 May 2024 18:05:23 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Joe Dunnigan from ALT Sports Data.

Hear them discuss:

01:22 - The genesis of ALT Sports Data, and the problem they set out to solve in the market

05:25 - Why alternative sports don't historically have a culture of betting despite their popularity

07:21 - The target customer persona for betting on alternative sports

09:12 - How alternative sports are segmented, and which are the most popular ones

13:15 - Why ALT Sports Data is securing official data rights instead of aggregating data themselves

16:25 - Why they are building an owned B2C media platform in addition to provisioning odds on a B2B basis

17:29 - Funding background and team composition of ALT Sports Data

19:36 - The future of the relationship between data rights holders and sportsbook operators, and the sustainability of the existing model

23:47 - The appeal of live sports content with younger generations and demographics

26:07 - Being an entrepreneur in the later career stage, and the benefits that brings

29:15 - Focusing on a niche versus being everything to everybody

31:08 - What Joe wants to be when he grows up

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E210 - Matthew Trenhaile

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 18:46:45 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Matthew Trenhaile. In a bit of a twist on the standard format, the guest is the one asking the questions to our host!

Hear them discuss:

02:14 - The Smarkets origin story, and why Jason thought an exchange was needed

08:32 - How Smarkets almost became a social betting platform, and the role that social features play in the exchange experience

13:03 - The Betafir API, developer ecosystems, and why Smarkets currently operates as a "closed garden" platform

21:44 - The backstory of how Smarkets came to be its own market maker, and the challenges that came with that

29:22 - Whether the value proposition of exchanges will ever become broadly appealing to recreational bettors

37:31 - The allure of pivoting to B2B for exchanges and syndicates

47:18 - The challenges of offering political betting markets

52:23 - Trading on Betfair in the early days

60:58 - What Matthew wants to be when he grows up

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E209 - Dillon Borgida from Betonu

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:46:50 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Dillon Borgida from Betonu.

Hear them discuss:

01:42 - NCAA basketball talk

03:20 - Breakdown of sportsbook VIP programs and how they work

08:26 - The role of VIP hosts

10:35 - Why Smarkets doesn't have a VIP program (so far)

15:00 - Why VIP players aren't necessarily price sensitive

16:04 - The different tiers of VIPs, and what perks each tier can expect

20:23 - The role of credit and offshore sportsbooks with VIP players

23:28 - VIPs, responsible gambling, and affordability checks

30:10 - What the next 10 years look like for VIP players in the regulated US market

33:29 - What Dillon wants to be when he grows up

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E208 - Greg Kajewski from BettorEdge

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 18:47:19 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Greg Kajewski from BettorEdge.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 - March Madness check-in

02:30 - Jason's collegiate wrestling career

05:38 - Introduction to BettorEdge

09:18 - Mechanics of transactions on BettorEdge, and how they are structured to ensure compliance

14:08 - BettorEdge's peer-to-peer betting model

16:32 - The different ways that BettorEdge monetizes its platform

20:21 - Attracting liquidity to the exchange

23:45 - Greg's opinion of Smarkets' strategy in the US market

25:34 - Marketing a betting product in a loud and crowded landscape

26:52 - BettorEdge funding and company backgrounder

28:49 - What Greg wants to be when he grows up

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E207 - Chris Grove from Acies Investments

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 11:00:11 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Chris Grove from Acies Investments

Hear them discuss:

01:43 - How Chris became so good at doing PR

03:31 - What Chris sees as his "north star" for his work in the betting and gaming industry

09:29 - Chris' thesis on why the future is "not so much gamifying sports betting as building games that are powered by sports outcomes"

15:33 - Where Chris sees opportunity for startups and challenger brands in a duopolistic US operator market

21:00 - The role and relative importance of price as a differentiator for sports betting operators

26:18 - The significance of exchanges, where they sit within the landscape, and why they're not bigger

35:01 - A debate on whether online sportsbooks are 'technology companies' or 'gambling companies'

43:51 - What Chris wants to be when he grows up

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E206 - James McLoughlin from Stirling Mac

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 11:00:49 -0300

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by James McLoughlin from Stirling Mac.

Hear them discuss:

01:53 - Are US sportsbook product companies or marketing companies?

05:44 - The importance of price as part of the betting product experience

09:30 - Lean marketing tactics for operators without billion dollar marketing budgets

12:00 - How to successfully market betting apps using app store optimization

15:17 - Acquiring users and customers organically

20:27 - James' experience working at Betfair, and why exchanges are on the retreat in sports betting

23:05 - The popularity of political betting markets

24:51 - Examining the current prediction markets for the 2024 US presidential election

29:00 - Critiquing Smarkets' marketing strategy

30:31 - What James wants to be when he grows up

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E205 - Antonino De Rosa

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 18:46:23 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Antonino De Rosa.

Hear them discuss:

01:50 - Magic the Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons, and chess

06:06 - How Antonino found his way to the Pinnacle trading floor

07:44 - Why the low vig sportsbook model isn't more popular

12:09 - The reason that sportsbooks screwed up the 2020 US presidential election markets

15:10 - Antonino's thoughts on exchanges, and why he doesn't use them

17:57 - Running a basketball betting syndicate, and how it operates

21:25 - The difference between PPH and an agent system

23:54 - Building a model to create an edge

25:00 - Betting at scale using a network of runners

30:48 - How Antonino would like to see the betting industry evolve

32:46 - Stake factoring versus guaranteed minimum bet limits

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E204 - Matt Restivo from OddsJam

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 13:04:47 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Matt Restivo from OddsJam.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 - Life in Boulder, CO

02:46 - The recent ruling on the 14th Amendment in CO

04:45 - Introduction to OddsJam

07:07 - Overview of arbitrage and value betting

10:48 - Preserving betting account longevity

13:30 - 10-year vision for OddsJam

14:52 - Sourcing pricing data to power OddsJam's tools

17:06 - OddsJam founding story

18:55 - Company size and traction

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E203 - Will Martin from LiveDuel

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 13:02:00 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Will Martin from LiveDuel.

Hear them discuss:

01:22 - The Irish political landscape

04:20 - Origin story of LiveDuel, and why Will felt a new exchange was needed in the market

08:15 - How LiveDuel is differentiating itself from the incumbent exchanges

09:54 - Will's opinion of what Smarkets could have done differently with its exchange

13:02 - How LiveDuel is utilizing blockchain technology, and why it is the right technology for sports betting

18:19 - The mechanics of DAO's and how that governance model can be applied to exchanges

21:02 - Benefits of blockchain technology for transaction processing

23:19 - How blockchain helps with liquidity provisioning through automated market making

27:19 - Using oracles to resolve markets through consensus

31:49 - Challenges of fundraising to build an exchange business

35:37 - Regulatory licensing strategy for LiveDuel

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E202 - Manu Gambhir from Xpoint

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 13:59:36 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Manu Gambhir from Xpoint.

Hear them discuss:

02:24 - Introduction to Xpoint

03:45 - The geolocation provider landscape in the US market

05:20 - Primer on geolocation regulatory requirements

07:50 - Competitive dynamic of geolocation providers in the US

11:26 - The technical complexity of building geolocation solutions

18:04 - Lawsuits and legal challenges around IP rights

20:27 - The regulatory complexities of operators building their own geolocation solutions internally

23:38 - Xpoint's commercial traction in the US market

25:56 - Manu's view on the state of the industry in the US

29:06 - Enforcement (or lack thereof) of offshore operators serving the US market

33:07 - What Manu wants to be when he grows up

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E201 - Paul King from OddsMonkey

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 11:00:18 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Paul King from OddsMonkey.

Hear them discuss:

01:45 - a primer on matched betting & Paul's background with it

05:30 - the background and origins of OddsMonkey

07:50 - Paul's view of the sports betting industry

10:30 - bookmakers' attitudes towards matched betting

12:30 - the change over time in the value of bonus offers, and Paul's outlook for the future of bonusing

16:20 - the role that exchanges play in matched betting

19:55 - the ethics and legality of stake factoring and restricting customer accounts

27:07 - what Paul wants to be when he grows up

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E200 - Joe Brennan Jr. from Prime Sports

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 10:00:43 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Joe Brennan Jr. from Prime Sports.

Hear them discuss:

02:51 - using restaurant metaphors to explain Prime Sports' position in the market

10:52 - the parallels between the Costco shopping experience and sports betting

14:40 - why cricket is an underappreciated sport for betting

22:04 - the shift in how audiences are consuming live sports, and why that doesn't bode well for microbetting

24:37 - operating Prime Sports as "a reduced juice shop"

27:57 - where the red line is before the low-margin model is no longer viable in the US market

30:46 - why they think the current market leaders in US sports betting will change in the next 10 years

34:25 - what Joe would have done differently for Smarkets' US entry strategy

40:22 - what Joe wants to be when he grows up

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E199 - David Frohardt-Lane from DL Trading

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 13:11:17 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by David Frohardt-Lane from DL Trading.

Hear them discuss:

01:09 - David's background in high frequency market making

03:22 - Why David invested in Sporttrade's Series A funding round

05:20 - The price sensitivity of American bettors

07:54 - Comparing financial trading to trading sports betting markets

10:15 - Deep dive on DL Trading's role as Sporttrade's principal market maker

14:22 - The challenges of trading sports at scale

16:39 - Attracting liquidity to betting exchanges

21:58 - Revisiting the 2020 US Presidential Election on betting exchanges, and thoughts on the upcoming 2024 election

25:03 - David's thoughts on Smarkets

26:44 - DL Trading's B2B ambitions

29:59 - What David wants to be when he grows up

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E198 - Brad Allen from Eilers & Krejcik

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 12:38:53 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Brad Allen from Eilers & Krejcik.

Hear them discuss:

01:34 - The origin of Brad’s weekly podcast, Zero Latency

03:05 - Brad takes control of the host chair and asks Jason questions

03:48 - Smarkets’ initial plans to enter the US market, and how that’s changed over time

06:46 - How Smarkets is localizing its core product to the US market

09:27 - Smarkets’ future prospects and opportunities in the US

11:31 - The allure of high margin products like same-game parlays

13:30 - Why Smarkets decided to build its own geolocation solution internally

17:17 - The B2B opportunity for Smarkets to commercialize its geolocation solution

18:58 - Brad’s view of the industry, and which operator he thinks could be a “game changer”

21:27 - Where ESPN Bet fits into the landscape since its launch

25:04 - Why Brad thinks that Rush Street Interactive is a good acquisition candidate

25:54 - What Brad wants to be when he grows up

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E197 - Jacob Fortinsky from Novig

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 16:22:15 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Jacob Fortinsky, co-founder & CEO of Novig.

Hear them discuss:

02:43 - The current controversy at Harvard, Jacob's alma mater

06:40 - Companies taking political stances, and how Jason and Jacob think about that within their companies

09:31 - Jacob's experience meeting Paul Graham, the founder of Y Combinator

12:04 - High concept overview of Novig

13:35 - Raising $7 million from investors to build Novig

15:30 - What Jacob thinks Jason should have done differently building Smarkets

17:48 - Attracting institutional liquidity providers to sports betting exchanges

20:05 - Sports betting as a zero sum game

24:14 - Price sensitivity of different customer segments

25:50 - Novig's recent launch in Colorado

29:42 - The Novig business model

31:09 - Why the Novig exchange had to launch as a fixed odds sportsbook

32:47 - What Jacob wants to be when he grows up

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E196 - Paris Smith

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 17:23:39 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Paris Smith, the former CEO of Pinnacle.

Hear them discuss:

00:47 - Thoughts on the US

02:45 - When Paris beat Jason in a poker tournament

06:42 - The low margin sportsbook model

10:37 - Her tenure at Pinnacle

13:53 - Comparing Pinnacle to bet365

16:31 - Her take on the exchange model

20:40 - Departing Pinnacle after 17 years as CEO

23:07 - The importance of getting peer support

26:14 - Life living in the Caribbean

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E195 - Jesse Learmonth from The Betting Startups Podcast

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 15:47:54 -0400

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Jesse Learmonth, host of The Betting Startups Podcast.

Jesse has interviewed almost 100 industry startup founders, and has a unique lens on the industry's early-stage ecosystem. He has been in the industry for 14 years as a founder, an executive at Pinnacle Sports, and advisor to several industry startups.

Timecodes:

00:54 - Launching The Betting Startups Podcast

04:01 - Choosing a podcast format

06:42 - Authenticity in interview-based podcasts

09:31 - Areas of pushback on startup founders

13:45 - Competing on price in sports betting

19:41 - Why the low-margin model isn't more mainstream

24:27 - Why BoB hasn't had a new episode in 3 months

25:27 - Partnership announcement between BoB and The Betting Startups Podcast

27:56 - Future plans for BoB and call for guests

30:29 - Jason and Jesse's boring video backgrounds

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E194 - Joey Levy from Betr

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 05:35:54 -0300

On this weeks edition of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Joey Levy from Betr.

With the backing of social media personality and boxer, Jake Paul, Joey is the Founder and CEO of Betr which is the first direct-to-consumer micro-betting focused sports betting company. Betr has also launched a new media venture for the next generation of sports fans. Betr is setting out to disrupt legacy gambling and legacy media, with a mission of making sports and betting Betr.

Timecodes:

00:46 - Who is Joey Levy and what is Betr?

07:46 - What type of product is Betr?

09:51 - What is the vision with Betr?

13:21 - Customer / revenue numbers

18:35 - What is it like working with somebody else's code?

21:43 - What is Joey's view on the Friedberg hypothesis?

31:48 - What is the goal with Betr?

35:23 - What does Joey want to be when he grows up?

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E193 - Vinit Bharara from Mojo

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 12:29:32 -0300

On this weeks edition of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Vinit Bharara, Co-Founder & CEO of Mojo.

After just over two years working as an attorney in New York in the late 1990's, Vinit decided to change career paths and become an entrepreneur.

Vinit is now onto his fifth start-up with Mojo which is the first ever licensed sports betting stock market.

Timecodes:

00:20 - Introduction

02:05 - Vinit's background story

03:55 - Vinit's early days as an entrepreneur

05:30 - What kind of entrepreneur is Vinit?

06:45 - What is Mojo?

10:23 - The mechanics of Mojo

22:39 - Mojo's business of model

24:22 - What is becoming a bigger part of Mojo?

27:23 - Why was Mojo set up?

29:43 - What does Mojo class itself as?

33:33 - What is next for Mojo?

34:44 - What does Vinit want to be when he grows up?

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E192 - Evan Kirkham from Outlier

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 10:37:14 -0300

On this edition of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Evan Kirkham, Co-Founder & CEO of Outlier.

Having previously worked as an attorney for over 10 years, in October 2020 Evan launched Outlier as a startup CEO and hasn't looked back since almost three years down the line.

Outlier is a first-of-its-kind sports betting platform where sports fans can browse, analyze, and execute bets with confidence.

Timecodes:

00:35 - A message to fans of the podcast

02:38 - Getting to know Evan Kirkham

07:18 - What is Outlier?

08:30 - Why did Evan launch Outlier?

12:45 - Is this a good time to be a startup?

15:23 - Outlier's business model

17:09 - What makes a customer want to join Outlier?

19:48 - Where do Outlier get their insights?

20:45 - Discussion on the different sports data providers

23:44 - Who are Outlier's competitors?

25:56 - Sports betting in Texas

30:26 - Evan's vision for sports betting

33:59 - What does Evan want to be when he grows up?

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E191 - Chris Bevilacqua from SimpleBet

Wed, 24 May 2023 10:56:41 -0300

On this edition of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Chris Bevilacqua, Founder & CEO of SimpleBet.

With a passion for sport held from an early age, Chris started his career as part of the video production team at NBC, making promos for NBA & NFL games.

After a successful period in the TV industry in which Chris won awards, he decided to launch SimpleBet in 2018. SimpleBet is a B2B product development company using machine learning and automation to make every moment of every sporting event a betting opportunity.

Timecodes:

00:30 - Introduction to SimpleBet

01:13 - Chris' passion for wrestling and the lessons it has taught him

07:53 - Chris's background story

16:18 - The future of live sports broadcasting

23:50 - Why did Chris co-found SimpleBet?

26:38 - The SimpleBet product and how it generates money

28:35 - Does SimpleBet have competitors? How does it stand out?

30:09 - Example of a SimpleBet market which can't be found elsewhere

31:16 - How do SimpleBet get their data?

35:25 - Will the likes of Draft Kings start to do this themselves?

36:55 - The makeup of the business & what's next for SimpleBet

41:42 - What does Chris want to do when he grows up

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E190 - Soo Kim from Bally’s

Tue, 09 May 2023 18:42:35 -0300

On this edition of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Soo Kim, Chairman of Bally's Corporation.

Soo is the founding partner of investment firm Standard General L.P. & is the firm's Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer. Soo has a wealth of experience in the investment space, but has also been involved in the evolution of the gaming industry.

Timecodes:

00:57 - Soo's background

03:30 - What kind of entity is Standard General?

05:09 - The structure of a Hedge Fund

07:55 - Types of investment

13:15 - What does Soo class himself as?

17:35 - Bally's thesis

23:48 - How does Bally's differ from its competitors?

25:07 - Bally's acquisition strategy

26:56 - Raising share price

29:39 - Could the physical and online business be separated?

30:47 - Soo's view on sports betting

33:11 - What does Soo want to be when he grows up?

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E189 - Dustin Gouker

Fri, 05 May 2023 09:54:11 -0300

On this edition of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Dustin Gouker, Consultant at Catena Media.

Dustin's story began in the newspaper industry where he worked as a journalist for a number of years before venturing into marketing. In 2015, Dustin began to report on the sports betting and online poker industry for Legal Sports Report. His latest role was as a Vice President at Catena Media in charge of content. He is now acting as a consultant for Catena Media, while deciding what he would like to do next in his career.

Timecodes:

02:10 - Dustin's background

04:15 - Daily Fantasy and Sports Betting

10:45 - Dustin's opinions on sports betting in America

14:50 - Jason v Dustin on regulation

33:15 - What does Dustin make of 'The Big Four' in the US?

35:40 - Dustin's view on a company like Smarkets

43:25 - Next steps for Dustin

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E188 - Joel Simkins from Houlihan Lokey

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 06:31:16 -0300

On this edition of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Joel Simkins, Managing Director in Houlihan Lokey's Technology Group.

Joel began his career as a leading equity analyst before successfully transitioning to investment banking where he has gained a wealth of experience in the gaming industry. Jason and Joel cover a range of topics such as regulation in the industry, discussion on some of the leading sports betting companies, Joel's advice to young entrepreneurs and much more!

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E187 - Dean Sisun from Prophet Exchange

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 08:25:38 -0300

On this edition of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Dean Sisun, CEO & co-founder of Prophet Exchange. They discuss why and how Prophet was set up, how Prophet compares to its competitors & much more before there is a twist to the second half of the podcast!

Timecodes:

00:27 - The founding story of the Prophet Exchange

03:43 - What is Prophet doing that its competitors aren't?

05:00 - Why move back to the US to launch?

07:25 - When did Prophet launch & how is it going?

09:40 - How does Prophet compare to Sport Trade?

12:21 - How does Prophet compare to top-tier sportsbooks?

14:14 - The challenges behind building Prophet.

19:40 - How is Dean managing the challenge of attracting funding in the current economic climate?

25:35 - Dean's questions for Jason

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E186 - Leigh Nissim, Future Anthems

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 06:57:53 -0400

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E185 - Justin Dellario, CEO of unikrn

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 11:17:36 -0400

Justin is joined by Justin Dellario, CEO of eSports betting company, unikrn, on the latest edition of the Business of Betting Podcast. Justin explains what unikrn is, how the world of eSports works and what sports betting has to do with eSports.

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E184 - Varun Sudhakar from BetDEX

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 09:04:13 -0400

Jason is joined by Varun Sudhakar, CEO & Founder of BetDEX in the latest episode of the Business of betting Pod. Varun shares his story, the inner workings of BetDEX, and his ambitions for the future of the company.

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E183 - Alex Kane from Sporttrade

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 12:09:47 -0400

Jason is joined by Alex Kane, CEO and Founder of Sporttrade Inc. in the latest episode of the Business of betting Pod. Alex shares his startup story, as well as his views on the growth of the American sportsbook industry, and his vision for the future of the industry and exchanges.

04:01 Sporttrade: The humble beginnings

06:25 Alex’s Startup and Investment Round journey

08:18 Techstars to launch

12:31 Building the Sporttrade matching engine

16:00 Pre & Post trade challenges

19:33 Sporttrade vs the competition

24:09 The role of market makers

27:00 The Sporttrade business model

29:56 Competitors and the customer acquisition challenge

32:22 Sporttrade vs Prophet

33:49 Why choose Sporttrade?

42:28 The end of price time?

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E182 - Lloyd Danzig from Sharp Alpha Advisors

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 12:00:33 -0400

In this episode of the Business of betting Pod, Jason is joined by Lloyd Danzig, Managing Partner at Sharp Alpha Advisors. In this episode Lloyd shares his views on the future of the sports betting and competitive gaming industry, the adaptation of the exchange model in the US, and his hopes for a next gen ‘smart’ world.

02:40 The many hats of Lloyd Danzig: Venture Capitalist investing in the next generation of sports betting and real money gaming platforms.

04:55 The rise of ‘Competitive Entertainment’: The future of winning or outcome based betting products.

08:16 Picks ‘n’ Shovels vs Operator approach: B2B businesses vs B2C operators.

10:53 Evolution of the Exchanges in the US: The maturing of the sports betting market in the US – Limit Book Orders vs Fixed Odds model & high volume, lower margin bets vs high odds parlays.

15:18 Market Cap for Exchanges in the US: Can the US market expect to match or better the UK’s Exchange market share of 10-15%?

21:45 Will sportsbook operators evolve into Exchanges?: Could the compression of margins from competitors force sportsbooks to adopt the exchange model? Could a sportsbook add a matching engine under the hood?

31:09 Sportsbook wagering limits: The ethical argument on limiting winners.

34:01 The future of the industry: Smart betting through personalised betting recommendations.

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E181 - David Purdum from ESPN

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 10:31:45 -0300

In this episode of the Business of betting Pod, Jason is joined by David Purdum, Gambling reporter for ESPN. In this episode, Purdum who’s been writing on the industry since 2008 goes back on his career, and shares his opinion with Jason on legalization, Sportsbooks in the US and other aspects of the industry.

01:30 How did he get in the Industry: Starting in Atlanta, writing stories about the business, landing at ESPN

06:24 The road towards the federal legislation: The PASPA journey from 2008, David’s opinionThe wire act and federalisation of Sports betting, the barrier to entry

11:50 The evolution of Sports betting in the US: Media companies, Leagues's position, the new betting habits with younger generations, prop bets, Fantasy sports

17:46 The future of betting: Bringing the exchange model in the US, Ethic and limits

20:15 The bookmaker perspective: limiting winners, transaction fees, getting in the industry, market entry and new players: Sporttrade, prophets, Fanatics

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E180 - Jed Corenthal from Phenix RTS

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 13:39:23 -0300

In this episode of the Business of betting, Jason is joined by Jed Corenthal, Chief Marketing Officer at Phenix Real Time Solution. Phenix is a B2B real-time video streaming solutions provider.

The pair discussed the space Phenix operates in and how it's impacting the evolution of Sportsbooks.

01:35 Introduction - Started in sports, went through entrepreneurship and ended up in OTT at Phenix. What is phenix, what does real time streaming mean

04:08 The Secret Sauce: Using content owners, streaming, data providers, Sportsbook integration, distribution system etc. …

08:28 Competitive landscape: Growth in the space, being leader in the market

10:41 The future of Sports data: real time data and micro betting, moving from a bet & watch to watch & bet model, Sportsbook streaming in the UK vs US

15:30 OTT providers v Sportsbook stream: latency, HTTP live streaming, rights distribution, the impact on betting habits, partnerships

24:11 Conclusion on US legislation

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E179 - Sandford Loudon of Oakvale Capital

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 16:04:22 -0300

In this episode of the Business of betting Sandford Loudon joins the show. Oakvale Capital is a leading M&A and advisory firm in the industry. Sanford covers his background, his access to deals, SPACS and shares his opinion on the market.

01:13 His background: From a traditional corporate finance background to gaming advisory; getting access to deals - networking, understanding the space, using his financial foundations

09:40 What are SPACS - Why companies do it, hot it works; the deal with Rush Street Interactive, Valuation and dilution, $10 per share mechanism

29:22 His opinion on the market: Gambling being undervalued

32:05 Focus on the US market: Making money; profitability of US operators; online casinos; maturity of the market; UK v. US

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E178 - Nigel Eccles - From Fanduel to Betdex

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 05:38:48 -0300

In this episode of the Business of betting Nigel Eccles joins the show. Nigel covers his early days at Flutter, his entrepreneurial journey with Fanduel, Betdex and entering the Crypto world. Finally, he gives his honest opinion on the industry.

01:29 His background: Starting at Flutter, taking over Betfair, Launching Betdaq

09:33 His entrepreuneur journey with Hubdub and Fanduel

12:30 Why Betfair is not the leader: Mistakes that prevented Betfair to be #1

15:13 Betfair Post Mortem: Missed on innovation, Marketing failure

21:10 FanDuel journey: The success, winning over casinos

24:57 Fantasy sports & sports betting: PASPA, his vision on the industry, being industry leader

32:36 Building an Exchange in the US: The sophistication of the market, Wire Act and liquidity

37:03 Betdex and Crypto: The purpose, the challenge of Ethereum, Solana, platform risk, the business model and liquidity

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E177 - News roundup with Brad Allen

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 14:34:14 -0300

In this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Brad Allen from Legal Sports Report (LSR) joins Jason Trost to cover and share opinions about the latest industry news.

00:53 Amy Howe talks offshore betting: Making a better product, taxes, offshores books and limits of the market

10:10 Matchbook brokerage service

20:00 Openbet retraded price: stocks down 33%, B2B suppliers, change of control clauses

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E176 - Scott Kaufman-Ross, SVP Gaming & New Business at the NBA

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 12:09:25 -0300

In this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Scott Kaufman-Ross joins the show. Scott is SVP Gaming & New business at the NBA and talks about how he got his job, how the NBA is very pro betting and monetizes betting, what it sees in the future and how teams can decide who to work with.

02:14 How Scott got into the NBA: Starting in Finance, being a fantasy player

07:54 The evolution of the industry: The league’s position on sports betting, what the approach should be

14:38 The NBA’s economic system: Revenue, teams

20:26 The League and revenue share with sportsbooks

25:22 Sponsorship inventory, activation, level of deals (team vs league), licensing framework, legal and offshore operators

31:05 Betting activity and attention: data attribution, large markets

34:25 Consumption of media: Digital vs linear, customisation, NBA telecast

39:00 Injury reports and Transparency

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E175 - News roundup with Brad Allen

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 14:47:18 -0300

EP 175: Doesn’t every sports betting company in the US lose money?

In this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason Trost welcomes journalist Brad Allen from Legal Sports Report (LSR) to cover and share opinions about the industry news.

01:42 Wynn is closing down UK social Betting app BetBull: Wynn losing money on sports betting; Wynn getting out of sports betting?; casinos

11:28 The place of social in sports betting: Draftkings / bet groups; SBK; Skybet; Stock trading and Sports betting

19:08 Susquehanna SIG’s $65.5m investment in PointsBet: Nelly vs Banach; Jeff Yass’s statement; Fundamental model; best odds

29:20 Rumours around Fanatics acquisition of the German sportsbook Tipico (CNBC): Valuation; Fanatics’s Market access; GLI 33

33:04 Colorado’s regulator and the State audit

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https://www.legalsportsreport.com/71735/pointsbet-stock-susquehanna-sig-deal/

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/23/fanatics-is-in-talks-to-buy-sports-betting-company-tipico-sources-say.html

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E174 - Paul Beattie of Soko Advisors

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 05:00:14 -0300

Have a listen to long time industry insider Paul Beattie pontificate on sports betting tech, regulation, and the best way to build technology in the industry

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E173 - Quinton Singleton - founder of bet.works (Part 2)

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 06:10:36 -0300

Quinton rejoins for Part II to talk about house edges, buying vs building, Fanatics getting into the business

Long time betting industry exec and founder joins BoB to talk about bet.works, Cantor Gaming and innovation

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E172 - Quinton Singleton - founder of bet.works (Part 1)

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 04:00:36 -0300

Long time betting industry exec and founder joins BoB to talk about bet.works, Cantor Gaming and innovation

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E171 - Jake Williams - Founder of Business of Betting Podcast

Fri, 27 May 2022 12:09:54 -0300

Jake joins us to talk about why he got into the industry, his time at Sportsradar, PointsBet and his thoughts of being such a prolific podcast host.

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E170 - FanDuel to Barstool to Bettor Capital

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 170 - David VanEgmond

David discusses his time at FanDuel and the Barstool/Penn acquisition as well as all his current efforts with Bettor Capital. We cover growth, branding, unit economics and the development of the betting space.

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E169 - Bettor, Attorney and Podcaster

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 169 - Mike Roselli

Mike is an attorney, bettor and podcaster who joins the podcast to discuss the US betting market, his development and learning curve in the betting space and the current makeup of US betting.

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E168 - Don Best

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 168 - Benjie Cherniak

Benjie was the MD of Don Best which is a well known odds screen for gamblers, traders and within the betting industry. Benjie shares his experience and thoughts, as well as discussing Avenue H Capital which is a new venture that invests in and advises businesses.

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E167 - Betting on Content

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 167 - Zac Reynolds

Zac launched the Betting on Content Agency (BOC Agency) to provide betting content to the US market. We discuss his path to creating the agency, how he sees the industry and content creation as well as the future of the business including working with Leagues, Teams, Suppliers, Operators and others to create betting content.

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E166 - Bookie Bashing

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 15:00:00 -0300

Episode 166 - Tom Brownlee Tom joins the podcast to talk about his advantage play and professional betting as well as the dark arts of betting and gambling. https://www.bookiebashing.net

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E165 - Sports Betting 20/20

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 165 - Logan Fields Logan is the author of Sports Betting 20/20 and joined the podcast to chat about his career as a professional sports bettor. We cover golf betting, betting props, superbowl and more.

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E164 - Wagering Capital Management

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:00:00 -0400

Ep: 164 - Wagering Capital Management

Richard Irvine joins the podcast to discuss WCM and what it offers to bettors all around the world as well as the typical gambling and markets chat. https://www.wageringcm.com/

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E163 - Wagering, Racing and Broadcast

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 163 - Shane Anderson Shane is a successful executive from the racing and wagering world who shares his thoughts and insights from his time in the industry.

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E162 - The Better Bookmaker

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 162 - The Better Bookmaker

T from the Better Bookmaker joins to discuss his approach to the betting and bookmaking industry.

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E161 - Smart Betting Club

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 161 - Peter Ling

Peter comes back on the podcast to talk about betting in 2020 and into 2021.

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E160 - Risk of Ruin

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 160 - John Reeder

John joins the podcast to discuss card counting, casino advantage play and observations from his terrific podcast, Risk of Ruin.

Risk of Ruin - A podcast about gambling, and life, and their intersection. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/risk-of-ruin/id1527018692

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E159 - Game Changing Tote Deal

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 12:07:12 -0400

Episode 159 - Harry Findlay

Harry returns to the podcast to discuss betting during 2020 and a new low margin tote product that could change racing.

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E158 - US Gaming Market

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 158 - Dan Kustelski

Daniel returns to the podcast to discuss the US betting and gaming market, customer acquisition and horse racing topics.

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E157 - Vegas Pro Sports Bettor

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 157 - Harout Massoyan

Harout joins the show to discuss his path in to betting and how he makes a living betting sports.

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E156 - Prop Trading, Sports Trading & Edge Alerter

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 156 - Joonas Karppinen

Joonas is a former prop trader, bet365 sports trader, crypto trader and founder of Edge Alerter.

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E155 - Australian Racing Bookmaker

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 155 - Dave Dwyer

Dave is the Chairman of the NSW Bookmakers Co-Op and shares his story and life in betting and bookmaking.

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E154 - Bettor Edge

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 154 - James Seils

James joins us to discuss Bettor Edge and what he has encountered and learnt building a betting platform.

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E153 - New Jersey Betting

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 153 - Brock Landers Brock joins to talk about his journey from racetracks to sportsbooks and how he has handled the new world of betting in the legalization era.

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E152 - AP and Co-Founder of Betstamp

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 152 - Johnny

Johnny makes his living betting and recently launched betstamp. We talk about how gamblers can improve their betting and what things can be done to have less recreational gamblers and more advanced players.

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E151 - Gambling with an Edge

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 19:00:00 -0400

Episode 151 - Richard Munchkin

Richard is a black jack hall of fame inductee and renowned advantage player. We discuss his time traveling the world counting cards and some of the stories through the years of beating casinos.

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E150 - Betting Evolution - Track to Online

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 19:00:00 -0300

Episode 150 - Mark Sampieri

Mark is a bookmaker who started in the industry in 1980 and has been bookmaking ever since. We discuss the history of bookmaking and how it has transitioned to online and mobile.

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E149 - Crypto Peer to Peer Betting

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 149 - Mark Thomas

Mark is the Co-Founder and CEO of Zensports. We discuss the app and entry in Nevada as well as the future of betting in this space.

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E148 - Marketing, Affiliates and Betting

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0300

Episode 148 - Fintan Costello

Fintan is the CEO of Bonus Finder and joins the podcast to talk digital marketing, brand, affiliates and providing value to the betting consumers.

- Betting operator marketing - Revenue share model for gambling affiliates

- Adding value or misalignment between affiliates and bettors Website https://www.bonusfinder.com/

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E147 - Modeling is Dead

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 16:49:03 -0300

Episode 147 - Dan Shan

- Creating your own price vs relying on market price

- Manual adjustment based on qualitative factors

- CLV and it's place

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E146 - Hidden Risks

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 16:03:44 -0300

Episode 146 - Harry Crane Harry is a statistics professor who shares his thoughts on gambling games, hidden risks, naive probabilism and other related topics.

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E145 - Gambling Wisdom

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 14:00:00 -0300

Episode 145 - Richard Schuetz

Richard is a gaming executive, consultant and academic with almost 50 years in the gaming industry. We discuss his journey and he shares advice for those considering entering the field.

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E144 - Racing Not Only For (the) Elite

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 19:00:00 -0300

Episode 144 - Pat Cummings Pat returns to the podcast to talk about the state of wagering on racing in the US and the recent report by the Thoroughbred Idea Foundation, titled, Racing Not Only For (the) Elite.

Special Report - https://racingthinktank.com/reports/tif-special-report-racing-not-only-elite

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E143 - Tom Waterhouse

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 143 - Tom Waterhouse

Tom is well known as betting operator CEO but also with his tipping service, investment fund and global bookmaking insight. We discuss the future of those areas and what makes a betting brand like his so unique.

Find his app here: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/tom-waterhouse-betting-tips/id1452011133

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E142 - Betting and Analytics

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 07:30:00 -0300

Episode 142 - Dan Rubin

Dan is the CEO and Co-Founder of Cleat Street (https://www.cleat-street.com). We talk about Dan's journey through finance, analytics and into betting.

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E141 - Racing and Betting in America

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 141 - Jason Beem

Jason is a race caller and racing fan. We talk about the art of calling a race, the involvement betting has with his work and how he sees the gambling side of horse racing.

Find the Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jason-beem-horse-racing-podcast/id1074535105 and follow @BeemieAwards on twitter.

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E140 - Betting/DFS Player and Entrepreneur

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 15:30:00 -0300

Episode 140 - Peter Jennings

Peter joins the podcast to discuss his enormously successful DFS days, his observations on the US betting and gaming market, how he built Fantasy Labs and what he picked up along the way.

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E139 - Hong Kong and Australian Racing & Betting Journalist

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 21:00:00 -0300

Episode 139 - Alan Aitken

Alan is a racing and betting journalist and form analyst who has decades of experience in Australia and Hong Kong.

https://www.hkwinningfactor.com/

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E138 - Bookmaking in 2020

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 21:00:00 -0300

Episode 138 - Mark Alati

Mark joins the podcast to talk about his efforts with the Bookmakers Co-Op, transition from retail to retail & online and a focus on responsible gambling.

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E137 - Stats PhD working with betting syndicates

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 20:00:00 -0300

Episode 137 - Noah Silverman

Noah talks through his work assisting betting syndicates, approaching betting and gambling from a scientific and mathematics perspective and prioritizing the fundamentals in order to find success.

Latest project - https://www.light.cx/en/homepage/

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E136 - Hong Kong 2 Win

Sun, 14 Jun 2020 22:00:00 -0300

Episode 136 - Paul Daily

Paul returns to the podcast to discuss the latest developments in betting, racing, technology and Hong Kong.

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E135 - Spanky

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 13:00:00 -0300

Episode 135 - Spanky

Well-known sports bettor Spanky comes back on the show.

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E134 - High Volume Bookmaking and Betting

Mon, 18 May 2020 16:30:00 -0300

Episode 134 - Matthew Trenhaile

Matthew re-joins the podcast to talk about the nuances of a high volume bookmaking strategy, betting options and opportunities as well as thoughts on odds-making and pricing.

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E133 - Betting, Sports, Racing and Mathematics

Sun, 10 May 2020 05:00:00 -0300

Episode 133 - James Willoughby James returns to talk about his clean break from media, the 'fun' aspect in learning and evolving your wagering & domain knowledge as well as some general topics on sports, racing and betting.

See also: Episode 86 - Mathematics, Racing, Sports & Betting

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E132 - Evolution of Betting and Bookmaking

Mon, 04 May 2020 00:21:01 -0300

Episode 132 - Dean Evans

Dean comes back on the podcast to talk about his view on the evolution of betting and bookmaking since we last spoke in Feb, 2018.

See also: Ep: 39 - Betting like an Investor

If you are interested in Dean's work he has kindly offered a 20% ongoing discount if you use BOBPOD. https://www.winningedgeinvestments.com/

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E131 - Star Sports Owner

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 12:00:00 -0300

Episode 131 - Ben Keith

Ben is back on the podcast to talk about changes in his bookmaking world.

E130 - CEO Smarkets & SBK

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 130 - Jason Trost

Jason re-joins the podcast to talk about his betting exchange Smarkets and his sportsbook SBK as well as market making with Hanson.

E129 - Mental Coach

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 08:30:00 -0300

Episode 129 - Jared Tendler

Jared is a mental game coach who covers a range of sports and fields from poker to horseplayers and esports to golf.

See also: Episode 62 - Mental Game Coach (Jared Tendler)

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E128 - Bettor, Bookmaker & Gaming Technology

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 17:30:00 -0300

Episode 128 - Adam Chernoff

Adam talks about his time in gaming technology, sports betting in 2020, some NFL Draft talk and general betting market discussions.

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E127 - Pinnacle’s Director of Trading

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 03:30:00 -0300

Episode 127 - Marco Blume

Marco is Director of Trading at Pinnacle.

Marco has built a bookmaker that is the benchmark for all others to follow offering the lowest margins, the highest limits and a policy of welcoming winners.

E126 - Professional Punter and Thought Leader in Racing

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 18:30:00 -0300

Episode 126 - Marc Lambourne

Marc Lambourne joins us for a second time on the podcast to discuss changes in the wagering landscape and imparts plenty of his typical wisdom.

E125 - Fanvest Wagering Exchange

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 17:19:52 -0300

Episode 125 - John Culver John is the Co Founder and CEO of the Fanvest Wagering Exchange. (https://fanvestwageringexchange.com/)

We discuss the platform his team is building, how it will engage bettors and sports fans and what they have in store during this sports hiatus.

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E124 - Inside the Pylons

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 21:30:00 -0300

Episode 124 - Inside the Pylons

ITP joins the podcast to discuss wagering, racing, attacking your edge and what he would do if he were the racing Czar.

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E123 - Wagerr

Sun, 16 Feb 2020 19:00:00 -0400

Episode 123 - Wagerr

David and Mark from wagerr.com join the podcast to talk about how they are approaching the crypto blockchain space with a unique business model.

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E122 - Market Maker & Professional Bettor

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 122 - Joey Tunes

Joey joins the podcast to talk about his life in the betting world.

- Making your own lines vs making money - Jump the counter to the bookmaking side - Transition through the internet and technology era in sports betting

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E121 - Betting, Math and Programming

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 14:00:00 -0400

Episode 121 - John from Poison Foot

John talks about his background in FX trading, programming and mathematics as well as how we transitioned into the betting world. We discuss how he approaches the data and math side as well as betting markets.

https://www.poisonfoot.com/

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E120 - CEO of Trademate Sports

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 13:00:00 -0400

Episode 120 - Marius Norheim

Marius, the CEO of Trademate Sports talks about his journey into betting as well as his philosophies for betting, building a betting company and some tidbits he has learnt along the way.

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E119 - Betting with Modeling, Statistics and Bayes Theorem

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Episode 119 - Andrew Mack

Andrew joins the podcast to talk about modeling sports, betting using statistical methods and bayes theorem.

Link to Andrew's book - https://www.amazon.com/Statistical-Sports-Models-Excel-Andrew/dp/1079013458

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E118 - Inpredictable

Tue, 31 Dec 2019 18:00:00 -0400

Episode 118 - Michael Beuoy

We discuss Michael's career as a health insurance actuary and his passion for sports, analytics and interesting topics Michael covers on his site https://www.inpredictable.com/.

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E117 - Secondary Marketplace

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Episode 117 - Jake Benzaquen and Dean Sisun

Dean & Jake are the founders of Prophet (https://www.betprophet.co/) and we discuss launching of their secondary marketplace designed for users to optimally cashout their sports bets.

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E116 - Sports Betting with ML & AI

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 22:19:50 -0400

Episode 116 - Lloyd Danzig

Lloyd and I discuss the current and future of sports betting, including in the US, related to developments in machine learning and artificial intelligence as well as the start up space.

- Can machine learning lead to a path for winning bettors to be served in the US market?

- Will machine learning cause a centralization effect in sports betting?

- How have start ups looked to distinguish themselves in the emerging US market?

Founder & CEO https://www.sharpalphaadvisors.com/

Chairman & Founder https://www.icedai.org/

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E115 - NFL Handicapping and Betting

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 18:00:00 -0400

Episode 115 - Fabian Sommer

Suuma talks about his experience analyzing and betting NFL. We talk about key areas of his handicapping as well as closing line value and other metrics he uses in his process.

Website: https://suuma.eu/

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E114 - Betting, Coding and Networking

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 22:07:49 -0400

Episode 114 - Andy Molitor

Andy, half of the Deep Dive Pod, joins the podcast to talk about the role networking has played in his betting, learning to code to augment his betting and how his betting progression has gone so far.

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E113 - Vegas Oddsmaker

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 18:00:00 -0400

Episode 113 - Sportsbook Consigliere

Dave is an oddsmaker and risk analyst at CG Technology in Nevada. - Bookmaking Strategy

- Vegas and Caribbean sports betting

- Evolving US Betting landscape

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E112 - Betting and Epistemology

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 112 - Plus EV Analytics

I talk to Matt about his work as an actuary, betting at the Canadian lottery, building a tennis model and general thoughts on betting, epistemology, Taleb, a betting thought experiment and more.

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E111 - Betting Syndicate, Poker, Pro Goalkeeper and Wagering

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 19:48:12 -0300

Episode 111 - Reece Crowther

Reece has a stacked CV that includes starting and selling a betting fund, playing high limit poker, starting out as a professional goalkeeper and general wagering businessman.

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E110 - Canadian Sports Bettor

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 17:06:22 -0300

Episode 110 - So Money Sports

- Betting 3 Team parlays with 'government juice' in Canada

- NFL Betting

- Hockey Betting

- Money Management

- Diminishing life cycle of an angle/edge

Twitter: @So_Money_Sports

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E109 - CEO of Betsperts

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 19:00:00 -0300

Episode 109 - Reid Rooney

- Pick tracking platform

- Accountability and transparency

- The LinkedIN of sports bettors

Twitter: @betsperts

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E108 - Executive Director of Thoroughbred Idea Foundation

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 19:00:00 -0300

Episode 108 - Pat Cummings

Pat is the Executive Director of the Thoroughbred Idea Foundation and we discuss the future of horse racing, including:

- Take out / Rebates - Breakage - Global perspectives - Betting Product

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E107 - CEO of Total Performance Data

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 14:00:00 -0300

Episode 107 - Will Duff Gordon Will joins the podcast to talk about his business http://www.totalperformancedata.com/ and the use of tracking technology and data for betting and performance evaluation.

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E106 - Football Index Guide

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 14:00:00 -0300

Episode 106 - Pet from FIG

We discuss the Football Index and how people are making money betting on players and receiving dividends.

Check out the FIG here - https://footballindexguidepodcast.fireside.fm/

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E105 - US bookmaking

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 105 - Dink Dink is a former bookmaker and now bettor who talks through his betting and bookmaking life from 25c sheets at the harness track to booking big bets and betting hockey. Dink currently gives out pick for a donation to the Southern California Thoroughbred Rescue, an accredited 501(c)(3) charity devoted to rescuing, rehabilitating, re-training and adoption of at risk thoroughbreds. (@SoCalTBRescue)

Follow Dink on twitter here @dinkinc.

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E104 - CEO of SportStack

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 14:00:00 -0300

Episode 104 - Nick Smith

Founder & CEO of https://www.sportstack.com/, Nick Smith talks about his transition from Goldman Sachs to building a peer-to-peer exchange for buying and selling shares in professional athletes. We discuss SportStack and the plans for the upcoming launch.

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E103 - CEO of The Quant Edge

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 103 - Todd Gross The CEO of The Quant Edge joins the podcast to talk about his path from finance and into the sports betting world. We discuss the strategy and products that Todd's team are building for the newly opened US market.

https://www.thequantedge.com/

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E102 - Transitioning to Professional Betting

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 102 - Kris Dawson Kris talks about his path to becoming a professional bettor. We discuss the losing years, building a business plan and taking betting seriously.

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E101 - Augur - Decentralized Prediction Market

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 101 - Tom Kysar Tom joins the podcast to discuss the early stages of Augur and what a future with a decentralized prediction protocol like Augur could do for the markets on sports, politics, weather and more.

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E100 - Star Sports’s Founder

Fri, 07 Jun 2019 13:00:00 -0300

Episode 100 - Ben Keith Ben shares his insights from many years in the betting industry. We talk about the evolution of the betting space, learnings along the way and some advice for those looking at betting.

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E99 - Formula 1 Betting

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 15:00:00 -0300

Episode 99 - Peter Sainsbury Peter has been betting on Formula 1 for over twenty years and recently wrote a book on the topic. We talk about Peter's background in economics and commodities, his time in betting formula 1 and how the markets are evolving.

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E98 - Rails Bookmaker

Wed, 05 Jun 2019 21:00:00 -0300

Episode 98 - Kevin Saber Kevin in an established and experienced Australian Bookmaker. We talk about his time in the industry and some of the learnings along the way.

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E97 - Psychological Sports Betting

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 14:00:00 -0300

Episode 97 - Mike Holden Mike talks to us about the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and how it can be applied to betting on sports. We talk about manager profiling and applying personality insights into your betting approach. Mike's ebook and information about the upcoming course can be found at https://foxpunter.com/.

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E96 - The Logic of Sports Betting

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 19:00:00 -0300

Episode 96 - Matthew Davidow and Ed Miller The authors of The Logic of Sports Betting join the podcast to talk about some ideas they write about in the book, their new in-play business (Deck Prism) and sports betting principles generally. Grab a copy here - https://www.amazon.com/Logic-Sports-Betting-Ed-Miller-ebook/dp/B07RG6H8C2

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E95 - Betting on Politics

Thu, 30 May 2019 14:00:00 -0300

Episode 95 - Paul Krishnamurty We chat with Paul about his approach to betting on political events around the world and some insight to betting markets, how to manage the signal and noise, general thoughts and the lead up to 2020 US elections.

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E94 - Founder & CEO Smarkets

Tue, 28 May 2019 13:00:00 -0300

Episode 94 - Jason Trost We explore Jason's start in finance and transition to building a Betting Exchange. We discuss the future of betting exchanges, what a Smarkets sportsbook (SBK) means for the exchange, market making and the US market.

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E93 - Gaming Executive Perspective

Tue, 21 May 2019 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 93 - Yaniv Sherman Yaniv is the Head of Commercial Development at 888. 888 is one of the world's most popular online gaming operators & platform providers. We talk about Yaniv's path into the industry and the evolution of the business over the last decade. We go into what the US market offers a business like 888 and some of the most challenging days in the business (UIGEA and Black Friday).

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E92 - Matched Betting

Tue, 14 May 2019 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 92 - Bonus Money Team In this 3 guest episode, we discuss the concept of matched betting. How does it work, what are the reasons why thousands engage in the practice and how you can learn alternate ways to make money from betting. Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

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E91 - Betting and Racing

Tue, 07 May 2019 15:00:00 -0300

Episode 91 - Simon Rowlands We talk about horse racing analysis (handicapping, sectional timing etc) and betting. We cover stride data, intuition, progression of betting markets and more. Simon's TimeForm Knowledge Series - https://www.timeform.com/horse-racing/features/guides/the-timeform-knowledge-992015

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E90 - Betting on MMA

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 90 - Gugabed Gugabed is a MMA and esports expert. We discuss his approach to betting on MMA and the dynamics in the markets. We go through his edge on championship fights and undercards as well as how he handicaps the sport.

Find more information about Gugabed here - https://www.betmma.tips/gugabe

Gugabed Podcast - http://www.podcasts.com/mma-betting-thoughts-with-gugabe-a2983f860

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E89 - High Volume Bookmaking

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 19:00:00 -0300

Episode 89 - Tristan Merlehan We talk to a high volume bookmaker who talks about his style and why it works.

Tristan is a Director at https://www.topsport.com.au/

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E88 - The Betting Grind

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 88 - Joey Knish

We talk about the grind to be a long term sports bettor and finding an edge at opening numbers.

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Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E87 - Sports Trading & Mental Game

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 87 - Luke MacDonald Luke talks about his time in the professional poker world, trading sports on betfair and how he handles the mental game of being a full time sports trader.

Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

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E86 - Mathematics, Racing, Sports & Betting

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 13:00:00 -0300

Episode 86 - James Willoughby

James chats about his time in racing, his passion for mathematics, sports betting, the theory of anything and everything as well as some thoughts on the path forward in horse racing.

Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E85 - Sporttrade

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 85 - Alex Kane

Alex is the Co-Founder and CEO of Sporttrade, a brand new sports betting exchange focusing on the US market. Alex takes us through his plans and vision for his platform.

https://sporttrade.io/

Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E84 - Ball Street Trading

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 18:00:00 -0300

Episode 84 - Scott San Emeterio Scott talks about his path from investment banking to creating @ballstreetapp. We discuss the future for the app and real time trading. https://app.ballstreettrading.com/landing

https://www.ballstreettrading.com/

Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E83 - NFL Betting Model

Tue, 12 Mar 2019 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 83 - Samkon Models

Shawn (Samkon Models) joins the podcast to talk about his NFL betting model and its creation/performance during last season.

More information - https://samkonmodels.com/

Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E82 - Sports Betting and Analytics

Tue, 05 Mar 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 82 - Rufus Peabody

Rufus is a professional bettor who focuses on football, golf and baseball. We discuss his approach to handicapping and betting, including the psychology of wagering.

Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E81 - Finance to Sports Betting

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 81 - Eric Waz

Waz moved from the finance world to take on sports betting in Las Vegas.

We talk about the transition, his approach to betting sports, a deep dive into his process and mental/physical health to ensure longevity.

Waz can be found at Bettor IQ - https://bettoriq.com/handicapper/eric-waz/

Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E80 - Affiliate Marketing

Tue, 19 Feb 2019 15:00:00 -0400

Episode 80 - Erik Bergman

Erik co-founded Catena Media, a stock-listed company in Sweden and now runs Great.com.

We discuss affiliate marketing, the business models, how to set up an affiliate program and the connection with the online gaming industry.

Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E79 - On Course to Online Bookmaking

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 79 - Luke Behrmann

Luke describes his start in bookmaking and huge turnover in the Sydney ring at age 28. From there we discuss his progression to online bookmaking and the start of Bbet.

https://bbet.com.au/

Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

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E78 - Clerk to Trader and Pro Punter

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 78 - Daniel Kelly

Dan takes us through his career progression from on track clerk to trader and professional punter.

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Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

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E77 - Data Analytics and Betting Optimization

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 77 - David Vitali

David speaks about his time as a Data Architect in the corporate world and his transition to sports and racing. We talk about data analytics, how to optimize your process and what type of automation and data crunching you can do to improve your betting. David is the Managing Director of Statfreaks.

Visit: https://www.statfreaks.com.au/

Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E76 - Iconic Vegas Oddsmaker

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 21:00:00 -0400

Episode 76 - Roxy Roxborough

Roxy is a legendary Las Vegas Oddsmaker who was involved in many sports betting businesses including Las Vegas Sports Consultants and American Wagering Inc.

We talk betting, setting lines, the RGs and the current landscape for US sports betting.

Season 4 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E75 - Co Founder of Tipstrr

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 75 - Damien Fearn

Damien is a 10 year veteran in the sports and sports betting world. From professional sports to betting syndicates and now the Managing Director at Tipstrr.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

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E74 - CEO & Founder of Colossus Bets

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 18:00:00 -0400

Episode 74 - Bernard Marantelli Bernard is the CEO & Founder of Colossus Bets.

We chat about Bernard's career path from professional punter, to the financial services industry and now in his new pools betting business, Colossus Bets.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E73 - A Compulsive Gambler

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 18:00:00 -0400

Episode 73 - Jamie

Jamie is married with a family, a small business owner, former college athlete, and honor student.

Also, Jamie is a compulsive gambler who has not placed a bet since July, 2010.

We chat about the struggles and challenges that come with compulsive gambling.

Jamie has a website and podcast which can be found at - https://www.aftergambling.com/

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E72 - Baseball, Football, Math and Moneyball

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 19:00:00 -0400

Episode 72 - Gill Alexander

Gill is a professional sports bettor and host of The Numbers Game on VSIN.

Gill has been in the sports betting world for a long time and comes on the podcast to chat about his experiences.

Twitter : @beatingthebook

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E71 - US Sports Betting

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 71 - Captain Jack Andrews

Jack Andrews is a professional sports bettor based in the recently legal jurisdiction of New Jersey.

We talk US sports betting and what the future holds, from a professional bettors perspective.

Twitter: @capjack2000

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E70 - Head Trader - FansUnite

Mon, 29 Oct 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 70 - Stephen Rothwell

Stephen comes from a professional betting background and is the Head Trader at FansUnite.

We discuss sports betting, using machine learning and data science to assist your betting, high volume low margin offerings, NBA betting and more. Find out more here: https://medium.com/fansunite/what-is-a-virtual-high-volume-low-margin-model-759d09f8f909 https://fansunite.io/docs/fansunite-yellowpaper-latest.pdf

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E69 - On-Track Betting

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 69 - Jack Dickens

Dicko, the man behind the mailbag (https://themailbag.com.au/), is a familiar figure in Australian racing and talks us through his approach and edge in racing markets.

We chat about the state of the industry and he details what makes his distinct approach sustainable.

https://themailbag.com.au/

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E68 - Sports Betting in the USA

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 68 - Spanky Sports

Spanky is a seasoned professional sports bettor with years of experience in the US.

Spanky talks us through the evolution of sports betting in the US and some current topics emerging in the newly regulated market.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E67 - Predictions & Analytics

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 67 - Ed Feng

Ed Feng has a Stanford Ph.D. in applied math.

We talk about sports, predictions, analytics, markets, betting, data and beer.

The Power Rank uses data and analytics to make accurate football and March Madness predictions.

https://thepowerrank.com/

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E66 - Business of Racing

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 66 - Luke Murrell

Luke is the Director of Australian Bloodstock.

He spent his early years working with the likes of Rob Waterhouse and honing his skills on horse racing analysis in Sydney betting rings.

Today he scours the globe for the best talent to bring to the races.

https://australianbloodstock.com.au/

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E65 - Global Handicapping

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 65 - Adam Blencowe

Adam is a Senior Handicapper at Racing and Sports.

Adam started out as a bookmaker and currently handicapping horse racing around the world.

We chat about all aspects of handicapping, racing and wagering.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E64 - Matched Betting

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 64 - Nico Bonus Bank

- Matched Betting

- Regulatory outlook

- Using free bets and bonus bets

- https://bonusbank.com.au/

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E63 - Sports Modeling & ScoreEx Betting Exchange

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 63 - George EVBettor

- Sports Betting and Modeling

- Predictive vs Descriptive Statistics

- Analytical vs Situational Handicapping

- A New Betting Exchange https://thescorex.com/

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E62 - Mental Game Coach

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 62 - Jared Tendler

Jared is a mental game coach who works with poker players, golfers, sports bettors, traders and those looking to improve performance.

We chat about how people can improve their betting, what things often hold back performance and how you can improve your efficiency.

http://jaredtendler.com/

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E61 - Sports Betting

Mon, 27 Aug 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 61 - Jerry & Kieran

Jerry & Kieran are the sports bettors behind Sports Thoughts and have their own weekly podcast (https://sportsthoughts.co/podcast).

We discuss their approach to building a model and betting sports, bankroll management, how to find and calculate your edge, monitoring sports betting markets and more.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E60 - Famous Bookmaker and Punter

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 60 - Rob Waterhouse

Rob is a very well known bookmaker and punter who has faced punters in Australia, New Zealand and in the UK.

Rob is a leading mind and analyst in racing and discusses many topics around his approach to analyzing form, wagering markets and advice for those getting involved today.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today.

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E59 - Blockchain Powered Betting Tools and Platform

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 59 - Brett Richey

Brett is a former pro poker player and current CEO of BlitzPredict.

BlitzPredict provides tools and information to bettors as well as line aggregation, smart betting and tipping services time stamped on the blockchain against true market odds.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

The Betfair exchange isn’t a house that sets the odds, it’s betting at it’s purest. One punters opinion against another’s. Play the game within the game and join today Residents of Australia can join Betfair by visiting betfair.com.au and support this podcast by using promo code BOBPOD.

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E58 - Betting and Bookmaking Greyhounds

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 58 - Julian Gauld

Julian has been both a punter and a bookie specializing in greyhound racing.

We discuss how he got his start, some of the big betting battles during his bookmaking days and life as a greyhound punter.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

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E57 - Beating the Bookies with their own Numbers

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 57 - Lisandro Kaunitz and Javier Kreiner

Lisandro and Javier discuss a research paper they wrote about the online sports betting market.

They designed a strategy to beat bookmakers with their own numbers. The strategy proved profitable in a 10-year historical simulation using closing odds, a 6-month historical simulation using minute to minute odds, and a 5-month period during which they staked real money with the bookmakers (the code, data and models are publicly available). They also describe their betting experience to illustrate how the sports gambling industry compensates these market inefficiencies with discriminatory practices against successful clients.

Research Paper - https://arxiv.org/abs/1710.02824

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Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

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E56 - Pricing, Odds and Pinnacle Model

Mon, 23 Jul 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 56 - Matthew Trenhaile

Matthew is a former odds compiler at IG Index (spread betting).

We discuss games including Magic the Gathering as well as pricing, markets, homogenized odds, recreating the Pinnacle model and more.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

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E55 - Betting Regulation Revolution

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 55 - Professor Leighton Vaughan Williams

Prof. Leighton Vaughan Williams is Professor of Economics and Finance, Director of the Betting Research Unit and Director of the Political Forecasting Unit at Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University. We discuss betting regulation, taxation, research and industry challenges around betting regulatory frameworks.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

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E54 - Analytics and Modeling

Mon, 09 Jul 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 54 - Alok Pattani

Alok spent 8 years at ESPN working in sports data and analytics.

Currently, Alok is a quantitative analyst at Google.

We discuss how sports analytics has evolved in his world and predictive modeling.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Join by clicking here : https://www.betfair.com.au/extensions/redir/BOBPOD/2 and entering code BOBPOD.

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E53 - Professional Betfair Trader

Mon, 02 Jul 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 53 - Caan Berry

Caan is a professional trader and recent author (Betfair Trading Made Simple: The Ultimate Guide to Getting Started).

Caan shares his experience and knowledge from years spent trading on the exchanges.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

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E52 - Harness Racing Expert

Mon, 25 Jun 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 52 - Ben Krahe

Ben Krahe is a former bookmaker and current harness racing punter.

Ben has years of experience and shares his insights and thoughts on all things harness, trots, greyhounds and wagering.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

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E51 - Australian Corporate Bookmaking

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 51 - Tom Waterhouse

Tom Waterhouse is a well known Australian bookmaker who sold his business to William Hill and went on to become CEO of William Hill Australia.

Season 3 is proudly sponsored by Betfair Pty Limited.

Betfair operates a betting exchange and is licensed in the Northern Territory, Australia.

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E50 - Professional Sports Betting

Tue, 08 May 2018 19:00:00 -0300

Episode 50 - Rob Pizzola

Rob has a background in computer science and statistics. He is a professional bettor living in North America and focuses on Hockey and Baseball.

Rob shares his approach to betting, statistics, money management and also why you should bet numbers and not teams.

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E49 - From IAS to Sportsbet to Betting

Tue, 01 May 2018 19:00:00 -0300

Episode 49 - Mark Rhoden

Mark is a former corporate bookmaker with the likes of IAS Bet, Paddy Power and Sportsbet. More recently Mark has transitioned to a full time professional bettor.

We get Mark’s insights from almost two decades corporate bookmaking on things like betting analysis, risk management and trading.

Mark also shares his thoughts from the last 15 months betting professionally.

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E48 - Psychology of Betting

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 19:00:00 -0300

Episode 48 - Joseph Buchdahl

Jospeh is a prominent author, writer and thinker in the sports betting psychology space.

Joseph has written many books and articles on the cognitive side of sports betting and he talks about ideas and principles that help sports bettors understand markets and betting.

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E47 - The Evolution of Trading

Tue, 17 Apr 2018 16:59:54 -0300

Episode 47 - Peter Webb

Peter is a sports and racing trader and founder of Bet Angel, the prominent betfair trading software.

We discuss the evolution of trading, as well as many of the thoughts and ideas Peter uses as a successful trader.

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E46 - Trading and Betting Psychology

Tue, 10 Apr 2018 17:30:00 -0300

Episode 46 - David Beirne

David is the GM of Trading at Tabcorp.

We discuss the psychology of betting and trading and get insights from a thought leader in the space.

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E45 - GeeGeez & Horse Racing

Tue, 03 Apr 2018 18:07:07 -0300

Episode 45 - Matt Bisogno Matt is the Editor in Chief of GeeGeez, a leading horse racing resource for punters in the UK.

Matt is also the Chair of the Horseracing Bettors Forum where he represents the interests of those who bet on British horse racing.

We discuss his vision for GeeGeez and the racing industry in general.

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E44 - Golf Betting and Handicapping

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 17:30:00 -0300

Episode 44 - Brady Kannon

Brady is a golf handicapper based in las Vegas and has been following and betting golf tournaments for many years.

Brady is also the 2011 LVH NFL Super Contest champion.

We chat handicapping a golf tournament, betting markets and tips for recreational golf bettors to increase their chances of success.

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E43 - Wagering and Niche Sports Betting

Tue, 20 Mar 2018 14:29:34 -0300

Episode 43 - Anthony Jupp

Juppy started out as a bookmaker's clerk before moving to the UK to work with Sporting Index and their innovative spread betting product.

Upon returning to Australia, Juppy spent time at Sportsbet before switching to the betting side and now focuses his time on niche sports betting markets.

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E42 - Professional Betting with a Former Bookmaker

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 17:30:00 -0300

Episode 42 - Stewart Davidson

Stewart was a professional bookmaker for 20 years before the equine influenza hit Sydney racing.

Stewart turned his hand to full time professional betting and he shares his insights and knowledge on both betting and bookmaking.

We discuss specialization, having an open minded approach and the fractured nature of horse racing wagering in 2018.

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E41 - Sustainable Wagering

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 17:30:00 -0400

Episode 41 - Richard Irvine Richard is an advocate for fair wagering and a voice for punters in Australia.

In this episode, we discuss the point of consumption tax, the presence of a national regulator, in-play wagering and minimum bet laws.

https://fairwageringaustralia.com/

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E40 - Professional Betting & Dedicated Racing Analysis

Tue, 27 Feb 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 40 - Darren Potter

Darren started betting professionally in 2008 and has focused on Victorian horse racing.

Darren talks about money management, the skills required to be both a form analyst and a betting expert, whether you can be ‘out of form’ when doing the form, track walking and a myriad of other insightful betting topics.

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E39 - Betting like an Investor

Wed, 21 Feb 2018 17:30:00 -0400

Episode 39 - Dean Evans

Dean aka the Trial Spy has been an enormously successful horse racing analyst and service provider based on his innovative and revolutionary approach to form assessment.

We chat about investing principles, money management, bank preservation, how to watch trials, the tipping industry and the guiding principles for Winning Edge Investments.

https://www.winningedgeinvestments.com/

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E38 - Sports Betting and Horse Racing

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 17:30:00 -0400

Episode 38 - Parlay Queen

Monique, the Parlay Queen, is from Toronto, Canada and is a horse racing and sports betting handicapper.

Monique talks to us about her local horse track at Woodbine, prop betting on sports, pick 6s, in play wagering and the ins and outs of betting in Canada.

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E37 - Bookmaking and Betting Professionally

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 18:00:00 -0400

Episode 37 - Peter Todd

Peter is a vastly experienced bookmaker and punter dating back to the start of the 1970s.

Peter takes us through his style of bookmaking and almost a decade of betting professionally.

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E36 - Bitcoin Betting, Building a Model & Sports Handicapping

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 36 - Whale Capper

Whale Capper is a sports bettor based out of Southern California and has been involved in sports betting for over a decade.

We discuss the nickname, Whale Capper, betting offshore, how to build a sports betting model, betting with Bitcoin and off-shore, NBA and NFL and advice on what not to do when sports betting.

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E35 - Betting Industry Chat

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 35 - Scott Ferguson

Scott grew up in South Australia before heading up to Darwin to join corporate bookmaker Darwin All Sports.

Since then, Scott has traveled around the world working in betting, betting education, betting exchanges, at the horse racing bettors forum and consulting.

We chat about the Horse Racing Bettors Forum, bookmaking, betting advice and more.

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E34 - Vegas Pro Sports and UFC Handicapper

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 18:00:00 -0400

Episode 34 - Christian Pina

Christian started out in the fantasy and daily fantasy sports world before moving to Las Vegas and transitioning to sports betting.

He is the man behind the Hook Report and the editor of content at the sports gambling podcast as well as a professional sports and UFC handicapper and bettor.

Christian shares his insights and perspective on being a professional sports bettor in Las Vegas.

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E33 - Betting Contests with Vegas Matty

Tue, 09 Jan 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 33 - Vegas Matty

Matty Simo is one half of the most trusted football proxy team in Las Vegas. (http://www.footballcontest.com/)

Vegas Matty helps contestants get their picks in for all the Las Vegas contests including the Westgate Super Contest.

We talk about what makes the Super Contest so popular and all the ins and outs of the Las Vegas Contest scene including why these are not sports betting contests.

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E32 - Corporate Bookmaking with Sally Snow

Tue, 02 Jan 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 32 - Sally Snow

Sally has been working in bookmaking since her time at Sydney racetracks working for Tom and Bill Waterhouse.

Today she continues to work on the bookmaking side at the TAB.

Sally talks about her approach to bookmaking and betting as well as what she has discovered in her years of working in the industry.

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E31 - Pro Sports Trading with Ryan Carruthers

Tue, 26 Dec 2017 18:00:00 -0400

Episode 31 - Ryan Carruthers

Ryan is the founding member of the Betfair Trading Community. Ryan started trading horses and has moved on to be a professional sports trader focusing on soccer, tennis and NFL.

Ryan talks about what he has learnt trading full time for many years and some of his tips and best advice for traders out there. Check out his platform at www.betfairtradingcommunity.com. Also go to www.businessofbetting.com to see a trading plan that Ryan references in this episode.

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E30 - Bookmaking with Natalie Hinkley

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 18:00:00 -0400

Episode 30 - Natalie Hinkley

Natalie is a registered bookmaker in Victoria and has been frequenting Victorian racetracks for over a decade starting out as a bookies clerk.

Natalie talks about the evolution of bookmaking over the last decade, including the changes in top fluctuation betting, predicting horse racing markets and using market intelligence to assist her bookmaking.

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E29 - Betting and Investing with Dr. Ziemba

Tue, 12 Dec 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Episode 29 - Dr. William Ziemba

Dr. Ziemba earned his PhD is from the University of California, Berkeley. He also taught Financial Modeling and Stochastic Optimization at the University of British Columbia from 1968-2006.

His expertise lie in horse racing, sports betting, finance and investing, among other things. We cover a myriad of topics and gain insight from a world leading academic, thinker, investor and author.

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E28 - Betting on Tennis

Tue, 05 Dec 2017 19:00:00 -0400

Episode 28 - Dan Weston

Dan started out not as a sports bettor but playing poker online. Following the changes in the poker world, Dan concentrated on sports and is the man behind Tennis Ratings.

Dan uses statistical analysis to trade on tennis markets all around the world and provides premium content on his website http://www.tennisratings.co.uk/.

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E27 - Gambling Psychology

Tue, 28 Nov 2017 19:46:56 -0400

Episode 27 - Dr Sally Gainsbury PhD

Dr Gainsbury is a qualified Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years’ experience conducting gambling research.

Her research has focused on understanding gambling to inform the development of responsible gambling strategies and harm minimisation policies.

Her research excellence and contribution to the wider community has been recognised with numerous awards in her field.

You can find some of Dr. Gainsbury's recent work here - https://sydney.academia.edu/SallyGainsbury

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E26 - Pinnacle’s Director of Trading

Tue, 21 Nov 2017 18:00:00 -0400

Episode 26 - Marco Blume

Marco is Director of Trading at Pinnacle.

Marco has built a bookmaker that is the benchmark for all others to follow offering the lowest margins, the highest limits and a policy of welcoming winners.

This episode is a deep dive into the thoughts, philosophies and strategy that Marco uses and has used to become one of the world’s most successful bookmakers.

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E25 - Harry Findlay - High Profiled Betting Expert

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 16:00:00 -0300

Ep: 25 - Harry Findlay

Harry needs no introduction.

He is a superstar punter who has an illustrious gambling career.

Harry discusses many things including his involvement with Star Lizard and Asian handicaps, how he sees the betting industry and some of his infamous betting stories.

Harry’s biography, Harry Findlay – Gambling For Life, written by Neil Harman, contains so many of the great stories and is a great read for those who enjoy this episode.

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E24 - Global Betting - Chalkline Sports CEO

Mon, 02 Oct 2017 19:40:45 -0300

Ep: 24 - Daniel Kustelski

Daniel was born in the US, and having spent time in South Africa has gained experience in global betting and wagering. He has run a number of betting businesses, and is back in America as the CEO of Chalkline Sports.

Daniel discusses everything from in-play betting, the US betting landscape and the challenges for operators and bettors in the 2017 global betting climate.

http://chalklinesports.com/

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E23 - esports Betting - Unikrn CEO

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 17:00:00 -0300

Ep: 23 - Rahul Sood

Rahul is the CEO of Unikrn, a Seattle based esports platform, which has seen investment from the likes of Ashton Kutcher and Mark Cuban.

We discuss esports betting, the Unikrn platform, the global esports industry and it’s future as well as his Seattle Seahawks.

https://unikrn.com/

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E22 - NFL expert - The Quant Coach

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 17:17:44 -0300

Ep: 22 - Kevin Braig

Kevin is a full time attorney from Columbus, Ohio and the brain behind the Quant Coach.

http://www.quantcoach.com/

Kevin is an NFL football expert who has written academic papers about the game and his approach to understanding the complex nuances of the game.

Kevin covers many topics including play design, coaching IQ and even how he once lined up against Ken Griffey Jnr in high school.

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E21 - Can you lose money picking 60% winners?

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 18:30:59 -0300

Ep: 21 - Victor Haghani

Victor is a very well known finance and investing expert. Victor started out at Salomon Brothers before moving on to places including John Meriweather and Long Term Capital Management. Currently, he is the Founder and CEO of Elm Funds.

Victor joins the podcast to chat about a myriad of topics including his recent research paper and experiment titled Rational Decision Making under Uncertainty.

Link - https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=2856963

We discuss the results of the experiment with a biased coin (60% heads vs 40% tails) and the optimal bankroll and money management techniques for betting, wagering, investing and gambling.

Is it possible to lose long term when picking 60% winners? Can you bet too little or too much when the outcome is 60/40 in your favour? We discuss this and more.

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E20 - Inside the Secret Betting Club

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 17:00:00 -0300

Ep: 20 - Peter Ling - The Secret Betting Club

Peter runs the Secret Betting Club which is the Trip Advisor of tipsters.

https://secretbettingclub.com/

In an industry with unscrupulous touts and legitimate winners, the Secret Betting Club reviews, researches and rates tipsters over the long term.

The Secret Betting Club is an independent and quality service that helps punters and bettors with all the information that they need to succeed.

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E19 - Professional Punter from Humbleton

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 17:00:00 -0300

Episode 19 John Walter. John Walter is a professional punter and Jockey Manager.

John takes us inside his time at world leading betting operation Humbleton led by the renowned Zeljko Ranogajec. John talks about what it is like to be a Jockey manager, some tips and tools for punters and racing as an industry and the wagering product.

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E18 - PropSwap - Hedging your bets in Vegas

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 18:58:30 -0300

PropSwap - Ian Epstein & Luke Pergande - Episode 18 - Co-Founders of PropSwap Ian Epstein and Luke Pergande join the podcast.

Ian and Luke met when they were students at the University of Arizona and Co-Founded PropSwap in 2013, in Las Vegas.

Luke came from the finance world and spent time at Bloomberg and also trading stocks before founding PropSwap, whilst Ian has been in Vegas since 2012 and spent time at Cantor Gaming sportsbook prior to PropSwap.

Ian and Luke chat with me about sports betting, their business, what the industry is like and what part of the betting world PropSwap fits into.

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E17 - Professional Punter and Racing Analyst

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 17:00:00 -0300

Daniel O'Sullivan has spent over a decade working in the racing world.

He is a professional punter and racing analyst who offers highly valuable punting insights and advice through his service Bet Smart.

Daniel is a leading mind when it comes to the philosophy and broader topics of racing and wagering.

We discuss the current wagering environment, betting for a living and much more.

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E16 - Poker Pro Player and 2011 WSOP Bracelet WInner

Wed, 09 Aug 2017 20:00:00 -0300

Allen Bari is a World Series of Poker Bracelet winner and has amassed millions of dollars in poker winnings over his career.

We discuss a whole hosts of topics from his Bracelet winning tournament, intuition and tells at the poker table, Phil Ivey and his casino cheating scandal, traveling the world playing texas hold em, Game Theory Optimal betting strategy, staking players and more.

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E15 - US Sports Betting & NFL Betting Expert

Tue, 01 Aug 2017 16:40:32 -0300

Joe Fortenbaugh is an expert at NFL, college football, fantasy, well sports in general. He hosts a radio show in San Francisco and has been releasing great betting and sports content for years. Joe joined the podcast to chat about all things betting, NFL, season wins, college football, the NFL Draft and more.

Joe has lived and breathed Vegas, covered the San Francisco sports scene for the last few years and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to US sports and betting.

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E14 - Bitcoin Sports Betting

Wed, 26 Jul 2017 19:00:00 -0300

https://bitedge.com/ Bitedge is the leading source of bitcoin sports betting information.

Bitedge is a great website and resource for those looking for further details and information about the possibilities in the crypto-currency and betting world. The Business of Betting Podcast - A podcast about the business side of the betting, wagering and investing world.

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E13 - Professional Sports & Racing Trader

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 16:48:03 -0300

Tony is a full time professional sports and racing trader.

Tony utilizes software to execute trades on sports and racing to put himself in a winning position, regardless of the result of the betting event.

Tony shares some of his thoughts, secrets and tips that he has curated and developed over the years, which he also freely shares in videos, books and other resources on his site thesportstrader.com.

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E12 - World Leading Sectional Data Expert & Racing Analyst

Tue, 11 Jul 2017 22:59:43 -0300

Vince Accardi has decades of experience in the Betting world.

He has developed, curated and even mastered the ability to utilize data for form analysis.

Vince leads the way when it comes to his incremental velocity ratings and using those to formulate a race shape and profiles for horses around Australia.

Vince delves pretty deep into some of the philosophies he uses and what the future may hold for tracking and sectional data.

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E11 - Professional Punter & Racing Analyst

Tue, 04 Jul 2017 23:00:00 -0300

Nathan started out on the bookmaking side and progressed to the betting side where today he is a renowned figure in Sydney betting circles.

Nathan specialises in Sydney racing and discusses some of the tools he uses to win betting professionally.

Nathan touches on Betfair, his time in the Sydney betting ring and much more.

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E10 - Las Vegas Sports Betting Hedge Fund

Tue, 27 Jun 2017 23:07:09 -0300

Chris Connelly is the founder of Contrarian Investments LLC, a Nevada registered Sports Betting Entity.

Chris takes us inside Las Vegas and the life of a sports betting entity.

He speaks about his staking plan, betting at the window, line moves, American sports and what it is like to be one of a very small group to operate a Betting Entity.

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E9 - Professional Punter and Thought Leader in Racing

Wed, 21 Jun 2017 00:56:16 -0300

Marc Lambourne has decades of experience in the wagering world.

He has a plethora of knowledge from odds to markets and also shares some of the secrets he uses to make a living in the horse racing world.

Marc was kind enough to share his number 1 form factor when it comes to handicapping and some useful tips for the casual bettor.

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E8 - Sports Technology & Betting Data Expert

Tue, 13 Jun 2017 22:20:00 -0300

Nathan is the Co-Founder and Partner of Genius Tech Group.

Genius Tech partners with the likes of Riot, Ladbrokes and Draftstars to provide innovative and engaging content.

Nathan talks about his business, the rise of big data and how he entered the sports data and technology world.

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E7 - NBA Daily Fantasy Sports (Part 2)

Wed, 07 Jun 2017 04:28:58 -0300

Episode 7 (part 2) - Josh Lloyd - Business of Betting Podcast

Josh is the lead fantasy basketball analyst at Basketball Monster, the man behind the mic on the Locked on Fantasy Basketball podcast and founder of Red Rock Fantasy Basketball.

In this 2 part episode, Josh talks about all things NBA, DFS and how the daily fantasy industry is evolving.

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E7 - NBA Daily Fantasy Sports (Part 1)

Thu, 01 Jun 2017 01:53:41 -0300

Episode 7 (part1) - Josh Lloyd - Business of Betting Podcast

Josh is the lead fantasy basketball analyst at Basketball Monster, the man behind the mic on the Locked on Fantasy Basketball podcast and founder of Red Rock Fantasy Basketball.

In this 2 part episode, Josh talks about all things NBA, DFS and how the daily fantasy industry is evolving.

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E6 - Betting Pro & Database Expert

Wed, 24 May 2017 18:23:50 -0300

Episode 6 - Paul Daily - Business of Betting Podcast

Paul discusses his entry into the racing business and how he built the cutting edge database and software that he offers punters today.

Paul is another dedicated and passionate racing man so it was a pleasure to talk all things racing and wagering.

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E5 - Global Sports Betting Hedge Fund CEO - Priomha Capital

Tue, 16 May 2017 18:52:41 -0300

Episode 5 - Brendan Poots - Priomha CEO - Business of Betting Podcast

Brendan started Priomha in 2010 and today it has its place as one of the world’s premiere sports betting hedge funds.

Priomha offers a different asset class for investors looking at diversification of their portfolio and is independent from economic conditions in the traditional investing markets.

As you can probably tell, this episode was a lot of fun and involved delving into the strategy, operation and intelligence behind one of the world leading sports hedge funds.

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E4 - Former Bookmaker & Pro Bettor focussing on North & Central America

Wed, 10 May 2017 21:19:30 -0300

Episode 4 - Adam Chernoff -- Business of Betting Podcast

Adam started his foray into the betting world spending a decade in the Caribbean, and Central America regions in places like Trinidad & Tobago, the Dominican Republic and Columbia.

Adam takes us back to what it was like in that part of the world and how betting and bookmaking has changed over the last 15 years.

Adam currently lives in Canada and we discuss the current betting environment in North America as well as what positive changes could help augment the US betting culture.

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E3 - Legendary Australian Bookmaker and Pro Punter

Tue, 02 May 2017 23:56:48 -0300

Episode 3 - Dominic Beirne - Business of Betting Podcast

Dominic is a legend in the bookmaking and betting world. He was Australia's biggest on course bookmaker turning over up to 60 million in the 1980s.

Dominic takes us into the mind of a world class bookmaker and some of the strategy behind bookmaking, odds fluctuations and how he handled the horse racing markets throughout his career.

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E2 - Pro Racing Punter and Data Analyst

Wed, 26 Apr 2017 22:11:30 -0300

Episode 2 - Ralph Horowitz - Business of Betting Podcast

Ralph began in sports media before transitioning into full time betting. He is a prominent and opinionated horse racing professional in Australia.

We covered the current horse racing industry and some of the challenges it faces as well as his insights with regards to data, innovation and media.

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E1 - Wagering and Betting Professional

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 23:03:29 -0300

Episode 1 - Shaun Beirne - Business of Betting Podcast Shaun Beirne is an accomplished wagering professional with 20 years in the betting industry with the likes of TAB, LuxBet and Betfair.

Shaun joins the podcast to talk about his experience in setting up and running corporate bookmaking businesses as well as his expert knowledge of sports betting and horse racing.

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Introduction

Thu, 06 Apr 2017 02:44:12 -0300

Episode 0 - Introduction - Business of Betting Podcast

A podcast about the business side of the betting, wagering and investing world.

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