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Against All Odds with Cousin Sal

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Jimmy Kimmel Live’ on-air personality and host of Cousin Sal’s Winning Weekend, Sal Iacono breaks down the world of gambling across a variety of sports, including NFL, NBA, NHL, UFC, boxing, wrestling, and competitive hot dog-eating. Each week, Sal offers up odds analysis as well as his best bets, while introducing celebrities, Vegas experts, and his pack of lunatic friends, who are shameless about discussing their latest wins and losses (mostly losses).

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PGA Championship Props and Best Bets With Joe House (Ep. 106) 14.05.2019 1:21:08

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss their bad beats from this weekend and to preview the NBA conference finals. Then, Joe House joins to give out his best PGA Championship picks and discuss Tiger's chances at Bethpage this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Playoff Best Bets, Tony Romo Golf Props, and More Degenerate Nominees (Ep. 105) 08.05.2019 59:26

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss the winning best bets from the weekend, the struggling Celtics, the entertaining Nuggets-Blazers series, the Canes' sweep, and the best prop bets for Tony Romo on the PGA Tour this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kentucky Derby Best Bets With Eddie Olyczyk (Ep. 104) 02.05.2019 1:02:11

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss the exciting NHL playoffs, the excruciating NBA playoffs, and the best Captain Morgan prop of the year. Then, NBC Sports' Eddie Olczyk joins to give out his best bets for the Kentucky Derby this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Draft Prep With T. J. Houshmandzadeh (Ep. 103) 25.04.2019 1:16:00

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss the predictable NBA playoffs, the unpredictable NHL playoffs, and the best NFL draft prop bets. Then, former Bengals wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh hops on the line to share his NFL draft stories and thoughts on this year's class of wideouts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sal's Baddest Beats, NBA and NHL Playoffs, and MLB Betting With Paul Lo Duca (Ep. 102) 17.04.2019 1:19:47

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss Sal's all-time bad beat with Warriors-Clippers, NBA betting strategies, the NHL playoffs, and Tiger's Masters victory. Then, former MLB player and Action Network analyst Paul Lo Duca joins to discuss his gambling history and the best strategies for betting baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NCAA Title Thoughts, NBA Over-Unders, and Masters Best Bets With Joe House (Ep. 101) 10.04.2019 1:20:14

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss Virginia's first national title, review their NBA over-under bets, and give out NHL series prices. Then Joe House hops on the line to discuss all things Masters and the best bets at Augusta this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The AAO 100th Episode Special (Ep. 100) 03.04.2019 1:06:52

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to celebrate the highlights from the first 100 episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sweet Sixteen Picks, MLB Season Props, and Gronk's Next Move (Ep. 99) 27.03.2019 1:07:24

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss the best bets for March Madness this weekend, the best preseason MLB props, and Rob Gronkowski's chances to join the professional wrestling ranks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

March Madness Best Bets With Titus and Tate (Ep. 98) 20.03.2019 1:13:31

Cousin Sal is joined by Titus and Tate to discuss all things March Madness, plus the Degenerate Trifecta gives out prop specials to bet on for the opening weekend of the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harry Chases History, Conference Tourney Picks, and MLB Home Run Odds (Ep. 97) 13.03.2019 1:01:23

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss Harry's attempt at a world record, the best conference tournament bets, and MLB home run odds for the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Tank Teams, Antonio Brown Bets, and 'Sharp Tank' (Ep. 96) 07.03.2019 1:01:22

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss Antonio Brown's new team in 2019, the best NBA tank teams to bet on, and the Duke-Carolina game this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron's Lakers, NFL Combine Props, and Harry's Golf Picks (Ep. 95) 28.02.2019 55:51

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss Sal's Oscars losses, LeBron's chances of making the playoffs, NFL combine best bets, and another edition of 'Sharp Tank.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oscars Best Bets With Rachel Bonnetta (Ep. 94) 19.02.2019 54:00

Cousin Sal is joined by 'Lock It In' host Rachel Bonnetta to break down the Oscars and give out their favorite performances from this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harry's New Hobby, March Madness Futures, and All-Star Weekend Props (Ep. 93) 13.02.2019 1:05:45

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss the dead period in the sports-betting world, March Madness title odds a month out, the most athletic maneuver in sports history. Plus, another edition of 'Sharp Tank.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Super Bore LIII Aftermath With Jay Kornegay (Ep. 92) 06.02.2019 1:14:26

Cousin Sal and the Degenerate Trifecta discuss the fallout from the Patriots' latest Super Bowl win and the many missed prop opportunities Sunday night. Then, Westgate's very own Jay Kornegay gives an update on where Vegas won big and lost out on the big game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons and the Prop Bet Bonanza (Ep. 91) 31.01.2019 1:19:39

Cousin Sal teams up with Bill Simmons and the Degenerate Trifecta to go through some of their favorite Super Bowl prop bets, including the length of the national anthem, the shortest touchdown, and a tempting cross-sport bet, before wrapping up the show with their final predictions for the big game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Broadway Joe Namath on the Super Bowl III Guarantee, His Gambling Habits, and Conference Championship Takeaways (Ep. 90) 24.01.2019 1:03:56

Cousin Sal is joined by The Degenerate Trifecta to discuss the dismal late-game decisions affecting Sal's wallet, the most controversial calls in sports, and another edition of 'Sharp Tank.' Then, New York Jets legend Joe Namath joins to reflect on his famous Super Bowl III guarantee and share his thoughts on the NFL playoffs thus far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

Conference Championship Best Bets With Geoff Schwartz (Ep. 89) 17.01.2019 1:23:53

Cousin Sal is joined by The Degenerate Trifecta to choose sides for conference championship weekend and discuss Kyler Murray's draft position props. Then, former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz joins to discuss the O-line play and more subtle items to watch out for this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manny Pacquiao Plus Divisional Round Best Bets (Ep. 88) 10.01.2019 54:47

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to give out the best bets for each NFL game this weekend, the longshot odds for the national title next season, and another edition of 'Sharp Tank.' Then, Manny Pacquiao joins to discuss his career at 40 and his upcoming fight against former four-division titlist Adrien Broner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wild-Card Weekend Best Bets (Ep. 87) 03.01.2019 55:21

Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss the best bets in every wild-card game this weekend and then break down the Alabama-Clemson national championship game Monday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Special Super Dave Tribute (Ep. 86) 02.01.2019 1:03:24

In honor of comedic legend Super Dave Osborne's passing, Cousin Sal and Bill Simmons decide to rerun an episode from late 2017 featuring the great Bob Einstein discussing an array of topics, including his comedic inspirations and his all-time favorite 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL MVP, Week 16 Matchups, and Celebrity Fans (Ep. 85) 20.12.2018 1:01:11

Cousin Sal and the Degenerate Trifecta handicap three big NFL games, guess some NFL special props, dip into the mailbag, and wrap up the show with Sharp Tank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Worst Hall of Famers, Special Props, Week 15 Best Bets (Ep. 84) 13.12.2018 54:42

Cousin Sal and the Degenerate Trifecta break down a few special prop bets and three of this week’s marquee NFL matchups before debating the worst sports Hall of Fame inductee and diving into the mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week 14 Best Bets Plus NCAA Bowl Breakdown (Ep. 83) 05.12.2018 1:08:16

Cousin Sal teams up with the Degenerate Trifecta to run through their favorite upcoming matchups in the NFL, enticing college football bowl games, and the best eight consecutive sports days of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Prop Specials, Conference Championships, and 'Sharp Tank' (Ep. 82) 29.11.2018 1:07:45

Cousin Sal is joined by The Degenerate Trifecta to discuss Saints-Cowboys, the best bet for most interceptions this season, NCAA conference championship games, and the most lopsided rivalries in sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices