Behind The Lines - Presented by inplayLIVE

In this week's episode, Pace and Shane delve into the controversy and conspiracy surrounding the matchup between the Eagles and the Chiefs, and the questionable game that led to it. From questionable coaching calls to bizarre flags, eyebrows have been raised and questions are being asked. They look back on the NFL season, the success of inplayLIVE, and Pace share some good news about his prof...

On this week's episode, Shane, Pace and sports betting regulation insider Robert Linnehan dive deep into the landscape of regulation. Find out how tax rates might be killing your profits, why Florida, Texas and California aren't legalizing any time soon and how proxy betting just might land you in jail.  Check out Robert's work here https://www.sportsbettingdime.com/author/robert-li...

If for whatever reason you thought there were only three ways to profit off of sports betting, prepare to have that myth debunked. In this week's episode, Shane and Pace break down a key strategy integral to any sports bettors' longterm success; middling. Pace gives a masterclass' worth of wisdom in this episode, diving deep into everything from arbitrage between different books, ge...

For the first episode of 2025, Pace, Shane and Gosu dive deep into the evolving landscape of sports betting. From DraftKings' new subscription service to the recent coaching changes in the NFL, this episode is packed full of insights for the year of sports betting ahead! If you want to join our community - use coupon code BEHINDTHELINES for a discount here: inplaylive.com/members For some Fre...

For the last episode of 2024, Shane, Pace and John look back at the last week of the NFL - Netflix's success with streaming the Christmas games (minus the latency, of course). Questionable coaching during a Falcon's game, the upcoming playoffs and overall, the importance of divisional games and just how unpredictable the NFL can be. Plus - Box it Or Bet It? A new segment with Shane! Happ...

In this Christmas Eve edition of Behind The Lines, Shane, Pace and John do the gridiron grind, looking ahead to the Christmas games in the NFL and the week ahead, the trio talk about Netflix acquisition of these games and what that means going forward, (with some rants about the epic failure of the Mike Tyson and Jake Paul fight), they talk about the Oddsjam acquisition, and a new segment is born...

Ever wondered how to bet on tennis? In this week's episode, Pace and Shane chat with Isaac Rose-Berman about how to do to just that, and more! They talk about Isaac's journey from poker to sports betting, echoing the journey of many before him, the evolution of sports betting in the wake of regulation, and why same game parlays might actually be a good idea? Plus later on, join the Gridi...

This week, Pace and Shane chat with a punter from across the pond in the UK - Tom Brownlee, the founder of a +EV betting service called Bookie Bashing. They do a deep dive into some of Tom's stories from a career in the industry. From suing sports books to the usual stories of getting limited, odds being changed after the fact and the perennial grind of getting paid, they cover it all. Also l...

If you bet on sports for long enough and win over the long term, the inevitable will happen - losing runs are unfortunately a part of the game, and this week, Shane, Pace and Gosu dive deep into what distinguishes the true professionals from the casuals: the ability to lose and keep going anyway. (All while making positive EV wagers, of course!)  Plus: DFS in Ontario, Michael Lewis' new podca...

Ever wanted to know how player injuries affect your bets? This week, Shane and Pace chat with Dr. Jesse Morse, otherwise known as the Fantasy Doc, to discuss exactly that. From soft tissue injury to concussions, Jesse unpacks the intricacies of injury analysis in the NFL, emphasizing the impact of injuries on player performance and betting strategies. And as usual, later on in the episode, join Jo...

In this week's episode, Shane and Pace chat with an absolute titan of the industry, Nigel Eccles (The former CEO and Cofounder of FanDuel!), all about his long career in the sports betting scene. From the early days of FanDuel to changing the game in the crypto space, Nigel shares a ton of insights on the industry as a whole, the practice of limiting winners, and where he sees the industry go...

This week, Pace and Shane chat about some current events in the world of sports betting - gray market books, scams and the US election. Learn how and why Pace got scammed, where the value was for Trump to win the popular vote, and later on, grind with Gosu to find out why (or why not) Patrick Mahomes is still an underdog. Dive in for an awesome episode! If you want to join our community - use coup...

This week, Shane and Pace chat with Pete Ling, founder of the Smart Betting Club. They discuss the evolution of betting, the importance of identifying reliable betting services, and the challenges posed by scams in the industry. Check out https://smartbettingclub.com/ and their podcast! Later in the episode: a look ahead at football with Grinding With Gosu! If you want to join our community - use...

On this week's episode, Shane and Pace chat with Richard Shuetz - a veteran of the gaming industry with experience that spans decades; from regulation to legislation to writing articles, Richard has a wealth of knowledge that helps him navigate the challenges he faces at the helm of the American Bettor's Voice. Later on in the episode we grind with Gosu - as John Wilson comes back on to...

In this week's episode, Shane and Pace chat with Travis Geiger the co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of Wager Wire - a service that allows bettors to buy and sell their bets. He discusses the innovative approach WagerWire takes in creating a secondary market for sports bets, the legalities involved, and how they ensure fair pricing for users. Also - looking ahead at the next week of the...

Ever wanted to know how to win at Jeopardy? In this week's episode, Shane and Pace chat with Colin Davey, CEO of BetScope to talk about just how he did that. They chat about the unique carry over in skills between data science, winning at a game show and sports betting, leveraging inefficiencies in markets, and how knowing a bunch of trivia isn't as useful as it might seem. Plus - Grindi...

This week, Shane and Pace chat with Johnny - a sports betting pro, co-host of the Circles Off Podcast and co-founder and CEO of Betstamp. They discuss betting strategies of the MMA and NFL, that infamous green sportsbook (you know the one) and whether or not Shane and Pace would sell a $1 billion dollar coin flip. Later on in the episode, Shane debuts a new segment entitled 'Grinding With Gos...

This week, Shane and Pace chat with a core inplayLIVE member John Wilson, aka Gosu aka GosuThune (ask him why he got that nickname!) for a deep dive on his long shot bets, how to profit on the NFL, and what it means to butter a book. Dive in for an exciting episode filled with cutting edge tips and tricks on how to beat the books! If you want to join our community - use coupon code BEHINDTHELINES...

This week, Shane and Pace chat with Scott from VHP Proxy, a key figure in the Survivor betting community. Scott reveals how his proxy service ensures trust, confidentiality, and seamless pick management for Survivor contests. They discuss betting strategies, the evolution of sports betting in the U.S., and the power of tools like SpankOdds. Plus, we’re excited to announce that Pinnacle Sports is n...

This week, Shane and Pace are joined by Joe Brennan from Prime Sports to break down the latest from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission meeting. They dive deep into how sports bettors are treated by the industry, the games operators play to limit sharp bettors, and why responsible gaming needs more than just lip service. Joe gives us a glimpse into Prime Sports’ approach and what’s next for bettin...

This week, Shane and Pace sit down with Alex Piskopos aka Pisky, former OLG employee turned professional bettor and co-host of the Always Betting podcast who shares how he got his sweet revenge on Ontario Lottery and Gaming by taking them for over six figures! (Or so we're told) Alex spills the secrets of how he exploited OLG's outdated system using Scantron slips, cash envelopes, and an...

In this episode of Behind the Lines, Shane and Pace dive into the pros and cons of fantasy football, the rise of survivor pools, and the Kansas City Chiefs' shot at a Super Bowl three-peat. They emphasize the importance of eliminating bias in betting and using a data-driven approach. The hosts also cover strategies for handling the high volume of NFL games, the new kickoff rule, and betting o...

In this episode, Shane and Pace recap the recent inplayLIVE retreat, highlighting the camaraderie, challenges, and fun moments that made it special. They dive into two contrasting studies: one on the financial struggles tied to legalized sports betting in the U.S., and another on how young African men are leveraging soccer betting to build income and digital skills. The hosts also discuss the role...

In this episode of Behind the Lines , Shane and Andrew chat with Gabe Patgorski, CEO of Survivor Atlas and a pro poker player, about his winning strategies in survivor pools. Gabe dives into how Survivor Atlas helps players make smart picks, the value of hedging, and why understanding pool dynamics is key. Plus, they cover big news in the sports betting world, including DraftKings reversing a surc...

In this episode, Shane and Pace dive into Pace's experiences at BetBash, discussing the value of having solid theories in sports betting and the importance of industry events for learning and networking. They also tackle the latest industry news, including DraftKings' controversial gaming tax surcharge on winning wagers, Betway's exit from the US market, and the Massachusetts Gaming...