Behind The Lines - Presented by inplayLIVE

Dive into the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas in this week's episode where Shane and Pace sit down with the city's renowned insider and influencer, Vegas Pauly C. Known for his captivating presence on TikTok Live, Pauly C takes us through his extraordinary journey from a startup stumble to becoming a social media sensation with exclusive access to Vegas's hottest spots. He's not...

In the electrifying first episode of 2024, Pace and Shane invite Larry Fisher, head of content at Power Play, and Rob Davies, chief operating officer at Power Play on to the show for an enlightening discussion on what makes a sportsbook tick; from limiting players, how sharp bettors are (or aren't) welcome on their platform to how a sportsbook ought to run, and other topics. Rob faces some to...

In the closing episode of 2023, hosts Shane and Pace reminisce about their recent betting endeavors and commend successful picks from the community. While they express disappointment over not hosting the CEO of Power Play as planned, they pivot to discussing the survival challenges smaller sportsbooks face, particularly in the bustling market of New Jersey, now a hub for record-breaking betting ac...

This week on Behind The Lines, Shane and Pace explore the evolving landscape of the sports betting industry. They tackle the rapid growth in states like Maine and New York, and unearth shady practices by sportsbooks, with a particular focus on FanDuel. The discussion also covers the frustrating issue of account limitations by Bet365 and the advancements in low latency streaming like YouTube TV. Th...

This week on Behind The Lines, Shane and Pace dive into the highs and lows of their sports betting weekend, sharing their wins and shedding light on the darker corners of the industry. They tackle the troublesome practices of sportsbooks, including restrictive policies and the recent ESPN Bet parlay controversy. The discussion takes a serious turn to address the often overlooked issue of addiction...

In this week's candid episode, Shane and Andrew tackle the challenging topic of handling discouragement in sports betting, sharing personal experiences and wisdom gleaned from the Thanksgiving weekend's NFL and college football games. They emphasize the importance of perspective during both losing and winning streaks and advocate the benefits of having a support system and open communica...

This week Andrew and Shane kick off with a compelling look at how perspectives in sports betting can shift, illustrated by Shane’s reflection on his evolving expectations of daily winnings. They delve into the critical issue of responsible betting, energized by the NFL’s latest advertising push. The conversation then celebrates the remarkable triumphs within the inplaylive community, highlighting...

This week, Shane and Andrew celebrate the return of college basketball by inviting two inplayLIVE members onto the show to do a deep dive into college basketball - Zach Zanussi and Matt Geurten. They talk about their journey with inplayLIVE, with Zach telling a heartwarming story of how the inplayLIVE community was there for him in a time of need, the fact that he's one of the sole original m...

Dive into a compelling mid-season analysis on Behind The Lines as Shane and Andrew rally the insights of Kenny 'Golden Goose' Huber and John 'GosuThune' Wilson for an NFL deep dive. Together, they revisit the season's pivotal moments and dissect the strategies that have paid off, as well as those that haven't. They explore the intricate impact of coaching styles on be...

In this week's episode of Behind The Lines, Shane and Andrew are joined by Randy Stewart, a respected coach within the inplayLIVE community, to delve deep into the world of NBA basketball - Shane's first love. As Shane passionately shares his fondness for the sport, Randy and Andrew serve up invaluable insights on hunting for value in NBA betting. They contrast the nuances of pregame val...

This week,  Shane and Andrew sit down with a special guest, Alex Monahan, the co-founder of the innovative sports betting platform, Oddsjam. Dive deep into the world of arbitrage betting, real-time odds comparison, and the parallels between the stock market and the betting landscape. Alex shares the origin story of Oddsjam, shedding light on its mission to equip bettors with cutting-edge tools and...

This week Shane holds the fort while Andrew takes a short hiatus. Joining Shane is inplayLIVE's top-tier pregame expert, Shawn Schroeder. Together, they journey through Shawn's evolution in pregame betting, tracing his roots from his college days to his current transition into in-play wagering. Shawn draws intriguing parallels between the stock market and sports betting, shedding light o...

This week on Behind The Lines, Shane and Andrew usher in the exhilarating return of NHL action! As the puck hits the ice, the duo delve into the intricacies of navigating hockey bets, juxtaposing it with other sports in the inplayLIVE lineup. Can less knowledge actually serve as an advantage? While it might seem counterintuitive, they discuss the merits of limiting bias by not over-focusing on per...

In this week's intriguing episode, Shane and Andrew unravel the mystery behind inplayLIVE's peculiar affection for... goose poop? Dive in to hear them joined by John "GosuThune" Wilson and Kenny "Golden Goose" Huber as they come together for a quarterly review of the NFL season. After four action-packed weeks, the group breaks down their triumphs, setbacks, and the dy...

Dive into a mind-opening discussion as Shane and Andrew unpack the contrasting paradigms of expected value reasoning versus result-based thinking in sports betting. While many often judge a wager's worth solely on its outcome, this episode unveils the profound depth of the inplayLIVE community's value-driven approach, emphasizing the importance of the correct decision being made at the t...

Dive into a mind-opening discussion as Shane and Andrew unpack the contrasting paradigms of expected value reasoning versus result-based thinking in sports betting. While many often judge a wager's worth solely on its outcome, this episode unveils the profound depth of the inplayLIVE community's value-driven approach, emphasizing the importance of the correct decision being made at the t...

In the thrilling aftermath of NFL's week 1, Shane and Pace team up with returning guest John (aka GosuThune) and the renowned Golden Goose, Kenny Huber, for an insider's look at NFL betting. While Pace jests about his undying love for the Eagles, Kenny spills the beans on YouTube TV's significant latency issues and the perils of delayed broadcasts. Not to be outdone, John unpacks hi...

In this riveting episode, college football takes center stage as Shane and Andrew sit down with a familiar voice: John Wilson, also intriguingly known as 'GosuThune' (we're all ears for your theories on that moniker). A return guest from our baseball discussions, John, alongside our hosts, tackles the recent seismic shifts in NCAA football rules. Andrew labels it "the most monu...

Join Shane and Andrew as they dive headfirst into the fantasy football frenzy! Contrary to Andrew's playful claims, it's clear he has a soft spot for the game. But beyond the touchdown celebrations and draft strategies, they address a pressing issue: the massive 7-hour weekly investment by fantasy football aficionados and the staggering $17 billion "time theft" in corporate Ame...

In this heartfelt episode, fresh from the buzz of the third annual inplayLIVE retreat, Shane and Andrew open up about the profound impact of the inplayLIVE community. Dive into their first-time personal encounter, transcending the limitations of Zoom calls and Discord chats, and discover the magic of finally putting real faces to familiar names. They discuss the unparalleled value of being part of...

Join Shane and Andrew this week as they welcome a very special guest onto the show, Brett Abarbanel, the Executive Director at the International Gaming Institute, and a globally recognized expert in gambling and behavioral science. With her in-depth understanding of regulatory practices and responsible gaming, Brett enlightens listeners on what the term 'gambling' truly means—spoiler ale...

On this week's episode, join Shane and Andrew as they unpack game-changing tools designed to guide sports bettors through the intricate maze of the betting world. Spotlighting inplayLIVE's cherished resource, Pinnacle, they delve into the multifaceted tools it offers, from intricate odds calculators to arbitrage strategies that set two books head-to-head. The duo unravels concepts like i...

Welcome back! This week, Shane welcomes back Andrew to unpack some high-stakes news in the betting world. They kick off with the surprising closure of Foxbet after its parent company reported astronomical losses. But that's not where the controversy ends! Next, they dissect a controversial tweet from Dave Portnoy, scrutinizing his potentially problematic advice on horse racing betting and exa...

On this episode of Behind The Lines, Shane flies solo and welcomes Colter Wood, an experienced member and coach within the inplaylive community, to delve into some provocative areas of sports betting. The duo reacts to a striking news story which unveils the vast disparity between the amount wagered in online casinos versus sports betting, a fact that sets the stage for a larger conversation on po...

Shane's JACKED  for this one! He and Andrew delve into the game-changing news that Barstool sports has switched to an in-house odds provider. They explore the fascinating dynamics of the betting industry as they relate to odds providers and discuss how these changes impact the sports offered and how the market responds. As they navigate the labyrinth of sportsbook bonuses, they bring you uniq...