MaxBet Podcast

In this episode, Derek Stevens, owner and CEO at Circa Casino, The D Las Vegas, and Golden Gate Las Vegas joins the boys to discuss what it was like building his dream casino from the ground up, what he is focused on next, and what it felt like buying his first casino while wearing board shorts and flip flops.

In this episode Andrew Crowe, Sr. Vice President of Business Development for Sightline drops by to tell the boys that the future of cashless is now, explains exactly how all the pieces of the cashless infrastructure fit together, and details the how the first of it's kind Resorts World Las Vegas cashless solution will work.

In this episode John Acres, CEO of Acres Gaming joins the boys to discuss the early days of gaming in Vegas, what popular kids toy inspired modern day player tracking, and how a huge gamble on progressive technology paid off in a big way…

In this episode Aaron Gomes, COO of Peninsula Pacific Entertainment joins the boys to share some stories about growing up in mob era Vegas, what it was like to walk floors with Ted Binion as a kid, and discusses the latest exciting developments in the Historical Horse Racing industry...

In this episode Scott Olive, the game designer behind industry changing slot games Lightning Link and Dragon Link, joins the boys to discuss his creative process for designing games, how he got started in the biz, and addresses the rumor on how he actually created Lightning Link.

In this episode, Joel Simkins, Managing Director - Head of Gaming & Leisure Investment Banking at Truist, joins the boys to discuss what an investment banker actually does, how going against the pack can be the path to notoriety, and what it feels like being a CEO Whisperer...

In this episode, Dr. Brett Abarbanel, Director of Research for the International Gaming Institute at UNLV, joins the boys to discuss what exactly is an e-sport, how much money is already being transacted in the e-sports space, and also kicks off a hot debate over which Mario Kart racer is the best...

In this episode Casey Whalen, Chief Commercial Officer for Bluberi Gaming, joins the boys to discuss winning the NCAA National golf championship with UNLV, what leadership lessons he has learned in his career, and gives us a sneak peak into what Bluberi has coming down the pipe.

In the episode, Jennifer Shatley, President of the Nevada Council on Problem Gambling, Principal Consultant at Logan Avenue Consulting, and PhD candidate at UNLV International Gaming Institute, joins the boys to discuss the difference between problem gambling and responsible gambling, some ways you can help yourself or your loved ones if you identify a problem, and shares the story of when her mom...

In this episode Brooks Pierce, President and Chief Operating Officer at Inspired Entertainment, joins the boys to discuss how horse racing set the stage for one of the largest companies in our business, why virtual sports might be the multi-billion dollar industry you have never heard of, and why the pub business is poised for huge growth.

In this episode Brian Green, Assistant General Manager at Graton Resort and Casino joins the boys to discuss why someone would want to work in Human Resources, what he loves about the casino industry, and reveals who owns the greedy hand in the viral TikTok video where Landon won $20,000 at the casino... 

In this episode, Loren Gill, former CEO of San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, and long time gaming executive joins the boys to discuss his journey to the top of the game, his thought process for adopting new technologies, and gives us a glimpse into what he's been working on in his free time.

In this episode, Jean Venneman, Chief Commercial Officer at Gaming Arts, joins the boys to discuss her road from office admin to the C-Suite, what it's like creating licensed slot machines, and shares the story of touring Michael Jackson around the IGT booth at G2E...

In this episode, Dermot Smurfit, CEO of Game Account Network (GAN) joins the boys to discuss the recent opening of Michigan online gaming, what trends he expects to see moving forward, and what Chinese swear word accidentally helped him drive way more traffic to his website...

In this episode, 30 year slot operations veteran, active contributor to CDC Gaming Reports, and Executive Director of the National Automotive Museum, Buddy Frank joins the boys to discuss what new technologies he believes will be prominent in the next couple of years, what caused him to be taken inside of an FBI Surveillance van, and tells the story of what it is like to drive a car that is over 1...

In this episode, professional poker player and World Poker Tour champion Joe Tehan joins the boys to discuss life as a professional poker player, what it's like when you're play for big money, and some simple strategies that might help you win your next home game...

In this episode, friend of the show and AGS Vice President of Sales, Robert Perry joins the boys to discuss what it's like to learn the gaming business in Australia, the importance of family, and recounts the big slot jackpot he found on the other side of 3 walks of shame...

In this episode, former Vice Chairman of Scientific Game, and current CEO of investment firm The Groop, Richard Haddrill joins the boys to discuss his process for goal setting in the new year, some key advice for new and aspiring CEOs, and talks about why a trip to the Kentucky Derby had him sweating in prime time…

In this episode, Kiski and Lando discuss some of the highlights of 2020 and discuss what's in store for 2021... including launching the podcast in video format!

In this episode, Executive Coach and Partner at Simmons Group, and the author of My Quarter Turns, Tim Furlong joins the boys to discuss what an executive coach is, the top three areas where executives go wrong, and some helpful tips on small adjustments that can make a big impact...

In this episode, Chad Beynon, Managing Director of Gaming, Lodging and Theatres for Macquarie Capital, joins the boys to discuss how Wall Street values companies, what the money guys see as the big future trends in gaming, and why shooting dice with Marines is the best way to shoot dice.

In this episode successful entrepreneur and Chairman of Plan A Technologies, Aron Ezra,  joins the boys to discuss his secrets to starting a successful new company, some key areas where many new start-ups go wrong, and shares a gambling story like none we have ever heard...

In this episode, Katie Lever, gaming industry powerhouse and board member for the Bank of George and Global Gaming Women joins the boys to discuss her thoughts on how cash will impact the future of the gaming industry, shares advice on how to have an awkward conversation, and reveals her true super power...

In this episode, game design legend Joe Kaminkow, Chief Innovation Officer at Aristocrat and Chief Game Designer at Zynga, joins the boys to discuss his thoughts around successful game design, what key addition he made to transform Wheel of Fortune into a global mega-hit slot machine, and which of his themed cars he loves the most (hint: it's not the Scooby Doo Mystery Machine)...

In this episode, Keith Kruczynski, Vice President of Game Development for Gaming Arts, joins the boys to discuss how slot games go from idea for reality, what it's like designing a Playboy themed game, and gives his thoughts on how much money you need to win/lose before you can say you're a "real gambler".