The Bettor Life

This week's episode is packed with content. First, Tim provides a brief look at his time in the Marine Corps and the gambling throughout. Then, Lisa Melmed joins the podcast. Lisa is the Marketing Manager at Plaza Hotel Casino in Vegas. She shares her insight and perspective on the marketing side of the casino industry. Finally, Michael Trager gives us the look-ahead to this year's ZorkFest in Dec...

Mark DeVol from You Can Bet on That joins me to discuss gambling references found in Netflix's popular show, Squid Game. We also cover scenes from new episodes of Ted Lasso and Rick and Morty, as well as episodes from The Guild and Disenchantment. It's a grab bag of scenes this week! Also, I provide an update on my December Vegas trip to ZorkFest. Guest co-host:  @YouCanBetOnThat Show:  @TheBettor...

This week's podcast features Dan Jones, Director of Guest Experience at Turning Stone Resort Casino in New York. Turning Stone recently was named Best/#1 resort and casino in nearly 20 categories by Casino Player Magazine, including Best Dealers. Dan shares his insight on creating good company culture, enhancing the relationship between casino and player, and his experience in the industry. Guest:...

It's been three years since his last proper appearance on The Bettor Life. Cousin Vito, fresh off a trip to Mohegan Sun for FARGO poker, shares his experience playing blackjack, craps, roulette, slots, video poker, and more. Plus, information on Bettor Santa 2021! - lock in your Bettor Santa at BettorMerch.com Guest: @VitosCasino Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The B...

I'm back from Vegas and the dust has settled enough for me to get this podcast. This episode includes a recap from my time gambling with Mark DeVol, sound bites from my wanderings around the Expo floor, and a discussion about G2E with Marc Meltzer. Also, an update on ZorkFest! Guests: @YouCanBetonThat and @MeltzVegas Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life on...

I'm headed to Vegas today, but I couldn't leave without dropping a podcast. This week's featured guest is Alex Christenson. He's on a number of different outlets including Brown Bag Bets, Eat Sleep Tennis, and Net Worth. Alex shares his perspective on being a bettor and creator, his favorite games in the casino, and his journey as a sports bettor. Guest: @_Noops Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo cod...

As we patiently wait for Dr. Mike from You Can Bet on That to feel better, let's talk with his bettor half, Mark DeVol. You all know Mark as my routine guest cohost for Bettor Viewing. In this episode, we discuss tracking gambling, cashless gaming, podcasting, stadium gaming, and more. Show:  @TheBettorLife Guest: @YouCanBetonThat Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online sho...

Mark DeVol from You Can Bet on That joins Tim Lawson to discuss the first two episodes of Luck on HBO. Also, a couple announcements for ZorkFest, G2E, and a mid-Atlantic meetup in November.  Guest co-host:  @YouCanBetOnThat Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop:  TheBettorLife.us/merch Support the show with a monthly pledge at  Patreon.com/TheBe...

Joe Stapleton had the privilege of being the poker consultant on the newly released movie The Card Counter. Joe explains how he got the job, his experience on set, the challenges of explaining some poker concepts, and ultimately how he feels about how it all turned out. Also, I point out the two small mistakes found my me and Mark DeVol. Guest:  @Stapes Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEV...

This week features professional sports bettor Captain Jack Andrews. Jack shares his insight on the legal sports betting scene including the best and worst states. We also discuss the sports betting content space and his new project, Unabated, a sports betting tool to educate gamblers. Also, Mark DeVol and I preview the new movie, The Card Counter, in theaters on September 10. Guest:  @CapJack2000...

After a brief hiatus, I'm back with an episode answering questions you've sent. I also talk about my experience at Bet Bash, my thoughts on Delaware Park and Hollywood Perryville, and why I'm playing more slots lately. Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop:  TheBettorLife.us/merch Support the show with a monthly pledge at  Patreon.com/TheBettorL...

Mark DeVol from You Can Bet on That joins Tim Lawson to discuss two gambling movies: Two for the Money and Mississippi Grind.  Guest co-host:  @YouCanBetOnThat Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop:  TheBettorLife.us/merch Support the show with a monthly pledge at  Patreon.com/TheBettorLife Please, take a moment to leave us a rating and review i...

This was a real treat. A few weeks ago, Mark DeVol and I covered the movie "Lay the Favorite" and were surprised by a visit from famed sports bettor Alan "Dink" Denkenson, who was portrayed by Brue Willis in that film. Dink was nice enough to return to The Bettor Life to share his story of becoming a bettor and how he's always striving to improve. Guest: @dinkinc Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo co...

It's time to talk Vegas again and this week we look at Vegas through the eyes of a Vegas newbie. Karl Shlagel shares his life of gambling and the challenges that have kept him from making the trip to Sin City. Learn what this Vegas first-timer is looking forward to and what advice he's gotten thus far. Guest: @k_shlagel Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life...

This week I spoke with the man, the myth, the legend, Mr. Derek Stevens. Derek talks to me about rising table minimums, building a new casino, and Circa's "sticker shock." Enjoy! Guest: @DerekJStevens Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop:  TheBettorLife.us/merch Support the show with a monthly pledge at  Patreon.com/TheBettorLife Please, take a...

With a tight schedule this week, I decided to put some of the birthday stream in the podcast. Here's about an hour from that stream. You can watch it in its entirety at YouTube.com/TheBettorLife Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop:  TheBettorLife.us/merch Support the show with a monthly pledge at  Patreon.com/TheBettorLife Please, take a momen...

Mark DeVol from You Can Bet on That joins Tim Lawson to go over two gambling movies: California Split and Lay the Favorite. We even got a surprise appearance from Alan "Dink" Denkenson, who was the professional bettor portrayed by Bruce Willis in Lay the Favorite. Guest co-host:  @YouCanBetOnThat Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop:  TheBettor...

Casinos are reopening. Bettor Life podcast version 3.5 is in good form. The community is thriving. This feels like a good time for reflection and looking forward. Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop:  TheBettorLife.us/merch Support the show with a monthly pledge at  Patreon.com/TheBettorLife Please, take a moment to leave us a rating and revie...

Vegas was AWESOME. This week I bring on two of my friends to talk about our time in our favorite city. Tony Snyder from 360 Vegas and Mississippi Rob share there experiences during 360 Vegas Vacation X. Guest: Tony Snyder & Mississippi Rob Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop:  TheBettorLife.us/merch Support the show with a monthly pledge at  P...

360 Podcast's VVX is coming up and I couldn't be more excited. This will be my first trip to Vegas in more than 18 months. Mississippi Rob joins me to discuss our agenda, the new things we're trying and the things we try to always do when we're in Vegas. Guest:  Mississippi Rob Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop:  TheBettorLife.us/merch Suppo...

Mark DeVol from You Can Bet on That joins Tim Lawson to go over two Vegas-setting movies: Honeymoon in Vegas and Vegas Vacation. Also, Tim previews the July 2 live stream event! Guest co-host:  @YouCanBetOnThat Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop:  TheBettorLife.us/merch Support the show with a monthly pledge at  Patreon.com/TheBettorLife Plea...

A couple of months ago, Adam Chernoff joined us to talk about his podcast and his life as a bettor. During that conversation, we learned that Adam was a casino game designer. So, I brought him back to learn more about that part of his life. Adam gives us an inside look at game design, challenges he's had, and the game he wishes he had more time to finish. Enjoy! Guest co-host:  @AdamChernoff Show:...

Dalton Harpe created the short film "Charlie," a proof-of-concept short film created for bettors by a bettor. Dalton tells us about going to the track with his father, producing Charlie, creating a short film for bettors, and    Want to watch " Charlie " before listening to the interview? Check out the short film here. Guest: @DaltonHarpe7 Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% of...

This week I'm joined by Megan K. AKA Meg in Manhattan. Megan shares how she grew up around gambling, how she became a casino enthusiast, where she likes to go in AC and Vegas, and how a past relationship with a non-gambler didn't quite work out. Plus, an example from my bonus episodes that drop on Patreon every weekday. Guest: @MegInManhattan Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11%...

In our shortest iteration of this series, Mark DeVol from You Can Bet on That joins The Bettor Life to  Guest co-host:  @YouCanBetOnThat Show:  @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop:  TheBettorLife.us/merch Support the show with a monthly pledge at  Patreon.com/TheBettorLife Please, take a moment to leave us a rating and review in your podcast app of c...