The Risk Takers Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

AP of 50+ years, host of Gambling with an Edge and author of Gambling Wizards - Richard Munchkin (https://x.com/RWM21) joins the show. From his start as an AP in old Las Vegas to the end where he shares the most...interesting(?) Bayesian update, this episode is a ride. Richard's story telling is unmatched in the industry - and he has a career of professional gambling to draw content from. We talk about his early days, and what he's doing now with regards to sports betting and other casino games. Can't miss episode!

0:00 Intro

2:45 How Richard Started w/ AP play

12:00 Lost Skill of Being Willing to Battle

22:00 Best Disguise Stories

28:15 Networking & Working w/ Teams

33:15 Traveling the World as an AP

46:45 Getting the Money Out is King

56:30 How to Scout Games

1:18:00 Why Richard Does Content

1:39:00 Q&A

Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.

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We talk about why good gamblers bet too little in big spots, plus Polymarket coming to the US with low fees & why GP is on an anti-courtsiding tirade.

We also give our take on why dating sites are like betting markets - and how to avoid adverse selection there.

0:00 Intro

1:15 Sizing Up

32:00 News/Scandals/Fees

1:00:45 Q&A

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This week we interview a man who wears many hats. TV Star, Tennis Bettor, and Author Isaac Rose-Berman.

You may know him from the CNN gambling documentary, you may know him as roundrobin42 on twitter, or you may have seen him on Circle Back. But on this show we go deep into his betting first - learning a lot about betting tennis on the way. After that we have a discussion on news/ industry topics where one person (Isaac) actually knows what he's talking about.

0:00 Intro to Advantage Gambling

9:00 Tennis Betting for Fun and Profit

27:30 How to Track Your Subjective Adjustments

36:45 Finding Good Non-Major Markets

41:30 What's Next in Betting for Isaac?

48:00 Isaac's Writing/ Consulting

1:02:30 News

1:20:40 Q&A

Isaac's Newsletter: https://howgamblingworks.substack.com/

Isaac's Twitter: https://x.com/roundrobin42

Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.

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In this episode we cover:

• Why steam chasing is really a fancy form of tailing
• How understanding steam chasing can improve other styles of betting
• Potential pitfalls of steam chasing
• And much more!

Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.

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Today I try to give you a 20-minute primer on how to not epically screw up your model

I discuss getting crushed by sharp books, where I think you should plan your first attack on the sports book, and of course...me pumping Billy Walter's tires more.

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Today we talk with DFS Pick'em crusher Drew Morgan about his journey from $500 to $90,000+ profit in under a year betting.

This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to learn what it takes to become a consistent winner.

Follow Drew on Twitter: @dmprops

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Building on my conversation yesterday with Ed Miller, I highlight five indicators that a bet might be a weak spot for a sportsbook

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The first interview of The Risk Takers Podcast is a big one!

Today I sit down with gambling legend Ed Miller to talk sports betting, DFS, Poker and his new book "Interception: The Secrets of Modern Sports Betting"

Please Buy Ed's Book at the link below - it's at least $100,000 underpriced...
https://www.amazon.com/Interception-Secrets-Modern-Sports-Betting-ebook/dp/B0CKS8GGX4

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+EV betting has taken over social media - but do people actually know what it is they are doing?

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Today l discuss the significance of a bankroll, and the power it holds in providing exponential returns. By the end of this conversation, you'll appreciate why sports betting has an edge over poker when it comes to quick scaling and higher returns, and why splurging on big wins can be a strategic blunder.

Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.

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