Behind The Book Podcast is a sports betting podcast, hosted by Gilbert Riley, Kevin Hearn, Caleb Drane and Ryley Zopfi of Ameristar Casino Resort Spa, Black Hawk. Gambling problem? Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER.
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A podcast for the recreational gambler
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Kirk Cousins Shines, Broncos' Defensive Win, and College Football!
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This week we get into Kirk Cousins' jaw-dropping 500-yard showcase and more NFL! Denver Broncos and the defensive win in the rain filled, field in New York. We go over each of our teams matchups and give our best bets for each game. College football gets real with teams creeping into playoff spots, and we all admit that Ryley's Gophers are not as b…
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Voicemail: 951-292-4377; Colors on the craps table; Surly gamblers; Fontainebleau blackjack: Dealer stands on soft 17; Actual odds of hitting All/Small/Tall; Pontoon; Waterfront Cebu City Hotel Casino, Philippines
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: GOAT Broadcasters, NFL Showdowns, and Our Best Bets!
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On this week's episode of Behind the Book Sports Betting Podcast, we take a hard look at NFL broadcasting highs and lows, from our favorite commentators to the less-than-stellar Thursday night crew. Join us as we delve into the thrills of TNF, where the Cowboys narrowly defeated the Giants 20-15. We don't hold back our scrutinizing of spreads and p…
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Jets Soar on Thursday, NFL Roller Coaster, College and NFL Picks!
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Latest episode of Behind the Book Sports Betting Podcast, New York Jets Thursday night triumph over the New England Patriots, featuring a standout performance by Aaron Rodgers and an unusual sideline moment with Coach Robert Saleh. We dissect the Bengals, Broncos and Vikings. As we dive into the Spread Pick'em Challenge, you'll learn who's leading …
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Voicemail: 951-292-4377; Football pools; The different personal bubble craps machines; Hoover Dam; Rio; When you're granted a players club tier level, but you don't get all the benefits of that level
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Madden Curse, Dolphins QB Crisis, and Weekend Picks!
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Join us on the latest episode as we kick things off with a deep dive into the fallout from Thursday Night Football, where the Bills crushed the Dolphins 31-10. The serious implications of Tua Tagovailoa's latest concussion take center stage, raising questions about his future and the Dolphins' next moves. What strategies should the Dolphins conside…
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: NFL Week 1 Insights, and College Football Predictions!
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Could the Kansas City Chiefs be on their way to another Super Bowl victory? Join us as we break down their electrifying win over the Baltimore Ravens in a game that echoed the suspense of last year's AFC Championship. Caleb's enthusiasm is contagious as he shines a spotlight on rising star Xavier Worthy and the Chiefs' stellar performance. Gilly an…
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Voicemail: 951-292-4377; Las Vegas Paris balcony rooms; Miami Slice at Fontainebleau; Dealer mistake on side bet; Sexism in gambling; Black Hawk timeline; Bubble craps
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Special Guest Payne Smith, College and NFL Week 1 Is Upon Us!
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This week we welcome Payne Smith, the assistant promotions and events manager at Ameristar Blackhawk. Payne takes us through his journey from the heart of SEC country at L'Auberge Baton Rouge to the vibrant peaks of Colorado. He shares his electrifying experience of attending the CU football home opener and offers his unique perspective on college …
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: COLLEGE FOOTBALL SPECIAL!
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Will the new 12-team playoff system transform college football forever? Join the crew as they bring their team loyalties and fan experiences to the forefront in a special college football edition! NIL deals are shaking up the world of college sports, and we're here to dissect every angle. Caleb highlights how market dynamics are reshaping the lands…
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#316: Dr. Mike's Not-Quite-Cross-Country Trip
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Voicemail: 951-292-4377; Dr. Mike's trip from Minnesota to California and back; "Best" way to double your money at a casino; Still no craps at Yaamava'; Miserable blackjack players; "No head!" Listener Kevin's recommendations for a better casino
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Season 5 Opener, Broncos to the Superbowl, Ameristar Resort Updates!
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Buckle up for a roller-coaster ride as Gilly, Ryley, Caleb, and Kevin reunite after a two-month break to share their betting adventures and insights since than! NFL's roaring return, our team dishes out their latest takes. Amidst the excitement of the NFL the crew talks contract disputes, trades and rumors. Gilly heads up the Broncos hype train and…
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Voicemail: 951-292-4377; Double Down Madness; Will MGM properties now buy the 5 & 9 for you automatically? Rio Las Vegas
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The Hedgehog Craps System; John Patrick; Buying-in etiquette; Playing poker for the first time in a casino
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360 Vegas Vacation 14; Can free play affect your Average Daily Theoretical? Tipping at roulette
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Finals Recap, NBA Draft Reactions, Euro and Copa Talk!
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The hosts wrap it up for the season with everything from the Finals recap, to Euro and Copa Soccer tournament talk! Ryley gives some great insight on the favorites and dark horses of the tournaments while re-sparking Kevin's interest in his old past time sport. Gilly does or does not throw shade at Bronny James, you be the judge! Meanwhile, Caleb h…
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What makes a good casino employee? What makes a good casino patron? Casino chips as golf ball markers; Do Crapless Craps tables help reduce the minimums on all craps tables?
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"Real" craps disappears from California; Our trip to Black Hawk, Colorado; Tucupita Marcano banned from MLB for life; Keep track of your casino chips!
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Celtics Win and Mavericks Struggle, NHL Playoff Predictions, Utah Enters The Hockey World
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What if the Celtics' dominating performance foreshadows a quick end to the NBA Finals? Join us as Ryley, Caleb, and Gilly dissect the recent NBA Finals matchup between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks. We unpack the Celtics' incredible teamwork and highlight the key contributions from Porzingis and D White. We also scrutinize the Maveric…
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Timberwolves Future vs. Nuggets Future, NBA MVP Odds, NHL Playoff Predictions
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What if the Minnesota Timberwolves playoff exit was only the beginning of their rise OR fall? Join us this week as Gilly and Ryley dig deep into the Timberwolves season, contrasting it with the Denver Nuggets future. Ryley makes a case for Minnesota's progress despite their loss to the Dallas Mavericks, while Gilly dissects the Nuggets a bit and th…
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#310: Will the W-2G Threshold Finally Increase?
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W-2G minimum might be changing from $1,200 to $5,800; Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore; Casinos not cashing obsolete chips; Caesars Virginia
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Game 7 Recaps For The Avs and Nuggets, Denver Nuggets Dynasty & Continued Playoff Predictions!
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This week the hosts continue to poke at Gilberts emotions while Ryley enjoys every minute of it. Discussion on whether the Denver Nuggets can be a dynasty or not and can they continue to compete with such a competitive Western Conference? With Boston being large favorites on the East, can the Pacers steal one or possibly make it a close series? NHL…
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Trouble In Valhalla, Nuggets Get Blown Out Again, Colorado Game 7's.
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This week brought the hosts lots of material to go over, starting with the odd situation with PGA Golden Boy Scottie Scheffler and THE LAW. NBA Playoffs continue with a rough road ahead for the Denver Nuggets, meanwhile the Avs are fighting for their life in an elimination game at home. Kevin cant seem to get away from "back in the day" comments, R…
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ZorkFest 2024; Jamul Casino; Poolside blackjack and craps; What would the name of our casino be? What does "No Call Bets" mean? Trip reports: Caesars Virginia, Danville; Biloxi; Caliente Casino, Tijuana, Mexico; Shreveport
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Can The Nuggets Stay Alive Against Timberwolves, Which Is Better NHL Excitement OR NBA Excitement?!
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Ryley and Gilly start the episode off HOT with receipts! The age old argument gets brought up regarding NHL Playoffs vs NBA Playoffs, and are all the hosts on the same page for once?! The hosts weigh in on what event is truly the best live sporting experience, do you agree?! Rounding up the episode with each of the hosts 3 best bets for the week. F…
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: One Step Closer To The NBA Conference Finals, Caitlin Clark Makes WNBA Debut, NHL Playoffs, Best Bets and A GIVEAWAY!
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The hosts discuss everything playoffs, Ryley and Gilbert go head to head in a gentlemen's bet for the Timberwolves vs Nuggets series. The Eastern Conference remains irrelevant to the Western Conference. WNBA kicks off with 2 games and some great betting value on Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. The ice is still frozen as the hosts touch on NHL …
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What would it take to concentrate your time on an advantage play? Two-way bet assumptions; Craps table height; 1-2-3-5 (or 6) betting system; Bending cards in a squeeze baccarat game; Trip reports: MSC Meraviglia; Marina Bay Sands Singapore; Silver Legacy Resort Casino
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Special Guest Joins In From The East, Hollywood Perryville! NFL Draft Round 1, NBA Playoffs & Picks Of The Week!
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BTB hosts welcome Jonathan Bosley calling in from an Ameristar sister property, Hollywood Casino Perryville, MD. Jon brings his experience as Marketing Manager to the sports betting realm and gives us his insight from the East! NFL Draft has wrapped up the 1st round and it was offense heavy with no QB left in sight. Gilbert sticks with his J.E.T.S …
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Playoff Season Is Among Us & Best Bets For The Week!
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This week, Ryley shakes up the podcast room by informing everybody has been pronouncing his name wrong. Playoffs! Zion-less Pelicans taking on the Sacramento Kings, and the Bulls' chances in the play-in game. Western Conference is stacked and the crew sizes up the predictable Eastern Conference. Puck Talk! The hosts glide from the hardcourt to the …
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On the Wrong Lead; Money talks at California casinos (and at all the other casinos too); Annoying players; Are there casinos that don't offer free play? When you want to play at a table game, but someone is playing two spots; Favorite gambling movies; Trip reports: Bally's Quad Cities Casino & Hotel; Biloxi; River Spirit Casino; Rivers Casino; Holl…
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Masters Update, Baton Rouge Louisiana Connection and This Weeks Best Bets
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The Behind the Book crew is joined by our L'auberge Baton Rouge connection, Executive Casino Host Mikey Nelms dishing out takes on everything from football mania in Louisiana to NBA Playoff drama! College hoops isn't left out, with seismic coaching shifts making waves as John Calipari makes his headline-grabbing exit from Kentucky to Arkansas. Kevi…
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: SPECIAL 2024 Masters Edition
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Teeing off some best bets for the 2024 Masters. Everything gets covered in this special episode from the “interesting LIV & PGA connection” to the Masters Pimento masterpiece that is seemingly recession proof. Ryley reminisces the time he barely beat Gilbert in a 2 man scramble, Caleb lets the world know how good his Spanish culinary vocabulary is,…
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: NCAA Women's Tournament, Men's Tourney Let Downs and Gearing up for NBA Playoffs!
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The listeners bracket challenge has taken a turn and new leaders have emerged! Who will win a nice steak dinner and a stay-cation at Ameristar Casino and Resort?! Gilbert is back and fired up as usual about going 0-3 last week, Kevin gives his wild women’s tournament picks while Caleb comes at us with the hard statistics per usual. Follow Ameristar…
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"Paper Rain" by Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness; Losing streaks; Multiplier Blackjack; Story from Binion's Horseshoe
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Tournament Updates, MLB Opening Weekend & the West Runs The NBA
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The hosts talk Tournament updates, Kevin and Ryley have been forced to switch their tournament champions. MLB Opening weekend is HERE! Opening day menu's, Rockies officially eliminated from the playoffs after a 16-1 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Denver Nuggets are on a ROLL and there is no signs of stopping, who is taking the east and the hosts…
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Behind The Book Sports Betting Podcast: Listeners Bracket Challenge Update & Off-Season Gridiron Deals
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This week the hosts continue the mania talk and updates on the tournament and Listeners Bracket Challenge. Is this years tournament an upset heavy year? Gilbert doubles down on his “Du-Ques-Ne” pick, Caleb IS still Rock Chalk, Kevin confirms North Carolina to the championship and Ryley believes in his gut. We’re taking you into some early NFL talk …
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