Welcome to Gambling With Good JuJu, the show that reviews more authors than Granny’s book club—and drops more casino hacks than your favorite gambling forum. This week, we’re thrilled to sit down with veteran journalist and author Michael Kaplan, whose brand new book Advantage Players pulls back the curtain on the most fascinating figures in gambling.

From Phil Ivey and Kelly Sun's edge-sorting scheme to Mattress Mack’s multi-million dollar sports bets, Kaplan takes us on a tour of high-stakes strategy, psychological warfare, and the rare personalities who consistently beat the house. We also dive into his earlier work covering legends like Stu Ungar, Doyle Brunson, and David Blaine, plus his unexpected path from punk zines to Cigar Aficionado’s gambling columnist.

📚 What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Kaplan’s wild early days covering NYC punk rock and the late Stu Ungar
• The origins and ethics of Ivey and Sun’s notorious edge-sorting caper
• Which advantage player tried to deceive the author
• The cancer battle story that made it into the book—and why
• A behind-the-scenes look at characters cut from the final manuscript
• Tips for casual gamblers to find a tiny edge and maximize their comps

Whether you’re a seasoned sharp, a curious casino enthusiast, or just looking for a wild ride through gambling lore, this episode is packed with insight, stories, and strategy.

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Welcome back to Gambling with Good JuJu, the podcast that boosts your gambling knowledge—not your gambling taxes. (Seriously… they’re out of control.)

This week, Juice and Breezy dive into the disturbing trend of states treating sports betting like a cash-grab raffle. From Maryland to Illinois, lawmakers are ramping up tax rates, slapping on per-bet fees, and leaving recreational bettors with worse odds, fewer promos, and higher stakes. We break it all down—and ask: who’s looking out for the players? Spoiler: it’s not your state rep.

Also in this episode:
🎩 Shoutouts to Charles (NJ), Norman (TX), and Eric (MA) for grabbing Good JuJu merch
📸 Kate Constable and @the_bonus_bandits reppin’ the brand in style
🎙️ Our thoughts on the Cousin Vito interview—roulette dealer clocking, wrestling chops, and why we can’t wait to gamble with him in person
🧳 Winter casino conference dreams: ICE London? ZorkFest? Vegas Vacation?
📚 A sneak peek at next week’s guest, Advantage Players author Michael Kaplan

Plus: a retro Good JuJu ad spot, the return of Parlay Pete (maybe), and Juice gets fired up about political overreach in the betting space.

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🎧 Good JuJu to your bets—and see ya next week!

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Welcome back to Gambling with Good JuJu — the show with more Rich Little Piggies than every casino in Vegas 🐷🎰 (but we’re rich in spirit, baby). This week, we’re thrilled to welcome the one and only Cousin Vito, host of Cousin Vito’s Casino Podcast!

We cover everything from:

• Getting kicked out (or almost) of a casino 🚫
• Vito’s go-to games and under-the-radar favorites 🃏
• The secrets behind relaunching his hit podcast 🎙️
• Wild craps table stories, post-gambling fast food binges, and the age-old buffet vs. steakhouse debate 🍽️
• His love of wrestling and why casino meetups are worth the hype 🤼

Shoutout to Aaron, Jeff in Michigan, and Evan in Florida for repping the Good JuJu merch shop — we appreciate you! 🙌

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Welcome back to Gambling with Good JuJu — the show with all the flash of the casino and none of the heartache. This week, we're giggling more and guesting less as Juice and Breezy get back to what started it all: storytelling, casino shenanigans, and a healthy dose of degenerate charm.

We kick things off with a huge THANK YOU to our community — we're growing, and your likes, follows, and subs help more than you know. Shoutout to BetMGM's Sammy P and Kate Constable for repping our merch on the air last week! Want to grab some of your own? Hit up goodjujubets.net and check out the shop.

On this episode:
🥩 A Wash-O-Rama gets sold, so obviously it’s time to celebrate with steaks and slots.
🎰 We break down a night at the Par-A-Dice: AP slot plays gone wrong, blackjack redemption, and how casino comps really work.
🎲 Juice builds a craps bankroll while Breezy watches in horror as he keeps saying, “just two more numbers…” (famous last words).
🧍‍♂️ Plus, a shoutout to Shannon from Colorado, a casino conversation that reminded us why we love this scene.

Then, we dive into the Bet Bash Seminar Schedule — six jam-packed hours of breakout sessions, and we’re picking our favorites. From College Football Previews to the Sports Gambling College Professor, to consumer behavior and safer gambling ecosystems, we’re breaking down what’s worth your time in Vegas this August.

So sit back, hit that subscribe button on YouTube if you haven’t yet, and get ready for another episode full of laughs, stories, strategy, and of course… Good JuJu to your bets!

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Welcome in everybody to Gambling with Good JuJuuuuuuuuu — the show with more nutmegs than Boxing Day in England! This week, we’re kicking things off with a fresh guest and a whole lotta soccer talk.

We’re joined by Nate, co-host of the soccer betting podcast Double Chance (alongside friend of the show Tim Lawson from The Bettor Life 2.0). Nate’s been crushing it in the soccer space, and their pod is up nearly 30 units on the year — not too shabby. You can find him on X (Twitter) @natronebets, and trust us, he’s a great follow.

We dig into all things soccer betting — how Nate got started, what makes MLS such a unique market, and the sneaky angles that help him find value. Whether you're new to betting soccer or already deep in the weeds, there's a ton to learn in this episode. Plus, we ask the important questions: What’s the weirdest DM he’s gotten since starting the show? What’s his favorite MLS bet type? And which win (or heartbreak) sticks out most in his memory?

We even get Nate to share a future we can all squad ride — so don't miss it!

As always, if you like what we’re doing, hit those like/subscribe/follow buttons, leave us a review, and if you’re really feelin’ the Good JuJu, grab some merch at goodjujubets.net. Got a question or hot take? Leave us a voicemail — we just might play it on the show.

Thanks for listening — and as always, Good JuJu to your bets!

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Welcome back to Gambling with Good JuJu, the show with more modeling than IMG! This week, we’re thrilled to welcome back our friend and host of The Risk Takers Podcast, GoldenPants. He recently dropped an episode on the pros and cons of backtesting, and since we’re knee-deep in building our own college football betting system (shoutout Beyond the Odds and Elihu Fuestel), we had to bring him on to help us make sense of the backtesting battlefield.

We dive into:

• Why Kalshi might be more scared of horses than sports
• The debate around whether you should backtest
• Common pitfalls and real benefits of backtesting
• Tips for first-time modelers (yes, we said it)
• Making the shift from top-down to bottom-up betting
• Implications for account health and longevity

We also chat about what’s next for GoldenPants beyond the pod, and ask the ultimate question: if sports betting disappeared tomorrow, where would he take his edge?

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Good JuJu to your bets — we’ll talk again soooon!

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On this week’s episode of Gambling with Good JuJu, we’re joined by a true Vegas OG—Mark Wojtowicz Jr from 360Vegas! He’s been documenting the heart and history of Sin City for over a decade, and now he’s bringing the full story in his new book: Vegas: From Fremont to The Strip – How Las Vegas Casinos Evolved. We dig into the transformation of downtown dives into glitzy mega-resorts, the Mob’s fingerprints on casino floors, and whether the Strip's corporate duopoly is killing the vibe. Mark shares wild stories, busts a few myths, and drops gems for Vegas rookies and veterans alike.

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In this episode of Gambling with Good JuJu, Juice recaps his latest casino adventures at Rhythm City and the Isle of Capri in Bettendorf. He dives into casino promos, the joy of playing $5 craps, and unveils a fresh blackjack theory he's been testing at the tables. Plus, for the first time ever, Juice walks away with a promotional kitchen appliance! Meanwhile, Breezy brings the heat with his opinions on which sports leagues matter the most — but in a surprise twist, Juice just might have the hotter take as they rank their favorite sports leagues. Whether you're into gambling, sports talk, or casino promos, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and plenty of Good JuJu for your week!

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