On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Adam Krejcik, co-founder and partner at Eilers & Krejcik Gaming.

Hear them discuss:

00:50 - How Adam's company name creates lasting impressions

03:20 - The services Eilers & Krejcik Gaming provides and their value to stakeholders

07:16 - Adam’s background and his path into the gaming industry

08:50 - The evolving culture of gaming and sports betting in California

12:10 - Challenges and opportunities in regulating gaming in California

15:00 - The proposition system in California and why sports betting legalization efforts have failed

19:10 - A comparison of regulatory environments in California and Texas

21:50 - The rise of sweepstakes gaming and its implications for the industry

24:20 - Advice for entrepreneurs aiming to enter the U.S. sports betting market

26:50 - The potential for disruption in the U.S. sports betting landscape

29:00 - Adam’s reflections on the current market leaders and their growth trajectory

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Nigel Eccles, founder of BetHog and co-founder of FanDuel.

Hear them discuss:

3:11 - Why the UK startup scene struggles to compete with the US.

8:23 - Founding FanDuel and the challenges of building a billion-dollar company.

14:27 - Why Nigel stayed in the US and the entrepreneurial energy it offers.

21:00 - Raising massive funding rounds at FanDuel and what it taught him.

38:50 - The FanDuel sale to Flutter and why it wasn’t a win for everyone involved.

42:00 - Nigel’s journey after FanDuel, including launching various ventures before BetHog.

47:20 - Reflections on working with a spouse and how it shaped FanDuel's growth.

53:15 - Why BetHog is Nigel’s next big bet and how it’s making sports betting more social.

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Jeff Ifrah, Founding & Managing Partner at Ifrah Law.

Hear them discuss:

01:30 - Jeff’s reaction to U.S. midterm results and their impact on sports betting.

02:13 - Insights into New Jersey legislation and the issue of "skins."

04:00 - Balancing political realities with free-market ideals in regulation.

07:00 - Legal takes on sweepstakes models and their viability.

09:20 - Why regulators are slow to act on sweepstakes issues.

15:18 - Challenges for small operators in markets dominated by giants.

18:40 - Comparing the U.K. gaming model to the U.S. system.

21:00 - Polymarket and Kalshi: Contrasting legal paths for event markets.

30:20 - The current state of using cryptocurrency in U.S. sports betting.

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Rob Davies, COO of PowerPlay.

Hear them discuss:

01:00 - Rob’s unique background in philosophy and his PhD on religious toleration

02:15 - Why Rob will always be a Bolton Wanderers fan, no matter what!

03:00 - The importance of accepting fallibility in business and decision-making

06:10 - How Rob transitioned from academia to the betting industry through William Hill

08:40 - Rob and Jason laugh about always being surprised by the “butler” in mystery plots

10:00 - How Rob’s perspective on the morality of gambling has changed over time

13:47 - What is “palpable error,” and how PowerPlay handles it transparently

15:22 - Jason tests Rob’s philosophy background with a counter-case on bet repricing ethics

20:47 - Why not build PowerPlay on top of an exchange model? Rob shares his insights

24:20 - Rob’s advice for startups: the importance of customer service and query resolution

28:10 - The rise of offshore and crypto casinos and their impact on regulated operators

32:18 - Rob’s reflections on his career and aspirations for the future

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by writer, David Hill to discuss his Rolling Stone feature - "Is the $11 Billion Online Sportsbook Bubble About to Burst?"

Hear them discuss: 

00:51 - David's transition from a union organizer to becoming a writer and how it shaped his immersive storytelling approach.

07:30 - David's upbringing in Hot Springs, Arkansas, a historic gambling hub, and its influence on his interest in gambling.

09:00 - The morality of gambling, societal parallels with alcohol, and reflections on how gambling's perception has evolved.

12:15 - The intertwining history of gambling and sports, including how gambling shaped early sports in America.

15:10 - The industry's current technological challenges, perceived stagnation, and its pricing inefficiencies.

20:30 - The debate around sports betting’s sustainability, public perception, and parallels with other industries.

30:20 - The societal costs of gambling addiction and the industry's responsibility in addressing problem gambling.

37:40 - Broader societal issues, including the impact of social media, and Jason's reflections on the parallels with sports betting.

41:10 - What’s next for David Hill after this in-depth exploration of the gambling industry.

Read David's Rolling Stone feature here -  Is the $11 Billion Online Sportsbook Bubble About to Burst?

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Jeff Benson, Director of Operations at Circa Sports.

Hear them discuss:

02:10 - How Jeff got started in the sports betting industry

03:30 - What brought Jeff to Circa Sports and his early impressions of the company

06:40 - The growth strategy for Circa Sports and its approach to expansion

08:05 - The unique aspects of Circa’s sportsbook operation model

10:50 - How Circa approaches customer service and client relations

12:35 - Circa’s philosophy on offering high betting limits and customer-friendly policies

15:10 - The challenges of balancing profitability with bettor-friendly practices

17:50 - Circa’s stance on responsible gambling and its approach to player protections

21:00 - The impact of sports betting legislation on Circa’s business

24:15 - Jeff’s perspective on the future of the sports betting industry and exchanges

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by his coach, Liam Forde, Founder and CEO of The Zone.

Hear them discuss:

03:00 - How Jason first met Liam and began coaching with him

05:20 - Liam’s views on when strict coaching models may or may not work

06:30 - How to motivate employees without anger, and why clarity and responsibility matter

09:20 - How Jason’s coaching helped him shift from an “angry coach” approach

11:00 - The concept of “flow” and why rest is crucial to reach a flow state

12:20 - Why balance between work intensity and mental relaxation improves productivity

14:40 - Jason’s shift in perspective on health and wellness after working with Liam

20:10 - How Liam encouraged Jason to prioritize health through gentle accountability

24:00 - Balancing the demands of being a CEO with family life, and the impact on productivity

30:10 - Jason’s reflections on how being a CEO impacts his employees and their families

33:30 - The “superpowers” and challenges different types of CEOs typically face

36:00 - The ripple effects of a CEO’s energy and attitude on company culture

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Sue Schneider, Co-Founder at Defy the Odds.

Hear them discuss:

03:15 - How Sue got started in the betting industry

07:42 - The early days of online gaming and betting

12:33 - Challenges Sue faced in building an industry presence

16:50 - The evolution of regulatory frameworks in online gambling

21:17 - Key milestones in the global expansion of sports betting

27:20 - Sue’s role and experiences working at SBC

29:30 - The role of technology in transforming betting experiences

30:45 - Co-Founding Defy the Odds and setting its goals

34:12 - Differences in gambling regulations across regions

39:45 - Advice for those entering the gaming and betting industry today

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Adam Small, founder of Third Planet Affiliates.

Hear them discuss:

02:01 - Adam’s background and entry into the betting industry

02:40 - Election mania and its impact on business sentiment

03:24 - The role of affiliates in the betting industry

04:23 - Industry insights and trends impacting affiliates

13:44 - Reflecting on the affiliate sector's recent challenges

14:31 - Examining examples of affiliate revenue "baskets"

16:22 - Shifts in cost-per-click and SEO strategies

17:40 - Adam's journey into the affiliate industry

28:00 - Why Adam chose not to become a betting operator

29:30 - The appeal and challenges of being an affiliate

34:08 - The future of growth and potential reckoning in affiliates

37:00 - What’s next for affiliate marketing in betting

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason answers listener-submitted questions and shares his insights on the latest developments in the industry, including the proposed UK gambling tax, sweepstakes models, and NCAA player prop markets.

Hear him discuss:

01:26 - His recent trip to Vegas and G2E conference highlights

03:30 - Impact of proposed UK gambling tax increase

08:00 - Sweepstake models and their rise in the United States

10:45 - Industry optimism from recent G2E and SBC conferences

16:53 - NCAA’s consideration of banning player prop markets due to social

media abuse

22:41 - Why PolyMarket and Kalshi predict Trump as the 2024 election favorite, despite traditional polls showing a close race

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