Casinos.com Podcast

From Las Vegas to London, gaming has grown from a local pastime into a global industry driving innovation, entertainment, and culture. In this episode we sit down with Korbi Carrison, Vice President of the Global Gaming Expo (G2E), the world’s leading gaming even, to explore how the sector is evolving, what trends are shaping the next era of casinos and iGaming, and why G2E remains the key meeting point for the people and ideas powering the future of gaming worldwide.

With trust in media continuing to decline, veteran journalist Jill Manuel joins us to share a clear, practical vision for rebuilding credibility, starting where it matters most: local communities. She explains why local reporting remains essential to public trust, how journalists can reconnect with audiences through transparency and accountability, and what the industry must do to earn confidence back, one story at a time.

Jill Manuel

We’re diving into the fast-changing world of influencer marketing in iGaming with Nadia Bubenikova, CBO and co-founder of Famesters, a global influencer marketing agency. With experience connecting brands to audiences across esports, streaming, and online casinos, Nadia breaks down what campaigns actually deliver results, where brands waste budget, and how influencer strategy is evolving as gaming communities mature. From creator partnerships to performance measurement, she shares where influencer marketing in gaming is headed next, and how iGaming brands can stay ahead.

Nadia Bubenikova

Today we’re diving into chaos, quite literally, with Sam Jones, founder and CEO of 155.io. After making waves with Duck Race, a 24/7 live betting spectacle where plastic ducks and robotic arms turned a childhood tradition into high-stakes entertainment, Jones is back with his latest creation: Survivor. Imagine marbles battling centrifugal force on a spinning wheel, clinging on until only one remains, unpredictable, physics-driven, and built to keep players watching until the final drop. Sam explains how these “watchable” betting formats are changing online gambling and why real-world chaos might be the next frontier in gaming.

Sam Jones

Ever wondered who dreams up the slots you spin? On the latest Casinos.com Podcast, we go behind the reels with Josué Agüero, senior game producer at Just Slots, to explore how slot games go from concept to launch. From designing mechanics and building bonus features to shaping themes and storytelling, Agüero explains why creativity matters as much as the maths, and what separates a good slot from an unforgettable one. He also discusses the realities of balancing innovation with compliance and shares why Shogun Skylord remains a standout moment in his career.

Josué Agüero

Sweden’s last casino has closed its doors, and with it, a chapter of gambling history comes to an end. After 23 years at Casino Cosmopol, Erik Sober joins us to share what life was really like on the gaming floor, from the people and atmosphere to the realities behind the tables. He explains how the pandemic accelerated change, how online competition reshaped player behaviour, and what the closure signals for the future of gambling in Sweden. Don’t miss this candid, behind-the-scenes look at the chips, the culture, and the end of an era.

People Are the Real High Stakes: Bucky Osifeso on Culture, Trust, Diversity and AI in Casinos

Bucky Osifeso, founder of TAG HR Consulting and adviser to Netflix and Disney, joins the Casinos.com Podcast to explain why people, not machines, are the real high stakes in the casino industry. From building culture and trust to strengthening diversity, leadership, and accountability, she breaks down how modern HR protects the business, supports frontline teams, and drives long-term performance. Bucky also explores how AI is changing the workplace, and why the smartest operators will use technology to empower people, not replace them.

Devilfish Poker marks its 20th anniversary, inspired by the legendary Dave “Devilfish” Ulliott, and CEO JJ Williams joins the Casinos.com Podcast to reflect on how poker has evolved from the 2005 boom to today’s tech-driven landscape. He discusses the rise of online play, what Web3 could mean for poker, and how digital ownership may reshape player communities and engagement. From the future of live events to the next generation of online platforms, this conversation explores where poker is heading, and what the industry needs to get right to thrive.

The Real Future of AI in Business: Vivek Chaudhuri on Trust, Regulation and AI Culture

What’s the real future of AI in business, and what should leaders focus on right now? We sat down with Vivek Chaudhuri, a global marketing leader with 20+ years driving digital transformation across the US, Europe and Asia Pacific, to unpack where AI is delivering value and where the risks still lie. From trust, regulation and responsible adoption to building a culture of continuous learning with AI, Vivek shares practical insights every business leader needs to hear. Recorded live at the Next.io Summit in Malta

In this episode, we speak with two leading HR specialists, Bukky Osifeso and Cindy Macintos, backstage at the Next.io Summit in Valletta, Malta (May 2025). Bukky brings 20+ years of experience shaping workplace culture at global brands including Netflix, Disney and Amgen, and now leads TAG HR Consulting, helping organisations build human-centred cultures that last. She shares sharp insights on leadership, burnout and transformation, alongside Cindy, an expert in leadership and people development whose time as Chief People Officer at Pinnacle Sports focused on empowering teams and building a culture rooted in diversity, equity and inclusion. Together, they unpack what great people strategy really looks like in high-performance industries.