Due For A Win

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  • DFAW #282: The Hook is Closing

    On episode 282 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss the Ilitch family taking full control of Ocean, the merits of Landry’s vs. Little Caesars, and the sad news that The Hook is closing after the summer. Then, Kyle gives a brief Black Hawk, Colorado, trip report, and of course there’s revenue data to talk about.

    Links:

    • The owners of Little Caesars are going from 50% to 100% ownership of Ocean.
    • The Hook will have its final performance on September 6.
    • May 2026 casino revenue is out.

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      Episode info: [ 0:31:32 | 15.1 MB | download here ]

      32 min
    • DFAW #281: Caesars Nuggets

      On episode 281 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss the latest Irish Pub news and some recent openings in Atlantic City before getting into the big news that Golden Nugget owner Tilman Fertitta has reached an agreement to purchase Caesars Entertainment.

      Links:

      • Irish Pub’s fire code violations stem from a recent decision to classify it as a high-rise building.
      • The Iron Room is back and it has a happy hour.
      • Federal Donuts & Chicken is open at Hard Rock.
      • Jurassic Beach is open at Showboat.
      • Tilman Fertitta has a deal in place to purchase Caesars Entertainment, which would give him four casinos in Atlantic City.
      • The April casino revenue was very strong.

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        Episode info: [ 0:32:09 | 15.4 MB | download here ]

        33 min
      • DFAW #280: Gambling On The Wrong Things

        On episode 280 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss the latest Irish Pub news and the revamped happy hour menu at Angeloni’s Club Madrid, then provide a detailed report on their two-night trip the weekend before Memorial Day. Reviews include:

        • Pinelands Brewing Co. in Little Egg Harbor.
        • Seaview Hotel and Cracked Egg Cafe in Galloway.
        • Rooms at Borgata and Ocean (we didn’t bother to discuss the room at Resorts).
        • Dinner at Angeline.
        • Live music at B Bar.
        • Hot Bagels & More.
        • NOBU Tanoshi Hour.
        • Jerry Longo’s cockatils.
        • King’s Pub.
        • Hard Rock Center Bar.
        • Ice cream and cheesesteaks at the Ocean food court.
        • The people you meet at Ocean’s sports book.
        • More ice cream at Caffeccino.
        • Starbucks toasted coconut latte.
        • Hayday Coffee.
        • Overindulging.
        • Losing all the money.
        • Playing the tier match game.

          • Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on X or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].

          Episode info: [ 1:01:27 | 29.5 MB | download here ]

          1 hr 2 min
        • DFAW #279: FOTP

          On episode 279 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig go over this weekend’s trip plans, play “Would You Rather?” with time-consuming activities, then discuss the latest news:

          • RIP Spirit; long live Breeze.
          • Plans for the Garden Pier include family-friendly entertainment and/or a beach club.
          • Byrdcage is up for sale but the current owners say it’s “not closing and continues to operate successfully.”

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            Episode info: [ 0:28:48 | 13.8 MB | download here ]

            29 min
          • DFAW #278: All The Happy Hours We Need To Try

            On episode 278 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss their upcoming trip, play “Would You Rather?” with happy hour options, discuss some feedback on the reliability of online gambling studies, respond to a listener question about what makes us excited for the Orange Loop container park, then get into the news:

            • We’re back on YouTube! (Sorry, no video.)
            • The first full casino opened in New York.
            • Hard Rock sold its interest in a potential Meadowlands casino.
            • The buildings on the Garden Pier are being demolished.
            • The March revenue numbers are good … for three casinos, at least.

              • Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on X or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].

              Episode info: [ 0:41:54 | 20.1 MB | download here ]

              42 min
            • DFAW #277: Epic Disney World vs. Las Vegas Showdown

              On episode 277 of the Atlantic City Podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss their thoughts on Walt Disney World for some reason, then get into the news before answering more mailbag questions.

              In the news:

              • Irish Pub is still closed.
              • Golden Nugget added a Lightning Link Lounge.
              • The AC container park has received a building permit.

                • From the mailbag:

                • More AC happy hours to try.
                • People watching.
                • Charging your electric vehicle.
                • AC in 10(ish) years.
                • Going back in time to improve the city.

                  • Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on X or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].

                  Episode info: [ 0:42:36 | 20.5 MB | download here ]

                  43 min
                • DFAW #276: Intangible Monetization

                  On episode 276 of the Atlantic City Podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss the Soar & Shore Airshow moving to May this year, say if they’d rather be in AC for the airshow or the St. Patrick’s Day parade, then answer a bunch of mailbag questions.

                  Topics include:

                  • Would we stop playing slots if we hit a life-changing jackpot?
                  • What big development project would we do if we were in charge of a casino company?
                  • Why don’t we do anything to profit off of the podcast?
                  • Is the podcast really just an excuse to make regular AC trips?

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                    Episode info: [ 0:38:35 | 18.5 MB | download here ]

                    0 min
                  • DFAW #275: Irish Pub Status Watch

                    On episode 275 of the Atlantic City Podcast, Kyle and Craig say if they’d rather be in AC for the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament or the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. Then they discuss the St. Patrick’s Day Parade marking the unofficial start of spring, Maya and Biergarten opening for the season, and the status of The Irish Pub (which promised to be open in plenty of time for St. Patrick’s Day).

                    Also, ACX1 has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the CRDA reluctantly approved plans to turn half the Sheraton into senior housing, and the February casino revenue came out.

                    Finally, a listener wonders whether it’s possible for gambling conditions to get so bad that players stop going to AC and Vegas.

                    Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on X or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].

                    Episode info: [ 0:39:30 | 19.0 MB | download here ]

                    40 min
                  • DFAW #274: Families, Finance Bros, and The Olds

                    On episode 274 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss whether age is relative, then answer a listener’s “Always/Once/Never” question about different types of people you’re likely to find in a casino. Also, Kyle has further thoughts about the NOBU Hotel experience at Caesars, a beach concert has been announced for August, and the January casino revenue wasn’t as bad as the weather might have suggested.

                    Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on X or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].

                    Episode info: [ 0:34:53 | 16.7 MB | download here ]

                    35 min
                  • DFAW #273: A Wednesday in February

                    On episode 273 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig talk about the Simpson restaurant moving to the outlets and a couple new restaurants coming to Hard Rock before detailing their February mid-week trip. Hear all about:

                    • Rooms in Caesars Centurion Tower and the NOBU Hotel.
                    • Happy hours at Hell’s Kitchen, NOBU, and Morton’s.
                    • Breakfast at Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill.
                    • King’s Pub.
                    • Hayday Coffee.
                    • The Hook.
                    • Face Up Pai Gow Poker at Caesars.
                    • Winning at penny slots.
                    • Late night cannolis.

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                      Episode info: [ 1:00:14 | 28.9 MB | download here ]

                      1 hr 1 min

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                    A podcast and blog about Atlantic City and the casino business.