Due For A Win

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  • DFAW #92: Not in Compliance

    On episode 92 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle regales us with stories from Hong Kong and Macau, then Craig and Kyle talk about the news.

    Upcoming events:

    • Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival, Convention Center, March 29-30.
    • Waking Dreams Live Action Role Playing, Showboat, April 25-27.
    • Jersey Boys (Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons musical), Hard Rock, June 25 – July 21.

    News:

    • Ocean lost $23 in 7 months since opening; hasn’t met minimum cash-on-hand requirements since November.
    • Gambling revenue at AC’s brick & mortar casinos was not great in January, but online and sports betting helped.
    • The Wall Street Journal says Carl Icahn is going to push for Caesars Entertainment to sell itself.
    • Craig still owes Kyle a meal at Hard Rock, but Kyle now owes Craig $10 from the Super Bowl.

    Also, here’s the article we mention about 24/7/365 gambling being approved in 1992.

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

    Episode info: [ 0:58:28 | 28.1 MB | download here ]

    59 min
  • DFAW #91: Macau Talk

    On episode 91 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig talk about some Atlantic City news, then turn the focus toward Hong Kong and Macau! Kyle is heading out for three nights in each city next week, so we talk about his plans.

    News:

    • Luxor Capital Group is taking over Ocean ownership from Bruce Deifik.
    • NJ Transit rail service to Atlantic City may not resume until April or later.
    • Sports betting is live at Hard Rock.
    • Vans Warped Tour is going to hold a two-day festival on the beach in June.
    • Craig still owes Kyle a meal at Hard Rock.

    Also, be sure to check out Craig’s appearance on Morano in the Morning from Sunday, January 27th.

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

    Episode info: [ 0:43:41 | 21.0 MB | download here ]

    44 min
  • DFAW #90: Ocean Has Been Sold

    On episode 90 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig talk about the huge news that Ocean will get a new owner just 6 months after opening, plus some other stuff.

    Ocean news:

    • Bruce Deifik confirmed that he has sold Ocean, but wouldn’t name the buyer.
    • Notable: Deifik took out a $175 million loan less than a month before opening.
    • Looking back: Deifik gets emotional at Casino Control Commission hearing.
    • Rumor: Major investor Luxor Capital Group demanded the change.
    • Rumor: Buyer could be same company that is buying Sands Bethlehem.

    Other stuff:

    • December and full-year gambling revenue is out.
    • Golden Nugget increased its resort fee from $15 to $20 (see all AC resort fees).
    • Carl Icahn might be gearing up to sell Trump Plaza…
    • While also buying up shares of Caesars Entertainment.
    • Surprise! AC’s getting an Arena Football League team.
    • Craig still owes Kyle: one meal at Hard Rock.

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

    Episode info: [ 0:48:58 | 23.5 MB | download here ]

    49 min
  • DFAW #89: Best of 2018

    http://dueforawin.com/podcast-download/1904/atlantic-city-podcast-89-best-of-2018.mp3

    On episode 89 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig reveal the prestigious Due For A Win “Best of 2018” awards!  We both provide our choices across 20 categories:

    Casinos:

    • Best Table Games
    • Best Slots
    • Best Video Poker
    • Best Asian Gaming Room
    • Best Player’s Club
    • Best Casino Service
    • Best Hotel Rooms
    • Best On-site Dining
    • Best On-site Bars
    • Best Value for Low Rollers
    • Most Improved Casino Property
    • Best Casino Property (overall)

      • Food & Drink:

      • Best Restaurant (that we’ve been to)
      • Best Restaurant for Cheap Eats
      • Best Bar
      • Best Breakfast

        • Miscellaneous:

        • Best Non-gaming Attraction
        • Best New Thing in 2018
        • Biggest Disappointment of 2018
        • Most Exciting Thing for 2019

          • Have thoughts on our picks? Think we messed something up horribly? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on Twitter, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].

          Episode info: [ 1:29:25 | 42.9 MB | download here ]

          1 hr 30 min
        • DFAW #88: A Royal Trip Report

          http://dueforawin.com/podcast-download/1733/atlantic-city-podcast-88-trip-report-borgata-amphora-lounge-caesars-rewards.mp3

          On episode 88 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig provide a recap of their latest trip, then get into the news.

          Reviews:

          • Borgata standard room.
          • Amphora Lounge.
          • B Bar.
          • Long Bar.
          • Tiles, craps, and video poker.

            • News:

            • Bart Blatstein has paid the property taxes owed for Showboat.
            • Total Rewards is rebranding as Caesars Rewards, with some minor changes.
            • The Miss America competition is looking for a new host city.
            • Nothing’s going on with the Trump Plaza demolition.
            • Rumor: Drink tickets coming to Ocean?
            • Atlantic City has been picked as a location for a medical marijuana dispensary.
            • November gambling revenue was posted.
            • Kenny Loggins plays at Ocean in 113 days.

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

              Episode info: [ 1:03:10 | 30.3 MB | download here ]

              1 hr 4 min
            • DFAW #87: Gonna Take You Right into the Danger Zone

              http://dueforawin.com/podcast-download/1655/atlantic-city-podcast-87-frank-gilliam-hard-rock-sports-book-wahlburgers.mp3

              On episode 87 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss their quick AC trip that’s just a couple days away, but first they have to talk about the news:

              • Mayor Frank Gilliam is having a bad few weeks.
              • Hard Rock is going to open a sports book in early 2019.
              • A bunch of stuff is happening at Ocean:
                • They are status matching again (new members only).
                • A new concert promoter has begun booking music and comedy acts.
                • Wahlburgers is open.
                • Showboat and Claridge owners both owe a lot of property taxes.
                • Cereal Town: still open for business.

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

                  Episode info: [ 0:37:18 | 17.9 MB | download here ]

                  38 min
                • DFAW #86: A Strange Session of Pai Gow Poker

                  http://dueforawin.com/podcast-download/1544/atlantic-city-podcast-86-harrahs-draftkings-horseshoe-baltimore.mp3

                  On episode 86 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle talks about visiting a couple Maryland casinos, including meeting up with Eric from Vegas Confessions, Tim from The Bettor Life, and several listeners at Horseshoe Baltimore, where they had a unique Pai Gow Poker dealer. Then, Craig gives an update on retrieving his missing Diamond Celebration Dinner, followed by some news talk.

                  The news:

                  • Harrah’s is spending $56 million to renovate the Harbour Tower.
                  • The permanent DraftKings sports book is open at Resorts.
                  • CRDA has approved Showboat’s plan to convert 400 hotel rooms to apartments.
                  • Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall opened November 21st.
                  • A New York real estate firm is negotiating to buy The Atlantic Club.
                  • October gambling revenue wasn’t great.
                  • Third quarter profit numbers are out.
                  • Cereal Town: open for business.

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

                    Episode info: [ 0:42:45 | 20.5 MB | download here ]

                    43 min
                  • DFAW #85: Going Down to Cereal Town

                    http://dueforawin.com/podcast-download/1442/atlantic-city-podcast-85-cereal-town-mgm-caesars-merger-cereal-town.mp3

                    On episode 85 of the Atlantic City and Cereal Town Podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss both cereals and towns because we just found out that Cereal Town has finally opened at Ocean Resort Casino. We also update the status of Craig’s Diamond Celebration Dinner, talk about potential upcoming trips to AC and Macau, then some other news that isn’t as important as Cereal Town’s opening.

                    News:

                    • CEREAL TOWN IS OPEN.
                    • Rocket Fizz is also open at Ocean.
                    • Tropicana’s William Hill sports book is open.
                    • Caesars CEO Mark Frissora is stepping down in February.
                    • There are rumors that MGM is exploring a merger with Caesars.

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

                      Episode info: [ 0:52:14 | 25.1 MB | download here ]

                      53 min
                    • DFAW #84: Looking for a Reason to Give Up

                      http://dueforawin.com/podcast-download/1411/atlantic-city-podcast-84-caesars-golden-nugget-merger-total-rewards-customer-service.mp3

                      On episode 84 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig provide some news updates before spending an inordinate amount of time recapping Craig’s 25-hour trip to Atlantic City, which includes venturing back into the wilderness of Total Rewards customer support over a missing Diamond Celebration Dinner.

                      News:

                      • Golden Nugget’s Tilman Fertitta reportedly offered $13 per share for Caesars Entertainment but CET doesn’t seem interested.
                      • Former Tropicana President Tony Rodio was hired by Affinity Gaming.
                      • Showboat is seeking approval to turn one of its hotel towers into apartments.

                        • Reviews:

                        • Hard Rock, revisited.
                          • Legends Lounge.
                          • Center Bar.
                          • Tons more video poker.
                          • Wandering through Ocean.
                            • New sportsbook looks great.
                            • Tons of empty retail space.
                            • Cereal Town: not open yet.
                            • Guy Fieri’s Chophouse at Bally’s.
                            • Breadsticks at Resorts.

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

                              Episode info: [ 1:01:39 | 29.6 MB | download here ]

                              1 hr 2 min
                            • DFAW #83: Rumblings of a Golden Nugget Merger with Caesars

                              http://dueforawin.com/podcast-download/1400/atlantic-city-podcast-83-tilman-feritta-golden-nugget-caesars-rumors.mp3

                              On episode 83 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss Craig’s upcoming Atlantic City trip, some listener responses to “What Does Ocean Need to Do?” and then, of course, the news:

                              • There are reports that Golden Nugget owner Tilman Fertitta is seeking a merger with Caesars.
                              • Rocco’s Italian Kitchen & Market opened at Ocean.
                              • Ruby Tuesday in the  outlets is closed forever.
                              • The new Beer Hall on Tennessee Ave. has a big sign and is hoping to open soon.
                              • DeWalt Brewing Co. is no longer moving in near Little Water, but another brewery is.
                                • Also, an axe throwing studio.
                                • Cool Global Gaming Expo stuff via Marc Meltzer.
                                • The September and Q3 gambling revenue reports do not inspire confidence.
                                • Cereal Town: not open yet.

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

                                  Episode info: [ 0:49:29 | 23.8 MB | download here ]

                                  50 min

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