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- DFAW #252: Ocean’s 18
On episode 252 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig play Always/Once/Never with trip companions, then get into a whole lot of news:
- Rhythm & Spirits and Cuzzie’s Pizza will be replaced by Isabella’s Italian Pizza Kitchen and Paulie’s Steak Italiano.
- The Claridge is renovating rooms.
- Ocean is renovating rooms and adding two new Stephen Starr restaurants and an Italian restaurant and more eateries and a “Sammi Sweetheart” shop and an indoor mini golf course and bar.
- Borgata Comedy Club is no more, apparently.
- March and Q1 2025 revenue is out.
Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on Twitter or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].
Episode info: [ 0:27:16 | 13.1 MB | download here ]
28 min - DFAW #251: Buffets with Crab Legs
On episode 251 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig were inspired by the announcement of Golden Nugget’s new seafood buffet to play Always/Once/Never with different types of buffets. Then they quickly mention that the Aquarium reopened before getting into a trip report! Hear about:
- Bally’s Tower renovated room
- Staying at The Claridge
- Lunch at King’s Pub
- Beer at Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall
- Happy hours at Vue and Park Place Prime
- Phil’s Carousel Bar at Bally’s
- Slots, video poker, and table game selection at Bally’s
- Breakfast at Essl’s Dugout in Pleasantville
Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on Twitter or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].
Episode info: [ 0:44:36 | 21.4 MB | download here ]
46 min - DFAW #250: Sore and Shore Festival
On milestone episode 250 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig play Always/Once/Never with Boardwalk views, talk about what life will be like 250 episodes from now, plan a very short AC trip, then cover a couple news items:
- There will be an air show in AC this summer after all! A civilian air show called the “Soar & Shore Festival” will be held July 15-16.
- February casino revenue data is out, which is an opportunity to look at the years-long decline of Caesars properties in AC.
Also be sure to check out Pat G.’s photos from the MAAC men’s basketball tournament at Boardwalk Hall in our Facebook group.
Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on Twitter or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].
Episode info: [ 0:44:36 | 21.4 MB | download here ]
45 min - DFAW #249: Epic Wildwood vs. AC Showdown
On episode 249 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig play Always/Once/Never with defunct sports teams, read a listener comment about Wind Creek Bethlehem, discuss the latest updates on the Airshow, then answer Pat G.’s mailbag questions. Topics include:
- Plans for the old Hilton.
- Inexperienced craps dealers at Resorts.
- Casino scents, particularly at Ocean.
- Axe throwing.
- Events at Boardwalk Hall.
Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on Twitter or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].
Episode info: [ 0:27:04 | 13.0 MB | download here ]
28 min - DFAW #248: My Other Hobby Is Also Gambling
On episode 248 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig play Always/Once/Never with combat sports (real and staged), have a random discussion about arcades and trading card games, then get into the news:
- Boardwalk Hall will host the welterweight unification bout between Jaron Ennis and Eimantas Stanionis on April 12.
- Free parking is back at Golden Nugget.
- Golden Nugget is also offering a promotion where you can get a status upgrade for the rest of the year if you earn enough tier points by the end of May.
- Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall reopened in February, and is offering happy hour twice a day.
- January in-person casino revenue was up but online revenue was down.
Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on Twitter or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].
Episode info: [ 0:32:31 | 15.6 MB | download here ]
33 min - DFAW #247: The Allure of the East Coast
On episode 247 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig complain about the weather, answer a listener question about Asia Poker, then get into a whole lot of news:
- The Atlantic City Aquarium claims it will reopen on March 24.
- The Distrito taco truck at Ocean has permanently closed.
- Topgolf at Ocean is closed until at least April.
- Showboat is getting a $4.2 million state grant to expand Lucky Snake and add a bowling alley.
- The owner of the former Hilton/ACH/Atlantic Club is planning a major renovation with condos and a hotel.
- A small Monopoly-themed hotel is planned for the Orange Loop.
- Something called Seahaus Hotel is planned for just south of Tropicana.
- December and 2024 year-end casino revenue data is out, which means we can settle all the bets we made a year ago and make new bets for 2025!
Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on Twitter or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].
Episode info: [ 0:39:07 | 18.8 MB | download here ]
40 min - DFAW #246: Dueling Trip Reports
On episode 246 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig both have trips to report on! Kyle went solo, staying at Caesars and playing there and at Bally’s. Craig went on a couples trip and stayed and played at Tropicana.
Reviews include:
- Caesars Centurion Tower room
- King’s Pub
- Nobu at Caesars
- Maria’s Luncheonette
- The Dunkin near Claridge
- Tun Tavern
- Angeloni’s Club Madrid happy hour
- Ossu at Tropicana
- Hash House A Go Go
- $10.50 Starbucks latte
- Those slot machines with the fake bonus meters
Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on Twitter or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].
Episode info: [ 0:46:50 | 22.5 MB | download here ]
47 min - DFAW #245: Our Favorites From 2024
On episode 245 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig recap their 2024 in Atlantic City, then name their favorites in a whole bunch of categories:
- Casino (overall)
- Casino for Slots
- Casino for Table Games
- Casino for Video Poker
- Hotel Room
- Restaurant
- Cheap Eats
- Bar
- Cocktails
- Happy Hour
- Non-Gaming Entertainment
- New Thing in AC
- Slot Played in 2024
- Personal Highlight of 2024
- Biggest Disappointment of 2024
- Plus, things we’d like to see in 2025.
Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on Twitter or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].
Episode info: [ 0:56:55 | 27.3 MB | download here ]
57 min - DFAW #244: How to Stay Due
On episode 244 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig play Always/Once/Never with Pai Gow variations, talk about New Year’s resolutions, follow up on their trip report, then go over some news. Also, a scenario from a listener about bringing someone who hasn’t been to AC much since the early ’90s.
The news:
- The former Good Dog Bar is becoming an LGBTQ+ bar called ByrdCage.
- The Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival announced headliners for its March 29 events.
- The 2025 Atlantic City Airshow has been canceled.
- The November data has been out for over a month and a half.
Like the podcast? Think there’s something we should discuss? Let us know in the comments, reach out to us on Twitter or Bluesky, post it in our Facebook group, or email us at [email protected].
Episode info: [ 0:40:10 | 19.3 MB | download here ]
41 min - DFAW #243: Tropicana Checkout Refugees
On episode 243 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig recap their two-night trip from December 14-16. Reviews include:
- Tropicana Havana Tower
- Borgata MGM Tower
- Dock’s Oyster House
- Gilchrist at Tropicana
- Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House
- Noodles of the World at Borgata
- Criss Cross Poker
- “Bomb Pots” in the Borgata poker room
- B Bar
- Bread + Butter
Also, some news:
- Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall will close temporarily starting December 23; will “debut a new concept” in January.
- Atlantic City Bar & Grill has closed.
- The Aquarium reopening has been delayed yet again.
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: [ 0:54:21 | 26.1 MB | download here ]
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About Due For A Win
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A podcast and blog about Atlantic City and the casino business.