Gamble Up!

In Episode 24 of *Gamble Up*, Adam Schwartz and David "ODB" Baker analyze NFL Week 3 trends, coaching blunders, and Week 4 against-the-spread (ATS) contest picks. The team breaks down Circa Sports' official partnership with Survivor Sweat for secondary market equity trading, key game theory strategies in Circa Survivor and the $100k Grandissimo contest, and portfolio management in Circa Millions.

0:00 - Gamble Up Ep. 24 Overview & Early NFL Season Trends

04:15 - Circa Sports & Survivor Sweat Secondary Market Partnership

12:30 - Circa Survivor Week 3 Carnage & Portfolio Allocation Strategy

20:45 - $100k Grandissimo Contest Analysis & Game Theory Strategy

29:20 - Week 4 Survivor Strategy: Minnesota Vikings Chalk vs. Leverage Pivots

37:50 - NFL Recaps: Raiders 3-0 Cover Streak, Falcons Upset, Bills & Cowboys

52:10 - Game Recaps: Broncos Comeback, Bears, Patriots QB Benchings & 49ers

59:30 - Internal Host Standings & Circa Millions Portfolio Update

01:05:15 - Week 4 Predictions

01:13:50 - Picks & Previews

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Join Adam Schwartz, David Baker (@AuDavidb), and producer Ross on Episode 23 of the Gamble Up! Podcast as they break down NFL Week 2 reactions, Circa Survivor contest strategy, and NFL Week 3 best bets.

The crew dissects the massive 66% Survivor field attrition, explores the EV math behind multi-entry portfolios versus single-entry strategies, and breaks down key Week 3 decision points like whether to take the heavy Kansas City Chiefs chalk or pivot to contrarian spots. From Shane Steichen’s overtime misstep to Aaron Glenn’s clock management meltdown, they review game-changing coaching blunders, fantasy football injury impacts (including Caleb Williams and Jackson Dart), and reveal their top spread picks and Circa Millions consensus plays to help you make smarter betting decisions this football season.

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00:00 - Show doc banter and early coaching rants

01:02 - Episode intro and what the show will cover

02:41 - Survivor ownership: 49ers vs. Buccaneers

03:16 - Why single-entry and multi-entry players approach Survivor differently

06:40 - Are multi-entry Survivor decisions actually minus EV?

10:02 - Aftermarkets, buying entries, and how contest markets work

11:47 - Saturday Night Sweat and reading the Survivor community

14:18 - Early Survivor attrition and why the field is already crushed

17:37 - Holiday weeks, double-pick weeks, and future consolidation spots

18:03 - How to think about future value in teams like Detroit

20:39 - Using bad teams as live dogs in the right spot

22:16 - Why the Chiefs are likely to be heavily owned this week

24:09 - Managing risk with uncomfortable Survivor plays

26:07 - Circa Millions standings and the best and worst cards

28:19 - Bills-Lions recap and Detroit’s offensive outlook

30:16 - Falcons-Panthers and the Michael Penix discussion

32:36 - Saints stun the Ravens and Tyler Shough’s early profile

35:10 - Caleb Williams injury and the Bears’ quarterback situation

37:30 - Bengals-Texans and why both teams still look legitimate

40:47 - Aaron Glenn’s clock management mistake vs. the Packers

45:15 - Eagles-Titans and a fantasy saving Jalen Hurts stack

45:40 - Broncos-Jaguars and Bo Nix’s second-half response

47:27 - Raiders-Chargers: are the Raiders good or are the Chargers broken?

50:20 - Kirk Cousins’ career earnings and fantasy quarterback talk

51:41 - Seahawks-Cardinals and JSN’s ascent

54:23 - Cowboys-Commanders and Washington’s missed opportunities

55:24 - Chiefs-Colts overtime coaching decisions

59:23 - Rams-Giants, Jackson Dart’s season-ending injury, and Jameis Winston

1:00:22 - Broncos futures and why waiting may be better than buying now

1:02:27 - Supporting the show and Ross’s free production work

1:05:25 - Week 2 pick contest results

1:07:43 - This week’s contest picks from Adam, David, and Ross

1:13:29 - Claude’s picks and closing thoughts

1:14:15 - Weekend plans, golf, and the President’s Cup

1:14:49 - Wrap-up and sign-off

Gamble Up Episode 22 breaks down 'ODB' David Baker’s Survivor strategy, including ownership projections, leverage, future value, contest selection, and the differences between Circa Survivor and Splash Survivor. Adam Schwartz, Ross, and David also recap the biggest Week 1 NFL takeaways, debate contest ethics and syndicates, evaluate Circa Millions, reveal their Super Bowl predictions, and make their Week 2 picks.

00:00 – Gamble Up Returns: Football Season Is Back

02:06 – David Baker on NFL Obsession, Content, and Social Media Chaos

06:12 – How David Builds Survivor Entries Without AI

08:19 – Why Jacksonville Was the Safer Survivor Play

10:21 – Survivor Strategy: Take Stands, Don’t Copy the Field

12:45 – Jacksonville at 50% vs. Chargers at 15% Ownership

13:15 – The Future Value Edge: Saving Teams for Later

14:10 – Why the Jets Entry Became David’s Most Valuable

15:06 – How to Protect a High-Value Survivor Entry

16:37 – Circa Survivor vs. Splash Survivor: The Key Differences

18:29 – Holiday Weeks, Double Picks, and Preserving Flexibility

22:30 – How Ownership Projections Create a Major Edge

23:54 – Why Contest Size Changes Field Behavior

26:52 – Survivor Ethics: Entry Caps, Teams, and Syndicates

29:50 – The Gray Areas Every Survivor Contest Is Still Solving

34:34 – Why Circa Millions Stayed Flat Despite Survivor’s Growth

37:50 – The Week 1 Millions Portfolio: Big Wins and Brutal Misses

41:31 – Why David Passed on the $100K Grandissimo

42:56 – Seahawks vs. Patriots: Seattle’s Defense Makes a Statement

46:46 – 49ers vs. Rams in Australia: Genius Strategy or Weird Travel?

52:43 – Steelers vs. Falcons: Don’t Overreact to One Game

53:58 – Ravens Roll, Bears Explode, and Two NFC Contenders Emerge

55:06 – Why David Is Still All-In on the Bears

58:18 – The Packers’ Three Structural Problems

59:37 – Jaguars Cruise While the Bengals Keep Rolling

60:27 – Jets Impress as Tennessee Becomes a Prime Fade

61:38 – Lions-Saints Overtime: The Case for Going for Two

64:32 – Bills vs. Texans: Two Teams Still Built to Contend

66:59 – Eagles Need More Proof After Beating Washington

68:25 – Giants Shock Dallas: Was It Preparation or a Real Problem?

70:08 – Broncos-Chiefs Fallout: Sean Payton Needs to Pick a Lane

75:32 – Super Bowl Predictions: Rams, Steelers, Bears, Ravens, and Broncos

78:18 – Where the Super Bowl Betting Value Could Be Later

80:23 – The Weekly Picks Contest Begins

81:35 – David Baker’s Three Week 2 Picks

84:41 – Survivor Loser Picks and the Final Debate

Greg “FBT” Mueller joins Gamble Up! for Episode 21 to share stories from his journey through poker. From Vancouver’s early 90's poker scene to unforgettable WSOP final tables and a massive $3.75 million run. Greg discusses poker mindset, mentorship, friendship, pressure, key hands, coaching, and the lessons that have shaped his decades in the game.

00:00 Greg “FBT” Mueller: From Hockey Pro to Poker Legend

00:30 Pre-Show Banter, Poker Talk & the Gamble Up! Theme

01:02 Greg “FBT” Mueller Joins the Gamble Up! Podcast

02:35 From the WSOP Main Event to the Smithers Golf Tournament

03:41 Vancouver Poker’s Legendary Limit Game Era

08:25 From Pro Hockey to Poker, Golf & a Late-Blooming Career

10:37 David Baker, Poker Friendships & Early Main Event Memories

16:11 The Toughest Matchup: Playing Heads-Up Against Friends

19:28 Why the WSOP Main Event Final Table Feels Bigger Than a Bracelet

27:42 Bucky’s Tough Love & the Power of a Great Poker Rail

32:50 Recommitting to Tournament Poker & Making a Main Event Run

39:19 Scotty “Tickets” Stories & Legendary WSOP Rail Energy

45:10 Key Hands That Built Confidence During the Main Event

50:11 The Final Table Exit Hand: Playing for $3.75 Million

56:50 ICM Pressure, Massive Pay Jumps & Final Table Survival

1:02:35 Breaking Down the Heads-Up Hand That Decided Millions

1:09:55 Final Table Coaching & Preparing for Elite Competition

1:13:22 Final Table Now or a Longer Break? The Tough Decision

1:15:05 How a $3.75M Score Changes Your Life

1:17:59 Closing Thoughts, Poker Friendship & Another Deep Run

We're BACK with new Gamble Up! - ODB, Adam, and Ross recap the biggest moments from WSOP 2026, diving into standout results, key hands, tournament strategy, and the stories shaping this year’s World Series of Poker. They also break down the $25K WSOP Fantasy discussion, player results sharing, bracelet races, early registration strategy, and what the biggest trends from the summer say about the future of poker.

From huge-field adjustments to fantasy league angles, bracelet chases, and rising international talent, this episode is packed with WSOP analysis, poker news, and pro-level takeaways for players and fans. Subscribe for more WSOP recap coverage, poker strategy, fantasy discussion, and Gamble Up! episodes.

• 00:00 Introduction and ODB Results Tease

• 01:20 World Series of Poker 2026 :RECAP

• 04:38 Strategies for large-field fantasy tournaments

• 09:15 Playing poker against WSOP Competition

• 13:57 Notable Bracelet WINS and Achievements

• 20:07 Who will be the first to 20 bracelets?

• 24:38 The Foxens’ summer success and top stories of the year.

• 32:46 WSOP Fantasy Insights

• 34:55 Future plans and community involvement.

SUPER BOWL PICKS & PROPS!

00:00 Introduction and PGT Update

04:56 Bubble Dynamics in Poker Tournaments

09:37 Mixed Games vs. No Limit Poker

14:40 Hall of Fame Politics in Sports

19:43 Conference Championship Games Analysis

29:33 The Complexity of Game Outcomes

31:54 Coaching Decisions and Game Dynamics

34:11 Weather's Impact on Game Performance

36:37 Betting Strategies and Game Predictions

39:38 Analyzing the Seahawks vs. Rams Matchup

48:36 Super Bowl Predictions and Prop Bets

54:25 Celebrity Fans and Their Allegiances

57:38 Game Predictions and Prop Bets

01:00:17 Analyzing Player Performances and Strategies

01:05:29 Poker Insights and Preparation Techniques

01:09:15 NFL Awards and Cultural Commentary

In this week’s episode, hosts Adam Schwartz and David “ODB” Baker break down the latest headlines in both poker and the NFL — including updates from the PokerGO Tour (PGT), key tournament strategies, and the biggest stories shaking up the NFL Hall of Fame voting controversy.

The guys go deep on the AFC and NFC Championship games, preview the Super Bowl matchup, and tackle listener questions about poker theory, bankroll management, and sharp betting angles heading into the big game.

🎯 Whether you’re grinding poker tournaments or eyeing those Super Bowl prop bets, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and inside knowledge only seasoned pros can deliver.

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On this week’s episode of Gamble Up!, Adam and David 'ODB' Baker break down the latest NFL action and an in-depth look at Broncos vs. Bills, analyzing the media reaction, Bo Nix injury and Josh Allen. We dive into controversial coaching decisions, and how Bo Nix’s injury could impact the Broncos’ Super Bowl Odds. The discussion heats up with expert betting strategies, game predictions, and Listener Q&A—including insider takes on the World Series of Poker, player taxes, and how new gambling laws affect bettors. If you’re into NFL analysis, sports betting insights, and poker talk, this episode is packed with value.00:00 – Intro & Episode Overview01:51 – Broncos vs. Bills Game Highlights09:01 – Bo Nix vs. Josh Allen: QB Showdown14:52 – Refereeing Controversies and Game-Changing Calls20:37 – Coaching Shake-Up: Sean McDermott Fired23:38 – Bo Nix’s Injury: What It Means for the Broncos26:01 – The Legacy of Bo Nix27:35 – Seahawks Dominate the 49ers29:34 – Sam Darnold’s Redemption Story31:28 – CJ Stroud’s Midseason Struggles34:23 – Drake Maye’s Hidden Potential36:38 – Caleb Williams: The NFL’s Next Big Star42:44 – Winning Betting Strategies & Game Predictions57:50 – Smart Hedging Tips for Bettors01:00:37 – New College Football Programs on the Rise01:03:27 – Coaching Changes & Team Impact Breakdown01:06:35 – Ranking the Best NFL Coaching Opportunities01:08:31 – Listener Question: BBB Tax Law & Gambling01:12:41 – Can a Defensive Player Win MVP?01:15:45 – Rams Betting Insights & Strategy Analysis01:19:14 – Game Strategy & Coaching Decisions Recap

On Episode 17 of Gamble Up Pod:

00:00 Intro - We're Back!

02:13 Battling In The Poker Go Tour

09:04 Strategies in Fast Structures

14:29 Selling Shares on PokerStake

24:26 Event Highlights and Key Decisions

28:29 Looking Ahead: Future Plans in Poker

33:36 Transition to NFL Discussion

36:59 Survivor Contest Insights

43:33 Circa Survivor Contest Insights

55:29 NFL Playoff Analysis: Recent Games and Performances

59:21 Coaching Decisions and Game Strategies

01:09:16 Looking Ahead: Upcoming NFL Matchups and Predictions

01:20:02 Broncos Hopes and Predictions

01:20:58 49ers vs. Seahawks Analysis

01:24:25 Texans vs. Patriots Preview

01:26:45 Rams vs. Bears Discussion

01:28:11 Super Bowl Lines and Predictions

01:31:29 Coaching Changes in the NFL

01:36:35 Listener Questions and Insights

01:40:55 Power Rankings and Final Thoughts

In Episode 17 of “Gamble Up,” hosts Adam Schwartz and ODB (@AuDavidB) break down the latest action in the poker world, including the exciting wrap-up of the PokerGO Tour Last Chance Series. ODB shares behind-the-scenes insights from competing in high-stakes events—covering tournament strategy, bankroll management, and the changing landscape of professional poker. The hosts dig into the business side of the game with a look at sponsorships, PokerStake, and how players navigate the modern poker economy. It’s a deep dive into poker’s evolution, with plenty of humor, sharp takes, and practical advice for grinders and fans alike.

The conversation then shifts gears to the NFL playoff picture and the remarkable story of the Circa Survivor Contest, where five entries went a perfect 20–0 out of 18,000. Adam and ODB analyze what this means for future contests, touching on syndicate strategies, variance, and the mental grind of long-term betting. They also break down recent playoff matchups—like Packers vs. Bears and Bills vs. Jaguars—discussing quarterback performances, coaching calls, and key injuries shaping the postseason. Whether you’re here for poker insights or NFL betting talk, this episode delivers engaging discussion, expert analysis, and the trademark banter that makes Gamble Up a must-listen podcast for poker and sports betting fans.

Poker Room Drama + NFL Futures Talk! | Week 15 NFL Picks00:00 – Poker Room Chaos: The Dog Debate That’s Dividing Players! 🐶🔥15:31 – Inside High‑Stakes Poker: How the Game Is Changing Fast27:32 – Poker’s Future: Are Tournament Series Evolving or Declining?37:13 – The Secret Weapon Every Successful Player Uses — Consistency37:52 – Broncos vs Raiders Breakdown: Who Really Has the Edge? 🏈40:11 – Ref Drama! How Bad Calls Are Rocking NFL Bets43:22 – Week 14 Wagering Recap: Lessons, Losses & Big Wins 💰45:41 – Survivor Pools Explained: Game Theory Meets Grit53:35 – AFC Power Rankings & Playoff Chaos Incoming!01:00:51 – Can the Ravens Go All the Way? Super Bowl Odds Breakdown01:07:37 – Super Bowl Futures Deep Dive: Which Teams Still Have Hope?In this episode, Adam, David Baker, and Ross dive into one of the most talked‑about topics in the poker world — dogs in poker rooms. From service animals to comfort pets, the hosts share their honest takes on how this growing trend is affecting players, table dynamics, and the poker community as a whole. They also break down the latest high‑stakes poker action, discuss NFL betting controversies, and analyze Super Bowl futures for the league’s top contenders. It’s a mix of poker insights, football talk, and real‑world opinions that blend humor, logic, and experience from years inside the game.

This week on an NFL/Poker Packed Gamble Up!

- 00:00:00 – Intro: Poker Season Kickoff with Wynn vs WSOP Bahamas

- 00:09:00 – ODB Critiques High-Roller Bracelet Inflation and Event Pricing

- 00:18:00 – Analysis of a $2M Hustler Casino Live Hand: Cabral's Jack-6 Call

- 00:27:00 – Transition to NFL: ODB’s 6-0 ‘Man on Fire’ Betting Week

- 00:36:00 – Betting Strategies: Tiering Bets, Line Moves, and Peer-to-Peer Insights

- 00:45:00 – Survivor Week 13 Bloodbath: From 900 to 49 Entries Remaining

- 00:54:00 – Circa Million Update and Lessons on Expected Value in Survivor Strategy

- 01:01:00 – Week 14 PICKS, Ross' Tweet Of The Week

Adam, ODB, and Ross dive into a packed episode 15 of Gamble Up, breaking down the WSOP Paradise vs. Wynn winter series debate, high-roller bracelet inflation, and a wild $2M Hustler Casino Live hand featuring Alan Keating and Martin Cabral. They then shift to NFL betting, including ODB’s 6–0 “games I love” week, how he tiers his bets, reads line moves, and navigates Survivor and Circa Million carnage for sharper bankroll strategy.