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Prime Suspects episodes

July 02, 2024Ep. 36: Prime Suspects - July 2, 2024
Prime Suspects is back with Ep. 36, hosted by Matt Landes, and featuring Joe Brennan Jr. and Adam Bjorn.

In this one, the guys discuss:
Low limits across sportsbooks for the NBA draft market, and why Joe and Adam have divergent views on it
The unfolding saga of a lawsuit against Spanky, the role of beards, and where responsible gaming fits into the story
Examples of some sportsbooks applying odds changes automatically, and in what cases the guys think that is an acceptable practice

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35 min
June 25, 2024Ep. 35: Prime Suspects - June 25, 2024
Prime Suspects is back with Ep. 35, hosted by Matt Landes, and features Joe Brennan Jr. flying solo for this week's episode.

In this one, the guys discuss:
Prime Sports' learnings from the first full NBA and NHL seasons, and how those learnings will be applied going into the new seasons next fall
The difficulty of getting an edge as a professional sports bettor, and what it takes to be profitable long-term
Recent news that the Tipico brand will be leaving the US market, and what that might portend for other Tier 2 operators currently trying to carve out market share in the US

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You must be 21 or over to play on Prime Sports. Always bet responsibly and within your limits. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1 800 GAMBLER.
25 min
June 18, 2024Ep. 34: Prime Suspects - June 18, 2024
Prime Suspects is back with Ep. 34, hosted by Matt Landes, and featuring Joe Brennan Jr. and Adam Bjorn.

In this episode, the guys explore the new tax regime in Illinois as an overarching theme to discuss:
News that ESPN market share dropped below 5% in MD despite its established brand, and how Prime Sports is thinking about brand building as a newer entrant
Their reaction to Monday's news that the Supreme Court will not be hearing West Flagler and Associate’s legal challenge to the compact between the Seminole Tribe of Florida and the state
The launch of the American Bettors' Voice, and their assessment on future prospects of legislators and regulators properly accounting for the bettor's voice

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You must be 21 or over to play on Prime Sports. Always bet responsibly and within your limits. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1 800 GAMBLER.
23 min
June 14, 2024 Bonus Episode: Behind the Counter of Prime Sports [crossover episode with Props & Hops Podcast]
In this special bonus episode, Joe and Adam join host Matt Landes for an extended discussion on a recent episode of Matt's podcast, Props & Hops.

The guys have a wide-ranging conversation covering their legendary backgrounds in betting, the inside scoop on the historic PASPA repeal, and Prime Sports' unique value proposition to bettors.

They also discuss the US gambling industry's biggest threats and opportunities, the virtues of whiskey and local beer on draft, and the balance between creativity and productivity.

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You must be 21 or over to play on Prime Sports. Always bet responsibly and within your limits. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1 800 GAMBLER.
1 hr 19 min
June 11, 2024Ep. 33: Prime Suspects - June 11, 2024
Prime Suspects is back with Ep. 33, hosted by Matt Landes, and featuring Joe Brennan Jr. and Adam Bjorn.

In this episode, the guys explore the new tax regime in Illinois as an overarching theme to discuss:
The possibility of NJ (where Prime Sports operates) introducing a tiered tax rate similar to Illinois, and how they're thinking about potential impacts
Opposition to the new tax by Illinois operators within the Sports Betting Alliance, and the likelihood they make good on threats to leave the state
How new tax structures like the one in Illinois is likely to impact the end consumer, including likely changes to bonuses and inducements

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22 min
June 05, 2024Ep. 32: Prime Suspects - June 4, 2024
Prime Suspects is back with Ep. 32, hosted by Matt Landes, and featuring Joe Brennan Jr. and Adam Bjorn.

The guys discuss:
Kickoff of cricket's T20 World Cup, and what opportunities this presents for bettors at Prime Sports
Their takes on the Matt Buchalter v. Caesars case in Ontario, and what people should make of the regulator's ruling
Michigan sending a cease and desist letter to Bovada, and whether this could be a catalyst for other action against offshore operators

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You must be 21 or over to play on Prime Sports. Always bet responsibly and within your limits. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1 800 GAMBLER.
26 min
May 29, 2024Ep. 31: Prime Suspects - May 28, 2024
Prime Suspects is back with Ep. 31, hosted by Matt Landes, and featuring Joe Brennan Jr. and Adam Bjorn.

The guys discuss:
Why "the summer's just packed" with sporting events that other operators are not prioritizing
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission's efforts to peel back the curtain on books limiting bettors, and what they make of sportsbooks deciding not to participate
The current state of the tout industry, and what makes a pick service worth paying for

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You must be 21 or over to play on Prime Sports. Always bet responsibly and within your limits. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1 800 GAMBLER.
28 min
May 21, 2024Ep. 30: Prime Suspects - May 21, 2024
Prime Suspects is back with Ep. 30, hosted by Matt Landes, and featuring Joe Brennan Jr. and Adam Bjorn.

The guys discuss:
Releasing NFL Week 1 lines last week, and how those opening numbers get made at Prime Sports
The potential removal of unders from prop betting menus in response to the recent Jontay Porter scandal
April numbers coming out of NJ - which was Prime Sports' first full month in market - and what to expect on the road ahead

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30 min
May 14, 2024Ep. 29: Prime Suspects - May 14, 2024
Prime Suspects is back with Ep. 29, hosted by Matt Landes, and featuring Joe Brennan Jr. and Adam Bjorn.

The guys discuss:
Their travel reports from the last couple weeks, including Joe's trip to SBC Summit North America, and Adam's trip to the Kentucky Derby
The 'betting tools' ecosystem, how they view many of the most popular apps used by bettors, and the role they might play with Prime Sports
The pending opening of NFL regular season win totals, and what factors bettors should consider with them

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You must be 21 or over to play on Prime Sports. Always bet responsibly and within your limits. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1 800 GAMBLER.
33 min
May 08, 2024Ep. 28: Prime Suspects - May 8, 2024
Prime Suspects is back with Ep. 28, hosted by Matt Landes, and features a deep dive 1:1 discussion with Adam Bjorn.

In this episode, the guys discuss:
Stories from Adam's background as a bettor, including being run out of a country
The issue of fairness in the the bookmaker/bettor relationship, and nefarious tactics from both sides of the counter
Finding longterm value in betting markets as a bettor
How Adam approaches player profiling as part of the overall risk management function
Setting numbers, price discovery, and market efficiency
Much more!

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You must be 21 or over to play on Prime Sports. Always bet responsibly and within your limits. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1 800 GAMBLER.
34 min