The Gambling Files

New and improved, and somehow worse! Welcome back. Jon is joined by a kinda guest host in the shape of James Bennett of Receptional, and they talk about... well, allsorts, including PR, marketing, Eminem's bestie Proof and James's bestie Bixente Lizarazu [0:00 - 53:42]. Then we have Paul Foster of Crucial Compliance - he's also CEO of the Gibraltar Betting & Gaming Association and in pole position to talk about the recent 'greylisting' of the peninsula. This is also where the difference between a good mic and a headset is illustrated, as this one was done with mic! [53:43 - 1:36:50]. Finally, you can enjoy the full instrumental of our new music - the gorgeous Bowlface en Provence by Mara Carlyle [1:36:51 - 1:41:09].

It's a beauty this week, brought to you in association with Sportingtech, who would probably get your bike back if it got stolen. We begin with Jon talking about the opening lines of books for no discerible reason [0:00 - 10:34], then the always-excellent Michelle Hembury joins Jon to discuss recent enforcement and progress in Germany's iGaming [10:35 - 42:01]. Julia Wilson then educates us about alcohol-free wine, how it's made and why it's a solid addition to your F&B offering [42:16 - 1:24:50]; finally the effervescent Sharon Singleton and Ros Wade join the fun from Asia Gaming Brief to discuss the recent events in Macau - you know, where everything got closed [1:24:51 - 1:45:48]. Oh, then we explain where you can find/follow us [1:45:49 - 1:46:38]. Enjoy!

It's a strange one this week... But it's also our first with a sponsor, yay! Welcome to Sportingtech.com and all the good shit they do. Jon is on his own for the intro so it's thankfully short, not unlike him [0:00 - 10:39], then Jake Benzaquin and Dean Sisun join the cahps to discuss Prophet Exchange [10:49 - 43:37]. Alan Davis stops by to explain what the hell Spotlight Sports' new report is about and to hear Jon tell a joke that's actually quite good [43:38 - 1:24:10]; finally we are joined by Lorraine Perrons of Gambling Recovery Therapy who explains to Jon about Rapid Transformational Therapy, and how it may seriously help treatment in the sector [1:24:11 - 2:28:24]. Finally we explain where you can find us [2:28:27 - 2:29:44].

A reasonably epic episode. Fintan and Jon kick off discussing Jon's sexercise moves (they're actually for mobility and leg strength) and more [0:00 - 19:37], then they're joined by the wonderful Sharon Singleton of Asia Gaming Brief fame, discussing recent bizarre events in Philippines, an update on Australia's long-running soap opera, and Macau's 'recovery' [19:38 - 56:09]. Then star VC bloke Lloyd Danzig pops in to talk all things VC and investing, with a dash of American Psycho in there [56:10 - 1:36:53] somehow… Finally we are blessed with the presence of our crypto expert David Bartram, discussing the whys of the crypto crash and how it has or has not affected crypto casinos, plus the fall of the mighty NFT and a possible NEW crypto that you should totally invest in [1:36:54 - 2:31:24]. Then Jon explains how you can follow the podcast. Well, it's more of a beg [2:31:25 - 2:32:25]. Enjoy!

This week we have Jon's book recommendations for Fintan - yes, really - and exciting news about sponsorship [0:00 - 31:51]; then they chaps are joined by the excellent Debra Nutton, a gaming exec who has long stints in the boardrooms of MGM and Wynn Resorts on her resumé. Debra talks about a stellar career and what she's learned [31:52 - 1:25:33]. Then Kim Lund emerges like the sun to warm our souls, discussing the space between gaming and gambling, game development, and his hopes for Aftermath Interactive's new game, Hands of Victory [1:25:34 - 2:19:47]. Finally Jon asks a small favour... [2:19:49 - 2:20:42]

We return for more shenanigans. Fintan and Jon discuss depilation and Spotify, among other things [0:00 - 19:56]; then the chaps are joined by Andrew Tottenham who discusses many things - the role of an outside consultant, which markets excite him globally, and much more [19:58 - 1:26:41]. Then Harry 'Clubber' Lang pops up for a return visit, talking muchos smack, and also branding - who's nailing it and who isn't [1:26:42 - 2:03:26]. Then there's some bits at the end about where to find us etc [2:03:27 - 2:04:08]. Enjoy the episode.

Another week, another episode of pure unexpurgated joy. The chaps talk some nonsense, and discuss the episode, first [0:00 - 19:54]. Then Fintan and Jon have a brainwave, which they unleash on the unfortunate but great Melanie Ellis, and decide to formulate Gaming Act Review Bingo; Mel discusses some of the things we are likely to see in the review, should it ever emerge, and some things that seem less likely now [19:55 - 53:08]. Then Jon is joined by the excellently named Chris Justice of Global Payments, and Carlton Saffa of Arkansas' Saracen Casino. They talk about the casino's new sports betting app, the market, and more [53:09 - 1:45:08]. Finally, Jon advises where you can follow, subscribe etc [1:45:09 - 1:45:57]. But WHO HAS BEEN WATCHING NETFLIX???

Another week, another video trail, and yet again Jon gets away with Fintan not realising they've started recording. This week, the Indiana Jones and Short Round of the gambling industry talk smack [0:00 - 15:31] then meet the legendary Kate Chambers to discuss ICE and her new project, The Gaming Boardroom [15:32 - 1:14:03]. Then Tom Waterhouse pops in to talk about his career and life as a 4th generation bookie, plus some tales of his amazing grandfather and their ties to Tonga [1:14:04 - 1:58:49]. Finally we meet Jed Corenthal of Phenix, who discusses streaming and in-play betting with Fintan while Jon is waylaid for the entirety of the actual interview [1:58:50 - 2:26:23] but luckily, his mic is off. Finally, you can learn where to follow and subscribe [2:26:24]. Do they all watch Cobra Kai? Listen to find out! Enjoy the episode!

It's another winner. And this one has a video trailer! Fintan and Jon talk trash to start, including Fintan's next challenge, the destruction of the traditional news network, and some other stuff [0:00 - 38:18]. Then Simon Thomas joins the podcast, The Don at The Hippodrome Casino. Simon discusses the upcoming Gambling Act review in the UK, and talks about the first 10 years of the Hippodrome's life, and drops the odd name here and there. Prince, for example [38:19 - 1:36:10]. Finally, we are outclassed and outwitted by Eilers and Krejcik's Alun Bowden who explains the real deal with gambling black markets and why they're often used as political weapons [1:36:11 - 2:23:13]. Finally, how and where you can find us [2:23:14 - 2:24:12]. Enjoy!

Ohhhh this is a good episode. Fintan and Jon talk about, you know, what's in the episode first [0:00 - 11:35], followed by the great Tom Nieman explaining what's going on with Chicago and its planned casino, and why the nay-sayers are circling [11:36 - 46:27]. Then we're joined by the excellent Alberto Alfieri of Jada Gaming and Paul Crisp of Symplify to explain why their AI-driven hyper-individualisation software is great for customer service - and 50% of these guests watch Cobra Kai - plus a new movement is formed [46:28 - 1:32:14]. Finally, we are graced with the company of Asia Gaming Brief's Sharon Singleton and Ros Wade to talk us through expectations in the Philippines post-election, the new president's urban myth, and more Macau Madness [1:32:15 - 2:08:31]. Finally, the subs stuff [2:08:32 - 2:09:05]. Enjoy a packed episode.