American Miles: A Roadtrip Podcast

Vegas Player: Anthony Curtis Interview


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In this episode of American Miles, host Josh Colvin takes listeners on a journey through the world of professional gambling with legendary gambler Anthony Curtis (from the Las Vegas Advisor,) who shares insights on strategies, team dynamics, Las Vegas, and the realities of making a living through gambling. The podcast also explores the nostalgic charm of drive-in theaters, featuring an interview with Jen Spalding from the Motor-Vu Drive-In in Idaho Falls, discussing the appeal of drive-ins, what films are most popular, and whether people still try to sneak in. Josh also talks with trucker Andy Patterson, and at the end of the show there's a great song from Americana star Melissa Carper.


2:15 Trucker Andy

5:45 Playing the Ponies Story

12:05 The Journey of a Professional Gambler

24:10 The Art and Science of Gambling

32:30 Strategies for Success in Gambling

34:48 Big Wins and Losses in Gambling

39:10 The Evolution of Vegas and Its Culture

42:54 Navigating Vegas: Tips and Recommendations

45:05 Nostalgia and the Drive-In Movie Experience

49:37 The Appeal of Drive-Ins in Modern Times

52:15 Challenges and Growth of Drive-In Theaters

58:00 Programming and Movie Selection Strategies

1:05:40 Somewhere Between Texas and Tennessee

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