Rambling and Gambling

The dynamic duo of The Ringer's Raheem Palmer and The Action Network's Brandon Anderson is back!! First, the guys preview NFL week 6, including BUF/KC, DAL/PHI, best bets, cash or trash and more. Then, Raheem and Brandon stick around for “NBA Future-palooza,” including the one Steph Curry bet that Brandon promises is “basically free money.”

The Washington Post's Neil Greenberg is back. The guys vent about the Commanders, talk best bets for week 5, and Josh launches into his latest installment of Cash or Trash. The episode also tackles whether or not Cooper Rush is good, when/if the Eagles will lose, which middling teams still have a shot at the playoffs, and why the Rams won't see any postseason action at all.

First up on this week's pod, legendary gambler Rufus Peabody of Unabated.com talks best bets for NFL week 4, early season parity, taking $170K from a bank vault to a betting window, Cash or Trash, and more. Then Josh is joined by Sporttrade Founder and CEO Alex Kane, who explains what a sports betting exchange is and why Sporttrade is kind of like Robinhood but for sports, not stocks.

First up, Kevin Cole of Pro Football Focus is back to talk NFL week 3 including best bets, washed QB's, cash or trash, 49ers outlook with Jimmy G, first coach fired, Jalen Hurts for MVP and a rookie WR check-in. Then, Dr. Terrill Julien stops by to give his take on high-profile NFL injuries, including Herbert's ribs, Dak's thumb and Trey Lance's ankle.

First up, Andy Molitor of Betsperts joins Josh to break down week 2 NFL, including his best bets and the latest installment Cash or Trash (2:03). Then, The Athletic's Ben Standig hops on the pod to talk all things Commanders (27:43). And finally, Mark Burns of Morning Consult makes his first appearance on the pod to chat about the big business of fantasy football.

Two expert handicappers hop on R&G to preview week 1 of the NFL season. Raheem Palmer of The Ringer and Brandon Anderson of The Action Network join Josh to give out their best bets of the week, Cash or Trash is back, futures you still have time to bet, the Donovan Mitchell trade, and Jake Paul/Anderson Silva.

University of Maryland great Walt Williams joins the pod to talk about his “welcome to the NBA moment” featuring Michael Jordan, his time at the University of Maryland, his 11-year NBA career, all-star teammates, Gary Williams, and more. Then, hear a bunch of NFL experts give their against-the-grain predictions for this upcoming season.

For the second year in a row, Aaron Schatz of Football Outsiders is back to preview the 2022 NFL season. This episode includes Aaron's favorite future bets, undervalued fantasy guys and more.

First up, The Athletic's Mike Sando joins Josh to talk about the NFL QB Betrayal Index, his training camp tour and surprise teams that could win the Super Bowl. Then, fan-favorite David Purdum of ESPN is back to explain why player props are expected to overtake point spreads as the most popular way to bet on the NFL.

Santana Moss on Commanders training camp (1:02); Dr. Terrill Julien on the severity of several big NFL injuries (19:30); Ryan Butler on why sportsbooks are so interested in online casinos (32:19). 

NFL (preseason) football is back!! First, Sam Monson joins Josh to talk about Pro Football Focus's ranking of the top 50 players in the league and why the top two aren't QB's. Then The Action Network's Chris Raybon hops on to share tips for betting preseason football, as well as fantasy sleepers.

Defensive End Yannick Ngakoue joins Josh from Colts training camp to talk about what it's like being on his fifth team in seven seasons, playing in the “Leo” spot, the best trash talker he's ever played against, challenging Jonathan Taylor to a dance-off, and more. Then, Stat Guy Greg of The Ringer's Cheap Heat pod hops on to chat about Vince McMahon's retirement and SummerSlam odds.

It's Episode 50 of the R&G pod!! Our first-ever guest Captain Jack Andrews of Unabated.com is back to talk about how the betting industry is changing, where it's headed and advice for recreational bettors as we head into football season. Then, Mo Dakhil of The Athletic and Bleacher Report joins Josh to talk a little NBA – Russ, KD, Beal, working for Coach Pop, being in Vegas for Summer League and a whole lot more.

Part 2 of this week's R&G is jam-packed!The Ringer's Raheem Palmer joins Josh to talk NBA summer league/free agency/trades/futures, NFL futures, Jake Paul's next fight and to explain why sportsbooks are already offering odds on the 2024 presidential election. Also, new installments of “Rahstradamus Returns” and “Cash or Trash?” 

In part 1 of this week's episode, Rick Gehman of RickRunGood.com joins Josh to talk Open Championship betting, including breakdowns of Rory, Spieth, Rahm and a plucky underdog named Tiger. 

12 year NBA vet Tracy Murray joins Josh to talk about what this time of year is like for NBA players, his 50-point game for the Wiz, playing pickup with MJ while "Space Jam" was being shot and hanging with WWE superstars, including The Undertaker and Yokozuna.

It's a three-interview episode of R&G! First up, Eric Eager of Pro Football Focus joins Josh to explain why he thinks the Commanders are going to be good this season, as well as some other NFL odds and ends. Then VSiN's Ben Fawkes hops on to break down why betting markets swung so wildly before the NBA Draft. And finally, Fred Segal of Freezing Cold Takes is back to give his three all-time favorite NBA free agency freezing cold takes.

First up, Action Network's Brandon Anderson joins Josh to talk NBA Draft. Includes best bets, Jabari vs Chet vs Paolo, and a juicy 55-1 longshot. Then ESPN's David Purdum is back to talk early NFL betting and why bettors seem to really like … the Jets!?

First up, Geoff Fienberg of Mayo Media Network hops on the pod to talk U.S Open Betting and the PGA vs LIV saga. Then, The Athletic's Ben Standig joins Josh to chat about the latest Commanders controversy, what it's like covering a team with so many off-field issues and the team's over/under for season wins.

First up, The Ringer's Raheem Palmer is back to talk NBA Finals and Twitter beefing with Kevin Durant. Then Bill Speros of Bookies.com hops on to chat Belmont Stakes betting and LIV Golf.

First up, James Alberino of Spread Investor joins Josh to talk NBA Finals. Then, Unabated's Rufus Peabody is back to tackle when bettors should hedge – and when they shouldn't.

Former Packers VP Andrew Brandt on Dan Snyder, NIL, Brady, Rodgers, MJ, and an unbelievable story about representing Ricky Williams … and almost going to work for Master P.

First up, the Ringer's Joe House is back to talk PGA Championship betting, Phil Mickelson, and a little NBA. Then, ESPN's David Purdum hops on the pod to talk about why bookmakers fear “an unavoidable black swan event.” And finally, Ricky Cobb joins Josh to talk about his incredibly popular Twitter feed called Super 70s Sports.

First, Josh is joined by R&G fan-favorite Raheem Palmer to talk NBA playoffs and Canelo's big loss. Then, Circa Sports' Matt Metcalf hops on to explain why sharp gamblers love his sportsbook. And finally, Bill Speros of Bookies.com and the Boston Herald breaks down how many miles each NFL team will have to travel this upcoming season.

First, Santana Moss joins Josh to talk about all of the WR movement this offseason and his experience at the 2022 NFL Draft. Then, the Washington Post's Neil Greenberg comes on to talk Kentucky Derby gambling and play a game of “Derby Winner or Professional Wrestler?” And finally, Fred Segal joins to chat about his insanely popular Twitter feed, “Freezing Cold Takes.”

The Athletic's Sheil Kapadia joins Josh to talk best bets for the upcoming NFL Draft. Includes plus-money bets on 1st QB off the board and #1 overall pick. Also, another rendition of Cash or Trash, and the team that's not currently being talked about as a favorite to win next year's Super Bowl but should be.

First, Josh is joined by the American Gaming Association's Chris Cylke to talk about the AGA's efforts to get the DOJ to crack down on illegal gambling. Then, Josh Inglis of Covers hops on to talk USFL gambling and play a new game: “USFL player or sitting member of Congress?”

Fan favorite Raheem Palmer of the Action Network is back to talk all things NBA playoffs. This week's episode includes “Rahstradamus Returns,” different strategies for betting the playoffs, Cash or Trash, plus the newest installment of “Storytime with Raheem.”

It's a jam-packed episode of R&G! First, PFF's Kevin Cole joins Josh to talk about which NFL teams have improved the most this offseason. Then Golf Analyst Cam Rogers hops on to talk Masters Gambling. And finally, Politico's Jeremy B. White explains why California is the ‘holy grail' of sports betting. 

First up, Maryland Lottery and Gaming Director John Martin explains what it's like to set up a statewide gambling operation. Then Josh is joined by Stat Guy Greg of the Cheap Heat podcast to talk odds for WrestleMania 38.

The Power Rank's Ed Feng is back to talk “Sweet 16 Superlatives” and the NFL's QB carousel. Then, Fox 5 DC's Kevin McCarthy joins the show to cover Academy Awards gambling and his friendship with The Rock.

Thomas Casale of NBC Sports EDGE joins Josh to break down everything you need to know about the NCAA Tourney. Includes Final 4 picks, Round 1 best bets, tourney strategy, and what to expect from the top NBA prospects in the field.

R&G fan favorite Raheem Palmer of The Action Network is back! Episode includes Calvin Ridley, 6 NBA futures Raheem is betting, Wilson/Rodgers, NBA's best rapper, and more. Also, the newest installment of “Storytime w/ Raheem.”

The Ringer's Joe House hops on the R&G pod to talk about his background, Wiz/Bullets Mt. Rushmore, the best ways to bet golf, and that time he ended up in the middle of a picture with President Obama and Bill Simmons. Also includes Josh's story about watching a Wiz game (and getting ice cream) with Andray Blatche. 

Dave Sharapan of the Cash Considerations Show joins Josh to explain what it's like being an oddsmaker, both off-shore and in Vegas. Includes how lines are set, the most popular prop bet of the year, and what it's like taking big bets from Floyd Mayweather and Larry King. 

FS1's Ric Bucher hops on the R&G pod to talk big-picture NBA at the All-Star break. Also covered: Ric's relationship with Kobe Bryant, why Joel Embiid will not win the MVP, and that time Ric had dinner with Tony Parker and Eva Longoria in China. 

Everything you need to know for the big game. NFL handicapper Fabian Sommer breaks down the matchup, Yahoo Sportsbook's Ariel Epstein gives her five favorite SB props, and PlayVirginia's Dann Stupp breaks down how how much money will be wagered this weekend. 

First, The Ringer's Bryan Curtis joins Josh to talk about the always-interesting world of gambling media. Then friend of the pod TA is back with a mini-preview of the Super Bowl and advice for casual gamblers. 

Professional sports bettor Bill Krackomberger joins the pod to talk about his incredible career, what it was like starring in Showtime's “Action,” this weekend's conference championship games, and advice for casual gamblers. 

Aaron Schatz of Football Outsiders rejoins the pod to talk best bets, the top five most likely teams to win it all, and the guys revisit Aaron's season preview episode from back in August. 

The playoffs have arrived! Josh is joined by Kevin Cole of Pro Football Focus, and the guys preview every game of Super Wild Card Weekend. Kevin also gives his best bet + Josh explains why he recorded this episode in beautiful Bemidji, MN. 

Matt Perrault of The Bostonian Vs. The Book and Props.com joins Josh with his best bets for the last week of the NFL regular season, a 12-to-1 Super Bowl value play he'd bet right now, and some fantastic advice for casual gamblers. 

It's a jam packed final episode of 2021! First, Professor Edward Egros joins Josh to give his best bets for NFL week 17. Then ESPN's David Purdum stops by to chat about 21 wild wagers from 2021. 

The Action Network's Raheem Palmer is back!! The guys preview Xmas Day NBA, Raheem gives out his best bets for NFL week 16, and Josh goes for four straight wins in Long Shot or Lock. Also, Josh makes Raheem tell another story from his time as a DJ. This one revolves around why you should never try to fight an NFL player in a club. 

Josh is joined by legendary pro gambler Rufus Peabody of the Bet the Process podcast and Unabated.com. The guys talk week 15 best bets, “spiritual introspection,” and how Rufus's life has been like a 16-leg parlay. 

The only two-time winner of the Westgate SuperContest, Steve Fezzik, joins Josh for a chat covering week 14 picks, betting syndicates, gambling in disguise, Andre the Giant, a two minute explainer on how to count cards, and a whole lot more. 

The Washington Post's Neil Greenberg stops by to explain how he ended up on the sports analytics beat, his best bets for week 13, his feelings on Max Scherzer to the Mets, and why you may want to take the Washington Football Team to win the NFC East (!). Also, Neil tells Josh why he'd rather be called a geek than a nerd. 

It's the Rambling and Gambling pod's first-ever guest with a Stanford PhD!! Ed Feng of The Power Rank joins Josh to talk best bets for NFL week 12, why he left academia for gambling, a little college football, and Ed throws out a few book recommendations too. 

Preston Johnson of BetsTV joins Josh to talk NFL bets, why Preston left ESPN, an interesting Dame Lillard rumor, and a whole lot more. Also, we may finally have a new name for Josh's Juice!! 

Andy Molitor of The Deep Dive Podcast joins Josh to preview NFL week 10 and a whole lot more. Includes best bets, another crowd pleasing 2-team teaser, a little college basketball talk, and the guys recount Andy's very brief history as a would-be competitive eater. 

NFL handicapper Fabian Sommer joins Josh to talk all things week 9. Includes best bets, a crowd pleasing 2-team teaser in Josh's Juice, and a great story about how the tv show King of Queens inspired a teenage Fabian to start watching the NFL in his native Germany.