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Dave Sharapan is The Book. Matt Perrault is The Bostonian. Together, they make up one of the most unique sports gambling shows on the internet. Props.com presents this daily dive into lines, stories, picks, and more. Subscribe today so you never miss an episode!

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    The Bostonian Vs. The Book podcast is an absolute delight to listen to. As a sports fan, I eagerly await my daily commute home just so I can tune in and hear Dave and Matt's perspectives on all things sports from a better and bookmaker's point of view. These two have incredible chemistry and their discussions are always engaging and insightful.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the unique perspective it offers. It's not often that you get to hear about sports from the viewpoint of someone who knows the ins and outs of betting and bookmaking. Dave brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, while Matt adds his own expertise and insights from his time on the Daily Juice podcast. Together, they provide valuable analysis on games, teams, and players that you won't find anywhere else.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its entertainment value. Dave and Matt are not only informative but also entertaining hosts. They have a great sense of humor and their banter keeps the show light-hearted and enjoyable throughout. Whether they're discussing game predictions or sharing personal anecdotes, their energy and enthusiasm shine through in every episode.

    While it's hard to find any negative aspects about The Bostonian Vs. The Book podcast, one slight drawback could be its focus solely on sports betting. While this may not be a problem for avid bettors or fans looking for an alternative perspective, those who are more interested in pure sports analysis might feel that some episodes lack a broader discussion on the games themselves or other related topics.

    In conclusion, if you're a sports fan looking for fresh insights into the world of betting and bookmaking, The Bostonian Vs. The Book podcast is a must-listen. Dave S. and Matt deliver highly informative content with a fun twist, making each episode an enjoyable experience. Their chemistry is undeniable, their knowledge is unmatched, and their passion for what they do shines through in every word spoken. Give this duo a follow and subscribe, you won't be disappointed!



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    RD 2 of The Masters and MLB teams in trouble early 4.10.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 80:53


    It's the second round of The Masters and Matt has some stats you need to know about who will win the green jacket. Plus, the NBA Playoffs are nearly set and Matt looks at MLB teams that are already in trouble. 

    Masters RD 1 and NBA Eastern Conference playoffs 4.9.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 72:57


    The Masters has begun and Matt has a lot to say about the field and Rory McIlroy's attempt to go B2B. Then Matt will look at the Eastern Conference playoff picture in the NBA 

    Masters Preview with Adam Bjorn and NBA playoff markets 4.8.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 77:45


    Matt is back to continue the talk about the Atlantic article on sports betting and then Adam Bjorn joins to preview the betting on The Masters. Plus, a look at the NBA Western Conference betting markets. 

    Michigan wins it all and Masters Preview 4.7.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 78:36


    Michigan won their first national title since 1989 last night. Matt is back to recap it and then Pat Fitzmaurince from BettingPros joins to talk about The Masters. Matt jumps down the Rabbet Hole to tell what you need to know before you bet The Masters 

    National Title Game Preview UConn vs Michigan 4.6.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 76:40


    It's the national title tonight between UConn and Michigan. Matt has you covered with all the betting angles and Jim Root from Basket Under Review joins as well. 

    No. 1 Prospect in baseball called up, Final 4 betting 4.3.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 77:19


    It's the day before Matt's birthday and Matt has a ton of things to talk about. The Pirates are calling up the No. 1 prospect in baseball today. The Final 4 is tomorrow and Matt has a lot to say about birthdays. 

    Cousins is a Raider, Adam Bjorn and Jesse Merrick joins 4.2.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 76:59


    Full show on Tuesday as Matt talks about the news that Kirk Cousins is the new Raiders QB. Jesse Merrick of The Silver and Black Sports Network joins to talk about it. First, Adam Bjorn joins to talk about the betting on the Final 4. 

    Debut of PTO and Coach Greg McDermott joins 3.30.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 101:50


    Matt debuts the new show name and then recaps the weekend. HC of Creighton basketball Greg McDermott is the first ever guest of the new show 

    Final Roll Call Friday and the end of the BvB name 3.27.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 105:01


    It's been an amazing ride but come Monday, this show will now be known at Pushing The Odds with Matt Perrault. 

    MLB Opening Day and Sweet 16 Picks 3.26.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 74:35


    Big show! Happy Opening Day! Matt has future bets for the MLB season plus plays on tonight's 4 Sweet 16 games 

    NBA Expansion to Vegas, Sweet 16 betting trends 3.24.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 76:21


    NBA is expected to award Vegas and Seattle teams today. Matt then jumps down the Rabbet Hole for your Sweet 16 betting trends and then Daniel from Regen joins the show 

    The NCAA Tournament is boring this year 3.23.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 88:10


    Favorites winning and covering all over the place. Matt doesn't like it at all. Plus, a look back at the career of Greg McDermott at Creighton who is retiring after 16 years in Omaha. 

    Day 2 of the Dance. Games to bet today 3.20.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 72:00


    16 games yesterday. 16 games today. Matt Perrault has all the hoops betting action for you today 

    NCAA Tournament Day 1 and Adam Bjorn 3.19.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 69:08


    Big basketball show today! Matt is joined by Adam Bjorn from BetCris to talk about the action behind the counter for the NCAA Tournament. 

    Rebrand Announcement, Coach JY and Tourney Bets! 3.18.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 83:53


    Big Show as Matt explains why Pushing The Odds is coming back. Then JY joins to talk about his new podcast and a ton on the NCAA Tournament 

    Is Miami of Ohio in or out of the dance? 3.13.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 66:20


    Guest today is Adam Bjorn of BetCris AZ as Matt looks at everything happening in college basketball 

    Conf Tournaments and Bos vs OKC 3.12.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 66:59


    We have a new NCAA Tournament Contest to talk about plus OKC hosts Boston tonight and huge news in the college basketball ranks 

    NFL Free Agency Roundtable 3.11.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 69:47


    Matt is joined by Fitzy of WEEI in Boston and Emerson Lotzia of DK Sportsbook to talk NFL Free Agency and more. Plus a look at the Maxx Crosby trade market. 

    How to bet CBB tonight and Coach James Young 3.10.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 76:34


    Coach James Young joins to talk college and NBA hoops and Matt tells you what games he is betting tonight for CBB 

    How to bet Den at OKC and NFL free agency 3.9.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 72:34


    Matt is back to recap the entire weekend and then preview Denver at Oklahoma City. Plus, NFL free agency has begun. 

    How to bet Tatum's Return and Team USA in action 3.6.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 62:07


    The Boston Celtics will get Jayson Tatum back tonight against Dallas and Matt has a way you can bet it. Plus, BetMGM has a house rule you should know before you bet the WBC 

    WBC Betting, Future of College Sports and the return of Tatum 3.5.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 75:47


    Matt is joined by Adam Bjorn of BetCris Arizona to look at all the action behind the counter including the WBC and UFC 326 this weekend. Later in the show, Jayson Tatum is back for Boston. 

    Betting on Conf Tourneys and 30-0 Miami of Ohio 3.4.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 71:54


    Matt is back to talk about why he likes betting on conference tournaments over the Big Dance. Then a look at 30-0 Miami of Ohio and what you can do with them come the Tourney 

    Magic City Night and CBB Tourneys 3.3.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 74:48


    The Hawks are hosting a Magic City night on March 16th. Is that really going to happen? Plus, Matt takes a look at the way small conferences are guaranteeing their top teams make the big dance 

    Matt's Top 5 Favs from the Weekend and CBB 3.2.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 76:08


    Matt is back to recap the weekend and talk college basketball. Who should you be watching in the dance to make an unexpected run? 

    Michigan vs. Illinois and other plays for Friday 2.27.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 80:04


    Matt is back to breakdown Illinois vs. Michigan tonight in the Big 10 and look at the NBA games this weekend. Also, do you believe in the 40-20 rule in the NBA for this year? 

    Best teams in College Hoops and Adam Bjorn joins 2.26.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 71:47


    Who should you bet on to win the National Title in College Hoops? Matt Perrault talks about that plus Adam Bjorn joins to talk about everything happening behind the counter 

    Vacation is over. DBro joins to talk Combine 2.25.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 69:13


    Matt Perrault is back from vacation and ready to go. Matt is joined by DBro from Fantasy Pros/Betting Pros to talk NFL Combine 

    Are Sportsbooks telling the NBA what to do? 2.19.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 77:14


    Are the sports books telling the NBA how to handle tanking? Matt Perrault is back with another episode of BvB presented by BetCris Arizona. Adam Bjorn joins the show 

    MMA Surprise Fight and John Kincaid joins 2.18.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 83:55


    Rousey vs. Carano shocked the MMA world last night. Matt opens the show with it and then talk everything Philly with John Kincaid of 97.5 The Fanatic in Philly. 

    MLB Spring Training Storylines and CFTC Chair goes on Offense 2.17.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 81:13


    There is a ton to talk about today on BvB. Matt looks at his Top 5 storylines for MLB Spring Training and then makes bets on tonight's big college basketball games. Plus, the CFTC Chair goes on offense against states trying to stop Prediction Markets. 

    Recap of the Wkend and President Day Thoughts 2.16.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 82:44


    Matt is back to recap 3 major events from this weekend and a closing monologue about President's Day 

    Valentine's Day is Men's fault and Daytona 500 preview 2.13.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 75:41


    Matt's annual blasting of V-Day happened with a twist and the Daytona 500 on Sunday could be a wreck-fest according a major driver 

    Pats disrespect is crazy and Adam Bjorn joins 2.12.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 73:09


    It's another round of group think that everyone believes the Patriots are going to suck. Plus, Adam Bjorn joins to wrap the Super Bowl and more 

    Super Bowl TV and Cardi B controversy 2.11.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 76:48


    Do you know how slow your TV is when it comes to live betting? It might be shocking. Then prediction market controversy over the halftime show 

    DBro Joins to talk NFL football 2.10.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 88:01


    DBro from Fantasy Pros and Betting Pros joins the program with Matt to talk the 2026 season and beyond. Plus, a look at the college basketball games for tonight 

    Post SB, Seattle wins their 2nd title 2.9.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 77:01


    Matt is back after SB 60 to recap the dominate performance by the Seahawks. Fitzy from WEEI in Boston joins to tell the Brigade what went wrong for the Pats 

    Super Bowl Media Row Day 2 presented by Kutt 2.6.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 131:02


    Matt is back in San Fran for another full show of great guests 

    SB 60 Media Row Thursday presented by BetCrisAZ 2.5.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 186:26


    WHAT A SHOT! Adam Bjorn joins to make a big announcement and he co-hosts the entire show as Matt is joined by so many big name guest live from Media Row of SB 60 

    Robert Kraft HOF snubbed, SB preview 2.3.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 71:41


    Not only was Bill Belichick snubbed for the HOF, now Pats owner Robert Kraft was as well. Matt has a lot to say about that plus a breakdown of Super Bowl rematches 

    Super Bowl week begins 2.2.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 77:24


    Happy Groundhog's Day. Host Matt Perrault is back to recap the weekend and start the talk for the Super Bowl 

    New Orleans Show for Friday 1.30.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 85:07


    Matt is back with another mix of new and old content from New Orleans 

    Best of BvB plus UFC 325 1.29.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 62:07


    With Matt in New Orleans, here are some of our favorite moments and we go down the Rabbet Hole for UFC 325 

    Belichick is not a 1st ballot HOFER!?? 1.28.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 62:06


    Bill Belichick is not a 1st ballot HOFer?! Matt has a lot to say about that plus a Best Of rewind 

    BetCris AZ Tuesday on SB 60 1.27.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 84:33


    Matt is back to talk about the Super Bowl matchup and how unlikely this game is. Then Adam Bjorn joins from BetCris AZ to tell us where the early money is going for the big game. 

    The Super Bowl is set. Pats/Seahawks win 1.26.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 81:17


    We know who will be in the big game in 2 weeks and the country is MAD about it. The Patriots are in their 12th Super Bowl and Matt is back to recap all the hate. 

    BetCris AZ Friday, Conf Title Game + UFC 324 1.23.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 74:41


    It's a massive BetCris AZ Friday episode of BvB! Adam Bjorn joins the show to talk the weekend betting then Fitzy from WEEI joins to talk about the AFC Title game 

    NFL Exactas and Jeff Sherman Joins 1.22.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 79:48


    The NFC and AFC Title games are on Sunday and Matt has a unique way you can bet them. Then, Jeff Sherman of the SuperBook Las Vegas joins to talk football, fighting and more 

    UFC 324 preview and CFB Transfer Portal Issues 1.21.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 80:51


    Duke has a big issue with their QB jumping ship to Miami. Matt starts the show w that story and then Brendan Fitzgerald of the UFC joins to preview UFC 324 on Saturday night 

    Indiana Wins It All and NFL Champ preview 1.20.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 74:25


    The Hoosiers won their first national title last night against Miami. Matt is back to recap it all and to take dive down the Rabbet Hole about the NFL Championship Games 

    NFL Div Gms recap and Rabbet App Debut 1.19.26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 78:06


    What a wild 4 games we had over the weekend in the NFL. Matt is back to recap them all. Then Mark from Rabbet App joins to debut their partnership and finally a Miami vs. Indiana national title preview 

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