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Podcast about gambling - whether it is about the sports bets I make for my job or the gambles we all take in our everyday  lives.Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/goldenpants013Join our FREE discord server: https://discord.gg/goldenpantsWeekly Newsletter: https://newsletter.goldenpants.com/

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    How to Start Modeling Sports & Are OddsJam Customers -EV? | Ep 105

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 127:10


    Feeling overwhelmed when considering the jump from +EV betting to building your own model?We don't blame you. The little content there is out there on how to get started makes it sound impossible. But the reality is, in the beginning, it's rather straightforward.In this episode, the boys help you get started with your first sports betting model before getting into the news and Q&A0:00 Intro2:30 How to Build Sports Models55:51 News1:15:30 Q&AWelcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    DFS School for Sports Bettors & Every Winning Bettor is a Cheater? | Ep 104

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 111:51


    GP slowly realizes he's a DFS fish as he recaps his high stakes PGA Championship lineup building strategy to SP. SP breaks down what a winning sports bettor needs to do to win in DFS (and vice-versa)SP then weighs in on Underdog allowing RTA following GP's rant last episode and the boys discuss why the state of Wyoming determined anyone who wins betting is a cheater.Questions range from how did the hosts learn to model to if SPs DraftKings VIP vacation is real?0:00 How to Win at DFS41:50 Underdog/ ETR RTA 2.01:00:27 Wyoming says you're a cheater1:08:27 Q&A1:11:15 Big liquidity on exchanges means...?1:22:00 How did we learn how to model sports?1:39:54 Is market efficiency inevitable?Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    GP Origin Story, Underdog Allows RTA & Why No Sponsors | Ep 103

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 106:06


    GP flies solo this week and takes the opportunity to ramble on about his journey from mediocre poker player to pretty good sports bettor. (This includes a quick double-up on the signing bonus he got in business school)The news is dominated by the Real Time Assistance tool ETR released for Underdog best ball drafts. If you think that's the story - you're wrong. Because Underdog comes out and says they ALLOW this type of RTA in a move that blows the mind of anyone who's ever played online poker.Q&A then goes into why GP doesn't plug GP Picks+ on the pod and some other odds and ends.Remember - all things related to the podcast stem from the free discord at goldenpants.com0:00 GP Origin Story31:40 Key moments & lifestyle changes that lead to success42:05 Underdog allows ETR's real-time assistance tool1:04:00 Penn boardroom drama1:09:00 What do you say you do for a living?1:12:05 Why do you not plug GP Picks+?1:26:40 How to find balance without set hoursWelcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Day in the Life of a Pro Degen & Making $50k a Year Without Scaling | Ep 102

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 124:23


    This episode has it all. GP's childish morning routine, what music you should listen to while modeling, and some hot takes based on a cursory glance at the news.The Q&A is dominated by a great question at the end regarding how achievable year-over-year profits are by someone who never models or scales a betting group.Remember to join the discord (link below) if you want your question on a future episode. The discord is free and we answer almost every question - so hop and it participate in the show!0:00 Day/ Week in Life of a Pro/Semi-Pro Bettor39:39 AI beats Sean Perry, are we doomed?48:07 Sweeps & prediction market update1:09:00 Mass gaming wants to void Russia1:18:35 Biggest leak of good bettors?1:31:15 How to calc a middle?1:37:37 Will Fliff pay & bet more to increase limits?1:45:00 Can you make long-term money w/o model or betting group?Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Account Longevity Band-Aids & Long-Term Solutions + McPeek's McPicks | Ep 101

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 129:15


    "How can I make my accounts last longer?"This is the question de jour - and in this episode, we discuss both answers to this question AND if this is even the right question to be asking...We also spend a lot of time discussing Caesers stiffing Josk McPeek $800k. This leads to interesting discussions on "when is a bet a bet", kiosk jamming, slow cashouts, and more.Then some great Q&A that tries to get us to stir the pot. Did we take the bait?0:00 Intro3:18 Account Limits & Increasing Longevity35:15 Caesars $800k Stiff 1:12:30 Kalshi Taking State Gaming Scalps1:16:50 Why did Sanders fall in the draft?1:21:35 What is a good partnership split?1:27:23 Is GP coming back to Twitter?1:31:50 Outlook on betting & surprises looking back1:50:42 Overrated and underrated sports bettorsWelcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    100th Episode Special! Sports Betting Content Breakdown & Mega Q&A | Ep 100

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 133:34


    Very special 100th episode where GP and SP reflect on the current sports betting ecosystem, the goal of the podcast and the best way to incorporate sports betting content into your process.News includes a game-changing CFTC chair nomination, debate over a void at ProphetX, and the SAFE act keeps marching us towards our eventual doom.To cap it off - the longest Q&A in podcast history. We took all the questions this week in honor of the 100th episode. If you want to join the discord and ask questions next week - join for free at goldenpants.com 0:00 Intro2:33 Lessons from GPs content evolution17:40 How to best consume gambling content39:11 News1:03:05 Longest listener Q&A of all-timeWelcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Heated Backtesting Debate & Gambling GOAT Wins $60M in Texas Lotto | Ep 99

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 114:32


    0:00 Intro1:20 Backtesting - All you need to know40:08 News1:09:00 Listener Q&AWelcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Betting Big Events feat. The Masters & Why SGPs are an RG Solution? | Ep 98

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 108:22


    0:00 Intro3:00 Betting Big Events56:38 News1:20:32 Listener Q&A1:44:10 Masters Locks (after the Masters started)Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Edge Graveyard #1 w/ MetroPassMike + Squeezing Every Penny Out of an Account | Ep 97

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 134:30


    Today we have a very special episode. The first "edge graveyard" where we bring on a guest, talk about their betting strategies - and most importantly all share some of our favorite dead edges.Today's guest is Mike, aka @MetroPassMike on Twitter. He's a very sharp bettor who was able to squeeze a quarter million dollars out of his PERSONAL LIMITED REC ACCOUNTS in 2024. Crazy stuff - tune in!0:00 Intro2:40 Who really IS MetroPassMike?9:40 Leaking edges - is it good, and what constitutes a "leaked edge"?17:00 How does Mike organize his betting w/ his job?22:10 How to poke around sportsbooks like a pro33:00 THE EDGE GRAVEYARD1:02:30 Getting max value from a betting account1:10:45 How to find others to work with in betting1:18:38 Mike's hot take on sweeps + prediction markets1:27:25 Listener Q&AWelcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    How to Be Confident in an Edge & GP Outs Guy Who Stole $50k From Him | Ep 96

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 132:56


    0:00 Intro1:30 How to Determine Confidence in Edges38:12 Robinhood under fire & sweeps updates55:36 Florida regulator "hit & runs" Prizepicks & Underdog1:06:48 What to do when exchanges show huge liquidity?1:16:41 Should there be minimum bet requirements? (No)1:26:30 Making life easier for P2s1:40:10 What to do when you get stiffed?1:52:45 How to increase your skills through learning/ networking?Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Don't Bet at Exchanges Like You do at DraftKings & Future of Pushup Bets | Ep 95

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 138:43


    0:00 Intro3:00 What are exchanges and how do they work?28:34 Strategies for Profiting at Exchanges49:15 Robinhood Sports Betting55:36 Novelty Markets on Sweeps1:10:38 John Oliver on Sports Betting1:31:00 Q&A: Account Priming1:55:20 Q&A: PPH2:06:38 Q&A: Best time spent/ money made ratio and future episode topicsWelcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    How to Keep Going When Hit With Sportsbook Limits and a ROUGH News Week for the Industry | Ep 94

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 128:39


    0:00 Intro2:49 How to go from top down to bottom up betting48:13 SAFE Act1:01:38 Catastrophic week for Sweepstakes 1:13:17 Hardrock somehow not biggest sportsbook in Florida1:18:44 DK to enter prediction markets1:24:21 Should I be a bookmaker?1:29:27 What to do with limited accounts?1:43:15 Is peer-to-peer betting a good next step after getting hit with limits?Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Adverse Selection Scares the Sh*t Out of Us and a Gambling Therapy Session | Ep 93

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 124:00


    0:00 Intro2:25 Adverse Selection Deep Dive 40:35 Betting News1:14:35 How to Tell your Friends & Family You are a Pro Degen1:27:11 Live EV Betting v. Live Arbing1:34:25 Dealing with Downswings1:52:37 Why GP NO MORE PICKS?!?Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Flaming Hot Sharp Betting Takes, Day in the Betting Life & Why Exchanges are Scary | Ep 92

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 124:42


    0:00 Intro2:25 Kelly is flat out wrong11:50 Odds screens are useless19:00 Account priming is astrology for dudes31:55 You need to be technical to be a great originator39:00 Buy more picks, subscribe to more discords45:50 Sharp books - not as sharp as we think?52:40 Hot takes that missed the cut59:00 NASCAR Parimutuel1:20:40 Sweeps update/ WPT Gold1:28:20 How to get betting to fit into your life1:36:30 Logistics on betting partnerships1:42:25 Best ways to evaluate new sports/ markets1:52:15 Exchanges - can you win top down?1:57:35 Edge grow / diminish over a season?Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Specialist v. Generalist, Putting Your $ to Work, and Can a "Dunce" Win Betting? | Ep 91

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 117:49


    0:00 Intro1:33 Is it more profitable to be a "Specialist" or "Generalist" in sports betting?42:16 iGaming legal blows a bad thing for sports betting?53:51 How can sports betting skills transfer to other ventures / life?1:04:55 Should you bonus churn with a $200k bankroll?1:14:50 When should you take your bankroll and invest it elsewhere?1:32:26 Does 1-click bet burn your accounts?1:44:25 How do you win at betting if you are a "dunce"?Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/ Follow SportsProjections on Twitter: https://x.com/Sports__ProjWant to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Live Betting, Picking Markets, and Why Gamblers are Black Sheep | Ep 90

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 119:04


    0:00 Intro0:33 What Sports Betting Market Should YOU Attack?26:45 Super Bowl Betting29:00 Health of Industry35:45 Sweeps Trouble45:40 Listener Q &A46:15 Live Betting Tips57:45 Are Futures Worth it?1:09:15 How to Betsize for Parlays1:16:40 Automation v. Hand Adjustments - How to Balance1:32:06 Will Perception of Sports Betting & Sports Bettors Get Less Negative?Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13 and Sportsprojections. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/Want to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    New Co-Host, Where Alpha Comes From & Prediction Markets in Sports Betting | Ep 89

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 100:47


    Wow - very important and historic episode. My good friend SportsProjections joins the podcast as a permanent co-host and we start to actually have structure to our episodes.Each week we will bring you the same educational deep-dives as always, but now we will be addressing any news that's relevant to someone looking to make money betting and answering audience Q&A.If you want your questions on the show - join the discord at: https://www.goldenpants.com/0:00 Intro4:05 Education: Where Does Alpha Come From?31:27 Current Events: Prediction Markets in Sports Betting?53:00 Audience Q&AWelcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/Want to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Small Sample Sizes DO Matter - Here's Why | Ep 88

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 25:42


    You are losing but being told it's "just variance". Is that true? Is there anything you can do to prove or disprove that? And is there anything you can do to snap a losing streak?All of your questions answered in this episode on how to interpret small samples of extreme results!Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/Want to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Big Mistakes to Avoid When Making a Sports Betting Model | Ep 87

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 32:09


    Today is for the nerds! Let's talk about the pre-model checklist you need to avoid some of the biggest mistakes I have made in my sports betting career.Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/Want to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    So You Want to be a Part-Time Gambler? | Ep 86

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 42:38


    Did my last episode make you think being a full-time bettor sucks? Then this episode may be for you!Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/Want to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    So You Want to be a Professional Gambler? | Ep 85

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 50:57


    In this episode, John breaks down what it takes to be a professional gambler (and if it's even something you want to do)Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/Want to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Working with Others in Betting Part 3 (Accounting, Taxes, and Operational Support) | Ep 84

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 29:34


    The last episode of my working with others in betting series. This focuses on how to find and work with people who can take key operational items off your plate. Very VERY important for scaling and getting yourself squared away come tax season.Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/Want to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Working with Others in Betting Part 2: (Building a Group) | Ep 83

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 48:11


    Today we break down how/why to team up with other bettors. Also - I am releasing my full course for free on YouTube! Link here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRiskTakersPodcastWelcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/Want to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant 100s of +EV picks a day?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Working with Others in Betting Part 1: (Partners & Movers) | Ep 82

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 43:09


    3-Part Series ALERTI have been trying to put together a podcast sharing what I have learned from working with others in betting (betting partners, movers, syndicate betting).It turned out trying to squeeze it into one episode wasn't working - so I broke it into three logical parts that represent steps of the journey from "lone wolf" bettor to Billy Walters wannabe.Hope you enjoy - please subscribe and rate the podcast, it does help!Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. This podcast is the best betting education available - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/Want to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant the best hourly in sports betting?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Where is your Money Coming From? | Ep. 81

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 34:44


    For the best hourly in sports betting, start playing with GP Picks+ : https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picksToday I explain a question we all need to be asking ourselves everyday when it comes to betting.Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. This podcast is the best real betting education - PERIOD. And it's free - please share and subscribe if you like it.My website: https://www.goldenpants.com/Want to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.comWant the best hourly in sports betting?: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks

    Betting "Special" Events (Election / Paul v. Tyson) | Ep 80

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 28:06


    A couple of spicy takes Trojan Horse an important lesson in choosing the right betting markets.Bookmark my site to make more money betting: https://www.goldenpants.com/Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that John has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    Billy Beane v. Bill James - Who do you want to be? | Ep 79

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 26:33


    In this episode I discuss a few of the main characters from the Sabermetrics movement (and what we can learn from them to make money betting)Bookmark my site to make more money betting: https://www.goldenpants.com/Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that John has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    The Biggest Mistakes are Made BEFORE You Bet | Ep 78

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 18:54


    We are so BACK!!Bookmark my site to make more money betting: https://www.goldenpants.com/Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that John has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    The HIDDEN Psychology of Sports Betting w/ Joseph | Ep 74

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 88:52


    Want to join the best sports betting discord server for FREE? Go here: https://discord.gg/goldenpantsFor this podcast I'm joined by my friend Joseph to discuss betting goals, ethics of sports books, and why psychology is key to making money.0:00 Intro1:10 Nitai's Start6:12 Keep Learning10:42 Winning Makes You A Good Gambler14:45 Different Gambling Goals21:16 Psychology In Sportsbetting28:33 Ethics of Sportsbooks32:27 Finding Good Information36:52 Beginner Betting Strategies48:26 You Don't Need To Be A Genius56:29 Not All Bonuses Are The Same59:32 How To Not Look Sharp1:09:10 Core Of Gambling1:19:30 Human Aspect Of Betting1:26:30 OutroBookmark my site to make more money betting: https://www.goldenpants.com/Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that John has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    Small Originator at a Crossroads | Ep 77

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 18:53


    Someone in my discord asked me a question about whether it was worth it for them to work with a mover or not. When I looked at the proposed deal - it didn't seem like the mover was providing any value.In this episode I share my thoughts on what makes a productive professional relationship in the betting space. Bookmark my site to make more money betting: https://www.goldenpants.com/Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that John has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    Price Movement v. Weighted Market Avg. & GP Picks+ Launch | Ep 76

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 29:34


    Want to get the September promotion for GP Picks+? Check it out here: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picksIn this episode I talk about launching an automated bet feed - GP Picks+, and everything I learned about top down betting in the process. (Note - there is value for originators in learning top down)Bookmark my site to make more money betting: https://www.goldenpants.com/Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that John has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    If they are offering, I don't want it | Ep 75

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 20:49


    Learn why clicking the cashout button is similar to betting into a sharp book in this episode!Big announcement - I have gone live with the most robust automated bet feed on the market in my discord.If you want to save time, increase volume, and make money during peak betting season - head over to: https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks and start taking the sportsbook's money! The website has a new look and plenty of free goodies: https://www.goldenpants.com/

    If They Are Offering, I Don't Want It | Ep 75

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 20:49


    Learn why clicking the cashout button is similar to betting into a sharp book in this episode!Big announcement - I have gone live with the most robust automated bet feed on the market in my discord.If you want to save time, increase volume, and make money during the betting busy season - head over to https://www.goldenpants.com/gp-picks and check out what we have cooked up!Bookmark my site to make more money betting: https://www.goldenpants.com/Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling aka GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that John has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    The Golden Rule in Gambling? | Ep. 76

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 23:28


    Want to join the best sports betting discord server for FREE? Go here: https://discord.gg/goldenpants 0:00 Best Football Handicapper v. Unlimited DK Account 1:50 The Golden Rule of Gambling 6:27 Why FanDuel Wins 12:50 $15 Million Blackjack Win 16:30 Example from my Betting 18:25 What Should You do next? 23:10 Outro

    What We Get Paid to Do as Professional Gamblers | Ep. 75

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 23:03


    Want to join the best sports betting discord server for FREE? Go here: https://discord.gg/goldenpants In this episode, I go over the five things we get paid to do as professional gamblers (and amateurs avoid at all costs).

    The HIDDEN Psychology of Sports Betting w/ Joseph | Ep 74

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 88:52


    Want to join the best sports betting discord server for FREE? Go here: https://discord.gg/goldenpants For this podcast I'm joined by Joseph, and we discuss betting goals, ethics of sports books, and why psychology is key to making money Follow Joseph on Twitter: @living_wagerer 0:00 Intro 1:10 Joseph's Start 6:12 Keep Learning 10:42 Winning Makes You A Good Gambler 14:45 Different Gambling Goals 21:16 Psychology In Sportsbetting 28:33 Ethics of Sportsbooks 32:27 Finding Good Information 36:52 Beginner Betting Strategies 48:26 You Don't Need To Be A Genius 56:29 Not All Bonuses Are The Same 59:32 How To Not Look Sharp 1:09:10 Core Of Gambling 1:19:30 Human Aspect Of Betting 1:26:30 Outro

    Hedging, Over Betting, and a Phil Ivey Story w/ Dr. Razz | Ep 73

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 127:47


    Want to WIN sports betting? Go here: https://academy.goldenpants.com/ Want to START learning for free? Go here: https://discord.gg/goldenpantsFor this podcast I'm joined by Dan aka Doctor Razz, and we discuss hedging bets, overbetting possibly being good, and an epic Phil Ivey story.Use Dan's code 'SG20' at checkout for GP Academy to support Dan and get 20% off your first month!Dan on Twitter-https://x.com/DoctorRazzWSOP0:00 Intro0:40 Dan's Start11:55 Two Plus Two Was Great13:09 The Switch to Sportsbetting32:53 Hedging in Golf39:48 Scaling Golf Bets45:12 How He Got The Name, Dr. Razz50:37 Gambling & Sportsbetting Content55:18 Overbetting/Bankroll Management1:07:47 Emotions in Gambling1:11:26 Laddering Explained1:20:22 Randomness in Sportsbetting1:24:33 Advantages Poker Players Have in Sportsbetting1:32:04 Game Selection/Phil Ivey Story1:42:44 Realizing Your Edge1:57:34 Poker Stories2:01:18 Outro (Enjoy sports betting? Want to get better at it fast? Here's how I can help: https://linktr.ee/goldenpants)Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    Bottom Up Betting Made Easy (Free GP Academy Class) | Ep 72

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 44:53


    Want to WIN sports betting? Go here: https://academy.goldenpants.com/Want to START learning for free? Go here: https://discord.gg/goldenpantsCheck out this free GP Academy class on one of the most requested topics - "Bottom-up betting". This is a taste for what we are offering within the Academy. If you want to learn how to implement these strategies with practical code and database walkthroughs - sign up today: https://academy.goldenpants.com/2:40 Why?13:15 Scouting The Market22:10 Building25:10 Craft A Hypothesis27:40 Find Your Sources31:50 Gather The Data33:30 Build The Database37:00 Build The Model38:55 Maintain The Model40:10 Execute43:00 Summary44:35 QnA(Enjoy sports betting? Want to get better at it fast? Here's how I can help: https://linktr.ee/goldenpants)Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    The 5 Income Streams of a Modern Sports Bettor | Ep 71

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 23:13


    Want to WIN sports betting? Go here: https://academy.goldenpants.com/Want to START learning for free? Go here: https://discord.gg/goldenpantsToday I break down the five different income streams that I have under the broader category of "Sports Betting"Timestamps:0:01 Intro2:01 Bonuses6:56 Top-down Betting12:22 Bottom-up Betting16:38 Partner w/ Sharps18:28 Soft PVP(Enjoy sports betting? Want to get better at it fast? Here's how I can help: https://linktr.ee/goldenpants)Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    Poker, Emotions, and Why You May Need to Get Stolen From w/ Sheets | Ep 70

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 55:15


    ** Want to beat a game they say can't be beaten? Learn sports betting at GP Academy: https://academy.goldenpants.com/ ** I'm joined by Eric Haber aka Sheets and we dive into a collection of topics including his time in poker, emotions when gambling, and a great Chris Moneymaker story.Sheets on Twitter:https://x.com/sheetspwns?lang=enLearn from Sheets:https://truedfs.com/Timestamps:0:08 Intro2:36 Sheets' Time in Poker15:48 DFS Start18:42 Scaling in Gambling24:02 Emotions in Gambling32:20 Getting Action35:53 Getting Stiffed Story/Chris Moneymaker42:51 Content in Sports Betting54:01 Outro(Enjoy sports betting? Want to get better at it fast? Here's how I can help: https://linktr.ee/goldenpants)Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    Live Arbitrage, "Sweepstake" sportsbooks and is GRP Sharp? w/ SportsBetsGuy | Ep. 69

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 93:29


    ** Want to learn how to bet on sports profitably? 14-day free trial for my sports betting education discord: https://academy.goldenpants.com/ **Tips on live arbitrage betting along with diving into the sweepstakes model gaining traction as of late. Today I am joined by Brock aka SportsBetsGuy on Twitter. He talks about adjusting to live arbing from the changing landscape, the sweepstakes model, and how it is affecting the rest of the sports betting world.Brock on Twitter: https://x.com/SportsBetsGuy__ Timestamps:0:00 Intro5:50 Why Arb Is Not Dead8:55 WNBA Arb Advantages16:40 Originating vs Arbs22:50 Business Models of Different Sportsbooks29:45 Gambling Laws32:00 Sweeps Model39:00 Problem With New Sportsbooks/Sweeps Model41:20 Books Late Adjustments47:35 Using Obscure Betting Features53:40 Is GRP Sharp? (YES)1:10:55 Biggest Bad Beat Story1:20:20 Total Size of Sports Betting1:26:35 Which Rec Would You Want Playing Against You?1:30:40 Outro(Enjoy sports betting? Want to get better at it fast? Here's how I can help: https://linktr.ee/goldenpants)Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    Choose the Game you Play | Ep. 68

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 37:45


    I was a good poker player, but after years of playing professionally I had essentially $0 to show for my skill.This episode explains how I left a mediocre poker career behind and found success in sports betting.(Enjoy sports betting? Want to get better at it fast? Here's how I can help: https://linktr.ee/goldenpants)Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    What the Sportsbook SEES when you BET w/ BigBuckHunter | Ep 67

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 73:07


    *** Want to learn how to bet on sports profitably? 14-day free trial for my sports betting education discord: https://academy.goldenpants.com/ ***YOU SEE A SPORTSBOOK'S trading software in this episode! Today I am joined by Henry from NoVig aka BigBuckHunter on twitter. He talks about market making, how to conceptualize risk as an operator, and walks us through NoVig's trading software at the end. Unprecedented episode - must watch.Henry on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BigBuckHunterrrNoVig: https://www.novig.us/(Enjoy sports betting? Want to get better at it fast? Here's how I can help: https://linktr.ee/goldenpants)Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.

    Broke to Bezos in Pro Gambling w/ Chinamaniac | Ep 66

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 122:29


    Poker-pro Mark aka "Chinamaniac" gives the most comprehensive breakdown of what it takes to be a professional gambler today.I always tell you to follow my guests on Twitter - but I implore you to follow Mark because he writes the most useful long-form content on Twitter (think Mr. Liiiimited)Mark's Twitter: https://twitter.com/chinamaniacWelcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.Please join the free DFS Pick'em discord that is better than any paid discord server out there!https://discord.gg/goldenpantsAlso follow GoldenPants on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/goldenpants013And check out the new Risk Takers Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMTxtsE3ymQdqM7usZHRAg

    The BEST way to break into Professional Betting w/ GiantsBadgers | Ep 65

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 106:57


    Not many people have found as much success as my guest in as short a time. Aaron is a college senior who works with many of the biggest bettors in the world. He breaks down exactly what he thinks you should do to get started!Follow Aaron on Twitter: https://twitter.com/giantsbadgersWelcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.Please join the free DFS Pick'em discord that is better than any paid discord server out there!https://discord.gg/goldenpantsAlso follow GoldenPants on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/goldenpants013And check out the new Risk Takers Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMTxtsE3ymQdqM7usZHRAg

    Emergency March Madness / PGA Special Episode w/ Ben Rasa | Ep 64

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 76:57


    Like everyone, I very quickly need to learn about college basketball. We host a special episode where I have Ben Rasa explain March Madness to me in golf terms. (Along with a in-depth discussion into golf betting - our shared interest)Ben's Links:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OddsShopperTwitter: https://twitter.com/JazzrazDFS/with_repliesStokastic: https://www.stokastic.com/ (Ben's betting software)Intro: (0:00)Ben's Background: (1:45)Long Discussion on Golf Betting: (6:00)Twitter/ +EV Betting crowd: (32:00)March Madness: (37:00)Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.Please join the free DFS Pick'em discord that is better than any paid discord server out there!https://discord.gg/goldenpantsAlso follow GoldenPants on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/goldenpants013And check out the new Risk Takers Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMTxtsE3ymQdqM7usZHRAg

    Pulling Back the Curtain on Sportsbooks & VIP Programs w/ Dillon Borgida | Ep 63

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 98:10


    Dillon is a rare industry insider who speaks openly about what goes on at an online sportsbook - invaluable information in this episode for bettors and aspiring industry employees!Follow Dillon on X: https://twitter.com/dillonborg3Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.Please join the free DFS Pick'em discord that is better than any paid discord server out there!https://discord.gg/goldenpantsAlso follow GoldenPants on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/goldenpants013And check out the new Risk Takers Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMTxtsE3ymQdqM7usZHRAg

    P2 Deep Dive, Why You Should WANT to Get Stolen From + more Q&A | Ep 62

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 41:59


    We are back with a Twitter Q&A! If you are interested in the GP Academy as mentioned - here is the link: https://academy.goldenpants.com/It comes with a 14 day free trial - hope to see you in there!Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.Please join the free DFS Pick'em discord that is better than any paid discord server out there!https://discord.gg/goldenpantsAlso follow GoldenPants on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/goldenpants013And check out the new Risk Takers Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMTxtsE3ymQdqM7usZHRAg

    How to Plug into the Player Prop Market w/ Drew Morgan | Ep 61

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 79:42


    I am pumped to welcome back my good friend DMProps to the show. We get to check in on how Drew is doing, take a deep dive into NBA player prop markets, and EVEN make some Masters picks. Check it out!Follow Drew on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DMPropsJoin Drew's Discord: https://whop.com/tce/Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.Please join the free DFS Pick'em discord that is better than any paid discord server out there!https://discord.gg/goldenpantsAlso follow GoldenPants on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/goldenpants013And check out the new Risk Takers Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMTxtsE3ymQdqM7usZHRAg

    Why the NFL Market ISN'T as Efficient as You Think w/ Sharp Clarke | Ep 60

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 77:09


    Today we are joined by NFL Originator and overall great guy - Sharp Clarke.Clarke gives us some tips on how to get started originating, shares with us why the NFL market isn't as efficient as we think, and at the end shares an edge with the listeners who make it that far.Follow Sharp Clarke on twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpClarkeNFLCheck out his website: https://sharpclarke.com/Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.Please join the free DFS Pick'em discord that is better than any paid discord server out there!https://discord.gg/goldenpantsAlso follow GoldenPants on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/goldenpants013And check out the new Risk Takers Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMTxtsE3ymQdqM7usZHRAg

    Making the Sportsbooks Pay w/ Spanky | Ep 59

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 67:33


    Spanky needs no introduction.He is one of the top professional sports bettors in the world. Founder of SpankOdds, BetBash, and the Sports Betting Hall of fame. His podcast, Be Better Bettors, inspired this very podcast.This is the most excited I have been to host a guest - and Spanky delivers. You will leave this a "Better Bettor".Follow Spanky on Twitter: https://twitter.com/spankySign up for BetBash: https://betbash.co/Check out Spankodds: https://spankodds.com/Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor GoldenPants13. On this podcast, you will hear how to build your own profitable gambling operation, learn how to take gambling concepts and use them to dominate in other arenas, and soak up the many lessons and failures that GoldenPants has experienced on his path from struggling poker player to top sports bettor.Please join the free DFS Pick'em discord that is better than any paid discord server out there!https://discord.gg/goldenpantsAlso follow GoldenPants on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/goldenpants013And check out the new Risk Takers Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMTxtsE3ymQdqM7usZHRAg

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