It's time to celebrate! In this episode, Shane shares his remarkable journey to achieving over $100,000 in profit from sports betting. He reflects on his experiences, from early challenges to key strategies that helped him succeed, emphasizing the importance of time investment, learning from experienced bettors, and finding a niche in the industry. Shane discusses how he consciously chose to scale down his bankroll to invest in his wife's education, balancing sports betting with family life. Thi...
May 01, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 59
In this episode, Shane and Pace invite the co-founder and head of marketing of SX Bet, Andrew Young and Kay Carson on to the show to dive deep into all things cryptocurrency betting exchanges, why the SX network is doing things differently and how they might just be the future of the industry. Shane learns a thing or two, and Pace is very, very impressed at how it all works. Highly recommend watching this one on YouTube! If you want to join our community - use coupon code BEHINDTHELINES for a di...
Apr 17, 2024•59 min•Season 4Ep. 58
In this episode, Shane, Pace and Taw examine the Massachusetts gaming commission's scrutiny of betting limits and debate the Responsible Online Gaming Association's approach to promoting responsible gambling. Is it evil? Is it not? Shane shows the group a very questionable Conor McDavid ad from BetMGM, and Taw gives a masterclass on UFC betting. If you're wondering who might win the masters or whether or not Pace has any locks, this episode is a good one! If you want to join our community - use ...
Apr 10, 2024•54 min•Season 4Ep. 57
In this episode, Shane and Pace discuss the bracket-busting madness of March, before the main segment talking to Jesse Learmonth - entrepreneur, podcast host, and overall legend in the sports betting space. They talk about his journey in the industry and his experience working with Pinnacle as well as his take on the betting industry as a whole. If you want to join our community - use coupon code BEHINDTHELINES for a discount here: inplaylive.com/members For some Free Sports Investing Training (...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 4Ep. 56
In this week's episode, Shane and Pace invite inplayLIVE's resident March Madness expert, Matt Guerten on to the podcast to do a deep dive into all things March Madness. They talk brackets, the trapezoid of excellence, opportunities for sports bettors and more. Listen in to find out who Matt's favourite team is and more! If you want to join our community - use coupon code BEHINDTHELINES for a discount here: https://courses.inplaylive.com/p/plans For some Free Sports Investing Training (from one ...
Mar 20, 2024•39 min
In this week's episode, Shane and Pace invite Rob Pizzola - Founder & CEO of 'The Hammer' and host of the Circles Off podcast to a deep dive his journey from poker to pregame betting - emphasizing the need for quality educational content and responsible habits in the industry. They talk about whether or not parlays are actually a good idea, the podcast, and sports betting education topics. Dive in for a fun episode! If you want to join our community - use coupon code BEHINDTHELINES for a dis...
Mar 13, 2024•53 min•Season 4Ep. 54
In this week's episode, Pace and Shane discuss expected value as it relates to the world of sports betting - what it means, how the books intentionally don't tell you about it, the fact that most bets you see in advertisements have a negative expected value, and more. You'll also hear about Apple Sports, and Kenny's Vision Pro experience. If you want to join our community - use coupon code BEHINDTHELINES for a discount here: https://courses.inplaylive.com/p/plans For some Free Sports Investing T...
Mar 06, 2024•46 min•Season 4Ep. 53
In this week's episode, Pace and Shane chat with Ryan Hammer, 'bracketologist' - an expert in college basketball analytics, Ryan discusses his work and expertise in analyzing NCAA hoops. The process of putting together power rankings, and the esteemed 'trapezoid of excellence'. Dive in for an exciting episode! Follow Ryan here: https://twitter.com/ryanhammer09 If you want to join our community - use coupon code BEHINDTHELINES for a discount here: https://courses.inplaylive.com/p/plans For some F...
Feb 28, 2024•48 min•Season 4Ep. 52
In this week's episode, Shane explores the world of sports betting with Brian Beachkofsky, CTO of Rithmm. They dive into Rithmm's mission to democratize sports modeling and data analysis, discussing its user-friendly AI models for personalized betting predictions and plans to expand into live betting. Brian emphasizes Rithmm's unique AI approach, focusing on personalization and the importance of bet tracking for evaluating performance. The episode sheds light on the future of AI in live betting ...
Feb 21, 2024•47 min•Season 4Ep. 51
In this week's episode (and episode 50 of the podcast!), Shane and Pace take a deep dive into all things Superbowl - from the stunning lack of awareness of overtime rules on the 49ers to the somewhat misleading BetMGM ads featuring the greatest football quarterback of all time, this episode is a great debrief on all things Superbowl LVIII! If you want to join our community - use coupon code BEHINDTHELINES for a discount here: https://courses.inplaylive.com/p/plans For some Free Sports Investing ...
Feb 14, 2024•53 min•Season 4Ep. 50
In this week's episode, Shane invites Shawn Schroeder, Taw Goodman and John Wilson on to talk all things Super Bowl LVIII - They reflect on the season's highlights, dissect pregame betting performances, and explore line movements and player prop bets. Delving into live betting strategies, they also speculate on more unconventional bets, like the color scheme of the game and celebrity predictions. The panel shares insights on the conservative tactics of teams and the implications for under bets. ...
Feb 07, 2024•49 min•Season 4Ep. 49
In this week's episode, with Pace calling in from Maui, Shane interviews Justin Deutsch, CEO of STX (it's pronounced Stacks!), exploring how this betting exchange revolutionizes sports betting by letting players set their lines and bet against each other. Justin details Stacks' growth plans, its unique profit model, and the potential for parlay betting among other lines, offering a fresh perspective for sharp bettors and those curious about the future of betting exchanges. If you want to join ou...
Jan 31, 2024•45 min•Season 4Ep. 48
Dive into the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas in this week's episode where Shane and Pace sit down with the city's renowned insider and influencer, Vegas Pauly C. Known for his captivating presence on TikTok Live, Pauly C takes us through his extraordinary journey from a startup stumble to becoming a social media sensation with exclusive access to Vegas's hottest spots. He's not just about the bright lights and big city; Pauly C reveals his best-kept secrets for thriving in Vegas, from gaining th...
Jan 24, 2024•42 min•Season 4Ep. 47
In the electrifying first episode of 2024, Pace and Shane invite Larry Fisher, head of content at Power Play, and Rob Davies, chief operating officer at Power Play on to the show for an enlightening discussion on what makes a sportsbook tick; from limiting players, how sharp bettors are (or aren't) welcome on their platform to how a sportsbook ought to run, and other topics. Rob faces some tough and pointed questions from Shane and Pace about some of the practices on the Power Play site with Pac...
Jan 17, 2024•56 min
In the closing episode of 2023, hosts Shane and Pace reminisce about their recent betting endeavors and commend successful picks from the community. While they express disappointment over not hosting the CEO of Power Play as planned, they pivot to discussing the survival challenges smaller sportsbooks face, particularly in the bustling market of New Jersey, now a hub for record-breaking betting activity. The conversation also covers a hedge fund manager's shift in perspective on DraftKings and t...
Dec 20, 2023•51 min•Season 4Ep. 45
This week on Behind The Lines, Shane and Pace explore the evolving landscape of the sports betting industry. They tackle the rapid growth in states like Maine and New York, and unearth shady practices by sportsbooks, with a particular focus on FanDuel. The discussion also covers the frustrating issue of account limitations by Bet365 and the advancements in low latency streaming like YouTube TV. The episode takes an intriguing turn into the realm of AI, examining its role in sports betting advice...
Dec 13, 2023•40 min
This week on Behind The Lines, Shane and Pace dive into the highs and lows of their sports betting weekend, sharing their wins and shedding light on the darker corners of the industry. They tackle the troublesome practices of sportsbooks, including restrictive policies and the recent ESPN Bet parlay controversy. The discussion takes a serious turn to address the often overlooked issue of addiction in sports betting, stressing the importance of responsible practices, especially for younger bettor...
Dec 06, 2023•45 min
In this week's candid episode, Shane and Andrew tackle the challenging topic of handling discouragement in sports betting, sharing personal experiences and wisdom gleaned from the Thanksgiving weekend's NFL and college football games. They emphasize the importance of perspective during both losing and winning streaks and advocate the benefits of having a support system and open communication. Shane and Andrew offer practical advice on managing difficult times by focusing on long-term goals and s...
Nov 29, 2023•47 min•Season 4Ep. 42
This week Andrew and Shane kick off with a compelling look at how perspectives in sports betting can shift, illustrated by Shane’s reflection on his evolving expectations of daily winnings. They delve into the critical issue of responsible betting, energized by the NFL’s latest advertising push. The conversation then celebrates the remarkable triumphs within the inplaylive community, highlighting their impressive success with stream units. Amidst this, they touch on the recent news of a sportsbo...
Nov 22, 2023•48 min•Season 4Ep. 41
This week, Shane and Andrew celebrate the return of college basketball by inviting two inplayLIVE members onto the show to do a deep dive into college basketball - Zach Zanussi and Matt Geurten. They talk about their journey with inplayLIVE, with Zach telling a heartwarming story of how the inplayLIVE community was there for him in a time of need, the fact that he's one of the sole original members of the group (he was one of the first members!). After which they take a turn to discuss strategie...
Nov 15, 2023•51 min•Season 4Ep. 40
Dive into a compelling mid-season analysis on Behind The Lines as Shane and Andrew rally the insights of Kenny 'Golden Goose' Huber and John 'GosuThune' Wilson for an NFL deep dive. Together, they revisit the season's pivotal moments and dissect the strategies that have paid off, as well as those that haven't. They explore the intricate impact of coaching styles on betting value and discuss the subtle art of navigating shifting public perceptions and line movements. Midway through the NFL season...
Nov 08, 2023•56 min
In this week's episode of Behind The Lines, Shane and Andrew are joined by Randy Stewart, a respected coach within the inplayLIVE community, to delve deep into the world of NBA basketball - Shane's first love. As Shane passionately shares his fondness for the sport, Randy and Andrew serve up invaluable insights on hunting for value in NBA betting. They contrast the nuances of pregame value versus the dynamism of in-play value. While Andrew typically champions the real-time opportunities of in-pl...
Nov 01, 2023•37 min•Season 4Ep. 38
This week, Shane and Andrew sit down with a special guest, Alex Monahan, the co-founder of the innovative sports betting platform, Oddsjam. Dive deep into the world of arbitrage betting, real-time odds comparison, and the parallels between the stock market and the betting landscape. Alex shares the origin story of Oddsjam, shedding light on its mission to equip bettors with cutting-edge tools and resources. But that's not all! In an exciting turn of events, we're thrilled to announce a strategic...
Oct 25, 2023•42 min•Season 4Ep. 37
This week Shane holds the fort while Andrew takes a short hiatus. Joining Shane is inplayLIVE's top-tier pregame expert, Shawn Schroeder. Together, they journey through Shawn's evolution in pregame betting, tracing his roots from his college days to his current transition into in-play wagering. Shawn draws intriguing parallels between the stock market and sports betting, shedding light on the uncanny similarities between the two. From the invaluable advantages of group betting to the nuances of ...
Oct 18, 2023•41 min•Season 4Ep. 36
This week on Behind The Lines, Shane and Andrew usher in the exhilarating return of NHL action! As the puck hits the ice, the duo delve into the intricacies of navigating hockey bets, juxtaposing it with other sports in the inplayLIVE lineup. Can less knowledge actually serve as an advantage? While it might seem counterintuitive, they discuss the merits of limiting bias by not over-focusing on personnel details. However, that doesn't mean flying blind. They also dive deep into leveraging histori...
Oct 11, 2023•36 min•Season 4Ep. 35
In this week's intriguing episode, Shane and Andrew unravel the mystery behind inplayLIVE's peculiar affection for... goose poop? Dive in to hear them joined by John "GosuThune" Wilson and Kenny "Golden Goose" Huber as they come together for a quarterly review of the NFL season. After four action-packed weeks, the group breaks down their triumphs, setbacks, and the dynamic strategies that have kept them ahead. With the ever-evolving landscape of bookmaking and changing rules, they delve into the...
Oct 04, 2023•40 min•Season 4Ep. 34
Dive into a mind-opening discussion as Shane and Andrew unpack the contrasting paradigms of expected value reasoning versus result-based thinking in sports betting. While many often judge a wager's worth solely on its outcome, this episode unveils the profound depth of the inplayLIVE community's value-driven approach, emphasizing the importance of the correct decision being made at the time the wager is actually placed. Shedding light on the pitfalls of mainstream betting mentalities, our hosts ...
Sep 27, 2023•40 min•Season 4Ep. 33
Dive into a mind-opening discussion as Shane and Andrew unpack the contrasting paradigms of expected value reasoning versus result-based thinking in sports betting. While many often judge a wager's worth solely on its outcome, this episode unveils the profound depth of the inplayLIVE community's value-driven approach, emphasizing the importance of the correct decision being made at the time the wager is actually placed. Shedding light on the pitfalls of mainstream betting mentalities, our hosts ...
Sep 20, 2023•46 min•Season 4Ep. 32
In the thrilling aftermath of NFL's week 1, Shane and Pace team up with returning guest John (aka GosuThune) and the renowned Golden Goose, Kenny Huber, for an insider's look at NFL betting. While Pace jests about his undying love for the Eagles, Kenny spills the beans on YouTube TV's significant latency issues and the perils of delayed broadcasts. Not to be outdone, John unpacks his success strategy when wagering on the NFL. What constitutes a triumphant week, or even an entire season? Shane se...
Sep 13, 2023•52 min•Season 4Ep. 31
In this riveting episode, college football takes center stage as Shane and Andrew sit down with a familiar voice: John Wilson, also intriguingly known as 'GosuThune' (we're all ears for your theories on that moniker). A return guest from our baseball discussions, John, alongside our hosts, tackles the recent seismic shifts in NCAA football rules. Andrew labels it "the most monumental rule change in sports history," and they dissect its repercussions not just on the turf, but in the sportsbook re...
Sep 06, 2023•47 min•Season 4Ep. 30
