To kick off, Fintan and Jon discuss the freshly-announced deal for ESPN and Penn, and the Barstool angle, and Fintan has a new hero. Talk may wander around a few topics, including the actual content of Disney+, and what they've both watched recently [0:00 - 24:32]. Then they're joined by the mighty Tony Plaskow of Black Cow Technology, who has a jackpot product they can apparently put on anything. ANYTHING. Well, let's find out, shall we… [24:33 - 1:09:42] Worth noting that Jon is very quiet thi...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 112
Fintan and Jon discuss the recently-announced relocation of ICE to Barcelona from 2025 because, well, they're nothing if not crowd-followers [0:00 - 20:44]. Then Jon is joined by Kindred's Tom Banks to talk about the company's 0% proceeds from problem gamblers initiative, among other things [20:45 - 1:32:00]. Enjoy the episode!
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 111
First up, Jon and Fintan explain why Saipan is amusing to many Irish people, and talk about other bits and bobs [0:00 - 21:06]. Then it's time for Cody Luongo, who joins us from his Sharpr Newsletter, which explores the junction between gaming and gambling, and so inveitably hits eSports. But today we're talking about the story that Cody broke a couple of weeks ago about Roblox and illegal, under-age gambling in the game. It's an absolutely bonkers and stunning story, and we are delighted to hav...
Aug 03, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 110
Fintan and Jon talk some rubbish at the start; hang on, there might be something good in there. Might be worth a listen [0:00 - 21:15]. Then superstar guest Melanie Ellis, from Northridge (AKA The Artist Formerly Known As Northridge Law) joins them to discuss the recent news about the UK gambling white paper consultation and all that jazz. They talk affordability checks, Norwegian pastry (again!) and much more [21:16 - 1:12:22].
Aug 01, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 109
First up, Jon and Fintan talk about stuff, and things [0:00 - 12:52]. Then, DeepCI's Lewis Civin joins Jon and Fintan to talk about the company's work in the affiliate space. It's a bit mindblowing – I mean, how often do you hear about really new stuff? [12:53 - 59:00] Also, TIN CUP, and the vagaries of New Zealand cinema crop up.
Jul 25, 2023•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 108
We kick off with Jon and Fintan talking nonsense [0:00 - 12:51] but then... drum roll please... Superstar guest Alex Dixon joins the chaps to discuss non-profit casinos in North America. Alex is the CEO at DRA, based in Dubuque, Iowa, and he's part of an organisation making this a reality [12:52 - 01:11:03]. It's a brilliant concept, and it's going to catch on, we reckon. We also talk about DE&I and Alex's capitalist take on that will have everyone wondering why they haven't embraced it alre...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 107
We open with Jon and Fintan laughing quite a lot at Jon's Short Man Syndrome [0:00 - 17:01]. FINALLY the episode we have all been waiting for, Dan Stone of former corporate overlords Sportingtech! Dan talks about his 'career' to date, his time in events, and much much more [17:02 - 1:30:35]. Jon shares some stories from when he used to drink and all conclude it's probably best that he doesn't drink any more.
Jul 13, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 106
Jon and Fintan talk bits and bobs to begin with [0:00 - 16:34], including a bit of this and that; then they are joined by superstar German lawyer Michelle Hembury of Melchers, who discusses changes afoot in German gambling law and regulation, plus the ripples from recent happenings in Malta, and mass suits against gambling companies [16:35 - 59:11]. Jon also tells a couple of fairly crappy jokes.
Jul 11, 2023•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 105
Fintan and Jon discuss stuff and things, and Jon doesn't tell any discriminatory jokes because he's an adult [0:00 - 16:54] We – well, Jon – welcome John Holden, Associate Professor at Oklahoma State University, to discuss that alarming tax number that came out of Kansas post-Super Bowl, how this happens and how it blots the industry's otherwise blemish-free record; we also discuss sports stadia, and whether Fintan exists or not [16:55 - 1:06:47].
Jul 05, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 104
After some meaningful waffle and flim-flammery [0:00 - 23:38], Fintan and Jon are joined by the ebullient Ollie Ring, the man behind the @esprouts substack and newsletter. Ollie talks about some of the more interesting/peculiar 'sponsorships' in the space, and some of the controversy around esports. He cuts through the bluster, and also tells us a bit about his project. It's good [23:39 - 1:03:38].
Jun 29, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 103
First off, Jon and Fintan talk guff [0:00 - 10:54] but it's mercifully brief. Then the chaps are joined by ClearStake CMO Tom Farrell, who Fintan worked with in a past life. Tom discusses... Well, lots of stuff, but onboarding issues, banking issues, open banking, that kind of thing. You get the idea. [10:55 - 54:00]
Jun 27, 2023•55 min•Season 2Ep. 102
So, Jon and Fintan in the intro, as ever [0:00 - 17:42] but then Jon has to leave as his hair transplant is not taking root as it should; the guy Fintan recommended isn't what he was led to believe, despite sterling work on Fintan. Then the excellent and very knowledgeable Antti Koivula, legal advisor at Legal Gaming Attorneys At Law, talks to Fintan about what's going on in the country. Spoiler alert, it's a lot of stuff right there. Antti has also kindly shared some links with us for some of w...
Jun 20, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 101
In this HUGE landmark episode, Fintan and Jon are joined by a very special guest in the form of Gavin Isaacs. Well, kind of. Hang on. So, Fintan and Jon recorded the intro, the usual frippery [0:00 - 20:06], but Fintan is sadly missing from the talk with Gavin as he was simply too 'ill' to be able to do the recording. Everyone involved understood and were both forgiving and empathetic to his plight. Anyway, then it was time for superstar DJ Gavin Isaacs to chat to Jon about his role in the megas...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 100
Jon and Fintan kick off discussing the recent OpenBet/Neccton deal, and Jon's sudden free time [0:00 - 14:45]. We are then joined by corporate overlord Paul Sculpher of www.grs-recruit.com (for all your gambling industry recruitment needs) [14:46 - 1:15:50] who discusses the tightening of table odds in Las Vegas, and why it happens, what it means for the odds, and player perception. And lots of other things too. Enjoy the episode!
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 99
First up, Jon rambles. Like, really rambles. Starts with The Matrix and winds up with Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but the under-appreciated movie not the series. Yeah. Go figure [0:00 - 17:47]. Then in a week of episodes on a single theme (LEGENDS), the chaps are joined by Pierre Lindh, co-founder and Managing Director at iGaming NEXT, and we talk rather predictably about running. We do talk about other stuff as well though, I promise [17:48 - 1:32:42]. Cobra Kai may be mentioned, for example....
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 98
This week's intro features Jon and Fintan discussing a reader-proposed idea that firms could be taxed on the proportion of staff in the taxing country to promote hiring and keeping skilled teams in the licensed country. Would it work? We find out, kind of [0:00 - 20:38]. Then up steps the venerable Will Woodhams, CEO of everyone's favourite bookmaker and more, Fitzdares. If ever bookmaking were sexy, these guys are the ones making it that way. RAWR. Come and get your listen on [20:39 - 1:16:24]....
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 97
This episode – powered by Gaming Recruitment Solutions ( www.grs-recruit.com ) and driven by Cole Trickle's natural heirs, +More Media - sees Fintan and Jon tackle Disney+, Jon confesses his Macau photobombing hobby, and much more [0:00 - 22:21]. Then the fellows are joined by publishing overlord Scott Longley as he checks in to make sure they're working. Scott also talks the recent spate of earnings calls, and what's going on with Kindred, plus other M&A talk [22:22 - 1:04:30]. It's all goo...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 96
In Fintan's absence we do away with (most of) the usual blather and invite proper, serious political reporter Patrick Svitek of The Texas Tribune on. Patrick kindly explains the ins and outs of Texas law, and why we won't see movement there for casinos before the decade's end, though mobile sports betting may come a little sooner [0:00 - 42:32]. As always thanks to our publishing overlords +More Media, and our recruitment/corporate overlords Gaming Recruitment Solutions ( www.grs-recruit.com )....
May 25, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 95
Fintan and Jon begin by talking about the state of modern journalism. Well, Jon does and he might rant a little bit [0:00 - 13:20]. Then the chaps are joined by the ever-eloquent Frank Op de Woerd, of CasinoNieuws.nl fame. Frank brings us up to date about what's going on in the country, changes to legislation that are coming in to play now and problematic areas to be considered [13:21 - 50:59]. Frank is his usual knowledgeable and charming self! Brought to you in association with the +More media...
May 23, 2023•52 min•Season 2Ep. 94
No Fintan for the intro so Jon updates on his dog's digestion [0:00 - 2:35], then Fintan magically reappears for the interview with Light & Wonder's Kimberly Cohn. Kim talks the chaps through her animation career then her path into gaming, and brings them up to date; she talks about what makes games a success, what she brings to the table and much more [2:36 - 58:17]. Special thanks to our beloved sponsors Gaming Recruitment Solutions - they're at www.grs-recruit.com and yes, it's a hyphen....
May 18, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 93
Well, he's been on every other podcast this year so Ismail Vali finally decides it's time to slum it with Fintan and Jon on the Gaming Recruitment Solutions-sponsored The Gambling Files podcast. In the intro, Jon gets everything wrong [0:00 - 19:47] and then Ismail comes on and we talk Yield Sec, what they do, how it works, black, grey and white markets, and lots of other things [19:48 - 1:16:49]. Jon solves money laundering as an issue, we remember a largely forgotten Michael Douglas film, and,...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Season 2Ep. 92
Another thankfully relatively brief intro [0:00 - 13:04], then Jon and Fintan are joined by Las Vegas resident and super-lawyer Jennifer Gaynor. They discuss all things Vegas, including the success of turning the city into a truly all-encompassing experiential venue, the sports teams, the F1 race, the new beach ball event venue (MSG? You know the one. A big ball thing), cannabis, the 25th straight month of $1bn+ revenues, and Wynn's look to the UAE [13:05 - 1:17:25]. We go far and wide, as you m...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 91
After a mercifully brief intro [0:00 - 10:41] Fintan and Jon are joined by the always-excellent Melanie Ellis of Northridge Law fame. Mel joins to discuss the just-landed and much-feared UK gambling white paper, which has solved all our problems in one fell swoop [10:42 - 1:00:04]. Special thanks to our corporate overlords at www.grs-recruit.com , as ever. Oh, there might be some talk about Jon's dog's sensitive stomach in this one but it's all towards the end. And Sex And The City 2; you decide...
May 02, 2023•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 90
This week, Jon tells Fintan about some stuff that's coming up for him, which is rather exciting [0:00 - 20:05], before the chaps are joined by the effervescent Ron Atzmon who talks KYC, payments, technology and much more. He also explains why Tina Turner is a queen, and tries to convince Jon that Return of the Jedi is the best Star Wars film. Yeah, right. Like that's a thing. [20:06 - 1:15:46]. Enjoy the episode, Ron is a character! In a good way.
Apr 26, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 89
Another banger of an episode, as Jon reveals his million-dollar business idea in the intro – and Fintan agrees! AMAZING. The past tense of cling film, Fintan's next race and more are also discussed. There is even a mention of corporate overlords Gaming Recruitment Solutions ( www.grs-recruit.com ) in there. Then... It's Leo time! Leo Judkins talk about his brilliant new project aimed at those of us with sedentary jobs who want to make a change. We talk sleep coaching, habit changing, everything....
Apr 19, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 88
Fintan and Jon talk about the poor affiliates, embattled in North America in a situation that… Well, is probably fine. If only we had an expert to talk about it though! [0:00 - 28:30] Then the guest appears from above, His Eminence Richard Marcus, the legend. Richard is talking about his event, the Global Table Games and Game Protection Conference (GTGGPC for short, obv) which takes place in Las Vegas in a couple of weeks, with an absolutely stellar line-up. He also tells the story of becoming t...
Apr 13, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 87
It's a bonanza this episode! Fintan and Jon discuss the hilarious and sadly oh-so-predictable news out of the UK government regarding less-than-stellar corruption, plus Jon is relieved to learn that hypnotists are sometimes faking and he can go to shows in much greater comfort now [0:00 - 37:17]. Then the chaps are joined by Corporate Overlord Paul Sculpher of Gaming Recruitment Solutions ( www.grs-recruit.com , yes it is a hyphen) who, in a wide-ranging conversation, sets Jon straight on the ru...
Apr 06, 2023•1 hr 42 min•Season 2Ep. 86
The new episode – sponsored by Corporate Overlords Gaming Recruitment Solutions ( www.grs-recruit.com ), and published by Publishing Overlords +More Media – starts with Fintan and Jon talking about stuff, some of which may or may not be gambling related [0:00 - 19:00]. Then, thankfully, they're joined by Ros Wade who discusses Asia, with some Philippines specifics, the UAE and its potential impact on Asian revenues, and cake [19:01 - 1:05:46]....
Apr 04, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 85
Fintan and Jon do, sadly, get up to some waffling in this intro; it encompasses the previous episode and how Jon's hair plugs are doing, what happened to Dakky after his op, Joe's birthday, and Heathers: The Musical [0:00 - 30:56]. Then the Very Reverend Melanie Ellis, partner at Northridge Law joins the chaps to discuss both the language of a recent release by the UK Gambling Commission, and the huge fine levied against William Hill this week [30:58 - 1:37:22]. Mel also reveals she bakes her ow...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 38 min•Season 2Ep. 84
So Jon is off doing some medical tourism stuff in Manila and Fintan is left to press the buttons AND ask questions at the same time. Kim Lund CEO & Founder of Aftermath Interactive joins fintan to discuss, debate and chat about his thoughts on affiliate marketing and how he thinks things should be done. Big thank you to Paul and Steven at Gaming Recruitment Solutions for their on-going support of the podcast, check them out for your gambling industry recrutiment needs! The Gambling Files pod...
Mar 21, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 83
