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The Risk Takers Podcast

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Episodes

Scaling, Good Data v. Good Modeling, and Why Math People Don't Trust Math w/ Sports Projections | Ep 55

SP meets GP in the most jam-packed episode ever! Together, we dissect the intricacies of trading time for money within the gambling sphere, emphasizing the necessity of scalable skills over the fleeting tactics that may offer immediate gains but lack sustainable growth. Follow Sports Projections on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sports__proj Read Articles from Sports Projections: https://sports-projections.com/ Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling ...

Feb 01, 20241 hr 24 min

Someone Who Wins a Different Way than You IS A GOLDMINE | Ep 54

Our gut instinct when we see someone making more money than us is to explain away their success. Don't do this. If they are making more money than you, they are better at at least one aspect of betting. Learn from them! 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.goldenpa...

Jan 30, 202435 min

How to Not Get BANNED from Sportsbooks w/ Mr. Liiiimited | Ep 53

We are joined by the resident expert in Account Health - Mr. Liiiimited. We talk about: How to avoid falling out of favor w/ sportsbooks Originating 101 Why a basic understanding of stats is a CHEAT CODE Winning $150k in the DraftKings NFL contest And much more! Follow Mr. Liiiimited on twitter: https://twitter.com/MrLiimited Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education ava...

Jan 25, 20241 hr 22 min

Looking Stupid Sometimes is +EV | Ep 52

This episode is a rally cry to bettors: break from the pack, embrace profitable, albeit unpopular strategies, and remember that success often means standing alone. 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....

Jan 16, 202418 min

Bottoms Up ft. GP13 (Originating 101) | Ep 51

I break bottom-up betting down w/ a focus on the two different types: Modeling and Angles 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__Proj Want to work with my betting group?: john@goldenpants.com...

Jan 09, 202425 min

Combining Math and Common Sense for Uncommon Profit w/ JFar | Ep 50

Episode 50! And this episode DELIVERS on the milestone. We talk JFar taking on all of gambling Twitter (and being right?), the $40k bet no one knew about, and why people need to understand humans to truly "get" the math of sports betting. Follow JFar on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JFar2Nice Join JFar's Discord: https://whop.com/beat-the-books/ Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best be...

Jan 04, 20241 hr 5 min

How to Live Arb While Taking a Bath w/ SportsBetsGuy | Ep 49

Prepare to unlock the secrets of live arbitrage betting as we sit down with Brock from Odds Pulse, aka SportBetsGuy on Twitter. Step into the murky waters of live arbitrage, where the predator-prey dynamic between bettors and sportsbooks is as thrilling as the sports themselves. Give Brock a follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SportBetsGuy Check out OddsPulse: https://oddspulse.com/ Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and Spor...

Dec 28, 20231 hr 15 min

"+EV Betting" is a Dangerous Term... | Ep 48

"+EV Betting" is a popular term that can hinder you as a bettor if you don't understand it. This episode explores how EV differs from spot to spot - and how creating frameworks for that difference can lead to big profits. Please subscribe to the new TRTP YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMTxtsE3ymQdqM7usZHRAg Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education av...

Dec 26, 202317 min

Best Betting Tools, Figuring out "Why", and Bet-sizing Hacks w/ MetroMike | Ep 47

Chillest guy in sports betting, MetroMike, walks us through his process start to finish. There is tons of actionable advice in this episode - and we even talk about golf! Follow Mike on Twitter: @MetroPassMike Join Mike's Discord: https://whop.com/swt/ 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....

Dec 21, 20231 hr 26 min

When You Should Bet (Easiest way to Increase Hourly) | Ep 46

We delve into the crucial role timing plays in sports betting. As we dissect the two pivotal approaches—originating and market-based—you'll learn why savvy handicappers pay close attention to betting limits and market information as game time approaches. 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 i...

Dec 19, 202319 min

The Man Who BROKE DFS Pick'em (interview w/ PickEm Expert) | Ep 45

The undisputed champ of DFS Pick'em correlation joins us. If this episode doesn't fire you up to go hunt for some edges, then I don't know what will! Please Follow Pick'em Expert on X: @PickEmExpert Also, if you are looking to sign up for Pick'em Expert's product, below is the link (use the code GOLDENPANTS for 30% off) https://www.pickemexpert.com/ Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the be...

Dec 14, 20231 hr 10 min

Learning 7-Figure Life Skills While Gambling | Ep 44

In this episode, we delve into the contrarian mindset and how it can benefit various aspects of our lives. Discover the value of taking an unpopular stance and training your brain to embrace discomfort. Also check out the Risk Takers Podcast on YouTube!! https://www.youtube.com/@TheRiskTakersPodcast 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 f...

Dec 12, 202315 min

ROI Doesn't Matter? | Ep 43

ROI is out as a metric for measuring success in sports betting. Tune in to find out what I like better! 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__Proj Want to work with my betting group?: john@g...

Dec 09, 20239 min

How to Build a 7-figure Gambler | Ep 42

In this episode, I talk about the traits I would give someone to turn them into a 7-figure sports bettor! 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__Proj Want to work with my betting group?: john...

Dec 06, 202324 min

Bet Sizing Guide for an Optimized Life | Ep 41

Get set to discover the subtle balance between formulas and human behavior for successful bankroll management. 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__Proj Want to work with my betting group?:...

Dec 02, 20239 min

Hunting for Edges w/ Dylan Garber | Ep 40

Ever wonder how a college junior manages to beat Vegas for over six-figures? Listen to this episode w/ Dylan Garber. We discuss: - The importance of sports knowledge - Manually doing "cross platform analysis" - Specialization v. multi-sport focus And more! Get your notepad out and follow Dylan at: @dylan_garber 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...

Nov 30, 20231 hr 3 min

Q&A: Death of Correlation, Quitting Your Job, Account Health & More! | Ep 39

First ever Risk Takers Podcast Q&A! Thanks everyone for the questions - will do another of these in a couple of months. 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__Proj Want to work with my be...

Nov 28, 202343 min

Treat Your Sports Betting Like a Business | Ep 38

Are you ready to transform your sports betting game? Tune in as we unpack the concept of treating your sports betting like a business, inspired by a game-changing book I read during my online poker days, "Treat Your Poker Like a Business" by Dusty Schmidt. 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...

Nov 25, 20238 min

The 5 BEST Ways to Make Money Betting Right Now | Ep 37

Five best ways to make money betting that you can learn within a month. Ranked 5-1...and #1 will BLOW your mind (jk it's easy to guess) 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__Proj Want to wor...

Nov 21, 202320 min

When an Edge Dies | Ep 36

Frustrated with the decision of Underdog to limit correlation and its impact on your betting strategy? This episode is for you and anyone else who has seen one of their edges get nerfed. 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...

Nov 18, 202310 min

The 6 Things You MUST Know About Your Market | Ep 34

In this episode, we analyze the impacts of public tout services, book limits, and the most influential betters in your market. This information is MUST know for extracting max value from your market. 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 Spor...

Nov 14, 202320 min

Find Better Bettors | Ep 33

First Saturday episode - plan for these is to be a little more casual and focus more on off the table / mental game stuff. This episode spawned from a conversation I recently had w/ my betting partner on learning from those higher up the ladder from us. 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...

Nov 11, 20239 min

Hunting for Edges w/ Dylan Garber | Ep 40

Ever wondered how a college kid can beat Vegas in sports betting? Tune into my interview with Dylan Garber. Dylan opens up about the nuances of leveraging sports knowledge along with "cross-platform analysis" to create edges that last. Grab your notepad for this one and make sure to follow Dylan on twitter at: @dylan_garber Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education avail...

Nov 09, 20231 hr 3 min

Turning $100 into $100,000 at 19 w/ HalosPicks | Ep 32

Today I have on HalosPicks, a good friend and amazing bettor. Halo has been crushing the DFS Pick'em apps while balancing life as a full time college student. He recently cracked the $100k mark on the year - and breaks down how he got there from his initial $100 deposit onto Sleeper. Follow Halo at @HalosPicks on twitter! Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education availab...

Nov 09, 20231 hr 2 min

Who is the Sharpest Book? | Ep 31

Ever wondered why some betters lean towards one bookmaker over another or how to identify the sharpest book? In this episode, we shed light on the role of market-making books and the importance of analyzing the flow of information behind the scenes. 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...

Nov 07, 202317 min

The 3 Levels of Sharp Bonus Play | Ep 30

Bonuses are part of every sharp sports bettors arsenal. They way you utilize them changes as you grow your bankroll and your skillset. This episodes hits on important bonus topics like traveling for deposit bonuses, thinking about promos in terms of hourly, and VIP programs. Enjoy! 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...

Nov 02, 202322 min

"Be the One Other People Want to Tail" w/ Shiesty Picks | Ep 29

This week we are joined by Jason aka "Shiesty Picks" - and it's an amazing episode Shiesty walks us through his betting origin story, how to balance full time job w/ betting, breaking free of the optimizer dependence and more! Follow Shiesty on twitter at: @shiestypicks23 Join Shiesty's discord at: shorturl.at/apKZ2 Welcome to The Risk Takers Podcast, hosted by professional sports bettor John Shilling (GoldenPants13) and SportsProjections. This podcast is the best betting education available - P...

Nov 01, 202359 min

Choo-choo! (Intro to Steam Chasing) | Ep 28

In this episode we cover: Why steam chasing is really a fancy form of tailing How understanding steam chasing can improve other styles of betting Potential pitfalls of steam chasing And much more! 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 SportsP...

Oct 31, 202319 min

Talking to Models (in Sports Betting) | Ep 27

Today I try to give you a 20-minute primer on how to not epically screw up your model I discuss getting crushed by sharp books, where I think you should plan your first attack on the sports book, and of course...me pumping Billy Walter's tires more. 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...

Oct 26, 202321 min

Mamba Mentality w/ Drew Morgan | Ep 26

Today we talk with DFS Pick'em crusher Drew Morgan about his journey from $500 to $90,000+ profit in under a year betting. This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to learn what it takes to become a consistent winner. Follow Drew on Twitter: @dmprops 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....

Oct 25, 20231 hr 6 min
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