I had a conversation with a strong player, and he posed a series of ethical questions. He estimated that if I asked this question in a crowd of people, at least 75% of players would claim they would do the right thing in each situation. But if nobody else were around, less than 50% would […]
THE POWER OF SLOT SYMBOLS IN CASINO ENTERTAINME...
This post is syndicated by the Las Vegas Advisor for the 888 casino group. Anthony Curtis comments on the 888 article introduced and linked to on this page. AC Says: For a change of pace, this article delves into game design; specifically, the origins and functions of several slot machine symbols. With many of today’s […]
Arnold Snyder Lives in Our Memories
[Editor’s Note: We continue to receive tributes to blackjack expert, writer extraordinaire, and friend of many Arnold Snyder, who passed away after succumbing to an infection in early June. This one is from Rick Blaine, author of our book Blackjack Blueprint.] After receiving the sad news that Arnold Snyder passed away, I’m reflecting on the […]
Podcast – Bob Nersesian episode 6
This is a brief episode with our favorite gambling attorney Bob Nersesian. Bob is on with breaking news for professional gamblers regarding the trespass statute in Nevada. You can reach me at [email protected], or find me on Twitter @RWM21 or @lifeisagamblepod on Threads. If you like the show please tell a friend you think might […]
Is It Worth It?
I recently posted a few blogs concerning some fine points for the strategy of 9-5 Triple Bonus Poker Plus. They discussed somewhat complicated decisions with relatively small financial impacts. After the second blog came out, a reader posted the following: I have read posts from you before that refer to getting the best value from […]
Are the Good Times Really Over for Good?
I’ve borrowed the late Merle Haggard’s 1981 song title to describe a conversation video poker players have heard hundreds of times. It’s often expressed as an argument where the premises go something like the following: Video poker pay schedules aren’t nearly as good as they used to be. Casinos have slashed their slot club benefits. […]
Podcast – Don “The Dragon” Wi...
In this episode of the podcast, I chat with Don “The Dragon” Wilson, one of the most iconic martial artists, and action stars of the 1980s and 1990s. Don talks about his fight career, and his transition from fighter to action star. You can reach me at [email protected], or find me on Twitter @RWM21 or […]
Using Your Cell Phone in the Casino in Order to...
I’ve recently written some more-complicated-than-normal (for me) articles concerning playing strategies. Today won’t be one of those! One of my regular posters, Boris from Switzerland, posted (paraphrasing): “This is fine for the advanced players. Recreational players can use a phone app to get the same information. And they’ll probably get away with it.” The reason […]
Why do rental car companies make it so tough?
I recently rented a vehicle at LAS. I booked the car in May for a late July pick up. Back in May, I was messing around on Autoslash.com and I wanted to see how much a Costco Club membership would save you on a rental car, so I punched in the info and said I […]
THE FLAWED LOGIC OF CRAPS SYSTEMS: UNCOVERING T...
This post is syndicated by the Las Vegas Advisor for the 888 casino group. Anthony Curtis comments on the 888 article introduced and linked to on this page. AC Says: This article corrects the errant thinking that there are ways to hedge bets in craps that will overcome the house advantage. Author John Grochowski addresses […]
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