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The New England Casino and Gambling Podcast.

The New England Casino and Gambling Podcast.

By Robin "Binbin" Aubin

Brought to you by NETimeGambling.com, it's all about New England's Casinos and Recreational Gambling. We will look at news, trends, promotions, and events in New England's nine casinos and insights and tips for the recreational gambler.
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EP #2 - New England Casinos Showing Signs of Recovery.

The New England Casino and Gambling Podcast.Sep 22, 2021

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Ep #80 - Massachusetts Approves Sports-Betting

Ep #80 - Massachusetts Approves Sports-Betting

It's been a long wait in the Bay State, but Sports-betting is finally approved. So first, I look into the expectations, including availability, the agreement, and when we might expect to place our first bet. 

Aug 03, 202209:05
Ep #79 - 7 Tips For a Positive Sports Betting Experience

Ep #79 - 7 Tips For a Positive Sports Betting Experience

Sports betting can be if you a hunch, or you like the team’s colors or even the mascot. Players can rationalize whatever superstition or random event they use to justify a bet. Here are some basic tips to help make money in the long-term.
Jul 27, 202209:20
Ep #78 - Beau Rivage, Bally’s, Miguel’s Favorites

Ep #78 - Beau Rivage, Bally’s, Miguel’s Favorites

In this episode, Michael continues reviewing his Beau Rivage Trip, with coverage of Bally’s Hard Rock Casino, Bally’s Twin River Expansion and Michael favorites.
Jul 20, 202209:21
Ep #77 - Beau Rivage Junket Part 1 (Zee plane, zee plane!)

Ep #77 - Beau Rivage Junket Part 1 (Zee plane, zee plane!)

MGM runs a casino junket from Hartford, CT, directly to Beau Rivage in Biloxi, MS. Our RI correspondent, Miguel (actually, Michael, my son) took the offer for his very first casino trip to Biloxi. Here's Part 1 - next week, part 2!

Jul 13, 202209:43
Ep #76 - I Am Your Customer; Season 3 Opener

Ep #76 - I Am Your Customer; Season 3 Opener

My frustration concerning the casino industry’s decrease in hospitality and their “what have you done for me lately?” attitude, opens season three.
Jun 29, 202209:24
Ep #75 - Slot Vultures Are Watching You; 3 True Stories

Ep #75 - Slot Vultures Are Watching You; 3 True Stories

My recent Las Vegas experience brought back some memories. Casino Vultures are unscrupulous humans who prey on slot players. 3 True Stories About Slot Machine Vultures that we can all learn from.

Jun 08, 202209:28
Ep #74 - Video Poker Mistakes and Myths
May 25, 202209:52
Ep #73 - 5 Tips To Raise Your Tier Status
May 19, 202209:41
Ep #72 - Guest Justin Haapala and "What's So Good About Mohegan Sun?"

Ep #72 - Guest Justin Haapala and "What's So Good About Mohegan Sun?"

Justin Haapala is our guest as we talk about what Mohegan Sun has to offer, what makes it so good, and perks for the low-roller. We also discuss Mohegan Sun at the Virgin Hotel in Las Vegas. We also get to know Justin a little better with our NETG Lightning Round.

May 11, 202209:17
Ep #71 - Blackjack Side Bets

Ep #71 - Blackjack Side Bets

Episode 71 investigates some of the popular Blackjack side bets available today. We also look into the bigger house edge that goes along with playing them.
May 04, 202208:44
Ep #70 - Michael Trager part 2. Big Baccarat and Northeast casinos.

Ep #70 - Michael Trager part 2. Big Baccarat and Northeast casinos.

Michael Trager, founder of TravelZork, joins us once again. He talks all about Big Baccarat, the fun, superstitions, quirks and camaraderie of the game. Then, we touch on the future of casinos in the northeast.
Apr 27, 202209:34
Ep #69 - Where Did the Word Casino Come From?

Ep #69 - Where Did the Word Casino Come From?

In this episode, I look at how casinos started and where the name “casino” came from. “News In One Minute” includes the headlines of the week.
Apr 20, 202209:22
Ep #68 - Travel.Zork Founder Michael Trager and I discuss Travel, Las Vegas, & ZorkFest 2021.

Ep #68 - Travel.Zork Founder Michael Trager and I discuss Travel, Las Vegas, & ZorkFest 2021.

TravelZork.com is a fabulous website for Casinos, Casino Travel, Las Vegas, Miles & Points, and Airlines & Hotels. The Founder, Michael Trager, gives us insight into travel deals and suggestions for your next Las Vegas trip.

Apr 14, 202209:52
Ep #67 - Video Blackjack for the Low-Roller
Apr 06, 202209:60
Ep #66 - Do You Give In To Casino Trickery?
Mar 30, 202207:29
Ep #65 - Steve Ruddock's Insight Into Massachusetts Gaming, Sports Betting and the World of Poker.

Ep #65 - Steve Ruddock's Insight Into Massachusetts Gaming, Sports Betting and the World of Poker.

Born and raised in Massachusetts, Steve Ruddock is widely known as a consultant in the fields of online gaming and gambling legislation. Steve is a prolific writer in the poker and gaming industry, covering a wide variety of topics. His main focus is the ongoing legal and legislative developments in the US and the convergence of terrestrial and online gaming.
You can find his work online at NJ.com, USA Today Sports, Sporting News, PlayNJ.com, LegalSportsReport.com, OnlinePokerReport.com, as well as the print publications All-In Magazine, iGaming Business, Global Gaming Business, and Bluff Magazine.

Mar 23, 202209:16
Ep #64 - Where Do Old Slot Machines Go?
Mar 16, 202207:57
Ep #63 - March Madness Bracketology Tips
Mar 09, 202208:31
Ep #62 - We Catch Up With Cousin Vito

Ep #62 - We Catch Up With Cousin Vito

For years, Cousin Vito's podcast has been one of everyone's favorite casino podcasts. Cousin Vito always has more irons in the fire than anyone I know. So, we catch up with him "live" in the Golden Basement Casino.
Mar 02, 202209:12
Ep #61 - How Big Should Your Bankroll Be
Feb 23, 202209:38
Ep #60 - An interview With Joshua O’Connell of KnowYourSlots.com

Ep #60 - An interview With Joshua O’Connell of KnowYourSlots.com

This episode is our first with a guest. Joshua O’Connell shares his expertise concerning slot machine play as well as his background.
Feb 16, 202210:16
Ep #59 - (Archive) 7 Must Habits for Slots, Video Poker, and Video Keno

Ep #59 - (Archive) 7 Must Habits for Slots, Video Poker, and Video Keno

This is a repeat of Ep #29.
Feb 09, 202208:41
Ep #58 - 2’s, Deuces, Deuces Wild and EBH Poker News

Ep #58 - 2’s, Deuces, Deuces Wild and EBH Poker News

A special episode honoring the number “2,” including a brief overview of Deuces Wild Video Poker.
Feb 03, 202210:58
Ep #57 - Don’t Rush the Royal Flush
Jan 26, 202209:12
EP #56 - New MGM Rewards, One Man’s Opinion

EP #56 - New MGM Rewards, One Man’s Opinion

The big story is changes from MLife to MGM Rewards. How does it affect you? Here’s my opinion how it affects me.
Jan 19, 202209:02
Ep #55 - Major Gambling Innovations - Rewards Cards

Ep #55 - Major Gambling Innovations - Rewards Cards

Major Gambling Innovations - Rewards Cards Is about the most important connection between casino and its clientele, the Rewards Club Card.
Jan 13, 202209:34
Ep #54 - 2022 Is Time For Mindful Gambling

Ep #54 - 2022 Is Time For Mindful Gambling

It’s a new year. Are you looking to improve something in you gambling routine this year? Here is one important change you may want to make.
Jan 05, 202210:52
EP #53 - 2022 Will Be A Tough Year For Gamblers

EP #53 - 2022 Will Be A Tough Year For Gamblers

The title says it all. Casino companies across the country have witnessed increase in revenue without bringing back low minimums, and keeping all those poor paytables, high food and hotel prices and fees, fees, fees. All without bringing back staff.
Dec 29, 202110:45
EP #52 - ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, 2021

EP #52 - ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, 2021

A parody of this famous poem relevant to 2021. From all of us at NETG, Merry Christmas.
Dec 22, 202105:06
Ep #51 - Cruise Line Casinos and NCL Escape Report

Ep #51 - Cruise Line Casinos and NCL Escape Report

A little overview of cruise ship casinos, the Norwegian Escape and advice to Video Poker Players in cruise ship casinos.
Dec 15, 202110:49
Ep #49 - The Ultimate Guide to Casino Chips

Ep #49 - The Ultimate Guide to Casino Chips

Episode #49 answers major questions about casino chips. So, what about those round things we use for money in the casino. Read on...
Dec 04, 202111:05
Ep #50 - 5 Considerations For Casino Freebies

Ep #50 - 5 Considerations For Casino Freebies

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://netimegambling.com/5-considerations-for-casino-freebies/gambling-history/?preview_id=11599&preview_nonce=d9330eba40&preview=true
Dec 01, 202111:23
Ep #48 - Thank Notes

Ep #48 - Thank Notes

This episode is inspired by the Tonight Show and Jimmy Fallon’s “Thank-you Notes.” Special thanks to our nine New England casinos who strived to keep us safe the past year and a half.
Nov 24, 202105:28
Ep #47 - Las Vegas Trip Report

Ep #47 - Las Vegas Trip Report

NETimeGambling.com celebrated two of our staff’s birthdays. Concentrating on center Strip properties, here’s our report.
Nov 16, 202112:26
Ep #46 - MGM Springfield Trip Report

Ep #46 - MGM Springfield Trip Report

Things are ramping up in Downtown Springfield and MGM is no different. Here’s a recent trip report.
Nov 11, 202109:06
Ep #45 - Spotlight On Oxford Casino Hotel

Ep #45 - Spotlight On Oxford Casino Hotel

A few of the smaller casinos in New England don't get the attention they deserve. Oxford Casino Hotel in Maine is one of them. This podcast discusses their promotions that support their community organizations - something more casinos should consider doing.

Nov 03, 202110:23
EP #44 - Ever Play Pai Gow Poker? Here’s a Beginners Guide
Oct 26, 202109:59
Ep #43 - 3 Reasons You’re Gambling Sessions Suck
Oct 20, 202108:27
Ep #42 - Mohegan’s Sky Hotel and Arena Best Additions in 25 Year History

Ep #42 - Mohegan’s Sky Hotel and Arena Best Additions in 25 Year History

Mohegan Sun is celebrating its 25th Anniversary this month. The Sky Hotel and Arena have been the prime movers in 25 years of visitation.
Oct 13, 202109:45
Ep #41 - When Planning Your Bankroll How Much Is Enough?

Ep #41 - When Planning Your Bankroll How Much Is Enough?

Your casino bankroll requires planning for your next casino by deciding how long you're playing, what games, and what denominations
Oct 06, 202111:02
EP #40 - Dos and Donts of Recreational Gambling

EP #40 - Dos and Donts of Recreational Gambling

Whether it's the first visit or one of many visits, 15 Casino Dos and Donts For the Recreational Gambler will guide your visit to the casino
Sep 29, 202108:57
EP #2 - New England Casinos Showing Signs of Recovery.

EP #2 - New England Casinos Showing Signs of Recovery.

New England's casinos moving forward. Increased capacity, visitation and hotel reopening. New England Casinos Are Showing Signs of Recovery.
Sep 22, 202109:33
Ep #39 Blackjack Tips For Beginners
Sep 22, 202109:19
EP #38 - So, What's a Casino Host?
Sep 16, 202109:18
EP #37 - Best Gambling History Book is Roll The Bones

EP #37 - Best Gambling History Book is Roll The Bones

Roll The Bones By Dr. Schwartz The History of Gambling is a Must Read for those interestedly in gambling history from early in time to now.
Sep 08, 202110:13
EP #36 - Do you believe in casino karma?
Sep 01, 202112:30
EP #35 - Ultimate Truth About Casino Players Cards & Slot Machines

EP #35 - Ultimate Truth About Casino Players Cards & Slot Machines

The Ultimate Truth About Casino Players Cards and Slot Machines gives the truths and myths of what these rewards cards actualy do
Aug 26, 202115:07
EP #34 - The Beginner Guide to 3 Card Poker

EP #34 - The Beginner Guide to 3 Card Poker

The Beginner Guide to 3 Card Poker gives the basics of playing one of the popular table games in the casino, second only to blackjack.
Aug 18, 202110:10
EP #33 - Why Do We Play Video Poker?

EP #33 - Why Do We Play Video Poker?

Why Do We Play Video Poker? Consider the many elements, and you may see the numerous compromises we make for recreational video poker.

Aug 11, 202113:56
EP #32 - Casino Etiquette and Bad Behavior.

EP #32 - Casino Etiquette and Bad Behavior.

Ever come across bad behavior or a lack of casino etiquette when visiting the casino? Listen as I bring up examples and get a little rant in of my own.
Aug 04, 202110:44