Daily Wager
726 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 593 ratingsA fast-paced daily companion podcast to ESPN's television show of the same name, featuring many of the same names and voices, plus bonus "Daily Wager Extra" episodes around the biggest events and the biggest opportunities on the sports wagering calendar.
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Episodes
Gambling on Sports When Sports Are Shut Down
April 14, 2020 12:42 - 22 minutesUkrainian table tennis. League of Legends. Madden computer simulations. These were not the options you were expecting to see on your gambling apps come springtime. But since all major sports were shut down in mid-March, sportsbooks in the U.S. and offshore are seeing a wide array of unconventional betting lines serve their starved clientele. "Daily Wager" host Doug Kezirian joins the show to tell us about the stranger sports gambling options being offered, as well as the heightened interest i...
No Sports, No Betting?
April 03, 2020 17:32 - 29 minutesDoug Kezirian chats with ESPN Chalk reporter David Purdum about the current state of the sportsbook industry and the pandemic's economic impact on Las Vegas, as well as the betting futures of both esports and simulated video games.
Embracing Gambling
March 06, 2020 22:57 - 40 minutesDoug Kezirian hosts in front of a live audience at the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference and is joined by Atlanta Hawks CEO Steve Koonin and sports analytics guru and "Bet The Process" co-host, Jeff Ma. They discuss numerous topics from how sports leagues are embracing gambling and how media can better serve fans in the growing space.
Baseball Is Back
February 28, 2020 20:43 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian previews the MLB season with Buster Olney (2:42), discussing season win totals, teams that may surprise or fall below expectations, and intriguing odds for individual awards. Plus, oddsmaker John Murray shares sharp and public plays. (44:06)
Let's Talk NBA Storylines
February 18, 2020 22:04 - 40 minutesDoug Kezirian chats with pro bettor Erin Rynning about NBA storylines entering the season's second half. They discussed the top teams against the spread (4:57), Rookie of the Year odds (10:51), MVP odds (22:05), and where to find value on adjusted season win totals (24:36
The Greatest Upset
February 12, 2020 21:14 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian visits with pro bettor Preston Johnson on the nuances of modeling, certain narratives and why the small-ball Rockets are mathematically fascinating. Plus, oddsmaking legend Jimmy Vaccaro shares stories about booking the historic upset of Buster Douglas over Mike Tyson on the 30-year anniversary (42:00)
Vegas Wins Again
February 05, 2020 21:10 - 53 minutesDoug Kezirian puts a bow on the Super Bowl with oddsmaker John Murray and also tackles some NBA topics with pro bettor Preston Johnson (27:30).
It All Comes Down To This
January 28, 2020 23:14 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian previews the Super Bowl with ESPN legend and "The Swami", Chris Berman, ESPN writer Bill Barnwell and Las Vegas oddsmaker John Murray. They all weigh in with a pick on the game and plenty of prop bets.
Zion's Back
January 22, 2020 19:33 - 1 hourSuper Bowl betting has begun. Oddsmaker John Murray joins Doug Kezirian to discuss early action. (45:11) But first, Doug chats with professional bettor Erin Rynning about Zion's debut and other NBA topics (3:28) and with VSiN's Matt Youmans about the college basketball landscape. (19:04)
Championship Weekend
January 16, 2020 22:50 - 48 minutesDoug Kezirian breaks down the NFL conference championship games with oddsmaker John Murray and his best pays (8:10). Also, UFC analyst Chael Sonnen explains why Cowboy Cerrone has betting value against Conor McGregor at UFC 246 (3:00)
Monster Football Weekend
January 09, 2020 22:28 - 44 minutesDoug Kezirian previews a monster football weekend with oddsmaker John Murray and VSIN's Matt Youmans (32:30). They have analysis and plays for NFL Division weekend and the CFP national championship, including Doug's favorite play on the title game.
Wild Card Weekend
January 02, 2020 22:15 - 36 minutesDoug Kezirian visits with oddsmaker John Murray to recap a wonky Week 17 and all season-long bets. Then they breakdown Bills/Texans and Titans/Patriots (11:10). Followed by Vikings/Saints and Seahawks/Eagles on Sunday (18:40). Finally, the Baby Bankroll Bonanza as Doug is making a comeback against Murray (29:00)
Final Stretch of Bowl Games
December 31, 2019 00:07 - 58 minutesDoug Kezirian visits with VSIN's Matt Youmans and oddsmaker John Murray (33:40) to break down the remaining bowl games and offer their top picks.
Careful betting week 17
December 26, 2019 22:39 - 45 minutesDoug Kezirian is joined by oddsmaker John Murray to break down the wonky Week 17 lines and how the unknown status of some players impact the odds.
College Football Bowl Games Prievew Round 2
December 24, 2019 21:02 - 47 minutesDoug Kezirian is joined by VSIN's Matt Youmans and oddsmaker John Murray (26:50) to discuss the second group of bowl games. They also break down the CFP semifinal games and offer their best plays.
Ugly Favorites
December 19, 2019 19:15 - 53 minutesDoug Kezirian previews the Week 16 card with oddsmaker John Murray, discussing how all the playoff scenarios impact the point spread and which games will decide the sportsbooks' bottom line. Also, Mike Clay offers three prop plays (44:20)
Bowl Games Are Here
December 18, 2019 21:11 - 47 minutesDoug Kezirian analyzes the first wave of bowl games with VSIN's Matt Youmans and oddsmaker John Murray, discussing significant line moves, weather issues and potential flat spots (33:20)
Don't Call It A Comeback
December 12, 2019 20:11 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian visits with oddsmaker John Murray to break down a Week 15 card full of flat spots, perceived mismatches and must-win situations. Mike Clay also chimes in with a few prop bets (52:00)
Hanging Around
December 05, 2019 19:34 - 55 minutesDoug Kezirian visits with oddsmaker John Murray to discuss a rough primetime game for sportsbooks and the key games for the coming weekend. Plus, Mike Clay offers two prop bets (47:45)
Championship Week
December 04, 2019 21:27 - 50 minutesDoug Kezirian picks some conference title games with professional bettor Paul Stone. Plus, Doug visits with oddsmaker John Murray ahead on where the main action entering the final CFP Rankings (29:00).
MVP Odds
November 27, 2019 19:44 - 45 minutesThe handicapping starts early on this holiday week. Doug Kezirian discusses key NFL games with oddsmaker John Murray and how Lamar Jackson's MNF performance is impacting the futures market.
Rivalry Week
November 27, 2019 10:32 - 54 minutesDoug Kezirian chats with oddsmaker John Murray shares sharp plays he's seen this week. Plus, ESPN analytics guru Brad Edwards to discuss the marquee CFB rivalry games as well as intriguing handicapping scenarios (23:50)
Par For The Course
November 21, 2019 19:35 - 59 minutesDoug Kezirian recaps One parlay bettor nearly turns $20 into $50K. Oddsmaker John Murray recaps a winning NFL weekend for the public and looks ahead to the coming weekend. (3:50) Plus, Mike Clay remains scorching hot with prop bets (50:00)
Educating The Next Generation
November 20, 2019 22:25 - 59 minutesDoug Kezirian shares his favorite college football plays with professional bettor Paul Stone, who also offers his top four plays. Plus, oddsmaker John Murray relays what sharp plays he's seen from respected bettors (35:00)
False Alarm
November 14, 2019 20:43 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian recaps a huge NFL weekend for sportsbooks with oddsmaker John Murray and looks ahead to significant games for the upcoming weekend. Plus, Mike Clay tries to stay hot after a 5-0 record on prop bets.(50:20)
Style Points
November 13, 2019 20:05 - 59 minutesDoug Kezirian discussed all the intriguing college football lines with oddsmaker John Murray and professional bettor Paul Stone (29:11). Ohio State is laying 50 points in conference play and lowly Northwestern is laying 40 points. Also, how much do "style points" factor into handicapping?
New Rules
November 07, 2019 21:46 - 57 minutesDoug Kezirian chats with oddsmaker John Murray about the NFL Week 10 card and discuss a surprise move by Bill Belichick that impacted all sorts of odds. Plus, Mike Clay looks to stay hot with his props. (45:50)
Matchup of the Century
November 06, 2019 22:17 - 50 minutesDoug Kezirian offers some plays with VSiN's Matt Youmans, as they highlight the best situational handicaps. Plus, oddsmaker John Murray shares plays from behind the counter (33:15)
Mr. Executive Director/Champion
October 31, 2019 17:47 - 56 minutesDoug Kezirian welcomes oddsmaker John Murray to discuss the upcoming NFL card and why the Patriots/Ravens game will likely be the season's most heavily-bet game. Plus, Mike Clay offers five prop bets (47:30)
Joe Burrow for Heisman?
October 30, 2019 21:03 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian visits with professional bettor Erin Rynning for a light college football card, discussing the value on fading teams like Northwestern and Maryland. Also, oddsmaker John Murray shares play from respected bettors (36:30)
Sorry Tuco
October 24, 2019 11:32 - 54 minutesDoug Kezirian previews the upcoming NFL weekend with oddsmaker John Murray, discussing how point spreads continue to be decided by questionable coaching and dramatic endings.
Bet The First Half
October 23, 2019 22:36 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian is joined by professional bettor Erin Rynning to discuss the college football card (3:00), and they also preview the upcoming NBA season (58:50). Plus, oddsmaker John Murray also joins for some sharp college football plays (34:00)
NBA Is Finally Here
October 21, 2019 22:37 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian previews the NBA season with ESPN analytics gurus Kevin Pelton and Andre Snellings. They discuss season win totals, MVP odds and Rookie of the Year longshots.
Tuco
October 17, 2019 19:28 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian is joined by oddsmaker John Murray to break down the NFL card and discuss which teams' power rankings have changed the most. Also, Mike Clay weighs in with his best prop bets (1:03:00)
CFB and NBA Preview
October 16, 2019 20:47 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian is joined by professional bettor Preston Johnson to break down Week 8 of the college football season and also preview the upcoming NBA season with plays on win totals, futures and season prop bets. (44:00)
We Need Smarter Coaches
October 10, 2019 18:25 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian visits with oddsmaker John Murray, handicapping the entire NFL card and discussing how questionable kicking decisions impact betting lines.
Kicking Is For Losers
October 09, 2019 19:50 - 59 minutesDoug Kezirian is joined by VSiN's Matt Youmans to break down the college football card. Oddsmaker John Murray also joins the show to offer plays from behind the counter (37:30)
NFL Week 5 Preview
October 03, 2019 21:44 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian breaks down the Week 5 card with oddsmaker John Murray. Also, Mike Clay offers four prop bets for the primetime games (53:16)
CFB Week 6 Preview
October 03, 2019 01:30 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian chats with professional bettor Erin Rynning about some CFB sides and totals that catch their eyes. Also, oddsmaker John Murray offers plays from behind the counter, and analytics guru Brad Edwards shares what he found with a deep dive into some of the nation's top teams.
NFL Week 4
September 26, 2019 20:11 - 52 minutesDoug Kezirian previews the Week 4 card with oddsmaker John Murray, highlighting two undefeated teams as home underdogs and whether the Cowboys will pass their first true test. Plus, Mike Clay with seven props.
CFB Week 5 Preview
September 26, 2019 01:41 - 59 minutesDoug Kezirian breaks down the college football card with VSiN's Matt Youmans, discussing the big favorites and also offering plays in the Pac-12 and Big Ten. Plus, oddsmaker John Murray shares sharp plays from behind the counter.
The Public Loves Road Favorites
September 19, 2019 19:58 - 54 minutesDoug discusses the historic spreads with the Dolphins and Jets. Oddsmaker John Murray previews week 3 in the NFL. Plus, ESPN's Mike Clay has prop bets (42:55)
CFB Week 4
September 18, 2019 22:36 - 45 minutesDoug Kezirian is joined by Phil Steele as they break down a handful of games. Plus, oddsmaker John Murray (26:15) joins to discuss questionable coaching decisions and which teams have received early sharp action.
NFL Week 2
September 12, 2019 17:32 - 57 minutesWhich teams warranted the biggest adjustments? Doug reacts to week 1 with oddsmaker John Murray and previews week 2. Plus, Mike Clay (41:40) offers up 5 prop bets
CFB Week 3
September 11, 2019 21:18 - 57 minutesDoug Kezirian visits with professional bettor Paul Stone to break down this weekend's college football card. Also, oddsmaker John Murray shares some sharp plays.
NFL Week 1
September 05, 2019 18:16 - 57 minutesDoug Kezirian breaks down the Week 1 card with Westgate oddsmaker John Murray and offers his top plays (1:39). Mike Clay also shares his 5 best prop bets for the opening weekend (46:00).
CFB Week 2
September 04, 2019 19:27 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian breaks down the Week 2 college football slate with VSIN's Matt Youmans (1:44), John Murray of the Westgate SuperBook (30:30) and analytics guru Brad Edwards (44:
CFB Week 2
September 04, 2019 19:27 - 1 hour - 5.85 MBDoug Kezirian breaks down the Week 2 college football slate with VSIN's Matt Youmans (1:44), John Murray of the Westgate SuperBook (30:30) and analytics guru Brad Edwards (44:
CFB Week 1
August 29, 2019 00:27 - 1 hour - 5.85 MBDoug Kezirian offers picks and breaks down the college football Week 1 slate with Phil Steele, VSIN's Matt Youmans and Vegas oddsmaker John Murray.
CFB Week 1
August 29, 2019 00:27 - 1 hourDoug Kezirian offers picks and breaks down the college football Week 1 slate with Phil Steele, VSIN's Matt Youmans and Vegas oddsmaker John Murray.