Big Betting Balagan
18 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -Betting and gaming industry veterans Dan Phillips, Lee Richardson and Vigne Kozacek bring you the first of a regular series of podcasts. Aside from being a good excuse to chew the fat, they will deliver 30 minutes of interesting, entertaining and informative topical industry discussion and debate, plus breaking news, as well as guests and future Q&A sessions. In this pilot episode the 'lads' discuss what to expect at ICE 2020, now just days away; they cover the do’s and don’ts, and what to look out for during the busiest week of the year! If you enjoy listening, then please subscribe and rate us.
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Episodes
Episode 18 – Spotlight on the Greek Market
November 01, 2020 13:16 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBWith a focus on all things Greek Betting and Gaming, the guys are joined today by specialist George Merodoulakis who shares his knowledge of this developing market. In other news, William Hill as well as booming online numbers, retail woes and an update on problem gambling statistics are discussed. Vigne also enlightens us on the impact of email Spearphishing…! Whilst Lee gives out an exclusive and early Cheltenham 2021 tip. This BBB episode is also simulcasted from our dedicated YouTube chan...
Episode 17 – Have ‘We’ Got News for You?
October 18, 2020 14:53 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBVideo meets Audio today as the guys simulcast this episode via their dedicated YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyGf4Uj_ppLUELrRVvoFWRA, as well as from all the usual podcast places. Without a guest, they get under the skin of the big stories of the day with global updates from the US, German and UK markets. Big name companies including 5Dimes, Sci Games, 888 & Will Hill get a mention along with Covid (of course). Vigne gets ‘techy’ on us with a master class on the benefits ...
Episode 16 – Talk from The Top with Chris Ash
October 12, 2020 20:37 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBWith a focus on Slots this week, the guys caught up with Chris Ash who founded the hugely successful ‘Ash Gaming’ studio discussing his view on the future of what is a pillar of revenue for the industry. GVCs recent results and plans also came under the spotlight as did news of Betfair’s expansion in LATAM, as well as big deals for GAN & Wynn. The upcoming US elections and proposed State by State referendums on betting generated some interesting debate and frustration! Look out for #17 in a...
Episode 15 – Talk from The Top with horse racing and betting legend Vincent Caldwell
October 04, 2020 17:48 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBHorse Racing legend Vincent Caldwell joined the guys today sharing some amazing and hair-raising stories from his years in the industry. He also updates on his new Virtual Sports product which is set take the US by storm. The Caesars / Will Hill deal, of course, gets a thorough going over, along with some interesting moves from Scientific Games. Also and by popular demand Vignes ‘Top Tech Tip’ makes a welcome return! Don’t forget to like, rate, review and subscribe and check out the full back...
Episode 14 - Live from the Barcelona Digital Summit
September 15, 2020 08:49 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBIn our biggest and most ambitious outing to date, the guys ‘go live’ in Video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DPDW959pRI) as well as audio, and as part of the SBC digital event. With top calibre guests including Steve Ketteley, Gerry O'Sullivan and Rob Dowling, they discuss regulation, recruitment plus the usual news updates and audience interaction. Watch or listen now as they push the podcast boundaries in this unmissable episode and don’t forget to like, rate, review and subscribe and ch...
Episode 13 – Almost Live…
September 02, 2020 22:17 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBWith news and rumours of mergers, acquisitions and rolling heads, this shorter than usual episode is packed with insight, banter and gossip, plus a hot tip from Lee for the Kentucky Derby! The guys also preview their forthcoming ‘Live’ podcast on the 11th September which is being held during the SBC Barcelona Event. Free registration is open now at https://sbcevents.com for this not to be missed Pod where our special guests will include Steve Ketteley from Wiggin who will give us all the la...
Episode 12 - Gambling Addiction: Topical or Taboo…?
August 23, 2020 17:44 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBFormer addict and now certified Psychotherapist and Addiction Specialist Jason Shiers joined us today for what was a very honest and at times tough discussion on an important issue that the industry needs to do more to address. Jason talks the guys through his personal experiences and how he and others like him are providing the voice of the punter to regulators and operators. In other news, we discuss continued COVID proof online trading numbers and are very excited to announce the first-e...
Episode 11 – Content is King
August 09, 2020 12:01 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBUS sport and content specialist Ryan Knuppel joined us today imparting some great insight into how to stand out from the crowd in the US. We also discuss his views and frustrations on the slow State by State rollout of betting and gaming among other fascinating topics. COVID (of course) and Parliamentary Committee (diatribes) on the latest suggested directives to the industry to reduce problem gaming boils the blood of the guys! There is even an alleged suggestion that Trump and China are i...
Episode 10 – Talk from The Top with Richard Flint
July 19, 2020 16:58 - 57 minutes - 53 MBThe former Sky Betting and Gaming Chief, Richard Flint joined us for today’s pod imparting some great stories and insight from his time there and leading up to and being part of what is now the Flutter behemoth. The guys also dig a little deeper into the continued fall out and potential industry knee jerk reaction of the UK recommendations on tackling problem gaming. Covid19 rears its ugly head once again as we see G2E as a physical event fall by the wayside, and Vigne reminds us why we ign...
Episode 9 – Talk from The Top with Neil Goulden
July 12, 2020 15:44 - 54 minutes - 50 MBToday’s pod premieres the first in a series of interviews with some of the heaviest hitters in the industry with the current Gamesys chairman Neil Goulden joining us. The guys also get under the skin of the new Parliamentary committee recommendations on tackling problem gaming and debate the merits of being NASDAQ or London listed. Vigne’s ‘Top Tech Tip’ makes a welcome return whilst Lee puts his reputation on the line with Horse Racing tips for those who share the pod in our ‘Big up the Bala...
Episode 8 – AI, has Judgement Day Arrived?
June 21, 2020 15:32 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBWith a focus on big data, algorithms and how this tech will change our lives, we hear from AI expert Chris Conroy who gives Vigne the lowdown on this fascinating field of data science, and which is already central to marketing and RG operations across the industry. Dan and Lee ask the non-techy questions and clarify that this is not the prequel to the Terminator movies! Other topics discussed include the pending resumption of sport and further pressure from the regulator and media for the i...
Buffet or Bust? PASPA 2-years on…
June 13, 2020 14:12 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBAnother bumper episode brings you an update on all the activity Stateside, with plenty of stats, news from the movers and shakers and even a suggestion of what stock to invest in! The guys tear into the mobile apps on offer to the US punter and look forward to how iGaming will upset the Sports applecart, and which States are prime to go live next. In addition they introduce their latest feature to reward listeners with free horse racing tips in return for sharing the pod in the ‘Big up The Ba...
The Big Compliance Show Down
May 24, 2020 12:43 - 51 minutes - 47 MBThe guys are back, and this week premier a new panel show format into the pod! With some expert guests from the world of compliance, Dan, Lee and Vigne pose them some tough and topical questions with the added pressure of answering against a timer – who will be the winner...? They also touch on the resumption of sport, as well as the pros and cons of digital conferences. Dan and Lee also make an admission on their technical deficiencies in Vignes recent (and now fully recovered) Man Flu absen...
The view from the front
April 26, 2020 02:06 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBMore than a month into lockdown and without any sport to discuss let alone bet on, the guys examine what is quickly becoming the new norm of rumour, conjecture, and the best ways to navigate these uncharted waters. From scam artists to responsible gaming as well as charitable efforts, and in some cases huge profits, they talk themselves through a gamut of emotions from cynicism to uplifting tales of humanity. They are supported this week with expert insight from those on the front lines inclu...
The Next Big Bet...? Emerging Markets Special
April 06, 2020 23:57 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBIn which the guys find out how different countries and cultures are dealing with social distancing by falling into the national stereotype traps! With the small talk done they thankfully focus their efforts on the future upside of new market entry (as and when C-19 becomes a dark and distant memory.) They get under the skin of operating across Africa, and touch on LATAM; in both cases challenging the pre-conceptions and advise on best practice. They are also supported by some expert insight...
The ‘WTF are we going to bet on now?’ Special
March 18, 2020 00:00 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBSafely ensconced in their bunkers deep underground, the guys are back for an emergency podcast to discuss all things COVID19 and how it is affecting the industry that provides us all with a living. They focus on the people impact, as well as the winners, losers and potential opportunities that will come out of this. There is even time for a quick game of ‘BS Bingo’! All things being well they will be back for #4 which will focus on emerging markets in a couple of weeks’ time. Plea...
The Big Tech Talk
February 26, 2020 00:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBThe guys are back and this time talking technology. They discuss what is coming, what to avoid and crucially how to get your CEO to buy into it! Hot topics include AI, Facial Recognition, Big Data and 5g among others. Luckily, they are led on this by their very own Vigne Kozacek or via his super-hero pseudonym ‘Mr Tech’! Dan finds out how technology can improve his mood after a Spurs home defeat, and Lee gives us his ‘cast iron’ tip for the Cheltenham racing festival! Don’t forget...
Big Betting Balagan Pilot
January 16, 2020 00:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBBetting and gaming industry veterans Dan Phillips, Lee Richardson and Vigne Kozacek bring you the first of a regular series of podcasts. Aside from being a good excuse to chew the fat, they will deliver 30 minutes of interesting, entertaining and informative topical industry discussion and debate, plus breaking news, as well as guests and future Q&A sessions. In this pilot episode the ‘lads’ discuss what to expect at ICE 2020, now just days away; they cover the do’s and don’ts, and...