84: 8/26: Here Comes Arizona Sports Betting!
Four sportsbooks are ready to go for the start of NFL season, and more are on the way. What do we know so far? Barstool Sportsbooks continues its US expansion, Nevada reports a huge July for sports betting, and what do we make of a sports betting deal for the Fiesta Bowl?
25m Aug 26, 2021
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83: 8/19: What we know about New York, California and Florida
There's some news out of each of these three big states when it comes to sports betting. We also provide updates on Louisiana, Maryland, Arizona and North Carolina. And another big company in sports betting is going public.
30m Aug 19, 2021
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82: 8/11: The Biggest Week In US Sports Betting History?
That's a bit of hyperbole because that would have been the day the US opened up to legal betting. But we have huge news out of New York and Florida, as well as MA in the US in excess of $3.5 billion in a week involving the likes of DraftKings and Penn National. Plus the latest on Arizona sports betting.
33m Aug 11, 2021
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81: 8/4: All Hail Caesars Sportsbook?
Caesars is getting into sports betting in earnest, retiring the William Hill brand across much of the US. But does it have what it takes to compete with the biggest operators? We also look at the most recent development in New York and Arizona sports betting and the plans on the horizon for PointsBet.
31m Aug 04, 2021
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80: What's Going On In The States?
The Legal Sports Report team looks at Massachusetts, Arizona, and New York sports betting progress. And Tipico spends $90 million on a media deal.
23m Jul 30, 2021
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79: 7/21: How Much Will It Cost To Become A New York Sportsbook?
The cost of doing business in New York could be extremely high, with revenue sharing with the state potentially exceeding any arrangement in the US. We also look into how FanDuel found its way into Connecticut, good news for Massachusetts sports betting and bad news for Maine sports betting.
30m Jul 21, 2021
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78: 7/14: New York Finally Arrives
Eight days late, the bidding requirements and scoring system for NY sports betting dropped last week. The crew discusses a Florida lawsuit and NFL data price-gouging, as well as recapping the NCLGS conference.
22m Jul 14, 2021
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77: LSR Podcast Ep. 109 - NY Sports Betting Takes The Next Step
On July 1, New York takes its next major step toward its launch of online sports betting; so what happens next? Also, we catch up with a surprise out of Florida and the future of sports betting, and Scientific Games announces it is spinning off its sports betting business.
29m Jul 05, 2021
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76: LSR Podcast Ep. 108 - Canada does it! Legal single-game sports betting is coming to Canada
We run down what you need to know about the Canada sports betting bill Parliament just passed. We talk about big deals involving Sports Illustrated and Nasdaq, plus updates on legal betting In Louisiana, Ohio, and Maine.
34m Jun 24, 2021
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75: LSR Podcast Ep. 107 - Did A Short Seller Profit From DraftKings Report?
A group called Hindenberg Research shorted DraftKings and put out a negative report. So what happened with $DKNG stock? We also run down the prospects for legalization in Ohio and Canada, and the revenue and handle numbers out of three big states: Michigan, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
25m Jun 17, 2021
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74: LSR Podcast Ep. 106 - How DraftKings Execs Cashed In
The co-founders of DraftKings just pulled in more than half a billion dollars because of the company's stock surge. How and why? Canada and Louisiana move tantalizingly close to allowing legal single-game sports betting, and an update on the issues facing Florida sports betting.
26m Jun 10, 2021
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73: LSR Podcast Ep. 105 - California Dreamin' About Sports Betting
Voters in California are going to vote on whether they get sports betting, except it won't be online if they say "yes." Plus the latest dumb policy affecting Illinois sportsbooks, and updates on where Canada and Wyoming stand on legal sports wagering.
27m Jun 02, 2021
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72: LSR Podcast Ep. 104 - Bye Bye Bovada in NY?
Why is an offshore sportsbook pulling out of a big state, and what it means for the climate for legal sports betting. We also look at how close Connecticut is to sports betting, and the odds that Canada legalizes regulated single-game wagering.
34m May 27, 2021
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71: LSR Podcast Ep. 103 - Are We Riding High On Florida Sports Betting?
The state legislature just gave the go-ahead for legal betting in the state, but potential speedbumps or roadblocks stand in the way of a launch. So what will happen in the Sunshine State? Maryland is now official for legalizing sports betting after a governor's green light, and we look at the numbers from some of the biggest states with online sportsbooks.
36m May 21, 2021
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70: LSR Podcast Ep. 102 - What Does FanDuel's CEO Leaving Mean For US Sports Betting?
Matt King stepped down as the head of the market leader in US sports betting, which already has reverberations in the industry. We also look at Wynn spinning out its online business publicly, and the good news and bad news for Illinois sports betting.
42m May 12, 2021
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69: LSR Podcast Ep. 101 - Here Comes Caesars
The William Hill brand is going away in the US; you will now be seeing Caesars Sports around the country. What does this mean for the sports betting industry in America? We also talk about the dust-up regarding Flutter and FoxBet, updates in Florida, and the big pricetag paid for a sports betting site.
36m May 07, 2021
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68: LSR Podcast Ep. 100 - A Very Special 100th Sports Betting Podcast
Florida has a real chance at legal sports betting, a fitting topic to look back at how much has changed in our first 100 podcasts and since the start of LSR. We also talk NFL gambling deals, New York, and a chat with the PGA Tour VP of Gaming.
1hr 24m Apr 29, 2021
1hr 24m
67: LSR Podcast Ep. 99 - All The Cool States Are Legalizing Sports Betting
Maryland and Arizona are poised to get online sports betting in the near future, and we also circle back on the latest in New York sports betting. We also look at numbers from the midwest sports betting states and take a look at why DraftKings needs a chief media officer.
44m Apr 14, 2021
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66: LSR Podcast Ep. 98 - Sigh, What Did You Do, New York?
New York online sports betting is coming, but it's going to be a mess in more ways than one. Illinois joined New York in doing something stupid in ending remote registration. And rejoice, Wyoming, you two will get online sportsbooks!
35m Apr 07, 2021
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65: LSR Podcast Ep. 97 - What The Heck Is Going On With New York Sports Betting?
Online sports betting is actively being negotiated as part of the NY state budget, but the outcome could be less than ideal. We also breakdown DraftKings buying the Vegas Sports Information Network, and talk about the latest shenanigans in Tennessee.
37m Apr 01, 2021
37m
64: LSR Podcast Ep. 96 - When Does 24/7 Not Mean 24/7?
Matthew Waters joins the podcast to explain what in the world is happening with suspended Tennessee sportsbook Action 24/7. Later, Matt and Adam speculate on how long it will be before your Amazon Prime subscription comes with free bets.
51m Mar 25, 2021
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63: LSR Podcast Ep. 95 - Things Trending Positively For NY Sports Betting
The news continues to be good out of New York, but will the state finally legalize sports betting this year? We also breakdown all of the revenue and handle numbers, including the first full month in Michigan. Plus what do we make of a potential FanDuel listing in the US?
28m Mar 18, 2021
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62: LSR Podcast Ep. 94 - The LOLawsuit Against FanDuel Sportsbook
FanDuel is having to deal with what looks like a frivolous lawsuit in Illinois. We also breakdown DraftKings' investor day, Gov. Cuomo's issues, and what they mean for New York sports betting, plus updates on the legalization efforts around the US.
50m Mar 12, 2021
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61: LSR Podcast Ep. 93 - Out With The Tout!
Reporter Matthew Waters joins the podcast to discuss his story on the Vegas Golden Knights ending their short-lived deal with a tout service from Mexico. Plus, a rundown of earnings calls for DraftKings and FanDuel with all the stock news you can handle.
37m Mar 03, 2021
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60: LSR Podcast Ep. 92 - The Worst Idea In The History Of Legal US Sports Betting?
The Vegas Golden Knights partnered with a sports betting pick service based in Mexico, and we break down the various ways this is an awful idea. The LSR team also runs down all of the legalization efforts across the country and we find out what "market access" in New York actually means for Barstool Sportsbook.
32m Feb 25, 2021
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59: LSR Podcast Ep. 91 - The One With All The Sports Betting Numbers
The LSR team breaks down just how big Super Bowl betting was in the US, plus the huge numbers out of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. We also get an early look at Michigan's online sports betting launch. Also, Barstool and the Superbook are going at it over a possible trademark infringement.
37m Feb 18, 2021
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58: LSR Podcast Ep. 90 - The Huge Numbers Out Of The Super Bowl
From money bet in legal US markets to the number of transactions placed online, it's clear that it was a big day for regulated sportsbook apps. But some of them also had some technical hiccups. We also touch on updates with PointsBet and the NHL, WynnBet and the status of legalization in Georgia and Arizona.
41m Feb 11, 2021
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57: LSR Podcast Ep. 89 - Super Bowl Betting Is Here
Ahead of the biggest weekend in betting, what does the landscape look like in the US? We also catch up with news for DraftKings and Barstool, as well as the big top-line number for US sports betting revenue nationwide.
32m Feb 05, 2021
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56: LSR Podcast Ep. 88 - Don't Call It A Comeback For Daily Fantasy Sports
Two big deals involving casino companies and DFS sites got made this week, based on the present and future of sports betting. We also talk about the launches in Michigan and Virginia as well as the latest on legalization efforts in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.
26m Jan 28, 2021
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55: LSR Podcast Ep. 87 - Not One, But Two Sports Betting Launches
Virginia and Michigan online sports betting are both live as of this week. What are the prospects for both markets? We also break down the latest chatter in New York, and how Barstool rose to the top of the revenue charts in Pennsylvania.
48m Jan 24, 2021
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54: LSR Podcast Ep. 86 - Good News & Bad News In NJ
New Jersey set another record for sports betting activity, almost reaching $1 billion. The bad news is that some online gambling operators are engaging in shady practices when it comes to customer withdrawals. We also look at legalization developments in New York, Texas, Arizona, Oregon and Washington. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
46m Jan 15, 2021
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53: LSR Podcast Ep. 85 - New York, New York Sports Betting?
Gov. Andrew Cuomo makes some waves by saying he wants online sports betting, but the "how" could trip things up in 2021. At least there's a chance! We also look at the proposed (and rejected) deal between MGM and Entain, as well as possible positive developments for Kentucky sports betting. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
33m Jan 08, 2021
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52: LSR Podcast Ep. 84 - Florida Sports Betting In 2021?
Florida has a sports betting bill for the new year, but don't hold your breath waiting for it to pass. We also look at how much was bet across the US in November. And Iowa becomes the latest state with a truly statewide online sports betting industry on Jan. 1. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
17m Dec 31, 2020
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51: LSR Podcast Ep. 83 - The BIGGEST First Month Of US Sports Betting Happened In...
Tennessee launches sports betting and had the most money wagered of any US market in its first month. We take a look at the Kentucky court case in which FanDuel and PokerStars' parent company owes almost a billion (with a B) dollars. And is the NFL priming the pump for kids to bet on sports with its Nickelodeon activation? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
15m Dec 26, 2020
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50: LSR Podcast Ep. 82 - So You're Telling Me There's a Chance For NY Online Sports Betting?
Gov. Andrew Cuomo brings up the possibility of online betting being a part of a revenue package. We break down the massive November numbers from New Jersey sports betting, and we take a deep dive into Michigan's online casino and sports betting launch next month. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
43m Dec 17, 2020
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49: LSR Podcast Ep. 81 - Flutter Gobbles Up FanDuel
The gaming giant buys more of FanDuel for $4.2 billion. What's it mean for US sports betting? We also look at the increasing prospects for Connecticut sports betting after a DraftKings deal in the state. And the President Donald Trump tweets that "bookies" had him at a 97% chance of winning the election. Fact check: False. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
31m Dec 11, 2020
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48: LSR Podcast Ep. 80 - US Hits $3 Billion In Sports Bets In A Month
In this episode of the LSR podcast, we break down the massive October, as more states report their sports betting numbers. Plus, there is an update on the Michigan online sports betting launch, a look ahead at what legal sports betting in Canada might look at, and which US sportsbook will be No. 3 in the US sports betting market behind DraftKings and FanDuel? Learn more about your ad-choices ...
32m Dec 02, 2020
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47: LSR Podcast Ep. 79 - OHHHHH Canada sports betting?
Our neighbors are looking at getting rid of their ban on single-game wagering. What's it mean? Nevada has a record for sports betting, but it's not all rainbows and unicorns. We also update what's going on in Ohio, Massachusetts, and... Texas? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
28m Nov 26, 2020
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46: LSR Podcast Ep. 78 - Record Sports Betting Numbers Everywhere
New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Indiana all reported huge sports betting handle numbers for sports betting in October, including $800 million in New Jersey alone. We also take a closer look at the delay for Michigan online sports betting and Bally's huge moves as it gets serious about sports gambling. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
32m Nov 19, 2020
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45: LSR Podcast Ep. 77 - Trump, Biden And Election Betting
Election odds were all the rage on Tuesday night, as Trump became a heavy gambling favorite before giving way to reality. What happened, and is election betting coming to the US? We also look at Election Day legalization efforts in Maryland, Louisiana, and South Dakota, as well as the launch of Tennessee sports betting. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
49m Nov 06, 2020
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44: LSR Podcast Ep. 76 - Tennessee-ya At The Online Sportsbook
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38m Oct 29, 2020
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43: LSR Podcast Ep. 75 - Why Were All The Fantasy Sports Sites Down?
A ransomware attack wreaked havoc on the likes of DraftKings and FanDuel. We also talk about the impending Tennessee sports betting launch, and a look at the big numbers out of PA sportsbooks. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
28m Oct 21, 2020
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42: 10/16: LSR Podcast Ep. 74 - The Latest Weirdness At Barstool Sportsbook
In what is now a weekly occurrence for the LSR podcast, we look at what's going on at Barstool. This time, is Barstool founder Dave Portnoy running the show or just a pretty face? We also look at the huge month for New Jersey sports betting and the latest media deals for DraftKings and FanDuel. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
44m Oct 16, 2020
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41: 10/7: LSR Podcast Ep. 73 - Are We Betting 5 Dimes On 5Dimes Getting Into The US?
5Dimes talked with LSR this week, and we look at the prospects of 5Dimes or other offshore sportsbooks and casinos getting into the regulated US market. DraftKings is raising almost another billion dollars and Illinois has a huge handle number as it has opened up online betting in earnest. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
36m Oct 16, 2020
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40: 5Dimes Settles With The Feds
Offshore sportsbook and casino 5Dimes paid almost $50 million to US authorities in a settlement that avoided criminal prosecution. But questions still abound. We also break down the huge Caesars and William Hill deal as well as talk to gaming industry advisor Sara Slane. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
1hr 1m Oct 01, 2020
1hr 1m
39: Awaken, Barstool
We finally get the launch of the first-ever Barstool Sportsbook app. What's it like? How will it do in Pennsylvania and beyond? Did Penn National stock quadruple after launch? Plus we take a look at the prospects for legal sports betting in Ohio and Louisiana. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
38m Sep 24, 2020
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38: The Biggest Month In US Sports Betting History
August produced record numbers for sports betting wagers with the return of major sports, including a billion dollars in New Jersey and Pennsylvania combined. We look at the pathetic numbers out of DC online betting, NFL teams with sportsbooks, and a look at responsible gambling in the US. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
47m Sep 18, 2020
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37: NBC Bets Big On PointsBet
Was this the last major media deal to be made in the US for sports betting? NBC teamed up with PointsBet in a massive deal; we break down the details. Plus Michael Jordan is now aligned with DraftKings? And will Penn National/Barstool Sports hit $200 a share? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
41m Sep 03, 2020
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36: 8/26: Loud Noises In Illinois Sports Betting
The roller coaster that is Illinois sports betting got exciting yet again, as remote registration opens up ahead of NFL season (for the second time. Some industry in-fighting between DraftKings and Rush Street makes the headlines and a breakdown of what happened with BetCris and legal sportsbooks following their lines. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
41m Aug 27, 2020
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35: 8/20: FanDuel's Very Not Good Week
Tech problems hurt one of the top online sportsbooks in the country. And it also had to pay out bets on an erroneous bet. Plus a closer look at Barstool Sports and Penn National and the results of DraftKings' first earnings call as a public company. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
45m Aug 20, 2020
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