The Favorites Sports Betting Podcast
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Today Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are joined by a very special guest. Keith O'Brien is an award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author, with a new book more relevant this week than he ever imagined. Titled "CHARLIE HUSTLE: THE RISE AND FALL OF PETE ROSE AND THE LAST GLORY DAYS OF BASEBALL," the book outlines the gambling investigation into Pete Rose and his gambling habits, covertly conducted by Major League Baseball. The trio discuss the parallels between Rose and the Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani, the international megastar ensnared in his own betting scandal this week. We hear comparisons between the modern sports universe and that of the 1970s and 1980s, the conduct of the office of the commissioner, and the changing role of MLB with their newfound embrace of legal sports betting. And speaking of legal sports wagering, for North Carolina listeners looking for the best sportsbook sign-up offers, those can be found via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The NFL announced games will be played on Christmas Day again this holiday season, a present to gamblers yearning for an excuse to avoid their families. Also a gift? Hearing Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter discussing the latest NFL moves in free agency and trades, with the NFL Draft just one short month away. Together they discuss the divisions they feel are up for grabs, the biggest signings of the offseason thus far, the rise and fall of Justin Fields and so much more. Plus, we hear about a potential JJ McCarthy smokescreen at the top of the first round. And if you're in North Carolina looking for the best sportsbook sign-up offers, check out this link to see them all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Selection Sunday has delivered a lopsided bracket for gamblers to feast upon this week, as March Madness enters full swing on Thursday. Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are joined by their colleague Stuckey, host of the Big Bets On Campus podcast and one of the most respected college hoops bettors anywhere. Together they go through the first round matchups he loves, futures bets he's playing, frauds he's identified and so much more. So jump on in, give this a listen, and get in on the fun of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament! And for North Carolina bettors looking for the best sportsbook sign-up offers, check out the link here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today we're joined by passionate gambler Chris Long, a two-time Super Bowl champion and the host of the beloved Green Light podcast. Together with Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter, Chris talks about betting the NFL, late night mistakes, fading the public, the NFL Draft and so much more. Plus, we hear Simon's surprising connection to Chris' brother-in-law, plus why Chris made his wife sign a binding contract that's still taped to their fridge. And for our North Carolina listeners looking for the best sportsbook sign-up offers, just follow this link: https://www.actionnetwork.com/online-sports-betting/north-carolina-best-apps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sunday night is the 96th presentation of the Academy Awards. And as we do every year at this time, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome a true Hollywood insider to help us profit on it. A top talent manager at Mosaic in Los Angeles, Lasker was recently named one of the 40 Most Powerful People in Comedy by the Hollywood Reporter and is more importantly a true Oscars savant. Together the trio go through their picks for movies to bring home hardware on Sunday night, including Oppenheimer, Barbie, Killers of the Flower Moon and more. And for our North Carolina listeners looking for the best sportsbook sign-up offers, just follow this link: https://www.actionnetwork.com/online-sports-betting/north-carolina-best-apps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The NFL announced a significant increase to the salary cap last week. Teams are making their franchise tag decisions. The NFL Combine commences in Indianapolis. A lot is happening in the world of the NFL right now, as the league continues its preeminent status on the sports calendar all year 'round. Together Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter convene to discuss the latest news in the NFL from a betting perspective, including comparing the New England Patriots to the post-Michael Jordan Chicago Bulls. Plus, we hear about the salary cap making the AFC South chaotic from a betting perspective, the status of JJ McCarthy and Drake Maye, and so much plus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The long NFL offseason is underway, with ten more weeks until the NFL Draft. But Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter still have plenty to discuss, diving into the biggest NFL topics leading into free agency next month. Is Pittsburgh's quarterback room doomed for next season? Without draft capital, can the Broncos become winners again from salary cap hell? What is happening with Justin Fields? Are the Titans the next Texans? All of these and so much more, plus the impact of the 49ers' firing of Steve Wilkes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The confetti has been swept up, the Kansas City Chiefs are once again the Super Bowl champions. Just how legendary is Patrick Mahomes as a quarterback? How historic was this underdog victory? Will anyone be giving points to this team again? All these questions and more answered by Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter, who go through all the angles for Super Bowl LVIII. Later, we're joined by Director of Research Evan Abrams to frame up the game from a historical and data perspective. And we close the show with Chad and Simon's favorite early angles for the 2024 season. Plus, we hear why Simon was in Hawaii all season, and why he's back on the East Coast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The biggest event of the sports calendar is nearly here, as the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers get ready to square off in Las Vegas. Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return like a roundhouse from Swayze with their final episode of the NFL season, giving their top bets for the big game. They also describe their plans for the Super Bowl, the atmosphere in Las Vegas so far, and we check in with Action's Director of Research Evan Abrams for a final historical data dive into the game. And to all of those who have listened and watched our show all season, thank you! The entire Action Network team wishes you and your loved ones a very profitable and entertaining Super Bowl. May all your longshot prop dreams come true! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
As Las Vegas teems with activity in the build up to Super Bowl LVIII, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome on colleagues Chris Raybon and Nick Giffen to talk all things prop betting for the big game. Together they run through a half dozen of their favorite plays, including Super Bowl MVPs, a first rushing attempt pick, and plenty more. Plus, we hear from the winner of The Favorites Podcast bet365 Super Bowl Prop Contest, whose winning submission is now available on bet365 under Super Bowl Specials. Our thanks to all who entered! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Action Network Director of Research Evan Abrams is the guest for our dive into the best Super Bowl trends. Hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter hear Evan break down the history of Super Bowls wins versus covers, whether experience matters at the quarterback position, the recent struggles of the NFC, why momentum matters and so much more! Everything you need to make smarter gambles on the road to betting Super Bowl LVIII. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
As the Chiefs and 49ers settle into their hotel rooms in Lake Las Vegas, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to preview all things betting for Super Bowl LVIII. Together they go through the early opportunities for the side and total, plus answer some burning questions. Is the luck running out for Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs? Or is it Brock Purdy and the 49ers who have been punching above their weight? And we also introduce our new bet365 Super Bowl Prop Contest, where one of our lucky winners will get their own custom prop posted on bet365 to receive real life bets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Super Bowl LVIII is set! The Kansas City Chiefs will once again face the San Francisco 49ers for a chance at the Lombardi Trophy. To discuss how we got here, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to break down the AFC and NFC Championships from every angle. Dan Campbell dies by the sword with multiple failed fourth down attempts. Lamar Jackson can't take the Ravens to the Promised Land versus underdog Patrick Mahomes. But with two incredible games in the books today, only the biggest game of them remains, kicking off two weeks from today in Las Vegas. Is now the time to bet Mahomes again as a Super Bowl underdog? Does Brock Purdy have what it takes to bring San Francisco another title? All this and more on today's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Just three games remain in the NFL season. That's three opportunities left for NFL gamblers to profit! Here to discuss all things betting for NFL Conference Championship weekend are Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter, who cover the Lions at 49ers and Chiefs at Ravens. We also get a ton of stats and information from Action Director of Research Evan Abrams, who digs up a Buffalo hangover nugget that's too crazy to ignore this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
An incredible Sunday of NFL playoff action looms, and Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to break down the AFC and NFC Championship games. The Kansas City Chiefs visit Baltimore to take on the Ravens. Is Mahomes as an underdog too juicy to pass up? And with Lions visiting the 49ers by the Bay, is this a dominating performance by Christian McCaffrey? We hear all their feelings on both matchups, plus a tease for Thursday's episode and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After a tough Divisional Round playoff slate, Action Network NFL hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return for a recap of all four games and a preview of the Conference Championships ahead. Patrick Mahomes got the best of Josh Allen yet again in the postseason. Detroit motors to a victory against Tampa Bay. The 49ers hang tough versus the Packers and the Ravens overwhelm the Texans. Now the stage is set, and we're ready to bet the penultimate weekend of the NFL season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The best teams in the NFL are all playing this weekend, with Super Bowl dreams hanging in the balance. Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return with their top bets for the NFL Divisional Round, with a Big Balls Bet of the Week, a moneyline round robin, and so much more. Plus, we hear a round of Sharp Calls to get the opinions of professional gamblers who listen to the show. Are the Texans the play in Baltimore? Will the Bills finally overwhelm the Chiefs? And will the Tampa Bay Bucs hang tough in Detroit? All these questions answered and more, along with all the stats and trends you need from Action Director of Research Evan Abrams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The last loaded NFL slate of the season is here! But dry your eyes, because Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are here to break down every matchup and talk all things gambling for the NFL playoff's Divisional Round. Fresh off a brilliant 4-0 performance last week against the spread, together they discuss the potential fates of the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers, the top seeds in each conference who have enjoyed a much-needed layoff. The Kansas City Chiefs are visiting Buffalo and the Lions' Super Bowl dreams are still alive! Plus, we get their Executive Decision and Simon Says bets, some data and trends from Director of Research Evan Abrams, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With four games done and two games yet to kickoff, Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter join a raucous live crowd in Hoboken, New Jersey to discuss the three NFL Wild Card games that have concluded. Together they talk about the highs and lows of the Saturday and Sunday matchups, including a victory lap over the Texans and Packers. We hear from Sam, the Favorites contest second-place finisher, who flew in for the festivities. And we get Chad and Simon's favorite plays for the Eagles versus the Buccaneers on Monday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kickoff the NFL playoffs is quickly approaching, and Action Network NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are ready! Together they go through all six games to provide their favorite sides and totals, including their Big Balls Bet of the Week. They also have their top moneyline underdogs, a trove of NFL playoff data from Evan Abrams, and so much more. And this is your last shot! If you want to join us LIVE for our free Wild Card Weekend events in Hoboken, RSVP now for Saturday January 13th or Sunday January 14th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Wild Card Weekend is here, with games spread out over three glorious days. Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return with breakdowns on all six games, including the CJ Stroud Show in Houston and a blustery duo of games in Kansas City and Buffalo. Together our own blustery duo give their picks and leans for every game, while celebrating the successful conclusion of The Favorites Podcast $100,000 Pro Football Pick 'Em Contest, which crowned a first place winner on Sunday night. And if you haven't RSVP'd yet for our free LIVE events this weekend, don't delay! Join us for a Wild Card Watch and Wager party with free drinks, Saturday January 13th and Sunday January 14th in Hoboken, New Jersey! 12 - CLE HOU 21 - MIA KC 28 - PIT BUF 35 - GB DAL 43 - LAR DET 48 - PHL TB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The NFL regular season is a wrap! Wild Card Weekend looms for Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter, and the playoff picture is nearly set in stone. The Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins square off in Florida tonight to decide the AFC East, but before they do our dynamic duo recaps all the action from across the NFL landscape. They also bring on Big Bets On Campus co-host Michael Calabrese, who discusses his wild $16,000 parlay that culminates tomorrow night at the College Football Playoff National Championship game in Houston. And if you want to join the FREE Favorites Podcast LIVE events on NFL Wild Card Weekend, RSVP now for Saturday January 13th or Sunday January 14th in Hoboken, New Jersey! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The NFL regular season comes to a close this week, and the air is heavy with playoff intrigue. Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to give their favorite picks for the NFL Week 18 slate, including some massive opportunities in the AFC. We will all be treated to a Sunday Night Football showcase in Miami, but before that the boys want to get down and dirty with the Carolina Panthers one more time. Plus we hear their favorite underdog moneyline round robin, and we also get a round of Sharp Calls from the professional bettors in Simon's universe. Interested in joining the show and Action Network experts live and in-person? Now you can! RSVP now for free for our two big TOTALLY FREE events in Hoboken, New Jersey for NFL Wild Card weekend! Saturday January 13th RSVP here, or Sunday January 14th RSVP here now for your chance to join us LIVE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Happy New Year, sports bettors! The end of the NFL regular season has arrived, and Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are here to run through every NFL Week 18 matchup. The AFC playoff picture is still very much in flux, with all eyes on the Steelers and Jaguars before a potential Sunday night battle to decide the AFC East. We're also in the final week of the Favorites Podcast $100k Pro Football Pick Em Contest, and will have awarded our $40,000 grand prize by this time next week. Looking to next week, if you want to join us at our FREE podcast LIVE events in Hoboken, New Jersey for NFL Wild Card Weekend, be sure to RSVP now! There are two separate events, and you can RSVP and get all the info for Saturday January 13th here and Sunday January 14th here. 9 - PIT BAL 10 - HOU IND 13 - CIN CLE 15 - TB CAR 19 - NE NYJ 22 - MIN DET 26 - TEN JAX 30 - ATL NO 32 - DAL WAS 38 - LAC KC 40 - DEN LV 45 - LAR SF 48 - NYG PHI 52 - CHI GB 58 - SEA AZ 62 - MIA BUF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
As we say farewell to 2023, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to preview their favorite plays across the penultimate slate of the NFL regular season. They give out their Big Balls Bet of the Week, a Foxhole pick, and discuss the Thursday Night Football and Sunday Night Football games as well. 2024 is nearly here, and the podcast will soon be crowning the $40,000 first place prize winner in its Favorites Podcast $100,000 Pro Football Pick 'Em Contest! And for those looking for a leg up in the Week 17 contest, check out predictive analyst Billy Ward's weekly tiebreaker article here. Action's Director of Research Evan Abrams also joins the show to sprinkle in eye-popping data and trends across a handful of games, including wild information about totals in Chiefs games recently. We also hear a round of Sharp Calls from disagreeable professional sports gamblers. And on behalf of the entire Action Network team, we here at The Favorites Podcast wish you and your loved ones a happy, safe and extremely profitable New Year! For those looking to join our free NFL Wild Card Weekend LIVE events in Hoboken, New Jersey be sure to RSVP now for the Saturday January 13th event here or the Sunday January 14th event here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The dawn of a new year approaches, and Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to preview the penultimate week of the NFL regular season. Together they go through every game on the Week 17 slate, including another Mason Rudolph start in Seattle, a resurgent Bryce Young in Jacksonville, and a potential Buffalo Bills smash spot against New England in Orchard Park. We get our weekly Simon Says and Executive Decision bets, and an update on The Favorites Podcast $100,000 NFL Pro Pick 'Em Contest, which will soon award its vaunted $40,000 first place prize! And if you want to join us LIVE in-person on NFL Wild Card weekend in Hoboken, New Jersey be sure to RSVP for our separate events Saturday Jan 13th here or Sunday Jan 14th here. Free to RSVP, free to attend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's a special holiday week for the NFL! It's a bright time. It's the right time. To gamble the night away. Week 16 time? It's a swell time to go betting in a one-horse sleigh! Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are snowin' and blowin' up bushels of fun this week with their top bets across a NFL slate that finishes with a very merry tripleheader on Christmas Day. We get their Big Balls Bet of the Week, their Foxhole bet, and a round robin underdog parlay that'll be sure to give listeners the Kringle Tingles. On behalf of everyone here at The Favorites Podcast and Action Network, thank you so much for making our podcast a part of your week, and we wish you a very happy, safe and profitable holiday season. And for those who need a leg up in the contest, check out Billy Ward's tiebreaker article here. For if you're looking to RSVP for The Favorites Podcast and Action Network LIVE Wildcard Weekend watch party events in Hoboken, New Jersey you can RSVP for the Saturday Jan 13 event here and the Sunday Jan 14 event here for free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On behalf of The Favorites Podcast we wish our beloved gamblers a very Merry Christmas to all who celebrate, as Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter get ready for a holiday weekend of NFL games drifting like freshly fallen snow from Thursday to Monday night. Together they look at all the games on the board and give their early leans for each one, along with their Executive Decision and Simon Says picks. Plus, for those looking to attend either of our free Action Network LIVE events on NFL Wildcard Weekend in Hoboken, New Jersey you can see more info and RSVP for Saturday January 13th here or Sunday January 14th here. 8 - NO LAR 12 - CIN PIT 17 - BUF LAC 20 - DET MIN 23 - WAS NYJ 25 - GB CAR 29 - CLE HOU 31 - IND ATL 36 - SEA TEN 39 - JAX TB 42 - DAL MIA 45 - AZ CHI 49 - NE DEN 53 - LV KC 57 - NYG PHI 58 - BAL SF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What a week! Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter capped off a terrific week with a resounding win and cover by the Buffalo Bills. Our duo sweeps the board on podcast picks of Foxhole, Simon Says, Executive Decision and Big Balls Bet of the Week. They also go 4-1 ATS in their Sunday contest picks, with the lone loss an OT loss by the Titans. Simon and Chad ride high as they recap all the action before previewing Week 16 sides they're already identifying, and discussing the Sunday Night and Monday Night games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Giddy up jingle horse, pick up your feet, we're gamblin' around the clock! Action Network NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return for another winter wonderland of NFL action as they preview their top picks across the NFL Week 15 board. Together they make their Foxhole pick and Big Balls Bet of the Week, take a round of Sharp Calls from other professional bettors, and so much more. And if you're still playing The Favorites Podcast $100,000 Pro Football Pick 'Em Contest, here is predictive analyst Billy Ward's weekly tiebreaker article to help give you an edge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
