Gambling With an Edge

Anthony Curtis & NFL contests

Gambling With an Edge

Show Notes

Our guest this week is Anthony Curtis. We discuss the upcoming football contests, the big Vegas downturn, and upcoming books.

Show Notes

[00:00] Introduction of Anthony Curtis, owner of The Las Vegas Advisor and Huntington Press [01:12] NCAAF and NFL football contests [04:04] Grandissimo [06:03] Did tax law changes affect participations in football contests? [08:15] Contest pricing and strategies for additional entries [10:51] The value of football knowledge versus contest theory [13:27] Huntington Press’ upcoming books on sports betting, slots, roulette, blackjack, baccarat, and another book by James Grosjean [19:57] Las Vegas tourism, waived resort fees, and other deals. [27:33] Struggles Foubtainebleau, Resorts World, and The Downtown Grand

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