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Gamble Up!
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Gamble Up! is your go-to podcast for everything Poker and NFL/Sports Betting. Poker legends David “ODB” Baker (4 WSOP Bracelets, 2020 NFL SuperContest Winner) and Adam Schwartz—together with decades of experience—share fun strategy talks, sharp NFL betting tips, insider news, and wild stories from the felt, and the book.
Whether you’re a seasoned degen or just love the excitement, tune in weekly for fresh insights, bold takes, and that winning energy. Join the action and level up with Gamble Up! #poker #sportsbetting
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Poker Pros React to NFL Hall of Fame Drama + Super Bowl Betting Breakdown | Gamble Up! Pod Ep. #19
Feb 301:11:43Tap to summarizeSUPER BOWL PICKS & PROPS!00:00 Introduction and PGT Update04:56 Bubble Dynamics in Poker Tournaments09:37 Mixed Games vs. No Limit Poker14:40 Hall of Fame Politics in Sports19:43 Conference Championship Games Analysis29:33 The Complexity of Game Outcomes31:54 Coaching Decisions and Game Dynamics34:11 Weather's Impact on Game Performance36:37 Betting Strategies and Game Predictions39:38 Analyzing the Seahawks vs. Rams Matchup48:36 Super Bowl Predictions and Prop Bets54:25 Celebrity Fans and Their Allegiances57:38 Game Predictions and Prop Bets01:00:17 Analyzing Player Performances and Strategies01:05:29 Poker Insights and Preparation Techniques01:09:15 NFL Awards and Cultural CommentaryIn this week’s episode, hosts Adam Schwartz and David “ODB” Baker break down the latest headlines in both poker and the NFL — including updates from the PokerGO Tour (PGT), key tournament strategies, and the biggest stories shaking up the NFL Hall of Fame voting controversy.The guys go deep on the AFC and NFC Championship games, preview the Super Bowl matchup, and tackle listener questions about poker theory, bankroll management, and sharp betting angles heading into the big game.🎯 Whether you’re grinding poker tournaments or eyeing those Super Bowl prop bets, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and inside knowledge only seasoned pros can deliver.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes on poker, sports betting, and behind-the-scenes stories from the world of high-stakes action.#GambleUp #PokerPodcast #NFLBetting #SuperBowl #PGT #SportsBetting #PokerStrategy #DavidBaker #AdamSchwartz
Transcribe →"My LIFE Is Betting" Why ODB Is Still Riding with the Broncos - Gamble Up! Pod Ep. #18
Jan 2201:18:44Tap to summarizeOn this week’s episode of Gamble Up!, Adam and David 'ODB' Baker break down the latest NFL action and an in-depth look at Broncos vs. Bills, analyzing the media reaction, Bo Nix injury and Josh Allen. We dive into controversial coaching decisions, and how Bo Nix’s injury could impact the Broncos’ Super Bowl Odds. The discussion heats up with expert betting strategies, game predictions, and Listener Q&A—including insider takes on the World Series of Poker, player taxes, and how new gambling laws affect bettors. If you’re into NFL analysis, sports betting insights, and poker talk, this episode is packed with value.00:00 – Intro & Episode Overview01:51 – Broncos vs. Bills Game Highlights09:01 – Bo Nix vs. Josh Allen: QB Showdown14:52 – Refereeing Controversies and Game-Changing Calls20:37 – Coaching Shake-Up: Sean McDermott Fired23:38 – Bo Nix’s Injury: What It Means for the Broncos26:01 – The Legacy of Bo Nix27:35 – Seahawks Dominate the 49ers29:34 – Sam Darnold’s Redemption Story31:28 – CJ Stroud’s Midseason Struggles34:23 – Drake Maye’s Hidden Potential36:38 – Caleb Williams: The NFL’s Next Big Star42:44 – Winning Betting Strategies & Game Predictions57:50 – Smart Hedging Tips for Bettors01:00:37 – New College Football Programs on the Rise01:03:27 – Coaching Changes & Team Impact Breakdown01:06:35 – Ranking the Best NFL Coaching Opportunities01:08:31 – Listener Question: BBB Tax Law & Gambling01:12:41 – Can a Defensive Player Win MVP?01:15:45 – Rams Betting Insights & Strategy Analysis01:19:14 – Game Strategy & Coaching Decisions Recap
Transcribe →NFL Playoffs Are WIDE OPEN: No Super Teams! Plus: High-Stakes Poker Talk – Gamble Up! Ep. #17
Jan 1601:44:36Tap to summarizeOn Episode 17 of Gamble Up Pod:00:00 Intro - We're Back!02:13 Battling In The Poker Go Tour09:04 Strategies in Fast Structures14:29 Selling Shares on PokerStake24:26 Event Highlights and Key Decisions28:29 Looking Ahead: Future Plans in Poker33:36 Transition to NFL Discussion36:59 Survivor Contest Insights43:33 Circa Survivor Contest Insights55:29 NFL Playoff Analysis: Recent Games and Performances59:21 Coaching Decisions and Game Strategies01:09:16 Looking Ahead: Upcoming NFL Matchups and Predictions01:20:02 Broncos Hopes and Predictions01:20:58 49ers vs. Seahawks Analysis01:24:25 Texans vs. Patriots Preview01:26:45 Rams vs. Bears Discussion01:28:11 Super Bowl Lines and Predictions01:31:29 Coaching Changes in the NFL01:36:35 Listener Questions and Insights01:40:55 Power Rankings and Final ThoughtsIn Episode 17 of “Gamble Up,” hosts Adam Schwartz and ODB (@AuDavidB) break down the latest action in the poker world, including the exciting wrap-up of the PokerGO Tour Last Chance Series. ODB shares behind-the-scenes insights from competing in high-stakes events—covering tournament strategy, bankroll management, and the changing landscape of professional poker. The hosts dig into the business side of the game with a look at sponsorships, PokerStake, and how players navigate the modern poker economy. It’s a deep dive into poker’s evolution, with plenty of humor, sharp takes, and practical advice for grinders and fans alike.The conversation then shifts gears to the NFL playoff picture and the remarkable story of the Circa Survivor Contest, where five entries went a perfect 20–0 out of 18,000. Adam and ODB analyze what this means for future contests, touching on syndicate strategies, variance, and the mental grind of long-term betting. They also break down recent playoff matchups—like Packers vs. Bears and Bills vs. Jaguars—discussing quarterback performances, coaching calls, and key injuries shaping the postseason. Whether you’re here for poker insights or NFL betting talk, this episode delivers engaging discussion, expert analysis, and the trademark banter that makes Gamble Up a must-listen podcast for poker and sports betting fans.
Transcribe →The Dog Debate That’s Dividing the Poker Community! - Gamble Up! Pod Ep. #16
Dec 1201:12:26Tap to summarizePoker Room Drama + NFL Futures Talk! | Week 15 NFL Picks00:00 – Poker Room Chaos: The Dog Debate That’s Dividing Players! 🐶🔥15:31 – Inside High‑Stakes Poker: How the Game Is Changing Fast27:32 – Poker’s Future: Are Tournament Series Evolving or Declining?37:13 – The Secret Weapon Every Successful Player Uses — Consistency37:52 – Broncos vs Raiders Breakdown: Who Really Has the Edge? 🏈40:11 – Ref Drama! How Bad Calls Are Rocking NFL Bets43:22 – Week 14 Wagering Recap: Lessons, Losses & Big Wins 💰45:41 – Survivor Pools Explained: Game Theory Meets Grit53:35 – AFC Power Rankings & Playoff Chaos Incoming!01:00:51 – Can the Ravens Go All the Way? Super Bowl Odds Breakdown01:07:37 – Super Bowl Futures Deep Dive: Which Teams Still Have Hope?In this episode, Adam, David Baker, and Ross dive into one of the most talked‑about topics in the poker world — dogs in poker rooms. From service animals to comfort pets, the hosts share their honest takes on how this growing trend is affecting players, table dynamics, and the poker community as a whole. They also break down the latest high‑stakes poker action, discuss NFL betting controversies, and analyze Super Bowl futures for the league’s top contenders. It’s a mix of poker insights, football talk, and real‑world opinions that blend humor, logic, and experience from years inside the game.
Transcribe →ODB Calls Out Matusow + Survivor DISASTER & Poker Series Wars - Gamble Up! Ep. #15
Dec 401:09:28Tap to summarizeThis week on an NFL/Poker Packed Gamble Up! - 00:00:00 – Intro: Poker Season Kickoff with Wynn vs WSOP Bahamas - 00:09:00 – ODB Critiques High-Roller Bracelet Inflation and Event Pricing - 00:18:00 – Analysis of a $2M Hustler Casino Live Hand: Cabral's Jack-6 Call - 00:27:00 – Transition to NFL: ODB’s 6-0 ‘Man on Fire’ Betting Week - 00:36:00 – Betting Strategies: Tiering Bets, Line Moves, and Peer-to-Peer Insights - 00:45:00 – Survivor Week 13 Bloodbath: From 900 to 49 Entries Remaining - 00:54:00 – Circa Million Update and Lessons on Expected Value in Survivor Strategy - 01:01:00 – Week 14 PICKS, Ross' Tweet Of The Week Adam, ODB, and Ross dive into a packed episode 15 of Gamble Up, breaking down the WSOP Paradise vs. Wynn winter series debate, high-roller bracelet inflation, and a wild $2M Hustler Casino Live hand featuring Alan Keating and Martin Cabral. They then shift to NFL betting, including ODB’s 6–0 “games I love” week, how he tiers his bets, reads line moves, and navigates Survivor and Circa Million carnage for sharper bankroll strategy.
Transcribe →NFL Betting CHAOS + Poker’s Content CRISIS - Gamble Up! Ep. #14
Nov 2601:13:34Tap to summarize- 00:00:00 – Thanksgiving, Football, And What’s Coming Up - 00:01:42 – WSOP Doc Uses AI Voice On Keating - 00:03:01 – ODB Buries The Bahamas Ad WSOP Series - 00:06:22 – Why Poker Content Is Stale And How Vlog Culture Fits In - 00:08:00 – Pitching The Perfect Poker Series - 00:10:39 – Netflix vs YouTube And The Future Of Poker Storytelling - 00:12:55 – Sashimi Clip, Twerking On The Table, And WPT Gold’s Tweet - 00:15:18 – Abby Marks, Sex Sells In Poker, And Respect At The Table- 00:18:58 – ODB Rips The WSOP Doc (Deeper Dive) - 00:25:55 – Sex, Twerking, And Poker Twitter Drama - 00:30:01 – How To Actually Make Great Poker Content - 00:31:58 – Week 12 Betting Recap (9–0 Heater Ends) - 00:34:48 – Clock Management Rant: Sirianni And The Punt From Hell - 00:40:45 – Raiders-Browns Handicapping Regret And Shadeur Take - 00:45:44 – Is Gino The Worst QB In The NFL Right Now? - 00:49:39 – What’s Wrong With The Lions? - 00:54:04 – Are The Bears A Live Dog vs Eagles? - 00:58:25 – Chiefs-Colts: Season-Saving Comeback Or Fool’s Gold?- 01:02:47 – Are The Jags Basically A Playoff Lock? - 01:11:23 – Texans At Colts: Texans +4.5 Is Live- 01:16:31 – 49ers-Browns: Auto-Fade Shadur Sanders - 01:18:21 – AFC South Futures: Jags +270 vs Texans +700 - 01:24:36 – Bears Playoffs? Smarter Ways To Bet It - 01:31:46 – Guillotine League GTO: How To Use Your FAB Gamble Up! Episode 14 dives into the wild week in poker and NFL betting, as Adam Schwartz, ODB David Baker, and producer Ross break down the WSOP AI documentary scandal, poker Twitter drama over twerking and WPT marketing, and why poker content is stuck in neutral. On the NFL side they recap ODB’s Week 12 bets, rip coaching decisions in Eagles–Cowboys, debate whether the Lions and Chiefs are still contenders, and explore sharp angles on the Bears, Texans, Jaguars futures, Circa Millions strategy, Survivor GTO on Thanksgiving, and late-season guillotine league strategy.
Transcribe →POKER PUNTS & ARM PUNTS: Bo Nix is CLUTCH, Mahomes is NOT - Gamble Up! Episode 13
Nov 2001:12:55Tap to summarize0:00 - Intro: Winter in Vegas & ODB’s No Gamble No Future Poker Debut 7:40 - Phil Hellmuth Makes the Game Unwatchable: Inside the Drama 15:00 - ODB Wins with the Three Coin Hat (Then Takes It Off) 20:30 - Rams vs Seahawks Breakdown: Darnold’s 4 Interceptions 27:00 - Bo Nix is CLUTCH: Broncos Shock the Chiefs 22-19 34:30 - Week 11 Recap: ODB’s Picks Go 1-2, Losing Week 42:30 - Chiefs Are FRAUDULENT: The Arm Punt Offense Exposed 48:30 - Ravens Future Bet Pays Off: 5-5 After 1-5 Start 54:30 - NFC Playoff Race: Packers +300 to MISS Playoffs? 58:30 - Week 12 Picks Preview: Bears vs Steelers, Colts Shock Chiefs? 1:03:10 - Are You Smarter Than an NFL Head Coach? McDaniel’s Epic Fail 1:07:30 - Sean Payton 30-1 for Coach of Year & Super Bowl PredictionsJoin ODB, Adam, and Ross on Gamble Up! Episode 13 as they break down NFL Week 12 picks and betting angles. ODB shares his debut on the No Gamble No Future poker stream, including drama with Phil Hellmuth and his epic three-barrel bluffs. The crew analyzes the Broncos’ shocking 22-19 upset over the Chiefs, exposing Mahomes’ “arm punt offense” and Bo Nix’s clutch gene. They discuss the Ravens’ incredible 5-5 turnaround after starting 1-5, Lions vs Eagles defensive battle, and NFC playoff race chaos. Plus, Week 12 predictions including Bears vs Steelers, Colts shocking the Chiefs, and futures bets on coach of the year and playoff odds. Are You Smarter Than an NFL Head Coach features Mike McDaniel’s baffling play-calling disaster.
Transcribe →9-0 Streak + Poker Win! Week 11 NFL Bets & Picks | Gamble Up! Pod Ep. #12
Nov 1401:22:03Tap to summarize• 00:00:00 Kickoff, Introductions, Poker Recap • 00:05:00 Seniors Event Tales & Poker Trophies • 00:15:00 Poker Tournament Structures & Early Start Debate • 00:25:00 NFL Week 9/10 Results, Betting Recap • 00:35:00 Pile-On Bets & Week’s Best Plays • 00:45:00 Circa Millions Breakdown & Survivor Sweat • 55:00 Patriots Pick, Survivor Strategy • 01:05:00 Chiefs-Broncos Preview & Narrative Bets • 01:14:00 Eagles-Lions Debate, Closing ThoughtsGamble Up! Podcast Episode 12 features hosts Adam, ODB, and Ross diving deep into NFL betting strategies, poker tournament recaps, and insider insights from the North American Poker Tour. This episode covers key NFL matchups, betting advice, survivor contest updates, and poker analysis, blending sharp sports wagering tips with engaging poker stories for avid fans and bettors alike. Tune in for expert picks and lively discussions.
Transcribe →Betting Scandals EXPLODE + Poker Cheaters EXPOSED + NFL Week 9 Expert Picks – Gamble Up! Ep. #11
Oct 3001:15:00Tap to summarize0:00 - Intro: Major NFL Scandals & Game Fixing AlertDiscussion of point shaving, fixing in NFL games, Dolphins and Jets spotlight.6:00 - Poker Tournament Experience & Bay 101 ComebackPoker highlights, tournament run, atmosphere at Bay 101’s Texas Shootout.12:30 - Poker Cheating Exposed: Shuffle Machines & MoreAnalysis of cheating tech in private poker games and how to avoid scams.18:30 - NFL Week 8 Recap & Betting InsightsKey NFL game breakdowns, unusual outcomes, and betting lessons from Week 8.24:00 - Week 9 NFL Picks: Spot Plays & Strategic BetsTop picks and opportunities in Week 9 with detailed betting strategy.30:30 - NFL Futures & Super Bowl Odds DiscussionDeep dive into Ravens’ Super Bowl chances and long-term betting value.37:00 - Sports Betting Scandals in NBA & NFLCoverage of betting scandals including Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier cases.43:30 - Controversies: Poker Player Bans & Online CheatingDiscussion of Ren Lin’s ban and implications for poker’s integrity.50:00 - Upcoming NFL Matchups & Key Betting AnglesPreview of Bills vs Chiefs, Steelers vs Colts, and market inefficiencies.56:30 - Survivor Pool Strategy & Team Tiers AnalysisPlanning for Thanksgiving betting with team rankings and strategy insights.62:30 - Closing Thoughts on Bets & Market ManipulationFinal advice on ‘spot’ betting and market psychology to finish the show.69:00 - Quick Poker Hand Analysis & Episode Wrap-UpBrief hand breakdown and sign-off until next episode.In this episode, we dive into the world of sports scandals, exploring the looming threats of game-fixing and point shaving that could shake the industry. Adam, ODB & Ross discuss the implications of these scandals on sports betting and the integrity of the games we love. With insights into how these issues are unfolding, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges facing the sports world today. The conversation also touches on the role of media in sensationalizing these events and the impact on public perception.We also shift gears to the poker table, where strategic insights from high-stakes tournaments are shared. Listeners will hear firsthand accounts of the pressures and tactics involved in poker, offering a glimpse into the minds of professional players. The episode wraps up with a look at NFL predictions, analyzing team performances and betting strategies. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or a betting aficionado, this episode provides valuable perspectives on the current landscape of sports and gaming.
Transcribe →How To PROFIT Long-Term + NFL Week 8 Best Bets + TREACHEROUS TEXANS – Gamble Up! Ep. #10
Oct 2200:54:18Tap to summarize0:00 -- Intro01:00 — Team Allegiances & Rivalries03:03 — Texans’ Game Management Disaster11:29 — Spot Bets & Team Trends18:15 — NFL Officiating Chaos19:17 — Ravens’ Odds & Futures22:45 — Smart Long-Term Betting29:43 — Betting Strategy Breakdown32:54 — NFL Team Deep Dive36:12 — Survivor Pool Tactics39:43 — Teasers & Upset Picks41:22 — Super Bowl Futures Talk42:29 — Game Previews & Best Bets52:41 — Fantasy Football GrindThis week on the Gamble Up! Podcast, we dive deep into everything NFL — from team allegiances and brutal coaching decisions to wild officiating calls that shaped key games. The crew breaks down recent matchups, shares sharp betting strategies, and debates which teams actually know how to manage the clock. We also talk Ravens’ playoff prospects, the impact of questionable refs on betting outcomes, and what trends smart bettors should watch heading into the Super Bowl race. Plus, we get real about fantasy football struggles, survivor pools, and the chaos of keeping your bets straight through another packed NFL weekend in Week 8.
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