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I have two distinct lives. One in the trenches of low-budget film and television, the other in professional gambling. Because of the feast-or-famine nature of show business I need a reliable income... gambling. So here you will read about both worlds. Enjoy!



Thursday, March 15, 2018

Gambling With an Edge - Professional card counter, Joe

Our guest this week is a professional card counter named Joe.  Joe is a young blackjack player with the expressed goal of getting kicked out of every casino in the country. We are also joined by Colin Jones, who was in town for a Blackjack Apprenticeship boot camp.

podcast
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Show Notes

[00:42] The Irish Roulette player
[03:29] Joe’s goal in the beginning
[04:11] Joe’s origin story
[07:08] Building the bankroll
[10:49] 200hr losing streak
[14:57] Team play and thoughts on counting systems
[18:37] Heat, overplays, and tourism
[30:14] Tipping
[33:35] Playing internationally
[39:09] Betting less for longevity
[40:59] Joe’s two experiences with illegal detainments
[43:35] Wearing disguises
[46:28] Casinos in the U.S. that Joe hasn’t played yet

Blackjack Apprenticeship: https://www.blackjackapprenticeship.com/

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