The Overlap is a podcast that explores the intersection of Design and Front End Development. On the show, we discuss all things design and development in a fun and easy-to-listen-to way. Some topics we cover are typography, React, productivity, focus, designing for print, freelancing tips, and much more.
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Alex Trost Podcasts
A podcast about the business side of the betting, wagering and investing world. Hosted by Jason Trost, and presented by Optimove.
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by RJ Heller, Co-Founder at BankRoll U. Hear them discuss: 02:27 - What BankRoll U is and how it works 04:02 - How users at BankRoll U can convert virtual profits into real money 06:00 - The business model and how most users wash out 07:28 - How many bets it takes to pass a level a…
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E255 - Keith Whyte from Safer Gambling Strategies
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Keith Whyte, Founder & President at Safer Gambling Strategies LLC. Hear them discuss: 01:24 - How Keith got into the space of problem gambling and responsible betting 02:16 - The definition of problem gambling vs. responsible gambling 05:35 - How gambling addiction compares to s…
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E254 - Alex Kane & David Huffman from Sporttrade
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On this special guest-host episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Alex Kane, Founder & CEO of Sporttrade, steps in as host. He’s joined by David Huffman, Chief Operating Officer at Sporttrade. Hear them discuss: 01:45 - How David transitioned into the betting industry from fintech 02:52 - The inspiration behind launching the “Bullish Predictio…
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E253 - Davis Catlin from Discerning Capital
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Davis Catlin, Managing Partner at Discerning Capital, an investment firm focused on regulated gambling across sports, media, and technology. Hear them discuss: 02:23 – How Discerning Capital supports startups that can't raise traditional capital 03:48 – Why sweepstakes businesse…
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On this special crossover episode of the Business of Betting podcast and Zero Latency: An Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Podcast, Jason Trost of Smarkets sits down with Brad Allen to explore the state of prediction markets, CFTC licensing, the regulatory battle over sports betting, and the future of exchanges in both the U.S. and U.K. Hear them discuss: 0…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Tony Trzeciak, angel investor and founder, to talk about betting data, AI, personal resilience, and one of the most powerful personal stories ever shared on the show. Content Disclaimer: This episode contains discussions of trauma, addiction, suicide, and recovery. Listener disc…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason returns for another Office Hours session, where he answers listener questions about the betting industry, regulation, funding strategy, and more. Hear him discuss: 02:00 – What Jason thinks about Illinois' new per-bet tax and FanDuel's surcharge from the perspectives of lawmakers, operators,…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Daniel Wallach, sports law expert and founder of Wallach Legal. Hear them discuss: 04:35 - Daniel's leap from traditional law to sports betting and the challenges involved 06:08 - How Daniel became one of the first legal experts writing about sports betting 06:45 - The evolution…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Tom Waterhouse, Managing Partner at Waterhouse VC and fourth-generation bookmaker. This episode was recorded in-person at the SBC Summit Americas in Fort Lauderdale. Hear them discuss: 01:06 – Tom’s family legacy and the founding of tomwaterhouse.com 02:13 – Australia’s gambling…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Jesse Learmonth, host of the Betting Startups Podcast, who guest-hosts to interview Jason about his company, Smarkets, and its current efforts to raise $50,000,000 from investors. Hear them discuss: 09:37 - What it means for a company to raise money from investors 13:00 - Why Ja…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Katie Bo Lillis, CNN intelligence reporter and author of Death of a Racehorse: An American Story. Hear them discuss: 01:06 – Katie’s rural upbringing and start at the racetrack 02:28 – From walking hots to bloodstock reporting in Saratoga 03:10 – Thoroughbreds, quarter horses, a…
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E245 - Matthew Trenhaile (re-release)
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We're bringing back one of our all-time most popular episodes for a special re-release! Originally aired last year, this conversation with Matthew Trenhaile was a fan favorite. Matthew is one of the sharpest minds in the sports betting world, and his insights into exchanges, market making, and the future of the industry are as relevant today as the…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Thomas McGrath, Chief Revenue Officer at TXODDS. Hear them discuss: 01:29 - The founding story of TXODDS and its early product evolution 02:57 - Jason’s experience using TXODDS as a customer 04:06 - The role of TXODDS in data origination and live scouting 05:16 - Addressing hist…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason returns for another Office Hours session, answering listener questions and reflecting on Smarkets’ journey, product-market fit, and the future of U.S. regulation. Hear him discuss: 03:00 – Lessons from building a global trading platform 04:50 – What Jason would’ve done differently with Smark…
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E242 - Roger Ehrenberg from Eberg Capital
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On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Roger Ehrenberg, founder of Eberg Capital and a seasoned investor with a background in Wall Street and venture capital. Hear them discuss: 05:43 - From Wall Street to sports: Jason’s trading roots and the power of price in investing 07:06 - Roger’s seed investing strategy: found…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Alex Kane, CEO and founder of Sportrade. Hear them discuss: 03:13 - Alex’s balanced take on Trump’s policies, including the Department of Government Efficiency 07:43 - The evolving world of betting exchanges 08:33 - Alex on the potential of a CFTC-regulated betting exchange ecos…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Travis Geiger, the CXO and Co-founder of WagerWire. Hear them discuss: 04:01 - How WagerWire was founded from a real-life betting moment 05:33 - What WagerWire does and how it creates a secondary market for sports bets 06:32 - The process of selling a bet through WagerWire 07:51…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Greg Wolfe, CEO and co-founder of The Wolfline. Greg, an options trader turned sports betting analytics expert and advocate for consumer protection, shares his unique perspective on the industry. Hear them discuss: 01:32 - How Greg got started in sports betting at just five year…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting podcast, Jason is joined by Manuel Stan, CEO of Catena Media. Hear them discuss: 01:01 - Manuel’s journey to Las Vegas and what it’s like calling it home 03:07 - An overview of what Catena Media does and its role in the sports betting ecosystem 04:03 - How shifts in the U.S. market are impacting Catena Med…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Mark Phillip, CEO and founder of MetaBet and Are You Watching This?! Hear them discuss: 01:03 - Mark’s take on life in Austin, Texas—Is it worth the hype? 06:30 - The changing landscape of sports media and viewership habits 08:20 - Will younger generations maintain the same leve…
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E236 - Captain Jack Andrews from Unabated
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Captain Jack Andrews, Co-Founder of Unabated. Hear them discuss: 02:20 - How Captain Jack's first trip to Las Vegas ignited his passion for gambling 06:10 - His advocacy for fairness in sports betting inspired by personal experiences with limitations 07:40 - Why he believes spor…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Steven Salz, Co-Founder and CEO of Rivalry, a Canadian company focused on serving a new generation of bettors with a mix of eSports, traditional sports, and gaming products. Hear them discuss: 01:53 - Steven’s view on Canada’s current state, including challenges in healthcare an…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason hosts an office hours session to kick off 2025. Hear him discuss: 03:40 - DraftKings’ latest attempt to monetize through subscription fees and his perspective on the move 05:30 - Bet365’s impressive revenue growth and its controversial market practices 08:50 - Reflections on the U.S. electio…
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E233 - Adam Krejcik from Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, LLC
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Adam Krejcik, co-founder and partner at Eilers & Krejcik Gaming. Hear them discuss: 00:50 - How Adam's company name creates lasting impressions 03:20 - The services Eilers & Krejcik Gaming provides and their value to stakeholders 07:16 - Adam’s background and his path into the g…
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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Nigel Eccles, founder of BetHog and co-founder of FanDuel. Hear them discuss: 3:11 - Why the UK startup scene struggles to compete with the US. 8:23 - Founding FanDuel and the challenges of building a billion-dollar company. 14:27 - Why Nigel stayed in the US and the entrepreneu…
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