Be Better Bettors George Molsbarger Interview
Mar 27, 2025
George Molsbarger, cofounder of Pinnacle Sports and a seasoned consultant, shares his gripping journey from underground bookmaking to global travels. He discusses overcoming addiction and finds joy in mentoring others through their struggles. Molsbarger reveals the high-stakes world of betting, filled with tense encounters with law enforcement and organized crime. He emphasizes the importance of integrity, resilience, and building strong relationships, illustrating life's lessons learned from both personal trials and industry challenges.
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George's Sobriety Journey
- George Molsbarger shares his long and difficult battle with addiction, including drug use and alcoholism.\n- He celebrates having been sober since September 2020 and feeling happier now than ever before.
From Drug Smuggler to Bookmaker
- George transitioned from drug smuggling to bookmaking to avoid the dangers of armed criminals involved with heroin.\n- He applied his intelligence and street knowledge to start his bookmaking career in 1975 after gambling successes and failures.
Building a Bookmaking Network
- George built his bookmaking business by networking with known gamblers and personally interviewing every customer.\n- He emphasized excellent customer service, paying customers early, and excluding bad players to maintain a strong reputation.