The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast

Sitting on your phone all day is a waste of time, right? Not if you're BJA member Magnum Wordsmith. In this episode, Colin and Joe748 are joined by the aforementioned Magnum Wordsmith. They discuss topics such as transitioning from playing in a band at casinos to playing blackjack, developing his own system to beat a mobile app, becoming a full-fledged casino AP, the importance of taking care of oneself, and much more!

Have you ever contemplated leaving your job to pursue Card Counting as a profession? Our guest “Plazity” did just that. An accountant-turned-blackjack professional delves into his journey of leaving his office job to pursue a life on the road while playing high stakes Blackjack. In this interview Plazity provides invaluable advice & practical tips on what to consider, the potential return, and the risks involved in what it’s really like to play full-time Blackjack.

Our latest Podcast is with Nathaniel Tilton, author of “The Blackjack Life.”For those who haven’t read it, “The Blackjack Life” is an excellent portrayal of how Nathaniel and his teammate spent several years as weekend warrior professional card counters. It illustrates the need for excellent skills, the double life of a card counter who keeps a day job, and the subterfuge needed to succeed as an advantage player.In this podcast we discuss: - Nathaniel’s story - His advice for teaming up with another card counter - The what and why behind their cover strategy - Life lessons from his time as a card counter

In this episode, Colin is joined once again by established Advantage Players (APs), Joe748 and SD1, both of whom have earned seven figures over their advantage play careers. Together, they tackle questions from our listeners on a variety of subjects: The advantages and disadvantages of side counts: A look into the complexities of this strategy. Transitioning from Red to Green to Black chipping: Insights and practical advice based on firsthand experiences. Exploring other forms of advantage play: How to expand your arsenal of strategies and adapt to new scenarios. Dealing with family conflict arising from AP: Providing level-headed advice on maintaining a balance between personal relationships and the world of AP. This episode delves deeper into these topics, providing nuanced perspectives on the multifaceted world of Advantage Play. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion designed to enhance your understanding and performance.

While in Las Vegas for this year’s Blackjack Ball, I was able to interview Blackjack Hall of Famer, Don Johnson. For those who don’t know his story, you can read up on how he used Loss Rebates (and actually a lot more) to beat Atlantic City for $15 Million. In this podcast, we discuss: – The unique background that laid the foundation for his massive advantage play – The unique circumstances that led to his success – What it was like when it all started coming to an end – The parallels and differences with Phil Ivey’s Atlantic City AP play – What it was like being inducted into the Blackjack Hall of Fame

“Jkat” a middle school teacher spent his summer vacation doing something unexpected. Traveling from casino to casino across the country, racking up over $50k in winnings by counting cards at Blackjack. We discuss the challenges and experiences our guest encountered during this unforgettable card counting road trip that took him coast to coast.

In this episode of the Blackjack Apprenticeship mailbag series, Colin and Joe748 are joined by SD1, a BJA member and successful advantage player with over seven figures in winnings. The trio tackles a range of topics, including the challenges of facial recognition technology, strategies for returning to a casino after being backed off, considerations for adjusting your bet spread, tips for dealing with license plate scanners and ID checks, and much more. Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical advice from experienced players in the world of professional blackjack.

Steven Bridges is a UK-based professional Street Magician turned Blackjack Card Counter. We had the pleasure of meeting Steven back in 2018 when he attended one of our Blackjack Bootcamps. Since then, he has taken on the exciting challenge of going from beginner to pro in the world of professional card counting. Steven has documented the entire process from the beginning training to getting kicked out of casinos in his video series “Beat the Odds.” Steven takes us behind the scenes discussing the ups and downs of the journey, techniques, & strategies he's employed to become a successful Card Counter. Watch the video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDGqlb-weEI CHECK OUT STEVEN'S CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@stevenbridges

Attorney Bob Nersesian has a wealth of experience in dealing with casino abuse of players and protecting the rights of Card Counters & Advantage Players. He has won millions of dollars worth of verdicts against casino wrongdoings against patrons over the years. In 2013, he was voted into the Blackjack Hall of Fame, a testament to his contributions to Card Counting & Advantage Play community. Watch on youtube video: https://youtu.be/WFlISbpQntg

How do the trials of a married card counting duo compare to the endeavors of the typical solo card counter? Joining Colin and Joe 748 are BJA member Flewster and his wife and they discuss: The heat difference between husband and wife, The flexibility of full time, The effect of card counting on their marriage, Getting in local hours, Second thoughts after losing half their bankroll, and more!