

Bet The Process
Bet The Process
Jeff Ma and Rufus Peabody talk sports betting
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Oct 30, 2025 • 50min
Jeff Interviews Jay Croucher of NBC Sports | Sponsored by Novig
 Jay Croucher, an Australian-born former PointsBet trader and current NBC Sports betting analyst, shares his intriguing journey from law school to sports betting. He discusses the stark contrasts between Australian and U.S. betting markets, the need to simplify betting jargon for TV audiences, and the implications of recent NBA betting scandals. Discover why he believes the Thunder could be a strong title contender, the untapped value of former players for betting insights, and his unique idea for a reality show on live betting! 

Oct 22, 2025 • 48min
Jeff and Rufus Talk the Latest on Prediction Markets | Sponsored by Novig
 On this week's Bet The Process, Rufus and Jeff talk football - both college and pro, while also discussing the latest news on prediction markets. 

Oct 16, 2025 • 57min
College Football with Peanut Bettor | Sponsored by Novig
 This week on Bet the Process, Mike, aka mr_peanutbettor on X, joins to share his career journey and his thoughts on college football, including transfer portals and evaluating coaches over time. 

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Oct 8, 2025 • 60min
John Shilling aka Golden Pants | Sponsored by Novig
 John Shilling, aka Golden Pants, is a former online poker player turned expert sports bettor and market maker, who shares his fascinating transition into sports betting. He dives into building models and automating market-making strategies while discussing how prediction markets are evolving post-PASPA. John explores the dynamics of liquidity in sportsbooks and evaluates whether platforms like Kalshi could dominate. His insights into modeling events like the Ryder Cup and the challenges of prediction accuracy add exciting layers to the conversation. 

Oct 2, 2025 • 1h 7min
Ryder Cup Recap and Sean Zerillo talks MLB Playoffs | Sponsored by Novig
 Sean Zerillo, a baseball betting analyst at The Action Network, dives into the world of MLB playoff strategies. He shares insights on maintaining conviction during tough seasons and where to find an edge in betting. Zerillo discusses the significance of process data in pitch selection and swing decisions. He highlights the Mariners and Dodgers as value picks for playoff futures, while also emphasizing why wild card unders have been profitable. Don't miss his take on the Blue Jays' surprising playoff potential! 

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Sep 24, 2025 • 1h
Ryder Cup and Data Golf with Matt Courchene | Sponsored by Novig
 Matt Courchene, founder of Data Golf and golf analytics expert, dives into the fascinating world of golf data. He shares insights on how Data Golf has evolved and its impact on the sport. The conversation heats up with discussions about the Ryder Cup, including the role of analytics in team strategies and player selections. Matt compares player performance and explores the concept of home advantage, revealing intriguing statistics. Get ready for a mix of golf passion and data-driven predictions! 

Sep 18, 2025 • 1h 16min
Kevin Clark Returns To Chat Early Season NFL | Sponsored by Novig
 Kevin Clark, an ESPN football analyst and host of This Is Football, joins to dive into the highlights of the early NFL season. He breaks down the surprising struggles of the Chiefs and discusses the potential implications of new kickoff rules. Clark also emphasizes the importance of coaching culture and roster building, advocating for stronger offensive and defensive lines. His insights on under-the-radar teams like the Packers and Texans add to the lively debate on coaching strategies. Tune in for an engaging discussion packed with NFL insights! 

Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 23min
NFL Week 1 and Chris Dierkes | Sponsored by Novig
 This week on Bet the Process, Jeff and Rufus introduce Novig, their latest sponsor and America's number 1 sports prediction market. They also breakdown some of the key moments from Week 1 of the NFL, before Rufus sits down for a wide ranging conversation with Chris Dierkes. 

Sep 4, 2025 • 56min
The Go-To Guy for NFL Picks - Judah Fortgang | Sponsored by Splash Sports
 This week on Bet the Process, Jeff and Rufus welcome Judah Fortgang back to discuss the upcoming NFL season. Jeff also announces three 7-figure Survivor contests on Splash Sports, and Rufus shares updates to his Massey-Peabody model. 

Aug 27, 2025 • 49min
College Football is Back with Bill Connelly
 This week on Bet the Process, ESPN's Bill Connelly returns to discuss the beginning of this college football season. He shares his rankings for this year, how he deals with transfers, and the effects of NIL on performance. 


