The Favorites Sports Betting Podcast

With the NBA taking center stage this week, Chad Millman and Simon Hunter of Action Network welcome on The Volume's bossman Colin Cowherd to chat about all things interesting in "the Association," including LeBron's legacy, the Philadelphia 76ers, and why Colin doesn't talk about MLB. Plus, if Simon, Chad and Colin had a spare $500 million, how would they invest it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pro gambler Simon Hunter of Action Network isn't afraid to call himself a Philadelphia 76ers fan, despite his taste for sharp bets. So we've invited on Action senior NBA writer Matt Moore and Jason Timpf of the Lakers Tonight podcast to talk all things betting in the NBA as the league turns its attention to postseason action. Together they break down the Eastern and Western Conference contenders and pretenders, and discuss who has what it takes in the first round and beyond. #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to NFL quarterbacks, some have it and some don't. Nobody knows that better than gamblers. And sometimes a simple difference in signal-callers can tip the scales when it comes to choosing a side. So today, Action Network Chief Content Officer Chad Millman and his pro gambler sidekick Simon Hunter welcome on Volume kingpin Colin Cowherd to discuss the characteristics they most prize in an NFL QB, as each builds a Top 10 list of QBs they trust with their money.Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen make the list easily... but what about recent Super Bowl champion Matt Stafford? Lamar Jackson? And Is Russell Wilson a slam dunk? They guys break this all down, plus the QBs that will NEVER make their respective lists, in a fun, free-flowing episode sure to ignite debate. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The most mythical of professional golf's four majors, The Masters is an annual rite of spring for golf fans and golf gamblers alike. Today Action Network hosts Chad Millman and pro gambler Simon Hunter welcome Action golf expert Jason Sobel onto the program to cover it all. Together they go through the latest on Tiger Woods, Brooks Koepka and the other heavyweights in the field, plus discussions on Phil Mickelson, first round leader bets, finishing position plays and so much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opening Day is almost here, and our dedicated Action Network team wants YOU to profit all season long.That's why Chad Millman and his pro gambler sidekick Simon Hunter invited Action baseball editor (and Baseball Prospectus alum) Collin Whitchurch and senior writer Sean Zerillo to the show this week. Together the tandem give their favorite picks for the upcoming 2022 Major League Baseball season, and celebrate the launch of the latest Action podcast PAYOFF PITCH. Next week Collin and his Payoff Pitch crew will break down every MLB division, plus betting picks for MLB slates every Tuesday and Friday morning all season long.On today's episode, Chad and Simon learn about the best World Series futures to buy, season win totals to bet, and even some statistical leader longshots to hit before the season swings into action next week!So check out Payoff Pitch wherever you like to listen!Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/payoff-pitch/id1615600022Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3PKYHfrB9PW57vZQNKTgxHiHeart: https://iheart.com/podcast/94495831/And good luck this MLB season! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

College basketball blue bloods square off this weekend, and here to break it all down from a betting perspective are Action Network college hoops experts Stuckey and BJ Cunningham. Host Chad Millman and his pro gambler sidekick Simon Hunter probe their guests for gambling angles for a legendary Duke vs. UNC game, plus a Villanova vs Kansas contest that boasts plenty of intrigue of its own.We get the latest injury updates, plus leans on the totals, and a deep dive in Coach K "appreciation" from BJ and Simon. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

March Madness moves to its second exhilarating weekend, and Action Network's Chad Millman and his pro gambler co-host Simon Hunter welcome on their colleagues Stuckey and BJ Cunningham to break it all down, fresh from their appearance on the Big Bets On Campus podcast. The Sweet 16 has blue bloods and longshots alike, with Gonzaga, Kansas, Villanova and Arizona all still alive. Plus, we hear about the chances 15-seed St. Peter's has to advance to the Elite 8 and beyond. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollywood's biggest night is this Sunday, so Chad Millman and Simon Hunter of Action Network are joined once again by beloved Hollywood talent manager Michael Lasker to cover all things betting for the Academy Awards. Lasker, recently named one of the 40 Most Powerful People In Comedy by the Hollywood Reporter, skillfully shares his POV on betting markets across the major categories, including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Original Screenplay. He also proves once again that nobody knows the Oscars better, as he gleefully lists every nominee and winner in any major category throughout Oscars history... on command. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The best gambling event of the spring is upon us! And to get everybody ready, Action Network's own Chad Millman and pro gambler Simon Hunter go through every game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament with the help of their colleague BJ Cunningham.In this episode, they go game-by-game through the Friday slate, touching on every matchup from a betting perspective in order of tip-off time. Should we unload on Davidson? Is Colgate the underdog everyone will be talking about this weekend? And is this Coach K's final weekend of basketball? All this and more, So sit back, listen up and enjoy the Madness! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

March Madness is here! To celebrate, Action Network's own Chad Millman and pro gambler Simon Hunter go through every game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament with the help of their colleague BJ Cunningham. In this episode, they go game-by-game through the Thursday slate, touching on every matchup from a betting perspective in order of tip-off time. Is Colorado State live? Is Baylor worth fading? And how confident should gamblers feel about San Diego State? All this and more, followed by our Part 2 episode giving all of Friday's games the same treatment. So sit back, listen up and enjoy the Madness! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.