

The Favorites Sports Betting Podcast
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New hosts Kendra Middleton and Brandon Kravitz are joined by Action Network founding father Stuckey for the re-launch of this long-running sports betting podcast. Together they discuss the latest NFL news, craft winning wagers, and have a lot of fun along the way!From the thrills and chills of the NFL season, to the highs and lows of the NFL Draft, and everything in between, The Favorites is your best bet for NFL betting fun every week of the year.
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Jul 1, 2022 • 26min
The Favorites - New Mailbag Edition
Our intrepid Action Network hosts Chad Millman and pro gambler Simon Hunter receive tons of questions during the NFL season and beyond. Today we continue our effort to answer as many of them as possible with an all-new mailbag episode of the show. But before the fellas dive into listener queries, first they welcome on Action's predictive analytics experts Sean Koerner and Nick Giffen for another round of America's most beloved math-based podcast segment: What Are The Odds? This time they tackle the most unlikely hole-in-one in recorded human history. #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 29, 2022 • 51min
The Favorites - NFL Fantasy Update
NFL Training Camps are a month away, but that won't stop us from diving headfirst towards the pylon on NFL fantasy enlightenment with Action Network fantasy expert Chris Raybon. He joins host Chad Millman and pro gambler Simon Hunter to dive into the biggest differences his rankings are showing in relation to current Average Draft Position across the major skill positions of quarterback, running back and wide receiver. Plus, we hear his take on players with the highest ceilings heading into the 2022 NFL season. #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 24, 2022 • 30min
The Favorites - Can You Bet On Politics?
Are you a news junkie? Do you wish you could bet on election outcomes or world events? Today's guest Alex "Keendawg" Keeney is an expert in doing just that. He joins Action Network hosts Chad Millman and pro gambler Simon Hunter to discuss the world of online prediction markets, and how thousand of traders invest millions of dollars in markets as diverse as the next GOP presidential nominee to the margin of victory in a mayoral primary. Keeney is the founder of Star Spangled Gamblers and host of their popular podcast, which has become the leading source of information about political prediction markets. Prior to founding SSG, Alex was a screenwriter in Hollywood, a policy advisor in the U.S. House of Representatives, and a marketing executive for Jordan Belfort, better known as the real Wolf of Wall Street. Follow him on Twitter @keendawg #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 22, 2022 • 42min
The Favorites - NBA Draft Betting
The Warriors have again been crowned as NBA Champions, so now gamblers can turn their attention to the NBA event of the summer: the NBA Draft! Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome on their colleagues Matt Moore and Brandon Anderson to discuss the ways they are approaching betting the event, with loads of intrigue -- and value -- remaining for the top 3 picks and beyond. #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 17, 2022 • 34min
The Favorites - Stanley Cup Finals Betting
Lord Stanley's sacred cup is on the line, and after a thrilling Game 1 overtime game in the Stanley Cup Finals our Action Network co-hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter invite NHL betting expert Michael Leboff back to the show to discuss the best ways to bet the series. Plus, we here tales of Leboff's one-time political "career," his heroic police detective brother, and much more. Plus, producer Matt Mitchell provices a follow-up from a recent What Are The Odds segment contributor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 15, 2022 • 37min
The Favorites - US Open Betting Preview
One of golf's most hallowed events returns to Brookline, Massachusetts for the first time this millennium, and here to break it down from a betting perspective is Action Network golf expert Jason Sobel. He joins hosts Chad Millman and pro gambler Simon Hunter to discuss his favorites outrights, top-10s and longshots. Plus, he provides an update on the PGA TOUR vs LIV update, as the shockwaves continue to be felt throughout the golf world. #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 10, 2022 • 44min
Special Guest Will Fetters, 'Hustle' Writer
Adam Sandler's new film "Hustle" debuted on Netflix this week, so Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter invited a longtime friend of the show back to discuss it. Oscar-nominated screenwriter Will Fetters co-wrote and executive produced "Hustle," the story of a down-on-his-luck NBA scout chasing his dream. Together Will discusses what it was like writing the movie (described by Chad as "a love letter to Philadelphia"), working with Adam Sandler, and so much more. Later, they discuss their favorite gambling movies of all-time. #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 8, 2022 • 33min
The Favorites - NBA Finals Betting Update
The NBA Finals heads to a pivotal Game 3! Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome on colleague Matt Moore along with Jason Timpf, host of the Hoops Tonight podcast on The Volume podcast network, to update them on how the series has played out thus far. What should bettors be wary of heading into Game 3? Are there any numbers to grab now prior to Wednesday night? And who has become the best bet for Finals MVP after two games? #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 3, 2022 • 45min
The Favorites - Special Mailbag Edition
Questions have been pouring in for Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter, so we've put together our favorites for a special mailbag edition of the podcast. Together Chad and Simon answer questions about bankroll management, how to spot a loser in the sportsbook, who would win in a "Freaky Friday situation" and so much more. Plus, another round of "What Are The Odds" with beloved predictive analyst Nick Giffen! #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 1, 2022 • 51min
The Favorites - NBA Finals Betting Guide
It all comes down to this! The long grind has delivered gamblers a great NBA Finals matchup, with the favored Golden State Warriors facing the underdog Boston Celtics. With Game 1 looming on Thursday night, Action Network host Chad Millman and his professional gambler best friend Simon Hunter welcome Action NBA senior writer Matt Moore and betting expert Chris Raybon to the program to break it all down. What are the best ways to bet Game 1? Are the Celtics worth a shot at the current series price? What Finals MVP longshots are worth grabbing? All this and so much more as the last games of the NBA tipoff this week. #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


