
The Favorites Sports Betting Podcast
Every NFL season, Action Network Chief Content Officer Chad Millman and professional sports gambler Simon Hunter analyze every matchup to select their best bets from the NFL slate. Utilizing Action Network's data-driven analysis, the latest injury news and insider info from Simon's network of professional bettors, together they craft their betting card for the weekend, along with moneyline parlays, totals, survivor pool picks and so much more. For the 2023 NFL season, The Favorites will have new episodes every Sunday night, Tuesday and Thursday. Proudly presented by bet365, the world's favorite sports book brand.
Latest episodes

Jun 1, 2021 • 58min
NFL Season Win Totals, Aliens and the Islanders
Action Network Director of Predictive Analytics Sean Koerner joins Chad Millman and Simon Hunter to discuss NFL win totals they are targeting for the upcoming 2021 season. Later, the guys dive into a quick discussion on alien lifeforms, before welcoming on editor Michael Leboff for a quick update on the NHL's lovable underdog New York Islanders. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 27, 2021 • 37min
Thursday Thunderdome w/Buster Scher
Entering the Thunderdome this week is Hoops Nation founder Buster Scher, as he battles Action Network gambling experts Raheem Palmer and Simon Hunter, as longtime host Chad Millman cackles with delight. Together they'll answer questions about Larry Bird, Tim Tebow, the 1996 NBA Draft and so much more. Enthusiasts of sports betting, trivia and good times can all rejoice: it's Thursday! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 25, 2021 • 53min
NBA and NHL Playoffs Betting Update
Summer is nearly upon us, and that means the NBA and NHL Playoffs are in full swing. Host Chad Millman and his professional gambler companion open the show discussing how easy it is to hold $100,000 in your hands, along with the wisdom of owning "a burner car." But as we move on to actionable, best-in-class content, Brandon Anderson and Michael Walton of the Action Network join to break down the latest in the NBA Playoff gambling markets, including evasive answers regarding whether or not "the Bucks are back." And finally, Action Network NHL editor and in-house raconteur, the effervescent Michael Leboff, joins to discuss the NHL Playoffs and his beloved New York Islanders, infuriating Chad several times in the process. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 20, 2021 • 39min
Thursday Thunderdome w/Jenkins and Jonez
Three of the most popular figures in the NBA podcast world join the show, as LaJethro Jenkins, DragonflyJonez and Mike Guardabascio of the Jenkins and Jonez Podcast enter the Thursday Thunderdome. Host Chad Millman pits this hilarious threesome against his BFF Simon Hunter in our beloved battle of wagers and wits. Comes for the laughs, but stay for the blatant attacks on Mike's father! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 18, 2021 • 47min
NBA Playoffs Betting Preview
The Play-In Tournament is looming and to break down all the NBA postseason action our hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome two special guests onto the show. Malik Smith is a beloved Action Network NBA editor and one of the coolest customers in sports betting media. Matt Moore is a veteran NBA journalist and one of the most well-connected writers covering the league today. Together the foursome preview all the action, including a Lakers vs. Warriors matchup that has the NBA buzzing, the chances of a star willing his team to a championship, and so much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 13, 2021 • 37min
Thursday Thunderdome w/Dave Fleming
To celebrate everything from famous fights to failed drug tests, host Chad Millman welcomes pro bettor Simon Hunter into the Thunderdome, where he is joined by Action Network NBA expert Michael Walton and ESPN Senior Writer Dave Fleming. Together they engage is our epic battle of wagers and wits to cover hand modeling, funnel cakes, and urine-soaked hay. So let's have some fun! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 11, 2021 • 52min
NBA and NHL Playoffs Sneak Preview
With so much going on in the world of sports betting, host Chad Millman takes a moment to ladle from his deep trough of empathy, asking co-host Simon Hunter about his recent breakup and the journey of self-discovery that's followed. The self-described "weird dude" and professional gambler has picked up the pieces of his life and moved on, and we here at The Favorites are here for him.Following that heavy-hearted voyage, the guys welcome NBA experts Matt Moore and Raheem Palmer on the program to talk all things betting in the NBA as the playoffs loom. Are the Knicks a team to sell? Will the Lakers flounder? Has Westbrook tarnished the triple-double? And finally, the crew welcomes "the straw that stirs the drink" at the Action Network: editor and hockey fanatic Michael Leboff. They preview all the action on the ice for a league that STILL hasn't nailed down exactly when its own playoff season will begin. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 6, 2021 • 45min
Thursday Thunderdome with Tiki Barber
Legendary running back Tiki Barber enters our Thursday Thunderdome this week, joining host Chad Millman and contestants Simon Hunter and Amanda Rose in our epic battle of wagers and wits. Our contestants provide terrific responses to our open-ended prompts, and Tiki shares some incredible stories about Deion Sanders, Michael Jordan, and many more! It's a wild ride, so fasten your seat belts and enjoy! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 4, 2021 • 40min
NFL Draft Betting Recap
Now that the dust has settled in Cleveland, Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are joined by Matthew Freedman to discuss the gambling impact of the NFL Draft. Freedman made almost 300 individual bets on the Draft and finished very strong, and Simon rode some inside information to a payday of his own. And to kick things off, Chad discusses the recent – and very exciting – sale of The Action Network to Better Collective, and how it will influence the company moving forward. Plus, we talk Justin Fields, Aaron Rodgers, and so much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 29, 2021 • 36min
Thursday Thunderdome w/Jason Benetti
The television voice of the Chicago White Sox enters the Thunderdome as Jason Benetti joins Chad Millman, professional gambler Simon Hunter and Action Network data maven Samantha Previte in our weekly battle of wagers and wits. Today they tackle turtle races, motivational tactics, the least entertaining moments in sports, and so much more. Sports gambling enthusiasts, sports fans, and White Sox faithful rejoice: we've got an epic show in store! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.