417: Chad Millman on the Evolution of Sports Betting

Joe and Scott are joined by Chad Millman, Host of the Favorites Podcast. In this episode they discuss the fascinating evolution of sports betting, reflecting on Chad’s book The Odds: One Season, Three Gamblers, and the Death of Their Las Vegas. They discuss how the landscape of sports gambling has transformed with decriminalization, the rise of data analytics, and the unexpected trends in what fans choose to bet on. From the early days of underground sportsbooks to the explosion of legalized betting markets, he shares insights on how the industry has adapted and what surprises still emerge.The CUSP Show is hosted by Joe Favorito (@Joefav) and Tom Richardson (@ConvergenceTR) and produced by Karthik Iyer (@bykarthikiyer), Freddie Walker (@freddiewalks), LJ Holmgren (@LJ_Holmgren), and Danny Hagenlocher (@DhColumbiaSPS), with social media efforts led by Pragna Prasanna, Breah Banks, and Lissa Ruiz.Links:https://chadmillman.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecuspshow.substack.com