Today Joe748 and SD1 are joined by LightningMcAces and SolidestDawg to discuss their transition from solo card counting to forming a team with an outside investor. LightningMcAces shares his journey from discovering card counting during quarantine to perfecting his skills in 2023. SolidestDawg recounts how the movie "21" inspired him to start card counting and his early experiences. The discussion covers the pros and cons of taking investment, team dynamics, trust issues, handling backoffs, and the financial implications of their career choices ..read more

In today's podcast, Colin interviews Don Johnson, a former horse jockey, racetrack CEO, and Blackjack Hall of Famer known for winning $15 million in Atlantic City by negotiating favorable lost rebates. Don shares his journey from horse racing to professional blackjack, detailing how he identified and capitalized on advantageous betting conditions. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the game, meeting the right people, and negotiating with casinos to maximize his edge. You can also see this interview in video on the Blackjack Apprenticeship Youtube ..read more

We're revisiting a classic episode where BJA Pro "The Phoenix" shares his incredible journey, revealing the side bet that earned him $300,000 in 10 months. He discusses what he's been up to since achieving his financial goals, the events leading to his discovery of the lucrative side bet, and how he almost quit the game altogether. "The Phoenix" also delves into his unique strategy for maintaining a positive atmosphere in the casino and explains how card counters can "create their own luck ..read more

In this episode, Colin and Joe748 are joined by SD1. The conversation delves into SD1's transition from part-time to full-time Advantage Player (AP), the pros and cons of this lifestyle change, and his strategies for balancing work and AP play. SD1 shares insights on sales tactics applied to card counting, the value of diversifying AP skills, and the importance of a supportive community in the AP world ..read more

RickFromCanada returns with team members Goodyear, Andrea, and Kev to join Colin and Joe748. The group dives into their card counting experiences, discussing the formation of their blackjack team and the professional challenges they’ve faced. Rick details his journey from a novice to a mentor and now a team leader, while the team members share their initial hesitations, the learning process, and how camaraderie has been crucial in managing the ups and downs of high-stakes gambling ..read more

Today Colin and Joe748 interview Highl0w20, a BJA member who decided to pursue a nomadic lifestyle with his family. Highl0w20 shares his journey of transitioning from a regular job to becoming a blackjack AP, facing setbacks such as backoffs and losing streaks, and eventually achieving financial stability that allowed him to work less and spend more time with his family. The episode delves into the practicalities and emotional aspects of living an unconventional life on the road while counting cards ..read more

Colin sits down with Peacock, who has been a BJA Member for several years now, is a multiple time Bootcamp attendee, and ran a two man team with another Member. One thing that makes Peacock’s story unique is that he fits in being a card counter around being President of a fairly large-sized company. But he enjoys the hustle of beating the casinos just as much as the next AP. In this podcast we discuss: - What would possess an executive to become a card counter - What his training and testout process were like - What the board of his company thinks of his “hobby” - What motivates him now as an ..read more

Colin talks with Anthony Curtis, a former professional card counter and Blackjack tournament expert who founded the Las Vegas Advisor and Huntington Press. Anthony discusses his gambling success and his inclusion in the Blackjack Hall of Fame. We also discuss the MGM hack, where Anthony was interviewed by "60 Minutes". The discussion delves into why MGM and Caesars made different decisions regarding the payment of ransom in hacks they experienced, with insights into the complexities and consequences of such incidents in the context of Las Vegas casinos ..read more

In today's episode, Joe748 goes solo with Deepgritz, a Blackjack Apprenticeship member who began playing blackjack full-time after attending a bootcamp in April '21. They discuss transitioning into the blackjack world post-retirement, exploring Deepgritz's journey from his first casino visit to becoming a professional blackjack player. They highlight the similarities between competitive chess, which Deepgritz played for 45 years, and blackjack, focusing on the mental aspects and decision-making skills required for both ..read more

We revisit the vault from July 2019 with Andy Uyal, author of ‘The Blackjack Insiders: How Two Pit Bosses Beat the Casinos at Their Own Game.’ In this interview, we'll delve into the dynamics of having a partner for navigating the highs of big wins and the lows of harsh losing streaks, examine the mutual superstitions held by casinos and gamblers alike, explore the strategy of playing during times when staff capable of backing players off are not present, discuss the level of suspicion that back counting arouses, and share some dining recommendations from a contributor to 'Las Vegas Advisor ..read more