
The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast
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Everyone wants to beat the casino. Hear from those who actually have. From practical tips and hard-earned wisdom to epic stories of blackjack careers that went far better than expected, the Blackjack Apprenticeship podcast is for anyone interested in blackjack, or card counting.
The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast
1w ago
This week, we’re revisiting the first time Nickels—our incredible Community Moderator on the forums and chat—made an appearance on BJA. In this episode, we dive into his journey to becoming a professional advantage player, strategies for spotting and seizing opportunities in the casino, how to capitalize on rare (and valuable) casino promotions, and much more ..read more
The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast
1w ago
Joe748 and SD1 are digging into the mailbag today to tackle a wide range of questions from the nuances of beatable side bets and card counting strategies abroad to dealing with casino heat and maintaining longevity as an advantage player. They also dive into the psychological challenges of card counting, the corporate grind versus the freedom of advantage play, and even the strategy behind winning at UNO ..read more
The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast
2w ago
Today we're talking to Andrew Uyal, the author of "Blackjack Insiders". He began his career as a pit boss in Las Vegas before learning to count cards from his supervisor. With insider knowledge from the casino operations side the two teamed up to count cards across the country and built a sizable bankroll. Andrew ultimately made the decision to return to casino supervising, where his firsthand understanding of both sides of the table continues to shape his unique perspective on the industry.
You can also see the video of this podcast on the BJA YouTube channel ..read more
The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast
3w ago
We're off this week but this is a favorite interview from the vaults that a lot of you may not have heard before. Enjoy! We talk about how a part time card counter and full time construction worker has earned six figures counting cards. He's driving the company truck to the casino, using casino money to pay for his wedding; all while getting a lot of comps (cruises, flights, hotels, TVs, and a Dyson vacuum).
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The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast
1M ago
SD1 and Joe748 are joined by BCD and SmurfAP to explore how professional gamblers stay healthy on the road. They discuss balancing fitness with long casino hours, and navigating travel diets. Packed with tips and personal stories, this episode offers practical advice for thriving in a high-pressure lifestyle. This is the first episode of our 2025 series in AP Lifestyle Skills. Each month we'll deep dive into a skill Advantage Players need to succeed at the lifestyle.  ..read more
The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast
1M ago
Colin and Joe748 are joined with guest T. Dane to explore the evolution of casino surveillance and advantage play. T. Dane shares over 20 years of experience, from the shift to digital surveillance to catching card counters and uncovering techniques like whole-carding. They also discuss facial recognition, generational changes in players, and his journey writing books on the art of surveillance.
If you’re looking to dig deeper into these topics check out T. Dane’s books: The Art of Casino Surveillance: An Insight into Modern-Day Game Protection and Behind The Black Dome: An Advantage Pla ..read more
The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast
2M ago
Today Joe748 and SD1 hang out with L_EC, a professional card counter. He was last here in 2021, a lot has changed since then. L_EC shares his journey from starting with a small bankroll and enduring a grueling 400-hour losing streak to eventually joining teams, playing solo, and mastering the art of advantage play. He reflects on the challenges of bankroll management, adapting to different team dynamics, and balancing his personal life while pursuing a career in advantage play ..read more
The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast
2M ago
Colin is joined by SD1 to tackle more community questions on card counting, blackjack strategy, and bankroll management. They dive into creating convincing “acts” to stay under the radar, the pros and cons of working with investors, and strategies for managing multi-currency bankrolls. Between questions they dive into stories, including high-stakes splits, team play mishaps, and the importance of learning from ploppies (non-counters). Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just curious about the blackjack lifestyle, this episode has something for everyone ..read more
The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast
2M ago
Today we're revisiting a classic interview from 2019 with an AP who goes by the name “Yoshi.” For those who don’t know his story, Yoshi is a card counter who turned $3,000 into $1.2 million in two years of full-time play. He has recently taken an indefinite break from AP to pursue other interests. In this interview we discuss:
– The road from beginner to pro
– What led to his decision to step away from advantage play.
– His perspective looking back at the last 2 years
– His advice for other card counters and APs ..read more
The Blackjack Apprenticeship Podcast
2M ago
Colin sits down with Jack Andrews & Gina Fiore to discuss what it takes to make it in the world of professional gambling. Both starting their careers as Card Counters, they've mastered a wide range of advantage play techniques, outsmarting the house time and time again for over 20+ years ..read more