The Smart Betting Club Podcast

Today, I’m joined by Phil Smith, a full time football bettor specialising in antepost (futures) markets and exchange trading. Phil shares his journey from early losses and trial and error, through to building a profitable approach combining Betfair trading and more recently, antepost betting. We go deep into how antepost betting works in practice, where the real edge comes from, and why volume, structure and discipline are key to long term success. The conversation also explores the growing challenges facing bettors today, including Phil’s own experiences, from being permanently removed from Betfair after years of activity, to being locked out of funds and bets for months during an affordability check with Sky Bet. These real world examples highlight the realities of modern betting, where getting money down, accessing funds, and even maintaining accounts has become as important as finding value. Bettors everywhere are experiencing woeful levels of customer service and significant hurdles depositing money for betting due to the failure of affordability checks and overbearing regulation. Phil's story captures and explains those frustrations in full for all to hear. This is a practical, honest discussion about modern betting, where theory often takes a back seat to execution, access and adaptability. KEY TALKING POINTS Support The Podcast You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. Get 150 days commission free via this link Resources & Mentions https://x.com/philbetting"The professional sports gamblers being hunted down by the bookies"Chris Fawcett's SYC Suggestion Smart Betting ClubKEY QUOTES On early struggles: “There was a lot of going through bankrolls and going around in circles. “It took me about 10 years before I went full time.” On finding an edge in antepost betting: “I realised there was a lot more to learn and a lot more angles to cover.” On building a bankroll: “I turned three grand into about twelve grand, that was a big bank builder.” On going full time: “I wasn’t happy in my job, so I decided to take the risk and go for it.” On Betfair challenges: “Betfair staff don’t really understand how people trade and operate. I never expected to get kicked off, it definitely caught me by surprise.” On Sky Bet issues: “It was six months of no access to my funds, no access to my bets. You can’t even speak to the people actually dealing with your account.” On volume and variance: “If you don’t place enough bets, you can easily get caught out.” On long term success: “If you can combine day to day profit with long term systems, that’s the way to go.

In Episode 100 of the SBC Betting Interview series, Pete welcomes a special guest to mark the milestone, Antonino (Ant) De Rosa, a former Pinnacle trader and now operator of a large scale professional betting group. This episode goes deep into the reality of sharp betting. Not theory, not models in isolation, but how markets actually move, how sportsbooks react, and why execution is often the biggest edge in the modern game. Ant shares his unique journey from elite level Magic: The Gathering player to being recruited by Pinnacle, where he specialised in live NBA trading. He explains how his edge was never about knowing sport better than others, but about predicting behaviour, understanding where the next bet would come from, and how the market would react. The conversation then shifts into the mechanics of running a serious betting operation today. From scaling across multiple sports, managing hundreds of accounts, and handling real world challenges like liquidity, restrictions, and non payment. Ant is clear that having a strong model or idea is not enough, if you cannot get money down, the edge has no value. This is a rare, honest look at the sharp end of betting in 2026, where success comes from combining insight, discipline, and the ability to execute at scale. Support The Podcast You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. Get 150 days commission free via this link: https://welcome.matchbook.com/SBC150 Resources & Mentions https://open.spotify.com/show/3VXIHNAv3HS9738ZeS0mKuhttps://x.com/DeRosa_Antoninohttps://smartbettingclub.com/Topics covered include Key quotes On what made him successful at Pinnacle “I was able to predict where the next bet was coming from." On market dynamics “If nothing is happening and a sharp bets you, you have to move. If they bet after you move, that means something completely different.” On sportsbooks and pricing “Opening lines don’t matter. Within 15 minutes you’re at the right number taking bets.” On timing of bets “Why did they bet now and not later, that’s the question you should be asking. On betting reality vs theory “If you can’t get money down on it, it’s worthless.” On execution challenges “I had no idea how hard it was to bet until I started doing it myself.” On scaling and liquidity “For us to get 10k down on a challenger match, 300 people might have to see the bet.” On building an edge “Start with an idea, then test it. Don’t start with a sport and hope to find one.”

Pete sits down with Graeme Acheson, founder of Sports4Cast, the data driven modelling platform recently reviewed in SBC Magazine 161. Graeme explains how a background in accountancy and risk analytics evolved into building forecasting models across rugby, football and baseball. What began as a passion project tracking rugby rankings developed into a fully automated betting model designed to identify bookmaker mispricing through probability accuracy. The discussion centres on rugby, where the model has produced a double digit ROI over the past 12 months, and why thinner, less efficient markets can offer opportunity for disciplined bettors. Graeme breaks down the distinction between prediction and probability, how his dynamic system adapts to market movement, and why timing can matter as much as selection. The conversation then moves beyond betting, exploring how the same ranking methodology has been used by football clubs such as Sunderland to help shortlist managers and guide season level decision making. Finally, Graeme outlines plans to expand into further sports, the challenges of modelling sharper markets like football, and why simple principles, applied consistently with good data, can still uncover edges in 2026. Topics covered include Support The Podcast You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our sponsor, Matchbook. Get 150 days commission free via this link Resources & Mentions sports4cast.comhttps://smartbettingclub.com/Key quotes and pull outs On how it started “I didn’t start doing it for betting. I just enjoyed making the predictions and seeing how accurate they were.” “The first question everybody would always ask was, do you use these for betting?” On rugby as a betting market “There’s always something going on in rugby, and it’s not priced as efficiently as football.” “The mispricings in some of the smaller rugby leagues are almost farcical.” “Three or four days out you’ll see plenty of good opportunities. The trade off is limits.” On Using The Sports4Cast Service "The system is constantly updating. Every hour the recommendations can change.” “Different users will see different opportunities depending on when they log in.” On Syndicates and Scale “I speak to a couple of syndicates who take the responsibility of getting the bets down. That allows you to get some skin in the game without the admin of keeping accounts open.” “If you have the execution in place, there is definitely scale there in rugby.” On working with football clubs “If a manager consistently joins clubs and leaves them at a much higher ranking, they must be doing something right.” “You never blindly follow the data. You match the quantitative with the qualitative.” “It just gives clubs a grounding. You’re not sticking your finger in the air.”

Pete sits down with Chris Fawcett, former full time professional gambler turned model builder and co founder of Sharp Betting. Chris reflects on a 20 year career in betting that began in the late 1990s, from early horse racing speed ratings to automated exchange models, and later high volume football accumulators. He explains how exchanges changed the game, why markets became more efficient, and why staking and risk tolerance evolved as he got older. The conversation then shifts to Sharp Betting, how the models work, why accumulators make sense in today’s soft bookmaker environment, and the challenge of educating bettors to trust process over short term results. Finally, Chris gives a detailed and data driven take on the state of the UK betting market, affordability checks, exchange decline, black market growth, rising taxation, and what he believes needs to change. Topics Support The Podcast You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. Get 150 days commission free via this link: https://welcome.matchbook.com/SBC150 Resources & Mentions https://sharpbetting.co.uk/https://x.com/chrisgambler247https://smartbettingclub.com/ Key Quotes Why Business Feels Riskier Than GamblingThe Betfair Turning PointModels Must AdaptWhy Accumulators Make SenseWhere Did The Money GoCulture Change First Punishing The MajorityAdapt, Do Not Exit

In Episode 97 of the Smart Betting Club Podcast, I am joined for the third time by Anthony Kaminskas, founder of AKBets and a former professional punter turned bookmaker. Nearly three years on from the launch of AKBets, this conversation takes stock of how the business has grown, how the betting industry has shifted, and why life as a modern bookmaker is far tougher than most punters realise - including a healthy discussion on betting restrictions. AK speaks candidly about operating under UK regulation, handling restrictions, managing compliance risk, and absorbing rising costs at every level of the business. He also lifts the lid on the real economics of running a sportsbook, sharing hard numbers on payroll, data feeds, duties, levies, payment processing and platform fees. This is not a marketing interview. It is an honest look at why betting markets look the way they do, why margins are tightening, and why both punters and bookmakers are being squeezed by the same pressures. Topics covered include • The early chaos of launching AKBets just before Cheltenham and surviving the first year • Growing from a one man operation to a licensed bookmaker with close to 30 staff • Why compliance now outweighs trading as the biggest business risk and team • How and why bookmakers limit or restrict certain betting patterns • The reality behind social media narratives around account closures • The impact of rising UK betting and casino duties on prices and offers • Why higher taxation almost always leads to worse odds for customers • The true monthly cost of running a UK sportsbook • Why horse racing is becoming harder and harder to offer sustainably • The growing risk of black market operators as regulation tightens • Whether the future still holds opportunity for sharp bettors • Why professional gambling skills transfer well outside betting If you want to understand how bookmakers actually think, why markets behave the way they do, and where the pressure points now sit in UK betting, this is essential listening. Support The Podcast You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. Get 150 days commission free via this link: https://welcome.matchbook.com/SBC150 Resources & Mentions AKBetsSmart Betting Club

In this episode, Pete speaks with Andrew Pace, founder of inplayLIVE, a live betting platform built around real time wagering and repeatable edges. Andrew shares his journey from early losing punter to profitable live bettor, then into building one of the most active live betting communities around today. Andrew explains how watching games in real time revealed repeatable pricing errors, why mindset is the foundation of long term success, how his field goal strategy kickstarted six figure profits, and why tracking and data now shape everything he does. He also gives a candid look at the realities of getting on, dealing with limits and non payments, and why offshore and crypto books are both a risk and a necessity at scale. The conversation also covers the evolution of inplayLIVE, the role of its education system, how the community compounds edges, and the adjustments needed as markets shift and tighten. For those wanting to learn more about inplayLive, you can read a full independent review and take advantage of a 25% saving on both the Light and Pro packages (the latter worth over £450) in Issue 158 of the Smart Betting Club magazine. Key Talking Points Key Quotes On getting started live betting... "My first parlay won, and the next day I was on Craigslist buying TVs so I could watch every game.” On learning where the edges lay... “I watched everything with the sportsbook open, and I started to notice patterns. That’s when things changed.” On the psychological battles bettors face... “The biggest edge in betting long term is always mindset.” On the inplayLIVE community... “We’ve had members find edges that became more profitable than anything I’d been betting before.” On not getting paid by bookies... “I’ve been cut off from well over 500 sportsbooks and stiffed for more than $400,000 dollars.” Support The Podcast You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. Get 150 days commission free via this link: https://welcome.matchbook.com/SBC150 Resources & Mentions inplayLIVE website Recent SBC magazine feature (Issue 158) reviewing inplayLIVE Listen to the inplayLIVE podcast 'Behind The Lines'

In this episode, Pete speaks with Sharp Betting co-founder David Hipkin, who started out as a boxing trader before pivoting into professional betting, using the same data-led methods that would later form the basis of Sharp Betting to generate over £200,000 in profit from soft bookmakers alone. David shares his journey from early days in spread betting alongside the likes of Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis, to betting with AI edge models and the launch of the Sharp Betting platform in 2024. You’ll learn real-world strategies to beat the bookmakers, insights into how to operate like a sharp bettor and what it really takes to escape the limitation trap most punters find themselves in. We also explore Sharp Betting’s curated tools and member community, including the explosive growth of David’s Daily - a free Telegram tipping feed showing 12.54% ROI from more than 2,600 bets. And if you're an SBC member, you can currently secure a full 12 months of Sharp Betting Premium for just £150 - saving £78 compared to the regular price (offer valid until 30 November 2025). Key Talking Points Sharp Betting Highlight: Support The Podcast You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. Get 150 days commission free via this link: https://welcome.matchbook.com/SBC150 Resources & Mentions Sharp Betting website Recent SBC magazine feature (Issue 157) profiling Sharp BettingFollow Sharp Betting on X (Twitter) Follow David on X (Twitter

In this episode, Pete speaks with Elliot Roe and Samm Hunter, two leading performance and mindset coaches who specialise in helping elite performers from poker champions and traders to professional bettors reach their potential. Fresh from their Bet Bash 2025 seminar “From Emotion to Execution: The Champion’s Mindset for Sports Betting”, Elliot and Samm break down what separates consistent winners from those trapped by emotion, ego, and poor habits. Together, they unpack how to build emotional regulation, discipline, and resilience in a world driven by variance and risk. This is one of those episodes that will make you rethink how you approach betting, pressure, and performance both on and off the computer screen. In This Episode being the casinobeing the gamblerKey Quotes “You need to see yourself as the casino, not the gambler. The casino doesn’t care about one spin, it cares about the long-term results.” - Elliot Roe “Our subconscious beliefs around money, worth, and success shape everything - even how we bet.” - Samm Hunter “Most bettors aren’t aware how much edge they give away through emotion. Tracking those moments is the first step to real improvement.” - Elliot Roe About the Guests Elliot RoePrimed Mindelliotroe.com/success-storiesSamm Hunterprimedmind.com/sammhunterwww.primedmind.comhttps://elliotroe.pro.typeform.com/to/rl0svgYSSupport The Podcast You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. Get 150 days commission free via this link: https://welcome.matchbook.com/SBC150

In this latest SBC Podcast episode, we shine a spotlight on a North American bettor who has turned software into serious profit. Franco, known online as Raid_Prints, joins me to share how he went from casual square punter to making over $200,000 profit in just two years. His story is not theory, it’s a real-life example of what’s possible when you combine the right tools, discipline, and mindset. Fresh from our major SBC review of Pinnacle Odds Dropper and the Episode 92 discussion with its creator, this episode flips the perspective. Franco explains how he uses Pinnacle Odds Dropper (POD) in practice to beat the soft books, where he finds value, and the secrets to sustaining long-term success. We cover: His journey from square to sharpThe daily routine of a steamer bettorSecrets behind his $200k profitHow others can do it tooThe North American betting boomThe mindset requiredThis is not just theory, it’s a showcase of sharp betting in practice. Whether you’re in North America or elsewhere, Franco’s story provides invaluable lessons on discipline, software, and the modern betting environment. You can also support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. Get 150 days commission free via this link: https://welcome.matchbook.com/SBC150 For more on the topics explored in this podcast https://www.tiktok.com/@raid_printshttps://pinnacleoddsdropper.com

In the latest SBC Podcast episode, I sit down again with Dylan, co-founder of Pinnacle Odds Dropper, to take a deep dive into sharp betting, market efficiency, and the results of our detailed August 2025 review of POD. We explore how the software helps advantage bettors track steam moves, why Pinnacle remains the barometer for bookmakers, and the lessons from analysing 345,000+ logged bets. Dylan and I also share insights on CLV, market limits, niche sports, and the growing challenges facing US bettors under new tax rules. HOW POD WORKS & WHY IT MATTERS WHICH SPORTS DELIVER THE BIGGEST EDGES CLOSING LINE VALUE & MARKET LIMITS SHARP BOOKS & MARKET EFFICIENCY PRACTICAL BETTING STRATEGIES FUTURE TECH & REGULATION Dylan also shares why Pinnacle still leads the way for sharp betting, how bettors can avoid leaving money on the table, and why adaptability is the hallmark of long-term winners. You can also support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. Get 150 days commission free via this link: https://welcome.matchbook.com/SBC150 For more on Dylan & POD https://pinnacleoddsdropper.comhttps://x.com/pinnacleoddsdrop

In the latest SBC Podcast episode, I sit down with Tom Waterhouse, Australian betting guru, ex-CEO of William Hill Australia, and founder of Waterhouse VC. Tom lifts the lid on how professional syndicates really operate, where today’s biggest betting edges can be found, and what the rise of new markets like crypto and contracts means for sharp players. He also shares how Waterhouse VC is investing in cutting-edge suppliers, betting technology, and even syndicates themselves, with a focus on option-based deals that limit risk but maximise upside. HOW WATERHOUSE VC FINDS AN EDGE SYNDICATES – WHAT PROS DO DIFFERENTLY DISCIPLINE, MINDSET & SHARP PLAY REGULATION, MINIMUM BET LAW & THE BLACK MARKET NEW TECH & WHERE THE GAME IS MOVING Tom also explains why patience and selectivity matter more than constant action, how pros adapt to tougher markets, and why sharp players will always gravitate to where they can bet at scale. You can also support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. You can get 150 days commission free with them via this link

Returning guest Harry Stewart-Moore, betting lawyer and partner at Gardner Leader, answers listener questions and pulls back the curtain on the toughest legal issues facing bettors in 2025. MULTI ACCOUNTING CHAT What you really need to know about multi-accounting, runners, and 'beards' Why civil forfeiture cases under the Proceeds of Crime Act are quietly becoming a big issue BETTING DISPUTES Why fewer disputes are reaching court even as complaints surge Why overseas firms are so hard to pursue and the loophole that needs closing ID requests, document checks, and withdrawal blocks What happens to withheld funds during a stalemate and the 5 percent account-maintenance fee MONITORING, OMBUDSMAN & BLACK MARKET The realities of betting-shop compliance Will the proposed ombudsman deliver genuine change or simply mirror IBAS? How a lack of industry solutions is pushing sharp punters toward the black market Harry’s solutions to fix racing The need for a campaign to warn unsuspecting users of black-market dangers Why Harry believes the black market poses an existential threat to legal gamblingHarry also explains why “being in the right” often is not enough when challenging a bookmaker, especially when rules are vague and the firm sits offshore. Discover More: https://smartbettingclub.com/Harry Stewart-Moore at Gardner Leader h.stewart-moore@gardner-leader.co.ukTwitterSBC on twitter

From starting out behind the counter at Ladbrokes to leading the British Horseracing Authority and advising the UK Gambling Commission, Nick Rust OBE has seen the betting world from every angle. In this candid, hour-long conversation, Nick reflects on his journey through the sharp end of UK betting—sharing what he’s learned about punters, bookmakers, racing politics, regulation, and even his own quest to bet profitably as an SBC member. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Ladbrokes.com📈 If you’re a punter, tipster, or industry watcher, this episode offers a rare window into the real world of betting—from shop floors to boardrooms and regulators’ offices. 🙌 Episode sponsored by Matchbook – grab 150 days commission-free via: matchbook.com/sbc

In this episode, I’m joined by Jeevan Jeyaratnam, Chief Betting Officer at Abelson Info—an industry leader in player market pricing and home to the settlement feeds behind many of today’s major betting markets. Jeev shares insights from two decades in the betting world, including the evolution of player-focused markets like anytime goal scorers, shots, cards, and more. With Abelson pricing over 17,000 football matches annually, Jeev offers an expert deep dive into the nuts and bolts of compiling odds, managing data accuracy, and servicing leading firms like Flutter, Entain, William Hill, and Betway. You can also support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. You can get 150 days, commission free with them via this link. Key topics include: shots on targetfouls committedgoalkeeper savesedge casesHenrikh MkhitaryanBet Builder product launch(00:00) Intro & Jeevan’s Role (02:00) Career Beginnings & Super Soccer Origins (05:30) Rise of Goal Scorer Market (08:30) Abelson’s Reach & Bookmaker Clients (11:30) Custom Pricing & Bookmaker Strategies (13:30) Data Collection and the Human Edge (15:30) Adding New Markets & Role of Modelling (18:30) Player Expectancies & Real-World Examples (21:30) In-Play Pricing Adjustments (24:30) Value in Pre-Match Windows (27:30) The Penalty Taker Dilemma (30:30) Goal Scorer Profiles & Outliers (34:30) Pricing Successes and Mistakes (38:30) Player Markets vs. Match Odds (43:00) Punters & Perceptions (47:00) Bet Builders & Market Evolution (51:00) Brazilian Booking Loophole (54:30) What’s Next at Abelson It’s a fascinating episode for bettors interested in the mechanics behind player props and the value spots to target in today's dynamic markets.

In the latest SBC Podcast I am joined by Kieran Ward, an experienced bettor and tipster who has been finding value for over 25 years! Value is central to what Kieran does and his tipping services, including​The Value Machine​ and his newly formed The Value Machine Exchange Profits are both laser-focused on finding selections that are overpriced, whether that be with soft bookmakers or exchanges. In this chat, Kieran and I walk through his history in the betting world, how his approach to gambling has changed over time and how he balances his own betting with running numerous successful services. ​SBC Magazine Issue #150​ also came up as Kieran and I discuss a new project where he and a fellow 'SBC Hall of Famer', Allan Darke, have married their approaches to create a superb new system that is accessible to all as it is exchange based. Adapting, finding sustainable solutions and providing services that customers want is central to why Kieran is so popular - this chat showcases that perfectly! For a limited time only, you can save 20% on the ​Value Machine​ by using the code SBCPOD20 during checkout You can also support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. You can get​150 days, commission free with them via this link​. (00:00) Introduction (00:45) A life in betting - what does Kieran do - what is his history in the betting world? (04:40) Bottom-up vs. top-down betting and issues with Betfair's reliability (06:18) Getting on, tipping vs. betting and Kieran's high-volume betting strategy (08:00) Kieran Ward: a day in the life! (11:20) Just racing or does Kieran dabble elsewhere? (12:10) 'The Value Machine' and Kieran's other tipping services - developing, maintaining and innovating (18:30) Attainable returns using Kieran's software & dealing with volatility (23:13) The Value Machine Exchange Profits: teaming up with Allan Darke (25:00) Betting into exchanges late - a different challenge to take on (29:24) Adapting to the markets and liquidity (30:35) Affordability and bureaucratic issues with operators (33:00) Kieran's expansion plans (34:05) Where to find Kieran

In the latest SBC Podcast I am joined by Varun Sudhakar, the Co-Founder and CEO of the crypto-exchange, BetDEX. Varun is an experienced operator within the betting industry, with various roles across several continents and plenty of punting (as he calls it!) making him an intriguing guest with lots of insight. The growth era during regulatory relaxations in the US defined his earlier career experiences and progression has left him where he is today - at the cutting edge of a new era, with technology and cultural trends helping to pool liquidity across the world. This innovation requires investment, vision and the ability to seize opportunities - something that Varun and BetDEX pride themselves on. This chat covers all of that, with the 'big ideas', challenges and key considerations all topics of conversation as Varun sets out where he thinks betting (and in particular BetDEX) can get to over the next few years and decades. In addition, Varun has a very special offer for SBC Podcast listeners who reside within countries where BetDEX are licensed. You can get 0% commission for the first 120 days of your use of the site here: https://promos.betdex.com/sbc All of the relevant details are included on the sign up page and visiting the site is the quickest way to find out if BetDEX operate where you are (e.g. they do in Ireland but not in the UK). For those of you who would like to follow or interact with Varun, there are numerous ways to do so. He can be followed/contacted on Twitter/X @svarun91, his email is varun@betdex.com and his Telegram ID is @varunsudhakar. (00:40) An introduction to Varun (02:00) Varun's work at FanDuel (03:50) Hypergrowth in US betting: regulation, marketing wars and a Flutter takeover (06:10) Co-founding BetDEX - a different vision for a betting operator (08:20) What makes BetDEX different from other bookmakers and exchanges? (10:38) Growth areas, where customers are coming from and why (13:40) BetDEX's markets and the 'chicken and egg' of customers and liquidity (17:13) The challenges of hosting horse racing on the platform (18:50) BetDEX's brokerage service and meeting the demands of larger-staking bettors (20:35) The types of bigger bets that BetDEX are facilitating (24:30) Cryptocurrencies, their growing prevalence and challenges/opportunities vs. fiat money (27:50) Regulators and choosing which jurisdictions to operate in (30:00) Plans to improve the BetDEX platform and broadening the customer offering (32:05) Varun's vision for BetDEX in both the medium and long-term (33:25) How to find Varun and a special 0% commission offer for SBC Podcast listeners! You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our brand-new podcast sponsor, Matchbook. You can get 150 days commission free with them via https://www.matchbook.com/promo/sbc-150 To find out everything you need to know about the Smart Betting Club, please visit www.smartbettingclub.com. For up-to-date news, commentary and direct contact links, our Twitter/X handle is @SBCInfo - if you have any questions about what we do, please get in touch!

In the latest SBC Podcast I am joined by Josh to talk about a project that we have launched in February to help punters everywhere. Bookmaker disputes are the most common complaint that we receive here at the SBC and Gambling Commission in the UK have highlighted it as a major frustration for punters too (they haven't done anything about it but that's another story!). To help, we have created a brand-new guide that can help walk you through what to do in spots where bookmakers create friction at withdrawal. You can get your FREE SBC Bookmaker Dispute Document here: https://smartbettingclub.com/bookmaker-dispute-guidance/. In this podcast we discuss the whats and whys of the guide, with some of our personal experiences and opinions intertwined into the chat. Please feel free to share the guide with anyone you feel could benefit from what is inside - it's free for everyone and despite being 'UK-centric' - many of these firms are international companies and apply similar policies in different jurisdictions. You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our brand-new podcast sponsor, Matchbook. You can get 150 days, commission free with them via this link. (00:00) Introduction (01:31) Why Are We Here? (04:03) Just A UK Problem? (07:09) Withdrawal Woes & Loose T & Cs (13:21) Big Brother Is Watching You! (19:51) Prevention (27:34) Disputes - How To Handle Them (37:45) Showing You Know What You're Doing (39:15) ADRs - Are They Worthwhile? (42:42) Considering Court Action (47:25) Court Claims For Larger Amounts (51:20) Other Tips & Tricks (52:20) The Guide & Final Thoughts

In the latest Smart Betting Club podcast, SBC Editor, Pete was joined by Rowan Day for a new 'Betting Clever' episode with plenty of talking points on the agenda. First of all, we discussed the news that the dates for Smart Bash 2025 have been announced - the 3rd and 4th July 2025 and once again it will be held at Chelsea FC in London. We discuss the additional plans for the 2025 event based on feedback received including a new 'Workshop' Day. Next, it was time for betting chat with both Racing and Golf explored, starting with the former and the excellent results achieved by Rowan using various SBC golf strategies and tipsters so far this year. We also then unpacked the large review of Tilt The Odds as published in SBC 148 and just who this busy racing strategy service would be suitable for and the challenges of betting on the sport of kings these days. We also discussed the rise of crypto as a currency for betting and why we expect more and more betting websites and bookmakers to adopt it and the new 'simple guide to betting using crypto' now available on the SBC website. One firm exclusively using crypto and welcoming customers from countries like the UK is Bet105 and we also discussed what they offer, why they welcome winners and why more bettors are being attracted to sites like this. All of which followed nicely onto the story of Phil Smith and the viral tweets we put out regarding his Skybet betting account which was suspended without explanation for 8 weeks before a complete closure. This dreadful case sums up so many of the issues we continue to hear about as regards the increase in bookmaker disputes, as punters suffer due to a lack of a proper ombudsman and a regulator that refuses to take action. Finally we also explored the new Syndicate Edge service from SBC, what it was inspired by and why its actually providing genuine Syndicate-level goalscoring bets for people to follow in. You can also support the SBC Podcast by visiting our brand new podcast sponsor, Matchbook. You can get 150 days, commission free with them via this link: https://www.matchbook.com/promo/sbc-150 RESOURCES Smart BashSBC 148 Tilt The OddsIntro Guide To Using Crypto For BettingSyndicate EdgeBet105Phil Smith vs Skybet Story Update 1Update 2Update 3

After an ​intriguing first part​ of SBC Podcast #83 this is part two, where I quiz the betting expert Jose and get some answers to bettor FAQs. After discussing technical betting topics in part 1, this segment covers more 'practical' subjects as we start by touching upon issues such as barriers to profitable betting, cryptocurrencies and how the betting ecosystem is changing around the world. Jose and I then go on to discuss questions that are regularly fired our way here at the SBC around betting with soft bookmakers, sharp bookmakers and exchanges in the most efficient ways possible. Jose's personality and wisdom shine through even more in the second half of Episode 83 as he talks us through some 'dos and don'ts' that many of us wish we had learnt sooner! You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our brand-new podcast sponsor, Matchbook. You can get ​​150 days, commission free with them via this link​. Timestamps (00:49) The barriers to profitable betting (02:35) Cryptocurrencies & consumer preferences: a changing ecosystem (06:50) The future of the global betting markets (11:25) Which sports markets are on the rise? Which sports are declining? (14:30) Originator or mover? Which is better? (16:13) Who does Jose work with? (19:13) Listener questions: using soft bookmakers & sharps/exchanges (29:32) The ideal betting location in 2025 (32:15) Networking: talk to Jose!

In the first part of a 'double header' for SBC Podcast Episode #83 I was joined by Jose, one of the most informed and well-connected betting people that I know of. Jose has a wealth of experience working with bettors from all over the world and instead of modelling or originating his own bets, he concentrates on networking and meeting people who can. Getting on, masking sharp activity and sustainable betting are all hallmarks of Jose's work and he has strong opinions about everything from the most efficient market makers, the best types of edges and CLV. In part 1, we discuss all of this as Jose shares wisdom that can benefit bettors of all levels from beginners right through to hardened pros. Part 2 will be with you soon as we will answer some very common questions that bettors have! Enjoy! You can support the SBC Podcast by visiting our brand-new podcast sponsor, Matchbook. You can get ​150 days, commission free with them via this link.​ To find out everything you need to know about the Smart Betting Club, please visit www.smartbettingclub.com. For up-to-date news, commentary and direct contact links, our Twitter/X handle is @SBCInfo - if you have any questions about what we do, please get in touch! Timestamps (00:00) Intro (00:27) A long chat: a two-parter (01:35) Introducing Jose (04:20) Betting, edges & scaling operations with others (10:45) Betting in practice: sustainability (15:20) Bet execution & the variance that comes with multiples (21:20) Pinnacle: is it still the same barometer it once was? (28:10) CLV (36:32) Good & bad practice in betting groups (44:16) End of part 1!