Ever wondered how international stars are reshaping the NBA landscape? Join us as we shine a spotlight on global sensations like Joel Embiid, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. We'll also dive into the rising influence of French talent with back-to-back number one draft picks Victor Wembanyama and Zachary Richet. Our chat takes an unexpected turn as we discuss the innovative measures at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where 200,000 condoms will be distributed to promote safe sex. We'll also reminisce about the Mirage casino's iconic legacy and Steve Wynn's transformative impact on the industry.

Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced by Rick Barrio Dill and Bri Coorey. Additional graphics and writing assistance by Dan Telfer. Socials and Marketing Nick Wolferman. Engineering and Editing by Bri Coorey. Equipment provided by SLAP Studios LA (SLAPStudiosLA.com) and studios provided by SLAP Studios LA and 360-Pod.

If you, or someone you know needs help around gambling related issues, there are more ways than ever to get connected with help. Call the Problem Gambling HelpLine at 888-ADMIT-IT (236-4848) or go to www.gamblinghelp.org

Is our reliance on digital payments leading us down a dangerous path? In this episode, we make a bold case for keeping cash alive in our increasingly cashless society, arguing that the tactile, immediate nature of cash transactions offers a simplicity and honesty that digital payments cannot. From lamenting the sky-high costs of visits to Disneyland and Yankee Stadium, to reminiscing about the nostalgic charm of playing bingo in smoky rooms, we paint a vivid picture of how shifting financial practices are reshaping American capitalism—and not always for the better.

Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced by Rick Barrio Dill and Bri Coorey. Additional graphics and writing assistance by Dan Telfer. Socials and Marketing Nick Wolferman. Engineering and Editing by Bri Coorey. Equipment provided by SLAP Studios LA (SLAPStudiosLA.com) and studios provided by SLAP Studios LA and 360-Pod.

If you, or someone you know needs help around gambling related issues, there are more ways than ever to get connected with help. Call the Problem Gambling HelpLine at 888-ADMIT-IT (236-4848) or go to www.gamblinghelp.org

Can Aaron Rodgers really tackle the world of politics as adeptly as he throws a football? Join us in this hilarious take on Rodgers' potential vice-presidential run alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as we question his political prowess and compare it to his on-field skills. We'll also discuss the precarious nature of NBA coaching jobs and why even the "Coach of the Year" isn't safe from the chopping block. Plus, get the scoop on the latest bed bug drama at Las Vegas hotels and a bizarre scorpion sting lawsuit at the Venetian. We also take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, bidding adieu to Red Lobster and sharing a personal story tied to the iconic seafood chain.

Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced by Rick Barrio Dill and Bri Coorey. Additional graphics and writing assistance by Dan Telfer. Socials and Marketing Nick Wolferman. Engineering and Editing by Bri Coorey. Equipment provided by SLAP Studios LA (SLAPStudiosLA.com) and studios provided by SLAP Studios LA and 360-Pod.

If you, or someone you know needs help around gambling related issues, there are more ways than ever to get connected with help. Call the Problem Gambling HelpLine at 888-ADMIT-IT (236-4848) or go to www.gamblinghelp.org

What a sigh of relief for those of us who aren't New York Knicks superfans! We need to give a big shout-out to the Indiana Pacers for giving us all a break from the relentless media frenzy. This episode, we're not just talking sports; we're diving into the fanfare that sometimes feels like it's more about the hype than the game – think Stephen A. Smith and Spike Lee levels of zeal. And for anyone who's flirted with lady luck in sports betting, I've got a story about Drake's latest misadventures that might sound uncomfortably familiar. Plus, I'll reveal a time when I learned the hard way that there's a time to bet and a time to just watch the game.

Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced by Rick Barrio Dill and Bri Coorey. Additional graphics and writing assistance by Dan Telfer. Socials and Marketing Nick Wolferman. Engineering and Editing by Bri Coorey. Equipment provided by SLAP Studios LA (SLAPStudiosLA.com) and studios provided by SLAP Studios LA and 360-Pod.

If you, or someone you know needs help around gambling related issues, there are more ways than ever to get connected with help. Call the Problem Gambling HelpLine at 888-ADMIT-IT (236-4848) or go to www.gamblinghelp.org

WSOP first ever 10K Big O Boardroom Vegas wrap-up

Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced by Rick Barrio Dill and Bri Coorey. Additional graphics and writing assistance by Dan Telfer. Socials and Marketing Nick Wolferman. Engineering and Editing by Bri Coorey. Equipment provided by SLAP Studios LA (SLAPStudiosLA.com) and studios provided by SLAP Studios LA and 360-Pod.

If you, or someone you know needs help around gambling related issues, there are more ways than ever to get connected with help. Call the Problem Gambling HelpLine at 888-ADMIT-IT (236-4848) or go to www.gamblinghelp.org

We are checking in with our guys from The Boardroom Beverly Hills as they compete in the 10k Big 0 from Las Vegas.

Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced by Rick Barrio Dill and Bri Coorey. Additional graphics and writing assistance by Dan Telfer. Socials and Marketing Nick Wolferman. Engineering and Editing by Bri Coorey. Equipment provided by SLAP Studios LA (SLAPStudiosLA.com) and studios provided by SLAP Studios LA and 360-Pod.

If you, or someone you know needs help around gambling related issues, there are more ways than ever to get connected with help. Call the Problem Gambling HelpLine at 888-ADMIT-IT (236-4848) or go to www.gamblinghelp.org

Oh SH$t!!!!!

Norm, Gambling Mad crew and our boys from The BoardRoom are all BACK in Las Vegas for this year's World Series of Poker!!! As a warm-up, several of our guys take on the smaller $1500 Omaha tournament where there are multiple by-ins. And thats not a good thing. How did they do? Are they ready for the FIRST EVER $10,000 PLO WSOP EVENT? Find out right here. And make sure to SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT on Gambling Mad and let us know how your chip stack is treating you.

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Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced by Rick Barrio Dill and Bri Coorey. Additional graphics and writing assistance by Dan Telfer. Socials and Marketing Nick Wolferman. Engineering and Editing by Bri Coorey. Equipment provided by SLAP Studios LA (SLAPStudiosLA.com) and studios provided by SLAP Studios LA and 360-Pod.

If you, or someone you know needs help around gambling related issues, there are more ways than ever to get connected with help. Call the Problem Gambling HelpLine at 888-ADMIT-IT (236-4848) or go to www.gamblinghelp.org

Have you ever been caught in the wild dance of indecision at a four-way stop? I sure have, and I'm sharing my close encounters with the stop-sign showdowns that test our patience and sometimes sanity. But the thrill doesn't stop there; we're rolling the dice on a conversation about the gambling frenzy taking over our nation, led curiously by millennials. From the court to the casino, join me as we discuss the WNBA's upgraded travel accommodations and dive into heart-pounding blackjack tales that'll have you scratching your head in disbelief.

Then, buckle up for a fizz-filled journey to my personal soda hall of fame, where the bubbles of Dr. Brown's Black Cherry and the classic Coca-Cola reign supreme. We'll also unravel the strange case of a sandwich that sparked an outburst and recount the shocking incident of a sports agent's casino misadventure with a suspected spiked drink. And for the love of baseball, I'm making a fervent call to bring back the fairness—and leave the catchers' interference in the dust. We're mixing the effervescent with the earnest, so grab a cold one and let's get into the game!

Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced by Rick Barrio Dill and Bri Coorey. Additional graphics and writing assistance by Dan Telfer. Socials and Marketing Nick Wolferman. Engineering and Editing by Bri Coorey. Equipment provided by SLAP Studios LA (SLAPStudiosLA.com) and studios provided by SLAP Studios LA and 360-Pod.

If you, or someone you know needs help around gambling related issues, there are more ways than ever to get connected with help. Call the Problem Gambling HelpLine at 888-ADMIT-IT (236-4848) or go to www.gamblinghelp.org