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American Casino Guide Show: March, 2010 - Interview with Mike Aponte of the MIT Blackjack Team

casinos@aol.com — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:45:00 GMT

Steve interviews Mike Aponte of the MIT Blackjack Team. They discuss how Mike first became involved with the team; how they operated; his role on the team; and their biggest success. Mike also explains what he did after the team broke up; what he is doing today; and his best advice for blackjack players.

American Casino Guide Show: February, 2010 - The Changing Face of Video Poker with Linda Boyd

americancasinoguide — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 19:21:00 GMT

Steve interviews Linda Boyd, author of "The Video Poker Edge," about the changing face of video poker. They discuss newer games such as Wheel Poker, Quick Quads, Dream Card, Super Times Pay and Power Punch. They also discuss server-based gaming as well as how casino promotions are changing.

American Casino Guide Show: January, 2010 - An Interview wth David Schwartz, Director of the Center for Gaming Research at UNLV

americancasinoguide — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:55:00 GMT

Steve interviews David Schwartz, Director of the Center for Gaming Research at the University of Nevada in Las Vegas. They discuss some of the materials contained in the Gaming Research collection, plus they talk about some of the unique documents and artifacts that are featured on the Center's web site.

American Casino Guide Show: December, 2009 - What's New in Slots and Table Games with John Grochowski

americancasinoguide — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 23:49:00 GMT

Steve interviews syndicated gaming writer John Grochowski about the new slot machines and table games introduced at the November 2009 Global Gaming Expo (G2E) trade show in Las Vegas.

American Casino Guide Show: November, 2009 - Interview with American Casino Guide author Steve Bourie

americancasinoguide — Sun, 1 Nov 2009 02:31:00 GMT

Steve Bourie's son, Matthew, interviews his dad about his work as the author of the American Casino Guide. They discuss Steve's background in the gambling industry, how the book first came about, his travels to various casinos, interesting gamblers he has come to know, plus his best advice for casingoers.

American Casino Guide Show: October, 2009 - A Look at the American Casino Industry - Its Past, Present and Future

americancasinoguide — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 17:12:00 GMT

Steve interviews Global Gaming Busines Magazine Publisher, Roger Gros, to discuss the American casino industry. They start with a timeline of how the industry developed. They then discuss its current problems in the recession and conclude with how the industry will probably change in the future.

American Casino Guide Show: September, 2009 - Casino Gambling and the Law with I. Nelson Rose

americancasinoguide — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 17:42:00 GMT

Steve interviews gambling law expert I. Nelson Rose. They discuss current U.S. laws governing Internet gambling; the rights of players who count cards at blackjack; the rights of players who win slot jackpots that are disputed by the casinos; legal rights when gambling at Indian casinos; and more.

American Casino Guide Show: August, 2009 - Advantage Players versus the Casinos with Bill Zender

casinos@aol.com — Sat, 1 Aug 2009 01:19:00 GMT

Steve interviews casino consultant Bill Zender who advises casinos on how to protect themselves from advantage players who are trying to get an edge by using legal methods. They discuss how the players attempt to get that edge in various games such as blackjack, craps, roulette, baccarat, slots and video poker.

American Casino Guide Show: July, 2009 - 1,000 Best Casino Gambling Secrets with Bill Burton

americancasinoguide — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:02:00 GMT

Steve interviews Bill Burton, the casino gambling guide at About.com and author of 1,000 Best Casino Gambling Secrets. They discuss various aspects of casino gambling including: money management; odds/probabilities; tipping etiquette; and strategies for playing slots, video poker and table games.

American Casino Guide Show: June, 2009 - How to Play and How to Win at Caribbean Stud Poker, Let It Ride and Three-Card Poker

americancasinoguide — Sat, 30 May 2009 22:02:00 GMT

Steve interviews gambling writer Henry Tamburin on how to play and how to win at Caribbean Stud Poker, Let It Ride and Three-Card Poker. They discuss the basics of how to play each game, plus the best strategies for each game that will give the casino the least mathematical advantage over the player.

American Casino Guide Show: May, 2009 - The Tactics of Winning at Video Poker with Dan Paymar

casinos@aol.com — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 16:55:00 GMT

Steve interviews video poker expert Dan Paymar. They discuss tactics for winning at video poker, including: which casino is best to play at?; how important are slots clubs and promotions?; which game is best to play?; should the double-up feature be used?; and more.

American Casino Guide Show: April, 2009 - Visiting Reno and Lake Tahoe

americancasinoguide — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 19:55:00 GMT

Steve interviews Ellen Oppenheim, President and CEO of the Reno-Tahoe Convention and Visitors Bureau. They discuss things for visitors to see and do when visiting Reno-Tahoe, including a property-by-property description of all casino hotels, plus a suggested travel route for visiting all areas of interest.

American Casino Guide Show: March, 2009 - How To Get The Most For Your Money When Visiting A Casino

americancasinoguide — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 02:15:00 GMT

Steve interviews The Frugal Gambler author, Jean Scott, on "How To Get The Most For Your Money When Visiting A Casino." They discuss ways to save money when planning the trip; how to take advantage of players clubs and promotions; using coupons; and choosing the best games for maximum comps.

American Casino Guide Show: February, 2009 - Slot Machines - How They Work and How To Win

casinos@aol.com — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 03:18:00 GMT

Steve interviews slot machine expert John Robison. They discuss how slot machines work and how to win on different types of machines such as: straight multipliers, bonus multipliers, buy-a-pay, progressives, and multicoin/multiline.

American Casino Guide Show: January, 2009 - New Casino Games with John Grochowski

casinos@aol.com — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:55:00 GMT

Steve interviews syndicated gaming writer John Grochowski about new table games and slot/video poker machines introduced at the November 2008 Global Gaming Expo (G2E) trade show in Las Vegas.

American Casino Guide Show: December, 2008 - The Best Things to See and Do in Las Vegas

casinos@aol.com — Fri, 5 Dec 2008 19:41:00 GMT

Steve interviews Las Vegas entertainment columnist Jackie Brett. They discuss the best things for visitors to see and do in Las Vegas. They talk about various shows and attractions within particular price ranges for all kinds of visitors - from those with limited budgets to high rollers with money to burn.

American Casino Guide Show: November, 2008 - Problem Gambling Awareness

americancasinoguide — Sun, 2 Nov 2008 20:40:00 GMT

Steve interviews Keith Whyte, Executive Director of the National Council on Problem Gambling. They discuss; what is a problem gambler; who is prone to become a problem gambler; how can you tell if someone is a problem gambler; sources of help for problem gamblers; and advice to avoid becoming one.

American Casino Guide Show: October, 2008 - Video Poker Basics with Linda Boyd

americancasinoguide — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 02:03:00 GMT

Steve interviews Linda Boyd, author of The Video Poker Edge, on the basics of video poker. They discuss why it is better than playing slots; which are the best games to play; how to find the highest-paying machines; how to learn the correct playing strategies; and how to use slot clubs for maximum benefits.

American Casino Guide Show: September, 2008 - Visiting Tunica, Mississippi

americancasinoguide — Fri, 5 Sep 2008 19:08:00 GMT

Steve interviews Webster Franklin, president of the Tunica Convention and Visitors Bureau. They discuss tourist attractions for visitors in the greater Tunica area and then, on a property-by-property basis, they give details on each of the nine casinos in Tunica.

American Casino Guide Show: August, 2008 - Blackjack Card Counting Teams with Tommy Hyland

americancasinoguide — Fri, 1 Aug 2008 02:29:00 GMT

Steve interviews Tommy Hyland who has run one of the country's most successful card counting teams for more than 20 years. They discuss his opinion of the "21" movie, how he got started, how teams work, problems teams encounter, the future for card counters, and his general advice for blackjack players.

American Casino Guide Show: July, 2008 - Interview with gaming author Frank Scoblete

americancasinoguide — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:58:00 GMT

Steve interviews gaming author and the foremost gaming writer for Casino Player and Strictly Slots magazines, Frank Scoblete. They discuss Frank's background, his various books on casino gambling, his current projects, and his advice for gamblers.

American Casino Guide Show: June, 2008 - Getting the most out of slot clubs with Jeffrey Compton

americancasinoguide — Fri, 23 May 2008 15:26:00 GMT

Steve interviews Jeffrey Compton, slot club editor for Casino Player and Strictly Slots magazines. They discuss how players can get the most benefits from various kinds of slot clubs.

American Casino Guide Show: May, 2008 - Howard Schwartz of the Gambler's Book Shop in Las Vegas

casinos@aol.com — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 02:19:00 GMT

Steve interviews Howard Schwartz, marketing director of America's first gambling bookstore, the Gambler's Book Shop in Las Vegas. They discuss the history of the store, some of its famous visitors, and Howard's recommendations for the best books on a variety of gambling topics.

American Casino Guide Show: April, 2008 - Visiting Atlantic City

casinos@aol.com — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 02:14:00 GMT

Steve interviews Jeff Vasser, Executive Director of the Atlantic City Convention and Visitors Authority. They discuss Atlantic City's typical visitor; getting to and around the city; current and future casino developments; and a quick take on all of the city's casino resorts.

American Casino Guide Show: March, 2008 - Gambling and Taxes with Jean Scott

casinos@aol.com — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 16:16:00 GMT

Steve interviews Jean Scott, author of Tax Help for Gamblers, about the tax implications for gamblers. They discuss what ID is needed to claim winnings; which forms you receive from the casinos, how to keep a gambling diary; how to declare wins and losses on your tax forms; state tax liabilities; and more.

American Casino Guide Show: February, 2008 - How to Become a Professional Gambler with Arnold Snyder

info@americancasinoguide.com — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 02:58:00 GMT

Steve interviews blackjack and poker expert Arnold Snyder about how a player can learn to become a professional player at those two casino games.

American Casino Guide Show: January, 2008 - New casino games with John Grochowski

americancasinoguide — Mon, 24 Dec 2007 20:06:00 GMT

Steve interviews syndicated gaming writer John Grochowski about new table games and slot/video poker machines introduced at the G2E (Global Gaming Expo) trade show this past November in Las Vegas.

American Casino Guide Show: December, 2007 - An update on the Mississippi Gulf Coast Casinos

casinos@aol.com — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 02:29:00 GMT

Steve interviews Nicole Learson, Director of Marketing at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention and Visitors Bureau. They discuss, on a property-by-property basis, how the casinos in the area have changed since Hurricane Katrina and what new developments are expected in the future.

American Casino Guide Show: November, 2007 - How to Choose the Best Video Poker Paytables with Jean Scott

casinos@aol.com — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 02:07:00 GMT

Steve interviews video poker expert Jean Scott about how to choose the best video poker paytables. They discuss how to find paytables offering the best returns; which paytables have high "volatility," which can require a bigger bankroll; and which ones offer better returns on progressive machines.

American Casino Guide Show: October, 2007 - Maximizing Comps at Blackjack with Max Rubin

casinos@aol.com — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 02:48:00 GMT

Steve interviews Max Rubin, co-host of CBS TV's Ultimate Blackjack Tour and author of "Comp City." They discuss Max's background in the casino industry and his past work as a card counter, plus Max gives practical tips for blackjack players looking to exploit the casino comping system.

American Casino Guide Show: September, 2007 - All about Craps with Larry Edell

casinos@aol.com — Sun, 2 Sep 2007 02:09:00 GMT

Steve Bourie interviews Larry Edell, author of seven books on craps and webmaster of thecrapshooter.com. They discuss how to play craps, the game's good and bad bets, maximizing casino comps in craps, and using "controlled dice shooting" to overcome the casino's mathematical advantage.

American Casino Guide Show: August, 2007 - Winning on Slot Machines with Frank Legato

casinos@aol.com — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 23:10:00 GMT

Steve Bourie interviews Frank Legato, author of How To Win Millions Playing Slot Machines...Or Lose Trying. They discuss how slots work and tips for players to increase their chances of winning.

American Casino Guide Show: July, 2007 - Saving Money in Las Vegas with Anthony Curtis, publisher of the Las Vegas Advisor newsletter

americancasinoguide — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 00:24:00 GMT

Steve Bourie, interviews Anthony Curtis, publisher of the Las Vegas Advisor newsletter. They discuss various ways to save money on rooms, shows, food and gambling when visiting Las Vegas.

American Casino Guide Show: June, 2007 - Beatable Casino Games with The Wizard of Odds

casinos@aol.com — Fri, 11 May 2007 03:03:00 GMT

Steve Bourie interviews Michael Shackleford, also known as The Wizard of Odds, for his opinion on which casino games are beatable. They discuss slots, video poker, blackjack, craps, roulette and baccarat with tips from Mike on how to either beat a game, or lessen the casino's advantage.

American Casino Guide Show: May, 2007 - Texas Hold'em with Bill Burton

americancasinoguide — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 17:17:00 GMT

American Casino Guide author, Steve Bourie, interviews Bill Burton, the casino gambling guide at About.com and author of "Get The Edge at Low-Limit Texas Hold'em!" They discuss how to play Texas Hold'em and strategies for winning.

American Casino Guide Show: April, 2007 - Maximizing Slot Club Benefits with Jean Scott

americancasinoguide — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 01:28:00 GMT

American Casino Guide author, Steve Bourie, interviews Frugal Gambling author, Jean Scott, for her expertise on casino slot clubs. They discuss how various slot club systems work, how to earn cashback and comps, plus other ways for players to earn maximum benefits.

American Casino Guide Show: March, 2007 - How to Become a Professional Video Poker Player, with Bob Dancer

americancasinoguide — Fri, 9 Feb 2007 02:47:00 GMT

American Casino Guide author, Steve Bourie, interviews professional video poker player, Bob Dancer, who has won more than $1 million in his career.

They discuss what it takes to become a professional player, including: choosing the right machines, using proper strategies, bankroll considerations and more.

American Casino Guide Show: February, 2007 - Henry Tamburin

casinos@aol.com — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 02:54:00 GMT

American Casino Guide author, Steve Bourie, discusses blackjack when he interviews gaming author and blackjack newsletter publisher, Henry Tamburin.

They discuss the new Speed Count system for counting cards; how rule changes affect a casino's mathematical advantage, how to find the best games, how to avoid the worst games; and how to get a FREE three-month subsciption to Henry's newsletter.

American Casino Guide Show: January, 2007 - Linda Boyd

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 20:01:00 GMT

American Casino Guide author, Steve Bourie, interviews Linda Boyd, author of The Video Poker Edge. They discuss Linda's background and her advice for video poker players.

American Casino Guide Show: December, 2006 - Mark Pilarski

Thu, 30 Nov 2006 18:35:00 GMT

American Casino Guide author, Steve Bourie, interviews syndicated gaming writer Mark Pilarski whose column appears in newspapers, magazines and web sites throughout the world. They discuss Mark's background, his advice for players, plus interesting stories from his columns as well as his casino career.

American Casino Guide Show - November, 2006 - Stanford Wong

Thu, 12 Oct 2006 15:12:00 GMT

American Casino Guide author, Steve Bourie, interviews blackjack expert Stanford Wong. They discuss Wong's background, card counting, the current state of blackjack games in Las Vegas and tips for players wanting to get the most for their money when playing blackjack.

American Casino Guide Show : October, 2006 - Blackjack Tournaments

americancasinoguide — Mon, 18 Sep 2006 21:42:00 GMT

American Casino Guide author, Steve Bourie, interviews Ken Einiger, 2005 World Series of Blackjack champion and author of "Play To Win." Steve and Ken discuss blackjack tournaments and strategies for playing in them.

American Casino Guide Show - September, 2006 - Slot Myths

Sat, 12 Aug 2006 11:49:00 GMT

American Casino Guide author, Steve Bourie, interviews John Robison, author of "The Slot Experts Guide to Playing Slots." Steve and John play "Mythbusters" and examine 11 common myths that people have about playing slot machines.

American Casino Guide Show - August, 2006 - Video Poker

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 17:40:00 GMT

American Casino Guide author, Steve Bourie, explains the three big differences between slots and video poker. He also interviews Jean Scott, author of "The Frugal Gambler" and "Frugal Video Poker" to get her tips for winning at video poker.

American Casino Guide Show - July, 2006 - Slot Machines

casinos@aol.com — Fri, 9 Jun 2006 15:37:00 GMT

American Casino Guide author, Steve Bourie, explains how slot machines work and how casinos decide what they should be set to pay out.

He also interviews syndicated gaming writer, and author of "The Slot Machine Answer Book," John Grochowski, on tips for winning on the slots.

American Casino Guide Show - June, 2006 - Gulf Coast Casinos

casinos@aol.com — Wed, 24 May 2006 23:55:00 GMT

The American Casino Guide is the #1 bestselling book in the U.S. on the subject of casino gambling and casino travel.

On each show the book's author, Steve Bourie, talks about topics of interest to travelers who like to visit casinos.

Whether it's using the best gambling strategies or simply getting the best deals on travel to casinos, Steve can speak expertly on the subject. During the course of each show, Steve also features an interview with a special guest from the world of casino travel or gambling.

For this June, 2006 show Steve gives three tips on how to save money when booking a trip to a casino hotel, plus he interviews former Biloxi Sun-Herald gaming writer Linda Mabry to get an update on the status of all casinos on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.