Business of Betting Podcast

On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Adam Rosenberg and CJ Buskey of Handigraphs for a deep dive into building a smarter, AI-driven sports betting analytics platform.

 

Hear them discuss:

How Handigraphs was born from the need to replace juggling multiple tools like FanGraphs and Baseball Savant

Turning complex stats into simple, actionable insights for everyday bettors

The power of matchup-based data and why “recent form” beats traditional averages

How their platform uncovers betting edges especially in props and DFS

Building a product that works for both sharp bettors and beginners

The rise of personalization in betting tools, from custom filters to tailored dashboards

Integrating AI to speed up research and deliver smarter betting insights

Why the future of betting is having your own AI-powered assistant

Standing out in a crowded analytics space by complementing—not competing with—other tools

The long-term vision: evolving from a data platform into a fully AI-driven betting experience

 

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Jordan Bender, Senior Equity Research Analyst at Citizens, for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving sports betting and prediction markets landscape.

Hear them discuss:

How the repeal of PASPA created a fast-moving, unpredictable market where long-term forecasting has become increasingly difficult

Why prediction market users may lose more on average and how sharper bettors are shifting into these platforms

Why analysts and investors are now focused on quarterly performance instead of long-term fundamentals.

How prediction markets are attracting a younger audience compared to traditional sportsbook users

Why legalization has been slower than expected and what needs to happen for major states like New York to move forward

Why companies like DraftKings and Flutter may be undervalued despite current headwinds

How emerging betting formats could face increased scrutiny from regulators

Whether prediction markets will ultimately be treated as gambling or as a legitimate financial asset class

 

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Patrick Mostboeck, SVP of Fan Engagement at Sportradar, for a conversation on how sports data powers the global betting ecosystem, the evolution of fan engagement tools, and how technology is shaping the future of the sports experience.

 

Hear them discuss:

Introduction to Patrick Mostboeck and an overview of Sportradar’s role at the intersection of sports data, media, and betting

How Sportradar built its foundation as a global sports data company covering nearly a million sporting events annually

The evolution from pure data collection to a broader ecosystem including video streaming, integrity services, and fan engagement tools

Patrick’s role leading Fan Engagement and how Sportradar helps operators create deeper interactions with sports fans

Why data visualization, real-time stats, and interactive experiences are becoming essential for sportsbooks and media platforms

The importance of micro-moments in sports consumption and how bettors increasingly engage during live games

How sportsbooks, media companies, and leagues are converging around shared data and technology infrastructure

Integrity monitoring in global sports betting and how Sportradar works to protect competitions and markets

The impact of AI and automation on sports data collection, analytics, and fan-facing products

Differences between U.S. and international betting markets and how operators approach fan engagement in each

Patrick’s outlook on the future of sports data, fan engagement, and where innovation in the betting ecosystem is headed next.

 

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Chris Christie, former Governor of New Jersey, for a wide-ranging conversation on the legalization of sports betting in the United States, the landmark Supreme Court decision that changed the industry, and the ongoing evolution of regulation, competition, and responsible gambling.

 

Hear them discuss:

00:00 – Governor Chris Christie joins the podcast and explains how he got pulled back into the sports betting conversation, now working with the AGA on prediction markets.

02:30 – Christie’s core issue with prediction markets: why he believes they are violating state laws and undermining established regulatory frameworks.

04:00 – The importance of state-by-state regulation post-PASPA repeal and how the current system has worked effectively.

06:00 – Why legal battles between states and prediction market operators are likely headed back to the Supreme Court.

07:00 – Concerns around consumer protection, tax revenue loss, and lack of regulatory oversight in prediction markets.

08:00 – The debate: are prediction markets actually beneficial for bettors, or do they create more risk than value?

09:30 – The rise of microbetting and live betting, and why some markets may need to be scaled back based on integrity concerns.

10:30 – His stance on banning prop bets in college sports and the pressure they place on student-athletes.

11:30 – The role of regulation, enforcement, and accountability in protecting athletes and consumers.

12:00 – Comparing today’s betting landscape to the early days of DFS and why the stakes are much higher now.

13:00 – Christie on re-entering the public conversation, media appearances, and staying engaged in the industry.

18:00 – A lighter moment: Christie compares Donald Trump to a “live bettor” and discusses impulsiveness in decision-making.

21:00 – Closing thoughts on the Mets, sports fandom, and how betting has changed fan engagement across generations.

 

 

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On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jeff Edelstein is joined by Joe Maloney, President of the Sports Betting Alliance to discuss the policy battles shaping the future of regulated sports betting in the United States.

Hear them discuss:

00:00 – Joe discuss the role of the Sports Betting Alliance and the current state of U.S. sports betting policy.

02:00 – An overview of the organization’s mission and how it represents major sportsbook operators in legislative and regulatory conversations.

06:30 – Why prediction markets have become a hot topic and why the SBA has not taken a unified position.

12:00 – Joe explains why online casino expansion remains a major priority for operators and industry advocates.

18:30 – A look at which states could be next to legalize and what hurdles remain in key markets.

24:00 – How policymakers weigh tax revenue, consumer protection, and pressure from competing stakeholders.

30:00 – Joe shares his outlook on upcoming legislative fights and where the industry may be headed next.

35:00 – Final reflections on the evolving landscape and the role of advocacy groups in shaping the future of betting.

 

 

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