Apr 27 2026
Gambling With An Edge: December 6, 2012
"Gambling with an Edge” is a weekly talk-radio broadcast where Michael Shackleford and Bob Dancer interview a top name in the gaming industry, usually an expert in some field of advantage play (though not necessarily a player). The radio show airs 7 PM (PDT) on Thursday nights on KLAV Talk-Radio 1230am in Las Vegas. I first appeared on this show on March 1, 2012.
Understanding The House Edge: Which Casino Games Pay The Best
Casino games are all different. While the house usually wins, some games are definitely better than others for the player. Today we’re ranking these games in terms of “House Edge,” which means how much the casino wins over time.
How to Play a Soft 17 in Blackjack?
One of the hands that often confound blackjack players is when they are dealt a soft 17. Should I stand or hit? What about doubling down? What follows are the facts on how to play this hand accurately every time you play blackjack.
How to Use Card Counting at Other Casino Games?
Card counting has been around since the days of the dinosaurs (in casino years). Edward Thorp published his infamous book on card counting, "Beat the Dealer," in 1962. Since that time, hundreds of books on card counting have been written. Movies such as Rainman, "21" and The Hangover have featured card counting.
