21 Awesome Sports Betting Podcasts Worth Your Time

There’s dozens of sports betting podcasts out there to enjoy whenever you’ve got the time. The only problem is that some of them are interesting and insightful and some are…not worth your time. Of course, one size doesn’t fit all for sports wagering podcasts: some like humor, some like all-22 breakdowns, some like trends and social commentary, and many like a combination of all. These 21 podcasts listed below includes the Sports Handle crew’s favorite podcasts recommended for new bettors, sharps, and those seeking the most well-informed industry information. Some are new, others long-running, all of them in some way should improve your performance at legal mobile sportsbooks across the nation from Arizona to Virginia. Here they are in no particular order:

1) ‘Bet The Board’ with Payne Insider and Todd Fuhrman (Apple podcasts and Podbean)

Monday Night Football Podcast is LIVE! @ToddFuhrman and I talk about the GOOD, BAD, and UGLY from #NFL Sunday + Ravens vs. Raiders in-depth preview for MNF with a nugget you won't hear elsewherehttps://t.co/ChZOtSi8FI

— Payneinsider.com (@PayneInsider) September 13, 2021

Payne is the professional bettor and Todd Fuhrman is the media guy/interviewer/former Las Vegas oddsmaker. Together they bring a ton of valuable insight — largely on the NFL and college football — covering match-ups, personnel, injuries, situational football (macro and micro), coaching, line movement, sharp and square positions and more. They deliver the goods (about an hour or 1:15 apiece) on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday during football season.

The podcast is seasonal, so do not expect new episodes during the slower sports months. Be advised: the guys give one best bet per week, but overall they don’t force action or drive anyone toward a side. It’s all about analysis and understanding the market. They’ve developed a great rapport and a loyal, growing following that’s much deserved based on the consistent quality of their podcasts, and also moved into the video space with a Pregame Show released on Fridays.

Like reading: Football Outsiders

2) ‘You Better You Bet’ with Kostos and Locky (Apple podcasts and Audacy)

🚨New YBYB Pod🚨

🗣️ @TheKostos & @LockyLockerson are betting NFL Week 2, CFB & #FortinetChampionship @BaldyNFL breaks down the NFL Week 2 card!@Brett_McMurphy shares his CFB Bets!@RyNoonan has a TNF Player Prop & More!

🎧: https://t.co/r6F4Hl4b48 pic.twitter.com/4rTQifneGV

— You Better You Bet (@YouBetterYouBet) September 15, 2021

You Better You Bet isn’t about X’s and O’s or big games; it’s a detailed breakdown of closing line value, key numbers, and other critical gambling information bettors ought to know for a deep roster of sports. It largely avoids the in-depth, personal life discussions of many other podcasts, but it’s two dynamic co-hosts still bring a lively charm. Co-host Nick Kostos, a long-term sports radio host, brings the passion of a die-hard fan with the pain of a long-term gambler. His brash, in-your-face opinions complement Ken “Locky Lockerson” Barkley, who counters with a more didactic tone that showcases all the insights of a veteran industry analyst. The pair merges deep dives on the latest lines with interviews spotlighting many of the nation’s most insightful sports betting figures. Hosted live each weekday from 4 to 8 p.m. EST on Audacy, the show is also available wherever you get your podcasts.

Like reading: RotoGrinders

3) ‘The Favorites’ with Chad Millman (Apple podcasts and Spotify)

🏈 NYG vs. WFT

Two sleeps away from the start of Week 2! @ChadMillman & @SimonHunterTAN preview this TNF divisional game and rest of the Week 2 slate on @TheFavoritesPod

🎧 https://t.co/pbHLCzib6O pic.twitter.com/Pqcf5QCAKe

— The Action Network (@ActionNetworkHQ) September 14, 2021

The Action Network (TAN) is a burgeoning sports media company that has been churning out quality podcasts for three-plus years now (Disclosure: Following Action’s acquisition in May 2021, Sports Handle and TAN are owned by the same company, Better Collective).

The Favorites features Chad Millman along with co-host Simon Hunter, and it’s a well-produced show with high-profile guests. The Favorites may not have all the deep dives into stats and analytics featured in other podcasts, but if you like your gambling podcasts with a side of pop culture and random facts, be sure to check it out.

Like reading: The Athletic

4) ‘Daily Wager’ with Doug Kezirian (Apple and Spotify)

Daily Wager podcast recapping football weekend https://t.co/buN3XHnqVJ

— Doug Kezirian (@DougESPN) September 13, 2021

Brought to you by ESPN Chalk and hosted by Doug Kezirian, there’s a 10-minute “Daily Wager” companion podcast to the TV program on ESPN, while a new format for the 2021 season has a show on Monday and Thursdays during the football season.  Kezirian previously hosted ESPN Chalk’s Behind the Bets, which explored more of the culture of sports gambling and marquee betting events. These days, Kezirian spends more time talking to oddsmakers such as John Murray of SuperBook to discuss games, line movement, ticket counts, offering analysis and breakdowns for college football, NFL and popular events in the sports betting world. And yes, there are picks.

Like reading: ESPN Chalk

5) Captain Jack Andrews (YouTube channel)

Jack Andrews has created an educational landscape for sports bettors with his YouTube channel boasting over 11.5 thousand subscribers and growing. Clearly looking to and overtly stating a desire to contribute to the long-term success of the legalized sports betting industry, Captain Jack provides an array of evergreen betting content as well as weekly videos with fellow industry peers. 

He offers a wide variety of content including — but not limited to — sportsbook reviews, “5-ways” videos focused on improving your game, happy hours with industry names, and evergreen videos on sports betting skills. His “Making a Modeler” series offers a step-by-step tutorial on creating a betting model from the ground up with insight on its use. With an emphasis on process instead of picks, Captain Jack offers a warm and comfortable learning environment for newer or experienced bettors.  This is a must-subscribe for casual bettors looking to learn the nuances of sports betting from a veteran looking to help with industry growth.  

Like reading/watching: Quality home improvement how-to videos

6) ‘Pushing the Odds’ with Matt Perrault (Apple podcasts and AudioBoom)

Broadcast each weekday from the Vegas strip (as a radio show), Pushing the Odds merges the top sports talk debates with a sharp betting focus, creating a must-listen program for any bettor inside or outside Sin City.  Veteran radio host Matt Perrault gives no holds barred takes on all the day’s major sports and gambling developments. Perrault compliments his commentary with candid discussions on his personal life and family, helping Pushing the Odds stand out from the sea of “hot take” sport shows. 

Most episodes feature interviews with leading bookmakers, beat reporters, gambling industry journalists, professional athletes and a wide variety of other newsmakers. Any sport, points spread, topic or headline is up for discussion. SportsMap Radio broadcasts the show online and through its app daily from 1 to 4 p.m. EST and it is also available shortly after initial broadcast at all major podcast sites. 

Like reading: The sports columnist at your local newspaper

7) ‘Gamble On’ with Eric Raskin and John Brennan (Apple podcasts and US Bets website)

A much more industry-focused podcast than the others on this list, Gamble On features veteran journalists Eric Raskin and John Brennan breaking down the biggest industry news in gambling — with an emphasis on sports betting. It’s a weekly that slightly focuses on New Jersey sports betting and sports betting in Pennsylvania, home states for Raskin and Brennan, respectively. A pair with good chemistry welcomes guests ranging from media members to bookmakers to lawmakers to sports bettors before closing every episode by placing bets using a hypothetical payroll and trying to resist the lure of sucker parlay bets. It’s the perfect podcast if you’re looking for a mix of both the serious and lighter sides of sports betting.

Like reading: Sports Business Journal (or USBets.com)

8) ‘The Action Network Sports Betting Podcast’ (Apple podcasts)

This is Action’s flagship podcast. (Full disclosure, again: Sports Handle and TAN are owned by the same company.) This award-winning podcast provides an insightful, interesting, relevant take on the week’s sports action. In fact, most weeks feature multiple episodes, each usually focused on an individual sport. Golf, NBA, and NFL are most prominently featured but other lower-profile sports such as the Kentucky Derby and even the Oscars are given in-depth treatment by the rotating cast of hosts and guests. This is a quality podcast worth your time, especially if you see an episode covering a sport of particular interest to you.

Like reading: The Action Network

9) ‘Beating the Book’ with Gill Alexander (Apple podcasts)

Consistently cracking the Top 100 Sports Category chart on iTunes, Beating the Book host Gill Alexander covers a wide range of sports betting topics from the NFL, golf, college football to Alexander’s favorite, Major League Baseball. What drives him?  Helping sports bettors get better at their craft. 

Also a host on Vegas Stats & Information Network (VSiN), Alexander is regarded as an innovator for his use of sabermetrics in MLB handicapping. He provides an in-depth statistical analysis of sport betting competitions and gives his advanced unique betting strategies. If you want to number crunch and make informed wagers, tune in.

Like Reading: The Sporting News (when it was in print)

10. ‘BetQL Daily’ (formerly Bet Sweats) with Joe Ostrowski (Apple podcasts and Audacy)

Combining betting previews with irreverent humor, BetQL Daily takes listeners through the ups and downs of sports wagering weekday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon EST. Hosted by Chicago sports talk radio veteran Joe Ostrowski, listeners can check out betting analysis – and a whole lot of playful ribbing – between Ostrowski and co-host Ryan Horvat along with a rotating cast of guests.

The show’s popular Best Bets segment highlights not just the day’s biggest events, but where the hosts think they (may) have an edge. The rest of the program covers betting angles on pro and college football, basketball and most other major sports, along with information for survivor pools, fantasy picks, value bets and much more. The hosts mix quick-hitting segments with interviews featuring some of the world’s top sports betting names, blending well-rounded commentary with a lighthearted tone.

Like reading: ESPN Page 2 (back when it was awesome)

11) Gaming Today’s Cash Considerations with Dave Sharapan (Apple podcasts and Stitcher)

If you haven’t listened to or followed Dave Sharapan (@sportsbkconsig) yet, stop what you’re doing, follow him on Twitter and download GT’s Cash Considerations podcast now. (And follow @GTCashConsider). Big Dave, a veteran oddsmaker from Pittsburgh, is joined by two of his good friends and fellow Las Vegas bookmakers, “Boston” Carl Hascall, and “Philly” Dan Neubert. Some may say three’s a crowd, but with Pittsburgh, Boston, and Philly, three is nothing but a party.

You’ll hear funny stories along with key insights for the week’s best plays that only people from behind the counter can bring you. With so much to discuss, their episodes routinely go over 90 minutes, making it perfect for a road trip. If that’s too long for you, use the episode’s summary and timestamps to find your favorite segment.

Like reading: “Life of Reilly” on Sports Illustrated backpage (when Reilly was great)

12) ‘Against All Odds’ with Cousin Sal (Apple podcasts and Spotify)

Host “Cousin Sal” Iacono brings a weekly podcast that sounds more like sportsbook banter between friends than one of the world’s biggest gambling podcasts. Cousin Sal, alongside the “Degenerate Trifecta” of Sal, Brian “Brother Bri” Szokoli, and Darren “The Parlay Kid” Szokoli discuss their sports betting misadventures from the past week as well as the week to come with a self-deprecating wit that could only be honed through years of friendship and torn-up betting slips. 

Though the hosts focus on teasing each other over bad beats and tough losses, all bring surprisingly detailed analysis about not just big NFL or college games, but even WNBA, auto racing, tennis and nearly every other organized sporting event. Against All Odds now anchors Iacono’s new independent, gambling-focused Extra Points media site, and only offers episode snippets on its former host, The Ringer. New full episodes are still posted weekly at most major podcast providers where it remains one of the few pods that combines genuine betting analysis with gut-busting humor.

Like reading: The Ringer

13) ‘Bet the Process’ with Rufus Peabody and Jeff Ma (Apple podcasts)

Bet The Process returns from a few week hiatus with two guests! @jasontrost of @smarkets discussing…smarkets, followed by @friscojosh talking the NFL draft. https://t.co/dEsUs2VbSO

— Rufus (@RufusPeabody) April 28, 2021

This podcast delivers a 1-2 punch of Jeff Ma, of MIT blackjack team fame, and widely respected professional sports bettor Rufus Peabody of, we suppose, of getting shafted at DraftKings Sports Betting National Championship fame. As the name implies, both men respect analytics as they cover sports betting from all angles. They handicap and analyze most major sports (especially football, college football and hoops, etc.), along with the industry at large. They also examine challenges for pro bettors, big news in U.S. sports betting regulation, and so on. Two smart guys and a sharp listen.

Like reading: The New Yorker

14) ‘ATS Radio Podcast’ with Adam Burke (Apple podcasts)

ATS Radio, formerly known as Bang The Book, is a daily show hosted by Adam Burke. The veteran podcaster Burke delivers a quality show most days of the week. Burke consistently brings in quality guests — handicappers, bettors and sports writers — and they discuss their professional analysis and opinions along with how they’re formulated. In addition to NFL action they cover MLB, NBA, college football and hoops. Burke grinds!

Like reading: Bleacher Report

15) ‘Hammer Dahn’ with Pat McAfee’s Crew (Apple podcasts)

The boys break DAHN the weekend that was, MNF, Footy, MLB, CFB Week 0, and more. Good luck

Watch: https://t.co/4z7wfCTlhr pic.twitter.com/3tlMOQNY30

— Hammer DAHN (@HammerDAHN) August 23, 2021

Pat McAfee has parlayed a successful career as an NFL punter into an arguably even more successful career as a sports media personality. In Hammer Dahn, Pat and his gambling pals “Digs” and “Gumpy” (everyone has a nickname these days) break down the day in sports and gambling. The crew regularly engages with industry professionals and other entertaining guests. After some ribald discussion, they put the “Hammer Dahn” (down) on their favorite picks. Three episodes a week provide plenty of insight and entertainment to Pat’s large legion of listeners.

Like reading: Barstool Sports

16) ‘Deep Dive with Andy and the Whale’ (Apple podcasts)

Drew Dinsick and Andy Molitor come together each week for a literal deep dive into NFL sports betting and analysis. The handicappers offer two podcasts per week, and you’ll want to be aboard during the NFL season especially. The episodes range from about 60-90 minutes and cover opening lines, game-by-game breakdowns, and their weekly betting cards. 

During the offseason, the podcast covers NFL betting previews, golf, baseball, and plenty of other sports.  Frequently bringing in guests from the industry, the podcast offers plenty of evergreen content covering betting math, modeling, and bookmaking. The rapport between the two makes the relatively lengthy podcast very enjoyable — making the listener feel like they are sitting with a couple of friends talking sports. Subscribe to this podcast for the in-depth NFL betting analysis and stay for a humorous hangout with sports betting friends. 

Like reading: The New York Daily News’ sports section

17) ‘Be Better Bettors’ with Spanky (Apple podcasts)

“Spanky” is a professional sports bettor. He is prolific on Twitter and highly regarded in the field. His podcast, Be Better Bettors, features his take on professional sports betting and often includes an interview with other professional bettors. His goal is to give listeners an inside look at how professional bettors operate and what it takes to both win consistently and how to navigate the often mysterious sports betting industry. He also goes over the most popular sports betting techniques, such as the top-down vs. bottom-up approach to handicapping, in an engaging way. His podcast is a must-listen for those interested in no-BS, sports betting real talk.

Like reading: The New Yorker

18) ‘Great Dane Nation’ with Morten Andersen (Apple podcasts)

Presented by Vegas Insider, looooooong-time NFL kicker Morten Andersen (The Great Dane), has entered the world of podcasting, imparting his knowledge and insight of the NFL and life as a pro football player to fans nationwide. Each week his show features interesting guests, including some that rarely appear on podcasts. Bill Murray (!) told some great stories in a recent episode. Andersen banters with Tommy FreezePops, his strangely nicknamed sidekick, along with other folks on the Vegas Insider team, discussing the week in the NFL, including a preview of the upcoming games (during the season). If, like everyone, you are a fan of the NFL, you should give Great Dane Nation a listen.

Like reading: An feature interview in Rolling Stone

19) ‘Sports Gambling Podcast’ with Ryan Kramer and Sean Green (Apple podcasts)

This one is brought to you by Sean “Stacking the Money” Green and Bryan “Real Money” Kramer who discuss picks, predictions, and insight on almost all sports, but love talking and discussing football. Viewer discretion is advised as the hosts tend to get a little rowdy, and off-topic, but what else do you expect when they’re from Philadelphia and New Jersey (but seriously viewer discretion is advised). Being opinionated and passionate sports fans, they tend to disagree when discussing the Philadelphia Eagles, and New York Giants. If you’re an avid NFL fan and gambler looking for NFL information, debates, picks, and even a few laughs, these two will be perfect for you. 

Like reading: The comments section on any Philly sports team’s Reddit page

20) ‘Even Money’ with Ross Tucker and Fezzik (Apple podcasts)

If you only listen to one interview about this year's NFL schedule this should be the one. Promise. ⬇️💪 https://t.co/7No6K7aykp

— Ross Tucker (@RossTuckerNFL) May 13, 2021

Here’s sports bettor Steve Fezzik with former NFL lineman-turned-media mogul Ross Tucker — the guy who makes this podcast unique. Tucker brings great insight based on his experience on the field and in the locker room. He can evaluate X’s and O’s matchups and has a good sense of the emotional toll of certain games, or of situations and travel. Tucker and Fezzik also grade their previous week’s picks and best bets (consensus) — a good way to keep honest and learn from misjudgments. The two have been going strong three or four years. This is a great option for those of you pressed for time: it’s a quick listen at about 25-30 minutes a pop.

Like reading: SB Nation

21) ‘Business of Betting’ with Jake Williams (Apple podcasts)

Recorded in the land Down Under, The Business of Betting makes its way north with over 1 million downloads and counting. Jake Williams takes his listeners to both sides of the counter as the Aussie interviews professional sports bettors, the bookmakers they bet with, and industry entrepreneurs, executives and CEOs. Do you play poker or DFS? He’s got episodes for you too. It’s a one-stop-shop for anyone interested in sports betting. 

Go elsewhere for actual plays; here you’ll get inside the minds of some of the smartest people in the industry. With episodes like Betting and Epistemology, Betting like an Investor, and more general episodes such as Betting on MMA and Betting on Politics, whether a novice or experienced sports bettor, there’s something new to learn from Williams and his guests every episode.

Like reading: Entrepreneur magazine.