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Why Selling Vintage Is Like Gambling

Posted on July 3, 2024 by Shawnee

I recently had a conversation with Deanna Dahlsad of Den of Antiquity, a woman with decades of experience in dealing in antiques and vintage, about how her business is just another form of gambling. I thought it was interesting and … Continue reading →

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Dirty Las Vegas History

Posted on March 20, 2015 by Shawnee

Whenever I’m in Vegas, I can’t help but envision its past… I’m not saying I want to be in the Las Vegas of the past; but visiting it in my mind is somehow very romantic… One way to safely be … Continue reading →

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The Zodiac Gamble In Horror Movies

Posted on March 16, 2015 by Shawnee

A funny little take on how your zodiac sign behaves in horror films.

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Slotozilla Gambling Horoscope 2015

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Shawnee

Slotozilla.com provides the players with a make-it or break-it 2015 Zodiac Sign Lucky Horoscope that will favor the brave and daring or caution those who may not find it the best time to gamble. Come see if it’s your lucky … Continue reading →

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Feeling Lucky, Saint Patrick?

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Shawnee

What could be luckier to wear on Saint Patrick’s Day than these? A pair of vintage green shamrock-shaped key chain tags from the long gone Nevada Club in Las Vegas. I’d so make them into a pair of earrings!

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Psychology Of Gambling Infographic

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Shawnee

Another infographic about the psychology of gambling and gambling addiction. Source:VegasSlotsOnline.com

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Pat Morrow On Academy Awards Odds

Posted on February 21, 2015 by Shawnee

Pat Morrow, head oddsmaker of Bovoda, was on MSNBC’s The Cycle this week talking about the Oscar odds. It was rather interesting — but when I tried to find the video, I had no luck. (At first I thought it … Continue reading →

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If Only Voters Were As Serious As Gamblers About Presidential Elections

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Shawnee

Yes, you can bet on presidential elections. And gamblers betting on the election have a pretty good history of predicting the next US president. Better than the bulk of polls and surveys, in fact. Experts say part of the accuracy … Continue reading →

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Mobile Gaming

Posted on February 18, 2015 by Shawnee

US mobile game revenues (including both downloads and in-app purchases) leads growth of $10 billion mobile content market as ebook and music downloads stagnate, according to new figures from eMarketer. In-app purchases are driving increases in US mobile game revenues, … Continue reading →

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New Years Can Be Messy

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Shawnee

Which is why casinos have napkins — special New Years Eve napkins, like this one from Caesar’s Palace.

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