Category Archives: Entertainment

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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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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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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Gambling With Santa

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Shawnee

Some cool and customizable Christmas gifts for the card playing folks in your life… Retro Masked Santa Toy Ought To Be Dealt With by kindnessofstrangers Check out other Santa Classic Playing Cards at zazzle.com Reindeer with Red Bow Bicycle Playing … Continue reading →

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What Are The Odds Of You Betting On DWTS?

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Shawnee

Season 19 of Dancing With The Stars begins tonight! Diehard fans will be watching, of course, no matter who is on the show. But what I want to know is how many of you bet on who will win? I … Continue reading →

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Gambling On The Real Game Of Thrones: Betting On The Royal Baby Bump

Posted on September 14, 2014 by Shawnee

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard that Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton are expecting their second child. In the UK, bookmakers have already gone about setting odds for this latest momentous event for William, the … Continue reading →

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Yes, You Can Bet On Dancing With The Stars

Posted on April 6, 2014 by Shawnee

So far, there have been few surprises in season 18 of Dancing With The Stars, and the current odds show it The current odds for Dancing With The Stars Season 18 are: Meryl Davis 7/4 Amy Purdy 5/2 Charlie White … Continue reading →

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Bet On Who Will Replace Letterman

Posted on April 5, 2014 by Shawnee

Think you know who will replace David Letterman as the host of the Late Show? Mashable says it’s likely to be Steven Colbert. Put your money where your mouth is and bet on it!

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