Category Archives: Games

Will Playing Free Games On Facebook Lead To Gambling?

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Shawnee

The Global Betting and Gaming Consultancy (GBGC) has entered into the discussion of how new technology is changing the way people gamble, in particular how social networking and the millions of free-play games and games where no cash winnings are … Continue reading →

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Isabelle Adjani, Fair Game

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Shawnee

Isabelle Adjani, The Driver (1978)

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Are We “All In” On The Poker Movie?

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Shawnee

All In: The Poker Movie is a documentary film covering the story of a card game that’s as associated with con-men on riverboats as it is with presidents, a game which in very recent history went from one being played … Continue reading →

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Gender Specfic Psychological Motivations In Casino Decor

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Shawnee

In The Psychology Of Casinos, Jonah Lehrer gets Roger Thomas, the head of design for Wynn Resorts, to dish on those interior designer tricks casinos use to create “lovely and relaxing spaces that encourage people to squander their cash.” The … Continue reading →

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Betting On DWTS

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Shawnee

I was rather correct about my predictions for this season’s Dancing With The Stars. Currently the odds look like this after the first round of voting:

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Who Are You Betting Will Win Dancing With the Stars Season 14?

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Shawnee

Dancing With The Stars begins it’s 14th season tonight — and I’ll surely be watching! Sight unseen, these are the odds Dancing With The Stars cast members for Season 14: William Levy — 4/1 Jaleel White — 9/2 Donald Driver … Continue reading →

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Global Gambling News

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Shawnee

Global gambling revenue grew to a record $419 billion last year, according to Global Betting & Gaming Consultants (GBGC). Revenue rose 5.6% from $397 billion in 2010 and is forecast to reach $448 billion this year. However, all that glitters … Continue reading →

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I’m Betting On The Oscars

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Shawnee

I found these cool Oscar ballot forms (and other free downloadable items) at Here’s Looking Like You, Kid. What’s neat about them is the fact that you and your party guests can each make your predictions for the honors and … Continue reading →

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Superbowl Rundown

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Shawnee

Has it really been that long since I’ve posted here? Ah, well, that’s the holidays for you — and the gamble readers have with a blog done for love, not money (I don’t get paid to show up! lol) I … Continue reading →

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Saint Nick At The Gambling Tables

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Shawnee

Saint Nicholas gambles, November 30, 1964.  

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