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In this episode of Get Real with Kacey Kasem, I sit down with Dan Palyo — aka Thunder Dan — the lead DFS and betting analyst for NBA, MLB, and NFL at RotoBaller. Dan is also a senior editor and content manager, and was named the 2021 FSWA Basketball Writer of the Year. We dive into his multi-sport fantasy journey, creating content consistently, balancing teaching with writing, and the ups and downs of working in fantasy sports.

🔍 Topics Discussed:

• How the nickname Thunder Dan came about
• His love of sports while growing up
• How he started playing fantasy baseball
• Discovering DFS and transitioning into content creation
• Winning awards and dealing with imposter syndrome
• Balancing life as a full-time school teacher and content creator
• Behind the scenes as a senior editor at RotoBaller
• Staying consistent and writing every day
• Taking feedback and improving as a writer
• Creating your own voice and brand in the fantasy space
• Thoughts on burnout
• The Fantasy Football Expo experience
• Being a go-to fantasy resource for friends and family
• Getting support from his family
• Paying it forward
• Advice for new writers and content creators

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Topics Covered: From SEO to social media management, content creation to networking, this podcast delves into various aspects of the fantasy football industry. Whether you're a content creator or looking to establish your presence, there's something here for you. 🌟

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