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Nothing but LocksY'all Ready For Some Football?!The NFL is BACK! Ally and Robert are joined by ZenSports CEO Mark Thomas to give their picks and analysis on the games this week.2023-09-0748 min
Nothing but LocksEpisode 121 - ZenSports is LIVE in TN! And NFL Futures!Hey y'all! ZenSports is officially licensed and LIVE in Tennessee! Ally and Robert are joined by special guest, Mark Thomas, CEO of ZenSports, to talk NFL Futures and introduce ZenSports to the great state of Tennessee.2023-06-1547 min
Nothing but LocksEpisode 34 - Lions, Packers, and Bears - Oh My!How will the Packers offense fair without Davante Adams? Will Kirk Cousins finally step up and lead the Vikings to the playoffs? And is there any hope for the Bears or Lions? Ally & Robert are joined by ZenSports CEO & Co-Founder Mark Thomas to preview the NFC North. They all like the Over for two teams, but disagree on the other two - which ones? Listen to find out!2022-08-1859 min
Nothing but LocksEpisode 23 - Fantasy Football Kickoff - Wide Receiver Edition!Y’all ready for some fantasy football?!? Host Ally Mielnicki is joined by Jacob Shrader, GM of Esports at ZenSports and a diehard DFS enthusiast. To kickoff their fantasy football series, Ally and Jacob take a dive into which WRs will be boom or bust this season. Will Davante Adams and Tyreek Hill’s numbers take a dive? Is Allen Robinson set for a career year in LA?A must listen for all DFS players!2022-07-1253 min
Esports ForeverEpisode 15: NFTs Utility & Product in ZenSportsiaZenSports CEO & Co-Founder Mark Thomas and Community Manager Ryan B Hebert sit down to talk about NFTs, the Utility behind them and what ZenSportsia NFTs have to do with all of this! 2022-03-2341 min
Esports ForeverEsports Forever Episode 5: Luke_P2EIn Episode 5 of the Esports Forever Podcast, we introduce Luke_P2E on our podcast! We deep dive into Luke's passions, creative endeavors, and get the entire crew thinking about the future of games with crypto and NFTs! Luke_P2E is an established content creator with the passion, creativity, and charisma to win over any viewer, no matter the type of video or livestream he is doing. Luke is commonly on our ZenSports twitch as a friendly face for our Splinterlands livestreams.Luke_P2E socials:YOUTUBE►►https://www...2022-02-0746 min
Esports ForeverEpisode 2: Welcome to ZenSports Ryan Hebert!In this episode of the Esports Forever Podcast, we introduce the new Community Manager at ZenSports, Ryan Hebert. Ryan is an expert in building communities around esports, having done so during his time in the competitive Pokemon scene. Jacob and Ryan chat about Pokemon, card games in general, and musicals in this episode!2022-01-1739 min
Betting MattersBye Bye Ball And Chain, Hello Betting Matters with Jess UdyThe Ball and Chain podcast is history, and Mark Thomas kicks off the new Betting Matters podcast with his good pal, Jess Udy. Mark and Jess begin with the NFL playoff picture, first chatting about Jess' Buccaneers, then moving on to Mark's Packers, and wrapping up with the rest of the NFC and AFC. Then they get into some picks for this weekend's NFL playoff games and Jess talks about some of his recent sports betting wins in the NFL, college football, NBA, and college basketball. Jess breaks the news that he's moving to Miami, and Mark talks about h...2022-01-051h 00
Nothing but LocksEpisode 1 - Week 18 in the NFL -Top Picks & Analysis for Games with Playoff ImplicationsIn the debut of the Nothing But Locks podcast, host Ally Mielnicki is joined by Robert Kowalski, the GM of Casino Operations & Sports Betting at ZenSports. They dive into both of their backgrounds of how they came to love and work in the sports betting industry before segueing into their picks for the final weekend of the NFL regular season. Tune in for predictions and analysis for the top NFL games this weekend, along with their picks for Monday night's NCAAF Championship and which NFL coaches will be out of a job come Monday.2022-01-0556 min
Esports ForeverEpisode 1 - What Makes Play-To-Earn so Special?In this episode of the Esports Forever Podcast, Jacob Shrader and Nathan Groenendal explore the current lanscape of play-to-earn blockchain gaming. They explore some exciting upcoming projects and discuss some of the most important features needed for a succesful play-to-earn game in the current landscape!2022-01-0536 min
Betting MattersRegional Sports Broadcasting With Ben Wilson From Quake/VSINBall and Chain host Mark Thomas is joined by Ben Wilson, a play-by-play and sports betting broadcaster for a variety of TV and radio networks, including ESPN+, SEC Network, Fox Sports Midwest, Pac-12 Network, and Stadium. They kick things off by discussing some Wisconsin sports (Ben is also from WI), then dive into how the landscape for regional sports networks (RSN's) have changed over the past 20 years. Ben is also the host of Pete Rose's Daily Picks Podcast alongside Pete Rose for Quake Media, and Mark and Ben discuss what it's like to work directly with the all-time baseball...2021-11-2354 minBetting MattersRegional Sports Broadcasting With Ben Wilson From Quake/VSINBall and Chain host Mark Thomas is joined by Ben Wilson, a play-by-play and sports betting broadcaster for a variety of TV and radio networks, including ESPN+, SEC Network, Fox Sports Midwest, Pac-12 Network, and Stadium. They kick things off by discussing some Wisconsin sports (Ben is also from WI), then dive into how the landscape for regional sports networks (RSN's) have changed over the past 20 years. Ben is also the host of Pete Rose's Daily Picks Podcast alongside Pete Rose for Quake Media, and Mark and Ben discuss what it's like to work directly with the all-time baseball...2021-11-2354 min
Betting MattersAnalytical Tools for Sports Bettors with Nicolas Panaritis from TheDailyStakesBall and Chain host Mark Thomas is joined by Nicolas Panaritis, Co-Founder of TheDailyStakes, which provides tools to empower sports bettors with the same analytics used by both the sharps and sportsbooks. Nicolas talks about how he came up with the idea for TheDailyStakes and what sets the product apart from others. He also discusses the strategy for growing the business, marketing, and pricing.2021-11-1637 minBetting MattersAnalytical Tools for Sports Bettors with Nicolas Panaritis from TheDailyStakesBall and Chain host Mark Thomas is joined by Nicolas Panaritis, Co-Founder of TheDailyStakes, which provides tools to empower sports bettors with the same analytics used by both the sharps and sportsbooks. Nicolas talks about how he came up with the idea for TheDailyStakes and what sets the product apart from others. He also discusses the strategy for growing the business, marketing, and pricing.2021-11-1637 min
Betting MattersRating Sports Betting Sharps and Entrepreneurship with Christopher Adams from SharpRankMark is joined by SharpRank Founder & CEO, Christopher Adams. SharpRank is an independent ratings agency and performance rating platform for sports betting experts, algorithms, prognosticators, and the general public. Christopher talks about how both consumers and operators are leveraging SharpRank to bring greater transparency to the sports betting industry. Then Christopher tells the story of his journey to becoming a startup entrepreneur and Mark talks about his. Just Fucking Do It!2021-11-0257 minBetting MattersRating Sports Betting Sharps and Entrepreneurship with Christopher Adams from SharpRankMark is joined by SharpRank Founder & CEO, Christopher Adams. SharpRank is an independent ratings agency and performance rating platform for sports betting experts, algorithms, prognosticators, and the general public. Christopher talks about how both consumers and operators are leveraging SharpRank to bring greater transparency to the sports betting industry. Then Christopher tells the story of his journey to becoming a startup entrepreneur and Mark talks about his. Just Fucking Do It!2021-11-0257 min
Betting MattersBehind the Scenes With a Vegas Bookmaker - Robert Walker from USBookmakingHost Mark Thomas is joined by Robert Walker, the Director of Sports Book Operations for USBookmaking (USB). He has over 30 years of experience in managing sports book wagering lines and risk, including at The Mirage, Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, and Stardust. Robert gives a behind-the-scenes look into what it's like to be a bookmaker, how he stays one step ahead of sharps, and what the future of bookmaking will look like.2021-10-2648 minBetting MattersBehind the Scenes With a Vegas Bookmaker - Robert Walker from USBookmakingHost Mark Thomas is joined by Robert Walker, the Director of Sports Book Operations for USBookmaking (USB). He has over 30 years of experience in managing sports book wagering lines and risk, including at The Mirage, Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, and Stardust. Robert gives a behind-the-scenes look into what it's like to be a bookmaker, how he stays one step ahead of sharps, and what the future of bookmaking will look like.2021-10-2648 min
Betting MattersNASCAR Races, Cup Series, and Its Foray Into Sports BettingMark is joined by Matt Stallknecht, the Senior Manager of Sports Betting at NASCAR. Matt starts off by discussing how NASCAR races, Cup Series, and points system work. Then he dives into the rigors of what it's like to be a race car driver. Finally, Matt walks Mark through the decision-making process that NASCAR went through the past few years to embrace sports betting and engage in partnerships with sports betting operators.2021-10-2050 minBetting MattersNASCAR Races, Cup Series, and Its Foray Into Sports BettingMark is joined by Matt Stallknecht, the Senior Manager of Sports Betting at NASCAR. Matt starts off by discussing how NASCAR races, Cup Series, and points system work. Then he dives into the rigors of what it's like to be a race car driver. Finally, Matt walks Mark through the decision-making process that NASCAR went through the past few years to embrace sports betting and engage in partnerships with sports betting operators.2021-10-2050 min
Betting MattersFrom Music Career to Sports Betting With Alex B. SmithBall and Chain host Mark Thomas is joined by Alex B. Smith (not the football player) to chat about how Alex went from playing in a hard rock band to betting on sports and writing about sports betting for publications like Covers and WagerTalk. Alex is a particularly avid NHL bettor and handicapper, and he gives his advice for how to get started and what to look for when it comes to betting on hockey.2021-10-1341 minBetting MattersFrom Music Career to Sports Betting With Alex B. SmithBall and Chain host Mark Thomas is joined by Alex B. Smith (not the football player) to chat about how Alex went from playing in a hard rock band to betting on sports and writing about sports betting for publications like Covers and WagerTalk. Alex is a particularly avid NHL bettor and handicapper, and he gives his advice for how to get started and what to look for when it comes to betting on hockey.2021-10-1341 min
Betting MattersEducating Sports Bettors and Bringing Awareness to Women's Sports with Garrett Schwartz from Gaming SocietyMark is joined by Garrett Schwartz, the Head of Strategy & Analytics at Gaming Society. Gaming Society is helping educate sports bettors through unique classes and educational materials, along with bringing more awareness towards women's sports and betting on women's sports. They also discuss how former professional athletes are getting involved with sports betting companies (Kevin Garnett is a co-founder of Gaming Society). Mark and Garrett also touch on the forward-thinking nature of FOX Sports, and what they expect in terms of in-gaming betting becoming part of future television broadcasts.2021-09-2144 minBetting MattersEducating Sports Bettors and Bringing Awareness to Women's Sports with Garrett Schwartz from Gaming SocietyMark is joined by Garrett Schwartz, the Head of Strategy & Analytics at Gaming Society. Gaming Society is helping educate sports bettors through unique classes and educational materials, along with bringing more awareness towards women's sports and betting on women's sports. They also discuss how former professional athletes are getting involved with sports betting companies (Kevin Garnett is a co-founder of Gaming Society). Mark and Garrett also touch on the forward-thinking nature of FOX Sports, and what they expect in terms of in-gaming betting becoming part of future television broadcasts.2021-09-2144 min
Betting MattersExpert Betting Tips & Life As a Las Vegas Sports Bettor with Joe D'AmicoMark is joined by Joe D'Amico, who owns and operates All American Sports in Las Vegas, Nevada. Joe is a third generation race and sports personality, and a resident of Las Vegas for 31 years, in which he has been in and around sports on a daily basis by working and managing several Las Vegas Sports books and several Sports Information Services. Joe talks with Mark about all things sports betting, including what it's like to live in Vegas, bet on sports professionally, and run a betting information services business. And of course, Joe gives some of his picks for...2021-09-1756 minBetting MattersExpert Betting Tips & Life As a Las Vegas Sports Bettor with Joe D'AmicoMark is joined by Joe D'Amico, who owns and operates All American Sports in Las Vegas, Nevada. Joe is a third generation race and sports personality, and a resident of Las Vegas for 31 years, in which he has been in and around sports on a daily basis by working and managing several Las Vegas Sports books and several Sports Information Services. Joe talks with Mark about all things sports betting, including what it's like to live in Vegas, bet on sports professionally, and run a betting information services business. And of course, Joe gives some of his picks for...2021-09-1756 min
Betting MattersGettin' Legal with Carlos Duque from Bailey & GlasserMark is joined by high-energy Carlos Duque, a Corporate & Litigation attorney within the Esports, Daily Fantasy Sports, and Cannabis industries at the law firm Bailey & Glasser. They kick things off about how to stay happy and productive during uncertain times (hint: it's about where you're living). Next, they talk about all of the legal challenges that startups face, especially within vice tech, and how to best handle them. Carlos also talks about common misconceptions of life as an attorney, and how to best navigate the attorney / client relationship. Grab a cup of coffee, bring your energy, and...2021-09-0849 minBetting MattersGettin' Legal with Carlos Duque from Bailey & GlasserMark is joined by high-energy Carlos Duque, a Corporate & Litigation attorney within the Esports, Daily Fantasy Sports, and Cannabis industries at the law firm Bailey & Glasser. They kick things off about how to stay happy and productive during uncertain times (hint: it's about where you're living). Next, they talk about all of the legal challenges that startups face, especially within vice tech, and how to best handle them. Carlos also talks about common misconceptions of life as an attorney, and how to best navigate the attorney / client relationship. Grab a cup of coffee, bring your energy, and...2021-09-0849 min
Betting MattersSports Betting Content, Affiliate Marketing, and Wisconsin Sports Golden Age with Robert Kraft from Atlas World Sports.Mark is joined by Robert Kraft (not that Robert Kraft) from Atlas World Sports. Robert is also originally from Wisconsin and both he and Mark revel in the current golden age of all Wisconsin sports teams being good at the same time. Next, they dive into more about Robert's recent launch of Atlas World Sports, which gives you access to your favorite sports, teams, players, and online sportsbooks from the comfort of your phone. Finally, they discuss the role of Atlas in the affiliate marketing world of sports betting, and wrap up by talking about the obsession...2021-09-0351 minBetting MattersSports Betting Content, Affiliate Marketing, and Wisconsin Sports Golden Age with Robert Kraft from Atlas World Sports.Mark is joined by Robert Kraft (not that Robert Kraft) from Atlas World Sports. Robert is also originally from Wisconsin and both he and Mark revel in the current golden age of all Wisconsin sports teams being good at the same time. Next, they dive into more about Robert's recent launch of Atlas World Sports, which gives you access to your favorite sports, teams, players, and online sportsbooks from the comfort of your phone. Finally, they discuss the role of Atlas in the affiliate marketing world of sports betting, and wrap up by talking about the obsession...2021-09-0351 min
Betting MattersFantasy Sports 101 and Breaking into Fantasy Sports as a NewbieMark is joined by Britt Sanders, who has done everything and anything related to Fantasy Sports, including hosting multiple podcasts and content resources. Britt starts off with what "Dynasty" Fantasy Sports is and how it compares to Season Fantasy Sports and Daily Fantasy Sports. He then gives tips for how to break into playing Fantasy Sports if it's your first time. Lastly, Mark and Britt talk about careers in tech and sports.2021-08-1744 minBetting MattersFantasy Sports 101 and Breaking into Fantasy Sports as a NewbieMark is joined by Britt Sanders, who has done everything and anything related to Fantasy Sports, including hosting multiple podcasts and content resources. Britt starts off with what "Dynasty" Fantasy Sports is and how it compares to Season Fantasy Sports and Daily Fantasy Sports. He then gives tips for how to break into playing Fantasy Sports if it's your first time. Lastly, Mark and Britt talk about careers in tech and sports.2021-08-1744 min
Betting MattersContent and Influencer Marketing in Sports with David Woodley from PlaymakerMark is joined by David Woodley, the Chief Content Officer & Chief Revenue Officer from Playmaker, which is a sports media, events, and merchandise company with over 12 million followers across Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat & Facebook. David is a passionate Minnesota sports fan, so Mark and David kick things off by talking Wisconsin vs Minnesota sports before David dives into how Playmaker helps sports brands reach younger audiences through its content and influencer platform. They conclude with some potential rule changes to make baseball more popular, and what the future of sports betting and content products look like.2021-08-101h 10Betting MattersContent and Influencer Marketing in Sports with David Woodley from PlaymakerMark is joined by David Woodley, the Chief Content Officer & Chief Revenue Officer from Playmaker, which is a sports media, events, and merchandise company with over 12 million followers across Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat & Facebook. David is a passionate Minnesota sports fan, so Mark and David kick things off by talking Wisconsin vs Minnesota sports before David dives into how Playmaker helps sports brands reach younger audiences through its content and influencer platform. They conclude with some potential rule changes to make baseball more popular, and what the future of sports betting and content products look like.2021-08-101h 10
Betting MattersHow To Angel Invest via Syndicates with Steve Walsh from Hands On AngelSteve Walsh has angel invested in over 50 startups the past two years, mostly via syndicates (including being a 3x investor in ZenSports). He joins Mark to talk about how angel investing via syndicates work, what he looks for in a startup before investing, and what startup founders do that turn him off. A must listen episode for anyone looking to get into startup angel investing or who is pitching angel investors!2021-08-0451 minBetting MattersHow To Angel Invest via Syndicates with Steve Walsh from Hands On AngelSteve Walsh has angel invested in over 50 startups the past two years, mostly via syndicates (including being a 3x investor in ZenSports). He joins Mark to talk about how angel investing via syndicates work, what he looks for in a startup before investing, and what startup founders do that turn him off. A must listen episode for anyone looking to get into startup angel investing or who is pitching angel investors!2021-08-0451 min
Betting MattersSports Betting at DraftKings Pre and Post-PASPA, and New Data Tools With Dan Hannigan-DaleyMark is joined by Dan Hannigan-Daley, formerly of DraftKings and now the CEO of Sports Info Solutions. Dan talks about how DraftKings prepared for the repeal of PASPA and quickly moved to launch its sports book product in 2018. They discuss the US vs international sports betting market, and Sports Info Solutions' unique take on providing data to sports betting operators, sports leagues, and teams. Oh, and robo umps in baseball!2021-07-3047 minBetting MattersSports Betting at DraftKings Pre and Post-PASPA, and New Data Tools With Dan Hannigan-DaleyMark is joined by Dan Hannigan-Daley, formerly of DraftKings and now the CEO of Sports Info Solutions. Dan talks about how DraftKings prepared for the repeal of PASPA and quickly moved to launch its sports book product in 2018. They discuss the US vs international sports betting market, and Sports Info Solutions' unique take on providing data to sports betting operators, sports leagues, and teams. Oh, and robo umps in baseball!2021-07-3047 min
Betting MattersBucks Win The Title! Mark's Journey to Milwaukee to Watch Game 6 and the Parade In-PersonBall and Chain podcast host Mark Thomas kicks off the latest episode with Jess Udy by walking through the journey leading up to watching game 6 of the NBA Finals in person, and what this NBA title means to him as a Bucks fan for the past 33 years. Mark and Jess also compare the luck factor in the NBA playoffs to the other pro sports. Mark talks about why he's not a fan of the Olympics. And of course, we've got some NFL talk now that Rodgers is for sure coming back to the Packers. Woohoo Bucks! 2021-07-271h 19Betting MattersBucks Win The Title! Mark's Journey to Milwaukee to Watch Game 6 and the Parade In-PersonBall and Chain podcast host Mark Thomas kicks off the latest episode with Jess Udy by walking through the journey leading up to watching game 6 of the NBA Finals in person, and what this NBA title means to him as a Bucks fan for the past 33 years. Mark and Jess also compare the luck factor in the NBA playoffs to the other pro sports. Mark talks about why he's not a fan of the Olympics. And of course, we've got some NFL talk now that Rodgers is for sure coming back to the Packers. Woohoo Bucks! 2021-07-271h 19
Betting MattersThe NBA Title is Within Reach - Analysis of Game 5 of the NBA Finals With Jess UdyMark Thomas is joined by Jess Udy to break down the thrilling game 5 of the NBA Finals. Mark walks through the emotional lows and highs of the game, from falling behind by 16 points in the first quarter to one of the most iconic plays in NBA Finals History with Jrue Holiday's steal and alley-oop pass to Giannis. Mark also breaks down his shrewd thought process for timing a trip back to Milwaukee and in buying tickets to game 6. And then somehow, Mark and Jess wrap up with NFL talk again. Let's go Bucks! 2021-07-191h 07Betting MattersThe NBA Title is Within Reach - Analysis of Game 5 of the NBA Finals With Jess UdyMark Thomas is joined by Jess Udy to break down the thrilling game 5 of the NBA Finals. Mark walks through the emotional lows and highs of the game, from falling behind by 16 points in the first quarter to one of the most iconic plays in NBA Finals History with Jrue Holiday's steal and alley-oop pass to Giannis. Mark also breaks down his shrewd thought process for timing a trip back to Milwaukee and in buying tickets to game 6. And then somehow, Mark and Jess wrap up with NFL talk again. Let's go Bucks! 2021-07-191h 07
Betting MattersBucks Bounce Back! Analysis of Game 3 of the NBA Finals With Jess UdyJess Udy is back on the pod and he and Mark talk about the Bucks great win in game 3 of the NBA Finals. But first, they talk about the other Bucs (Tampa Bay) and why we're looking at another Green Bay / Tampa Bay NFC Championship game this season if Rodgers comes back. Then Mark gives the case both for and against the Milwaukee Bucks winning the title, meanwhile Jess thinks the Bucks are in a really good place and should win it all, Then Jess challenges Mark to watch some UFC / MMA, and Mark challenges Jess to play some 9...2021-07-121h 04Betting MattersBucks Bounce Back! Analysis of Game 3 of the NBA Finals With Jess UdyJess Udy is back on the pod and he and Mark talk about the Bucks great win in game 3 of the NBA Finals. But first, they talk about the other Bucs (Tampa Bay) and why we're looking at another Green Bay / Tampa Bay NFC Championship game this season if Rodgers comes back. Then Mark gives the case both for and against the Milwaukee Bucks winning the title, meanwhile Jess thinks the Bucks are in a really good place and should win it all, Then Jess challenges Mark to watch some UFC / MMA, and Mark challenges Jess to play some 9...2021-07-121h 04
Betting MattersArgh, Bucks Lose Game 1 of the NBA FinalsZenSports Marketing Manager, Ally Mielnicki, joins Mark on the latest Ball and Chain podcast episode to discuss game 1 of the NBA Finals. But first, Mark recaps a wild weekend in LA and what it was like for the Bucks to make the Finals for the first time in 47 years. Then Ally and Mark break down what happened in game 1 and what the Bucks need to do to get back on track during game 2.2021-07-0738 minBetting MattersArgh, Bucks Lose Game 1 of the NBA FinalsZenSports Marketing Manager, Ally Mielnicki, joins Mark on the latest Ball and Chain podcast episode to discuss game 1 of the NBA Finals. But first, Mark recaps a wild weekend in LA and what it was like for the Bucks to make the Finals for the first time in 47 years. Then Ally and Mark break down what happened in game 1 and what the Bucks need to do to get back on track during game 2.2021-07-0738 min
Betting MattersBucks beat the Nets! And Other NBA Conference Semi's Analysis with Jess UdyBucks do the unthinkable and beat the Nets on the road in Game 7. As a Bucks fan since 1988, this one feels great for host Mark Thomas. But before they dive into how the Bucks did it, Mark gives Jess the floor to lament about his Jazz and what went wrong against the Clippers. Plus why the Sixers got ousted by the Hawks and what to expect in Bucks/Hawks and Clippers/Suns. #FearTheDeer2021-06-2155 minBetting MattersBucks beat the Nets! And Other NBA Conference Semi's Analysis with Jess UdyBucks do the unthinkable and beat the Nets on the road in Game 7. As a Bucks fan since 1988, this one feels great for host Mark Thomas. But before they dive into how the Bucks did it, Mark gives Jess the floor to lament about his Jazz and what went wrong against the Clippers. Plus why the Sixers got ousted by the Hawks and what to expect in Bucks/Hawks and Clippers/Suns. #FearTheDeer2021-06-2155 min
Betting MattersFantasy Sports and Raising Awareness on Gaming Industry Issues with Chase Payne from Champions RoundChase Payne is the Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer at Champions Round, and sits on the Board of Directors at the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association. Chase joins Mark to discuss how Fantasy Sports can and will become more interactive via content and providing the technology formats that consumers want. They talk about how professional and collegiate athletes can further their Name Image Likeness via NFT's. Lastly, they chat about the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association and how the organization is raising awareness and furthering the growth for the gaming industry.2021-06-1549 minBetting MattersFantasy Sports and Raising Awareness on Gaming Industry Issues with Chase Payne from Champions RoundChase Payne is the Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer at Champions Round, and sits on the Board of Directors at the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association. Chase joins Mark to discuss how Fantasy Sports can and will become more interactive via content and providing the technology formats that consumers want. They talk about how professional and collegiate athletes can further their Name Image Likeness via NFT's. Lastly, they chat about the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association and how the organization is raising awareness and furthering the growth for the gaming industry.2021-06-1549 min
Betting MattersThe Legal Side of Esports and the Future of Esports Leagues with Justin JacobsonMark is joined by Justin Jacobson, an entertainment and Esports attorney located in New York City. They discuss a wide array of topics within Esports, including athlete intellectual property, the integrity of betting in Esports, and how Esports leagues and tournaments can become more structured and mainstream. They also discuss Justin's latest book, "The Essential Guide to the Business & Law of Esports & Professional Video Gaming", which he currently uses in his curriculum as an Adjunct Professor for Esports Leadership Development at University of North Carolina Wilmington.2021-06-1045 minBetting MattersThe Legal Side of Esports and the Future of Esports Leagues with Justin JacobsonMark is joined by Justin Jacobson, an entertainment and Esports attorney located in New York City. They discuss a wide array of topics within Esports, including athlete intellectual property, the integrity of betting in Esports, and how Esports leagues and tournaments can become more structured and mainstream. They also discuss Justin's latest book, "The Essential Guide to the Business & Law of Esports & Professional Video Gaming", which he currently uses in his curriculum as an Adjunct Professor for Esports Leadership Development at University of North Carolina Wilmington.2021-06-1045 min
Betting MattersJess Udy Returns to Discuss Bucks/Jazz, NBA Playoff Predictions, and Drinking Beer in UtahJess Udy returns to the Ball and Chain podcast for his first of many weekly guest appearances moving forward. Jess and Mark talk about how the Jazz and Bucks inflicted total destruction on their opponents in round 1. They give their predictions for the rest of the playoffs (including a Bitcoin bet between the two!) and discuss what's up with tiny crowds in LA. They also break down what the beer-drinking scene is like in Utah, how Cam Newton should play for the Portland Trail Blazers, how Drew, er we mean Eric Bledsoe should play quarterback for the...2021-06-0458 minBetting MattersJess Udy Returns to Discuss Bucks/Jazz, NBA Playoff Predictions, and Drinking Beer in UtahJess Udy returns to the Ball and Chain podcast for his first of many weekly guest appearances moving forward. Jess and Mark talk about how the Jazz and Bucks inflicted total destruction on their opponents in round 1. They give their predictions for the rest of the playoffs (including a Bitcoin bet between the two!) and discuss what's up with tiny crowds in LA. They also break down what the beer-drinking scene is like in Utah, how Cam Newton should play for the Portland Trail Blazers, how Drew, er we mean Eric Bledsoe should play quarterback for the...2021-06-0458 min
Betting MattersThe Return of Vegas and Effective Casino Marketing Strategies with Josh Swissman from The Strategy OrganizationBall and Chain host Mark Thomas is joined by Josh Swissman — who is a former senior marketing executive at MGM Resorts International and Station Casinos, and is now the founding partner at The Strategy Organization. Josh talks about how consumer demand for Vegas is back to pre-pandemic levels, and the outlook for business travel coming back to Vegas. Josh also discusses what it was like to market an in-person entertainment experience for Vegas casinos during Covid, what he's now doing post-Covid, and what the future of casino gaming looks like in the next 5 years.2021-06-0244 minBetting MattersThe Return of Vegas and Effective Casino Marketing Strategies with Josh Swissman from The Strategy OrganizationBall and Chain host Mark Thomas is joined by Josh Swissman — who is a former senior marketing executive at MGM Resorts International and Station Casinos, and is now the founding partner at The Strategy Organization. Josh talks about how consumer demand for Vegas is back to pre-pandemic levels, and the outlook for business travel coming back to Vegas. Josh also discusses what it was like to market an in-person entertainment experience for Vegas casinos during Covid, what he's now doing post-Covid, and what the future of casino gaming looks like in the next 5 years.2021-06-0244 min
Betting MattersAaron Rodgers Gossip and Sports Betting in Canada with Chris Amberley from The Sports NetworkMark is joined by Chris Amberley from TSN Canada to discuss what the sports betting and media market are like north of the border. But first! They hypothesize on the Aaron Rodgers saga and the will he/won't he be back discussion. Mark and Chris also chat about the state of the NHL and the future of decentralized finance. 2021-05-1959 minBetting MattersAaron Rodgers Gossip and Sports Betting in Canada with Chris Amberley from The Sports NetworkMark is joined by Chris Amberley from TSN Canada to discuss what the sports betting and media market are like north of the border. But first! They hypothesize on the Aaron Rodgers saga and the will he/won't he be back discussion. Mark and Chris also chat about the state of the NHL and the future of decentralized finance. 2021-05-1959 min
Betting MattersFantasy Sports Strategies with Tony Cutillo from Fox Sports and Rize and React MediaTony Cutillo, Fantasy Sports Contributor to Fox Sports The Gambler and CEO of Rize and React Media, talks with Mark about the difference between season fantasy sports and daily fantasy sports, strategies for winning at both, and how he communicates his research and tips on-air to the audience. They also discuss what it means to find your passion and to be a founder of your own company.2021-05-1443 minBetting MattersFantasy Sports Strategies with Tony Cutillo from Fox Sports and Rize and React MediaTony Cutillo, Fantasy Sports Contributor to Fox Sports The Gambler and CEO of Rize and React Media, talks with Mark about the difference between season fantasy sports and daily fantasy sports, strategies for winning at both, and how he communicates his research and tips on-air to the audience. They also discuss what it means to find your passion and to be a founder of your own company.2021-05-1443 min
Betting MattersDifferent Approaches to Legalizing Sports Betting in the US and Customer Acquisition Strategies with Max Bichsel from Gambling.comMax Bichsel, the Vice President of US Business at Gambling.com, joins ZenSports Co-Founder & CEO, Mark Thomas to talk about how each state is approaching the legalization of sports betting differently, why certain approaches are better for consumers and affiliate marketers than others, and why higher customer acquisition costs (and lifetime values!) in the gaming industry are here to stay. They also discuss how operators attempt to attract the best kind of customers, deter bonus hoppers, and their right to refuse sharp action.2021-05-1155 minBetting MattersDifferent Approaches to Legalizing Sports Betting in the US and Customer Acquisition Strategies with Max Bichsel from Gambling.comMax Bichsel, the Vice President of US Business at Gambling.com, joins ZenSports Co-Founder & CEO, Mark Thomas to talk about how each state is approaching the legalization of sports betting differently, why certain approaches are better for consumers and affiliate marketers than others, and why higher customer acquisition costs (and lifetime values!) in the gaming industry are here to stay. They also discuss how operators attempt to attract the best kind of customers, deter bonus hoppers, and their right to refuse sharp action.2021-05-1155 min
Betting MattersEuropean Soccer Events, US Soccer's Future, and Marketing Challenges in MLB/NHL with Martino Puccio from The AthleticZenSports Co-Founder & CEO, Mark Thomas, is joined by Martino Puccio, a Serie A Soccer and Gambling Contributor for The Athletic. As an avid Serie A and Soccer fan, Martino breaks down for the audience how all of the different European Soccer leagues are currently structured, what went down this week with the European Super League, and what it will take for Soccer to finally take off here in the US. Mark and Martino also discuss where MLB/NHL falls short in terms of marketing, and of course, gambling and crypto.2021-04-221h 08Betting MattersEuropean Soccer Events, US Soccer's Future, and Marketing Challenges in MLB/NHL with Martino Puccio from The AthleticZenSports Co-Founder & CEO, Mark Thomas, is joined by Martino Puccio, a Serie A Soccer and Gambling Contributor for The Athletic. As an avid Serie A and Soccer fan, Martino breaks down for the audience how all of the different European Soccer leagues are currently structured, what went down this week with the European Super League, and what it will take for Soccer to finally take off here in the US. Mark and Martino also discuss where MLB/NHL falls short in terms of marketing, and of course, gambling and crypto.2021-04-221h 08
Allied Angels: Venture Capital InsightsInvesting in ZenSports | Ep 2In this episode of Allied Angels, we discuss our investment in ZenSports: a peer-to-peer sports betting marketplace.
Discover how Allied VC identified and capitalized on this game-changing opportunity in the burgeoning world of decentralized sports betting.
Our hosts unpack the innovative technology behind ZenSports, which allows users worldwide to create and accept sports bets directly with each other, bypassing traditional centralized bookmakers.
Key topics covered in this Allied Angels episode include:
• How ZenSports aligns with Allied Venture Partners' investment th...2021-03-1506 min
Betting MattersThe Business Side of Esports Streaming with Juan Rodriguez from Lodgz FinancialMark is joined by Juan Rodriguez, the Founder of Lodgz Financial, which focuses on helping video game streamers with tax planning, bookkeeping, and managing revenue. Streamers face unique challenges when it comes to managing donations and channel subscriptions, and Juan walks through how he helps them better manage their finances. Mark and Juan also delve into their love for watching football, and the differences in college vs pro football fans throughout the country.2021-02-0156 minBetting MattersThe Business Side of Esports Streaming with Juan Rodriguez from Lodgz FinancialMark is joined by Juan Rodriguez, the Founder of Lodgz Financial, which focuses on helping video game streamers with tax planning, bookkeeping, and managing revenue. Streamers face unique challenges when it comes to managing donations and channel subscriptions, and Juan walks through how he helps them better manage their finances. Mark and Juan also delve into their love for watching football, and the differences in college vs pro football fans throughout the country.2021-02-0156 min
Betting MattersJess Udy Returns! Bucs/Packers, Bills/Chiefs, NBA Regular Season, and Crypto MarketsJess Udy, who appeared on episodes 1 and 2 from February/March 2020 and hasn't been on since, returns to console Mark on the Packers NFC Championship loss. They also discuss their forecast and betting tips on Chiefs/Bucs, why College Basketball is the best sport to bet on, what the NBA can do to improve the regular season, and their near-term cryptocurrency price predictions.2021-01-261h 29Betting MattersJess Udy Returns! Bucs/Packers, Bills/Chiefs, NBA Regular Season, and Crypto MarketsJess Udy, who appeared on episodes 1 and 2 from February/March 2020 and hasn't been on since, returns to console Mark on the Packers NFC Championship loss. They also discuss their forecast and betting tips on Chiefs/Bucs, why College Basketball is the best sport to bet on, what the NBA can do to improve the regular season, and their near-term cryptocurrency price predictions.2021-01-261h 29
Betting MattersHow Organized Sports Leagues and the Media Began to Embrace Legalized Sports BettingDavid Bearman, Deputy Editor of Sports Betting at ESPN, joins Mark Thomas from ZenSports to discuss the historical moments that helped leagues like the NBA and media companies like ESPN finally embrace legalized sports betting. They also make the arguments for how traditional sports betting is just as skill-based as Daily Fantasy Sports. And finally, what it would take to streamline the sports betting license process across all states.2020-12-1047 minBetting MattersHow Organized Sports Leagues and the Media Began to Embrace Legalized Sports BettingDavid Bearman, Deputy Editor of Sports Betting at ESPN, joins Mark Thomas from ZenSports to discuss the historical moments that helped leagues like the NBA and media companies like ESPN finally embrace legalized sports betting. They also make the arguments for how traditional sports betting is just as skill-based as Daily Fantasy Sports. And finally, what it would take to streamline the sports betting license process across all states.2020-12-1047 min
Betting MattersHow to Bet on Daily Fantasy Sports with Zach Brunner from AwesemoZach Brunner is a Daily Fantasy Sports guru, and he chats with Mark about all of the different things to look for when betting on DFS. Zach is also from Wisconsin, so the two do a deep dive into this year's Packers, and discuss whether they think Giannis will sign an extension with the Bucks. Plus, Zach gives his DFS and sports betting picks for this Sunday's games!2020-11-051h 07Betting MattersHow to Bet on Daily Fantasy Sports with Zach Brunner from AwesemoZach Brunner is a Daily Fantasy Sports guru, and he chats with Mark about all of the different things to look for when betting on DFS. Zach is also from Wisconsin, so the two do a deep dive into this year's Packers, and discuss whether they think Giannis will sign an extension with the Bucks. Plus, Zach gives his DFS and sports betting picks for this Sunday's games!2020-11-051h 07
Crypto UntangledZenSports - Bet & Win Today!In today’s episode, I will introduce you to ZenSports, a mobile peer-to-peer sports betting marketplace where anyone can create and accept sports bets with anyone else in the world, without the need for a centralized bookmaker. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, ZenSports is available for download in both the and the ZenSports website (Android). ZenSports built on ICON Blockchain Protocol, has also created its own cryptocurrency utility token called SPORTS, which consumers can use for placing bets, earning discounted betting fees, and getting cash back, bonuses, and other rewards.To speak more about ZenSports, its novelty, fe...2020-11-0322 min
In The Keep#70 Jacob Shrader & Roger Caneda (ZenSports)We’re joined by Roger Caneda & Jacob Shrader of ZenSports. Jacob’s background in gaming journalism brought him to work as GM of eSports while Roger’s experience managing the Dallas Mavericks’ gaming division puts them at the helm of ZenSports’ unique foray into the world of mobile peer-to-peer sports betting, cryptocurrency & recently eSports with a calculated focus on Arena FPS. // ZenSports: https://zensports.com/ // Roger: https://twitter.com/RogerCaneda // Jacob: https://twitter.com/kanyeshrayz // Pigeon Classic: // The Keep: http://inthekeep.com/ //Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/InTheKeep)2020-10-221h 30
Betting MattersHow Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Technologies are Shaping the Future of Contracts and Payments with Scott Smiley from ICONScott Smiley, head of Strategy at ICON Foundation and co-founder of ICX Station, joins Mark to discuss traditional finance/banking vs cryptocurrencies, the power of smart contracts, and why gaming regulators should embrace these technologies for sports betting.2020-10-1351 minBetting MattersHow Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Technologies are Shaping the Future of Contracts and Payments with Scott Smiley from ICONScott Smiley, head of Strategy at ICON Foundation and co-founder of ICX Station, joins Mark to discuss traditional finance/banking vs cryptocurrencies, the power of smart contracts, and why gaming regulators should embrace these technologies for sports betting.2020-10-1351 min
Betting MattersHow to Get into Sports Broadcasting, the Future of Golf, and Social Media as an Influencer Platform with Jeff EisenbandJeff Eisenband has accomplished a lot in his young broadcasting and sports media career, from being a broadcaster of NBA2K games to having interviewed some of sports' top athletes. He shares his secrets for how to break into a career in broadcasting, his passion for Golf, and how Twitter is the best platform for growing your sphere of influence. 2020-10-071h 05Betting MattersHow to Get into Sports Broadcasting, the Future of Golf, and Social Media as an Influencer Platform with Jeff EisenbandJeff Eisenband has accomplished a lot in his young broadcasting and sports media career, from being a broadcaster of NBA2K games to having interviewed some of sports' top athletes. He shares his secrets for how to break into a career in broadcasting, his passion for Golf, and how Twitter is the best platform for growing your sphere of influence. 2020-10-071h 05
Betting MattersThe Future of Sports Betting Content with Ben Fawkes from VSiNPrior to embarking on a cross-country move from Connecticut to Las Vegas, Ben Fawkes, the VP of Digital Content at VSiN and former Editor at ESPN Chalk, joins Mark in the (lucky) 13th episode of the Ball and Chain podcast. They discuss the genesis of VSiN's sports betting content business started by Brent Musburger, the difference in content needs for both casual and serious sports bettors, and what the future of iGaming looks like. Content is king!2020-09-011h 04Betting MattersThe Future of Sports Betting Content with Ben Fawkes from VSiNPrior to embarking on a cross-country move from Connecticut to Las Vegas, Ben Fawkes, the VP of Digital Content at VSiN and former Editor at ESPN Chalk, joins Mark in the (lucky) 13th episode of the Ball and Chain podcast. They discuss the genesis of VSiN's sports betting content business started by Brent Musburger, the difference in content needs for both casual and serious sports bettors, and what the future of iGaming looks like. Content is king!2020-09-011h 04
Betting MattersThe Evolution of Sports Betting with David Payne PurdumOver the last decade, many major media companies have been hesitant to devote much coverage to sports betting. Mark is joined by ESPN writer David Payne Purdum, one the most well-known and respected journalists in the sports betting world.David talks about his transition from a traditional newspaper writer in various Southeastern states, to a journalist covering a booming industry. Hear his and Mark's thoughts on the evolution, as well as current sports topics such as the NBA Bubble and commissioner Adam Silver, and other sports that are also underway.2020-08-241h 09
Betting MattersTraditional Sports Bookmaking with Robert KowalskiEver wonder what it's like to be a sports bookie? Mark is joined by Robert Kowalski, the head bookmaker at Baldini's Sports Casino in Sparks, Nevada. Robert talks about his roots making book back on the streets of New York, what it was like operating the sports book at The Barbary Coast in Vegas, and what his current role at Baldini's is. Find out how he makes lines, looks for sharp action, and views the future of sports betting (including peer-to-peer and mobile).2020-06-181h 09
Betting MattersBlack Lives Matter, the NBA Returning, and What Is Wrong with MLB PlayersEpisode 10 of the Ball and Chain Podcast is a monologue from Mark. He touches on what Black Lives Matter means to him and what we can do to be better human beings to each other. He also gives his thoughts on news of the NBA season returning in July, and questions what the hell MLB players are thinking by not yet ratifying an agreement to play this year.2020-06-0929 min
Around the CoinInterview with Mark Thomas founder of ZenSportsIn this interview Mike Townsend interviews Mark Thomas, CEO and founder of ZenSports. ZenSports is a mobile peer-to-peer sports betting marketplace where anyone can create and accept sports bets with anyone else in the world, without the need for a centralized bookmaker. Mike and Mark uncover the history of betting, discuss the future of sports coming out of Coronavirus, and talk about what the strategies that the best sports betters use to win 55% of their bets. We also learn about the history of betting regulation and other high potential cryptocurrency companies.Sponsors:Otter Labs www.hireotter.com- Hire great and...2020-05-3154 minAround The CoinInterview with Mark Thomas founder of ZenSportsIn this interview Mike Townsend interviews Mark Thomas, CEO and founder of ZenSports. ZenSports is a mobile peer-to-peer sports betting marketplace where anyone can create and accept sports bets with anyone else in the world, without the need for a centralized bookmaker. Mike and Mark uncover the history of betting, discuss the future of sports coming out of Coronavirus, and talk about what the strategies that the best sports betters use to win 55% of their bets. We also learn about the history of betting regulation and other high potential cryptocurrency companies.Sponsors:Otter Labs www.hireotter.com- Hire great and...2020-05-3154 min
Betting MattersData and Sports Betting Tech with Bjorn NilssonCompanies like Triggy are working with sports betting operators to provide data and real-time notifications on sporting event updates to bettors. Mark is joined by Bjorn Nilsson, the Co-Founder of Triggy, to find out which data points sports bettors care about. And how much data is too much data? Check out episode 9 to hear about all of the cool new data coming to sports bettors, and what the pros and cons of all of this data are, both to sports betting operators and bettors alike. 2020-05-2647 min
Betting MattersMobile Gaming and AR in Sports with Trevor Doerksen from ePlay DigitalMark is joined by Trevor Doerksen from ePlay Digital, and the two discuss the history of mobile video in broadcasting sports, second screen gaming to keep fans engaged while watching sports, and of course, betting and crypto within mobile gaming. Trevor dives into some of the cool gaming titles that he's worked on with the major sports leagues and teams to create, including super cool AR and role player games. Lastly, they discuss the new set of "Howie's Games" built with a COVID19 focus and well-known germaphobe Howie Mandel.2020-05-201h 11
Betting MattersAmerica reopening, sports are starting to come back(!), and the future of conferences and crypto in sports.Mark is joined by Jackson Weinreb of Blockworks Group, which produces events and podcasts to provide education and information about the blockchain and cryptocurrency space. Mark and Jackson kick things off with a fun and lively debate on when/how America should re-open up, followed by sports coming back, and what the future of in-person conferences looks like for business and the blockchain world. They wrap up with the use cases of crypto beyond just trading, and what the Bitcoin halving means.2020-05-1447 min
Betting MattersAnalytics & Sports Betting with Dan Rubin from Cleat StreetDan Rubin has been using analytics and quantitative methods for years to gain an edge in sports betting. He joins Mark to share some of his secrets for successfully finding value in bets, his analytical methodologies for improving expected outcomes, and his approach to bankroll management. Dan holds an MBA from Columbia University, a CFA designation, and most recently founded Cleat Street, which is a daily sports betting newsletter.2020-05-101h 07
Betting MattersDeep Dive Into Esports With Jacob ShraderJacob Shrader is an avid Esports player and gamer, and he joins Mark to talk about the ins and outs of the different major Esports titles, game producers, leagues, formats, and of course, betting and crypto in Esports! 2020-04-201h 09
Betting MattersThe World of Esports with Ari Fox from Casino Esport ConferenceAri Fox joins Mark to talk about how Esports organizations and leagues operate, players and influencers that drive Esports, and the future of betting on Esports in a post-COVID19 world.2020-04-0256 min
Betting MattersWhen Will Sports Return, in What Capacity, COVID-19 Business Impacts, and Twitter VitriolMark flies solo with no guest and gives his thoughts on how the sports leagues should treat their seasons when they come back, how COVID-19 is impacting businesses across the sports world, and can't we all just get along? (on Twitter)2020-03-2644 min
Betting MattersCOVID-19 (and Rudy Gobert) Cancels Sports, Crypto, and Life as We Know ItHost and ZenSports Co-Founder & CEO, Mark Thomas, scrambles to find a guest for an emergency podcast to discuss the cancelling of American sports. Jess Udy to the rescue!Jess lives in Utah and is a Jazz fan, and we discuss what it was like for him to find out that his hometown star, Rudy Gobert, was the catalyst for shutting down the NBA and the rest of American sports. We also dive into COVID-19's impact on all sports and the human race moving forward, why the crypto markets moved in sync with the equity markets this...2020-03-1356 minBetting MattersCOVID-19 (and Rudy Gobert) Cancels Sports, Crypto, and Life as We Know ItHost and ZenSports Co-Founder & CEO, Mark Thomas, scrambles to find a guest for an emergency podcast to discuss the cancelling of American sports. Jess Udy to the rescue!Jess lives in Utah and is a Jazz fan, and we discuss what it was like for him to find out that his hometown star, Rudy Gobert, was the catalyst for shutting down the NBA and the rest of American sports. We also dive into COVID-19's impact on all sports and the human race moving forward, why the crypto markets moved in sync with the equity markets this...2020-03-1356 min
Betting MattersCryptocurrencies and blockchain explained, how they tie into sports betting, and ZenSports' role in the intersection of both.ZenSports investor and customer, Jess Udy, joins ZenSports Co-Founder & CEO, Mark Thomas, to kick off the very first episode of the Ball and Chain podcast. Mark and Jess share war stories of past cryptocurrency trading adventures, a deep dive into what the heck cryptocurrencies and blockchain even are, and what both mean for sports betting and ZenSports.2020-03-021h 04Betting MattersCryptocurrencies and blockchain explained, how they tie into sports betting, and ZenSports' role in the intersection of both.ZenSports investor and customer, Jess Udy, joins ZenSports Co-Founder & CEO, Mark Thomas, to kick off the very first episode of the Ball and Chain podcast. Mark and Jess share war stories of past cryptocurrency trading adventures, a deep dive into what the heck cryptocurrencies and blockchain even are, and what both mean for sports betting and ZenSports.2020-03-021h 04
Forward Thinking Founders055 - Mark Thomas (Zensports) On Sports Betting W/ CryptocurrencyIn this episode with Mark Thomas, CEO of Zensports, we talk about:What is Zensports?How do people bet on sports today?How could I use Zensports to bet with someone else?How do you use cryptocurrency within Zensports?Why did you decide to use cryptocurrency vs. the US Dollar?Is your currency a utility that can be used outside of just speculation?How do you plan to get your token to reach critical mass?Were you an early adopter to cryptocurrency?What do you spend time thinking about when you're not working on Zensports?If humans could...2019-11-2734 min
#PAYMark Thomas, Co-Founder & CEO, ZenSports | Peer-to-Peer Mobile Sports BettingIn this episode of the #PAY Podcast Bruce Burke speaks with Mark Thomas, Co-Founder & CEO, ZenSports. Mark is a serial entrepreneur with experience founding tech startups and other businesses.
Most recently, he was the Co-Founder & CEO of Reesio, a VC-backed startup within real estate technology that was acquired by Realtor.com in 2015.
Mark does everything for ZenSports except coding, including Product Management, User Experience Design, Marketing, PR, Sales, Recruiting, HR, Finance, and Accounting.
ZenSports is a mobile peer-to-peer sports betting marketplace where anyone can create and accept sports bets with anyone else in...2019-08-2847 min
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