Gamble Up!

Gamble Up!
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Gamble Up! is your go-to podcast for everything Poker and NFL/Sports Betting. Poker legends David “ODB” Baker (4 WSOP Bracelets, 2020 NFL SuperContest Winner) and Adam Schwartz—together with decades of experience—share fun strategy talks, sharp NFL betting tips, insider news, and wild stories from the felt, and the book. Whether you’re a seasoned degen or just love the excitement, tune in weekly for fresh insights, bold takes, and that winning energy. Join the action and level up with Gamble Up! #poker #sportsbetting

  1. 5h ago

    Week 2 NFL Picks You Can’t Miss | Survivor Strategy & Best Bets | Gamble Up! Ep. #22

    Gamble Up Episode 22 breaks down 'ODB' David Baker’s Survivor strategy, including ownership projections, leverage, future value, contest selection, and the differences between Circa Survivor and Splash Survivor. Adam Schwartz, Ross, and David also recap the biggest Week 1 NFL takeaways, debate contest ethics and syndicates, evaluate Circa Millions, reveal their Super Bowl predictions, and make their Week 2 picks. 00:00 – Gamble Up Returns: Football Season Is Back 02:06 – David Baker on NFL Obsession, Content, and Social Media Chaos 06:12 – How David Builds Survivor Entries Without AI 08:19 – Why Jacksonville Was the Safer Survivor Play 10:21 – Survivor Strategy: Take Stands, Don’t Copy the Field 12:45 – Jacksonville at 50% vs. Chargers at 15% Ownership 13:15 – The Future Value Edge: Saving Teams for Later 14:10 – Why the Jets Entry Became David’s Most Valuable 15:06 – How to Protect a High-Value Survivor Entry 16:37 – Circa Survivor vs. Splash Survivor: The Key Differences 18:29 – Holiday Weeks, Double Picks, and Preserving Flexibility 22:30 – How Ownership Projections Create a Major Edge 23:54 – Why Contest Size Changes Field Behavior 26:52 – Survivor Ethics: Entry Caps, Teams, and Syndicates 29:50 – The Gray Areas Every Survivor Contest Is Still Solving 34:34 – Why Circa Millions Stayed Flat Despite Survivor’s Growth 37:50 – The Week 1 Millions Portfolio: Big Wins and Brutal Misses 41:31 – Why David Passed on the $100K Grandissimo 42:56 – Seahawks vs. Patriots: Seattle’s Defense Makes a Statement 46:46 – 49ers vs. Rams in Australia: Genius Strategy or Weird Travel? 52:43 – Steelers vs. Falcons: Don’t Overreact to One Game 53:58 – Ravens Roll, Bears Explode, and Two NFC Contenders Emerge 55:06 – Why David Is Still All-In on the Bears 58:18 – The Packers’ Three Structural Problems 59:37 – Jaguars Cruise While the Bengals Keep Rolling 60:27 – Jets Impress as Tennessee Becomes a Prime Fade 61:38 – Lions-Saints Overtime: The Case for Going for Two 64:32 – Bills vs. Texans: Two Teams Still Built to Contend 66:59 – Eagles Need More Proof After Beating Washington 68:25 – Giants Shock Dallas: Was It Preparation or a Real Problem? 70:08 – Broncos-Chiefs Fallout: Sean Payton Needs to Pick a Lane 75:32 – Super Bowl Predictions: Rams, Steelers, Bears, Ravens, and Broncos 78:18 – Where the Super Bowl Betting Value Could Be Later 80:23 – The Weekly Picks Contest Begins 81:35 – David Baker’s Three Week 2 Picks 84:41 – Survivor Loser Picks and the Final Debate

  2. Aug 12

    From Pro Hockey to High Stakes: Greg Mueller’s $3.75M WSOP Run | Gamble Up! Ep. 21

    Greg “FBT” Mueller joins Gamble Up! for Episode 21 to share stories from his journey through poker. From Vancouver’s early 90's poker scene to unforgettable WSOP final tables and a massive $3.75 million run. Greg discusses poker mindset, mentorship, friendship, pressure, key hands, coaching, and the lessons that have shaped his decades in the game. 00:00 Greg “FBT” Mueller: From Hockey Pro to Poker Legend 00:30 Pre-Show Banter, Poker Talk & the Gamble Up! Theme 01:02 Greg “FBT” Mueller Joins the Gamble Up! Podcast 02:35 From the WSOP Main Event to the Smithers Golf Tournament 03:41 Vancouver Poker’s Legendary Limit Game Era 08:25 From Pro Hockey to Poker, Golf & a Late-Blooming Career 10:37 David Baker, Poker Friendships & Early Main Event Memories 16:11 The Toughest Matchup: Playing Heads-Up Against Friends 19:28 Why the WSOP Main Event Final Table Feels Bigger Than a Bracelet 27:42 Bucky’s Tough Love & the Power of a Great Poker Rail 32:50 Recommitting to Tournament Poker & Making a Main Event Run 39:19 Scotty “Tickets” Stories & Legendary WSOP Rail Energy 45:10 Key Hands That Built Confidence During the Main Event 50:11 The Final Table Exit Hand: Playing for $3.75 Million 56:50 ICM Pressure, Massive Pay Jumps & Final Table Survival 1:02:35 Breaking Down the Heads-Up Hand That Decided Millions 1:09:55 Final Table Coaching & Preparing for Elite Competition 1:13:22 Final Table Now or a Longer Break? The Tough Decision 1:15:05 How a $3.75M Score Changes Your Life 1:17:59 Closing Thoughts, Poker Friendship & Another Deep Run

  3. Jul 23

    WSOP 2026 Recap: Results, Fantasy Leagues & Bracelet Battles | Gamble Up! Ep. 20

    We're BACK with new Gamble Up! - ODB, Adam, and Ross recap the biggest moments from WSOP 2026, diving into standout results, key hands, tournament strategy, and the stories shaping this year’s World Series of Poker. They also break down the $25K WSOP Fantasy discussion, player results sharing, bracelet races, early registration strategy, and what the biggest trends from the summer say about the future of poker. From huge-field adjustments to fantasy league angles, bracelet chases, and rising international talent, this episode is packed with WSOP analysis, poker news, and pro-level takeaways for players and fans. Subscribe for more WSOP recap coverage, poker strategy, fantasy discussion, and Gamble Up! episodes. • 00:00 Introduction and ODB Results Tease • 01:20 World Series of Poker 2026 :RECAP • 04:38 Strategies for large-field fantasy tournaments • 09:15 Playing poker against WSOP Competition • 13:57 Notable Bracelet WINS and Achievements • 20:07 Who will be the first to 20 bracelets? • 24:38 The Foxens’ summer success and top stories of the year. • 32:46 WSOP Fantasy Insights • 34:55 Future plans and community involvement.

  4. Feb 3

    Poker Pros React to NFL Hall of Fame Drama + Super Bowl Betting Breakdown | Gamble Up! Pod Ep. #19

    SUPER BOWL PICKS & PROPS! 00:00 Introduction and PGT Update 04:56 Bubble Dynamics in Poker Tournaments 09:37 Mixed Games vs. No Limit Poker 14:40 Hall of Fame Politics in Sports 19:43 Conference Championship Games Analysis 29:33 The Complexity of Game Outcomes 31:54 Coaching Decisions and Game Dynamics 34:11 Weather's Impact on Game Performance 36:37 Betting Strategies and Game Predictions 39:38 Analyzing the Seahawks vs. Rams Matchup 48:36 Super Bowl Predictions and Prop Bets 54:25 Celebrity Fans and Their Allegiances 57:38 Game Predictions and Prop Bets 01:00:17 Analyzing Player Performances and Strategies 01:05:29 Poker Insights and Preparation Techniques 01:09:15 NFL Awards and Cultural Commentary In this week’s episode, hosts Adam Schwartz and David “ODB” Baker break down the latest headlines in both poker and the NFL — including updates from the PokerGO Tour (PGT), key tournament strategies, and the biggest stories shaking up the NFL Hall of Fame voting controversy. The guys go deep on the AFC and NFC Championship games, preview the Super Bowl matchup, and tackle listener questions about poker theory, bankroll management, and sharp betting angles heading into the big game. 🎯 Whether you’re grinding poker tournaments or eyeing those Super Bowl prop bets, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and inside knowledge only seasoned pros can deliver. 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes on poker, sports betting, and behind-the-scenes stories from the world of high-stakes action. #GambleUp #PokerPodcast #NFLBetting #SuperBowl #PGT #SportsBetting #PokerStrategy #DavidBaker #AdamSchwartz

  5. Jan 22

    "My LIFE Is Betting" Why ODB Is Still Riding with the Broncos - Gamble Up! Pod Ep. #18

    On this week’s episode of Gamble Up!, Adam and David 'ODB' Baker break down the latest NFL action and an in-depth look at Broncos vs. Bills, analyzing the media reaction, Bo Nix injury and Josh Allen. We dive into controversial coaching decisions, and how Bo Nix’s injury could impact the Broncos’ Super Bowl Odds. The discussion heats up with expert betting strategies, game predictions, and Listener Q&A—including insider takes on the World Series of Poker, player taxes, and how new gambling laws affect bettors. If you’re into NFL analysis, sports betting insights, and poker talk, this episode is packed with value.00:00 – Intro & Episode Overview01:51 – Broncos vs. Bills Game Highlights09:01 – Bo Nix vs. Josh Allen: QB Showdown14:52 – Refereeing Controversies and Game-Changing Calls20:37 – Coaching Shake-Up: Sean McDermott Fired23:38 – Bo Nix’s Injury: What It Means for the Broncos26:01 – The Legacy of Bo Nix27:35 – Seahawks Dominate the 49ers29:34 – Sam Darnold’s Redemption Story31:28 – CJ Stroud’s Midseason Struggles34:23 – Drake Maye’s Hidden Potential36:38 – Caleb Williams: The NFL’s Next Big Star42:44 – Winning Betting Strategies & Game Predictions57:50 – Smart Hedging Tips for Bettors01:00:37 – New College Football Programs on the Rise01:03:27 – Coaching Changes & Team Impact Breakdown01:06:35 – Ranking the Best NFL Coaching Opportunities01:08:31 – Listener Question: BBB Tax Law & Gambling01:12:41 – Can a Defensive Player Win MVP?01:15:45 – Rams Betting Insights & Strategy Analysis01:19:14 – Game Strategy & Coaching Decisions Recap

  6. Jan 16

    NFL Playoffs Are WIDE OPEN: No Super Teams! Plus: High-Stakes Poker Talk – Gamble Up! Ep. #17

    On Episode 17 of Gamble Up Pod: 00:00 Intro - We're Back! 02:13 Battling In The Poker Go Tour 09:04 Strategies in Fast Structures 14:29 Selling Shares on PokerStake 24:26 Event Highlights and Key Decisions 28:29 Looking Ahead: Future Plans in Poker 33:36 Transition to NFL Discussion 36:59 Survivor Contest Insights 43:33 Circa Survivor Contest Insights 55:29 NFL Playoff Analysis: Recent Games and Performances 59:21 Coaching Decisions and Game Strategies 01:09:16 Looking Ahead: Upcoming NFL Matchups and Predictions 01:20:02 Broncos Hopes and Predictions 01:20:58 49ers vs. Seahawks Analysis 01:24:25 Texans vs. Patriots Preview 01:26:45 Rams vs. Bears Discussion 01:28:11 Super Bowl Lines and Predictions 01:31:29 Coaching Changes in the NFL 01:36:35 Listener Questions and Insights 01:40:55 Power Rankings and Final Thoughts In Episode 17 of “Gamble Up,” hosts Adam Schwartz and ODB (@AuDavidB) break down the latest action in the poker world, including the exciting wrap-up of the PokerGO Tour Last Chance Series. ODB shares behind-the-scenes insights from competing in high-stakes events—covering tournament strategy, bankroll management, and the changing landscape of professional poker. The hosts dig into the business side of the game with a look at sponsorships, PokerStake, and how players navigate the modern poker economy. It’s a deep dive into poker’s evolution, with plenty of humor, sharp takes, and practical advice for grinders and fans alike. The conversation then shifts gears to the NFL playoff picture and the remarkable story of the Circa Survivor Contest, where five entries went a perfect 20–0 out of 18,000. Adam and ODB analyze what this means for future contests, touching on syndicate strategies, variance, and the mental grind of long-term betting. They also break down recent playoff matchups—like Packers vs. Bears and Bills vs. Jaguars—discussing quarterback performances, coaching calls, and key injuries shaping the postseason. Whether you’re here for poker insights or NFL betting talk, this episode delivers engaging discussion, expert analysis, and the trademark banter that makes Gamble Up a must-listen podcast for poker and sports betting fans.

  7. 12/12/2025

    The Dog Debate That’s Dividing the Poker Community! - Gamble Up! Pod Ep. #16

    Poker Room Drama + NFL Futures Talk! | Week 15 NFL Picks00:00 – Poker Room Chaos: The Dog Debate That’s Dividing Players! 🐶🔥15:31 – Inside High‑Stakes Poker: How the Game Is Changing Fast27:32 – Poker’s Future: Are Tournament Series Evolving or Declining?37:13 – The Secret Weapon Every Successful Player Uses — Consistency37:52 – Broncos vs Raiders Breakdown: Who Really Has the Edge? 🏈40:11 – Ref Drama! How Bad Calls Are Rocking NFL Bets43:22 – Week 14 Wagering Recap: Lessons, Losses & Big Wins 💰45:41 – Survivor Pools Explained: Game Theory Meets Grit53:35 – AFC Power Rankings & Playoff Chaos Incoming!01:00:51 – Can the Ravens Go All the Way? Super Bowl Odds Breakdown01:07:37 – Super Bowl Futures Deep Dive: Which Teams Still Have Hope?In this episode, Adam, David Baker, and Ross dive into one of the most talked‑about topics in the poker world — dogs in poker rooms. From service animals to comfort pets, the hosts share their honest takes on how this growing trend is affecting players, table dynamics, and the poker community as a whole. They also break down the latest high‑stakes poker action, discuss NFL betting controversies, and analyze Super Bowl futures for the league’s top contenders. It’s a mix of poker insights, football talk, and real‑world opinions that blend humor, logic, and experience from years inside the game.

  8. 12/04/2025

    ODB Calls Out Matusow + Survivor DISASTER & Poker Series Wars - Gamble Up! Ep. #15

    This week on an NFL/Poker Packed Gamble Up! - 00:00:00 – Intro: Poker Season Kickoff with Wynn vs WSOP Bahamas - 00:09:00 – ODB Critiques High-Roller Bracelet Inflation and Event Pricing - 00:18:00 – Analysis of a $2M Hustler Casino Live Hand: Cabral's Jack-6 Call - 00:27:00 – Transition to NFL: ODB’s 6-0 ‘Man on Fire’ Betting Week - 00:36:00 – Betting Strategies: Tiering Bets, Line Moves, and Peer-to-Peer Insights - 00:45:00 – Survivor Week 13 Bloodbath: From 900 to 49 Entries Remaining - 00:54:00 – Circa Million Update and Lessons on Expected Value in Survivor Strategy - 01:01:00 – Week 14 PICKS, Ross' Tweet Of The Week Adam, ODB, and Ross dive into a packed episode 15 of Gamble Up, breaking down the WSOP Paradise vs. Wynn winter series debate, high-roller bracelet inflation, and a wild $2M Hustler Casino Live hand featuring Alan Keating and Martin Cabral. They then shift to NFL betting, including ODB’s 6–0 “games I love” week, how he tiers his bets, reads line moves, and navigates Survivor and Circa Million carnage for sharper bankroll strategy.

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Gamble Up! is your go-to podcast for everything Poker and NFL/Sports Betting. Poker legends David “ODB” Baker (4 WSOP Bracelets, 2020 NFL SuperContest Winner) and Adam Schwartz—together with decades of experience—share fun strategy talks, sharp NFL betting tips, insider news, and wild stories from the felt, and the book. Whether you’re a seasoned degen or just love the excitement, tune in weekly for fresh insights, bold takes, and that winning energy. Join the action and level up with Gamble Up! #poker #sportsbetting

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  • Creator
    Gamble Up!
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
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