Norman Chad is “Gambling Mad.” One part Jim Cramer from “Mad Money” and one part Howard Beale from “Network,” Chad maniacally and masterfully surveys gambling, sports and America, and personal crises.
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Can Los Angeles really pull off a car-free Olympics in 2028? And what’s the deal with China’s eyebrow-raising medal haul? Tune in to this lively episode of Gambling Mad with Norman Chad, where we dissect the biggest stories from the Summer Olympics in Paris and cast a skeptical eye on China’s medal count. We also share our sharp critiques on Jim Ha…
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Why has baby naming become a battlefield for pretentiousness? Join me, Norman Chad, as I bemoan the loss of simple names like David and Mary, only to be replaced by Liam, Olivia, and Archer. We’ll take a nostalgic stroll down memory lane, reminisce about more straightforward times, and then pivot to a heated critique of a much larger issue—the poli…
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Can Team USA Basketball survive the rising tide of global talent? This episode of Gambling Mad with Norman Chad uncovers the shocking near-defeat of Team USA by South Sudan, despite having superstars like LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Kevin Durant on the roster. We dissect what this nail-biting game could mean for the future of American basketball…
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Ever wondered how international stars are reshaping the NBA landscape? Join us as we shine a spotlight on global sensations like Joel Embiid, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. We'll also dive into the rising influence of French talent with back-to-back number one draft picks Victor Wembanyama and Zachary…
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Is our reliance on digital payments leading us down a dangerous path? In this episode, we make a bold case for keeping cash alive in our increasingly cashless society, arguing that the tactile, immediate nature of cash transactions offers a simplicity and honesty that digital payments cannot. From lamenting the sky-high costs of visits to Disneylan…
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Can Aaron Rodgers really tackle the world of politics as adeptly as he throws a football? Join us in this hilarious take on Rodgers' potential vice-presidential run alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as we question his political prowess and compare it to his on-field skills. We'll also discuss the precarious nature of NBA coaching jobs and why even t…
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What a sigh of relief for those of us who aren't New York Knicks superfans! We need to give a big shout-out to the Indiana Pacers for giving us all a break from the relentless media frenzy. This episode, we're not just talking sports; we're diving into the fanfare that sometimes feels like it's more about the hype than the game – think Stephen A. S…
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WSOP first ever 10K Big O Boardroom Vegas wrap-up Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced by Rick Barrio Dill and Bri Coorey. Additional graphics and writing assistance by Dan Telfer. Socials and Marketing Nick Wolferman. Engineering …
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We are checking in with our guys from The Boardroom Beverly Hills as they compete in the 10k Big 0 from Las Vegas. Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced by Rick Barrio Dill and Bri Coorey. Additional graphics and writing assistance …
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Oh SH$t!!!!! Norm, Gambling Mad crew and our boys from The BoardRoom are all BACK in Las Vegas for this year's World Series of Poker!!! As a warm-up, several of our guys take on the smaller $1500 Omaha tournament where there are multiple by-ins. And thats not a good thing. How did they do? Are they ready for the FIRST EVER $10,000 PLO WSOP EVENT? F…
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Have you ever been caught in the wild dance of indecision at a four-way stop? I sure have, and I'm sharing my close encounters with the stop-sign showdowns that test our patience and sometimes sanity. But the thrill doesn't stop there; we're rolling the dice on a conversation about the gambling frenzy taking over our nation, led curiously by millen…
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Norman Chad unlocks the secrets of America's relationship recession. Prepare to have your views on love, sports betting, and socialization challenged! We also crack open the WNBA's growth, a prediction for the UFC that might just disrupt your fight night plans, and a special nod to MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and his navigation of the sports betti…
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Norman Chad tells Rudy Gobert to put the playoffs before parenthood. Plus Dave & Buster's wants you to gamble more, enough with the New England Patriots and is the state of Maryland really Mount Rushmore-worthy. Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sh…
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Ever wonder what a high-stakes private home game looks like? This is it. Real Poker. Real money. Real people. INTRODUCING: The BoardRoom - Beverly Hills. https://youtu.be/ZeOv2mOc-7I They win, they lose, they even go broke. And they come back again. Join Amir and Jacob as they host a cast of dignitaries and degens to the BoardRoom. Jacob: "Amir is …
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Norman Chad wants all NFL draft talk to cease ASAP, plus Ukrainian soldiers are gambling online at war time, Neymar is playing poker online during birthday parties and nude bowling is a thing. Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced b…
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Norman Chad isn't handing out any more welfare checks to billionaires. Plus we discuss the Mount Rushmore of oceans, the miracle of rat broth, the history of fast food in America and why the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight is a crock. Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barr…
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