Behind The Lines - Presented by inplayLIVE
Welcome to the inplayLIVE Podcast!! In this season of the podcast, tune in each week to Behind The Lines! In this podcast, we won't be giving out picks, predictions, or what parlays we're making (spoiler alert: parlays are a surefire way to lose money). We're not going to tell you the latest scores and stats, but we're here to blow the lid off the tricks and tactics that sportsbooks use to keep bettors in the dark and at a disadvantage. You'll get an inside look at their sneaky strategies and find out how to dodge their traps and pitfalls. Join inplayLIVE CEO Andrew Pace and host Shane Mercer each week to dive deep into all things sports betting, and how to beat the books!
Episodes
173 episodes
Did This 2009 Case KILL The Big Beautiful Bill? With Gary Kondler - Episode 138
This week, Shane, Pace, and John dive deep with CPA Gary Kondler on how a landmark tax court ruling could be the ultimate solution for bettors facing the 90% loss deduction limit, exposing loopholes and strategies to fight back. Plus - grind th...
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1:03:07
How Long To Turn $1 Into A MILLION? With Kurt Ballard (Volume Bets)
This week, Pace and Shane chat with Kurt Ballard, aka Volume Bets and take a deep dive into Kurt's $1 to 1 Million Dollar challenge - what inspired it, his lessons learned along the way, why he does what he does and much more - plus later on, l...
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1:14:09
Did the MAFIA rig an NBA game? - Episode 136
This week, Shane and Pace unpack the FBI's explosive probe into rigged poker rings and insider betting scandals, where NBA stars like Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier face charges tied to crime families stealing $7M+ from victims. Plus, a $1.8...
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1:19:42
A Sportsbook STOLE $90,000 From Me. Here's What I did. - Episode 135
This week, Pace and Shane take a deep dive into a dark side of the sports betting industry - what happens when a book steals your money? Plus later on, find out if Shane is firing Pace for his teasers, and grind the week ahead with NCAAF and NF...
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Will the Big Beautiful Bill BANKRUPT Bettors? With Adam Robinson - Episode 134
This week Adam Robinson from America's Bettors' Voice sits down with Pace and Shane to discuss exactly that - and, spoiler alert - it's not looking good. From a mass exodus out of regulated books, to huge losses in tax revenue at the state leve...
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1:21:54
Can BREATHWORK make you a sharp? With Elliot Roe and Samm Hunter - Episode 133
This week, Pace and Shane dive deep into the world of mindset to answer that question, bringing Elliot Roe and Samm Hunter along for the ride - Elliot and Samm share their expertise on overcoming mental barriers, the importance of routine, and ...
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Is there Value on UFC 320? With Andrew Gombas - Episode 132
This week, Shane talks to UFC originator and sports betting pro Andrew Gombas for a deep dive into his story and how he profits on the UFC - from his unique approach to fight analysis to the strategies that set him apart in the betting world! P...
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Ever Been STIFFED By a Book? Here's What To Do! - Episode 131
This week, Shane and Pace dig deep into Maintenance Monday at inplayLIVE; what it takes to find good books and much more - from finding out which books won't pay - and what to do when they don't - to the most reputable ones. Plus later on, look...
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1:05:07
Did This Sportsbook BETRAY Us? Episode 130
This week, Shane and Pace dive deep to expose a story of ghosting, betrayal and intrigue - all from a previously very well reputed book - who it is might just surprise you. Plus later on - a look ahead to NCAAF, NFL and CFL with Gosu!
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Are Your Unders COOKED? Why Worthy's Injury Matters - Episode 129
Find out why this week as Pace, Shane and John dive deep into week one of the NFL! From event contract controversies, to how to beat the books with SX, the CFL, NCAAF and more - find out if your props are done in this episode!
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1:05:11
Want to CRUSH the books this NFL Season? Do this (with Anthony Algmin) - Episode 128
Why fade the public in NFL? This week, Shane, Pace and John join Anthony Algmin of 8rain Station - who shares his data-driven secrets to outsmart the market, leveraging insights from machine learning and more. Plus later on - Shane's favourite ...
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1:27:28
Can You Profit On College Football? Episode 127
This week, Shane, Pace and Gosu dive deep to answer that question! How did the IPL team hit a 56% win rate and 13.5% ROI on 1,252 college football bets last season? Pace shares a heart-stopping $45,000 near-miss bet and secrets to crushing earl...
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1:20:39
Was This BetBash Moment Historic? Episode 126
If you're Shane, the answer is yes! Shane, Pace and Gosu relive the epic pool party and networking that made BetBash unforgettable, joined later on by Steve Grantz of DeGenClub sharing insider tips. Plus later on - sharp CFL picks to crush the ...
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1:08:23
Why Are BetBash Attendees Betting on CFL? - Episode 125
This week, Shane, Pace, Gosu and the whole gang dive deep into BetBash and answer why - from BetBash contest winners to Kay's appearance, SX Bet and more, this week is live from Las Vegas!
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You'll Never Find THIS Feature on Your Sportsbook! - Episode 124
What don’t sportsbooks want you to see? Pace reveals SX Bet’s game-changing transparency, exposing your wins and losses like never before. Plus, Ohio’s prop bet ban drama, a blockbuster NFL deal, and CFL picks to crush it with Gosu later on!
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Could Butter Be the Solution to Shady Books? - Episode 123
This week, Pace, Shane and Gosu try to answer that question, by unveiling inplaylive.com/butter - a comprehensive list of both approved and shady books, designed to help you navigate the ever-changing betting landscape. Plus! Kalshi's lawsuit d...
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Can BetBash Make You A Sharp? w/ Spanky - Episode 122
This week, the legend himself Spanky joins Pace, Shane and John andreveals how networking and seminars on live betting, taxes, and more can transform your game and take your betting to the next level, with BetBash! Plus the usual grinding with ...
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Did Zelensky Wear A Suit? - Episode 121
Turns out that if you're a whale, you can actually determine whether or not he did! This week, Pace and Shane dissect the latest news shocking the betting world; whether or not Zelensky wore a suit, and the drama ensuing from Polymarket's shock...
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1:10:20
Did Trump’s Bill Just End Pro Betting? - Episode 120
If you pay taxes in the US, this might be true - with Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" and the taxes proposed for losses on betting. This week, Shane, Pace, and John unpack the new tax law taxing money you never made, killing edges for sharp bettor...
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1:10:54
From MS to MVP: Nick's Unexpected Win at the inplayLIVE Retreat - Episode 119
This week, Pace and Shane recap the 5th Annual inplayLIVE Retreat, where one bettor in particular stole the show. Shane and Pace relive epic moments: Nick’s MVP triumph over MS, softball comebacks, and SX betting wins. Plus, WNBA’s big expansio...
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Can Sportsbooks Rewrite Your Laws? Episode 118
This week, Shane, Pace and Gosu check in to see if that's in fact true - looking at DraftKings' forming a political action committee to try to change the laws on the books - will they benefit the books or the player? Plus later on, check in on ...
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Can Live Betting Save Your Accounts? With Chris Dierkes - Episode 117
If you bet pregame, that just might be true! This week, Shane and Pace chat with Chris Dierkes, aka Flupnolide to dive into why that might be. They discuss how the shift from pregame to live betting dodges the punishing closing line value limit...
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1:01:22
Is Gambling Twitter Worth Your Time? Episode 116
The answer is almost certainly.... no. This week, Pace, Shane and John dive deep into the NHL playoffs, looking backward at the Oilers' crushing defeat in game 3, the insanity of Tyrese Haliburton and look forward to some picks in the CFL. Plus...
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Will These New Taxes Hurt Your Betting Edge? - Episode 115
If you live in Illinois, that just might be the case, unfortunately! This week, Shane, Pace and John dissect the most recent happenings in the ever-changing landscape of sports betting - why DraftKings' stock tumbled, sports betting legalized i...
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1:05:07
Is Elf A Fighter? Why His Vegas Bout Never Happened.... Episode 114
Is Elf a fighter or just a sharp bettor? This week, join Shane and Pace as Elf spills the tea on his Vegas fight that never happened—why did he fly out to face a betting influencer, only to be left hanging? From Twitter Spaces chaos to live bet...
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