Live game shows are the most exciting new genre of casino game, bar none. With hosts, augmented reality, next level graphics and inventive bonus rounds, this offshoot of live dealer games has a lot to offer. 

This week, Dan looks at how live game shows came about, which games are hot right now, and what new game, due for release mid-July, could just be the best yet. 

Play live game shows online: https://www.playojo.com/live-casino/

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Crash games are new phenomenon in the mainstream online casino world but they're certainly not new to bitcoin and blockchain fans, who've been playing them for 10 years.

This week, Dan explores how this unusual casino game format works and picks out some of the best new crash games to try.

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Texas Hold'em was the world's most popular poker game during the online poker boom. Now Casino Hold'em is having its heyday. In this show, Dan looks at how the game works, why it's different to Texas Hold'em, and reveals his rule of thumb when it comes to deciding whether to call or fold.

How to play Casino Hold'em: https://www.playojo.com/blog/casino-games/how-to-play-casino-holdem/
Play Casino Hold'em online at PlayOJO: https://www.playojo.com/live-casino/

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This week Dan went to ICE London 2024, the gaming industry's most important event of the year, to find out what new games and features PlayOJO's players could be tring out later this year.

He picks out 3 categories of casino game, all imported from outside the traditional online casino world, that are either already making waves or which could be the next big thing.

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December was packed with game releases, but did any deserve more attention than a game that combines one of the GOAT slots and slick live game show action?

A few weeks after its official release, Dan takes a look at Rainbow Riches Live from Authentic Gaming and asks the big question...does it do the number #1 slot of all time justice?

Play Rainbow Riches Live at PlayOJO UK: https://www.playojo.com/
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As the end of 2023 approaches, Dan picks his winners for his Oscars of Online Gaming, the OJO Show Awards. As you'll hear, there was a ridiculously good crop of games to choose from this year, with some outstanding contenders for Slot of the Year, Live Casino Game of the Year and Provider of the Year. But the games and providers he chose might just surprise you!

Explore these games at PlayOJO.com.

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This week, Dan picks his favourite slots from the 2023 crop of Christmas casino games. No reskins here - this trio are entirely fresh cuts from some of the top providers, including one game with a name that's very close to his Parks & Rec-loving heart! 

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Dan Grant sifts through the mountain of new games content released in the past couple of months at PlayOJO and highlights 3 games that are doing it for UK players, but for very different reasons.

You can read more about these games and check out some screenshots at the PlayOJO Blog.

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Playtech have just released the official Breaking Bad online slot and from 9th November to 14th December, UK players can play it exclusively at PlayOJO.com.

In this super short show, Dan Grant gives his early take on arguably the most significant TV slot in years. Will it get the kind of cult following that the TV show got? Tune in to find out, or play the game yourself from 10p per spin at https://www.playojo.com/.

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Online slots are part science, part art - and no one explains that better than our guest on this week's show, Evgeny Vittman, Art Director at game studio Peter & Sons.

He's a brilliant character with an infectious passion for design and animation, and among other things, he reveals how every slot starts with a designer with "a screw in the butt"! If you want to know more about the origins of slots, and the best slots he's ever made, tune in, sit back and enjoy!

If you want to watch the video and see his games, head to the PlayOJO YouTube channel! And if you want to play the games he talks about, head to www.playojo.com. 

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Most advice on how to win at online slots isn’t worth a cent. But in this show, Dan Grant reveals the only advice that can truly help you become a better slots player and maximise your returns in the long run.  

From picking the best slots to the optimal bet sizes and most generous casinos, learn the 6 tips that will keep you safe, entertained and rewarded while you spin your way to your next win.  

What’s in this episode:  

• Picking the best value games 
• Using slot volatility to win more often 
• Using bet sizing to your advantage 
• Making bonuses and rewards count 

Useful links 

More slots tips: https://www.playojo.com/blog/slot-machine/how-to-win/  

Complete slots guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/slot-machine/  

Play online slots for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/slots/  

The letters RTP are super common in the world of online slots, and used by many players to decide if a new slot is worth playing. But what is an RTP? 

In this show, Dan looks at one of the most popular but confusing terms in online gambling, and explains how it relates to the way the slots pay out prizes.  

Discover how many spins of a slot it really takes for a slot’s winnings to match its RTP, and what other factors could be way more vital in deciding what games are suitable for you.  

What’s in this episode:  

• What does RTP stand for? 
• How RTPs really work 
• How RTPs compare between slots and casino games 
• What’s more important than RTP? 

Useful links 

About slots RTPs: https://www.playojo.com/blog/slot-machine/slots-rtp/  

Complete slots guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/slot-machine/  

Play online slots for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/slots/  

Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

Slots might just be the easiest casino games to play, yet with complex maths and innovative new features, they are probably the most complicated games to make. Just read any slot rules and you’ll see for yourself.  

In our first slots cast, we explain how they work and show you how to master the world’s most popular game category that’s being reinvented ever year. Learn how to  

With an almost infinite combination of themes, symbols, features and payouts, the sheer choice of online slots could leave you reeling. In this ideal introduction to online slots for new players, we’ll show you how to choose slots to maximise your enjoyment, and improve your odds in your battle against the house.  

What’s in this episode:  

• What is a slot machine? 
• How does it work 
• Slot features explained 
• How to pick the right slot for you 
• Can you improve your odds of winning? 
• The safest way to play slots 

Useful links 

The beginner’s guide to playing slots: https://www.playojo.com/blog/slot-machine/how-to-play/  

Ultimate Slots Guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/slot-machine/  

Play online slots for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/slots/  

Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

Blackjack side bets are more popular than ever, but why bother playing them if you’re already playing Blackjack itself. Won’t it just get in the way? And what have they got that Blackjack itself hasn’t?  

Is this episode, host Dan Grant checks out all of the most common side bets and asking the question: Why? What’s in it for players? Learn the different ways side bets can work at the table, and whether the huge odds make up for the bigger house edge.  

What’s in this episode:  

• What are Blackjack side bets? 
• What are the pros and cons? 
• An A to Z of the world’s favourite side bets 
• A controversial final side bet for our list  

Useful links 

Blackjack tips & strategy: https://www.playojo.com/blog/blackjack/  

Play Blackjack for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/blackjack/

Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

Roulette systems are almost famous as the game itself, but can you make easy money, or are they just a scam?  

In this show, we check out 3 of the world’s most famous roulette systems to see how they work, if you can ever actually win and why we fall for systems when we know deep down they can’t beat the game.  

What’s in this episode:  

• Why we love roulette systems 
• Positive and negative systems 
• Martingale & 2 other famous roulette systems 
• My advice on which to choose 
• What casinos really think about them 

 Useful links 

More on roulette systems: https://www.playojo.com/blog/roulette/best-roulette-strategy/  

Roulette Guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/roulette/  

Play Roulette for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/roulette/  

 Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

How can you improve your chances of winning at roulette? That’s the $64 million question Dan tackles on this episode of the OJO Show. You won’t learn how to beat the game, but you will hear priceless advice on reducing losses when the wheel is cold, and boosting your wins when results go your way.  

Our man at the wheel gives a rundown of his tips to help you play winning roulette, from the moment you decide to play, to an exit strategy that’ll help you walk away with some of the casino’s money.    

What’s in this episode:  

• Getting the best deal 
• Betting strategies 
• Game and bankroll management 
• Exit strategies 
• Staying zen at the table  

Useful links 

More winning roulette tips: https://www.playojo.com/blog/roulette/how-to-win/ 

Read more articles from our Roulette Guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/roulette/ 

Play Roulette for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/roulette/

Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

Every new roulette player will experience a fast learning curve when they visit a casino for the first time. There’s a minefield of unwritten rules around playing table games and you’re guaranteed to break most of them.  

Some will earn you a friendly word of advice from the staff, and some will buy you a one way ticket to the street outside. Fortunately, Dan has breached every piece of roulette etiquette there is, and is still here to tell the tale. In this show, he reveals how to unsaid rules that make your first stay at the table a little smoother.  

Here’s some of what’s in this episode:  

• How to deal with cash and chips 
• When not to bet 
• When to tip 
• Chip stackology 
• Surefire ways to annoy your tablemates  

Useful links 

More on roulette etiquette: https://www.playojo.com/blog/roulette/roulette-etiquette/  

Read more articles from our Roulette Guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/roulette/  

Play Roulette for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/roulette/ 

Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

There’s a lot of nonsense said about casino games, but when it comes to myths, roulette takes the cake.  

Maybe it’s the whirring of the wheel. Maybe it’s the dazzling croupiers. Whatever it is, roulette players have been making bizarre claims about superhuman croupiers or their own ability to read the numbers and beat the wheel for decades.  

In this show, Dan looks into some of the world’s most famous roulette myths, to see if the claims are brainy or just bull. or just bull. 

Here’s what’s in this episode:  

• What roulette myths are and why they exist 
• 7 popular myths including: 
• Is roulette rigged? 
• Do some croupiers have superpowers? 
• Are some numbers really hot or cold? 
• Is there such thing as a profitable roulette system? 

Useful links 

More on roulette myths: https://www.playojo.com/blog/roulette/roulette-myths/  

Read more articles from our Roulette Guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/roulette/  

Play Roulette for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/roulette/ 

Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

What do you need to play roulette like a pro? Crystal ball aside, it helps to know how the game works, the complete menu of available bets and how to place your bets.   

We kick off our series of roulette podcasts with the ultimate induction course to the world’s most famous casino game.  

If you’ve only played a few spins or you’re off to your local casino and want to swot up on your roulette skills so you don’t look like a noob, this podcast will give you the know-how to play roulette online or offline, in any country across the globe.  

From basic rules to the underlying maths behind this iconic random numbers game, you’ll learn everything you need to spot the smartest bets, walk the walk and talk the talk.   

What’s in this episode:  

• Basic rules of roulette 
• Wheels, numbers and tables 
• Inside and outside bets 
• Getting chips, betting & cashing out 
• If roulette strategies really work 
• Odds, probabilities and the house edge 

Useful links 

How to play Roulette: https://www.playojo.com/blog/roulette/how-to-play/ 

Read more articles from our Roulette Guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/roulette/  

Play Roulette for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/roulette/  

 Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

Most Blackjack players think of the game as mostly a choice of Stick or Twist, but there are 2 options you’ll come across in every session you play that can give you a big advantage in your battle against the dealer. 

Doubling down and splitting aren’t just an opportunity to double your bet. With lots of applications and fascinating strategic implications, you should ignore the power of doubling and splitting at your peril! 

Using practical examples, host Dan Grant explains what doubling down and splitting are all about, and reveals the difference between good and bad strategy. 

What’s in this episode:

• What doubling down and splitting mean
• Why they’re essential components of Blackjack skill
• When to double down or split
• Common mistakes to avoid

This show is packed with unusual insights into 2 of Blackjack’s most important player actions, plus smart tips that you can use immediately to improve your mathematical chances of success. Enjoy!

Useful links

Learn to play Blackjack: https://www.playojo.com/blog/blackjack/ 

Play online at the Fair Casino: https://www.playojo.com/ 

Play blackjack for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/blackjack/

Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

There are many skills involved in playing Blackjack well, but the real game starts long before you’re dealt your hand. Choosing the perfect table for your bankroll, ability level and personality is an important piece of the puzzle but it’s one that few Blackjack players pay close attention to. 

In this episode, we explain:

• The different tables you might encounter,
• The rules to look out for, 
• How to compare Blackjack tables so you know which to choose. 

Host Dan Grant also shares his tips for choosing tables when you’re playing online and offline, and reveals why this part of your game is so critical when it comes to Blackjack on the internet. 

Tune in to this short but sweet show and you’ll also learn the difference between common game rules and how they affect the house edge, and why house edge is a big factor in what you win or lose in the long run. 

We also touch on the psychology behind Blackjack table choice and how less obvious table characteristics like time of day and the other players at the table can impact your success.

Useful links 

Learn more about choosing a Blackjack table: https://www.playojo.com/blog/blackjack/blackjack-table/ 
Read more articles from our Blackjack Guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/blackjack/ 
Play OJO's Online Casino: https://www.playojo.com/ 
Play blackjack for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/blackjack/ 

Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

If you’re ever wondered why some players do better than others at the Blackjack table, this episode is essential listening. In this show, Dan reveals the 11 most common Blackjack mistakes, the problems they cause and the easy ways to avoid making them.  

We’ll show you how to spot leaks in your own game and learn how to plug them instantly.From cardinal sins with hands like 16 to double-down strategy blunders and the secret to taking insurance, we highlight the big mistakes that cost you money in the long run.  

It’s not all about the decisions you make during each hand of Blackjack. You’ll also hear some classic gambling mistakes, useful insights into the role of luck and some handy tips on bankroll management, all of which you can put into practice the very next time you play any casino game.  

Useful links 

Learn more about Blackjack mistakes: https://www.playojo.com/blog/blackjack/blackjack-mistakes/  

Read more articles from our Blackjack Guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/blackjack/  

Play blackjack for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/blackjack/

Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

When it comes to playing Blackjack, Basic Strategy is our favourite subject and by far the most important topic that beginners and even intermediate players will ever learn.  

This episode is a great introduction for new players, but it can also be a good reminder to experienced players of why choosing the right move is so critical to your long-term results.  

Basic Strategy is an indispensable collection of the mathematically best decisions that cover any situation you encounter at the table. Got 17 against a dealer’s 9? Or Soft 13 against a 6? Basic Strategy has all the answers. 

What’s in this episode 

• We explain how basic strategy works, 
• The easiest way to learn these perfect plays,
• And what difference it really makes.  

Playing perfectly isn’t just a dream. Anyone can learn the optimal move on every hand, and we want everyone to benefit from the tips we share in this show. 

Why? Because you deserve to get the sub-1% house edge that Blackjack tables offer. Because getting next-level skills is a fun challenge, and because you can use the knowledge and skills from blackjack strategy way beyond the casino felt. 

Useful links

Learn more about Basic Blackjack Strategy: https://www.playojo.com/blog/blackjack/basic-strategy/  

Read more articles from our Blackjack Guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/blackjack/  

OJO's Online casino : https://www.playojo.com/  

Play blackjack for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/blackjack/

Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.  

We’re kicking off our new podcast with an introduction to Blackjack, arguably the most popular casino game in the UK.   

In this episode, which is aimed at both beginners and anyone who wants to know more about the game, Dan Grant explains how Blackjack works and why good strategy is the secret to success. 

This episode covers the rules of the game from the basics to hidden but important rules that even experienced players can miss. We talk about hand values, bet sizing, the house edge and most important of all, how to play your hand.  

What’s in this episode 

• The basics of Blackjack 
• Why every rule matters 
• How to play your hand 
• Bankroll management 
• The truth about the house edge 
• Essential strategy tips 

Although anyone can play blackjack, most players still don’t maximize their chances when they play. Dan looks at the role of luck and skill, and why you’ll never get the advertised house edge unless you follow the best strategies.  

By the end of this episode, you’ll leave with some simple but effective tips you can use immediately to get the best possible return next time you play.  

Useful links

Learn more about how to play Blackjack: https://www.playojo.com/blog/blackjack/how-to-play-blackjack/  

Read more articles from our Blackjack Guide: https://www.playojo.com/blog/blackjack/  

Play online at the Fair Casino: https://www.playojo.com/  

Play blackjack for free or real money: https://www.playojo.com/blackjack/ 

Disclaimer

Blackjack, roulette, slots and other casino games mentioned in this podcast are games of chance and therefore involve a high degree of risk. The advice given in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee positive outcomes in the short or long term. If you play casino games for real money with or without this advice, you do so at your own risk. This information is intended for adults aged 18 or over. Please ensure gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.