Talk To Tom: A Sports Betting Podcast

Talk to Tom is a sports betting and gambling podcast; host Thomas Viola sits down with leading experts, pioneers, and bettors across the gambling industry to tell their stories, talk process, and keep you informed in the ever changing world of gambling. Follow Tom Viola on X/Twitter: https://x.com/TVatWorkFollow Tom Viola on Substack: https://substack.com/@tvatwork?

Talk To Tom: A Sports Betting Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Thomas Viola, with 20 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Thomas Viola hosts Talk To Tom: A Sports Betting Podcast, a sports show with 20 episodes published.

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  Episode #19

  All About Soccer with FOX's John Strong!

  Aug 10, 202635 minS1

  This week on Talk To Tom, Thomas Viola strays away from gambling for a discussion all about soccer in the United States with Fox Sports's number one World Cup play-by-play voice, John Strong! How to fix US Soccer? Does it need fixing? The Pochettino hire, growing MLS and soccer in America, and more! 00:00 – Life After the World Cup: The Soccer Hangover 03:13 – Did the World Cup Create More American Soccer Fans? 07:27 – MLS Growth, Criticism & the Long-Term Outlook 11:23 – MLS Schedule Changes & the Battle for TV Viewership 16:48 – Promotion/Relegation vs. Building Bigger MLS Clubs 20:54 – Parity, Super Clubs & the Future of MLS 23:26 – Mauricio Pochettino & the Future of the USMNT 30:23 – Learning From the World Cup & What Comes Next for the USMNT 32:17 – Pochettino, American Soccer Culture & the Road Ahead Follow Thomas on X/Twitter at: https://x.com/TVatWork Follow Thomas on Substack: https://substack.com/@tvatwork? Please don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a 5-star rating and review!

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  Episode #18

  Get Ready for Betbash with Scott Moyer

  Jul 30, 202646 minS1

  The most exciting time of the sports betting calendar, Betbash arrives at Circa next week, and professional gambler Scott Moyer joins Thomas Viola today to discuss some of their favorite Betbash memories, seminars they have their eyes on, their personal tips for first time attendees, and more! 00:00 Intro 01:12 Why Bet Bash Is Special 03:24 Scott's Famous Bet Bash Lunches 06:14 Networking, Connections & Meeting Industry Legends 08:30 Can't-Miss Bet Bash Seminars 16:03 Scott's Favorite Bet Bash Stories 24:09 Circa Contests, Proxy Services & Football Season 29:32 Best Bet Bash Memories Through the Years 33:20 Sports Gambling Hall of Fame Debate 41:31 Weekly Vegas Lunches & Final Bet Bash Tips 46:03 Outro Follow Thomas on X/Twitter at: https://x.com/TVatWork Follow Thomas on Substack: https://substack.com/@tvatwork? Please don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a 5-star rating and review!

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  Episode #17

  From Sportsbook To Prediction Market: ProphetX with Jake Benzaquen

  Jun 22, 202648 minS1

  Thomas Viola is joined by ProphetX Co-Founder Jake Benzaquen to discuss the journey from an exchange operating on the sports betting model, to a gray market sweepstakes, and now to a CFTC regulated prediction market. 00:00 – Intro 05:20 – How Sports Betting Has Changed Over the Years 11:15 – Building Models and Finding an Edge 18:40 – The Challenges of Betting in Today’s Market 26:10 – Favorite Stories and Memorable Experiences 34:00 – The Future of Sports Betting and Prediction Markets 48:45 – Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks Follow Jake on X at: https://x.com/jakebenzaq Download ProphetX today: https://linktr.ee/ProphetX Follow Thomas on X/Twitter at: https://x.com/TVatWork Follow Thomas on Substack: https://substack.com/@tvatwork? Please don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a 5-star rating and review!

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  Episode #16

  Betting the FIFA World Cup with Nick Hennion

  Jun 9, 202650 minS1

  Expert soccer bettor and BetMGM writer Nick Hennion joins Thomas Viola this week for a deep dive into the World Cup! From Nick's approach to betting soccer, to the differences and quirks of international vs club soccer betting, and Nick's thoughts on betting the 2026 World Cup itself, it's a jam packed episode perfect to get you ready for the biggest sporting event on the planet! 00:00 – Welcome In + World Cup Fever Hits the USA 04:15 – Betting International Soccer vs. Club Soccer 09:00 – What Makes a Team Built for a World Cup Run? 13:00 – How the New 48-Team Format Changes Everything 20:30 – Dark Horse Teams That Could Surprise the Field 25:00 – The Biggest Mismatches and Potential Blowouts 30:00 – Breaking Down the World Cup Favorites 38:30 – Golden Boot Predictions & Best Betting Angles Follow Thomas on X/Twitter at: https://x.com/TVatWork Follow Thomas on Substack: https://substack.com/@tvatwork? Please don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a 5-star rating and review!

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  Episode #15

  Life Running A Major Syndicate with Tom Peabody

  May 26, 202638 minS1

  Thomas Viola sits down with Tom Peabody for a discussion of his life, his journey into joining his brother Rufus's syndicate, what life is like as the admin of a major betting group, music, and more! 00:00 – Intro + Tom Peabody joins the podcast 03:30 – How Tom got started in professional sports betting 07:40 – What day-to-day life looks like in a betting operation 10:00 – Prediction markets & how they’re changing the betting landscape 14:00 – Managing risk, golf betting swings & bankroll strategy 21:30 – Challenges of modern sports betting after legalization 26:30 – The future of prediction markets & AI in betting 32:20 – Tom’s music career, creativity & balancing life outside betting Follow Thomas on X/Twitter at: https://x.com/TVatWork Follow Thomas on Substack: https://substack.com/@tvatwork? Please don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a 5-star rating and review!

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