If he's been doing it every day for 20 years and can still afford to, he must be doing something right, right?
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Functioning alcoholic tier gambler.
Or he has an enabler. Like rich grand parents
He is in sports gambling as a profession. Writes about, gives advice, predictions, etc.
Oh man. I liked this post better when I thought it was a good joke.
Yeah wtf! I thought this was a great "Ken M"-style troll, well done really. But this guy being serious makes this absurd.
so his enablers are other addicts.. he's a pusher..
He is a pusher, but his enablers are more like major casinos, sports organizations, etc. He is a dealer high on his own supply
gives advice, predictions, etc.
Can you not abuse this position by betting on the option contrary than the one you're promoting, in order to increase your winnings?
Bro you just explained crypto 2021
And the NFL in 2023
yeah, however these types of jobs have existed for a long time. That is what Nate Silver of 538 did before doing what he does now. He might still do it too, don't know though. So, I assume, they have contracts and other methods of mitigating that conflict. I also assume that clients/employers do what they can to know if someone like him is trying to fuck them over. There are probably some pretty nasty consequences for getting caught too. I doubt they can ever get rid of all risk but, if the person is good, I imagine the risk benefit analysis falls into the favor of using people like him. You will find these types of entities scouting university math departments, especially statistics majors.
Jesus Christ I didn't believe you so I looked it up. What the fuck
If there is a way to make money there will be a industry made for it. If there is an industry for something there will be consultants for the businesses in the industry.
That moment when you can't tell if John is a great troll or a terrible addict...
dude is serious. WTF
I would lean more towards the guy being serious, but at the same he's so bold and oblivious to what being an addict means that for a moment it makes you think he's just messing with people.
So wholesome. Follow your passions.
no regrats
i will say that Uncut Gems made me understand why people can get so invested in sports gambling. i was shaking near the end and was so into that basketball game being played
That movie was concentrated anxiety for me. The gambling was one thing but just for a second, I wanted a moment of near silence instead of people yelling lol
That's exactly why I couldn't finish that movie, so many people talking, no one listening.
I've experience with a family member succumbing to addiction. I couldn't watch that movie.
I think the ending of that movie was a little disappointing. I enjoyed the movie throughout, but I felt like the
spoiler
Everybody dies
cliche was a bit frustrating. The high and sudden low took so much out of it. It was good. Maybe it was the right call, but it was so hard to experience.
I never finished the movie because it was painfully obvious where it was going, and none of the characters had any redeeming qualities. The guy was a narcissist and a gambling addict, and he was going to get himself killed. Having known a few people like that, I didn't feel any suspense or even interest in what would happen next. If he wins, he's still on a self-destructive course. If he loses, he's dead. Or maybe something else happens outside of his control, but who gives a shit? It was just constant yelling and unnecessary friction.
Self Aware Wolf
This is like a joke from MASH. Paraphrased:
Colonel Potter offers Radar a cigar.
Radar: Aren't they habit forming?
Potter: I've been smoking every day for 40 years, never picked up the habit.
I really need to watch M.A.S.H.
Highly recommend, it's one of my comfort shows. If you liked Scrubs, you'll probably like Mash.
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John Hyslop, @sloprules
Can't wait to gamble today. Literally shaking. That's called dedication.
NickWit2437, @wit2437
That's called an addiction
John Hyslop, @sloprules
Buddy, I've been gambling everyday for 20+ years. It's all I think about and I still haven't gotten addicted so doubt it's happening.