DFAW #289: Not Yet Irrevocably Committing

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On episode 289 of the Atlantic City and casino biz podcast, Kyle and Craig decide if they’d rather eat multiple expensive 2-hour meals or be forced to only eat in food courts. They also discuss a weekend trip despite not knowing when they’ll be able to go. Then, it’s time for news and revenue data.

In the news:

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Episode info: [ 0:38:32 | 18.5 MB | download here ]

DFAW #288: Punching Old Dudes In The Face

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On episode 288 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig piggyback on a topic from another podcast, pay their respects to The Hook (RIP), then discuss some news before answering an email from listener Tom L. Also, don’t forget to pre-order a t-shirt!

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Episode info: [ 0:32:13 | 15.5 MB | download here ]

DFAW #287: Ability To Continue As A Going Concern

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On episode 287 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig share the update you’ve all been waiting for: t-shirts are back!!! The new design is available for pre-order through September 12.

In less important news…

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Episode info: [ 0:30:26 | 14.6 MB | download here ]

Pre-order the NEW Due For A Win t-shirts

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You asked, we took seven years to answer. Due For A Win t-shirts are back with a new design so you can show the world that you proudly listen to an Atlantic City podcast and reluctantly listen to a casino biz podcast.

Fill out the pre-order form here. Pre-order deadline extended to Wednesday, September 16!

The new shirt graphic, obviously designed without any help from Generative AI:

You want colors? We got three.

Medium Gray
Aquatic Blue
Gold

Price

Like last time, we will be selling these at cost (no profit to us). Shipping via USPS is included.

  • Small to XL: $19
  • 2XL and up: $21

If you can meet up with one of us in AC or elsewhere, let us know ahead of time and we’ll knock $7 off the price.

Get yours now

And by “now” we mean late September or early October once pre-orders are completed, shirts are printed, and we start shipping them out. Please note that only a limited number will be available for sale after pre-orders have been fulfilled.

Fill out the pre-order form.

DFAW #286: The Siren Song of the Pterodactyl

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On episode 286 of the Atlantic City (and casino biz) podcast, Kyle and Craig give an in-depth report on their two-day trip from early August. Reviews and topics include:

  • Hidden Sands Brewing Company in Egg Harbor Township.
  • Hard Rock North and South Tower rooms.
  • Status matching at Ocean.
  • Avila Lounge at Ocean.
  • Happy hours at Chez Frites and Amada.
  • The Hook, one last time.
  • Ultimate X hits.
  • Hard Rock Center Bar and Lobby Bar.
  • Hard Rock Cafe breakfast.
  • Lunch at YOUYU.
  • The donuts at Federal Donuts.
  • The car wash at Rocktane.
  • Ocean vs. Hard Rock.

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Episode info: [ 0:46:34 | 22.4 MB | download here ]

DFAW #285: A Significant Water Release

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On episode 285 of the Atlantic City (and casino biz) podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss the fire and subsequent flood that closed the casino at Ocean for a little more than a day, ponder what it would take for Ocean to drop out of 3rd place in the monthly gaming revenue, then get into even more news about improving gambling conditions, the status of the Caesars acquisition, and lots of stuff going on at Italian eateries. Then, we preview our upcoming one-night trip before recapping the June casino revenue data.

The news:

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Episode info: [ 0:35:41 | 17.1 MB | download here ]

DFAW #284: Everything is Temporary

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On episode 284 of the Atlantic City podcast, Craig tries hard to convince Kyle to do a boat tour, then they discuss a bunch of news, a possible upcoming trip, and another happy hour recommendation from a listener.

In the news:

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Episode info: [ 0:23:19 | 11.2 MB | download here ]

DFAW #283: Cursed Eight Dollar Starbucks

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On episode 283 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig talk about time traveling to different eras of Las Vegas and Atlantic City before Craig gives a detailed Wind Creek Bethlehem trip report. Then we respond to listener questions and comments about Breeze Airways, Irish Pub, and some positive press for the city.

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Episode info: [ 0:34:11 | 16.4 MB | download here ]

DFAW #282: The Hook is Closing

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On episode 282 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss the Ilitch family taking full control of Ocean, the merits of Landry’s vs. Little Caesars, and the sad news that The Hook is closing after the summer. Then, Kyle gives a brief Black Hawk, Colorado, trip report, and of course there’s revenue data to talk about.

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Episode info: [ 0:31:32 | 15.1 MB | download here ]

DFAW #281: Caesars Nuggets

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On episode 281 of the Atlantic City podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss the latest Irish Pub news and some recent openings in Atlantic City before getting into the big news that Golden Nugget owner Tilman Fertitta has reached an agreement to purchase Caesars Entertainment.

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Episode info: [ 0:32:09 | 15.4 MB | download here ]