DFAW #164: 2022 New Year’s Spectacular

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On episode 164 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig look back at a Civil War shipwreck and one of the most infamous events in AC history. Then we look back at 2021 and discuss some of our favorite moments. Also, some news:

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Episode info: [ 0:52:04 | 25.0 MB | download here ]

DFAW #163: Gallon of Scotch

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On episode 163 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig look back at a hotel that stuck around in AC for 119 years, and a hotel with a much more grim history. Then we recap our latest AC trip, including reviews of:

  • Golden Nugget casino floor and room
  • Harrah’s Bayview room
  • Back Bay Ale House
  • Rum Point Crab House
  • Gilchrist breakfast
  • Borgata’s new video poker location
  • Amphora Lounge
  • Sal Vulcano’s stand-up show
  • Hoboken’s late-night parking situation

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Episode info: [ 0:47:19 | 22.7 MB | download here ]

DFAW #162: All These Plans Have Changed

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On episode 162 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig look back at a time when it was impossible to get change (before Covid), and a winter storm that cut the Steel Pier in half. Then we get into trip plans because we’re just a few days away from heading to AC, but a lot of the plans have already changed and the rest is just us being indecisive.

We didn’t find any news interesting enough to talk about, but we did cover the October gambling revenue.

Also, here’s the video of the 1962 storm that we discussed, if you have three minutes to kill.

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Episode info: [ 0:33:02 | 15.9 MB | download here ]

DFAW #161: Important Swingers’ Club Updates

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On episode 161 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig look back at a short-lived newspaper that wasn’t even published in the city, and the pioneering hotel that launched the city’s first health spa. Then Kyle gives a depressing Horseshoe Baltimore trip report before we get into some news:

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Episode info: [ 0:32:54 | 15.8 MB | download here ]

DFAW #160: Robatayaki

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On episode 160 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig look back at the humble beginnings of the Dennis Hotel, a shipwreck that has become a historic site, and a random Steel Pier concert poster. Then we skip the news and the Boardwalk Empire recap because Kyle went to AC and has a trip report! Hear his thoughts on:

  • The Borgata experience.
  • Dinner at Izakaya.
  • Spa prices.
  • $20 chips.
  • Finally getting AC time without Craig.
  • Getting “flat bet” without a players card.

Also be sure to check out this glorious vintage Boardwalk photo that we were ogling during the post-show discussion.

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Episode info: [ 0:36:09 | 17.4 MB | download here ]

DFAW #159: Casino Kid

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On episode 159 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, we start by remembering Darryl McEwen, who died on October 10th at age 72. Darryl published the Seven Stars Insider website, wrote the Mr. AC Casino column for Atlantic City weekly, and did a monthly feature on Atlantic City events for TravelZork. He will be sorely missed.

Looking back at AC history, we discuss an Atlantic City resident who broke new ground in 1859, and a collision between a cruise ship and an oil tanker that occurred in 1959.

In the news:

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Episode info: [ 0:39:24 | 18.9 MB | download here ]

DFAW #158: Our Top 3 Casinos in AC

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On episode 158 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig discuss how the first public school on the island was created and when “Summertime on the Pier” danced its way into living rooms. We also discuss random topics like 2-night vs. 1-night trips, our favorite AC casinos, and what we’d do if all hotel rooms suddenly cost $300. Then we get to the news:

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Episode info: [ 0:32:05 | 15.4 MB | download here ]

DFAW #157: BSD and ASD

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On episode 157 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig have informed discussions about Parisian lighthouse technology and 1950s military aviation and weaponry. Then it’s time for a trip report, including:

  • Ocean, Resorts, and Tropicana rooms
  • Lucky Snake Arcade at Showboat
  • Dougherty’s Happy Hour
  • Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall
  • VUE at Claridge
  • Steel Pier Pizza
  • Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House
  • Cuba Libre drinks
  • Ryfe
  • Chelsea Pub & Inn
  • Hayday Coffee
  • Long Room at Borgata
  • And more!

In case you missed it, be sure to check out Craig’s latest appearance on The Other Side of Midnight with Frank Morano.

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Episode info: [ 0:49:34 | 23.8 MB | download here ]

DFAW #156: Don’t Put a Tax on a Beautiful Girl

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On episode 156 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig look back at an Atlantic City-themed musical variety special that aired on NBC in 1956 (see a clip on YouTube), then discuss memories of Harry’s oyster bar after it announced it will close on September 26th. After that, it’s time for some trip plans with just days remaining until we’re in AC for two nights! And we finally wrap up season 3 of Boardwalk Empire.

Be sure to check out Craig’s latest appearance on The Other Side of Midnight with Frank Morano!

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Episode info: [ 0:34:51 | 16.7 MB | download here ]

DFAW #155: Walking Back Our Praise

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On episode 155 of the Atlantic City and Casino Biz Podcast, Kyle and Craig look back at 1855 when construction started on the Absecon Lighthouse, then 1955 when the motel era was in full swing and the Nautilus and Sun ‘N’ Sand motels opened.

And of course, the biggest AC-related news:

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Episode info: [ 0:34:48 | 16.7 MB | download here ]