On Episode 82, we are joined by Gaming Lobbyist Ryan McCollum, of RMC Strategies. Ryan has been a part of the gaming landscape in Massachusetts since the inception of the legalized casino gambling. Currently he is working on progressive sports wagering legislation that involves inclusion of retail outlets to better serve both the customer and the constituents of the Baystate. Let’s get into the Game!  See all the photos and more on the website:  www.artinthegame.net Contact Ryan at 413-313-1475 Email: ryan@rmc-strategies.com Follow him on Twitter and Instagram @RMCstrategies Learn to play video poker FREE. Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do, send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges. I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership for $89.00 today!  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame   Join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookm Follow Art in the Game on Instagram and Twitter: @artintheG Join Club Casino on the Clubhouse:  https://www.joinclubhouse.com/club/club-casino

Art in the Game

Wagering On Inclusivity With Ryan McCollum

On Episode 81 we welcome special guest, casino host legend Henry Pisano. Henry’s professional casino career spans over 42 years. Mentored by industry pioneers who literally shaped today's resort casino experience. Henry’s insights and stories will both entertain and educate, while inviting you to reflect on how the casino experience has evolved during the last 4 decades . I am honored to bring you this exclusive interview filled with never before heard casino history stories that will leave you yearning for more. Let’s get into the Game!   See the photos and more on the website:  www.artinthegame.net     Follow Henry on Instagram:  @pisano_destinations https://instagram.com/pisano_destinations?igshid=w6ubbuzdt4ui   Learn to play video poker free. Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do, send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges. I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership for $89.00 today!  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame   Join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookm   Follow Art in the Game on Instagram and Twitter: @artintheG   Join Club Casino on the Clubhouse:  https://www.joinclubhouse.com/club/club-casino  

"You Can Win a Bet But You Can't Win Betting"

On Episode 80 we start a new series on Player Loyalty Programs. Which is better, MGM's Mlife or Caesars Rewards? I break down each program reveling how every tier and player point is earned. We uncover all the benefits and differences so you can chose which program is right for you. I also share secrets on how to maximize both casino loyalty programs netting the best earn rates. Let's get into the Game! Visit the web sit www.artinthegame.net Learn to play video poker free. Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do, send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges. I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership for $89.00 today!  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame Join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookm Follow me on IG and Twitter: @artintheG Join Club Casino on the Clubhouse app today! 

MGM'S MLIFE OR CAESARS REWARDS WHICH PROGRAM IS BETTER?

On Episode 79 The Reels Keep On Spinning. We discus Northeast gambling community updates and the changes to the casino experience at MGM Springfield. It's been awhile since we've been together, and we have a lot of gambling and casino news to talk about. Let's get into the Game! Website: www.artinthegame.net Learn to play video poker free. Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenges and also play in CASH contests. Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do, send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges. I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership for $89.00 today!  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame Join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community. Learn, connect, and contribute:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookm Follow me on IG and Twitter: @artintheG A special Thank You to Springfield Photographer Jose Figueroa of AirFig Productions for this Episode's Cover Art. Please go follow his amazing drone photography work all over New England on Instagram. Click the link above to visit his web site and contact him for any aerial photography work. He is great guy and easy to work with. Please tell him you saw his work highlighted here on AITG.  

The Reels Keep On Spinning

Happy Holiday's casino lovers! Enjoy my rendition of the holiday classic, 12 Days of Christmas written with casino gamblers in mind.  Happy 12 Days of Casino Christmas Art in the Game listeners!  

12 Days of Casino Christmas

On episode 77 we discuss the current state of gaming at MGM Springfield and how those realities have effected my play and participation at the casino. I share an update on the 2020 AITG Gold Player Awards. Stay tuned to the end to hear me sing my new casino holiday classic, 12 Days of Casino Christmas! Listen to the song and see all the pictures on the website:  www.artinthegame.net Learn to play video poker free. Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges. I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership today.  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookm Follow me on IG and Twitter: @artintheG 

2020 Wrap Up

On episode 76 we take a deep dive into winning money playing slot machines with our special guest Joshua O’Connell from know your slots. Joshua has spent years and countless hours researching the operation of many popular slot machines. Tune in to learn his secrets on bettering your odds on consistent slot play. Let's get into the Game! Click the website for all the photos and information. www.artinthegame.net Visit Joshua's website:   https://www.knowyourslots.com/ Joshua's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/knowyourslots Follow Know Your Slots on IG and Twitter @Knowyourslots   Learn to play video poker free. Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges. I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership today.  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookma Follow me on IG and Twitter:  @artintheG  

Knowing Your Slots With Joshua O'Connell

On Episode 75 we are joined by YouTube Creator and Celebrity Slot Player, Brian Christopher, from BC Slots. Brian may be the most recognized slot machine player in history. Tune in as he shares about his personal life, his love for group slot pulls, and even a few slot Jackpot secrets. Let's get into the Game! See all the photos and learn more on the website:  www.artinthegame.net Brian Christopher’s Social Media links: YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianChristopherSlots Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/BCSlots/ Website:  https://www.bcslots.com/ Twitter & IG:  @BCSlots   Learn to play video poker free. Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges. I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership today.  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookma Follow me on IG and Twitter:  @artintheG  

The Happiness In Every Win With Brian Christopher from BC Slots

On Episode 74 I am back on property for the first time since February. I take you along as I attend the VIP sneak peak tasting at The Chandler restaurant inside MGM Springfield. We talk about the new AITG Winners Circle and I share who my next surprise gambling celebrity guest will be. It's going to be a Slotastitc podcast! Let's get into the Game! Let's get into the Game! See all the photos and more on the website:  www.artinthegame.net Learn to play video poker free. Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges.  Prizes sponsored by The Massachusetts Sate Lottery.  I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership today.  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookmark

HIGH STAKES AND SLOTASTIC SCENARIOS

Episode 73 is a celebration of the Art in the Game Podcast's 2nd anniversary. We are joined by AITG foreign correspondent Neil Fernie as he takes over the controls and conducts the first ever interview with myself, Chris DiMauro host and creator of the this podcast and Facebook community. Tune in to learn highlights of the last 2 years, what motivates me, and why I'm passionate about Springfield's continued success . Let's get into the Game! See all the photos and more on the website:  www.artinthegame.net Learn to play video poker free. Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges.  Prizes sponsored by The Massachusetts Sate Lottery.  I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership today.  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookmarks Check out Jeff Booth's book here:   https://thepriceoftomorrow.com/

THIS INTERVIEW IS A REAL BEAUTY, EH? NEIL FERNIE INTERVIEWS CHRIS DIMAURO

On Episode 72 we present an exclusive introduction to Chris Kelly, MGM Resorts International's Northeast Regional President & COO. Chris opens up about himself and the current values driving operations at MGM Springfield. Let's get into the Game! www.artinthegame.net Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges. I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership today.  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame Join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookmarks

"ITS NOT ABOUT PROFITS,ITS ABOUT PEOPLE" AN INTRODUCTION WITH MGM'S CHRIS KELLY

"It's like popping into a fairytale". On Episode 71 our 8 year old daughter Luci DiMauro shares her thoughts on visiting casino resorts. Luci offers her insights on favorite child friendly activities at MGM Springfield and Atlantic City. Let's get into the Game! See all the photos and find the links on the website:  www.artinthegame.net    Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges.  Prizes sponsored by The Massachusetts Sate Lottery.  I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership today.  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame Join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookmarks Subscribe to Luci's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSYqMpQ8fUNX47w3XDH7rjg

ONCE UPON A TIME...VIEWING CASINO RESORTS THROUGH A CHILD'S EYES

On Episode 70 we discuss ways to better leverage your casino play and receive more comps. I'll decode the Mlife Rewards program explaining how tier, player-points, express comps, free play and all other casino offers are generated. This plus I share many of my exclusive secrets on how to be treated like a high roller wherever you choose to play and stay. Let's get into the game! See all the photos and learn more about MGM Springfield promotions on the website:  www.artinthegame.net Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges.  Prizes sponsored by The Massachusetts Sate Lottery.  I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership today.  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame Join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookmarks  

WE GO HIGH... WITH OUR ROLLING

On Episode 69 we welcome Vice President and Legal Counsel for MGM Resorts International Seth Stratton. Among other responsibilities Seth provides general counsel to MGM Springfield, leading the property's legal, regulatory, compliance and government relations efforts. In this hour long in-depth interview we discuss the safety measures  implemented property wide to ensure a safe experience for both guests and employees in this challenging environment.  We also gain clarity on all gaming and amenity hours of operation at MGM Springfield all while getting to know Mr. Stratton. Let's get into the Game!  See all the photos and more on the website:  www.artinthegame.net Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges.  Prizes sponsored by The Massachusetts Sate Lottery.  I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership today.  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame Join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookmarks    

Casino Safety Strategies with Seth Stratton

On Episode 68 I check in with you about what has been happening with Art in the Game since MGM Springfield reopened. We talk what the casino experience has been like on property. This plus I reveal who next week's special guest will be. Let's get into the Game! See all the photos and more on the website. www.artinthegame.net Join the fun in the AITG Video Poker Challenge.  Sign up through our AITG member's link and receive 2 weeks of Gold membership FREE! When you do send me your VP nickname and I will add you to the invite list to our AITG VP Challenges.  Prizes sponsored by The Massachusetts Sate Lottery.  I encourage all my listeners and members to go "Pro" with a Pro membership today.  www.videopoker.com/artinthegame Join the conversation in the Facebook Private Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/238265166923233/?ref=bookmarks      

A Mid Summer Casino Confessional

The Springfield, MA gaming and entertainment podcast. We will talk about everything MGM Springfield and how to make the most of your visit to the casino and Pioneer Valley. Topics include gambling in Massachusetts, the games at MGM Springfield, smart gambling, casino etiquette, on and off property dining, hotels, local attractions, news, concerts, and events.