Rephonic
Artwork for The Betting Startups Podcast

The Betting Startups Podcast

BettingStartups.com
Sports Betting
Igaming
Real Money Gaming
Affiliate Marketing
Esports
Fantasy Sports
Fantasy Football
Prediction Markets
Poker
Entrepreneurship
NFL
Igaming Industry
Gambly
Startups
Gaming Industry
Griddy
SBC Summit
Gamification
Optimove
SBC Americas

Meet the people building the most promising startups competing for a piece of the multi-billion dollar real-money gaming industry. Presented by Optimove.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes241Founded5 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
BusinessEntrepreneurship

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Betting Startups Podcast

Latest Episodes

Ep. 218 features Devon and Tejas, Co-founders of Blitz, an AI-powered sports intelligence platform transforming how broadcasters, analysts, content creators, and sports organizations access and utilize sports data.

Hear them discuss:

• How two Duke... more

Ep. 217 features Nick Meader, Co-Founder & CEO of SpeedLabs, joining Jesse Learmonth to discuss the company's $6.5 million seed round, the creation of "Momentum Markets," and why he believes the next generation of sports betting products will be buil... more

Ep. 216 features Jackson Erminio, Founder of Spina, joining Jesse Learmonth to discuss building a skill-based gaming startup, solving the liquidity challenge, and creating a marketplace where players can compete head-to-head in games they already kno... more

Ep. 215 features Travis Geiger, Co-Founder & CXO of WagerWire, joining Jesse Learmonth at SBC Fort Lauderdale to discuss the company’s transformation into its vision for building a regulated prediction market ecosystem. Fresh off securing a license-i... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Business of Betting Podcast
Business of Betting PodcastBusiness of Betting Podcast
Bet The Process
Bet The ProcessBet The Process
Circles Off - Sports Betting Podcasts
Circles Off - Sports Betting PodcastsThe Hammer Betting Network
Risk of Ruin
Risk of RuinHalf Kelly Media

Recent Guests

Jackson Erminio
Founder of Spina, creator of live PVP skill-based games with dollar stakes
Spina
Episode: Ep. 216: Childhood games with adult stakes w/ Jackson Erminio from Spina
Travis Geiger
Founder/CEO of WagerWire
WagerWire
Episode: Ep. 215: Unpacking WagerWire's new prediction market license w/ Travis Geiger
Andrew Gonzalez
From ParlayX
ParlayX
Episode: Bonus Episode: First place at First Pitch w/ Andrew Gonzalez from ParlayX
Alec Gehlot
Founder of PlaySignal
PlaySignal
Episode: Ep. 214: Combining responsible gaming with player retention to fix a leaky safety net w/ Alec Gehlot from PlaySignal
Gregory Tolmochow
Founder of Trendline Labs
Trendline Labs
Episode: Ep. 213: Meet the intelligence layer for the outcome economy w/ Gregory Tolmochow from Trendline Labs
Matt Bresler
Founder, Audit
Audit
Episode: Ep. 212: Meet the First Pitch finalists competing for $100k in prizes
Matt Paulton
Founder, OddsBlaze
OddsBlaze
Episode: Ep. 212: Meet the First Pitch finalists competing for $100k in prizes
Phil Michalsky
Co-founder, SOAP Payments
SOAP Payments
Episode: Ep. 211: Building the AI-native orchestration layer for payments in gaming w/ Filip Michalsky from Soap Payments
Matt Kelley
Founder of FastDraft and former founder of Player Profiler
FastDraft / FantasySpin merger
Episode: Ep. 210: Building DFS 3.0 to prioritize "less spreadsheets and more friends" w/ Matt Kelley from Fast Draft

Host

Jesse
Host focusing on Betting Startups Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Your post on online betting is excellent! As a sports betting fan, I’ve tried multiple platforms, but King Exchange stands out with its wide range of options and incredible casino bonuses. My experience has been smooth and rewarding, making every bet enjoyable. If you're looking for an all-in-one betting platform, King Exchange is a must-try! https://xtremepape.rs/members/betonkingexchange.482624/#about%5C

    Podchaser
    riyaapateel26
    2 years ago
  • Discover the buzz surrounding The Betting Startup through popular reviews, highlighting its rise in the betting world. For a superior betting experience, look no further than Tiger Exchange, a renowned platform synonymous with excellence. With its diverse offerings and seamless interface, Tiger Exchange emerges as the premier choice for betting enthusiasts.

    https://tigerexchange.mystrikingly.com/

    Podchaser
    5
    Niharika
    3 years ago
  • Your post is very interesting! I love sports and I have used various platforms for cricket betting. I have used so many platform for sport betting and I recently discovered one of the best 11xplay which has great offers and benefits. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a reliable and secure betting platform. It is well-structured, easy to navigate and provides a great user experience. It supports all types of betting and provides great customer service. This is the perfect website for ... more

    Podchaser
    5
    Dipika
    3 years ago
  • Hey there! I'm thrilled to meet a fellow betting lover like you! The excitement of cricket is unbeatable. Thanks for mentioning the Online Cricket Betting Id. I'm eager to check it out and see what betting options they have. Keep the cricket spirit high, and take care!

    https://doodleordie.com/profile/ayanshi31

    Podchaser
    4
    psushmita179
    3 years ago
  • Awesome Show

    Jesse does an awesome job on breaking down sports betting startups. His passion comes through with every episode. Definitely recommend checking it out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ex-Google Maps User
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host is described as knowledgeable and approachable, with access to top industry minds.
The show is viewed as a practical resource for understanding how betting startups operate and scale.
Listeners praise clear, actionable insights from operators and founders.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bonus Episode: First place at First Pitch w/ Andrew Gonzalez from ParlayX
Q: Can you walk us through how you prepared for your First Pitch and how you've evolved the messaging since January?
The pitch has been refined repeatedly since January, relying on practice, feedback, and tailoring the message to an institutional audience, with preparation including mock runs two hours before the event.
Bonus Episode: First place at First Pitch w/ Andrew Gonzalez from ParlayX
Q: Give us a quick version of the pitch you just delivered and what ParlayX is building.
ParlayX is designed to provide institutions with direct, secure access to prediction markets, simplifying integration and providing familiar tax reporting and compliance, moving away from the hurdles of dealing with blockchain tech for enterprises.
Ep. 216: Childhood games with adult stakes w/ Jackson Erminio from Spina
Q: How do you view capital—bootstrapping vs. raising—and what would trigger a raise?
Bootstrapping while capital-efficient, with capital only if the terms are strategic and can provide access to key platforms, partners, or distribution channels that accelerate growth.
Ep. 216: Childhood games with adult stakes w/ Jackson Erminio from Spina
Q: What is your go-to-market strategy—direct-to-consumer, B2B, or both?
It's a hybrid approach: launched a consumer app in beta while actively pursuing B2B partnerships to seed liquidity and scale faster with partner networks.
Ep. 216: Childhood games with adult stakes w/ Jackson Erminio from Spina
Q: Let's just stick with the start of the journey for a minute here, Jackson. How did you mobilize from idea to team and MVP?
He started with a few software-savvy friends, tested a non-scalable prototype on Lovable and a large internal call, then found a CTO with gaming and payments background; six months later they had an MVP.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Betting Startups Podcast

What is The Betting Startups Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show concentrates on the real-money gaming startup scene, featuring founder-led conversations, investor perspectives, and hands-on product stories. Episodes typically explore payments, AI tooling, platform ecosystems, marketing intelligence, and new business models within betting, fantasy sports, and iGaming, often weaving in industry events and regulatory context. A standout trait is the show's ability to bring operators, engineers, and entrepreneurs together to discuss scalable go-to-market strategies and partnerships, making it a practical resource for founders, marketers, and investors looking to understand how betting startups win in a competitive landscape.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Betting Startups Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Betting Startups Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Betting Startups Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Betting Startups Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Betting Startups Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Betting Startups Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Betting Startups Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Betting Startups Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Betting Startups Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Betting Startups Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Betting Startups Podcast:

1. Business of Betting Podcast
2. Zero Latency: An Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Podcast
3. Bet The Process
4. Circles Off - Sports Betting Podcasts
5. Risk of Ruin

How many episodes of The Betting Startups Podcast are there?

The Betting Startups Podcast launched 5 years ago and published 241 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Betting Startups Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Betting Startups Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Betting Startups Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Betting Startups Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Betting Startups Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Betting Startups Podcast?

Recent guests on The Betting Startups Podcast include:

1. Jackson Erminio
2. Travis Geiger
3. Andrew Gonzalez
4. Alec Gehlot
5. Gregory Tolmochow
6. Matt Bresler
7. Matt Paulton
8. Phil Michalsky

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days