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You Better You Bet

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NCAA Tournament
NFL Draft
NBA
National Football League
NBA Playoffs
New York Knicks
NFL
Masters Tournament
Basketball
Dallas Cowboys
Oklahoma City Thunder
Pittsburgh Steelers
Illinois
San Antonio Spurs
Wrestlemania
Arizona
Aaron Rodgers
Victor Wembenyama
Duke University
Betting

Nick Kostos, the undisputed King of Wagertainment, brings you the best bets, hottest takes, and electric energy. Alongside the sharp and charismatic, Femi Abebefe, Nick covers the biggest matchups, latest line movements, and futures markets like no one else. Expect up-to-the-minute coverage of backdoor covers, bad beats, and the emotional highs and lows that come with every bet. This isn’t just sp... more

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Nick Kostos opens the show with his thoughts on the personal rift and potential trade involving A.J. Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles. Nick shares his thoughts on Game 6 between the Spurs and Thunder. Plus, Nick hits on the internal meeting between ... more

ESPN Play-by-play announcer Sean McDonough joins the show to discuss the NHL Playoffs and his thoughts on calling the Stanley Cup Final. The Ringer's Anthony Dabbundo stops by to preview the Champions League Final and the World Cup! Plus, Nick wraps ... more

ESPN's Sal Paolantonio joins the show to discuss the latest surrounding AJ Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles, AFC Contenders, the Dallas Cowboys, and MUCH MORE! Plus, Nick reacts to the New York Giants team internal meeting.

Nick Kostos opens Thursday's show with his thoughts on the AJ Brown and Jalen Hurts relationship coming to an end soon. Nick previews Game 6 between San Antonio and Oklahoma City. Plus, Justin Termine stops by to talk all things NBA Playoffs.

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Recent Guests

Judy Batista
NFL Network analyst
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Episode: The High Five!
Dan Weiss
Spurs radio play-by-play broadcaster
Spurs Radio
Episode: Hour 2 - Mitch Lawrence & Dan Weiss Joins the Show!
Justin Termine
NBA Radio host
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Episode: Full Show - Thunder Win Game 2, Aaron Rodgers, Eli vs. Rivers
Kenny Atkinson
NBA coach known for Knicks/Cavs connections
Cleveland Cavaliers (implied via discussion)
Episode: Hour 3 - Justin Termine & Steve Phillips Join the Show!
Judy Bautista
NFL insider
NFL Network
Episode: Hour 3- Nick Fridell, Vrabel Russini, Three Stars
Nick Freidell
Audacy NBA insider
Audacy
Episode: Nick Freidell Talks NBA Playoffs
Diana Russini
NFL insider featured in TMZ reporting about Vrabel
ESPN / NFL Network
Episode: More Developments In Vrabel/Russini Situation
Ian Rappaport
NFL reporter referenced for information on Rodgers
NFL Media
Episode: More Developments In Vrabel/Russini Situation
Omar Khan
Steelers General Manager
Pittsburgh Steelers
Episode: NCAA Tournament Expansion to 76 Teams

Hosts

Nick Kostos
Lead host known for sharp betting insights and energetic delivery; regularly covers NFL, NBA, and college basketball with a focus on line movement and futures.
Femi Abebefe
Co-host bringing additional betting analysis and discussion; known for collaborating with Nick on multi-sport discourse and guest integration.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Used to be great

    Bring back Ken. Femi was good but Nick and Ken were the best. Now I rarely listed anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TommyMoMo3
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bring back bets

    Used to be “No hot take BS just bets and sports” and now it’s a hot take talk show. Very sad as an OG listener. Bring back Femi or Locky.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    big_mike427
    United States2 months ago
  • What happened to the bets?

    Love Nick and his content but the show is not the same since the new network took over. And this is coming from a real one since 2019. The show is a national sports talk show now not a betting show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From a #dayone listener
    United States2 months ago
  • Sad

    With Ken, YBYB was fantastic. Now it’s just sports talk radio and too much Nicky Narrative firing off takes and bad guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Joneboy82
    United States3 months ago
  • Sports talk show - doesn’t work

    New format is horrible for the original listeners who tuned in because it was a Sports Betting show. Now it’s a Sports Talk Show. No more Chernoff, Whale, Pizzola. Etc . Now every guest is an interview. If u want to listen to Sports Radio,, tune into Colin Cowherd who is the best. Used to listen to both ,, now it will be just Cowherd as he’s the best in sports radio. The current show has zero betting content. Nick talking about his 2 NBA bets at end of the night does not equate to a gambling/b... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MomDiGi
    United States3 months ago

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Critics note a shift toward general sports talk with less emphasis on wagering content in some formats.
Listeners praise the show's betting content and humor when the format emphasizes actionable bets and informed analysis.
Audience sentiment highlights the chemistry between hosts and the value of guest perspectives, though some express nostalgia for earlier formats.

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Talking Points

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Mitch Lawrence Talks Knicks, Mike Brown & Cavaliers
Q: How does Mike Brown compare to Tom Thibodeau in coaching the Knicks?
Lawrence notes structural differences, attributing some of the Knicks' current balance to a better supporting bench under Mike Brown and highlighting how playmaking evolution with Carl Anthony Towns has altered defensive schemes compared to Tom Thibodeau's approach, which faced scrutiny for past coaching decisions.
Mitch Lawrence Talks Knicks, Mike Brown & Cavaliers
Q: What does Knicks basketball mean to the city?
Lawrence emphasizes the Knicks' unique hold on New York sports culture, describing it as a rare one-team-town dynamic where the Knicks symbolize more than just basketball, and where fan passion and historical moments shape an ongoing narrative about pride and possibility.
Hour 3 - Justin Termine & Steve Phillips Join the Show!
Q: What is the impact of injuries on the late-season outlook?
The guests emphasize that injuries significantly shape playoff viability, with strategic game-planning and player availability being pivotal to whether teams can contend, especially in the OKC-San Antonio scenario and in the Cavs- Knicks dynamics.
Judy Battista Talks NFL
Q: What does the ratification of the CBA mean for the training and accountability of officials?
It should lead to formalized off-season training, more reps, and a bench of trained officials to replace retirees, improving consistency and accountability.
Hour 3- Nick Fridell, Vrabel Russini, Three Stars
Q: Is Embiid likely to play tonight and how does his status affect the Knicks' chances against a potentially limited Sixers squad?
If Embiid is healthy and moving well, Philadelphia has a stronger chance; if not, the Knicks gain a meaningful edge and could take a 3-0 lead, making the series decision more likely to tilt in New York's favor.

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Frequently Asked Questions About You Better You Bet

What is You Better You Bet about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers the intersection of sports betting, analysis, and entertaining banter, featuring a dynamic duo of hosts who bring sharp takes, up-to-the-minute line movements, and futures market commentary. Episodes regularly blend bold predictions with practical betting insights, while guests from major sports media provide deeper dives into NFL, NBA, and college basketball topics. A notable strength is the show's high-energy delivery and a willingness to mix data-driven analysis with personality-driven storytelling, making it appealing to listeners who want both actionable bets and memorable discussion. The format has evolved to include broader sports conversation alongside betting content, which may attract fans of general sports talk ... more

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2. Dan Weiss
3. Justin Termine
4. Kenny Atkinson
5. Judy Bautista
6. Nick Freidell
7. Diana Russini
8. Ian Rappaport

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