{"podcast":{"title":"T&A: Tens And Aces. An AP Blackjack podcast. Turning the tables from Las Vegas to Local Casinos","slug":"t-a-tens-and-aces-an-ap-blackjack-podcast-turning-the-tables-from-las-vegas-to-local-casinos-2994489","podcast_index_feed_id":2994489,"rss_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/3bea66dc/podcast/rss","website_url":"https://tensandaces.com/","image_url":"https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_nologo/9952175/9952175-1757716787976-2115c62adc159.jpg","author":"Mike AP","episode_count":113,"summary":"A podcast about the real lives and experiences of advantage players of the game of Blackjack. We'll share both positive and negative stories, because as any Blackjack pro knows, the positive and negative variance of this game and how to take advantage of the positive situations while working our way through the negative one, is what rising above mere gambling and winning long-term in this game is all about. Blackjack is, along with Poker, one of the few games in a casino that a disciplined and skilled player can have a long term edge playing. Are you ready for some T&A?","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/t-a-tens-and-aces-an-ap-blackjack-podcast-turning-the-tables-from-las-vegas-to-local-casinos-2994489"},"episode":{"title":"Be A Winner In The Game Of Life","slug":"be-a-winner-in-the-game-of-life","published_at":"2026-05-23T23:24:11+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/t-a-tens-and-aces-an-ap-blackjack-podcast-turning-the-tables-from-las-vegas-to-local-casinos-2994489/be-a-winner-in-the-game-of-life","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/t-a-tens-and-aces-an-ap-blackjack-podcast-turning-the-tables-from-las-vegas-to-local-casinos-2994489","url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ta21/episodes/Be-A-Winner-In-The-Game-Of-Life-e30qf4n","audio_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/3bea66dc/podcast/play/100530775/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-2-28%2F0cdb31d5-6116-1d78-4fce-dacf7e2bbc60.mp3","summary":"In this episode of T&A: The Tens and Aces Podcast , host Mike AP sits down with seasoned advantage player Nichols to discuss the realities of playing blackjack professionally, managing variance, and maintaining a strong mindset. They explore practical tips for coping with losing streaks, the importance of perspective, and the mental discipline needed for success. The conversation delves into the psychological traits common among advantage players, such as critical thinking and strategic mindset, as well as ethical considerations and the art of finding loopholes in the game. Additionally, Nichols shares personal insights and reflections on balancing gambling with life. Whether you're a veteran AP or just starting your journey, this episode offers valuable advice and candid stories from the front lines of advantage play. The importance of viewing results in the context of long-term sample sizes. Acknowledging that losses are part of the game but keeping perspective helps maintain morale. The value of zooming out on your results to see the big picture and avoid frustration during losing streaks. Tips for beginners: taking breaks when stressed, testing your game regularly, and avoiding chasing losses. Finding the right balance between playing enough hours and avoiding negative feedback loops. The dangers of overbetting and under betting — sticking to EV positive plays. Maintaining focus on expected value rather than short-term results, especially when gambling is your primary income. The importance of having safety nets, such as savings, to reduce pressure. The mindset of advantage players: strategic, analytical, and sometimes Machiavellian. Psychological traits: giftedness, critical thinking, confidence, and sometimes narcissism. The need to mask true intentions and m…","meta_description":"In this episode of T&A: The Tens and Aces Podcast , host Mike AP sits down with seasoned advantage player Nichols to discuss the realities of playing…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3667,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/t-a-tens-and-aces-an-ap-blackjack-podcast-turning-the-tables-from-las-vegas-to-local-casinos-2994489/episodes/be-a-winner-in-the-game-of-life/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/t-a-tens-and-aces-an-ap-blackjack-podcast-turning-the-tables-from-las-vegas-to-local-casinos-2994489/be-a-winner-in-the-game-of-life.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}