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What's My Line?

14 May 2003
How many remember the classic old game show “What’s My Line?” that had a 17-year run on CBS-TV from 1950 through 1967? John Daly moderated a panel that included Dorothy Kilgallen, Arlene Francis, and Bennett Cerf. The panel’s job was to guess the ... (read more)
 

Dice Control - Fact or Fiction?

7 May 2003
I have always been a skeptic about what has become popularly known in casino circles as "dice control." This relatively new gambling expression refers to the theory that it is possible for craps players to alter the random probability of the numerical combination of rolls ... (read more)
 

Casino Play and Brand Loyalty

30 April 2003
When it comes to visiting casinos in the Chicago-area, how does "brand loyalty" come into play for gamblers? For the majority of average recreational players who make occasional trips, it really isn't a factor. But for people who make casino outings a ... (read more)
 

Chicago-Area Casinos Have It Their Way

23 April 2003
Every once in a while I receive letters from readers asking why casinos in the Chicago area are not more responsive to the requests of average recreational gamblers. Many times the issues raised are beyond the control of the individual casinos, which must adhere to state-sanctioned regulatory controls. ... (read more)
 

Examining Some New Slot Games

16 April 2003
When it comes to picking and choosing new slot machines to play, some are definitely better than others. The program math that the manufacturers install in the machines makes some games more exciting than others but not necessarily more advantageous to play. The ultimate ... (read more)
 

More "Smart Slot" Tips

9 April 2003
When it comes to playing the slots there really is no strategy. How can there be when the odds of the game are stacked against players? No matter what you do, you are destined to lose over the long run in a direct proportion to how long, how often, and how much you play. ... (read more)
 

Tips for Smart Slot Play

2 April 2003
Since it’s a statistical fact in gaming jurisdictions nationwide that casinos derive approximately 80 percent of their gaming revenues from slot and video poker machines, it’s important to arm ourselves with as much knowledge as possible to keep the playing ... (read more)
 

Examining Some New Slot Games

26 March 2003
When it comes to picking and choosing new slot machines to play, some are definitely better than others. The program math that the manufacturers install in the machines makes some games more exciting than others but not necessarily more advantageous to play. The ultimate ... (read more)
 

Your Turn to be a Gaming Writer

19 March 2003
Jeffrey Compton and Bob Dancer, two of the most respected names in the gaming industry, have announced that they are launching a first-of-its-kind e-newsletter totally written and edited by average casino players and recreational gambling enthusiasts. ... (read more)
 

Q & A with Slot Game Developers

12 March 2003
The multi-line, bonus round video slot revolution that has been raging at casinos has stolen the thunder from traditional spinning reel slots. Imaginative games and graphics, exciting bonus rounds, and interactive play combine to create an environment that has brought a ... (read more)

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John G. Brokopp
John G. Brokopp's gaming column appears in Chicago Sun Times (Chicago, Illinois), The Times (Northwest Indiana), The Quad City Times (Davenport, Iowa), The Courier News (Elgin, Illinois), The Gazette (Southwest Suburban Chicago) and Senior Wire (Denver, CO). He's also a regular contributor to The Colorado Gambler, Midwest Gaming & Travel, Casino Player and Strictly Slots. John possesses 28 years of experience as a professional handicapper, publicist, freelance writer, and casino gaming correspondent. He is also the author of two very popular books, The Insider’s Guide to Internet Gambling and Thrifty Gambling.

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John G. Brokopp
John G. Brokopp's gaming column appears in Chicago Sun Times (Chicago, Illinois), The Times (Northwest Indiana), The Quad City Times (Davenport, Iowa), The Courier News (Elgin, Illinois), The Gazette (Southwest Suburban Chicago) and Senior Wire (Denver, CO). He's also a regular contributor to The Colorado Gambler, Midwest Gaming & Travel, Casino Player and Strictly Slots. John possesses 28 years of experience as a professional handicapper, publicist, freelance writer, and casino gaming correspondent. He is also the author of two very popular books, The Insider’s Guide to Internet Gambling and Thrifty Gambling.

Books by John G. Brokopp:

> More Books By John G. Brokopp