What is the card game where everyone puts a card on their forehead? [more inside]
posted by Wink Ricketts on Oct 31, 2009 - 17 answers

On a single round of betting at a casino what is the best odds? (One that doesn't require skill such as BJ or Poker. Something where I can just walk up and put a chip(s) somewhere like Roulette or Craps.) [more inside]
posted by who else on Aug 22, 2009 - 29 answers

Why are so many contests limited to the continental United States? [more inside]
posted by yesno on Aug 13, 2009 - 7 answers

As a Canadian, how do I recover gambling tax withholding from winnings at Las Vegas casinos? [more inside]
posted by albertagirl on Aug 5, 2009 - 8 answers

i've been recruited to help set the stakes for a friendly wager on the ole miss / alabama game in october. while money can be involved, the bet should be more centered around humiliation of some sort. any ideas for an entertaining bet between an already-tough-to-embarrass male and female friend?
posted by ames on Aug 4, 2009 - 13 answers

My 7 year old son has developed a passion for money. He enjoys collecting unusual coins and bills, spotting bargains at the grocery, playing 'store' and (yikes) making bets for cash. His favorite character is Mr. Crabs. Finance is not my specialty *snort* so any suggestions for age appropriate sites/activities that revolve around the wise use of filthy lucre will be appreciated. [more inside]
posted by maryh on Jul 21, 2009 - 26 answers

Casino player's card free play: Is it actually possible to win any money? [more inside]
posted by mudpuppie on Jul 16, 2009 - 17 answers

How can I find out which Indian casinos in Oklahoma do NOT charge an ante? [more inside]
posted by Mr. Justice on Apr 25, 2009 - 4 answers

Theoretically, what would be the best way to game the ESPN 'Streak for the Cash' game? (Note: I do not actually want to do this) [more inside]
posted by rooftop secrets on Feb 19, 2009 - 13 answers

To what level was pinball banned in New York in the 1940s? [more inside]
posted by zacharyseibert on Feb 11, 2009 - 6 answers

What party games do you like to play during the superbowl? We're throwing a party, and I'm trying to hedge against a blowout. [more inside]
posted by jenkinsEar on Jan 30, 2009 - 9 answers

Do I have to show up in person at a casino sportsbook to redeem a winning futures bet? [more inside]
posted by mbd1mbd1 on Jan 28, 2009 - 4 answers

What are the chances, in blackjack, that I will start with 15, and the dealer will be showing a 10 (or face card worth 10)? [more inside]
posted by gummo on Oct 28, 2008 - 8 answers

Does the fact that the betting markets still give Hillary Clinton a 1 in 55 chance of being President in 2008, mean that that is a reasonable estimate of the chance that Obama is assassinated before the election? What else could justify those odds now?
posted by zaebiz on Sep 1, 2008 - 14 answers

Gambling and the IRS: I've been honing my poker skills and I think I'm ready to take my game to the next level: professionally. If I begin making gains at both casinos and online, what is my duty in terms of declarations and bookkeeping while filing my taxes?
posted by Christ, what an asshole on Aug 5, 2008 - 12 answers

Is cancelling my health insurance and investing the money instead a good bet, or a foolhardy risk? I'm young, in good health, and have no chronic health conditions. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 26, 2008 - 47 answers

I would like others to explain to me why some non-Christian people abstain from certain “sinful” activities…and how to interact with them. [more inside]
posted by sixcolors on Jul 24, 2008 - 58 answers

Where can I find a craps table felt tablecloth in/around Dallas, Texas by Friday? [more inside]
posted by nataliecay on Jul 17, 2008 - 9 answers

How much money would it take to deal blackjack for a night? [more inside]
posted by samph on Jul 11, 2008 - 5 answers

Belmont Stakes question: What was the payout on a 2 dollar exacta box (24 dollar total wager because the box had four horses) that included Da'Tara and Denis of Cork?
posted by zembla3 on Jun 7, 2008 - 2 answers

As mentioned before in this post, my house is running a jello wrestling night. Now that we have the logistics set up, I would like to make some extra cash on taking bets. What is the best way to do this? [more inside]
posted by Blandanomics on May 23, 2008 - 11 answers

How popular is "Coin Flipping"? [more inside]
posted by Tube on May 3, 2008 - 15 answers

Sports Betting Filter: How can I determine approximately how much money was bet on the NCAA (men's basketball) tournament last year and where that ranks on the most gambled-upon sporting events of the year? [more inside]
posted by sjuhawk31 on Feb 29, 2008 - 5 answers

Can any of you recommend a cool, affordable hotel in Las Vegas? [more inside]
posted by chinese_fashion on Dec 17, 2007 - 28 answers

math-and-logic-filter: only two more floors - I'm almost there! or am I? [more inside]
posted by krautland on Jul 20, 2007 - 31 answers

Any suggestions for a fun, relaxing time with my future in-laws in the Washington, D.C. area this weekend? [more inside]
posted by buddha9090 on May 17, 2007 - 16 answers

Where's the best poker room in Shreveport / Bossier City, Louisiana? [more inside]
posted by ivarley on Mar 1, 2007 - 3 answers

Taiwan 2008 Presidential elections: What are the odds? [more inside]
posted by priorpark17 on Feb 15, 2007 - 1 answer

How long would it take the average gambler to lose $50 in Las Vegas? Assume that they're playing at the lowest-stakes table possible. [more inside]
posted by tweebiscuit on Jan 17, 2007 - 17 answers

Where (online) can I gamble on what will be announced at MacWorld tomorrow? [more inside]
posted by hihowareyou on Jan 8, 2007 - 11 answers

Mathematicians, I've always suspected there is a real opportunity to exploit the inefficiencies of the online sports betting markets and amateur bettors and make serious money. Have you felt the same way or am I kidding myself? [more inside]
posted by vizsla on Dec 17, 2006 - 7 answers

Can I legally gamble online anymore? [more inside]
posted by unreasonable on Dec 11, 2006 - 15 answers

I know somebody who has the opportunity to design casino-worthy playing cards. What does a playing card need? [more inside]
posted by ardgedee on Nov 14, 2006 - 5 answers

I think my brother is addicted to online poker... [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 1, 2006 - 22 answers

PartyPoker is gone. Where do I go now? [more inside]
posted by kingjoeshmoe on Oct 14, 2006 - 17 answers

What happens when a country violates the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS)? In particular, what does another country's "suspending concessions" involve? [more inside]
posted by gorillawarfare on Oct 6, 2006 - 3 answers

Which poker site has the best players? Or am I just a terrible poker player? [more inside]
posted by Ugh on Sep 26, 2006 - 31 answers

I've made an online game that involves gambling with worthless chips. If I were to sell (but not buy) these worthless chips, would I become subject to various laws concerning gambling? What if I sell membership, and that comes with a free allotment of chips? Basically I want people to feel like they're actually losing something when they lose to keep the game interesting, but I don't want to run an actual gambling site where people play for profit. If it matters, I'm thinking about something like $1 for enough chips to last a week or two, and I'm in the US.
posted by scottreynen on Aug 18, 2006 - 11 answers

How do I interpret the odds at Tradesports.com? [more inside]
posted by VillageLion on Aug 10, 2006 - 2 answers

I'm going to Las Vegas in the middle of next month (September 2006) and intend to play poker while there. [more inside]
posted by BigLankyBastard on Aug 7, 2006 - 10 answers

Web hosting and "illegal" activity [more inside]
posted by AmbroseChapel on Jul 22, 2006 - 24 answers

Is it against the law for US citizens or residents to trade on overseas futures markets such as TradeSports.com? [more inside]
posted by sebrenner on Jun 16, 2006 - 1 answer

GamblingFilter: How does a person reserve a poker room at a casino not in Atlantic City or Las Vegas? [more inside]
posted by plaidrabbit on Jun 10, 2006 - 4 answers

Is online gambling legal in Oregon? [more inside]
posted by Marla Singer on Jun 10, 2006 - 22 answers

Help me use the Off Track Betting facility. [more inside]
posted by miniape on Apr 19, 2006 - 3 answers

North Carolina starts its new statewide lottery next week. Is it reasonable to assume that in the early days the lottery company will offer more than the usual number of small prizes as a way to get folks excited? I saw this thread, and this comment that claims it's true the odds are better at the start of new games, but I'm looking for evidence of actual lottery practice.
posted by mediareport on Mar 22, 2006 - 1 answer

I'm trying to figure out what the appeal of Second Life is. [more inside]
posted by cellphone on Mar 2, 2006 - 10 answers

Need help coming up with the name of a former Vegas gambler who was murdered in Costa Rica. [more inside]
posted by DieHipsterDie on Feb 16, 2006 - 5 answers

I've begun playing some casual Texas Hold'Em with friends (some of whom are far less casual). I don't really know what I'm doing. Thus far I am 15% ahead (of my cumulative buyin), but that's only be because I fold early and often. I mostly get into trouble when I play weak hands or try to bluff, so I don't tend to do either. I'd like some additional pointers. [more inside]
posted by jdroth on Dec 22, 2005 - 27 answers

I've got a relative with a gambling problem. How can I fix it so PartyPoker (and its evil twins) will never be able to be played on this computer ever again?
posted by monsterhero on Nov 19, 2005 - 9 answers