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THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast

4Five Productions

The Window is a sports betting podcast hosted and produced by experienced betting analyst, Matt Russell. Matt dives deep into the NFL, NCAA sports, and the NHL, as well as March Madness, NBA Playoffs and Golf’s major championships. With extensive experience in the sports betting content space, Matt’s also a 2-time cash winner in the Las Vegas Supercontest, who believes in responsible gaming as a form of recreation. He celebrates and commiserates betting results with good humor. Join him and various

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All Episodes

00:56:46

HOW I SPENT MY SUMMER VACATION - Part 2 (8.24.24):...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2024/08/23

After three years of darkness, THE WINDOW is open again and brighter than ever! After a successful stint as the lead betting analyst with theScore, Matt returns with a plan for expansion of THE WINDOW, to be back in a big way. In this return episode, Matt breaks down his point of view of the sports betting content landscape, where it might be headed in line with other industries, and the experiment he wants you to be a part of this season. Finally, Matt looks at Saturday’s CFB kick-off - Georgia

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01:55:38

HOW I SPENT MY SUMMER “VACATION” (8.17): Major show...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/08/17

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) breaks down what’s happening with the podcast and why. Then he unloads the notebook on the upcoming NFL and NCAA season.

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01:19:27

LAS VEGAS NFL CONTESTS (7.28): Matty Simo and Jeff...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/07/28

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) discusses his experiences as he enters his 10th season of competing in the biggest NFL handicapping contests in the world. Matty Simo (@Vegas_Matty) of FootballContest.com joins Matt to discuss changes to the Supercontest and the two Circa Sports contests. Then Jeff Benson (@JeffreyBenson12) of Circa Sports drops by to discuss the thought process for Circa upping their prize pools to $10 million. Finally, Matt breaks down how YOU can join the “Friends of THE WINDOW”

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01:08:51

HOOP DREAMS (7.26): NBA Draft, Olympic Basketball,...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/07/26

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at the first weekend of the Tokyo Olympics, which included a big win in the pool. Then Sheldon Alexander (@ShelAlexander) joins Matt to breakdown whether Team USA is a good bet to get it together to win gold. Then the guys debate the Jalens atop the NBA Draft Board and dig into the Raptors being the key movers when it comes to betting draft props. Matt gives out a few reminders on tips for betting any draft, including why the game of ‘musical hats’ might

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01:20:53

TOKYO DRIFT (7.22): Betting the Summer Olympics with...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/07/23

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) is joined by Drew Dinsick (@Whale_Capper) of NBC’s ‘Bet The Edge’ Podcast, as the two have a rollicking discussion about the Tokyo Summer Games. Drew gives out some gold medal count bets, including why he’s fading the host nation. Matt makes Drew put on the maple leaf, and the two find some bets to make on the Canadians looking for gold in Japan. Finally, in the “Glimpse Round”, Matt peppers Drew with some of the lesser known sports. Will Drew have all the

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00:56:29

ST. GEORGES AND GIANNIS (7.19): British Open recap...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/07/19

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at the weekend at the British Open and how betting on historical happenings isn’t usually the best angle. Why everything fell the right way for Collin Morikawa and how he’s a lethal weapon when that happens. Then Matt brings in Sheldon Alexander (@ShelAlexander) to discuss the Bucks getting to within one win of an NBA Championship, and whether there’s anything left to bet on for Tuesday night.

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01:02:19

KOEPKA-PALOOZA? (7.14): British Open Preview w/...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/07/14

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) is joined by Jeff Staley (@CutmakerJeff) to help him breakdown the first British Open in two years. Jeff tells Matt the story of how he started betting on Brooks Koepka every major and the two discuss other contenders for the season’s final major. Then, Matt gives out his plays for the tournament and Game 4 of the NBA Finals with six prop bets and live-betting angles to watch for.

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01:07:08

GOOD THINGS COME IN THREES (7.12): EURO 2020 Final,...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/07/12

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) is joined by Sheldon Alexander (@ShelAlexander) to discuss the first 3 games of the NBA Finals and what each team is doing to try to exploit the other, and how we should use that to bet on various props for Game 4. But first, Matt looks back at a wild EURO 2020 final that cashes Italy +800 from before the tournament, why riding with them was a value play versus a bet based on a handicap, and what recreational betting means for betting on soccer.

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01:06:05

IT WAS ALWAYS VASILEVSKIY (7.8): Stanley Cup Playoff...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/07/08

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at the last game of the NHL season, as the Lightning win the Stanley Cup in five games. Matt looks back at the pre-series handicap to evaluate how his bets did. Then Matt breaks down a profitable run in the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Then Game 2 of the NBA FINALS has Matt wondering about what will be different from Game 1, and how to bet accordingly. Finally, what to do with an Italy +800 EURO 2020 ticket? Matt decides what he’s doing for Sunday’s

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00:49:58

FREAKIN’ OUT, FREAK IN (7.7): Giannis returns but...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/07/07

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at Game 1 of the NBA Finals, and how the surprise return of The Greek Freak shook up the betting markets and prop bets alike. Also, with his return, how should we treat the series after Game 1. Then Matt looks at what he hopes isn’t the final game of the NHL season, even if it feels that way. Finally, EURO 2020 keeps on thrilling as Italy survives and advances - why, at this stage, it shouldn’t matter how.

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00:56:27

SO YOU’RE TELLIN ME THERE’S A CHANCE (7.6): Habs win,...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/07/06

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals, as the Canadiens avoid the sweep. Why the series now feels like fair value for a 3-1 Lightning lead. Then Matt breaks down his bets for the NBA Finals, including a side and player props for Game 1. Finally, Ted Ballantyne (@TedBallantyne) makes his final appearance of the season, to discuss the semi-finals of EURO 2020, and his take on the NBA Finals.

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01:12:15

SUNS OF ANARCHY (7.5): NBA Finals Preview w/ Sheldon...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/07/05

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) is joined by Sheldon Alexander (@ShelAlexander) of the On Blast Podcast Network to break down all things NBA Finals. What are the important matchups between the Suns and Bucks, and how can we exploit the betting market in this unique series? Then Matt looks back at Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, and whether that’s a wrap on the successful betting run on the Montreal Canadiens. Finally, Matt looks back at the quarter-finals of EURO 2020.

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01:09:44

HOLIDAYS... AND PAULS...AND VASILEVSKIYS (7.2):...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/07/02

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks waaaay back at Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, and how we’d view the series if the Canadiens were scoring goals the way the Lightning are. Then Matt runs through the last two nights in the NBA, and what he’s seen from the Bucks, and why betting the Suns now is worth the risk to lock in a price. Finally, a refresher on what he’s hoping for in the quarterfinals of EURO 2020.

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00:56:36

NAUGHT’ GOOD FOR THE BUCKS (6.30): Bucks lose big in...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/06/30

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at Game 4 between the Bucks and Hawks, and the failed venture ‘Project Connaughton’, Giannis going down, and what to do about Game 5. Then Matt looks at tonight game between the Suns and Clippers and how everyone wants Phoenix to advance affecting the point spread. Then Matt goes off on society and how it’s reacted to Montreal losing Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. Finally, EURO 2020, more mixed results on Tuesday and how Matt’s betting the Quarter-Final

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00:48:53

DOWN IN THE DUMP-INS (6.29): The who, what, when,...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/06/29

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at Game One of the Stanley Cup Final. Why there was a lot to like from the loss for Montreal, even though there are a couple fatal flaws to their game. Matt breaks down the biggest issues for the Habs going forward. Then Matt looks back at the Clippers surprising win over the Suns, and why he might be on LA for Game Six. Then Matt has a bet or two for the Bucks-Hawks Game 4 but it’s not even close to what you’d expect. Then Matt relives Monday’s insane

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01:04:40

FLUSH WITH CASH (6.28): Stanley Cup Final Preview,...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/06/28

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at the big win for Montreal that put them into the Stanley Cup Final and put the podcast up over 17 units on the playoffs. Then Matt looks ahead to the Canadiens-Lightning series and the core principle for how he’ll bet this series. Then it’s Sheldon Alexander (@ShelAlexander) of the On Blast Podcast Network, to discuss the week that was in the NBA Playoffs, and what the odds might look like for the NBA Finals. Then Matt looks back at a wild weekend at EURO

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01:29:10

MAMA SAID KNOCK YOU OUT STAGE (6.24): TB/NYI go 7,...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/06/24

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) is joined by Ted Ballantyne to breakdown the Knockout Stage of EURO 2020, as they discuss bets to make for all eight Round of 16 games. But first, Matt looks back Game Six between Tampa and New York, and why a shift in plans may be in order for Game 7. Then Matt looks at how you might want to freeroll the Habs against the the Golden Knights, even if he isn’t, and what to do about the NBA Conference Finals.

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00:55:50

CANADA’S DAY (6.23): BILL C-218, The Habs, The Valley...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/06/23

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) breaks down what Bill C-218 should mean for the show, while the Habs win again continuing the success we’ve had planting our flag on that team. Then Matt looks back at the Suns dramatic win last night, but why his past self might have lost a bet on the game. Then Matt discusses the line moves in both the NHL and NBA games on the board. Plus, why Matt’s hoping a few teams go scoreless on Wednesday at EURO 2020.

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01:20:33

EIGHT IS MORE THAN ENOUGH (6.22): Tampa rolls, not...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/06/22

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at the blowout in Tampa last night, and ahead to Canadiens-Knights on Tuesday night. Why we might not want to bet on the Habs in game 5. Then Matt takes a look at the Clippers-Suns Game 2, and breaks down how hedging a big futures win can be harder than it seems when we make the bet. Finally, Matt looks at the last six games of the Group Stage at EURO 2020 - what do we need, and what do the teams need to set themselves up for success on their path to the

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01:25:04

MEGA SPORTS WEEKEND REVIEW (6.21): NBA w/ Sheldon...

THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast ·

2021/06/21

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) is joined by Sheldon Alexander (@ShelAlexander) to look back at the nightly chaos of the NBA Playoffs. Then Matt looks at a pair of games in Montreal over the weekend and why the Habs are performing better than their bettors could have hoped despite a brutal loss in Game 4. Then it’s a look back at the US Open as the favorite wins, but took the long route to get there. Finally, EURO 2020 gave us a pair of sweeps, both good and bad on the weekend.

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