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The NBA Title is Within Reach - Analysis of Game 5 of the NBA Finals With Jess Udy Jul 19, 2021

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Mark Thomas is joined by Jess Udy to break down the thrilling game 5 of the NBA Finals. Mark walks through the emotional lows and highs of the game, from falling behind by 16 points in the first quarter to one of the most iconic plays in NBA Finals History with Jrue Holiday's steal and alley-oop pass to Giannis.

Mark also breaks down his shrewd thought process for timing a trip back to Milwaukee and in buying tickets to game 6. And then somehow, Mark and Jess wrap up with NFL talk again. Let's go Bucks!

Bucks Bounce Back! Analysis of Game 3 of the NBA Finals With Jess Udy Jul 12, 2021

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Jess Udy is back on the pod and he and Mark talk about the Bucks great win in game 3 of the NBA Finals. But first, they talk about the other Bucs (Tampa Bay) and why we're looking at another Green Bay / Tampa Bay NFC Championship game this season if Rodgers comes back. Then Mark gives the case both for and against the Milwaukee Bucks winning the title, meanwhile Jess thinks the Bucks are in a really good place and should win it all, Then Jess challenges Mark to watch some UFC / MMA, and Mark challenges Jess to play some 9-ball.

Argh, Bucks Lose Game 1 of the NBA Finals Jul 07, 2021

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ZenSports Marketing Manager, Ally Mielnicki, joins Mark on the latest Ball and Chain podcast episode to discuss game 1 of the NBA Finals. But first, Mark recaps a wild weekend in LA and what it was like for the Bucks to make the Finals for the first time in 47 years. Then Ally and Mark break down what happened in game 1 and what the Bucks need to do to get back on track during game 2.

Bucks beat the Nets! And Other NBA Conference Semi's Analysis with Jess Udy Jun 21, 2021

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Bucks do the unthinkable and beat the Nets on the road in Game 7. As a Bucks fan since 1988, this one feels great for host Mark Thomas. But before they dive into how the Bucks did it, Mark gives Jess the floor to lament about his Jazz and what went wrong against the Clippers. Plus why the Sixers got ousted by the Hawks and what to expect in Bucks/Hawks and Clippers/Suns. #FearTheDeer

Fantasy Sports and Raising Awareness on Gaming Industry Issues with Chase Payne from Champions Round Jun 15, 2021

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Chase Payne is the Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer at Champions Round, and sits on the Board of Directors at the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association. Chase joins Mark to discuss how Fantasy Sports can and will become more interactive via content and providing the technology formats that consumers want.

They talk about how professional and collegiate athletes can further their Name Image Likeness via NFT's. Lastly, they chat about the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association and how the organization is raising awareness and furthering the growth for the gaming industry.

The Legal Side of Esports and the Future of Esports Leagues with Justin Jacobson Jun 10, 2021

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Mark is joined by Justin Jacobson, an entertainment and Esports attorney located in New York City. They discuss a wide array of topics within Esports, including athlete intellectual property, the integrity of betting in Esports, and how Esports leagues and tournaments can become more structured and mainstream.

They also discuss Justin's latest book, "The Essential Guide to the Business & Law of Esports & Professional Video Gaming", which he currently uses in his curriculum as an Adjunct Professor for Esports Leadership Development at University of North Carolina Wilmington.

Jess Udy Returns to Discuss Bucks/Jazz, NBA Playoff Predictions, and Drinking Beer in Utah Jun 04, 2021

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Jess Udy returns to the Ball and Chain podcast for his first of many weekly guest appearances moving forward. Jess and Mark talk about how the Jazz and Bucks inflicted total destruction on their opponents in round 1. They give their predictions for the rest of the playoffs (including a Bitcoin bet between the two!) and discuss what's up with tiny crowds in LA.

They also break down what the beer-drinking scene is like in Utah, how Cam Newton should play for the Portland Trail Blazers, how Drew, er we mean Eric Bledsoe should play quarterback for the Patriots, and Jess' recent move to Tampa, FL.

The Return of Vegas and Effective Casino Marketing Strategies with Josh Swissman from The Strategy Organization Jun 02, 2021

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Ball and Chain host Mark Thomas is joined by Josh Swissman — who is a former senior marketing executive at MGM Resorts International and Station Casinos, and is now the founding partner at The Strategy Organization.

Josh talks about how consumer demand for Vegas is back to pre-pandemic levels, and the outlook for business travel coming back to Vegas. Josh also discusses what it was like to market an in-person entertainment experience for Vegas casinos during Covid, what he's now doing post-Covid, and what the future of casino gaming looks like in the next 5 years.

Aaron Rodgers Gossip and Sports Betting in Canada with Chris Amberley from The Sports Network May 19, 2021

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Mark is joined by Chris Amberley from TSN Canada to discuss what the sports betting and media market are like north of the border. But first! They hypothesize on the Aaron Rodgers saga and the will he/won't he be back discussion. Mark and Chris also chat about the state of the NHL and the future of decentralized finance.

Fantasy Sports Strategies with Tony Cutillo from Fox Sports and Rize and React Media May 14, 2021

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Tony Cutillo, Fantasy Sports Contributor to Fox Sports The Gambler and CEO of Rize and React Media, talks with Mark about the difference between season fantasy sports and daily fantasy sports, strategies for winning at both, and how he communicates his research and tips on-air to the audience. They also discuss what it means to find your passion and to be a founder of your own company.

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