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[-] edgemaster72@lemmy.world 177 points 11 months ago

If he's been doing it every day for 20 years and can still afford to, he must be doing something right, right?

[-] Endorkend@kbin.social 146 points 11 months ago

Functioning alcoholic tier gambler.

[-] IWantToFuckSpez@kbin.social 84 points 11 months ago

Or he has an enabler. Like rich grand parents

[-] Jiggle_Physics@lemmy.world 56 points 11 months ago

He is in sports gambling as a profession. Writes about, gives advice, predictions, etc.

[-] PDFuego@lemmy.world 46 points 11 months ago

Oh man. I liked this post better when I thought it was a good joke.

[-] elauso@feddit.de 13 points 11 months ago

Yeah wtf! I thought this was a great "Ken M"-style troll, well done really. But this guy being serious makes this absurd.

[-] theodewere@kbin.social 41 points 11 months ago

so his enablers are other addicts.. he's a pusher..

[-] Jiggle_Physics@lemmy.world 36 points 11 months ago

He is a pusher, but his enablers are more like major casinos, sports organizations, etc. He is a dealer high on his own supply

[-] SuddenDownpour@sh.itjust.works 17 points 11 months ago

gives advice, predictions, etc.

Can you not abuse this position by betting on the option contrary than the one you're promoting, in order to increase your winnings?

[-] TropicalDingdong@lemmy.world 27 points 11 months ago

Bro you just explained crypto 2021

[-] Socsa@sh.itjust.works 2 points 11 months ago

And the NFL in 2023

[-] Jiggle_Physics@lemmy.world 9 points 11 months ago

yeah, however these types of jobs have existed for a long time. That is what Nate Silver of 538 did before doing what he does now. He might still do it too, don't know though. So, I assume, they have contracts and other methods of mitigating that conflict. I also assume that clients/employers do what they can to know if someone like him is trying to fuck them over. There are probably some pretty nasty consequences for getting caught too. I doubt they can ever get rid of all risk but, if the person is good, I imagine the risk benefit analysis falls into the favor of using people like him. You will find these types of entities scouting university math departments, especially statistics majors.

[-] xantoxis@lemmy.world 6 points 11 months ago

Jesus Christ I didn't believe you so I looked it up. What the fuck

[-] Jiggle_Physics@lemmy.world 4 points 11 months ago

If there is a way to make money there will be a industry made for it. If there is an industry for something there will be consultants for the businesses in the industry.

[-] XEAL@lemm.ee 90 points 11 months ago

That moment when you can't tell if John is a great troll or a terrible addict...

[-] MonkCanatella@sh.itjust.works 13 points 11 months ago
[-] XEAL@lemm.ee 15 points 11 months ago

I would lean more towards the guy being serious, but at the same he's so bold and oblivious to what being an addict means that for a moment it makes you think he's just messing with people.

[-] XEAL@lemm.ee 4 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago)

Or was he?

(Jeboa app takes to the wrong comment for some reason)

[-] SuddenDownpour@sh.itjust.works 57 points 11 months ago

So wholesome. Follow your passions.

[-] madcaesar@lemmy.world 6 points 11 months ago
[-] BigBananaDealer@lemm.ee 32 points 11 months ago

i will say that Uncut Gems made me understand why people can get so invested in sports gambling. i was shaking near the end and was so into that basketball game being played

[-] Ookami38@sh.itjust.works 21 points 11 months ago

That movie was concentrated anxiety for me. The gambling was one thing but just for a second, I wanted a moment of near silence instead of people yelling lol

[-] tabris@lemmy.world 3 points 11 months ago

That's exactly why I couldn't finish that movie, so many people talking, no one listening.

[-] Akasazh@feddit.nl 2 points 11 months ago

I've experience with a family member succumbing to addiction. I couldn't watch that movie.

[-] captainjaneway@lemmy.world 1 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago)

I think the ending of that movie was a little disappointing. I enjoyed the movie throughout, but I felt like the

spoilerEverybody dies

cliche was a bit frustrating. The high and sudden low took so much out of it. It was good. Maybe it was the right call, but it was so hard to experience.

[-] themeatbridge@lemmy.world 0 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago)

I never finished the movie because it was painfully obvious where it was going, and none of the characters had any redeeming qualities. The guy was a narcissist and a gambling addict, and he was going to get himself killed. Having known a few people like that, I didn't feel any suspense or even interest in what would happen next. If he wins, he's still on a self-destructive course. If he loses, he's dead. Or maybe something else happens outside of his control, but who gives a shit? It was just constant yelling and unnecessary friction.

[-] HawlSera@lemm.ee 28 points 11 months ago

Self Aware Wolf

[-] Okokimup@lemmy.world 9 points 11 months ago

This is like a joke from MASH. Paraphrased:

Colonel Potter offers Radar a cigar.

Radar: Aren't they habit forming?

Potter: I've been smoking every day for 40 years, never picked up the habit.

[-] The_Picard_Maneuver@startrek.website 4 points 11 months ago

I really need to watch M.A.S.H.

[-] Okokimup@lemmy.world 6 points 11 months ago

Highly recommend, it's one of my comfort shows. If you liked Scrubs, you'll probably like Mash.

[-] Emerald@lemmy.world 5 points 11 months ago

Image Transcription: Twitter Post and Replies


John Hyslop, @sloprules

Can't wait to gamble today. Literally shaking. That's called dedication.

NickWit2437, @wit2437

That's called an addiction

John Hyslop, @sloprules

Buddy, I've been gambling everyday for 20+ years. It's all I think about and I still haven't gotten addicted so doubt it's happening.

this post was submitted on 24 Nov 2023
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