Podcast Interview with BJA Member “Ultimate”
Well, I had an opportunity to interview Ultimate to dive deeper into his story. In this Podcast we discuss: How he went from home gambling nights with his friends to studying card counting How he fit...
View ArticleIs Card Counting Illegal?
5 Things you should know about the legality of Card Counting: Card Counting is NOT illegal nor is it cheating. Card counting is simply using your brain. YES, casinos can ask you to stop playing....
View ArticlePodcast Interview with BJA Members “Spartan” and “levimich”
I was able to sit down recently with professional card counters, Spartan and levimich. They have been members of the BJA community for a while, they proved their skills at a Bootcamp, and they have...
View ArticlePodcast Interview with Bob Dancer
In my most recent trip to Las Vegas, Bob Dancer was kind enough to sit down with me for a podcast interview. For those who don’t know who Bob Dancer is, he’s a professional video poker player, author...
View ArticleProfile of a Card Counter: BJA Member “Ryemo”
I had the pleasure of meeting “Ryemo” while I was in Las Vegas for a recent Blackjack Bootcamp. He wasn’t attending the Bootcamp, but happened to be in town for a blackjack trip and was friends with...
View ArticleA Card Counter’s Guide to Betting at Blackjack
Knowing exactly what to bet is crucial to your success as a card counter. You could have perfect skills, but if you don’t have a bet spread that maximizes EV and minimizes your risk, you threaten your...
View ArticleThe Path to the first $100k
I love reading stories about the card counting heroes who came before us. I feel like it connects me to a greater story than my own. And honestly, some of the things people like John Chang, Ian...
View ArticleSome Gambling Myths you Should know
Here at Blackjack Apprenticeship, we are not fond of gambling. Sound strange? Well, it is true. When done right, counting cards is much more of an investment then a gamble because card counting is a...
View ArticleColin’s Guide to Deck Estimation
If you are using a balance count like Hi-Lo, the count we use and teach, then you will have to convert your “Running Count” to the “True Count.” The True Count gives you a “count per deck,” so you...
View ArticlePodcast Interview with BJA Member “HitA7”
I recently sat down with BJA Member and successful card counter, “HitA7.” HitA7 has become a friend over the past few years, and if you ever meet him (either one-on-one or at a Bootcamp), you’ll...
View ArticlePodcast Interview with BJA Member “JCnote”
If you’ve spent any time on the BJA Forum, you likely know who JCnote is. He’s our Forum admin, a regular Bootcamp Pro and guest speaker, and he has been a professional AP for most of the last 6...
View ArticleBJA Podcast –“The Phoenix” and the $300,000 Side Bet
BJA Pro “The Phoenix” spills the beans on the side bet that made him $300,000 in 10 months! In this interview we discuss: What “The Phoenix” has been doing since reaching his financial goals What led...
View ArticleCard Counting Online and Online Gambling
“Colin, can I count cards at one of those live dealer online blackjack games?” I get asked this question nearly every week. To answer the question, let me first explain the conditions needed to beat...
View ArticleProfile of a Card Counter: Spartan
Spartan, one of the Pros at BJA, has become a regular at our Blackjack Bootcamps and has become a friend in the past year. He was willing to share a bit about his journey as a card counter, including...
View ArticleColin’s Takeaways from the 22nd Annual Blackjack Ball
I just returned from 5 days in Las Vegas where I attended the 22nd annual Blackjack Ball. It was the first time my wife was able to join me, and Joe748 was in attendance as well. I learn a few things...
View ArticleAnnouncing the all new BlackjackApprenticeship.com!
The Mission at Blackjack Apprenticeship is: To train successful, profitable card counters To provide the best blackjack resources for card counters To create a place for meaningful community for card...
View ArticlePodcast Interview with BJA Member “Peacock”
Our most recent Podcast interview is with BJA Member, “Peacock.” Peacock has been a Member for several years now, is a multiple time Bootcamp attendee, and ran a two man team with another BJA Member....
View ArticleCharacteristics of a Successful Card Counter
Characteristics of a Successful Card Counter Chapter 4 SNEAK PEEK This is Chapter 4 of Colin’s upcoming book tentatively titled “The 21st Century Card Counter: Beating Today’s Blackjack for Tomorrow’s...
View ArticlePodcast Interview with Don Johnson
While in Las Vegas for this year’s Blackjack Ball, I was able to interview Blackjack Hall of Famer, Don Johnson. For those who don’t know his story, you can read up on how he used Loss Rebates (and...
View ArticleProfile of a Card Counter: kibbs299
by “kibbs299” Greetings BJA, I would like to take some time to introduce myself. I am a bootcamp (November 2017) graduate and was fortunate enough to stop by the 10 year anniversary party earlier in...
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