Double Down Michigan: A Podcast by the Michigan Gaming Control Board
On the Double Down Michigan podcast, we explore topics related to the gaming industry in Michigan. Host Henry Williams, Michigan Gaming Control Board executive director, discusses responsible gaming, gaming legislation in our state, industry news, current trends and more. We feature special guests from the gaming industry so you can get the inside scoop. Be sure to subscribe to Double Down Michigan: A Podcast by the Michigan Gaming Control Board to stay up to date on the latest in gaming. Thank you for listening!
Podcasting since 2023 • 35 episodes
Double Down Michigan: A Podcast by the Michigan Gaming Control Board
Latest Episodes
Episode 33: Beyond the Bet: Marlene Warner on Problem Gambling, Public Health, and Michigan’s Path Forward
In this episode of Double Down Michigan, we’re joined by Marlene Warner, a nationally recognized leader in gambling harm reduction and CEO of The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health, along with guest host Jasmine Tompkins, Direc...
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Episode 32: A Veteran Regulator’s View of Michigan Gaming Oversight
In this episode of Double Down Michigan, we sit down with Tom, the very first Regulation Officer hired by the Michigan Gaming Control Board, for an insider’s look at the evolution of gaming oversight in the state. From shaping a brand-...
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Episode 31: A Parent’s Guide to Keeping Kids Safe Online from Adult Content
In this episode of Double Down Michigan, we’re joined by Alisha Meneely from the Michigan Children’s Protection Registry to talk about how families can better protect children from harmful online content. Alisha breaks down how the ...
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Episode 30: Uncovering Illegal Gaming Through Forensic Investigation
Ever wonder what happens to illegal gaming machines after they’re seized? Go behind the scenes with Aaron Pongracz, Departmental Analyst in the MGCB Gaming Lab, as he shares the fascinating world of forensic analysis in gaming regulation.
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Episode 29: Reflecting on a Legacy in Gaming Regulation
In this episode, we sit down with David Rebuck, former Director of the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement, to reflect on his extraordinary 36-year career in gaming regulation. From launching the nation’s first internet casino gambling ma...
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