Gambling myths in general?
November 24th, 2015 at 6:07:38 PM
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Slots myths.
Only play new slot games, as the Casino wants to get people addicted to them, so they make them ridiculously loose, and then in about 2 months, the Casino programs them to be tight.
The Casino makes the slots tight on Fridays, knowing that most people get paid on Fridays. Monday-Thursday slots are loose.
The Casino makes the slots tight when the Casino is crowded. They make them loose on less crowded times.
Playing with your player's card allows the slot/Casino to take track of your betting patterns and pay you accordingly(this one is kind of creepy). For example, they will pay you better when you play with .50 a spin versus $5 a spin.
Lottery myths.
It is always a good idea to buy scratch off Lottery tickets in packs of 12, as the odds of winning on a scratch off ticket is 1:12.
It is a good idea to only buy brand new scratch off tickets (first month is optimal)as the Lottery tends to put winning tickets in new games. Avoid ticket games that have been around for a year.
On draw games, play with close numbers. For example, if 8,20,25,30, and 36 came up yesterday, play 7,19,24, 29, and 35 today.
Play similar numbers in Cash 3 and Play 4. For example, if 3652 came up in Play 4, that means it is wise to play 365 in Cash 3, Box or straight very soon.
Play all 17 numbers in Lucky Money. You are guaranteed at least one winner.
These are myths, not to be taken as facts.
Only play new slot games, as the Casino wants to get people addicted to them, so they make them ridiculously loose, and then in about 2 months, the Casino programs them to be tight.
The Casino makes the slots tight on Fridays, knowing that most people get paid on Fridays. Monday-Thursday slots are loose.
The Casino makes the slots tight when the Casino is crowded. They make them loose on less crowded times.
Playing with your player's card allows the slot/Casino to take track of your betting patterns and pay you accordingly(this one is kind of creepy). For example, they will pay you better when you play with .50 a spin versus $5 a spin.
Lottery myths.
It is always a good idea to buy scratch off Lottery tickets in packs of 12, as the odds of winning on a scratch off ticket is 1:12.
It is a good idea to only buy brand new scratch off tickets (first month is optimal)as the Lottery tends to put winning tickets in new games. Avoid ticket games that have been around for a year.
On draw games, play with close numbers. For example, if 8,20,25,30, and 36 came up yesterday, play 7,19,24, 29, and 35 today.
Play similar numbers in Cash 3 and Play 4. For example, if 3652 came up in Play 4, that means it is wise to play 365 in Cash 3, Box or straight very soon.
Play all 17 numbers in Lucky Money. You are guaranteed at least one winner.
These are myths, not to be taken as facts.
November 24th, 2015 at 9:38:23 PM
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Quote: KentrySlots myths.
Only play new slot games, as the Casino wants to get people addicted to them, so they make them ridiculously loose, and then in about 2 months, the Casino programs them to be tight.
The Casino makes the slots tight on Fridays, knowing that most people get paid on Fridays. Monday-Thursday slots are loose.
The Casino makes the slots tight when the Casino is crowded. They make them loose on less crowded times.
Playing with your player's card allows the slot/Casino to take track of your betting patterns and pay you accordingly(this one is kind of creepy). For example, they will pay you better when you play with .50 a spin versus $5 a spin.
Lottery myths.
It is always a good idea to buy scratch off Lottery tickets in packs of 12, as the odds of winning on a scratch off ticket is 1:12.
It is a good idea to only buy brand new scratch off tickets (first month is optimal)as the Lottery tends to put winning tickets in new games. Avoid ticket games that have been around for a year.
On draw games, play with close numbers. For example, if 8,20,25,30, and 36 came up yesterday, play 7,19,24, 29, and 35 today.
Play similar numbers in Cash 3 and Play 4. For example, if 3652 came up in Play 4, that means it is wise to play 365 in Cash 3, Box or straight very soon.
Play all 17 numbers in Lucky Money. You are guaranteed at least one winner.
These are myths, not to be taken as facts.
I have one truth when it comes to the lottery. If you are going to play and want to not share the money with as many people if you do win, play at least one number over 31. A huge amount of people play birthdays, so you are more likely to share a jackpot if all your numbers are 31 or under.
ZCore13
I am an employee of a Casino. Former Table Games Director,, current Pit Supervisor. All the personal opinions I post are my own and do not represent the opinions of the Casino or Tribe that I work for.
November 25th, 2015 at 2:10:34 AM
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No idea what the scratch tickets are that you're playing or where you were buying them, but the Florida scratch-offs are no worse than 1:4.something, and above $5, they're 1:3.something (ticket's chance of winning). It's listed on the back of each ticket for that particular game. With very few exceptions, the value of the ticket is at least the purchase price. They're issued in blocks of $300, so the $20's are in 15-blocks, the $10's are in 30's, etc.
If the House lost every hand, they wouldn't deal the game.
November 25th, 2015 at 2:46:47 AM
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Quote: KentryAvoid ticket games that have been around for a year.
Around here, the lottery retailers all display a notice next to their scratchers about which games have already had all the top prizes claimed. The notice is updated daily (it prints out on the same machine that they print of pick-number lottery tickets).
Those would be good games to avoid.
May the cards fall in your favor.
November 25th, 2015 at 3:02:55 AM
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Beach Babs, I got that advice about the odds being 1:12 from some Lottery tips website. It's a Gambling Myth, so no need to have a fact attatched to it. ;)
November 25th, 2015 at 7:19:13 AM
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Slots that can be seen by people walking by are looser than other slots - that way, passers-by see people winning and are more likely to play.
Slots are set to pay off their listed percentages within a fixed period of time/spins (i.e. if a machine is advertised as 95%, then it has to pay off, say, $9500 of every "block of $10,000" it takes in). Among other things, this would make it impossible to hit a jackpot, since that "block" would pay out more than 95%.
In MegaMillions or Powerball, play 1-2-3-4-5/6, since it is as likely as any other set of numbers and "nobody" plays 1-2-3-4-5/6, so you won't have to share the jackpot. (In fact, either Steve Jobs or Steve Wozniak appeared in an ad for California's Lotto and said that he played 1-2-3-4-5-6.)
Slots are set to pay off their listed percentages within a fixed period of time/spins (i.e. if a machine is advertised as 95%, then it has to pay off, say, $9500 of every "block of $10,000" it takes in). Among other things, this would make it impossible to hit a jackpot, since that "block" would pay out more than 95%.
In MegaMillions or Powerball, play 1-2-3-4-5/6, since it is as likely as any other set of numbers and "nobody" plays 1-2-3-4-5/6, so you won't have to share the jackpot. (In fact, either Steve Jobs or Steve Wozniak appeared in an ad for California's Lotto and said that he played 1-2-3-4-5-6.)
November 25th, 2015 at 8:22:25 AM
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The slots adjacent to the table games pits are notoriously tight. The casino doesn't want the table games players to be constantly annoyed by the sounds/lights that accompany slot jackpots.
However, just politely ask a slot attendant where the loose machines are. They know.
And finally, an oldie but a goodie...
The casinos pump extra oxygen into the floor so the patrons can stay awake and alert and at the tables longer!
However, just politely ask a slot attendant where the loose machines are. They know.
And finally, an oldie but a goodie...
The casinos pump extra oxygen into the floor so the patrons can stay awake and alert and at the tables longer!
"Dealer has 'rock'... Pay 'paper!'"
November 25th, 2015 at 8:29:42 AM
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Quote: JoemanAnd finally, an oldie but a goodie...
The casinos pump extra oxygen into the floor so the patrons can stay awake and alert and at the tables longer!
I think I still partially believe this one..
November 25th, 2015 at 8:50:30 AM
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Quote: RSQuote: JoemanAnd finally, an oldie but a goodie...
The casinos pump extra oxygen into the floor so the patrons can stay awake and alert and at the tables longer!
I think I still partially believe this one..
It's not true. Think about how big casinos are. Think about how tall the ceilings are.
How much oxygen would they have to pump in for it to make any difference? How much would that cost?
It's an urban legend. It has never happened.
ZCore13
I am an employee of a Casino. Former Table Games Director,, current Pit Supervisor. All the personal opinions I post are my own and do not represent the opinions of the Casino or Tribe that I work for.
November 25th, 2015 at 9:27:09 AM
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Quote: Zcore13
It's not true. Think about how big casinos are. Think about how tall the ceilings are.
How much oxygen would they have to pump in for it to make any difference? How much would that cost?
It's an urban legend. It has never happened.
ZCore13
Although, many casinos are known to spike their drinks with Dihydrogen Monoxide (DHMO), causing a variety of effects in the patrons. We use it in our own facility unfortunately.
This feeling is heavy, makes my body ache and I'm ready;
To fall into the sky and I see now, the reason why.
My heart is heavy, takes me to a place I can't breathe.
Only then I know why I see the warning sign.
November 25th, 2015 at 9:40:45 AM
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Quote: DodsferdAlthough, many casinos are known to spike their drinks with Dihydrogen Monoxide (DHMO), causing a variety of effects in the patrons. We use it in our own facility unfortunately.
I don't know how unfortunate it is, but as you know, many establishments do use it.
ZCore13
I am an employee of a Casino. Former Table Games Director,, current Pit Supervisor. All the personal opinions I post are my own and do not represent the opinions of the Casino or Tribe that I work for.
November 25th, 2015 at 9:50:16 AM
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Quote: Zcore13I don't know how unfortunate it is, but as you know, many establishments do use it.
ZCore13
Casinos are using DHMO in order to enhance alcohol to help immobilize their patrons and induce catatonia. The ATF agency should look into this.
November 25th, 2015 at 10:20:54 AM
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Quote: DodsferdAlthough, many casinos are known to spike their drinks with Dihydrogen Monoxide (DHMO), causing a variety of effects in the patrons. We use it in our own facility unfortunately.
I hear that it's used quite a lot in the bathrooms.
Did you know that it is a key component in "acid rain"?
November 25th, 2015 at 11:01:52 AM
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Dihydrogen monoxide can be found almost everywhere, it's not specific to casinos (although, casinos do use it). The government doesn't seem to mind it, even though a ton of people have died from the stuff.
November 25th, 2015 at 11:04:44 AM
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I have seen them use DHMO to clean tables, chairs, even ashtrays. I've even heard it referred to as the Universal Solvent for its strong cleansing properties. I don't know how they get away with putting it in drinks. There ought to be a law.
If the House lost every hand, they wouldn't deal the game.
November 25th, 2015 at 11:08:27 AM
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Quote: RSDihydrogen monoxide can be found almost everywhere, it's not specific to casinos (although, casinos do use it). The government doesn't seem to mind it, even though a ton of people have died from the stuff.
Believe it or not, death from Dihydrogen Monoxide kills about 372,000 people every year. It's the 3rd leading cause of unintentional death in the world. Source
More dangerous than guns. Not sure why it's still allowed anywhere???
ZCore13
I am an employee of a Casino. Former Table Games Director,, current Pit Supervisor. All the personal opinions I post are my own and do not represent the opinions of the Casino or Tribe that I work for.
November 25th, 2015 at 11:12:34 AM
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Naturally occurring levels of DHMO found in lake mead have been on the decrease in recent years; not surprisingly, much to the chagrin of the casinos.
November 25th, 2015 at 11:46:30 AM
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I love you guys.
This feeling is heavy, makes my body ache and I'm ready;
To fall into the sky and I see now, the reason why.
My heart is heavy, takes me to a place I can't breathe.
Only then I know why I see the warning sign.
November 25th, 2015 at 11:48:41 AM
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Hmm, mystery solved. Originally I thought it was Rohypnol, but after reading this I'm certain they spiked AOS's drink with extra DHMO. That mixed with the alcohol caused a dream like state that ultimately caused him to wonder around counting by five instead of one, therefore reaching the number 30 more quickly.
♪♪Now you swear and kick and beg us That you're not a gamblin' man Then you find you're back in Vegas With a handle in your hand♪♪ Your black cards can make you money So you hide them when you're able In the land of casinos and money You must put them on the table♪♪ You go back Jack do it again roulette wheels turinin' 'round and 'round♪♪ You go back Jack do it again♪♪
November 25th, 2015 at 11:58:23 AM
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I believe our government is even trying to ban Dihydrogen Monoxide Boarding as a form of torture.
At my age, a "Life In Prison" sentence is not much of a deterrent.
November 25th, 2015 at 12:04:12 PM
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A common form of DHMO is known to cause debilitating, excruciating headaches, yet casinos still provide it to patrons often without even asking. I know better - I typically ask casinos not to put any in my food or drink.Quote: Zcore13Believe it or not, death from Dihydrogen Monoxide kills about 372,000 people every year. It's the 3rd leading cause of unintentional death in the world. Source
More dangerous than guns. Not sure why it's still allowed anywhere???
"In my own case, when it seemed to me after a long illness that death was close at hand, I found no little solace in playing constantly at dice."
-- Girolamo Cardano, 1563
November 25th, 2015 at 12:16:50 PM
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Interesting. In my job, I routinely measure the quantity of DHMO vapors in the atmosphere, and I have some good news for those of you in Vegas. It appears that the concentrations are typically much less in Vegas than other areas of the country.
The bad news is that I'm fairly certain this is a substance that they do pump into the casino floor atmosphere.
The bad news is that I'm fairly certain this is a substance that they do pump into the casino floor atmosphere.
"Dealer has 'rock'... Pay 'paper!'"
November 25th, 2015 at 2:12:30 PM
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They've been using DHMO in area 51 for decades. How do you think they developed stealth?
November 25th, 2015 at 2:23:59 PM
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Table myth.
A Casino staff can kick you out for winning too much money at table games.
A Casino staff can kick you out for winning too much money at table games.
November 25th, 2015 at 2:30:50 PM
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Kentry please keep this on topic or move along and start your own threads. This is a DHMO thread silly.Quote: KentryTable myth.
A Casino staff can kick you out for winning too much money at table games.
♪♪Now you swear and kick and beg us That you're not a gamblin' man Then you find you're back in Vegas With a handle in your hand♪♪ Your black cards can make you money So you hide them when you're able In the land of casinos and money You must put them on the table♪♪ You go back Jack do it again roulette wheels turinin' 'round and 'round♪♪ You go back Jack do it again♪♪
November 25th, 2015 at 2:31:30 PM
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Quote: KentryTable myth.
A Casino staff can kick you out for winning too much money at table games.
You would think this would be true but sadly no. At South Beach Casino (Indian Casino in Manitoba) a 70 year old Asian lady was flat betting 3 hands at $500 a hand and won $90,000. She was informed by the casino manager under direct orders from her superstitious boss that she was welcome to come to the casino but was banned from all BJ games. I had just started dealing there and thought this was crazy, but after 13 months of dealing there I realized this was just the tip of iceberg. The guy running the casino would watch the tables from his desktop in his office and if someone was paying too much he would call the pit and get the dealer moved to a new table. He would continue this if the new dealer paid too much as well. The funny part is most of the games were shoe dealt so when a new dealer came in they were dealing the exact same cards that the previous dealer would have dealt anyway.
You can shear a sheep a hundred times, but you can skin it only once. — Amarillo Slim Preston
November 25th, 2015 at 2:58:35 PM
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"It's not called gambling if the math is on your side."
November 25th, 2015 at 3:09:32 PM
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This is my own thread, Axel. :)
November 25th, 2015 at 3:39:05 PM
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Quote: KentryThis is my own thread, Axel. :)
False. Your thread has been hijacked. :)
November 25th, 2015 at 3:53:13 PM
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Quote: KentryTable myth.
A Casino staff can kick you out for winning too much money at table games.
That's not a myth.
ZCore13
I am an employee of a Casino. Former Table Games Director,, current Pit Supervisor. All the personal opinions I post are my own and do not represent the opinions of the Casino or Tribe that I work for.
November 25th, 2015 at 7:27:43 PM
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RS, I can't believe how badly my thread has become hijacked. ;)
November 25th, 2015 at 7:40:16 PM
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Keep thinking that.Quote: KentryThis is my own thread, Axel. :)
♪♪Now you swear and kick and beg us That you're not a gamblin' man Then you find you're back in Vegas With a handle in your hand♪♪ Your black cards can make you money So you hide them when you're able In the land of casinos and money You must put them on the table♪♪ You go back Jack do it again roulette wheels turinin' 'round and 'round♪♪ You go back Jack do it again♪♪
November 25th, 2015 at 7:51:10 PM
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Quote: KentryTable myth.
A Casino staff can kick you out for winning too much money at table games.
This was never a myth, are you serious? It's one
of the biggest reasons they WILL kick you out.
You hear about it all the time. I got kicked out
of the Klondike for winning $400 in 20 min
on BJ, and I wasn't even counting. Some pits
are the most superstitious places on earth, of course
they'll get rid of you if they think you're on a
streak.
"It's not called gambling if the math is on your side."
