About The Reluctant Winner
Learn about the author's journey and the mission to educate about the mathematics and psychology of gambling.
The Reluctant Expert
I never intended to become an expert in gambling psychology. Like many, I stumbled into it through personal experience and an oddly wired brain that sees everything through the lens of probability and expected value.
When I drove an ATV off a mountain in Park City, I felt oddly serene as it tumbled toward the rocks and treetops below. A neurologist later told me my brain was fine, except for anxiety, depression, and a touch of ADD. "With reasoning scores like these," he added, "you could do just about whatever you like."
My Philosophy
For the 99%
Gambling is entertainment with a guaranteed cost. If you can afford that cost and control your exposure, fine. But understand: the mathematics guarantee you will lose money over time. This isn't opinion—it's mathematical fact.
For the 1%
A tiny minority can identify and exploit true mathematical advantages. This requires exceptional discipline, substantial capital, and emotional detachment. It's not glamorous—it's methodical, boring, and psychologically demanding.
"I am not pro-gambling or anti-gambling. I am pro-mathematics and anti-delusion."
Credentials & Experience
Education
M.S. Applied Mathematics, B.A. Economics. Specialized in probability theory and behavioral economics.
Research
12 peer-reviewed papers on gambling psychology, risk perception, and addiction neuroscience.
Experience
7 years analyzing gambling markets, 3 years generating positive returns through mathematical edge identification.
The Mission
To provide mathematically accurate, psychologically informed analysis of gambling and risk—without the industry bias or recovery movement ideology.
The numbers don't lie. The psychology is measurable. The choice is yours.