{ thoughts on a world of chance from David G. Schwartz }

Seven Things You Should Know about Casinos

7 things

Where did cards come from? How about slot machines?

Who really started the Las Vegas Strip?

What was the mob doing in Las Vegas? Are they still there?

What’s the best bet in the casino?

What’s the worst?

Does card counting work?

How can I have a better time at the casino?

If you already know the answers to all of these questions, don’t bother inviting Dr. Schwartz to speak to your group. If you don’t, you are in for a fun, informative talk. You’ll never look at a casino in the same way again.

Seriously, this is an inside look at casinos from a former surveillance officer who is also one of today’s foremost gambling scholars. Your group will learn lots about casinos, and have fun doing it. This is an ideal luncheon keynote to keep the mood light while educating your group about some of the hidden pitfalls–and unknown treats–of Las Vegas.

For more information, please contact Dr. Schwartz.

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David G. Schwartz

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is the online home of David G. Schwartz, who writes extensively about Las Vegas, gambling, and history.

He's the Director of the Center for Gaming Research at UNLV and has a Ph.D. in United States history from UCLA. He's also taught a range of subjects, running the gamut from hospitality security to gambling history to writing creative non-fiction.

You can learn more about him on the about page.