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The concept of “Kind” vs “Wicked” learning environments was studied and penned by cognitive psychologist Robin Hogarth. A kind learning environment is a domain that provides regular and accurate feedback as to which decisions or actions will result in positive

BASIC STRATEGY

Basic Strategy. For every hand in blackjack, there is one and only one correct play. Basic strategy is the set of optimal playing decisions that will maximize the expected result of your playing strategy. Basic strategy is the foundation of professional blackjack and is the first step that must be mastered. WICKED LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS The concept of “Kind” vs “Wicked” learning environments was studied and penned by cognitive psychologist Robin Hogarth. A kind learning environment is a domain that provides regular and accurate feedback as to which decisions or actions will result in positive outcomes. Video games, golf and chess are good examples of kind

learning

GAMING JEOPARDY!

Gaming Jeopardy! by Mike Aponte | posted in: Game Theory. |. 1. In winning his first four games on Jeopardy, Arthur Chu has caused a stir among fans of the television show. Chu has employed a number of game strategies that have annoyed and even enraged some of the show’s followers. 1) Hunting for Daily Doubles – Instead of moving GRIFFIN INVESTIGATIONS Griffin Investigations. This was my first entry into the black book of Griffin Investigations. Griffin was a detective agency that maintained a database of casino “undesirables.”. Once you made it into the Griffin book, any casino that subscribed to their service could check you against the database. The left most picture is my senior year WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME A CARD COUNTER What it takes to become a card counter – Part 1. One of the questions I’m often asked – “What is the most important trait in becoming a professional card counter?”. The first thing that jumps to mind for most people is genius mathematical ability. Being good at math is a plus, but the math involved in card counting is simple,

middle

MIT BLACKJACK TEAM

But we had no idea that the story of the MIT Blackjack Team would become the basis for a New York Times bestseller, Bringing Down The House, and a major motion picture, 21. We left our mark on Vegas and gambling history forever. In doing so, the story of our team has inspired many blackjack players that maybe they too, can turn the

tables on

6/5 BLACKJACK: BEWARE THE IMPOSTER In recent years single-deck blackjack has made a comeback, or so it may seem. Unfortunately, the single-deck game hasn’t been resurrected at all. Most single-deck offerings are mere imposters that pay only 6/5 on blackjack instead of 3/2. You aren’t quite as lucky

on a 6/5 Continued

HIT SOFT 17

Most blackjack players are oblivious to whether the dealer stands or hits on soft 17. Dealer stands on soft 17 was the standard rule in years past, but a growing number of casinos now require the dealer to hit on soft 17 (hands like Ace, 6). Not only do most players fail to recognize the difference, some believe that the hit on soft 17 rule works in their favor since the dealer will bust more THE TRUTH ABOUT CONTINUOUS SHUFFLE MACHINES & CARD The Truth About Continuous Shuffle Machines & Card Counting. I get asked fairly often about continuous shuffle machines (CSM’s) and their effect on the game of blackjack. With CSM’s, no discard tray is needed because the dealer continuously places the played cards into the shuffle machine (for example, after a player busts a hand).

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The concept of “Kind” vs “Wicked” learning environments was studied and penned by cognitive psychologist Robin Hogarth. A kind learning environment is a domain that provides regular and accurate feedback as to which decisions or actions will result in positive

BASIC STRATEGY

Basic Strategy. For every hand in blackjack, there is one and only one correct play. Basic strategy is the set of optimal playing decisions that will maximize the expected result of your playing strategy. Basic strategy is the foundation of professional blackjack and is the first step that must be mastered. WICKED LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS The concept of “Kind” vs “Wicked” learning environments was studied and penned by cognitive psychologist Robin Hogarth. A kind learning environment is a domain that provides regular and accurate feedback as to which decisions or actions will result in positive outcomes. Video games, golf and chess are good examples of kind

learning

GAMING JEOPARDY!

Gaming Jeopardy! by Mike Aponte | posted in: Game Theory. |. 1. In winning his first four games on Jeopardy, Arthur Chu has caused a stir among fans of the television show. Chu has employed a number of game strategies that have annoyed and even enraged some of the show’s followers. 1) Hunting for Daily Doubles – Instead of moving GRIFFIN INVESTIGATIONS Griffin Investigations. This was my first entry into the black book of Griffin Investigations. Griffin was a detective agency that maintained a database of casino “undesirables.”. Once you made it into the Griffin book, any casino that subscribed to their service could check you against the database. The left most picture is my senior year WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME A CARD COUNTER What it takes to become a card counter – Part 1. One of the questions I’m often asked – “What is the most important trait in becoming a professional card counter?”. The first thing that jumps to mind for most people is genius mathematical ability. Being good at math is a plus, but the math involved in card counting is simple,

middle

MIT BLACKJACK TEAM

But we had no idea that the story of the MIT Blackjack Team would become the basis for a New York Times bestseller, Bringing Down The House, and a major motion picture, 21. We left our mark on Vegas and gambling history forever. In doing so, the story of our team has inspired many blackjack players that maybe they too, can turn the

tables on

6/5 BLACKJACK: BEWARE THE IMPOSTER In recent years single-deck blackjack has made a comeback, or so it may seem. Unfortunately, the single-deck game hasn’t been resurrected at all. Most single-deck offerings are mere imposters that pay only 6/5 on blackjack instead of 3/2. You aren’t quite as lucky

on a 6/5 Continued

HIT SOFT 17

Most blackjack players are oblivious to whether the dealer stands or hits on soft 17. Dealer stands on soft 17 was the standard rule in years past, but a growing number of casinos now require the dealer to hit on soft 17 (hands like Ace, 6). Not only do most players fail to recognize the difference, some believe that the hit on soft 17 rule works in their favor since the dealer will bust more THE TRUTH ABOUT CONTINUOUS SHUFFLE MACHINES & CARD The Truth About Continuous Shuffle Machines & Card Counting. I get asked fairly often about continuous shuffle machines (CSM’s) and their effect on the game of blackjack. With CSM’s, no discard tray is needed because the dealer continuously places the played cards into the shuffle machine (for example, after a player busts a hand). MISSION | MIKEAPONTE.COM Mission. One of my goals is to help gamblers learn how to play winning blackjack based on mathematically proven strategies. Doing so transforms a losing gambler into an Advantage Player – one who legally gains an edge over the house through knowledge, discipline and

skill.

MIKE APONTE VIDEO GALLERY Please try again later. Mike is interviewed in a Today Show piece on how casinos protect their games from cheaters and professional blackjack players. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV's watch history and influence TV recommendations.

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The concept of “Kind” vs “Wicked” learning environments was studied and penned by cognitive psychologist Robin Hogarth. A kind learning environment is a domain that provides regular and accurate feedback as to which decisions or actions will result in positive

CARD COUNTING CLASS

Marina Del Rey, CA 90292. (5 miles from LAX Airport) Mike's card counting class delivers a full day of professional blackjack instruction - based on the exact same training system that the MIT Card Counting Team used to win millions. Step-by-step, learn proven, winning strategies that actually work. Play like a true professional -

not a gambler.

TOPPS CARD | MIKEAPONTE.COM Topps Card. In 2007 I had the honor of getting my very own trading card. Growing up I was a huge sports fan and like a lot of kids I dreamed of making it pro one day. I came up very short as far as my sports dream so I was thrilled when Topps contacted me and asked if I would like to be included in their World Champions set. The Allen &

Ginter

CARD COUNTING 101

Most people have a notion of what card counting is but don’t know exactly how and why it works. Card counting is a means of identifying when the remaining cards are in your favor by keeping track of the cards that have been played. MOVIE 21 | MIKEAPONTE.COM Movie 21. The story of the MIT Blackjack Team hit the big screen in the major motion picture, 21. The movie was marketed as being “inspired by a true story” and was very much the Hollywood version of what really happened. The movie fared well at the box office, grossing more than $80 million domestically and over $150 million GRIFFIN INVESTIGATIONS Griffin Investigations. This was my first entry into the black book of Griffin Investigations. Griffin was a detective agency that maintained a database of casino “undesirables.”. Once you made it into the Griffin book, any casino that subscribed to their service could check you against the database. The left most picture is my senior year THE MIT LOTTERY TEAM The MIT Lottery Team. Americans spent $58 billion dollars on lottery tickets in 2011 in hopes of defying the odds and striking it rich. The tremendous popularity of the lottery despite it’s horrific return on investment has led some to cynically label the lottery as a stupidity tax. However, a group of MIT students figured out how to turn the THE TRUTH ABOUT RAIN MAN The movie Rainman provided me with my first glimpse into the world of card counting.In Rain Man, Tom Cruise plays the slick, self-centered Charlie Babbit.Dustin Hoffman steals the show as Charlie’s autistic savant brother, Raymond Babbit. In a sub-plot of the movie, when Charlie realizes Raymond possesses a photographic memory and an incredible penchant for numbers, he hatches a plan to

CARD COUNTING

The concept of “Kind” vs “Wicked” learning environments was studied and penned by cognitive psychologist Robin Hogarth. A kind learning environment is a domain that provides regular and accurate feedback as to which decisions or actions will result in positive MISSION | MIKEAPONTE.COM Mission. One of my goals is to help gamblers learn how to play winning blackjack based on mathematically proven strategies. Doing so transforms a losing gambler into an Advantage Player – one who legally gains an edge over the house through knowledge, discipline and

skill.

BASIC STRATEGY

Basic Strategy. For every hand in blackjack, there is one and only one correct play. Basic strategy is the set of optimal playing decisions that will maximize the expected result of your playing strategy. Basic strategy is the foundation of professional blackjack and is the first step that must be mastered.

MIKE APONTE

Mike’s Story. Since my senior year in college, blackjack and mathematics have been a focal point of my life in one form or another. If you’ve read the bestselling book, Bringing Down The House, you may know me as “Jason Fisher”, one of the leaders of the MIT Blackjack Team. We were a group of MIT students that used mathematics

to

WICKED LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS The concept of “Kind” vs “Wicked” learning environments was studied and penned by cognitive psychologist Robin Hogarth. A kind learning environment is a domain that provides regular and accurate feedback as to which decisions or actions will result in positive outcomes. Video games, golf and chess are good examples of kind

learning

MOVIE 21 | MIKEAPONTE.COM Movie 21. The story of the MIT Blackjack Team hit the big screen in the major motion picture, 21. The movie was marketed as being “inspired by a true story” and was very much the Hollywood version of what really happened. The movie fared well at the box office, grossing more than $80 million domestically and over $150 million

GAMING JEOPARDY!

Gaming Jeopardy! by Mike Aponte | posted in: Game Theory. |. 1. In winning his first four games on Jeopardy, Arthur Chu has caused a stir among fans of the television show. Chu has employed a number of game strategies that have annoyed and even enraged some of the show’s followers. 1) Hunting for Daily Doubles – Instead of moving

MIT BLACKJACK TEAM

But we had no idea that the story of the MIT Blackjack Team would become the basis for a New York Times bestseller, Bringing Down The House, and a major motion picture, 21. We left our mark on Vegas and gambling history forever. In doing so, the story of our team has inspired many blackjack players that maybe they too, can turn the

tables on

6/5 BLACKJACK: BEWARE THE IMPOSTER In recent years single-deck blackjack has made a comeback, or so it may seem. Unfortunately, the single-deck game hasn’t been resurrected at all. Most single-deck offerings are mere imposters that pay only 6/5 on blackjack instead of 3/2. You aren’t quite as lucky

on a 6/5 Continued

HIT SOFT 17

Most blackjack players are oblivious to whether the dealer stands or hits on soft 17. Dealer stands on soft 17 was the standard rule in years past, but a growing number of casinos now require the dealer to hit on soft 17 (hands like Ace, 6). Not only do most players fail to recognize the difference, some believe that the hit on soft 17 rule works in their favor since the dealer will bust more

CARD COUNTING

The concept of “Kind” vs “Wicked” learning environments was studied and penned by cognitive psychologist Robin Hogarth. A kind learning environment is a domain that provides regular and accurate feedback as to which decisions or actions will result in positive MISSION | MIKEAPONTE.COM Mission. One of my goals is to help gamblers learn how to play winning blackjack based on mathematically proven strategies. Doing so transforms a losing gambler into an Advantage Player – one who legally gains an edge over the house through knowledge, discipline and

skill.

BASIC STRATEGY

Basic Strategy. For every hand in blackjack, there is one and only one correct play. Basic strategy is the set of optimal playing decisions that will maximize the expected result of your playing strategy. Basic strategy is the foundation of professional blackjack and is the first step that must be mastered.

MIKE APONTE

Mike’s Story. Since my senior year in college, blackjack and mathematics have been a focal point of my life in one form or another. If you’ve read the bestselling book, Bringing Down The House, you may know me as “Jason Fisher”, one of the leaders of the MIT Blackjack Team. We were a group of MIT students that used mathematics

to

WICKED LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS The concept of “Kind” vs “Wicked” learning environments was studied and penned by cognitive psychologist Robin Hogarth. A kind learning environment is a domain that provides regular and accurate feedback as to which decisions or actions will result in positive outcomes. Video games, golf and chess are good examples of kind

learning

MOVIE 21 | MIKEAPONTE.COM Movie 21. The story of the MIT Blackjack Team hit the big screen in the major motion picture, 21. The movie was marketed as being “inspired by a true story” and was very much the Hollywood version of what really happened. The movie fared well at the box office, grossing more than $80 million domestically and over $150 million

GAMING JEOPARDY!

Gaming Jeopardy! by Mike Aponte | posted in: Game Theory. |. 1. In winning his first four games on Jeopardy, Arthur Chu has caused a stir among fans of the television show. Chu has employed a number of game strategies that have annoyed and even enraged some of the show’s followers. 1) Hunting for Daily Doubles – Instead of moving

MIT BLACKJACK TEAM

But we had no idea that the story of the MIT Blackjack Team would become the basis for a New York Times bestseller, Bringing Down The House, and a major motion picture, 21. We left our mark on Vegas and gambling history forever. In doing so, the story of our team has inspired many blackjack players that maybe they too, can turn the

tables on

6/5 BLACKJACK: BEWARE THE IMPOSTER In recent years single-deck blackjack has made a comeback, or so it may seem. Unfortunately, the single-deck game hasn’t been resurrected at all. Most single-deck offerings are mere imposters that pay only 6/5 on blackjack instead of 3/2. You aren’t quite as lucky

on a 6/5 Continued

HIT SOFT 17

Most blackjack players are oblivious to whether the dealer stands or hits on soft 17. Dealer stands on soft 17 was the standard rule in years past, but a growing number of casinos now require the dealer to hit on soft 17 (hands like Ace, 6). Not only do most players fail to recognize the difference, some believe that the hit on soft 17 rule works in their favor since the dealer will bust more MISSION | MIKEAPONTE.COM Mission. One of my goals is to help gamblers learn how to play winning blackjack based on mathematically proven strategies. Doing so transforms a losing gambler into an Advantage Player – one who legally gains an edge over the house through knowledge, discipline and

skill.

PHOTO GALLERY

The concept of “Kind” vs “Wicked” learning environments was studied and penned by cognitive psychologist Robin Hogarth. A kind learning environment is a domain that provides regular and accurate feedback as to which decisions or actions will result in positive MIKE APONTE VIDEO GALLERY Please try again later. Mike is interviewed in a Today Show piece on how casinos protect their games from cheaters and professional blackjack players. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV's watch history and influence TV recommendations.

CARD COUNTING CLASS

Marina Del Rey, CA 90292. (5 miles from LAX Airport) Mike's card counting class delivers a full day of professional blackjack instruction - based on the exact same training system that the MIT Card Counting Team used to win millions. Step-by-step, learn proven, winning strategies that actually work. Play like a true professional -

not a gambler.

WORLD SERIES OF BLACKJACK World Series of Blackjack Championship. 2004 World Series of Blackjack Championship. Max Rubin, Melana Scantlin, Mike Aponte, Matt Versagian. In 2004 I had the honor of playing in the first World Series of Blackjack Championship at the Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. I was invited to compete in a field of 25 of the best blackjack players in

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TOPPS CARD | MIKEAPONTE.COM Topps Card. In 2007 I had the honor of getting my very own trading card. Growing up I was a huge sports fan and like a lot of kids I dreamed of making it pro one day. I came up very short as far as my sports dream so I was thrilled when Topps contacted me and asked if I would like to be included in their World Champions set. The Allen &

Ginter

CARD COUNTING 101

Most people have a notion of what card counting is but don’t know exactly how and why it works. Card counting is a means of identifying when the remaining cards are in your favor by keeping track of the cards that have been played. GRIFFIN INVESTIGATIONS Griffin Investigations. This was my first entry into the black book of Griffin Investigations. Griffin was a detective agency that maintained a database of casino “undesirables.”. Once you made it into the Griffin book, any casino that subscribed to their service could check you against the database. The left most picture is my senior year THE TRUTH ABOUT RAIN MAN The movie Rainman provided me with my first glimpse into the world of card counting.In Rain Man, Tom Cruise plays the slick, self-centered Charlie Babbit.Dustin Hoffman steals the show as Charlie’s autistic savant brother, Raymond Babbit. In a sub-plot of the movie, when Charlie realizes Raymond possesses a photographic memory and an incredible penchant for numbers, he hatches a plan to NEXT CARD COUNTING CLASS - MAY 16, 2020

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