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Pulltabs, pulltabs and even more pulltabs! That's one of my takeaways from the recent Bingo Palooza 2024 held at H-Town Bingo in Houston. Another one is fun, fun, fun! More than just bingo, these types of events are also about traveling to new places, meeting new people and finding new ways to enjoy bingo.  Check out some more details in this episode.

Who could have guessed that a simple TikTok skit in our local bar would shoot Bill into the limelight, transforming him into an overnight sensation? Join us as we recount the sidesplitting journey of his unexpected rise to fame, and the buzz it created among our patrons and beyond. But that's just a teaser of the hilarity you'll encounter this week; we also peel back the curtain to reveal the eccentricities of bar ownership, from the community spirit sparked by our fish fry events to the rollicking stories that unfold behind the bar.

It's not all laughs and viral videos, though. We take a moment to reflect on the poignant memories of dear friends, like How and his Twisted Tea rituals, who've left an indelible mark on our hearts. The episode is steeped in nostalgia, as we share tales of love, life, and the irreplaceable characters that have graced our bar stools. Even if you've never pulled up a chair at our counter, you'll feel right at home with these warm, often funny reflections of the souls that have turned our local watering hole into a tapestry of shared history.

Ever thought about what goes into planning an eclipse party at a bar? We've got you covered with a brainstorming session that's as out-of-this-world as the celestial event itself. From cosmic breakfast ideas to potential neon festivities, we're mapping out an event that promises to be as memorable as the eclipse. And when it comes to expanding the business, we're dishing out the raw and real challenges of delivery services and ghost kitchens. Strap in for a ride through the quirks and chaos of running a beloved local spot, and get ready to laugh, reminisce, and maybe even learn a thing or two about the unexpected paths to TikTok stardom.

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It never ceases to amaze me how much there is to still learn about the bingo community. Going up North to play was an eye opening event. During that trip, the multi-talented Crystal Rice brought some interesting differences to my attention. In this episode,  we chat about her experience with bingo, including her explanation of "Bingo Math."

Bingo has been around for centuries and continues to grow, but it has seen some changes. One of the most notable being the amount of money that can be won. There are also big changes in what it costs to play. This episode weighs some of the pros and cons of where to play bingo to get the most bang for your buck. 

How time flies when you're having fun. Still, it's hard to believe we're starting season four. To get things going, here's some information about upcoming bingo events and a key takeaway from my recent attendance at the 8th anniversary for Winner's Bingo in Stockton. To say it was eyeopening would be an understatement. 

There are so many things to enjoy about playing bingo. That includes spending time with good friends and making new ones.  But the absolute best thing is when you get to utter these words, "I GOT IT."  That's especially true when you're playing for thousands of dollars. And thanks to South Point's $2 million dollar extravaganza, I got to say it myself.  What a great way to close out 2023.

It's here again. Time to give an update on some of the notable bingo events going on in the country over the next few months. This includes events in Los Angeles, San Antonio and Las Vegas. Get details on what is happening not only in bingo halls, but also in casinos and even a cruise ship.

It wasn't that long ago the pandemic closed bingo halls across the country. Thankfully, they are not only back open, they are thriving. Bingo players now have numerous options about where to go play. This episode gives a breakdown of some of the latest openings in California.

One of the key components of a good bingo hall, is the bingo caller. Responsible for controlling the room, they can make or break your enjoyment when playing.  Tori has been a bingo caller for over 20 years. We get to hear about her experience and thoughts in this episode.

As the bingo community continues to grow, this seems to be a good time to do a review of some common bingo lingo that is used in bingo halls. Technically, this is specific to Southern California, but can serve as insight of what to expect across the country.

After being closed due to remodeling and Covid, Morongo's bingo hall reopened earlier this year.  In a recent visit to its newly renovated location, I had the opportunity to add to the debate about whether or not less is more. 

Isn't it great when you're looking forward to something and it's as good as you'd hope it would?  That was definitely the case with the recent two-day bingo event at Bosco Tech.  Now that he's rested, Paul (the manager) talks about some of the details.

Well, the two-day Bosco Tech event is finally here. And as exciting as that is, it's not the only bingo event around. Here's information about upcoming bingo events from California to Pennsylvania.  Included are updates for previously mentioned events, as well as details for some new ones.

Bingo here, bingo there, bingo bingo everywhere. Among the upcoming bingo events this year is the "Cali Friend-zy" hosted by TikTok influencers @iamcashofficial, @bingonursealy, @bingoplayer15 and @kiki.marie4. The latter gives us a quick breakdown of what to expect. The episode also includes details about the Circus Bingo Blanco private event on June 17.

Looks like people just can't get enough bingo! Almost as soon as one bingo event takes place another is starting. This episode gives a quick breakdown of some of the upcoming ones, including Bosco Tech in June, Cali-friend-zy in July, competing bingo cruises in November and more.

Every now and then, it's good to shake things up. Typically playing at the same three bingo halls for the past three years, I decided to checkout someplace new. This episode gives a review of my experience at St. John Bosco Bingo in Bellflower, California. There were some solid pros, mixed with a few cons. 

Over the past year, I've been able to meet many of TikTok's bingo players. I've also been blessed with the chance to chat with several of them and get insight into what they think about TikTok and the bingo community.  In this episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with Kiki Marie, who has been requested by listeners time and time again.

Every now and then, things will pop up that I want to pass along, but don't really have enough info to make a full episode.  Because of that, this episode is a mix of some  bingo-related thoughts that I want to share. 

Years ago, when I was thinking about starting my podcast, Mike from Cri-Help  bingo was the first person to agree to be on the show.  We've finally had the opportunity to chat. Learn how he got started in bingo, and what he thinks about Cri-Help and its community.

Welcome to season three of The Broke Bingo Addict. This episode gives a quick recap of some good and bad things that happened within the bingo community during 2022. That said, it's now time to focus on winning big in 2023.