Norman Chad is “Gambling Mad.” One part Jim Cramer from “Mad Money” and one part Howard Beale from “Network,” Chad maniacally and masterfully surveys gambling, sports and America. Each show begins with Chad’s signature, pot-boiling-over rant – to watch it is to witness a nervous breakdown that builds into an out-of-breath crescendo.
Every other gambling show brings on professional handicappers and analytics savants to break down data and, ultimately, they are all wrong half of the time. Chad does pick games – sometimes through studied analysis, sometimes with a Ouija board; sometimes citing statistical trends, sometimes with a Magic 8 ball. But he also provides weather forecasts, Grammy picks, stock tips, fast food restaurant ratings, et al, using his unmatched living experience, plus he showcases an ensemble of regulars and quirky betting savants with their own specialties: NASCAR, movies, MMA, TV commercials, world leaders, Kardashian trivia. Chad also will debate his dog Blue – a savvy pit mix – on several point-spread picks.
Chad’s “Gambling Mad” is the curmudgeon you want to cuddle up to – sharp with his viewpoints, sentimental just beyond the surface. An eccentric madman who lives, eats, works and fumes in a man cave complete with a typewriter (because he still uses one), multiple flat screens (because all he does is watch TV) and vending machines (because that’s basically all he eats).
Recurring segments might include:Angriest Sports Fan In America. Viewers submit 60-second home videos, with a rant/strong point of view accompanied by a pick of the week. The top three submissions will be played.Degens Gonna Degen. Across America, bettors make outlandish bets and non-bettors do outlandish things. We chronicle a land of degenerates degen-ing.Ends and Odds: Unusual betting opportunities you should not overlook.Follow the Money. Money talks and bullshit walks – when you shadow the cash, you can build a stash in the winner’s circle.Today’s Foreign Language Rant. Chad is conversational in Spanish, has been to France and seen several German TV commercials. And in each show, he will spend a minute or so ranting on a subject in a foreign tongue. Subtitles will be provided.Direct Deposit. The one wager we guarantee to be right or your money back.Vegas, Baby! Travel tips (sports books, dining, stuff no one else knows) about America’s gambling mecca.
Host/Writer - Norman Chad
Norman Chad is a celebrated sportswriter, humorist, and television personality best known as the witty voice behind ESPN’s World Series of Poker. With decades of experience in sports commentary and a sharp, comedic edge, Norman brings his unique blend of expertise and humor to Gambling Mad, where he explores the ups and downs of the gambling world.
On Gambling Mad, Norman dives into the culture, psychology, and absurdity of sports betting, poker, and casino life, all with his trademark humor and unfiltered honesty. Whether he’s sharing personal stories, discussing the latest betting trends, or delivering his famously dry observations, Norman makes every episode a wild, insightful ride into the world of gambling.