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11/13/2001: Have you ever been cheated by a dealer in blackjack?
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11/13/2001: I am looking for some good advice and better ways to beat the odds.
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11/13/2001: Is there any way of beating CSM game?
10/30/2001: Does the other players actions truly effect the outcome of the dealers hand?
10/30/2001: Can you recommend any software that will teach me how to count well enough to have an edge on the casino?
10/30/2001: Do any of the casinos have no mid shoe entry?
10/30/2001: When you take a bathroom break and plan to come right back to continue playing, should you leave your chips on the table?
10/30/2001: Can you offer any advice on the Ace-Five Count counting system?
10/30/2001: What is the proper procedure (step by step) for shuffling cards (6 decks)?
10/30/2001: Is it true that basic strategy doesn't work?
10/30/2001: Would the casino reshuffle if we both wanted to sit out?
10/30/2001: Can you explain about the unbalanced counting?
10/15/2001: What is the easiest way to card count in blackjack?
10/15/2001: When you split two aces and get a blackjack...
10/15/2001: Could you give us a rundown of the most favorable games right now?
10/15/2001: Where can I obtain the proper basic strategy for a BJ game in which you can double down on any number of cards?
10/15/2001: Ever hear of "No Bust" Blackjack, also called "21st Century" or "California" Blackjack?
10/15/2001: Do you know where I can find various wallet-size Basic Strategy cards for various games?
10/10/2001: What is the basic strategy modulation with European No-Hole Card Rule?
10/10/2001: Could you enlighten me a little on the history of Black-Jack and related games?
10/10/2001: How about those blackjack decks?
10/10/2001: Is there a separate basic strategy for BJ games that allow doubling down on any number of cards?
10/10/2001: Do you always split 8's?
10/10/2001: What is the best blackjack computer teaching software to buy if you want to learn card counting?
10/4/2001: What is the probablity of pulling a Black Jack inluding an Ace of Hearts?
10/4/2001: Is there a site to check out to find the odds?
10/4/2001: Which is the best counting system for betting purposes?
10/4/2001: What is the chance (%) for the player and banker to win the blackjack?
10/4/2001: I've heard theories that casinos clump together low cards by collecting the break cards together...
10/4/2001: What is the most amount of cards that a dealer can draw without busting?
10/4/2001: Is there a recent book with indices from computer simulations?
10/4/2001: Can you tell me where the most favorable blackjack games can be found in Tahoe & Carson City?
10/4/2001: Can you tell me what the advantages are if any to playing blackjack with the following rules…
10/4/2001: What are the normal or average table limits for blackjack in most Vegas casinos?
10/4/2001: Can the delear count A as 1 or 11 in a soft 17 rule or it has be only 11?
10/3/2001: Their website seems to have disappeared since I won this money back.
10/3/2001: I plan on switching from th Hi-Lo count to Hi-Opt 1
10/3/2001: Which system would be the easiest to incorporate?
10/3/2001: From what I know, a positive count gives the dealer the same probability…?
10/3/2001: Is there a way to make it more enjoyable?
10/2/2001: Can you name some of the best Blackjack games on cd-rom?
10/2/2001: What should my bankroll be?
10/2/2001: If you're simply betting big and winning, how can they justify banning someone?
10/2/2001: Am I allowed to have my blackjack strategy card on the table in a casino?
10/2/2001: What is your basic advice to hide that you're counting cards?
10/2/2001: Would you mind recommending the most successful system you have seen that even a beginner can master?
10/2/2001: Is hitting on 12 vs. 4 the proper basic strategy play if the 12 consists of a 10-value and a 2?
10/2/2001: What is double down?
10/2/2001: What is the best card counting way?
10/1/2001: I would like to know if card counting works when you gamble online?
10/1/2001: Do you have any info. re:bj in San Juan?
10/1/2001: Is this a good % for use card counting?
10/1/2001: Is there anything stopping me from doubling my previous bet everytime I lose until I finally win a hand?
10/1/2001: Is it true that a non-counting basic strategy player has the long-run advantage over the house in a single deck game?
10/1/2001: Should I play this final round aggressively?
10/1/2001: Is it better to wait till at least half the cards are over in a five deck shoe?
10/1/2001: Do you ever double down with an Ace/Nine hand?
10/1/2001: What are the best casinos currently in Las Vegas for Blackjack?
10/1/2001: What's a double down in blackjack?
10/1/2001: What is 21 madness?
10/1/2001: Why no 1 decks games in A.C.?
9/7/2001: What is the best 10 casino's in Europe to play blackjack?
9/7/2001: Where can I find a list of all the BJ tournaments including the weekly local ones in the Las Vegas area?
9/7/2001: I'll be in Vegas aug18-22 could you give me a list of the $1 tables downtown or strip?
9/7/2001: What are the best places to play blackjack in Las Vegas?
9/7/2001: Should I continuing playing at Prestige Casino?
8/27/2001: How much money will a casino allow you to win per visit?
8/27/2001: How do you become a pro and what good does it do for you?
8/27/2001: Can the dealer be dealing himself both cards face up in any casino around the world?
8/27/2001: Doesn't this increase your odds of busting?
8/27/2001: Am I allowed to hit or double on a BJ hand if I consider it as 11 instead of 21?
8/27/2001: What does "a ten in a casino" mean?
8/27/2001: How often does a player receive blackjack?
8/27/2001: What are the rules and strategy for Let I t Ride?
8/27/2001: Is there any reliable list of on line casinos which are honest at all?
8/27/2001: What would the CA be for these situations?
8/13/2001: Where can I find some low roller Blackjack, i.e., $2 & $3 games?
8/13/2001: How can i win?
8/13/2001: Aren't you supposed to double on soft 19 vs. 6 if the dealer hits on soft 17?
8/13/2001: How can I get a copy of your previous news letters?
8/13/2001: If instead of card counting, how would that change these bankroll requirements?
8/13/2001: By how much would the basic strategy be altered if you always hit on hard 13 vs. a dealer upcard of 2?
8/13/2001: Are my chances better in 4 deck as opposed to 8. and if so why?
8/13/2001: Should you double down on: Soft 18 vs. the dealer's 2?
8/13/2001: Do you recommend splitting 7's against the dealer's 2-7 or 2-8?
8/13/2001: Is it just me or is this game a card counters paradise?
8/13/2001: What are the odds in blackjack?
8/13/2001: Should I be skeptical of this online casiono and whether or not they will pay me?
8/13/2001: where can another basic strategy card be purchased
8/13/2001: what is a surrender?
8/13/2001: I truly want to know, can some online gambling sites cheat in blackjack?
8/13/2001: Could have won $500 on a $1 wager. What is your opinion on this?
8/13/2001: I am looking for information regarding blackjack gambling devices.
8/13/2001: Can You Please Tell Me What Das Stands For?
7/3/2001: Why isn't doubling on soft 19 against a dealer's 5 or 6 the best strategy?
7/3/2001: What is the floating advantage?
7/3/2001: Can you tell me if the Blackjack Blitz machines can be found in any of the casinos at these locations?
6/26/2001: How do we know that they are not programmed to ensure winning by the house in the long run?
6/26/2001: What are my chances of getting a blackjack first hand out of shoe?
6/26/2001: Is the dealers hand considered blackjakck, and does the dealer beat the player in this situation?
6/26/2001: What is best counting system to use for blackjack that have 3 decks and auto shuffling in a machine in terms of accuracy and simplicity?
6/26/2001: If using the "Basic Strategy", what is the best betting strategy?
6/26/2001: I was wondering if you have any tips for playing in a BJ tournament?
6/26/2001: What is the feather guard on a blackjack dealing shoe called?
6/26/2001: How much is the basic strategy altered if I would stand on 12 vs. a Dealer upcard of 2 or 3?
6/26/2001: What are the good blackjack software?
6/26/2001: Would this make it advantageous to play this continuous shoe?
6/26/2001: Should I have said something in protest, and if so, what should I have said?
6/26/2001: Why not take if I have blackjack?
6/26/2001: What do you suggest my bet spread should be on $25 min, table with 65-70% pen?
6/26/2001: Where are the best 1 and 2 deck games in Vegas?
6/26/2001: Where's the best places to play blackjack in biloxi/gulfport area?
6/26/2001: What betting system would you recommend to the non-counter to maximize their earning potential?
6/26/2001: Many of these assumptions tend to go against what your basic strategy table says that I should do. What would be the correct (polite) way of handling this?
6/26/2001: Do BJ tournament play differ from regular play?
6/26/2001: Regards the question about 5 consecutive blackjacks. I understand 1/21 however 5 would be 21 to the 5th power or 4,084,101 to one, is this a correct evaluation ?
6/26/2001: What's the story with the many Internet Casino's?
6/26/2001: What is the penalty in expectation by using the 4-deck basic strategy in a 1-deck game compared to using the 1-deck strategy in a 1-deck game?
6/26/2001: What do you think of online casino where there is one deck, and shuffle after each hand. Single or multiplayer. can counting work?
6/26/2001: What happened to the Ms. Blackjack report?
6/26/2001: I am looking for a site that contains basic strategy for multiple decks complete with printable charts. Can you help me?
6/14/2001: How do they change at the other easily defineable points?
5/15/2001: What is the correct way assuming that you are not card counting?
5/15/2001: How much should I lose before leaving?
5/15/2001: Why is splitting a pair of 4's vs. a 5 or 6 the best thing to do?
5/15/2001: Do you need to play together to beat the dealer?
5/3/2001: Does this system work under actual casino conditions?
5/3/2001: Should a basic strategy player hit on soft 18 vs. 9, 10, or Ace when the soft 18 consists of more than 2 cards?
5/3/2001: WHERE'S THE BEST PLACE TO PLAY BJ IN RENO?
5/3/2001: When playing in a six deck shoe that allows late surrender; it is proper to surrender on 15 vs, a ten. But if the 15 is a 7&8 we should hit. Why?
4/25/2001: I would like to understand the "consistency" rationale. Can you explain?
4/25/2001: Am i doing this count OK? Is this a good count?
4/25/2001: Is the strategy different when playing with a single deck as opposed to a multideck?
4/25/2001: What is the most easy and simple cardcounting system to use?
4/17/2001: I need a good book on cardcounting?
4/17/2001: It's taking me much too long to decide what I need to do. Is there a trick to this, or do I just need to keep practicin!
4/17/2001: In general what pecentage of a session win should a player take the money and run?
4/17/2001: How long are your playing session and if you are ahead at what point do you take the money and run?
4/6/2001: When should a player tip the dealer?
4/6/2001: How about reviewing blackjack instructional software?
4/6/2001: What do you think of shuffle tracking and ace location?
4/6/2001: I have had a lot of success splitting tens in the right situation, is it ever alright to do it?
3/26/2001: Is there a basic strategy for more than 2 cards?
3/26/2001: Do you know of any Blackjack Tournaments in the Las Vegas area?
3/26/2001: How can you be sure that blackjack on the web is not fixed?
3/26/2001: What do you think of the core system in blackjack by Scott Frank?
3/21/2001: Where can I print the best chart on Blackjack Basic Betting Starategy?
3/21/2001: Why do people double down on a 12 ?
3/21/2001: Would someone please explain the Fabulous 4 terminology?
3/21/2001: I do not think proggression betting works for a long term advantage?
3/12/2001: Are there any sites on the web that help you to practice card counting?
3/12/2001: Could you please explain penetration?
3/12/2001: If dealer is dealt an ace and a 6. Must he stay?
3/12/2001: What's the difference between the European rules and the American rules?
3/7/2001: Can I beat the riverboats here in Illinois/Indiana?
3/7/2001: When did you start playing blackjack?
3/6/2001: How do you surrender corretly in a game where the dealer takes no hole card?
3/5/2001: What are the expected extra edge on a system like the kcc and how would you increase the bet based on this count?
2/28/2001: Does It affect basic strategy if the dealer only receives one card, not the normal one up one down?
2/28/2001: What is the difference between true and running count?
2/28/2001: Can you teach me?
2/28/2001: Do you got any advice for online gaming companies?
2/19/2001: What basic strategy book and Software Should i use,to start off on the right track?
2/9/2001: Can you offer advice on the two or three best video tapes on blackjack including basic strategy and some card counting instruction and money management.
2/9/2001: What are the colors for chips for gambling chips, other than wit for 1, green for 10 and black for 100?
2/9/2001: What I am looking for is good place to meet legitimate card counter so I could join a team.
2/9/2001: Would you know of a good book on cheating?
2/9/2001: Should a player hit a hard 16 against dealer with a 10 showing?
1/31/2001: Do you need to be 21 to enter a casino, what about being a dealer?
1/22/2001: When the deck is rich in 10 countcards how do you know you are going to get the big cards and that the dealer will get the stiff?
1/22/2001: Can you please explain me the difference between hard and soft 17,18,19,20?
1/22/2001: What is the best teaching blackjack computer program.
1/18/2001: I know the dealer has to stay on 17, but is there any situation when the dealer can hit on a 18 19 or 20?
1/18/2001: I know the dealer has to stay on 17, but is there any situation when the dealer can hit on a 18 19 or 20?
1/11/2001: I think I did a mistake by doubling down on the third split ace?
1/11/2001: What does surrender mean in Blackjack?
1/11/2001: Is there a good betting strategy for playing blackjack at an online casino?
1/11/2001: What are the rules on front money, and how much can be deposited before IRS is informed?
1/8/2001: What other correct games are there besides Blackjack ?
1/8/2001: Is there any way to win at Blackjack?
1/8/2001: Do all online casinos play blackjack according the same rules?
1/8/2001: Would you split 8's against 9,10, ace if late surrender were allowed?
1/4/2001: If I sit down with $1,000 what amount should my first bet be?
1/4/2001: Do you know if the site www.07-ladyluck.com is still an active site?
1/4/2001: How much do casinos expect to earn from you playing blackjack?
12/14/2000: Can you please explaine the difference between hard and soft 17,18,19,20.
12/14/2000: When should you make an insurance bet on a blackjack hand?
12/12/2000: Have you heard of "factor five"?
12/12/2000: How does the dealers deal at lightning speed?
12/12/2000: Does a player have a decent chance playing black jack at online casinos?
12/12/2000: How can i beat the system?
12/12/2000: Do you know the specific laws and/or penalties for a casino that knowingly allows an intoxicated player to continue to gamble until his money is gone?
12/12/2000: What is the best way to bet when playing blackjack tournaments?
12/4/2000: I will be visiting Las Vegas soon and I hoping you might know of anywhere that offers multi-action blackjack.
12/4/2000: If the dealer has a blackjack and my three card total equals 21, do I lose or is it a push?
12/4/2000: What is the best way to learn how to count cards, it seems almost impossible if the house is using 4-6 decks, any thoughts?
12/4/2000: I know there is a rule one should not split a 10-10 hand. But why?
12/4/2000: I have a friend that never takes a hit if any card would cause her to break. Is she just lucky for the moment?
12/4/2000: If casino-rules would allow it, would it then be preferable to double down on a dealt blackjack instead of accepting the offered payout of 3 to 2?
11/27/2000: Why are the odds greater for the dealer if there are less 10's (10-J-Q-K) in the deck?
11/20/2000: When I was in Las Vegas I saw a game called Spanish 21. Is this the same as blackjack?
11/13/2000: Is it possible to make a living out of blackjack?
11/2/2000: What are the odds to the house in a typical 2 deck shoe?
10/31/2000: Why do I go through longer and more intense losing streaks than anyone else?
4/28/2000: Should you split tens in blackjack with the dealer has a 5 our 6 showing?
4/28/2000: Is it possible to live from Black Jack?
4/28/2000: Is it better to hit than to split when you have got two 8 against a dealers 10?
4/28/2000: What is the best way to play if I have a soft 12 (two aces)?
4/28/2000: What is the house edge on blackjack with and without shuffle machines?
4/28/2000: What is surrendering?
4/10/2000: What is the Theory behind playing Over/Under(13)
4/10/2000: Does how the other players play their hand effect my odds of winning or losing?
4/10/2000: What are your basic money management stragedies?
4/10/2000: Is the KO system of counting cards a valid one?
4/10/2000: I want to know if the amount of players is a factor favorable to the casino or to the player?
4/10/2000: I just returned from Harrah's New Orleans with $900 of their money.
4/10/2000: Do all casinos have to stand on a hard or nateral "17"?
4/10/2000: Many people play two spots. Is there an advantage to this?
4/10/2000: I've never played blackjack but I want to - and I want to be good.
4/10/2000: Are there any casinos that are willing to take on card counters?
4/10/2000: What are the rules for the Foxwood casino about splitting, is doubling allowed after splitting?
4/10/2000: How long does a person have to play before being invited back with rooms for a couple of nights comped?
4/10/2000: How do you win?
4/10/2000: What is the proper move when holding a hard 12 against a dealer showing a 2 or 3?
4/10/2000: What is a "weak face card"?
4/10/2000: When card counting, does basic strategy change when the count is in your favor or just the size of you bet?
4/10/2000: There's a game called Rummy in Costa Rica.
4/10/2000: Any word yet if you will be conducting any seminars in the midwest anytime?
4/10/2000: How do they figure you have the advantage?
4/10/2000: It costs a dollar to play, should I play it?
4/10/2000: Card counting no longer has the significant edge. What is your advise?
4/10/2000: I hope I can do you proud
4/10/2000: Where are the best blackjack games in vegas?
4/10/2000: Do you know of any book that lists more charts for different rules?
4/10/2000: In sweden they got very bad rules for the players.
4/10/2000: Where are the best Blackjack games in Vegas, especially two deck.
4/10/2000: Could you please send me something controversial or humourous
3/20/2000: How do you calculate the true count?
3/16/2000: One hand or two?
3/16/2000: Why is attention from the floor or pit bosses bad?
3/16/2000: Where and How can I learn card counting?
3/16/2000: What is your opinion of "Dealer Disclosure"?
3/16/2000: What are the rules in Vegas?
3/16/2000: Should I stay with Basic Strategy?
3/16/2000: Seats after backcounting
3/16/2000: Is there an acceptable form of card counting?
3/16/2000: How does the number of decks affect the game?
3/16/2000: Even money against an ace?
3/16/2000: Downtown Casinos
3/16/2000: Does the casino stack the deck?
3/16/2000: Count using a randomizer
3/16/2000: How many hands could one expect to win?
3/16/2000: How do you go about choosing an open seat?

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