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You Better You Bet

Audacy·Hosted by Nick Kostos and Femi Abebefe·500 episodes

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Nick Kostos, the undisputed King of Wagertainment, brings you the best bets, hottest takes, and electric energy. Alongside the sharp and charismatic, Femi Abebefe, Nick covers the biggest matchups, latest line movements, and futures markets like no one else. Expect up-to-the-minute coverage of backdoor covers, bad beats, and the emotional highs and lows that come with every bet. This isn’t just sports betting talk—it’s an experience.  

Why listen

You Better You Bet turns sports betting into a high-energy daily hangout, with Nick Kostos and Femi Abebefe tracking line movement, futures, bad beats, and best bets across the biggest games. It blends sharp gambling talk with radio-show pacing, recurring guests, and opinionated reactions to NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, golf, and more. It is a strong fit for listeners who want betting angles and sports arguments in the same feed.

Episodes

2 hr 29 min
Jun 3, 2026bonus
Full Show - NBA Finals Game 1, Myles Garrett Trade, Bob Costas Joins the Show!

Nick Kostos opens Wednesday's show setting the stage for Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs & New York Knicks. Nick shares his prediction for how he thinks the series plays out. Plus, Nick hits on Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, Team USA ahead of the World Cup, and reacts to Russell Wilson signing with CBS. Bob Costas, Bill Reiter and Jason McCourty join the show.

49 min
Jun 3, 2026bonus
Hour 3 - Bob Costas & Bill Reiter Joins the Show!

Legendary Broadcaster Bob Costas joins the show to discuss his broadcasting life, favorite calls throughout his career, and Knicks vs. Spurs! 97.1 The Fan LA's Bill Reiter stops by to talk Rams, Myles Garrett's impact, Les Snead, and MUCH MORE! Plus, Nick wraps up the show with his bets on the NBA Finals.

50 min
Jun 3, 2026bonus
Hour 2 - Jason McCourty Joins the Show, Stanley Cup Final

Former NFL Player Jason McCourty joins the show to break down the Myles Garrett trade, his thoughts on the Rams chances of winning the Super Bowl, and MUCH MORE! Plus, Nick hits on the Stanley Cup Final, Team USA heading into the World Cup, and Russell Wilson signing with CBS as a pregame analyst.

50 min
Jun 3, 2026bonus
Hour 1 - Nick's NBA Finals Prediction, Aaron Donald Returning?

Nick Kostos opens Wednesday's show with his thoughts on the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks & San Antonio Spurs. Nick breaks down why he's oddly confident in his Knicks winning the title. Plus, Nick reacts to the rumors surrounding Aaron Donald returning to the NFL.

22 min
Jun 3, 2026bonus
Bill Reiter Talks Myles Garrett Trade, NBA Finals

Host of 97.1 The Fan's Bill Reiter joins the show to discuss the Rams trading for Myles Garrett, Spurs vs. Knicks, and MUCH MORE!

23 min
Jun 3, 2026bonus
Bob Costas Talks Broadcasting Career, Best Calls, NBA Finals

Legendary broadcaster Bob Costas joins the show to discuss his broadcasting life, favorite moments in sports career, and the NBA Finals!

10 min
Jun 3, 2026
Team USA, Russell Wilson to CBS

Nick Kostos shares his thoughts on Team USA heading into the World Cup. Plus, Nick reacts to Russell Wilson signing with CBS to become a pregame show analyst.

11 min
Jun 3, 2026
Vegas Golden Knight Win Game 1!

Nick Kostos reacts to the Las Vegas Golden Knights Game 1 win over the Carolina Hurricanes.

29 min
Jun 3, 2026
Jason McCourty Talks Myles Garrett Trade, Rams & More!

Former NFL Player Jason McCourty joins the show to break down his thoughts on the Myles Garrett trade, the Rams chances of winning the Super Bowl, and MUCH MORE!

8 min
Jun 3, 2026
Will Aaron Donals Return to the Los Angeles Rams?

Nick Kostos wraps up the hour with his thoughts on the rumors surrounding Aaron Donals returning to the Los Angeles Rams.

15 min
Jun 3, 2026
Nick Kostos' NBA Finals Free Agent

The NBA Finals is FINALLY HERE! Nick Kostos reveals his prediction for Spurs vs. Knicks.

28 min
Jun 3, 2026
Setting the Stage for the NBA Finals

Nick Kostos opens Wednesday's show setting the stage for Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks.

2 hr 29 min
Jun 2, 2026
Full Show - Myles Garrett Traded to Rams, Are the Rams All-In? AJ Brown Trade

Nick Kostos opens Tuesday's show reacting to the Los Angeles Rams trading for Cleveland Browns All-Pro Myles Garrett. Nick questions if the Rams are actually all-in after drafting Ty Simpson, and praises the Browns for acquiring Jared Verse. Plus, Nick hits on the AJ Brown trade, Jalen Hurts' future, Mike Vrabel, and MUCH MORE! Jeremy Roenick, Danny Parkins, and Drew Dinsick join the show.

49 min
Jun 2, 2026
Hour 3 - Jalen Hurts Future, Jeremy Roenick Joins the Show!

NHL Hall of Famer, Jeremy Roenick joins the show to discuss his life after hockey, the Stanley Cup Final, and MUCH MORE! Nick shares his thoughts on Jalen Hurts and the Eagles heading into the 2026 season. Plus, Nick wraps up the show with his best bets for tonight.

50 min
Jun 2, 2026
Hour 2 - AJ Brown Traded to the Patriots, Drew Dinsick Joins the Show!

Drew Dinsick joins the show to discuss the Rams acquiring Myles Garrett and how he's betting the NBA Finals. Nick Kostos reacts to the Patriots acquiring AJ Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles.

50 min
Jun 2, 2026
Hour 1 - Rams Trade for Myles Garrett, Are they Really All-In?

Nick Kostos opens Tuesday's show with his thoughts on the Rams trading for Myles Garrett and breaks down why the Ty Simpson pick makes even less sense now. Plus, Nick explains why he loves the haul for the Cleveland Browns, and Danny Parkins stops by to end the hour.

5 min
Jun 2, 2026
Today's Trivia Question, Tonight's Best Bets

Nick Kostos wraps up today's show with his best bets for tonight.

29 min
Jun 2, 2026
Jeremy Roenick Talks Life After Hockey, Hall of Fame, Stanley Cup Final

NHL Hall of Famer, Jeremy Roenick joins the show to discuss his life after hockey, the NHL Hall of Fame, and his thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final.

5 min
Jun 2, 2026
DeVonta Smith Will Smash in Fantasy Football!

Nick Kostos wraps up the second hour with his thoughts on DeVonta Smith heading into the season without AJ Brown.

18 min
Jun 2, 2026
AJ Brown Finally Traded, Nick on Mike Vrabel

Nick Kostos reacts to the Philadelphia Eagles trading AJ Brown to the New England Patriots, and explains why he thinks yesterday was a big win for Mike Vrabel.

31 min
Jun 2, 2026
Drew Dinsick Talks Rams Futures, Betting Knicks vs. Spurs

Drew Dinsick joins the show to break down the betting impact of the Myles Garrett trade to the Los Angeles Rams. Plus, Drew shares his thoughts on how he's looking to bet Knicks vs. Spurs.

16 min
Jun 2, 2026
Danny Parkins Talks Myles Garrett, Rams Future, Ty Simpson

FS1's Danny Parkins joins the show to discuss the Rams trade of Myles Garrett, Ty Simpson, the future of Matthew Stafford, and much more.

10 min
Jun 2, 2026
The Cleveland Browns Hit a Grand-Slam!

Nick Kostos explains why he believes the Cleveland Browns hit a grand slam by acquiring Jared Verse and future draft picks for Myles Garrett. Plus, Nick explains why the Browns are becoming a competent organization.

26 min
Jun 2, 2026
Rams Trade for Myles Garrett, Are they Actually All-In on the Season?

Nick Kostos opens Tuesday's show with his thoughts on the Los Angeles Rams trading for Myles Garrett. Nick explains why the Rams aren't all-in on the season because they drafted Ty Simpson in the first round.

2 hr 29 min
Jun 1, 2026
Full Show - Spurs Advance to the Finals, NBA Finals Preview, Giants Should NOT Sign Odell

Nick Kostos opens Monday's show with his thoughts on the San Antonio Spurs advancing to the NBA Finals to play the New York Knicks. Nick reacts to Victor Wembanyama's post game emotions, Chet Holmgren's performance, and MUCH MORE! Plus, Nick shares his thoughts on the World Cup, Stanley Cup Final, and the Giants potentially signing Odell Beckham. Michelle Beadle and Matt Moore join the show.

49 min
Jun 1, 2026
Hour 3 - Stanley Cup Final, World Cup & Matt Moore Joins the Show!

The Action Network's Matt Moore joins the show to discuss Spurs vs. Thunder, the NBA Finals, Chet Holmgren, and MUCH MORE! Plus, Nick shares his thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final and the World Cup.

50 min
Jun 1, 2026
Hour 2 - Chet Gave Up, Giants Should Not Sign Odell

Nick Kostos reacts to Chet Holmgren's brutal Game 7 performance against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. Plus, Nick goes off on the idea that the New York Giants are interested in Odell Beckham Jr.

50 min
Jun 1, 2026
Hour 1 - Spurs Advance to the Finals, Michelle Beadle Joins the Show

Nick Kostos opens Monday's show with his full reaction to the San Antonio Spurs advancing to the NBA Finals to play the New York Knicks. Plus, Nick reacts to Victor Wembanyama's post game emotions, and Michelle Beadle joins the show!

11 min
Jun 1, 2026
World Cup, Tonight's Best Bets

Nick Kostos wraps up the show with his thoughts on who he likes to win the World Cup. Plus, Nick gives out his best bets for tonight!

16 min
Jun 1, 2026
Stanley Cup Final Preview

Nick Kostos shares his thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final matchup between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights.

26 min
Jun 1, 2026
Matt Moore Talks NBA Finals, Spurs, Chet Holmgren & Draft

The Action Network's Matt Moore joins the show to discuss Spurs vs. Thunder, Chet Holmgren's performance, and the NBA Draft!

13 min
Jun 1, 2026
The New York Giants Would be INSANE to Sign Odell Beckham

Nick Kostos wraps up the hour sharing his thoughts on the New York Giants being interested in Odell Beckham.

23 min
Jun 1, 2026
Chet Holmgren Gave Up in Game 7

Nick Kostos rips Chet Holmgren for his miserable Game 7 performance against Victor Wembanayama.

21 min
Jun 1, 2026
What's Next for the Oklahoma City Thunder?

Nick Kostos shares his thoughts on the Thunder's Game 7 performance, and shares is thoughts on what could be next for Oklahoma City.

16 min
Jun 1, 2026
Michelle Beadle Talks Spurs, NBA Finals

Michelle Beadle joins the show with her thoughts on Spurs win over the Thunder, facing Nick's New York Knicks, and MUCH MORE!

8 min
Jun 1, 2026
Did Wemby Go Too Far with His Postgame Celebration?

Nick Kostos explains why he loves the emotion from Victor Wembanayama after their Game 7 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

27 min
Jun 1, 2026
The Spurs Broke the Oklahoma City Thunder

Nick Kostos opens Monday's show with his full reaction to the San Antonio Spurs Game 7 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

49 min
May 29, 2026
Hour 3 - Bob Nightengale & Nick Friedell Join the Show!

Audacy MLB Insider Bob Nightengale joins the show to discuss the latest surrounding a MLB salary cap and a potential lockout in 2027. Nick Friedell stops by to break down Thunder vs. Spurs, the Knicks chances of winning the NBA Finals, and the league's new draft lottery. Plus, Chris Mack wraps up the show with his Three Stars of the Show.

50 min
May 29, 2026
Hour 2 - Herm Edwards Joins the Show, MLB Salary Cap

ESPN's Herm Edwards joins the show to discuss the latest around AJ Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles. Plus, Herm shares his thoughts on Jaxson Dart, Lamar Jackson, and much more!

50 min
May 29, 2026
Hour 1 - Spurs Win Game 6, Will the Knicks Win the Finals?

Chris Mack is in for Nick Kostos on this Friday. Chris opens the his top headlines from today, his reaction to the San Antonio Spurs winning Game 6, and the latest on AJ Brown's trade rumors.

19 min
May 29, 2026
Nick Friedell Talks NBA Finals, Spurs vs. Thunder & Draft Lottery

Audacy NBA Insider Nick Friedell joins the show to break down Thunder vs. Spurs, Knicks chances of winning the NBA Finals, and the league's new draft lottery.

23 min
May 29, 2026
Bob Nightengale Talks MLB Lockout & Salary Cap

Audacy MLB Insider Bob Nightengale shares his thoughts on the latest surrounding a potential MLB salary cap and lockout next season.

23 min
May 29, 2026
Herm Edwards Talks AJ Brown, Dart & the Giants & MORE!

ESPN's Herm Edwards joins the show to share his thoughts on AJ Brown's next team, the Giants and Jaxson Dart, Lamar Jackson's future in Baltimore if the season is a failure, and MUCH MORE!

18 min
May 29, 2026
Chris Mack Slams MLBPA for Refusing to Negotiate on Salary Cap

Chris Mack argues that the MLB Players Association is acting in bad faith by rejecting a proposal that balances a salary cap with a significant payroll floor. He also criticizes the NBA's restructured draft lottery for rewarding mediocre teams instead of truly addressing tanking issues.

10 min
May 29, 2026
Is AJ Brown Definitely Going to New England?

Chris Mack wraps up the first hour wondering why more contenders aren't knocking on the door for AJ Brown.

16 min
May 29, 2026
San Antonio Spurs Win Game 6 of the NBA Finals

Chris Mack reacts to the San Antonio Spurs winning Game 6 of the NBA Finals. Chris explains why he's starting to believe in the New York Knicks after watching the Western Conference Finals.

24 min
May 29, 2026
Today's Headlines: NBA Draft Lottery, Thunder vs. Spurs

Chris Mack is in for Nick Kostos this Friday! Chris opens the show with his thoughts on the NBA Draft Lottery rule changes, Spurs vs. Thunder, and MUCH MORE!

2 hr 29 min
May 28, 2026
AJ Brown Trade, Thunder vs. Spurs Game 6, Sal Paolantonio Joins the Show

Nick Kostos opens the show with his thoughts on the personal rift and potential trade involving A.J. Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles. Nick shares his thoughts on Game 6 between the Spurs and Thunder. Plus, Nick hits on the internal meeting between the New York Giants, why he's out on the Washington Commanders, and much more. Sam Paolantonio, Justin Termine, Sean McDonough and Anthony Dabbundo join the show!

49 min
May 28, 2026
Hour 3 - Sean McDonough & Anthony Dabbundo Join the Show

ESPN Play-by-play announcer Sean McDonough joins the show to discuss the NHL Playoffs and his thoughts on calling the Stanley Cup Final. The Ringer's Anthony Dabbundo stops by to preview the Champions League Final and the World Cup! Plus, Nick wraps up the show with his best bets for tonight.