Low Rollers Podcast, Episode 47: Brandt Iden On iGaming Legalization Efforts
The weekly show welcomes Fanatic VP of Government Affairs Brandt Iden to share his insights on the hopes and challenges of iGaming expansion.
On the Dec. 4, 2025 episode of Casino Reports' weekly gaming-biz podcast, I welcome former Michigan legislator and current Fanatics VP of Government Affairs Brandt Iden to discuss the argument in favor of legalizing iGaming, the headwinds the industry is facing, which state(s) will be next, his panic level as a Lions fan, and more.
Also, I run through all the latest news including the nearly complete New York casino licensing process, two major U.S. prediction market launches, and a record iCasino jackpot at DraftKings, plus I break a cardinal rule of society and talk about my fantasy teams heading into the final week of the fantasy football regular season.
Eric has been a professional editor and writer for more than 25 years, including nearly 20 years of experience covering the gambling industry. He was editor-in-chief of the poker magazine All In from 2005-2015 and manag…
