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      Low Rollers Podcast, Episode 58: Mike Jackness On Becoming A Slots Influencer

      Weekly show also features the latest news out of Virginia on potential iCasino legalization timing

      By Eric Raskin

      Last updated: March 5, 2026

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      On the Feb. 26, 2026 episode of Casino Reports’ weekly gaming-biz podcast, I welcome Desert Degens CEO Mike Jackness for a conversation about how the serial entrepreneur became a slots influencer, the pros and cons of putting “degens” in the name, how slots influencers make money, what educating viewers about optimal slots play entails, and more.

      Also, I break down the latest on the efforts in Virginia to legalize online casino, plus I offer a player’s perspective on the apparent forthcoming brand change from PokerStars to FanDuel Poker.

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