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We are done with Week 7 of Beat the Geek, and the Geek struggled once again. There was also an exciting race at the top of the leaderboard, which ended up needing a tiebreaker! Let’s…
Read More → 2024 US Election Astrology Predictions and US Presidents Zodiac Signs
What do the stars tell us about the next US president? We explored the most common US presidents’ zodiac signs to prepare our presidential election prediction based on astrology!
Since we don’t have astrologers on the team, we decided to approach this differently. We took Donald Trump and Kamala Harris' signs, checked their previous history, and the direct match-up to see what's the most likel...
UFC 308 Odds: Can Holloway Reclaim Featherweight Crown from Topuria?
The UFC 308 odds for this card show two favorites at the top of the list. Ilia Topuria and Khamzat Chimaev are expected to win, but I'm sure Max Holloway and Robert Whittaker will be eager to prove the bookies wrong!
The event will take place in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 26, starting earlier in the day in North America. I’ll break down the UFC 308 betting odds for these fights and give yo...
Worst Sporting Takeovers This Century
Whether you’re a huge fan of the NFL or you follow the path of your favorite MLB team with bated breath every time they step on the field, most sporting fans will agree that the takeover by a new owner is a major shakeup for any sporting team.
Regular sporting takeovers are nothing new to American sports and they happen far more often than you might think. As recently as June this year, Michae...
10 Historic Firsts for Women in Congress
As we approach the 2024 elections, and look at the odds of Kamala Harris being the first woman elected President of the United States, it's the perfect time to reflect on the journey of women in Congress. The ten milestones we cover below have shaped America's highest legislative bodies, and highlight how the roles of women in government have grown and developed over the last 150 years.
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The NFL’s Top 10 Most Heartbroken Fanbases
Devoted sports fans know that heartbreak is part and parcel of being a loyal supporter. Now, with another nail-biting NFL season wrapped up, which fans have been hit the hardest this season? We’ve decided to find out.
We dug into social media to look at which team’s frustrated fans have written the most sad or angry posts on X, Instagram, and Facebook after a tough day of fandom or betting at ...
US Summer Olympic Medals: Which State Has the Most Gold?
Are you interested in learning about the most US Olympic medals by state from over the last century for summer events? The team at The Sports Geek has crunched the data and is revealing which states have produced the most Olympic gold medalists!
As the winningest country at the Summer Olympics, athletes have come from all walks of life and corners of the United States. However, which sta...
Athletes and Advocates: US Summer Olympians Beyond the Podium
The 2024 Summer Olympics were the first time in history where there was an equal number of women and men competing. The Paris Games saw 10,500 athletes going for gold. The US was represented by 588 athletes, 313 women and 269 men, the fourth consecutive time women have outnumbered men on the US team.
To recognize this milestone, let’s introduce (or re-introduce) 11 exceptional female US Olympi...
Oscar Actor Winners By Age
Acting Oscar Winners By Age: Youngest & Oldest Winners
Best Actor Oscar Winners By Age
Best Actress Oscar Winners By Age
Best Supporting Actor Oscar Winners By Age
Best Supporting Actress Oscar Winners By Age
Have you ever wondered who the youngest and oldest acting Oscars winners are? I have many times, so this time, I jumped to Wikipedia and started looking at previous winn...
San Francisco 2024 Mayoral Election Odds and Betting Predictions
Providing a reliable prediction for the San Francisco mayoral election in 2024 is a tough task, with Mark Farrell and London Breed very close. The latest betting odds suggest the two Democratic Candidates will decide the race.
I provide more information on all reliable candidates in this article. If you read until the end, you will also find my San Francisco mayoral election predictions for 20...
Craps Tips and Strategies for Beginners
Craps can be intimidating to new players. There are lots of places to put your chips and plenty of craps bets you can take. Knowing which craps bets to make and when to make them will have a big impact on your success. Some bets are more complicated than others.
The more complex betting options are best reserved for experienced players with advanced craps strategies. On the other hand, there a...
