David Purdum
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organized crime, sports betting, casinos, gambling, sports, match-fixing, poker, las vegas
I write about gambling for ESPN. I am not good at gambling.
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David Purdum’s Biography
Read Full Bio →I'm a 39-year-old writer with a passion for original reporting and storytelling.
I have applied my background in traditional journalism to covering the mysterious gaming industry for the past five years.
I have profiled renowned professional sports bettor Billy Walters and broken stories about the hypocrisy of the NFL's stance on sports betting.
I have built a global network of sources, including Las Vegas and UK bookmakers, underground bookies, politicians, lawyers and gamblers.
I cover thi…
David Purdum’s Journalist Portfolio
What happened when I tried to interview Incarcerated Bob
Confessions of a tout - How pick-sellers prey on desperate gamblers
Poker community rocked by gambling indictments tied to Russian mob
Confessions of a Big Ten bookie: 'I don't regret any of it'
Billy Walters, world's top sports gambler, talks sports betting with Covers.com
Interview
See all 15 answers →What was your first job as a journalist?
I was a high school sports stringer for the Palm Beach Post and South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
I'm approaching 40-years-old, so it's been a long, long time since I've used a typewriter. I learned to type in high school on a PC.
How is social media changing news?
Social media has helped spread the news and improve interaction with readers, but it also has hurt quality and accuracy.