My First Bet
The first time I ever made a bet I was sixteen years old. I looked a lot older than my age and I had no trouble placing the bet. I had saved up $500 I had earned at the Dairy Queen that summer. As my father was a gambler I knew all about the ponies. […]
A Lesson in Blackjack
Hi, my name is Joseph Pigliatti. I am also known as Joey the Pig, Juiced Joey, Joey the Big Ouch and Joey Cupcake. If you don’t mind, I prefer Joey the Pig. The good folks at gambleonthis.com have asked me to write an article about the first times I ever gambled. So, here it goes. […]
The Poker Chip
To write this article saddens me greatly. It is a story of great heart break and pain. And all because of a poker chip. Many years ago when I left my village and traveled to the new world I vowed that I would work hard, save my money and send for my father. My father […]
Gambler and Hex
I come from a land of violence. I do not share my real name with you for fear of revenge against my family. My story is very humble but sincere. It is not for the faint of heart. In my land money is freedom. If you have money then you can prosper. If you have […]
Gambling and Organized Crime
Hi, my name is Joseph Pigliatti. I am also known as Joey the Pig, Joey Toe Jam, Two Guns Joey and Joey Cream Pie. If you don’t mind, I prefer Joey the Pig. The good folks at gambleonthis.com asked me a question the other day and requested I answer it in an article. Their question […]