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“What you’ll hear”
How a no-degree hustler became one of America’s biggest bookmakers
VIP comps, private jets, and the psychology of chasing edge
Moving money at scale: the logistics, the pressure, the myths vs. reality
The day it crashed: legal heat, fallout, and what really breaks first
Rebuilding after the headlines: discipline, identity, and mindset
Forbes Interview
Thank you, Forbes. Your in-depth reporting captured the facts and the context. Mathew Bowyer’s illegal operation is closed, and he will serve his sentence—12 months and one day. The piece also surfaces the bigger issue: an $84B illicit betting market that won’t vanish overnight. Our focus now is accountability, restitution, and helping push the conversation toward transparency and responsible, legal frameworks. Read the original article here.
Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime Podcast
Thank you for having me on the podcast. I’m Mathew Bowyer. We talked about my journey from teenage poker games to running an offshore sportsbook with agents nationwide—the rush, the repercussions (Vegas losses, raids, taxes), and the nuts-and-bolts of paying winners. I owned my mistakes, discussed addiction and family, and shared how I’m pivoting toward a legal, sustainable future.
Ian Bick Podcast
I had the honor of being a guest on Ian Bick’s incredible podcast, Locked In. Sharing my story and having a real, candid conversation with Ian about federal prison and what lies ahead was both powerful and insightful. Ian’s perspective and experience added so much depth, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to open up on his platform.
Michael Franzese Podcast
Shohei Ohtani’s name hit the wires—literally. In this sit-down, Michael Franzese interviews bookmaker Matt Bowyer, the man who took interpreter Ippei Mizuhara’s bets, about the $40M credit line, wire transfers allegedly from Ohtani’s account, massive soccer action, a $4.6M Super Bowl bet, and the federal raids that followed. Bowyer walks through how he started, why high-rollers prefer bookies over apps, what happened with the Angels/Dodgers interpreter, and—most importantly—whether Shohei Ohtani himself was involved.
The Passionate Few Podcast
Huge thanks to Omar and the entire THE PASSIONATE FEW team for giving me the space to share my story— from the raid and the headlines to recovery, accountability, and Recalibrate. Your thoughtful questions, empathy, and relentless curiosity turned a scandal into a conversation about lessons, family, and second chances. I’m grateful for the platform, the respect, and the opportunity to help others bet on themselves—legally.
Brad Lea | Dropping bombs Podcast
Being featured on Brad Lea’s Dropping Bombs podcast was more than just a conversation—it was a chance to unpack the raw, unfiltered details of my life story. From the highs to the lows, nothing was off limits, and the insight it brought was powerful.
Rachel Uchitel | Miss Understood Podcast
Former bookmaker Mathew Bowyer sits down with Rachel for one of his last interviews before surrender. He opens up about the Oct 5, 2023 raid, running a nationwide book with 800 active clients, $5–7M moving weekly, the Ippei/Ohtani drama, casino KYC failures, a 12-month-and-a-day sentence, and why he calls the raid “one of the best days” of his life.
The Craig Carton Show
Thanks for having me on the show. I appreciated the chance to talk candidly about gambling, bookmaking, the Ohtani headlines, and lessons learned—addiction, accountability, and rebuilding. We also covered the nuts and bolts of payouts, legal fallout, and how I’m recalibrating life and work. Grateful for the thoughtful questions and the platform.
Shady Characters Podcast
Thank you to Shady Characters for having me on the show and giving me the space to tell my story with honesty and depth. Tim and Evan brought out the raw details — from the chaos of my early hustles, to the highs and lows of building one of the biggest sports-betting networks, to the consequences that reshaped my life.
Their thoughtful questions and willingness to dive into the uncomfortable parts made this one of the most candid conversations I’ve ever had. I’m grateful for the chance to share not just the thrill and fallout, but also the lessons, the resilience, and the road to recalibration.
Sean Mike Kelly | Digital Social Hour Podcast
Being a guest on Digital Social Hour with Sean Mike Kelly was nothing short of spectacular. Sean runs one of the top podcasts in the country, with millions of views across all platforms, giving me the opportunity to share my story with audiences from every walk of life.
When you’re in the spotlight, especially with the media swarming around your life, the truth often gets twisted. Headlines are written to shock. Stories get clipped down, leaving out the “why,” the “how,” and the context that matters. What people don’t realize is that 80% of what’s out there is only part of the picture—it’s the other 20% that makes sense of it all.
Fresh Out Podcast
Fresh Out sits down with bookmaker Matt Bowyer—the man at the center of the Shohei Ohtani interpreter story. Bowyer explains how Ippei Mizuhara ran up $326M in wagers across ~17 months, placed ~19,000 bets, lost ~$40M net, and paid $16.2M before the feds closed in. We get into why high-rollers still choose bookies over apps, how payouts are actually moved, why oddsmakers set lines to balance action (not predict scores), and Bowyer’s own $4.2M Super Bowl bet on the Chiefs. Plus: being barred in Vegas, comps/theoretical, and how fast the case wrapped once MLB optics got involved.
The Joe Pags SHOW
It’s the story of gambling, greed, jets, and federal raids—plus a headline-grabbing link to one of baseball’s biggest stars. Mathew Bowyer ran a high-volume illegal sportsbook for years, was raided in 2014, kept going, and was raided again in 2023. Ahead of sentencing (at the time of recording), he sits down with Joe Pags to explain why he left a legal commodities career for bookmaking, how the rush of massive bets took over, and what “accountability” looks like now.
Success Formula Podcast
Honored to join Shawn Lynch on the Success Formula Podcast. Shawn pulls out the raw, unfiltered arc: a kid hustling papers, pizza shifts, gas station runs, baseball cards—then a poker ring and taking sports bets by 16. That grind led to high-stakes trading (one of the largest retail commodity traders) and later becoming the country’s biggest bookmaker. The highs, lows, risk—and consequences—are all here. If it resonates, my book Recalibrate (Amazon) goes deeper into the lessons and how I’m rebuilding.
Nightmare Success Podcast
What happens when your nightmare shows up at your front door? Brent interviews Mathew Bowyer—husband, dad of five, ex-commodities broker turned high-volume bookmaker—about addiction, ego, the FBI raid that upended his life, and how he’s “recalibrating” before sentencing. Matt traces hustler roots, million-dollar highs, moral lows, and the choice to own his story publicly (@MathewBowyer5). A raw playbook on accountability, resilience, and turning compulsion into purpose.
The Straitjacket Podcast
On Straight Jacket Podcast, Kaya Lauren meets Matt Bowyer—dad of five, ex-commodities broker turned high-stakes bookmaker. He built a 1,200-client betting site, chased dopamine across private jets and baccarat tables, then watched it implode in an FBI raid. Matt breaks down the rush, the money-moving logistics, the Ohtani-interpreter twist, and the toll on family. Now facing time, he’s recalibrating: a book, a doc, and a message to addicts—own it, get help, and redirect the drive. Start here if you’ve ever chased a win.
Housewives of True Crime Podcast
This is how I went from becoming a top retail commodities broker to running a massive underground sportsbook, the rush, the risk, and the reality. We cover the 2014 seizure, the 2023 FBI raid, eight-figure casino swings, mitigation, mindset—and straight talk on the Ohtani/Mizuhara scandal. If you’re after the real behind-the-scenes, it’s all here.
“Dope as USUAL” Podcast
Thank you to Thomas and Mario from the Dope as Usual podcast for having me on and giving me the platform to share my complete story before I report to federal prison. This was one of the most honest conversations I’ve ever had about my journey – from selling baseball cards as a kid to running one of America’s largest illegal bookmaking operations, and ultimately facing the consequences of my choices.
Nothing’s Off The Table | Louis Ruggiero Podcast
Thank you for having me on Nothing’s Off the Table. It meant a lot to sit down and speak so openly about my story, my mistakes, and the lessons that led to my book Recalibrate. I truly appreciate the raw, honest questions and the chance to connect with your audience on addiction, recovery, and rebuilding a life with integrity.
RYSK Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Podcast
Jiu-jitsu has reshaped my life and business. As a seven-figure entrepreneur, it pushed me to open my own school and apply its lessons everywhere. It’s more than a workout: full-body fitness and energy, real self-defense, problem-solving under pressure, and stress relief. On the mats you find discipline, clear goals, and a tight community that becomes a network. If you’re seeking growth—in strength, mindset, and relationships—jiu-jitsu is a powerful catalyst. I’m excited to share how it’s unlocked new potential.
Perfectly Twisted Podcast
In this raw and insightful interview, Mathew Bowyer opens up about his journey from running one of the largest illegal sports betting operations in the country to facing the consequences of his actions. As he awaits sentencing, Mathew shares his story of addiction, personal growth, and the profound impact it has had on his family.
He talks candidly about his past, including his rise in the gambling world, the toll it took on his personal life, and his current efforts to rebuild. As a father of five, he’s learning to navigate his challenges with grace and accountability, offering valuable lessons on perseverance, honesty, and redemption.
Crime & Entertainment Podcast
In this raw conversation, Mathew Bowyer traces his arc from hustling as a teen to running one of the country’s highest-volume illegal sportsbooks—then getting raided by federal agents (twice), confronting addiction, and trying to rebuild for his wife and five kids. He talks about early family upheaval, the dopamine of huge wins, losing tens of millions, and why money management—not picks—was his downfall. Bowyer also discusses the high-profile saga involving Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter, the mechanics of credit lines, getting de-banked, and what it feels like to wait on a federal sentence.
That1 Podcast
Thank you for inviting me on the podcast and giving me space to be real. I’m grateful for the thoughtful questions, the respect, and the chance to talk openly about accountability, recovery, and turning adversity into fuel. You created a safe, honest environment to dig into mindset, service, surrender, and the difference between joy and happiness.
Thanks to the listeners for leaning in. If even one person felt seen or took a first step—asking for help, having a hard conversation, or choosing a better next decision—it was worth it. And to the team behind the scenes: your prep and hospitality showed.
I’m committed to using my story to help others. Appreciate the trust and the platform—hope we can do it again.
WAGERTALK TV Podcast
Gambling is everywhere now—but what happens when the action runs your life? On this special on-location episode, Bill Krackomberger and John Orlando sit down with Mathew Boyer (author of Recalibrate)—a longtime high-volume bookmaker and high roller who says he’s lost $50–60M gambling, once bet $4.6M on a Super Bowl, and was raided by federal agents twice. Boyer explains how his book grew from a poker ring at 16 to 1,200 clients, why credit betting is different from apps, juggling casino markers, how KYC crackdowns changed Vegas—and his account of the $16.2M paid by Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter while placing mostly soccer bets. He owns the greed, the addiction, the lifestyle, and why he’s now preparing for prison and trying to rebuild.
The Confidence Quotient Podcast
Bookmaker Matt sits down with Michael and Zayn to unpack the Shohei Ohtani/Ippei Mizuhara saga from his vantage point, the psychology of credit and limits, where game-fixing actually happens, and why legal betting hasn’t killed the street book. We get raw about ego, addiction, and rebuilding after an FBI raid—plus Matt’s 10–10 rule for making hard decisions (10 days / 10 months / 10 years). Recorded March 11 while his sentencing date was in flux.
Muscle Sport TV Podcast
Joe welcomes bookmaker Matt Bowyer to Muscle Sport TV to talk the Ippei Mizuhara / Shohei Ohtani saga, why he says MLB never interviewed him, how the feds targeted casinos and KYC, and why today’s prop-bet culture + in-game apps are explosive. Bowyer discusses ESPN’s tip, pleading guilty, surrendering Oct 10, “Old Vegas” vs corporate Vegas, integrity monitoring, lower-level athletes at risk, and his plan post-prison (book Recalibrate, speaking, doc/feature film).
the Edge Podcast
Thank you, Larry, for having me on the The Edge Podcast. It was an honor to share my journey and talk about the heart behind my book Recalibrate.
I truly appreciate the way you asked thoughtful questions and gave me the space to open up. Conversations like this mean a lot — not only because I get to reflect on my own path, but also because it allows me to share a message of redemption, resilience, and hope with your audience.
Thank you again for the opportunity.
Prison Professors Podcast
Thank you, Michael, for having me on the Prison Professors Podcast. It was a privilege to sit down with you, not only as a friend but as someone I deeply respect for the work you’ve done to reform the justice system and inspire people inside and outside of prison.
I appreciated the opportunity to talk about my journey, the lessons behind my book Recalibrate, and the importance of resilience, accountability, and rebuilding after a fall. Our conversation reminded me again how powerful it is to share stories that can encourage others to keep pushing forward, no matter the obstacles.
I’m grateful for the platform you’ve built and for letting me contribute to it.
Success Stories Podcast
Thank you, Travis, for having me on the Travis Richey Podcast. It was an incredible conversation and I appreciate the way you created space for me to be real about my journey — from my early hustles, through the highs and lows of business and gambling, to where I stand today as I face accountability and focus on rebuilding.
Your openness about your own story and the parallels we share made the dialogue even more meaningful. These kinds of honest exchanges remind me why mindset, resilience, and responsibility matter so much — not only for me and my family, but for anyone going through adversity.
Diane and Justin Interview
Thank you, Diana, for having me on your podcast. From the very beginning of our conversation, I felt both supported and challenged in the best way. The depth of your questions allowed me to open up about my journey, my mistakes, and the lessons that led me to write Recalibrate.
I truly appreciated the chance to share not only my story, but also the mindset shifts and practical steps I’ve taken to rebuild. Your guidance and the way you wove your own insights into our discussion made the experience even more impactful.
I am grateful for your platform and for the opportunity to reach your audience with a message of accountability, resilience, and hope.
The Unstoppable Edge Podcast
I’m incredibly grateful to Belinda for providing this platform to share my story authentically. To everyone who has supported me through social media, purchased my book “Recalibrate,” and sent encouraging messages – your support means everything to my family and me during this challenging time. If you’re struggling with addiction, facing adversity, or need motivation to change your life, I hope my journey can inspire you to take action. Remember: you can always make more money, but you can’t buy back time or health. Use your mindset as your greatest weapon.
AddictedRecovery Podcast
Thank you for trusting us a week after sentencing—owning your choices, choosing accountability, and showing that recovery is possible. Your line, “Addiction is chasing; recovery is attracting,” will stick with a lot of us.
And to everyone watching/listening: thank you for being here. Your honesty, day counts, and encouragement turn this from a show into a recovery community. Whether today is day 1 or day 1,000—we see you, and we’re with you.