Brian Christopher Slots News Articles and Press Mentions

2025 News Mentions

1/21/25
Gaming News Canada [Video]: Paige Spiranac & Brian Christopher catapult SportsGrid into the online casino boom

1/7/25
SBC Americas: SportsGrid readies to expand into casino content with top influencers

2024 News Mentions

12/30/24
SBC Americas: The top 5 SBC Americas news stories of 2024

12/28/24
CDC Gaming: The industry looks back on 2024, and forward to 2025 (Part 2)

12/24/24
Casino Guru News: Brian Christopher wins his largest slot jackpot at MGM Grand Detroit

12/23/24
Vegas Slots Online: Gambling Influencer Scoops $80k Slot Jackpot During Live Stream at Detroit Casino

12/22/24
Gambling News: Casino Influencer Brian Christopher Scores Big at MGM Grand Detroit

12/21/24
CDC Gaming: The industry looks back on 2024, and forward to 2025 (Part 1)

12/20/24
Michigan Live: Casino influencer Brian Christopher wins largest jackpot of his life while filming at MGM Grand Detroit
US103.1: Detroit Jackpot! Casino Influencer Hits Big In Motor City
Michigan Live: Brian Christopher fans pack MGM Grand Detroit for meet-and-greet, ‘The people are awesome here’

12/18/24
Michigan Live: Casino YouTube star Brian Christopher hosting free Detroit fan event

12/12/24
Bonus.com: Brian Christopher to Host Christmas Event at MGM Grand Detroit

12/11/24
Play Michigan: Jingle Bells Bonanza: Slots Influencer Brian Christopher’s Holiday Tour Wraps Up at MGM Grand Next Week

11/6/24
Gambling TV: SportsGrid pens deal with golf’s ‘social media sensation’

10/31/24
SBC Americas: Paige Spiranac to become a new face of SportsGrid Network

10/10/24
CDC Gaming: G2E: Listen to customers, workers on casino smoking

10/9/24
Las Vegas Review-Journal: G2E welcomes slot-playing influencers, signaling a marketing shift
Nevada Independent: Debate over smoking in casinos takes center stage at G2E
West Island Blog: Casino Influencer Brian Christopher Reveals Surprising Findings on Smoke-Free Preferences Among Gaming Patrons

10/8/24
Casino.org: Brian Christopher: Majority of Casino Patrons Want a Smoke-Free Environment (Exclusive)

10/7/24
New Poll: Overwhelming Majority of Casino Patrons Prefer Smokefree Playing Environment

10/2/24
LinkedIn (Press Release): GAMING ARTS® and MERKUR GAMING Join Forces For G2E 2024, Highlighting Their Strategic Partnership

9/26/24
Casino Reports: SportsGrid CEO Jeremy Stein On iGaming Aspirations: From ‘Brian Christopher Show’ To Standalone Casino Channel With 18 Hours Of Programming

9/22/24
Global Gaming Business: Gaming Arts - New Day
CDC Gaming Reports: Casino players strongly favor smokefree air, survey for G2E panel finds

9/20/24
Gambling News: Brian Christopher to Launch New Show on SportsGrid in 2025

9/19/24
CDC Gaming Reports: Casino Influencer Brian Christopher to host TV show on SportsGrid

9/16/24
Gambling TV: Brian Christopher to Launch New Show with SportsGrid Network

9/12/24
Gaming America: American Executive of the Year 2024
Casino Beats: Brian Christopher joins SportsGrid ahead of casino network launch

9/10/24
SBC Americas: Brian Christopher's BC Ventures partners with SportsGrid Network
Slot Beats: Brian Christopher delves into sports media with SportsGrid
Global Gambling News: SportsGrid expands content offering with Brian Christopher partnership
US iGaming Hub: SportsGrid Network Partners with Casino Gaming Influencer Brian Christopher for New Programming
Bonus.com: 'Brian Christopher Show' Coming in 2025 to SportsGrid's Casino & Gambling Network

9/9/24
SportsGrid Expands Content Offering with Brian Christopher Partnership

6/19/24
BetMGM Announces Exclusive Partnership with Brian Christopher Slots

Las Vegas Review-Journal: This slot influencer, a familiar face in Vegas, is teaming up with BetMGM
CDC Gaming Reports: BetMGM partners with social media slots influencer Brian Christopher
EGR North America: BetMGM signs exclusive ambassador deal with top casino streamer
Gaming America: BetMGM teams up with Brian Christopher Slots

6/13/24
Canadian Gaming Business: Beyond Ontario: Canadian Gaming Summit returns with a Pan-Canadian twist

6/3/24
Unilad: Former Uber driver now makes nearly $10,000 a day after filming himself playing slot machines

5/5/24
Nevada Independent: Decadeslong push to end smoking in casinos finds new audience: shareholders

5/3/24
CDC Gaming Reports: Gaming influencer Christopher to deliver keynote at Canadian Summit

5/1/24
Casino Beats: Casino streamer Brian Christopher to appear at Canadian Gaming Summit

4/25/24
Casino Reports: ‘Influencers’ Provide Some Of The Most Effective Marketing Casinos Could Ask For

4/23/24
Global Gaming Business: Brian Christopher

4/19/24
CDC Gaming Show (Video): “Expanding the world of gaming” with Influencer Brian Christopher and Marco Bianchi, BC Ventures

4/15/24
The Street: How this YouTuber built a huge audience by playing slots

4/11/24
Casino Beats: CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards 2024 shortlists announced

4/6/24
Your New Jersey (Video): Brian Christopher Interview on Smokefree Casinos (Starts at 12:26)

3/23/24
Global Gaming Business (Video Podcast): Brian Christopher

3/4/24
Good Day Chicago: Push to ban smoking in casinos gains momentum

2/16/24
ABC 4 KOMO News (Video): Should Las Vegas ban smoking in casinos?

2/5/24
HuffPost: These Workers Are In A ‘Fight For Their Lives’ Against Secondhand Smoke
Pride Business: A Conversation with Slots Influencer Brian Christopher

1/9/24
CNN: Hoping to clear the air in casinos, workers seek to ban tobacco smoke

1/5/24
Play Pennsylvania: Slots Influencer Brian Christopher Advocates For Smoke-Free PA Casinos

1/3/24
Gioco News (Italian): Divieto di fumo, Christopher: 'Basta scappatoie per i casino di Atlantic City'

2023 News Mentions

12/29/2023
CDC Gaming Reports: 19 gaming experts predict what’s in store for 2024

12/5/2023
Yogonet: Eilers & Krejcik Gaming announces date, details for 6th annual EKG Slot Awards Show

11/15/2023
CDC Gaming Show: Special G2E Interview: Brian Christopher, BCSlots

10/31/2023
Kim Komando Today: Podcast Interview

10/21/2023
CDC Gaming Reports: Influencers test new slot games, make connections, at G2E

10/12/2023
CDC Gaming Reports: G2E: Trust, authenticity, and familiarity are essential for gaming influencers
CDC Gaming Reports: G2E: Panel cites multiple benefits, but few if any costs, of smokefree air

10/11/2023
Las Vegas Review-Journal: Is Nevada facing pressure to ban smoking in casinos?

10/2/2023
CDC Gaming Reports: Brian Christopher's BC Ventures introduces content platform Flip The Switch

10/1/2023
CDC Gaming Show: Special Interview: Brian Christopher of Brian Christopher Slots

9/26/2023
Gioco News (Italian): Usa, dall'influencer Brian Christopher un portale per i giocatori di casino

9/25/2023
Brian Christopher Introduces Flip The Switch, The First Influencer Content Platform for Casino Gamers

9/20/2023
Global Gaming Expo: Industry Insider: Brian Christopher, President and CEO, BC Ventures

9/13/2023
Las Vegas Review-Journal: Want to start your own channel? Check out these tips from Vegas influencers

9/11/2023
ABC 7 Los Angeles: This gamer turned his love of casinos, slot machines and gambling into a career
Prime News Print: Experience Vegas-style fun at the three Agua Caliente Casinos in the California desert

8/14/2023
WGN Radio: Meet the YouTuber whose gamble is worth the risk
CDC Gaming Reports: G2E smoking-policy panelists look for “genuine discussion” of thorny issue

7/23/2023
Kim Komando: Winning at losing: The lucrative world of gambling livestreams

7/21/2023
Global Gaming Business: Blowing Smoke

7/6/2023
CDC Gaming Reports: Brian Christopher’s Pop’N Pays More slot game now available on Chumba Casino
Gambling Insider: Brian Christopher’s Pop ’N Pays More slots goes digital for first anniversary
Gaming America: Brian Christopher’s slot machine game debuts online
Yogonet: Casino gaming influencer Brian Christopher launches online version of his Pop'N Pays MORE slot
Newser: He Made a Living Losing $300K at the Slots Last Year

7/5/2023
Brian Christopher's Pop'N Pays MORE!™ Goes Digital with Chumba Casino on the 1st Anniversary of the Influencer's Slot Machine

7/5/2023
Wall Street Journal: How to Make Money by Losing $300,000 a Year on Slot Machines

7/1/2023
Travel Weekly: Plaza's new Main Street entrance a destination in itself

6/26/2023
Vegas Inc.: New slots area at Plaza in Las Vegas named for gaming influencer

6/12/2023
Las Vegas Sun: Plaza debuts a fresh look while preserving part of its Las Vegas history
Play USA: Plaza Reimagines Downtown Las Vegas Casino With New Outdoor Bar And Smoke-Free Slots Room

6/9/2023
Gaming Newsroom: Plaza Hotel & Casino debuts reimagined Main Street facade as new downtown destination for cocktails, gaming and dining

6/8/2023
Vegas Business Digest: Plaza Hotel Unveils New Venues and Smoke Free Slot Room
Review Journal: VIDEO - Plaza unveils new Main Street venues
Review Journal: Check out the Plaza’s ‘reimagined’ Main Street entrance

6/5/2023
Brian Christopher Extends Partnership with the Plaza Hotel & Casino with New, 5X Larger Smokefree Gaming Area

5/30/2023
CasinoBeats: Discover the winners of the 2023 CBS Game Developer Awards

5/29/2023
Gaming Newsroom: The Winners of the 2023 Game Developer Awards Are In

4/12/2023
SBC News: SBC reveals shortlists for Game Developer Awards, recognizing top industry talent

3/29/2023
Bonus.com: Las Vegas Visitors Are Younger, Gambling Less, But Spending More

3/21/2023
CDC Gaming Reports: Social media influencers find increasing acceptance from gaming industry

3/20/2023
Gaming America: Some like it slot: the world of slot media influencers

2/16/2023
Las Vegas Deals: The Best Way to Experience Vegas Without Actually Visiting
Gambling Industry News: Brian Christopher Testifies in Support of Atlantic City Casino Workers Pushing for Smokefree Workplace

2/15/2023
NJ.com: Time's up: Ban casino smoking

2/13/2023
CDC Gaming Reports: New Jersey: Influencer Brian Christopher testifies against smoking in casinos
Gioco News (Italian): Christopher al Senato del New Jersey: 'Stop al fumo nei casino'

2/8/2023
The Curious Gambler: Brian Christopher Interview: Writing From Aboard the Carnival Breeze

1/26/2023
Global Gaming Business Magazine: Always Bet on Engagement

1/25/2023
Yogonet Gaming News: EKG Slot Awards unveils official list of nominees for 25 categories

1/13/2023
Bonus.com: Casino Smoking Opponents Find a New Ally in Slots Influencer Brian Christopher

1/12/2023
Gambling News: CEASE Demands a Full Smoking Ban for Casinos by April

1/11/2023
Gioco News (Italian): Casino senza fumo, scende in campo l'influencer Brian Christopher

1/10/2023
Gambling Insider: Brian Christopher promotes smoke-free casinos
Casino News USA: Brian Christopher to Launch First Smoke-Free Gaming Area in Downtown Las Vegas
Gambling News: Influencer Brian Christopher Says No to Smoking in Casinos
Yogonet Gaming News: Casino gaming influencer Brian Christopher pledges to only promote smoke-free casinos

1/9/2023
Brian Christopher Leads New Generation Into Smokefree Gaming

ANRF: Brian Christopher Leads New Generation Into Smokefree Gaming
CDC Gaming Reports: Gaming Influencer Brian Christopher will only appear at smoke-free venues in 2023

2022 News Mentions

12/20/2022
Global Gaming Business Magazine: Slot Stream

12/6/2022
Eilers & Krejcik Gaming: Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Announces Details For The 5th Annual EKG Slot Awards Show

11/12/2022
Cruise Hive: Guest Wins $500,000 During Carnival Cruise Line Tournament

10/15/2022
USA Casino: #1 Slots Streamer Brian Christopher Talks Business & Offers Casino Streaming Tips

10/6/2022
Business Insider: Gaming Arts to Showcase its Largest Portfolio of New Games Ever at G2E 2022

10/1/2022
CDC Gaming Reports: Faces of Gaming: Brian Christopher - From actor, Uber driver, and cater waiter to slot celebrity

9/28/2022
Indian Gaming: Yaamava' Installs World Premiere of Light & Wonder's Jewel of the Dragon Franchise
Slot Beats: Southern California Casino offers "immersive experience" with new Light & Wonder installation
Gambling Insider: Yaamava' Resort and Casino launches Light & Wonder's new slot franchise

9/27/2022
Yahoo: Yaamava' Resort & Casino Installs World Premiere of Light & Wonder's Jewel of The Dragon Slot Franchise

9/21/2022
Play USA: Brian Christopher Hosts First Group Slot Pull On His Pop'N Pays More Game s

9/14/2022
Play USA: Brian Christopher To Visit Jamul Casino Sept. 17 For His Famed Group Slot Pulls

9/5/2022
Gambling Industry News: #1 Slots Streamer BCSlots Shines With Own Branded Slot Game & Biz Partnerships - Exclusive Q&A

9/2/2022
Play USA: Brian Christopher Slot Machine Enjoys Blockbuster Success, Outperforms Casino Averages

8/29/2022
Global Travel Media: Carnival Cruise Line Casinos and Brian Christopher Slots Making Lucky Combination
CrewCenter: Slots influencer partners with Carnival Cruise Line

8/27/2022
CDC Gaming Reports: YouTube influencer Brian Christopher's slot machine outperforming Las Vegas casino floor averages
Noticias de Cruceros: Brian Christopher Slots y Carnival

8/26/2022
Las Vegas Review-Journal: YouTuber slot machine outperforming casino floor averages
Slot Beats: Brian Christopher to set sail with Carnival Cruises
Live Casino Direct: Influencer With Over 1 Million Followers Partners With Carnival
Frelloz: Carnival Cruise Line to Introduce New Slot Machine With Casino Gaming Influencer
Portal Cruceros: Carnival Cruise Line Casinos se asocia con Brian Christopher Slots

8/25/2022
Carnival Cruise Line Casinos and Brian Christopher Slots Making Lucky Combination

Carnival: Carnival Cruise Line Casinos and Brian Christopher Slots Making Lucky Combination
Gambling Insider: Yep, a slots streamer now has his own exclusive cruise partner
CDC Gaming Reports: Slots influencer Brian Christopher partners with Carnival Cruises; will sail on Slot Tournament Cruise, other voyages
Cruise Industry News: Carnival Partners with Slots Influencer Brian Christopher
Cruise Radio: Carnival Cruise Line To Introduce New Slot Machine With Casino Gaming Influencer
Cruise Hive: Influencer With Over 1 Million Followers Partners With Carnival
CruiseReport: Carnival Cruise Line Casinos and Brian Christopher Slots Making Lucky Combination

8/19/2022
Yogonet Gaming News: Interview With The Slots Influencer Brian Christopher: "When casinos work with us, they can be guaranteed that their product will be seen by 100% gamblers, from all over the world"

8/17/2022
Brian Christopher, America's No. 1 Slot Influencer, and Gaming Arts Successfully Launch New Slot Game: Brian Christopher's Pop'N Pays More!

Gaming Arts: Brian Christopher, America's No. 1 Slot Influencer, and Gaming Arts Successfully Launch New Slot Game: Brian Christopher's Pop'N Pays More!
Yahoo: Brian Christopher, America's No. 1 Slot Influencer, and Gaming Arts Successfully Launch New Slot Game: Brian Christopher's Pop'N Pays More!

7/25/2022
Global Gaming Business Magazine: Social Selling
Casino Center: BIG DISPLAY, BIG PLANS Gaming Arts highlights its new VertX Grand cabinet with a trio of strong new games

7/14/2022
The Press-Enterprise: Influencer Brian Christopher to unveil slot machine modeled after him at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage
Beat The Fish: Brian Christopher Unveils First-Ever Influencer-Branded Slot Machine
Pasadena Star-News: Influencer Brian Christopher to unveil slot machine modeled after him at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage

7/8/2022
Casino Life Magazine: Brian Christopher's Pop'N Pays More, Brand New Slot Machine Launches at Agua Caliente Casinos, First Place to Play in California

7/7/2022
Las Vegas Review-Journal: YouTuber's slot machine unveiled on Las Vegas casino floor
Gaming America: YouTube personality Brian Christopher launches slot machine at Plaza in Las Vegas

7/6/2022
Las Vegas Review-Journal: With over 1M online followers, this influencer is now making his mark on casino floors

7/1/2022
Southern California Gaming Guide: Brian Christopher's Pop'N Pays More Game Debuts in July at Agua Caliente Casinos and Yaamava' Resort & Casino (Page 23)

6/30/2022
Gambling Insider: The Importance of Streamers

6/29/2022
Indian Gaming: Gila River - Wild Horse Pass To Host Meet & Greet With Slot Influencer Brian Christopher

6/25/2022
CDC Gaming Reports: Casinos are waking up to the need for smoke-free gaming floors

6/22/2022
CDC Gaming Reports: Frank Floor Talk: Brian Christopher and Gaming Arts launch a new game together

6/14/2022
Las Vegas Review-Journal: Plaza renovations promise to 'transform' Main Street facade
8 News Now: Plaza Hotel & Casino to be first non-smoking casino in downtown Las Vegas
Eater Las Vegas: Carousel Bar Among Four New Projects Coming to the Plaza
KTNV Las Vegas: Plaza Hotel & Casino unveils the Plaza's 'Main Street reimagination project'
KSNV-TV NBC: Plaza Hotel announces new entertainment hub with smoke-free gaming space, Carousel Bar

6/5/2022
CDC Gaming Reports: AGS GameON conference to focus on casino industry’s changing dynamics

5/10/2022
Gaming Arts Announces Partnership with Brian Christopher Slots

Gaming Arts: Gaming Arts Announces Partnership with Brian Christopher Slots
Yahoo: Gaming Arts Announces Partnership with Brian Christopher Slots
Slot Beats: Brian Christopher to be the face of upcoming Gaming Arts release
Gambling Insider: Gaming Arts partners with Brian Christopher Slots in creation of new game
Indian Gaming: Gaming Arts Announces Partnership With Brian Christopher Slots

2/17/2022
Plaza Hotel & Casino: Brian Christopher Slots gaming area at Plaza Hotel & Casino extended through 2022

2/6/2022
Las Vegas Sun: No more cherries and lemons: Technologically advanced slots appeal to younger crowd

2021 News Mentions

10/15/2021
Casino.org: Slot Machine Expert Brian Christopher Sticking to Smoke-Free Casinos

8/5/2021
Las Vegas Review-Journal: Wheel of Fortune still top slot 25 years later

6/22/2021
CDC Gaming Reports Inc: NIGA Tradeshow: Influencers can generate buzzworthy events for casinos

4/28/2021
CDC Gaming Reports Inc: Nonsmoking advocates insist smoking bans are good for casinos

4/12/2021
CDC Gaming Reports Inc: Smoking at casinos declines as COVID-19 and health concerns force casinos to re-evaluate policies

4/8/2021
Small Screen Staff: Top YouTube Channels for Casino Lovers

3/26/2021
7 Minute Miles: Brian Christopher Slots

3/16/2021
CDC Gaming Reports: Frank Floor Talk: What's a slot influencer?

2/27/2021
Best US Casinos: YouTube social media influencer designs casino's slots floor

2/26/2021
The Vegas Bash: YouTube slot room opens in downtown Las Vegas

2/19/2021
The Press-Enterprise: 5 construction and opening updates for Las Vegas

1/29/2021
Las Vegas Review-Journal: YouTube influencer Brian Christopher's slot area already a hit at Plaza

1/29/2021
Casino.org: Plaza Casino to open slot area with Brian Christopher, targets younger players

1/27/2021
BCSlots.com and the Plaza Hotel & Casino Debut First-Ever "Brian Christopher Slots" Gaming Area

Plaza Hotel & Casino: BCSlots.com and the Plaza Hotel & Casino Debut First-Ever "Brian Christopher Slots" Gaming Area

2020 News Mentions

12/3/2020
The Toronto Star: Rude! This Burlington man became a YouTube sensation playing slots and it’s now his full-time job

11/6/2020
Press Enterprise: How to win slots and influence people

11/5/2020
Los Angeles Daily News: Southern California casinos welcome social media influencers who can bring in a crowd

10/14/2020
Virtual G2E: Property leaders discuss "the Scramble drill" in closing and reopening casino

9/16/2020
CDC Gaming Reports: Three casino operators to share COVID-19 reopening experiences for virtual G2E kick-off

8/19/2020
CDC Gaming Reports: 21 casinos. 9 states. 107 days. This player’s journey of staying COVID-19 free

7/22/2020
Comped Travel: Brian Christopher’s YouTube Channel takes “hand pay” to “paycheck”

7/20/2020
CDC Gaming Reports: Smoking ban would prove casinos want to protect health

6/26/2020
CDC Gaming Reports: Adams Analysis Q2 2020: Influencers and A New Spectator Sport

5/2/2020
Las Vegas Review-Journal: YouTube slot machine stars to help bring back Vegas tourists

5/10/2020
The Spokesman-Review: 'We're here, live in Idaho': Well-known gambling YouTuber streams experience at reopened CdA Casino

2019 News Mentions

12/8/2019
Global Gaming Business: Slot Stars Bring New Audience to the Gaming Floor

09/4/2019
Strictly Slots Magazine: GAMBLING WITH MY FUTURE - The longer I live, the more I gamble

2018 News Mentions

2018
Strictly Slots Magazine: The Slot Influencer: Brian Christopher turns playing slots into a successful business

8/14/2018
VoyageLA: Meet Brian Christopher of BrianGambles.com

6/11/18
Forbes: YouTube Slot Controversy Shows The Perils Of Your Side Hustle