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23.06.2026 0 51

Selling the Dream: Smoke&Mirrors of iGaming with Narcis Gavrilescu

Buckle up, the new episode is a rather peculiar one! What we can tell for sure: it’s not a typical affiliate podcast saturated with traffic arbitrage tips. This one dives deep into the roots, evolution, and future of iGaming as an industry.

This time, our host Olie, sits down with a very special guest: Narcis Gavrilescu – the voice behind the iGaming History Podcast and a true storyteller of the industry.

So, what’s in store?

First, we get an inspirational sneak peek into Narcis’ own project:

he talks about his podcast – iGaming History – dissolving how the idea was born (and almost mythical it was!)
his personal path into the iGaming world, including how it all started with Evolution
the mission behind “containing the consciousness” of the industry, and how that vision is brought to life in powerful podcast episodes
behind-the-scenes insights into interviewing industry leaders and uncovering untold stories: should we feel compassion towards iGaming pioneers encountering endless pressure and everlasting challenges?

Later, Narcis takes us on a journey through literal iGaming archives:

the most pivotal moments that shaped iGaming as we know it
how mobile and regulation – evergreen and nothing new for now
how emerging tech like AI & blockchain are rewriting the rules (or are they rewriting really?)
common misconceptions about iGaming (and a few spicy takes included)

And of course, being Adsterra, we couldn’t skip the ad talk:

iGaming ads: love them or hate them?
what does iGaming sell?
the role of ad tech (yes, including Adsterra!) in the ecosystem
how to be competitive in iGaming advertising?
creative ways to engage players without ruining the experience

Plus, expect a fun “this or that” blitz and a few personal surprises from Narcis you won’t see coming!

As you can see, the agenda is pretty original. We wanted something fresh and lifestyle – well, here it is. In fact, it’s more than lifestyle. It’s a whole life-story: of iGaming as a niche, of a single project entailing it all, and of a person who dared to solve the puzzle of this "smoke and mirrors” industry.

Tune in, we’re spinning the story right before your eyes (and ears)!

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