Episode 5: The Mule

This episode investigates the underground world of sports betting 'mules'—proxies used by skilled gamblers who've been restricted by betting apps. Michael Lewis and his team go undercover as a mule for a top bettor, exploring the logistics, risks, and informal economy that has emerged as apps systematically ban winning players. The episode reveals a hidden infrastructure of trust and exploitation, where sharp bettors must outsource their wagers to stay active.