Tactical Tuesday 161: High Stakes ($10k Pot) Live Poker Hand Break Down
CPG Wolves Coaches Brad and Jon break down two live hands that Coach Jon played recently in Las Vegas.
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#143 Carlos Welch: Co-Host Thinking Poker Daily, MTT Beast, & Back to Being Homeless
Welcome back my fine feathered friend to another episode of the âChasing Poker Greatnessâ podcast. Iâm your host, founder of Chasing Poker Greatness, Brad Wilson.
Today the one and only Carlos Welch is back for the third time on CPG and I couldnât be more thrilled!
Donât tell Andrew Brokos over at the Thinking Poker podcast but Iâm secretly dreaming Carlos will reach out to me about being a regular co-host of CPG.
Heâs just the kind of dude that, once you get to know him, you wanna spend as much time with him as you possibly can. Unfortunately for your favorite podcast host, youâre about to learn that getting chances to chill out with Coach Carlos are rare opportunities indeed.
As far as his poker credentials go...
Carlos is an MTT beast who regularly battles in the biggest buy-in MTTâs on Ignition, heâs a writer for PokerNews and Tournament Poker Edge, and heâs also a co-host on the aforementioned Thinking Poker podcast.
In todayâs conversation with the always Great Carlos Welch, youâre about to learn:
- How to avoid paying resort fees so that you can stay at the RIO during the WSOP for a paltry $30 or so per night.
- Why Carlos prefers playing on his own dime.
- Lessons and meditations on the blessings of both giving and receiving.
- And much, much more!
Before you dive into this episode with Carlos I wanted to take a moment to let you know about my latest mini-course: Neutralize River Leads.
NRL is powered by Mass Data Analysis, which means the strategies were built based on what folks are ACTUALLY doing instead of what folks theoretically SHOULD do.
Neutralize River Leads is a âpay what you wishâ mini-course so that you can experience the power of MDA at absolutely no upfront cost.
You can grab your copy at chasingpokergreatness.com/NRL by joining the daily newsletter.
And now, without any further ado, I bring to you one of my all-time favorite human beings in the world of poker, the always inspiring and entertaining Carlos Welch.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Today the one and only Carlos Welch is back for the third time on CPG and I couldnât be more thrilled!
Donât tell Andrew Brokos over at the Thinking Poker podcast but Iâm secretly dreaming Carlos will reach out to me about being a regular co-host of CPG.
Heâs just the kind of dude that, once you get to know him, you wanna spend as much time with him as you possibly can. Unfortunately for your favorite podcast host, youâre about to learn that getting chances to chill out with Coach Carlos are rare opportunities indeed.
As far as his poker credentials go...
Carlos is an MTT beast who regularly battles in the biggest buy-in MTTâs on Ignition, heâs a writer for PokerNews and Tournament Poker Edge, and heâs also a co-host on the aforementioned Thinking Poker podcast.
In todayâs conversation with the always Great Carlos Welch, youâre about to learn:
- How to avoid paying resort fees so that you can stay at the RIO during the WSOP for a paltry $30 or so per night.
- Why Carlos prefers playing on his own dime.
- Lessons and meditations on the blessings of both giving and receiving.
- And much, much more!
Before you dive into this episode with Carlos I wanted to take a moment to let you know about my latest mini-course: Neutralize River Leads.
NRL is powered by Mass Data Analysis, which means the strategies were built based on what folks are ACTUALLY doing instead of what folks theoretically SHOULD do.
Neutralize River Leads is a âpay what you wishâ mini-course so that you can experience the power of MDA at absolutely no upfront cost.
You can grab your copy at chasingpokergreatness.com/NRL by joining the daily newsletter.
And now, without any further ado, I bring to you one of my all-time favorite human beings in the world of poker, the always inspiring and entertaining Carlos Welch.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#138 Jack Laskey: The Poker Prodigy Returns
Today I am super pumped to welcome back a good friend of CPG, the always thoughtful, articulate, and way too wise for his age Jack Laskey.
For Jack, the poker dream all began at a tender age of twelve, yes twelve, when most of us were navigating our way through Middle School and spending our free time playing video games, Jack and his crew had already entered the online poker streets.
Today, heâs a founding member of the "Just Hands Podcast", where he and his co-host Mr. James Bilderbeck help their listeners raise up their poker game with bi-weekly drops featuring in-depth hand analysis.
Jackâs eclectic background and penchant for taking on new challenges has most recently led him to dedicate most of his time managing Unbounded Capital and investing in bleeding edge projects in the crypto space. So if Crypto is a thing you love learning more about, youâre about to be in for a pleasant surprise.
In todayâs Greatness Bomb dripping conversation with Jack Laskey, youâre going to learn:
Exactly what Mr. Laskey has been up to over the past year.
Why Jack loves solving for âwhyâ way more than solving for âwhatâ.
How Jack sees poker fitting into his life moving into the future.
And much, MUCH more!
Without further ado, I bring to you fan favorite, all around amazing dude and longtime friend of the show Jack Laskey
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
For Jack, the poker dream all began at a tender age of twelve, yes twelve, when most of us were navigating our way through Middle School and spending our free time playing video games, Jack and his crew had already entered the online poker streets.
Today, heâs a founding member of the "Just Hands Podcast", where he and his co-host Mr. James Bilderbeck help their listeners raise up their poker game with bi-weekly drops featuring in-depth hand analysis.
Jackâs eclectic background and penchant for taking on new challenges has most recently led him to dedicate most of his time managing Unbounded Capital and investing in bleeding edge projects in the crypto space. So if Crypto is a thing you love learning more about, youâre about to be in for a pleasant surprise.
In todayâs Greatness Bomb dripping conversation with Jack Laskey, youâre going to learn:
Exactly what Mr. Laskey has been up to over the past year.
Why Jack loves solving for âwhyâ way more than solving for âwhatâ.
How Jack sees poker fitting into his life moving into the future.
And much, MUCH more!
Without further ado, I bring to you fan favorite, all around amazing dude and longtime friend of the show Jack Laskey
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#135 Johnnie Vibes: Professional Poker Player and YouTube Sensation
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast has made his living in the cash games streets for the past 14 years & has quickly built up a rabid YouTube following of nearly 50,000 human beings as of the release of this episode, Mr. Johnnie âVibesâ Moreno.
For Johnny, poker has always been a family affair.
His brother Andrew is a high stakes live crusher and his sister-in-law is future CPG Hall-of-Greatness member Kristy Arnett-Moreno. But as youâre about to learn, gambling has not always held a warm & fuzzy place in Johnnieâs heart.
As a matter of fact if it wasnât for his brother Andrewâs passion for poker and insistence that, in the words of Rounders legend Joey Knish - âMaybe this is a game can be beatâ, there probably isnât a universe where Johnnie ends up as a professional card player.
Luckily for all of us, the Morenoâs have a knack for playing poker at an extremely high level and the entire poker world is better because of it.
In Johnnie and Iâs conversation, youâre about to learn:
- The unexpected career Johnnie walked away from to pursue his poker dream.
- A Greatness Bomb on why you ought to take even the smallest of tasks seriously.
- The catalyst to Johnnie starting his YouTube channel.
- And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you live cash game crusher and YouTube phenom Johnnie Vibes.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
For Johnny, poker has always been a family affair.
His brother Andrew is a high stakes live crusher and his sister-in-law is future CPG Hall-of-Greatness member Kristy Arnett-Moreno. But as youâre about to learn, gambling has not always held a warm & fuzzy place in Johnnieâs heart.
As a matter of fact if it wasnât for his brother Andrewâs passion for poker and insistence that, in the words of Rounders legend Joey Knish - âMaybe this is a game can be beatâ, there probably isnât a universe where Johnnie ends up as a professional card player.
Luckily for all of us, the Morenoâs have a knack for playing poker at an extremely high level and the entire poker world is better because of it.
In Johnnie and Iâs conversation, youâre about to learn:
- The unexpected career Johnnie walked away from to pursue his poker dream.
- A Greatness Bomb on why you ought to take even the smallest of tasks seriously.
- The catalyst to Johnnie starting his YouTube channel.
- And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you live cash game crusher and YouTube phenom Johnnie Vibes.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#134 Martin Jacobson: WSOP ME Champion & $17 Million+ in Live MTT Cashes
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast is Martin Jacobson who has racked up over $17 million in poker cashes in his live MTT career.
Some of his career highlights include:
- Winning the 2014 WSOP ME for $10,000,000. Hard to top this one on the highlight reel.
- An $800k score at the 2013 $111,111 buy-in One Drop for $807k.
- And a $762k runner-up finish at the 2011 EPT Deauville Main Event.
If youâll notice, Martinâs WSOP ME victory came AFTER his other two largest scores which means dudeâs been operating on an extremely high level for a very long time and it also begs the questionâ¦
How does conquering the Mount Everest of poker challenges affect your motivation moving forward? Martin shares his thoughts about how he stayed hungry in our conversation as well as revealing just how razor-close his poker career was to never happening at all.
In todayâs episode, youâre going to learn:
- How getting ghosted might be one of the biggest blessings to ever happen to Martin.
- The story of Martinâs fateful WSOP ME run.
- What the future holds for the Great Martin Jacobson.
- And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado I bring to you one of the top players of his generation and an amazing, amazing human being ⦠the 2014 WSOP Main Event World Champion Martin Jacobson.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Some of his career highlights include:
- Winning the 2014 WSOP ME for $10,000,000. Hard to top this one on the highlight reel.
- An $800k score at the 2013 $111,111 buy-in One Drop for $807k.
- And a $762k runner-up finish at the 2011 EPT Deauville Main Event.
If youâll notice, Martinâs WSOP ME victory came AFTER his other two largest scores which means dudeâs been operating on an extremely high level for a very long time and it also begs the questionâ¦
How does conquering the Mount Everest of poker challenges affect your motivation moving forward? Martin shares his thoughts about how he stayed hungry in our conversation as well as revealing just how razor-close his poker career was to never happening at all.
In todayâs episode, youâre going to learn:
- How getting ghosted might be one of the biggest blessings to ever happen to Martin.
- The story of Martinâs fateful WSOP ME run.
- What the future holds for the Great Martin Jacobson.
- And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado I bring to you one of the top players of his generation and an amazing, amazing human being ⦠the 2014 WSOP Main Event World Champion Martin Jacobson.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#132 Kristy Arnett Round 2: Fortune Favors the Bold
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast is professional poker player, YouTubeâr, and future New York Times Bestselling Author the multi-dimensional Kristy Arnett.
Kristyâs first appearance on Chasing Poker Greatness was packed so full of Greatness Bombs you almost had to listen to it twice so I had very high hopes for this Round 2â¦
And, of course, Kristy knocked it out of the park.
In todayâs show with Kristy, sheâs going to go deep on all the things sheâs been up to since the last time she and I talked. With that said, a little backstory:
In Kristyâs world, pokerâs a family affair.
Her first step into the world of poker began many years ago when her boyfriend (Now husband) Andrew Moreno (Whoâs now a high stakes live cash game crusher) took her to check out a home game.
She went in as one person, stepped out as another, and poker has been a huge part of her and her familyâs life ever since.
From packing up her bags and moving to Vegas to being the face at Cardplayer Magazine to calling her own number and going pro, Kristyâs adventures in the world of cards is both aspirational and inspirational.
The poker world is just a much better place for having her in it.
In todayâs Round 2 conversation with Kristy, youâre going to learn:
How Kristy has struggled with an inherent aversion to taking risks and how she navigates her fears.
Why working hard at your craft day in and day out is all you can control.
Kristyâs incredibly powerful and amazing technique for setting intentions.
And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado I bring to you my conversation with the thoughtful crusher of poker souls, the one and only Kristy Arnett.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Kristyâs first appearance on Chasing Poker Greatness was packed so full of Greatness Bombs you almost had to listen to it twice so I had very high hopes for this Round 2â¦
And, of course, Kristy knocked it out of the park.
In todayâs show with Kristy, sheâs going to go deep on all the things sheâs been up to since the last time she and I talked. With that said, a little backstory:
In Kristyâs world, pokerâs a family affair.
Her first step into the world of poker began many years ago when her boyfriend (Now husband) Andrew Moreno (Whoâs now a high stakes live cash game crusher) took her to check out a home game.
She went in as one person, stepped out as another, and poker has been a huge part of her and her familyâs life ever since.
From packing up her bags and moving to Vegas to being the face at Cardplayer Magazine to calling her own number and going pro, Kristyâs adventures in the world of cards is both aspirational and inspirational.
The poker world is just a much better place for having her in it.
In todayâs Round 2 conversation with Kristy, youâre going to learn:
How Kristy has struggled with an inherent aversion to taking risks and how she navigates her fears.
Why working hard at your craft day in and day out is all you can control.
Kristyâs incredibly powerful and amazing technique for setting intentions.
And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado I bring to you my conversation with the thoughtful crusher of poker souls, the one and only Kristy Arnett.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#131 Sasha Eileen Sutton: The Business Builder Who Moved From New York to Vegas to Pursue Poker
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast is the author of âThe Total Poker Manualâ Sasha Sutton.
Sashaâs path, which youâre about to learn all about, to the world of poker is unlike pretty much anyone Iâve met in the poker world.
After spending 3+ decades as an extremely successful creative and financial writer, she made the fated decision to attend a workshop at the age of 55 where she was introduced to the world of poker.
After getting bitten by the wily poker bug initially, a few weeks later she received a cosmic sign from the universe that poker was meant to be a major part of her life when none other than past Chasing Poker Greatness guest 3-time WSOP bracelet winner Matt Matros attended one of her writing workshops.
When she figured out who he was she asked him for private coaching, he accepted, and poker has been a major part of Sashaâs life ever since.
In todayâs conversation with Sasha Sutton, youâre going to learn:
How amazing of a human being Sasha is. Seriously, sheâs led a life so full of excitement and adventure that you wonât be able to help but leave this conversation inspired.
How ignorance is not only just bliss⦠It can lead you to accomplishing amazing things you otherwise wouldnât have been able to.
More great stories about the New York underground poker scene.
And much, MUCH more!
And before you dive into my conversation with Sasha, I just wanted to take a second to let you know Iâve recently completed my third cash game course and itâs called âNeutralize Flop Leadsâ.
With one PDF and a couple of hours of study, youâll never again feel confused when facing a donk bet in a single raised pot.
You can check it out at https://chasingpokergreatness.com/nuffle
Now without any further ado I bring to you author, business builder, and poker playerâ¦
The brilliant and insightful Sasha Sutton.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Sashaâs path, which youâre about to learn all about, to the world of poker is unlike pretty much anyone Iâve met in the poker world.
After spending 3+ decades as an extremely successful creative and financial writer, she made the fated decision to attend a workshop at the age of 55 where she was introduced to the world of poker.
After getting bitten by the wily poker bug initially, a few weeks later she received a cosmic sign from the universe that poker was meant to be a major part of her life when none other than past Chasing Poker Greatness guest 3-time WSOP bracelet winner Matt Matros attended one of her writing workshops.
When she figured out who he was she asked him for private coaching, he accepted, and poker has been a major part of Sashaâs life ever since.
In todayâs conversation with Sasha Sutton, youâre going to learn:
How amazing of a human being Sasha is. Seriously, sheâs led a life so full of excitement and adventure that you wonât be able to help but leave this conversation inspired.
How ignorance is not only just bliss⦠It can lead you to accomplishing amazing things you otherwise wouldnât have been able to.
More great stories about the New York underground poker scene.
And much, MUCH more!
And before you dive into my conversation with Sasha, I just wanted to take a second to let you know Iâve recently completed my third cash game course and itâs called âNeutralize Flop Leadsâ.
With one PDF and a couple of hours of study, youâll never again feel confused when facing a donk bet in a single raised pot.
You can check it out at https://chasingpokergreatness.com/nuffle
Now without any further ado I bring to you author, business builder, and poker playerâ¦
The brilliant and insightful Sasha Sutton.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Tactical Tuesday #20: Ace Queen Offsuit Battles at $5-$10 Online
Tactical Tuesday returns this week with a breakdown of two AQ hands that Coach Brad played recently at 5/10NL on Ignition. Coach Brad gets to the river in both hands, yet finds himself with two very different decisions. Should he fire a bluff on the river in a 4bet pot with nothing but AQ high? Should he raise a river bet for value with top pair-top kicker? Find out on today's episode!
Hand 1
Hero Hand: AhQd
Hero Position:UTG
Effective Stack:133 BB
Action:
PREFLOP: Hero raises to 2.5 BB, BTN raises 8.5 BB, Hero raises to 22 BB, BTN Calls.
FLOP (45.5 BB): Jc 4c 2c
Hero checks, BTN Checks
TURN (45.5 BB): Jc 4c 2c Kd
Hero checks, BTN Checks
RIVER (45.5 BB): Jc 4c 2c Kd 4s
Hero bets 22.5 BB, Villain calls 22.5 BB with KsQs
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Hand 2
Hero Hand: AcQd
Hero Position:BTN
Effective Stack:100 BB
Action:
PREFLOP: Hero raises 2.5 BB from BTN, the BB 3b to 11 BB, Hero calls.
FLOP (22.5 BB): Qh 9c 8h
BB bets 7 BB, Hero calls.
TURN (36.6 BB): Qh 9c 8h 3s
BB checks, Hero checks.
RIVER (36.6 BB): Qh 9c 8h 3s 3D
BB bets 12.1 BB, Hero goes all-in for 81 BB, BB calls with TT.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Hand 1
Hero Hand: AhQd
Hero Position:UTG
Effective Stack:133 BB
Action:
PREFLOP: Hero raises to 2.5 BB, BTN raises 8.5 BB, Hero raises to 22 BB, BTN Calls.
FLOP (45.5 BB): Jc 4c 2c
Hero checks, BTN Checks
TURN (45.5 BB): Jc 4c 2c Kd
Hero checks, BTN Checks
RIVER (45.5 BB): Jc 4c 2c Kd 4s
Hero bets 22.5 BB, Villain calls 22.5 BB with KsQs
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Hand 2
Hero Hand: AcQd
Hero Position:BTN
Effective Stack:100 BB
Action:
PREFLOP: Hero raises 2.5 BB from BTN, the BB 3b to 11 BB, Hero calls.
FLOP (22.5 BB): Qh 9c 8h
BB bets 7 BB, Hero calls.
TURN (36.6 BB): Qh 9c 8h 3s
BB checks, Hero checks.
RIVER (36.6 BB): Qh 9c 8h 3s 3D
BB bets 12.1 BB, Hero goes all-in for 81 BB, BB calls with TT.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#128 Eli Elezra: High Stakes Poker & Las Vegas Legend
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast is a high stakes mixed-game legend who basically needs no introduction, Eli Elezra.
But just because the man doesnât NEED an introduction doesnât mean he isnât gonna get one anyway.
Eli has led quite the life on and off the felt, and heâs about to take you way back to the very beginning of his poker career. Starting with his time in the Israeli Army and then traveling through working in a cannery and driving a taxi in a small Alaskan town.
After terrorizing the citizens of said tiny Alaskan town at the poker tables, Eli decided to test his mettle and see what the card players in Vegas were all about.
As it turns out, those Las Vegas regulars like Doyle Brunson, Chip Reese, and Stuey Ungar were pretty decent at playing cards and Eliâs early trips didnât go so well.
Never one to be easily deterred, the poker bug had sunk its sharp little teeth into Eli and wasnât letting go.
Despite doing very well for himself financially in his time in Alaska, Eli got a surprising phone call and offer from his brother that forever changed his life.
In todayâs conversation with Eli Elezra, youâre going to learn:
The story behind Eliâs biggest winning and losing sessions (Both are north of 7 figures).
What it was really like playing with legends Stu Ungar and Chip Reese.
The origin story of legendary poker tv show High Stakes Poker.
And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you the fearless and singular Eli Elezra.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
But just because the man doesnât NEED an introduction doesnât mean he isnât gonna get one anyway.
Eli has led quite the life on and off the felt, and heâs about to take you way back to the very beginning of his poker career. Starting with his time in the Israeli Army and then traveling through working in a cannery and driving a taxi in a small Alaskan town.
After terrorizing the citizens of said tiny Alaskan town at the poker tables, Eli decided to test his mettle and see what the card players in Vegas were all about.
As it turns out, those Las Vegas regulars like Doyle Brunson, Chip Reese, and Stuey Ungar were pretty decent at playing cards and Eliâs early trips didnât go so well.
Never one to be easily deterred, the poker bug had sunk its sharp little teeth into Eli and wasnât letting go.
Despite doing very well for himself financially in his time in Alaska, Eli got a surprising phone call and offer from his brother that forever changed his life.
In todayâs conversation with Eli Elezra, youâre going to learn:
The story behind Eliâs biggest winning and losing sessions (Both are north of 7 figures).
What it was really like playing with legends Stu Ungar and Chip Reese.
The origin story of legendary poker tv show High Stakes Poker.
And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you the fearless and singular Eli Elezra.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
(Not so) Tactical Tuesday #19: Playing with Case Money & The Frozen 6 Mile Walk of Shame
In today's episode of Tactical Tuesday, Jon asks Coach Brad some of his favorite Chasing Poker Greatness questions, including:
- Who was the biggest influence in you becoming a poker professional?
- What are the stories behind your least favorite & most favorite poker sessions?
Coach Brad takes a trip down memory lane that covers missed flights, walking 6 miles to the post office in the dead of winter (uphill both ways), losing most of his money on Earth because of a real estate deal gone awry, and trying to put his cape on and make a hero call on the river with third pair with his case money.
Enjoy the show and don't forget to rate & subscribe.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
- Who was the biggest influence in you becoming a poker professional?
- What are the stories behind your least favorite & most favorite poker sessions?
Coach Brad takes a trip down memory lane that covers missed flights, walking 6 miles to the post office in the dead of winter (uphill both ways), losing most of his money on Earth because of a real estate deal gone awry, and trying to put his cape on and make a hero call on the river with third pair with his case money.
Enjoy the show and don't forget to rate & subscribe.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#127 Tom Wheaton: Disrupting the Playing Card Industry & Connecting Poker Stars with Businesses
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast is the founder of Faded Spade & Above the Felt Entertainment Tom Wheaton.
Tom and I both entered the poker world at about the same time which means Tom has been a cardplayer for a very, very long time.
When we got into poker current poker supernova Landon Tice was barely 4-years-old.
If that doesnât make me feel old then I guess nothing will - yeesh.
But even though Tom entered poker in 2004, he took a very different career path than your average everyday grinder which youâre about to hear all about.
He even almost dropped out of the poker world entirely because, you know, whoâs got time for a hobby like poker when you have a full career and growing family?
But the poker gods were not finished with Tom just yetâ¦
In todayâs conversation, youâre going to learn:
The amazing story of how Tom lucked his way into getting connected with WPT executives.
How FadedSpade managed to disrupt the playing card industry.
Why Tomâs wife was a catalyst in his ultimate decision to Chase Poker Greatnessâ¦
And much, MUCH more!
Without any further ado, I bring to you the founder of Faded Spade (The OFFICIAL playing card of the World Poker Tour) & Above the Felt entertainment which already represents some of the biggest and brightest names in the poker world, the one and only Tom Wheaton.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Tom and I both entered the poker world at about the same time which means Tom has been a cardplayer for a very, very long time.
When we got into poker current poker supernova Landon Tice was barely 4-years-old.
If that doesnât make me feel old then I guess nothing will - yeesh.
But even though Tom entered poker in 2004, he took a very different career path than your average everyday grinder which youâre about to hear all about.
He even almost dropped out of the poker world entirely because, you know, whoâs got time for a hobby like poker when you have a full career and growing family?
But the poker gods were not finished with Tom just yetâ¦
In todayâs conversation, youâre going to learn:
The amazing story of how Tom lucked his way into getting connected with WPT executives.
How FadedSpade managed to disrupt the playing card industry.
Why Tomâs wife was a catalyst in his ultimate decision to Chase Poker Greatnessâ¦
And much, MUCH more!
Without any further ado, I bring to you the founder of Faded Spade (The OFFICIAL playing card of the World Poker Tour) & Above the Felt entertainment which already represents some of the biggest and brightest names in the poker world, the one and only Tom Wheaton.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#126 Greg Vail Round 2: Why Being Wrong in Poker is So Right
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast is split pot specialist, author, and poker coach Greg Vail.
Gregâs back for a Round 2 because I got so distracted by our amazing first conversation that I forgot to ask him any of the regular CPG questions youâve come to love and expect like:
What is Gregâs regular process for improving his own game?
What does Greg think is the most high impact action you can take to improve your game?
And breaking down some common poker advice that Greg disagrees with.
And if youâre sitting there wondering whether or not I let my curiosity overtake me once again when speaking with Greg, wonder no more:
You know it did, I just canât help myself .
In todayâs conversation, youâre going to learn:
Why flatting a four-bet with pocket kings does NOT mean jamming wasnât a profitable option.
Greg and Iâs thoughts on why folks who are at the top of their field sometimes fail to bridge the gap to poker success.
The surprising benefit to being wrong all the time.
And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you the brilliant and entertaining Author of SCOOP Greg Vail.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Gregâs back for a Round 2 because I got so distracted by our amazing first conversation that I forgot to ask him any of the regular CPG questions youâve come to love and expect like:
What is Gregâs regular process for improving his own game?
What does Greg think is the most high impact action you can take to improve your game?
And breaking down some common poker advice that Greg disagrees with.
And if youâre sitting there wondering whether or not I let my curiosity overtake me once again when speaking with Greg, wonder no more:
You know it did, I just canât help myself .
In todayâs conversation, youâre going to learn:
Why flatting a four-bet with pocket kings does NOT mean jamming wasnât a profitable option.
Greg and Iâs thoughts on why folks who are at the top of their field sometimes fail to bridge the gap to poker success.
The surprising benefit to being wrong all the time.
And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you the brilliant and entertaining Author of SCOOP Greg Vail.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#125 Ana Marquez: The Spanish Supernova - Former #1 Poker Player in Spain & $1.8 Million in Live MTT Cashes
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast is the brilliant Greatness Bomb dropping Ana Marquez.
Anaâs an online MTT soul crushing cyborg, former #1 ranked poker player in Spain, and has amassed $1.8 Million in lifetime live MTT cashes.
This CPG episode is especially meaningful to me because itâs a reminder of why Iâm going to do my best to continue making these shows forever.
When I started out my own poker journey in 2004 it was because the prospect of being a professional poker player was the first time in my entire life I had been excited about a career path.
It was a shot to my spirit after being asked a bazillion times growing up what I wanted to do with my life and drawing blanks because, frankly, nothing ever excited me.
But back in 2004 the world was not nearly as small as it is today. If being a professional poker player is an obscure professional today, try to imagine how it was 17 years ago.
Stumbling across similar folks with a turbo-charged passion for playing poker at a high level was something that happened every once in a while but all-in-all was a pretty rare thing.
But because of CPG I get to connect with similar spirits who light me up like a Wheel of Fortune slot machine on a regular basis like Matt Berkey, Jason Su, Kristen Bicknell, Nick Howard, Mark Herm, and todayâs very special guest Ana Marquez.
These are my people and, man, itâs a beautiful thing indeed to connect with your tribe.
In todayâs lights-out conversation with Ana, youâre going to learn:
Why Ana had zero doubts about her future poker success from the jump.
The story of Ana losing $500 by staking a friend before she even played a hand of cards.
Why she wrote her bachelorâs thesis on the History of Poker after the first WSOP.
And much, MUCH more!
So, without any further ado, I bring to you the Spanish poker Supernova Ana Marquez.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Anaâs an online MTT soul crushing cyborg, former #1 ranked poker player in Spain, and has amassed $1.8 Million in lifetime live MTT cashes.
This CPG episode is especially meaningful to me because itâs a reminder of why Iâm going to do my best to continue making these shows forever.
When I started out my own poker journey in 2004 it was because the prospect of being a professional poker player was the first time in my entire life I had been excited about a career path.
It was a shot to my spirit after being asked a bazillion times growing up what I wanted to do with my life and drawing blanks because, frankly, nothing ever excited me.
But back in 2004 the world was not nearly as small as it is today. If being a professional poker player is an obscure professional today, try to imagine how it was 17 years ago.
Stumbling across similar folks with a turbo-charged passion for playing poker at a high level was something that happened every once in a while but all-in-all was a pretty rare thing.
But because of CPG I get to connect with similar spirits who light me up like a Wheel of Fortune slot machine on a regular basis like Matt Berkey, Jason Su, Kristen Bicknell, Nick Howard, Mark Herm, and todayâs very special guest Ana Marquez.
These are my people and, man, itâs a beautiful thing indeed to connect with your tribe.
In todayâs lights-out conversation with Ana, youâre going to learn:
Why Ana had zero doubts about her future poker success from the jump.
The story of Ana losing $500 by staking a friend before she even played a hand of cards.
Why she wrote her bachelorâs thesis on the History of Poker after the first WSOP.
And much, MUCH more!
So, without any further ado, I bring to you the Spanish poker Supernova Ana Marquez.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#124 Matt Berkey: Nose Bleed Cash Game Legend & Founder of Solve For Why
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast is the founder of Solve For Why, nose bleed cash game legend, and one of the best souls in the entire poker world Matt Berkey.
In case you arenât up to date on your CPG history, Berkey was guest #1 back way back when CPG launched in late 2019.
Since our first conversation Iâve learned Berkey is one of the most honest, generous, and genuine human beings Iâve ever had the pleasure of getting to know and I feel very blessed to call him my friend.
And before you hop into the show, I would like to add an update:
When Berkey and I recorded this episode Solve For Why had been at $9.99/month (Down from pre-pandemic $149.99/month) but, starting on April 1st, the cost of a subscription will be going up to $49.99/month.
Thatâs still a 66% discount from where it was a year ago and one of the very best values in the poker world.
With that out of the way, in todayâs show Berkeyâs just about to take a trip in the way back machine and tell you stories aboutâ¦
- His biggest influence in pursuing poker.
- The time he made a huge hero call in a home game with a bunch of colorful characters (Including a hitman) that lead to him getting frozen out of the game.
- The powerful life lesson he learned from his less-than-spectacular college baseball coach.
Youâll also learn:
- The power and responsibility poker coaches have when giving feedback to their students.
- Why Berkey and I think progress in poker software and training has forced us out of our poker adolescence.
- What Berkey sees as the next step in the solver evolution.
- And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you the founder of Solve For Why ⦠the one and only Matt Berkey.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
In case you arenât up to date on your CPG history, Berkey was guest #1 back way back when CPG launched in late 2019.
Since our first conversation Iâve learned Berkey is one of the most honest, generous, and genuine human beings Iâve ever had the pleasure of getting to know and I feel very blessed to call him my friend.
And before you hop into the show, I would like to add an update:
When Berkey and I recorded this episode Solve For Why had been at $9.99/month (Down from pre-pandemic $149.99/month) but, starting on April 1st, the cost of a subscription will be going up to $49.99/month.
Thatâs still a 66% discount from where it was a year ago and one of the very best values in the poker world.
With that out of the way, in todayâs show Berkeyâs just about to take a trip in the way back machine and tell you stories aboutâ¦
- His biggest influence in pursuing poker.
- The time he made a huge hero call in a home game with a bunch of colorful characters (Including a hitman) that lead to him getting frozen out of the game.
- The powerful life lesson he learned from his less-than-spectacular college baseball coach.
Youâll also learn:
- The power and responsibility poker coaches have when giving feedback to their students.
- Why Berkey and I think progress in poker software and training has forced us out of our poker adolescence.
- What Berkey sees as the next step in the solver evolution.
- And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you the founder of Solve For Why ⦠the one and only Matt Berkey.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#122 Jason Su Round 2: The Facilitator of Poker Flow
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast is one of the top poker performance coaches in the entire universe... the facilitator of flow, the patriarch of presence Mr. Jason Su who is back for a long anticipated Round 2.
And no, I didnât mean for that to rhyme but Iâm very happy it did.
This round 2 with Jason Su features a new CPG format Iâve dreamt up for return guests that zooms in on some of the most memorable moments in their poker careers, including:
- Their biggest influence in turning pro.
- Memorable pots won and lost.
- The most impactful to their poker career purchases my guests have made.
- Their most memorable winning and losing sessions.
With that said, prepare yourself because Jason Su is a man who canât help but naturally throw down Greatness Bomb after Greatness Bomb every time he opens his mouth.
In todayâs conversation with Jason youâre going to learn:
- The critical mistake Jason made early in his poker career and how you can go about avoiding said mistake.
- How binking a multi-table poker tournament for six figures severely hindered his progress as a poker player for a number of years.
- The cash game poker format Jason credits for skyrocketing his poker growth.
- And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you the founder of PokerWithPresence.com Jason Su.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
And no, I didnât mean for that to rhyme but Iâm very happy it did.
This round 2 with Jason Su features a new CPG format Iâve dreamt up for return guests that zooms in on some of the most memorable moments in their poker careers, including:
- Their biggest influence in turning pro.
- Memorable pots won and lost.
- The most impactful to their poker career purchases my guests have made.
- Their most memorable winning and losing sessions.
With that said, prepare yourself because Jason Su is a man who canât help but naturally throw down Greatness Bomb after Greatness Bomb every time he opens his mouth.
In todayâs conversation with Jason youâre going to learn:
- The critical mistake Jason made early in his poker career and how you can go about avoiding said mistake.
- How binking a multi-table poker tournament for six figures severely hindered his progress as a poker player for a number of years.
- The cash game poker format Jason credits for skyrocketing his poker growth.
- And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you the founder of PokerWithPresence.com Jason Su.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#121 Luciana Manolea: MTT Pro with 4.5 Million in Career Cashes & Crypto Modeling Wizard
Todayâs guest on the Chasingh Poker Greatness podcast is former online MTT poker professional Luciana Manolea.
Lucianaâs poker journey spans over 10 years where sheâs cashed for over $4.5 million dollars in her combined live and online poker career.
Luci considers her poker origin story a âfortunate accidentâ while she was in college studying computer science. It was there that she realized the heart pumping thrill of competition was in her blood not 1âs and 0âs, and she made the life altering decision after getting her degree to go pro instead of sitting in a chair pumping out computer code all day.
Even though her parentâs werenât initially thrilled about it, from there she was off to the races where she carved out an extremely successful poker career.
In todayâs episode youâre going to learn:
How insane multi-table poker tournament variance can really be in a story that makes this poker podcast hostâs blood run cold.
Luciâs new metaphorical mountain sheâs gearing up to climb (HINT: It involves the world of cryptocurrency).
How she systematically goes about trying to overcome her cognitive biases so that she can be the best version of herself.
And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you fearsome Romanian crusher of souls Luciana Manolea.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Lucianaâs poker journey spans over 10 years where sheâs cashed for over $4.5 million dollars in her combined live and online poker career.
Luci considers her poker origin story a âfortunate accidentâ while she was in college studying computer science. It was there that she realized the heart pumping thrill of competition was in her blood not 1âs and 0âs, and she made the life altering decision after getting her degree to go pro instead of sitting in a chair pumping out computer code all day.
Even though her parentâs werenât initially thrilled about it, from there she was off to the races where she carved out an extremely successful poker career.
In todayâs episode youâre going to learn:
How insane multi-table poker tournament variance can really be in a story that makes this poker podcast hostâs blood run cold.
Luciâs new metaphorical mountain sheâs gearing up to climb (HINT: It involves the world of cryptocurrency).
How she systematically goes about trying to overcome her cognitive biases so that she can be the best version of herself.
And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you fearsome Romanian crusher of souls Luciana Manolea.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#119 Jordan Zucker: High Stakes Mixed Game Grinder & A Trip to the New York Private Game Scene of Yesteryear
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast is Jordan Zucker.
Jordanâs a high stakes mixed-game grinder who was referred to yours truly by his friend and past CPG guest, the nosebleed mixed-game Queen Supreme, Melissa Burr.
Jordan and Iâs wide ranging conversation will take you from his poker origin story many moons ago to a never-before-covered setting on this show the New York private game scene of yesteryear, and then on to present day where heâs battling on the green felt.
In todayâs episode youâre going to learn:
All about Jordanâs adventure playing in a massive $100-$200 PLO game (Where winning and losing $100k in a session is a totally realistic thing to happen) with no limping and a forced button straddle.
How he wishes his past self would have responded to sleazy angle shooters
The horrible, no-good, very bad session that ended with Jordan driving home feeling completely numb.
And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you a fiery combatant wherever high stakes mixed-games are spread Jordan Zucker.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Jordanâs a high stakes mixed-game grinder who was referred to yours truly by his friend and past CPG guest, the nosebleed mixed-game Queen Supreme, Melissa Burr.
Jordan and Iâs wide ranging conversation will take you from his poker origin story many moons ago to a never-before-covered setting on this show the New York private game scene of yesteryear, and then on to present day where heâs battling on the green felt.
In todayâs episode youâre going to learn:
All about Jordanâs adventure playing in a massive $100-$200 PLO game (Where winning and losing $100k in a session is a totally realistic thing to happen) with no limping and a forced button straddle.
How he wishes his past self would have responded to sleazy angle shooters
The horrible, no-good, very bad session that ended with Jordan driving home feeling completely numb.
And much, MUCH more!
So without any further ado, I bring to you a fiery combatant wherever high stakes mixed-games are spread Jordan Zucker.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Tactical Tuesday #14: Hands From Greatness Village
On this week's Tactical Tuesday, Coach Brad and his student Jon take a look at a couple of hands posted in Greatness Village.
The first hand features Coach Thomas choosing to take an unorthodox line from the big blind against the button at 500NL. In the second hand, a villager raises preflop, bets the flop and the turn with a combo draw and arrives at the river with absolutely nothing. Tune in to find out whether you should be bluffing or giving up in those situations.
If you'd like to potentially get one of your hands reviewed by Coach Brad on Tactical Tuesday sign up for the VIP Newsletter at http://chasingpokergreatness.com/VIP Going VIP will also get you access to Poker Power Hour, a weekly group coaching session hosted by the coaches of Greatness Village.
The first hand features Coach Thomas choosing to take an unorthodox line from the big blind against the button at 500NL. In the second hand, a villager raises preflop, bets the flop and the turn with a combo draw and arrives at the river with absolutely nothing. Tune in to find out whether you should be bluffing or giving up in those situations.
If you'd like to potentially get one of your hands reviewed by Coach Brad on Tactical Tuesday sign up for the VIP Newsletter at http://chasingpokergreatness.com/VIP Going VIP will also get you access to Poker Power Hour, a weekly group coaching session hosted by the coaches of Greatness Village.
#114 Daiva Byrne: The Poker Pro Doing the Noble Work
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness (https://chasingpokergreatness.com) podcast was the #1 GPI ranked female poker player in Lithuania and the UK in 2019 and is the founder of the Fantastic Ladies in Poker Daiva Byrne.
Daiva loves poker. I know this may sound pretty obvious in an intro for a show called Chasing Poker Greatness so let me explain myself:
Daiva loves poker in a way thatâs both refreshing and mesmerizing. She made me think back to the beginning of my poker journey and conjured up all of those priceless aspirational memories.
Youâre going to hear her tell the story of the time she went on vacation with her husband (two strangers in a strange land who did not speak the native tongue) and how the first thing they did after unpacking was, you guessed it, find the poker room and jump right into the nightly tournament.
Maintaining that itch to sit down at whatever table she can so that she can play poker for love of the game, regardless of the stakes or prize pool, is just how Daivaâs constructed.
And the fact that she does everything in her power to spread the word about the game she loves with females spread out all across the globe shows you why Daiva is a vital asset to our community.
In todayâs conversation with Daiva, youâre going to learn:
- Daivaâs poker origin story.
- The exact reason why Daiva is so appreciative for poker.
- Why watching poker on TV can be extremely misleading.
- And much, MUCH more!
So, without any further ado, I bring to you the founder of the Fantastic Ladies in Poker Daiva Byrne.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
Daiva loves poker. I know this may sound pretty obvious in an intro for a show called Chasing Poker Greatness so let me explain myself:
Daiva loves poker in a way thatâs both refreshing and mesmerizing. She made me think back to the beginning of my poker journey and conjured up all of those priceless aspirational memories.
Youâre going to hear her tell the story of the time she went on vacation with her husband (two strangers in a strange land who did not speak the native tongue) and how the first thing they did after unpacking was, you guessed it, find the poker room and jump right into the nightly tournament.
Maintaining that itch to sit down at whatever table she can so that she can play poker for love of the game, regardless of the stakes or prize pool, is just how Daivaâs constructed.
And the fact that she does everything in her power to spread the word about the game she loves with females spread out all across the globe shows you why Daiva is a vital asset to our community.
In todayâs conversation with Daiva, youâre going to learn:
- Daivaâs poker origin story.
- The exact reason why Daiva is so appreciative for poker.
- Why watching poker on TV can be extremely misleading.
- And much, MUCH more!
So, without any further ado, I bring to you the founder of the Fantastic Ladies in Poker Daiva Byrne.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
#112 Robbie Strazynski: Longing for Live Poker, Sheldon Adelson, & Poker Journalism Titans
Todayâs guest on the Chasing Poker Greatness podcast is the founder of CardPlayerLifestyle who Iâm welcoming back for a very special Round 2.
In case you missed it, Robbie was guest #2 way back in late 2019 when Chasing Poker Greatness was just toddling around.
Despite being one of the most positive and upbeat humans I know, the weight of Covid isolation has managed to crack even Robbieâs spirits at times. In our conversation weâll dive deeply into his struggles with mental health and just how amazing the poker community really is.
In todayâs episode, youâre also going to learn:
- Robbie and Iâs thoughts on the life and recent death of Sheldon Addelson.
- The titans who are Robbieâs great influences in his poker journalism career.
- Why Robbieâs stayed at pokerâs periphery when it comes to playing despite this game we all love being his professional lifeâs work.
- And much, MUCH more!
And before you dive into todayâs episode, if youâd like to support CPG while also taking the necessary first step towards playing winning cash game poker, Preflop Bootcamp fires up on the last Saturday of every month.
The place to check it out is ChasingPokerGreatness.com/bootcamp
So without any further ado, I bring to you the host of The Orbit and founder of CardplayerLifestyle.com Robbie Strazynski.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt
In case you missed it, Robbie was guest #2 way back in late 2019 when Chasing Poker Greatness was just toddling around.
Despite being one of the most positive and upbeat humans I know, the weight of Covid isolation has managed to crack even Robbieâs spirits at times. In our conversation weâll dive deeply into his struggles with mental health and just how amazing the poker community really is.
In todayâs episode, youâre also going to learn:
- Robbie and Iâs thoughts on the life and recent death of Sheldon Addelson.
- The titans who are Robbieâs great influences in his poker journalism career.
- Why Robbieâs stayed at pokerâs periphery when it comes to playing despite this game we all love being his professional lifeâs work.
- And much, MUCH more!
And before you dive into todayâs episode, if youâd like to support CPG while also taking the necessary first step towards playing winning cash game poker, Preflop Bootcamp fires up on the last Saturday of every month.
The place to check it out is ChasingPokerGreatness.com/bootcamp
So without any further ado, I bring to you the host of The Orbit and founder of CardplayerLifestyle.com Robbie Strazynski.
New CPG Cash Game Courses!
Preflop Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/Preflop-Bootcamp
Fish in a Barrel: http://bit.ly/fish-in-a-barrel
Neutralize Flop Leads: https://bit.ly/2OkN8Yt