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    Tom Dwan Gives In-Depth Interview on Debt Accusations

    Tom Dwan Gives In-Depth Interview on Debt Accusations

    In the 820th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway sat down with Tom "durrrr" Dwan for a 45-minute in-depth conversation about the debt allegations recently level against him by Peter Jetten and Haralabos Voulgaris

    Jetten, who has over $9.3 million in The Hendon Mob cashes, was first to bring forth allegations against Dwan for failing to pay off debts. He did so on Feb. 18 when he wrote: "Would caution against doing business with Tom Dwan. He's owed me 226k for 4 years and continues to use delay tactics to avoid payment."

    Find out what Dwan had to say about the whole situation.

    Time Stamps
    *Time | Topic*
    00:23 - Introduction
    00:33 - Dwan laughs at “JMo” ripping Chad’s interview
    01:51 - Durrrr thinks people on social media go for “gotcha” stuff
    02:38 - Jetten says Dwan owes him $226k
    04:19 - Explains why he doesn’t feel Jetten is right
    06:18 - Denies owing Jetten full amount
    11:13 - Discussing the possibility of arbitration with Jetten
    16:08 - Dwan doesn’t want to talk about Haralabos yet
    18:03 - Says Jetten isn’t acting in good faith
    18:34 - Claims Jetten owes him money
    21:13 - Briefly addresses issues with Jungleman
    24:43 - Starts talking about Haralabos Voulgaris
    30:41 - Denies owing $350k to Voulgaris
    36:57 - Admits there were times he mishandled Jungleman dispute
    41:23 - Dwan says cheating in poker is a problem
    42:53 - Discussing Dwan’s ACR Poker signing

    Welcome New Co-Hosts Kyna England & Mike Holtz; Maurice Hawkins Clap Back & More

    Welcome New Co-Hosts Kyna England & Mike Holtz; Maurice Hawkins Clap Back & More

    In the 819th episode of the PokerNews Podcast sponsored by sponsored by PokerStars, Chad Holloway welcomes two new co-hosts to the show in poker players Kyna England and Mike "Brock Lesnar" Holtz. The new PN Pod crew dives into the latest news, gossip, and stories from the poker industry. 

    That includes Chad sharing why Maurice Hawkins, who made headlines after cashing for six figures only to have his past backing situations resurface, is pissed at both him and PokerNews; why poker is being banned in the world's largest retirement community down in Florida; and who they all like in the cross book bet between Jeremy Becker & Daniel Negreanu and Landon Tice & Matt Berkey.

    Plus, hear about Kyna England's experience on the hit show Game of Gold, the crew's experiences with Uber Eats ghost kitchens, and learn who won the signed copy of Lexy Gavin-Mather's new poker book Mastering Small Stakes No-Limit Tournaments.

    Oh, and did you know the PokerNews Podcast is no longer just audio? That's right, we've added a video show as well that you can view on the PokerNews YouTube Channel.

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    00:23 | Welcome to Show #819
    00:38 | Introducing our new hosts
    00:56 | Sponsor: PokerStars
    01:26 | Get to know new co-hosts Mike Holtz & Kyna England
    04:11 | Spraggy hoodies
    06:10 | Controversy involving Maurice Hawkins
    21:15 | Poker game banned in retirement community
    26:00 | Berkey/Tice vs Negreanu/Becker
    38:46 | Game of Gold reflection
    48:34 | Ghost Kitchens & Uber Eats
    51:35 | Book Giveaway Winner

    Tice vs Becker, Goodbye Matt & Connor, and Maurice Hawkins Fumes

    Tice vs Becker, Goodbye Matt & Connor, and Maurice Hawkins Fumes

    In the No. 818 episode of the PokerNews Podcast sponsored by Global Poker, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen dive into the latest news, gossip, and results from the poker industry. 

    That includes talking about the earlier leader in the cross-book bet between Landon Tice & Jeremy Becker, Mori Eskandani and John Hennigan taking down PGT Mixed Game Series titles, Joey Ingram rejoining the poker podcast ranks by interviewing Doug Polk, and Kevin Martin streaming 24/7 in a unique bankroll challenge.

    Also, Matt talks about his adventures at the recently-completed RGPS Tunica, while Chad shares why Maurice Hawkins, who made headlines last week after cashing for six figures only to have his past backing situations resurface, is pissed at both him and PokerNews!

    Finally, learn about why Connor and Matt will no longer be regular co-hosts of the PokerNews Podcast, which is set to change in a big way soon! Not only that but there are big plans in the works that'll ensure you haven't heard the last from Connor Richards and Matt Hansen!

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    *Time | Topic*
    00:22 | Welcome to Show #818
    01:04 | Sponsor: Global Poker
    01:45 | Landon Tice vs. Jeremy Becker – Who’s out to an early lead?
    03:40 | Wynn Millions happening now
    04:06 | Mori Eskandani & John Hennigan take down PGT Mixed Game Series titles
    07:18 | Matt returns from RGPS Tunica
    09:25 | Kevin Martin streaming life 24/7 in bankroll challenge
    12:30 | Joey Ingram back in podcasting streets with Doug Polk as first guest
    14:40 | New plans for the PokerNews Podcast; Connor & Matt departing
    18:40 | Maurice Hawkins back in the news – calls out PokerNews & Chad Holloway
    26:10 | Goodbye, Connor & Matt!
    26:42 | “Bitch-Ass Chad Holloway”

    Postle Appearance, Controversial Negreanu Tweet & Guest Lexy Gavin-Mather's New Book

    Postle Appearance, Controversial Negreanu Tweet & Guest Lexy Gavin-Mather's New Book

    In the No. 817 episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen dive into the latest news, gossip, and results from the poker industry. That includes announcing the winner of our WPT Voyage cabin giveaway!

    Chad then discusses his controversial tweet about Daniel Negreanu, Connor and Matt offer their thoughts on Mike Postle’s unexpected appearance on an X Space, and then all three talk highlights from last weekend’s Global Poker Awards

    Other stories covered include Ari Engel and Daniel Lowery each adding gold rings to their WSOP Circuit résumés, Mintzy under fire at Barstool over his deep tournament run, Barny Boatman and other big winners from EPT Paris, the cross-book bet between Landon Tice & Jeremy Becker, and Venetian’s new upcoming poker room.

     Finally, Chad sits down with Lexy Gavin-Mather to talk about her new book by D&B Publishing, Mastering Small Stakes No-Limit Tournaments. As a special treat, you’ll have a chance to win a signed copy of the book, which will release in late March but is available now for preorder.

    Time Stamps
    00:01 | Welcome to Show #817
    00:56 | Sponsor: WPT Global
    01:50 | Teasing guest Lexy Gavin-Mather
    03:45 | Chad’s controversial Daniel Negreanu tweet
    08:30 | Win a signed copy of Lexy Gavin-Mather’s book
    08:55 | Mark Olivo wins the WPT Voyage giveaway
    10:00 | Mike Postle makes unexpected appearance on X Space
    14:27 | Highlights from the Global Poker Awards
    18:16 | Ari Engel & Dan Lowery capture WSOPC rings
    20:21 | Paul Pierce & Mintzy employment under fire because of poker
    25:05 | Guest Lexy Gavin-Mather joins the show
    26:25 | Writing “Mastering Small Stakes No-Limit Tournaments”
    27:27 | What sort of subject matter do you cover?
    28:52 | Any special plans involving the book during the WSOP?
    29:16 | Vlogging every day of the WSOP
    30:03 | How was your experience at the EPT Paris?
    31:45 | Are you excited to record the audio version of the book?
    32:20 | The story behind Lexy’s dad going viral for a basketball video
    36:00 | Barny Boatman among big winners from EPT Paris
    38:30 | Cross-book bet between Landon Tice & Jeremy Becker
    42:15 | Venetian’s new upcoming poker room

    Shaun Deeb Talks $800K Body Fat Prop Buyout; 2024 WSOP Schedule

    Shaun Deeb Talks $800K Body Fat Prop Buyout; 2024 WSOP Schedule

    On this special episode of the PokerNews Podcast sponsored by 888pokerChad Holloway goes one-on-one with Shaun Deeb, who accepted a $800,000 buyout in his $1 million body fat prop bet against Bill Perkins.

    Nearly 11 months ago, the poker players agreed to a 14-month wager on Deeb's ability to bring his body fat composition down significantly. The bet had essentially no stipulations -- either get to 17% body fat by the start of the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP), or lose $100,000. 

    Last month, Deeb gave his X followers an update on his progress, and it was certainly positive in his favor. A January 25 Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan showed his body fat had dropped to 23.9% with still four months to go. That caused Perkins to begin proposing potential buyout possibilities on X, although nothing had been officially agreed upon.

    On Friday, he went in for another DEXA scan, and he was in even better shape -- 22.0% body fat composition. Then, on Saturday, the future Poker Hall of Famer informed his social media followers that Perkins had bought out of the bet for $800,000 just over three months from the start of the 2024 WSOP.

    Deeb shared all the details of his journey, why he opted to accept the buyout, and where he plans to go from here. Plus, hear his thoughts on the 2024 WSOP schedule.

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    *Time | Topic*
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    00:01 | Welcome to the show
    00:40 | Sponsor: 888poker
    01:34 | Shaun Deeb joins the show
    02:38 | Still going for 17%
    04:00 | Is the beard going?
    04:45 | Publicizing the buyout
    05:55 | How did you do it? 
    10:55 | What was the most challenging thing you faced?
    11:34 | How Chad met Deeb’s wife
    13:48 | A lot of people didn’t think you could do it
    17:45 | Do you have a celebration in mind once you hit your goal?
    18:00 | The story of Ted’s Fish Fry
    19:37 | Thoughts on the 2024 WSOP schedule
    23:29 | Who is Charlie?
    25:32 | When do you turn 40 and become eligible for Poker Hall of Fame?
    25:54 | Thinking of family
    27:58 | Aiming for abs
    28:42 | How much side action is there on this bet?

    2024 WSOP Schedule is Out, Perry Loses $1M & Guest Jonathan Little

    2024 WSOP Schedule is Out, Perry Loses $1M & Guest Jonathan Little

    On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast sponsored by PokerStars, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen dive into the recently announced schedule for the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP). Hear about new events -- including the new PokerNews $600 DeepStack Championship -- along with what's missing. If you're looking for a breakdown of the 2024 WSOP schedule, you've come to the right place.

    The crew also discuss the controversial Sean Perry losing $1 million in a Super Bowl bet, the PokerStars EPT Paris kicking off, and welcome guest Jonathan Little, who is fresh off crushing the PokerGO Cup. Little, a contributor to the PokerNews Strategy section, talks about his hot start to 2024, his successful poker coaching business, and what he thought about Matt Berkey stirring the pot.

    Finally, remember there is one week left for the PokerNews Podcast WPT Voyage giveaway where one lucky winner will win a $4,000 cruise package. All you need to do is like, subscribe, and leave us a review. Then, share a screenshot on our social media posts and you'll be entered to win! Be sure to listen for details on how to enter, and be sure to review the Terms & Conditions of the competition.

    Time Stamps
    *Time | Topic*
    00:23 | Welcome to the show
    01:02 | Sponsor: PokerStars
    01:17 | 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) schedule is out!
    03:35 | New events on the schedule
    06:00 | Double Board Bomb Pot
    09:00 | Where is the $1,000,000 Tournament of Champions?
    11:58 | First Event is the Champions Reunion – Win a Main Event seat!
    13:55 | 2024 WSOP Main Event to run July3-17
    16:45 | $3,000 Mid-Stakes Championship
    17:42 | The PokerNews $600 Deepstack Championship bracelet event
    18:02 | Taking over the Daily Deepstacks!
    20:56 | PokerNews Podcast WPT Voyage Giveaway!
    23:45 | Connor is excited for next week’s Global Poker Awards
    24:27 | Guest Jonathan Little joins the show
    26:09 | Off to a hot start in 2024
    27:25 | Is coaching still a passion for you?
    28:00 | How do you choose hands for your PokerNews Strategy columns?
    30:25 | Success at the PokerGO Studio
    33:00 | Matt Berkey’s controversial comments – what are your thoughts?
    34:42 | What’s new at PokerCoaching.com?
    36:15 | Any new books coming down the pipeline?
    37:03 | What are your poker plans for 2024 and the WSOP?
    38:20 | May try to play some Triton Poker Events
    40:53 | Sean Perry loses $1 million in Super Bowl bet
    44:48 | The PokerStars EPT Paris is underway
    46:40 | One more week to enter the PokerNews Podcast WPT Voyage giveaway

    WPT Voyage Giveaway, Zinno Allegations, Negreanu vs. Berkey & Guest Leon Wheeler

    WPT Voyage Giveaway, Zinno Allegations, Negreanu vs. Berkey & Guest Leon Wheeler

    On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast sponsored by Global Poker, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen announce a very special giveaway in which one lucky listener of the show will win a cruise package for the upcoming WPT Voyage, one of the most anticipated poker events of the year! Be sure to listen for details on how to enter, and be sure to review the Terms & Conditions of the competition.

    They then talk about the theft allegations against Anthony Zinno, Phil Hellmuth calling out Ike Haxton for wearing a mask, and Daniel Negreanu and Matt Berkey arguing about Jonathan Little, who went about his business and crushed the PokerGO Cup!

    Additionally, Jason Koon has departed GGPoker, Hermann Schweiger won the Hendon Mob Winter Championships Main Event, and Phil Laak is returning for Season 12 of High Stakes Poker! Oh, and Connor caught up with Leon Wheeler, the Director of Poker Operations at Resorts World, which is gearing up to host some big poker series in 2024!

    Finally, the crew take a look ahead to both the Celebrity Poker Tour Invitational II and CSOP "All in for Epilepsy" on Feb. 8, as well as Leigh Steinberg's 37th Annual Super Bowl Party, which PokerNews will attend.

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    00:23 | Welcome to the show
    00:55 | Sponsor: Global Poker
    02:00 | PN Pod Giveaway – Win a WPT Voyage Cruise!
    05:51 | Corel Theuma accuses Anthony Zinno of taking bag w/ $20K
    09:30 | Connor finds a $500 chip
    10:40 | Phil Hellmuth Wants Ike Haxton to Take Off the Facemask
    15:40 | Jonathan Little crushes PokerGO Cup; Berkey & Negreanu square off
    19:05 | Jason Koon parts ways with GGPoker
    20:47 | Has the Poker Integrity Council been a letdown? 
    22:32 | Connor plays on Bally’s Live in action-packed Industry Game
    25:24 | Interview w/ Resorts World Director of Poker Operations Leon Wheeler
    26:30 | What’s coming up for poker at Resorts World?
    27:28 | The state of live poker in Las Vegas
    28:36 | Hermann Schweiger stages incredible comeback in the Hendon Mob Winter Championships Main Event
    29:25 | Season 12 of High Stakes Poker – Phil Laak to return!
    31:49 | Get 25% Discount on WPT Voyage Package Through Valentine's Flash Sale
    32:49 | What’s coming up for Super Bowl Weekend in Las Vegas
    33:06 | Celebrity Poker Tour at PokerGO Studio
    33:53 | The Charity Series of Poker (CSOP) at the Palms
    35:00 | Leigh Steinberg's 37th Annual Super Bowl Party

    Cody Daniels Final Table; High Stakes Talk w/ Cates, Watson, Weisman & DeStefano

    Cody Daniels Final Table; High Stakes Talk w/ Cates, Watson, Weisman & DeStefano

    On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast sponsored by WPT Global, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen recap the recently-completed Borgata Winter Open, acknowledge the Anthony Zinno allegations, and dive into the PokerGO Cup.

    It was there that Connor chatted with Cody Daniels, who despite severe health issues ventured to Las Vegas to live his dream of playing a high-stakes tournament. Not only did he play, but he made the final table! The crew then ventured across the street to a Bally's Live high-stakes cash game where we grabbed interviews with Daniel Cates, Mike Watson, Dylan Weisman, and Dylan DeStefano.

    Other stories include Shaun Deeb closing in on a $1 million body fat prop bet, former PokerNews reporter Mo Nuwwarah winning an MSPT title and remembering Perry Friedman, who recently passed away from pancreatic cancer.

    Finally, they take a look ahead to both the Celebrity Poker Tour Invitational II and CSOP "All in for Epilepsy" on Feb. 8, as well as Leigh Steinberg's 37th Annual Super Bowl Party, which PokerNews will attend. Hear the crew's Super Bowl picks, and find out where you might be able to cross paths with one of the teams after the big game.

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    *Time | Topic*
    00:23 | Welcome to the show
    00:55 | Sponsor: WPT Global
    01:53 | Borgata Winter Open wraps up 
    02:33 | Acknowledging the Anthony Zinno allegations
    03:57 | Chad’s Howard Lederer story
    06:31 | PokerGO Cup is happening now
    08:02 | Interview with Cody Daniels
    12:26 | Early winners from the PokerGO Cup
    13:33 | Bally’s Live interview with Dylan DeStefano & Dylan Weisman
    15:15 | Bally’s Live interviews with Daniel Cates & Mike Watson
    20:15 | Shaun Deeb closing in on $1 million in body fat prop bet
    22:20 | Former PokerNews reporter Mo Nuwwarah wins MSPT Bally's Black Hawk for $155,189
    25:30 | Remembering Perry Friedman
    27:33 | What’s coming up?
    28:07 | Celebrity Poker Tour Invitational II on Feb. 8
    31:11 | Charity Series of Poker (CSOP) “All in for Epilepsy” also on Feb. 8
    32:05 | PokerNews headed to Leigh Steinberg's 37th Annual Super Bowl Party
    35:20 | Super Bowl picks – San Francisco 49ers vs. Kansas City Chiefs
    37:50 | Where to find a Super Bowl after-party with one of the teams

    Breaking Down Global Poker Award Nominees & Guest Jason Somerville Talks PNIA

    Breaking Down Global Poker Award Nominees & Guest Jason Somerville Talks PNIA

    On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast sponsored by 888poker, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen break down the recently-revealed Global Poker Award nominees, which included one of their very own! Who do they like to win? Who do they think got snubbed? Find out here.

    Plus, Chad talks about his experience playing on Poker Night in America (PNIA) last week, which is where Connor and Matt caught up with this week's guest, Jason Somerville, who shared what he's been up to lately and reminisced on his days co-hosting this very podcast.

    The crew then discusses the hot start to 2024 for both Kristen & Alex Foxen, former 'American Idol' contestant William Hung's interview about losing his wife over a gambling addiction, and the Arkansas high school teacher who won $73K at the first RunGood Poker Series stop of the season. Finally, take a look at the 2024 Wynn Millions schedule, which offers more than $8M in guarantees!

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    *Time | Topic*
    00:23 | Welcome to the show
    01:37 | Connor Richards nominated for a Global Poker Award!
    03:02 | Breaking down the Global Poker Award nominations
    03:17 | Toughest Opponent
    04:28 | Best Final Table Performance
    06:00 | Breakout Player of the Year
    06:55 | Best Twitter/X Personality
    07:45 | Best Streamer
    08:44 | Best Vlogger
    10:00 | Best Short Form Content Creator
    11:00 | Industry Person of the Year
    12:31 | Tournament Director of the Year
    14:26 | Event of the Year
    15:30 | Best Mid-Major Circuit/Tour
    16:44 | Best Standalone Event
    17:37 | Best Commentator
    18:12 | Best Poker Podcast
    19:21 | Best Media Content – Written
    21:29 | Best Media Content – Video
    22:42 | Best Media Content – Photo
    26:27 | Fan Choice Categories
    30:44 | Chad plays on Poker Night in America 8 years after first appearance
    35:39 | Hanging out at Studio 52 w/ Jason Somerville 
    36:15 | Interview w/ Jason Somerville
    36:52 | How did your partnership w/ PNIA come together?
    40:44 | What’s exciting you about poker content nowadays?
    43:09 | Remembering his time w/ the PokerNews Podcast
    44:27 | Sponsor: 888poker
    45:29 | Kristen & Alex Foxen off to a hot start in 2024
    46:42 | Infamous 'American Idol' contestant William Hung lost wife over poker, gambling addiction
    48:00 | Arkansas high school teacher wins $73K as RunGood Poker Series kicks off 2024 season
    49:39 | Wynn Millions schedule released; more than $8M in guarantees

    Intoxicated Player, Matusow at CSOP, and Guests Arden Cho & Samuel Laskowitz

    Intoxicated Player, Matusow at CSOP, and Guests Arden Cho & Samuel Laskowitz

    On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast sponsored by PokerStars, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen talk about going to see comedian Kevin Nealon and shenanigans at the latest Charity Series of Poker (CSOP), which saw Mike "The Mouth" Matusow contend for the trophy!

    They then chat about the PokerGO Tour (PGT) Championship, which had to contend with a seemingly intoxicated qualifier. It was at that event that Connor caught up with both Arden Cho and Samuel Laskowitz. The former would go on to make a deep run, while the latter was the last player to qualify for the tournament. Plus, hear who actually won the tournament for $500,000!

    Other topics discussed include new online gaming efforts in New York, the THM Winter Championship taking place in the Alps Jan. 29-Feb. 5, Mike Holtz and Zach Gruneberg winning WSOP.com Player of the Year honors, and Brantzen & Boston Rob to be on Deal or No Deal Island. Finally, Chad reveals that he's slated to play on Poker Night in America. 

    Time Stamps
    *Time | Topic*
    00:23 | Welcome to the show
    00:32 | Episode sponsored by PokerStars – Check out the US Winter Series here!
    01:07 | Tease guests Arden Cho & Samuel Laskowitz
    02:05 | Checking out comedian Kevin Nealon
    04:54 | Seemingly intoxicated poker player on PGT Championship stream puts viewers on tilt
    08:20 | Dream Seat qualifier Arden Cho has a deep run
    08:40 | Daniel Smiljkovic wins PGT Championship title for $500,000
    10:45 | Interview w/ Arden Cho
    15:03 | Interview w/ Samuel Laskowitz
    18:40 | Does New York stand a chance of passing online poker legislation this year?
    24:27 | THM Winter Championship Taking Place in the Alps Jan. 29-Feb. 5
    25:35 | The 2nd Annual Charity Series of Poker (CSOP) Awards and tournament
    27:27 | Mike “The Mouth” Matusow makes a deep run
    30:08 | Winner interview w/ CSOP champ Hunter Glass
    31:55 | Mike Holtz Wins WSOP.com NV/NJ Player of the Year; Zach Gruneberg Takes PA Title 
    32:30 | Brantzen & Boston Rob to be on Deal or No Deal Island
    35:40 | Chad to compete on Poker Night in America against Neeme, Konnikova & more

    Bots, Negreanu's Losses, MI Player Kidnap Update & Guest Clemen Deng

    Bots, Negreanu's Losses, MI Player Kidnap Update & Guest Clemen Deng

    On the first episode of the New Year for the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen discuss poker bots on ACR, the risk of playing on unregulated sites, and offer an update on the Michigan poker player who was found zip-tied on the side of the road after allegedly being kidnapped.

    They then dive into Daniel Negreanu's poker tournament losses from 2023, his early win in 2024, and what's happening down at PokerGO Studio. There, Richards caught up with this week's guest, Clemen Deng, who has been a rising star in the high-roller streets.

    Finally, they wrap up by paying respect to Kara Scott, who parted ways with 888poker after eight years as an ambassador, reveal results for various Player of the Year (POY) races, and debate whether or not Jon Letzkus, the suspect in Las Vegas Strip area shooting, should be labeled as a poker player.

    Time Stamps
    *Time | Topic*
    00:23 | Welcome to the show
    00:50 | Sponsor: Global Poker
    01:43 | Are bots ruining online poker?
    05:42 | The risks of playing on unregulated sites
    09:30 | Update on Michigan poker player found zip-tied and apparently kidnapped
    13:30 | Daniel Negreanu releases losses for 2023
    19:12 | Interview w/ Clemen Deng
    21:25 | Kara Scott leaves after 8 years at 888poker Ambassador
    22:10 | Results from various Player of the Year (POY) races
    25:05 | Poker player Jon Letzkus suspected in Las Vegas Strip area shooting
    30:10 | What’s coming up for the crew?

    MI Player Kidnapped & Zip-Tied & Dan Sepiol Talks Winning WPT World Championship

    MI Player Kidnapped & Zip-Tied & Dan Sepiol Talks Winning WPT World Championship

    On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen bring you the last show of 2023!

     The chat about the MSPT & WSOP champion that was found zip-tied and allegedly held captive for 35 days in Michigan, poker player Sean Perry being eliminated from the Circa Survivor NFL contest, and highlighting the Top 10 Stories of 2023.

    They also wrap up the 2023 World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship, which concluded last week at Wynn Las Vegas. That included a Ren Lin win in the $50k WPT Alpha8 for $1,045,781; Daniel Lowery capping off a career year with a WPT Seniors win just weeks after his 50th birthday; and Mikita Badziakouski shipping the $1,000,000 WPT Big One for One Drop for $7.1 Million.

     Plus, they offer a winner interview with Dan Sepiol, who etched his name in poker history by winning the WPT World Championship for $5.3 million after an impressive final table performance. 

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    *Time | Topic*
    00:23 | Welcome to the show
    01:05 | MSPT & WSOP Champion Found Zip-Tied, Allegedly Held Captive For 35 Days
    06:15 | Sean Perry eliminated from Circa Survivor
    12:48 | Wrapping up the WPT World Championship
    13:05 | Ren Lin wins $50k WPT Alpha8 for $1,045,781; Jason Koon Runner-Up
    13:43 | Daniel Lowery caps off a career year with WPT Seniors win just weeks after his 50th
    15:00 | Mikita Badziakouski ships $1,000,000 WPT Big One for One Drop ($7.1 Million)
    16:06 | Dan Sepiol wins WPT World Championship for$5.3 million
    20:37 | Winner interview w/ Dan Sepiol
    23:16 | PokerNews’ Top 10 Stories of 2023
    29:00 | The loss of Doyle Brunson is still being felt
    31:45 | What are you looking forward to in 2024?

    Guest Neil Patrick Harris Talks WPT World Championship; WSOP Paradise Dealer Error

    Guest Neil Patrick Harris Talks WPT World Championship; WSOP Paradise Dealer Error

    On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen come to you from both the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas where they chatted with Hollywood actor Neil Patrick Harris!

    NPH was in town to participate in a WPT celebrity charity event, and you get to hear from him right after he was on the wrong end of a cooler! 

    Plus, hear from Calvin Anderson, winner of the $1,100 WPT Prime Championship for nearly $1.4 million. The crew then gets you up to speed on all things WPT World Championship Festival, including the missed $40 million GTD, Garrett Adelstein’s return to livestreamed poker, and the $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop.

     They then wrap up the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise, including a dealer error controversy at the final table that may’ve cost Daniel Neilson dearly, and a winner interview with Stanislav Zegal, who took down the Main Event for $2 million.

    Plus, hear the dates for the 2024 WSOP in Las Vegas, current leaders in the GPI Player of the Year races, and how Padraig O'Neill turned 12 bb into €1,030,000 en route to a 2023 EPT Prague Main Event victory.

    Listen to those stories and more on the latest episode of the [I]PokerNews[/I] Podcast.

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    *Time | Topic*
    00:23 | Welcome to the show
    00:50 | Recovering from WSOP Paradise
    03:00 | Dates announced for the 2024 WSOP
    04:26 | Big winners from the WSOP Paradise
    06:50 | Online Qualifier Stanislav Zegal Wins First WSOP Paradise Main Event ($2,000,000)
    07:20 | WSOP Paradise proved to be a success w/ impressive numbers
    08:52 | Winner interview w/ Stanislav Zegal
    12:20 | Final table error negatively impacts Daniel Neilson 
    19:48 | Sponsor: Global Poker
    20:49 | Garrett Adelstein returns to livestreamed cash games
    25:00 | WPT World Championship misses $40 million guarantee
    29:16 | WPT World Championship winner picks
    31:01 | Update on the $1,000,000 WPT Big One for One Drop
    33:50 | Winner picks for the WPT Big One for One Drop
    35:46 | What could make the Big One for One Drop a bigger success?
    37:05 | Calvin Anderson wins record WPT Prime Championship for $1.4 million
    40:10 | Winner interview w/ Calvin Anderson
    43:52 | Neil Patrick Harris attends WPT Celebrity Charity Event
    45:41 | Interview w/ Neil Patrick Harris
    50:40 | Update on GPI Player of the Year races
    53:30 | Padraig O'Neill turns 12 bb into €1,030,000 en route to 2023 EPT Prague victory

    SPADECAST DE #5 - HEISSER POKER-WINTER: WER SICHERT SICH DIE GROSSEN TITEL? ALLES ZUR WSOP, EPT & W

    SPADECAST DE #5 - HEISSER POKER-WINTER: WER SICHERT SICH DIE GROSSEN TITEL? ALLES ZUR WSOP, EPT & W
    In dieser Spadecast-Folge werfen wir einen Blick auf den Kampf der größten Pokerserien im Dezember – WPT, EPT und WSOP. Darüber hinaus blicken wir zurück auf das GRND Live-Event, sprechen über den Rekord-YouTuber Wolfgang und über den kriminellen Hintergrund des EPT-Champions Jordan Saccucci. Viel Spaß!
     
     
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    Halloween Costumes, Matthew Perry, & Guest K.L. Cleeton Talks RangeTrainerPro

    Halloween Costumes, Matthew Perry, & Guest K.L. Cleeton Talks RangeTrainerPro

    On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen talk about what they did for Halloween, DJ Khaled’s Celebrity Challenge on Global Poker, GGPoker’s new Poker After Dark ‘Game of Gold’ show, and the difference between WPT at Sea vs. WPT Voyage.

    They also remember actor Matthew Perry, who passed away unexpectedly, and the mark he left on the TV show Celebrity Poker Showdown; recap Blake Bohn’s record 5th MSPT title win; take a look at Yiannis Liperis winning 888poker LIVE Coventry Main Event; and highlight winners from both the RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) and Triton Poker.

    Chad then sits down for a chat with K.L. Cleeton, the co-founder of RangeTrainerPro. He talks about living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), how poker is a great equalizer for his competitive spirit, and new developments at RangeTrainerPro and how his unique perspective has shaped the innovative tool.

    Time Stamps
    *Time | Topic*
    00:23 | Welcome to the show
    00:35 | What did you do for Halloween
    02:50 | Sponsor: Global Poker
    03:49 | GGPoker’s Poker After Dark ‘Game of Gold’
    07:10 | Remembering Matthew Perry on Celebrity Poker Showdown
    12:40 | What’s the difference between WPT at Sea vs. WPT Voyage
    14:38 | Sponsor: WPT Global
    17:20 | Guest K.L. Cleeton joins the show
    38:08 | Blake Bohn captures record 5th MSPT title
    40:00 | RGPS crowns two winners in a single weekend
    41:00 | Yiannis Liperis wins 888poker LIVE Coventry Main Event
    41:58 | Dan Smith & Christoph Vogelsang capture Triton Poker titles
    44:40 | NAPT & Formula 1 are finally here!

    Chess Cheat, Poker Masters Wraps, & Guest Steve Preiss Talks PokerStars NAPT

    Chess Cheat, Poker Masters Wraps, & Guest Steve Preiss Talks PokerStars NAPT

    On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen talk about all the big winners from the Poker Masters, including Purple Jacket winner Stephen Chidwick, as well as Jesse Fullen appearing on Wheel of Fortune, Benny Glaser slaying the PokerStars WCOOP, and accused chess cheat Hans Niemann suggesting that poker is immoral and anyone promoting it is in the wrong.

    They also provide an update on the Global Poker Celebrity Challenge, recap Richard Lee winning WPT Australia, Toby Lewis capturing his first WSOP Online bracelet, and how you can apply to work for PokerNews.

    Finally, Chad chats with the VP of PokerStars North America, Steve Preiss, about all things North American Poker Tour (NAPT), which will relaunch after a 12-year hiatus with a stop from Nov. 4-12 at Resorts World in Las Vegas. What can fans and players expect? Find out in the latest episode.

    Time Stamps
    *Time | Topic*
    00:23 | Welcome to the show
    00:32 | Teasing guest VP of PokerStars North America Steve Preiss
    01:03 | Jesse Fullen’s Wheel of Fortune appearance
    03:15 | Sponsor: Global Poker update on Celebrity Challenge w/ Paul George
    04:30 | Accused Chess Cheat Hans Niemann Seems to Think Poker is Immoral
    09:00 | Stephen Chidwick wins Poker Masters Purple Jacket
    14:40 | Guest Steve Preiss, VP of PokerStars North America, joins the show
    17:00 | Bringing back the NAPT
    20:45 | This year’s NACOOP + live events seem like a PokerStars USA homecoming
    23:00 | An EPT-like player experience on and off the felt
    24:35 | Formula 1 racing tie-ins
    26:00 | What’s the future of NAPT look like?
    26:55 | Will big-name players be competing?
    28:40 | Wide range of buy-ins to appeal to all players
    30:15 | Wicked Chops’ Vegas recommendations
    33:25 | Sponsor: 888poker
    34:22 | Richard Lee wins WPT Australia
    35:20 | Sponsor: WPT Global
    36:35 | Toby Lewis captures first WSOP Online bracelet
    39:00 | Benny Glaser absolutely crushing PokerStars WCOOP
    40:50 | PokerNews is hiring – Click here for details

    PN Pod Special Edition: Rounders 25th Anniversary Watch-Along Show

    PN Pod Special Edition: Rounders 25th Anniversary Watch-Along Show

    On a special episode of the PokerNews Podcast, host Chad Holloway is joined by a special panel to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the acclaimed poker movie Rounders, which premiered in theaters back on September 11, 1998. PokerNews senior writer Jon Sofen, Poker Royalty's Jesse Fullen, and noted poker historian and former WSOP Media Director Nolan Dalla join Chad in studio to do a watch along of the movie during which they offer their thoughts, commentary, fun facts, and much more.

    Want to know Edward Norton's inspiration for Worm? How did Matt Damon and Norton bond during filming? How did they do when they played in the 1998 WSOP Main Event to promote the film? Get the answers to those questions and much more in this special episode, which we recommend you play while actually watching the movie!

    Time Stamps
    *Time | Topic*
    00:00 | The 25th anniversary of Rounders is celebrated with guests discussing the film's impact on the poker world
    11:06 | Rounders is an important film for poker players for has been criticized for its portrayal of women
    24:37 | Rounders captures the universal experiences of poker players and features characters based on real people
    44:41 | Rounders did not do well at the box office but gained a cult following after the Poker Boom
    01:07:49 | Rounders is politically incorrect but provides an authentic look at the New York poker scene
    01:32:59 | Johnny Chan's cameo in Rounders helped popularize poker and made him more recognized in the poker world
    01:43:26 | Discussing the final hand of the movie where Mike flops the nuts and Teddy quits, though the book novelization has a different ending
    01:59:38 | There is still interest in making a sequel to Rounders, and a 10-part docu-series about the history of Poker is in the works despite strikes causing uncertainty

    WPT $40M GTD, EPT Winner & Guest Andre Akkari on Brazilian Poker

    WPT $40M GTD, EPT Winner & Guest Andre Akkari on Brazilian Poker

    On the latest PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen wrap up the EPT Barcelona, which includes a winner's interview with France's Simon Wiciak, who took down the €5,300 Main Event for €1,134,375.

    The crew also discuss the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas boasting a $40 million guarantee, winners from the Global Poker US Poker Open, Soukha Kachittavong finding success at the PokerStars Summer Series, PokerNews' Lukas Robinson winning the PartyPoker Sunday Party, Terrence Chan beating Espen Jorstad to win a WSOP Online bracelet, and the PokerStars NACOOP (Sept. 15 thru Oct. 2).

    Finally, this week's guest is Brazilian superstar and PokerStars Ambassador Andre Akkari, who made a deep run in the EPT Barcelona. He talks about his poker career, the best Brazilian players, and more.

    Time Stamps
    *Time | Topic*
    00:23 | Welcome to the show
    00:53 | Rounders celebrates 25th anniversary
    01:27 | Everyone back in Las Vegas
    02:05 | WPT World Championship at Wynn boasts $40M GTD
    07:07 | Sponsor: Global Poker
    08:07 | EPT Barcelona winners
    10:15 | Guest Andre Akkari joins the show
    13:40 | Akkari’s poker background
    15:46 | Something special about Barcelona
    16:45 | Why is poker so popular in Brazil?
    18:36 | The best Brazilian poker players
    20:50 | Simon Wiciak wins EPT Barcelona Main Event for €1,134,375
    23:06 | Winner interview w/ Simon Wiciak
    29:55 | Soukha Kachittavong wins PokerStars Summer Series Event #2 for $105,407
    31:00 | PokerNews' Lukas Robinson Wins the PartyPoker Sunday Party
    32:10 | Terrence Chan beats Espen Jorstad to win WSOP Online bracelet
    37:00 | PokerStars NACOOP to run Sept. 15 thru Oct. 2

    Goodbye, Jesse Fullen; Guest Tyler Patterson Talks Big RGPS Win

    Goodbye, Jesse Fullen; Guest Tyler Patterson Talks Big RGPS Win

    On the latest PokerNews Podcast, it is Jesse Fullen's final episode before he departs PokerNews for an exciting opportunity, which he talks about alongside co-host Chad Holloway. The two also discuss Daniel Negreanu playing in a home poker game in Las Vegas after being invited by some high schoolers about to head off to college. Plus, learn about winners from both the 2023 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open (SHRPO) and Triton Poker London stop.

    They also welcome guest Tyler Patterson, a World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner and World Poker Tour (WPT) champ, who is fresh off winning the RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) Checkpoint Finale for $200K. A consummate grinder, Patterson talks about his victory, what his life is like nowadays, competing for Thunder Valley's all-time money lead, and his upcoming plans, which include a trip overseas.

    Finally, before everything was said and done, Jesse shared some of his favorite memories from his time with PokerNews.

    Time Stamps
    *Time | Topic*
    00:27 | Welcome to the show
    01:05 | Teasing guest Tyler Patterson
    01:30 | Sponsor: Global Poker
    03:06 | Daniel Negreanu crashes neighborhood home game of kids headed off to college
    09:09 | Guest Tyler Patterson joins the show
    17:05 | Tight race in the Thunder Valley all-time money list
    20:20 | How did this win rank among your accomplishments?
    24:00 | Headed to EPT Barcelona
    26:00 | Sponsor: partypoker
    26:41 | 2023 SHRPO winners
    31:43 | Bryn Kenney, Phil Ivey & Timothy Adams among Triton Poker London winners
    36:11 | Sponsor: 888poker
    38:43 | Jesse’s last show – headed over to Poker Royalty
    40:35 | More geared for behind-the-scenes projects
    42:10 | The joy of live reporting
    43:00 | The Wynn Mystery Bounty events
    44:00 | The Texas Road Trip
    45:30 | Chad snaps at Jesse
    46:49 | The April Fools Jokes
    54:31 | Tune in on September 20 to see Jesse on a TV game show!

    Final Show from the 2023 WSOP w/ Guests Brian Rast & Phil Hellmuth

    Final Show from the 2023 WSOP w/ Guests Brian Rast & Phil Hellmuth

    On the latest PokerNews Podcast episode, Chad Holloway and Jesse Fullen continue The Chad & Jesse Poker Show straight from the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP)

    In the final show of the summer, Chad & Jesse welcome two guests to the show starting with the legendary Phil Hellmuth! The “Poker Brat” captured his record-extending 17th WSOP gold bracelet earlier in the series, and he sits down with the boys to talk all about it.

    The other guest is this year’s Poker Hall of Fame inductee Brian Rast, who also won the $50,000 Poker Players Championship for a record-tying third time. Rast shares his thoughts on being inducted, who he’d like to see join him, and much more.

    Chad and Jesse then do a new "Calling the Clock" segment in which they offer quick two-minute dialogues for topics on “The Board.”

    Here's a look at this episode's topics:

    - Gorodinsky’s empty Bellagio lockbox
    - WSOP Paradise in the Bahamas
    - The Jeff Platt Curse
    - Weinman’s jacks-versus-queens-versus-kings key hand
    - Daniel Weinman wins 2023 WSOP Main Event
    - WSOP Player of the Year race
    - Final 2023 WSOP updates on Phil Hellmuth & Daniel Negreanu

    Time Stamps
    *Time | Topic*
    00:35 | Welcome to the show
    00:43 | Guest Phil Hellmuth joins the show
    01:03 | Advising all the companies
    02:50 | Capturing record-extending 17th gold bracelet
    06:18 | Heads-up lasted just one hand
    08:50 | Who did you give your bracelet to?
    11:32 | Playing Triton Poker for the first time?
    12:17 | Big hand against Nick Rigby
    14:54 | Getting tired at the poker table
    15:58 | Will you be at the WSOP Paradise?
    17:40 | Don’t be jealous of Phil Ivey
    19:20 | Sponsor: Global Poker
    20:00 | Announcing the winner of a signed WSOP cushion
    21:23 | Mike Gorodinsky’s empty Bellagio lockbox
    23:23 | WSOP Paradise in the Bahamas
    25:09 | The Jeff Platt Curse
    27:09 | Weinman’s jacks-versus-queens-versus-kings key hand
    29:09 | Daniel Weinman wins 2023 WSOP Main Event
    31:09 | WSOP Player of the Year race
    33:09 | Final 2023 WSOP updates on Phil Hellmuth & Daniel Negreanu
    35:27 | Guest Brian Rast joins the show
    36:05 | How has your summer been as a whole?
    38:06 | How did you feel when you were nominated for Poker Hall of Fame?
    42:06 | Who would you like to see join you in the PHoF?
    45:00 | Not all bracelets are created equal
    47:20 | What keeps you motivated?
    52:00 | Remembering your first WSOP cash
    54:42 | DJ Rast’s song mixing
    55:50 | What $50,000 Poker Players Championship titles mean the most?
    59:13 | Do you have any memorable Doyle Brunson stories?
    1:02:50 | Where are all your bracelets?
    1:04:15 | July PokerNews Freerolls