PokerNews Podcast

In the 850th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by Global Poker, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Kyna England are at Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas to talk about Allen Kessler's massive $1.2 million jackpot win on a slot machine at Thunder Valley, which is currently playing host to the RunGood Poker Series (RGPS). How long did Kessler have to play and how much did he have to spend to hit it? Will he take the 20-year annual installments or the discounted lump sum? And will he do anything with his newfound fortune?

Plus, High Stakes Poker Season 13 debuted and the PokerStars Big Game returned with Lily Newhouse as the new Loose Cannon. Hear about the first episodes of each, including who was in the line-ups and a couple of big hands. Additionally, the crew talks about Elias Travis taking home $79,024 after an eight-way chop in The Hendon Mob Mid-Major Championship, previewing the RGPS Thunder Valley $2,500 Main Event August 2-5.

They also talk about Justin Lapka’s big win in the WSOP Circuit Choctaw Main Event for $252,258. Speaking of the WSOP Circuit, the tour will be at Harrah’s Cherokee Aug. 1-12 followed by Graton Casino in the Bay Area from Aug. 15-26.

Finally, the crew discusses Ryan Laplante claiming a second Global Poker trophy by winning an event in the GOAT VI Series!

A new PokerNews Podcast will drop weekly every Friday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:12 | Welcome Kyna England & Mike Holtz 00:35 | Allen Kessler wins $1.2 million slot jackpot 01:38 | Buying the bonus 05:00 | Video of Kessler’s big win 05:56 | Would you take annual payments or discounted lump sum? 07:45 | What is advantage play? 10:00 | Kessler for Extreme Cheapskates? 13:55 | High Stakes Poker Season 13 debuts 17:57 | Should Mike Holtz play on High Stakes Poker? 18:52 | High Stakes Poker Season 13 preview 19:37 | New episodes of the PokerStars Big Game are here – Loose Cannon Lily Newhouse 20:00 | Kyna wins a tournament! 21:57 | Teaser trailer of new PokerStars Big Game episodes 23:20 | Phil Laak is back! 26:00 | Elias Travis wins RGPS Hendon Mob Mid-Major Championship for $79,024 26:30 | What do you think of the 8-way chop at the final table? 29:30 | Justin Lapka wins WSOP Circuit Choctaw Main Event for $252,258  32:03 | WSOPC Harrah’s Cherokee Aug. 1-12 32:55 | WSOPC Graton Casino Aug. 15-26 33:20 | Ryan Laplante wins Global Poker GOAT VI Series trophy 33:40 | Sponsor: Global Poker 35:00 | Special bonus code for Global Poker 35:45 | Chad headed to play Survivor Angelica 37:10 | Kyna challenges Mike to win a Vegas daily 37:30 | Venetian is opening new poker room this week

In the 849th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by 888poker, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Kyna England are at Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas to talk about the "LaptopGate" controversy that came out of Jonathan Tamayo's big win in the 2024 WSOP Main Event for $10,000,000.

How did solvers impact things? Does it constitute cheating? What comes next? Not only do the crew talk about it, but they also share clips from two interviews Doug Polk conducted, the first with runner-up Jordan Griff and the other with two prominent poker personalities Daniel Negreanu and Alan Keating. For those wondering what Tamayo had to say about the situation, check out this PokerNews article here.

Plus, hear who won the summer crossbook bet between Jeremy Becker and Landon Tice, High Stakes Poker returning to PokerGO next week, and how WSOP Paradise champ Stanislav Zegal failed to sell his championship bracelet in an attempt to raise money for charity, which in turn led to a talk about the value of a bracelet nowadays. Finally, get a sneak preview of Connor Richards' interview with 888poker Ambassador Ian Simpson on his Life Outside Poker Podcast.

A new PokerNews Podcast will drop weekly every Friday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:11 | Welcome Kyna England & Mike Holtz 00:18 | Solver-gate in the 2024 WSOP Main Event 02:38 | Is it cheating? 05:40 | WSOP solver announcement before tournaments 08:00 | Should Tamayo be stripped of the title? 12:50 | Why solvers are so bad in this spot 16:12 | Jordan Griff on Doug Polk’s podcast 20:24 | Is legal action coming? 21:25 | Is change coming? 23:22 | Daniel Negreanu & Alan Keating discuss with Doug Polk 30:47 | What needs to change? 35:35 | Jeremy Becker defeats Landon Tice in summer crossbook bet 38:40 | Sponsor: 888poker 39:33 | WSOP Paradise Dec. 6-19 39:45 | WSOP Paradise champ Stanislav Stanislav Zegal fails to sell bracelet for charity 44:18 | Devaluation of WSOP bracelets 45:47 | High Stakes Poker Season debuts July 29 48:31 | Connor interviews 888poker Ambassador Ian Simpson on Life Outside Poker

The 848th episode of the PokerNews Podcast is the final one from the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP)! Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Kyna England are back together at Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas to talk about Jonathan Tamayo's big win in the 2024 WSOP Main Event for $10,000,000, and how he had to go through both Jordan Griff and Niklas Astedt to get there!

They also call the 2024 WSOP Player of the Year race for Scott Seiver, relive some of the biggest stories and moments from the 2024 WSOP, including bracelet wins from Daniel Negreanu and Phil Ivey, go over some stats and figures from the 99 live summer bracelet events, and let you know who won the $25K Fantasy league. Oh, and while the 2024 WSOP has ended, poker fans can already look forward to the big series as the WSOP Paradise is returning to the Bahamas from Dec. 6-19.

A new PokerNews Podcast will drop weekly every Friday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:12 | Welcome Kyna England & Mike Holtz 00:23 | The 2024 WSOP has reached its end! 01:09 | Jonathan Tamayo wins 2024 WSOP Main Event 02:00 | Joe Serock & Brian Kim exit early 05:21 | Niklas Astedt busts in huge pot 12:43 | Runner-up Jordan Griff gracious in defeat 13:45 | Bullshit cheating allegations on social media 15:14 | What do you see in this video? 15:25 | Chad sounds off on the ridiculous accusations 18:12 | Winner interview with Jonathan Tamayo 20:53 | Scott Seiver wins 2024 WSOP Player of the Year 21:51 | Phil Ivey captures bracelet No. 11 22:50 | Daniel Negreanu breaks 11-year bracelet drought to win No. 7 24:07 | Huge year for Jeremy Ausmus 24:48 | Shiina Okamoto vs. Jamie Kerstetter in Ladies Event 25:32 | Big summer for Chris “Big Huni” Hunichen 26:52 | The Year of the Pro 28:30 | Players who won additional bracelets 29:50 | Stats & figures from the 2024 WSOP 31:22 | Kyle Miholich cashes 2024 WSOP 28+ times! 33:00 | Top women from the 2024 WSOP 34:45 | Close but no cigar 35:30 | $25K Fantasy winners 38:18 | WSOP Paradise returning to the Bahamas from Dec. 6-19 41:40 | Shoutout to the entire [I]PokerNews[/I] team!

In the 847th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Connor Richards come to you from Level 9 Studio to preview the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event final table. Who is at the final table of nine? How did they get there? And who do they think will win? Find out here.

Plus, hear how Kristen Foxen fell just short of becoming only the second woman in WSOP history to make the Main Event final table, including her much-discussed final hand. Speaking of big hands, Adrian Mateos suffered back-to-back big hands before bowing out on Day 5. Sometimes poker can be cruel, and his fate is evidence of that.

On a positive note, Patrik Antonius became the 2024 inductee into the Poker Hall of Fame. The online and cash game legend became just the fifth European to be inducted, and he was on-site at the WSOP to accept the honor. See pictures and a video of the Finnish pro accepting his Poker Hall of Fame trophy.

Finally, hear about recent WSOP gold bracelet winners including Jared Bleznick, Gary Bolden, Joseph Sanders, and Calvin Anderson; Jeremy Ausmus tying Phil Hellmuth's WSOP final table record; and other winners from Venetian and Wynn. Oh, and learn about recent WSOP Online bracelet winners such as Mike Watson, David Prociak, and Mo Nuwwarah.

A new PokerNews Podcast will drop twice weekly during the 2024 WSOP every Tuesday and Friday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:11 | Welcome Mike Holtz & Connor Richards 00:35 | Kristen Foxen falls short of final table 04:18 | Kristen Foxen’s bustout 09:53 | Was it a punt? 11:44 | Bencb comes to Foxen’s defense 13:12 | Post-elimination interview w/ Kristen Foxen 15:33 | 2024 WSOP Main Event final table preview 17:40 | Niklas “Lena900” Astedt one of the all-time best 22:08 | Tamayo folds pocket queens preflop to an open-raise 24:20 | Griff’s rise to the chip lead 27:30 | The final table demographics 28:09 | Jason Sagle the elder statesman at the final table 31:08 | Who do you think and/or want to win? 35:32 | A look at the 2024 WSOP Final Nine! 42:26 | The 1-2 punch suffered by Adrian Mateos 43:30 | Adrian Mateos folds pocket kings 46:27 | Bad beat for Mateos 51:35 | Patrik Antonius inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame 54:55 | Patrik Antonius accepts PHoF trophy 56:45 | Jared Bleznick wins Event #92: $50,000 High Roller for $2,037,947 & 1st bracelet 59:25 | Joseph Sanders Claims First Bracelet and $269,530 in Event #90: $1,500 6-Max PLO  1:00:42 | Calvin Anderson wins Event #88: $10,000 8-Game championship for $413,446 and 5th gold bracelet 1:01:04 | Gary Bolden Outlasts the Field to Win Event #91: $3,000 H.O.R.S.E. (8-Handed) for $206,321 and 1st bracelet 1:01:30 | Jeremy Ausmus ties Phil Hellmuth's single series WSOP final table record  1:03:00 | Mike Watson, David Prociak & Mo Nuwwarah take down online bracelets 1:05:45 | UK’s Iaron Lightbourne wins Venetian Event #48: $1,100 Ultimate Stack (377 entries) for $68,929 1:06:09 | Luther Tran wins Venetian Event #54: $1,600 Ultimate Stack for $249,945 1:06:20 | Victor Paredes wins Wynn Summer Classic $1,100 NLH Turbo $100K GTD for $88,214 1:06:31 | Brock Wilson wins Wynn Summer Classic $2,200 NLH $2M GTD for $626,429 1:06:45 | David Coleman Wins WPT Alpha8 Trifecta #3 for $730,300 1:07:37 | Connor’s interviews Shannon Elizabeth on Life Outside Poker Podcast

In the 846th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Kyna England are joined at Level 9 Studio by PokerNews Pennsylvania Ambassador Keith Becker, who served as special co-host to talk about the latest happenings at the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP).

That included a controversial hand from Day 3 that some viewed as an angle and/or scummy, as well as the wild seven-bet bubble hand on Day 4. What two hands could inspire two big stacks to get 120 big blinds all in preflop on the money bubble? Find out here. The trio also take a look at the WSOP Main Event payouts and how they compare to past years, which former Main Event champs lasted the longest, and how both Mo Nuwwarah and Josh Reichard took pre-tournament misfortune and used it as motivation to make a deep run into Day 5.

Chad also shares why he was inspired to turn extra links from his WSOP gold bracelet into a pair of gold earrings, while Keith talks about his life in the Keystone State, which includes a successful Twitch stream. As a matter of fact, he even streamed from the recently completed Global Poker x PokerNews Cup, which crowned a pair of Freeroll Finale Champions.

Finally, hear about recent WSOP gold bracelet winners including Garth Yettick, Carsten Heidemann, Matthew Alsante, and Chance Kornuth, who took down Event #85: $1,000 Flip & Go for his fourth gold bracelet. Hear from Kornuth himself in our winner's interview. Oh, and don't forget your regular $25K Fantasy update.

A new PokerNews Podcast will drop twice weekly during the 2024 WSOP every Tuesday and Friday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:11 | Welcome Keith Becker & Kyna England to the show 00:29 | 2024 WSOP Main Event hits Day 5! 02:00 | Controversial angle/scum hand before Day 3 dinner break 04:40 | Video of controversial hand 06:47 | Bubble bursts on Day 4 – Two big bubble hands 10:26 | Video of the bubble hand & high-card draw 12:37 | A look at the WSOP Main Event payouts 15:11 | Top Main Event payouts over the years 16:35 | Making earrings out of bracelets 21:05 | Former champs who cashed the 2024 WSOP Main Event 22:40 | Others who cashed the Main Event 26:00 | Mo Nuwwarah & Josh Reichard make deep runs after misfortune 30:23 | Chance Kornuth Flips his way to 4th Bracelet in Event #85: $1,000 Flip & Go 32:42 | Winner interview w/ Chance Kornuth 33:11 | Garth Yettick defeats Josh Arieh in $1,500 8-Game Mix for bracelet and $131,061 33:36 | Carsten Heidemann takes down Event #84: $600 Ultra Stack No-Limit Hold’em 34:12 | Matthew Alsante triumphs over pros in $5K 8-Handed No Limit Hold'em ($785,486 34:45 | Get to know PokerNews Pennsylvania Ambassador Keith Becker 36:47 | A look at Keith Becker’s Twitch stream 39:00 | Keith brings a gift to the PokerNews Podcast 40:22 | Global Poker x PokerNews Cup Crown Freeroll Finale Champions 42:25 | $25K Fantasy Update 44:48 | Chad’s latest thrift store poker find

In the 845th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Kyna England are joined at Level 9 Studio by WPT Global's Brad Owen, who served as special co-host to talk about the latest happenings at the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP).

This included the record-setting turnout for the 2024 WSOP Main Event, some of the big names who've fallen and some who are still in contention, and thoughts about Phil Hellmuth's karate-themed entrance. Plus, hear about highlights from Chris "Big Huni" Hunichen's epic 4th of July Party, recent bracelet winners such as Francis Anderson and Aditya Agarwal, and how two poker players were the victims of a vehicle smash-and-grab robbery.

Owen then shares details about the WPT Global Preheat Festival, Dan Sepiol's win in the latest WPT Alpha8 Trifecta, and what's happening with The Lodge Card Room down in Texas. Finally, get an update on where things stand in the $25K Fantasy League, including a bracelet win by Wing Po Liu of Team Lady Gaga (Ren Lin), and a preview of Daniel “Jungleman” Cates on the Life Outside Poker Podcast.

A new PokerNews Podcast will drop twice weekly during the 2024 WSOP every Tuesday and Friday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:10 | Welcome to the show Kyna England & Brad Owen 00:23 | Huge turnout for 2024 WSOP Main Event 06:15 | Former Main Event champs done and dusted 08:18 | What do you think of Phil Hellmuth’s karate entrance? 15:12 | Big Huni’s 4th of July party 18:40 | Francis Anderson wins $800 Independence Day Celebration for $501,040  19:23 | Aditya Agarwal wins Event #82: $1,000 No-Limit Hold'em for $189,661 20:50 | $3 Million Guaranteed Preheat Festival Hits WPT Global from July 12 22:00 | Poker Pro's Car Broken into, Money Stolen in Broad Daylight Outside Las Vegas Restaurant 22:43 | Daniel Sepiol Wins Again! This Time at The Wynn WPT Alpha8 Trifecta 26:07 | What’s happening at The Lodge down in Texas? 29:55 | WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas in December 31:13 | $25K Fantasy Draft Update 32:37 | Wing Po Liu of Team Lady Gaga (Ren Lin) wins second career bracelet 33:17 | Daniel “Jungleman” Cates latest guest on Life Outside Poker Podcast 36:26 | Someone took their bag of chips home

In the 844th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Mike Holtz are joined at Level 9 Studio by commentator and comedian Joe "Stapes" Stapleton, who served as special co-host to talk about the latest happenings at the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP).

That includes the 2024 WSOP Main Event kicking off and not one, but two players busting in the very first hand of Day 1a. Find out how it happened in this episode and how both Chad and Kyna fared when they played. There's also an 'In Memorium' segment remembering those who fell during Day 1a action, who thinks Mike gives the best massages, and a look at the recently-announced Poker Hall of Fame nominees. Who does the panel think should get in and why? You'll hear all about it here.

Finally, Stapes talks about his upcoming comedy show in Las Vegas, David Eldridge gives an interview after winning the $25K PLO High Roller bracelet, and Nick Petrangelo won Wynn Summer Classic Championship for $2,221,775. Check out all of those stories and more in the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast!

A new [I]PokerNews[/I] Podcast will drop twice weekly during the 2024 WSOP every Tuesday and Friday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:15 | Mike Holtz & Joe “Stapes” Stapleton in the house 00:25 | Two players bust in first hand of 2024 WSOP Main Event 04:34 | TJ Darroch talks about his bustout hand 07:00 | Chad bags a baby stack; looking to pull an Espen Jorstad 09:05 | Remembering the WOSP Main Event Day 1a fallen 11:05 | Mike apparently gives the best massages 12:40 | Poker Hall of Fame nominees are out 16:40 | Advocating for Isai Scheinberg 23:40 | Stapes comedy show on July 5 26:38 | Runner-Up No More: Shiina Okamoto Wins Ladies' Event 27:42 | Martin Alcaide wins Event #70: $400 Colossus for $501,250 29:47 | David Eldridge wins 2nd bracelet in $25k PLO High Roller for $2,246,728 30:33 | Winner interview with David Eldridge 32:12 | Daniele Primerano wins Venetian Event #44 $1,600 NLH UltimateStack for $183,474 32:33 | Nick Petrangelo wins Wynn Summer Classic Championship for $2,221,775

In the 843rd episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Kyna England are joined at Level 9 Studio by Joey Ingram, who served as special co-host to talk about the latest happenings at the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) as well as his new partnership with GTO Wizard.

The biggest story is that of Scott Seiver, who captured his third bracelet of the summer and became just the seventh player in history to win three bracelets in the same year. Could he make history by becoming the only player to win four? He has two more weeks to do it. Despite winning three bracelets, you might be surprised to learn that Seiver is far from a lock to win the 2024 WSOP Player of the Year; in fact, Jeremy Ausmus, who hasn't won a bracelet this summer, isn't too far behind in points thanks to a bevy of final table appearances. Would a non-bracelet winner winning POY over a three-time winner cause a controversy? The crew discusses that very possibility.

Chad then shares pictures and videos from the exclusive Global Poker party that took place at PokerGO Studio on Sunday night, while Ingram opens up about all things GTO Wizard. As usual, you'll also get your dose of other WSOP bracelet winners and a $25K Fantasy update. Oh, and did we mention talk about Daniel Negreanu, Nick Schulman, and Phil Ivey? Because that's all in there too. A new PokerNews Podcast will drop twice weekly during the 2024 WSOP every Tuesday and Friday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:10 | Sponsor: GTO Wizard 00:20 | Joey Ingram in the house 00:48 | Scott Seiver captures 3rd gold bracelet in the 2024 WSOP 03:20 | Should Jeremy Ausmus win POY without winning a bracelet when Seiver has won three? 06:20 | Players who’ve won three bracelets in a single WSOP in Las Vegas 08:00 | Nick Schulman vs. Scott Seiver for Poker Hall of Fame 12:03 | Daniel Negreanu wins bracelet No. 7 15:45 | Winner interview with Scott Seiver 18:05 | Global Poker Party at PokerGO Studio 19:55 | Chad’s bustout hand 20:16 | Kyle Anderson’s bustout hand 22:01 | Dave “todaysfreak” Haines from Utah won PN GC event while at the studio 23:56 | Celebrating Dave “todaysfreak” Haines at the party 25:25 | Joey Ingram talks about partnership with GTO Wizard 33:15 | PokerNews is working with GTO Wizard! 35:51 | Hector Berry wins Event #62: $600 PokerNews Deepstack Championship for $282,876 37:25 | Video highlights from the PokerNews Deepstack Championship 43:50 | Mark Checkwicz wins $5,000 Seniors High Roller for $573,876 44:29 | Fun final hand in the Seniors High Roller 49:20 | Elie Nakache takes down $10K PLO Championship for $1,320,945 50:37 | Ben Collins wins Event #67: $500 Salute to Warriors for $207,486  51:00 | Colin Robinson victorious in Event #68: $2,500 NLH for $667,963 51:35 | Nikolay Fal battles to bracelet in Event #69: Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo for $153,730 53:02 | Tyler Todt latest guest on Life Outside Poker Podcast 57:00 | $25K Fantasy update 58:10 | Phil Ivey having a good summer

In the 842nd episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Connor Richards come straight to you from the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) at Horseshoe Las Vegas for an emergency episode to discuss Daniel Negreanu's big win in the $50,000 Poker Players Championship for $1,178,703 and his seventh gold bracelet. It also marked the end of a 10-year bracelet drought for Negreanu, and his first bracelet in Las Vegas since 2008. 

Learn who Negreanu joined in an exclusive club of players who've won bracelets at Binion's Horseshoe, the Rio, and Horseshoe Las Vegas, and just what the atmosphere was like when Negreanu battled Bryce Yockey heads up. See some of the hands that made a big difference, who was on Negreanu's rail, and hear just how emotional "Kid Poker" got after the win.

You'll also want to see how Argentina’s Franco Spitale defied the odds in the final hand to win the Milly Maker for $1.25M, as well as the ensuing wild celebration with his friends and fellow countrymen.

Finally, hear about other recent gold bracelet winners such as Christopher Moen, Paolo Boi, David Funkhouser, and Sean Jazayeri, while also learning how you can win a signed winner's photo of Daniel Negreanu in our latest PokerNews Podcast giveaway.

A new PokerNews Podcast will drop twice weekly during the 2024 WSOP every Tuesday and Friday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:15 | Coming to you from the Horseshoe 00:35 | Daniel Negreanu finally claims bracelet No. 7 01:05 | Is the 2024 WSOP among the all-time best? 01:42 | 2024 $50K PPC attracts 89 runners 02:05 | Negreanu’s first bracelet in 10+ years 02:35 | Wild atmosphere at the final table 03:59 | Daniel Negreanu winner interview 07:54 | Bryce Yockey’s bad luck continues 08:18 | Negreanu’s runner-runner straight flush 11:23 | Daniel Negreanu flips the script heads up 15:00 | Bryce Yockey a class act; does he deserve POY? 10:54 | WSOP POY standings 16:50 | Drea Renee interviews an emotional Negreanu 18:30 | Wife Amanda Negreanu there to celebrate the win 19:52 | A look at Negreanu’s seven bracelets 20:28 | What players have won a WSOP bracelet at Binion’s Horseshoe, Rio, and the new Horseshoe? 21:35 | What else would you like to see at the 2024 WSOP? 23:04 | Argentina’s Franco Spitale wins Milly Maker for $1.25M 25:15 | Wild final hand to close out Milly Maker 30:50 | How one hand can result in lifelong trauma 33:20 | Winner interview with Franco Spitale 35:38 | Christopher Moen wins Event #64: $600 No-Limit Deepstack 35:55 | Paolo Boi wins Event #60: $3,000 No-Limit Hold'em for $676,900 36:15 | David Funkhouser wins Event #63: $1,500 No-Limit 2-7 Lowball for $123K 36:37 |Sean Jazayeri wins Event #59: $1,000 Super Seniors for $368K 38:38 | Signed Daniel Negreanu winner photo giveaway 39:35 | Check out the Life Outside Poker Podcast

In the 841st episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Kyna England are joined by bracelet winner and philanthropist Gershon Distenfeld at Level 9 in Las Vegas to talk about latest from the 0024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) including which old-school poker legend, who hadn't played a serious hand of poker in nine long years, made a surprise appearance in the $10,000 Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) event. You'll have to either listen or watch to learn who it was!

The crew then discusses what actors they'd like to see portray Doyle Brunson in a potential movie, what it was like playing in the WSOP $600 PokerNews Deepstack Championship, and take a look ahead to the upcoming Charity Series of Poker (CSOP) event on July 3 with actress Shannon Elizabeth.

Distenfeld then talks about what it was like to win a WSOP gold bracelet and donate the $204K prize to charity, his professional life in the financial world, and what motivates him in life and poker. You'll also hear about Dario Sammartino, who finished runner-up in the 2019 WSOP Main Event, finally getting his first bracelet.

Plus, get your $25K Fantasy update and learn about winners from other Vegas properties including Golden Nugget, Wynn, and Venetian. They include Lindsey Kludt, Brock Wilson, Florian Duta, and Ori Hasson, among others.

A new PokerNews Podcast will drop twice weekly during the 2024 WSOP every Tuesday and Friday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:16 | Gershon Distenfeld & Kyna England join the show 00:57 | Poker pro returns to WSOP after nine-year absence 03:43 | Interview w/ Justin “Boosted J” Smith 07:40 | Producing a Doyle Brunson movie 09:30 | Who would you like to see play Doyle Brunson in a movie? 11:13 | The 2024 WSOP $600 PokerNews Deepstacks Championship a big hit 13:57 | Michael Beattie wins his way into PD Deepstacks Championship 14:09 | Interview w/ Michael Beattie 15:30 | Gershon Distenfeld wins bracelet and donates all winnings to charity 17:05 | Charity Series of Poker (CSOP) Event July 3 with Shannon Elizabeth 17:40 | The philanthropic side of Gershon Distenfeld 21:30 | Wearing his WSOP gold bracelet 23:10 | Working in the world of finance 23:39 | Gershon on Bloomberg TV 25:55 | $5K Seniors High Roller draws big field 27:27 | Advocating for winners to give 1% to charity 28:20 | Mostafa Haidary wins Event #52: $5,000 6-Handed NLH for $656,747 28:45 | Dario Sammartino wins First Bracelet in Event #61 29:37 | Lindsey Kludt ships Golden Nugget event for $153K 31:50 | Brock Wilson wins WPT Alpha 8 32:10 | Florian Duta wins Venetian $1,600 NLH UltimateStack for $138,440 32:24 | Estonia’s Henri Kasper wins Venetian $1,100 Seniors for $85,517 32:38 | Michael Brinkenhoff wins Venetian $1,600 NLH Seniors for $161,941 34:27 | Ori Hasson wins Wynn Summer Classic $2,200 Mystery Bounty for more than $800K 34:43 | Video of Ori Hasson bounty draws 35:38 | Kyle Knecht wins Wynn Summer Classic $3,000 PLO PKO  36:05 | $25K Fantasy Update 38:08 | PokerNews Cup on Global Poker 39:00 | How to get more women into poker 42:50 | Will the WSOP Main Event set a new record?

In the 840th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway is joined by Kyle Anderson and Connor Richards at Level 9 in Las Vegas and talk about the latest from the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) and about the highly-entertaining Hustler Casino Live (HCL) 'Legends of the Felt' live-streamed cash game.

Highlights include a cooler flop between the NBA's Jimmy Butler and Brazilian footballer Neymar Jr., professional streamer Richard Tyler Blevins (AKA Ninja) slow-rolling boxer Ryan Garcia, and an insane hand involving Neymar Jr. and Alan Keating that saw more than $300K change hands after the river was run out an astounding eight times! You have to believe it to see it.

Meanwhile, the WSOP rolled on by crowning a plethora of bracelet winnings including Chris "Big Huni" Hunichen, who not only won the $100K High Roller but went on to nearly take down the $250K Super High Roller in a week most players can only dream of. Speaking of that SHR, Santhosh Suvarna defeated Ben Tollerene to take down that tournament for $5,415,152 and his second gold bracelet.

Other bracelet winners discussed include Chris Vitch, Maksim Pisarenko, Frank Funaro, and Yuri Dzivielevski, among others. Plus, get your $25K Fantasy update, gear up for the WSOP $600 PokerNews Deepstack Championship, and hear the hosts make their picks for a $20 last longer in the $50,000 Poker Players Championship!

A new PokerNews Podcast will drop twice weekly during the 2024 WSOP every Tuesday and Friday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:21 | Hustler Casino Live (HCL) Legends of the Felt 02:48 | Jimmy Butler vs. Neymar Jr. in big hand 09:18 | Ninja slowrolls Ryan Garcia 13:06 | Is Ryan Garcia headed to the UFC? 16:30 | Alan Keating & Neymar Jr. run the river eight times! 25:30 | Who would you like to see on the next stream? 27:43 | Chris “Big Huni” Hunichen claims first bracelet 30:05 | Winner interview w/ Chris Hunichen 30:30 | Santhosh Suvarna wins $250K Super High Roller for $5,415,152 35:51 | Winner interview w/ Santhosh Suvarna 36:45 | Chris Vitch captures third bracelet 37:09 | Maksim Pisarenko wins $10,000 H.O.R.S.E. Championship 37:45 | Pedro Neves wins WSOP Monster Stack for $1.1 million 39:21 | Erlend Melsom wins Event #49: $3,000 NLH Freezeout  39:46 | George Alexander’s dream comes true in $10,000 Razz Championship 40:44 | Peter Park wins Event #51: $1,500 Super Turbo Bounty for $240,724 41:07 | Patrick Moulder claims $2,500 Mixed Triple Draw bracelet 42:35 | Frank Funaro wins 2nd bracelet in Event #57: $10,000 Super Turbo Bounty 44:00 | Brazil’s Yuri Dzivielevski wins $3,000 9-Game Mix for 5th gold bracelet 44:35 | Khang Pham wins Seniors Championship for $677k 45:28 | $25K Fantasy Update 47:23 | $50,000 Poker Players Championship last longer bet 50:10 | The WSOP PokerNews $600 Deepstacks Championship has arrived!

In the 839th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, host Chad Holloway is joined by Kyle Anderson and Connor Richards at Level 9 in Las Vegas and talk about the latest from the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) and about town, including the much-talked-about 15-way chop in the Wynn Summer Classic Ladies Event. 

Speaking of ladies, one was kicked out of a WSOP tournament as seen in a viral clip circulated on social media, but Phil Hellmuth wasn't around to see it as he took a break to head north to Montana for a family wedding. However, he soon returned to Las Vegas and immediately made a run at bracelet No. 18. 

Speaking of bracelet runs, the son of 2005 WSOP Main Event Joe Hachem nearly followed in his father's footsteps by capturing WSOP gold. While he fell one spot short, Daniel Hachem's run is still one of the most heart-warming stories of the 2024 WSOP thus far. Plus, learn about recent bracelet winners such as James Obst and Magnus Edengren, the "Studs & Duds" from the $25K Fantasy league, and remembering bracelet winner Matthew Parry, who unexpectedly passed away this week.

Finally, Chad wrote a poker history piece involving David Sklansky, who is looking to sell a pair of rare 1982 WSOP gold watches and a look ahead to next week's $600 PokerNews Deepstacks Championship bracelet event.

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:40 | 15-way chop in the Wynn Ladies Event 07:00 | Lady kicked out of WSOP event 14:15 | Player goes crazy on craps table 16:30 | Phil Hellmuth leaves WSOP for Montana wedding 18:30 | Hellmuth makes a run at bracelet No. 18 21:12 | Daniel Negreanu running into pocket aces 26:20 | Joe Hachem’s son Daniel Hachem nearly wins a bracelet 29:17 | Recent WSOP bracelet winners 31:13 | $25K Fantasy Update 34:17 | David Sklansky looking to sell rare 1982 WSOP gold watches 39:47 | Remembering Matthew Parry 44:00 | 2024 WSOP $600 PokerNews Deepstacks Championship is near!

In the 838th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway is joined by Kyna England and Connor Richards at Level 9 in Las Vegas and talk about the latest from the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP)!

That includes Phil Ivey winning his 11th bracelet and first in a decade, UFC announcer Bruce Buffer making a deep run in the $50,000 High Roller, and Scott Seiver claiming a second bracelet this summer, which not only gave him a nice lead in the race for Player of the Year (POY) but also extended the streak of a multiple WSOP bracelet winner to 25 years!

Also, hear about Sergio Aido's victory in the aforementioned $50K High Roller, Antonio Galiana executing a five-bet river bluff some are already saying is the hand of the year and an update on the $25K Fantasy poker league. Finally, the second-ever PokerNews Cup on Global Poker is underway (it runs June 17-July 7) and the WSOP PokerNews Deepstacks Championship is right around the corner (June 25-28).

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:10 | Connor Richards & Kyna England in the house 00:22 | Phil Ivey wins his 11th gold bracelet 02:12 | Phil Ivey winner interview 06:06 | UFC’s Bruce Buffer makes deep run in $50K High Roller 07:43 | Bruce Buffer gives Day 3 “Shuffle up and deal 09:06 | Bruce Buffer takes pics with fans 10:00 | Bruce Buffer on ‘Life Outside Poker’ podcast 11:12 | Sergio Aido wins $50K High Roller for $2 million 12:38 | Scott Seiver captures second bracelet at 2024 WSOP 13:25 | Current WSOP POY standings 16:22 | Hand of the Year? 5-Bet bluff by Antonio Galiana 20:04 | Antonio Galiana dirty laundry surfaces post-victory 22:34 | Second-ever PokerNews Cup on Global Poker runs June 17-July 7 23:30 | $25K Fantasy league update 25:18 | PokerNews Deepstacks Championship June 25-28

In the 837th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway is joined by Johnnie Vibes and PokerNews Ontario Ambassador Kyle Anderson at Level 9 in Las Vegas and talk about the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP)!

Not only do they discuss the controversial shorted-pot hand from the Gladiators of Poker involving Men Nguyen, but Chad actually chatted briefly with "The Master" about it. That led to a larger conversation about Men "The Master" Nguyen's reputation and legacy within the poker world, and in turn to a discussion on fact versus fiction.

From there, Anderson talks a bit about his ambassador duties for Ontario, and then talks about being put in the spotlight by Phil Hellmuth, which inspired Johnnie Vibes to chime in with his desire to be scolded by the "Poker Brat." Speaking of Vibes, he shared the details behind how the chip stack of Adrian Mateos went missing after a break in the $2,500 Freezeout, and then the crew dive headfirst into Nick Schulman winning the $25,000 High Roller for his fifth WSOP gold bracelet. Is he destined for the Poker Hall of Fame next year over Scott Seiver? It's a coin flip according to the panel.

The crew highlights a handful of other WSOP bracelet winners from the past few days, and the preview the Phil Ivey vs. Jason Mercier vs. Danny Wong finale in the $10,000 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw event. Finally, get an update on the $25K Fantasy league and learn who won the BetMGM Poker Championship for $613,914!

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:13 | Welcome Johnnie Vibes & Kyle Anderson 00:50 | Shorted pot in Gladiators of Poker 04:42 | Videos of the controversial hand 12:10 | Men Nguyen’s history 15:20 | Chad’s article series of Men Nguyen 15:54 | Was Men Nguyen kicked out of Foxwoods over chips? 21:53 | Men “The Master” Nguyen addresses controversial hand 23:16 | Kyle Anderson is the PokerNews Ambassador for Ontario 24:59 | Clip from Kyle Anderson’s Twitch stream 24:45 | Kyle put in the spotlight by Phil Hellmuth 28:14 | Johnnie Vibes wants the Poker Brat berating 30:06 | Phil Hellmuth blows up at 2024 WSOP 31:08 | Johnnie Vibes blocked by Hellmuth 32:03 | Stack goes missing in $2,500 Freezeout 35:13 | Recent 2024 WSOP bracelet winners 35:23 | Nick Schulman wins 5th gold bracelet 40:15 | Scott Seiver or Nick Shulman for Poker Hall of Fame? 43:18 | Stephen Winters defeats 20,647 entries to win $300 Gladiators of Poker 44:59 | Alen Bakovic wins Event #30 $600NLHE/PLO Title 45:29 | Daniel Vampan Claims wins Event #25: $3,000 Limit Hold'em 6-Max for $148,635 46:09 | Michael Christ victorious in Event #27: $1,500 Big O 47:36 | Poker beginner Evan Benton Claims wins Event #28: $1,500 Freezeout NLH For $412,484 47:53 | Phil Ivey vs. Jason Mercier vs. Danny Wong for gold bracelet 49:45 | The many looks of Jason Mercier 41:18 | Daniel Maor wins BetMGM Poker Championship for $613,914 55:23 | $25K Fantasy update

In the 836th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Mike Holtz welcome a special fill-in cohost in Frankie Cucchiara (AKA Frankie C) of Next Gen Poker. The popular content creator took a break from filming his poker exploits, as well as time away from his wife and newborn sun, to come down to Level 9 in Las Vegas and talk about the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP)!

Speaking of which, it was there Holtz says that he experienced a marked card situation, while one of the week's hot topics was the issue of late registration in big buy-in tournaments at the WSOP. Find out what happened and how officials are addressing concerns. You'll also hear about Frankie's new summer challenge to play 100 straight days of poker, recent bracelet winners like Robert Mizrachi, Dylan Weisman, and John Racener, and other winners from about town at venues like Wynn and Venetian.

Plus, hear about the $25,000 High Roller won by Brek Schutten for $1,405,641. It was in that event that Phil Ivey lost a three-way all in, while third-place finisher Michael Rocco gave an emotional post-elimination interview. Oh, and don't forget about WPT World Champion Dan Sepiol, who managed to claim his first bracelet and continue his rapid ascent among poker's elite.

Finally, get an update on the $25K Fantasy league and learn a bit about the popular PokerNews Daily Deepstacks which have been crowning big winners and awarding hefty paydays!

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:10 | Frankie C filling in as co-host 00:25 | Did Mike Holtz run across marked cards? 07:05 | WSOP address late registration concerns 11:07 | Benefits of max late regging 13:02 | Chris Brewer’s thoughts 13:50 | Signing up for the WSOP kiosks 15:04 | Frankie’s summer challenge 17:26 | Frankie on becoming a father 18:22 | A sneak peek at Frankie’s summer shorts 20:42 | Robert Mizrachi wins $10,000 Dealer's Choice Championship for $333,045 21:25 | Winner interview with Robert Mizrachi 23:10 | TJ Murphy Dominates wins Event #17: $800 No-Limit Hold'em DeepStack 23:45 | Vegas Barbie comes to support her man 25:45 | Caleb Furth wins Event #15: $1,500 Pot-Limit Omaha 8 or Better for $265,361 27:00 | Brent Hart wins Event #16: $5,000 No-Limit Hold’em for $660,284 27:43 | Dylan Weisman earns second bracelet in Event #18: $1,500 PLO for $294,311 29:20 | John Racener wins Event #19: $10,000 Limit Hold'em Championship for $308,930 30:30 | Brek Schutten wins WSOP $25,000 High Roller for $1,405,641 31:40 | Michael Rocco’s raw and emotional bustout in third place 35:17 | Phil Ivey’s bust out from the $25K High Roller 36:00 | Mike gets to play with Phil Ivey & Ben Lamb 39:00 | AJ Cummings wins Event #22: $1,500 Limit 2-7 Lowball Triple Draw for $146,516 39:45 | Daniel Sepiol Wins Event #23: $1,500 Shootout No Limit Hold'em for $305,849 42:46 | Sean Troha wins Event #24: $10,000 PLO Hi-Lo 8 or Better Championship for $536,713 45:15 | Winners from Venetian & Wynn 48:14 | $25K Fantasy Update 51:49 | PokerNews Daily Deepstacks 

In the 835th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway is joined by poker pros Shaun Deeb and Josh Arieh, who fill in as special co-hosts at Level 9 in Las Vegas where the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) is happening now! 

Hear about how Fortnite helped them form Team Lucky alongside Matt Glantz and reigning WSOP Main Event champ Daniel Weinman, Arieh's Poker Stake venture, and their thoughts on the Poker Hall of Fame, including Scott Seiver's chances of getting in after he recently won his fifth gold bracelet. They also weigh in on two hot topics from this week in poker -- whether or not phones, spurred by solver software debates, and excessive masking should be allowed at poker tables.

Speaking of gold, Malcolm Trayner captured his first WSOP bracelet in Event #5: $1,000 Mystery Millions for $1,000,000, while two other players scored million-dollar bounties. Unfortunately, their reactions were a bit subdued, much to the dismay of many in the poker community. That said, two other players had boisterous celebrations when they pulled six-figure bounties. See them all in the latest episode, as well as a winner interview from Trayner.

Finally, learn about other bracelet winners such as David Prociak and Simeon Spasov, get an update on the $25K Fantasy league, and see Jack Binion walk the halls of the Horseshoe and reminisce about 55 years of the WSOP!

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:04 | Welcome to the show 00:34 | What is Team Lucky? 03:28 | Appreciating the concept of luck 05:15 | Big bet on Glantz & Arieh winning their first Fotrnite game 07:06 | Hot Topic Debate – Phones & Masks at the table 14:51 | Arieh on benefits of Poker Stake 16:45 | How do you feel about masks & accessories at the table 20:36 | Malcolm Trayner wins $1,000 Mystery Millions for $1,000,000 22:00 | Lackluster reactions to $1,000,000 bounty draws 25:07 | Big reactions to six-figure bounty pulls! 26:48 | Scott Seiver wins Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better Championship for $426,744 & 5th bracelet 27:19 | Scott Seiver for the Poker Hall of Fame? 31:11 | Shaun Deeb retiring? 34:09 | David Prociak wins $1,500 Badugi for 2nd gold bracelet 34:35 | France’s Thibault Perissat wins $1,000 Super Bounty Turbo for $197,308 35:23 | Simeon Spasov wins $1,500 6-Handed NLH to for $439,815 & 2nd bracelet 36:20 | $25K Fantasy update 39:56 | Jack Binion visits Horseshoe for WSOP 44:02 | Sarah Runner’s Hendon Mob profile

In the 834th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Kyna England, and Connor Richards come to you from Level 9 in Las Vegas where the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) is happening now! 

The trio recap the big winners and losers from the Hustler Casino Live (HCL) $1,000,000 Cash Game, show two big hands including a $2.4 million pot and a player mucking the winner in a $534K pot, and share why Alan Keating is good for the game. Plus, Garrett Adelstein sent out a controversial tweet calling out HCL's Ryan Feldman, which spurred both Tom Dwan and Doug Polk to chime in.

Other stories discussed include James Mackey prevailing the WPT Choctaw final table for his second WPT title, Joe Cada & Johnny Chan appearing at a charity event, the legend of John Smith in the $25,000 Heads-Up Championship, and an update on the $25K Fantasy league.

Finally, hear about all the gold bracelet winners thus far from the 2024 WSOP including John Hennigan, who became just the ninth player in history to win seven or more bracelets. Other winners covered include Asher Conniff, Bryce Yockey, Nick Guagenti, and Darius Samual, among others.

If you're looking for all the latest from the world of poker, this episode is for you!

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:03 | Welcome to the show 00:32 | Big winners & losers from the Hustler Casino Live (HCL) $1,000,000 Cash Game 01:58 | HCL $1M Cash Game results 03:28 | Thomas mucks winner in $543K pot 06:45 | Alan Keating vs. Rahul in $2.4 million pot 11:22 | Garrett Adelstein stirs the pot; Tom Dwan & Doug Polk chime in 15:26 | James Mackey wins WPT Choctaw 18:04 | All eyes on 2024 WSOP! 18:21 | Asher Conniff captures first gold bracelet 19:20 | John Hennigan captures his 7th gold bracelet 20:32 | Winner interview w/ John Hennigan 23:25 | Bryce Yockey & Nick Guagenti capture bracelets 26:00 | Darius Samual wins $25K Heads-Up Championship 27:36 | Teaser – Life Outside Poker w/ Faraz Jaka 30:17 | The Legend of John Smith 31:26 | Other 2024 WSOP bracelet winners 33:30 | $25K Fantasy update 37:00 | One Step Closer Foundation “All in for CP” Charity Event 37:53 | Interview w/ Johnny Chan at a charity event 38:55 | Joe Cada takes down charity even

In the 833rd episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Kyna England, and Mike Holtz come to you from Level 9 in Las Vegas where the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) is officially underway! Find out about the first few days of the 2024 WSOP, including how Kyna and Mike got some backlash for playing in the Casino Employees event, the same tournament Chad won back in 2013!

The crew also looks at some big hands -- including a wild bluff by "Texas Mike" Moncek and Doug Polk losing trips over trips -- from the Hustler Casino Live (HCL) $1,000,000 Cash Game, recap Josh Reichard's big win in the World Poker Tour (WPT) Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown, and results from Daniel Negreanu's $25,000 Fantasy Draft.

As for the 2024 WSOP, it kicked off with Event #1: $5,000 Champions Reunion in which 22 former Main Event champs competed including "Action" Dan Harrington, who hadn't cashed a WSOP event in a decade. Surprisingly, he didn't even know about the tournament and only learned of it when he was in Las Vegas for another reason. Find out that story and some of the other former champs who competed in the first event of the summer!

Finally, Robin Poker tours this year's new PokerNews Daily DeepStacks tournament area.

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Hustler Casino Live (HCL) $1,000,000 Cash Game 01:11 | “Texas Mike” Moncek making  01:41 | Texas Mike pays homage to Doyle Brunson with big bluff 05:18 | Doug Polk losses trips over trips 09:07 | Winners thus far in the HCL $1M Cash Game 10:22 | Josh Reichard wins WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown 15:00 | 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) is underway 15:22 | Mike & Kyna play Casino Employee Event 15:36 | Allen Kessler calls out Mike & Kyna 27:11 | Daniel Negreanu’s $25K Fantasy Draft 32:34 | Daniel Negreanu’s vlogs return; look inside the $25K Fantasy Draft 34:45 | WSOP kicks off with $5,000 Champions Reunion – Main Event winners return! 35:50 | Dan Harrington cashes WSOP event for first time in a decade 36:45 | Johnny Chan eliminates Chris Moneymaker 38:00 | Kyna’s yearbook connection to John Cynn 39:50 | 1990s WSOP Main Event champs compete 40:12 | Qui Nguyen last champ standing 43:49 | Robin Poker gives tour of PokerNews Daily DeepStacks 45:05 | Kyna & Mike’s upcoming plans for the WSOP 45:30 | Mike’s thoughts on the recent software and player pool WSOP.com changes

In the 832nd episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway welcomes Daniel Negreanu and David "ODB" Baker to Level 9 Studios in Las Vegas to talk all things fantasy poker. That includes Negreanu's 2024 World Series of Poekr (WSOP) $25K Fantasy, which will host its annual draft at (5 p.m. PT on Monday, May 27) as well as ODB's $500 buy-in counterpart open to anyone at 25KFantasy.com willing to pay the entry fee.

The trio dives into the history of the draft, which started back in 2011 at Howard Lederer's house, and how it has changed over the years ultimately resulting in a record 20 teams last year! Learn why online events have been struck from consideration, why ODB decided to launch his $500 league and see both winners from past drafts and the league's all-time point earners.

Negreanu and ODB then offer their thoughts on potential draftees including Josh Arieh, Bin Weng, Kristen Foxen, Jeremy Becker, Phil Ivey, and reigning WSOP Main Event champ Daniel Weinman. Finally, hear whether or not the two poker pros think this year's WSOP Main Event will set a new attendance record.

You don't want to miss this one!

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:15 | Daniel Negreanu & David Baker join the show 01:41 | Howard Lederer started the $25K Fantasy in 2011 03:20 | Sense of pride when being drafted 05:17 | Start of ODB $500 League 07:05 | Adding bonus players 08:55 | New $25K Fantasy implications coming to PokerNews Live Updates 10:16 | Excluding online events 13:07 | History of the $25K Fantasy League 17:45 | Former champ Maria Ho on $25K Fantasy 19:10 | Top point performers of all time 20:45 | Boom or Bust? – Daniel Weinman  24:12 | Boom or Bust? – Josh Arieh 24:55 | Josh Arieh for Poker Hall of Fame? 25:50 | Boom or Bust? – Bin Weng 28:13 | Boom or Bust? – Kristin Foxen 30:12 | Boom or Bust? – Adrian Mateos 31:09 | Boom or Bust? – Jeremy Becker 35:25 | Boom or Bust? – Phil Ivey 38:02 | Do you think the WSOP Main Event will set a new record?

In the 831st episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by PokerStars, Chad Holloway and Kyna England are joined by Nikki Limo, who is filling in for Mike Holtz, at Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas to talk about her time as the Loose Cannon on the PokerStars Big Game. The first two episodes recently dropped featuring Limo squaring off against Phil Hellmuth, Alex Keating, Arden Cho, Lex Veldhuis, and Jennifer Tilly.

Limo discusses how she got cast for the show, what happened when she played "Two Truths and a Bluff," and then Kyna & Chad surprise her by offering up some bluffs of their own. Limo also delves into a big hand that she played against the "Poker Brat" that went poker viral.

The crew then talk about the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) being less than a week away, and took a look at some of the "Best Without a Bracelet" including Maria Ho, Seth Davies, and Bin Weng, just to name a few. Plus, will Phil Ivey be at the 2024 WSOP? Find out what the hosts think in this episode.

From there, they take a look at Jessica Vierling winning the WSOP Commerce $1,700 Main Event for $328,273, plus all the big winners from the Triton Montenegro including Mike Watson, Igor Yaroshevskyy, Adrian Mateos, and Mikalai Vaskaboinikau, who all won seven-figure scores!

Finally, Kyna and Nikki play a game of #PokerThrift in which they have to guess whether or not Chad bought some random poker items he found in secondhand stores in Las Vegas.

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:05 | Welcome to the show 00:15 | Nikki Limo filling in for Mike Holtz 01:00 | Nikki being PokerStars the Big Game’s Loose Cannon 03:18 | The power of the fuzzy hat 04:47 | Getting selected for the Big Game 08:25 | Playing against a tough but fun lineup 09:01 | Two Truths & a Bluff 12:25 | Playing Two Truths & a Bluff with Nikki Limo 15:58 | Nikki goes head-to-head again Phil Hellmuth 20:47 | Sponsor: PokerStars 21:00 | The 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) is a week away 22:00 | EDC shenanigans 23:04 | WSOP Circuit Commerce & Tournament of Champions 23:20 | Jessica Vierling wins WSOP Commerce $1,700 Main Event for $328,273 25:00 | Best without a WSOP gold bracelet 30:48 | Preview of Life Outside Poker with Raminder Singh 33:28 | Triton Montenegro winners – Mike Watson, Igor Yaroshevskyy, Adrian Mateos & Mikalai Vaskaboinikau 38:56 | Will Phil Ivey be at the 2024 WSOP? 42:15 | Plans for the $25K Fantasy Draft 44:27 | #PokerThrift – Did Chad buy it?[/TABLE]

In the 830th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by 888poker, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Kyna England are at Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas to talk about Chris Moneymaker winning the Triton Super High Roller Series Montenegro Event #1: $25,000 NLH for a huge $903K score. 

They then show and talk about Arden Cho getting felted four times in five hands on Hustler Casino Live (HCL) and Phil Hellmuth celebrating his 60th birthday two months early in Las Vegas with his "Billionaire Bestie Bash". Several big names made appearances including NBA star Draymond Green and world conqueror Elon Musk. Hellmuth shares various clips from his birthday festivities, which you can watch in this new episode.

From there, the crew talk about a jam-packed weekend of tournament action that may have been too busy resulting in two massive overlays at The Lodge in Texas and Borgata in Atlantic City. Meanwhile, Maurice Hawkins returns as a controversial topic on the PokerNews Podcast as he shipped the WSOP Circuit Harrah's Cherokee Main Event for $259K and his 16th gold ring. Is this in opportunity for the vilified Hawkins to do right and settle the court judgment against him? 

Other winners highlighted included Jonathan Wang taking down the RGPS Graton for $86K, and Lex Veldhuis winning his first-ever COOP title when he won SCOOP 41-H: $5,200 NLHE Titans for $140K. What's more, he did it while streaming the action. See his moment of victory here. Finally, May 14 marked the first anniversary of Doyle Brunson's passing. Chad shares some stories about "Texas Dolly," including the time he played beer pong, and then reviews the audiobook version of Brunson's autobiography The Godfather of Poker.

Oh, and you'll have a chance to win a copy of that audiobook simply by listening/watching the podcast on YouTube and leaving a comment. We'll randomly select a winner before next week's show.

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:06 | Welcome to the show 00:18 | Chris Moneymaker wins Triton Super High Roller Series Montenegro Event #1: $25K for $903K 04:41 | Triton Poker clip of Moneymaker’s winning hand 06:55 | Brian Kim a super stud 07:28 | Actress Arden Cho good for poker 10:53 | Arden Cho felted four times in five hands on Hustler Casino Live 14:50 | Phil Hellmuth celebrates 60th birthday two months early 16:32 | Mike’s gripe with Hellmuth 19:30 | Clips from Hellmuth’s “Billionaire Besties Birthday Bash” 24:03 | Sponsor: 888poker – XL Spring Series underway 24:40 | The Lodge & Borgata miss big guarantees on busy weekend 25:58 | Did Mother’s Day make a difference? 28:30 | Borgata Spring Poker Open misses by $250K 29:22 | Doug Polk takes it in stride 32:35 | The feeling of winning Player of the Year 34:56 | Maurice Hawkins wins 16th WSOP Circuit ring – opportunity to do right? 41:20 | Lex Velduis wins first COOP title for $140K 42:06 | Video of Lex Veldhuis winning his SCOOP title on stream 43:00 | Christina Gollins wins $600 NLH event at WSOPC Commerce for $105K 45:24 | Jonathan Wang wins RGPS Graton Casino for $86K 47:00 | Debating different price points 49:31 | One year anniversary of Doyle Brunson’s passing 50:24 | “The Godfather of Poker” audiobook 51:18 | Chad’s first time meeting Doyle Brunson, who played beer pong 52:57 | Kyna played with Doyle in her first WSOP Main Event 54:22 | Win an audiobook copy of Doyle Brunson’s “The Godfather of Poker” 55:00 | The WSOP is upon us 55:49 | Two shows of the PokerNews Podcast per week during the WSOP 56:23 | Get well wishes to Clyde Gaskins, Kevmath, and Bob Smith

In the 829th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by PokerStars, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Kyna England are back at Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas to talk about Doug Polk being denied a new poker room in Texas. Check out some highlights and clips from a city council meeting in which Polk went to the podium to plead his case. While some respected what he had to say, some poker players like Chris "Big Huni" Hunichen and Matt Waxman were critical of his motives.

Speaking of Polk, he indicated he might be available to participate in Hustler Casino Live's (HCL) $1,000,000 Cash Game at the end of the month after Ethan "Rampage" Yau dropped out. The latter, who has been on a downswing and recently admitted to shedding tears over a $550K loss, caught some flack for pulling out after asking fans to buy pieces and was the subject of a negative video released by Alex Duvall. Find out what the crew thinks about Rampage's current predicament, including a World Series of Poker (WSOP) challenge issued by Holtz.

Also, learn about Sofie Dossi contorting herself at the Celebrity Poker Tour Invitational III, which was won by Katie Thurston for $20,000, as well as hearing from PokerNews Ambassadors Keith Becker (Pennsylvania) and Kyle Anderson (Ontario). Finally, the crew remembers two-time bracelet winner & music icon Steve Albini, who unexpectedly passed away earlier this week.

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:49 | Welcome to Episode #829 01:01 | Kyna is back! 01:09 | Doug Polk denied new poker room in Texas 02:15 | Other parties against poker expansion 02:53 | Farmer’s Branch Council votes down request 4-1 03:20 | Doug Polk talks to PokerNews before the vote 05:24 | Kyna’s thoughts on the city council meeting 06:58 | Is sports betting legal in Texas? 08:08 | Texas still the wild west; no regulations & scandals 10:10 | Disparity on how Texas poker rooms are run 11:45 | “No Card Room” sign at meeting 14:00 | Doug Polk speaks at the meeting 16:20 | What’s next for Polk’s Texas efforts 16:55 | Big Huni, Matt Waxman & other call out Polk 19:45 | Doug Polk read for the Million Dollar Cash Game? 20:00 | Ethan “Rampage” Yau backs out of HCL Million Dollar Cash Game 21:35 | Rampage on a downswing 23:48 | Rampage admits he cried after $550K loss 25:32 | Alex Duvall releases inflammatory video about Rampage 29:00 | Has Rampage lost perspective? 32:30 | Do young players in the game know/respect history of the game? 34:47 | Rampage offers WSOP prop bet 35:19 | Mike Holtz challenges Rampage to WSOP bet 36:35 | Rampage feeling the heat 39:03 | Sofie Dossi contorts herself at Celebrity Poker Tour Invitational III  44:28 | How do you feel about celebrity events? 44:53 | Do you love or hate Vegas Matt? 48:48 | Katie Thurston wins Celebrity Poker Tour Invitational III for $20,000 49:45 | Sponsor: PokerStars – 2024 SCOOP is happening now! 51:41 | Get to know PokerNews Pennsylvania Ambassador Keith Becker 52:26 | Get to know PokerNews Ontario Ambassador Kyle Anderson 53:40 | Two-time bracelet winner & music icon Steve Albini passes away

In the 828th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by 888poker, Chad Holloway is back at Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas alongside regular co-host Mike Holtz, and for the second week in a row, Lindsey Kludt filled in for Kyna England, who does make a camera appearance from the RGPS Reno alongside ring winner Liam Gannon.

The crew then talked “Texas” Mike Moncek winning $200K on Hustler Casino Live (HCL) with an 89% VPIP while showing an entertaining $201,000 pot from the game. That led to a discussion on chopped pots, which in turn led to talk of High Stakes Poker and Andrew Robl. Is he possibly the best poker player of all time? Is he a first-ballot Hall of Famer? Those questions are answered in this episode.

Other stories covered include Nick Yunis abandoning his stack to make the birth of his first child, Chile's all-time money list, and why Lindsey has never set foot in Florida and Mike hasn't been there in 20 years. Hint -- it involves alligators!

From there, Chad hosts the second edition of "Which Phil Is It?" in which Mike and Lindsey take turns answering trivia questions involving six Phils from poker -- Phil Hellmuth, Phil Ivey, Phil Laak, Phil Galfond, Phil Gordon, and Philipp Gruissem

Finally, you'll learn about the brand new emoji options in the PokerNews live reporting updates and a new documentary featuring Lukas "Robin Poker" Robinson from the WPT Voyage.

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:18 | Welcome to the show 00:29 | Lindsey Kludt once again filling in for Kyna England 02:20 | Touching base with Kyna at the RGPS Reno 03:43 | “Texas” Mike Moncek wins $200K on HCL with 89% VPIP 08:39 | $201K pot on Hustler Casino Live 12:20 | Making too big a deal out of chopped pots 14:32 | Andrew Robl for Poker Hall of Fame 16:13 | Sponsor: 888poker 17:11 | Let’s play “Which Phil Is It?” 25:40 | How much lifetime earnings do the six Phil’s account for? 27:45 | Nick Yunis abandons stack for unexpected birth of first child 30:29 | A look at Chile’s all-time money list 33:09 | Lindsey has never set foot in Florida & alligator fascination 34:50 | [URL="https://www.pokernews.com/news/2024/04/lukas-robinson-poker-on-a-boat-the-wpt-voyage-experience-45852.htm"]Lukas “Robin Poker” Robinson’s WPT Voyage documentary[/URL] 38:46 | [I]PokerNews[/I] launches emojis for Live Reporting Updates[/TABLE]

In the 876th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by Global Poker, Chad Holloway is back at Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas alongside regular co-host Mike Holtz. However, Kyna England is up in Reno for the RunGood Poker Series, so her Team Hotdog compatriot Lindsey Kludt fills in. The triumvirate discusses football/soccer superstar Neymar making headlines for playing online poker during a child's birthday party, for which he received a good amount of criticism. But was it warranted?

Chad then pays homage to Poker Hall of Famer Crandell Addington, who recently passed away. The Texan was there for the very first World Series of Poker (WSOP), and in this episode you'll get to hear the seven-time Main Event final tablist talk about the old days via an interview he did with PokerNews back in 2020.

Finally, you'll learn about the brand new emoji options in the PokerNews live reporting updates and a new documentary featuring Lukas "Robin Poker" Robinson from the WPT Voyage.

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.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:38 | Welcome to the show 00:47 | Lindsey Kludt filling in for Kyna England 01:34 | Mike Holtz showing off WSOP.com Online POY rings 03:14 | Does Lindsey play online poker? 04:07 | Kyna checking in from the RGPS Reno 05:35 | Neymar making poker headlines for better or worse 07:34 | Should Neymar be playing poker during kid’s birthday party? 10:35 | Chad’s picture with David Costabile 11:20 | Who is the most famous person you met thanks to poker? 12:13 | Lindsey talks Paws of Hope charity  15:20 | Sponsor: Global Poker 15:54 | Poker legend Crandell Addington passes away 17:30 | Being inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame & other accomplishments 23:15 | Crandell Addington talks about the origin of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) 29:21 | PokerNews debuts emojis  33:30 | Would Lindsey do Game of Gold? Mike wants on! 34:45 | Lukas “Robin Poker” Robinson’s WPT Voyage documentary

In the 826th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by WPT Global, World Poker Tour (WPT) champ Tyler Patterson joins Chad Holloway as special co-host while on the WPT Voyage. The duo talks about WPT Voyage activities, such as Matt Savage's golf tournament, and Patterson's deep run in the $5,000 Main Event.

Chad then plays the first-ever edition of "Which Phil Is It?" and asks Patterson to answer trivia questions by choosing between Phil Laak, Phil Hellmuth, and Phil Ivey.

Finally, the two talk about Mikki Mase, who is known for his play on Hustler Casino Live and was recently detained by L.A. police after a report of gunshots

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Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:10 | Welcome to Episode #826 00:22 | Welcome special cohost Tyler Patterson to the show 01:11 | Playing in Matt Savage’s golf tournament 02:37 | WPT Voyage Main Event a success 04:21| Matt Savage’s Annual Golf Event 06:08 | Sponsor: WPT Global 06:45 | Which Phil Is It? – Phil Laak, Phil Ivey & Phil Hellmuth 11:00 | Mikki Mase known for HCL play was detained by L.A. police after report of gunshots 13:05 | WPT announces dates for WPT World Championship at Wynn 16:20 | Tyler’s deep run in the WPT Voyage Main Event

In the 825th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by WPTGlobal, Chad Holloway and Lukas "RobinPoker" Robinson come to you from the WPT Voyage in the Bahamas to discuss the latest poker news, stories, and gossip.

That includes talking about their experiences on the WPT Voyage, battling against reigning WPT World Champion Dan Sepiol, playing tennis with Tony Dunst and Robinson's breakout casting on GGPoker's Game of Gold.

The two also talked about Robinson making a mini-documentary while on board the WPT Voyage and who he would like to see on the second season of Game of Gold.

In the 824th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by PokerStars, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz & Kyna England come to you from Level 9 Studios in Las Vegas to discuss the latest poker news, stories, and gossip. 

That includes diving into old-school legends Mike Matusow and Phil Laak being back in the poker spotlight, the former having crushed on Hustler Casino Live (HCL) -- including being a part of a big set-over-set hand -- and the latter returning to High Stakes Poker. That opened up a discussion on the Poker Hall of Fame, and whether or not either of those players deserve to be in. 

From there, the crew discusses chopping in poker, which was spurred by poker pro Nick Pupillo negotiating a kind chop in the WPT Rolling Thunder Mystery Bounty Event. Hear their thoughts on chopping in general, as well as some fun chop stories.

Kyna then gives props to her Game of Gold costar Olga Iermolcheva, who was recently featured on a magazine cover, explains the meaning behind her Team Hotdog hoodie, and reveals she'll be attending the upcoming RGPS Reno. Finally, the crew wraps things up by looking ahead to the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) by sharing what events they're most excited about.

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.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:20 | Phil Hellmuth April Fool’s Day Mask Prank 01:00 | Sponsor: PokerStars 01:23 | Of which old school players were you a fan? 04:00 | Mike Matusow plays on Hustler Casino Live 05:31 | Set-over-set hand on HCL 09:00 | Poker Hall of Fame backlog – Should Matusow be in? 17:19 | Phil Laak back in the poker spotlight 21:13 | A look at the upcoming PokerStars UKIPT 22:50 | Nick Pupillo negotiates himself a nice chop 23:38 | What do you think of chops in general? 25:00 | Do you have any interesting chop stories? 26:01 | Chad’s WSOP bracelet chop story 29:00 | Olga Iermolcheva from Game of Gold makes a magazine cover 33:03 | The 2024 WSOP is right around the corner 33:34 | What events are you most excited about? 34:37 | PokerNews DeepStack Championship 38:23 | Team Hotdog 39:21 | Kyna headed north for the RGPS Reno

In the 823rd episode of the PokerNews Podcast, which is sponsored by Global Poker, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz & Kyna England come to you from Level 9 Studios in Las Vegas to discuss the latest poker news, stories, and gossip. 

That includes a look at Jason Koon's exuberant entrance at Triton Poker, Daniel Negreanu winning his second major tournament of the year, and Alexandra Botez becoming the latest GGPoker Ambassador. Also, see Negreanu sit down with Botez while playing heads-up poker and discussing her new role.

The crew also talk about the PLO festival currently taking place at PokerGO Studio, why Mike is unhappy with the WSOP Circuit Horseshoe Las Vegas, and Robbi Jade Lew winning a side event at the recently-completed World Poker Tour (WPT) Rolling Thunder.

Finally, get a taste of PokerNews' new podcast show Life Outside Poker hosted by Connor Richards, who welcomed Farah Galfond as the show's first guest.

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.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 01:00 | Jason Koon’s grand entrance at Triton Poker 02:54 | November Niner entrance music 03:23 | Sponsor: Global Poker 03:42 | Daniel Negreanu wins second tournament in 2024 05:35 | PLO Series at PokerGO Studio 07:00 | Mike not happy with WSOP Circuit operation 12:22 | Alexandra Botez becomes GGPoker Ambassador 14:06 | Daniel Negreanu vs. Alexandra Botez 20:48 | Robbi Jade Lew wins side event at WPT Rolling Thunder 26:40 | WPT Voyage is upon us 29:30 | PokerNews’ Connor Richard debuts Life Outside Poker podcast 33:40 | Mystery Bounty Fever

In the 822nd episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz & Kyna England come to you from Level 9 Studios in Las Vegas to discuss the latest poker news, stories, and gossip. 

That includes Nik Airball's 20-minute tank in a big hand on The Lodge Poker Live Stream, which prompted Doug Polk to take action. That led into a discussion on pet peeves at the table, and in Mike's case, the pet part is quite literal.

The crew also plays the first edition of PokerNews Plinko, discusses Chad's poker thrift store "Tweet of the Week," and talks about the current state of poker given Bitcoin is at an all-time high.

From there, they dive into the wild journey of poker vlogger Corey Eyring, who is risking his entire net worth in an attempt to win $500,000 by the end of the year. Whatever amount he ends up with, the plan is to place it all on a single roulette bet of either red or black. Chad chatted with Eyring about his crazy quest and highlights various clips throughout the episode.

Finally, the crew once again touches on Kevin Martin's 24/7 stream while attempting to win $5,000 playing online, which came to an unceremonius end.

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.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:21 | Welcome to Episode #822 00:49 | Nik Airball has been in the house 05:53 | Nik Airball tanks for 20 minutes 10:01 | Sponsor: WPT Global 11:00 | When do you call the clock? 13:24 | Would Nik Airball be good for Game of Gold? 14:40 | What are your pet peeves at the table 15:58 | Fake service dogs at the poker table 17:38 | Kyna hates guys who put chips in a certain way 18:48 | Yoh Viral with all the swagger 21:08 | Kyna mad at a dealer 21:41 | Kyna a little bit of a Karen at the table 26:20 | PokerNews Plinko 30:13 | Who is Corey Eyring? 31:13 | Hoping to put $500,000 on red or black 33:19 | Preview of Corey Eyring’s poker vlog 36:35 | Degen-ing 38:39 | Corey’s degen & grandma stories 40:06 | Mike & Chad play against Corey on Poker Night in America 41:06 | Giggle fits 42:00 | Poker Thrift Store Tweet of the Week 46:37 | Bitcoin at an all-time high = good for poker 47:01 | Big Huni ahead of the Bitcoin curve 47:40 | Kevin Martin calls it quits after 500 hours of 24/7 streaming 48:19 | What is Team Hot Dog?

In the 821st episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz & Kyna England come to you from Level 9 Studios in Las Vegas to discuss the latest poker news, stories, and gossip. That includes the recent drama surrounding Tom "durrrr" Dwan, who recently talked to PokerNews in a 45-minute in-depth conversation about debt allegations recently leveled against him by Peter Jetten and Haralabos Voulgaris. 

Suffice it to say Dwan didn't give very clear answers. Some say he spouted a word salad to most of the questions, and our crew took a look at some clips and offered their thoughts. We also asked Dwan point blank if he's ever been kidnapped by the Triads, an urban legend of sorts in the poker world.

Mike and Kyna then talked about their respective tournament successes since the last show, which led to a larger talk about women in poker and how the industry sometimes struggles to market to such a large segment of the population. From there, it was on to a discussion about the recent uptick of poker-related names venturing into the reality TV space including Boston Rob Mariano, Brantzen Poker, and Athena Jett.

Finally, the crew touched on Kevin Martin's 24/7 stream while attempting to win $5,000 playing online and close it out by offering their thoughts on the often-critical Allen Kessler. 

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.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:23 | Welcome to Episode #821 00:53 | Tom Dwan in the headlines 05:07 | First Tom Dwan clip – Do you want the Peter Jetten stuff resolved? 06:56 | Second Tom Dwan clip – Do you owe Peter Jetten $226K? 12:48 | Backing & Make Up debate 13:36 | Third Tom Dwan clip – In your mind do you owe Peter Jetten money? 16:17 | LARPing in poker 17:41 | Fourth Tom Dwan clip – Do you consider yourself honest & with integrity? 19:02 | Dwan & Jetten headed to arbitration 22:08 | Fifth Tom Dwan clip – Did the Triads kidnap Dwan? 24:01 | Sixth Tom Dwan clip – Will we see you at the WSOP this year? 26:23 | Sponsor: 888poker 27:15 | Kyna England finishes runner-up in WSOPC Ladies Event 30:40 | Mike Holtz finishes 4th in Wynn Millions event for 2nd-largest live score 33:29 | Discussion on women in poker 42:00 | How do you feel about the “Last Woman Standing”? 46:05 | Poker names back in the reality TV world 46:23 | Athena Jett to be on American Idol 48:23 | Boston Rob & Brantzen Poker on Deal or No Deal Island 51:57 | What reality TV show would you want to be on? 54:43 | Kevin Martin streaming 330+ hours thus far 55:36 | Allen Kessler – love him or hate him? 57:48 | Corey Eyring coming up next week

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

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.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 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

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!

Time Stamps *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”

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 Stamps00:01 | Welcome to Show #81700:56 | Sponsor: WPT Global01:50 | Teasing guest Lexy Gavin-Mather03:45 | Chad’s controversial Daniel Negreanu tweet08:30 | Win a signed copy of Lexy Gavin-Mather’s book08:55 | Mark Olivo wins the WPT Voyage giveaway10:00 | Mike Postle makes unexpected appearance on X Space14:27 | Highlights from the Global Poker Awards18:16 | Ari Engel & Dan Lowery capture WSOPC rings20:21 | Paul Pierce & Mintzy employment under fire because of poker25:05 | Guest Lexy Gavin-Mather joins the show26:25 | 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 WSOP30:03 | 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 video36:00 | Barny Boatman among big winners from EPT Paris38:30 | Cross-book bet between Landon Tice & Jeremy Becker42:15 | Venetian’s new upcoming poker room

On this special episode of the PokerNews Podcast sponsored by 888poker, Chad 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.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* Time Stamps 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?

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

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.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 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

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.

Time Stamps *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

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!

Time Stamps *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

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

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?

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. 

Time Stamps*Time | Topic*00:23 | Welcome to the show01:05 | MSPT & WSOP Champion Found Zip-Tied, Allegedly Held Captive For 35 Days06:15 | Sean Perry eliminated from Circa Survivor12:48 | Wrapping up the WPT World Championship13:05 | Ren Lin wins $50k WPT Alpha8 for $1,045,781; Jason Koon Runner-Up13:43 | Daniel Lowery caps off a career year with WPT Seniors win just weeks after his 50th15:00 | 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 million20:37 | Winner interview w/ Dan Sepiol23:16 | PokerNews’ Top 10 Stories of 202329:00 | The loss of Doyle Brunson is still being felt31:45 | What are you looking forward to in 2024?

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.

 Time Stamps*Time | Topic*00:23 | Welcome to the show00:50 | Recovering from WSOP Paradise03:00 | Dates announced for the 2024 WSOP04:26 | Big winners from the WSOP Paradise06:50 | Online Qualifier Stanislav Zegal Wins First WSOP Paradise Main Event ($2,000,000)07:20 | WSOP Paradise proved to be a success w/ impressive numbers08:52 | Winner interview w/ Stanislav Zegal12:20 | Final table error negatively impacts Daniel Neilson 19:48 | Sponsor: Global Poker20:49 | Garrett Adelstein returns to livestreamed cash games25:00 | WPT World Championship misses $40 million guarantee29:16 | WPT World Championship winner picks31:01 | Update on the $1,000,000 WPT Big One for One Drop33:50 | Winner picks for the WPT Big One for One Drop35:46 | What could make the Big One for One Drop a bigger success?37:05 | Calvin Anderson wins record WPT Prime Championship for $1.4 million40:10 | Winner interview w/ Calvin Anderson43:52 | Neil Patrick Harris attends WPT Celebrity Charity Event45:41 | Interview w/ Neil Patrick Harris50:40 | Update on GPI Player of the Year races53:30 | Padraig O'Neill turns 12 bb into €1,030,000 en route to 2023 EPT Prague victory

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen come to you from both the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise in The Bahamas!

Before they jump into all things WSOP Paradise, the crew gets listeners up to speed on the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas, which has crowed a slew of side event winners, including Lisa Costello’s victory in the Ladies Event. Plus, the $1,100 WPT Prime drew a massive field and is set to award a seven-figure top prize.

In regards to the WSOP Paradise, the crew talks about the surprise appearance of 2022 EPT Prague champ Jordan Saccucci, who was a week removed from being arrested in Canada on home robbery charges. His stay didn’t last long in the Main Event as casino officials removed him from contention. Find out what happened here.

They then discuss Phil Hellmuth’s grand entrance as Poseidon flocked by 17 mermaids and a Bahamian marching band, highlight bracelet winners from the series thus far, and Erik Seidel capturing his 10th gold bracelet, becoming just the fifth player in history to do so. Connor even grabbed a winner interview with the Poker Hall of Famer.

Finally, the crew discuss the finale of GGPoker’s Poker After Dark Game of Gold complete with an interview with Season 1 champ Maria Ho!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:23 | Welcome to the show 00:39 | How are you guys enjoying Atlantis Paradise Island? 01:37 | Teasing guest Erik Seidel 02:40 | Side event winners from the WPT World Championship 05:00 | Lisa Costello wins WPT World Championship Ladies Event 05:45 | WPT Prime draws massive field 08:16 | Sponsor: Global Poker 09:15 | WSOP Paradise surpasses $15 million GTD 10:36 | The new WSOP+ app 11:45 | One week after arrest Jordan Saccucci makes appearance at WSOPP 17:38 | Bracelet winners thus far from the WSOP Paradise 18:57 | Erik Seidel captures 10th WSOP gold bracelet 21:10 | Guest Erik Seidel joins the show 24:45 | What did you think of Phil Hellmuth’s entrance in the WSOP Paradise 28:58 | Maria Ho wins GGPoker’s Game of Gold Season 1 33:56 | Interview w/ Maria Ho  [/TABLE]

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen come to you from both the WPT World Championship and the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise!

 Chad talks about his experience playing a celebrity poker charity event in L.A. – which saw him fall one spot shy of a WSOP Main Event seat – and then the crew offers highlights from Hustler Casino Live (HCL) High Stakes Week & 24-Hour Stream.

They also discuss Nik Airball’s accusations that Tony Mars cheated in a private high-stakes poker game, how one EPT champ who won nearly $1 million is wanted in Canada for home robberies, and Jonathan Van Fleet joining WPT Global.

 Finally, they recap Istvan Briski winning the WPT Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open for $647,300 and offer an update on the hit poker reality show ‘Game of Gold’ by GGPoker.

As for this week's guest, PokerNews' Calum Grant chatted with Alexander Wolfgang Seibt (AKA Wolfgang Poker) about becoming the first poker vlogger to hit 1,000,000 subscribers on YouTube! Learn more about the phenom and how he rocketed to the poker content stratosphere.

Time Stamps*Time | Topic*00:23 | Welcome to the show00:50 | Connor & Matt in the Bahamas for the WSOP Paradise04:44 | WPT World Championship kicks off at the Wynn Las Vegas07:00 | Chad competes in L.A. celebrity-filled charity event08:53 | Highlights from Hustler Casino Live (HCL) High Stakes Week & 24-Hour Stream12:15 | Cheating allegations in a private high-stakes poker game19:08 | Sponsor: Global Poker20:07 | Former EPT champ wanted for robbery in Canada24:28 | Guest Wolfgang Poker joins the show26:57 | Prank gone right!28:18 | Who are your inspirations?30:50 | Friendship with Rampage Poker33:38 | Shorts & Reels40:30 | How do you choose which hands to use?44:23 | What are your poker goals?47:43 | Plans for WSOP Paradise48:30 | What do you do for fun off the felt?53:56 | Istvan Briski wins WPT RRPO for $647,30055:35 | Jonathan Van Fleet joins WPT Global56:52 | Update on Game of Gold

On a special episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen talk all things World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship, a festival that is currently underway.

Hear about highlights from the Premier Meet-Up Game (MUG), including appearances by Gus Hansen and Phil Ivey. While there, Connor also caught up with WPT Hostess Lynn Gilmartin and Wynn Director of Poker Operations Ryan Beauregard for behind-the-scenes chats on what is happening.

Chad also chats with WPT President Adam Pliska about all the hard work that went into the WPT World Championship, thoughts on offering the $40 million guarantee, and what poker players can expect.

The crew then offer their thoughts on whether or not the guarantee will be hit, what field size they think the championship event will get, and make a trio of bold predictions.

Finally, Chad sat down with last year’s champion, Eliot Hudon, to ask whether or not he’ll attempt a title defense, how last year’s $4-million win changed his life, and what tips he has for poker players looking to follow in his footsteps. Listen to those stories and more on the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:22 | Welcome to the show 01:15 | Highlights from the Premier Meet-Up Game (MUG) 02:50 | Gus Hansen makes an appearance! 03:40 | What to expect from the WPT World Championship 06:02 | Guest WPT President Adam Pliska joins the show 20:42 | Guest Lynn Gilmartin joins the show 23:14 | The WPT Ladies Championship 24:22 | Guest Ryan Beauregard joins the show 29:40 | Will the guarantee be hit? 33:02 | Field size predictions 36:49 | Guest Eliot Hudon joins the show 45:00 | Tips on winning the WPT World Championship 46:25 | Bold predictions for the WPT World Championship

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen share what they did for Thanksgiving, discuss the Brazilian poker player who was suspended for adding chips at BSOP Millions, and give their thoughts on the Formula 1 Grand Prix and their experiences with PokerStars and Oracle Red Bull Racing.

They then dive into Josh Reichard and Stephen Song winning rings at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Grand Victoria stop, Ian Auvil emerging victorious in the Bar Poker Open World Championship and Doug Polk & Company’s $100,000 promotion at The Lodge in Texas. Plus, the crew share which poker pros and celebrities are slated to attend the upcoming WSOP Paradise in the Bahamas Dec. 3-14.

Finally, while down at the World Poker Tour (WPT) Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open, Matt chatted with guest Frederic Normand, who was fresh off winning the WPT bestbet Scramble for $350k. Hear what the Canadian player had to say about his victory and plans for the future.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:23 | Welcome to the show 00:31 | Happy Thanksgiving! 02:31 | Side event winners from the WPT Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open 04:16 | Sponsor: Global Poker 05:10 | Brazilian poker player suspended for adding chips at BSOP Millions 09:39 | Should cheaters be stripped of titles? 18:20 | Sponsor: partypoker 19:19 | Guest Frederic Normand joins the show 21:00 | What are your upcoming poker plans? 21:40 | How did you get into poker? 23:19 | What led to the upturn in success? 26:17 | What do you do outside of poker? 27:22 | Josh Reichard & Stephen Song win rings at WSOPC Grand Victoria 30:23 | Ian Auvil wins Bar Poker Open World Championship 32:35 | What is “Between the Sheets”? 36:06 | Sponsor: 888poker 37:03 | The Lodge’s $100,000 promotion the “biggest in Texas poker history” 39:30 | Celebs and poker pros set to attend WSOP Paradise in the Bahamas Dec. 3-14

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen come at you from Las Vegas at the start of the Formula 1 Grand Prix. PokerStars and Oracle Red Bull Racing have been hosting some cool events, though the actual racing got off to a rough start. 

Hear about Chad’s private jet adventure, HCL Wesley’s $400K/night F1 suite, and how you can win an exclusive PokerStars Oracle Red Bull Racing Las Vegas Wheel Cover. Plus, the Global Poker Grand Prix Turbo Series Las Vegas Edition is underway.

The crew also recap both the PokerStars NAPT – including a winner interview w/ Sami Bechahed – and the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Europe – hear from champ Max Neugebauer.

Other stories covered are West Virginia becoming the fifth to join the Multi-State Online Poker Compact, Canadian Frederic Normand winning the WPT bestbet Scramble for $350k, Jason Koon and four others confirmed for $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop, and thoughts on GGPoker’s Poker After Dark ‘Game of Gold.’

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:23 | Welcome to the show 00:40 | Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix off to a rough start 02:22 | Chad’s private jet adventure 03:34 | Connor & Matt in the F1 Grand Stand 06:30 | Checking out HCL Wesley’s $400K/night F1 suite 08:30 | Poker activities during F1 10:11 | PokerNews Giving Out Exclusive PokerStars Oracle Red Bull Racing LV Wheel Cover 11:43 | Sponsor: Global Poker 13:12 | NAPT a big success + side event winners 16:58 | Sami Bechahed wins NAPT Main Event 18:11 | Winner interview w/ Sami Bechahed 23:09 | West Virginia Becomes 5th State joins Multi-State Online Poker Compact 26:16 | Winners from WSOP Europe 27:51 | Winner interview w/ WSOPE champ Max Neugebauer 31:50 | Canadian Frederic Normand Wins WPT bestbet Scramble for $350k 33:00 | Jason Koon + 4 others confirmed for $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop 34:35 | Thoughts on GGPoker’s Poker After Dark ‘Game of Gold’ 37:13 | Favorite moments thus far – Kyna England, Robin Poker & More 

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen come at you from the PokerStars 2023 North American Poker Tour (NAPT) at Resorts World Las Vegas. They recap some of the early side event winners, fill you in on the Main Event, and dive into the return of the Big Game featuring two new loose cannons.

Connor then chats with Jesse Lonis, who won the NAPT Super High Roller, while Chad catches up with Poker Hall of Famer Scotty Nguyen, who made his way to Vegas for the NAPT. Finally, Matt interviewed PokerStars Ambassador Parker "Tonkaaaa" Talbot, who bagged up a big stack in the $1,650 Main Event.

Additionally, the crew recap winners from the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Europe, which is currently taking place at King's Casino in Rozvadov, as well as their decision to have a leprechaun emcee their mystery bounty event. Toss in a discussion on Shawn Sheikhan receiving a four-year prison sentence, and it's a show not to be missed.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:23 | Welcome to the show 00:40 | How’s the PokerStars NAPT going? 02:30 | Kyna England, Anthony Askey & Kfir Nahum win NAPT side events 03:30 | Jesse Lonis wins NAPT High Roller 04:53 | Winner interview w/ Jesse Lonis 07:18 | How do you stay competitive? 08:00 | Playing as a family man 09:22 | NAPT interview w/ Scotty Nguyen 11:22 | The Big Game returns at NAPT – Two ‘Loose Cannons’ selected 16:15 | Interview w/ PokerStars Ambassador Parker “Tonkaaaa” Talbot 19:00 | WSOP Europe gold bracelet winners 20:42 | A leprechaun during the Mystery Bounty event 24:34 | WSOP Paradise less than a month away 25:44 | Shawn Sheikhan sentenced to 4 years in prison 30:00 | Making winner picks for the NAPT

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!

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen wrap up the update on the PokerStars EPT Cyprus, including a winner interview with Gilles Simon. They also debate Jared Bleznick's sports card breaking en route to winning the Super High Roller Bowl $100K PLO for $1.3 million, the revival of the PokerStars Big Game at the upcoming NAPT, and remember Louise Brunson, who recently passed away several months after her husband of 62 years, Doyle Brunson.

Connor then chats with this week's featured guest, the legend that is Benny Glaser. They sat down during the EPT Cyprus to talk about Glaser's recent WCOOP success, crushing the poker scene, and the upcoming World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship. Don't miss your chance to hear from one of the best in the game.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:23 | Welcome to the show 01:00 | NAPT and F1 Vegas right around the corner 04:20 | Jared Bleznick wins $100K PLO Super High Roller Bowl for $1.3 million 05:10 | What do you think of Bleznick using time extension to open sports cards? 10:25 | Sponsor: Global Poker 11:35 | Who won the EPT Cyprus Main Event? 12:38 | Winner interview with Gilles Simon 18:52 | NAPT announces streaming schedule 20:25 | The Big Game returns; PokerStars plans for the popular show 25:54 | Guest Benny Glaser joins the show 27:40 | Are you still a Mixed Game specialist? 29:50 | What is your best game? 31:13 | Crushing the WCOOP series 34:25 | Remembering the WPT World Championship 36:57 | Sponsor: 888poker 38:00 | Remembering our first-ever poker room 41:57 | Doyle Brunson’s wife, Louise Brunson, passes away 46:33 | Sponsor: partypoker 47:42 | What are your Halloween plans?

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen give you an update on the PokerStars EPT Cyprus, including a controversial hand that was retrieved from the muck and the PokerStars x Poker Power Women's Boot Camp; in fact, hear a winner's interview from Louise Ulrick, who punched her ticket to Prague by winning a "Showdown Finale."

They also talk about Chino Rheem winning the overall leaderboard in the Mixed Game Series II, 888poker's upcoming ChampionChip Games, Global Poker's Celebrity Challenge w/ Michael Phelps, recent WSOP Online bracelet winners, and Phil Ivey's meet-up game (MUG) that'll kick off the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas in December.

Matt also shares highlights from his recent trip to the RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) Hard Rock Tulsa, which included Brian Winter continuing his heater by capturing two more rings! Matt sat down with the man formerly known as "The Golden Blazer" to talk about his poker career, crushing on tour, and his recent marriage to one of the most prominent poker photographers in the industry.

Listen to those stories and more on the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:23 | Welcome to the show 01:32 | Highlights from the EPT Cyprus 02:48 | PokerStars x Power Poker Women’s Boot Camp 03:54 | Interview w/ Boot Camp Showdown winner Louise Ulrick 09:03 | EPT Cyprus controversial hand after cards retrieved from muck 12:55 | Sponsor: 888poker 14:21 | Highlights from the RGPS Tulsa 16:50 | Guest Brian Winter joins the show 19:45 | Winter’s origin story 21:30 | Setting goals after leaving his profession as a teacher 25:44 | The Golden Blazer 27:54 | Sponsor: Global Poker  29:00 | Chino Rheem wins Mixed Games Series II 31:00 | WPT Championship to kickoff w/ meet-up game featuring Phil Ivey 34:00 | WSOP Online Domestic Schedule wraps; Rabinowitz among bracelet winners 36:00 | Looking forward to the WSOP Paradise 36;45 | NAPT fast approaching Nov. 4-12 at Resorts World in Las Vegas

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen talk about Ari Engel capturing his record 16th World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit gold ring, remember poker author Anthony Holden, and reveal what six new players have confirmed to play the $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop. They also recap Isaac Haxton winning the Super High Roller Bowl, winners from the Mixed Game Series II, WSOP Player of the Year Ian Matakis winning another tournament, and Next Gen Poker becoming ambassadors for PokerStars USA ahead of the NAPT.

Chad also shares highlights from his vacation on a Virgin Voyages cruise where he played in the WPT at Sea poker room, Matt tells you how you can win a seat into the $10,000 WPT World Championship, and Connor comes to you straight from the EPT Cyprus, which just kicked off.

Finally, Chad chats with Jeffrey Allan Grosso, author of the poker book Dirty Dealing. In it, he alleges that his ideas and screenplay were stolen by Miramax Films and ultimately turned into the movie Rounders. It might sound crazy, but there was a court case and everything. Chad read the book prior to chatting with Grosso, who opened up about what he claims happened, how he feels about it, and why he ultimately decided to write a book about his experience.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:23 | Welcome to the show 01:47 | Teasing guest Jeffrey Allan Grosso, author of Dirty Dealing 02:53 | Highlights from Chad’s cruise w/ WPT at Sea 05:40 | Get Entry into an Exclusive WPT World Championship Freeroll on WPT Global with RobinPoker 06:45 | Ari Engel captures record 16th WSOP Circuit ring 09:36 | Author Anthony Holden passes away at 76 13:36 | Six More Players Confirmed For $1M WPT Big One for One Drop … who gets you most excited? 16:45 | Sponsor: Global Poker 17:37 | Guest Jeffrey Allan Grosso, author of Dirty Dealing, joins the show 21:00 | Comparisons between the two screenplays 22:16 | A look back at the case 24:12 | What happened in court? 25:00 | What inspired you to write the book? 26:14 | How did the alleged theft happen? What’s the theory? 30:18 | How do you feel about it all now? Was writing it a cathartic experience? 34:00 | A real-life Worm 38:23 | Sponsor: partypoker 39:20 | Ike Haxton wins Super High Roller Bowl for $2.7 million 39:52 | Haxton’s incredible year continues 41:43 | Chino Rheem, Nick Schulman & David Prociak among Mixed Game Series II winners 43:46 | WSOP POY Ian Matakis Wins Canterbury Park Fall Poker Classic Main Event ($117,668) 46:20 | Next Gen Poker become PokerStars US ambassadors 49:05 | PokerStars EPT Cyprus is underway 50:00 | Matt at RGPS; Chad headed to CSOP

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

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen delve into big winners from the Poker Masters including Darren Elias, Andrew Lichtenberger, Chino Rheem, and Vladas Tamasauskas, a Lithuanian player who jumped out to an early lead winning two titles in the first three events!

The high roller newcomer is one of two guests on the show alongside Ren Lin, who has also been tearing it up at PokerGO Studio. Find out what they had to say about their early Poker Masters success. Plus, hear about poker player Rob Mercer, who lied about having colon cancer to scam the poker community so he could play in the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, a story that has since hit the mainstream. 

Other stories talked about are the cardroom raid in Atlanta, Global Poker's new Celebrity Campaign kicking off with Paul George, winners from PokerStars' WCOOP and NACOOP, and the "Four-Time Bracelet Club' welcoming Yuri Dzivielevski, Kristen Foxen, and Calvin Anderson.

Finally, the crew offer their picks on who they'd like to see featured in the upcoming Lead Trading Card poker set, and who they'd like to see join Phil Ivey in the WPT $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:23 | Welcome to the show 00:37 | Teasing guests Vladas Tamasauskas & Ren Lin 01:45 | Rob Mercer fakes cancer diagnosis to play WSOP Main Event 05:30 | Should the WSOP and others ban Mercer? 07:28 | Cardroom raided in Atlanta; 18 people charged w/ illegal gambling 12:16 | Sponsor: partypoker 13:14 | Sponsor: Global Poker Celebrity Challenge kicks off w/ Paul George 14:40 | Winners from Poker Masters include Darren Elias, Chino Rheem & Andrew Lichtenberger 15:40 | Change his name to Andrew Dripenberger “because he’s got a lot of drip” 17:25 | Guest Vladas Tamasauskas joins the show to talk pair of Poker Masters victories 20:41 | Guest Ren Lin joins the show from Poker Masters 28:17 | PokerStars WCOOP and NACOOP in full swing 30:12 | David Kaye claims USCOOP title 31:09 | Yuri Dzivielevski, Kristen Foxen, and Calvin Anderson become 4-time bracelet winners 34:28 | Poker Leaf Trading Cards – Who would you like to see? 38:10 | Phil Ivey first confirmed for $1M WPT Big One for One Drop – who else would you like to see play?

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen discuss the recent cyber attacks impacting MGM Resorts, poker players being banned from Australian casinos without explanation, and Soukha Kachittavong winning a second PokerStars Summer Series tournament. Plus, they highlight winners from the PokerStars WCOOP including Parker "Tonkaaaa" Talbot, Espen Jorstad, and Benny Glaser; and share details on Global Poker's new Celebrity Campaign.

Chad then chats with guest Andrew "Lucky Chewy" Lichtenberger, who talks about his new poker venture Octopi Poker, which you can check out at OctopiPoker.ai. The poker pro also talks about his upcoming poker plans, which will include returning to the Poker Masters looking for another title.

Oh, and we'd be remiss to add that the crew also talks about Nik Airball's reported $8 million downswing, which you can catch at the end of the show.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:23 | Welcome to the show 01:50 | How about them Miami Dolphins? 02:55 | Rounders celebrates 25th anniversary 06:26 | Sponsor: Global Poker 09:00 | Cyber attack on MGM Resorts 12:00 | Poker players being banned in Australia without explanation 16:00 | Sponsor: WPT Global 18:00 | Guest Andrew “Lucky Chewy” Lichtenberger joins the show 18:21 | What is Octopi Poker? 20:50 | How did Octopi Poker come to be? 23:15 | Why is now the right time? 23:20 | The Octopi Poker Advisory Board 24:55 | How to sign up 25:20 | How did the name Octopi Poker come about? 27:10 | Do you plan to play a lot of poker upcoming? 29:25 | Will you play the Poker Masters? 33:00 | Soukha Kachittavong wins second PokerStars Summer Series tournament 35:37 | Tonkaaaa, Espen Jorstad & Benny Glaser among PokerStars WCOOP winners 38:52 | Sponsor: 888poker 39:36 | Nik Airball on $8 million downswing

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

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

On the latest PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen catch you up to speed on what's been happening at EPT Barcelona, Daniel Negreanu defeating Doug Polk on High Stakes Duel, and the return of PokerStars' North American Poker Tour (NAPT).

They also delve into the Global Poker US Poker Open (USPO), tell you about the first winner from the PokerStars Summer Series, cover two big hands involving pocket queens from the past week, and debate arguably the hottest topic of the week -- would you pay back $20K after a player grossly misread his hand and called off on the river (which actually happened on Hustler Casino Live)?

As for a guest, Connor and Matt were at EPT Barcelona and caught up with Tom Orpaz, a high-stakes real estate entrepreneur who in his spare time can be found grinding the EPT High Roller circuit. Orpaz, who made headlines in 2020 for purchasing the most expensive apartment in the world, went on a tear at EPT Barcelona that saw him winning €25,000 No-Limit Hold'em and €50,000 Super High Roller Second Chance for two trophies and over $1 million in winnings, proving he can hold his own among the top pros. PokerNews caught up with Orpaz, who has proven to be one of the most entertaining and talkative players on typically reserved High Roller Circuit.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:27 | Welcome to the show 01:15 | The North American Poker Tour (NAPT) is back! 06:30 | PokerStars Summer Series in Philadelphia crowns first winner 08:50 | Daniel Negreanu defeats Doug Polk on High Stakes Duel 12:30 | Sponsor: Global Poker 13:48 | What’s been happening at the EPT Barcelona? 17:46 | Guest Tom Orpaz joins the show 19:45 | Recreational poker player, professional entrepreneur  22:15 | Being chatty at the table 23:00 | Knocking off the rust in Barcelona 26:48 | What are your goals in poker? 27:38 | What do you like best about the EPTs? 29:50 | "naoseiquemeusou" Speeds Off with PartyPoker McLaren Turbo Series Main Event Title 30:45 | Weixiao Liao wins GUKPT London Main Event (£75,501) 31:55 | Pocket queens the hand of the week – JRB’s questionable fold, Phil Nagy’s cooler 36:30 | Would you pay back $20K after someone made a clear mistake? 42:07 | More EPT Barcelona to come

On the latest PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Connor Richards, and Matt Hansen come to you from different parts of the world. Chad is back home in Wisconsin, while Connor and Matt are over at the EPT Barcelona. They discuss Daniel Weinman's signing with Poker Royalty, Zach Gruneberg's cat missing for 43 days, and the largest WPT Prime to date. They also talk about both Allen Kessler and Daniel Lowery capturing World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit gold rings, as well as the PokerStars Summer Series kicking off in Philadelphia.

As for a guest, this week Chad managed to get Poker Hall of Famer and sports betting legend Billy Baxter on the show. He talks about his recent induction into the Sports Gambling Hall of Fame, what it was like to make a deep run in the 2023 WSOP Seniors Event (he finished as runner-up), and remembers how Doyle Brunson fared as a sports bettor. Baxter is a master storyteller, so you don't want to miss this chance to hear from the living legend.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:27 | Welcome to the show 00:35 | Matt & Connor coming to you from Spain! 01:30 | Teasing guest Billy Baxter 02:30 | EPT Barcelona underway 05:30 | Sponsor: Global Poker 07:00 | WSOP champ Daniel Weinman signs w/ Poker Royalty 08:38 | Competition in the market 09:39 | What is a junket? 11:54 | Zach Gruneberg’s cat “Nook” goes missing for 43 days 15:40 | Billy Baxter is a legend! 17:34 | Guest Billy Baxter joins the show 17:43 | Getting inducted into the Sports Gambling Hall of Fame 18:45 | Popularizing halftime betting 19:42 | Still betting  20:37 | Doyle Brunson the sports bettor 21:30 | Making a run in at an 8th bracelet in WSOP Seniors  23:00 | What do you think about what the WSOP has become? 24:28 | Tournaments too long for older players to succeed 26:24 | Early days of WSOP in regards to playing time 27:37 | Going head-to-head against the IRS 32:00 | Where do you keep your WSOP gold bracelets? 32:22 | Loaned bracelets to Doyle and never got them back 33:50 | Biggest WPT Prime to date 35:35 | Allen Kessler wins 4th “real” WSOP Circuit gold ring 37:14 | Daniel Lowery captures 14th gold ring 41:35 | PokerStars Summer Series in Philadelphia 45:10 | Big things coming for PokerStars US!

On the latest PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Connor Richards welcome Matt Hansen as a new co-host of the show. Matt has been doing a lot of work behind the scenes for PokerNews, and now we're putting a microphone in front of him to draw on his deep knowledge of the industry and get some of his hot takes.

That included his thoughts on the WSOP Paradise schedule, a poker player's yacht burning in the Mediterranean, and Ben Mintz returning to BarStool after Dave Portnoy bought back the company.

Chad then chats with this week's guest, Lukas "RobinPoker" Robinson, the new PokerNews Online Poker Ambassador. He talks about playing 1,000 hours of poker in 100 days, playing the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event alongside his father, and how listeners can have a chance at a $10,000 seat into December's World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn thanks to a special promotion in conjunction with WPT Global.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:27 | Welcome to the show 00:30 | Matt Hansen joins as new co-host! 01:10 | Teasing guest Lukas “RobinPoker” Robinson 01:42 | Sponsor: Global Poker 03:20 | Schedule announced for WSOP Paradise 06:04 | EPT Prague vs. WPT Wynn vs. WSOP Paradise 08:38 | Poker player’s yacht burns on the Mediterranean 12:55 | Vulgar confrontation on Big Bet Poker Live 18:47 | Guest Lukas “RobinPoker” Robinson joins the show 20:07 | Streaming 1,000 hours of poker over 100 days 23:00 | Did you have any second thoughts? 25:08 | Did it help elevate your career? 26:10 | Gifting a WSOP Main Event seat to runner-up 26:50 | Knocking out UFC star Paddy Pimblett 27:22 | Playing the WSOP Main Event with his dad 29:00 | RobinPoker promotion with WPT Global 30:26 | Can we expect to see you in Vegas come December? 33:33 | Sponsor: 888poker 34:50 | Big winners from the 2023 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open (SHRPO) 37:40 | Mintzy is back after Dave Portnoy buys back BarStool Sports 41:38 | PokerStars releases schedule for UKIPT Brighton 44:35 | Connor & Matt headed to EPT Barcelona 45:55 | Next week’s guest – Poker Hall of Famer Billy Baxter!

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!

On the latest PokerNews Podcast episode, Chad Holloway, Jesse Fullen, and Connor Richards are back together to discuss the biggest stories of the week including the record-breaking Bad Beat Jackpot that recently hit at Canada's Playground Poker Club. They also highlight winners from the Triton Poker London stop such as Fedor Holz and Jason Koon, Phil Ivey cracking pocket aces with the "Dirty Diaper," and Tyler Patterson winning the RGPS Checkpoint Season Finale for $200K. Finally, they take a look at the recently-concluded PokerStars USA Sunset Series which was a hit in the NJ/MI merged and Pennsylvania segregated markets.

Chad then sits down with 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Player of the Year Ian Matakis to talk about his incredible summer and winning one of poker's most prestigious awards, without playing mixed games nonetheless. They also dive into the poker origin story of Matakis, how he got along with Shaun Deeb, and what the future may hold for him.

Listen to those stories and more on the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:27 | Welcome to the show 00:35 | Jesse is back 02:03 | Sponsor: Global Poker 02:35 | The biggest Bad Beat Jackpot in poker history hits! 05:35 | Have you ever been a part of a BBJ? 07:45 | Jason Koon & Espen Jorstad among Triton Poker London winners 08:15 | Phil Ivey cracks pocket aces with the “Dirty Diaper” 11:24 | Sponsor: 888poker 12:50 | Guest – 2023 WSOP Player of the Year Ian Matakis 14:33 | Who is Ian Matakis? 15:07 | How and when did you start taking poker seriously? 16:30 | 22 cashes (9 online, 13 live) during the 2023 WSOP 17:40 | What was it like to win your first WSOP gold bracelet? 19:20 | When did you first start going for POY? 19:58 | Winning it without playing mixed games 20:37 | Playing in his first $50K 21:20 | When did you feel comfortable that you were going to win it? 22:10 | Becoming friendly with Shaun Deeb 22:57 | Learning mixed games is next 23:30 | Does winning the WSOP POY change anything for you? 24:09 | How has the Minnesota poker community reacted to your victory? 25:30 | Justin Liberto wins big at 2023 SHRPO 26:15 | Honoring Dan Heimiller 28:13 | Tyler Patterson wins RGPS Checkpoint Season Finale for $200K 29:35 | Sponsor: WPT Global 30:28 | PokerStars USA Sunset Series highlights from NJ/MI & PA markets

On the latest PokerNews Podcast episode, Chad Holloway and Connor Richards wrap up the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP), which includes diving into some numbers, recognizing a new cash record, and discussing the rise of 2023 WSOP Player of the Year Ian Matakis. 

Chad then sits down with 2023 WSOP Main Event champ Daniel Weinman, who topped a 10,043-player field to win the most prestigious event in poker for $12.1 million. The poker pro talks about what it was like to win, what he did to celebrate, and how poker may return to a more prominent role in his life. He also addresses speculation that a three-handed deal was struck and explains why he returned to his day job just days after becoming poker's world champion.

Chad and Connor also break down Ari Engel capturing his thirteenth WSOP Circuit gold ring, The Hendon Mob Mid-Major Championship at Thunder Valley Casino, and both Yin Tao and Steve O'Dwyer winning big at WPT Korea. Toss in updates on the upcoming PokerStars x Poker Power Women's Bootcamp and 15th Annual Ante 4 Autism Charity Event, and there's something for everyone in this episode of the PokerNews Podcast.

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:28 | Welcome to the show 00:40 | Welcome back, Connor! 01:50 | Teasing guest Daniel Weinman  02:48 | Sponsor: Global Poker 03:40 | Examining the 2023 WSOP numbers 09:50 | Mike Holtz sets record with 25 WSOP bracelet event cashes 12:40 | Ian Matakis captures 2023 WSOP Player of the Year 16:38 | WSOP Main Event champ Daniel Weinman joins the show 17:55 | Finally breaking through in the Main Event 18:15 | Straight back to work 20:25 | Playing on a live stream 21:10 | Was there a deal three-handed? 22:10 | What did you do to celebrate? 23:15 | The Jacks > Kings > Queens Hand 24:10 | Any other big hands that made a difference? 25:30 | Will we be seeing you at more poker stops? 26:30 | Do you think you’ll hold the record long? 27:25 | What’s next on your poker bucket list? 29:15 | Sponsor: 888poker 30:00 | Ari Engel captures 13th WSOP Circuit gold ring 32:15 | The Hendon Mob Mid-Major Championship at Thunder Valley Casino 34:45 | Yin Tao Wins WPT Korea Main Event; Steve O'Dwyer Takes Down Alpha8 One Drop 36:56 | Sponsor: WPT Global 38:00 | Connor & Chad headed to Saturday’s 15th Annual Ante 4 Autism Charity Event 39:40 | PokerStars x Poker Power Women's Bootcamp

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

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 penultimate show of the summer, Chad & Jesse welcome two guests to the show starting with Josh Arieh, who has won two bracelets this summer and was nominated for the Poker Hall of Fame. Arieh talked about the WSOP back in the late 1990s, his career resurgence, Poker Stake, and shares a fun story involving Ted Forrest and the late Layne Flack.

The other guest is 2004 WSOP Main Event runner-up David Williams, who was fresh of winning a Flip & Go. He talks about his history in that event, how his WSOP gold bracelet and diamond toothpick were stolen in a home robbery, and why he wouldn’t do Master Chef again.

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: - Brian Rast enters Poker Hall of Fame - Hall of Fame Poker Room - Robin Poker joins PokerNews - WSOP Main Event Day 8 update - Ostapchenko cashes Main Event 7 times in a row - Josh Arieh wins again - Ali Imsirovic enters WSOP event - Player of the Year update

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Welcome to the show 00:50 | Guest Josh Arieh joins the show 01:30 | In the thick of the POY race 03:26 | Early days of poker 06:20 | How Poker Stake came to be 08:35 | Poker Hall of Fame nomination 10:26 | Where are you WSOP bracelets? 11:26 | Only 8 players with more bracelets 13:07 | Chasing Phil Hellmuth 15:00 | Layne Flack & Ted Forrest story 18:00 | Sponsor: Global Poker 19:00 | Brian Rast enters Poker Hall of Fame 21:00 | Hall of Fame Poker Room 23:00 | Robin Poker joins PokerNews 25:00 | WSOP Main Event Day 8 update 27:00 | Ostapchenko cashes Main Event 7 times in a row 29:00 | Josh Arieh wins again 31:00 | Ali Imsirovic enters WSOP event 33:00 | Player of the Year update 35:00 | Guest David Williams joins the show 36:15 | Flip & Go luck 41:03 | A rough summer 43:05 | Did you know Josh Arieh at the 2004 WSOP final table? 45:15 | Playing at Horseshoe Binion’s 47:10 | What was it like to be a poker celebrity during the Poker Boom? 48:40 | The story behind the diamond toothpick 52:00 | Bracelet stolen in brazen theft 52:56 | Master Chef – Would you do it again? 1:01:16 | July Freerolls for PokerNews listeners

On the latest PokerNews Podcast episode, Jesse Fullen and special co-host Norman Chad continue The Chad & Jesse Poker Show straight from the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP). 

The two start by debating the pros and cons of the 2023 WSOP Main Event payouts before welcoming this week’s guest – poker vlogger Ryan Depaulo.

Among the topics they discuss with the Whole Foods parking lot bracelet winner are his biggest score to date (third place in the Colossus), what his father told him (“Don’t punt”), and Joey the Mush. Plus, they ask if he was banned from Borgata for vlogging, his main poker influence, and whether or not he’s a withered pro.

Norman 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: - Hoodie Allen abandons stack - Phil Hellmuth cooler - Letter to the table - WSOP Bubble - Father/Daughter cash Main Event - WSOP Champs - Angry Chance Kornuth - Isai Sheinberg honored by WPT

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Welcome to the show 00:57 | Norman Chad joins the show 01:19 | Where is Chad? 02:54 | WSOP Main Event Payouts 11:38 | Calling the Clock 11:53 | Hoodie Allen abandons Main Event chip stack 13:53 | Hellmuth get coolered to exit Main Event 15:53 | Player writes a letter to their Main Event table 17:53 | WSOP Main Event money bubble pops 19:53 | Father/Daughter both cash WSOP Main Event 21:53 | Former WSOP Main Event winners still in the 2023 field 23:53 | Chance Kornuth gets clock called on dinner break 25:53 | Isai Scheinberg honored by WPT 28:10 | Sponsor: Global Poker 28:41 | Guest Ryan Depaulo joins the show 49:03 | July Freerolls for PokerNews listeners

On the latest PokerNews Podcast episode, Jesse Fullen and special co-host Norman Chad continue The Chad & Jesse Poker Show straight from the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP). 

They welcome GGPoker Ambassador Kevin Martin to the show as this week’s guest. The Big Brother Canada winner talked about meeting his wife on the show, how he found his way into poker and the streaming game, and busting the record-breaking 2023 WSOP Main Event. He also offers up three names when it comes to who he admires most in the poker content space.

Norman 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: - Broken Record - Hellmuth wins bracelet No. 17 - Hellmuth’s circus costume - WSOP POY Race - Chris Brewer wins 2nd bracelet  - WSOP Main Event Bad Beat - WSOP KO – Hand #1 - Dirty Diaper is back

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Welcome to the show 00:40 | Chad Holloway is out, Norman Chad is in! 01:48 | The 2023 WSOP Main Event is here 02:57 | Remembering WSOP Main Event legends 25:38 | Sponsor: Global Poker 26:12 | Broken Record for WSOP Main Event 28:12 | Hellmuth wins bracelet No. 17 30:12 | Hellmuth’s circus costume 32:12 | WSOP POY Race 34:12 | Chris Brewer wins 2nd bracelet  36:12 | WSOP Main Event Bad Beat 38:12 | WSOP KO – Hand #1 40:12 | Dirty Diaper is back 42:35 | Guest Kevin Martin joins the show 43:38 | Meeting wife on Big Brother Canada and then winning the cash! 44:12 | K-Mart’s poker origin story 47:30 | Venturing into the streaming game 49:54 | What was it like for Norman Chad to experience the “Moneymaker Boom” 53:00 | Notching his biggest score 55:25 | Busting the WSOP Main Event 56:15 | Retiring in 2019 59:43 | Who is Kevin Martin impressed by in poker? 1:03:02 | July Freerolls for PokerNews listeners

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). 

They are joined by none other than Daniel Negreanu, who took a break from his busy summer schedule to talk about a plethora of topics including what it’s been like running deep in the lower buy-in, big field events, interacting with fans, and how he feels about his performance thus far.

The GGPoker Ambassador also offers his thoughts on the Poker Hall of Fame, including who he thinks will get in and the changes he’d like to see moving forward. Finally, “Kid Poker” offers his prediction for the 2023 WSOP Main Event, which is also the first big topic discussed by the hosts.

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: - Jason Mercier wins 6th gold bracelet - Ladies Event sets record - Greg Raymer wins two Las Vegas tournaments - PokerNews Cup huge hit - 2023 WSOP Player of the Year update - Mike Matusow w/ back-to-back final tables - High Stakes Duel 4 – Doug Polk vs. Daniel Negreanu - Phil Hellmuth & Daniel Negreanu 2023 WSOP update

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Welcome to the show 01:26 | WSOP Main Event right around the corner 05:30 | Predictions for the WSOP Main Event 09:00 | Will a female make the WSOP Main Event final table? 09:30 | Sponsor: Global Poker 09:55 | Jason Mercier wins 6th gold bracelet 11:55 | Ladies Event sets record 13:55 | Greg Raymer wins two Las Vegas tournaments 15:55 | PokerNews Cup huge hit 17:55 | 2023 WSOP Player of the Year update 19:55 | Mike Matusow w/ back-to-back final tables 21:55 | High Stakes Duel 4 – Doug Polk vs. Daniel Negreanu 23:55 | Phil Hellmuth & Daniel Negreanu 2023 WSOP update 26:10 | Guest Daniel Negreanu joins the show 26:45 | How is your summer going so far? 27:37 | What’s it like having to interact with all the fans? 28:20 | 10 a.m. restarts not so popular 29:10 | Proposed changes to the Poker Hall of Fame 30:20 | Brian Rast is a “shoo-in” 31:00 | Not Mike Matusow’s year 31:40 | The PHoF backlog 33:32 | Who is Poker Hall of Famer Roger Moore 34:20 | Doyle Brunson’s Celebration of Life 35:25 | Any fun Doyle stories? 36:00 | Negreanu’s prediction for the 2023 WSOP Main Event 37:00 | Any plans to travel post-WSOP?

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). 

They are joined by renowned Japanese vlogger Masato Yokosawa, AKA “World Wide Yokosawa.” While players in the United States might think folks like Brad Owen and Andrew Neeme have the biggest vlog followings in the world, that distinction actually belongs to Masato, who regularly clears 600K views on each of his vlogs!

The Japanese vlogging sensation opens up about his start in poker, what inspired him to start a vlog, and how he’s managed to turn it into a smashing success with the help of a creative team. He also talks about his desire to win a WSOP gold bracelet, how Daniel Negreanu and Phil Hellmuth are perceived in his home country, and what the future looks like for poker in Japan.

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: - Man proposes to woman after winning WSOP bracelet - Man awaiting trial for “intent to commit murder” wins online bracelet - Daniel Negreanu proposes Poker Hall of Fame changes - Billy Baxter finishers runner-up in Seniors Event - Phil Hellmuth makes deep run in $10,000 H.O.R.S.E. - Ryan Eriquezzo multitasks way to 3rd gold bracelet - Shaun Deeb retakes 2023 WSOP POY lead - Mike Matusow nearly captures 5th gold bracelet

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Welcome to the show 01:29 | Thoughts on Ali Imsirovic’s video addressing cheating allegations 03:20 | Bullshit on paying his dues 06:57 | Call for Ali to be banned from all live events 08:30 | Let someone ask the tough questions 11:00 | Is there any redemption to be had? 12:00 | Is it time for Ali to leave poker behind and move on? 15:45 | Sponsor: Global Poker 16:26 | The $1,100 buy-in, $1,000,000 GTD PokerNews Cup is here! 19:30 | Man proposes to woman after winning WSOP bracelet 21:30 | Man awaiting trial for “intent to commit murder” wins online bracelet 23:30 | Daniel Negreanu proposes Poker Hall of Fame changes 25: 30 | Billy Baxter finishers runner-up in Seniors Event 27:30 | Phil Hellmuth makes deep run in $10,000 H.O.R.S.E. 29:30 | Ryan Eriquezzo multitasks way to 3rd gold bracelet 31:30 | Shaun Deeb retakes 2023 WSOP POY lead 33:30 | Mike Matusow nearly captures 5th gold bracelet 35:45 | Guest Masato Yokosawa joins the show 37:00 | What got you into poker? 38:20 | What got you interested in starting a vlog? 40:35 | One vlog away from No. 200! 41:30 | Do you get stopped by fans? 42:20 | How did you get the “World Wide Yokosawa” nickname? 43:30 | How long have you been coming to the WSOP? 44:35 | Hitting $1 million in lifetime earnings 45:05 | What would it mean for you to win a WSOP gold bracelet? 46:00 | Respect for Daniel Negreanu 50:00 | Playing high-stakes live-streamed games 51:04 | How is Phil Hellmuth perceived in Japan? 52:25 | How did you create such amazing vlogs? 54:19 | What is poker like in Japan?  56:15 | What are your plans for the rest of the WSOP?

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). 

They are joined by Joey Ingram, AKA Papi, a lover of four-card poker. A prolific poker podcaster, Ingram is known for his marathon emergency investigations into such controversial matters as the Mike Postle and Robbi Jade Lew cheating allegations. Ingram, who was in L.A. for the Hustler Casino Live $1,000,000 Cash Game, recently returned to Las Vegas and was at the 2023 WSOP for the first time when he sat down with the guys. 

Hear what Ingram thinks the future holds for poker, which just might surprise you.

Chad and Jesse also break down all ten nominees for the Poker Hall of Fame Class of 2023. Only one will get in, and it’ll undoubtedly be a close affair with so many deserving individuals. 

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: - Their Poker Hall of Fame picks - Brian Rast wins $50K PPC for third time - Phil Ivey makes final table - Jeremy Ausmus captures 6th bracelet - PokerNews Cup June 29-July 3 - Doyle Brunson Celebration of Life - Ash + Charizard costumes - Hellmuth & Negreanu Week 4 updates

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Welcome to the show 00:54 | Chad is sick 01:30 | Breaking down the Poker Hall of Fame nominees 05:46 | Mixed Game Series at Resorts World from July 2-6 15:07 | Sponsor: Global Poker 15:40 | Calling the Clock 15:50 | Who do you want to see in the Poker Hall of Fame? 17:50 | Brian Rast wins $50K PPC for third time 19:50 | Phil Ivey makes final table 21:50 | Jeremy Ausmus captures 6th bracelet 23:50 | PokerNews Cup June 29-July 3 25:50 | Doyle Brunson Celebration of Life 27:50 | Ash + Charizard costumes 29:50 | Hellmuth & Negreanu Week 4 updates 31:54 | Guest Joey Ingram join the show 33:11 | Papi’s first time at the 2023 WSOP 33:33 | Tomorrow is Joey’s birthday 34:00 | First time` meeting Landon Tice 35:47 | Play-by-play of old fight videos 39:09 | How would Joey Ingram make poker better? 40:30 | How do you make a poker event everyone on the plenty would want to watch? 43:03 | Dream poker game – who would you pick? 44:10 | Daniel Negreanu a great ambassador 46:02 | Joey’s limited interaction with Doyle Brunson 48:20 | Anyone you want to interview that you haven’t? 50:45 | “Chicago Joey’s” foray into the poker world 53:40 | Thoughts on the Poker Hall of Fame nominees?

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).

They are joined by World Poker Tour (WPT) Ambassadors Andrew Neeme and Brad Owen, who open up about how their respective vlogs helped them build their poker careers. They also discuss upcoming WPT initiatives and play a little game where we quiz them on "who said it?" regarding quotes from their first-ever vlogs.

Chad and Jesse also break down the big frame coming out of the 2023 WSOP, which is the antics of Martin Kabrhel in the $250K Super High Roller. Some top pros have accused him of behaving inappropriately, with some even suggesting he could be cheating. We share some clips and hear from players on the ground during the event. What are your thoughts on the situation?

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: - Jason Koon plays $250K SHR but gets a refund - Chris Brewer run bad over; wins $250K SHR - Dan “Jungleman” Cates dresses as the Terminator - Chris Moneymaker makes 2023 WSOP debut in $50,000 PPC - Benny Glaser captures fifth gold bracelet - Johnny Chan makes deep run in pursuit of bracelet No. 11 - Gershon Distenfeld continues charitable endeavors - Joe Cada looks to join the five-time bracelet club

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Welcome to the show 01:25 | Martin Kabrhel causes controversy in $250,000 Super High Roller 03:15 | Andrew Robl calls out Kabrhel 04:50 | WSOP issues statement 11:35 | Martin Kabrhel responds, threatens legal action 15:12 | Sponsor: Global Poker 15:57 | Jason Koon plays $250K SHR but gets a refund 17:57 | Chris Brewer run bad over; wins $250K SHR 19:57 | Dan “Jungleman” Cates dresses as the Terminator 21:57 | Chris Moneymaker makes 2023 WSOP debut in $50,000 PPC 23:57 | Benny Glaser captures fifth gold bracelet 25:57 | Johnny Chan makes deep run in pursuit of bracelet No. 11 27:57 | Gershon Distenfeld continues charitable endeavors 29:57 | Joe Cada looks to join the five-time bracelet club 32:12 | Guests Brad Owen & Andrew Neeme join the show 35:21 | The success of meet-up games (MUGs) 41:43 | Summing up last 12-18 months in a few words 44:00 | Memories of Doyle Brunson & Phil Ivey at the WPT World Championship MUG 47:00 | WPT Voyages on the high seas 49:10 | Game Time – Who said it in their first vlog, Andrew or Brad?

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). 

They are joined by GGPoker Ambassador Jason Koon, who took some time before jumping into the WSOP $250,000 Super High Roller.

Koon talks about expecting his second child, and as fate would have it, the day after recording his wife went into labor and he had to pull out of the aforementioned tournament. In addition to sharing what it's like being a family man, Koon discusses integrity in poker, his personal goals, and a never-before-shared prop bet he has with Bill Perkins.

Koon, who currently sits fifth on the all-time poker money list according to The Hendon Mob with nearly $48 million, also discusses his love of poker history, shares a Doyle Brunson story, and just opens up about poker and life. Don't miss your chance to hear from one of the best.

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: - Failed Texas Poker Bill - Ben Lamb wins 2nd bracelet - Phil Hellmuth & Daniel Negreanu make runs - Wild AA v KK v KK v QQ hand - Mike Holtz WSOP.com Online POY? - John Monnette captures bracelet No. 5 - $50K PPC starts Sunday - Shaun Deeb wins his sixth WSOP gold bracelet

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Welcome to the show 00:47 | Revealing Today’s Guest Jason Koon 01:34 | Daniel Negreanu Misbehaves After VGK Stanley Cup Win 04:43 | WSOP Player of the Year Standings Update 07:15 | Global Poker: Grand Prix Turbo Series 08:29 | Calling The Clock 08:28 | Texas Poker Bill 2345: Update 10:30 | Ben Lamb Issues $500 Twitter Challenge 12:32 | Update on Daniel Negreanu & Phil Hellmuth 14:32 | Aces vs Kings vs Kings vs Queens :exploding_head: 16:33 | WSOP.com PoY - Mike Holtz again? 18:33 | John Monnette Joins 5-Timers Club 20:32 | Can Jungleman Win 3 In a Row? 22:33 | Shaun Deeb Wins Sixth WSOP Bracelet 24:46 | Jason Koon Joins Chad & Jesse 25:20 | Jason Koon about why the 250k is special to him 29:25 | Jason Koon Gives Poker Advice 32:42 | Is Jason one of the fittest poker players? 34:11 | Poker Integrity Council 37:11 | Poker Hall of Fame 40:00 | Giving up on poker 40:46 | Triton Poker Dan Smith 43:13 | Who Will Win the $250K?

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). 

This week, they are joined by Acesholes Podcast hosts Caitlin Comeskey and Nikki Limo, who discuss their respective backgrounds in both entertainment and poker. The competitive duo, who are only separated by a few thousand in career earnings, then played a fun game of "Who Said It - Phil Hellmuth or Kanye West?"

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: * David “ODB" Baker wins third bracelet * Josh Arieh wins fifth bracelet; case for Poker Hall of Fame? * Sturm on Fire * Johnny World burns Ben Lamb, who gets last laugh * Hello Kitty * Twitter Spaces * Daniel Negreanu 2023 WSOP update * Phil Hellmuth 2023 WSOP update

Listen to those stories and more on the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast! Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Welcome to the show 01:15 | 2023 WSOP off to a red-hot start; numbers are up! 07:35 | Chad’s drinking contest against Viktor “Isildur1” Blom 10:54 | Sponsor: Global Poker 11:55 | Calling the Clock 12:14 | David “ODB Baker wins third bracelet 14:14 | Josh Arieh wins fifth bracelet; case for Poker Hall of Fame? 16:14 | Sturm on Fire 18:14 | Johnny World burns Ben Lamb, who gets last laugh 20:14 | Hello Kitty 22:14 | Twitter Spaces 24:14 | Daniel Negreanu 2023 WSOP update 26:14 | Phil Hellmuth 2023 WSOP update 28:24 | Guests Nikki Limo & Caitlin Comeskey join the show 31:03 | Nikki’s intro into the entertainment world 32:49 | How did you two meet? 33:44 | How did you get into poker? 39:35 | Who has more tournament winnings? 42:37 | What was it like to win a Global Poker Award? 45:00 | Nikki’s Royal Flush vs. Quads 46:35 | Who Said It – Phil Hellmuth or Kanye West?

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). 

 This week, they are joined by Poker Hall of Famer Jack McClelland, who served as the Tournament Director of the WSOP from 1984-98. He was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2014 alongside Daniel Negreanu, and he talks about that honor as well as memories of Stu Ungar and Doyle Brunson, and what it was like to work for the legendary Benny Binion.

 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:

• Man wins WSOP bracelet after no poker for 9 years because ex-girlfriend didn’t like it
• -2023 WSOP POY Update
• MI/PA Bracelets
• Poker Hall of Fame picks
• PokerNews Cup returns
• 2023 BetMGM Poker Championship
• Isaac Haxton wins first bracelet
• Infamous “Nut Tap” on the rail

 Listen to those stories and more on the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast! 

Time Stamps*Time | Topic*00:35 | Welcome to the show01:20 | Sponsor: Global Poker01:50 | Poker Hall of Fame nominations are open03:18 | Jesse’s thoughts on the PHoF05:50 | Should it be only living PHoF members voting?06:30 | The backlog problem09:58 | Potential nominees10:42 | Calling the Clock10:55 | Man wins WSOP bracelet after no poker for 9 years because ex-girlfriend didn’t like it12:55 | 2023 WSOP POY Update14:55 | MI/PA Online Bracelets16:55 | Poker Hall of Fame picks18:55 | PokerNews Cup returns20:55 | 2023 BetMGM Poker Championship22:55 | Isaac Haxton wins first bracelet24:55 | Infamous “Nut Tap” on the rail27:05 | Guest Jack McClelland joins the show28:14 | Being WSOP Tournament Director 1984-9832:07 | Best Benny Binion conversation33:21 | Memories of Doyle Brunson34:20 | Stu Ungar stories36:30 | Not enough silver at the 1994 WSOP37:54 | Creating the vintage WSOP video game42:45 | Working alongside his wife46:20 | Bringing the WPT to Bellagio47:53 | What was it like to be inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame

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).

This week, they are joined by Steve "Cuz" Buckner, who last year was a breakout player on the World Poker Tour (WPT), ultimately finishing as runner-up in the Player of the Year race. The boisterous player originally from Brooklyn has established himself as a true character of the game, and you just might be surprised by his story. Plus, find out if he'd rather win a WSOP gold bracelet or a WPT title.

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: - Nick Schulman wins 4th bracelet - Doug Polk makes waves in $25K Heads-Up Championship - Highlights from the Mystery Millions - Allen Kessler notches 100th WSOP cash - Phil Hellmuth makes deep run in $600 NLH - Chris Brewer’s post-mullet run bad - What’s next for Hustler Casino Live? - Chad Eveslage wins two bracelets in both Dealer’s Choice events

Listen to those stories and more on the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Welcome to the show 01:02 | Sponsor: Global Poker 01:35 | $300 Gladiator Event set to kick off 05:00 | $300 Deep Stack vs. worse-structured bracelet event? 09:34 | Would you watch a behind-the-scenes WSOP documentary 12:32 | Calling the Clock 13:28 | Nick Schulman wins 4th bracelet 15:28 | Doug Polk makes a run in $25K HU Championship 17:30 | Mystery Millions mints three poker millionaires! 19:30 | Allen Kessler notches 100th WSOP cash 21:31 | Hellmuth makes run in $600 NLH event 23:34 | Is Chris Brewer experiencing post-mullet run bad? 25:31 | Where does Hustler Casino Live (HCL) go from here? 27:32 | Chad Eveslage wins pair of Dealer’s Choice bracelets 29:40 | Guest Steve “Cuz” Buckner joins the show

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). 

 This week, they are joined by the legendary WSOP commentator Lon McEachern, who talked about his career, winning a WSOP Circuit gold ring, and playing in the Tournament of Champions. He also shares some fond memories of the late Doyle Brunson.

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:

Hustler Casino Live (HCL) – Tom DwanHustler Casino Live (HCL) – Doug PolkAccused CheatersTraffic TroublesTable NeedlingFirst Bracelet Win – Negreanu or Hellmuth?Phil Hellmuth’s Tracksuit – Hot or Not?$25K Fantasy Draft

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

Time Stamps*Time | Topic*00:35 | Sponsor: Global Poker01:10 | Welcome to the show01:43 | Bounty Series V kicks off on Global Poker on June 502:47 | Chad & Jesse go deep in Event #1: $500 Casino Employee03:36 | Jesse Fullen interviews… Jesse Fullen?!?08:30 | Peter Thai wins Event #1: Casino Employees for $75,53509:57 | Alexandre Vuilleumier wins Event #2: $25,000 High Roller 6-Handed for $1,215,86411:15 | Calling the Clock (intro by Bob Smith)11:45 | Hustler Casino Live – Tom Dwan wins record $3.1 million pot14:06 | Doug Polk randomizing with aces16:36 | Accused cheaters at the WSOP18:41 | Traffic around the WSOP20:46 | Is table needling an issue?22:50 | Who will win a bracelet first – Negreanu or Hellmuth?25:00 | Hot or Not – Phil Hellmuth’s new tracksuit27:04 | What team do you like in the $25K Fantasy Draft29:00 | Guest Lon McEachern joins the show31:00 | How did you come to work the WSOP back in 2002?33:55 | Lon’s early learning curve – mistaking Phil Gordon for Phil Hellmuth35:46 | Craziest story from the WSOP37:50 | Favorite Doyle Brunson memories39:20 | Getting to play against “Texas Dolly”41:20 | Favorite WSOP Main Event winner43:20 | Winning a WSOP Circuit ring45:40 | Playing the Tournament of Champions49:05 | Ever think about writing a poker book?51:51 | The “Llama Karen” nickname

On the latest PokerNews Podcast episode, Chad Holloway and Jesse Fullen introduce The Chad & Jesse Poker Show straight from the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP). It's there that they catch up with Ty Stewart, the Executive Director of the WSOP, to talk about summer plans and preparation, the status of Vince Vaughn as WSOP Master of Ceremonies, and any potential plans to honor the late Doyle Brunson.

He also offers his thoughts on the WSOP Main Event field size, the Mystery Millions, and who he thinks will win a bracelet first -- Hellmuth or Negreanu.

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: * Tropicana Poker Live Stream * Mystery Millions * Gladiators * HCL Million * One Drop * Single Table Satellites * WPT Final Tables * Solvers

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:35 | Welcome to the show 01:00 | Chatting w/ WSOP Executive Director Ty Stewart 02:30 | Being prepared for the 2023 WSOP 07:30 | 20th Anniversary of Chris Moneymaker’s big win 12:20 | Vince Vaughn hangs up his hat as WSOP Master of Ceremonies 13:02 | Is anything planned to honor Doyle Brunson during the 2023 WSOP? 15:00 | Any opportunities to work with Jack Binion in the future? 16:38 | Who will a bracelet first – Daniel Negreanu or Phil Hellmuth? 17:48 | The Mystery Millions – Is an Amateur or Pro going to win $1 million? 19:27 | How big will the 2023 WSOP Main Event be? 21:56 | Calling the Clock 22:35 | Eric Persson’s new poker room and live stream to Tropicana Las Vegas 24:43 | Thoughts on the Mystery Millions 26:45 | Thoughts on a $300 bracelet event at the 2023 WSOP 28:47 | Is the Hustler Casino Live $1M Cash Game a success? 30:45 | $1M Big One for One Drop slated for WPT World Championship 32:43 | Single Table Satellites gone from the WSOP 34:49 | Trio of World Poker Tour (WPT) final tables 36:48 | Solver controversy

On the latest PokerNews Podcast episode, Chad Holloway and Jesse Fullen introduce plans for the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP), including the new Chad & Jesse Poker Show!

They also discuss visiting the Poker Night in America Studio 52, the upcoming Grand Poker Series and $1,000,000 PokerNews Cup, and highlights from the East Coast Road Trip. That includes adventures with Ryan Depaulo and Greg Merson, plus this week's guest, Olivier Busquet, talks about online poker in New Jersey and the state of the poker industry.

Other topics covered include Benny Glaser winning his 10th PokerStars SCOOP title, Jeremy Becker's Wynn poker heater, Bin Weng taking down the WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown, Matt Berkey defeating Nik Airball, and the return of the $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop.

Finally, hear a winner's interview from Mike Watson, who took down the EPT Monte Carlo to become just the third player in history to win two EPT titles.

Listen to those stories and more on the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast!

Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:25 | Welcome to the show 02:10 | Introducing The Chad & Jesse Poker Show 05:25 | Poker Night in America’s Studio 52 07:11 | Golden Nugget’s Grand Poker Series + $1M GTD PokerNews Cup 09:33 | Sponsor: 888poker 09:45 | PokerNews Discord for exclusive Freeroll Passwords 10:30 | Highlights from the East Coast Road Trip – Ryan Depaulo & Greg Merson 18:20 | Guest Olivier Busquet joins the show 19:30 | Falling ill at the Borgata 20:20 | What are you up to these days? 23:00 | The problems with social media 26:30 | Staying in shape 28:00 | Diving back into online poker in New Jersey 33:23 | Playing cash – no online tournament in years 34:18 | Any WSOP aspirations? 38:20 | Thoughts on the current high stakes landscape 41:30 | Does poker have interesting personalities? 44:48 | Doing poker commentary 51:00 | Giving too much authority to the opinions of wealthy amateurs   55:50 | What’s bringing new players into the game in this day and age? 1:01:17 | Sponsor: Global Poker 1:02:30 | Benny Glaser wins 10th PokerStars SCOOP title 1:04:00 | Mike Watson wins EPT Monte Carlo; becomes third two-time champ 1:06:18 | Winner interview w/ Mike Watson 1:09:50 | Sponsor: partypoker 1:11:00 | Jeremy Becker has won 8 titles at Wynn since March 25 1:14:00 | $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop returns 1:15:10 | Bin Weng wins WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown 1:17:32 | Sponsor: WPT Global 1:18:18 | Matt Berkey defeats Nik Airball for $1M 1:20:00 | Bar Poker Open coming to Golden Nugget in June

In a special episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Jesse Fullen, and Connor Richards gather to talk about the passing of legendary poker player Doyle Brunson. They share their favorite memories of "Texas Dolly," including personal interactions and behind-the-scenes stories.

They also discuss the impact he's had on the game of poker throughout his 70-year career, which included his Texas Road Gambler Days, being there for the formation of the World Series of Poker (WSOP), and winning 10 gold bracelets and a World Poker Tour (WPT) title.

Additionally, Chad and Jesse relive their 2022 "Texas Road Trip" in which they visited Doyle's hometown, colleague, and other prominent locales.

“There’s no life like the life I’ve lived. You’re free like a cloud floating up in the sky.” – Doyle Brunson