Matthew Staples - PartyPoker Team Online / Twitch Poker Streamer

In this episode, Matthew Staples, professional poker player for Party Poker and a Twitch streamer, reflects on how he never thought he’d take poker and Twitch seriously. He talks about the weight bet with his brother Jamie and Bill Perkins, how he got into poker by accident, and tells the story of his first stream ever. Jeff and Matthew reveal some tips for streamers and Matt shares his newfound obsession with Chess. Tune in to hear Matthew’s favorite content and studying resources – and hear what he thinks every poker player should learn.

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Time Stamped Show Notes:

• 00:00 – 20:00 – On his streaming and poker journey, goals, and process. 
• 20:00 – 33:00 – The weight prop bet, his biggest scores, and his future plans. 
• 33:00 – 44:00 – Advice and tips for streamers and his new love for chess.
• 44:00 – 01:00:00 – On his work ethic and biggest games.  
• 01:00:00 – 01:20:00 – His biggest result live, favorite YouTube channel, and way to manage tilts. 
• 01:20:00 – 01:40:00 – On his big Twitch moments, favorite content, and study schedule. 
• 01:40:00 – 02:00:00 – On keeping his private life private and his favorite place to play. 

3 Key Points

1. Learn by teaching!
2. Results come from being determined to get better. 
3. Study!

Contact/Resources

• Partner - Party Poker
• Website - Jeff Gross Poker
• Study Resource - Raise Your Edge