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Join Jeff Gross in his conversations with the best poker players and industry leaders to learn what sets them apart from the rest.
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Thursday Feb 11, 2021
Thursday Feb 11, 2021
Convolk, an artist and producer, shares his dreams and uncertainties about the future, what inspires him to create music, and how to tap into the soul or spirit in music. He reveals how the music industry has changed over the years, his inspiration, and why he loves the process of making music. Tune in to hear Alex explain the similarities between poker and music, how to start recording from home, and the biggest lesson he’s learned about discipline – and learn why honesty is his superpower.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 18:00 – How the music industry has changed, his connection to poker, his channel and fanbase, his inspiration, how the music is made, and his origin story.
- 18:00 – 34:00 – The process, what he thinks about his future, mental health, the pressures of always improving, the origin of his name, his genre of music, and why it’s unique.
- 34:00 – 52:00 – Stories of special fans, how he feels onstage, his superpower, how to start recording music, and his biggest lesson learned about grinding and laziness.
- 52:00 – 01:11:00 – Balancing what you want in life, turning problems into power, the connection between success and discipline, and his poker plans and goals.
- 01:11:00 – 01:27:00 – Poker exploitations, creative play, discipline, being open to being wrong, listening to input, and how he structures his poker play.
- 01:27:00 – 01:39:00 – His favorite hands, where he likes to play live, streaming, where you can find his music, the talent he sees in the industry, and how you can keep in touch.
3 Key Points
- Do what you love.
- Always come back to the table.
- Be honest.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- Convolk’s Twitter
- Convolk’s Instagram
- Convolk’s SoundCloud
Saturday Feb 06, 2021
Saturday Feb 06, 2021
Chris Moneymaker, an ACR ambassador and the 2003 WSOP Main Event Champion, shares some career highlights, the dangers of early success, and what he does to boost his game. He recalls past hands, biggest bluffs, and big scores and shares his daily mantra when he won the WSOP. Tune in to hear what Chris does to control his emotions and learn how the game has evolved over nearly two decades.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 30:00 – Why he left PokerStars, his experience with them, why he’s happy to be with ACR, tournament reminiscing, and some hand highlights.
- 30:00 – 45:00 – Final tabling, how he instinctually played, his daily mantra, hand histories, how he used to play, and his big bluff.
- 45:00 – 01:03:00 – What he wishes he could’ve done differently, how he got sponsored, why he joined ACR, his biggest score, and his marriage.
- 01:03:00 – 01:26:00 – Recounting his past big plays, what he thinks about early success, why he got complacent, and what he does to improve his game.
- 01:26:00 – 01:41:00 – Staying at home, being with his kids, what his schedule will be like, why there’s more money in sports betting, and sports cards.
- 01:41:00 – 02:10:00 – On having the button, having fun, skill, luck, when he plays and cashes in, controlling emotions, what he thinks of HUDs, and his favorite food.
3 Key Points
- Don’t get complacent.
- Study!
- Early success doesn’t guarantee continued success.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- Chris’ Twitter
- Chris’ Instagram
- Chris’ HendonMob
Wednesday Feb 03, 2021
Wednesday Feb 03, 2021
Ludwig Ahgren, a Twitch streamer, YouTube personality, and actor, reveals how he built up his stream, his streaming superpowers, and what he hopes for the future of online poker. He shares his strategy for going live, why he had to set a boundary when it comes to collaborations, and what people can expect from his stream. Tune in to hear what Ludwig does to avoid burnout, how he strategizes to take time off, and the keys to livestreaming – and learn the investment it takes to start your own stream.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 12:30 – His streaming career, his schooling, his background, his hopes for poker, delays when streaming poker, and how his channel has grown.
- 12:30 – 24:00 – Multi-streaming, memes, his 5-year plan, saying no to collaborations, the strategy he uses to go live, and what people can expect from his stream.
- 24:00 – 36:00 – His streaming superpowers, Twitch jeopardy, his relationship, charity streams, how he protects against burnout, finds time to disconnect, and takes time off.
- 36:00 – 50:00 – His interests in poker, how COVID helped streamers, his first stream, acting, the keys to livestreaming and content creation, and the investment needed to go live.
- 50:00 – 01:02:00 – His worst win story, his travels, his biggest win, information about his average streams, and how he calls out subs.
- 01:02:00 – 01:12:00 – How he handles responses on YouTube and Twitch, what he would do if he wasn’t streaming, what he thinks about Burning Man, and his thoughts on esports.
3 Key Points
- The big get bigger.
- Go live with purpose.
- Take strategic time off.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- Ludwig’s Twitter
- Ludwig’s Twitch
- Ludwig’s Instagram
- Ludwig’s YouTube
Saturday Jan 30, 2021
Saturday Jan 30, 2021
Matt Waxman, a WPT champion and WSOP bracelet winner with $4M+ in live MTT earnings, reveals all the juicy details about his new company, POKERithm. He shares why poker is a game of skill, how rankings and promotions work on the site, and why competitive play will be rewarded. Tune in to hear what Matt does to bring his A-game to the table, how to study differently for live versus online poker, and the importance of game theory – and discover how he cultivated his own unique poker style.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 15:00 – About POKERithm and how it works, why it’s good for people who are just starting out, and why it’s a great way to bring people into poker.
- 15:00 – 29:00 – Poker being a game of skill, how he gets people organized and to commit, how they come up with the hands, rankings and promotions, and what they want people to do.
- 29:00 – 57:00 – His most exciting win, his results and poker history, some poker highlights, what it’s like to play in Europe, and his poker career.
- 57:00 – 01:00:30 – On bringing his A-game, his winning strategy, the role of luck, playing instinctually versus mathematically, and how he learned important poker concepts.
- 01:00:30 – 01:11:30 – How he’s improved his poker game, how he cultivated his own style, how game theory will make you great at poker, and the difference between live and online.
- 01:11:30 – 01:23:30 – Recommendations for new players, why he can’t win because of masks at live tournaments, and the winning snack combo that Jeff uses is revealed!
3 Key Points
- Play poker on POKERithm to get better without losing money.
- Think about your own game and style.
- Get that practice in!
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- POKERithm
- Matt’s Twitter
- Matt’s HendonMob
Saturday Jan 23, 2021
Saturday Jan 23, 2021
Erind “Froste” Puka, a Twitch streamer and member of The Mob and 100 Thieves, is learning how to prioritize his mental health and follow his passions. He shares how he got into streaming, how he got partnered, and his thoughts on gaming consoles. Tune in to hear Froste’s thoughts on the streamer lifestyle – and learn what he’s up to in the poker world.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 29:00 – On turning 21 during a pandemic, what he thinks about mental health and streaming, how he got into streaming, his origin story, and the leagues.
- 29:00 – 51:30 – Poker streaming, what has helped him improve his game, his streaming plans, what he thinks about delays, gamer pay, and funny moments.
- 51:30 – 01:18:30 – His favorite stream of all time, how people get partnered, how to get better in games, his style of streaming, the “fun factor,” and his thoughts on gaming consoles.
- 01:18:30 – 01:46:30 – His favorite food, his tech setup, his name, how Call of Duty got big in esports, the streamer lifestyle, and why passion is so important.
- 01:46:30 – 02:07:00 – On mental health, balance, what it’s like to live in LA as a content creator, why he feels drained, and why he wants a normal life.
- 02:07:00 – 02:30:00 – How he improved his poker game, what he’s still figuring out about his poker game, variance, the role of luck in life and poker, and Twitter drama.
3 Key Points
- Have fun!
- Everything loses its “fun factor” after a while.
- Do what you’re passionate about.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- Froste’s Twitter
- Froste’s Instagram
- Froste’s Twitch
Friday Jan 15, 2021
Friday Jan 15, 2021
Carl Froch, 4x Super-Middleweight World Champion and partypoker ambassador, knows what separates good poker players from exceptional ones. He shares his winning mindset, the similarities between boxing and poker, why he retired from the sport, and how he prepared for the ring. Tune in to hear Carl’s take on lockdowns and mainstream media – and learn what he recommends people do to get a balanced view on the world.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 17:00 – How Carl got into boxing, his amateur and professional boxing careers, his fight history, fight stories, wins, and controversies.
- 17:00 – 32:00 - Why he retired, his “signing-off fight,” why so many fighters don’t know when to quit, what he thinks about the Rocky movies, and how he got into poker.
- 32:00 – 40:00 - How he prepares to play poker, the kind of poker he likes to play, what he misses about live poker, the similarities between poker and boxing, and studying.
- 40:00 – 01:03:30 – What separates good players from exceptional players, his winning mindset, his podcast Froch on Fighting, his thoughts on fighting, and his least favorite hand.
- 01:03:30 – 01:19:00 – On other sports, his team, the sponsorships and commercial side in his career and after, and how he prepared for the ring.
- 01:19:00 – 01:29:30 – On COVID-19’s impact on boxing, why boxing needs a crowd, the opportunities boxers have to make money, and his thoughts on lockdowns and mainstream media.
3 Key Points
- Social media has changed the game for many industries.
- There’s an adrenaline rush in both poker and boxing.
- Know when to fold.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- Carl’s Twitter
- Carl’s Instagram
- Carl’s Website
Friday Jan 01, 2021
Friday Jan 01, 2021
Ryan Reiss, the 2013 WSOP Main Event champion and WPT champion with $15M in live MTT earnings, knows the line between confident and cocky. He shares why confidence is important for success, how he stays focused when the stakes are high, and how he balances poker and family life. Tune in to hear Ryan’s thoughts on goal setting and studying – and hear why he believes your skill level and results won’t always correlate.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 19:00 – Ryan’s thoughts on recent tournaments, the benefits of bitcoin for poker players, his poker background, and the story of his first ever recorded win.
- 19:00 – 35:30 – How Ryan spent his winnings, reminiscing on past wins and challenges, his secrets to success and staying focused, and the line between confidence and cocky.
- 35:30 – 53:00 – On skill level, results, variance, HUDs, real names, bans, limiting re-buys, online events, his thoughts on the main event, his favorite cities, and reflecting on big wins.
- 53:00 – 01:10:30 – The best attributes to have as a player, how he considers tournaments, how he maintains balance between poker and life, sponsorships, and 2021 thoughts.
- 01:10:30 – 01:25:00 – On keeping a level head in the WSOP, studying, a big picture view of the upcoming WSOP, and selling action.
- 01:25:00 – On being a gamer, Ryan’s poker goals, how he thinks about goal setting, poker and tournaments as a stream of income, and staking.
3 Key Points
- You have to have confidence.
- Always consider variance.
- Skill and results don’t always correlate.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- Ryan’s Twitter
- Ryan’s Hendon Mob
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Audley Harrison, an Olympic gold medalist and 2010 European heavyweight champion, changed the future of boxing forever. He shares his boxing success, how he stayed focus on his purpose, and what he did to change careers. Tune in to hear Audley’s winning mindset philosophy, how he got into poker, and what will “break your soul” at the table – and hear what strategy is the same whether you’re in the ring or on the felt.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 14:00 - Audley’s experience during the pandemic, his childhood, how he discovered boxing, his boxing successes, his schooling, and how he put boxing on the map in the U.K.
- 14:00 – 27:30 - His thoughts on finances and investing, promoting, his accomplishments, what did and didn’t work, and how he pivoted and kept control of his career.
- 27:30 – 40:00 - Online poker, living in Vegas, his “WHY”, his purpose, how everything opened up doors for other things, and his wins and losses.
- 40:00 – 01:04:00 - On joining the system, how he got into a winning mindset, how he changed the future of boxing, and his poker journey.
- 01:04:00 – 01:11:00 - On the science of boxing, the Antonio vs. Kevin fight, fighting while he’s injured, and how his conviction plays out on the poker table.
- 01:11:00 – On breaking your soul in poker, being the gambler or the house, holding your position, and his training diet.
3 Key Points
- Be proud of your accomplishments.
- Everything happens for a reason if you don’t quit.
- Play with conviction.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- Audley’s Instagram
- Audley’s Twitter
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Steve Dannenmann, a CPA, 2005 WSOP Main Event Runner-Up, and poker pro with $4.8M of live MTT earnings, says he’s the luckiest guy in the world. He shares how luck was involved in poker back in the day versus now, how he’s gotten lucky on the golf course, and how he played his luck in the WSOP. Tune in to hear Steve’s poker philosophy, why he thought the WSOP was boring, and what he bought with his winnings – and learn why he believes we’re all salespeople who need to play life full-out.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 15:00 – Steve’s poker background, playing in the WSOP, the role of luck in poker then and now, keeping his day job, and poker for making money.
- 15:00 – 28:00 – On being lucky, what happened at the WSOP, how he chose to play, his book story, why you pick on the weak, and how to find opportunities.
- 28:00 – 39:30 – On playing high and low stakes, separating work and play, poker memories and distractions, and what he thinks of online poker.
- 39:30 – 55:00 – Poker stories, more tournament wins, what he bought with his winnings, how his style has changed, how poker has progressed, his philosophy, and why the WSOP was boring.
- 55:00 – 01:05:30 – On taking some money off the table, his $8,000 refrigerator for beer, his boat, not working much, and what he enjoys doing with his daughters.
- 01:05:30 – 01:17:30 – On balance, enjoying time with his kids while they’re young, everything involving sales and marketing, playing full out in life, and trust-building as an accountant.
3 Key Points
- Find opportunities.
- Luck plays a role, but back it up with skill.
- Have a balanced life.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Christian Harder, a pro poker player with $4.5M+ in earnings winner of the PokerStars Championship, has withstood the test of time and is still crushing it in poker. He shares how he got good with the help of his friends, his superpower and advantages, how he handles swings, and what it took to figure out his edge. Tune in to hear Christian’s thoughts on the main event, how he handled winning and losing years, why adaptability will always be an X-factor – and hear his stories that involve a few other poker legends.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 13:30 – His COVID experience, playing online PLO, his poker journey, his best year in online poker, how the game changed, swings, and how he got good.
- 13:30 – 27:00 – On figuring out the balance and his edge, online tournaments, getting bored and losing the fire for the grind, what differentiates him from the rest, sports, and live vs. online.
- 27:00 – 48:00 – Poker table drama, sports during COVID, having peer support to improve your game, what he enjoys outside of poker, and his superpower.
- 48:00 – 59:00 – His thoughts on the main event, online poker security, exciting things happening in poker, his hopes for the future of poker, and his thoughts on HUDs.
- 59:00 – 01:08:30 – Election betting, politics, conspiracies, his losing years, his favorite starting hand, how he met Michael Phelps, personal development and growth stuff.
- 01:08:30 – 01:30:30 – On being adaptable and withstanding the test of time, how he first got into poker, poker legend stories, sports, and poker legalities.
3 Key Points
- Make poker friends and push each other to get better.
- Change your style and don’t be predictable.
- Adapt and evolve.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch