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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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Sunday Jun 14, 2020
Sunday Jun 14, 2020
Jordan Drummond, the founder and CEO of BBZ Poker, Twitch streamer, and member of Team partypoker Online, knows the tools that can bring financial security through poker. He gives his best pieces of wisdom for new players, shares why he keeps his mind and body strong, and reflects on the evolution of the game. Tune in to find out why Jordan says it’s okay to copy, cheat, and steal in poker – and learn why he invested in a $10,000 computer.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 20:00 – Jordan’s background, how he got into poker, what he invested in to get better, how BBZ Poker got started, his schedule, and when he performs best.
- 20:00 – 40:00 – Why Jordan started streaming, why and when he randomizes, how he uses streaming as a tool, and advice for finding financial stability through poker.
- 40:00 – 59:00 – Advice Jordan would give to new players, the structural differences in the game today, when you should copy, cheat and steal in poker, and when he takes vacations.
- 59:00 – 01:09:00 – How Jordan met his wife, how to avoid being “shitty dad”, and what he does to keep his mind, body, and personal relationships strong.
- 01:09:00 – 01:23:00 – Jordan’s work history, why he stopped playing for years, why he has a $10,000 computer, his biggest scores, and why he chose partypoker.
- 01:23:00 – 01:45:00 – On his stream giveaways, who he thinks are the best players, who has shaped his career, his favorite stops, and what he thinks about the future of poker.
3 Key Points
- Streaming is an extremely valuable tool.
- Learn by watching the pros.
- Get access to content to improve your game.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- BBZ Staking
- The BBZ Twitch
Friday May 15, 2020
Friday May 15, 2020
Bryan Paris, a professional poker player and Twitch streamer with over $12 million in online MTT cashes, is riding high on a recent big win. He shares how he’s seen the professionalism of poker increase over the years, explains how the games have changed, and breaks down the new selection opportunities available. Tune in to learn Bryan’s four adjustments for bounty builders, why he’s “cautiously optimistic” about the future, and how he manages his bankroll – and listen closely to his golden tip for aspiring professionals.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 20:00 - Bryan’s recent wins, his online tournament results, his history of getting 10th, how he manages multiple table play, streaming, and what games he plays.
- 20:00 – 42:00 - The professionalization of poker, the way the games have changed, the new selection opportunities, why he’s “cautiously optimistic” and his journey to poker.
- 42:00 – 52:30 - The worst day of his poker life, his thoughts on re-entries and freeze-outs, why he lives in Amsterdam, what he likes and dislikes about live poker.
- 52:30 – 01:16:00 - Bryan’s typical daily routine, how to set yourself up to make money playing poker, his recommended study resources, how he improves his game, and on being sponsored.
- 01:16:00 – 01:28:30 - On his big score, how he’s managing his bankroll, his biggest a-ha moment, and his golden tip for beginner players who want to take poker seriously.
- 01:28:30 – 01:44:00 - On his playing schedule, recommended book, the four adjustments for bounty builders, and content that he watches.
3 Key Points
- Live poker takes a longer time to see results.
- Stay fit and study – even if you’re stuck at home.
- Get person-to-person support when learning how to play poker.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- Bryan’s Twitter
- Bryan’s Twitch
Friday May 15, 2020
Friday May 15, 2020
Jamie Kerstetter, a professional poker player, commentator, and animal lover, shares the charity work she’s doing and why it’s so important to her. She explains why her improvement stalled for a while and what she’s doing now to ramp up her skills and crush it online. Tune in to learn how Jamie made peace with her nontraditional life path, how her family reacted to her career switch from law to poker, and how the live and online poker world is different for female players.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 24:00 – Pandemic updates from Las Vegas, her writing, background, poker journey, and what it’s like being a female poker player.
- 24:00 – 39:00 - Her parent’s reaction, how commentary helped her family accept her profession, the charity work she’s doing and why, and her passion for animals and especially pit bulls.
- 39:00 – 52:00 - When she started playing online, the emotional swings in tournaments, dealing with variance, why her improvement stalled, and what she’s doing to study now.
- 52:00 – 01:20:00 - On winning the 2019 Global Poker Awards Twitter Personality of the Year, her most meaningful tournament run, and what she thinks about Twitch.
- 01:20:00 – 01:31:00 - What made her an animal lover, who she enjoys commentating with, her favorite female players, and her nontraditional life path.
- 01:31:00 – 01:49:30 - Her love for soccer, what she hopes for the future, the importance of content, some of her favorite players, and who she’d kill, marry, and “snog” in poker.
3 Key Points
- There are huge swings in tournaments.
- You can create your own path.
- Think for yourself.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- Jamie’s Instagram
- Jamie’s Twitter
Friday May 15, 2020
Friday May 15, 2020
Matas Cimbolas, a professional poker player and WPT champion with $3,899,625 in MTT earnings, shares what it was like to become a young WPT champion. He talks about his mental game, what he attributes to his success, and when his wins began attracting attention. Tune in to learn how Matas prepared for that fateful final table, the resources he uses to study, and what he does to survive bad beats – and discover his best strategies for staying calm and controlled under pressure.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 07:00 – On his first-ever WPT win, how Lithuania has held up through the pandemic, how he used to be a huge grinder, and how he played and made connections at the WPT.
- 07:00 – 17:00 – What he attributes to his success, his travels, when his success began attracting attention, what he thinks of online vs. live poker, and his current routine.
- 17:00 – 32:00 – His mental game, his biggest online and live scores, how he started from the bottom by asking his brother for $5, and where he travels.
- 32:00 – 56:00 – His favorite series, thoughts on rebuys, his wedding plans, how he prepared for the final table, his thoughts on solvers and studying, and his normal routine.
- 56:00 – 57:30 – Strategies to stay calm, relax, and control yourself in pivotal spots, how to survive bad beats, and when he takes breaks.
- 57:30 – 01:00:00 – The sports he enjoys, his favorite hands, the worst and best hand he can remember, and reminiscing on past games and hands.
3 Key Points
- Take a break if you need to.
- $5 can change your life!
- Solvers are great study tools.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- Matas’ Twitter
- Matas’ HendonMob
Thursday May 14, 2020
Thursday May 14, 2020
Brian Rast, a professional poker player with total live earnings of $21,562,431, shares what he’s been up to during the coronavirus pandemic lockdown. He talks about his inspiration for getting into music, what he thinks about cryptocurrency, and how he’s seen the game change with the introduction of solvers. Tune in to learn how to “turn it on” at the table, enjoy good runs, and problem-solve – and learn how to balance yourself as a player to crush the game and enjoy the journey.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 20:00 – What Brian’s been doing during the pandemic, what he thinks about it, what he hopes will happen, and why he has gotten into DJing and music.
- 20:00 – 36:00 – Brian and Jeff’s experience at Burning Man, his beliefs and how he sees the world, and what he’s doing to continue learning.
- 36:00 – 01:06:00 – His poker winning streak, what solvers did to change the game, how he got into poker, his Counterstrike playing, and what he thinks about cryptocurrency.
- 01:06:00 – 01:24:00 – The games he loves, how he likes to play, his strengths, when he “turns it on”, and reflecting on Michael Jordan’s documentary and story.
- 01:24:00 – 01:37:30 – The YouTube channels he watches, breaking down his past big wins, the challenges of tournament playing, and the mindset balance needed to enjoy good runs.
- 01:37:30 – 02:10:00 – The things he realizes he needs to live a fulfilling life in and outside of poker, the balance you need to succeed, “problem-solving mystique”, and his Brazil travels.
3 Key Points
- Enjoy the good runs!
- Have a balance between being confident and being honest with yourself.
- Give yourself a change to discover exploits before just clicking buttons.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jeff’s Twitch
- Brian’s Website
- Brian’s Soundcloud
- Brian’s Twitter
Monday May 04, 2020
Monday May 04, 2020
Brad Owen, a professional poker player and superstar YouTube poker vlogger, shares how his YouTube channel blew up and what he thinks about negative comments on his videos. He explains how YouTube advertising has changed because of COVID-19 and what his plans are for upcoming content. Tune in to learn what he’s learned about poker, the advice he has for people wanting to become professional players, and why he believes poker is not a sport.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 33:00 – Brad’s journey, inspiration, events, how they partnered with casinos and hotels, his style, what he thinks of negative comments, and how his channel blew up.
- 33:00 – 49:00 - On how YouTube advertising has changed because of COVID-19, his past and upcoming content, and what he thinks about the coronavirus pandemic.
- 49:00 – 01:10:00 - A missing link in poker content, his online playing, gaming laws, his love of sports, and his strategy for putting out vlogs and why it works.
- 01:10:00 – 01:34:00 - On being in a Little Caesar’s commercial, having kids, his parents support, making people aware of the risk, and the lessons he’s learned from poker and sports.
- 01:34:00 – 01:48:00 - On staying humble, never getting too high or too low, why he believes poker is not a sport, why it’s important to stay current, and advice for players.
- 01:48:00 – 02:23:00 – On hitting bad beats, relating with viewers, losing the biggest pot in his life, what he thinks about competition, and his future predictions and goals.
3 Key Points
- Be smart with your money.
- Be aware of what you sign up for.
- Collaborate, don’t compete with fellow content creators.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Brad’s Facebook Community
- Brad’s YouTube
Monday May 04, 2020
Monday May 04, 2020
Daniel "Jungleman" Cates, one of the biggest online winners ever, is back to share his journey of personal development and spirituality. He explains how the online scene has changed and reveals the shifts he’s seeing in the game due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Tune in to hear Jungleman’s advice for improving and evaluating your poker game – and learn why he’d rather be the richest player, not the best.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 20:00 - On COVID-19, the games online, the things he does and likes outside of poker like mediation, blogging and journaling, and his challenge with Phil Galfond.
- 20:00 – 37:30 - On his personal development and spiritual journey, his travels, what enlightenment means to him, and how his personal work has impacted his game.
- 37:30 – 45:30 - Where he plays online, what he discovered about GG Poker, what he thinks about his tournament game, and his advice for someone diving into poker.
- 45:30 – 59:00 - On evaluating your game, improving your cash game, why live is easier than online, what he thinks about real names, and some more about Mr. Falcons and VeniVidi.
- 59:00 – 01:05:00 - His exercise routine, his prediction for live poker events, and who he thinks is the best player in no limit and PLO.
- 01:05:00 – 01:22:00 - His thoughts on the different types of games, how he got his nickname, the difference between being the best and being the richest, and the most tables he’s played.
3 Key Points
- Enlightenment is hard to reach but worth trying!
- Analyze all your decisions.
- There’s a difference between being the best and being the richest.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Jungleman’s Instagram
Monday May 04, 2020
Monday May 04, 2020
Charlie Carrel, a professional poker player with $9,571,775 of live MTT earnings, shares what he’s got going on behind the scenes on the felt and off. He reveals what he does to focus, avoid distraction, and keep the game fun – and expresses how positivity and an improved mindset has changed his life for the better. Tune in to hear how Charlie beats his fear and anxiety of losing, and find out the advice he gives Jeff to “unleash the beast”.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 40:00 - Introducing Charlie, his thoughts on positivity, getting down on Twitch, his poker journey, his routine, people becoming professionals, and the future of poker.
- 40:00 – 01:11:00 - On the shift in attitude in high stakes, distractions, the importance of content, who he loves and respects, and the unique things about online influencers and their power.
- 01:11:00 – 01:32:10 - On giving up his edge, what he’s got going on behind the scenes, what he appreciates from fans, building a family, and his philanthropic goals.
- 01:32:10 – 02:02:00 - On being an ex-compulsive liar, how he got out of the lying cycle, why he’s not looking for a sponsor, and his COVID-19 Twitch schedule.
- 02:02:00 – 02:23:00 - On live vs. online poker, why some games have become less fun, what he does to focus, his thoughts on the WSOP, and what happens when he talks at the table.
- 02:23:00 – 03:02:00 – His initial poker wins, what he loves to do outside of poker, how he met his girlfriend, his advice for Jeff to “unleash the beast”, and what he does to beat fear.
3 Key Points
- It’s not about what happens, it’s about how you respond to what happens.
- Content matters.
- It’s in your best interest to tell the truth as best you can.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - partypoker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Charlie’s Instagram
- Charlie’s YouTube
- Charlie’s Twitch
Friday Apr 24, 2020
Friday Apr 24, 2020