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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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Tuesday Nov 26, 2019
Tuesday Nov 26, 2019
In this episode, Bertrand 'ElkY' Grospellier, a player for team PartyPoker who has $13,958,247 of live poker earnings, shares his career highlights and reflects on winning the Triple Crown. He explains why he doesn’t like to eat when he plays, how he’s managed to balance his personal life and Twitch streaming – and when it’s rude to leave the table. Tune in to hear study tips, mindset hacks, and strategy breakdowns from a long-time French pro.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 20:00 – Bertrand’s background, journey, gaming history, and poker wins.
- 20:00 – 34:00 – Reflections on his wins this past year and his thoughts on online poker.
- 34:00 – 47:00 – On competitive players, Team Liquid, life balance, and fasting.
- 47:00 – 00:55:00 – The most special moments in his career.
- 00:55:00 – 01:18:00 – Twitch streaming, big losses, table etiquette, and takeaways from gaming.
- 01:18:00 – 01:30:00 – Live vs. online, bitcoin, diet, and media distortions.
- 01:30:00 – 01:45:00 – How Bertrand studies and the origin of his name “ElkY”.
- 01:45:00 – 02:00:00 - Bertrand’s book Raiser’s Edge, game strategies, how he deals with downswings.
3 Key Points
- Fasting can make you sharper and more focused at the table. Listen to your body as it’s not for everyone.
- Adaptation is the most important thing in poker.
- Exercise regularly and know when it’s time to take a break.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - Party Poker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- ElkY’s Website – ElkY
Tuesday Nov 26, 2019
Tuesday Nov 26, 2019
In this episode, Tom Waters, the PartyPoker Managing Director, discusses the future of mobile poker. He reveals PartyPoker’s best features, why they anonymize hand histories, and how players can customize their experience. He shares the evolution of their mobile experience and what they’ve done to even the playing field among PartyPoker players. Tune in to hear about their challenges, promotions, and games – and learn how you can maximize your playing potential.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 15:30 – Tom’s professional journey and the inside scoop on PP’s software.
- 15:30 – 30:00 – The mega-sets coming up, their buy-ins, and what you can do on fast-forward.
- 30:00 – 45:00 – On HUDs, unfair advantages, and what PP is doing to even the field.
- 45:00 – 01:00:00 – The processes and protection PP deploys for their players.
- 01:15:00 – 01:30:00 – Promotions for players, competition in the industry, and challenges.
- 01:30:00 – 01:40:00 – Details on PP features, Tom’s favorite hand, and where they see player support.
3 Key Points
- The poker world is always evolving.
- The playing field should be as even as possible.
- PartyPoker works hard to give players the best experience possible.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - Party Poker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
Sunday Nov 17, 2019
Sunday Nov 17, 2019
In this episode, Sam Trickett, a Party Poker global ambassador with $21,347,558 of live poker earnings, reflects on the mistakes he made in his poker career. He shares poker lessons that translate to life, how to separate emotions from poker, and why it’s important to take care of your body if you want to perform at your best. Tune in to hear about the happiest day in Sam’s life – and learn what drove him to be successful.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 25:00 – Sam’s wins, background, and poker journey.
- 25:00 – 40:00 – Reflecting on his losses and how poker lessons translate to life.
- 40:00 – 01:00:00 – The games Sam prefers to play and why.
- 01:00:00 – 01:20:00 – On his career, always believing in himself, and his other passions.
- 01:20:00 – 01:40:00 – Health, fitness, and the happiest day in Sam’s life.
3 Key Points
- Poker teaches you how to better handle life’s tough spots.
- Always believe in yourself – even when others don’t.
- Take care of your body so you can perform at your best.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - Party Poker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
Tuesday Oct 08, 2019
Tuesday Oct 08, 2019
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
- Learn by teaching!
- Results come from being determined to get better.
- Study!
Contact/Resources
- Partner - Party Poker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Study Resource - Raise Your Edge
Monday Sep 16, 2019
Monday Sep 16, 2019
In this episode, Darren Elias, 4-time World Poker Tour champion, looks back on when he played online card games as a kid. He shares about how he prepares for games and balances family life. Jeff and Darren discuss how his motivators have evolved over the years – and he reveals the recipe for success at the top. Tune in to hear Darren reflect on his strategy – and hear what he has to say about players who try to shortcut learning the fundamentals of the game.
Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 10:00 –How he got into poker, moved from online to live, and dominated the game.
- 10:00 – 25:00 – His playing, preparation, family life, and break-in scare.
- 25:00 – 40:00 – On his goals, how he plays live and online, and what matters most to him.
- 40:00 – 01:00:00 – What he thinks of the game and its players.
- 01:00:00 – 01:20:00 – Reflecting on his losses and how he developed the fundamentals.
- 01:20:00 – 01:40:00 – Answering some questions from the audience.
3 Key Points
- If you don’t have the fundamentals down, you won’t succeed long-term.
- Rest is an important part of preparing for the game.
- Naturally good and intuitive players who study are the ones who succeed.
Contact/Resources
Saturday Aug 17, 2019
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Monday Aug 12, 2019
Monday Aug 12, 2019