Best Rob OReilly Podcasts (2025)

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Lessons from quality improvement in practice with special guests Dr. Rob Cunney and Susan O'Reilly 47:52

7d ago47:52

47:52

Lessons from quality improvement in practice In this episode of the Walk and Talk Improvement podcast, we are joined by two special guests - Susan O’Reilly and Dr. Rob Cunney. Susan is an Assistant Director of Nursing for Dementia Quality Improvement for HSE Dublin and Midlands and Rob is a Consultant Microbiologist and QI/Clinical Audit Lead at Ch…

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Episode 481: Pure Strategy 1:01:21

7d ago1:01:21

1:01:21

Andrew and Carlos answer strategy questions from the Patreon, and Carlos discusses his move from Las Vegas to Jacksonville. You can join Andrew and Carlos on ClubWPT Gold by signing up at https://clubwptgold.com/?promo=THINK. Receive 10% off your GTO Wizard subscription when you use this link to sign up to GTO Wizard today and run deeper in your MT…

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Episode 480: Royal Redux 49:38

26d ago49:38

49:38

Michelle Farmer and Natascha Carpenter founded Royal Queens Poker in Atlanta in 2024 after seeing the lack of diversity in other leagues, a journey they shared with Andrew, Carlos, and Gloria Jackson on Episode 459. Now they’re back to discuss the joys and challenges of their rapid growth plus some thoughts on the 2025 World Series of Poker. Thanks…

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Episode 479: Craig Savage 1:27:17

1M ago1:27:17

1:27:17

Craig Savage is an educator by trade, but he’s been a competitive poker player and a student of Carlos’s for many years. Hot on the heels of his bracelet victory in the $500 NLHE Freezeout, he speaks with Andrew and Carlos about the experience and how he stays on top of the game despite family and professional obligations. In the strategy segment, …

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Leading a culture of quality with special guest Dr. Andy Phillips 44:12

2M ago44:12

44:12

Listen to this episode with special guest Dr. Andy Phillips. Andy is a healthcare leader with coming up to forty years of international experience in health and social care settings around the world. He is currently the Regional Executive Officer, Health Service Executive South West, Ireland. Join us as we explore key leadership considerations for …

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Episode 478: Ian Chan 1:01:06

2M ago1:01:06

1:01:06

Ian Chan is a Silicon Valley software engineer and a triple draw enthusiast who built his own badugi solver. He talks game theory, artificial intelligence, mixed games, and the underappreciated role of tactile poker experiences. We’ve also got a little in memoriam for Jane Hitchcock, who was our guest on Episode 330. All our interviews with the Uni…

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Episode 477: Shootout with Nate Meyvis 1:05:26

2M ago1:05:26

1:05:26

Former Thinking Poker Podcast host Nate Meyvis joins the show to talk about AI, spaced repetition, and his new flashcard site ZippyFlash.com. Meanwhile Carlos drops in with occasional updates while playing the $1500 Shootout at the WSOP. You can join Andrew and Carlos on ClubWPT Gold by signing up at https://clubwptgold.com/?promo=THINK. Receive 10…

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Navigating the intersection of motivation and self-regulation for enhanced quality and patient safety in healthcare with special guest Prof. Deirdre O’Shea 39:22

2M ago39:22

39:22

Listen to this episode with special guest Professor Deirdre O’Shea as we explore work motivation, self regulation and performance behaviours to enhance quality and patient safety. Join us to hear about: - strategies to improve self regulation and motivation - the role of self regulation on silence and voice - how incivility and groupthink can influ…

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Risky Business: Why ChatGPT Sucks at Poker 52:33

3M ago52:33

52:33

This week, we’re bringing you an episode of Risky Business, a podcast about better decision making from our friends Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova. You can find more Risky Business at https://www.pushkin.fm/podcasts/risky-business-with-nate-silver-maria-konnikova. You can join Andrew and Carlos on ClubWPT Gold by signing up at https://clubwptgold.…

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Episode 476: Sam Greenwood 1:11:48

3M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

Nosebleed MTT crusher Sam Greenwood is one of the most successful poker players of all time. But how did he get started, how did he rise to the top, and why is he now giving away his secrets in a daily newsletter? Carlos and Andrew get to the bottom of it all in this fantastic interview. You can join Andrew and Carlos on ClubWPT Gold by signing up …

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Episode 475: Chris Vitch 59:34

3M ago59:34

59:34

Chris “DeathDonkey” Vitch joins Carlos and Andrew for a lively discussion of poker in all its forms, including why he prefers non-hold ’em games, what hold ’em players get wrong about mixed games, and he approaches mixed game tournaments differently than cash games. You can join Andrew and Carlos on ClubWPT Gold by signing up at https://clubwptgold…

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Working together to improve quality: Liberating structures in action with special guest Keith McCandless 41:50

3M ago41:50

41:50

Did you know that the way we interact within healthcare systems can significantly impact outcomes? In our latest episode of the Walk and Talk Improvement podcast, we speak with Keith McCandless, co-developer of Liberating Structures and author. In our conversation, Keith sheds light on how patterns of relationships shape problem-solving and shares …

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Episode 474: Tom Boshoff 55:45

3M ago55:45

55:45

Tom “Tombos21” Boshoff returns to the show to discuss new developments in poker strategy and technology since his last appearance. Alex Sutherland is the source of the “think of a solver as a tool for conducting experiments” idea. We first discussed the idea of AI “intuition” with Michael Bowling of the University of Alberta Computer Poker Research…

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Episode 473: The Joy of Poker with Jason Su 1:25:25

3M ago1:25:25

1:25:25

Five years ago, Jason Su taught the poker world to play with presence. Now he’s back to advocate for playing with joy. We discuss his new book, why most poker players motivate themselves in unsustainable ways, and how to change those habits both at the poker table and in life. In the strategy segment, Andrew discusses game theory in the real world …

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Episode 472: Andres Korn 1:17:25

4M ago1:17:25

1:17:25

Andres Korn grew up playing poker with his friends, but it wasn’t until he saw it on TV that he decided to take it seriously. He bought straight in to the WSOP Main Event and never looked back. Now he’s one of the most successful players in Argentina (and the world!), with an emphasis on mixed games but enough hold ’em proficiency to hold a bracele…

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Healing Healthcare: Quality is Goodness with special guest Don Berwick 43:25

4M ago43:25

43:25

In this episode of the Walk and Talk Improvement podcast, we are joined by Donald M. Berwick, one of the leading scholars, teachers, and advocates in the world for the continual improvement of health care systems. Don shares his extensive experience and insights on leadership, intrinsic motivation, and quality improvement. The discussion delves int…

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Episode 471: Ariel Shefer 1:37:24

4M ago1:37:24

1:37:24

Ariel Shefer wants to be a world champion. He’s tried backgammon, he’s tried bridge. Now, he lives in his car, driving for Uber to earn buy-ins for poker tournaments. He’s not broke (or at least, he wouldn’t have to be); this is how he keeps himself hungry. And maybe how he nets a sponsorship from Toyota, Hilton, Uber, or Virginia Slims… Ariel shar…

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Episode 470: Linda Johnson and Jan Fisher 1:41:16

5M ago1:41:16

1:41:16

Linda Johnson and Jan Fisher are titans of the industry, with over 100 years of poker experience between them. They share stories with Carlos and Andrew about poker rooms in the 1970s and 80s, how and why they changed, the history of Card Player Magazine, the history of Card Player Cruises, the founding of the Tournament Directors’ Association, and…

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Episode 469: Glo and Lo, Two Years On 1:22:35

5M ago1:22:35

1:22:35

It’s been two years since Carlos met Gloria Jackson when he contacted about for an interview. Now he lives with her and her two youngest sons, and both their lives have changed dramatically. The two of them share with Andrew what their lives look like now, both on and off the felt. If you aren’t familiar with Gloria, her original interview is well …

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Episode 468: Paul O’Reilly 1:00:33

5M ago1:00:33

1:00:33

Co-owner of the Irish Poker Open Paul O’Reilly discusses the historic event with Carlos and Andrew. Plus the Irish poker scene, tips for visiting Dublin, and more! You can join Andrew and Carlos on ClubWPT Gold by signing up at https://clubwptgold.com/?promo=THINK. Receive 10% off your GTO Wizard subscription when you use this link to sign up to GT…

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Episode 467: Oh Hell! with Matt Glassman 1:17:36

5M ago1:17:36

1:17:36

Card player, political scientist, and fan favorite Matt Glassman returns to the show to discuss the Oh Hell! book he’s working on and answer listener questions about American politics. Matt is a frequent Thinking Poker guest who first appeared on Episode 191. Lamont Jones talked Bid Whist with us on Episode 433. You can join Andrew and Carlos on Cl…

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Episode 466: RecPoker Featuring Jim Reid, LoriAnn Persinger, and Rob Gardner 1:06:34

6M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Jim Reid, LoriAnn Persinger, and Rob Gardner join Andrew and Carlos to talk about the RecPoker community and how the needs, goals, and experiences of recreational players differ from those of professionals. LoriAnn first appeared on Episode 394 of the Thinking Poker Podcast. You can join Andrew and Carlos on ClubWPT Gold by signing up at https://cl…

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Episode 465: AK is Hard to Play 1:16:42

6M ago1:16:42

1:16:42

Carlos shares his experiences from the GPI awards banquet and a visit with Tom McEvoy. Then he and Andrew discuss two tricky tournament spots with AK. We interviewed Tom McEvoy on Episode 450. You can join Andrew and Carlos on ClubWPT Gold by signing up at https://clubwptgold.com/?promo=THINK. Receive 10% off your GTO Wizard subscription when you u…

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Episode 464: Zak VanKeuren 57:14

6M ago57:14

57:14

Winning a major poker tournament isn’t a fast track onto the Thinking Poker Podcast, but when Matt Savage says, “You have to talk to this guy!”, we oblige. And so glad we did! Zak VanKeuren, who won the WPT Prime Championship in December for over $1 million, is a great poker player, but he isn’t just a great poker player. He’s also a holistic welln…

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Episode 463: Black History Month with Caitlyn Arnwine 1:35:06

6M ago1:35:06

1:35:06

Organizer, advocate, and poker pro Caitlyn Arnwine returns to the show for Black History Month! With Carlos and Andrew, she discusses why Black history is American history, how historical voting rights movements can inform contemporary struggles, how to advocate for Women’s Events, and what this all has to do with poker strategy. Plus, Carlos and A…

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Episode 462: Alex Fitzgerald 56:32

7M ago56:32

56:32

Legendary poker guru Alex “Assassinato” Fitzgerald returns to the podcast after a long hiatus to discuss solvers, live cash games, his new book, living in New York during the height of the pandemic, and much more! Alex previously appeared on Episode 84 and Episode 133. His website is PokerHeadRush.com. You can join Andrew and Carlos in the ClubWPT …

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Episode 461: Ivonne Montealegre 55:05

7M ago55:05

55:05

Ivonne Montealegre is best known in the poker world for organizing the popular Malta Poker Festival and the new Costa Rica Poker Festival. She shares with Carlos and Andrew about growing up in Costa Rica, living in Malta, how her mother got her into poker, what goes into organizing a poker festival, and her now role as Manager of the SiGMA Poker To…

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MUG Cancelled for January 25th 1:47

7M ago1:47

1:47

We are cancelling the ClubWPT Gold Meet Up Game we’d previously announced for Saturday January 25. We still plan to host a Home Game tournament on Saturday February 1 at 5pm Eastern/2pm Pacific. You’ll need password “THINK” to join the home game, and if you haven’t yet signed up for ClubWPT Gold, you can do so at www.clubwptgold.com using promo cod…

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Episode 460: Triple Barreling with Matt Matros 1:10:48

7M ago1:10:48

1:10:48

Matt Matros is a professional poker player and writer whose works include both fiction and poker books. With Carlos and Andrew, he discusses concepts from his new book, 24 No-Limit Hold ‘Em Hands From 2024, and the three apply game theory concepts to a triple barrel bluff Andrew attempted. Matt previously appeared on Episode 301, Episode 379, and E…

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Episode 459: Patrick “Egption” Tardif 1:39:40

7M ago1:39:40

1:39:40

Pro player and streamer Patrick “Egption” Tardif discusses his background in competitive video gaming, his rocky road to becoming a professional poker player, the joys and challenges of playing on stream, and the new online poker site ClubWPT Gold. You can join Andrew, Carlos, and Patrick on ClubWPT Gold by signing up at https://clubwptgold.com/?pr…

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Episode 458: Kim Lund 1:43:21

8M ago1:43:21

1:43:21

Put off by the exploitative nature of the casino industry, Kim Lund turned to video games instead. Now he’s bringing the two together with Hands of Victory, a game his company Aftermath Interactive hopes to offer for competitive tournament play. He’s also got some ideas about the ethics of the video game industry and how gaming can address climate …

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Episode 457 Eugene Katchalov 1:19:39

8M ago1:19:39

1:19:39

Eugene Katchalov left the world of professional poker at the top, but he’s still around as a recreational player and entrepreneur. In this delightful conversation, he discusses what makes poker fun, what poker needs, and how solvers have changed the game. You can now get two FREE episodes per week of Thinking Poker Daily. Sign up for ClubWPT Gold a…

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Episode 456: Jeanne David 1:33:11

9M ago1:33:11

1:33:11

Jeanne David has worked as the manager of an in-patient drug treatment facility and as the head of Responsible Gaming at PokerStars, but she’s always been a poker player herself as well. On the heels of her induction in the Women’s Poker Hall of Fame, Jeanne joins Carlos and Andrew to discuss her colorful life and her passion for poker. Tickets are…

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Vision and wisdom: leaders on leadership with Dr Anne Gallen 40:59

9M ago40:59

40:59

In this episode 22, we speak with Dr Anne Gallen. Anne is a pioneer who spearheaded the introduction of nursing and midwifery quality-care metrics in Ireland. These metrics provide an indication of the quality of the fundamentals of nursing and midwifery care. They enable quality improvement along with accountability for care. Anne is Area Director…

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Episode 455: Marc Goone 1:24:24

9M ago1:24:24

1:24:24

Hungry Horse founder and live cash crusher extraordinaire Marc Goone joins Carlos and Andrew for a lively discussion of solvers, win rates in live cash, exploiting regs, teaching poker, “lyrical myrical” rappers, and more. 25% off everything (except gift cards) in the Nitcast store through the end of November! You can now get two FREE episodes per …

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Episode 454: Jessica Vierling 1:07:14

10M ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Vegas-based poker pro Jessica Vierling is famously forthcoming about her struggles: with alcoholism, suicidal thoughts, and holding herself to impossibly high standards. The most important thing, she says, is to be honest and authentic. She is just that in this conversation with Andrew, where they discuss her struggles, her triumphs, her journey fr…

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Bonus Episode! Online Poker Returns and the 1000th Episode of Thinking Poker Daily 1:39:40

10M ago1:39:40

1:39:40

Online poker is returning to the US, and what better way to celebrate than with the 1000th episode of Thinking Poker Daily? To join ClubWPT Gold and get in on the drawings for the $5,000,000 freeroll, sign up now at https://clubwptgold.com/?promo=THINK Support the podcast and get daily strategy discussions by subscribing to Thinking Poker Daily.…

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Episode 453: Manuel “Phemo” Bueno Fernandez 1:00:47

10M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

Manuel “Phemo” Bueno Fernandez is a professional poker player from Hamburg, Germany and one of our favorite coaches on GTO Wizard. We talk to him about the beginnings of his fascination with poker during a dark winter in Finland, studying with Fedor Holz, and creating some of the best strategy content on the internet! Support the podcast and get da…

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Big Brother UK S21 launch & finale - Straight pride 1:06:56

11M ago1:06:56

1:06:56

We're back with a brand new season and 16 new housemates. Let's see how this goes...By Mark O'Reilly, Maeve McQuillan & Rob Walsh

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Episode 452: On the Edge with Nate Silver 1:43:22

11M ago1:43:22

1:43:22

Nate Silver is back on the felt, but there’s a lot more than poker in his new book, On the Edge. He gets deep into it with Andrew and Carlos, discussing everything from the physiology of poker to coaching with Andrew to a an accidental prediction about Carlos. We previously interviewed Nate Silver on Episode 318. Other recommended episodes: Maria K…

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Episode 451: Game Theory and Civil Rights, with Barbara, Caitlyn, and Justin Arnwine 2:07:59

11M ago2:07:59

2:07:59

Civil rights leader Barbara Arnwine joins returning guests Justin and Caitlyn Arnwine (her son and daughter-in-law) to discuss the ways poker strategy has informed their activism around civil rights and voter suppression. The Map of Shame My Vote Don’t Count by YelloPain Support the podcast and get daily strategy discussions by subscribing to Think…

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Episode 450: Tom McEvoy 1:50:53

11M ago1:50:53

1:50:53

1983 WSOP Main Event champion Tom McEvoy’s new autobiography, Poker Pioneer, is the perfect impetus for celebrating his storied, decades-long career. With Carlos and Andrew, Tom discusses going pro in the 70s, defeating Doyle Brunson in the Main Event, rubbing elbows with Stu Ungar, writing books with TJ Cloutier, dating Kathy Liebert, repping Poke…

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Making a diagnosis: the role of GPs with Dr John Brennan 20:20

12M ago20:20

20:20

In part three of our World Patient Safety Day special, Dr John Fitzsimons speaks with Dr John Brennan on diagnosis from the perspective of a general practitioner (GP). Dr John Brennan is a GP and lead faculty for the Royal College of Physicians Ireland Postgraduate Certificate in Quality Improvement and Leadership in Healthcare. Hosted by: Dr John …

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Striving for diagnostic excellence with Dr Hardeep Singh 20:57

12M ago20:57

20:57

In part two of our World Patient Safety Day special, Dr John Fitzsimons and Professor Eva Doherty speak with Dr Hardeep Singh on diagnostic excellence. Dr Singh is a Professor of Medicine at the Center for Innovations in Quality, Effectiveness and Safety (IQuESt) based at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center and Baylor College of Medicine in Ho…

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The psychology of diagnosis with Professor Eva Doherty 26:44

12M ago26:44

26:44

In this three part special, Dr John Fitzsimons speaks with international experts on the topic of diagnostic safety, the theme of the 2024 World Patient Safety Day. In part one, Professor Eva Doherty Eva speaks with us about the psychology of diagnoses, including the impact of cognitive biases and the human factors elements in the diagnostic process…

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My Health, My Voice: Matthew’s story 41:32

12M ago41:32

41:32

In episode 18 we hear a patient (Matthew) share their story after a receiving a sudden and unexpected diagnosis. Matthew shares his diagnostic journey as a young adult who had little experience with the healthcare system, to finding his voice and becoming more actively involved in his care. We also hear from GP Dr John Brennan. John shares the role…

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Episode 449: Royal Queens 1:19:26

12M ago1:19:26

1:19:26

Michelle Farmer and Natascha Carpenter met 8 years ago in a bar poker league. They founded Royal Queens Poker in Atlanta in 2024 after seeing the lack of diversity in other leagues. They discuss with Andrew, Carlos, and Gloria Jackson the challenges and rewards of running a poker business, their own experiences on the real money circuit, and more. …

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Episode 448: Stoyan Obreshkov 1:13:05

12M ago1:13:05

1:13:05

Bulgarian poker pro Stoyan Obreshkov joins Carlos and Andrew for an incredibly deep and forward-thinking conversation about poker strategy. Topics include efficient study, exploits, ICM, post-ICM, preparing a friend for the Main Event final table, and much more! Get coaching from Stoyan! Support the podcast and get daily strategy discussions by sub…

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Episode 447: Jesse Fullen, WSOP Content Producer 1:16:57

1y ago1:16:57

1:16:57

Jesse Fullen, our guest from Episode 436, was a Content Producer for the WSOP this summer. In this special episode, he discusses the experience and some of his favorite stories he collected. Stefanie Ungar Tom McEvoy Gene Bellar Isabel Yishu Yang Deb Swift Jack Binion Support the podcast and get daily strategy discussions by subscribing to Thinking…

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Episode 446: Matt Hunt 1:13:00

1y ago1:13:00

1:13:00

Poker pro and coach Matt Hunt returns to the show to talk deep poker strategy, with an emphasis on multiway pots and postflop ICM. Our latest poker strategy video, reviewing Andrew’s ACR Sunday Special win, is now available from The Nitcast Store. GTO Wizard AI has just received a new update: ICM Postflop Solutions! This new feature will allow you …

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