Pondering Poker

Mary talks with Tom Ernst, a poker player from New York.  Tom talks about what he finds most important in choosing home games, his experience at Casino cash play, methods to improve leaks in play and his internet concerns.  We also touch on tells.  Music by Mood Ticket, Life on Planet Earth.

In this episode Mary interviews Greg, also known as Ugly Tuna.  They discuss NY home games, casino and internet poker.  A review of some tools of the poker trade including Hold'em Manager/Poker Tracker is included and a short discussion of bots.  Greg discusses general tournament strategy.  The website:  www.chipmeup.com is mentioned during a discussion involving staking players, including Greg's own experience at being staked.  Daniel Negraneu's website, book and (Pokerroad) podcasts are also highlighted.  Music by The Crime Syndicate - Fireall; and Droidcast - In a Pursuit of Time.  Both musical selections are courtesy of Podsafe Music Network. This podcast is lengthier than usual at approximately 1 hour.  Let me know if you like it, and ship me in email regarding topics you'd like to hear about in upcoming interviews, including more with Greg at Mary@ponderingpoker.com ENJOY!

In this short episode Mary reads a snippet from Mental Toughness Training for Sports by James E. Loehr, Ed.D.  Although it's an ancient book from the 80's, he gives great advice and discusses the 'Ideal Performance State' and it's importance in performing well.  The paragraphs read include examples of attitudes, in affirmation style, that may help poker players as they prepare to face poker play in general, tournaments, cash game, or challenging situations at the table.  Enjoy!  Music by Rich Batsford, Ralph's Trip to the Orient

Mary reads from Zen and the Art of Poker by Larry Phillips, Omaha Hi/Low by Shane Smith and Pot Limit Omaha by Jeff Hwang.  The 'discussion' of starting hands continues and the listener will hear more about the value of Ax hands, A2 and other concepts involved in determining premium starting hands.  Folding as a vital ability is highlighted in the readings from Zen and the Art of Poker.  At the very end of the podcast Poker Rule #1 is provided:  Learn to Use Inaction as a Weapon.

Continuation of reads from Tao of Poker by Larry Phillips and Pot Limit Omaha by Jeff Hwang.  This episode centers on Starting Hands generally and more specifically those in Omaha hi/lo limit.  Also a discussion regarding the value of experience vs. continuous learning is considered.  Music bystmeier och stööv, song liv i livstid.  Listen and learn.

In this Podcast Mary pulls together intertwining short reads from Tao of Poker by Larry Phillips and Pot Limit Omaha by Jeff Hwang.  The topics include strategies, 'other players' and the initial discussions of Limit Omaha hi/lo.  Music by Nicola Milan, Take your Chances (jazz). Listen and learn. Provide feedback at Mary@Ponderingpoker.com

After giving a shout out to her two favorite podcast teams (Ante-Up Poker and StoneColdBluff), Mary asks listeners to respond to the question:  When do you leave a cash game? To respond to the question please leave a message with your name or psuedoname at 914-736-9868 (US) or write Mary@ponderingpoker.com.  The links to the two fave sites are:  http://www.anteupmagazine.com/pokercast/ and www.stonecoldbluff.co.uk/poker-podcasts  

Bankroll management is the topic of discussion and David shares his experience. David also mentions Poker Training Network - PTN, for more info check out his website at www.playptn.com/levyquality.   Listen in.  Music by Spencer Lee, Criminal Full Voc and also Rich Batsford, Ralph's Trip to the Orient. If interested in contacting me (Mary) please do so at Mary@ponderingpoker.com.  I'm always looking for interviews! 

In this episode David and I discuss his start in poker.  The discussion leads us to a topic of concern:  our on-line deposits at PokerStars and Fulltilt.  Listen in and if you have information to share on this dilemna, please contact me at Mary@ponderingpoker.com or at the website www.ponderingpoker.com.  We know we're not alone with the issues.  We hope it's a time-limited problem as we are currently befuddled! 

Mary discusses Pot Limit Omaha with player David Levy.  They cover how to play Omaha as well as the essence of pot limit play.  A review of good starting hands and play after the flop are discussed including the number of outs that players should consider when determining continued play after the flop.  Listen and learn. 

In this podcast I interview Julio Fernandez right after he's won the 100K $1100 buy-in Hollywood Seminole Hard Rock Casino Main event (Hold'em).  He's a delight to speak with as he's both humble, proud and gentlemanly.  It was an interview on the fly yet he provides interesting comments and some good tips for success at poker.  Musical selection by doubleDog-55, What Plan.

This is the second episode of an indepth discussion with Brian about Omaha Hi/Lo poker.  In this session Brian discusses favorite hands, strategies for play, preparation and more.

Mary plays a little Texas Hold'em and loses her shirt, twice!  She reviews mistakes, leaks and poor poker play in general and reads from "Your Worst Poker Enemy" by Alan N. Schoonmaker.  Music by Radney Foster's country tune: Half of My Mistakes.

In this episode I interview Steve Pare, a poker pro specializing in live Texas Hold'em cash games.  His primary casino is Mohegan Sun, CT.  Steve shares elements of his life as a poker pro including how he got started, casino rakeback, and his routines and preparation for play.  He provides tips and recommendations for players of all levels.

Un-edited version of author playing an early morning online cash PLO session.