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This is the podcast for poker players looking for coaching on the go. Learn new plays, powerful concepts, and gain insights from coaches who play your games. If you're looking for even more content and a community of poker players who are ready to help you improve, join us at redchippoker.com. Enjoy the show!
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Live Poker Tells: Reading Your Opponents · S8E10
1w ago00:26:16Tap to summarizeHollywood promotes the notion that top players "read" their opponents from their body language, or their unique method of eating Oreo cookies. But do such live tells have any place in today's mathematical game of #poker? In this episode, coach w34z3l gives an overview of how your opponents may leak information that you can use to beat them. Equally important, we discuss how you can prevent others from reading your own body language, so that you can protect yourself from damaging information leaks. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction: What Are Live Tells? 1:12 Why Tells Exist Even in Tough Games 2:30 How to Read Tells: Default Profiles & Deviations 3:47 Reverse Tells: When Players Mislead You 5:04 Reading the Mouth & Microexpressions 6:33 Hand Tells: Trembling, Position & Chip Tricks 8:48 Posture Changes & Body Language 9:29 Eye Tells: Pupils, Gaze Direction & Stack Glances 11:39 Card Apex: How Players Check Their Cards 14:51 Betting Style & Angle Shooting 17:05 Speech Patterns & Vocal Tells 18:43 Vocalizing vs Silent Options 20:24 Card Protectors & Information Leakage 21:12 Protecting Against Tells: Sunglasses & Hoodies 23:08 Why Perfect Balance Is Impossible RELATED LINKS The Low-Stakes Poker Playbook: https://redchippoker.com/low-stakes-poker-playbook/ Poker Mastery 101: https://youtu.be/B8qidwy2UeU?si=-DOEQyKTHYCzn6qX Live Poker Analysis: https://youtu.be/06gOgEchrqM?si=eDSpZ5jHAJtzLiBy The Best $1/$2 Poker Vlog: https://www.splitsuit.com/1-2-live-cash-poker-vlog **JOIN US ON DISCORD** Join our free poker Discord today: https://redchippoker.com/discord
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Surviving The Variance Of Live Poker · S8E9
3w ago00:22:05Tap to summarizeThe element of luck in #poker means that weak players can having winning sessions and strong ones can go on extended downswings. One can argue that this variance is necessary for the game to survive at all, since without it donators would quickly drop the game. Appreciating how extreme poker variance can be is important for two reasons. First, understanding that downswings are a feature of the game helps us survive psychologically. Second, quantifying how big downswings can be is essential for exercising proper bankroll management. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction: Live Poker Variance & Win Rates 0:30 Can You Win 12 Months Straight? 1:25 The Sample Size Problem in Live Poker 2:32 Why Live Win-Rates Are Over-Reported 4:03 Small-Stakes Win-Rate Estimates (1/2 & 1/3) 6:03 High-Stakes Reality Check (10/20+) 7:07 Three Win-Rate Scenarios: 40bb, 20bb, 6bb/100 8:44 Understanding Standard Deviation 9:30 40bb/100 Winner: Monthly Variance Analysis 12:42 20bb/100 Winner: Expect Breakeven Months 14:38 6bb/100 Winner: The Harsh Reality 16:34 Key Takeaways & Bankroll Management 20:29 Final Thoughts on Life Roll & BRM RELATED LINKS · **NEW** The Low-Stakes Poker Playbook: https://redchippoker.com/low-stakes-poker-playbook/ · Poker Bankroll Management: https://www.splitsuit.com/how-much-poker-money-do-you-need-to-play · Live Poker Analysis: https://youtu.be/06gOgEchrqM?si=eDSpZ5jHAJtzLiBy · Bankroll Management & Taking Shots: https://youtu.be/1nDFMAouLFM?si=zam69b6KhXR23c8p **JOIN US ON DISCORD** Join our free poker Discord today: https://redchippoker.com/discord
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Does The Block Bet Have A Place In Modern Poker? · S8E8
Apr 1400:19:53Tap to summarizeThe block bet is a play from the pre-solver era of #poker which many players view with suspicion. Making a small bet in the hope of avoiding a much larger one from an opponent certainly lacks a firm theoretical basis. Like many classic plays, however, modern theory reveals that there is a place for the block bet in today's game. While the rationale is rather different, the old block bet has experienced a renaissance as part of the "micro-bet metagame." TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction: What is a Block Bet? 0:40 The Classic Block Bet Explained 1:21 Why Block Bets Lack Mathematical Basis 2:52 Block Bets vs Thin Value Bets 4:12 How Solvers Actually Use Small River Bets 7:09 The Modern Block Bet Resurgence 8:53 Why "Blocking" is Flawed Terminology 9:34 Better Alternatives: Micro Bets & Under Bets 11:30 The Micro-Bet River Metagame 12:15 How to Exploit Small River Bets 15:30 Raising Against Micro Bets 16:44 Advanced Meta Game Adjustments 18:50 Key Takeaways & Final Thoughts RELATED LINKS · **NEW** The Low-Stakes Poker Playbook: https://redchippoker.com/low-stakes-poker-playbook/ · Consistent Thinking When Betting: https://www.splitsuit.com/consistent-thinking-when-betting · The Exploitative Edge (Book): https://redchippoker.com/the-exploitative-edge · The Most Simple Bet Sizing Framework: https://youtu.be/FqNT_2c3O8g?si=9y2q2WPrcVTzCJZX **JOIN US ON DISCORD** Join our free poker Discord today: https://redchippoker.com/discord
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Ranging Analysis: When It Is And Is Not Useful · S8E7
Mar 3100:21:47Tap to summarizeMuch of modern #poker strategy revolves around the battle between poker ranges; our own and that of our opponent. But is ranging always the best approach to reaching a decision, particularly since our opponent's range is at best a guess. In this podcast episode, coach w34z3l looks at strategies that largely ignore traditional ranging. These data-driven approaches are based on how our opponents play in reality, rather than some theoretical abstraction. Ranging still has its place, but consistent poker winners need these additional weapons. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction: Ranging Rationale 0:27 Is Range-Based Analysis Still Effective? 0:54 Modern Alternatives: GTO & Data Analysis 2:29 The Guesswork Problem in Ranging 4:07 GTO Analysis vs Traditional Ranging 5:13 How GTO Players Actually Think 7:56 Data-Driven Exploitative Strategies 8:34 Using Pool Data Without Precise Ranges 11:30 Static Game Plans vs Dynamic Adjustments 14:01 When Ranging Is Still Necessary 15:35 GTO vs Exploitative: Which Wins? 17:58 Augmenting Data-Driven Play with Ranging 19:19 The Power of Intuition in Poker 21:00 Final Thoughts on Modern Poker Strategy **RELATED LINKS** - Poker Ranges & Range Reading: https://www.splitsuit.com/poker-ranges-reading - The Exploitative Edge (Book): https://redchippoker.com/the-exploitative-edge - Poker Intuition Explained: https://redchippoker.com/poker-intuition-explained/ - The Myth Of GTO: https://youtu.be/vn6t9leOArw?si=z5DdAj9Ke9D_DTVx **JOIN US ON DISCORD** Join our free poker Discord today: https://redchippoker.com/discord
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Resilience and Optimization: Winning Poker's Mental Game · S8E6
Mar 1700:24:45Tap to summarizeDo you equate the mental game of #poker with tilt avoidance? Then this episode of the podcast will be a huge eye-opener. Sure mental resilience is a critical part of playing winning poker, but there are many other edges you can develop through mindfulness. Directed study moves more concepts into unconscious competence, making decisions faster and more accurate. Creating a flow state will optimize your performance and thus your hourly rate. A solid and complete mental game is the ultimate poker edge. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction: The Mental Game 0:43 Adult Learning Model Explained 1:02 Unconscious Incompetence to Unconscious Competence 5:21 How Tilt Exposes Skill Gaps 7:35 The Inchworm Concept 10:32 Injecting Logic to Combat Tilt 13:47 Recognizing Accumulated Tilt 15:32 Should You Adjust Strategy When Tilted? 17:57 Types of Tilt: Running Bad, Injustice, Mistake Tilt 20:10 Entitlement Tilt and Variance 21:15 Desperation Tilt: When to Quit 22:21 The Zone: Playing Your A+ Game RELATED LINKS - Why Your Poker Mindset Matters: https://www.splitsuit.com/your-poker-mindset-matters - The Exploitative Edge (Book): https://redchippoker.com/the-exploitative-edge - Poker For Human Brains: https://youtu.be/xWwqm3MdFVM?si=RGlbv0xL_dVfGeTc - Effective Poker Study: https://youtu.be/maaDxqtQgT4?si=aUZlnbKBkZ2OWFll **JOIN US ON DISCORD** Join our free poker Discord today: https://redchippoker.com/discord
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Maximizing Your Winrate Grinding Poker · S8E5
Mar 300:25:57Tap to summarizeMaximizing your #poker hourly rate extends well beyond simply playing well. If playing online, for example, how many simultaneous tables gives you your best results? What is your optimal session length? How do you even survive the poker grind? While the answers to many of these questions depend on the individual player, there are many commonalities that can greatly boost the hourly rate of most players. Creating a grinding schedule, taking shots, balancing study and playing time, and bankroll management are among the topics discussed in this episode. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction: The Poker Grind 0:30 Hourly Volume & Multi-Tabling Strategy 1:10 The Yerkes-Dodson Law for Optimal Performance 2:26 Setting Volume-Based Session Goals 4:42 Managing Variance Through Volume 7:42 Creating a Grinding Schedule 10:30 Bankroll Management & Shot Taking Strategy 12:07 The 12+1 Shot Taking Method 14:32 When to Check the Cashier 16:30 Study vs Grinding Time Ratio 17:04 Opportunity Cost of Study Time 18:04 Real World Experience vs Lab Time 19:34 Ergonomics & Hardware Setup 21:46 Software Setup & Table Management Tools 22:46 Focus & Eliminating Distractions 23:29 Should You Listen to Music While Grinding? RELATED LINKS Studying Poker: Your Weekly Study Guide: https://www.splitsuit.com/ultimate-weekly-poker-study-guide The Exploitative Edge (Book): https://redchippoker.com/the-exploitative-edge The Science Of BRM And Taking Shots: https://youtu.be/1nDFMAouLFM?si=QzxGdjZAI8CCJxug Multi-Tabling: https://youtu.be/2i9YfyyN0Xs?si=vjecjfDHuE09vOwK **JOIN US ON DISCORD** Join our free poker Discord today: https://redchippoker.com/discord
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Mixing And Randomization In Modern Poker · S8E4
Feb 1700:27:48Tap to summarizeIn the previous episode of the podcast, we discussed how GTO #poker requires mixing. Typical solutions returned by solvers include using multiple bet sizes in a given spot, with each size being used at a specific frequency. While this is all very well in theory, how does one handle mixing in practice? If GTO tells you to bet pot 30% of the time, and half-pot 70% of the time, what do you actually do when the action is on you? The answer is we must randomize. How to randomize to maximize win-rate is the topic of this episode, meant for intermediate to advanced players. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction: What is Randomization in Poker? 1:06 Understanding Solver Output & Mixed Frequencies 2:11 How to Use RNG for Mixing 3:30 Combo-Level Mixing Explained 4:40 Why Precise Mixing Doesn't Impact Win Rate 6:33 Can Opponents Detect Imbalanced Mixing? 8:51 Hand-Level Mixing Strategy 11:00 Category-Level Mixing: The Practical Approach 14:00 Which Type of Mixing Should You Use? 15:26 Weak vs Strong Randomization 17:02 Why Weak Randomization is Enough 19:02 Problems with Using an RNG 21:11 Mental Barriers to Exploitative Play 22:38 When Hand-Level Mixing Makes Sense 22:59 Do High-Stakes Players Really Need RNGs? 25:48 Practical RNG Usage Recommendations **RELATED LINKS** - GTO+ Solver Bundle: https://redchippoker.com/gto-solver-bundle/ - The Exploitative Edge (Book): https://redchippoker.com/the-exploitative-edge - Myths And Misunderstandings Of GTO Poker: https://youtu.be/vn6t9leOArw?si=KGtFUs3I0bq09qT8 - Why A Mixed Strategy Matters in GTO Poker: https://youtu.be/0hfW2dlhuDs?si=lzYVrhqdHiVIvcWx **JOIN US ON DISCORD** Join our free poker Discord today: https://redchippoker.com/discord
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GTO Poker: Busting Some Myths · S8E3
Feb 300:23:59Tap to summarizeHave you heard high-stakes #poker players claiming that they play a GTO strategy? That is a myth that is quickly disproved; the general GTO solution to poker is currently unknown. Even if such a solution was available, memorizing solver output and its mixing frequencies would be impossible. It is also the case, however, that GTO solvers have radically improved our understanding of the fundamentals of poker. This podcast episode breaks down the practical takeaways from GTO research, with a particular emphasis on GTO traps to avoid. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction: The GTO Myth 0:48 Why Nobody Actually Plays Pure GTO Poker 2:22 High-Stakes Players Who Claim to Be "GTO Players" 4:14 The Problem with Solver Memorization 6:03 How Players Are Misled by GTO Claims 7:42 Training Content Focused Only on GTO 9:30 The Danger of Solver Misuse for New Players 11:00 Card-Removal Effects vs. Fundamental Strategy 12:06 The RNG Mixing Myth 14:32 Suggestions for Better Poker Study 15:29 Why Pure GTO Players Are a Red Flag 17:55 GTO Principles + Exploitative Play = Maximum Win-Rate 19:57 Poker Ecology and Who Benefits from GTO Play 22:42 Final Thoughts on Maximizing Your Win-Rate **RELATED LINKS** - Red Chip Poker GTO Ranges App: https://redchippoker.com/gto-ranges-app - The Exploitative Edge (Book): https://redchippoker.com/the-exploitative-edge - How To Crush GTO Poker: https://youtu.be/j8cFt86B8To?si=KCYCurk0NK-Ua60v - Common Questions About GTO Poker: https://youtu.be/jKzHZnVMjRk?si=53huagktpyXAOOSQ **JOIN US ON DISCORD** Join our free poker Discord today: https://redchippoker.com/discord
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How EV Modeling Refines Your Poker Decisions · S8E2
Jan 2000:26:30Tap to summarizePlaying #poker well can be viewed as making the highest-EV decision at every opportunity. In some situations, such as facing an all-in, calculating EV is relatively trivial. But what about more complex situations, particularly on early streets, where the EV formula is hard to apply? Enter EV modeling; an approach that estimates the EV of different actions by modeling multiple branches of the game tree. In this episode of the Red Chip Poker podcast, coach w34z3l presents several practical EV modeling methods so you can optimize your poker decisions. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction to EV Modeling 0:23 What is EV Modeling? 3:15 Tools for EV Modeling 3:33 CardRunners EV (CREV) 6:02 Limitations of CREV 8:29 Excel and Spreadsheets 10:52 Solvers and EV Modeling 13:01 Why Solvers Don't Work for Exploitative EV 13:38 Node-Locking Misconception 17:07 The Ideal EV Modeling Tool 20:10 Practical EV Modeling Examples 24:56 Managing Model Complexity 25:30 Conclusion and Next Steps **RELATED LINKS** - Join Red Chip PRO Now: https://redchippoker.com/pro-membership - The Exploitative Edge (Book): https://redchippoker.com/the-exploitative-edge - Poker Mastery 101 (Course): https://youtu.be/B8qidwy2UeU?si=A7G1_d1SYo2Ewrew - Poker Strategy Math Every Pro Knows: https://youtu.be/QqXzTxxMzjU?si=yA1-iTJ1ISz42gDT **JOIN US ON DISCORD** Join our free poker Discord today: https://redchippoker.com/discord
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The Dangers Of Using Minimum Defense Frequency · S8E1
Jan 600:23:53Tap to summarizeIn the season premiere of season 8, w34z3l breaks down the concept of minimum defense frequency, with an emphasis on how MDF can lead to inappropriate defense frequencies in certain spots. GTO solutions frequently involve defense frequencies that violate MDF, suggesting such lines allow us to be auto-exploited. And yet GTO solutions are generally understood as being unexploitable. This episode reconciles this apparent contradiction, and explains how you can construct practical defense frequencies in common situations. **RELATED LINKS** · Upgrade To PRO Now: https://redchippoker.com/pro-membership · The Exploitative Edge (Book): https://redchippoker.com/the-exploitative-edge - Exploitative Poker Strategies Beyond GTO: https://youtu.be/_Jx3YAf3y1E?si=WRvj4dotH5SPeogi - Defending Yourself Correctly In Poker: https://redchippoker.com/correct-poker-defense/ **JOIN US ON DISCORD** Join our free poker Discord today: https://redchippoker.com/discord
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