Poker On The Mind Podcast

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Episode 59 - Magical Thinking and Money Bubble Strategy Apr 06, 2019

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Welcome to Episode 59! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Strategist Dr. Tricia Cardner covered a lot of ground in this episode. From discussing the discomfort that can come from getting outside of your comfort zone through to a discussion on magical thinking, they cover many mindset topics. They also discussed some of the issues at Stars and talked about the responsibility that sponsored pros have (or don’t have as the case may be) to promote the game in ways that are beneficial to the poker community as a whole.
Gareth then took over the mic to answer Stuart’s question about a hand he played from the button with 118 left and 98 getting paid. Stuart had 16bbs and was dealt K2s. The small blind was sitting on 11bbs and the BB had 64bbs. We discussed the information that was missing from the question in order to reinforce all of the relevant variables that you need to collect data on if you want to maximize your analyses. Gareth talked us through our options and spent some time breaking down limping as a good option in this spot. He also explained the limits with the poker software and factors we need to consider when evaluating the results.
Gareth recently released a satellite strategy video with Dara O’Kearney, which you can check out here (his channel has a ton of other great content, too!): https://youtu.be/GvMI8bAvA9s
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mttpokerschoolclassroom
Or Tweet us:
@drtriciacardner
@MTTpokerschool
Dr. Cardner has a FREE online course called Rev Up Your Poker Success which you can check out at: http://www.peakpokermindset.com/
Don’t forget to Sign up to get your FREE MTT Tools at: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Preorder Purposeful Practice for Poker by Dr. Tricia Cardner & Gareth James: https://www.dandbpoker.com/book/purposeful-practice-for-poker or https://www.amazon.com/shop/drtriciacardner

Episode 58 - Creating an Unbeatable Mindset and Bluff Catching With Top Pair Mar 20, 2019

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Welcome to Episode 58! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Strategist Dr. Tricia Cardner open the show by celebrating the fact that Gareth just shipped the $55 Clasico on Party for almost $5k! In addition, he also made the final table of a Monster Series event on Party. He also was a guest on an episode of The Chip Race Podcast where he talked about an interesting hand he played recently.
After a bit more catching up, where the two hosts discuss Navy Seal training when it comes to developing an unbeatable mindset, Tricia answered a mindset question surrounding the concept of how our thoughts dictate our feelings. If you want to change how you feel, change how you think. She gave several strategies for doing so.
Gareth then took over the mic to answer Adam’s question about a hand he played blind versus blind. We break down each street of the hand and Gareth explains both the GTO solution as well as the more exploitative line. He really stressed that we need to account for population tendencies and not blindly follow the GTO solution that PIO spits out for us.
You can check out the satellite strategy video that Gareth mentions in the show at https://youtu.be/GvMI8bAvA9s
Books Mentioned:
You can preorder Purposeful Practice for Poker at https://www.dandbpoker.com/book/purposeful-practice-for-poker or from https://www.amazon.com/dp/1912862042/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_7IIKCb05BCGQZ
You can also purchase Poker Satellite Strategy by Dara O’Kearney & Barry Carter from the following links:
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Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KKP62FW/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_1l4KCb2Y672AY
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mttpokerschoolclassroom
Or Tweet us:
@drtriciacardner
@MTTpokerschool
Dr. Cardner has a FREE online course called Rev Up Your Poker Success which you can check out at: http://www.peakpokermindset.com/
Don’t forget to Sign up to get your FREE MTT Tools at: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/

Episode 57 - We've Finished The Book Plus Mistakes, Pressure and A Preflop Spot with 88 Mar 04, 2019

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They’re back with Episode 57! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Strategist Dr. Tricia Cardner open the show by celebrating the fact that their new book Purposeful Practice for Poker is done and turned into the publisher!!
You can preorder Purposeful Practice for Poker at D&B Poker (https://www.dandbpoker.com/book/purposeful-practice-for-poker) or from Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Purposeful-Practice-Poker-Approach-Studying/dp/1912862042)
Tricia then turned the conversation to a question from John about dealing with making mistakes due to feeling pressure. She and Gareth discussed where pressure comes from and how to better deal with it.
Gareth then took over the mic to answer Justin’s question about how to play a medium pocket pair versus a 3bet in the middle stages of a MTT. We talked about the importance of chip EV, how to use software to improve in these spots & how to approach questions/study from a ranger perspective.
Gareth recently released a WCOOP hand history review featuring none other than WSOP Champion Jack Sinclair which you can check out here (his channel has a ton of other great content, too!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZQZUAaN1NY
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mttpokerschoolclassroom
Or Tweet us:
@drtriciacardner
@MTTpokerschool
Dr. Cardner has a FREE online course called Rev Up Your Poker Success which you can check out at: http://www.peakpokermindset.com/
Don’t forget to Sign up to get your FREE MTT Tools at: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/

Episode 56 - Second Guessing and New Year's Goals and Resolutions Jan 02, 2019

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In Episode 56, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Strategist Dr. Tricia talk about the proper play with KTs and a 9bb stack at the end of day1 in a multiday tournament. Jamie wanted to know if his shove was correct or if he should min-raise and fold to a shove so as to ensure he makes it to day 2.
Tricia then turned the conversation to dealing with new year’s goals and resolutions and explained the myriad of reasons why most people are not able to achieve them. She gave tips and strategies to deal with this issue and Gareth shared some of the techniques he is using to more effectively meet his goals.
Tricia also mentioned her free online course called Rev Up Your Poker Success as a resource which you can check out at: http://www.peakpokermindset.com/
If you want to take your tournament game to the next level then check out https://www.mttpokerschool.com
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mttpokerschoolclassroom
Tweet us:
@drtriciacardner
@MTTpokerschool
Dr. Cardner has a free online course called Rev Up Your Poker Success which you can check out at: http://www.peakpokermindset.com/
Don’t forget to sign up to get your FREE MTT Tools at: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/

Episode 55 - Stack Size Mindset and Overcoming Variance Dec 26, 2018

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In Episode 55, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Strategist Dr. Tricia discussed the reasons why our stack size can lead us to play sub-optimally. There is a certain psychology behind either having heaps of chips or not very many. In both spots, we may take unwise risks and not play each hand to the best of our ability.
Then, they answered a question about how to overcome variance when you play live. Specific tips were given regarding considering field size, rake, the # of events you play in a year, and whether or not the event skips levels. A discussion ensued about the role that study and preparation plays in ROI considerations.
Gareth recently released the latest part of his Mini Sunday Million Chop review, which you can check out here: https://youtu.be/zb7N7Aiy-l4
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mttpokerschoolclassroom
Tweet us:
@drtriciacardner
@MTTpokerschool
Dr. Cardner has a free online course called Rev Up Your Poker Success which you can check out at: http://www.peakpokermindset.com/
Don’t forget to Sign up to get your FREE MTT Tools at: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/

Episode 54 - Realistic Expectations and Travelling For Poker Dec 05, 2018

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In Episode 54, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Strategist Dr. Tricia discussed a few tips on how to put poker study into practice. Specifically, we looked at how to understand what is “normal” in poker and how it is hard to tell how well you are playing when you have small sample sizes. The key is to invest in a process and to be process oriented instead of outcome driven.
Then we turned our attention to a question regarding playing and traveling on a small bankroll. Gareth gave an excellent description of how to sell action and Tricia discussed setting priorities and making sacrifices on some things so as to afford others.
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mttpokerschoolclassroom
Tweet us:
@drtriciacardner
@MTTpokerschool
Dr. Cardner has a free online course called Rev Up Your Poker Success which you can check out at: http://www.peakpokermindset.com/
Don’t forget to Sign up to get your FREE MTT Tools at: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/

Episode 53 - Temptation Bundling, S.A.D., Sleep Hygiene and a Tough River Spot With a Set Nov 26, 2018

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In Episode 53, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Strategist Dr. Tricia discussed a hand history that was sent in by one of Gareth’s students as well as several psychological topics including: temptation bundling, seasonal affective disorder and sleep hygiene.
The hand history review featured a nasty spot where hero gets to the river with middle set and gets jammed on by the cut-off. We analyzed the various the bluff hands and value hands that villain can have in this spot and came up with what we think is the right solution. Have a listen and compare your thinking to ours!
Gareth just released all three parts of a WCOOP hand history review featuring none other than WSOP Champion Jack Sinclair which you can check out here: https://www.youtube.com/mttpokerschool
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mttpokerschoolclassroom
Tweet us:
@drtriciacardner
@MTTpokerschool
Don’t forget to Sign up to get your FREE MTT Tools at: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/

Episode 52 - WSOP Europe Trip Report and Advice on Procrastination Nov 09, 2018

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In Episode 52, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Strategist Dr. Tricia chatted about Gareth’s recent trip to King’s Casino Rozvadov for WSOP Europe where he spent his time commentating both NLHE & PLO!
Then, Tricia answered a query regarding how to stop procrastinating and get started studying in order to move up in stakes.
She explained:
• Why clarity is a key ingredient
• How to go small in order to get results
• How to use commitment devices to ensure better performance
• Why procrastination is actually a mood management technique
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mttpokerschoolclassroom
Tweet us:
@drtriciacardner
@MTTpokerschool
Don’t forget to Sign up to get your FREE MTT Tools at: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Enroll in Dr. Cardner’s FREE online goal-setting course called: Rev Up Your Poker Success (http://bit.ly/RevPoker)
Still putting off signing up for my course Crack the Code: Free Yourself from Procrastination? There’s no time like the present to enroll and learn all the many ways that you can stop procrastinating once and for all! Check it out at: http://bit.ly/ProOnlineCourse

Episode 51 - Party Poker UK Millions Hand Review and Emotional Intelligence Oct 31, 2018

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In the 51st Episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Strategist Dr. Tricia discussed the biggest pot that Gareth played at the recent Party Poker Millions Event. The hand includes his response to a 3 bet pre-flop, his decision making on the flop, turn, and river and a discussion of factors that can encourage (or discourage) an all-in river bet.
Then, Tricia turned the attention to EQ (emotional intelligence) which Matt Berkey brought up at some length in Episode 50. She got several questions about what it is and how to get more of it.
She explained:
• A working definition of EQ
• The 4 main components of EQ (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management)
• Both she and Gareth gave examples and personal experiences with EQ
If you want free MTT content, head on over to the MTT Poker School YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mttpokerschool
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mttpokerschoolclassroom
Tweet us:
@drtriciacardner
@MTTpokerschool
Don’t forget to Sign up to get your FREE MTT Tools at: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Enroll in Dr. Cardner’s FREE online goal-setting course called: Rev Up Your Poker Success (http://bit.ly/RevPoker)
Still putting off signing up for my course Crack the Code: Free Yourself from Procrastination? There’s no time like the present to enroll and learn all the many ways that you can stop procrastinating once and for all! Check it out at: http://bit.ly/ProOnlineCourse

Episode 50 Part 2 - Interview with Matt Berkey Sep 28, 2018

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To celebrate reaching their 50th, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Strategist Dr. Tricia interviewed Super High Roller Matt Berkey! He spent almost 2 hours answering listener questions. This is is Part 2/2.
Topics covered included:
•How far Berkey gets out of line
•How ranges change when there's a straddle
•What Berkey thinks of Doug Polk's strategy
•Understanding and accepting variance
•And much, much more
As a reminder, Gareth has also started a new youtube channel specifically for chronicling both his poker adventures & behind the scenes of his budding poker coaching empire, which you can check out at: https://www.youtube.com/garethjamespoker
He also has the strategy channel over at: https://www.youtube.com/mttpokerschool
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mttpokerschoolclassroom
Tweet us:
@drtriciacardner
@mttpokerschool
Don’t forget to Sign up to get your FREE MTT Tools at: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Enroll in Dr. Cardner’s FREE online goal-setting course called: Rev Up Your Poker Success (http://bit.ly/RevPoker)
Still putting off signing up for my course Crack the Code: Free Yourself from Procrastination? There’s no time like the present to enroll and learn all the many ways that you can stop procrastinating once and for all! Check it out at: http://bit.ly/ProOnlineCourse

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