Poker On The Mind Podcast

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Episode 159 - You Could Be Wrong Dec 02, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 159! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts discussed a hand history question that focused on the dynamics between ICM, open-mindedness, and mindset. Topics discussed include:
●A brief discussion on the pain of losing versus the pleasure of winning
●How to embrace and learn from mistakes
●Why it can be difficult to receive feedback
●Bankroll considerations and how they can affect the mental side of the game
 Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind
Resources
Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Check out Tricia’s digital offerings at: https://www.peakpokermindset.com/
Check out the replay of Tricia’s webinar with Alex Fitzgerald on How to Stop Making Bad Calls: https://vimeo.com/767500329

Episode 158 - What Is Risk Premium? Nov 25, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 158! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered a stream viewers question about risk premiums. Topics covered in this episode include:
●A brief discussion on the Pomodoro technique and how it relates to the concept of deep work
●An update of Gareth’s upcoming book: The Final Table
●Why ‘risk premium’ is an important theoretical ICM concept for players to understand
●What risk premiums are and how to account for them when making decisions
 Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind
Resources
Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Check out Tricia’s digital offerings at: https://www.peakpokermindset.com/
Check out the replay of Tricia’s webinar with Alex Fitzgerald on How to Stop Making Bad Calls: https://vimeo.com/767500329

Episode 157 - Monitor Your Thinking Nov 18, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 157! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered the question “how do you know when to give up on a session where nothing has been going your way?” Topics covered in this episode include:
●A discussion of the proper definition of the mental game
●Why thinking on purpose is critical to winning poker
●The best ways to use self-awareness and observation to improve your game
●How to use the WDEP system to redirect your thoughts and actions
 Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind
Resources
Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Check out Tricia’s digital offerings at: https://www.peakpokermindset.com/
Check out the replay of Tricia’s webinar with Alex Fitzgerald on How to Stop Making Bad Calls: https://vimeo.com/767500329

Episode 156 - The Difference Between Study And Training Nov 11, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 156! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered the question: what are the top essential tools for players looking to improve their MTT strategy? Topics covered in this episode include:
●A discussion of why it’s important to train in the right way & tips on how to use the various recommended tools
●Why you need tracking software - PokerTracker was recommended for this
●The best preflop solver - HRC Beta was recommended
●The best postflop trainer - DTO is our pick
 Want us to answer your poker question?
  Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
  Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits  
Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/  
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure  
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 155 - Track The Inputs, Not The Outputs Nov 04, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 155! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered an anonymous listener who wanted feedback on the proper ways to improve his mental game. Topics covered in this episode include:
●A rundown of the common tilt triggers
●The role self-control and instant gratification play in the tilt response
●How to increase your awareness of tilt triggers
●Specific steps/strategies for dealing with tilt in-game
 Want us to answer your poker question?
  Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
  Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits  
Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/  
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure  
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 154 - Make Sure You're Not Over-Folding Oct 28, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 154! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered a listener question from Peter who wanted to find out if he played his hand well - particularly on the river. Topics covered in this episode include:
●A rundown of the hand as well as the factors that influence bet sizing
●The best sizing to use on jack and ten-high flops
●How to think about the hands that villain is most likely calling flop and turn with
●Assessing how value heavy opponent is on the river to determine the best play
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits
Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 153 - Best Personality for Poker? Oct 21, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 153! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered a listener question from Neil about the best personality type for poker. Topics covered in this episode include:
●What personality is and how it influences behaviour
●The big 5 personality categories
●How personality type may determine the type and format of poker that is preferred
●The difference between a “good” personality and the dark triad
 Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits
Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 152 - Talking About The Turn Sep 23, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 152! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, Gareth announced that he has a new book coming out next summer called The Final Table. Then the conversation turned to a listener question on the best way to study turn strategy in position. Topics covered in this episode include:
●Gareth’s book writing workflow & some of the topics he will be covering in his new book (ICM, BB defense, equity realization, short-handed play, HU play and more!)
●How flop play influences turn play
●The importance of categorizing turn cards (Gareth offered 6 categories)
●How to use drilling tools like DTO to practice a ton of turn spots
 Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits
Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 151 - Don't Forget To Breathe! Sep 09, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 151! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered a question from a listener who wants to know how to deal with nerves at the table. Topics covered in this episode include:
●Why self-awareness & self-observation are important to mental training
●The 6-2-7 breathing technique: what it is & how to use it
●The importance of meditation and exercise to improved mindset
●How to use progressive relaxation exercises to train yourself to calm down & release tension immediately - here’s a link to one of Dr. Tricia Cardner’s youtube videos that will walk you through a short progressive relaxation exercise - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBbuwcFbfFA
 Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits
Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 150 - Our Favourite Episodes Aug 29, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 150! In this extended episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner take a walk down memory lane in celebration of 150 episodes! They took turns talking about their favourite episodes from 2017 to now. The episodes mentioned (which you can check out here) were:
●Episode 36: Staying motivated after winning
●Episode 01: Anger management and AQs
●Episode 49: Pull the trigger: Fear of failure, perfectionism and resilience
●Episode 36: Staying motivated after winning
●Episode 18: Deliberate practice
●Episode 57: We’ve finished the book!
●Episode 82: Run bad mindset & the role of luck
●Episode 46: A Las Vegas recap
●Episode 111: Dealing with ADHD as a poker player
●Episode 26: Dealing with sleep issues
●Episode 69: The effects of sleep on poker performance
●Episode 74: Can we retrain the brain for better sleep?
●Episode 121: Respect the mental game
●Episode 122: Our friend won a bracelet
 Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits
Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

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