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Smart Poker Study Podcast

Sky Matsuhashi discusses poker Cash games, MTT’s and SNG’s for all poker stakes and games like No Limit Hold’em (NLHE), Pot Limit Omaha (PLO) and Stud variations of poker. Lots of poker strategy discussed and Q&A’s with listeners. We interview successful poker players and coaches like Alex Fitzgerald, Daniel Negreanu, Phil Ivey, Phil Helmuth, Jason Sommerville, Andrew Lichtenberger, Phil Galfond, Isaac (Ike) Haxton, Vanessa Selbst, Ed Miller, Jared Tendler, James “Splitsuit” Sweeney. This show is a lot like Thinking Poker, Grinder School.com Poker Podcast, The Official Red Chip Poker Podcast, The Mental Game of Poker Radio Show, Tournament Poker Edge, Weekly Poker Hand with Jonathan Little, Under the Gun Poker Podcast with David Tuchman, Carrot Poker, TwoPlusTwo.com Poker Cast, Pokernews Podcast and the Ante Up Poker Podcast (not so much modeled after Nerd Poker w/Brian Posehn).
Smart Poker Study Podcast: Twice Weekly dedicated to making you a better poker player today than you were yesterday.
Hosted by Sky Matsuhashi, poker pro & coach
Please visit us at http://www.smartpokerstudy.com

Latest Episodes:

16 Quick Tips Every CRUSHER Needs to WIN MORE from Fish #525 Jan 23, 2025

Show notes

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/pod525

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/YouTube525

https://www.thepokerforge.com

Poker Players ARE Valuable #524 Jan 15, 2025

Show notes

Are we valuable member's of society? Heck yes! And I lay out why here.

https://smartpokerstudy.com/pod524

Here's the Winning Formula for SMART Poker Goals in 2025 #523 Jan 04, 2025

Show notes

Let me help you kick off your 2025 poker journey with some SMART Poker Goals that are sure to lead you to success!

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/pod523

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/YouTube523

https://www.thepokerforge.com

Setting SMART Goals for 2025 Poker Success With the RecPoker Podcast Dec 30, 2024

Show notes

Sky Matsuhashi joins Jim Reed and John Somsky on the Rec Poker Podcast to discuss the importance of setting SMART goals for poker players in 2025. SMART, which stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound, serves as a framework to help players create actionable plans for improvement. The conversation touches on various strategies for handling three-bets in cash games, highlighting the need for players to analyze their opponents and adjust their ranges accordingly. Sky shares insights into his own goals for the upcoming year, including creating new courses and growing his YouTube channel. Listeners are encouraged to actively participate in defining their own poker objectives, emphasizing accountability and continuous learning as key to achieving success in the game.

Takeaways:

Setting SMART goals for poker can enhance focus and measurable progress in skill development.
Breaking down yearly goals into manageable weekly objectives increases the likelihood of achieving them.
Identifying opponent's tendencies and adjusting your strategy is crucial when facing three bets.
Understanding flop texture and ranges can significantly improve decision-making in cash games.
Effective bankroll management is essential to transitioning to higher stakes while minimizing risk.
Utilizing tools like databases and tracking software can reveal valuable insights into your play.

Links referenced in this episode:

Keywords:

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Simulate Success: Prime Your Mind for Winning Live Poker Dec 23, 2024

Show notes

This podcast episode offers a valuable tip for live poker players, especially during the holiday season when more time is available for gaming. Sky shares an effective warm-up strategy inspired by his Poker Forge student, Ron, who successfully transitions from online micro stakes to live cash games. By playing a full ring game on Ignition Poker without a HUD, Ron simulates the live poker environment, allowing him to hone his observational skills and make player reads. Throughout the episode, Sky recounts a hand he played where he hit a set with pocket deuces, illustrating the practical application of the discussed strategies. The episode emphasizes the importance of preparing mentally for live play, encouraging listeners to adopt similar warm-up techniques before heading to the poker room.

Takeaways:

Ron, a Poker Forge student, successfully simulates live poker before his sessions.
Warming up with full ring micro stakes helps to prepare for live cash games.
Paying attention to player actions is crucial when playing without a HUD.
Practicing player reads and noting tendencies can enhance live poker performance.
Setting a goal of making $65 per hour can keep players motivated.
The strategy of turning off the HUD during online practice sharpens live poker skills.

Links referenced in this episode:

Improve Your Poker Now! Alex Fitzgerald Interview #520 Dec 17, 2024

Show notes

I interviewed Alex Fitzgerald, co-author of 'Improve Your Poker Now!' We discuss his new book along with exploitative and GTO poker.

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/pod520

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/YouTube520

https://www.thepokerforge.com

Follow LARRY! Learn, Apply, Review, Repeat, Yer on Yer Way #519 Dec 09, 2024

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Follow LARRY for the win! Let me show you how to Learn, Apply, Review, Repeat… Yer on Yer Way to poker's wonderland!

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/pod519

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/YouTube519

https://www.thepokerforge.com

Let’s End the Year on an Aggressive Up-note #518 Dec 03, 2024

Show notes

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/pod518

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/YouTube518

https://www.thepokerforge.com

Weather the Poker Storms – The Mental Game #517 Nov 25, 2024

Show notes

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/pod517

https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/YouTube517

https://www.thepokerforge.com

Post-flop Online Poker Book: https://smartpokerstudy.com/post-flop-online-poker-book/

Episode #516 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HRHygKexe10?si=DxwJXF1EYNeF9Ahg

Upgrade Your Poker Decisions – Plan for the Future #516 Nov 20, 2024

Show notes

Use the Future! Tick Sheet to help you gauge and plan for your opponent's reactions to your plays.

Show Notes: https://www.SmartPokerStudy.com/pod516

QTs Quiz: https://youtu.be/Uq2qMVO42pc

The Poker Forge - #1 Microstakes Online Poker Training Site: https://www.ThePokerForge.com

Online Poker Hand Reading Workbook: https:www.smartpokerstudy.com/handreadingworkbook

Smart HUD for PokerTracker 4: https://www.SmartPokerStudy.com/smarthud

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