Table 1 Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Poker’s Secret Economy: Inside the Mind of a Piece Buyer May 17, 2025

Show notes

Play with us online at Phenom Poker: https://joinphenompoker.comPlay with us at Table 1: https://table1.vegas------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Episode 78: Derek WoltersYou ever stake a buddy just because he ran hot in your home game? Yeah, me too. We've all done it. Invested in a friend. Invested in a rando. Ignored the markup. Thought, "Hey, we’re all crushers, right?"Wrong.Today we’re joined by a guy who actually knows what he’s doing. Derek Wolters has been buying poker pieces for over 15 years. Profitably. Grab a drink. Grab a pen. You’re gonna want to take notes.Derek's Links:https://derekwolters.comhttps://x.com/derek_woltersTable 1 Links:https://table1.vegashttps://x.com/table1vegasinstagram.com/table1vegas youtube.com/@Table1VegasPhenom: https://joinphenompoker.com Art's links:https://x.com/artparmannSlotMaps - Learn to Beat Slot Machines (seriously) - https://slotmaps.comPokerHQ - Your Poker Network, Upgraded. https://pokerhq.ioJustin's links:https://x.com/justinyoung07Phenom Poker - https://play.phenompoker.com/register?r=JYPokerAbout Table 1 Podcast and YouTube Channel:Welcome to the Table 1 Podcast, your ultimate destination for everything high-stakes poker. Hosted by poker enthusiasts Art Parmann and Justin Young, our podcast brings you in-depth interviews with the biggest names in poker, captivating stories from the poker world, and insights into the game’s strategies and trends.Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, our channel offers something for everyone. We cover high-stakes cash games, tournaments, gambling, and the latest poker news. Our content includes:Exclusive Interviews: Conversations with top poker players, industry experts, and rising stars.Poker Strategies: Tips and tricks to improve your game, from basic concepts to advanced techniques.Poker News: Stay updated with the latest happenings in the poker world.Entertainment: Enjoy tales of epic poker sessions, amusing anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes stories from the poker community.Our mission is to create a fun and informative space where poker enthusiasts can come together to learn, share, and enjoy the game. Don’t miss out on our engaging episodes and insightful discussions that bring you closer to the heart of poker.Don't miss this engaging #poker #podcast. Explore popular poker vlogs and podcasts like those by Andrew Neeme, Brad Owen, Ryan Depaulo: Degenerate Gambler, Jaman Burton, CzechRaiseCharles, Mariano Poker, Raising The Nuts, Rampage Poker, Matt Vaughn, Ben Deach, PokerKraut, Detroit Poker, Marle, Jaime Staples, Jeff Gross, Lex Velhuis, BBZStaking, Raise Your Edge, Daniel Negreanu, Jeff Boski, and Doug Polk.From Zero to Hero: Poker's Biggest Success StoriesPoker Legends: Their Rise From Humble Beginnings to High Stakes GloryThe Grind to the Top: Inspiring Poker Success Stories You Won't BelieveFrom Broke to Bankrupt to Millions: The Wild Ride of Poker SuccessPoker Legends: Secrets to Success & Life's Biggest WinsFrom Broke to Billionaire: Poker's Ultimate Life LessonsThe Mental Game of Poker: How to Win at LifePoker Pro's Guide to Building an Empire (Beyond the Table)The Biggest Blunders in Poker: How to Avoid Them in LifePoker Masters on Overcoming Adversity: Lessons for Everyone

You Thought It Was Fake… Here’s $50 Million Worth of Footage May 10, 2025

Show notes

Play with us online at Phenom Poker: https://play.phenompoker.com/register
Play with us at Table 1: https://table1.vegas

Episode 77: Rory Young is back.

After going viral for betting $100,000 that Rich Alati could survive in a pitch-black bathroom for 30 days, a wave of skeptics called BS. Rumors swirled. Reddit threads accused him of staging it. Some said it never happened. Rory said nothing — until now.

In this follow-up episode, Rory brings the receipts: 5+ terabytes of time-stamped, uncut footage, legal contracts, interviews, and inside access to one of the wildest prop bets in poker history.

This isn’t a story. It’s evidence.

Show Notes

0:00 – The skeptics, the rumors, and the $50M challenge
1:28 – Why people thought the $100K bet was fake
3:02 – The "drive me there now" Len Ashby story
5:06 – Rory explains how they sealed off the bathroom
6:50 – Footage folder reveal: 5TB of raw video
9:04 – Inside the isolation: food drops, cameras, pushups
11:30 – Was Rich hallucinating? Early footage breakdown
14:00 – The motorcycle helmet & blackout structure explained
17:08 – Did Rory scam anyone? Here's how the side action worked
20:19 – Rich’s video diary: “I’ve got the hang of it now”
22:25 – Buyout negotiations + audio clip of the offer
25:03 – Why Rory didn’t sell this to Netflix (yet)
27:14 – Footage of Rich emerging after 19 days
29:55 – Analyzing the “fake” theories with receipts
33:20 – What’s next? More prop bets? Submarines?
35:40 – Rory’s take on the internet doubters
37:07 – Final word + how to view the raw footage (if you're serious)

Table 1 Links:

Art's Links:

Justin's Links:

About Table 1 Podcast and YouTube Channel:

Welcome to the Table 1 Podcast, your ultimate destination for everything high-stakes poker. Hosted by poker enthusiasts Art Parmann and Justin Young, our podcast brings you in-depth interviews with the biggest names in poker, captivating stories from the poker world, and insights into the game’s strategies and trends.

$5M Downswings, Prague Girls & Private Games: JRB Tells All May 03, 2025

Show notes

Play with us online at Phenom Poker: https://play.phenompoker.com/register?r=Table1

Play with us at Table 1: https://table1.vegas

Episode 76: Jean-Robert Bellande

What do you get when you mix $5 million downswings, pool degenning in Hollywood, nightclub deals with celebrities, and high-stakes poker in Vegas? You get Jean-Robert Bellande.

In this episode, JRB tells us about:

Getting staked by Tom Dwan
Pool games for $20,000
Teaching Robl how to be better for the game
His time running games in Prague with a sauna in his bedroom
And the $270,000 blind call that actually happened

No fluff. No B.S. Just the real stories from a guy who’s lived five lives and still smiles through it all.

🃏 Want to play with us? → https://table1.vegas
🎧 Subscribe to the pod. New episodes weekly.
📩 Table 1 Newsletter → “High Stakes Vegas. In Your Inbox.” www.table1.beehiiv.com

Show Notes:

00:00 Haitian Family, International Living
10:02 Finding Gambling
14:12 Pool Hall Grinding and Club Promoting
26:11 Moving to Prague & Running Poker Games
34:37 Las Vegas Living
37:34 Tournaments
43:06 Andrew Robl
49:45 The $50k PPC Deep Run & Mixed Games
57:02 Eric Wasserson & Funny Staking Deals
1:02:33 Private Games Are Good For Poker?
1:09:12 Downswings & Alan Keating
1:21:04 Back on Track
1:25:11 Keep it in the Family
1:30:27 The Future!

JRB's Links:

Table 1 Links:

Art's Links:

Justin's Links:

About Table 1 Podcast & YouTube Channel:

Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, our channel offers something for everyone. We cover high-stakes cash games, tournaments, gambling, and the latest poker news.

Our content includes:

Exclusive Interviews: Top players, industry insiders, and rising stars.
Poker Strategies: From beginner tips to elite techniques.
News & Trends: Stay updated on the poker world.
Entertainment: Wild poker sessions, epic wins, and hilarious stories.

Our mission is to create a fun, informative space where poker lovers can learn, laugh, and connect. Subscribe and come hang with us.

Don't miss this episode. Discover more poker podcasts and vlogs from:

Andrew Neeme, Brad Owen, Ryan Depaulo, Jaman Burton, CzechRaiseCharles, Mariano, Rampage Poker, Marle, Jeff Gross, Lex Velhuis, BBZStaking, Raise Your Edge, Daniel Negreanu, Doug Polk, and more.

Courtrooms, Cash Games, and Comebacks. Mark Seif Tells All! Apr 27, 2025

Show notes

🎯 Play With Us:
👉 Play Online at Phenom Poker
👉 Play Live at Table 1

🎙️ Episode 75: Mark Seif

Mark Seif has lived a life few can match — from working on the O.J. Simpson prosecution team to winning back-to-back WSOP bracelets, to helping his clients win $6 million in the famous Jamie Gold case.

In this episode, we cover:

🃏 Early days of the WPT and online poker boom
⚖️ Stories from the O.J. Simpson trial
♠️ Finding poker (and losing it) — and why he walked away from law
🔥 The Absolute Poker scandal and what happened behind the scenes
🏆 Winning two WSOP bracelets back-to-back
🎯 His new approach to poker: less grinding, more playing when it matters

Mark holds nothing back — from courtroom battles to the high-stakes felt.
Subscribe and listen for a rare look inside one of poker’s most unique journeys.

⏱️ Show Notes:

00:00 Early Days of WPT
06:47 Childhood Poker?!
11:14 Finding Poker Again
12:56 Poker in Law School?
17:45 OJ Simpson Prosecution Team
23:55 Tournament Poker & Online Poker
33:18 Quitting Lawyering And Going Broke
44:35 The Jamie Gold Case (CRAZY INTERESTING)
55:54 The Good Ol’ WSOP
1:02:37 Getting Sponsored & Early Online Poker
1:19:17 Back-to-Back Bracelets & Prime Soccer Club
1:27:22 Coming Back To Poker
1:29:30 The Future & Absolute Poker Scandal Stories

🔗 Mark's Links:

🔗 Table 1 Links:

🔗 Art's Links:

🔗 Justin's Links:

🎙️ About Table 1 Podcast:

Welcome to the Table 1 Podcast, your ultimate destination for everything high-stakes poker. Hosted by Art Parmann and Justin Young, we bring you:

Exclusive interviews with top players and industry legends
High-stakes strategies and behind-the-scenes insights
Epic stories from poker’s wildest games and moments
Real talk about the poker lifestyle and trends

Whether you're a seasoned player or just getting into the game, Table 1 is your seat at the table. Join us for fun, insights, and the best poker content around!

Don't miss this engaging #poker #podcast featuring inspiration alongside top poker creators like Andrew Neeme, Brad Owen, Ryan Depaulo, Rampage Poker, Lex Veldhuis, Doug Polk, and many more.

You Don't Need to Be the Best Player to Win at Poker. Billy DGAF's Story. Apr 19, 2025

Show notes

🎲 Play with us at Table 1: https://table1.vegas

♠️ Play with us online: https://play.phenompoker.com/register?r=Table1

🎙️ Episode 74 - Billy "DGAF"

Poker Pro. Went Broke. Built a Game Anyway.

In this episode, we sit down with DGAF — the man behind one of LA’s most legendary poker lineups — and unpack the real story behind the chips.

From learning five-card draw at age 7 to losing it all (twice) to building a daily 5/5/10 at Hustler, this is a story of resilience, regret, and rebuilding.

💬 We talk:
– Why being “good for the game” beats being the best
– Going broke even while winning
– How to host games that actually last
– And the mental traps most poker pros never escape

This is not a strategy episode. It’s a story episode. A “why the hell am I still doing this?” episode.

🎧 Listen in — and maybe rethink what a winning poker life really looks like.

⏱️ Show Notes

00:00 - Podcast Intro & Guest Reveal
2:00 - Starting Poker Young: Childhood Guts Games
6:00 - Grinding Up the Bankroll with Early Casino Wins
8:00 - Competitive Drive: What Makes Poker Players Succeed
10:02 - Life Journey Reflections & No Real Plan
12:01 - Doug Polk, Garrett Adelstein & Legendary Poker Guests
16:01 - Bellagio Bankroll Stories & Casino Life Realities
22:00 - Poker Table Perceptions & Stereotypes
26:00 - Rebuilding the Bankroll & Going Sober
34:02 - Poker Days in LA: Around 2011–2013
36:00 - Finding a Voice in Poker Content & Commentary
42:00 - Player Drama & The Community's Expectations
44:00 - Giving Advice & Lessons from the Felt
48:00 - Poker & Passive Income Opportunities
52:00 - The Poker Grind: New Players Entering the Scene
56:01 - Living Costs & Managing Financial Pressure
58:00 - Debt, Loyalty & Trust Among Poker Friends
1:00:00 - Hopes to Build Wealth & Sell the Podcast
1:04:00 - Stepping Away from the Poker World Completely
1:06:03 - RFID Controversy & Industry Pushback
1:08:00 - Behind the Mic: Stories from Legendary Interviews

🔗 Billy's Links

X: https://x.com/dgafpokerplayer
Lucky Lady Casino Live: YouTube Channel
DGAF Podcast: Patreon
Poker Rags: https://pokerrags.us

♣️ Table 1 Links

🧠 Art's Links

🃏 Justin's Links

About the Table 1 Podcast

Welcome to the Table 1 Podcast, your ultimate destination for everything high-stakes poker. Hosted by Art Parmann and Justin Young, we bring you in-depth interviews, legendary stories, and behind-the-scenes insight into private games and poker culture.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the game, we cover:

🎤 Exclusive interviews with top players
🧠 Strategy tips from real-world experience
📰 News and controversy from the poker scene
🤣 Stories, drama, and poker-life moments

Don’t miss this engaging #poker #podcast. Tune in and explore more with creators like Andrew Neeme, Brad Owen, Doug Polk, Rampage Poker, Jaman Burton, and more.

From Broke to Ballin’: Stories That’ll Reshape How You Think About Poker and Life.

From PhD to Poker Pro: Maria Konnikova’s Life-Altering Bet Apr 12, 2025

Show notes

Try DeFi Crypto Vaults. Curated by Gauntlet
(Do your own research!)

Play poker with us at Table 1: https://table1.vegas/

Play poker with us online: Phenom Poker

🎙️ Episode 73 - Maria Konnikova

What happens when a Harvard PhD with zero poker experience cold emails Erik Seidel — one of the greatest poker minds of all time — and asks him to teach her the game?

Maria Konnikova didn’t just learn poker. She lived it. And her journey from academic to pro player became the basis for her bestselling book The Biggest Bluff.

In this episode, we talk about:

🎓 Why Maria walked away from academia
♠️ The insane story of how she got Erik Seidel to coach her
🧠 What poker teaches us about decision-making, risk, and life
📕 Behind the scenes of writing The Biggest Bluff
🎙️ How storytelling, emotion, and psychology collide at the table

Whether you’re a poker fan, a writer, or just love wild career pivots — this is one of our best episodes yet.

📋 Show Notes

00:00 Maria Hates Games And Can’t Count
07:20 Rounders = Poker
09:57 Learning Poker To Write a Book
14:26 Cold Calling Erik Seidel Out Of Position
25:42 The Biggest Bluff Book Release
31:47 Staying in Poker After The Book
36:41 Some Angling & Some Poker Mistakes
44:40 The WSOP Circuit Event Drama
47:10 Cheating vs Angling
52:33 The Future!

🎯 Maria's Links

🃏 Table 1 Links

🎧 Art’s Links

🧠 Justin’s Links

🪑 About Table 1 Podcast

Welcome to the Table 1 Podcast, your ultimate destination for everything high-stakes poker. Hosted by Art Parmann and Justin Young, we bring you deep-dive interviews, legendary stories, and sharp insights from the poker world.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just learning the ropes, we’ve got something for you:

🎤 Exclusive Interviews: Top players, underground legends, and poker’s brightest minds
🧠 Strategy: From beginner basics to advanced plays
📢 News: Stay on top of the poker scene
🤣 Entertainment: Wild stories, Vegas hijinks, and unforgettable hands

Subscribe now and join our growing poker community. You’re always welcome at Table 1.

💬 Related Content & Poker Legends

Check out other amazing poker podcasts and creators like: Andrew Neeme, Brad Owen, Ryan Depaulo, Jaman Burton, Mariano Poker, Rampage, Matt Vaughn, Doug Polk, Jeff Gross, Lex Veldhuis, BBZStaking, and Raise Your Edge.

More From the Table 1 Archive:

From Zero to Hero: Poker's Biggest Success Stories
Poker Legends: Secrets to Success & Life's Biggest Wins
The Mental Game of Poker: How to Win at Life
The Biggest Blunders in Poker — And How to Avoid Them

He Started with $0. Now He Plays $250,000 Poker Tournaments. Sam Greenwood's Journey. Apr 05, 2025

Show notes

Try DeFi Crypto Vaults. Curated by Gauntlet https://Gauntlet.xyz/t1 (Do your own research!)

Play poker with us at Table 1: https://table1.vegas

Play poker with us online: https://play.phenompoker.com/register?r=Table1

Sam Greenwood didn’t deposit. He didn’t cheat. He just kept winning.
This is the kind of origin story you wish was fake.

From free money on Bugsy’s Club (RIP) to turning a DraftKings NFL lineup into $100K — Sam’s journey from a nerdy Canadian teenager to a world-class high roller will have you grinning.

Why? Because this isn’t just poker. It’s a story about playing the game better than anyone else.

📌 This is the Hero’s Journey with a bankroll. And you’ll love every hand.

Show Notes

00:00 Let’s Crack a Cold One And Reminisce
5:43 Childhood Games & The Family Business (and some barking dogs)
13:00 Finding Poker
21:36 Poker With A Twin Brother
23:39 Sit n Go’s to MTTs
29:04 Balancing University and Poker
31:39 Black Friday, DFS & Bankroll Sun Run
42:29 Canadian Withholding Hurts in USA
45:37 Super High Rollers
54:07 Auditioning for Jane Street Finance
57:44 Sam’s “Punt of the Day”
1:14:31 Funniest High Roller Shenanigans & The Future

Sam's Links

Punt of the Day: https://samgreenwoodpoker.substack.com/
X: https://x.com/samgreenwoodRIO
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samgreenwoodrio/

Table 1 Links

Play with us at Table 1: https://table1.vegas
Play with us online at Phenom Poker: https://play.phenompoker.com/register?r=Table1
X: https://x.com/table1vegas
IG: https://instagram.com/table1vegas

Justin's Links

X: https://x.com/justinyoung07
Play with Justin on Phenom: https://PhenomPoker.com/?=jypoker

Art's Links

X: https://x.com/ArtParmann
PokerHQ, Your poker network. Upgraded: https://pokerhq.io

Art Wins Big at Table 1, WSOP Predictions, Cash Flow on PokerGO & CookamaBUNGO Apr 02, 2025

Show notes

Try DeFi Crypto Vaults: Curated by Gauntlet – ⁠https://Gauntlet.xyz/t1⁠ (Do your own research!)

Play Poker with Us: Live: ⁠https://table1.vegas/⁠

Online: ⁠https://joinphenompoker.com

🎧 Episode 71 - Table 1 Has Some Fun

This week’s episode is what happens when you mix high-stakes poker with low-stakes nonsense — and we mean that as a compliment.

We start with Art comparing himself to the Incredible Hulk, recent results on PokerGO (a little bragging, a little bankroll update). Then we dive into:

New faces coming to Table 1
A dash of exposure (giggity)
The wild world of live poker at Venetian

Midway through? We invent a new game (CookamaBUNGO™), share the secret to a great marriage (spoiler: it’s not therapy), and brainstorm how to turn cat-sitting into a profitable side hustle during the WSOP.

And yes — there’s butt stuff. And concierge doctors. You know… normal Table 1 stuff.

🎯 Show Notes

00:00 Recent Results & Cash Flow on PokerGO
08:41 New Players Coming to Table 1
11:24 Some T1 Exposure (giggity)
14:09 Venetian Poker Live
18:48 CookamaBUNGO, Guts & Inventing Games
26:35 The Key To Being Married
31:09 WSOP Predictions & Cat Sitting for Profit
35:32 PokerHQ
38:25 Justin’s Butt Stuff & Concierge Doctors

🎙 About Table 1 Podcast

Welcome to the Table 1 Podcast, your ultimate destination for everything high-stakes poker. Hosted by poker enthusiasts Art Parmann and Justin Young, our podcast delivers interviews with poker legends, wild stories from behind the scenes, and strategic insights for players at all levels.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, we’ve got you covered with:

Exclusive Interviews – Top players, experts, and rising stars
Poker Strategy – From beginner basics to pro-level tips
Poker News – Stay updated with the latest in the game
Entertainment – Hilarious hands, community stories, and more

Our mission? Create a fun and informative space where poker lovers connect, laugh, and level up their game.

📲 Connect with Us

Table 1:
Phenom Poker: https://play.phenompoker.com/register
Twitter: https://x.com/table1vegas
Instagram: @table1vegas
Website: https://table1.vegas

Art’s Links:
PokerHQ: https://pokerhq.io
Twitter: @table1vegas

Justin’s Links:
Play with Justin: https://PhenomPoker.com/?=jypoker
Twitter: @justinyoung07

🎥 Love Poker Content?

Check out other great creators: Andrew Neeme, Brad Owen, Ryan Depaulo, Jaman Burton, Mariano Poker, CzechRaiseCharles, Marle, Lex Veldhuis, Doug Polk, and more. We’re building a community — come be part of it.

#poker #podcast #Table1

$25K Buy-In with ZERO Experience?! Victoria Livschitz’s Wild Poker Journey Mar 25, 2025

Show notes

Episode 70 - Victoria Livschitz (Part 2)

Try DeFi Crypto Vaults. Curated by Gauntlet: https://Gauntlet.xyz/t1
(Do your own research!)

Play poker with us at Table 1: https://table1.vegas/

Play poker with us online: https://play.phenompoker.com/register...

Episode 70 - Victoria Livschitz (Part 2)

What do you do after selling a billion-dollar company? If you’re Victoria Livschitz, you go straight into a $25K poker tournament.

She had never played at that level before. She barely knew what "blockers" were. But she knew how to win.

This episode is what happens when a self-made genius discovers poker.

She quit tech and moved to Montana to “retire”… then found poker.
She studied poker the way she studied chess—obsessively.
She put up $25,000 against the best players in the world just to learn.
And within months, she was cashing for millions in tournaments and re-inventing the tools the pros use.

Show Notes

00:00 COVID and The Mountains
10:31 Foray into Poker = A $25k Buy In?!
20:09 The New Obsession
29:35 Octopi Poker!
35:24 Eat Your Own Dogfood
39:37 Sweet Solver Features
43:11 The Future Of Octopi & Pricing vs Competition
53:45 Why George?

Octopi's Links

Octopi: https://octopipoker.ai
X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/octopipoker

Victoria's X

https://x.com/VictoriaL_64

Table 1 Links

Phenom Poker: https://play.phenompoker.com/register...
T1 Twitter: https://x.com/table1vegas
T1 IG: @table1vegas
T1 Website: https://table1.vegas

Art's Links

PokerHQ - Run a poker game? Let your game run itself: https://pokerhq.io
Twitter: https://x.com/table1vegas

Justin's Links

Play Phenom Poker with me: https://PhenomPoker.com/?=jypoker
Twitter: https://x.com/justinyoung07

About Table 1 Podcast and YouTube Channel

Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, our channel offers something for everyone. We cover high-stakes cash games, tournaments, gambling, and the latest poker news.

Our content includes:

Exclusive Interviews: Conversations with top poker players, industry experts, and rising stars.
Poker Strategies: Tips and tricks to improve your game, from basic concepts to advanced techniques.
Poker News: Stay updated with the latest happenings in the poker world.
Entertainment: Enjoy tales of epic poker sessions, amusing anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes stories from the poker community.

Our mission is to create a fun and informative space where poker enthusiasts can come together to learn, share, and enjoy the game. Don’t miss out on our engaging episodes and insightful discussions that bring you closer to the heart of poker.

Don't miss this engaging #poker #podcast. Explore popular poker vlogs and podcasts like those by Andrew Neeme, Brad Owen, Ryan Depaulo: Degenerate Gambler, Jaman Burton, CzechRaiseCharles, Mariano Poker, Raising The Nuts, Rampage Poker, Matt Vaughn, Ben Deach, PokerKraut, Detroit Poker, Marle, Jaime Staples, Jeff Gross, Lex Velhuis, BBZStaking, Raise Your Edge, Daniel Negreanu, Jeff Boski, and Doug Polk.

Heads-Up With the Russian Government: How a Chess Prodigy Gambled Big and Won in Silicon Valley - Victoria Livschitz Mar 15, 2025

Show notes

Try DeFi Crypto Vaults. Curated by Gauntlet - https://Gauntlet.xyz/t1
(Do your own research!)

Play poker with us at Table 1: https://table1.vegas/

Play poker with us online: https://play.phenompoker.com/register?r=Table1

Episode 69 - Victoria Livschitz

Victoria Livschitz isn’t just a chess prodigy turned tech founder—she’s a high-stakes baller who built a billion-dollar cloud company before "cloud computing" was even a thing. Then? She had to negotiate with the Russian government to keep it. Yeah, you read that right.

She walked into America with $300 and a suitcase full of dirty diapers and walked out with an empire. And oh yeah—if she had discovered poker earlier, she says she never would’ve built her company. That’s how hooked she gets on strategy.

This episode is a MASTERCLASS in taking risks, betting big, and winning in life. You in?