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The Official Red Chip Poker Podcast

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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Latest Episodes:

The Poker Mindset HP Model · S5E31 Dec 27, 2022

You already know a strong poker mindset is crucial for long term success. But how the heck does melding the idea of mental game and hit point meters from video games work?

Coach “w34z3l” shares his model for mindset by merging mental and HP to form a superb visualization for monitoring your poker brain. Enjoy!

Optimizing Your Poker Mindset: https://redchippoker.com/optimize-your-mindset-for-poker-success/
Our New Poker Cheat Sheets: https://redchippoker.com/poker-cheat-sheets/
6 Things I Wish Learned Sooner: https://youtu.be/s2eLEuq2Oxg
Join Us For Season 6 in CORE/PRO: https://redchippoker.com/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

More Rake Is ______? · S5E30 Dec 13, 2022

While you can look at poker rake as simply the price of doing business, it’s important to understand how this has changed over the years. Where do your rake dollars go? Why are sites limiting winning players? Where is the rake heading? And what the heck is going on in the business of poker?

Coach “w34z3l” breaks it down discussing everything from ‘the good ‘ol days’ to the current competition between PokerStars and GG Poker. Enjoy!

The Truth About Live Poker: https://www.splitsuit.com/live-poker-cash-game-truths
Our New Poker Cheat Sheets: https://redchippoker.com/poker-cheat-sheets/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Hacking Your Poker Productivity In 2023 · S5E29 Nov 29, 2022

You could be so much more productive, and both your on & off table poker time could be used more powerfully. So in this episode, coach “w34z3l” shares easy hacks to improve your productivity and become way more efficient. Instead of reading another listicle with 68 boring productivity tips, listen to this one podcast episode and start reclaiming more of your time. Enjoy!

Effective Poker Study: https://youtu.be/maaDxqtQgT4
Your Weekly Poker Study Guide: https://www.splitsuit.com/ultimate-weekly-poker-study-guide
Black Friday 2022 Discounts: https://redchippoker.com/black-friday-2022/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Online Poker Cheating In 2023 · S5E28 Nov 15, 2022

Unfortunately, cheating still exists in online poker. But with a little knowledge of what to look for, you can better protect yourself when playing on your favorite site. In this episode, coach “w34z3l” breaks down the main ways people cheat in online poker - from collusion to RTA to superusers - with an understanding of how much these cost you. Online poker operators should be protecting their players more, but the first line of defense is always yourself. Enjoy!

GTO Gems Book: https://redchippoker.com/gto-gems-book
Black Friday 2022 Discounts: https://redchippoker.com/black-friday-2022/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

The Live Cash Game Preflop Toolbox · S5E27 Nov 01, 2022

Does your live cash game preflop strategy need some updating? Are you using the right ranges, sizing your raises properly, and getting aggressive in the correct spots? In this episode, coach “w34z3l” shares his entire toolbox for live cash games that you can begin using today. Enjoy!

The Preflop Poker Checklist: https://www.splitsuit.com/free-preflop-poker-checklist
Using GTO Preflop Ranges: https://redchippoker.com/using-gto-solved-preflop-ranges-podcast/
Get Every Live Preflop Range In Our App: https://redchippoker.com/gto-ranges-app

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Deriving Exploits In Poker · S5E26 Oct 18, 2022

Even though GTO is all the rage, the highest winrates will always be captured with solid exploitative strategies when playing against humans. In this episode, coach “w34z3l” shares how you can derive exploits in today’s games. Enjoy!

GTO vs Exploitative Poker: https://youtu.be/ock7nJOhsa4
Poker Exploits 101: https://redchippoker.com/exploitative-poker-101/
Enroll In The CORE Poker Course: https://redchippoker.com/launch-core

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

The Simple Bet Sizing Framework · S5E25 Oct 04, 2022

How well do you select your bet sizes in no-limit hold’em? Do you need a model for bet sizing with various hand strengths? In this episode, coach “w34z3l” shares his simplified bet size strategy so you can start using bigger (and smaller) bets in the correct places. Enjoy!

Pot Geometry & Bet Sizes: https://www.splitsuit.com/poker-bet-sizes-final-pot-size
Upgrade To PRO To Watch The Full Bet Sizing Course: https://redchippoker.com/membership

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

7 Hand Reading Principles · S5E24 Sep 20, 2022

Do your hand reading skills leave something to be desired? Are you still struggling to put your opponent on a correct range of hands? In this episode, coach “w34z3l” shares seven hand reading principles that will help you assign better ranges, consider bet sizing tells, look at capped ranges, and more. Enjoy!

Poker Ranges 101: https://www.splitsuit.com/poker-ranges-reading
Upgrade To A PRO Membership: https://redchippoker.com/membership

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Tips For Going Pro In Poker · S5E23 Sep 06, 2022

Are you considering playing poker professionally and looking for some tips on making the transition successfully? In this episode, coach “w34z3l” breaks down the inner workings of going pro and handling everything from money to study time to the love of playing poker. If the idea of playing poker full-time is alluring, be sure to listen to this entire episode. Enjoy!

Get The GTO Ranges App: https://redchippoker.com/gto-ranges-app
Going Pro (Complete Guide): https://redchippoker.com/should-i-become-a-poker-pro/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

2 Chapters From GTO Poker Gems · S5E22 Aug 23, 2022

Enjoy free chapters from the new poker book, GTO Poker Gems. The first chapter dives into the complexity of a pure GTO solution and why a game like NLHE (or even PLO) likely will NOT be truly solved in our lifetime. Comparisons between GTO and exploitative approaches get explored through the lens of simplified solved games while also breaking down when these comparisons simply fail. The next chapter looks at GTO bluffing and leverages the perfect polarization model to draw out some macro ideas about bluffs in modern poker. We also attempt to break the solver, which is maybe why we can’t have nice things.

Get the full GTO Poker Gems book: https://redchippoker.com/gto-gems-book
What are ranges in poker?: https://www.splitsuit.com/poker-ranges-reading
Free pot odds poker calculator: https://www.splitsuit.com/free-pot-odds-poker-tool

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Effective Poker Study · S5E21 Aug 09, 2022

You already know that solid players study poker - but do you know how to effectively study poker between sessions? In this episode, coach “w34z3l” breaks down how to actually put your study hours to use. Concepts include organization, walk-through examples of real hands & concepts, and detailed ideas on improving your own study time. Enjoy!

Download the new GTO Poker Gems book: https://redchippoker.com/gto-gems-book
Learning poker from scratch in 2022: https://www.splitsuit.com/learning-poker-for-new-players
Join CORE and study the most comprehensive poker course ever created: https://redchippoker.com/launch-core

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

What Is Your TRUE Poker Winrate? · S5E20 Jul 26, 2022

Do you know what your TRUE poker hourly winrate is? Which kind of player and winrate would you prefer to be and have? In this episode, coach “w34z3l” goes through a variety of possible poker winners to compare their actual hourlies and what really goes into their total earnings. Everything from winrates, to variance, to rakeback and bonuses gets discussed in this technical episode. Enjoy!

Download the new GTO Poker Ranges App: https://redchippoker.com/gto-ranges-app
Live Poker Winrates: https://www.splitsuit.com/how-much-can-i-win-playing-live-poker
Where Does Your Poker Winrate Come From?: https://redchippoker.com/your-poker-winrate-where-does-it-come-from-podcast/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Solved Preflop Poker Ranges: Yes/No? · S5E19 Jul 12, 2022

Should you be using solved preflop ranges that come from a GTO solver? In this episode, coach “w34z3l” reviews some of the GTO ranges you’ll find in our new app and explains how to think about solved ranges. Find out which of these preflop ranges are best to use, when to deviate from them, and the pros/cons of using non-exploitative hand charts. Enjoy!

Download the new GTO Poker Ranges App: https://redchippoker.com/gto-ranges-app
GTO vs. Exploitative Poker Ranges: https://youtu.be/B3fXlLLbabs
Optional Preflop Hands: https://youtu.be/InaFzP5uNkg

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

The Perfect PLO Poker Primer · S5E18 Jun 28, 2022

Are you a hold’em player interested in learning PLO quickly? In this episode, coach “w34z3l” gives you a complete primer on PLO strategy so you can get up to speed right away. Find out which of your NLHE skills translate to Omaha, how things differ preflop, and where you should be increasing your aggression postflop. Enjoy!

Download the new GTO Poker Ranges App: https://redchippoker.com/gto-ranges-app
Learn about combos & blockers: https://www.splitsuit.com/poker-combos-blockers
Interested in Big O? Start here: https://redchippoker.com/how-to-play-big-o-poker/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Do Old Poker Theorems Still Work Today? · S5E17 May 24, 2022

How well do old poker theorems still apply in today’s games? Should you continue using Zeebo Theorem or Baluga Theorem in 2022? In this episode, coach “w34z3l” takes an in-depth look at 5 poker theories popularized in the 2p2 heyday, breaks them all down, and lets you know if you should stash or trash them. Enjoy!

Upgrade To PRO Today: https://redchippoker.com/membership
C-Betting When You Miss The Flop: https://redchippoker.com/continuation-betting-bluffs-on-flops/
Understanding Poker Ranges: https://www.splitsuit.com/poker-ranges-reading

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

The Runner Runner Wizard · S5E16 May 10, 2022

While runner-runner hands don’t hit very often, there is a ton of nuance when it comes to playing hands that have runner-runner potential. In this episode, coach “w34z3l” takes an in-depth look at everything from board texture to backdoor flush draws, to backdoor straight draws, and defense vs. aggressive concepts. Enjoy!

The CORE Poker Course: https://redchippoker.com/launch-core
Grab The Posflop Workbook: https://redchippoker.com/postflop-workbook
Join Our Free Poker Math Course: https://www.splitsuit.com/the-poker-math-course

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Poker For Humans · S5E15 Apr 26, 2022

The human brain is not set up particularly well for poker playing. Your brain is constantly trying to protect you, which is great overall, but not so much in a game where losses are standard and baked into the equation. In this episode, coach “w34z3l” takes an in-depth look at some of the ways we need to work to override the emotional and anti-math side of our brain while playing. Enjoy!

P.S. This episode is NOT for robots. 01101000 01110101 01101101 01100001 01101110 01110011 00100000 01101111 01101110 01101100 01111001 00100000 01110000 01101100 01100101 01100001 01110011 01100101!

Dealing With Poker Tilt: https://redchippoker.com/everyone-tilts-get-ahead-podcast/
Poker Bluffing Math: https://www.splitsuit.com/simple-poker-bluff-math
Optimizing Your Poker Mindset: https://redchippoker.com/optimize-your-mindset-for-poker-success/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Talking Poker Like A Pro · S5E14 Apr 12, 2022

Does the way you are talking about poker indicate that you understand and think about poker at a deep level? Coach “w34z3l” is here to break down the way we talk about poker, how it’s linked to thought depth, and give you applicable ways to get your terminology correct. Topics include naming trees, updated terms for various plays, and more. Enjoy!

The Red Chip Poker Glossary: https://redchippoker.com/poker-glossary-terms-definitions/
SplitSuit’s VLOG: https://www.splitsuit.com/1-2-live-cash-poker-vlog
Enroll In CORE Today: https://redchippoker.com/launch-core

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

The Science Of BRM & TAKING SHOTS · S5E13 Mar 29, 2022

What goes into your BRM (bankroll management) and taking shots in today’s poker games? Coach “w34z3l” is back again to break down the key areas of your poker bankroll. Topics include risk of ruin (ROI), moving down aggressively, bankroll preservation, taking shots, moving up requirements, and more. If you want to avoid being stuck at the same limit for years, be sure to take notes and start planning to take some smart shots ASAP. Enjoy!

How Much Money Do You Need To Play Poker?: https://www.splitsuit.com/how-much-poker-money-do-you-need-to-play
The “15/2” Bankroll Strategy: https://youtu.be/RC8CuzTcSZk
BRM 101 Podcast: https://redchippoker.com/bankroll-management-101-podcast/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

The REAL Source Of Your Winrate · S5E12 Mar 15, 2022

Where does your poker winrate really come from in today’s games? Coach “w34z3l” is back again to break down the major areas of your winrate. Topics include rake, bots, recreational players, other strong regs, and more. If you aren’t 100% sure where to focus your study and real-time decision making, be sure to take notes during this episode. Enjoy!

4 Poker Exploits You Should 100% Be Using: https://redchippoker.com/poker-exploits-playbook/
Using Poker Winrate Data Correctly: https://redchippoker.com/poker-win-rates-2020-podcast/
The Preflop Poker Checklist: https://www.splitsuit.com/free-preflop-poker-checklist

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

GTO Preflop Trends In 2022 · S5E11 Mar 01, 2022

What kind of GTO preflop trends exist in 2022? We break it down and explore concepts like open-raising sizing from early vs. late position, 3-betting correctly, and even SB play. Improvements in these areas can drastically improve your winrate and make both your preflop AND postflop decisions more profitable. Learn how the player pool is “GTO-ifying” their preflop strategy while making some +EV tweaks to your own overall gameplan.

Upgrade your GTO strategy with a solver PLUS complete course showing you how to use it with The GTO+ Bundle: https://redchippoker.com/gto-solver-bundle/
How Poker Ranges Actually Work: https://www.splitsuit.com/poker-ranges-reading
The Perfect GTO Range When FACING 3-Bets: https://youtu.be/jhgzdWnGotE

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Optimizing Between Poker Sessions · S5E10 Feb 08, 2022

Your performance at the poker table is tied to the work you do between sessions. Everything from study, to planning, and bankroll management is going to impact your winrate. So this episode goes through a few questions related to these items and gives you actionable answers to ensure you don’t make the same mistakes 98% of other poker players are making. Enjoy!

Enroll in CORE today and jump into the most comprehensive poker course ever created: https://redchippoker.com/launch-core
How To Study Poker: https://www.splitsuit.com/ultimate-weekly-poker-study-guide
Bankroll Management (BRM) 101: https://redchippoker.com/bankroll-management-101-podcast/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

C-Betting Advice In 2022 · S5E9 Jan 18, 2022

Flop c-betting has modulated wildly over the years, but what does good c-betting look like in 2022? In this episode we discuss flop c-bets with total air, sizing strategies with strong hands, developing balance with a multi-size strategy, and even share our c-bet aim points when IP vs. OOP. Even if you feel your flop c-betting strategy is pretty good right now, give this a listen!

Enroll in CORE today and start the most comprehensive poker course ever created: https://redchippoker.com/launch-core
The Flop Texture Tool: https://www.splitsuit.com/poker-flop-types
How important is balance in poker?: https://redchippoker.com/busting-myths-a-balanced-view-of-balance/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Motivation In Poker · S5E8 Dec 14, 2021

What happens when you lose your motivation as a poker player? Should you continue grinding, increase your studying, or take a long break from playing? In this episode, we discuss how to keep your motivation through long breakeven stretches, explain how your winrate (bb/100) can massively impact your variance, and how to protect yourself from “burnout”.

Become A PRO Member Today: https://redchippoker.com/membership
The Poker Variance Calculator: https://www.primedope.com/poker-variance-calculator/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

The Red Line & Poker Graphs · S5E7 Nov 30, 2021

Not totally sure what those poker graphs with red, blue, and green lines mean? In this episode, we explain everything you need to know about the red line, the blue line, stats like “My C all-in adj”, and more. Concepts include understanding graphs with higher red lines, “normal results”, and why the EV line should just be ignored.

Take A Free Trial Of PokerTracker 4: https://www.splitsuit.com/visit/pokertracker
4 Question To Ask Before C-Betting: https://redchippoker.com/4-questions-before-c-betting/
Start The CORE Poker Course: https://redchippoker.com/launch-core/

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

EXPLOITATIVE Poker Q&A · S5E6 Nov 16, 2021

In a world full of GTO strategies and solvers, exploitative poker is still where the big winrates come from. James “SplitSuit” Sweeney answers some recent questions about exploitative strategies, including preflop vs. postflop approaches, focal points, moving up, and player pool analysis.

Exploitative Poker 101: https://redchippoker.com/exploitative-poker-101/
Black Friday Special: https://redchippoker.com/blackfriday
My New Live Poker VLOG: https://youtu.be/dPWfSFc5YRg

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Going DEEP With Your Poker DATABASE · S5E5 Nov 02, 2021

Your poker database is full of useful information - but are you using your stats and reports to get the most from your collection of hands? This episode delves into questions related to “vs. hero” stats, creating custom hud and report stats, and player pool analysis.

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Defending Rivers CORRECTLY · S5E4 Oct 19, 2021

Do you know when and how to properly defend against river bets? Folding too often can massively drag your winrate, and folding too rarely can make you a huge fish. So let’s discuss correct folding frequency, how things compare between GTO and exploitative approaches, and give some specific advice to online players with databases to pull from.

For more postflop exploration, including river-specific situations, check out The Postflop Poker Workbook and start seeing the game from a more technical point of view. A few pages per day can go a long way toward simplifying your postflop strategy.

Be sure to join our free Discord as well to post hands, ask questions, and join a community of players who love poker as much as you do: https://redchippoker.com/discord

GTO vs. Exploitative Poker Strategy · S5E3 Oct 05, 2021

What is GTO poker, what is exploitative poker, and when should you use each? This episode answers all of those questions and gives you the most well-rounded answer to this crucial topic. Seriously, even if you hate poker math, this episode will make sense!

This episode features Ed Miller (yes, that Ed MIller) and one of his most popular PRO videos from Red Chip Poker. Ed breaks down when and where GTO styles work, when exploitative strategies perform better, and why you should care about either of these approaches. Think of this as a beginner to intermediate discussion on the concept.

***THE GTO+ SOLVER BUNDLE***

Check out our new GTO+ Solver package and get the same solver that our coaches use along with a brand-new GTO+ coaching course plus every save file to save hours of tree building: https://redchippoker.com/gto-solver-bundle/

***RELATED LINKS***

Upgrade To PRO And Watch Every Ed Miller Video: https://redchippoker.com/membership
Join Our Poker Discord Server: https://redchippoker.com/discord
Poker EV Math: https://www.splitsuit.com/simple-poker-expected-value-formula
Exploitative Poker 101: https://redchippoker.com/poker-exploits-playbook/

Big Bets & Wet Flops? · S5E2 Sep 21, 2021

What should you do when facing pot-sized c-bets on the flop? What line is best when you flop top pair on a wet flop? James answers some flop play questions recently asked on the Red Chip Poker Discord.

There is also a quick blitz of Q&A related to the new GTO+ Bundle at the end. If you’re interested in getting your solver, you can grab it here today: https://redchippoker.com/gto-solver-bundle/

The Most Common Questions About GTO Solvers · S5E1 Sep 08, 2021

Get answers to some of the most common questions that poker players have about GTO solvers. James “SplitSuit” Sweeney kicks off season 5 of the podcast with our new Q&A format to answer questions related to GTO, solvers, memorizing complex solutions, and getting started with game theory optimal play.

This episode answers questions like “Is GTO useful for me if I play in games where my opponents aren’t even close to GTO?” and “how am I supposed to memorize such complex solutions from the solver?” Plus, you’ll get some great insights on setting up your own solves and how to focus your study time to positively impact your winrate quickly.

***THE NEW GTO+ SOLVER BUNDLE***

Check out our new GTO Plus Bundle and get the same solver that our coaches use along with a brand-new GTO+ training course and every save file so you can follow along with ease: https://redchippoker.com/gto-solver-bundle/

LAG Plays You MUST Be Making May 20, 2021

How to Actually Play LAG May 11, 2021

Getting Started 3-Betting Out of Position May 03, 2021

EVERYONE Tilts, How to Get Ahead Apr 28, 2021

William Hung Talks Winning $100K In Poker Apr 20, 2021

William Hung joins James and Chris to break down his results, mindset, and strategy around poker. William, best known for his rendition of "She Bangs" on American Idol, has put a ton of time into poker over the years, and he has some excellent results to show for his efforts. Talking points include his start with poker, playing live poker in Florida, developing a solid TAG strategy, and making six figures on the felt.

Join The Red Chip Poker Discord today.

You're A FISH - Get Over It! Apr 13, 2021

James and Chris discuss the concept of being "a fish" in poker. Poker players tend to use this phrase A LOT, but having a clear definition and path for getting out of "fish status" is necessary. Discussion points include when and where to use this terminology, growing the game, creating the correct atmosphere, and breaking down the notion of "doing your best" in 2021.

**RELATED LINKS**

How to Handle a CRAZY Bet Apr 06, 2021

Is Your Diet Your Biggest Poker Leak? Mar 23, 2021

James and Chris discuss the impact of nutrition and diet on your poker play. They share some of the food experiments they've done over the years (including Keto), why they've made these changes, and why your overall health is so important on and off the poker table.

General disclaimer: we are not doctors, and this is just our personal experience and opinion on food and health. We advise listeners to always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions regarding personal health or medical conditions. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem or condition, please contact a qualified health care professional immediately.

**RELATED LINKS**

There Is A 99.9% Chance You Call Too Much (Preflop) Mar 16, 2021

The first thing many players notice when exploring the Red Chip Poker preflop ranges is how rarely we suggest calling preflop. But honestly, most players leak consistently by calling with too many hands and passing up on (more) profitable 3bets. James and Chris discuss this leak, explain how it compares to the solver data, and exactly which factors go into preflop calls that are more +EV than just 3betting instead.

**RELATED LINKS**

The GTO Hack For BLUFFING Mar 09, 2021

Through analyzing thousands of GTO solves, Chris came across an amazing hack for figuring out your bluffing frequencies in real-time. James and Chris discuss this hack, explain how it works, and share how you can sync it together with bet sizing to simplify your postflop strategy.

**RELATED LINKS**

Are You ACTUALLY Playing Exploitative Or Just Making Bad Plays? Repost Mar 03, 2021

Had an issue with the previous release, apologies if you got notified twice.

GTO vs. exploitative play. Which is more profitable? How do you know when to choose one over the other? James and Chris are here to break down the intricacies of appropriately deviating from game theory optimal play.

Do You Manage Your Money? Poker Finances Feb 23, 2021

Making GTO More Accessible Feb 16, 2021

Breaking down the biggest buzzword in poker, “GTO”. How is play-calling in American football analogous to playing GTO in poker? James and Chris help make this scary concept more accessible by simplifying terms like “frequency” and “range advantage” through real-world hands and examples.

Join The Red Chip Poker Discord: https://redchippoker.com/discord

Effective Poker Study Feb 09, 2021

The best way you can gain a competitive advantage over your opponents is to improve your studying. James and Chris give their take on what effective study in poker looks like. They discuss how to make studying more enjoyable, and how to make goals for your study sessions.

Where And When To Use GTO Poker Feb 02, 2021

With GTO (game theory optimal) solvers and discussion dominating the poker world, it's essential to know where and when it applies. James and Chris sit down to take a macro-level look at GTO poker and who it's for, why it's useful, and when you might want to incorporate it into your game.

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Who Can You Trust For Poker Strategy? Jan 26, 2021

Chris talks about trusting sources of information in poker, who can you really trust? Spoiler alert, NO ONE! The podcast covers how to navigate that, trying to bake in your own needs while assessing what you're being told.

Learning From Durrrr's Over Pair on High Stakes Poker Jan 19, 2021

James and Chris review a hand from the newest season of High Stakes Poker where Tom "Durrrr" Dwan finds himself in a tough spot with JJ on a Ten-high flop.

Do You Make The Most Common Mistakes in Poker? Jan 12, 2021

James and Chris go over the most common mistakes they've seen students, new poker players and themselves make over the years. Things like getting too invested in your luck / variance, not having a plan and trying to directly apply high stakes strategies in your game, as well as a few more common and costly mistakes.

Are Poker Tournaments Or Cash Games Better For You? Jan 05, 2021

Cash games vs. tournaments: which should you play and why? James & Chris discuss why they've focused on cash games over the years, the things tournaments players HAVE to know, buying & selling action, and why tournaments are so alluring. Concepts include the "payday potential", which type is best for players with limited poker time, and what a new player should focus on today.

Becoming A Poker Pro: Yes or No? Dec 29, 2020

James & Chris break down the pros and cons of becoming a professional poker player. They share their experiences playing semi-pro and full-time while disputing "purist" vs. "diversified" professionals. Concepts include which age groups are best suited for going pro (college vs. middle vs. retired), what personality traits are required for making this work, and some of the mental pitfalls to consider if you're interested in quitting your 9-to-5 to pursue poker fully.

How to Perform at the Table Dec 23, 2020

James and Chris discuss their personal experiences with performance during their professional careers, how much they think about balancing stamina vs. opportunity, and everything to get you started understanding how to manage yourself at the table.

Poker Win Rates in 2020 Dec 15, 2020

James and Chris discuss how you really need to be thinking about win rate, what's possible in the 'tough' 2020 cash games and how they each have used win rate data throughout their careers.

How To Beat 100NL Online Dec 08, 2020

In this episode, James and Chris discuss what it takes to beat 100NL in 2020. Focus on key aspects of modern-day poker strategy, including preflop ranges, finding bluffs, bet sizing, and analyzing your player pool.

Getting Started with Preflop GTO Dec 01, 2020

James and Chris are joined by "kenaces" to discuss how you actually get GTO preflop ranges, how you can use them and everything you need to know to get started trying out GTO.

How You Can Use GTO at Small Stakes Nov 24, 2020

In this episode, James and Chris discuss why GTO isn't as complex as it seems, and why you're going to need it for your poker game moving forward. New to GTO? Learn the concrete steps you can take as a beginner to understand what you're getting out of a solver.

Should You Be a Feel Player or Math Player? Nov 18, 2020

James and Chris discuss what it means to play by feel or by math. How do you actually build your feel for the game? Learn why understanding probabilities is difficult for the brain, and how to find profitable plays with basic math and solver usage.

Introducing CORE 2.0 May 18, 2020

James and Zac discuss the process of building CORE and what's been added to CORE 2.0, updating every lesson for 2020, the new MTT course and more. A fascinating peak behind the curtain of what goes into creating the most structured poker course available.

Winning Poker Tournaments May 12, 2020

Zac and guest Chris "Fox" Wallace discuss transitioning from cash games to tournaments, adjustments to make at different stack sizes and what's included in Chris' soon to be released course in CORE.

Crushing Fear in Poker Apr 28, 2020

James and Zac discuss the many ways fear can impact your poker game and how you can address and manage it.

3 Ways to Adjust to Fishy Tables Apr 21, 2020

Very soft games can often be harder to manage and require different strategies than what you're used to. James and Zac go over what you need to know to maximize your winrate in these games.

4 Poker Exploits to Use Now Apr 14, 2020

James and Zac breakdown the most common places you can leverage exploitative play in your game.

4 Poker Strategies to Deal With Coronavirus Apr 07, 2020

James and Zac talk about how you can apply skills you've learned from poker to dealing with a crisis like coronavirus.

The Preflop Checklist Mar 31, 2020

Splitsuit (James) and Zac go over the preflop checklist, what considerations should you be using when making preflop decisions?

Are Poker Workbooks Worth Your Time? Mar 24, 2020

James and Zac discuss poker workbooks, why they are valuable and how you can use them. They also touch upon the impact of live poker shutting down.

How Important is a Balanced Range? Mar 17, 2020

This week James and Zac breakdown balance in poker for newer players, how important is it and how to start bringing it into your game without losing your exploitative edges. James even breaks down how he would approach the active play in Zac's homegame.

Are You Folding Too Much? Mar 13, 2020

Welcome to Season 3 of the Red Chip Poker podcast! Zac and James are back to discuss the topic of folding -- are you doing it too much? Most players are. They cover everything from managing standard ranges to the psychological aspect of the game.

Fighting Back vs. LAGs Sep 17, 2019

Fausto Valdez returns with critical advice on how to outmaneuver LAGs in your game. He's presenting this month's PRO group coaching session on the same subject, and gives a window into some tactics that are particularly useful in combating loose aggressive opponents.

C-Betting With Fitzgerald Aug 20, 2019

Alex "Assassinato" Fitzgerald joins James 'SplitSuit' Sweeney to discuss all things c-betting in preparation for this month's PRO group coaching session. Get a taste of professional-grade c-betting tactics and join PRO to get the complete strategy.

Behind The Scenes Of Our Podcast, After 2.2M Listens Aug 06, 2019

Join us for a very special episode as all three of our hosts get together for a roundtable discussion, revealing all the details from behind the scenes of our podcast. Robbie Strazyknsi, James 'SplitSuit' Sweeney and Zac Shaw talk about the past and future of the podcast, the best guests, the biggest lessons learned, great successes and mistakes, and more. It's everything you ever wanted to know about running a poker podcast!

C-Betting Out Of Position Jun 25, 2019

"w34z3l" joins us to lend his expertise as a pro and coach to make you a better c-bettor out of position. He's hosting a group coaching session for PRO members, and on this episode he shares some of his best advice for OOP c-betting.

The Poker Lawyer Jun 11, 2019

Mac VerStandig is known as THE poker lawyer, a prolific protector of poker player rights. The old-school-grinder and gaming law guru gives us a far-ranging verbal tour of the poker legal landscape, touching on many critical legal issues any serious poker player should understand.

Playing From The Blinds Jun 04, 2019

Mike Gano is a poker pro, coach and author who's contributed tons of great strategy content to our PRO and CORE premium training memberships. He joins us today to talk about the subject on which he'll be leading a Red Chip Poker PRO group coaching session this month: playing from the blinds.

Calling The Biggest Action In Poker May 28, 2019

David Tuchman is one of poker's most beloved commentators, and as a player, he's posted six figures of tournament scores. He joins us to talk about what it's like calling the action -- front and center for the most talked-about hands and biggest pots in the game.

Consistently Cashing In Big Tournaments May 21, 2019

Melanie Weisner is a pro poker player and coach with a long list of high-profile tournament cashes dating back to the golden age of online poker. We spoke with her about the many changes her poker career underwent as games and players evolved, and what her poker present and future look like.

Poker And Creativity May 14, 2019

David K Lappin is not just a poker player, he's a prolific creator of content and conversation within the poker world. We spoke to him about his tentacular reach in the poker scene, and took the pulse of poker with someone who's pumped many years of blood, sweat and tears into the game we love.

Poker's Leading Lady May 07, 2019

Kara Scott has been a leading and highly visible figure in poker for a long time, with many an inside story to tell. This week, she joins us as she makes her triumphant return to the poker scene after being on maternity leave. Join us for another great discussion with one of the poker world's primary players.

Poker's Biggest Events Apr 30, 2019

James Hartigan shares behind-the-scenes stories of his commentator work with the European Poker Tour and PokerStars Carribean Adventure, as well as thoughts on being a recreational poker player amongst some of the biggest events the poker world has to offer.

Satellite Tournament Strategy Shortcuts Apr 23, 2019

Dara O'Kearney, Irish pro and satellite specialist, has teamed up with poker media mainstay Barry Carter to literally write the book on STTs. They both drop by for our first double-guest episode to discuss some of the secrets they've sealed in this tome of satellite poker wisdom.

Seven-Figure Scores: High Stakes Poker Life Apr 16, 2019

Eli Elezra is a legend in the high stakes poker scene, with tons of TV appearances, 3 WSOP bracelets and countless six- and seven-figure scores at the cash game and tournament tables. He joins us to discuss the English-language release of his autobiography, and reflects on a poker life less ordinary.

Underground Poker Exposed Apr 09, 2019

John Curry's We Run Bad is an "authentic and darkly comic look at underground poker culture." We spoke with him about underground poker and his gritty take on the dark underbelly of America's favorite card game, and indeed, America itself. It's a great read and this week's episode is a great listen!

World Series of Poker All-Access Pass Apr 02, 2019

Jack Effel, tournament director for the World Series of Poker, drops by this week to talk about what goes into putting together the biggest and most famous tournament series in the game. For their 50th anniversary, the WSOP is pulling out all the stops this year, and we get the inside take on what players should expect this year as they chase their poker dreams.

Deciphering Poker Tells With An Expert Mar 26, 2019

Zach Elwood has dedicated much of his life to deciphering poker tells so us players could make sense of them. This week, he shares some of his most profitable insights and breaks down exactly what goes into extraction information from verbal and nonverbal tells in poker.

Calling Action And Giving Action On TV Mar 19, 2019

Jeff Platt is famous for his poker commentating and podcasting chops, but he's also a player, with a 60th place WSOP Main Event cash for $113,764. In this wide-ranging interview, we learn what it's like to call the action from behind the commentator's desk, as well as what it's like to tussle on the felt with the best.

Bracelet Winner Brings Poker To The People Mar 12, 2019

Chris "Fox" Wallace is a PLO and mixed game specialist with the WSOP bracelet to prove his poker mettle. His Next Level Poker and iNinja Poker Tour ventures are taking the poker world by storm, and he's on the podcast today to share an exciting behind-the-scenes look at how a major poker tournament tour comes together.

Poker Strategy Mindhacks Mar 05, 2019

Tommy Angelo has written some of our favorite books on poker, period. He blurs the line between strategy and storytelling, teaching countless players how to succeed through mindfulness and self-reflection. Plus he's damn funny! Hear why 'Waiting For Straighters' might be the most entertaining way to up your game this year.

Making a Living Playing Big O & PLO8 Feb 26, 2019

Greg Vail is a split pot scholar who makes crushing Big O and O8 look easy. As he explains on our podcast, these games are growing in both popularity and profitability. Wondering what these Omaha games are all about? Listen and you'll wonder why you're not playing them.

Unbeatable Poker Feb 19, 2019

Ross Glover is author of the upcoming strategy masterwork Unbeatable Poker. He drops by the podcast this week, taking us behind the scenes on the journey of authoring a poker strategy book. He shares his experiences as a serious student and sage of the game. Many winning poker players create their own unique system to dominate the game, and Glover's approach synthesizes the best poker strategy of the last decades into a single fascinating framework.

Life At The Center Of The Poker Universe Feb 12, 2019

Joe Stapleton is one of the most-loved and most-recognized commentators in poker media. This week he joins us to entertain and entrance with tales from behind the scenes of poker's biggest stages. Tune in if you've ever dreamed of hearing Stapleton say your name on a broadcast (even if he's telling joke about you!)

The Moneymaker Effect, In His Own Words Feb 05, 2019

Moneymaker. What more do we have to say? Listen to this week's podcast to hear our interview with Chris Moneymaker, 2003 WSOP Main Event winner and man whose storyline gave birth to the golden age of modern poker.

Becoming A Solid Winner At $2/$5 Jan 29, 2019

Travis Moss struggled for years to gain a foothold in the game, but his passion for poker drove him to keep studying and competing against the best. Today, he's a solid winning player at $2/$5 taking shots at $5/$10, thanks to his serious study of the game (including being a Red Chip Poker member). Hear how he did it on this week's podcast.

Can Online Poker Make A Comeback In The US? Jan 22, 2019

Rich Muny just finished his run as President of the Poker Players Alliance, and he joins us for a behind-the-scenes look at the legal landscape for online poker. Muny shares stories of fighting on behalf of all poker players to banish the legal demons of Black Friday and bring the game we all love back to the masses. It's a fascinating look at the past, present and future of the poker industry.

The Ugly Truth About Becoming A Poker Pro Jan 15, 2019

Doug Hull has been grinding $1/$2 professionally in Las Vegas for years, and now he's ready to share the ugly the truth about going pro. He's seen the poker scene chew up and spit out 'baby pros' who come to town with a few buyins and a dream, and his message is "Beware." His bottom line? If you have the skills to excel in poker, you can profit more by applying those skills to non-poker career pursuits, and then you might have the bankroll to retire early and play poker professionally like Hull does.

Taking Your Shot At The Main Event Jan 08, 2019

Johnny Kampis was your average poker player until he decided to take a shot at the Main Event. The thrilling journey was captured in his book Vegas Or Bust: A Family Man Takes On The Poker Pros, and this week he's on the podcast to give us a behind-the-scenes look at his WSOP Main Event run.

Parlaying Poker Into A Fulfilling Career Jan 01, 2019

Lee Davy has experienced poker from all sides, as a player, writer and everything in between. Today we discuss how his passion for poker led him to a long a fulfilling career in the gambling industry. In addition to his widely read work with gambling industry site CalvinAyre.com, he hosts The Alcohol & Addiction Podcast, part of a larger mission to spread the word about sobriety. He talks about it all on this week's podcast -- check out the story behind how your average poker player became a larger-than-life personality focused on doing good in the world.

Ace King: Optimizing When You Hit Oct 16, 2018

We like looking down at ace king, but there's often the underlying feeling of dread that decisions are about to get tricky. It's true, ace king is arguably poker's most complex hand to play, and that's why James 'SplitSuit' Sweeney and Adam 'w34z3l' Jones wrote an entire book on it. This week, we share an chapter from Optimizing Ace King: The Right Strategy for Playing Poker's Most Complex Starting Hand. Enjoy!

Exploitative Poker Explained Oct 09, 2018

The importance of exploitative play can easily get lost in the modern GTO world. But as Adam "W34z3l" Jones explains this week in an excerpt from one of our PRO Membership videos, the fundamentals of exploitative play go largely unstudied. In this episode, Jones presents a fully integrated strategic framework for approaching exploitative strategies and tactics in poker. It's accessible and advanced, so grab a notepad and get ready to learn!

When Is It OK To Limp? Oct 02, 2018

Recreational, unstudied players love to limp, especially in live games. Us clued-in players know that 'never limp' is an edict best respected. But when is it actually OK to limp? This week, we take a page out of our CORE training platform to give you a quick lesson four very specific spots where limping makes sense.

Aggro Table Battle Plan Sep 25, 2018

When faced with a table full of aggression, what is the most effective counter-strategy? James 'SplitSuit' Sweeney joins us to give his answers to your questions on how to beat tables full of players who are unafraid to raise, re-raise, and shove.

Buyin Size Considerations Sep 18, 2018

What do I buy in for? What stakes do I play for? These may be some of the most fundamental questions in poker, but just like any other fundamental, they deserve well-reasoned, deeply thought-out approach. Luckily, James 'SplitSuit' Sweeney is here to answer your questions regarding how much cash to convert into chips on your way to the felt.

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