Live Poker Strategy Articles & Videos

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The concept of blockers in poker has been around for a while but, until recently, it’s one that has been far more stressed in Omaha games. Lately, however, we’re seeing the concept applied more in Texas Hold’em as well. While the value of blockers may not be as high in Hold’em as […]

Welcome back. If you’ve been following me for a while, we just concluded a 4-part series going through hand 15 of the Live Poker Player’s Workbook. We went through a complete hand from $1/$2 live and broke it down street-by-street, action-by-action, and built down ranges every step of the way. If you […]

Bluffing is a core skill in poker, but not all bluffs are the same. Some bluffs feel obvious—busted draws, missed overcards, and clear air hands that have no chance of winning at showdown. These are natural bluffs, and most players instinctively use them. But what happens when those hands don’t really exist? […]

Live cash game poker is a totally different beast compared to playing online. Between the slower pace, the addition to physical tells, and the size of the games, live poker really is unique. As someone who has been playing poker for almost 20 years, including over a million hands online, I wanted […]

The first time I heard about “running it twice” was watching an episode of High Stakes Poker. Two players agreed to run multiple river cards, and suddenly, there were two rivers instead of one, pots getting chopped, and a bunch of excitement around the table. I didn’t understand it at the time, […]

As players begin dipping into the world of GTO, one of the first concepts they come across is MDF. And while MDF and GTO certainly have some overlap in their frequencies, there are some simple ideas that need to be 100% understood. What Is MDF? MDF, short for minimum defense frequency, attempts […]

When delving into advanced poker strategy, two terms frequently emerge: Game Theory Optimal (GTO) and equity. While both concepts are pivotal, it’s crucial to understand how to leverage them effectively. This quick video clarifies the role of equity in a GTO world, debunks common misconceptions, and offers practical insights for integrating them […]

Poker contains a lot of repetitive math, especially when studying poker hands away from the table. While you can use software to do a lot of this math, sometimes a good ‘ol fashioned spreadsheet is the best way to visualize and play with the numbers. So to save you a tremendous amount […]

If you’re new to live poker, it might seem a little daunting at first. Whether you come from an online background or not, playing live poker in a casino or cardroom is a little bit different. So today, I want to walk you through the process in case this is your first […]

Live poker, and poker played in casinos and cardrooms, requires some strategic nuance to win more per hour. With some basic adjustments and a deeper understanding of the game flow, you’ll find both preflop and postflop much easier to play. This guide is going to break down some easy adjustments you can […]

Pocket Kings is one of the most powerful starting hands in No Limit Hold’em. KK is also known as ‘cowboys’, though, if luck isn’t on your side, you might find ‘Ace magnets’ a more fitting moniker. Even though KK is such a powerful starting hand, it can still create confusion for beginner-intermediate […]