Explore every episode of the podcast Dan "Jungleman" Cates
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| He Knows the Keys to Poker Success. Do You? | 05 Sep 2024 | 01:18:06 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Sergii Levchenko, also known by his online alias "Jayser1337," is a highly skilled professional poker player and coach from Ukraine. Specializing in Game Theory Optimal (GTO) strategies, he has made a name for himself in the world of high-stakes online poker. Over time, he transitioned into coaching, where he helps players sharpen both their technical abilities and mental approach to the game. Levchenko believes that while online poker faces technological challenges, live poker will continue to thrive, and he emphasizes that genuine passion for the game is key to long-term success in poker. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:25 Perfectionism – A Deadly Sin in Poker 3:10 A Sleek Coaching Site Built with AI 4:35 The Pareto Principle - The 80/20 Rule and How it Applies to Coaching 8:15 The GTO Shove – A Pre-flop Hack 16:32 A Solid Ascent Up the Stakes 18:45 Overcoming Challenges to Break Through 22:50 Coping Mechanisms - Music, Travel, and Alone Time 29:10 Winning the Game of Life - Following your passions 35:20 Coaching the Fear Out 44:50 Different Strokes for Different Folks 50:00 Deep Incentive and Finding Motivation 57:00 Social Causes 1:04:30 Poker – Where the Final Goal is Not as Important as the Process 1:07:30 Choosing Your Students 1:13:00 Success Stories Follow Sergii "Jayser1337" Levchenko: Youtube: @Jayser1337 Website: www.jpokerschool.com Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| From Losing Big to Winning $5,000,000 in a Week - Chris Hunichen | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:57:45 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman/ Chris Hunichen, also known as "Big Huni," is a renowned professional poker player from the United States, recognized for his exceptional skills in both online and live tournaments. With a background in online gaming, where he quickly rose to prominence, Hunichen has amassed millions in earnings, making him one of the most successful online poker players in the world. His transition to live poker has been equally impressive, with numerous deep runs and titles in major events, including the World Series of Poker (WSOP) and the PokerStars Championship. Known for his strategic prowess and adaptability, Hunichen continues to be a dominant force in the poker community. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:24 Polk vs. Hunichen – A Go-Fund Me Controversy 5:42 Showing Generosity 8:46 A 2.8 Million Dollar Win and a WSOP Bracelet 12:33 Standout Hands from His WSOP Win 18:05 A Positive Mindset and the “Sickest” Rail of All Time 19:28 One of the Best - Online Poker’s Triple Crown Winne 21:30 NOT Talking Live Tells 24:56 The ROI of a Great Online Player 27:53 Online Cheating 34:53 A Drastic Black Friday 36:44 Scams, Hard Vouches and Mental Health Downswings 41:10 A Move to Costa Rica and Grinding to Recovery 46:15 Future Plans 47:52 What’s so Great About Costa Rica? 52:08 Balancing Your Life Follow Chris Hunichen: X (Formerly Twitter): @bighuni Instagram: @thebighuni Facebook: Chris Hunichen Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Keep Poker Simple - It's Not That Difficult! | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:38:41 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Benjamin Rolle, widely recognized by his online moniker "bencb789," is a distinguished figure in the poker world, renowned for his exceptional skills and strategic acumen in both online and live tournaments. Originally from Germany, Rolle began his poker journey in 2009, grinding $1 Sit & Go (SNG) tournaments. His dedication and sharp analytical approach saw him climb the ranks to the high-stakes $5000 SNGs. In 2014, he transitioned to Multi-Table Tournament (MTT) poker, further establishing his reputation as a formidable opponent. His deep understanding of game theory and strategic play has earned him substantial winnings and respect among his peers. Not just a player, Benjamin is also an esteemed coach; in 2015, he founded Raise Your Edge, a poker training site that released the immensely popular Tournament Masterclass in 2016, helping countless players improve their game. Off the felt, Benjamin Rolle is known for his disciplined lifestyle and commitment to personal growth, attributes that have significantly contributed to his success. Emphasizing the importance of mental and physical well-being, he integrates practices such as meditation and fitness into his daily routine. Beyond poker, Rolle ventured into esports, founding Acend Club in 2019, which notably became the first Valorant World Champions. Currently based in Sofia, he has rented and built an 800m² gaming and bootcamp facility, serving both Acend teams and poker bootcamps. Benjamin is also actively involved in charitable endeavors, leveraging his platform to give back to the community. His multifaceted approach to life and poker has made him a role model for aspiring players worldwide, demonstrating that success in poker is as much about personal development as it is about mastering the game. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:28 Losing Most of Your Bankroll 6:53 Where to Find the Best Online Games 14:28 Finding Your Exploits Multi-tabling in Online Poker 21:20 Adjusting Your Ranges Based on Your Observations 29:20 The Most Important Concepts to Study for Tournament or Online Play 34:03 How Much Emphasis to Put on Solvers and GTO Follow Benjamin Rolle: X (Formerly Twitter): @bencb789 Instagram: @bencb789 YouTube: @RaiseYourEdge Website: https://www.raiseyouredge.com/ Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Giving Away a Fortune and Finding Happiness in Service to Others - Dan Cates w/ Mazzi Dumato | 26 Sep 2022 | 00:58:45 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Syrian businessman Mazzi Dumato opted for a complete life overhaul after he crashed his Ferrari in Dubai in 2016. Feeling lucky to be alive, the real estate and internet investor ditched his playboy lifestyle in favor of a simple, hippie existence and gave away the vast majority of his $3 million fortune to charity. Discovering it was all a scam, Mazzi embarked on another journey and embraced meditation and metaphysics, discovering his selfless mission of service to others. Mazzi currently lives in Guatemala teaching the meditation, yoga, and metaphysics that brought him peace and happiness. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Mazzi Dumato to discuss poker, true peace and happiness, and service to others. What you can expect to hear on this episode:
I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have. Mazzi is winning the game of life and is on a mission to help others win as well! Please let us know your thoughts about the episode! Connect with Mazzi Dumato Website: https://www.laspiramidesdelka.com Connect with Dan Cates Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: @thedancates | |||
| Hustling at the Pool Table & Poker Table | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Nick Schulman | 26 Sep 2022 | 00:43:42 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Nick Schulman is an American professional poker player and poker commentator. He has won 3 WSOP gold bracelets so far; as well as a WPT title in 2005, at the time, the youngest player ever to do so. Overall, he has over $13 million live tournament cashes, which puts him in the top 100 on the worldwide all-time money list and in the top 50 on the US all-time money list. He’s also a regular in the world’s most famous super high stakes cash game room, Bobby’s Room at the Bellagio. Schulman is also known as a frequent commentator for ESPN’s World Series of Poker coverage. In 2019, his offhand remark about the level of play in the WSOP Main Event caused some controversy in the online poker community. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Nick Schulman to discuss all things poker and taking the good in front of you. What you can expect to hear on this episode: Making a living hustling at the pool table Similarities between poker and pool Learning poker through repetition and feel Garnering respect with an aggressive style of play Playing with no attachments and bringing your hutzpah Being yourself at the poker table and flowing how you flow Bad winners and bad losers as one in the same Finding the good in other players and taking it with you going forward Personal growth away from the poker table and the way of the samurai I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have. Nick Schulman is winning the game of life and his positive spin on things can help others win as well! Please let us know your thoughts about the episode! Connect with Nick Schulman Facebook: @NickSchulman Instagram: @NickSchulman Twitter: @NickSchulman Connect with Dan Cates Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: @thedancates "Finding The Good And Letting The Bad Go" | |||
| Rock 'n' Roll, Charity & Poker | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Steve Albini | 26 Sep 2022 | 00:58:09 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Steve Albini is an American musician, record producer, audio engineer and music journalist. He was a member of Big Black and is a member of Shellac. He has produced iconic albums for artists such as, Nirvana, The Pixies, and Jimmy Page. He is the founder, owner and principal engineer of Electrical Audio, a recording studio complex in Chicago. In 2018, Albini estimated that he had worked on several thousand albums during his career. He has had major influence on the development of genres such as noise rock, post-hardcore and math rock. All the while, Albini combined a lifelong love of music with a fascination with Poker. He started playing poker when his great grandmother taught him in 1969 and has been playing ever since. He recently won a WSOP bracelet in 2022. Albini is also known for his outspoken views on the music industry, having stated repeatedly that it financially exploits artists and homogenizes their sound. Nearly alone among well-known producers, Albini refuses to take ongoing royalties from album sales, feeling that a producer's job is to record the music to the band's desires, and that paying a producer as if they had contributed artistically to an album is unethical. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Steve Albini to discuss human relationships, charity, and rock and roll. What you can expect to hear on this episode: 2:04 Coming of age in the underground punk rock scene Criticisms of the music industry’s relationship with artists The shifting economics of the music industry What makes a successful album 27:00 The expression of the creative impulse The inherent equality of humanity Taking the transactional element out of human relationships Alleviating poverty with a charity Thoughts on capitalism Stupid poker games I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have. Steve is winning the game of life and is on a mission to help others win as well! Please let us know your thoughts about the episode! Connect with Steve Albini Websites: https://www.electricalaudio.com https://www.letterstosanta.com https://www.unconditionalgiving.org Connect with Dan Cates Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: @thedancates | |||
| Taking Advantage of Bullies at the Poker Table | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Jennifer Harman | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:13:57 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Jennifer Harman is one of the most accomplished female poker players in the world. In 2002, she became the first woman to hold two World Series of Poker bracelets and throughout her career she has won over $2.5 million from live tournaments alone. She is renowned for playing in the high-stakes cash games at the Bellagio Hotel and was a natural at poker from a young age. Jennifer lost her mother to kidney failure, and she herself has had a kidney transplant. In order to help others who have struggled with kidney failure, Harman founded the Creating Organ Donation Awareness (CODA), a non-profit organization that raises money to support the cause. She also donates a portion of her winnings to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Nevada. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Jennifer Harman about taking advantage of whatever comes your way. What you can expect to her on this episode:
I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have. Jennifer is winning the game of life and is helping others win the game of life as well! Please let us know your thoughts on the episode! Connect with Jennifer Harman Facebook: @JenniferHarman Twitter: @JenniferHarman Connect with Dan Cates Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: @thedancates | |||
| High Stakes Poker in Bobby's Room | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Brian Rast | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:48:03 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Brian Rast is an American poker player and winner of five World Series of Poker bracelets. He is one of only two players to have won the $50,000 Poker Players Championship on two occasions, doing so in 2011 and 2016 for combined cashes of over $3,000,000. A high-school valedictorian and Stanford dropout, once discovering poker, Brian has over $22,000,000 in live earnings and ranks 27th on the all-time money list. Check out this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Brian Rast about all things poker and flexing your global citizenship. What you can expect to hear on this episode: An insight into the games in Bobby’s Room at the Bellagio Hotel A lesson on stud poker and the differences between Full Ring and Shorthanded play COVID hot takes Brian’s path from high school valedictorian to Stanford dropout to poker player What the hell Bayesian analysis is and how it can help your poker game Turkey, Brazil, and some of the other finer things in life Math and its role in poker Focus, flow state, and your poker A-game Brian’s Poker exploits 55:01 Proving your doubters wrong Being a Bitcoin Bull and hedging on other forms of crypto A comparison between trading stocks and playing poker Eschewing borders and embracing a global citizenship I hope you enjoy checking out this episode! Brian Rast is winning the game of life and illustrates how we can help others get there as well! Please let us know your thoughts about the episode! Connect with Brian Rast Websites: https://www.BrianRast.com/ Twitter: @BrianRast Instagram: @BrianRast Connect with Dan Cates Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: @thedancates | |||
| Poker Mindset to Solve World's Problems | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Liv Boeree | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:56:40 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman A self-confessed nerd with a first-class degree in astrophysics, Liv combined her science background and passion for games to become one of the most recognizable faces in professional poker. She was the #1 ranked female player from 2014-2016, and holds both European Poker Tour and World Series of Poker championship titles after winning more than $4 million on the international circuit. Liv is also a keen philanthropist, and in 2014 co-founded Raising For Effective Giving (REG), a research and advisory non-profit that uses the philosophies and strategies of Effective Altruism to identify and raise money for the most globally impactful charities. Since retiring from professional poker in 2018, Liv is now focused on education, keen to inspire others with the rational thinking techniques she has learned through both poker and Effective Altruism. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Liv Boeree and they ponder how game theory relates to it all!
I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have. Liv is winning the game of life and is on a mission to help others win as well! Please let us know your thoughts about the episode! Connect with Liv Boeree Website: https://www.livboeree.com Facebook: @LivBoeree Twitter: @LivBoeree Instagram: @LivBoeree Liv’s Beauty Wars Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fifVuhgvQQ8&t=487s Recommended Reading From Liv: https://slatestarcodex.com/2014/07/30/meditations-on-moloch/@LivBoeree ▬ Connect with Dan Cates Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: @thedancates | |||
| The Good, Bad & Ugly Sides of Poker | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Doug Polk | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:30:41 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Douglas Polk is a successful American professional poker player, who is rightfully called one of the best heads-up players in the world. He has earned over 9 million dollars playing poker and holds three WSOP bracelets. having started his way with just $20. However. In his heyday, Polk is a prominent content creator on YouTube, and streamer on Twitch under the handle, “WCGRider.” Polk is also one of the owners of Upswing Poker, one of the best coaching sites around and a Global Brand Ambassador of CoinFLEX, a cryptocurrency exchange.
I hope you enjoy watching this episode! Doug Polk is winning the game of life and illustrates how we can help others win as well! Please let us know your thoughts about the episode! Connect with Doug Polk Websites: https://www.upswingpoker.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DougPolkPoker Connect with Dan Cates Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: @thedancates | |||
| From Video Games to Poker Obsession | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Tyler "Ninja" Blevins | 26 Sep 2022 | 00:58:16 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Tyler Blevins, known as 'Ninja' across social media, is an American gamer, author, and social media star best known for his Fortnite streaming on Twitch. Ninja first started his gamer career in 2009 when he began playing Halo 3 professionally for various organizations. He soon moved to Twitch, where he streamed himself playing Fortnite Battle Royale. In 2018, he set the record on Twitch for the largest concurrent audience on an individual stream (outside of tournament events) when he played Fortnite with Drake, Travis Scott, and Juju Smith-Schuster. Since joining Twitch, Ninja has become one of the most-followed active gamers on Twitch with more than 16.9 million followers. In 2018, Ninja became the first-ever esports gamer to be featured on ESPN Magazine. The gamer has also released several books through a deal with Random House, which includes the popular book “Get Good: My Ultimate Guide to Gaming.” Most recently, Nina joined the Hustler Casino Live poker stream alongside other streamers and poker pros. The game brought together some of social media’s biggest names combined with poker pros. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Ninja about rising to the top of the streaming world and a foray into poker! What you can expect to hear on this episode:
I hope you enjoy watching this episode! Ninja is winning the game of life and illustrates how we can help others win as well! Please let us know your thoughts about the episode! Connect with Tyler “Ninja” Blevins: Website: https://teamninja.com/ Facebook: @Ninja Twitter: @Ninja Instagram: @Ninja TikTok: @Ninja Twitch: @Ninja YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Ninja Connect with Dan Cates Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: @thedancates | |||
| A Passion for Strategy Games & Poker as a Gender-Neutral Game | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Maria Ho | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:01:58 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Maria Ho is a Hall of Fame Professional Poker Player and TV Host/Commentator, born in Taipei, Taiwan and raised in the U.S. With over 4 million dollars in live poker tournament earnings, she is one of the most recognized and successful women in the game and was inducted into the Women in Poker Hall of Fame in 2018, the first year she was nominated and eligible. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Maria Ho about sitting at the boy’s table and her hands-on approach to giving back. What you can expect to hear on this episode:
I hope you enjoy watching this episode! Maria Ho is winning the game of life and illustrates how we can help others get there as well! Please let us know your thoughts about the episode! Connect with Maria Ho Websites: https://www.mariaho.com/ Twitter: @MariaHo Instagram: @Maria_Ho Connect with Dan Cates Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: @thedancates | |||
| Poker as a Zero-Sum Game | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Dan Smith | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:26:06 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Originally from Manalapan, New Jersey, Dan Smith has become a star and future hall-of-famer in poker. With titles including WPT, Aussie Millions, and several high roller titles, Smith currently sits at #5 on the all-time money list. With such accomplishments on the felt, it would be enough to cement his legacy, but what he does off the felt is where he truly shines. Smith runs his annual Double Up Drive for Charity, raising millions of dollars to give to the less fortunate. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where these two Dans realize that you don’t have to take the same road to get to the same place. What you will hear:
We hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have. Dan Smith is winning the game of life and illustrates how we can help others get there as well! Please let us know your thoughts about the episode! Connect with Dan Smith Websites: https://www.dansmithholla.com/ Twitter: @DanSmithHolla Connect with Dan Cates Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: @thedancates | |||
| What He Discovered About Poker that You NEED to Know! | 06 Jun 2024 | 01:06:21 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Jonathan Jaffe has taken the poker world by storm for nearly a decade. This Massachusetts native started his journey as a professional poker player after just one semester of college and quickly rose to prominence. Specializing in heads-up Sit & Go tournaments, he made a name for himself at 21 by clinching 2nd place in his first World Poker Tour event . The confidence and notoriety launched him into the realm of backing and coaching. A few years immersed in high-stakes live cash games followed, but as that chapter closed, he transitioned seamlessly into full-time coaching. September 2022 marked a new era as he ventured into the Triton Poker Series, instantly becoming hooked and committing to playing every Triton event even while continuing his coaching. Last year was a whirlwind of research for an upcoming book that delves deep into the high-stakes tournament scene, exploring its vibrant culture and colorful personalities. This passion for the game and its intricacies also led to the launch of the GTO LAB podcast in April, a platform dedicated to the high roller tournament circuit. The podcast not only features in-depth discussions with top tournament players but also offers meticulous breakdowns of pivotal hands played on stream, all while promoting the GTO LAB and its mission. Here's what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 1:15 Focusing on Triton 6:14 Tuning Out the Crowd 11:16 Finding Pockets of Value - Varying Income Streams on the Poker Circuit 21:22 Capitalizing on the Emotional State of Your Opponents 29:50 Stand-out Hands in a Poker Career 41:17 Teaching Students to Overcome Emotional Barriers 48:45 Writing a Book on the High Roller Tournament Players 54:27 A Book from Jungleman? 56:57 Developing a Podcast for GTO Lab 1:00:47 Juicy Triton Stories Kept Secret Except… Follow Jonathan Jaffe and GTO Lab: X (Formerly Twitter): @GTOLAB Website: GTOLAB.com GTO Lab Podcast on Youtube: youtube.com/@GTOLAB Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Losing to Become a Winning Poker Player | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Eugene Katchalov | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:06:25 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Born in Kiev, Ukraine, Eugene Katchalov was raised in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from New York University (NYU) with a business degree, but he has been playing poker professionally for the past four years. One of Katchalov's biggest scores in a live tournament came in a $5,000 no-limit event during the 2007 Bellagio Cup III, where he earned $118,785. He also won the Sunday $750,000-guaranteed tournament on Full Tilt in November of 2007, but nothing compares to the more than $2.4 million that he snagged for winning the 2007 World Poker Tour Five-Diamond World Poker Classic. Katchalov entered the televised final table as the chip leader and rode it all the way to victory. In addition to success at the poker table, Eugene co-founded Qlash in 2017, a new kind of Media company building and supporting Gaming & Esports Communities at the global & local level. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Eugene Katchalov about all things poker and taking life’s free rolls and exploring the possibilities. What you can expect on this episode:
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| Poker Amateur-to-Pro Success | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Patrik Antonius | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:13:53 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Patrik Antonius has managed to become one of most recognizable and popular names in the poker world. Antonius is best-known as a feared cash game player, having done exceptionally well for himself in both "live" and online cash games, including winning the biggest pot in online poker history. Born and raised in Finland, Patrik Antonius spent time as both a tennis player and coach, and a professional model before becoming a professional poker player. In 2019, Patrik launched FLOP, a digital platform for the poker community to connect players with games, giving them the easiest access possible to games in licensed poker rooms. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Phil Hellmuth Jr about all the possibilities presented to you with a positive perspective. In this episode, we discuss:
I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have. Patrik is winning the game of life and shows us another approach to how we can help others in the world win as well! Please let us know your thoughts on the episode! Connect with Patrik Antonius: Website: www.firstlandofpoker.com Instagram: @Patrik_Antonius_Official Connect with Dan Cates: Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedancates/ | |||
| Applying Logic in Poker | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Phil Galfond, aka Mr. Falcons | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:10:04 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Phil Galfond, born January 16, 1985 in Wisconsin, is one of the most respected poker players in the world, and not just for his greatness on the felt. The online poker pro is one of the friendliest players around and rarely engages debates on controversial issues on social media. For that reason, despite having a large fan base, he doesn’t have many haters out there, which is a stark contrast from most high-profile poker players. Galfond isn’t just a poker player anymore. He now plays less because he’s focused more on growing the poker site he founded, Run it Once, a poker training site. Galfond and other top pros have helped countless poker players improve their game through the Run it Once training platform. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan tries to uncover a dastardly plan by Phil Galfond - or is it all one big misread? What this episode has in store for you: ● Conniving plots, and seeing through them as poker skills ● Using an aptitude for math and logic and applying it to poker ● The competitive drive needed to succeed at poker ● Learning how to manage your bankroll ● Why Phil is the perfect poker table decoy ● Mistaking friendliness as a lack of a strong competitive nature ● Dan and Phil debate which is more fruitful – more connections or stronger connections ● Dan gets nervous about Phil’s lack of enemies Connect with Phil Galfond: Website: https://www.runitonce.com/ Instagram: @PhilGalfond Twitter: @PhilGalfond YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PhilGalfond1 Connect with Dan Cates: Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedancates/ | |||
| Emotions at the Poker Table | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Fedor Holz | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:21:33 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Fedor Holz is a German poker player and WSOP bracelet winner. He is also a GGPoker Ambassador. Over the course of his career he has amassed over $32 million in lifetime earnings and sits atop of the German all-time money list. He has since embarked on a career outside of poker, including the mind coaching app Primed Mind and the poker-teaching platform Pokercode. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Fedor Holz about all things poker and understanding our connections to others. In this episode, we discuss:
I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have. Fedor is winning the game of life and illustrates how we can help others in the world win as well! Please let us know your thoughts about the episode! Connect with Fedor Holz: Website: http://www.fedorholz.com/ Instagram: @fedorholz Twitter: @grownupguy Facebook: @fedorholz Connect with Dan Cates: Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: @thedancates | |||
| Building Your Brand in Poker | "Jungleman" Dan Cates & Jeff Gross | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:02:03 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Jeff Gross is an American professional poker player from Ann Arbor, Michigan. He has amassed over $5 million in career earnings, reaching 7 WSOP final tables. He has broadened his influence by producing content as a popular streamer on Twich, has a widely viewed YouTube channel, JeffGrossPoker, and hosts The Jeff Gross Podcast. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Jeff Gross about building your brand. In this episode, we discuss:
I hope you find this episode as informative and as exciting as we have. Jeff is winning the game of life and shows us some of the many different approaches to help others in the world win as well! Please let us know your thoughts on the episode! Connect with Jeff Gross: Website: www.jeffgrosspoker.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffgrosspoker/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JeffGrossPoker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffgrosspoker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JeffGrossPoker Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jeffgrosspoker Connect with Dan Cates: Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedancates/ | |||
| Creating Possibilities With Positivity - Dan Cates with Phil Hellmuth Jr. | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:21:47 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman Phil Hellmuth is an American professional poker player who has won a record sixteen World Series of Poker bracelets. He is the winner of the Main Event of the 1989 World Series of Poker and the Main Event of the 2012 World Series of Poker Europe, and he is a 2007 inductee of the WSOP's Poker Hall of Fame. He ranks 19th on the all-time money list. Phil holds the record for most WSOP cashes and most WSOP final tables. His live tournament winnings exceed $29,000,000. He is one of the most successful professional poker players in the world. Listen to this latest episode of Winning The Game Of Life where Dan talks with Phil Hellmuth Jr about all the possibilities presented to you with a positive perspective. What you will hear in this episode:
Phil is winning the game of life and illustrates how we can help others in the world win as well! Please let us know your thoughts about the episode! Connect with Phil Hellmuth Jr: Website: https://www.philhellmuth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philhellmut... Twitter: https://twitter.com/Phil_Hellmuth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philhellmuth... Connect with Dan Cates: Website: https://www.dancatesfoundation.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedancates/ | |||
| Trailer | 26 Sep 2022 | 00:00:59 | |
Winning the Game of Life is hosted by Dan Cates. Known as Jungleman in the poker world, Dan has won nearly $12 million in live tournament earnings, more than $11 million in high stakes online games, and is a 2x World Series of Poker champion. On the podcast, Dan will interview interesting individuals who all have one thing in common… poker and helping others. Conversations about life lessons from poker, achieving success, personal growth, mental health, diet & fitness, parenthood, philanthropy, effective altruism, and more. Every Saturday. | |||
| Have You Optimized your Poker Reality? How the Jungleverse will Help You Do It. | 31 May 2024 | 00:28:24 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Check out part 1 of our interview with Philip Shing: https://youtu.be/QGsdEpGWQHU Philip began his career on Wall Street, specializing in structured finance, after earning a double master’s degree from Carnegie Mellon. He spent a decade working with investment banks and hedge funds in New York. During his undergraduate years in 2005, he developed a passion for poker, playing SNGs and HU PLO to help pay for college. After a decade-long break to focus on his career, he returned to poker in 2015, achieving significant success, including winning a WSOP Circuit ring in his second tournament and securing a six-figure score at a WSOP Circuit main event in 2020. In 2021, Philip moved to Las Vegas, where he continued to excel, final tabling the inaugural Wynn 10k for $360k. In 2022, Philip co-founded Octopi with LuckyChewy, Nick Schulman, and Victoria Livchitz, aiming to revolutionize poker training with professional tools and advanced technology. One of their key innovations, The Vault, offers top-quality ICM sims from high-stakes final tables, significantly aiding players. Philip's work on The Jungleverse focuses on the Fundamental Track, a course designed to make modern poker concepts like overbets, combo selections, and geometric sizing accessible and practical. His unique combination of finance and poker expertise allows him to develop strategies blending rigorous analytical methods with pragmatic gameplay, setting him apart in the poker world. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 00:55 Strategies for Optimal Reality - Comparing Spiritualities 4:23 Practical Wisdom - How Religions Makes Sense 6:57 Exploring All the Angles - For GTO OR Life 11:00 W.E.I.R.D. Culture 13:42 Where to Find Wisdom 16:50 Creating Meaning Here and Now 20:20 Octopi Poker - The Tool for Poker You Always Wished Existed 23:27 The Jungleverse - What is It and How Will it Help Your Poker Game? Follow Philip Shing: X (Formerly Twitter): @SNAKEJAZZ5 Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| What is the Jungleverse!? And How Will it Help YOU Conquer Poker? | 26 May 2024 | 00:46:55 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Check out octopipoker.ai to learn from the game's greats, pursue mastery, and grow the game! Philip began his career on Wall Street, specializing in structured finance, after earning a double master’s degree from Carnegie Mellon. He spent a decade working with investment banks and hedge funds in New York. During his undergraduate years in 2005, he developed a passion for poker, playing SNGs and HU PLO to help pay for college. After a decade-long break to focus on his career, he returned to poker in 2015, achieving significant success, including winning a WSOP Circuit ring in his second tournament and securing a six-figure score at a WSOP Circuit main event in 2020. In 2021, Philip moved to Las Vegas, where he continued to excel, final tabling the inaugural Wynn 10k for $360k. In 2022, Philip co-founded Octopi with LuckyChewy, Nick Schulman, and Victoria Livchitz, aiming to revolutionize poker training with professional tools and advanced technology. One of their key innovations, The Vault, offers top-quality ICM sims from high-stakes final tables, significantly aiding players. Philip's work on The Jungleverse focuses on the Fundamental Track, a course designed to make modern poker concepts like overbets, combo selections, and geometric sizing accessible and practical. His unique combination of finance and poker expertise allows him to develop strategies blending rigorous analytical methods with pragmatic gameplay, setting him apart in the poker world. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:07 Finance and Poker - Philosophically the Same 4:57 Competitiveness Bred Through Chess 7:50 Truth Seeking - Leaving Finance for Poker 9:53 The World of Finance: Margin Call More Real than Wolf of Wall Street 13:51 Anything Goes - Using All the Data in Poker 24:25 “Fisher-Random Poker” - Who’s Better, Not More Studied 27:08 Style is Weakness – Deviating from the Truth 32:10 The Jungleverse – The Fundamentals of Poker Strategy 36:53 Helping You Win a Bracelet 42:34 Direct Support from JUngleman Follow Philip Shing: X (Formerly Twitter): @SNAKEJAZZ5 Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| How this Man Solving Business Will Help You SOLVE POKER! | 09 May 2024 | 00:59:04 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Check out part 1 of our interview with Matt Valeo: https://youtu.be/ll15Pl_oLOs Matt Valeo is a multifaceted entrepreneur and poker aficionado who has made a name for himself in both the tech and poker industries. With a background in software engineering, Matt's passion for technology and strategic thinking naturally led him to the world of poker, where he quickly established himself as a formidable player. His analytical skills and innovative approach to the game have earned him a reputation as one of the most strategic minds in poker circles. In addition to his success at the poker table, Matt Valeo is the founder of Phenom Poker, a groundbreaking online poker platform designed to revolutionize the way players engage with the game through a decentralized model that makes it owned and governed by the players. Phenom Poker combines cutting-edge technology with a user-friendly interface, offering unique features and a vibrant community that appeals to both seasoned professionals and newcomers alike. Through Phenom Poker, Matt aims to create a more inclusive and engaging poker experience, fostering a space where players of all skill levels can connect, compete, and grow. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:14 Lessons Learned in a Startup 2:14 Self-Awareness - One of Life’s Most Useful Skills 7:05 Positive Impact with Entrepreneurship 11:39 Is Everyone Inherently Good? 13:44 Modern Day Saints in Business 18:15 Working Towards the Perfect Version of Your Business 23:39 The Cheat Code That is Finding Your Soulmate 29:17 Solving Sleepless Nights 36:54 Jungle’s Take on Finding the Perfect Partner 44:35 The Purpose of Relationships 49:53 Is Monogamy Natural and Optimal? 55:22 Adapt or Die - Phenom Poker’s Mission Follow Matt Valeo X (Formerly Twitter): @Phenomaly Instagram: @Phenomaly Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Phenom Poker -The Player-Owned Poker Site: A Revolution in the Making | 02 May 2024 | 00:55:41 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Matt Valeo is a multifaceted entrepreneur and poker aficionado who has made a name for himself in both the tech and poker industries. With a background in software engineering, Matt's passion for technology and strategic thinking naturally led him to the world of poker, where he quickly established himself as a formidable player. His analytical skills and innovative approach to the game have earned him a reputation as one of the most strategic minds in poker circles. In addition to his success at the poker table, Matt Valeo is the founder of Phenom Poker, a groundbreaking online poker platform designed to revolutionize the way players engage with the game through a decentralized model that makes it owned and governed by the players. Phenom Poker combines cutting-edge technology with a user-friendly interface, offering unique features and a vibrant community that appeals to both seasoned professionals and newcomers alike. Through Phenom Poker, Matt aims to create a more inclusive and engaging poker experience, fostering a space where players of all skill levels can connect, compete, and grow. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:20 The Idea For Phenom Poker 4:21 What Phenom Poker Will Do That Other Sites Aren’t 9:16 Creating Disincentives to Cheating 12:18 No Accountability on the Internet 15:15 A New Incentive and Ownership Structure for Online Poker 16:46 Is Poker’s Democratic Approach What’s Best? 22:04 Phenom Poker’s Democratic Approach 23:55 Does Money on the Blockchain Facilitate Higher Stakes? 27:12 Built by Players with Decades in the Game 28:55 Whatever You Want to Play - Over 30 Variants at Launch 29:45 Decentralized Ownership Model - Get Your Money When You Want It 33:58 Attracting a Wide Variety of Players 40:53 More Variance in Tech Than in Poker 44:52 Picking the Right Team Members in Business 50:16 Lessons Learned in a Startup Follow Matt Valeo X (Formerly Twitter): @Phenomaly Instagram: @Phenomaly Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Making the Right Adjustments to Your Poker Game? Listen to This Pro! | 25 Apr 2024 | 00:37:40 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Check out part one of our interview with Justin Saliba: https://youtu.be/_0kHsTqIZaU Check out Winning the Game of Life on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/winning-the-game-of-life/id1646986805 A graduate from the University of Dayton with a degree in chemical engineering, Justin Saliba had aspirations of playing professional soccer before pivoting to poker. He moved to Vegas in Jan 2019 to start playing more live games cash, which he hated, and after covid hit played online mostly until 2021. In 2020, Justin got the MTT bug and played full time MTTs before travel aspirations and the draw of bigger tournaments pulled him into the live tournament schedule. Since then he has won 2 online WSOP bracelets, a PokerGO Cup win, and a PokerStars win. Justin's biggest win was $690k in the 60k Triton London. In addition to his success at the table, Justin is a Poker Coach for PokerCoaching.com where he has been since receiving an internship there in 2017. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 0:00 Fault Finding in the Real World 6:03 You Can Make Positive Social Impact - Even With Poker 8:45 Valuable Poker Tips Not in the Books 11:11 Paying Attention to Details to Get Your Reads 14:42 Meditation an Being Present 21:01 Doing Tough Things - Good for the Brain 25:25 Mindset and Endurance Needed for a Full Season of Poker 27:39 Aspirations Outside of Poker - Like Golf 29:36 The Best Poker and Golf Locations 32:29 Adjusting to Flying All Over the World 33:35 Final Thoughts Follow Justin Saliba: Website: https://www.pokercoaching.com X (Formerly Twitter): @Justin_Saliba Instagram: @jalib1 Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| You NEED Data to Make It In Poker - Hear an Expert Tell You WHAT Data to Pay Attention to! | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:52:22 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman A graduate from the University of Dayton with a degree in chemical engineering, Justin Saliba had aspirations of playing professional soccer before pivoting to poker. He moved to Vegas in Jan 2019 to start playing more live games cash, which he hated, and after covid hit played online mostly until 2021. In 2020, Justin got the MTT bug and played full time MTTs before travel aspirations and the draw of bigger tournaments pulled him into the live tournament schedule. Since then he has won 2 online WSOP bracelets, a PokerGO Cup win, and a PokerStars win. Justin's biggest win was $690k in the 60k Triton London. In addition to his success at the table, Justin is a Poker Coach for PokerCoaching.com where he has been since receiving an internship there in 2017. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 0:48 Poker's Encouraging Future 5:02 From Soccer Star to Poker Star 6:42 The Viability of Poker as a Profession 9:02 An Internship at PokerCoaching.com 16:10 Managing a Stable of Poker Coaches 18:13 Justin's Unique Approach to Big Games - Global Frequencies 27:23 How Important is Future Game? 33:26 It's All About Real Life and Not About the Solvers 40:09 Deviations From GTO 46:46 A Subtle Leak Seen Often Follow Justin Saliba: Website: https://www.pokercoaching.com X (Formerly Twitter): @Justin_Saliba Instagram: @jalib1 Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| How Can AI Help Your POKER Game and Create Mindset Magic? | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:46:00 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Check out part one of our conversation with Chance Kornuth: https://youtu.be/EgC-1SGwLUc SPECIAL OFFER! Enter code WSOP25 at clcpoker.com and receive 25% off the annual price of their most powerful poker training resource, Chip Leader AI. Chance Kornuth is a renowned poker player hailing from Colorado, has recently experienced an exceptional run of success, marking the pinnacle of his career. Throughout June 2023, he secured several significant cashes, including a second-place finish in a WSOP high roller event, earning over $750,000. He followed this up with impressive finishes in other high-stakes tournaments, culminating in a career-best cash of $1.2 million in another WSOP event. Kornuth continued his winning streak online, adding another substantial cash to his resume. His outstanding performance concluded with a victory in the Wynn Classic $2,200 Mystery Bounty event, where he earned over $500,000. This success also propelled him to 25th place in the 2023 Player of the Year race standings. The event at the Wynn featured a unique format with mystery bounties ranging from $500 to $250,000. Despite not claiming any of the top mystery prizes, Kornuth accumulated numerous bounties on his path to victory. Chance founded [Chip Leader Coaching](https://clcpoker.com/) (CLC), the first live tournament coaching program in poker history. Unlike traditional coaching models, CLC operated on a unique profit-sharing system where a small percentage of player winnings was taken instead of upfront payments. Over four years, CLC helped 120 players generate over $12 million in tournament earnings, including notable players like Alex Foxen, who later became a coach for CLC. Building on this success, CLC developed a world-class live tournament curriculum, highlighted by flagship products like The Closer and CL AI. For players looking to elevate their tournament skills, CLC offers a tournament assessment to tailor content and focus areas to individual needs. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's episode: 0:00 Introduction 0:22 Cip Leader Coaching 6:59 Pre-Flop Subtleties 13:58 A House Party and One of the Best Pieces of Poker Advice Ever 18:48 Psychedelics 28:50 Focus and Mindset Magic 35:34 Travel - A Tanzanian Safari 42:32 A Return to Poker After a Break Follow Chance Kornuth: Website: https://www.clcpoker.com X (Formerly Twitter): @chancescards Instagram: @chancescards Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Do You Know What It Takes to be a CHAMPION Poker Player? Chance Reveals His Secrets! | 04 Apr 2024 | 00:48:54 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Tune in next week for part two of our conversation with Chance Kornuth! SPECIAL OFFER! Enter code WSOP25 at clcpoker.com and receive 25% off the annual price of our most powerful poker training resource, Chip Leader AI. Chance Kornuth is a renowned poker player hailing from Colorado, has recently experienced an exceptional run of success, marking the pinnacle of his career. Throughout June 2023, he secured several significant cashes, including a second-place finish in a WSOP high roller event, earning over $750,000. He followed this up with impressive finishes in other high-stakes tournaments, culminating in a career-best cash of $1.2 million in another WSOP event. Kornuth continued his winning streak online, adding another substantial cash to his resume. His outstanding performance concluded with a victory in the Wynn Classic $2,200 Mystery Bounty event, where he earned over $500,000. This success also propelled him to 25th place in the 2023 Player of the Year race standings. The event at the Wynn featured a unique format with mystery bounties ranging from $500 to $250,000. Despite not claiming any of the top mystery prizes, Kornuth accumulated numerous bounties on his path to victory. Chance founded [Chip Leader Coaching](https://clcpoker.com/) (CLC), the first live tournament coaching program in poker history. Unlike traditional coaching models, CLC operated on a unique profit-sharing system where a small percentage of player winnings was taken instead of upfront payments. Over four years, CLC helped 120 players generate over $12 million in tournament earnings, including notable players like Alex Foxen, who later became a coach for CLC. Building on this success, CLC developed a world-class live tournament curriculum, highlighted by flagship products like The Closer and CL AI. For players looking to elevate their tournament skills, CLC offers a tournament assessment to tailor content and focus areas to individual needs. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's episode: 0:00 Introduction 3:29 White Magic - Live Tells Course 7:20 What It Takes to Succeed in Poker 9:36 Deflecting Live Tells 13:05 Breakdown of a Hand in Bobby's Room 15:13 Chance's Path to Success 19:45 Journey to Sobriety - A Significant Life Improvement 21:17 Where is the Money At in the Global Poker Economy? 25:09 From Poker Player to Poker Coaching Entrepreneur 32:09 Social Skills and Profitability 38:04 Generating the Most EV 44:20 Chip Leader AI Follow Chance Kornuth: Website: https://www.clcpoker.com X (Formerly Twitter): @chancescards Instagram: @chancescards Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Can You Even Become a Top Tier Poker Player? | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:58:05 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/jungleman/ Check out Winning the Game of Life on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/winning-the-game-of-life/id1646986805 Daniel Dvoress is a professional Canadian poker player known for his exceptional skills in high-stakes tournaments and cash games. He has made a significant impact on the global poker scene, particularly in events like the Super High Roller Bowl and the World Series of Poker, where he has accumulated millions in earnings. Dvoress is respected for his analytical approach, calm demeanor, and ability to make strategic decisions under pressure. Beyond poker, he is also recognized for his philanthropic efforts, contributing to various charitable causes. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 2:40 Is Online Poker Dying? 4:15 How Big is Cheating in Online Poker? 5:05 What is Cheating in Online Poker and What is Not? 12:01 Is Being an A$$h@le at the Table Cheating? 15:00 Room at the Top? - The Polarity of the Player Pool in High Stakes Poker 18:39 What Does it Take to Become a Top-Tier Pro? 20:04 GTO Lab – How to Use the Software and Trainers at Your Disposal 23:27 What’s the ROI for a Tier 1 Player and Can You Even Become One? 31:20 How to Assess the EV of a Tournament 34:44 Understanding the Nuances of the Situation vs. Knowing the ICM Outputs 44:45 Is there Software that Captures Future Game? 47:14 Becoming a PLO Player 53:55 Dvoress’ Top 5 Tournament Players Follow Daniel Dvoress X (Formerly Twitter): @ddvoress Instagram: @ddvoress Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Jungle Got SCAMMED! If Only He Knew THESE Tips to stop it! | 28 Mar 2024 | 01:31:38 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Just because Jonathan Hirsch isn't a familiar face around the pro Poker circuit doesn't mean he is some amateur at the felt. There's a reason all the faces you do see know the name of Jonathan Hirsch, and that is simply because he loves the game and he plays it well. Hirsch also is no slouch in the arena of cyber-security and knows all that you need to know to protect all of your digital assets. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:49 A Stolen Identity and a Rescue 3:24 Sim-Jacked 7:09 Fake Taiwanese Girls - The Long Game Scam 8:54 We've All Been Scammed 12:57 Be Wary of Your Updates 18:13 Life or Death Crypto Scams 20:44 Why You Should Avoid Crypto Wallets 23:37 Scamming with AI 26:33 Recovering Lost Bit Coins 32:52 The Importance of Email Security 34:36 Password Security 43:50 Banks - A Whole Other Level of Scam 48:12 Third Part Custodial Services - No Point 1:04:50 A Lair of Evil - North Korea's Hacker Communities 1:15:43 The US Dollar as a Scam Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Beyond Zero Sum - Can Poker Deliver FREEDOM to a New Generation? | 14 Mar 2024 | 00:54:28 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Check out the first part of the interview with Max Lacerda and Saulo Costa here: https://youtu.be/lRV_d2IWqWU Max Lacerda is a 27 year old Brazilian professional mid-high stakes online cash game player and co-owner of world's biggest cash game stable/CFP, Metagame. Saulo Costa is a poker coach, content creator and founder of Metagame, one of the largest cash game staking companies in the world. Check out his free weekly newsletter here: https://saulocosta.poker/newsletter Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's episode: 0:00 Introduction 1:03 A Zero Sum Game with a Big Impact 8:41 A Cooperative Biology - Poker and Psychology 16:31 Cracking the Makeup Code 19:15 Cultural Differences in Poker 23:40 Personality Traits for Poker - Capacity for Realization 34:43 Poker as a Means to a Greater End 43:55 Competition in Staking 45:57 Making an Effort to Make Poker More Entertaining Follow Max Lacerda: Metagame Poker Website: https://www.metagame.poker Instagram: @max.lacerda1 YouTube: @maxlacerdaviverdepoker Follow Saulo Costa: Metagame Poker Website: https://www.metagame.poker Instagram: @saulotrcosta X (Formerly Twitter): @saulocostapoker YouTube: @saulocostapoker Free Weekly Newsletter: https://saulocosta.poker/newsletter Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| The Poker Dream is Alive - Get Into the Game! | 07 Mar 2024 | 00:52:25 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Max Lacerda is a 27 year old Brazilian professional mid-high stakes online cash game player and co-owner of world's biggest cash game stable/CFP, Metagame. Saulo Costa is a poker coach, content creator and founder of Metagame, one of the largest cash game staking companies in the world. Check out his free weekly newsletter here: https://saulocosta.poker/newsletter Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's episode: 0:00 Introduction 1:03 METAGAME - $7 Million Made Backing Players Around the World 3:18 The Poker Dream in the Developing World 5:05 All Stakes Are Beatable 7:47 You Can't Compare Dan to the Average Poker Player 8:37 How Long Does it Take to make a Profitable Poker Player? 16:12 What a Typical Student Looks Like 19:40 Online Cash Games - The Path That Makes More Sense 24:36 The Staking Business - Difficult to Maneuver 29:19 Selecting the Right Players to Stake - More Than Poker Metrics 33:00 Psychological support for your players 41:50 The History of METAGAME 44:15 Pure Betting - A Diversion Into Strategy 49:05 Building Bots to Gather Data 51:40 A Virtuous Poker Culture Follow Max Lacerda: Metagame Poker Website: https://www.metagame.poker Instagram: @max.lacerda1 YouTube: @maxlacerdaviverdepoker Follow Saulo Costa: Metagame Poker Website: https://www.metagame.poker Instagram: @saulotrcosta X (Formerly Twitter): @saulocostapoker YouTube: @saulocostapoker Free Weekly Newsletter: https://saulocosta.poker/newsletter Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Dan’s Discord Community: https://www.dancatescoaching.com/community/ Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Want to CRUSH POKER, Win Money, AND Make Friends? This Community is the Answer! | 01 Mar 2024 | 01:15:56 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Winning the Game of Life—Dylan Weisman 'Dr. GTO' has the Antidote for Bad Poker Supercharge Your Poker Game with Coaching A Prescription for the Poker Community from 'Dr. GTO' Bet on Yourself, Join a Poker Community Take Your Poker Game to the Next Level with Coaching ‘Dr. GTO’ Dylan Weisman is Lead Instructor for Upswing PLO and Founder of Weisman Consulting Group, where he serves as a peak performance coach for poker players and business executives. Dylan started playing poker professionally at age 16 but took a break from the game to earn a degree in financial math and statistics at UC Santa Barbara and pursue a career in project management and business operations. Since returning to poker, Dylan has played in the largest PLO cash games in Vegas. Some of his most notable wins include the US Poker Open 25k and a 2021 WSOP bracelet. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's episode: [0:33] Introduction [2:58] Poker Coaching to Common Tendencies [5:32] Diagnosing & Overcoming a Player’s Leaks [9:19] Applying Learnings in a Live Environment [11:15] The Benefits of Learning Poker in Community [17:31] Cooperation in a Poker Ecosystem [20:49] The Feasibility of Poker as a Career [28:40] What Inspired Dan’s Discord Community [32:25] Making a Positive Impact with Poker [36:42] Financial Independence Through Poker [39:13] Applying Business Fundamentals to Poker [44:37] Pros & Cons of Exploitative Communication [49:35] How to Communicate Negative Feedback [54:49] Potential Collaborations Among Poker Influencers [59:01] Moral Ambiguity in Poker [1:05:33] How Dylan Defines a Community’s Success [1:09:54] Creating Justice in Poker Communities Follow Dylan Weiseman: Dylan’s Website: https://www.dylanweisman.com/ X (Formerly Twitter): @Dweisman13 Instagram: @dr.gto Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Dan’s Discord Community: https://www.dancatescoaching.com/community/ Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Is Higher Rake Killing Online Poker? | 22 Feb 2024 | 01:04:02 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Patrick Howard is a data-driven poker strategist renowned for his evidence-based approach and exceptional results. With a bachelor's degree in physics and a brief stint in biophysics research at New York University, Patrick transitioned to poker full-time in 2019. As an online cash game player, Patrick swiftly climbed from 200nl to 2000nl in just six months. His expertise led him to lead the cash game division at Poker Detox Coaching For Profits, where he helped the team generate over $5M in profits over three years. In 2022, Patrick founded Mobius Cash, an elite community for high-stakes players. Here, he focuses on analyzing solver databases to develop simplified game theory optimal strategies, empowering players to excel in the competitive world of poker. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:19 Concern Over The Path for New Poker Players 3:35 Average Win Rates Online 7:03 Why Charge So Much Rake? 9:59 A Non-Sustainable Direction for Online Poker 12:46 A Lack of Transparency in Calculating Rake-Back 14:22 Is the Poker Boom Over - No More Reg Battling 20:18 The Landscape of Online Poker 24:39 The Bot Problem in Online Poker 29:28 Rooting Out Cheaters 3:17 Mass Data Analysis 52:28 High Stakes Poker is Safer Follow Patrick Howard: X (formerly Twitter): @mobiuspoker Instagram @mobius_poker YouTube: @MobiusPoker Website: https://www.mobiuspoker.com/ Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan
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| This Man is Solving Poker and Wants to Solve it for You - May GTO Be With You | 08 Feb 2024 | 01:08:14 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Oleg Ostroumov is a mathematician and a poker player who created the world’s first No-Limit Hold'em solver in 2013 and a Triple Draw solver in 2014, which calculated Nash Equilibrium (also known as GTO strategy) for those games. Oleg then partnered with a group of elite players—including Trueteller, Alex ‘Kanu7’ Millar, RaulGonzalez, and Daniel Cates—and played a pivotal role in their rise to prominence. He previously dropped out of college to play poker professionally full-time. Here is what you can expect on this week's episode: 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Working With the Big Names in Poker 4:50 The Beauty of Nash Equilibrium 7:58 Best Response - Predicting Your Opponent’s Strategy 10:33 Early to the Game with Solvers 14:09 A Bet to Disprove Nash Equilibrium and Other Failures 18:51 Making the Case for Solvers 23:11 Ancient Wisdom - Jungle’s Solver Realization 30:42 Who is Better at Poker - Man or Machine? 39:35 All the Possible Solvers 45:14 Dividing the Shares - The Worth of a Solver 50:27 The Untold Effects of Making Money 54:59 Finding Meaning in the Work You’re Doing 1:01:06 Groundbreaking CFR Work Follow Oleg Ostroumov: X (formerly Twitter): @OlegOstroumov Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| From Poker Star to Making Maximum Impact and Battling A.I. | 01 Feb 2024 | 01:28:44 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Igor Kurganov is a Russian-born poker player with over $18 million in live tournament cashes. Kurganov has a WSOP gold bracelet from a win in the 2017 $10,000 Tag Team Championship with his partner Liv Boeree. Kurganov studied math in Munich before he became a professional poker player. His top scores include million dollar finishes in high roller events at EPT Monte Carlo, as well as a victory in the Super High Roller at PokerStars Championship Barcelona in 2017 and a final table run at the GuangDong Asia Millions Main Event in Macau in 2013. As of late, Kurganov is more known for his organization, Raising for Effective Giving (REG) founded in 2014 by the pair and his ties to Elon Musk. The organization strives to empower people to make better giving choices by promoting the idea of effective giving, providing donation advice to individuals and organizations, and supporting fundraising campaigns and events. Here is what you can expect on this week's episode: 0:00 Introduction 3:00 Promoting Positive Social Impact - REG 10:13 Strengthening Critical Thinking with Poker 19:13 Oxford - The Intellectual Center of Effective Altruism 20:30 Autism, Effective Altruism, and Quantification 22:28 Are We Sure About Infinity? 26:55 Existential Risk Prevention 30:51 Ai Made Me Quit Poker - Changing the Game to Keep it Human 35:22 Afterlife or Not - Make the Most of It 39:20 The Hedonic Treadmill 44:20 Rogue AI - Preventing Catastrophe 51:50 Valuing Truth - Short-Term Pain for Long-Term Gain 56:15 Defining Value Systems 1:06:07 Working to Improve the World with Elon Musk 1:11:55 The Role of Poker Players in REG 1:16:55 EA - Does it Give Us the Answer to Everything Follow Igor Kurganov: Website: https://reg-charity.org/ Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| A Monster in Tech Shakes Up the Poker World - How She is Doing it! | 25 Jan 2024 | 01:59:53 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Victoria Livschitz is a technologist, innovator and serial tech entrepreneur with 10+ companies in different industries, including Grid Dynamics, an early pioneer in cloud computing that went public in 2020. Also avid our doorwoman, she has trekked thousands of miles of wilderness from polar Alaska to Southern Patagonia. For the last two years Victoria has been deeply enamored with poker - the game, the community and the industry. She plays in major tournaments around the world, including High Roller MTTs, with several titles wins, including two recent FTs at PokerGO Masters. Victoria is also a co-founder of OctopiPoker.ai with LuckyChewy and Nick Schulman - the new poker tech company. Finally, Victoria is a co-founder of Pocket Queens - a study group, turned global platform for women to pursue mastery in poker. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's episode: 0:00 Introduction 2:19 A Career in Tech 6:35 Burnout 7:18 Discovering Mountains 9:21 Binging Final Tables and Discovering High Stakes Poker 13:03 Absolutely Hooked on Poker 14:55 Transfer Learning - Making Poker Simple 16:45 An Unusual Success Story 23:58 A Hostile Business Takeover and Reception in Moscow with Schwarzenegger 35:51 Poker's Black Friday 43:06 Mindset 51:51 A Genetic Edge - ADHD and Hyper-Focus 1:09:06 Octopi Poker - How Do You Want to Learn Poker? 1:35:40 How to Scale Social Impact 1:48:03Bringing Women to the Poker World 152:20 Hard Problems Require Nerds Follow Victoria Livschitz: Facebook: @Victoria Livschitz X (formerly Twitter): @victoria_64 Websites: https://rightontrek.com/ https://octopipoker.ai/ https://www.pocketqueens.poker/ Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan
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| Exclusive Reaction from Game of Gold's Champ - Inside the Wins, Rivalries, and Bluffs! | 04 Jan 2024 | 00:33:11 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Maria Ho is a Hall of Fame Professional Poker Player and TV Host/Commentator, born in Taipei, Taiwan and raised in the U.S. With over 4 million dollars in live poker tournament earnings, she is one of the most recognized and successful women in the game and was inducted into the Women in Poker Hall of Fame in 2018, the first year she was nominated and eligible. Here is what you can expect on this week's episode: 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Maria’s Win Against Jungleman…Or Was it Danny McFanny…on GOG 2:54 A Positive Win for Women in Poker? 4:58 The Team Experience on GOG 10:15 Jungleman Gives Maria a Gift and She Loses It 11:18 Where Does GOG Stack Up Against Other Poker Shows? 14:29 The Feedback on Maria’s Play 16:33 Lucky to Get Out Alive – Maria’s Toughest Heads-Up Match Ever Played 18:50 The Characters on GOG 21:37 A Maria Ho Bluff!? – A Hand Analysis 26:09 Leveling Up in Poker 28:24 Words of Wisdom for Aspiring GOG Players 32:09 I Own Your Soul – It’s Good to Have a Nemesis ▬ Winning the Game of Life ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Check out other "Winning the Game of Life" episodes: ► https://www.youtube.com/c/WinningTheGameofLife Connect with Maria Ho: Websites: https://www.mariaho.com/ Twitter: @MariaHo Instagram: @Maria_Ho Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan
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| Do You Like Money? Real Estate Tycoon Turned POKER Pro Tells You How to Make It! | 21 Dec 2023 | 00:35:32 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Steven Jones is an American poker player based in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is best known for his final table run in the 2023 World Series of Poker Main Event. Jones entered the final table of the 2023 Main Event second in chips after a run of good on Day 7 put him among the leaders. He managed to maintain that performance through Day 8 and 9 of the 2023 WSOP Maine Event, reaching the final three with a significant chip lead over his two remaining opponents. Prior to his 2023 Main Event run, Jones had $245,346 in live tournament cashes. The biggest of these wins was $57,425 for a ninth place finish in 2018’s WSOP Event #07: $565 No Limit Hold'em Colossus. Here is what you can expect on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 0:27 2023 WSOP’s Main Event Runner-Up – A Dream Come True 2:34 Real Estate Broker by Day, Poker Player by Night 5:12 Real Estate Brokerage – What Are We Talking About Here? 8:44 Who You Partner With is Everything 10:54 Investing in Real Estate 13:25 Squeezing the Middle Class - The State of the Housing Market 16:07 Finding a Mentor to Learn the Basics 19:17 Balancing a Professional Life and Poker – Grinding Your Face Off 22:38 Why Poker? I like Money! 24:11 Finding the Action 26:25 Poker Travel Plans 27:30 Overseas Real Estate Opportunity – Too Complicated? 29:57 The Problem with Charity 33:09 Positive Thought and Abundance ▬ Winning the Game of Life ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Check out other "Winning the Game of Life" episodes: ► https://www.youtube.com/c/WinningTheGameofLife Follow Steven Jones: Instagram: @jayare87 Website: www.jrjonesrealtyco.com Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan
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| Why We Do What We Do in Poker | 16 Aug 2024 | 01:02:27 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Matt Berkey, born on January 29, 1982, in Leechburg, Pennsylvania, is a prominent professional poker player known for his expertise in both cash games and tournaments. With a career that began in the early 2000s, Berkey has earned millions in live tournament winnings, including notable finishes at the World Series of Poker (WSOP). Renowned for his strategic depth and ability to navigate complex situations, he has become a respected figure in high-stakes poker. In addition to his playing achievements, Berkey is the founder of Solve For Why Academy, a poker training program emphasizing innovative coaching methods. His contributions to poker media and dedication to continuous improvement have made him a well-rounded and influential figure in the poker community. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week’s show: 0:00 Introduction 1:10 A Laptop at the WSOP – Cheating Scandal or No? 6:21 The Importance of Embracing New Technology in the Game – AI 10:48 Learning Hierarchy - Learning, Interpreting, Educating, and Executing the Sims 13:20 Using Your Talents the Way They Lend Themselves 17:32 Constructing Game-Planned Heuristics to Apply the Sims 24:21 Different Heuristics for Different Demographics and Cultures 29:10 It’s Ony an Idea- Calling Things GTO is Nonsense 33:30 Poker is a Sandbox - The GTO of Social Behavior 41:19 Evolution of Trust - The Exploitative Actors and The Good Actors 46:29 Leaving an Impact 49:26 Solve for Why 56:48 Exposing a Cheating Syndicate with a Podcast Follow Matt Berkey X (Formerly Twitter): @berkey11 Instagram: @berkey11 Website: solveforwhy.io Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates: Instagram:@thedancates X (Formerly Twitter): @junglemandan | |||
| Game of Gold - Behind the Scenes & the Crazy Story of India's Contender | 14 Dec 2023 | 01:13:58 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Nikita Luther is a professional poker player from India with more than half a million dollars in live tournament cashes. Luther can be seen on the first season of GGPoker's Game of Gold, a poker reality competition on the GGPoker YouTube channel. Through her career, Luther has won one WSOP bracelet in the 2018 WSOP Tag Team Event with her teammate Giuseppe Pantaleo. She also made deep runs in the 2021 WSOP Tag Team Event (15th - $2,288), the 2019 WSOP Bracelet Winners Only Event (13th - $3,584), and the 2018 $3,000 No Limit Hold’em Event (17th - $18,495). In 2023, Luther also made a deep run in the WSOP Main Event, finding herself among the chip leaders at the end of Day 4. Nikita is also an Ambassador for Natural8 India, and is the only poker player to give a TedX Talk in India. Here is what you can expect on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:06 Poker’s Secret Star – Bringing on the Heat 3:37 Game of Gold – Some Insane Hands 11:28 Big Time Poker Study Habits 12:08 Adventures at Poker Boot Camp 14:36 Beating all the Guys 17:10 Creating Opportunities from Your Weakness 20:53 The Problem with Being Underestimated 26:52 So Much Abundance 28:03 The Advantage of Being a Woman 29:55 Emotional Stability 31:37 Using Your Intuition 36:34 Game of Gold – Poker’s Reality TV 38:28 Classy Anger 41:04 Poker in India – Bigger Than Ever But Still Taboo 47:41 Picking Up Table Reads as a Woman 49:34 A Commitment to the Character 54:09 Magic Moment 56:18 If You Risk Nothing You Risk Everything 56:49 Nikita’s Ted Talk – Keep Uncomfortable 1:00:39 Grabbing Every Opportunity 1:04:30 Working To Break the Stereotypes ▬ Winning the Game of Life ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Check out other "Winning the Game of Life" episodes: ► https://www.youtube.com/c/WinningTheGameofLife Follow Nikita Luther: Instagram: @nikitaluther Twitter: @nikitaluther Facebook: @ Nikita Luther Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| He May Be the WORLD’S BEST Tournament POKER PLAYER and He’s Sharing His SECRETS! | 07 Dec 2023 | 01:23:36 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Stephen Chidwick is a professional poker player from Deal, England. He is best known for his tournament career, where he is the highest-earning tournament player from England. Stephen is in the top 5 in the world for tournament poker earnings. He is known as one of the most impressive opponents in the modern era of poker, and he without a doubt has the results to back up this claim. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:06 Building a Bankroll With Free Rolls 3:02 Outgrowing Sit and Goes 5:56 Can You Be the Next Stephen Chidwick – Learning from Sit and Goes 10:50 A Method to the Madness in Mixed Games 12:40 Not Allowing Reads at a Tournament 14:45 An Early Adopter of Solvers – Knowing the Potential 17:30 Striking Discoveries with ICM Study 26:50 The Biggest Equity Pot I’ve Played 33:05 To Be or Not to Be Entertaining at the Table 37:16 The Poker Content We’re Missing 39:53 Intense Stare Downs & The Softer Side of the Game – Calm Ferocity 42:50 Exercise & Success at the Table 44:15 Jungleman Gets an Invite to Rock Climb 46:20 Trying to Measure Focus 51:13 Spirituality and Breathwork 56:38 Neuropeak Pro – The Bio-Feedback You Need to Win 1:12:55 Quelling Self Criticism ▬ Winning the Game of Life ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Check out other "Winning the Game of Life" episodes: ► https://www.youtube.com/c/WinningTheGameofLife Follow Stephen Chidwick: Check out Neuropeak Pro: Use this special affiliate link! Those who purchase the belt via the link get a year free membership to all paid features of the app that you use it with. https://www.neuropeakpro.com/programs/ref/StephenChidwick/ Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Boost Your POKER and Sports Betting IQ with Mathematics and Win! | 30 Nov 2023 | 01:10:39 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Bill Chen is a renowned figure in the world of poker, celebrated not only for his exceptional skills at the card table but also for his profound contributions to the mathematical underpinnings of the game. Born in Williamsburg, Virginia, Chen's journey into the world of poker was marked by a unique blend of analytical prowess and strategic insight. Educated at the California Institute of Technology, where he earned a Ph.D. in mathematics, Chen seamlessly merged his academic acumen with a passion for poker. His breakthrough came with the publication of "The Mathematics of Poker," a seminal work co-authored with Jerrod Ankenman, which revolutionized the way players approached the game. This comprehensive guide delves into the intricate mathematics behind poker strategies, making it an indispensable resource for both novice players and seasoned professionals. Chen's impact extends beyond the written word, as he has consistently demonstrated his skills on the felt. A fixture in high-stakes tournaments, he has showcased a mastery of both the strategic and mathematical dimensions of poker, earning him respect among peers and enthusiasts alike. Beyond his poker prowess, Bill Chen has also made contributions to the world of finance as head of Statistical arbitrage at Susquehanna International Group, a privately held Global trading and technology firm. His mathematical expertise has found applications in various fields, solidifying his reputation as a polymath in both academia and the competitive gaming arena. As a sought-after speaker and consultant, Chen continues to share his insights into poker strategy and game theory. His analytical mind and strategic finesse make him a compelling figure in the poker community, leaving an enduring legacy that goes beyond his impressive tournament successes. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's episode: 0:00 Introduction 2:30 Beatable Games in College Lead to a Book 6:10 Evening Out the Variance 11:40 Keeping Up or Not Keeping Up With Current Poker Resources 14:24 Useful “Toy Games” 21:05 Evaluating Hand Values 26:39 The OG of Applying Math to Poker 29:34 Finding Game Theory Equilibrium 32:52 Playing the Algorithms 38:40 Jungleman’s First Live Tournament 40:43 It Depends On Where the Whale Sits 46:12 Ethical Prevention of Soft Play 48:45 Susquehanna International Group - Math Based Investing and Sports Betting 54:00 In-Game Sports Trading 1:00:37 The Data Doesn’t Lie 1:03:25 The Life of a Quant ▬ Winning the Game of Life ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Check out other "Winning the Game of Life" episodes: ► https://www.youtube.com/c/WinningTheGameofLife Follow Bill Chen: X (Formerly Twitter): @billchenpoker Facebook: @Bill Chen LinkedIn: @Bill Chen Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan
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| Kane Kalas is Here to Save us From AI, Share Investment Secrets, and Teach Us POKER to Win! | 24 Nov 2023 | 02:12:42 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Kane Kalas has been a professional poker player for 16 years, has made millions in online cash game earnings, and was a regular in Rail Heaven before black Friday. With over $2m in live tournament earnings, his prowess at the table led him to become a Short Deck course instructor for UpSwing Poker. Beyond poker, Kane has found success as a professional investor for the past 6 years, running a hedge fund, Crystal Oak Capital, which was an early adopter of Bitcoin On top of it all, Kane is also a Musician / Recording artist - having released a cover album of standards titled "High Hopes" in April of this year. Find “High Hopes” on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you stream your music. CDs and Vinyl are available at KaneKalas.com Kane is a regular National Anthem and God Bless America singer for the Philadelphia Phillies, for whom his father had a long Hall of Fame broadcasting career. Kane has sung the National Anthem for the Phillies home opener every year for the past 8 seasons and sang God Bless America at the Phillies most recent World Series. Kane is also an AI safety/governance philanthropist. He believes AI poses a serious existential risk to humanity and donates to AI projects primarily aimed at promoting fellowships for those who understand AI's existential risk in Washington, and evaluating the dangers of AI and LLMs. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week’s show: 0:00 Introduction 0:55 A Big Time Online Winner 2:40 Super High Stakes – Winning Some of the Biggest Pots Ever 4:37 Broadcasting Runs in the Family 8:29 Do What You Love to Do 10:40 The Philly’s National Anthem Singer Makes an Album 18:23 Professionalism – An Underrated Poker Skill 22:36 No Poker Ego – An Early Rise to High Stakes 26:46 Paradoxically, There is Less Luck in Poker 32:30 From Poker to Investing 40:04 Pro Tip – Don’t be Reactive When Investing 45:40 Poker as a Market – Finding the Edges 54:30 Old School Live Reads – Do They Work? 59:00 Summoning the Demon – The Threat That is AI 1:09:00 Is AI the problem or is it How We Use IT? 1:13:40 Can AI Create Sentience and a Value System? 1:31:40 How to Curb the Threat of AI 1:40:07 Why Have Ethics? 1:44:55 Humanity - Can We Be Better To Mitigate the Risks of AI? 1:51:52 Social Media as AI Not Aligned With Human Values 2:03:34 High Hopes 2:05:54 Want To Learn More About the Fight Against AI? ▬Winning the Game of Life ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Check out other "Winning the Game of Life" episodes: ► https://www.youtube.com/c/WinningTheGameofLife Follow Kane Kalas: Instagram: @kanekalas X (Formerly Twitter): @kanekalas Facebook: @Kane Kalas Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| He Has 25 POKER Titles. He Knows How to Win! Benny Glaser Reveals His Mixed Games Secrets! | 16 Nov 2023 | 01:24:52 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Benny Glaser is a British poker player. Over the course of his career, he has won five World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelets and amassed over $7 million in live earnings. In 2022, he also finished second in the WPT World Championship at Wynn for $2.8 million. He has also won 24 SCOOP and WCOOP titles on PokerStars making him the holder of the most titles all time. He is widely renowned as one of the all-around best British poker players. Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:15 Quite A Lot of Online Tournaments 3:27 Trading Strategies On All of the Games 15:00 Divulging Short Stack Tournament Edges 20:35 Low Edges and High Variance 27:51 Poker Goals - Talking Sh*t and Chasing the Greats 29:00 Deep Down Hellmuth is a Glasser Fan 32:10 The Poker Band - Other Interests 38:13 Inspired by Defiance - Music to Fit the Mood\ 47:05 Positive Impact 54:09 The Arbitrary Barriers of Language and the “Mathemagic” of Music 59:59 Weird Sh*t No One Ever Imagined 1:06:19 Travel Plans and Upcoming Poker Events 1:14:59 The Fame Treatment 1:20:03 The Final Table of the ‘22 WSOP and the Meta-Game of “Macho Man Dan” 1:22:40 The Final Say ▬ Winning the Game of Life ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Check out other "Winning the Game of Life" episodes: ► https://www.youtube.com/c/WinningTheGameofLife Follow Benny Glaser: Instagram: @bennyglaser_ X (Formerly Twitter): @bennyglaser Facebook: @Benny Glaser Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Deeb and Hellmuth Got SERVED Mixed Games Style! | 02 Nov 2023 | 00:44:46 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Josh Arieh is an American poker player and five-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner. In 2021, he won the WSOP Player of the Year title after cashing eleven times, winning two bracelets for combined cashes of over $1.1 million. Here is what you can expect on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:13 A Friendly Rivalry with Shaun Deeb 3:35 Online Was Never My Thing 4:50 Fully Engaged - Strengths More Suited to Live Poker 8:20 Observational Skills 10:18 A Bad Boy Demeanor - Poker is War 13:08 Emotional and Social Intelligence 14:02 A Weight Loss Side Bet 15:45 Superseding Deeb in Mixed Games 20:27 Sick of the Nice Josh Arieh 23:50 Beating Phil Hellmuth 31:24 Disrupting the Sim 33:13 Using Your Relationships to Grow 36:27 PokerStake.com - The Poker World Needs Outside Money ▬ Winning the Game of Life ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Check out other "Winning the Game of Life" episodes: ► https://www.youtube.com/c/WinningTheGameofLife Follow Josh Arieh: X (Formerly Twitter): @joshuaarieh website: www.pokerstake.com Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| From High School POKER Phenom to $4.2m Single day Win! How'd He Do It? Dan Cates & Brian Hastings | 26 Oct 2023 | 00:56:08 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Brian Hastings is an American professional poker player originally from Pennsylvania. During his career he has won six World Series of Poker bracelets and amassed over $5 million in live earnings. Starting young, Brian had accumulated a bankroll of over $250,000 before he even graduated high school and is best known for a $4.2 million single day win playing HU PLO vs. Isildur1 in 2009. He is currently a coach for Run It Once and is married with a daughter. Here is what you can expect on this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 1:39 A $250,000 Bankroll in High School 4:55 From CardRunners Coach to Battling Jungle in Vegas 6:48 Moving Up In the Stakes - Soft Games and Running Hot 8:20 A $4.2 Million Win 13:12 Tournaments or Cash Games? 15:10 If You Were To Do it Over Again 23:10 Pocket Queens 24:16 The Key to Winning 3-Bet Pots 27:31 The Family Life 30:40 Failing Game Theory 34:20 Positive Impact - A Much Bigger Game 36:23 Mental Health 45:47 Getting Better Every Day 53:00 Vulnerability 55:53 Final Thoughts ▬ Winning the Game of Life ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Check out other "Winning the Game of Life" episodes: ► https://www.youtube.com/c/WinningTheGameofLife Follow Brian Hastings: Instagram: @brianchastings X (Formerly Twitter): @brianchastings Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| Secret Weapons for Poker and Life - Dan Cates Takes Math & Charlie Carrel Takes Heart - Who Wins? | 19 Oct 2023 | 01:30:36 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Our second conversation with Charlie Carrel! Check out the first one here: https://youtu.be/kcDGOWZoa_4 Born in the Channel Islands and raised in London, Charlie Carrel is one of the most successful poker players of his entire generation. Carrel jumped into the poker scene in his early 20s and managed to dominate both the online and live poker scene, turning $50 into over $10,000,000. At the age of 25, Charlie stopped playing poker full time to pursue charity and business endeavors. As he put it, "I've spent a lot of my time going down a spiritual path, so I can be the best version of myself, and do as much good in the world as possible. Here is what you can expect from this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 2:13 Let’s Talk Poker – Be as Creative as Possible 8:30 Make a Living with Poker? 14:45 Cheap Tricks – Experiencing the Wild Side of Life 20:00 Opportunities To Get Canceled – Sexual Trauma, Feminism, and the LGBTQ Movement 28:33 Why is Poker a Spiritual Endeavor? 34:20 To Save a Life or Not to Save a Life 45:50 Life is Just a Series of Games 51:50 There Are Better Ways Than Hedonism 55:50 Dealt a Shitty Hand and Working to Deal a Better Hand to Others 59:57 To Dance or Not to Dance Part 2 1:08:30 The Case for Evolutionary Arguments 1:13:20 What Works for You May Not Work for Me 1:15:20 The Thing About Crying 1:21:07 Positive Action – With Action or With Intellect? ▬ Winning the Game of Life ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Check out other "Winning the Game of Life" episodes: ► https://www.youtube.com/c/WinningTheGameofLife Follow Charlie Carrel: Instagram: @charliecarrel X (Formerly Twitter): @Charlie_Carrel YouTube: @CharlieCarrel Poker Training Site: www.eliteuniversity.com Special Offer: get a %20 discount by using the code Jungle for one week following publishing of this episode! Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||
| What Makes Sense For One POKER Star May Not Make Sense To Another | Dan Cates & Charlie Carrel | 12 Oct 2023 | 00:53:33 | |
GTO Wizard - The best way to learn and practice GTO! Use this link to sign up: https://gtowizard.com/p/jungleman Born in the Channel Islands and raised in London, Charlie Carrel is one of the most successful poker players of his entire generation. Carrel jumped into the poker scene in his early 20s and managed to dominate both the online and live poker scene, turning $50 into over $10,000,000. At the ae of 25, Charlie stopped playing poker full time to pursue charity and business endeavors. As he put it, "I've spent a lot of my time going down a spiritual path, so I can be the best version of myself, and do as much good in the world as possible. This is part one of a two part interview with Charlie Carrel. Stay tuned for part two! Here is what you can expect from this week's show: 0:00 Introduction 2:28 The Most Mystical Poker Player 6:20 Anti-Religion and Super Spiritual 8:17 Faith – What Makes Sense to Believe? 12:49 One Religion Jungleman Resonates With the Most 17:44 Charlie Shares His Mantra 20:20 Mastery Over the Mind and Body 22:58 The Plan Is to Do Ayahuasca 26:53 Charlie Roasts Dan’s Face – At Medium Harshness 26:53 Dating – Grind Your Way to Confidence 42:59 To Dance or Not to Dance 47:23 The Key to Attracting - Authenticity ▬ Winning the Game of Life ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Check out other "Winning the Game of Life" episodes: ► https://www.youtube.com/c/WinningTheGameofLife Follow Charlie Carrel: Instagram: @Charlie_Carrel X (Formerly Twitter): @Charlie_Carrel YouTube: @CharlieCarrel Poker Training Site: www.eliteuniversity.com Special Offer: get a %20 discount by using the code Jungle for one week following publishing of this episode! Follow "Jungleman" Dan Cates on social: Instagram: @wtgolpodcast @thedancates Twitter: @junglemandan Poker strategy tips Poker tournament highlights Poker player profiles Poker player rankings Poker coaching Poker mental game | |||