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BIG Dave and Joe review a couple of hands from the action in Vegas involving two friends of the program: Maurice Hawkins and Stacy Matuson. The guys also discuss the success this year of several older players at the series and what keeps them going.

BIG Dave and Joe talk about some of the major accomplishments of the WSOP at the halfway point: David Bach winning two bracelets, James Moore's second consecutive victory in the Super Seniors, and a unique double for Valentin Vornicu, who held the chip lead overnight in two events at the same time.

BIG Dave and Joe look at the second week of the WSOP, including Bernard Lee's 2nd place finish, a controversial hand involving Matt Glantz, and a bold proclamation by Maurice Hawkins. The guys also discuss the difference between "live" and "online" players heading into the action at the series and how to exploit it.

BIG Dave and Joe recap the first week of the WSOP, including the finish of the Colossus and the Big Drop High Roller. They also discuss a couple of interesting hands and take a look at Daniel Negreanu's deep run in the Omaha 8 event.

BIG Dave and Joe take a look at the Aria's Super High Roller Bowl and the big impact of comedian Kevin Hart. The guys also preview the opening week schedule of the World Series of Poker and discuss some early predictions on some of the interesting trends at the Rio.

Dr. Tricia Cardner, poker psychotherapist, joins BIG Dave and Joe to talk about the mental preparation for the WSOP and improving a player's mindset to build great success at the felt. The guys also discuss the release of the WSOP Circuit schedule and the absence of a Palm Beach Kennel Club event, as well as Mike Sexton's decision to leave the World Poker Tour broadcast.

Bernard Lee joins BIG Dave and Joe to discuss his decade in poker media and the start of a massive celebration of the 10th anniversary of his radio show. Bernard also talks about his favorite guests over the years and his reaction to the WSOP's decision to eliminate the November 9 and crown a champion in July.

BIG Dave and Joe open the show with a look back at the radio scene in South Florida including the legacy of the great Neil Rogers. The guys also preview the planned opening of a poker room in Florida City, what's next for additional gambling opportunities in the state, and close out with a discussion about strategy in 7-card stud games.

BIG Dave catches up with Maurice Hawkins, who has had a breakout year. The guys discuss the latest controversy surrounding Salomon Ponte, the Florida Legislature is also in the news with the crumbling of any advancement surrounding the Seminole Compact, and finish out the show with a review of Matt Savage's 'Social Experiment' played on Saturday.

BIG Dave and Joe discuss the origins of many colorful nicknames of poker hands. They also look at the lack of progress in the legal battles for online poker including efforts of California being shelved for 2017.