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BIG Dave has a lengthy conversation with Bernard Lee about the publication of his new book, “Poker Satellite Success”, available this month from D&B Poker Publishing. The info could prove helpful with the numerous satellites set to run this week at the Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood.

BIG Dave talks about the move of the 2021 WSOP to the fall and the subsequent reaction from the poker world. A few details were released but more will come in the next month or so. Also, Joe then joins the show and the guys talk about the High Stakes Duel between Phil Hellmuth & Daniel Negreanu and it’s shocking turnaround.

The guys talk about how the easing of restrictions is leading to another poker boom, with formerly reluctant states like Texas and New poised to jump on the bandwagon. A postponement of the Hellmuth vs. Negreanu matchup, and the angry response to GG Poker’ hiring of Dan Bilzerian as an ambassador are also on the agenda.

Big week ahead for tournaments in Florida, including the Palm Beach Poker Classic and BestBet’s Spring Series going head-to-head from March 18-28. The guys also talk strategy, including a discussion of instances when a continuous bet should be avoided. Finally, the Sands Corporation is sold and the WPT announces the rescheduling of several final tables postponed by the pandemic.

Tournaments continue to expand in South Florida and elsewhere around the U.S., and turnouts are as large as ever. Joe discusses his visits to several area rooms as things start to get back to normal. Also, with the elimination of the Full Tilt brand, the guys discuss their early interactions with the site.

The guys embark on a zany show to celebrate National Margarita Day, starting with some poker rooms reopening in S. Florida, the return of some favorite tourneys and the zingers on social media between Daniel Negreanu and Doug Polk’s business partner. Also, a brief discussion of poker’s most misunderstood rule, plus the crazy possibilities of a casino in downtown NYC and a crazy suggestion of allowing recreational marijuana at the felt in Atlantic City.

BIG Dave wraps up the finish of the Polk/Negreanu grudge match and the guys discuss who #Realkidpoker might take on next. They also look ahead to an expanding poker schedule in the next few weeks and talk about how to play premium hands without giving up value.

A quick rundown of the Lucky Hearts results and the incredible story of the champion who overcame great adversity as an Afghan refugee. Also info in online poker opening in Michigan and JoeRod talks about his successful tournament, then later getting the opportunity to meet one of his favorite players from his beloved Yankees.

Tony Burns , Director of Poker Marketing for the Seminole properties, joins BIG Dave to talk about the Lucky Hearts Open, the first major live event in the country since the pandemic. Then, friend and local poker player Carlo Rodriguez checks in to discuss his deep run in the LHPO main event.

The guys talk about the death of online poker opponent Sheldon Adelson and pass along the views of long-time poker media guru Nolan Dalla and his battles with the Venetian owner. BIG Dave evaluates the early action of the Lucky Hearts tournament and looks ahead to the start of online poker in Michigan this month