Ben “Machine” Smith joins the Casinos.com podcast to explain why poker is a true strategy game, closer to chess than roulette, and why UK tournaments rank among the toughest in Europe. He breaks down the bankroll discipline that separates pros from punters, the key fundamentals he teaches students, and why solvers can sometimes mislead developing players. Smith also argues that ROI matters more than headline prizes and calls for better behaviour at the tables, reminding professionals that recreational players are vital to keeping the poker ecosystem alive.

Ben 'Machine' Smith