In this episode, Daniel Negreanu, poker legend, 6-time WSOP bracelet holder and 2-time WPT champion, shares how poker is getting harder – but easier than ever before to learn. He reveals his biggest mistakes, candid reflections, and honest observations about poor bankroll management, distractions, and the response to uneven playing fields in poker.

Listen in to hear how Daniel has been boosting his health, improving his relationship, building his business, and expanding his mind – and how this balance has got him feeling better than ever before.

• 00:00 – 01:00 - Introducing Daniel Negreanu, a Canadian professional poker player who has won six WSOP bracelets and two WPT championship titles.
• 01:00 – 08:00 - Poker news, tournament results, industry news, live poker results, changes in the poker world due to the Coronavirus, and exciting partypoker LIVE and KO series announcements.
• 08:00 – 12:30 – Interview Start: Daniel on the poker dream being alive, how people play differently today, and the new tools available for learning and improving.
• 12:30 – 17:30 - The inspiration and intention behind MasterClass, the biggest mistakes people make, and Daniel’s advice for people wanting to reach their poker goals.
• 17:30 – 37:15 - Daniel’s major mistakes, reflections on how the game has changed, how he would manage his bankroll, and what he likes about GGPoker.
• 37:15 – 46:00 - On the different games, bots, regulation issues, and the three components of a successful poker ecosystem.
• 46:00 – 52:00 - On the issues in poker for recreational players, the trend towards no-pro games, mindfulness around game selection, and the distraction of online chats.
• 52:00 – 57:00 - Privatized tournaments, creating an even playing field, and how he’s been building his business, improving his relationship and boosting his health.
• 57:00 – 01:07:00 - On his relationship with his wife, his future plans, and some tips for attaining success in your own life through continued education and meditation.

• Write out a plan and be clear on your goals.
• Track your results and be realistic; treat it like a business.
• Don’t get distracted by drama and negativity online.

• Daniel’s Website
• Daniel’s MasterClass
• GGPoker Website

In this episode, Mike Sexton, a professional poker player, commentator, WSOP bracelet-holder, WPT champ, partypoker chairman and member of the Poker Hall of Fame, shares how the poker landscape has changed over the past four decades. He explains why players must be aggressive to win tournaments and opens up about the importance of bankroll management. Tune in to hear tips, strategies, and stories from a poker legend – and hear his ideas for boosting poker’s popularity in the future.

• 00:00 – 01:00 - Introducing today’s guest, Mike Sexton, a long-time poker legend and inspiration to many.
• 01:00 – 07:30 - Poker news, tournament results, and information on the upcoming KO Series.
• 07:30 – 13:00 - Mike reflects on his Montreal WPT win in 2016 and recalls the highlights, the vibes, and the luck involved in winning.
• 13:00 – 30:00 - On aggressiveness, the power of chips, how the poker landscape has changed, having love for the game, and the strategies necessary to succeed sustainably in poker.
• 30:00 – 44:00 - His professional journey as a commentator of the WPT and chairman for partypoker, and what he recommends for players wanting to get into the game and change their life.
• 44:00 – 55:00 - What the WSOP and WPT did for online poker, the work that still needs to be done to improve online poker, and how he met Stu Ungar and other high stakes friends.
• 55:00 – 01:02:00 - On surviving his vices, being a B- player with A+ bankroll management, looking at poker like a business, and being mentally tough.
• 01:02:00 – 01:20:00 - Mike’s upcoming journey, advice for players who want to keep their money, tips for high-stakes playing, and some stories of Stu Ungar from back in the day.
• 01:20:00 – 01:28:00 - A shout-out for Rob Yong, his thoughts on re-buys, and some thinking outside-the-box for possible buy-in and re-buy solutions.
• 01:28:00 – 01:35:00 - Mike’s idea about incorporating charity into poker and what it would do for sponsorships and worldwide attention.

• Tight players won’t win tournaments.
• Don’t play unless you love poker and have a true passion for the game.
• Prepare to win and you will!

• Book – Life’s A Gamble by Mike Sexton
• Interview – Jonathan Little’s video blog with Mike Sexton on money management