What's up everyone, Jungleman here with another episode that's gonna blow your mind about how gaming and poker are literally connected in ways you wouldn't believe. I brought together some of the sickest minds in both worlds - from Ninja who dominated Halo to Elky who crushed it in Starcraft before becoming a poker beast. We dive deep into how gaming skills translate to poker mastery, and trust me, the parallels are INSANE.

These champions share their journey from grinding video games to crushing poker, and how their competitive gaming background gave them an edge. From reading opponents and handling pressure to quick decision-making and strategic thinking - turns out those countless hours of gaming weren't just for fun. Fun fact: did you know I was obsessed with Command and Conquer before poker? That's actually where I developed my strategic thinking.

Whether you're a gamer thinking about poker, or a poker player curious about how gaming skills transfer over, this episode is packed with insights that'll change how you think about both worlds. We've got Lex, Chidwick, Ninja, and more sharing their unique perspectives on how gaming shaped their poker careers. The insights here are PURE GOLD for anyone looking to level up their game - literally and metaphorically. Let's dive in!

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00:22 Tyler 'Ninja' Blevins

09:57 Elky Grospellier

21:25 Mustapha Kanit

26:50 Nacho Barbero

32:46 Bill Chen

34:55 Stephen Chidwick

35:48 Lex Veldhuis

37:10 Jungleman

41:54 Espen Uhlen Jorstad

What separates a crushing defeat from a defining moment?

In poker, as in life, it's not about the cards you're dealt - it's about how you play them when everything's on the line. Join 10 of poker's most iconic players as they reveal their darkest hours and greatest triumphs.

From million-dollar losses to sleeping on floors, from crypto hacks to Black Friday devastation - these aren't just comeback stories. They're masterclasses in human resilience.

Because sometimes, rock bottom is just the beginning.

Featured players include: Phil Hellmuth, Fedor Holz, Phil Galfond, Jason Koon, Steve O'Dwyer, Ben Heath, Cole Keenan, Ben Rolle, Chris Hunichen, Mariano Grandoli

This powerful compilation shows that even poker's elite have faced devastating setbacks - and reveals the mental fortitude that helped them rise again. Whether you're a poker player or not, these stories of resilience will transform how you think about overcoming life's biggest challenges.

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00:22 Phil Hellmuth

06:20 Phil Galfond

07:51 Mariano Grandoli

08:57 Jason Koon

10:50 Steve O'Dwyer

14:32 Ben Heath

17:47 Cole Keenan

20:02 Benjamin Rolle

21:52 Fedor Holz

23:40 Chris Hunichen

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This episode is absolutely wild.

You know those stories that sound made up? Like, who actually stitches their own face between rounds? Or bets on a 24-hour cycling challenge when they can barely ride a bike?

Meet Lincon "Bad Boy" Rodrigues. Ex-underground fighter turned mental game coach. The stories this guy told me had me like "wait... is this actually real?"

But here's what's crazy - this isn't even about the fighting.

There's this one moment where he breaks down why poker players (including myself) have been thinking about mental toughness all wrong. Made me completely rethink my approach to the game.

Want to know why some of the highest stakes players are now putting themselves through physical challenges? Or why this dude got me doing things I never thought I'd try?

Watch till the end for his theory on pain that'll blow your mind. Also, wait till you hear what he did with $800 in his early fighting days...

Trust me, just watch. You'll see what I mean.

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome & Introduction to "Bad Boy" Rodrigues

02:32 Origin of the "Bad Boy" Nickname

07:10 First Fight Story: 17-Year-Old vs. 240lb Opponent

13:42 $800 Fight: The Bloody Nose Battle

19:15 The 24-Hour Cycling Challenge

26:38 Fighting Through a Broken Jaw

31:54 The DIY Stitch-Up Story

38:20 Making Friends with Pain

43:15 From Fighter to Mental Coach

48:30 Power Doesn't Corrupt, Power Reveals

52:45 The Warriors vs. Gardeners Philosophy

57:10 Training High Stakes Poker Players

01:02:35 Simple Habits That Change Everything

01:08:40 The Truth About Longevity

01:14:25 Advice for Poker Players

01:19:50 The Pain Philosophy

01:24:30 Final Thoughts on Mental Toughness

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When I booked this chat with Espen, I had NO IDEA he'd won the WSOP Main Event (legit didn't know lol). But what he revealed about winning $10M was NOT what anyone expects...

Turns out winning millions can actually be a curse? The PURE TRUTH about what happened in those first 6 months (spoiler: he couldn't even access the money), the CRAZY people who came out of nowhere, and a SHOCKING hand against Chris Brewer that shows what really goes down at the highest stakes.

This Norwegian crusher went from gaming addict to world champion, but at what cost? The answer might surprise you...

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3:45 "Wait, You Won the WSOP Main Event?"

8:23 The Six-Month Wait for $10 Million

12:46 Why Tag Team Victory Hit Different

16:32 Breaking Down the Brewer Hand

21:05 From Gaming Addict to Army Life

25:48 How a World Champion Prepares

29:17 When Everyone Wants a Piece

34:52 Playing Against the World's Best

39:13 Life Between Norway and High Stakes

43:25 Inside a Champion's Study Routine

48:36 The Reality of High Stakes Poker

52:41 Success, Ego, and Finding Balance

56:19 What's Next for Espen

1:01:34 Final Reflections

Caitlin Comeskey, she's not your typical poker player. NYU drama grad turned stand-up comedian who's been secretly crushing poker while making viral content roasting everyone (including me lol). Just copped the Global Poker Awards Short Form Creator of the Year and signed with PokerStars... not bad for someone who started in $100/day burlesque shows.

We dive into some crazy shit:

Why she turned down massive gambling deals

Some dark stories from her underground game days

What really happens in private Texas games

The truth about women's opportunities in high stakes

How improv skills = poker profits (??)

She even tried teaching me comedy... some of it might actually work at the tables.

Watch if you wanna know why being funny might make you more money than being good at poker.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro - The Comedian Who Roasted Jungleman

03:01 Doug Polk Twitter Drama & Viral Content

05:16 From $100 Burlesque Shows to Poker Success

10:31 Underground Game Stories & Strip Club Networking

14:44 Making Money: Cash Games vs Content Creation

21:17 Being the Only Woman in Private Games

25:33 The Dark Side of OnlyFans & Poker Influencers

31:42 Why Tournament Life Beats Cash Games

37:15 Comedy Lessons for Poker Players

42:51 The Real Economics of Poker Content

48:33 Turning Down Gambling Sponsors

52:14 Why Most Poker Creators Are Going Broke

57:44 The Party Girl Phase & Transformation

01:02:38 Getting Healthy: The Ozempic Journey

01:08:52 Improv Skills That Win at Poker

01:13:09 Future Plans: Merging Comedy & Poker

01:18:21 Danny McFanny Moment

01:22:28 Final Thoughts on Poker's Future

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This week I sit down with Blake Eastman from The Nonverbal Group, who's analyzed over 550,000 poker player blinks and is probably the world's top expert on human behavior. Most of what people think about reading tells is complete BS - Blake breaks down what actually works, why your "gut reads" are probably wrong, and how trying to hide tells often makes you more readable.We go deep into how different cultures communicate, why First World social dynamics are kind of messed up, and even a tell he caught on me in mixed games (fixing that one). His insights on behavior aren't just about poker - he's worked with major CEOs, can predict when relationships will fail, and understands how people tick in a way that's actually mind-blowing.One of my favorite parts was breaking down why people think they're good at reading others but are actually terrible at it. Also got into some fascinating stuff about how writing daily and understanding social patterns can transform your life.

Looking to understand people better and improve your life at and away from the tables? This is the episode you need.Join The JungleVerse and sharpen your skills in a community built for winners: https://enterthejungleverse.com/Here is what you can expect to here on this video:Chapters:

0:00 Intro & Blake Eastman's Background

3:35 Why Most Poker Tell Books Are Wrong

6:00 The Truth About Hand Movements & Behavior

13:00 How People Give Themselves Away Through Concealment

21:00 Live Tells vs Online Play Dynamics

30:00 Real-World Applications of Behavior Reading

42:00 Cultural Differences & Social Intelligence

50:30 Understanding Charisma & Social Skills

1:04:00 Corporate Leadership & Communication

1:13:00 Dating & Relationship Dynamics

1:23:00 The Power of Being Complete & Writing Daily

1:29:00 Final Thoughts & Personal Tells

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Got my Hustler nemesis @MarianoPoker in the JUNGLE today. This guy went from delivering pizzas to running PURE EVIL BLUFFS against me for 50k+ (still thinking about that hand bro). Now he's got 163k YouTube subs and is playing in games with 800k pots... pretty nuts.

We're getting into how to BUILD your way into the biggest games, why being charming > GTO (usually), and Mariano's secret weapon - bringing that Latin smoothness to the table (there's a reason why he's called the KING of Argentina). He walks us through getting OWNED by Dennis the Menace and some twilight zone hands that'll make your head spin.

BONUS: Mariano tries to be humble about outplaying me but I make him talk proper trash. Can't let these young guns get too respectful.

For aspiring crushers, content creators, and anyone trying to win the game of life - this episode shows how poker skills can unlock doors you didn't even know existed. Even if those doors lead to forming a punk band in LA.

Watch to see how deep the rabbit hole goes... or just to hear Mariano finally admit he owned my soul in that bluff spot.

Ever wonder how a pizza delivery guy becomes a poker sensation AND starts a band? This is the episode for you. The magic is real folks!

0:00 - Introduction

1:42 - Meet the King of Argentina

3:01 - Losing It All and Starting Over

5:00 - Entering the YouTube Poker Scene

6:34 - Finding Success in Indian Casinos

8:13 - First Breakthrough on the Hustler Stream

10:16 - The Importance of Soft Skills in Poker

12:39 - The Social Side of High-Stakes Poker

15:04 - Challenges of Poker Content Creation

18:35 - Viral $800K Aces vs. Kings Hand

21:04 - Bluffing Jungleman: Mariano’s Bold Move

27:47 - The Psychology of Bluffing

35:18 - Dennis the Menace’s Ultimate Bluff

37:00 - Losing to Dennis the Menace

46:15 - Advice for Aspiring Poker YouTubers

50:00 - Poker’s Social Value and Misconceptions

53:41 - From Poker to Pursuing Music

55:54 - Mariano’s Band and Creative Goals

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Pete Clarke, better known by his online alias "Carrot Corner," is a professional poker coach and strategist renowned for his unique approach to teaching the mental game of poker. Specializing in low- to mid-stakes poker, Clarke has built a reputation for helping players develop both their technical skills and emotional resilience at the table. His coaching methods focus on breaking mental habits and overcoming emotional barriers that hold players back, combining a deep understanding of Game Theory Optimal (GTO) strategies with practical techniques for improving mindset. Clarke's poker philosophy emphasizes the importance of consistency and self-awareness, believing that mastering the psychological aspects of the game is just as crucial as technical precision for long-term success.

Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show:

Intro

Introduction of Pete Clarke (Carrot Corner)

Carrot Corner Origins and Nickname Backstory

Pete's Journey from Poker Player to Coach

Emotional Barriers in Poker and Life

Courage and Discipline in Poker

Poker Therapy Book: A Three-Step Process

Triggers and Interpretations in Poker

Misfires and Rewiring Mental Patterns

Logic vs. Emotional Programs

The Role of Epiphanies in Mental Coaching

Root Causes of Faulty Mental Programs

Overcoming Subtle Tilt

Building New Habits in Game

Real World Applications of Poker Lessons

Procrastination and Resistance

Overcoming Mental Resistance with Small Wins

Finding Inspiration to Stay Engaged

Poker as a Means to Freedom

How to Enjoy Poker's Mundane Aspects

Injecting Fun into Tournament Play

The Struggles of Live Poker and Small Talk

The Academic Approach to Poker Education

Carrot Poker School and Creating Effective Theorems

River Blunder Theorem and Strategic Learning

Greed and Glutton Theorems in Poker

True EV vs. Solver Frequencies

Teaching Poker Through Memorable Concepts

Philosophical Insights Applied to Poker

The Challenges of Live Poker

The Allure of Bridge Over Poker

Comparing Poker and Bridge Strategically

Closing Thoughts and Jungle 20 Promo Code

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Poker strategy tips

Poker tournament highlights

Poker player profiles

Poker player rankings

Poker coaching

Poker mental game

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Veronica Brill, known for her courage in the poker community, is a professional poker player and analyst who became a pivotal figure in exposing one of the most notorious cheating scandals in recent poker history. Her commitment to transparency led her to confront Mike Postle, a player accused of using illicit methods to gain an edge in live poker games. Beyond her role as a whistleblower, Brill offers insights into poker psychology, exploring how factors like sleep deprivation and narcissistic tendencies drive people toward dishonest strategies. Through her work, she underscores the importance of integrity in poker, believing that maintaining honesty and accountability is crucial to preserving the game’s reputation and trust among players.

Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show:

Introduction

Veronica's Multifaceted World

"Jungle After Dark"

Poker Scene in Australia

Motivations Behind Cheating

Narcissism in Cheaters

The Risks of Cheating as a "Winning Strategy"

Lack of Empathy and Obvious Cheating

Internal Help Prolongs Cheating

Humor Amidst the Scandal

The Legal Fallout

DOJ's Reaction to the Cheating Scandal

Systemic Injustice in Cases of Cheating

Cheating in Online Poker

DOJ's Misconceptions About Poker Cheating

Simple Data Solutions for Detecting Cheating

Data in Healthcare Decision-Making

Health Risks and Common Outcomes

Fitness Stats and American Health

Value of Being Open to Correction

Decision Science and Groupthink

Religion, Group Dynamics, and Belief Systems

Spirituality and Logic

Nihilism and the Meaning of Life

Evolution and Human Nature

Religion and Ethical Evolution

The Ethics of Extended Lifespans

The Potential Future of Immortality

Final Thoughts on Evolution and Religion

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Dominik Nitsche, a renowned poker professional and entrepreneur, has carved out a niche in the poker world with his pioneering approach to game strategy and tech integration. Known for his expertise in leveraging advanced poker solvers and real-time strategy tools, Nitsche continually pushes the boundaries of poker’s traditional landscape. His collaboration with AI-driven tools has not only optimized his game but also inspired players worldwide to rethink their approach to efficiency and decision-making at the table. Emphasizing the importance of innovation and adaptability, Nitsche believes that while poker may evolve with technology, the core skills of reading players and mastering game theory remain essential to lasting success in both live and online poker.

Here is what you can expect to hear on this week's show:

00:00 Introduction

00:39 Introduction of Dominik Nitsche by Dan Cates

01:24 Dominik discusses his decision to "retire" from poker

03:46 WSOP and the laptop incident - Dominik’s perspective

04:24 Ethical boundaries in poker assistance and haters' reactions

06:00 Strategic reminders from the rail - Dominik on in-game advice

07:30 Differences in hands Dominik uses as bluffs

10:05 The role of intuition against unbalanced players

11:16 Balancing player assistance with competition

12:54 AI potential and "Dream Machine" branding ideas

13:52 Poker software and misconceptions among critics

15:24 Discussion on AI’s capabilities and its potential in poker coaching

16:45 Progress of AI in poker simulations and strategy

17:57 Dominik talks about AI’s utility in understanding strategic situations

18:36 Using AI to teach concepts like bluffing combos and range checking

20:00 Balancing strategies between various bet sizes

21:10 Making educated guesses based on experience with amateurs

24:30 Personal uses of AI by Dominik in life and poker

26:55 Balancing between AI advancements and poker’s “old school” mindset

29:21 Dominik’s take on the limitations of current poker coaching

31:17 AI’s role in explaining poker strategy and bet sizings

33:40 Dominik’s view on AI for teaching poker drills and practice

36:12 Risk premiums and bet size application in tournaments vs. cash games

38:10 Experimenting with AI in practical poker coaching

41:00 Dominik’s shift to life in Thailand and lifestyle changes

43:35 Generosity and the role of philanthropy in poker earnings

47:00 Thoughts on the responsibility of poker players to give back

50:20 Charity, personal growth, and long-term goals

55:30 Financial resources and giving back as a high-stakes player

1:00:50 Balancing money management with philanthropic goals

1:05:30 Investment strategies and risks in poker player portfolios

1:09:25 Dominik’s "craziest" investment experiences

1:13:15 Reflections on poker community perceptions and "top players"

1:19:00 Dan Cates’s view on player hierarchies and individual strengths

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