Make Money In This Common Tricky Poker Spot

You might know when and how to check-raise in poker, but do you know how to proceed on the turn when your check-raise gets called? How should you decide which hands to continue betting for value? And when should you keep up the aggression with a bluff?  

Gary Blackwood and Mike Brady help you understand the answers to these questions and more so you're equipped to handle these tricky post-check-raise situations.

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Written Version of this Episode 

00:00 Introduction to the Turn Play

03:02 Straight Completing Turns

04:49 Flush Completing Turns

06:26 Over card Bricks on the Turn

09:36 Board Pairing Turns

12:20 Adjusting for Position

13:35 High Frequency Check Raise Boards

16:31 Disconnected Board Strategy

19:15 Final Thoughts and Lab Promotion

In this episode of our poker strategy podcast, hosts Mike Brady and Gary Blackwood tackle one of the most challenging spots in poker: what to do on the turn after you've check-raised from the big blind. Focusing on a specific scenario—a flop of Jack-Six-Four with two spades—they break down the strategic considerations you need to master in order to maximize your profits in this common yet tricky situation.

The episode begins with a refresher on check-raising strategies, emphasizing the importance of understanding how different turn cards affect your range. Whether you're dealing with straight-completing low cards, flush-completing spades, or over card bricks, Mike and Gary guide you through the optimal plays to keep your opponents on their toes. They also delve into the nuances of board-pairing turns, explaining why these are often the worst cards for your range and how to adjust accordingly.

Listeners will learn when to bet big and aggressive, particularly on straight-completing turns, and when to slow down, especially on turns that are less favorable. Gary discusses how to use over betting effectively on certain turns to capitalize on your range advantage, and when to adopt a more conservative approach with smaller bet sizes. The discussion also covers how to adjust your strategy based on your opponent's position, highlighting the differences in play against middle position or under the gun openers compared to the button.

As the episode progresses, Mike and Gary explore other board textures and how to handle them after a check-raise, including paired boards and disconnected boards like King-Eight-Deuce. They offer practical advice on when to continue barreling with equity-driven bluffs and when it's better to check and give up, ensuring that you make the most profitable decisions possible

This poker strategy podcast is packed with actionable insights and advanced strategies to help you navigate one of the trickiest spots in poker. Whether you're looking to refine your turn play or just want to improve your overall game, this episode offers valuable lessons that can give you a significant edge at the tables. Tune in, take notes, and elevate your poker strategy with the expert guidance from Mike and Gary.