The Mechanics of Poker Podcast MOPP E28 - Is Owen "PRODIGY" Messere the next best poker player?
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Oct 28, 2023 In this episode, high-stakes cash-game player Owen Messere discusses his poker journey, including his recent 100k heads up match. They explore the psychology behind decision-making in poker, the balance of talent versus hard work, and the importance of joining supportive communities. They also touch on analyzing specific hands for poker strategy insights and the benefits of solvers in gameplay. Additionally, they discuss biases in poker, navigating variance and luck, and the importance of being open-minded in the game.
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Heads-Up Challenge
- Owen Messere discusses his 100k heads-up challenge against Doug Polk.
- He was slightly up over two matches and happy with the experience.
Heads-Up Thrill
- Owen Messere finds heads-up poker thrilling because it's a direct competition.
- He enjoys the mental battle of outthinking and out-adjusting his opponent.
Quitting and Returning
- Messere discusses quitting against "Darryl" initially due to being outplayed.
- He later felt more comfortable playing him after gaining more experience.