The Mechanics of Poker Podcast

In episode 32 of the MOPP, we chat with the number 1 on the all-time money list, Bryn Kenney. Bryn shares with us why he likes to take on a lot of risk and how to deal with million-dollar swings, even going broke several times in the process. We will touch on mistakes players make who just look at the solver and the endless realm of possibilities poker strategy has to offer if we give ourselves permission to be creative. Enjoy!

A high-stakes poker player shares his journey from speedcubing and sports betting to poker. He emphasizes total dedication and intense study for success. The podcast discusses risk aversion, breaks for mental health, mastering mindset, gratitude, and strategies for maintaining win rates in poker. It also delves into aggressive poker strategies, dynamic gameplay, deliberate practice, and striving for high stakes.

High-stakes player Kayhan Mokri shares fearless poker journey. Insights on aggressive gameplay, player dynamics, range awareness. Embracing risk, persistence, and humility. Balancing challenges, happiness in poker and life. Navigating confidence, emotional resilience, and familial support. Finding balance in poker strategy and personal growth.

Poker player and coach Patrick Howard discusses his inspiring poker journey, the importance of work ethic, adapting to player pool tendencies, battling downswings and mental hurdles, coping with burnout and anxiety, and the significance of reaching out for help. They also cover poker's isolation challenges and the impact of the game on mental health. Additionally, they announce the Mechanics of Poker 2.0 program and talk about the role of theory in poker exploitation.

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.

Fernando "Jnandez87" Habegger, a high-stakes PLO player and entrepreneur, shares his journey from No Limit Hold'em to Pot Limit Omaha, highlighting strategic shifts and the challenges faced. He discusses leveraging data in poker and treating it as a business, embracing risks while balancing personal fulfillment. Fernando also delves into the importance of adaptability and open-mindedness in both poker and entrepreneurship. Packed with valuable insights, he offers advice on skill development and making informed career choices in a competitive landscape.

In this episode, we chat with high-stakes player Barak Wisbrod who transformed himself from a degenerate gambler to a pro. He shares his journey of overcoming going broke, transitioning from MTTs to cash games, and finding his place among poker's elite. Gain insights into mindset and strategies that separate mid-stakes players from high-stakes contenders. Discover the differences in poker games at different stake levels and the process of transforming into a high-stakes crusher. Explore the differences between playing online and live poker and the importance of maintaining belief in tougher variants. Reflect on enjoyable moments in a poker career and key takeaways on decision-making and mistakes in in-game performance.

Matt Marinelli, a professional poker player, shares his experiences and strategies for online cash games. He discusses his transformation from 100NL to 5KNL, overcoming downswings, and shaping a winning mindset. Topics also include the importance of professionalism, deliberate practice, and maintaining work-life balance. The power of grit, cultivating a routine, and quantifying the importance of different poker situations are also discussed. Matt emphasizes the significance of confidence and provides insights into switching to ACR as well as prioritizing leaks to improve poker strategy.

Matheus Pinheiro, a brazilian high-stakes cash-game player, shares his journey in professional poker, including setbacks, anxiety attacks, and therapy. He emphasizes the importance of presence, setting goals, self-care, and mindset shifts. He also discusses topics like finding balance in poker, transitioning with solvers, key concepts for improving the game, psychology of tagging players, and prioritizing recovery. Don't miss this insightful episode!

In todays episode we talk with dutch high-stakes MTT pro Jans "Graftekkel" Arends on the back of his Triton wins in Vietnam where he took home close to 1.5 milion dollars. We cover the road he had to walk in order to get himself in the position to compete daily in some of the thoughest fields in the world. Enjoy!