The Official Red Chip Poker Podcast

GTO Range Builder is a world-class poker tool for mapping out game theory optimal decisions. Today we sit down with Alex Sutherland, the creator of GTORB, to pick his brain on GTO and understand how his software helps poker players make better decisions. Get the links for GTORB and additional information at www.redchippoker.com/33

Do hands like 65s, A4s, and 97 get you a little excited, or alittle nervous? Doug Hull and Ed Miller lead today’s conversationand discuss the driving factors behind playing these handsprofitably. They go on to discuss the power and misconceptionsbehind small pocket pairs and explain why folding gutshots toooften is leaving money on the table. Nits beware!Get the shownotes at www.redchippoker.com/32

New players love to say "tight is right" - but nits take this to the extreme. James "SplitSuit" Sweeney spends this episode discussing why being a nit is a bad idea. Concepts include why nits have awful frequencies, why a lack of showdowns is a bad thing, and why nits actually become targets to good players. If you know any nitty players, make sure to share this episode with them as well! http://redchippoker.com/31

Doug Hull and Gareth James, expert poker coaches from redchippoker.com, share their insights on elevating your tournament game. They discuss strategies to ditch min-cashing and focus on winning, emphasizing aggressive play and optimal stack management. Listeners will learn about restealing tactics, push-fold strategies, and the importance of playing to maximize fold equity. With concepts like Nash Equilibrium, Hull and James equip players with the tools needed to transform their approach and improve their tournament outcomes.

Thinking about coming to Las Vegas for the WSOP? Doug Hull leads today's conversation to discuss ways to save money on your Vegas trip. Doug breaks down common travel costs, money-saving tactics, and what you need vs don't need in Vegas. If you want to keep more money in your bankroll and keep your trip under $2,000 - this episode is a must. http://redchippoker.com/29

Straddles are something that you are more likely to see in live poker games - but most players have zero idea what straddles really do to the game. James "SplitSuit" Sweeney explains what straddles are, what they do to the effective stakes and stacks, and gives 3 clear examples when straddling is a good idea. http://redchippoker.com/28

This is a very different episode for us. Doug Hull leads a discussion meant for a poker player’s love ones. If you are the spouse, girl/boyfriend, parent, etc. of a poker player – this episode is for you. Doug answers some of the common questions that loved ones have for poker players such as “is poker gambling?” “can you actually win at poker?” and “how should I talk to my loved one when they return from a poker session?”   If you are a poker player yourself, feel free to share this episode with anybody who cares about you but doesn’t quite understand your love for the game.   http://redchippoker.com/27

In this episode James “SplitSuit” Sweeney sits down with Red Chipper Matt Greco to chat about hand reading and other fun topics. Matt recently started studying The Hand Reading Lab and has been using it not only in his $1/$2 and $2/$5 cash games – but also in his transition to playing some online poker. The two discuss moving from full ring to 6max online, using HUD stats, and which player types to focus on when hand reading in live games. http://redchippoker.com/26

How many streets of value is your top pair worth? What about your medium strength hands? Ed Miller and Doug Hull sit down to discuss this topic to help you understand this crucial concept. If you are interested in more material like this, check out Ed's book "The Course" which you can find on Red Chip Poker. http://redchippoker.com/25

Steve "ChipXtractor" Catterson, a dedicated member of the Red Chip Poker community, shares his journey of balancing poker with a job, family, and a long commute. He discusses how to integrate poker into daily life while maintaining personal harmony. Steve reveals his strategic approach to scheduling poker sessions and highlights the importance of communication with loved ones. The conversation also touches on the life skills gained through poker, emphasizing the need for balance to prevent burnout and enhance overall well-being.