Abby discussed her summer working with Poker News and how it allowed her to meet and become friends with many of her poker idols. She explained her content creation strategy and how her experience as a reporter interviewing players about their strategies helped her improve her own game by learning about different approaches and perspectives. Abby also discussed her journey to becoming a professional poker player and shared a hand she played with Stephen Chidwick. She analyzed her betting strategy and decision-making process, discussing the range of hands Chidwick could have and ultimately deciding to fold on the river to a shove. The group discussed the importance of having a plan and being able to adjust when necessary, as well as the psychology of bluffing and the social dynamics of poker. They also talked about what comes next for Abby and the importance of letting loose at a karaoke bar every now and then!
Jim announced the upcoming RecPoker Weekend and encouraged listeners to attend. He also mentioned a bounty placed on him by his friend and nemesis Phil in event number two and explained that only RecPoker members can participate. Chris Jones asked about becoming a member, and Jim explained that it’s free and easy to sign up.
Jim and John Somsky recognized the winners of several poker games and offered them prizes. They emphasized the importance of staying involved in the community and highlighted the correlation between engagement and success. Plus we give away a free prize at the end for folks in the YouTube chat. Join us LIVE on YouTube next Monday at 7:30 ET for free to ask our guests questions in real time, and you can win too!
Abby is active on Twitter as @abbypoker34 and on Instagram and TikTok as @abbypoker
We also go over this week’s home game results and discuss these topics:
How to help us out – https://rec.poker/support/
Home Games – https://rec.poker/homegame/
Go Premium! – https://rec.poker/premium/
Find our free videos at: http://youtube.com/c/RecPokerCommunity
Join the Discord group here: https://discord.gg/9aYSMCCfpv
Find more info on our sponsors at:
https://RunAces.com
https://WebsiteAMP.com
RecPoker is a vibrant and encouraging poker learning community. We are committed to learning the game, but our priority is building healthy relationships where we can not only grow in the game, but grow in our enjoyment of life. The free membership website at rec.poker is awesome, but it’s just a tool to help us build that community. You can join for FREE, giving you access to the groups, forums, and other member benefits. If you want to enjoy the premium content, or become part of the RECing Crew, those options are available, and you can get $10 off your first payment using the code RECPOKER. Music by Peter Troolin, [email protected].
00:16 | Welcome & Introduction |
02:43 | Introduction to Abby Merk |
04:05 | Abby defines her role in the poker world |
05:01 | Abby on how she got started in Poker News |
07:15 | The flexibility of being a player and a reporter at the same time |
12:45 | How Abby chose a platform to produce content |
17:05 | Doing interviews and reporting helps Abby’s game |
18:58 | Switching from being an amateur to a professional poker player |
22:19 | Importance of having a coach |
24:46 | Quick hand review with Abby |
54:19 | One thing Abby would do differently |
01:46:49 | John: Home Game Result updates |
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We also go over this week’s home game results and discuss these topics:
How to help us out – https://rec.poker/support/
Home Games – https://rec.poker/homegame/
Go Premium! – https://rec.poker/premium/
Find our free videos at: http://youtube.com/c/RecPokerCommunity
Join the Discord group here: https://discord.gg/9aYSMCCfpv
Find more info on our sponsors at:
https://RunAces.com
https://WebsiteAMP.com
RecPoker is a vibrant and encouraging poker learning community. We are committed to learning the game, but our priority is building healthy relationships where we can not only grow in the game, but grow in our enjoyment of life. The free membership website at rec.poker is awesome, but it’s just a tool to help us build that community. You can join for FREE, giving you access to the groups, forums, and other member benefits. If you want to enjoy the premium content, or become part of the RECing Crew, those options are available, and you can get $10 off your first payment using the code RECPOKER. Music by Peter Troolin, [email protected].
00:15 | Welcome & Introduction |
11:50 | Introduction to Deep Dive Player Reads |
14:09 | Chris presents the hand he played recently at Venom PKO |
17:41 | Starting with the pre-flop spot |
22:25 | Chris gives the context of his recent hand |
29:28 | How Chris uses his reading of other players |
33:00 | Reviewing the next hand and how the panel decides |
43:15 | Jim on HUD stats |
49:50 | What are the panel’s standards for Chris’ spot? |
56:50 | Chris’ last hand: a high-stakes tournament |
01:17:04 | Words of wisdom for the community |
01:25:25 | John: Home Game Result updates |
Plus of course we give away a free prize at the end for folks in the YouTube chat. Join us on YouTube next Monday at 7:30 ET for free to ask our guests questions in real-time, and you can win too!
Find out more about Troy at https://rec.poker/troychapman/
Find out more about Ben at https://rec.poker/bejamin/
We also go over this week’s home game results and discuss these topics:
How to help us out – https://rec.poker/support/
Home Games – https://rec.poker/homegame/
Go Premium! – https://rec.poker/premium/
RecPoker is a vibrant and encouraging poker learning community. We are committed to learning the game, but our priority is building healthy relationships where we can not only grow in the game, but grow in our enjoyment of life. The membership website at rec. poker is awesome, but it’s just a tool to help us build that community. You can join for FREE, giving you access to the groups, forums, and other member benefits. If you want to enjoy the premium content, or become part of the RECing Crew, those options are available, and you can get $10 off your first payment using the code RECPOKER.
02:43 | Welcome & Introduction |
04:14 | Introduction to Ben Enslow & Troy Chapman |
04:47 | Ben & Troy’s poker journey and background |
07:25 | What Ben & Troy drew to become members of the RECing Crew |
10:45 | Ben shares his journey in the Twitch world |
11:57 | The role of the community in poker |
14:32 | Chat: Troy, what sport did you play? |
16:03 | Goals in being part of the RECing Crew and poker game |
19:35 | Troy talks about what makes Mixed Game appealing |
21:20 | Troy & Ben on playing live in Las Vegas |
27:32 | Ben & Troy’s life outside the poker world |
33:48 | Something to improve in poker |
44:39 | John: Home Game Result updates |
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Ryan is active on Twitter as @ProtentialMN
We also go over this week’s home game results and discuss these topics:
How to help us out – https://rec.poker/support/
Home Games – https://rec.poker/homegame/
Go Premium! – https://rec.poker/premium/
RecPoker is a vibrant and encouraging poker learning community. We are committed to learning the game, but our priority is building healthy relationships where we can not only grow in the game, but grow in our enjoyment of life. The membership website at rec. poker is awesome, but it’s just a tool to help us build that community. You can join for FREE, giving you access to the groups, forums, and other member benefits. If you want to enjoy the premium content, or become part of the RECing Crew, those options are available, and you can get $10 off your first payment using the code RECPOKER.
00:08 | Welcome & Introduction |
00:42 | Introduction to Ryan Laplante |
01:24 | Poker is completely back to normal in Vegas! |
03:41 | How does Ryan decide which game to play in Vegas? |
09:35 | Ryan’s goal is to rank as the number one money winner in Minnesota |
11:29 | What’s new at Learn Pro Poker (LPP)? |
15:28 | The Independent Chip Model (ICM) explained |
19:15 | Ryan’s opinion and theory on the hand Chris posted on the forum |
37:44 | Players are using real-time assistance in their game |
42:02 | What’s next for Ryan: Grinding up live! |
51:26 | Ryan: Recommendations for players playing a mix of cash and tournaments |
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RecPoker is a vibrant and encouraging poker learning community. We are committed to learning the game, but our priority is building healthy relationships where we can not only grow in the game, but grow in our enjoyment of life. The membership website at rec.poker is awesome, but it’s just a tool to help us build that community. You can join for FREE, giving you access to the groups, forums, and other member benefits. If you want to enjoy the premium content, or become part of the RECing Crew, those options are available and you can get $10 off your first payment using the code RECPOKER.
0:02 | Welcome and Introduction |
03:37 | The latest updates about the seminars |
08:24 | New seminar format video clip |
13:51 | Steve talks more about Road Trips |
18:50 | Bringing a couple of tournaments back to Running Aces |
27:12 | Kim Kilroy shares a bit about her thoughts on the upcoming events |
28:09 | Steve on COVID restrictions at the casino |
31:37 | RecPoker Road Trips as a global and organic connections |
42:48 | John: Home Game updates |
49:55 | Rob: Book Study updates and announcements |
RecPoker is a vibrant and encouraging poker learning community. We are committed to learning the game, but our priority is building healthy relationships where we can not only grow in the game, but grow in our enjoyment of life. The membership website at rec.poker is awesome, but it’s just a tool to help us build that community. You can join for FREE, giving you access to the groups, forums, and other member benefits. If you want to enjoy the premium content, or become part of the RECing Crew, those options are available and you can get $10 off your first payment using the code RECPOKER.
01:27 | What is the latest news regarding the seminars? |
09:39 | What are the parts that Chris is excited about? |
12:25 | How Chris will choose who comes into the table. |
17:56 | Is there anything surprising about Turns and Rivers? |
19:58 | The distribution of bet sizes |
31:56 | John: Home Game results and updates |
RecPoker is a vibrant and encouraging poker learning community. We are committed to learning the game, but our priority is building healthy relationships where we can not only grow in the game, but grow in our enjoyment of life. The membership website at rec.poker is awesome, but it’s just a tool to help us build that community. You can join for FREE, giving you access to the groups, forums, and other member benefits. If you want to enjoy the premium content, or become part of the RECing Crew, those options are available and you can get $10 off your first payment using the code RECPOKER.
01:27 | Introduction to Chris Jones |
03:17 | What’s the news with Chris Jones? |
05:14 | What did Chris learn from one-on-one coaching? |
07:28 | Recommendation for Chris Jones’ experience |
16:40 | How would he advise the RecPoker nation about intentionality? |
21:44 | What has been the impact of COVID to his work? |
24:49 | What could be learn from Chris Jones’ podcast? |
27:55 | Chris’ tips for people who deal with social anxiety when going to play live poker |
43:31 | Rob: Book study updates |
53:33 | John: Home Game updates |