Watch the highlight reel of Ellix Powers' run at the $5,000 Limit-Hold'em Championship at the 2004 World Series of Poker. Ellix Powers had the whole table tilted! Watch the video
In Part 1 - AChen begins his review by analyzing his early and mid-stage play in four separate MTTs. Andrew focuses on making +EV decisions in close situations, playing during a rebuy period, and his rationale for making light squeezes, big re-raises, and consistently flopping the nuts. Watch the video
In Part 2 - AChen continues his look at both mid-stage and late stage play in the $109r on PokerStars and the $109 on Full Tilt Poker. Andrew analyses his Final Table play in the $109 Rebuy, and his early/mid stage play in the $150 FO / $109 on Full Tilt. Andrew discusses the importance of stack size dynamics, pushing +EV edges, and gives his approach for playing short-handed. Watch the video
In Part 3 - AChen finishes his deep runs in the $150 Freezeout on Full Tilt and $109 Rebuy on Full Tilt. Entering the Final Tables with sizable chip stacks - see how Andrew uses both his position and stack depth to resteal, and abuse shorter players. With more than $75,000 up for grabs, how will he finish? Watch the video
AChen sits down to review his Final Table play in the $109 Turbo [R/A] on PokerStars, while also playing in a $30 Rebuy on Full Tilt. Andrew discusses how he plays in Turbo tournaments, and how to best play with rapidly rising blinds. AChens gets down to Heads Up Can he book a big win? Watch the video
AChen plays several tournaments, while focusing on his Final Table play in the $21,000 GTD on Full Tilt. AChen enters the final table as the short stack, and focuses on picking steal/re-steal spots to build chips and stay alive. AChen also offers advice for playing in smaller stakes tournaments, and shows players how opening a wide range can be very profitable. Watch the video
Andrew reviews his late stage play in two $109 MTTs: Andrew focuses on steal/re-steal situations, and how to analyze close decisions. With several tough regulars at his table - Andrew discusses how best to pick your shoving spots and make a late Final Table run. Watch the video
AChen begins MTT Rewind with a review of his recent deep run in the PokerStars Sunday Million Tournament. Andrew goes hand-by-hand and reviews his decisions in depth. Part 1 looks at Early Stage play with deep stacks and a table of unknown opponents. Watch the video
AChen finishes his review of his deep run in the Sunday Million tournament. Andrew focuses on playing with 10-20 BBs and looking at specific push/fold decisions given his stack size. He also breaks down his suggested ranges in each spot for making various moves. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Ama0330 continues his analysis of a 4 table $25 NL session. Andrew focuses on solid fundamentals, and shows you what you can do to open your game up at this limit. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Andrew concludes his value-betting series at $25 NL by summarizing the key points made throughout the 3 video series. Andrew then finishes up analyzing his session at $25 NL - and summarizes the limit of $25 NL as a whole. Watch the video
Welcome to 'Falling Upwards' - a guide to 'Moving Up' in the Micro-Stakes. In Part 1- ama0330 provides players a framework for Moving Up - and then plays a session to help players looking to move up from both NL $5 and NL $10 Watch the video
In Part 2 - Andrew focuses on making the leap to $25 NL, and discusses how the stake differs from NL $10. ama0330 looks at important low stakes concepts such as: Dealing with semi-perceptive opponents, understanding 'scare cards' and - avoiding a 'busto Watch the video
In Part 3 - ama0330 steups up to $50 No Limit and discusses strategy for players looking to move up from $25 NL. Andrew compares the play from $25 NL to $50 NL, and teaches players how to adapt your winning strategies from NL $25 to NL $50. Watch the video
In Part 2, ama0330 continues his look at Poker Theory as it relates to the small stakes. Andrew teaches players how to best train your mind to approach the game - and uses a replayer to illustrate several key 6-max concepts. Watch the video
Grab your iPods! In Part 3 Andrew takes a look at hand combinitorics and equity distributions, and how learning and applying them can add a huge boost to your bottom line. Watch the video
Grab your iPods! In Part 4 Andrew takes dives into hand ranges - how to define them, how to caculate your odds of winning vs them - and how to accurately adjust them! Micro Stakes Players - This ones for you! Watch the video
To the Tables! In Part 5 Andrew jumps in for some live play - applying all the concepts we've convered in parts 1-4. Let's put theory into practice - with 4 tables of $50 NL Watch the video
To the Tables! In Part 6 Andrew continues his NL 50 live play review. Let's put equity calculations and range defining into work, and stack some fools. Take notes! Watch the video
Loose Aggressive Time! Andrew contrasts his last Live session by playing LAG, and showing how a 30% VPIP can be used with effective range reading to run over weak-tight and nitty players. 3 Betting Light, Thin Value, Crushing are all involved. Watch the video
Keeping up the aggression - Andrew continues his review of his 30 VPIP session at NL 50 6-Max on Stars. Ama0330 discusses how to take avantage of players who don't adjust well to pre-flop aggression, and exploit them by value betting thinly post-flop. Watch the video
Part 9 - Andrew concludes $50 NL analysis for playing Loose Aggressive and adjusting to overall dynamics. Ama0330 gives his concluding thoughts on the NL 50 level, and offers advice for future areas of study. Congrats - you've made it! Watch the video
Part 10 - The Home Stretch! Andrew takes a final theoretical look at NL $50 - and concepts to consider away from the table: Emotions, EV, Excelling at Poker. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Andrew looks at the fundamental theory behind 3-Betting: What 3-Betting is? Why we 3-Bet? And how it impacts the dynamic of small stakes games. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Andrew looks at the value 3-Bet, and teaches players the logic for 3-Betting your value hands. Andrew reviews various value 3-Bets he's made during a small stakes session, and how his image / dynamic / opposition have led him to get maximum value. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Ama0330 begins his analysis of key hands he's played at NL $25. Andrew focuses his review on flop and turn bet-sizes, that will allow you to manipulate the pot, and control your opponent's actions. Outplaying players is what he does best. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Ama0330 continues to analyze specific hands he's played at NL $25. Andrew looks specifically at forcing mistakes from your opponents, either by inducing them to make incorrect calls or by using deception and moving them off the best hand. Andrew focuses on: Button Play, Turning Hands Into Bluffs, and Pot Control. Dominating small stakes has never been this easy! Watch the video
In Part 3 - Ama0330 pulls out his database and picks out key hands to highlight to concepts of 'Forcing Mistakes' played at $50 No limit. Andrew looks at everything from Hero Calls to Hero Blufs to soul ownage to non-standard line variations. There's a little bit of everything needed to crush the micro stakes in here. Watch the video
Ama0330 continues to review a variety of bluffs from NL $50 to NL $200. Ama0330 looks at both bluffs in position and out of position, and how board texture, opponent type, hand range, and everything else works together to force them to click 'Fold'. Watch the video
Ama0330 goes in depth into bluffing at $100 No Limit, and looks spots to pick up pots off weaker regulars. Improving your Redline one play at a time! Watch the video
Ama0330 concludes his look at bluffing in the small stakes with a last round of Hand History reviews. Play focuses at $100 NL, with emphasis on bluffing aggressive players online. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Andrew begins his review of a 6-Tabling $50 No Limit session. Andrew begins his focus on beating $50 NL by focusing on developing reads on his opponents (No HUD!), and forming his own aggressive table image. With 6-Tables, the action is non-stop! Watch the video
In Part 2 - Andrew continues his review of a 6-Tabling $50 No Limit session. Andrew emphasis both 3-betting and 4-betting sizes, looking for good spots to use a Squeeze, and playing with an aggressive image. Andrew continues to play without a HUD and discusses how not using a HUD can drastically improve your game. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Ama0330 completes his review of his 6-Tabling session at $50 NL. Andrew uses his reads developed in earlier videos to make several thin value bets and bluffs. Andrew also speaks broadly about $50 NL strategy, and provides motivational advice for players hoping to reach $50 NL soon. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Ama0330 begins analyzing a 4 table session of $25 No Limit on PokerStars. Andrew focuses on a solid Tight Aggressive Strategy designed to help break-even players open things up and improve. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Ama0330 finishes his analysis of a 4 table $25 NL session. Andrew shows you how simple adjustments can lead to big improvements in your game. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Ama0330 introduces you to basic read-developing. Andrew shows you how to effectively take notes, and how to process information and make clear reads about your opponents game. Then - take the information and crush them. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Ama0330 takes note-taking to the next level. Andrew uses specific notes on his opponents to exploit their weaknesses and start building stacks. Watch the video
In Part 1, ama0330 builds a theoretical foundation for the Half Dollar series. Andrew looks at the mental aspect to poker - and gives players a new perspective on how to analyze your poker game. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Chris and Andrew review a 4 table session Chris played at $100 No Limit. Chris and Andrew take some time to discuss their general overview of the $100 NL, and break down what they think are the strengths and weaknesses of players at this limit. Focus: Value Betting, Hand Reading, Thinking in terms of a 'Range'. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Chris and Andrew finish their review of SavvyChris' 4 tabling $100 No Limit Session. Andrew and Chris toss around discussions about thin value-betting, maximizing value against fish, and difficult post-flop situations. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Chris and Andrew take a live look at $100 No Limit. They focus on building a hand range for your opponent, and how to proceed post flop in many different situations. Watch the video
Part 3 of "Start Thinking" - Ansky and SavvyChris explore the concept of playing in 3-Bet Pots, as the 3-Bettor. Powerpoint intro followed by hand reviews. Watch the video
Ansky sits down with PokerSavvy Plus member "KidA22" and plays 4 Tables of $1000 NL Heads Up. Ansky reviews the key hands that came up, and discusses the dynamics that come into play in a high-stakes heads-up match. Watch the video
Ansky continues his review of his $1000 NL Match vs PS+ Member: KidA22. Ansky reviews key hands and provides analysis of Kid22A's play - highlighting plays he both likes and dislikes. Action: 4 Tables - High Stakes HU. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Ansky Plays 4 tables of $2,000 No Limit and provides live commentary. Ansky plays several deep tables and several 100 BB tables, and discusses hand dynamics, opponent adjustments, and both beginner and advanced 6-Max theory. Watch the video
In Part 5 - Ansky takes a look at playing in 4-Bet Pot at High Stakes. Ansky reviews a variety of situations - from 5B bluff shoving to flatting OOP with deep stacks - and discusses the thought process for his decisions. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Ansky and Aejones replay Ansky's play at $1,000 NL deep. Ansky and Aejones look at playing at Ante tables, optimal lines when flopping giant, and compare both default and advanced strategies in various spots. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Ansky and Aejones switch seats, as they replay Aejones' play at $1,000 NL. Ansky and Aejones discuss various lines with marginal hands, range balancing on various boards, and outmaneuvering both regs and fish. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Ansky sits down for some high stakes 7 game mix, while being sweated by LearnedFromTV. Tom helps teach Dani some of the finer points of 7 game mixes, and how to play a bit of 'little bet' poker. Watch the video
Tony "Bond18" Dunst provides live commentary during his Monday MTT grind in the $30 Rebuy on FTP, the $109 on PokerStars, and the $220 Mini-Major on Ultimate Bet Watch the video
Bond18 breaks down strategy for the Early Stages of a tournament. Tony teaches his strategy for minimizing your mistakes early on, and capitalizing on deeper stacked play to exploit less talented opponents. Watch the video
In Part 2, Tony steps up the stakes, and analyzes Early Stage play at the mid-high stakes buy-in level. Tony compares playing against a table of tournament regulars versus a lower buy-in field full of casual players. Watch the video
In Part 1, Bond18 begins his play two hours into the tournament, and discusses strategy for turning your medium sized stack into a big stack and attacking weaker players. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Bond18 takes us near the bubble of the $30 Rebuy on Full Tilt. Tony teaches players how (with a little luck) to build up your chips, take detailed notes on your opponents, and make real-time adjustments. Final table - here we come! Watch the video
In Part 3 - Bond18 brings us down the home stretch as we begin play at the Final Table. Tony discusses his strategy when entering with a healthy chip stack, and what how he'll try to use aggression to bully weaker stacks. Watch the video
In Part 6 - Tony "Bond18" Dunst reviews member Youngun_AK $22 R/A deepstacked tourney on Full Tilt. Bond18 looks for pre-flop leaks, but puts most of his focus on bet-sizing and post-flop lines in tricky spots. Watch the video
In Part 7 - Tony "Bond18" Dunst reviews member Noori's $77 6-Max Tournament on PokerStars. Bond18 discusses pre-flop adjustments, continuation betting and sizing, and opportunities to pick on weaker players. Tony also emphasizes avoiding common 'leak' situations that low stakes players often find themselves in when playing with a bigger stack. Watch the video
In Part 8 - Tony "Bond18" Dunst completes his member review of JakeLaMotte's $70 Tournament. Bond18 picks up the action deep in the tournament and takes a detailed look at various shoving and re-shoving spots. The focus here is on survival, chip accumulation, and cEV decisions. Watch the video
Bond18 sits down for a Live recording, while playing the $25K and $33K GTD on Full Tilt. Tony sweats one tournament at a time, and pulls in interesting spots while he multi-tables 8 others. Tony discusses in depth about managing his stack size, spots to resteal, and making tough folds. Watch the video
Join Bond18 on an epic day, as he hits Final Table after Final Table while playing live! Part 1 looks at the $109 [R] on PokerStars and a $55 Nightly on UB. Tony looks at good and bad boards for continuation betting, as well as dealing with overly tight/passive tables. Watch the video
Bond18 continues his live play session of the: 33K GTD on Full Tilt, 109 [R] on PokerStars, and 10K GTD on UB. Tony focuses on his Final table play, and looks for spots to pick on the weaker opponents at his table and move up the pay scale. Watch the video
Bond18 finishes out his Live run with two consecutive Final Tables - the $10K GTD on Ultimate Bet, and the $33,000 [R/A] on Full Tilt Poker. Bond18 focuses specifically on short handed play, as he goes from 5 handed to Heads Up. Tony discusses his opening/calling ranges versus different opponent types, and how to attack the blinds of weaker players. Tony finally reveals his heads-up min-raising strategy, and how to play post-flop. Watch the video
Bond18 mixes stakes, playing an $11 Rebuy Tournament on PokerStars and the $109 6-Max Rebuy on Full Tilt. Tony discusses his different approaches when playing in lower stakes tournaments versus higher stakes, and gives advice to low stakes players on how to beat their games. Tony focuses on simple adjustments to make when playing against weak players, and shows how to quickly build a large stack and take down uncontested pots. Watch the video
Bond18 picks up the action where Part 1 left off - down to the last 3 tables in $109 [R/A] on Full Tilt, and Mid-Way through his $11 Rebuy tournament on PokerStars. Tony looks specifically at table dynamics, and discusses how his open raising ranges change based on who is in the blinds. Tony also looks at PokerStove when determining proper calling ranges. Watch the video
Bond18 begins a multi-part 4 table live Session, focuses on playing with 10-50 Big Blinds. Tony looks for spots to pick on other tournament regulars, and how to evaluate Flop and Turn situations with a short stack/pot ratio. Tournamet Buy-ins include: $11, $65, $109 Watch the video
Bond18 continues his Live session - focusing on End Game play. The action drops to 2 tables, while Bond looks at bubble situations, and how you should play with both big and short stacks. He also looks at re-steal spots, attacking weaker regulars, and avoiding common trap situations. Watch the video
Bond18 finishes his look at the End Game with Short-handed play. Tony looks at how your Stack size should determine your hand ranges, and when it's best to steal/resteal/ship huge holds. Watch the video
Bond18 Mixes High and Low Stakes while looking at Late Stage Play in the $109r and $30r on Full Tilt. Tony discusses variations in value-betting vs Regs and Non-Regs, and the best times to attack uncontested pots. Watch the video
Bond18 continues his live sweat of the $109r on PokerStars and $30r on Full Tilt. Tony looks at Bubble play, Attacking Regs, and Dealing with Tough Big Stacks. Watch the video
Bond18 concludes his look at Mid/Late game play with 40 BBs in the PokerStars Quarter Million and the $30r 6-Max on Full Tilt. Tony discusses the importance of making accurate reads. Tony also uses down time to review High Stakes MTT Hand Historys! Watch the video
Bond18 takes a look at Turbo MTTs as he reviews a recent win in a $109 Turbo on PokerStars. Tony uses PokerStove to look at different pre-flop shoving ranges, and when it's best to steal the blinds in a turbo tournament. Running good doesn't hurt either! Watch the video
Bond18 reviews his win in the Full Tilt $24 Rebuy for just over $8,000! Tony goes from the first hand of the tournament to last, and walks you through all his important decisions! Watch the video
Bond18 makes a 2 table live run in the $109 Rebuy on Full Tilt Poker and the $55 Rebuy on PokerStars. The action picks up as players near the bubble, and Bond18 discusses his strategies for: Playing with a large stack, Post-flop reads, Isolation ranges. Part 1 of 2 Watch the video
Bond18 pushes through the bubble and reaches the Final table of the $109 Rebuy on Full Tilt to fight for a $35,000 first prize. Check out Tony's strategy for playing at the Final Table - note his opening and restealing ranges, as well as his hand reading abilities. Part 2 of 2 Watch the video
In Part 2 - Christian continues his deep run in the $100 Rebuy on PokerStars. Christian focuses on Late game adjustments, and stack size considerations when playing with a Big Stack against a field of talented regulars. Watch the video
In Part 4 - Charder30 sits down to review PS+ member "bvm1975s" deep run in the $27,000 GTD on Full Tilt. Charder30 reviews bvm1975's play, and helps him learn to loosen up his play and gain an aggressive edge. Focus: Breaking out! Watch the video
Charder30 sits down for a High Stakes MTT live sweat. Christian discusses Early Stage play in a High Stakes MTTs, and how your play should differ when playing vs a table of tournament regulars, versus playing against more casual players. Watch the video
In Part 1, Charder starts us off with a Monday Sweat. Charder 2 tables the $1,000 Monday MTT and the $100 Rebuy on Full Tilt - discussing high stakes MTT play versus a table of talented regulars and key hands as they come up. Watch the video
Part 2 - Straight back to the felt. Charder30 multi-tables several mid-high stakes MTTs and discusses his strategic adjustments for playing in both standard MTTs, as well as prize seat tournaments. Can Christian luckbox a WSOP Main Event seat? Watch the video
Part 3 - Charder continues his Tourney grind begun in Part 2 and looks at deep play in both prize pool tourneys, and nightly MTTs. Charder focuses on effectively using his stack size to punish weaker players in the blinds, and restealing. Watch the video
Charder sits down for a high stakes live mult-table session. Christian plays several $1,000 tournaments filled with tough regulars, and explains how he plans on chipping up vs a table full of tough opponents. He also plays in a $109 tournament and focuses on a more straightforward, winning style. Watch the video
In Part 4 - Eddi reviews one of his student's play at $400 NL. With half of the games running deep, and half with 100 BB stacks, Eddi compares and contrasts Deep vs Non Deep games. Watch the video
Eddi is back with 4 tables of $400 No Limit on Full Tilt. Eddi focuses on Thin value plays, hand reading, and exploiting weak regulars.
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In Part 1 - Eddi reviews a $400 NL regular's play on Full Tilt, and points out different areas he sees where the player can improve. Concepts discussed include: Pre-Flop adjustments vs Pro Shortstackers, Dealing with Fish, Thin Value-Betting, Dealing with the levels of aggression at $400 NL. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Eddi looks at a 2p2ers $600 NL Play on Full Tilt. Eddi uses the play to demonstrate solid play at mid-stakes, and comments on how the Hero handles spots better than some other regulars do. There's still room for improvement though, and Eddi discusses: Deepstack Adjustments, Playing with History, Tough tables. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Eddi takes another look at a $400 NL'ers Play on Full Tilt. Eddi continues to stress the importance of: Table Selection, Opponent Adjustments, Ranges. At the end of the video - Eddi recaps the key points from the series, and gives advice to all MSNL players on how to break out and reach the high stakes. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Eddi teaches players how to effectively use the Check Raise when playing out of position. Eddi takes an in-depth look at CO/BTN vs Blind Situations, and teaches players what type of hands/boards to check-raise on and how to proceed post-flop. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Eddi teaches players when we should Check/Call when playing out of position. Eddi takes an in-depth look at CO/BTN vs Blind Situations, and shows how to best use the Check/Call to both set up future bluffs, and get marginal hands to showdown. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Eddi continues to look at concepts specific to Out Of Position Play: When to Check-Raise, When to Check-Call, and When to Check-Fold. Eddi looks specifically at mixing up your post-flop play given your image, stack sizes, and history. Finally, Eddi looks at good spots to 'Lead out' into the pre-flop raiser when OOP. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Eddi analyzes a user-submitted session at $400 NL and $600 NL Deep. Eddi discusses the differences between playing 100 and 200 Big Blinds deep - and analyzes many interesting hands that arise. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Eddi analyzes a user-submitted session at $400 NL Deep. Eddi continues to look at adjustments from 100 BB to 200 BB games, and points out areas where most TAG players may be making mistakes in their adjustments. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Eddi reviews the $400 NL Deep play of Plus admin SavvyChris. Eddi helps Chris plug leaks in his approach to Deep games, both by adjusting his ranges 200 BBs deep, and attacking opponents post-flop. Watch the video
In Part 1 - New PS+ Pro ElRazor breaks down PLO 20 online. ElRazor looks at everything from pre-flop decisions to game selection, and gives you the tools you need to succeed in your first shots at PLO. Watch the video
PS+ Legend 'EpicFoldGuy' introduces us to the popular concept of the 'Red Line' - and helps players recognize good spots to improve their winrate in non-showdown pots. Building your bottom line starts here. Watch the video
In Part 2 - EpicFoldGuy takes his theory to the felt - and discusses winning non-showdown pots while 4 tabling $50 NL. Epic focuses on taking advantage passive opponents, and shows players when to attack against an opponents weak range. Watch the video
In Part 3 - EpicFoldGuy sits down with PS+ member Mx210 to review his session at $25 NL. Bart-Jan helps mx210 identify some of the weak-tight areas in his game, and together they work on upping the aggression and taking down pots without showdown. Watch the video
In Part 1- EpicFoldGuy reviews his first element of a winning player: Hand-Reading. Epic looks at why developing hand-reading skills is so vital to your success as a player, and then puts theory into practice as he plays 2 tables of $50 No Limit. Watch the video
In Part 2 - EpicFoldGuy reviews his first element of a winning player: Hand Review / Player Tendencies. Epic applies his hand reading skills used in Part 1, and expands on them to include making reads against various player types. Put it all together... Watch the video
In Part 3 - EFG returns to the tables and applies the concepts of hand-reading, and analyzing opponent tendencies to crush $50 No Limit. Bart plays 2 tables on Full Tilt Poker, and uses his post-flop skills to play a Loose-Aggressive style, and run up some stacks.
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Evan sits down to review member HU member submitted Hand Histories and gives his advice for how best to play each situation. Evan gives advice on where each player may be making mistakes, and offers advice for fixing these mistakes. Bonus $5000 HU hand Watch the video
In Part 1 - Ex3cut1on starts off with reviewing a 2-table session at $400 NL vs an ABC regular. David discusses how to adapt your play when playing vs ABC opponents, and explains where we expect to profit vs this player type. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Ex3cut1on 2 tables a $400 NL regular on Full Tilt. David discusses making adjustments against an opponent who plays an ABC game, and won't adjust to you. David pauses to discuss big hands in detail, and sets up the dynamic for his future actions against his opponent. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Ex3cut1on concludes his look at $400 NL Heads Up with a final match against a 400 NL regular on PokerStars. David discusses the concepts of: Match Dynamics, Balanced Ranges, and Bluffing frequencies. As stacks get deeper, Ex3cut1on also looks at Deep Play, and how hand ranges should adjust. He conlcudes his session with advice for players new to Heads-Up players on where to begin, and how to start applying his Heads-Up strategy into their own games. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Execution reviews the $200 NL HU play of PS+ Member 'Standard_Deviance'. David analyzes how Standard_Deviance handles playing an overly nitty HU opponent, and discusses strategy concepts around: 3-Betting/4-Betting, C/R Bluffing, Thin value-betting, and image plays. Watch the video
Execution reviews the $100 NL HU play of PS+ Member 'Toony122'. David provides commentary and advice on a variety of concepts - from C/R bluffing to barreling for thin value. With an aggressive opponent, stack sizes constantly change in this match - and Execution provides some insight into deep stacked HU play. Watch the video
In Part 4 of "Aggressive 3-Bettors" - Andrew looks at 4-Betting Pre-Flop as a method for combatting Aggressive 3-Bettors. Andrew uses both lecture and a hand replayer to break down the strategy for 4-Betting Pre-Flop, both as a bluff and for value. Watch the video
Andrew drops down to $50 NL and demonstrates how to adapt the mid-stakes strategies he taught in "Mid Stakes Full Ring" to playing in lower stakes games. Andrew focuses on keeping decisions simple - and profiting from your opposition's mistakes. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Andrew discusses strategy differences between basic MTTs and Satellites, and emphasises the importance of survival. Andrew then recaps his Sattelite play in the Spring Championship Series of Online Poker. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Foucault discusses bubble play in a satellite tournament, and how your strategy should adjust once you've reached the bubble - it breaks - and end-game play begins. Play begins with 8 players left. How far will Foucault Go? Watch the video
In Part 1, Foucault plays 2 tables of High Stakes HU. Andrew plays two separate opponents at $1000 NL and $2000 NL and breaks down his theoretical approach for Heads-Up. Action takes place on Deep Tables! Watch the video
Andrew plays a $2,000 buy-in Multi Table Satellite tournament. Foucault compares MTT Satellites to STT satellites, and discusses the strategy differences between STT and MTT Satellites - notably how your approach to bubble play changes. Watch the video
In Part 4 - Andrew finishes his review of a $2,000 buy-in Multi Table Satellite tournament. Foucault looks at Satellite strategy approaching the 'Bubble', and how player and table dynamics should adjust. Watch the video
In Part 2, Foucault steps things back and takes a look at HU theory and considerations when playing various opponents. He then begins his analysis of a $1,000 NL Match. Watch the video
In Part 3, Foucault continues his analysis of a $1,000 NL Match vs a Solid regular at High Stakes. Andrew continues to compile information on his opponents play-style, which he'll use later to make adjustments and (hopefully) crush the compeition. Watch the video
In Part 4, Andrew updates his reads on his opponent, gopheresque, and returns to the table to continue his $1,000 battle. As our reads improve - how will Foucault adjust? Watch the video
In Part 5, Foucault ups the agression, as the action picks up. Big bluffs, thin value, and mid-way through - 4 tables. See how the reads we developed in earlier episodes come into play as the session continues. Watch the video
In Part 6, Foucault concludes his epic match versus Gopheresque, with some final session commentary - and a review of how the reads we built through this series have played out. Andrew concludes with a final HU overview / concept lesson. Watch the video
Part 1 - Foucault plays 2 tables of $1,000 NL Deep with Antes. Andrew gives his theoretical overview for adjusting to both deep games and ante tables, and then provides live commentary as he plays. Watch the video
Grab the iPod! - In Part 1, Foucault looks at the Story of Tighty McNuts and Floppy McSetterson, as he explores the Theoretical concepts of: Pre-flop Play, Mixing Up Your Range, and Range Selection. Watch the video
Foucault plays 4 tables of $400 NL on Full Tilt and dicusses the importance of position: How to use it, how to abuse it, and you can be abused by it. Andrew looks for spots where most MSNL players misplay their hands OOP, and how to take advantage of it Watch the video
In Part 1 - Andrew begins our HU lesson with an introduction into the concepts of: "Showdown Value", "Pot Equity" and "Fold Equity". He then begins a 2-tabling match vs a PS+ member at $200 NL. Watch the video
Part 2 - Foucault plays both 6-Max and HU on two $1,000 NL Deep with Antes. Andrew discusses his early impressions of deep games, and how he recommends players used to playing with 100BB stacks make the transition to deeper-stacked play. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Andrew begins to break down his opponents game, and looks to gain insight based on the lines his opponent takes in various spots. Foucault concludes the video with an in-depth look at Flop and Turn adjustments vs his opponent's play style. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Foucault and EFG review 4 tables of EFG's play at NL $400 and NL $600 - and dicuss how EpicFoldGuy can use his very aggressive image to punish more competent opponents. Topics include: Bluffing ranges, Playing Monster hands, and Aggressive Post-Flop Play. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Foucault and EFG continue to review EFG's Midstakes play. Stacks begin to get deeper, and EFG begins to get LAGGIER, so Foucault has his work cut out in finding spots to step things back. Concepts: Adjusting with History, Hand Ranges, Alternative lines / betsizes. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Foucault looks at post-flop adjustments, and how he's going to adjust to his opponents aggressive playstyle. Andrew references previous plays, and how your earlier dynamic / reads will impact later decisions. Altikos is a talented $200 NL opponent, so Foucault discusses playing versus a solid, thinking player.
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In Part 3 - Foucault and EFG conclude their 6-Max MSNL review with 4 table commentary on EFG's play. Foucault focuses on post-flop adjustments given EFG's image, and has several recommendations for selecting hands to defend with. They conclude with an analysis of MSNL play, and suggestions where smaller stakes players can work to improve and move up. Watch the video
In Part 4 - Foucault concludes his HU session with Altikos, and reviews key concepts to beating small stakes HU. Foucault also analyzes several important concepts that low stakes players should add to their game: Taking advantage to your opponent's tendencies, Thinking in terms of ranges, Post-Flop adjustments. Watch the video
Foucault plays 4 tables of $400 NL on PokerStars and dicusses his approach to MSNL in today's games. Foucault focuses on: Light 3-Betting, Hand Reading, and choosing ranges to play back at your opponent with. Hitting set after set doesn't hurt either! Watch the video
In Part 1 - Foucault begins with a Blind Man's Bluff introduction, as he 2 tables $100 No Limit without looking at his cards. Foucault discusses how board texture, hand ranges, and opponent types allow him to bluff raise flops, raise in position, and win uncontested pots. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Foucault continues his analysis of 100 NL play without looking at his cards. Andrew discusses how dynamic and previous history will impact his decisions against both passive and aggressive opponents. He discusses how a combination of board texture and his opponent's hand range make it profitable to play without actually seeing his cards. For players interested in increasing their non-showndown winnings - Andrew has a few suggestions.
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In Part 3 - Foucault finishes his analysis of his $100 NL session without looking at his cards. Foucault discusses the conceptual concepts you should take away from this series, including: Positional awareness, Post-flop hand reading, Opponent types and board dynamics. He concludes with a session review in PokerTracker to analyze his session and point out spots where he successfully made money without looking at his cards. Watch the video
Foucault reviews 2 table action in both the $1,000 WCOOP Event, and the $535 2 Day Event. Play begins in both the mid/late stages of both tournaments - with Foucault holding between 20-30 BBs. Sitting at a table full of all professional players, Foucault discusses what adjustments you must make to your game when competing with the best. Watch the video
Grab the iPod! - In Part 2, Foucault returns with more adventures of Tighty McNuts and Floppy McSetterson, as he explores the Concepts of: 3-Betting and 4-Betting Dynamics. Watch the video
Foucault jumps into today's MSNL games with 6 tables live of $400 No Limit on PokerStars. Andrew discusses his strategy for playing in today's MSNL games, and how to both combat and defend against aggressive regulars. With 6 tables, Andrew works himself into many interesting spots. Watch the video
Foucault continues his look at MSNL while 6-Tabling $400 NL live. With decent history built up with several opponents, let the leveling wars begin! Andrew also takes a look at some deep stack situations, and how he adjusts his play accordingly. Watch the video
Designed for the iPod - Foucault breaks down everything there is to know about "Equity" in poker. From "Pot Equity" to "Pot Odds" - Andrew teaches players what "Equity" is, and how to use when making decisions in a hand. This extremely informative video is a must watch for all small stakes players, and those new to online poker training. Watch the video
Foucault takes an 'advanced' look at a basic skill: Note Taking. Andrew provides an advanced system for note taking, and shows players what type of information you should be writing down about your opponents. He then applies his note-taking strategy while playing 2 tables of $400 No Limit on PokerStars. Watch the video
Foucault takes a look at Omaha - 8's or Better, while playing two PL0 8 Final Tables Live. Andrew discusses some basic comparisons between Omaha and Texas Hold'em, and discusses his Final Table strategy for accumulating chips, and avoiding common trap situations. Watch the video
Foucault dives into Heads Up play in his Omaha Hi/Lo debut. Andrew looks at various strategies when playing heads-up, including Open Limping, 3-Betting, and dealing with 'Danglers'. Andrew also shows you how to quickly calculate your equity in Hi/Lo using an equity calculator. Andrew skips on an option to 'chop', and battles it out for the tournament title. Watch and see if he can book a win! Watch the video
Foucault goes on deep run in a recent $100,000 GTD 6-Max Tournament on Full Tilt Poker. Action begins with two tables left, and quickly gets down to the Final Table. Andrew provides live commentary on his play, and discusses his strategy for playing against tough online regulars at a Final Table. With deeper stacks, there's much more than push/fold poker left to play - watch Andrew use his post-flop edges to dominate the table. Watch the video
Down to 3 players in the Full Tilt $100k GTD, Foucault looks at shorthanded play in a high stakes tournament setting. Foucault discuss everything from mixing up his play, to short-handed adjustments. Watch the video
Grab the iPod! - In Part 3, Foucault returns with more adventures of Tighty McNuts and Floppy McSetterson. This Episode looks at: Raising Your Opponents Flop Continuation Bet Watch the video
Foucault does a 2009 Year in Review of his 6-Max Play at 10/20. Andrew reviews some of the biggest pots he won and lost over the year, and discusses both the interesting and difficult spots he faced. Watch the video
Foucault does a 2009 Year in Review of his 6-Max Play at 10/20. Andrew looks at his biggest losses in 2009 - and discusses both interesting and difficult post-flop decisions. Watch the video
Foucault takes a look at the "3 Barrel Bluff". Andrew reviews some of his biggest bluffs in recent history, and walks you through his strategy for bluffing. Andrew explains how board texture, hand ranges, and stack sizes all play a part in deciding whether you should fire all 3 streets. Watch the video
Foucault plays 4 tables of $400 NL Live on PokerStars. Foucault looks at good spots to double/triple barrel, how to evaluate your opponents range, and when it's best to trap. Watch the video
Foucault looks at some of the biggest 6-Max and HU pots he played in January 2010. Deep Stacks, Big Bluffs, Gin Rivers - Foucault has it all! Watch the video
Foucault reviews tough spots at $5/$10 and higher he played during the month of January. High Stakes hand histories broken down street by street by a top pro. Enjoy! Watch the video
Foucault takes a look at the Pro Shorstacker, and what you can do to counter their style. Andrew reviews several sessions at 10/20 and 25/50 where he exploits the pro-shortstacker! Watch the video
In Part 1 - Tom "LearnedFromTV" takes us on a MTT Journey! Tom recaps 6 High Stakes Sunday MTTs - from the Sunday Million to the PLO Stars Rebuy. Tom talks advanced strategy in various points in a MTT as he goes over EV decisions. Watch the video
Tom "LearnedFromTV" plays both Limit and No Limit Omaha, Hold'em, Stud, Draw and more - and teaches players how to succeed in many of the lesser-played variants of poker. The action takes place with 2 tables of $20/40 on PokerStars Watch the video
Tom "LearnedFromTV" Chambers sits down to do what he does best: Play 'Table Captain' and Crush Mid Stakes PLO. LFTV hops on 4 tables of $200 PLO and plays an aggressive 3-betting style, and demonstrates strategies for running over weaker competition. Watch the video
In Part 1 - LearnedFromTV introduces his 'PLO Fundamentals' series and teaches you Core Concepts to understanding PLO. Tom provides a theory lecture to introduce players to PLO - and provides baseline concepts that will be built on throughout the series. Watch the video
Mike "SirWatts" Watson and Tom "LearnedFromTV" Chambers settle up for some Heads-Up PLO. Tom and Mike use deep Sit N' Go PLO tables to best illustrates Heads-Up PLO concepts. Audio from both players and dual exposed hole cards provided. Watch the video
In Part 2 - LearnedFromTV takes a look at pre-flop strategy, and provides you his criteria for deciding what hands to play, and what hands not to play. Grab your notepad - there's a LOT of content here! Watch the video
In Part 1, LearnedFromTV looks takes an in-depth look at Seven Card Stud Hi/Lo. Tom plays 1 table of 30/60 and discusses both basic and advanced strategy for these limit games. Watch the video
In Part 1 - LearnedFromTV plays 4 tables of $400 PLO and discusses his play live. LFTV takes the theory built upon in PLO Fundamentals and puts it into action. Watch the video
In the next installment - LearnedFromTV takes a look at CAP games - and discusses the adjustments that need to be made when playing with 40 BBs effective. Action takes place at $2/$4 - $5/$10 on four 6-Max tables. Watch the video
LFTV returns to the tables for $400 PLO 6-Max Live. Tom looks at competing vs PLO's Midstakes regulars, and gives advice for general areas of improvement. LFTV looks at equity calcs vs ranges, and avoiding simple leaks weaker players often have. Watch the video
LFTV continues his recent $400 PLO live Session on Stars. He elaborates on game dynamic, and how previous history with an opponent should influence your betting lines later on. Watch the video
In Part 1 - LearnedFromTV walks us through the basics of the 'Step' tournament structure, and provides us a basic strategy for beating Level 1. Tom discusses how the payout structre of the Step Tournament should impact your poker decisions. Enjoy. Watch the video
LearnedFromTV plays 4 tables of $600 and $1,000 PLO on PokerStars. Tom discusses game dynamic and playing versus a table full of regulars, and how levels of aggression change as you move up from small stakes to mid stakes. Watch the video
In Part 2 - LearnedFromTV moves up to Step Level 2 ($25+2). Tom compares the pay structrues from Level 1 - and how our play will differ as a result. Tom compares the skill of Level 1 and Level 2 opponents, and provides a solid strategy to advance to Level 3. Watch the video
LearnedFromTV plays 4 tables $400 and $600 PLO and breaks down difficult post-flop situations against talented mid-stakes regulars. Concepts include: Strong draws in multi-way pots, Bluffing with Blockers, Variance.
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In Part 3 - LearnedFromTV moves up to Step Level 3 ($75+7). Tom compares the pay structrues from Level 2 - and how our play will differ as a result. Tom compares the skill of Level 1-3, and provides a solid strategy to advance to Level 4. Watch the video
LearnedFromTV reviews his play in the September 2009 WCOOP 8-Game MTT, and also plays a $20/$40 Mixed Cash Game. The 8 Game features 8 differentforms of poker, and Tom walks you through how to play each variant in a tournament setting. Tom explains how important managing his chip-stack is when playing both the limit and no limit gametypes. Watch the video
LearnedFromTV picks up the action 2 hours into the $300 PLO [R/A] and $200 Second Chance PLO Tournament. LearnedFromTV focuses on Deep Stacked PLO tournament play, as he finds himself with 250+ Big Blinds and tons of room to play post-flop. Tom provides an in-depth analysis for all of his plays, and explains how he adjusts his play based on stack sizes and opponent types. Watch the video
LearnedFromTV plays 4 tables $400 PLO Full Ring Live. Tom discusses the differences between 6-Max PLO and Full Ring, and what adjustments players need to make. LFTV covers a variety of topics crucial to beating today's Mid Stakes games - including: Multi-way pots, Limping and Isolation. Watch the video
LearnedFromTV plays 3-4 tables of $5/$10 CAP PLO. Tom discusses basic adjustments players need to make when playing CAP PLO. Tom discusses adjustments to your Pre-flop hand ranges, and post-flop decisions when playing with a small Stack-to-pot Ratio. Watch the video
LearnedFromTV plays 2 tables of $400 Heads Up PLO live. Tom discusses his approach to HU PLO - and how to adjust to your opponent's ranges and pick apart their game. Watch the video
LearnedFromTV plays 4 tables of $100 and $200 PLO on Full Tilt with Antes. Tom discusses how Antes and deep stacks affect everything from Pre-flop hand ranges to playing in 3B pots. A must see for SSNL / MSNL PLO players. Watch the video
In Part 3 - LearnedFromTV teaches you everything you need to know about Combinatorics in PLO. Tom breaks down how hand combos are counted, and how different hands / boards create different ranges for you and your opponent. Watch the video
In Part 4 - LearnedFromTV dives into PLO Equity. Tom comes everything from Equity calculations to common hand matchups - and shows you how to check your equity in common PLO hand matchups. It's all about getting your money in good! Download Excel Spreadsheet Watch the video
In Part 5 - Tom concludes his PLO Fundamentals series with a look at board texture. Tom shows you how to evaluate different flops, and determine which flops are most likely to improve which hands. Watch the video
Welcome Mike "SirWatts" Watson! - PokerSavvy Plus' newest core professional as he walks you through a recap of a mulit-table $5/10 Pot Limit Omaha Session. Mike breaks down key PLO concepts, and explains how they differ from NLHE. Watch the video
In Part 3 - MJW continues his analysis of mistakes HU-SNGS while playing several mid stakes live turbos. Matt discusses how his play and strategy will differ in these than traditional HU-SNGS. Play occurs at both the $55 and $109 Level on Full Tilt Poker Watch the video
Matt deviates from live play and takes a look at several matches played against fish at the $200 buy-in level. Matt explains the importance of consistently beating fish, as they make up a big part of our overall winrate. MJW shows you several unique lines you can use against fish to take maximum advantage of them. Eaaaasy game! Watch the video
Matt finishes up his look at playing against fish as he reviews several matches played against the same opponent at the $200 buy-in level. Matt explains how you should vary everything from Pre-flop raise sizing to Continuation betting frequency based on your opponents tendencies. Matt teaches us you how to pick up on your opponents biggest tells, and exploit them to the maximum! Watch the video
Welcome Matt "MJW006" Wakeman in his debut video series: "Printin Money" - An introduction into Heads-Up Sit N' Gos! In Part 1 - Matt introduces us to the world of HU-SNG's - and teaches players an introductory strategy to beating small/mid limit HU SNGs Watch the video
In Part 2 - MJW006 dives in to mid-stage play during Heads-Up Sit N' Gos. Matt breaks important concepts for playing in the mid-stages, when stacks decreaes and blinds increase. Matt finishes his discussion with a 2 table live video, focused on the Mid Watch the video
In Part 3 - MJW006 picks up right where part 2 left off - Analyzing Mid-Game HU-SNG play live as he plays 2 separate opponents Heads Up. MJW006 focuses on adjusting to increasing blind levels, and how our play should change as stacks sizes change. Watch the video
In Part 4 - MJW006 takes a look at end-game play, and how using "Nash Equillibrium" can help you dominate the short-stack situations you find in end-game HU Sit N' Gos. Watch the video
In Part 1 - MJW006 provides us an overview of Low Stakes SNGs. Matt discusses why they're so profitable, basic strategies to winning, and player types. Matt then plays several SNGs and discusses how using basic hand ranges leads to walking over the weak Watch the video
In Part 2 - MJW006 moves up to the $10 HU-SNG. Matt discusses the expected changes in play when moving up - and then jumps in with 3 separate HU-SNG Matches - teaching basic betting strategy and hand reading. Watch the video
In Part 3 - MJW006 moves up to the $20 HU-SNG. Matt recaps the level of play at the lower stakes, and makes his adjustments for the $20 level - and then jumps in with 3 separate HU-SNG Matches. MJW also discuss: Bankroll management and shot taking. Watch the video
In Part 1 - MJW006 fires up powerpoint for a theoretical look at Mid Stakes HU-SNGS. Matt focuses on: Player Types, Betting Lines, and responding to your opponents play. Matt reviews several interesting HU spots players often find themselves in, and helps you sort through the mess! Watch the video
In Part 2 - MJW006 takes to the tables to put his HU-SNG teachings to the test. Matt plays several Mid Stakes HU-SNGs versus solid regulars, and discusses how various post-flop lines can help you exploit your opponents. Matt also looks at how his shoving range will vary based on the talent of his opponent once the blinds get high. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Noah concludes his in-depth hand reviews at $200 NL - and discusses individual hands that arise while multi-tabling. Noah breaks down all the interesting spots he encountered over a 90 minute 6-Max session, and explains his thought process. Watch the video
In Part 1 - NoahSD reviews "oilbarrel" 200 NL session on iPoker, and goes over different key hands throughout the session that he thinks "oilbarrel" plays well, and some spots there is room to improve. Watch the video
In Part 2 - NoahSD reviews "Standard Deviance" $200 NL session on PokerStars. Noah picks out key hands throughout the session that he thinks "Standard Deviance" plays well, and adds some advince for non-standard lines to maximize value. Watch the video
In Part 3 - NoahSD reviews PS+ member: Crussty's play at $100 NL. Noah again breaks down the good, bad and the ugly - and analyzes everything from limped pot play to jamming monster draws. If you are a TAG trying to break out of SSNL - Help is here. Watch the video
In Part 4 - NoahSD reviews PS+ member: Jaglawson's play at $100 NL. Noah again breaks down the good, bad and the ugly - and analyzes everything from range balancing to hand combinitorics. More solid TAG foundation - more SSNL crushing - Enjoy Watch the video
In Part 2 - Noah takes at look at $400 No Limit 6-Max. Noah compares play at $400 NL from $200 NL, and gives his take on what adjustments $200 NL players need to make when making the leap up. What better way to learn than with Live play? Watch the video
In Part 3 - Noah moves up to $600 No Limit 6-Max. Noah compares play at $600 NL from $400 NL, and breaks down how difficult 3/6 really is. Noah talks about playing vs tables of regulars, and how to make adjustments to beat tables full of regs. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Noah takes a look at $200 NL by reviewing the play of PokerSavvy's own: SavvyChris. Noah discusses now $200 NL differs from the other stakes, as he breaks down Chris' countless errors and morphs him into a better player. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Jeremy begins with a HH review of several HH's played at $100 NL, and contrasts how hands play out differently in Full Ring situations versus 6-Max. He then reviews a 4-table session of $100 NL Full Ring, and provides a detailed hand review, both comparing and contrasting how opponent types would react differently in a 6-Max seting Watch the video
In Part 2 - Jeremy flips perspectives and plays 4 tables of $100 NL 6-Max. Jeremy focuses on the differences between Full Ring and 6-Max, but looks at things from a 6-Max player's perspective. Jeremy also takes an in-depth look at several hands in a replayer, and discusses spots he sees players often confused by. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Jeremy uses a mix of Hand History replays and live play to show players the best approach to $100 No Limit Full Ring. Jeremy explains how play styles in Full Ring differ from 6-Max, and gives advice to players making the transition on how to adjust. A must see for all small stakes 6-Max and Full Ring players. Watch the video
Jeremy plays 4 tables of $50 No Limit while discussing 3-Betting, Table Selection, and Bankroll management. Jeremy focuses on small tweaks to your game that can improve your winrate. Watch the video
Oldschool looks at 'Betsizing' - as he reviews several interesting $100 NL hand histories, and then reviews a 4-table session of $100 NL on PokerStars Watch the video
In his PS+ Debut, Jake "PSUTennis" Toole provides live commentary on his deep/end-game strategy in several online MTTs: $30r on Stars / $50r on Stars / $50r on Full Tilt. Jake focuses on his approach to steal/resteal situations, and how your steal decisions should change based on stack sizes / opponent types. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Chris plays 4 tables of $25 No Limit 6-Max live and provides an overview for the Building the Basics V2 Series. Important topics that will be covered include: Adapting in and out of position, Hand reading, Game Selection, Planning your Hand. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Chris does a $25 No Limit 6-Max hand history review of a PS+ members submitted hands. Chris picks out key hands he thinks illustrate mistakes commonly made by small stakes players, and uses the hands as a teaching tool for beating the micro stakes. Concepts: Pre-flop mistakes / Value-betting / Over-representing Your hand. Watch the video
In Part 4 - Chris plays four tables of $25 No Limit Live and helps players develop a solid tight-aggressive style. Chris also covers the concepts of: Bet sizing, Hand Reading, and Position. Watch the video
In Part 5 - SavvyChris sits down with PokerSavvy+ Member "Knife Rusty" as they tackle 4 tables of NL $25 Live on PokerStars. Chris and Rusty discuss play at NL $25 in today's games, and help plug several leaks in Rusty's game. They also discuss many important concepts that low stakes players often struggle with: Thin Value Betting, Bankroll Management, Hand Reading, and Hand Reviews. Watch the video
In Part 6 - SavvyChris plays 2 tables of $25 NL Live and looks at playing without a HUD. Chris focuses on dealing with 3-Bets, Playing Post-flop, and Reading your opponent's hand range. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Chris plays two tables of $25 No Limit Live and focuses on several fundamental concepts: Continuation Betting, Hand-Reading, and Straightforward play. Simple solutions to beat small stakes. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Siola begins his review of his Sunday Million tournament win on PokerStars. Part 1 focuses on Early stage play, starting with 200 BBs. Sam discusses building a chip stack against the weaker players at your table, and how to approach basic pre-flop raising decisions with deep stacks. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Siola continues his review of his Sunday Million tournament win on PokerStars. Part 2 focuses on Mid-Late Stage Play - often between 15-50 BBs. Sam shows his approach for Mid-Late Push/Fold Strategy. Attacking EP opens, Stealing from UTG, and Playing Post-flop are the focus. Watch the video
Siola picks up as the action moves into the Late Stages of the Sunday Million. Focus here is on: Stealing / Re-Stealing, Playing with 20-40 BBs, Calling/Shoving ranges. Watch the video
Siola concludes his review of his Sunday Million win for $185,000. Action quickly makes its way down to the Final Table, as Sam breaks down his approach to short-handed play, and eventually Heads Up. Watch the video
In Part 4, SirWatts moves up to $5,000 PLO on PokerStars. Now that we've reached the top - SirWatts discusses strategy adjustments for playing against top online professionals. Mike discusses how variance can play a role in your decisions. Watch the video
SirWatts joins the MTT Lesson crew, bringing us his perspective on tournament play. Mike reviews his play in 4 high stakes MTTs on various sites, and walks us through his approach to early game play. SirWatts focuses on chip accumulation, and avoiding common trap spots that lower stakes players often fall into, which can cause problems later as the blinds get bigger. Watch the video
SirWatts sits down live during his deep run in several events during the Sept 2009 WCOOP on PokerStars. Mike takes the chip lead in several tournaments, and discusses his approach to big stack poker. Concepts include: Bubble Play, Playing Vs. Regulars, Big Stacking, Short Stacking, and more. Part 1 of 2. Watch the video
SirWatts picks up his analysis of his play during several events in the Sept 2009 WCOOP on PokerStars. Mike continues his analysis of both playing with a big stack, and dealing with fields of tough regs. Part 2 of 2. Buy-ins: [$1,000 / $300 / $150] Watch the video
SirWatts multi-tables 4 tournaments across 3 sites, including $109 [R] on PokerStars and $215 [45k GTD] on Party Poker. Mike picks up the action in the mid-late stages of each tournament and discusses playing with a stack size in the 20-30 BB range. Focus on: Re-stealing, Calling ranges vs short stacks, Running good! Watch the video
SirWatts continues his multi-tabling review of his deep run in the $109 Rebuy on PokerStars, $215 on Party Poker, and $162 on Full Tilt. Mike looks specifically at playing in the 'mid stages' of tournaments, and teaches players how to re-steal with a 20-30 big blind stack! Mike explains how he uses Position, Opponent types, and Recent history to make his re-steal decisions. Watch the video
SirWatts concludes his 3 video tournament series on the $109 / $215 tournaments on Party Poker and PokerStars. Action begins with the Final Table on Party Poker, and late game action on PokerStars. Mike focuses on cEV decisions with 20 BBs at a Final Table - looking at the best times to shove, fold and re-steal. With a $13,000+ pay day for first place, watch and see how Watts does! Watch the video
Mike 'SirWatts' Watson sits down to recap the final 2 tables of the $500 AP Saturday Major. SirWatts describes how to abuse opponents who don't make correct adjustments in late game tournaments. Watch the video
In Part 1, SirWatts plays 4 tables of PLO $600 over multiple sites, and disccuses strategy considerations for playing $3/$6. Mike discusses how he expects mid-stakes regulars to differ from higher stakes regulars, and how he adjusts his mid stakes play. Watch the video
Mike "SirWatts" Watson and Tom "LearnedFromTV" Chambers settle up for some Heads-Up PLO. Tom and Mike use deep Sit N' Go PLO tables to best illustrates Heads-Up PLO concepts. Audio from both players and dual exposed hole cards provided. Watch the video
In Part 2 - SirWatts moves up to PLO $1,000. Mike compares PLO $600 to $1,000, and discusses how his play and strategy differ as the stakes get higher. Better regulars, tougher tables, and new adjustments to be made. Watch and find out how! Watch the video
In Part 3, SirWatts moves up to $2000 PLO on PokerStars. Mike discusses how how high stakes PLO differs from the lower stakes, and how one needs to adjust when playing versus solid professional regulars. Chips should be flying! Watch the video
In Part 1 - Tommy introduces players to the 45 Man Sit N' Go. Tommy breaks down: The Pay Structure, Basic Player Types, Basic Strategy Approach, and Pre-flop Considerations. Play continues until then 1-2 table bubbles. Part 1 of 4. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Tommy finishes out his first round of 45 Man SNGs. Tommy makes deep runs in several $5 and $12 45-Man SNGs, and discuss optimal late game strategy. See how Tmoney handles a variety of stack sizes and situations when making cEV decisions. Watch the video
TMoney0209 reviews the 4-Table play of PokerSavvy+ member 'BikerRune'. TMoney focuses on hand selection pre-flop, when and how to re-steal pre-flop, and how to play well in position. Watch the video
Tmoney takes a look at a Low Stakes 90 Man Sit N' Go played by Plus Member and PokerStars Player "All In Always". Tommy focuses on plugging basic leaks seen in small stakes players, and discusess pre-flop raise sizing, bet sizing, and turn/river decisions. Tommy takes us from the first hand to the last, discussing the plays he likes, and the plays he dislikes. Watch the video
Tmoney reviews a 6 table $6.50 45-Man SNG session for PS+ Member 'SosMsos'. TMoney focuses on SNG Leak Plugging: Evaluating Flop Textures, Improving Late Game Decisions, ICM calculations, Gain an edge over less-thinking opponents. Watch the video
TMoney begins his new Step SNG series with a look at Steps 1 and 2. Tommy gives you an overview for each step, and then reviews Sit N' Go wins at Step 1 and Step 2, walking you through his pre-flop and post-flop decisions. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Tmoney0209 brings us into the Sit N' Go World with an introduction to SNG theory. Tommy explains his overall strategy for each stage of the tournament, and provides insight on the areas where he thinks you can gain an edge on your opponents. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Tmoney0209 looks at adjusting for the mid/late game Sit N' Gos. Tommy looks at Push/Fold and ICM strategies, and teaches you an optimal strategy for both pushing and calling all-ins. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Tmoney0209 puts everything we've covered together for a multi-table SNG session. Tommy looks at early play, mid stage play, and late-game ICM decisions in showing how to conquer a Sit N' Go from the first card deal to the last! Watch the video
In Part 1 - Tmoney0209 Reviews a SNG from Start to Finish, and stops at important Push/Fold situations to analyze the math behind what we should do. Tommy shows you how making solid Push/Fold decisions can lead to crushing your weaker opposition. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Tmoney0209 players 4 Sit N' Go Tournaments and takes special notes on ICM decisions. He then uses SNG Wizard to review the key ICM spots and explains his logic for pushing / folding / calling all-ins. Watch the video
In Part 3 - Tmoney0209 looks at 6-Max Sit N' Go Tournaments and shows how your strategy should adjust from 9-handed play. Tommy multi-tables SNGs, and then uses SNG Wizard to review the key ICM spots and explains his logic for pushing / folding / calling all-ins. Watch the video
In Part 1 - Tmoney0209 begins by reviewing a 180-man tournament he played recently, and discusses the basic adjustments he makes from smaller field Sit N' Gos. Tommy takes us through basic pre-flop play, opponent types, and chip accumulation against a weak field of opponents. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Tmoney0209 reviews a $12 180 tournament on PokerStars. Tommy stresses the importance of not spewing off chips early, and playing a bit of pot control in multi-way pots. He teaches players how to accumulate chips in 180 man tournaments, and how to take advantage of bubble situations and ICM decisions, where most of your opponets will make mistakes. Tommy plays all the way down to the Final 2 - how will he finish? Watch the video
In Part 3 - Tmoney0209 looks at Live Play in 180 Man SNGs. Tommy walks players through the best strategy for playing in the early, middle, and late stages of the tournaments. He stresses the importance of preserving chips early on and using your superior push/fold edges in later stages to pick on weak players. Tommy makes a deep run to the final table — how will he finish? Watch the video
In Part 1 - TRD23 teaches you how to conduct a post-session hand analysis. Josh goes over note taking, hand ranges, and developing reads based on your opponents play. Like a detective - we must learn to break down our opponents game if we want to outsmart them. Watch the video
In Part 2 - TRD23 does a full session review - taking notes on ever hand that goes to Showdown. Josh shows you how much information you can gain from your opponents. The goal here: Give you shortcuts for taking notes while playing several tables at a time on your own! Watch the video
TRD23 does an in-depth review of the intersting hands played in Part of of his Replay series. Josh looks at: Isolating Fish, Evaluating Flop Textures, and Hand ranges. Watch the video
In Part 1 - TRD23 reviews his 2 table play at $100 NL and $200 NL. Josh takes a unique approach and blends poker theory with live play, and discusses both his decision making, bet-sizing, and various line options in detail. Watch the video
In Part 2 - Built for the iPod - TRD23 unveils his specialized "SSNL Checklist", designed specifically to help players review their sessions, find leaks, and improve their game. Download the Substance SSNL Checklist here! Watch the video
In Part 1 - Josh plays 4 tables of $100 No Limit on Full Tilt Poker. Josh shows players his approach to $100 No Limit, with special emphasis on table selection, seat selection, and playing versus fish. By using a combination of hand reading and board reading, TRD23 shows you the best ways to pick apart your opponents and build stacks. Watch the video
In Part 2 - TRD23 continues his review of a 4 table session at $100 NL on Full Tilt Poker. Josh describes his approach to playing your 'A' game, and how to improve your hand reading. Watch the video
In Part 3 - TRD23 provides you with a 'Session Strategy' guide, which details what you should be looking to do during your daily grind. Josh then fires up 4 tables of $100 No Limit, and provides live commentary. Watch the video
In Part 4 - TRD23 returns to the tables for Live Commentary. 4 Tables - $100 No Limit - Crushing. Josh focuses on what it takes to be a winner at this stake, and what you can do to improve your results. Watch the video
In Part 5 - Somedays, you just have those days where nothing goes right. Join Josh for a painful session, as he focuses on dealing with rough spots, and not losing your focus or emotional control. Watch the video
In Part 6 - TRD23 looks at exploitability. Who can you take advantage of at your table, and how? Building a gameplan against each opponent at your table can be huge for your winrate - watch TRD as he constructs his for each villain. Watch the video
Welcome to MTT Review Week! Today - Justin reviews Part 1 of PokerSavvy Plus member 'Was150Mark's deep run in the Full Tilt $22.5K. Justin goes hand by hand through Was150Mark's play and recaps the good, the bad, and the ugly. Focus: Early-Mid MTT Play Watch the video
