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10 Questions with World Poker Tour Season XIX Player of the Year Jake Ferro

A conversation with Jake Ferro, the World Poker Tour Season XIX Player of the Year. The 32-year-old…

January 19, 2022

About All This Poker and Crypto Stuff: Much Ado about … Something

While there's value to being a poker purist, it's also important to understand crossovers from poke…

January 11, 2022

7 Poker Predictions for 2022

We’ve looked into our crystal ball and come up with seven predictions about how 2022 might look a…

January 02, 2022

Poker and Sobriety: A Misunderstood Duo

While poker is often maligned as a vice, it can actually be a healthy hobby for those recovering fr…

December 28, 2021

What Do You Do With a Busted Bankroll?

What do you do with a busted bankroll? Start building it back up again, entertain yourself with pok…

December 20, 2021

Mixed Games Poker Guide: An Overview

By Mike Patrick

September 13, 2021

This article provides an overview of mixed games poker, explaining the many reasons why it's worth …

POKER TIPS & STRATEGY

Poker coach Sky Matsuhashi offers tips that help you be prepared for your opponents moves at the fe…

I Love Surprises in LIFE… Not in Poker

By Sky Matsuhashi

January 19, 2022

5 Essential Online Poker Tips for Better Profit

Here is a list of 5 basic tips to help you have a more enjoyable and profitable experience playing …

January 19, 2022

Review: Endgame Poker Strategy – The ICM Book

Here's our review of Endgame Poker Strategy - The ICM Book, by highly acclaimed poker strategy auth…

December 26, 2021

Top 3 Tips for Crushing Play Money Games

By Tadas Peckaitis

December 26, 2021

Play money tables are a great place to practice and get yourself ready for real money play. Here ar…

Take Action with the Strategies You Learn

By Sky Matsuhashi

December 14, 2021

Poker coach Sky Matsuhashi preaches that action is the greatest teacher. In this article he provide…

6 Ways to Stay on Your Poker A-Game During the Holidays

How can you maximize your poker potential when you’re not at the felt from December until the New…

December 13, 2021

POKER LIFESTYLE

Interview with Kyna England, Poker Power Instructor & 2021 MSPT Player of the Year

An interview with Kyna England, an instructor with Poker Power who won the 2020 MSPT Player of the …

January 20, 2022

The State of Atlantic City Poker in 2021

A recap of my summer 2021 trip to the poker rooms of Atlantic City, New Jersey, specifically Harrah…

December 22, 2021

The Poker Player’s Ultimate Guide to Keeping Kosher in Las Vegas

"What to do about food" is always a popular topic for poker players at the WSOP, but for those who …

December 22, 2021

5 Ways to Keep Your Home Poker Game Running During the Holiday Season

It is not easy to keep a home game running any time of year, but it is especially difficult during …

December 20, 2021

The 6 TV Boxsets That Contain Hidden Poker Strategies

Poker players often turn to television dramas when the chips are down. But could the programs we wa…

December 16, 2021

The Cross Country Poker Road Trip – Part 2

The second of two cross-country routes to take from Boston to Los Angeles, one northern and one sou…

December 09, 2021

POKER NEWS

Tim Duckworth previews the content to be broadcast on PokerGO during January 2022, including the al…

PokerGO Monthly Preview: January 2022

By Tim Duckworth

January 03, 2022

Bernard Lee and Family Deliver Again with their 11th Annual Holiday Charity Drive

December 23, 2021

Some holiday traditions are truly beautiful, none more so than glorious customs of giving. For the …

Doug Polk Joins CoinFLEX Cryptocurrency Exchange as Brand Ambassador

Doug Polk has announced that he will be joining the CoinFLEX crypto platform as a brand ambassador.…

December 03, 2021

The Most Comprehensive Reference Guide for Casino Chip Collectors Now Available Online for Free

Museum of Gaming History’s recently updated ChipGuide provides a handy photo and background info …

December 02, 2021

PokerGO Monthly Preview: December 2021

By Tim Duckworth

December 01, 2021

Tim Duckworth previews the content to be broadcast on PokerGO during December 2021, including WSOP …

Four-Time WPT Champion Darren Elias Awaits Players in End Boss Series on BetMGM

From November 23rd through 28th, BetMGM players will be able to face off against four-time WPT Main…

November 21, 2021

PODCASTS

The Bernard Lee Poker Show interviews Gershon Distenfeld, 2021 WSOP $1,500 Shootout No-Limit Hold�…

The Bernard Lee Poker Show (1/18/22): Gershon Distenfeld

By Bernard Lee

January 21, 2022

RecPoker | Episode 343 – Gareth James

By Steve Fredlund

January 18, 2022

Gareth James is the founder of the MTT Poker School and Academy and brings a lifetime of work as an…

The Bernard Lee Poker Show (1/11/22): Josh Arieh Part 2

By Bernard Lee

January 17, 2022

The Bernard Lee Poker Show concludes his exclusive two-part interview Josh Arieh, 2021 World Series…

RecPoker | Episode 341 – Taylor Maas

By Steve Fredlund

January 10, 2022

Taylor Maas is an actuary by day, and a killer poker streamer by night. This week we are once again…

The Bernard Lee Poker Show (1/4/22): Josh Arieh

By Bernard Lee

January 08, 2022

The Bernard Lee Poker Show interviews Josh Arieh, 2021 WSOP Player of the Year, in part one of a tw…

RecPoker | Episode 339 – Taylor Howard

By Steve Fredlund

January 04, 2022

Taylor Howard has won tournaments all over, but he loves to pile up chips at the MSPT! He joins us …

POKER

How to become an expert poker player

Some basic tips to help you become a better poker player, namely by practicing online and studying …

January 19, 2022

Why Poker is a Game of Skill and Not Just Luck

A brief article illustrating a few of the reasons that contrary to what many people believe, poker …

January 18, 2022

4 Types of Card Players You Meet Online and Offline

By Marcus Harmon

January 18, 2022

In this article we'll introduce you the four main types of card players we've met in casinos and on…

Which Casino Games Are Big Hits with Poker Pros?

In this post we explore how some pro poker players like Phil Ivey, Jake Cody and Parker Talbot also…

January 03, 2022

Top 5 Reasons Why Poker Players Love Sports Betting

By Tadas Peckaitis

December 21, 2021

Poker coach Tadas Peckaitis lists a handful of reasons why poker players tend to love betting on sp…

NFL Stars Who Love To Play Poker

Listing some current and past NFL players who enjoy playing poker in their free time, including at …

December 15, 2021

POKER EVENTS

We preview the 2022 Lucky Hearts Poker Open, a 33-event series slated to kick off the 20th season o…

World Poker Tour Season XX Opens in Style with 2022 Lucky Hearts Poker Open

By Mike Patrick

January 09, 2022

All About Global Poker’s Upcoming Turbo Series

Online poker allows players to participate from every corner of the globe remotely. Global Poker's …

December 20, 2021

Top 3 Ways to Collect Money for Bigger Buy-in Poker Events

By Tadas Peckaitis

December 17, 2021

Not everyone has the bankroll to buy in directly to big poker tournaments. In this article, Tadas P…

How to Prepare for the 2021 World Series of Poker Europe in Rozvadov

Paul Seaton lists 5 important details to keep in mind about the 2021 World Series of Poker Europe, …

November 23, 2021

Mixed Game Festival Day 4: Raymer Wins Platinum Pass in $200 H.O.R.S.E. Finale

By Matt Hansen

October 08, 2021

The 2004 World Series of Poker Main Event champion, Greg Raymer, defeated Turkey’s Onur Unsal in …

Mixed Game Festival Day 3: More Big Names Join the Fun

By Mike Patrick

October 07, 2021

Day 3 of Cardplayer Lifestyle's Mixed Game Festival featured Linda Johnson, Jan Fisher, and Greg Ra…

POKER OP-EDS

What Ever Happened to Open Face Chinese Poker?

While Open-Face Chinese Poker is not a dead game, it is clear why its popularity has died down. As …

September 28, 2021

5 Ways to Spike a New Poker Boom

Poker is ripe for a second boom, and in his latest op-ed piece Paul Seaton lists a handful of ideas…

September 05, 2021

How Important is it for Poker Players to Listen to the Advice of Experts?

There's no shame in getting mentored! Even the most well-regarded and successful poker players look…

August 23, 2021

Does Poker’s All-Time Money List Matter or Not?

Poker is, at its core, about winning money from other players, it stands to reason that the players…

August 18, 2021

The Vlogger Effect: A New Kind of Poker Boom

With poker vloggers like Andrew Neeme and Brad Owen now driving poker's growth, Connor Whiteley sug…

July 20, 2021

Live Poker is Easier Than Online Poker – Here’s Why

When it comes to gauging which version of poker you're more likely to be successful at, live poker …

December 21, 2020

POKER COURSES

Pokercode, the most powerful poker community training tool, is now available at a rare 45% discount…

Get 45% off a yearly Pokercode subscription during Black Friday season

By Milko van Winden

November 26, 2021

Upswing Poker’s 25% Off Black Friday Sale: Take Your Game to the Next Level

An overview of the numerous poker training courses that Upswing Poker is offering at a 25% discount…

November 25, 2021

Run It Once Black Friday Sale: Improve Your Poker Skills at a Fraction of the Cost

Run It Once Poker Training is offering deep discounts to mark Black Friday, with all major courses …

November 22, 2021

Special Offer: FREE 5-Day Access to Jonathan Little’s PokerCoaching Premium

Pokercoaching.com has a special pre-Black Friday offer allowing anyone who signs up 5 days of FREE …

November 14, 2021

Jared Tendler Mental Game Tune Up for Tournament Poker

Review: Jared Tendler’s Mental Game Tune Up for Tournament Poker

Winning in poker isn’t easy. There are multiple skill sets that one needs to master to become a w…

September 19, 2021

What’s New at Run It Once Training? | Summer 2021

As one of the more popular poker training sites, there's always something new and interesting happe…

July 22, 2021

888poker MAGAZINE

Top 7 Things to Consider when Flopping and Playing Two Pair in Hold’em

Follow along as we delve into how to play the different types of Two Pair properly and profitably. …

January 17, 2022

4 Steps to Making Anaconda Poker Your Next Home Game Favourite!

Anaconda is a game based on traditional 7 Card Stud. But players can pass cards to opponents, hopin…

January 10, 2022

Top 5 Tips to Learn How to Play 5-Card Stud Poker Games!

5-Card Stud is not as popular now as some of the more prominent poker variants. This article will d…

January 03, 2022

Advanced Hold’em Strategy Tips to Take Your Game to the Next Level!

This guide will introduce more advanced poker concepts. It will give seasoned players a list of are…

December 27, 2021

The Top 10 Poker Streamers You Need to Watch!

Follow along as 888poker investigates the world of poker streaming on Twitch. We also list the Top …

December 20, 2021

The Best 7 Alternative Poker-Based Casino Games!

Over the last several years, table game manufacturers have added alternatives for those looking for…

December 13, 2021

CASINO GAMES

Which are the best sweepstakes casinos in the US?

Sweepstakes casinos are popular in jurisdictions of the United States where regulated online gambli…

January 19, 2022

Where Are Real Money Online Casinos Allowed In The World?

A brief review of where in the world online gambling and casinos are regulated and licensed, versus…

December 13, 2021

Live Casino – What You’ll Absolutely Love About It

By Marcus Harmon

December 12, 2021

With live casino betting online, you get the fabulous experience of authentic gameplay. As well as …

What Are The Best Casinos to Play In When You’re Bored?

There are many interesting slot games online that can give you more fun after a tiring day at work.…

December 06, 2021

What’s The Difference Between Video Poker and Slots?