2022 WPT Choctaw Champion, Chance Kornuth eliminated both Foxens (Alex & Kristen) in the same tournament

2021 WSOP $10,000 Short Deck Champion, Chance Kornuth has played Short Deck only five times in his career.

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Chance Kornuth

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee interviews WPT Choctaw Champion, Chance Kornuth.

At the start of the interview, Chance talks about his incredible week at the WPT main event at the Hyper eSports Arena at Luxor. One of his students won an event, and then he won another. Chance talks about his student, Mark Davis’ work ethic and desire to win the WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown. Chance also talks about his training academy: Chip Leader Coaching. Chance discusses his victory at 2022 WPT Choctaw, including eliminating both Foxens at the same event (Alex and Kristen). Chance also discusses the play at an experienced final table of the 2022 WPT Choctaw.

During the second part of the interview, Chance Kornuth talks about the experience of winning his first WSOP bracelet back in 2010 ($5,000 PLO). Chance discusses his experience – or lack of experience with Short Deck, which is the event in which he won his 3rd WSOP bracelet. He also talks about short deck strategy. Chance shares his 2022 WSOP schedule. He is skeptical how the 2022 WSOP will run as it changes locations. Finally, Chance discusses how he changes his sleep schedule during the WSOP.

0:00Welcome to The Bernard Lee Poker Show. This week’s guest is WPT Choctaw Champion, Chance Kornuth.
0:05Bernard talks about the 2022 WSOP kicking off on Tuesday May 31, the day this show aired. Bernard talks about the two latest WPT champions: Mark Davis (WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown) and Chance Kornuth (WPT Choctaw). Finally, Bernard discusses the 2022 WSOP schedule for the following week.
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11:00Bernard welcomes WPT Choctaw Champion, Chance Kornuth.
12:44Chance joins the show and shares his incredible week at the WPT main events at Hyper eSports Arena at Luxor. One of his students won an event, and then he won another.
15:10Chance discusses his student, Mark Davis’ work ethic and desire to win the WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown. Chance also talks about his training academy: Chip Leader Coaching.
19:23Chance discusses his victory at 2022 WPT Choctaw, including eliminating both Foxens at the same event (Alex and Kristen).
30:08Chance discusses the play at an experienced final table of the 2022 WPT Choctaw.
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37:54Bernard welcomes back WPT Choctaw Champion, Chance Kornuth.
39:02Chance Kornuth talks about the importance of winning his first WSOP bracelet back in 2010 ($5,000 PLO).
39:56Chance discusses his experience – or lack of experience in Short Deck, which is the event in which he won his 3rd WSOP bracelet. He also talks about short deck strategy.
44:05Chance shares his 2022 WSOP schedule.
47:45Chance is skeptical of how the 2022 WSOP will run as it changes locations.
48:56Chance discusses how he changes his sleep schedule for the WSOP.

Chance Kornuth

2012 WSOP Main Event Champion, Greg Merson, talks about how fatherhood makes him a better poker player.

Greg Merson talks about his 2012 Main Event.

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Greg Merson

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee interviews 2012 WSOP Main Event Champion, Greg Merson.

At the start of the interview, Greg talks about moving to New Jersey in 2014 and avoiding temptations with respect to his addictions. Greg talks about his family, specifically his two daughters, and how his family has made him a better poker player. Greg discusses his poker playing schedule online and live in the NJ/NY area.

During the second part of the interview, Greg talks about his 2012 WSOP Main Event memories including listening to Jared Tendler. Greg talks about the fact that a woman almost made the 2012 WSOP Main Event final table. He recalls the final table, his preparations, and the marathon play among the final three. Greg also discusses great spots during a tournament to take advantage of other players’ inclinations. Finally, Greg discusses winning the 2017 WSOP POY, and his 2022 WSOP schedule.

0:00Welcome to The Bernard Lee Poker Show. This week’s guest is 2012 WSOP Main Event Champion, Greg Merson.
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2:03Bernard welcomes 2012 WSOP Main Event Champion, Greg Merson.
3:24Greg discusses moving to New Jersey in 2014 and avoiding temptations with respect to his addictions.
8:25Greg talks about his family, specifically his two daughters and how his family has made him a better poker player.
15:15Greg discusses his poker playing schedule online and live in the NJ/NY area.
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30:10Bernard welcomes back 2012 WSOP Main Event Champion, Greg Merson.
31:00Greg talks about his 2012 WSOP Main Event memories including listening to Jared Tendler.
36:02Greg talks about the fact that a woman almost made the 2012 WSOP Main Event final table.
39:32Greg discusses great spots during a tournament to take advantage of other players’ inclinations.
42:32Greg recalls the final table, his preparations and the marathon play among the final three.
51:57Greg recalls winning the 2017 WSOP POY.
55:39Greg talks about his 2022 WSOP schedule.

Greg Merson

 

Video Tribute of Warren “Grumpa” Griffith:

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Warren “Grumpa” Griffith

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee pays tribute to his good friend and popular Massachusetts poker player, Warren “Grumpa” Griffith of Bourne, Massachusetts. At the age of 73, Warren “Grumpa” Griffith passed away on May 12th.

Bernard interviewed four people who knew “Grumpa” well: PokerNews’ Chad Holloway, Owner/President of Blaycation Mark Stiles, and fellow Massachusetts poker players and dear friends David Tedesco and BJ Ellis. A couple of other videos are added including the 2017 PokerNews video hosted by Sarah Herring that Bernard helped film when Grumpa was ill, and Grumpa’s own tribute to Ken Tilden, when his best friend passed away in December of 2020. Finally, Bernard does a tribute himself at the end of the show.

RIP Warren “Grumpa” Griffith

0:00Welcome to The Bernard Lee Poker Show as Bernard pays tribute to his good friend and poker player, Warren “Grumpa” Griffith.
3:45PokerNews’ Chad Holloway joins The Bernard Lee Poker Show as he remembers Warren “Grumpa” Griffith, who we wrote a column about Ken Tilden and “Grumpa” back in 2015.
11:38PokerNews’ video hosted by Sarah Herring back in 2017 created with help of Bernard with several poker pros wishing Grumpa well.
13:58Grumpa’s dear friend and one of the founders of Poker In Massachusetts on Facebook, David Tedesco joins The Bernard Lee Poker Show as he remembers, Warren “Grumpa” Griffith.
23:50Owner/President of Blaycation, Mark Stilles joins The Bernard Lee Poker Show as he remembers, Warren “Grumpa” Griffith.
29:48Grumpa’s dear friend BJ Ellis joins The Bernard Lee Poker Show as he remembers, Warren “Grumpa” Griffith.
45:542017 WSOP Main Event Champion joins The Bernard Lee Poker Show as he remembers, Warren “Grumpa” Griffith.
40:37Replaying the tribute that Warren “Grumpa” Griffith did for his best friend Ken Tilden when Ken passed away in December of 2020.
51:56Bernard pays his own personal tribute to his good friend, Warren “Grumpa” Griffith.

Warren "Grumpa" Griffith

2017 WSOP Main Event Champ, Scott Blumstein “crams learning sit n go’s” before MainEvent final table

2017 WSOP Main Event Champ, Scott Blumstein discusses plans for 2022 WSOP

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Scott Blumstein

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee interviews four-time WPT Champion, Scott Blumstein.

At the start of the interview, Scott talks about the dynamics and the memories of the 2017 WSOP Main Event final table. Scott talks about how the 2017 WSOP Main Event final table went and how he maintained his composure. He also talks about the importance of having a day off prior to WSOP Main Event final table. He recalls his poker inner circle prior to the final table, and how he “crammed learning sit n go’s” before playing the final table. Bernard and Scott talk about the incredible hand between Scott and John Hesp. Scott explains his thought process heading into Day 2 of the 2017 WSOP Main Event final table. He also talks about his inexperience in heads-up play.

During the second part of the interview, Scott Blumstein talks about his 2017 WSOP Main Event bracelet. He also talks about his fellow 2017 WSOP Main Event final table players, and discusses his plans for the 2022 WSOP and advantages/disadvantageous of the move to Bally’s/Paris.

0:00Welcome to The Bernard Lee Poker Show as this week’s guest is 2017 WSOP Main Event Champion, Scott Blumstein.
0:04Bernard announces the 15th anniversary of The Bernard Lee Poker Show, sponsored by RunGoodGear and D&B Poker. Follow Bernard on Twitter and Instagram (@BernardLeePoker) and Subscribe to his YouTube Page (www.YouTube.com/BernardLeePoker) to have a chance to win prizes that will be given to followers/subscribers all summer long.
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4:02Bernard welcomes 2017 WSOP Main Event Champion, Scott Blumstein.
5:21Scott joins the show, talking about the dynamics and the memories of 2017 WSOP Main Event final table.
9:12Scott talks about how the 2017 WSOP Main Event final table went and how he maintained his composure.
11:35Scott talks about the importance of having a day off prior to WSOP Main Event final table.
15:29Scott recalls his poker inner circle prior to WSOP Main Event final table and how he “crammed learning sit n go’s” before Main Event final table
18:45Bernard and Scott talk about the incredible hand between him and John Hesp.
27:06Scott talks about thought process heading into Day 2 of 2017 WSOP Main Event final table.
33:13Scott talks about his inexperience in heads-up play.
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39:24Bernard welcomes back 2017 WSOP Main Event Champion, Scott Blumstein.
40:24Scott Blumstein talks about his 2017 WSOP Main Event bracelet.
47:06Scott talks about his fellow 2017 WSOP Main Event final table players.
50:53Scott discusses his plans for the 2022 WSOP and advantages/disadvantageous of the move to Bally’s/Paris.

Four-time WPT champion, Darren Elias, was once the #1 ranked online hearts player in the world

“The more decision points you put them to, the more likely they will make a mistake” – Darren Elias

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Darren Elias

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee interviews four-time WPT Champion, Darren Elias.

At the start of the interview, Darren talks about how he navigates large WPT fields and how play changes in the final two tables. He talks about how he got started in poker, including formerly being the #1 ranked player in online hearts. Darren talks about the struggles of transitioning from online to live poker. He recalls the effects of Black Friday on his life and bankroll. He also discusses the current online poker world including his relationship with BetMGM.

During the second part of the interview, Darren explains the use of the shot clock, called the “Action Clock”, in WPT main events. Darren talks about the “wild” poker play in Florida. He recalls his play in the 2022 Seminole Hard Rock main event, and strategies he uses when play gets down to the final two tables. “The more decision points you put them to, the more likely they will make a mistake.” Finally, Darren talks about his desire to win a WSOP bracelet, his prior close calls, and his “difficult” schedule based on his family life.

0:00Welcome to The Bernard Lee Poker Show as this week’s guest is four-time WPT Champion, Darren Elias.
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3:55Bernard welcomes Darren Elias, four-time WPT Champion.
5:19Darren joins the show, talking about how he navigates large WPT fields and how the play changes in the last two tables.
10:21Darren talks about how he got started in poker, including at one time being the #1 ranked player in online hearts.
12:19Darren talks about the struggles of transitioning from online to live poker.
15:17Darren recalls the effects of Black Friday on his life and bankroll. Also, he discusses the current online poker world including his relationship with BetMGM.
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24:21Bernard welcomes back Darren Elias, four-time WPT Champion.
25:32Darren explains the shot clock, called the “Action Clock,” used in WPT main events.
31:08Darren talks about the “wild” poker play in Florida.
34:56Darren recalls his play in the 2022 Seminole Hard Rock main event.
39:26Darren discusses strategies for when play gets down to the final two tables. “The more decision points you put them to, the more likely they will make a mistake.”
52:12Darren talks about his desire to win a WSOP bracelet, his prior close calls, and his “difficult” schedule based on his family life.

Darren Elias

“No one thought Russia would invade Ukraine”…stated WSOP & WPT champion, Eugene Katchalov

 “Ukraine highways were literally being bombed”…stated WSOP & WPT champion, Eugene Katchalov

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Eugene Katchalov

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee interviews Eugene Katchalov, WSOP and WPT winner and co-owner of e-sports team, Qlash. Recently, Eugene escaped Ukraine after Russia invaded the country on February 24, 2022.

At the start of the interview, Eugene joins the show, describes his background, and why he returned to Ukraine for PokerStars. Eugene talks about founding the e-sports team Qlash with Italian poker pro Luca Pagano. Eugene talks about his poker popularity in Ukraine and tells how he met his wife. He also recalls the growing political tension in Ukraine and describes the invasion by Russia of Ukraine on February 24, 2022.

During the second part of the interview, Eugene shares his decision-making process during the invasion and explains how he decided to drive west to leave country. Eugene talks about crossing over the Hungarian border and then trying to help others. He also shares how Leon Tsoukernik, owner of King’s Casino, has helped 500 refugee families. Eugene describes some shocking pictures from his Twitter account. Eugene supports the Emergency Response Fund for Ukraine via King Baudouin Foundation. To donate, please click below

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0:00Welcome to the Bernard Lee Poker Show. This week’s guest is Eugene Katchalov, WSOP and WPT winner and co-owner of e-sports team, Qlash. Recently, Eugene escaped Ukraine after Russia invaded the country.
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3:36Bernard welcomes Eugene Katchalov.
4:41Eugene describes his background and shares why he returned to Ukraine for PokerStars.
11:39Eugene talks about founding the e-sports team, Qlash with Luca Pagano (Italian Poker Pro).
13:17Eugene talks about his poker popularity in Ukraine and shares how he met his wife.
18:42Eugene recalls the growing political tension in Ukraine and describes the invasion by Russia of Ukraine on February 24, 2022.
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29:53Bernard welcomes back Eugene Katchalov and talks about how Eugene escaped Ukraine after Russia invaded the country.
31:17Eugene recollects his decision-making process during the invasion and deciding to drive west to leave country.
36:43Eugene discusses which border he would decide to cross.
44:40Eugene talks about crossing over the Hungarian border and then trying to help others.
46:57Eugene describes how Leon Tsoukernik, owner of King’s Casino, has helped 500 refugee families.
50:04Eugene supports the Emergency Response Fund for Ukraine via King Baudouin Foundation.
51:50Eugene describes some shocking pictures from his Twitter account.
Eugene Katchalov WSOP bracelet

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The First Lady of Poker, Linda Johnson talks about winning her WSOP bracelet in 1997.

The First Lady of Poker, Linda Johnson talks about Cardplayer Cruises and her passion for cruises

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Linda Johnson

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee continues to celebrate Women’s History Month by interviewing Linda Johnson, Poker Hall of Famer and The First Lady of Poker.

At the start of the interview, Linda discusses how she became involved with poker and the support of her father as she did. Linda also discusses the games, especially stud, that she played early in her career. She recalls the headlines when she won her WSOP bracelet in 1997, and talks about her time as the publisher for Card Player Magazine.

During the second part of the interview, Linda talks about her passion for going on cruises and about Card Player Cruises specifically. Linda talks about her history and experience with the World Poker Tour and recalls her passion for teaching poker, including the WPT bootcamp. Finally, she talks about how to increase women’s participation in poker and recalls getting inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame.

0:00Welcome to The Bernard Lee Poker Show. The show continues to celebrate Women’s History Month by interviewing Linda Johnson, Poker Hall of Famer and The First lady of Poker.
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3:10Bernard welcomes Linda Johnson, Poker Hall of Famer and The First Lady of Poker.
4:46Linda joins the show and discusses how she became involved with poker with the support of her father.
12:10Linda discusses the games, especially stud, that she played early in her career.
18:51Linda recalls the headlines when she won her WSOP bracelet in 1997.
21:25Linda talks about her time as publisher for Cardplayer Magazine.
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29:25Bernard welcomes back Linda Johnson, Poker Hall of Famer and The First Lady of Poker.
30:08Linda talks about her passion for going on cruises and Cardplayer Cruises.
34:58Linda talks about her history and experience with the World Poker Tour.
39:35Linda recalls her passion for teaching poker, including the WPT bootcamp.
44:03Linda talks about how to increase women’s participation in poker.
51:26Linda recalls getting inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame.
Linda Johnson

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2021 MSPT Player of the Year, Kyna England talks about her road to winning $750,000

2021 MSPT Player of the Year, Kyna England talks about her chase of the MSPT POY

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Kyna England

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee continues to celebrate Women’s History Month by interviewing Kyna England, 2021 MSPT Player of the Year.

At the start of the interview, Kyna discusses her breakthrough year in 2021 which resulted in her winning 2021 MSPT Player of the Year. She talks about how she initially got into poker and how she started playing and coaching poker full-time in 2018. Kyna discusses how she made the jump from bar leagues to playing in big tournaments. She also recalls her initial expectation as she began 2020 and how it steamrolled after her 3rd place MSPT main event in Riverside, Iowa. Then, Kyna recalls her surreal run at the 2021 WPT Venetian main event, where she finished 3rd for almost $450,000.

During the second part of the interview, Kyna remembers her 2021 WSOP schedule and her expectations for the series. Kyna talks about her chase of the 2021 MSPT Player of the Year and the final day when she clinched the award. She also talks about media interest since she captured the POY. Finally, Kyna explains how talking through hands has helped her improve her game.

0:00Welcome to The Bernard Lee Poker Show as the show continues to celebrate Women’s History Month by interviewing Kyna England, 2021 MSPT Player of the Year.
1:45First, Tony Sinishtaj captured the 2022 Wynn Millions Main Event held in Las Vegas. The main event had 1,075 entries, creating a prize pool of over $10 million and the champion took home over $1.6 million.
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5:22Bernard welcomes Kyna England, 2021 MSPT Player of the Year.
6:41Kyna joins the show and discusses her breakthrough year in 2021.
9:16Kyna talks about how she initially got into poker, and how she started playing and coaching poker full-time in 2018.
16:34Kyna discusses how she made the jump from bar leagues to playing in big tournaments.
19:27Kyna recalls her initial expectation as she began 2020 and how it steamrolled after her 3rd place MSPT main event in Riverside, Iowa.
23:18Kyna recalls her surreal run at the 2021 WPT Venetian main event, where she finished 3rd for almost $450,000.
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28:31Bernard welcomes back Kyna England, 2021 MSPT Player of the Year.
29:27Kyna remembers her 2021 WSOP schedule and her expectations for the series.
32:28Kyna talks about her chase of the 2021 MSPT Player of the Year and the final day when she clinched the award.
41:02Kyna talks about media interest since she captured the 2021 MSPT POY.
45:16Kyna explains how talking through hands has helped her improve her game.

 

Kyna England

2021 WSOP Ladies Championship Winner, Lara Eisenberg was knocked out & unconscious while skydiving

2021 WSOP Ladies Champ, Lara Eisenberg discusses poker strategies for women & WSOP bracelet win

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Lara Eisenberg

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee continues to celebrate Women’s History Month by interviewing Lara Eisenberg, 2021 WSOP Ladies Championship Winner.

At the start of the interview, Lara discusses how special it was to win her WSOP ring in Council Bluffs, Iowa in 2019. Lara talks about she initially got into poker and improved her game. Lara discusses her unique hobby and world record in skydiving.

During the second part of the interview, Lara explains how critical it was to have final table experience and to try to have no expectations. Lara talks about some advice to women to give poker a try and some strategies for WSOP Ladies Championship. Lara discusses the final table of the WSOP Ladies Championship, including heads-up. Finally, Lara talks about her WSOP bracelet and the sizing.

0:00Welcome to The Bernard Lee Poker Show as the show continues to celebrate Women’s History Month by interviewing Lara Eisenberg, 2021 WSOP Ladies Championship Winner.
1:17Six players led by Max Le chopped the RunGood Poker Series Main Event held at Horseshoe Tunica. The main event had 602 entries and each player ended up taking home $31,234.
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4:22Bernard welcomes Lara Eisenberg, 2021 WSOP Ladies Championship Winner.
5:29Lara joins the show and discusses how special it was to win her WSOP ring in Council Bluffs, Iowa in 2019.
9:50Lara talks about she initially got into poker and improved her game.
16:13Lara discusses her unique hobby and world record in skydiving.
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23:38Bernard welcomes back Lara Eisenberg, 2021 WSOP Ladies Championship Winner.
25:35Lara explains how critical it was to have final table experience and to try to have no expectations.
30:08Lara talks about some advice to women to give poker a try.
33:41Lara talks about some strategies for WSOP Ladies Championship.
47:04Lara discusses the final table of the WSOP Ladies Championship.
52:16Lara talks about her heads-up play in the WSOP Ladies Championship.
54:28Lara talks about her WSOP bracelet and the sizing.

Lara Eisenberg

 

Lena Evans discusses how Poker League of Nations (PLON) was founded & what the group does for women

Lena Evans discusses her poker career, TEDx talk and Class Action lawsuit versus Paypal

 

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Lena Evans

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee kicks off his celebration of Women’s History Month during March 2022 by interviewing Poker League of Nations (PLON) founder, Lena Evans. The month-long celebration is sponsored by PLON.

At the start of the interview, Lena discusses the Poker League of Nations (PLON) and how the organization helps women participate in poker. Bernard discusses how the idea of the month-long celebration of Women’s History Month came about.

During the second part of the interview, Lena talks about her poker career, including her two WSOP Circuit rings. Lena also discusses her Class Action lawsuit versus Paypal, which previously involved Chris Moneymaker. Finally, Lena talks about her recent TEDx talk and her resulting book.

0:00The Bernard Lee Poker Show kicks off his celebration of Women’s History Month during March 2022 by interviewing Poker League of Nations (PLON) founder, Lena Evans.
2:30The 2022 WSOP schedule was released and Bernard highlights the schedule including the WSOP Main Event.
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7:47Bernard welcomes Lena Evans, founder of Poker League of Nations (PLON).
8:50Lena joins the show and discusses the Poker League of Nations (PLON) and how the organization helps women participation in poker.
26:58Bernard discusses how the idea of the month-long celebration of Women’s History Month came about.
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36:16Bernard welcomes back Lena Evans, founder of Poker League of Nations (PLON).
34:00Lena talks about her poker career including her two WSOP Circuit rings.
37:18Lena discusses her Class Action lawsuit versus Paypal, which previously involved Chris Moneymaker.
52:47Lena talks about her recent TEDx talk and her resulting book.

Lena Evans PLON

2021 Global Poker Award winner for Best Commentator Jeff Platt discusses Daniel Negreanu and Jack Effel being snubbed by GPI Awards


2021 GPI Poker Awards Best Commentator, Jeff Platt, talks about 2021 WSOP and upcoming 2022 WSOP

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Jeff Platt

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee interviews Jeff Platt, PokerGO Host and commentator, who won Best Commentator at the 3rd Annual Global Poker Awards.

At the start of the interview, Jeff discusses hosting 3rd Annual Global Poker Awards at the PokerGo Studio. Bernard and Jeff talk about specific categories and winners during the 3rd Annual GPI Awards. Jeff talks about 3rd Annual GPI categories that were very close among the nominees and some snubs. Bernard and Jeff reminisce about the memorial video.

During the second part of the interview, Jeff talks about his expectations coming into the 2021 WSOP. On the playing side, Jeff recalls his 4th place finish during the $1,000 WSOP Double Stack bracelet event. Jeff talks his experience and thoughts of the 2021 WSOP and being the sideline reporter for the 2021 WSOP main event coverage. Finally, Jeff discusses his thoughts of the upcoming 2022 WSOP.

0:00Welcome to The Bernard Lee Poker Show as this week’s guest is Jeff Platt, PokerGo Host and commentator.
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2:58Bernard welcomes Jeff Platt, PokerGo Host and commentator.
3:53Jeff joins the show and discusses hosting 3rd Annual Global Poker Awards at the PokerGO Studio.
8:58Bernard and Jeff talk about specific categories and winners during the 3rd Annual GPI Awards.
13:56Jeff talks about 3rd Annual GPI categories that were very close among the nominees and some snubs.
23:43Bernard and Jeff reminisce about the memorial video.
24:53Bernard and Jeff talk about other categories during the 3rd Annual GPI Awards.
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34:10Bernard welcomes back Jeff Platt, PokerGO Host and commentator.
34:00Jeff talks about his expectations coming into the 2021 WSOP.
37:18Jeff recalls his 4th place finish during the $1,000 WSOP Double Stack bracelet event.
40:24Jeff talks about the 2021 WSOP main event coverage as a sideline reporter.
42:30Jeff recalls his experience and thoughts of the 2021 WSOP.
47:49Jeff discusses his thoughts of the upcoming 2022 WSOP.

Jeff Platt

2021 WSOP No-Limit Player of the Year, Scott Ball discusses how Twitch poker was created


2021 WSOP $5,000 no-limit Six-Max Champ Scott Ball discusses no-limit six-max tournament strategies

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Scott Ball

In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the Cardplayer Lifestyle Podcast Family, Bernard Lee interviews Scott Ball, two-time WSOP bracelet winner and 2021 WSOP No-Limit Player of the Year.

At the start of the interview, Scott discusses his prediction of being the 2021 WSOP No-Limit Player of the Year. Scott talks about how he got started in poker and the creation of Twitch Poker. Scott addresses some the accusations that were made against him in early 2021.

During the second part of the interview, Scott talks about the $5,000 WSOP no-limit hold’em six-max tournament, which was his first bracelet in 2021. Scott gives some advice on how to play six-max tournaments. He recalls his chase and thought process of the 2021 WSOP no-limit POY. Finally, Scott discusses the difference between six-max and Little One for One Drop.

0:00Welcome to The Bernard Lee Poker Show as this week’s guest is Scott Ball, two-time WSOP bracelet winner and 2021 WSOP No-Limit Player of the Year.
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2:51Bernard welcomes Scott Ball, two-time WSOP bracelet winner and 2021 WSOP No-Limit Player of the Year.
4:10Scott joins the show and discusses his prediction of being the 2021 WSOP No-Limit Player of the Year.
7:26Scott talks about how he got started in poker and the creation of Twitch Poker.
25:00Scott addresses some the accusations that were made against him in early 2021.
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29:38Bernard welcomes back Scott Ball, two-time WSOP bracelet winner and 2021 WSOP No-Limit Player of the Year.
32:00Scott talks about the $5,000 WSOP no-limit hold’em six-max tournament, which was his first bracelet in 2021.
34:34Scott gives some advice on how to play six-max tournaments.
48:59Scott recalls his chase and thought process of the 2021 WSOP no-limit POY.
52:30Scott discusses the difference between six-max and Little One for One Drop.

Scott Ball