This is part one of a two-part conversation with Matt Hunt. Matt is a professional poker player and coach from the UK, currently living in Las Vegas. Matt holds a bachelor’s degree in French and a Master’s degree in Transnational Studies, both from the University of Southampton (UK). As a poker coach, he specializes in MTT math and ICM concepts, short-stacked play, exploration of the No-Limit Hold’em game tree through GTO solver research, and the cognitive role of language in poker decision-making. Recently Matt has been active on Twitter (@MntalHlthGaming) and Twitch (Mental_Health_Gaming) discussing his own journey with depression and anxiety, and helping for a community for those also struggling with mental health issues.
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Time Stamps
| 0:00 | Welcome & Introduction |
| 2:30 | Welcome Matt Hunt |
| 6:52 | Matt: How Matt got into poker |
| 14:55 | Matt: Mathematical concepts in poker |
| 24:03 | Matt: Decision on sharing about mental health |
| 27:20 | Matt: Decision to move to the US |
| 30:47 | Matt: Difference in people’s learning process |
| 35:12 | Matt: Is poker still fun? |
| 41:09 | Matt: What still challenges Matt? |
| 47:11 | Matt: Resources he used to expand his knowledge |
| 53:33 | Steve: Podcast updates |
| 57:40 | John: Nightly series updates |
