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172 – Dr. Bryce Appelbaum – Why Poker Players Lose Focus & the Vision Skill That Fixes It
Summary: In this episode Dr. Bryce Appelbaum examines neuro-optometry as a performance discipline, reframing vision as a brain-based, trainable system rather than simply eyesight. Bryce shares how functional vision influences attention, pattern recognition, emotional regulation, fatigue, and decision-making under pressure, drawing from his own childhood transformation and his work with elite athletes, medical patients, […]
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171 – Mateos Norian – Finding Safety in Your Own Inner Alignment
Summary: In this episode, Mateos shares his journey from casual COVID-era home games to playing poker professionally, emphasizing that his growth came not from a single breakthrough but from years of obsession, trial and error, and learning how to learn. He discusses how active deliberate study replaced passive consumption. How documenting his struggles and […]
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170 – Jay ‘JWIN’ Nguyen – Rethinking Downswings
Summary: In this episode, Jay ‘JWIN’ Nguyen shares his journey from corporate success to life as a high-stakes professional poker player. He explains why leaving a secure career wasn’t as reckless as it seemed and how mindset, not luck, determines long-term success in poker. Jay reflects on overcoming major downswings, building mental resilience, and […]
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169 – Vlastimil Pustina – Vlastimil on Mastery, Mindset & Meaning
Summary: Meet Vlastimil, a former law student turned professional poker player, shared his journey from accidentally discovering poker during law school to becoming a dedicated cash game player. He discussed the challenges of transitioning from low to high stakes, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle changes, including better money management and a healthier routine. Vlastimil […]
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168 – Samuel Mullur – Sam’s Rise Through Mindset, Mentors & the Mental Game
Summary: Meet Sam, a 27-year-old poker player, shared his journey from gaming to poker, highlighting his meteoric rise from casual play to high-stakes tournaments. He emphasized the importance of networking and mentorship, noting a pivotal realization that collaboration accelerated his growth. Sam discussed overcoming a significant downswing by maintaining good bankroll management and leveraging […]
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166 – Henrik Johansson – From Poker to Real Estate
Summary: Today’s guest is Henrik Johansson. Henrik, a former high-stakes poker player, discussed his early poker journey, starting at age 13 and progressing to playing at the highest levels. He emphasized his strategy of shallow stacking and the mentorship from “Luck 123,” which focused on bankroll management, tilt control, and table selection. Henrik transitioned […]
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165 – Mike Wasserman – Unbreakable Confidence: How a Top Pro Conquers the Poker Table
Summary: Today’s guest is Mike Wasserman. Mike discusses his experiences as professional poker players and emphasizes the importance of resilience, adaptability, and mental toughness in navigating the unpredictable nature of the game. Mike shares personal strategies for maintaining a strong mental game, including seeking outside help and prioritizing health and exercise. They also discuss […]
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164 – Andrijana Gligoric – The Cash Game Queen
Summary: Meet Andrijana Gligoric, known as “Lija,” a professional poker player from Serbia, now living in Malta. Her poker passion started in university while studying electrical engineering, playing in cash games with friends. After college, she moved to Malta, began streaming her gameplay on Twitch, and quickly built a large following. As a key […]
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163 – Dara O’ Kearney – From Ultra-Marathons to Poker Mastery
Summary: Dara O’Kearney, born on June 17, 1965, in Ennis, County Clare, is an accomplished Irish ultra runner and professional poker player. He has won several ultra running events and claimed the title of Irish 24-hour running champion in 2007. In poker, Dara won the 2008 European Deepstack Poker Championship and has earned over […]
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162 – Michael Loncar – From Tilt to Triumph
Summary: Michael Loncar has been a professional poker player since 2007, quickly making a name for himself online, especially in Sit & Go tournaments. By 2010, he was the world’s most profitable online 6-Max Sit & Go player. After Black Friday, he shifted to live cash games, but returned to tournaments in 2014, winning […]
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