You're about to meet a poker player who might have the strangest pre-game routine I've ever heard of. Global Kenny (@globalkennypoker on Instagram) has some absolutely wild theories about nutrition, energy, and cognitive performance that honestly sound crazy until you see his results. This guy went from complete unknown to playing some of the biggest pots on the West Coast, and his approach to preparation is... let's just say it involves some unconventional choices that most poker pros would never consider. I was skeptical going into this conversation, but his logic actually started making sense by the end.

What really caught my attention wasn't just Kenny's rapid rise through the stakes, but how he's navigating the modern poker landscape where everyone's trying to be both a player and a content creator. He's got some strong opinions about the "nit epidemic" in poker and has actually built a movement around it, but more importantly, he's figured out something that most poker influencers haven't: how to actually keep improving at poker while building a brand. We get into some fascinating territory about game selection, the West Coast scene, and why he thinks the path to higher stakes is more accessible than people realize. Plus, he drops some insights about international poker that might surprise you.

CHAPTERS

00:00:00 - Introduction and Global Kenny's poker background

00:03:20 - The anti-knit campaign and converting poker players

00:07:00 - Fasting and caffeine preparation routines

00:12:00 - Meditation vs morning routine philosophy

00:18:00 - Sleep tracking and optimization strategies

00:22:00 - Daily poker schedule and session structure

00:27:00 - Moving up stakes and bankroll building journey

00:32:00 - Building a social media brand in poker

00:38:00 - Biggest pots won and lost; the 50k hands

00:43:00 - Biggest bluffs and table presence discussion

00:47:00 - Future tournament and streaming plans

00:52:00 - Education background and investment interests

00:56:00 - Content creation challenges and balancing poker

01:00:25 - Closing thoughts and social media shoutouts

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Xuan Liu just detonated one of poker’s longest-standing glass ceilings—busting a 200-event streak with the first female title in Triton history, taking down the $25 000 WPT Global Slam in Montenegro (155 entries, $860 000 up top). I had to know how she did it, so we sat down to trade war stories: her Yukon bankroll challenge that started with two grand total (flights included), the cliquey staking webs that freeze most women out of 25 Ks, and why she thinks “marketing yourself” is the truest edge in high-rollers.

From double-board bomb-pots in the Arctic to four-bet battles on Poker Night in America, we unpack the mind-game, the money game, and the human game... plus a few leaks we’re still plugging.

If you’re chasing freedom through cards... or just wondering how a calm Canadian-Chinese grinder became the “Queen of Triton”, hit play, drop a comment, and let’s keep pushing the ceiling higher!

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Introduction & Xuan’s breakthrough Triton win

01:45 – Are there other female high-roller champs?

03:30 – Where Xuan ranks among the game’s top women

05:35 – The real barriers keeping women out of high-stakes poker

08:55 – Selling action online as a launchpad to live events

11:45 – Why community (and clean staking deals) matter

14:30 – Cash-game cred vs. tournament glory

18:50 – Stream games, thumbnails & the “female click-factor”

22:00 – The $2k cross-Canada bankroll challenge

28:15 – Yukon bomb-pots and soft PLO edges

33:40 – Wild travel poker tales from Newfoundland to Nunavut

38:45 – Couch-surfing, poverty roots & those early $5k shots

40:45 – Cutting costs: practical tips for the tour-grind lifestyle

43:50 – Re-igniting passion, building brand & fresh content goals

46:30 – WSOP plans, mixed-game temptations and China tour

50:15 – Dating on pause: focus, independence & life balance

52:45 – Growing the women’s game: golf analogy & untapped markets

55:40 – Final reflections, bracelet dreams & sign-off

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Alright, so I sat down with French OG for this episode of Winning The Game Of Life. This guy's got a wild background – went from grinding poker tables, understanding odds and variance, to coaching guys through the even more complex and sometimes brutal game of modern dating. We didn't waste time on fluff; we jumped straight into the deep end, applying strategic thinking and probability to figure out what actually works with women, relationships, and frankly, just navigating human psychology when the stakes feel high.

Expect some takes that might make you uncomfortable. French OG dropped some bombs, like comparing personality to makeup and arguing why chasing commitment can kill attraction. We went back and forth on whether optimizing for 'lays' is a fundamental mistake (a point where I think the Red Pill logic often breaks down), debated the real source of confidence, and even touched on whether my blue hair stunt was a calculated 'polarizing' move. It's raw, unfiltered, and definitely not your standard dating advice.

If you're tired of simplistic answers and want to explore the messy variables, the actual 'game theory' behind attraction and connection, then you need to check this out. We dissect common assumptions, challenge popular narratives, and try to find a real edge in understanding this crucial part of life. Hit play, listen close, and then tell me in the comments where you think we got it right or wrong – figuring this stuff out is part of winning the game.

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro: Meet French OG

01:35 – Twitter Truths & Trolls

04:45 – French OG: Poker Player to Dating Coach

09:15 – Poker Strategy Applied to Dating

13:47 – Confidence, Uncertainty & Poker Mindset

16:10 – Coaching Smart Guys (INTJs)

18:20 – Boundaries vs. Ultimatums in Dating

20:30 – Dealing with Randomness (Poker & Life)

23:34 – Culture Clash: Agency vs. Environment

25:05 – Poker Analogy: Know Your Value & Spot

27:38 – Jungleman's Blue Hair: Polarizing Works

31:39 – Don't Be Average

32:10 – Niche Strategy: Poker Tables & Dating Apps

34:27 – Red Pill Critique: Optimize LIFE, Not Lays

36:16 – Lust vs. Love: Who Secures the Relationship?

37:03 – Debate: Leading with Relationship Intent

40:05 – Filtering for Partner vs. Max Quantity

44:45 – Why Men Shouldn't Chase Relationships

45:50 – Red Pill Flaw: Metrics Aren't Everything

48:05 – Defining Male Personality

48:39 – Coaching Different Men, Different Goals

53:40 – Advice for the "Average" Guy

58:24 – Looks, Fitness & Self-Care Matter

01:00:30 – Ripped vs. Money vs. Confidence Debate

01:04:40 – Personality is Male "Makeup"

01:07:20 – The "Good Woman" Debate

01:12:15 – Compatibility vs. Pedestals

01:14:05 – Predictable vs. Exciting Relationships

01:20:15 – Control Dynamics & Dealing with Damage

01:21:05 – Final Thoughts & Outro

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French OG says that "Personality is makeup for men". Is 'game' the ultimate equalizer, or do looks/status still dominate? Weigh in!