In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about those hands that sting — folding to a bluff, losing to a rivered two-outer — even when your decisions were spot on. It’s easy to feel bad in the moment, but if your opponents are making the mistakes and you’re playing well, you’re winning the long game. That’s what really matters — and why you should actually feel good.

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In this episode, Valerio and Ray break down the art of exploitation at the poker table — spotting patterns, reading tendencies, and using your opponents’ habits against them. From folding against sudden river aggression to pounding on limpers with big bets, it’s all about playing the player… not the cards.

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In this episode, Valerio and Ray reflect on a dip in performance in their home game after proudly claiming their winning categories. Were they trying to protect the title instead of playing their best game? From blunted aggression to fear of losing status, they unpack how ego can quietly sabotage your strategy.

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What do Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic have to teach us about poker? In this episode, Valerio and Ray explore how the grace of Federer, the grit of Nadal, and the meticulous prep of Djokovic can shape your game at the table. From emotional control to reading opponents — some of the sharpest poker lessons come straight from the tennis court.

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In this beginner-friendly episode, Valerio and Ray break down how to read the board in Texas Hold’em. From memorising your hole cards preflop to spotting danger on the flop, turn, and river — you’ll learn the key shortcuts to see what hands might beat you. Flushes, full houses, straights… it’s all about knowing what’s out there.

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What if Clint Eastwood, Harrison Ford, Mel Gibson, and Sylvester Stallone sat down for a game of poker? In this episode, Valerio and Ray imagine how their iconic movie personas would play: Eastwood sharp and silent, Ford tricky and adventurous, Gibson wild and unpredictable, Stallone relentless and unbreakable. A fun blend of film, psychology, and poker wisdom.

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Poker is a game of decisions — but emotions are always there, whispering in the background. In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about the emotional journey of playing: the highs of lucky streaks, the lows of brutal beats, and the calm required to play well through it all. Recognising and managing emotions is not just useful — it’s essential.

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This one’s for the beginners — but also for organisers who want to help new players settle in. In this episode, Valerio and Ray go over the basics: hand rankings, when pots are shared, what decisions you face at each street, and who shows their hand first. A simple, clear guide to help newer players feel more confident at the table.

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