Episode 169 - Bringing Home The Hardware

Episode 169 - Bringing Home The Hardware

Author: Poker On The Mind Podcast March 11, 2023 Duration: 29:50
Welcome to Episode 169! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, we talked about Gareth’s recent trip to play live poker. Then we answered a listener question about hand ranges for the final table/stages of a tournament.

Topics discussed include:

● An update on the events Gareth played and the one he won at the Dublin Poker Festival
● Why final tables are unique and what this means for our starting ranges
● How risk premiums affect play
● Ways to study for and improve final table play

Want us to answer your poker question?

Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group!

Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab

Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits

Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Resources

Preorder Gareth’s New Book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV

Order Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVC

Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA
< 60 second video with the instructions for tactical breathing:

https://youtube.com/shorts/bMfR8nwQdto?feature=share

Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/

Check out Tricia’s on-demand mental game trainings at: https://www.peakpokermindset.com/








Ever find yourself staring at a tricky river decision or wondering how to stay focused during a long session? Poker On The Mind Podcast digs into those very moments, creating a space where the mental game and strategic play are given equal weight. This isn't about quick tips or hand history reviews alone; it's a deeper conversation about how we think at the tables. Each episode is built from listener questions, making the content directly relevant to the challenges you're actually facing, whether you're grinding online or heading to a live event. You'll hear discussions that dissect specific tournament scenarios, from late-stage bubble play to final table dynamics, alongside honest talks about maintaining emotional balance and building resilience. The goal is to provide a resource that helps you refine your decision-making process while also developing the psychological stamina the game demands. Tune in for a thoughtful blend of analysis and introspection, designed for players who believe improving their mindset is just as critical as mastering the math. This podcast lives in the intersection of Leisure, Education, and Sports, recognizing poker as the complex and fascinating pursuit that it is.
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