Cracking Aces
345 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 874 ratingsPresented by Barstool Sports, Cracking Aces is the newest podcast tackling all things poker, hosted by Nate, Smitty, and Mintzy from Barstool and professional poker player Jake Toole. It will feature the fun side of the poker world and exclusive interviews with the top players. Buckle up and enjoy!
You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
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Ep 119 - Chance Kornuth Teaches Us How To Win Poker Tournaments
January 19, 2022 01:05Welcome back! Today is a jam packed poker episode with the boys. We touch on some things like Dipthrong's multi-accounting allegations, and then are joined by tournament crusher Chance Kornuth, fresh off back to back tournament victories out in Vegas. He tells us about how to play different spots in poker tournaments, the mental side of thing, how to improve, his coaching, and lots of other cool inside info about how to win tournaments. Chance was great, and is giving CA listeners 1 week of f...
Ep 118 - Smitty Might Be Dead By Next Episode
January 12, 2022 01:05Hi all! Poker is slow right now but the show goes on! We have a presenting sponsor now so please support us and them! The show is a good one this week- Smitty is dying, possibly from a disease the doctors will ultimately name after him. We touch on the Rico Bosco situation, Jake's condo squatter situation, a #BenMintzMonitorUpdate, how much money you can make on YouTube, and we could use YOUR help (maybe). Plus, Smitty's kid and dog join the show. Thanks for all your support, rate 5 stars pl...
Ep 118 - Smitty Might Be Dead By Next Episode
January 12, 2022 01:05Hi all! Poker is slow right now but the show goes on! We have a presenting sponsor now so please support us and them! The show is a good one this week- Smitty is dying, possibly from a disease the doctors will ultimately name after him. We touch on the Rico Bosco situation, Jake's condo squatter situation, a #BenMintzMonitorUpdate, how much money you can make on YouTube, and we could use YOUR help (maybe). Plus, Smitty's kid and dog join the show. Thanks for all your support, rate 5 stars ple...
Ep 117 - Poker, Salads, and Taking Acid In 2022...Plus Annie Duke Is Probably A Witch
January 05, 2022 00:32Welcome back and happy new year! We have a great show today- who is the best poker player who gets not enough recognition? Also, Jake has a squatter at his condo that he can't get rid of and Nate might move to Florida and start doing a bunch of acid. Plus is Annie Duke a witch? Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep 117 - Poker, Salads, and Taking Acid In 2022...Plus Annie Duke Is Probably A Witch
January 05, 2022 00:32Welcome back and happy new year! We have a great show today- who is the best poker player who gets not enough recognition? Also, Jake has a squatter at his condo that he can't get rid of and Nate might move to Florida and start doing a bunch of acid. Plus is Annie Duke a witch? Enjoy!
Ep 116 - New Years Resolutions, Idiocracy, How Did People Survive in the 1300s, Life, And Merry Christmas
December 22, 2021 21:58Nate and Smitty wrap up the year talking New Years resolutions in life and poker, they talk about how weird life is and how strange the rituals we do on Earth are, dive into how the human race survived the 1300s, what a funny guy Trump is, more life talk, and Jake joins to wish us all a Merry Xmas and Happy New Year. Thanks to everyone who checks out the show, leave us a 5 star Xmas review and we appreciate the love and support as always <3 You can find every episode of this show on Apple P...
Ep 116 - New Years Resolutions, Idiocracy, How Did People Survive in the 1300s, Life, And Merry Christmas
December 22, 2021 21:58Nate and Smitty wrap up the year talking New Years resolutions in life and poker, they talk about how weird life is and how strange the rituals we do on Earth are, dive into how the human race survived the 1300s, what a funny guy Trump is, more life talk, and Jake joins to wish us all a Merry Xmas and Happy New Year. Thanks to everyone who checks out the show, leave us a 5 star Xmas review and we appreciate the love and support as always <3
Ep 115 - There Was A Time When Smitty And Nate Thought They'd Never Speak To Each Other Ever Again
December 16, 2021 00:56Welcome to a very special episode of CA with your hosts, former enemies Smitty and Nate. They talk about Smitty's trip to Vegas, the inner-drama at Barstool, their former beef, Covid ravaging NYC again, being depressed, and a bunch more. First time they've ever done a show together, you'll love it. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep 115 - There Was A Time When Smitty And Nate Thought They'd Never Speak To Each Other Ever Again
December 16, 2021 00:56Welcome to a very special episode of CA with your hosts, former enemies Smitty and Nate. They talk about Smitty's trip to Vegas, the inner-drama at Barstool, their former beef, Covid ravaging NYC again, being depressed, and a bunch more. First time they've ever done a show together, you'll love it.
Ep 114 - The Shaun Deeb Interview Episode
December 08, 2021 02:32Today we are joined by Shaun Deeb, who we could have talked to for another 2 hours. He doesn't hold back his thoughts on anything...and anyone. Tells us who in the poker world he wants to fight, some good stories from the old online days, why he considers his WSOP a failure despite winning the $25k PLO bracelet, and much more. Plus, should Ben Mintz and Nate fight at RnR???? Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-fre...
Ep 114 - The Shaun Deeb Interview Episode
December 08, 2021 02:32Today we are joined by Shaun Deeb, who we could have talked to for another 2 hours. He doesn't hold back his thoughts on anything...and anyone. Tells us who in the poker world he wants to fight, some good stories from the old online days, why he considers his WSOP a failure despite winning the $25k PLO bracelet, and much more. Plus, should Ben Mintz and Nate fight at RnR???? Enjoy!
Ep 113 - The Josh Arieh Interview Episode (2021 WSOP Player Of The Year) And BBQ Talk
December 01, 2021 03:32Welcome to episode 113! Today we are joined by old school legend Josh Arieh who just won the 2021 WSOP Player of the Year! He picked up 2 bracelets in a heroic series, beating Hellmuth and Negreanu for the title of POY. We learned about his gambling background, going busto, getting rich, and going busto time after time, how his mental state effects his poker approach, old gambling stories, his 3rd place finish in the 2004 Main Event, and much more. Before he hops on the line we talk about BBQ...
Ep 113 - The Josh Arieh Interview Episode (2021 WSOP Player Of The Year) And BBQ Talk
December 01, 2021 03:32Welcome to episode 113! Today we are joined by old school legend Josh Arieh who just won the 2021 WSOP Player of the Year! He picked up 2 bracelets in a heroic series, beating Hellmuth and Negreanu for the title of POY. We learned about his gambling background, going busto, getting rich, and going busto time after time, how his mental state effects his poker approach, old gambling stories, his 3rd place finish in the 2004 Main Event, and much more. Before he hops on the line we talk about BB...
Ep 112 - The Boys Go To Therapy And Then Are Joined By Professional Baseball Player And Poker Crusher Rhett Wiseman
November 24, 2021 00:29We are thankful for each and every one of you. The episode starts with a quick therapy session about life, happiness, and what it means. After we dig deep into our souls (go to therapy, you won't be disappointed) we are joined by Rhett Wiseman, a college world series champion and 3rd round pick by the Washington Nationals who just finished 249th in the Main Event. He tells great stories about life in the minors while also crushing cash games in podunk minor league towns. There is a lot of ov...
Ep 112 - The Boys Go To Therapy And Then Are Joined By Professional Baseball Player And Poker Crusher Rhett Wiseman
November 24, 2021 00:29We are thankful for each and every one of you. The episode starts with a quick therapy session about life, happiness, and what it means. After we dig deep into our souls (go to therapy, you won't be disappointed) we are joined by Rhett Wiseman, a college world series champion and 3rd round pick by the Washington Nationals who just finished 249th in the Main Event. He tells great stories about life in the minors while also crushing cash games in podunk minor league towns. There is a lot of ove...
Ep 111 - The WSOP Main Event Break Down With Special Guest Jeff Platt
November 18, 2021 22:05It's the day after the WSOP Main Event and we had to do a bonus episode to talk about George Holmes heroic battle and the rest of the major storylines from the Main. We are joined by the legendary Jeff Platt of PokerGo to get an inside look at all the great stories from the last week. The Dirty Diaper, the hand that was played blind, Norman Chad, and some bozo who dusted off 100bbs with 43ss. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members...
Ep 111 - The WSOP Main Event Break Down With Special Guest Jeff Platt
November 18, 2021 22:05It's the day after the WSOP Main Event and we had to do a bonus episode to talk about George Holmes heroic battle and the rest of the major storylines from the Main. We are joined by the legendary Jeff Platt of PokerGo to get an inside look at all the great stories from the last week. The Dirty Diaper, the hand that was played blind, Norman Chad, and some bozo who dusted off 100bbs with 43ss. Enjoy!
Ep 110 - The Complete Jake Toole 67th Place WSOP Main Event Saga With Hand Histories, Strategy, Stories, and More
November 17, 2021 04:27Jake is back from Vegas with a 67th place MAIN EVENT finish under his wing. He walks us through all 6 days- hand histories, mind set, strategy, stories, and more. A very cool episode inside the mind of one of the best poker players (and our hero) in the world. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep 110 - The Complete Jake Toole 67th Place WSOP Main Event Saga With Hand Histories, Strategy, Stories, and More
November 17, 2021 04:27Jake is back from Vegas with a 67th place MAIN EVENT finish under his wing. He walks us through all 6 days- hand histories, mind set, strategy, stories, and more. A very cool episode inside the mind of one of the best poker players (and our hero) in the world.
Ep 109 - Nate Punted The Main Event And The Boys Let Him Have It
November 08, 2021 18:04Day 1 of the Main is in the books and Smitty is moving on, Mintz is moving on, Jake is moving on...and Nate punted in spectacular fashion. We talk about what happened, Smitty calls Nate an asshole 1,000 times, and Jake is mostly just disgusted by it. Enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep 109 - Nate Punted The Main Event And The Boys Let Him Have It
November 08, 2021 18:04Day 1 of the Main is in the books and Smitty is moving on, Mintz is moving on, Jake is moving on...and Nate punted in spectacular fashion. We talk about what happened, Smitty calls Nate an asshole 1,000 times, and Jake is mostly just disgusted by it. Enjoy!
Ep 108 - Dave Portnoy WILL Be At The WSOP
November 02, 2021 22:00Welcome to episode 108. We start with the breaking news that the entire crew is playing the WSOP Main Event, and our fearless leader Dave Portnoy will be in the house on Sunday to "cheer" us on. We talk more about Main Event starting days, the mental side of playing the Main, Doyle Brunson the legend, being free vs having a family, climbing mountains, and more! We're on our way out west for the Main, so follow us on social to follow along. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Po...
Ep 108 - Dave Portnoy WILL Be At The WSOP
November 02, 2021 22:00Welcome to episode 108. We start with the breaking news that the entire crew is playing the WSOP Main Event, and our fearless leader Dave Portnoy will be in the house on Sunday to "cheer" us on. We talk more about Main Event starting days, the mental side of playing the Main, Doyle Brunson the legend, being free vs having a family, climbing mountains, and more! We're on our way out west for the Main, so follow us on social to follow along.
Ep 107 - All The Poker Advice From Jake
October 27, 2021 02:34The full crew is back today and we spend a good chunk picking Jake's brain about WSOP tips, playing deep stacked with long structures, adjustments, and more. We also talk sandwiches, tips for youngins who want to be pro poker players, Jeff Platt, and some good ol' other odd n ends. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep 107 - All The Poker Advice From Jake
October 27, 2021 02:34The full crew is back today and we spend a good chunk picking Jake's brain about WSOP tips, playing deep stacked with long structures, adjustments, and more. We also talk sandwiches, tips for youngins who want to be pro poker players, Jeff Platt, and some good ol' other odd n ends.
Ep 106 - Was Ben Mintz Fooled By A Channing Tatum Impersonator At The Poker Table?
October 20, 2021 01:31The boys are back in town, talking about the time Mintz was possibly bamboozled by a fake Channing Tatum at the 1/3 table in New Orleans. They also talk about when Creed from The Office walked in on Nate in the bathroom taking a dump, when Smitty heckled a band into submission in college, and some poker talk too. A very fun episode, enjoy!
Ep 106 - Was Ben Mintz Fooled By A Channing Tatum Impersonator At The Poker Table?
October 20, 2021 01:31The boys are back in town, talking about the time Mintz was possibly bamboozled by a fake Channing Tatum at the 1/3 table in New Orleans. They also talk about when Creed from The Office walked in on Nate in the bathroom taking a dump, when Smitty heckled a band into submission in college, and some poker talk too. A very fun episode, enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool...
Ep 105: Mintzy Met His Poker Heroes In Vegas And Is Going To Ask Dave Portnoy To Back Him For The Main Event
October 14, 2021 23:16Mintzy is back so we had to get him on to talk about his 9 (9!!!) day stay in Vegas. We also talk a little Hellmuth blow-up aftermath, the reaction to the CA crew in Vegas, and Mintz is apparently going to ask Dave to back him for the Main Event. A fun episode for all. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep 105: Mintzy Met His Poker Heroes In Vegas And Is Going To Ask Dave Portnoy To Back Him For The Main Event
October 14, 2021 23:16Mintzy is back so we had to get him on to talk about his 9 (9!!!) day stay in Vegas. We also talk a little Hellmuth blow-up aftermath, the reaction to the CA crew in Vegas, and Mintz is apparently going to ask Dave to back him for the Main Event. A fun episode for all.
Ep 104 - The Phil Hellmuth Meltdown Episode
October 13, 2021 02:30-- Ben Mintz interviews Phil Hellmuth, Nate reacts to the new footage of a meltdown, we talk about Addamo winning everything, who is the best tournament player in the world right now? & much more You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep 104 - The Phil Hellmuth Meltdown Episode
October 13, 2021 02:30-- Ben Mintz interviews Phil Hellmuth, Nate reacts to the new footage of a meltdown, we talk about Addamo winning everything, who is the best tournament player in the world right now? & much more
Ep 103 - LIVE FROM VEGAS
October 05, 2021 23:33-- We made it! Nate & Mintz are in Vegas for the WSOP with plenty to talk about -- Enjoy & buy some merch! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep 103 - LIVE FROM VEGAS
October 05, 2021 23:33-- We made it! Nate & Mintz are in Vegas for the WSOP with plenty to talk about -- Enjoy & buy some merch!
Ep 102 - THE WSOP IS HERE FT. MARIA HO
September 30, 2021 20:45-- Nate, Smitty & Mintz have an awesome conversation with poker superstar Maria Ho. We discuss our WSOP schedules, give away a coaching lesson with Daniel Negreanu & much much more! -- Buy some merch and stay tuned on social all month for behind the scenes WSOP content! -- Twitter: @CrackingAAces, IG: @crackingaaces, show some love!
Ep 102 - THE WSOP IS HERE FT. MARIA HO
September 30, 2021 20:45-- Nate, Smitty & Mintz have an awesome conversation with poker superstar Maria Ho. We discuss our WSOP schedules, give away a coaching lesson with Daniel Negreanu & much much more! -- Buy some merch and stay tuned on social all month for behind the scenes WSOP content! -- Twitter: @CrackingAAces, IG: @crackingaaces, show some love! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/...
Ep 101 - Daniel Negreanu Interview and Special Guest KB No Swag
September 28, 2021 22:56On today's very special show presented by 3Chi promo code ACES we are joined by none other than Kid Poker himself, Daniel Negreanu. He dishes on his WSOP plans (you'll want to hear how confident he is!), on his battle with Doug Polk, his thoughts on Phil Hellmuth, how he stays mentally sharp while grinding the series, and what it's like to play the high stakes games. KB No Swag also joins us to intro and outro the interview because why the f not? Happy WSOP week, everyone. Enjoy! You can fi...
Ep 101 - Daniel Negreanu Interview and Special Guest KB No Swag
September 28, 2021 22:56On today's very special show presented by 3Chi promo code ACES we are joined by none other than Kid Poker himself, Daniel Negreanu. He dishes on his WSOP plans (you'll want to hear how confident he is!), on his battle with Doug Polk, his thoughts on Phil Hellmuth, how he stays mentally sharp while grinding the series, and what it's like to play the high stakes games. KB No Swag also joins us to intro and outro the interview because why the f not? Happy WSOP week, everyone. Enjoy!
Cracking Aces: EPISODE 100 - Ft. Brad Owen
September 21, 2021 23:00-- Nate, Smitty, & Jake are joined by cash game vlogger/overall legend Brad Owen. We discuss taking the leap into playing poker full-time, what it's like to play in front of 500K people, & what's in store for the future -- Thank you guys so much for listening! 100 episodes!
Cracking Aces: EPISODE 100 - Ft. Brad Owen
September 21, 2021 23:00-- Nate, Smitty, & Jake are joined by cash game vlogger/overall legend Brad Owen. We discuss taking the leap into playing poker full-time, what it's like to play in front of 500K people, & what's in store for the future -- Thank you guys so much for listening! 100 episodes! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep. 99 - PHIL HELLMUTH
September 14, 2021 22:39-- Nate, Mintz, & Jake are joined by 15-time bracelet winner, WSOP main event winner, poker hall of famer, Phil Hellmuth. We discuss the WSOP schedule, the cheapening of bracelets, old school vs. new school style of play, & Phil shares some stories and praise of the late Norm Macdonald. RIP You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep. 99 - PHIL HELLMUTH
September 14, 2021 22:39-- Nate, Mintz, & Jake are joined by 15-time bracelet winner, WSOP main event winner, poker hall of famer, Phil Hellmuth. We discuss the WSOP schedule, the cheapening of bracelets, old school vs. new school style of play, & Phil shares some stories and praise of the late Norm Macdonald. RIP
Ep 98 - Nate vs. Portnoy, Smitty Poker Update, & a VERY Special Guest: Jamie Kerstetter!!!
September 08, 2021 02:18-- Nate, Smitty, Mintz, & Jake are joined by poker player/WSOP commentator Jamie Kerstetter! We have an awesome conversation with her, discuss Nate's appearance on the Dave Portnoy Show, Smitty's poker play in marriage and fatherhood, Jake's relocation due to Hurricane Ida, & much more --Thanks for listening, and buy some merch!
Ep 98 - Nate vs. Portnoy, Smitty Poker Update, & a VERY Special Guest: Jamie Kerstetter!!!
September 08, 2021 02:18-- Nate, Smitty, Mintz, & Jake are joined by poker player/WSOP commentator Jamie Kerstetter! We have an awesome conversation with her, discuss Nate's appearance on the Dave Portnoy Show, Smitty's poker play in marriage and fatherhood, Jake's relocation due to Hurricane Ida, & much more --Thanks for listening, and buy some merch! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crack...
Ep 97 - Mintzy Tells Stories of His Poker Playing Glory, Smitty vs Poker vs Fatherhood, & ONE MONTH TIL WSOP
September 01, 2021 00:18-- Nate, Smitty, & Mintz discuss adapting to balance life & poker, debate playing with/without headphones/glasses, answer listener questions, & look ahead to our trip to Vegas for the WSOP
Ep 97 - Mintzy Tells Stories of His Poker Playing Glory, Smitty vs Poker vs Fatherhood, & ONE MONTH TIL WSOP
September 01, 2021 00:18-- Nate, Smitty, & Mintz discuss adapting to balance life & poker, debate playing with/without headphones/glasses, answer listener questions, & look ahead to our trip to Vegas for the WSOP You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep 96 - WSOP Champ Ryan Riess Joins to Discuss the NFT Market & the Upcoming WSOP Circuit
August 25, 2021 00:45-- Nate, Smitty, Mintz, & Jake our joined by a VERY special guest, 2013 WSOP Main Event Champion: Ryan Riess. We discuss Hellmuth vs. Mr. Beast heads up NLH, crypto punks & the NFT market space, & look forward to the WSOP circuit. -- Thanks for listening, buy some merch, cheers! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep 96 - WSOP Champ Ryan Riess Joins to Discuss the NFT Market & the Upcoming WSOP Circuit
August 25, 2021 00:45-- Nate, Smitty, Mintz, & Jake our joined by a VERY special guest, 2013 WSOP Main Event Champion: Ryan Riess. We discuss Hellmuth vs. Mr. Beast heads up NLH, crypto punks & the NFT market space, & look forward to the WSOP circuit. -- Thanks for listening, buy some merch, cheers!
Ep 95 - FT. CHRIS MONEYMAKER
August 17, 2021 22:54This week, we are joined by a VERY special guest, the 2003 WSOP Main Event Champion, Chris Moneymaker. We have an unreal interview with the man who changed poker forever, & discuss the WSOP, NFT's, playing cards in Hoboken, & much, much more You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
Ep 95 - FT. CHRIS MONEYMAKER
August 17, 2021 22:54This week, we are joined by a VERY special guest, the 2003 WSOP Main Event Champion, Chris Moneymaker. We have an unreal interview with the man who changed poker forever, & discuss the WSOP, NFT's, playing cards in Hoboken, & much, much more
Ep 94 - YOU HAVE TO WIN YOUR FLIPS
August 11, 2021 00:45This week, we discuss the fate of the WSOP as Covid continues to rear its ugly head, we break down Smitty's deep run in the Pennsylvania bracelet event, Nate shares stories from playing blackjack at Greektown with the Spittin' Chiclets boys, Mintz moving to a legal state, & much much more You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces