Talking Global Poker

Ep. 42 Mychael Robertson: Baccarat Degen to Poker Crusher

July 28, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MB

Mychael Robertson is a poker pro who’s known as Aceontheway on the Global streets He and Sean give us a quick East coast tour, a final table of Global crushers, Global’s entertaining chat. Mychael tells us a little about his first Vegas trip where he experienced an exhilarating hands with Jacks! He climbed out of an initial deficit and climbing his way out. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker si...

Ep. 41 Scoop 08 is great!

June 02, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 67.8 MB

A little deviation this episode as Sean hosts split pot specialist and coach Greg Vail, writer of the of the SCOOP! book series. which you can find here: https://doublesuited.net/ Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast because we love the unique sense of community it promotes through social media and we want it known that all are welcome. If you wish t...

Ep. 40 Range Trainer Pro

May 04, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MB

Kenneth (K.L.) Cleeton is embedded in the poker world in many ways. First as a player, then as a streamer, tool developer and all around poker advocate. Known as Highands89 on Global Poker and other platforms, K.L. has had quite the journey in his poker career while facing a major challenge of living with the debilitating condition of Spinal Muscular Atrophy. In this podcast with Sean, he’s quite candid about his disability and advocates strongly for the disability community. He also reve...

Ep. 39 Taylor Made To Gamble

April 20, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MB

Higher stake tournament regs will recognize this weeks guest, winning Global grinder, Iowan Taylor Howard, known on the streets as weSHALLgambol. Friendly rivals, Sean and Taylor recall some of their clashes on the felt and an onerous table mate. Taylor takes us through his poker journey and recounts how he was jarred back to earth, nearly going broke after basking in his first big score. Instead of retreating from the game, it was the motivation for him to get real and dive into serious ...

Ep. 38 Mikey D does Global

March 15, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 74 MB

This week it’s poker pro Mike Del Vecchio joining Sean on the cast. He’s BirdieEagle72 on Global, winner of the GP Summer Series II main event, not to mention three consecutive deep runs in the Aussie Millions, a WPT championship along with a massive score in a Five Diamond Classic Event to put him over 3 million dollars in live earnings. He also played in the real Molly's Game. More not need be said to make every poker player want to tune in. …Well, there is another thing: The pas...

Ep. 37 Sixes is surprisingly sane!

March 08, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

This week the podcast is pleased to introduce Shaundle Pruitt, better known as Crazysixes on the Global streets. He and Sean have an engaging discussion covering a range of poker topics, including Black Friday recovery. In addition to being a player, Shaundle is a popular Twitch streamer, dabbles in real estate and outside investing. He’s been a disciplined bankroll manager from the beginning. (Sean confesses he was not!) A family man, Shaundle emphasizes the importance of balancing tim...

Ep. 36 Waylaid in Washington

February 16, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

Welcome to the second season of Talking Global Poker! We want to thank our loyal listeners who have consistently supported the podcast not only by listening but also for the feedback you’ve provided on how we can improve it. Also, thanks to Global for it’s support, in particular Marketing Operations Head, Henrik Nilsson. For the season opener we have another very entertaining episode featuring professional poker player and a consistent Global winner (when he played), Mike Coombs. Sean ...

Ep. 35 Poker Guru - Tommy Angelo

January 12, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

Tommy Angelo started playing poker at the age of 14, many years ago. His path took him to coaching but Tommy is no garden variety poker coach. His unique, mindful teachings emphasize the mental game with lifestyle options for both recreational players and top pros such as Phil Galfond. Tommy tells Sean about some of the not so obvious tools he applies to enhance his students, rediscovering passion for poker is just one of them. He’s also a prolific author of poker books. You can find ...

Poker Guru - Tommy Angelo

January 12, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

Tommy Angelo started playing poker at the age of 14, many years ago. His path took him to coaching but Tommy is no garden variety poker coach. His unique, mindful teachings emphasize the mental game with lifestyle options for both recreational players and top pros such as Phil Galfond. Tommy tells Sean about some of the not so obvious tools he applies to enhance his students, rediscovering passion for poker is just one of them. He’s also a prolific author of poker books. You can find ...

Ep. 34 Lappy no longer rages!

December 28, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MB

In this episode Seanell interviews longtime poker streamer Justin "LappyRage" Lapka. Justin discusses his early days of grinding Mtt's, why he doesn't "Rage" as often and relocating out of the US in order to play full-time. They have a very informative exchange about bankroll management that you won't want to miss. Follow the link to see Lappy's tilt compilation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=FkCCjfun7sY Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell...

Ep. 33 Turning Tech into Poker Dreams

December 17, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MB

New to Global but not to poker, Nipun Java started playing as a rec for breaks from an intense job in the Tech industry. After hitting a couple of six figure scores online, he was then faced with a choice of going pro or staying in a lucrative career. With his love for poker, the choice was clear. Nipun expanded to live and took the L.A. Poker rooms by storm. After a few years of piling up cashes, he moved to Vegas where he is now a 2x bracelet winner. Nipun is also the number 2 all time ...

Ep. 32 DuQueen, The King.

December 07, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

DuQueen2Q has made multiple deep runs in Global’s biggest tournaments, including Scrimmage & Teaser wins and a Rattlesnake H trophy. In this informative episode, Sean and Brady talk about his poker journey, past mistakes and adjustments, live play versus online and a wide range of strategy including ICM play, game choice and a host of other subjects. All those interested in playing the Global Poker Podcast Freeroll with bounties on Thursday December 10th at 9:10pm EST, the password for en...

Ep. 31 Jesse Sylvia, The Consummate Pro

November 25, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 52 MB

TGP welcomes Jesse Sylvia for a special episode. Jesse’s lustrous career is highlighted by capturing a WPT championship at the 2017 Borgata Poker Open and his unforgettable second place run in the 2012 WSOP Main Event. Sean and Jesse discuss these accomplishments in addition to the state of poker, life as a pro, staking and a range of other subjects. This is a must listen for all poker players. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friend...

Ep. 30 All In With A.J.

November 09, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

The Podcast welcomes Robert Iler. The former Sopranos star opens up about the show, his transition to poker after it ended, beating addiction, podcasting, and winning a Goat trophy on Global. Sean and Rob have great energy which makes for a fun interview with plenty of laughs as well as great takeaways. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast because we l...

Ep. 29 Steady as it Toes

October 27, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

GodsBigToe -- now there's a poker moniker and actually a damn good poker player. Jarred Gabin has been playing a long time with great online success on Global and other sites. He's also a frequent Twitch streamer discussing all this and more with Ken "WizOfAz" Sumner during a recent conversation with BigToe. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast bec...

Steady as it Toes

October 27, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

GodsBigToe -- now there's a poker moniker and actually a damn good poker player. Jarred Gabin has been playing a long time with great online success on Global and other sites. He's also a frequent Twitch streamer discussing all this and more with Ken "WizOfAz" Sumner during a recent conversation with BigToe. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast bec...

Ep. 28 Truth Sayer, Table Slayer

October 09, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MB

Poker player, Poker Commentator, Vegan, Attorney, Traveler, joke writer, dog lover, Jamie Kerstetter does a lot. Today Sean and Jamie discuss all of it in addition to Postle where Sean reveals who’s side he’s on, might surprise you. It did Jamie. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast because we love the unique sense of community it promotes through soci...

Ep. 27 ICM Dad knows best!

September 25, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

Known to his buddies as ICM Dad, Chris O’Neil (AFA567) regularly crushes Global MTT’s. In this episode, Sean and Chris discuss Global’s ever shifting structures and guarantees. They talk some strategy, ICM and more. We learn about Chris’ poker journey and how he moved locations to accommodate his poker ambitions. Additionally, Sean uses the platform to reveal his feelings on the StonedLife situation as well as a quick game of “What does Chris know?” Independently Produced by Sam Bern...

Ep. 26 Matt Affleck passion is poker!

September 14, 2020 17:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

Longtime respected Pro Matt Affleck has been playing poker professionally for14 years with over $3m in earnings, including a deep run in the WSOP for a cool half a million! He joined Global a couple of years ago as ColdBrew and has scored a couple of Sunday Scrimmage FT appearances. He and Sean discuss Matt’s evolution through playing the circuit the pros and cons of online VS live, and a good exchange on deep tournament/ICM strategy. Matt’s also a coach with Pokercoaching.com and is a pro...

Ep. 26 Matt Affleck's passion is poker!

September 14, 2020 17:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

Longtime respected Pro Matt Affleck has been playing poker professionally for14 years with over $3m in earnings, including a deep run in the WSOP for a cool half a million! He joined Global a couple of years ago as ColdBrew and has scored a couple of Sunday Scrimmage FT appearances. He and Sean discuss Matt’s evolution through playing the circuit the pros and cons of online VS live, and a good exchange on deep tournament/ICM strategy. Matt’s also a coach with Pokercoaching.com and is a pro...

Ep. 25 He loves Durrrr!

September 01, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MB

This week it's Global crusher Aaron Sandberg -- known on the Global streets as iloveTomDwan -- and Sean talking specifics about Global tournaments, up and down swings and the various flavors of Global tourneys. An Ivy Leaguer, Aaron played tennis in college and educates Sean about the sport of Pickle Ball. There's some good hand analysis in the cast which you won't want to miss. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing o...

Ep. 24 Robert Turner Poker legend, innovator, still grinding!

August 25, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

Sean's been on a kick about poker history so we are fortunate to have Robert Turner as our guest this week. Robert is a legendary poker player most well-known for introducing the game of Omaha poker to Nevada in 1982. He's earned a bracelet in 7 card stud and has cashed five times at the WSOP main event, including a final table. He created Legends of Poker for the Bicycle Casino in 1995 and Live at the Bike, the first live gaming site broadcast on the Internet in 2002. He is currently wor...

Ep 24 Robert Turner Poker legend, innovator, still grinding!

August 25, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

Sean's been on a kick about poker history so we are fortunate to have Robert Turner as our guest this week. Robert is a legendary poker player most well-known for introducing the game of Omaha poker to Nevada in 1982. He's earned a bracelet in 7 card stud and has cashed five times at the WSOP main event, including a final table. He created Legends of Poker for the Bicycle Casino in 1995 and Live at the Bike, the first live gaming site broadcast on the Internet in 2002. He is currently wor...

Ep. 23 The Poker Scribe

August 13, 2020 16:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MB

Barry Carter has penned numerous poker related magazine articles and blogs as well as having co-written 4 poker books. The latest is PKO Poker Strategy on which he collaborated with recent Talking Global Poker podcast guest Dara O'Kearney. He’s also a recreational poker player. In this episode, Sean and Barry explore the various formats of tournaments with an emphasis on the Mental Game of Poker, the title of a book that Barry happened to co-author! Independently Produced by Sam Bernard...

Ep. 22 CryptoKilla

August 05, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MB

Known as CryptoKilla on Global, Ben Watts plays many of the site’s premium MTT’s. He and Sean discuss the nuances of Tournament play at different points in the structure. Ben recalls how just recently was on a pretty severe downswing and how recently he got out of it with a couple of nice binks and a TOC championship.. Two of Global’s critical thinking players exchanging ideas. Don’t miss this one. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became ...

Ep. 21 The Mouth Talks!

July 28, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MB

Today we have the shy and often reserved Mike Matusow on the podcast. With great skill, Sean amazingly gets the"mouth" to open up and express his strong opinions on a variety of topics. You’re not going to want to miss this one featuring a 4 bracelet, 2x Wsop ME finalist. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast because we love the unique sense of community...

Ep. 20 Author, Runner, Champion

July 18, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MB

With 3.2 million dollars in combined online & live tournament winnings, Dara O’Kearney obviously runs deep in poker tournaments as well as major long distance marathons. Also, a prolific poker blogger and author focused on specialized games, his latest coincides with Global’s introduction of Progressive Knockout Tourneys. Sean engages Dara in high level discussions. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online ...

Ep. 19 "Ichoose you"

July 07, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MB

Seanell interviews one of Global's young wizards, David Steinke, known on the virtual felt as "ichooseU" Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast because we love the unique sense of community it promotes through social media and we want it known that all are welcome. If you wish to support us continuing please visit our patreon site below or Paypal at Talk...

Ep.19 FaderHoldz is Montana Peavler from Kentucky.

June 30, 2020 18:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

This week Seanell introduces up and coming Tourney crusher FaderHoldz. They discuss confidence as an important element, tilt triggers, adjusting stakes from up and down swings. Montana started playing cash two years ago on Global and recently transitioned to tournaments and has found success, recently making a deep run in the Teaser for a big cash. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site Global...

Ep.18 FaderHoldz is Montana Peavler from Kentucky.

June 30, 2020 18:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

This week Seanell introduces up and coming Tourney crusher FaderHoldz. They discuss confidence as an important element, tilt triggers, adjusting stakes from up and down swings. Montana started playing cash two years ago on Global and recently transitioned to tournaments and has found success, recently making a deep run in the Teaser for a big cash. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site Global...

FaderHoldz is Montana Peavler from Kentucky.

June 30, 2020 18:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

This week Seanell introduces up and coming Tourney crusher FaderHoldz. They discuss confidence as an important element, tilt triggers, adjusting stakes from up and down swings. Montana started playing cash two years ago on Global and recently transitioned to tournaments and has found success, recently making a deep run in the Teaser for a big cash. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site Global...

episode 17. CatHairIcecream

June 19, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

Nick Clausen admits he has ADD but with a screen name like CatHairIceCream, it’s a good bet he’s overcome it. A couple years ago he was streaming tournaments, even winning a trophy. He now plays 1-2 cash games, and once in a while posts one his funny trolls in the Global Poker Facebook Forum. Sean and Nick cover the positive changes Global has implemented, comparing it to other available options. It’s both an informative and fun exchange between the Global veterans. Here is the link to s...

Ep.17 CatHairIcecream

June 19, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

Nick Clausen admits he has ADD but with a screen name like CatHairIceCream, it’s a good bet he’s overcome it. A couple years ago he was streaming tournaments, even winning a trophy. He now plays 1-2 cash games, and once in a while posts one his funny trolls in the Global Poker Facebook Forum. Sean and Nick cover the positive changes Global has implemented, comparing it to other available options. It’s both an informative and fun exchange between the Global veterans. Here is the link to s...

Ep. 16 TGP keeping up with the Jones'

June 09, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

Books, blogs, and banter is one way to encapsulate Lee Jones’ long reach into the world of online poker. The one-time manager of PokerStars cardroom is also an author, poker coach and consultant. These days he is an official blogger for Global Poker. You can find his Global writings here: https://globalpoker.com/poker-school. Lee and Sean discuss a wide range of online poker topics in episode 16, now playing on all platforms. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Conne...

Ep. 15 Turning chips into cash

May 31, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MB

Known on the Global cash streets as “Ashura,” Aditya Sadhu has been grinding through the ranks for a couple of years and is now crushing the higher stakes. On this episode, he talks about balancing a full schedule of college with playing poker over 30 hours a week, educates Seanell on cash game selection, something called buttoning and refreshingly expresses his disdain for MTT’s. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while pla...

Hypersode 10

May 28, 2020 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

The last of the Rattlers, Hand of the Week, Sean wins ANOTHER trophy…What?!? Even he thinks it’s rigged! Follow along as Seanell and Wiz shred this hand sent by Josh Lick. https://play.globalpoker.com/gp/10/hand/5eb205f829854e0001453fc7 Any thoughts or comments, email them to us. If you see any interesting hands, send the HH and players to [email protected]. If chosen as Hand of the week, you will be awarded an 11sc tournament entry ticket. Independently Produced by Sam Berna...

Hypersode 9

May 21, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MB

Rattle Tattlers, a ghost sighting, Hand of the Week, bounties, and Seanell takes a ***** Follow Sean and Wiz as they breakdown this hand sent by Josh Lick. https://play.globalpoker.com/gp/10/hand/5eb205f829854e0001453fc7 Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast because we love the unique sense of community it promotes through social media and we want it k...

Ep. 14 "So, TjHousyomama?"

May 18, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

Update!! Tj has just won the 18 H Rattlesnake!!! The NLHE SC 20,000 Guaranteed. It happened right after this podcast was recorded. So we at Talking Global Poker give a big congratulations TJ! Now here is our own Sean Connell to talk to him about what it takes to get there. Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast because we love the unique sense of c...

Ep 13 Climbing Higher

May 06, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Seanell and IEnjoyTheMountains (Elijah Flowers) get into tournament staking and high level strategy on this episode. Winning grinder Flowers validates the old saying, “Tighter is righter!” Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast because we love the unique sense of community it promotes through social media and we want it known that all are welcome. If you...

Ep 13. Climbing Higher

May 06, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Seanell and IEnjoyTheMountains (Elijah Flowers) get into tournament staking and high level strategy on this episode. Winning grinder Flowers validates the old saying, “Tighter is righter!” Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast because we love the unique sense of community it promotes through social media and we want it known that all are welcome. If you...

Ep. 13 Climbing Higher

May 06, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Seanell and IEnjoyTheMountains (Elijah Flowers) get into tournament staking and high level strategy on this episode. Winning grinder Flowers validates the old saying, “Tighter is righter!” Independently Produced by Sam Bernard, Ken Sumner & Sean Connell, the three of us became friends while playing on the online poker site GlobalPoker.com and started this Podcast because we love the unique sense of community it promotes through social media and we want it known that all are welcome. If you...

Hypersode 08: Hand of the week, Home Series finale, giveaways, The Rattlesnakes!

May 01, 2020 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

Follow as Sean and Wiz breakdown the Hand of the Week from AFA567 https://play.globalpoker.com/gp/10/hand/5ea62b47f7b7d800016788fb?fbclid=IwAR2bdQKv_886odU1Yohqo9BEWKk_W4UC-o2tqTbqKSQ9O81D5q8c5iE2OP8 Question contest: 1. In the last podcast Wiz refers to Jsmith84 as a Professional Poker player and a___ lawyer. 2. What did Jsmith84 flip at a live table to help him make a decision? 3. Who wrote the Pulitzer Prize winning book that is referred to in this Episode? 4. What city...