The Overlay: A Poker Podcast Hosted by two seasoned poker players from the Midwest, The Overlay dives deep into the American poker scene, from charity poker events and backroom home games to the high-stakes action at top poker rooms and casinos in Las Vegas. We explore cash games, tournaments, rules discussions, current poker events, and the evolving world of online poker, all while touching on the unique culture and allure that draws gamblers to the game. New episodes are released monthly, ...
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Liam McCabe and Reijo Palmiste talk about everything design (mostly digital) and a bit about Layers.
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Last Out Bets – Do the risks outweigh the rewards?
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Episode 108: Last Out Bets – The Ultimate Side Bet for Tournament Survival In this episode of The Overlay, a poker podcast, we’re talking about one of tournament poker’s favorite side hustles: Last Out Bets. Forget about just winning the tournament—this side bet is all about endurance. Players wager against each other to see who can survive the lon…
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HORSE at the WSOP Circuit Event at the Horseshoe in Hammond
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Episode 107: HORSE at the Horseshoe + a little PLO In this episode of The Overlay a poker podcast, we dive into our experience at the WSOP Circuit event at the Horseshoe in Hammond! We share the highs and lows, including Brandon’s impressive run to the final table in the HORSE tournament and Ken’s surprisingly controlled session in the Pot Limit Om…
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Episode 106: Poker Fact or Fiction: Debunking Common Poker Myths In this episode of The Overlay, we tackle some of the most common misconceptions about poker and reveal the truth behind them. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, understanding these myths can help you improve your game and see poker in a whole new light. From the m…
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A New Era in Poker: WSOP Purchase and the Evolution of the Game
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Episode 105: "A New Era in Poker: GG Poker's $500M WSOP Purchase and the Evolution of the Game" In this episode of The Overlay a poker podcast, we dive deep into the monumental acquisition of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) by GG Poker for a staggering $500 million. This deal has sent ripples through the poker community, and we’re here to break do…
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Cracking the Code: Poker Solver Software in Live Tournaments
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🎙️ Episode 104: "Fair Play or Foul? The Ethical Dilemma of Solvers in Live Poker" ♤♡♢♧ In this episode of "The Overlay, a poker podcast" we delve into the increasingly influential role of poker solver software being used in live poker tournaments. As technology advances, players gain unprecedented insights into optimal strategies and decision-makin…
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The Chicago Series of Poker ~ CSOP 2024
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🎙️ Episode 103: The 2024 Chicago Series of Poker ♤♡♢♧ In this episode of The Overlay a poker podcast, we break down the full schedule of the Chicago Series of Poker ~ CSOP 2024 ~ brought to you by CCG poker! Let's talk about mixed games, no limit tourneys, tag teams, special events, team tournaments and 40 $400 CSOP Main Event seats up for grabs. G…
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🎙️Weighing the Stakes: Pros and Cons of 1-2 vs. 1-3 Poker ♤♡♢♧
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🎙️ Episode 102: The Pros and Cons of 1-2 vs. 1-3 NLH Poker ♤♡♢♧ In this episode of The Overlay a poker podcast, we dive into the world of low-stakes poker, focusing on the popular 1-2 and 1-3 no limit holdem poker games. We'll break down the key differences between 1-2 and 1-3, including bankroll considerations, player tendencies, and strategy adju…
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"Behind the Felt: Interview with Liam Gannon, Poker's Best-Dressed"
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🎙️ Episode 101: Interview with Liam Gannon ♧♡♢♤ In this exclusive episode, we sit down with two time RunGood Poker ring winner Liam Gannon, known for his tournament prowess at the poker table, his poker reporting skills, and his impeccable sense of style. Known as "The Best-Dressed Player Poker", Liam brings a unique blend of charm, strategy, and s…
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#8 Posts, Moderation and Engagement
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Welcome to Overlay! This is the Official Layers Podcast brought to you by Liam McCabe (@liampmccabe) and Reijo Palmiste (@reijowrites). What is Layers? It's a design community platform where designers can connect, share work and build their portfolio. In this episode, Liam and Reijo discuss the introduction of the new Posts feature as well as the i…
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#7 Comments, Case Studies and Fund Raising
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Welcome to Overlay! This is the Official Layers Podcast brought to you by Liam McCabe (@liampmccabe) and Reijo Palmiste (@reijowrites). What is Layers? It's a design community platform where designers can connect, share work and build their portfolio. In this episode, Liam and Reijo discuss the issue of spam comments on design platforms and introdu…
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#6 Burnout, Bootstrapping and Portfolios
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Welcome to Overlay! This is the Official Layers Podcast brought to you by Liam McCabe (@liampmccabe) and Reijo Palmiste (@reijowrites). What is Layers? It's a design community platform where designers can connect, share work and build their portfolio. In this episode, Liam and Reijo discuss their experiences with burnout and how they have dealt wit…
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#5 Community Challenges with Tatiana O'Toole
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Welcome to Overlay! This is the Official Layers Podcast brought to you by Liam McCabe (@liampmccabe) and Reijo Palmiste (@reijowrites). What is Layers? It's a design community platform where designers can connect, share work and build their portfolio. In this episode Reijo and Liam talk to Tatiana O'Toole (@darumacreative), an illustrator and ident…
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Exploring Poker Payouts: Are They Too Top Heavy?
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🎙️ Episode 100: Problematic Payouts??? 💸 "Stacked or Stacked Against? Exploring Poker Payouts: Are They Too Top Heavy?" This episode of The Overlay covers a hotly debated topic among poker players: tournament payouts. Are they structured in a way that heavily favors the top finishers, leaving too many players out in the cold? Or to the Victor goes …
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#4 Design Ethics with Tatiana O'Toole
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Welcome to Overlay! This is the Official Layers Podcast brought to you by Liam McCabe (@liampmccabe) and Reijo Palmiste (@reijowrites). What is Layers? It's a design community platform where designers can connect, share work and build their portfolio. In this episode Reijo and Liam talk to Tatiana O'Toole (@darumacreative), an illustrator and ident…
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The Poker Fix #1: Rolling with the Punches 🥊
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🎙️ Episode 99: The Poker Fix... rolling with the punches 🥊 Welcome to "The Poker Fix," a series from The Overlay a poker podcast with episodes designed to empower poker players with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance their game. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or a seasoned player aiming to sharpen your strategy, each …
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#3 Product Hunt, Competition, Growth
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Welcome to Overlay! This is the Official Layers Podcast brought to you by Liam McCabe (@liampmccabe) and Reijo Palmiste (@reijowrites). What is Layers? It's a design community platform where designers can connect, share work and build their portfolio. In this episode Reijo and Liam discuss the latest Layers' news as well as upcoming features. Topic…
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Decoding the 2024 WSOP Tournament Schedule
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🎙️ Episode 98: Going All-In – Decoding the 2024 WSOP Tournament Schedule Get ready for a poker extravaganza on this special edition of The Overlay Podcast! In "Decoding the 2024 WSOP," we take a deep dive into the highly anticipated WSOP 2024 Tournament Schedule. Hosted by Ken and Brandon, this episode brings you a full breakdown of the biggest pok…
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#2 New colors feature, OpenAI Sora, AI generated content, Bentos
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Welcome to Overlay! This is the Official Layers Podcast brought to you by Liam McCabe (@liampmccabe) and Reijo Palmiste (@reijowrites). What is Layers? It's a design community platform where designers can connect, share work and build their portfolio. In this episode Reijo and Liam discuss the latest Layers' news as well as upcoming features. They …
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Episode 97: "Top Bet Sizing Rules for No Limit Texas Holdem" In this episode of The Overlay a poker podcast, we dive deep into the strategic world of - bet sizing - How big is too big? Join us as we unravel the mysteries behind effective bet sizing rules that can elevate your game and maximize your winnings. Our hosts, Ken and Brandon, are not just…
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Welcome to Overlay! This is the first episode of the Official Layers Podcast brought to you by Liam McCabe (@liampmccabe) and Reijo Palmiste (@reijowrites). What is Layers? It's a design community platform where designers can connect, share work and build their portfolio. In this episode Reijo and Liam discuss the latest Layers' news as well as upc…
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High-Stakes Huddle: Super Bowl Bets Unveiled
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Episode 96: "High-Stakes Huddle: Super Bowl Bets Unveiled" 🏈🎤 Brace yourselves for a special edition of Th Overlay, a poker podcast about the big game, the excitement of prop bets, and a dash of Taylor Swift magic! In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of Super Bowl gambling, exploring prop bets that range from the unexpected to the out…
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Episode 95: Decoding the Poker Equation: Choosing Tournaments for Success In this episode of The Overlay, we delve into the strategic world of poker tournaments, guiding you through the process of creating your personalized poker equation for success. Join us as we explore the factors that should influence your tournament selection and how to craft…
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Pondering the Play: The Art of Tanking
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Episode 94: Pondering the Play: The Art of Tanking In this episode of "The Overlay: a Poker Podcast," we scrutinize the controversial practice of tanking. Is it a strategic move or a manipulative tactic? Join our hosts as they explore the downsides of prolonged decision-making at the poker table. From slowing down the game to frustrating opponents,…
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Shuffling the Odds- The Saga of the MGM Winter Poker Challenge
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Episode 93: Shuffling the Odds- The Saga of the MGM Winter Poker Challenge Welcome to a controversial episode, Shuffling the Odds, of where we unravel the high-stakes drama that unfolded at the MGM Grand Poker Room. In a shocking turn of events, midway through their highly anticipated poker series, the MGM Grand made a bold move that left players a…
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All-In for the Holidays: Poker Gift Ideas 2023
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Episode 92: Poker Holiday Gift Ideas 2023 'Tis the season to shuffle up and deal some festive cheer! In this special holiday episode of The Overlay, join Ken and Brandon as they unwrap a treasure trove of holiday gift ideas for the poker enthusiast in your life. Whether you're shopping for a seasoned pro or a casual player, this episode has you cov…
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Mastering the Chaos: Navigating Large Field Poker Tournaments
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Episode 91: Mastering the Chaos: Navigating Large Field Poker Tournaments with Skill and Strategy Welcome back to another thrilling episode of The Overlay! In today's episode, we dive deep into the strategy behind large-field poker tournaments. Join us as we explore strategies, mindsets, and skills necessary to navigate the chaos and emerge victori…
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Episode 90: The history of the Biggest Little charity poker tournament in Chicago. Get ready to shuffle up and deal in this episode as we dive into the heart of Chicago's most anticipated charity poker event – The Black Friday Early Bird, the Biggest Little Charity Poker Tournament in Chicago. Join us as we explore the glitz, glamour, and philanthr…
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Episode 89: Beyond the Rule Book...part 2! Are you ready to embark on a fascinating journey into the uncharted territories of poker? What does the tournament director do when poker players find themselves in the poker twilight zone? The rule book doesn't cover the stories you are about to hear.\ Get ready to discover what happens when poker dares t…
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Early Advantage - The first levels of a poker tournament
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Episode 88: The importance of playing the early levels of a poker tournament. To arrive early or show up fashionably late? This is the question every poker player must ask themselves when planning to play any poker tournament. Get there early and subject oneself to the "insignificant" levels, or show up late and start throwing heavy and hard punche…
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Big Blind protection for tournament play?
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Episode 87: Big Blind Protection Rule? One of the worst things that can happen to a tournament poker player is to pay the big blind, only to have your table broken and find yourself in the BB again at your new table. The RunGood series tested out the Big Blind Protection Rule (BBP) to counteract this poker atrocity. The Overlay team breaks down the…
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Episode 86: Poker's best kept secret in Las Vegas Playing poker at the WSOP in Las Vegas during the summer is every poker player's dream. To climb the poker summit and obtain poker immortality is the reason we look at hand charts, study this game, and put ourselves through the poker grinder. BUT... what if there was a secret to the tournament poker…
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Episode 85: Bad Beats from the $10K PLO Championship Ken and Brandon give you the full story of their experience at the 54th WSOP $10,000 Pot Limit Ohama Championship! Who did they play with? Who ran up a stack? Who survived three all-in's before their ultimate tournament death? How were the dealers? The Overlay leaves no stone unturned in this 54 …
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Episode 84: The 54th WSOP Preview and Best of Awards Does looking at the 95 events that make up the 2023 54th World Series of Poker give you a headache? Wish you had a buddy who could just tell you the best tournaments to play in. Which weekend will give you the most for your money? What your chances are of playing with a Hall of Famer? What is the…
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The Godfather of Poker ~ Doyle Brunson
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Episode 83: Remembering the Godfather of Poker. "We don't stop playing because we get old, we get old because we stop playing". Mr. Brunson was once immodestly described as “the Babe Ruth, the Michael Jordan, and the Arnold Palmer of poker.” The Overlay shares their thoughts on why Doyle had such an impact on the game of poker, how he maintained su…
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Bad Beats, High Hands, Jackpots & Freerolls!
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Episode 82: Poker Room Promotions What are your favorite poker room promotions? Bad Beat Jackpots, High Hand payouts, Jackpots, or Freerolls? The Overlay teams digs deep on the subtle difference and benefits of each kind of poker room promotions, and the bad beat story's that come with them. If you enjoy our show please subscribe and leave us a 5-s…
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Episode 81: Beyond the Rule Book! Poker is a simple game right? Five cards, Seven Cards, Flushes, Full Houses, Two Pair vs One pair, One chip Rule, Multiple Chip Rule, Over-betting and Verbal is binding. BUT what does the tournament director do when poker players go off the reservation and the rule book doesn't quite cover the possible rules infrac…
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No Gamble No Podcast: The Rise of Live Streams
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Can you imagine watching the WSOP Main Event in the '80s and '90s on TV without seeing the player's hole cards? Fast forward twenty years, lipstick cams were introduced and poker on TV exploded. From ESPN, PokerGo, YouTube, and Twitch check out the rise of Live Streamed poker from the Overlay a poker podcast. We cover the big and the small, from Li…
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Pot Limit Omaha players while wild and reckless, are a small section of the poker community. Take that small group of players and divide them further into PLO tournament players and you are down to a very small percentage of poker players.. However, the team at The Overaly loves PLO tournaments. Listen to our love letter of four card Tournaments an…
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The Overlay goes over a full breakdown of local player success at the 2022 WSOP Circuit Event in Chicago at the Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin. The Chicago poker scene is vibrant, passionate, and bountiful. The players from Chicago are some of the most dedicated, crafty, and successful amateur players in the world. Think we are just blowing smoke? …
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Pocket Tens the toughest premium holdem hand to play
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How to play Pocket 10's the toughest premium holdem hand to play. The last qualifier of the top 6 premium hands is our most difficult to play. The Overlay gives you a full breakdown of how to improve your play pocket tens. Number one on our list of the Top Six most difficult premium holdem hands to play. Premium holdem hands ranked by how tough the…
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Ace King the 2nd toughest premium holdem hand to play
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How to play Ace King the second toughest premium holdem hand to play. Ace King is pretty, but with beauty comes pain. The best-looking hand is arguably the toughest to play. The Overlay gives you a full breakdown on how to improve your play with Ace King. Number two on our list of the Top Six most difficult premium holdem hands to play. Premium hol…
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Pocket Jacks the 3rd toughest premium holdem hand to play
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How to play pocket Jacks the 3rd toughest premium holdem hand to play. Pocket Rockets is the BEST holdem hand on the planet, but why are they so hard to play? The Overlay gives you a full breakdown on how to improve your play with pocket Aces. Premium holdem hands ranked by how tough they are to play. This is the third of a seven-part mini-series o…
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Pocket Aces the 4th toughest premium holdem hand to play
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How to play pocket Aces the 4th toughest premium holdem hand to play. Pocket Rockets is the BEST holdem hand on the planet, but why are they so hard to play? The Overlay gives you a full breakdown on how to improve your play with pocket Aces. Premium holdem hands ranked by how tough they are to play. This is the third of a seven-part mini-series of…
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Pocket Queens the 5th toughest premium holdem hand to play
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How to play pocket Queens the 5th toughest premium holdem hand to play. Every poker player hopes for Queens, but why are they so hard to play? The Overlay gives you a full breakdown on how to improve your play with pocket Queens. Premium holdem hands ranked by how tough they are to play. This is the third of a seven-part mini-series of how to play …
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Pocket Kings the 6th toughest premium holdem hand to play
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How to play pocket Kings the 6th toughest premium holdem hand to play. Every poker player hopes for Kings, but why are they so hard to play? The Overlay gives you a full breakdown on how to improve your play with pocket kings. Premium holdem hands ranked by how tough they are to play. This is the second of a seven-part mini-series of how to play th…
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Top 6 toughest premium hold'em hands to play
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Premium holdem hands ranked by how tough they are to play. This is the first of a seven-part mini-series of how to play the hands we are all wishing to see but have so much difficulty playing. In this first episode, we will cover the complete list of the toughest premium hands to play, and each subsequent episode will be dedicated to how to improve…
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Episode 70: The WSOP recap part 2 of 2
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Team CCG’s first trip to Vegas and the 2022 WSOP World Seris of Poker! In part two we hear about Ken's deep run in the PLO Championship at the Venitian. We also get the full breakdown of team Captain Brandon's WSOP Main Event tournament. #teamccg If you are enjoying our show please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. If you ar…
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Episode 69: The WSOP recap part 1 of 2
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Team CCG’s first trip to Vegas and the 2022 WSOP World Seris of Poker! In part one of this two part episode we catch up with Team CCG assistant captain Ken’s experience at his first WSOP. What were the lines like? How was the registration process? Overall Experience and his results… FYI I did not win the WSOP Main, maybe next year? We also hear abo…
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The Vegas Pre-Show for the Overlay! The WSOP Main Event is only two weeks away, and the Overlay podcast is getting ready to take Vegas on. What hotels to stay at? Who won the Main Event Seat giveaway? Where do you go to sign up? Top Tips from Brandon (Co-Captian of Team CCG) on what to expect and what to pack in your WSOP fanny pack. If you are enj…
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Episode 67: The King of Flips ~ Run Good Stories
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Sometimes you just get hit in the face with the deck. Those are the poker stories we hear on this edition of Run Good Stories. Find out who is the King of Flips and who turned $78 into almost $2K after a almost a $4K winner at the PLO table. So many poker players only want to tell the bad beat stories, join us on this episode of the Overlay for the…
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