Poker On The Mind Podcast

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  • The poker podcast dedicated to answering your questions on both tournament poker strategy and peak poker performance.
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  • Episode 195 - Voice Notes Idea - What Do You Think?

    Episode 195 - Voice Notes Idea - What Do You Think?
    Mar 9 2025
    Are you into this idea? Comment on Spotify or tag @gazelligpoker or @drtriciacardner on X and let us know.
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    3 mins
  • Episode 194 - Transitioning from MTTs to Cash Games

    Episode 194 - Transitioning from MTTs to Cash Games
    Feb 25 2025
    Poker on the Mind - Episode 194: Transitioning from MTTs to Cash Games with Gareth James & Dr. Tricia Cardner

    💡 Main Topic: Transitioning from MTTs to Cash Games

    Listener question from Alex:
    "I'm grinding mid-stakes MTTs but struggling to adjust to the open-ended nature of cash games. How can I adapt my mindset and study habits?"

    🔑 Key Takeaways:
    1. Mindset Shifts:

      • MTTs have clear structure and end goals; cash games are open-ended.
      • Focus on process goals (hands played, time blocks) rather than outcomes.
      • Redefine success as consistently making +EV decisions, not session results.
    2. Study Tips:

      • Prioritize deep-stack strategies, as cash games typically run 100BB+.
      • Practice Raise First In and Big Blind Defense with tools like DTO or GTO Wizard.
      • Study common flop textures and develop strategies for frequent board types.
      • Active learning beats passive study: Drill hands, take notes, and revisit concepts.
    3. Emotional Resilience:

      • Cash players need strong mental toughness to handle reloading after losses.
      • Implement stop-loss rules if tilt becomes an issue, but bankroll should be the main determinant.
      • Be mindful of cognitive biases, like negativity bias and gambler’s fallacy.
    4. Execution & Adjustment:

      • It's not enough to know strategy—you must execute it consistently under pressure.
      • Adjust based on player types: Identify tendencies and exploit them accordingly.
      • Use hand reviews to spot leaks and tailor future study.
    5. Practical Tips for Transitioning:

      • Start at manageable stakes (e.g., $1/$2 live or 10NL online).
      • Experiment with formats (6-max, full ring, heads-up) to find what suits you best.
      • Set clear session goals (hands played, hours logged) to stay focused.
    📚 Recommended Resources:
    • Purposeful Practice for Poker by Dr. Tricia Cardner & Gareth James
    • MTT to Cash Transition Diagnostic: Assess your strengths, weaknesses, and next steps for a smoother switch.
    • PrimeDope Variance Calculator for understanding long-term expectations
    💌 Stay Connected:
    • 🎯 Mental Game Quiz: How strong is your mindset? Take the quiz at drtriciacardner.com/quiz
    • 📨 On the Button Newsletter: Join Gareth’s weekly tournament tips at mttpokerschool.com/newsletter
    • 💰 A FREE, 5-day email course breaking down everything you need to build rock solid fundamentals, study tournament poker effectively, confidently move up in stakes, and develop the right mindset for long-term success: mttpokerschool.com/free-course
    Want us to answer your poker question?

    Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMastery

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

    Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Episode 193 - Daniel Negreanu on His 2024 Approach, His WSOP Prep and Why Presence is So Important in Poker

    Episode 193 - Daniel Negreanu on His 2024 Approach, His WSOP Prep and Why Presence is So Important in Poker
    May 31 2024
    Welcome to Episode 193! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. The hosts continue their WSOP/SCOOP prep series in this episode by interviewing world renowned poker professional Daniel Negreanu.

    Topics discussed in this episode include:
    • A brief overview of Daniel’s new approach for 2024 & how it’s paying off
    • How Daniel prepares off the table for WSOP
    • How he handles the wide range of player types at the WSOP
    • The factors have helped him stay at the top of his game for so many years
    • The advice that he thinks newer players should ignore and what they should do instead

    Resources
    Follow Daniel on Twitter/X: @RealKidPoker

    How strong is your mental game? Take Dr. Cardner’s Poker Mindset Mastery Assessment and find out!

    Sign up for Gareth’s weekly newsletter On The Button

    Check out Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA

    Dr. Cardner’s < 60 second video with the instructions for tactical breathing to use when you’re tilted or stressed: 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/

    Order Gareth’s book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV

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

    Order Positive Poker: https://amzn.to/430foBf

    Order Peak Poker Performance: https://amzn.to/453miWX


    Want us to answer your poker question?

    Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMastery

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

    Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind
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    58 mins

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Unique and invaluable Podcast

You don't find many podcasts or much about the mental side of the game of poker, but this one incorporates it fantastically. Each week, either a mental game topic is covered by the excellent Dr Tricia Cardner or an MTT topic by the head coach of MTT Poker School Gareth James. They each give their views on the topic and discuss. Both very knowledgeable and easy to listen too it's a must listen for anyone wanting to improve their poker game.

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