This special April Fools day episode of the podcast covers the first half of the 2015 WSOP Main Event; days 4 and 5, as well as the short lived G4TV show "2 Months 2 Million". We discuss the journey of top pro Daniel Negreanu as he takes the role of main character away from Hellmuth in this chapter of poker history

Topics Discussed:
-2014 WSOP vs 2015 WSOP
-Is 2 Months 2 Million a good TV show?
-The return of Mark Kroon, the rise of Fedor Holz, the failings of Esfandiari
-The upcoming Mind Sport Olympiad

Let us know what you think in the comments, let us know if you want to join us for an episode in the future!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/PQ9Q6ZrVbXs

We conclude our lookback on the 2015 WSOP; covering day 6, 7 and the final table of the Main Event which gives us some of the craziest table talk moments and most exciting/boring poker in Main Event History.

Topics covered:
-The toxicity of Justin Schwartz, and his epic bust out set over set vs McKeehen
-How to crush a final table; by author Joe McKeehen
-Daniel Negreanu's heartbreaking finish in 11th place
-The "legend" Neil Blumenfield

Watch here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/honbEaAyk4Y

This time we cover one of the most controversial Main Events of all time; both from the poker play and the new directing/editing choices; The 2016 WSOP Main Event. We discuss Kassouf and Keating's antics, the increased focus on table talk, and the slowed pacing of the episodes.

Topics discussed:
-The 2022 Mind Sport Olympiad hosted by Pokerstars
-Will Kassouf's stalling/table talk: Fair or Foul?
-Alex Keating's true personality
-Pacing in poker television
-Changes in the 2016 Main Event compared to years past

Watch/listen here on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ZjROqliNgsI

Kassouf vs the Poker Mob! The Two Fish at the Table Podcast #22: The 2016 WSOP Main Event Part 2

We continue our lookback on the 2016 WSOP Main Event; which chronicles the continued rise and fall of the controversial Will Kassouf as well as one of the wildest heads up poker confrontations of all time.

Topics discussed:
-The fall of Alex Keating
-Kassouf facing off against an entire table and the tournament staff
-Kassouf vs Benger; who was out of line and who was right?
-Qui Nguyen vs Gordon Vayo: the blaster vs the trapper
-Why the 2016 WSOP isn't as compelling as years past.
-Sam's run in the 2022 Mind Sport Olympiad

At the end of the podcast; we tease our surprise guest for the next episode.

Listen here to find out! https://youtu.be/Y-AIjz4AXC8

Nostalgic Interview with the Amazing Michael Niwinski! The Two Fish at the Table Podcast Episode #23

We conclude our lookback on the 2016 WSOP Main Event with a very special guest, who knows a thing or two about making deep runs in the Main Event; Michael Niwinski. One of the most consistent Main Event poker pros this past half decade; 15th in 2016 and 12th in 2019.
Topics Covered:
-Mike's 2016 WSOP pre/during/post Main Event
-Dealing with Kassouf at the table
-Mike's 12th place finish in the 2019 Main Event
-ESPN WSOP poker television; what Mike likes and what he doesn't like.
-What is Mike's favorite Pokemon?


If you want to be on a future podcast, let us know!


Listen here: https://youtu.be/o1gdjs4zwQI

With the end of the November 9 Era, ESPN switched back to the Live-style coverage of the Main Event, but a new partnership with Pokergo meant that 2017 WSOP Main Event episodes would still be made, but at what cost? We discuss the ups and downs of some of the worst, awkwardly paced episodes in Main Event history. This podcast covers episodes 1-8 of the 2017 Main Event.

Topics Discussed:
-The aftermath of our incredible interview with Michael Niwinski
-The viral Selbst-Baumann hand; quads vs top full house.
-The rise and fall of Mickey Craft
-The hilarious fight between Jeffrey Lisandro and Jack Effel.
-Why we don't find Joe Stapleton funny
-Sam's continued success in the 2022 Mind Sport Olympiad.

Listen here: https://youtu.be/PEAf5NV4nIw

Comment if you have any thoughts you want to share, or if you want to join us for an episode!

We conclude the first Main Event Broadcast of the Pokergo Era with the 2nd half of the 2017 WSOP Main Event; episodes 9-18. Ben and Sam discuss the middling quality of the 2017 WSOP Main Event, filled with some great characters, repeat deep runs, and editing oddities!


Topics Discussed:
-The Antics of Mr John Hesp and the subsequent bromance with Ben Lamb and Bryan Piccioli
-The deflating cooler between Scott Blumstein & John Hesp
-The 2nd most painful Main Event final table bubble of all time
-Sam's recent struggles in the 2022 Mind Sport Olympiad



Listen here: https://youtu.be/EN2ZVanATFg

Comment anywhere!

We talked with John Hesp! Interview & Amazing Stories! The Two Fish at the Table Podcast Episode #26

This episode we talk to the legendary John Hesp; the most entertaining and memorable part of the 2017 WSOP Main Event; who finished in 4th place winning 2.6 million dollars.

Topics Discussed:
-The origin of the infamous Hesp Hat and jacket
-Hesp's Poker Origins; what prompted him to play in the 2017 WSOP Main Event
-How John Hesp met Phil Hellmuth
-Hesp's take on the A10 vs AA hand against Blumstein
-Where to go if you visit Birdlington
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fugl...ature=youtu.be

This is right up my street but it's a shame that it's not available as audio only.

I get it, YouTube is free and audio only hosting will cost money. But I'm the sort of person who'd listen while doing other things.

Depending on how you listen to podcasts, you probably have some options. Nothing in the "Video" part of the podcast is necessary.

I also have the mp3 files if you want to listen to a specific episode.

Cynn City & the Conclusion of the MSO! The Two Fish at the Table Podcast #27: 2018 WSOP Main Event

We trudge forward with our rewatch of the Pokergo Era of the WSOP Main Event with the complete analysis of the 2018 WSOP Main Event. We discuss why this is the weakest Main Event; entertainment wise, and also discuss the early goings of the 2022 WSOP poker action. We conclude with a breakdown of the final few events of the Mind Sport Olympiad and Sam's final results.

Topics covered:
-The amazing play of John Cynn and Joe Cada
-The most epic final table bubble in Main Event History; the foolish play of Zhu and Labat
-The disgrace of Nic Manion
-Why we won't be rewatching these poker episodes anytime soon.
-Medals and medals for Sam in the Mind Sport Olympiad
-The first 8 or so events of the 2022 WSOP discussed.

As always, comment if you have questions/suggestions/ want to join us for an episode!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/zmlN1XA7n6s

When Bridge Meets Poker: Adam Grossack Talks Cards; The Two Fish at the Table Podcast #28

We interview our close friend Adam Grossack; Bridge Professional and a poker player in his free time. We discuss all things bridge and poker; including his 2 Day 3 runs in the 2018 and 2021 WSOP Main Event and a lot more!

Topics Discussed:
-Adam's bridge and poker origins
-The overlap between the bridge and poker communities; including players like Steve Zolotow, Alex Livingston, and more!
-How Adam's 2 Main Events came to an end
-Where to play poker in MA and NH
-Adam's future poker plans

Listen here: https://youtu.be/CEJIHa9iVEI

Poker Heisenberg! Iverson Cotton Snuffer & a tribute to Erica: The Two Fish at the Table Podcast #29


We talk with 2017 WSOP Main Event 96th place finisher; Iverson Cotton Snuffer. We discuss his poker origins, being a card mechanic, pool shark, and making a deep run in the Main Event!

We also honor the recently deceased Erica Snuffer with a tribute at the end of the interview. (Starts at 1:04:09)

Topics Discussed:
-Playing Snooker and being a card mechanic
-Surviving Charlie Carrel
-How Cotton cashed in the Main Event twice
-Snuffer's friends & rivals in the poker world; including Greg Raymer, Mickey Craft, and Darvin Moon!

Listen here! https://youtu.be/W8zPSN-VwiU

The Super Dario Show Live! The Two Fish at the Table Podcast #30: The 2019 WSOP Main Event

We continue our re-watch of the Main Event with the underwhelming 2019 WSOP Main Event; 15 episodes of abridged live content from livestreams. We discuss the benefits and downsides of such a style of poker broadcasting.

Topics discussed:
-Why the 2019 WSOP Main Event is the weakest broadcast in poker history.
-How the slowest Main Event coverage somehow flies by the fastest
-Why raise & takes don't make for engaging television
-Michael Niwinski's 2nd deep main event run; the ups and downs & the heartbreaking ending.
-"if you're calling 17, you're calling 22"
-Recap of the 2022 WSOP action so far
-Future plans for the podcast

As always, comment below!

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGq-...ature=youtu.be

WSOP vs the Pandemic & Ranking Each Main Event: Two Fish at the Table Ep. #31: 2020 WSOP Main Event

We conclude our rewatch of the WSOP Main Events with the 2020 online Main Event Domestic and International with the subsequent Heads up match for 1 million dollars. Afterwards, we debate the final grades for each Main Event from 2003 to 2020.

Topics discussed:
-Salas vs Hebert for 1 million dollars.
-Jamie Kerstetter vs the absent Norman Chad.
-Ranking classic and modern Main Events; the best and the worst.
-Ben and Sam clash over which Main Events belong in S, A, B, C, D tiers.
-The factors that make a Main Event exciting; the winner, the drama, the edit.

As always, comment with your thoughts, your personal rankings of most/least favorite Main Events! If you have suggestions for future podcast episodes or want to be interviewed or just join as a guest host!

Watch/listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOJAqZIVC6Q

Just wanted to let you know I have enjoyed each and every episode of your series. Good job!

Glad to hear it!

If you have any suggestions for what we should watch/cover next, let us know!

You could traverse the seasons of High Stakes Poker which, I think, are still available on the internet. There is certainly no shortage of interesting players, interesting hands, interesting commentary by Gabe and AJ, etc.

There are a couple of threads in the Casino and Cardroom Poker forum that provide a lot of information on these episodes such as hand histories, $ won/lost, VPIP, etc., that could be useful in your podcast.

Our next episode will cover the Big One for One Drops along with drafting our dream WSOP Main Event Final Tables, and the episode after that will discuss the various cash game poker TV shows; including High Stakes Poker, Poker After Dark, and Poker Night in America.

How To Defend Your Poker Title! Two Fish at the Table Ep. #32: 2012/2014 One Drop & 2022 Main Event

We discuss some of the great modern poker tournament television of all time as we cover the origins of the WSOP Big One for One Drop from 2012 and 2014. Afterwards we discuss the PokerGo coverage of the 2022 WSOP Main Event leading up to the final table. Lastly, we review what constitutes our dream WSOP Main Event Final Table.

Topics Discussed:
-The rise and fall of Antonio Esfandiari's One Drop dreams.
-Seiver vs Reinkmeier, Drinan vs Katz. Nuff said.
-Salas and Aldemir's epic run in the 2022 WSOP Main Event
-The worst final table roster in Main Event history
-Why we want Phil Hellmuth but not Phil Ivey at the Main Event Final Table
-The future of the podcast

As always, let us know your thoughts, comments, recommendations, if you want to join us for the next podcast!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/hQWYQuRTB94

1 Million Dollars! 3 Out of 4! Hellmuth, Tony G & More! The Two Fish at the Table Podcast Episode #33: Poker Cash Games

This episode we cover 4 different poker cash game television programs; High Stakes Poker, Poker After Dark, Pokerstars Big Game, and Poker Night in America. We watched a 4 episode sample of each show, and discuss the pros and cons of each show compared to each other and to tournament-focused television.

Topics Discussed:
-High Stakes Poker: Daniel Negreanu the unlucky table bully with 1 million dollars
-Poker After Dark: The epic Hellmuth meltdown
-Pokerstars Big Game: Ernest Wiggins wins 3 out of 4 vs Hellmuth
-Poker Night in America: Shaun Deeb slowrolls Mike Matusow
-How cash game television differs from tournaments on TV
-Which of these 4 shows is the best?

As always, let us know in the comments if you’re like to join us as a guest for a future podcast, or tell us your opinions of any of these aforementioned shows!

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksyo...ature=youtu.be

John Juanda trips across the pond! The Two Fish at The Table Podcast #34: 2008 WSOP Europe Main Event & The Mouthpiece

We travel across the pond to discuss one of the more unique Main Events in broadcast history; the 2008 WSOPE Main Event (the 2nd in history). With top pros making deep meaningful runs, and one of the most relevant tournament fields in poker history. Additionally, we talk about another prominent poker podcast; Mike Matusow's "The Mouthpiece".

Topics Discussed:
-One of the best showings by top poker pros in Main Event history; D-Neg, Fischman, Juanda, Matusow, Bloch!
-Candidate for worst 5-bet in Main Event history
-Europe poker vs American Poker
-Why we hate The Mouthpiece
-Why we enjoy the Mouthpiece

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFLGVdXdkkc

As always, tell us your thoughts, ask us questions (always get included in the next episode), comment, or let us know if you want to join us for an episode!

The fight that became a High Stakes Duel! The Two Fish at the Table #35: 2009 WSOPE Main Event & HSD
This episode we discuss the 2009 WSOP Europe Main Event; a slightly weaker sequel to 2008 WSOPE, and the events that lead up to the creation of the PokerGo exclusive show "High Stakes Duel"

Topics Discussed:
-How the 2009 Main Event Europe lost some of its unique identity
-Doyle Brunson and one card poker.
-Shaun Deeb vs Daniel Negreanu; was it a string raise?
-One of the most best final table lines up in Main Event History
-Hellmuth vs the poker world on High Stakes Duel 1-3

As always, let us know your thoughts! Comment and let us know if you want to join us for a future episode!

Watch here: https://youtu.be/rDwjDKwoNwg

The Loose Cannon that wrecked Phil Hellmuth! Secrets of the PokerStars Big Game Revealed! The Two Fish at the Table Podcast: Interview with Ernest Wiggins: Ep.# 36

For this very special episode of The Two Fish at The Table Podcast we have an incredible guest; Ernest Wiggins of Pokerstars The Big Game fame, the loose cannon from episodes 1-5 of season 1. A man of many nicknames including E-Dub, known for his personality at the table and success against 5 of the world's top poker pros.

Topics Discussed:
-The legendary "3 out of 4" hand between E-Dub and Phil Hellmuth
-What you didn't see behind the scenes during the PokerStars Big Game
-The experience of being a "Loose Cannon", and who gave Ernest the most trouble.
-What it is like to be a poker celebrity after being on television
-Ernest's favorite poker hand

Check out Ernest Wiggins' 5 episode of poker action here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcYNJ3NbMFc

Just the famous hand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCL9_2gRZI0

Tell us your thoughts in the comments and let us know if you ever want to join us for an episode!

Listen to the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lttazMm60DE