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The Overlay a poker podcast

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Two serious poker players from the midwest talking about the poker industry in America. From home games and charity poker to the top poker rooms and casinos in Las Vegas. We cover cash games, tournaments, rules questions, current events, online poker, and the overall degeneracy of poker that all gamblers love. Episodes released twice month... with a few bonus episodes splashed in there for good measure. Cause who doesn't love a good splash pot? www.LinkTr.ee/theoverlaypod
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In Part 2 of this two part episode Bart reviews a recent "super session" where he won nearly 1000 big blinds of the course of a short 4.5 hour afternoon. He discusses why having a winning image will increase your winrate when playing such a session and breaks down the final portion of hands from his big win.…
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In Part 1 of this two part episode Bart reviews a recent "super session" where he won nearly 1000 big blinds of the course of a short 4.5 hour afternoon. He discusses why having a winning image will increase your winrate when playing such a session and starts to break down some of the more memorable hands from his big win.…
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Send us a Text Message. 🎙️ 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 Eve…
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This week Bart breaks down the math of having too many for profit players in a single game and how that effects overall winrate when factored in with the rake. In his session there was a rare situation where 5-6 winning 5/10 players were grinding it all out waiting for a new 5/10 game to start, something that never happened.…
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In this week's episode Bart covers "mega multiway" spots that can sometimes be typical in loose live games at $2-$5 and below. How should we approach these spots if we are the field caller? How should we approach these spots as the preflop raiser? How does the multiway nature of a hand change the way that we should think about certain situations?…
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This week Bart plays a full $5-$10 session at the Encore Boston Harbor and gets himself into a very difficult spot flopping top and bottom out of the big blind. The hand begs the question, "How competent is your opponent, where you should be making an exploitable fold?By Bart Hanson
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Send us a Text Message. 🎙️ 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 tende…
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This week Bart goes over situations where he thinks that it is correct to give up on triple barrel bluffs. In most of these spots it is important to recognize board texture, especially on rainbow boards, and realize that an opponents' range becomes much more compact after calling an overbet on the turn.…
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Send us a Text Message. 🎙️ 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 o…
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Bart takes a look at interesting hands that he played at $2/$5 NL at the Encore Boston Harbor where he explains how a spot was impossible to bluff catch while at the same time a great spot to bluff. He also discusses why you are often "forced" to lead the river when you complete your draw at the mid to low stakes of live No Limit Hold'em.…
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Send us a Text Message. 🎙️ 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…
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Send us a Text Message. 🎙️ 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 shar…
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Send us a Text Message. 🎙️ 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 brea…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 a…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 t…
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This is part two of a two part review episode where Bart covers some interesting spots in a recent $2/$5 half NL half PLO session from Chasers in New Hampshire. He discusses some mistakes that he made in reading hands and some small bet sizing errors that he wasn't happy with in his NL hands.By Bart Hanson
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Send us a Text Message. 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 se…
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This is part one of a two part review episode where Bart covers some interesting spots in a recent $2/$5 half NL half PLO session from Chasers in New Hampshire. He discusses some equity discoveries that he made in PLO hands and also speaks on how multiway setups in PLO differ from NL and what we can learn from PLO in our own NL game.…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 t…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 …
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Send us a Text Message. 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, …
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This week Bart discusses the concept of "one thirding the turn" which relates to betting one third of the pot, in position when checked to on blank turn cards. He has discussed this concept before using the term "variable turn sizing". What turn cards are truly bricks in given situations and why should we be betting the turn for 1/3rd sizing with t…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 …
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Send us a Text Message. 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…
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