Phil Galfond

Phil Galfond picks up the action three handed with stacks fairly close making for an interesting conclusion with each player forced to combine caution with risk in an effort to seal the deal.

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Phil Galfond picks up the action with four players remaining and reviews the payout structure which has a massive impact on play as ICM begins to take a bigger role.

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Phil Galfond returns to the final table analysis with six players remaining and Bryce Yockey no longer on the big stack making for some interesting situations.

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"Why?" is a question you should be asking yourself a lot at the poker tables. This video discusses the importance of questioning the rationale behind each move you make.

Learn how to maximize value or force a fold with a check-raise in those crucial river situations.

Trick #1: Why playing tight is usually right, even if it's less fun than splashing around.

Learning poker fundamentals: Introduction. This video kicks off our deep dive into the essential concepts every poker player needs to master.

How to factor in future potential winnings to your calling decisions.

Navigating multi-way pots can be tricky. How to adjust your strategy in pots with multiple players, including considerations for hand strength, position, and bet sizing.

Final lessons on exploiting different player types. Defining solid players, fish and whales.

It's time for dessert! The hacks and tricks you've been waiting for.

How position should affect your decisions, from opening ranges to post-flop situations.

The art of bluffing and semi-bluffing: What to consider before pulling the trigger.

Trick #5: We dive into why you should regularly check many of your good hands on dry boards.

Rock, Paper, Scissors: Discover the basics of game theory through the classic game we all know.

Game theory essentials: Dive into the Ace, King, Queen game. In this video, we'll solve an entire game together, illustrating the decision-making process central to game theory.

We solve another toy game. This time, it's 9-handed poker - but without blinds or antes.

The math behind calling profitably: Learn to compare the current size of the pot to the cost of a contemplated call.

Introduction to exploits and adjustments. Let's start from the definitions: what do TAG and LAG stand for?

Welcome to Foundations! An introduction to game theory, and what you can expect to learn throughout the course.

Step two of hand-reading: What bluffs can your opponent have?

Check-raising can be a powerful move. Know when to pull the trigger, and why.

Trick #4: A rare spot where even weak players overbluff.

Quick introduction to departing lessons.

Blockers: How specific cards in your hand can block certain combinations of hands your opponents might have, allowing you to make more informed decisions.

How does poker with 20BB stacks differ from 100BB or 400BB poker, and why? Explore how to adjust your play based on different stack depths, understanding the implications for bet sizing and hand selection.

How to exploit and adjust against tight-passive players.

How different structures and antes should affect your pre-flop decisions.

How to crack tough river spots: Multi-street deduction. Learn how to run the hand backwards in your mind, from the river to the flop, to deduce your opponent's possible hand combinations.

One minus alpha and minimum defense frequency: Two critical pieces of the game theory puzzle, and your last plate of broccoli!