Discover the stories of five legendary poker backers who have made significant impacts on the poker industry through their backing agreements. From Mike McDonald's innovative PokerShares platform to Maxim Katz's legendary status in the Russian poker community, these individuals have left their mark on the game.
Phil Hellmuth faced backlash for his late arrival and poor performance at the Super High Roller Bowl, with critics including Scott Seiver and Shaun Deeb.
Philipp Mahin, a renowned poker player and coach, shares his journey and philosophy on teaching poker, emphasizing the joy of the game over monetary gains. Mahin left HyperSchool to start a new coaching project, supported by feruell.
Poker players like Scott Blumstein and Christian Harder share memorable moments from their early careers, highlighting the passion and dedication of the poker community.
Barry Greenstein, a renowned poker player, shares his experiences and insights about the game, including his preferences for mixed games and his views on tournament poker.
Liv Boeree shares her journey from astrophysics to poker, discussing her philosophy on effective altruism and the lessons she's learned along the way.
Paul Magriel, renowned for his contributions to both poker and backgammon, has passed away at the age of 71. Known for inventing the M number in poker and winning the World Championship in backgammon, Magriel left a lasting impact on both games.
Arthur shares his journey in the poker industry, from his early days as a dealer to becoming a tournament director and business owner. He discusses his experiences working with industry legends and his decision to focus on organizing rather than playing.
From failed eating challenges to naked poker players and casino heists, the gambling world saw some bizarre events.