Best Kasen Podcasts (2026)

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Andrea Jenkins 40:17

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This week on the show is American politician, writer, performance artist, poet, & transgender activist, Andrea Jenkins. She was the first black openly transgender woman elected to public office in the United States, serving since January 2018 on the Minneapolis City Council, & as the council's president, since January 2022.⁠ ★ Support this podcast …

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Ryan Rox 42:14

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Ryan is a queer, non-binary filmmaker, screenwriter and actor. They were born and raised in El Paso, Texas, but currently reside in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Rox (@imryanrox) developed their passion for filmmaking after working as an actor on multiple independent, short films. After witnessing film crews in action and learning firsthand on set, they …

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Ava Val 31:45

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This week on the show is stand-up comedian, podcaster, and musician, Ava Val, who at the time went by Al Val. Recorded LIVE 3/14/23 on The Transverse Twitch.tv/thetransverse Follow Ava: Instagram: @avavalcomedy⁠ Youtube: youtube.com/avavalcomedy TikTok: @avavalcomedy⁠ ⁠ X: @AvaValComedy⁠ FB: https://www.facebook.com/AvaValComedy/⁠ ★ Support this po…

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Jennifer Marie 39:45

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This week on the show is Jennifer Marie. Jennifer is a bestselling author, and the founder of Jennspire, a business dedicated to fostering understanding, acceptance, and empowerment for individuals, families, and organizations navigating the complexities of gender identity.Through her own transformative journey, she has gone from self-doubt to embr…

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EPISODE 13 : Kasen Joins the podcast 51:46

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Kasen finally decided to join the podcast. Kasen is active on TikTok. He likes to have debates on GOD, he himself is a Christian but usually holds christens to their beliefs. We discuss debating the existence of God and why people hold such beliefs. We discuss some funny TikTok moments and have a great time conversing about random things. Thank you…

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EPISODE 12: Ann debates joins the pod 1:17:03

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Ann debates joins the show. We talk about feminism and what it means to live in America, of course, about TikTok debates and live, Ann talks about unfuck America. We discuss the current state of the country's political condition. Thank you all for watching. #fyp #ragequit #podcast #justtalking #foryou `…

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EPISODE 11: NOT K JOINS THE POD 1:13:13

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The one and only KOJO joins the podcast with a good friend interlocker. Kojo goes by k. You can find him on TikTok. His user name is Juztkojo. Be sure to check him out and give him a follow. He is pro-life, and we differ on many views, but we both agree that knowledge is a crucial factor in evaluating our existence and justifying our beliefs. If we…

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EPISODE 10: MATT JOIN THE SHOE 1:28:57

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Matt, who goes by Neon, joins the show. You can find him on Ttiktok, an excellent guy, great friend. We hold some opposing views, but can talk and have a discussion on common things. We talk about political philosophy. Matt gets into reading the communist manifesto. It's a really fun episode with a lot of things that people talk about on a daily ba…

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EPISODE 9: A Devine talk with Liam 1:00:59

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Me and Divinity(Liam) talk about a lot of issues plaguing the public. Everything from politics, philosophy, love, economics, you name it. Divinity gives crucial advice to children not to do drugs and LOCK IN. I had a lot of fun talking with him. Thank you all so much for your support.By sanjayrobin225

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EPOSIDE8: On a sunny Autumns day 1:10:52

6M ago1:10:52

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Autumn joined the podcast, and we talk about different types of topics like feminism, debate, philosophy, and LGBT stuff. We dive into feminism and thiesm. We talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly. Definitely go check her out on TIKTOK. She goes by Sapphic_autumn. Thank you all for showing support.…

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EPISODE 7: Tik talking with court 1:18:03

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I discuss a wide range of topics, including politics and philosophy. We discuss a lot of meaning and philosophy, and, of course, the future of beta and philosophy on TikTok. Go check her out.By sanjayrobin225

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EPISODE 6: FInch joins the pod 1:15:19

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Finch has been a great friend and has been actively involved in the debate community, debating issues such as abortion, LGBT rights, and many other topics in this episode. I had the privilege of them coming on the POD.By sanjayrobin225

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342. James & Joe's huge WSOP news, PokerGo's Brent Hanks + SCOOP Correspondent Howard Swains 1:12:29

6M ago1:12:29

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James and Joe are excited to learn they're spending the summer in Vegas streaming this year's World Series of Poker, and Caitlin is "thrilled" to discover she might be needed in the booth and will be expected to do some work! The gang are joined by Brent Hanks - WSOP commentator and Director of Programming at PokerGo - to discuss the partnership th…

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Ali 40:31

7M ago40:31

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This week on the show, Emily welcomes Ali, a nonbinary, disabled small business owner, and founder of Q Space, living in Southeast Kansas. ⁠ IG @thewitchybibliophile⁠ Catch the show live, Tuesday nights at 9pm Eastern⁠ Twitch.tv/TheTransverse⁠ YouTube.com/TheTransverse ⁠⁠ #transgender #trans #transition #thetransgendershow #thetransverse #interview…

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341. Griffin Benger & Sam Greenwood talk Big Game on Tour + SCOOP 2025 1:39:51

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Following the Season 2 premiere of the 'Big Game on Tour', Griffin Benger joins the gang to share his thoughts on the first episode and talk about his experience playing on the show. Sam Greenwood makes a guest appearance for a 'Hand of the Century of the Day' x 'Punt of the Day' crossover, analysing a hand Griffin played against the Loose Cannon. …

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Angela (Mama Pistachio) 40:56

7M ago40:56

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This week on the show is Angela aka Mama Pistachio. Angela is a self proclaimed nerd, demi-girl, and avid role player, has always been passionate about creating a safe space for diverse populations including LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent folks. Using an intersectional approach, Angela helps her clients understand how their lived experience, including s…

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340. SCOOP 2025 with Kelvin Kerber & Howard Swains 1:32:34

7M ago1:32:34

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Finally, Joe gets the opportunity to talk to James and Caitlin about his adventures in Tokyo at the Japan Open Poker Tour, including his second-place finish in a PLO tournament. Brazilian pro Kelvin Kerber makes a guest appearance to analyse a couple of Joe's hands in 'Hand of the Century of the Day'. Kelvin also talks about being a captain in this…

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339. Jamil Wakil on controversial EPT Monte-Carlo hand, plus €1k champ Jon Kyte & SCOOP with Howard Swains 1:35:25

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The gang are back after a four-week break. James, Joe and Caitlin have been on the road all that time, so have three events to recap: the Irish Open, the PokerStars Open Philadelphia and EPT Monte-Carlo. They speak to Jon Kyte, who won the record-breaking €1k Open in Monaco, and Jamil Wakil, who was eliminated from the #EPTMonteCarlo Main Event fin…

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338. Sunday Million Anniversary recap, plus Dublin, Philly & Monaco preview with Arlie Shaban 1:30:30

9M ago1:30:30

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With the guys on the road for the next four weeks, there's a lot to get to in this episode. James and Joe talk about playing a £1k tournament at The Hippodrome and hosting the 'Big Game on Tour Uncut' streams, and recap this year's #SundayMillionAnniversary. There's also a lot of events to preview, including the Irish Open and the first European Po…

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337. Big Game with Alan Keating, plus Blood Game with Jeffe Boats 1:30:05

9M ago1:30:05

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James and Joe are in an actual studio, as they prepare for 'Big Game on Tour Uncut'. On Friday and Saturday (April 4th and 5th), they're streaming all 150 hands from the first session of 'BGOT' Season 1, ahead of the Season 2 premiere later this spring. The enigmatic Alan Keating - one of the stars of both seasons - will be making a guest appearanc…

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336. Beth Hall & Faraz Jaka, plus Sam Grafton 1:49:50

9M ago1:49:50

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Sam Grafton joins James and Joe for a special announcement (which will be of particular interest to fans of 'The Big Game'). And then, poker boot camp is in session! Ahead of the Sunday Million Anniversary - which James is planning to play - the guys hear from actor and poker player Beth Hall and her coach Faraz Jaka. How has Faraz helped Beth's ga…

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CRITICALLY THINK ABOUT IT 58:02

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Please forgive me for the horrible audio. I am still figuring this shit out. But Critical is amazing. Hopefully, I can come up with a better idea of getting interviews, but I am really happy I was able to talk with him. Listen to the episode as we talk about a multitude of things like Trump, Philosophy, Debate, TikTok live, Leftists in fighting and…

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335. Alexandra Loveless, Josh Kasen & Seth 'Sethy Poker' Moeller 1:38:34

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After recapping the first ever PokerStars Open, and their two-day live stream covering the Campione Main Event, James and Joe meet some of the poker stars of the future. They speak to three influencers making their mark in the community as content creators: Alexandra Loveless, Josh Kasen and Seth Moeller. As well as talking about their respective b…

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334. PokerStars Open Campione update with Luca Pagano, plus Fintan Hand 1:13:09

10M ago1:13:09

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The first ever PokerStars Open is underway in Campione. James and Joe check in with their man on the ground, EPT legend Luca Pagano, ahead of this weekend's live streams (March 15th and 16th on the PokerStars Twitch and YouTube channels). The guys also recap their four nights in Las Vegas celebrating James's 50th birthday, and Joe talks about his s…

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333. Co-host Caitlin Comeskey, plus Danny Maxwell 1:37:52

10M ago1:37:52

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Welcome to the #PITE Post Oscars Party! Yes, the Academy Awards are in the books. And Caitlin is back. So, time for James, Joe, Ms Comeskey and their special guest - Global Poker Award winning photographer Danny Maxwell - to discuss the top films of recent months, including this year's Best Picture winner. Plus, they break down the Mike Matusow doc…

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332. Global Poker Award winners, including Cherish Andrews, plus PokerOrg's Chris Land 1:33:21

10M ago1:33:21

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And the winner is… James and Joe run through some of the key names who scooped Global Poker Awards in Vegas at the weekend. Hear from some of the winners and a few highlights from the show (courtesy of PokerGo). Plus, the guys talk to GPI Female Player of the Year Cherish Andrews. They also check in with PokerOrg's Chris Land to find out what happe…

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331. David Docherty, David Lappin & Cedric Billot (Associate Director, PokerStars Live Events) 1:38:34

10M ago1:38:34

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There's less than a month to go before a new series of European live events begins in Campione. So, what do poker players make of the PokerStars Open? What are their thoughts on the PokerStars Live League? Two circuit regulars - David Docherty and David Lappin - share their honest opinions, while Cedric Billot, Associate Director, PokerStars Live E…

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330. Co-host Caitlin Comeskey, plus Irish Open owner Paul O'Reilly 1:21:56

11M ago1:21:56

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James and Joe are joined by guest co-host Caitlin Comeskey: multi-award nominated content creator and up-and-coming streamer. There's a summary of the week's poker news headlines, including the death of 'Miami' John Cernuto, the announcement of the new PokerStars Live League and an update on the Irish Open, as event owner Paul O'Reilly reveals what…

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329. Jason Koon 1:37:43

11M ago1:37:43

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Meet Jason Koon. He's a high stakes crusher with $60m in live earnings and one of the newest members of Team PokerStars Pro. In an extended interview, Jason talks to James and Joe about his start in poker and his journey towards playing the biggest buy-in tournaments in the world. Plus, he gives his take on AI and RTA software and the controversy s…

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328. Co-host Spraggy, plus YouTuber Spencer Owen 1:38:42

11M ago1:38:42

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Welcome to 2025. Part 2. The duo becomes a trio, as James and Joe partner with Benjamin 'Spraggy' Spragg to present this week's episode. They talk about Spraggy's trip to Brazil to play high stakes Hold'em against Neymar, the New Year Series on PokerStars, and celebrate Spraggy hitting 100,000 subscribers on YouTube. On a related note, the guys are…

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327. Global Poker Awards with Eric Danis & Abby Merk, plus Nick Walsh 1:19:09

11M ago1:19:09

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Welcome to 2025! The Global Poker Award nominations are out, so GPI President Eric Danis joins James and Joe to run through this year's shortlist , which includes recognition for Joe, #PITE and #TheBigGameOnTour. Plus, the guys speak to double nominee Abby Merk, who's up for Rising Star in Content Creation and Best Short-Form Video. There's also po…

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Kari-Aidyn 36:26

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This week’s episode features Kari-Aidyn, a beloved member of The Transverse family that we lost in August of 2024 to heart disease complications. Kari-Aidyn was a long time family member of The Transverse. She started out as a fan and supporter of The Transgender Show, then became a mod on the Twitch channel and Discord server, then became the prod…

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326. EPT Prague champion Pedro Marques 1:20:34

1y ago1:20:34

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In the final episode of the year, James and Joe recap their trip to #EPTPrague and speak to Main Event champion Pedro Marques. Joe also talks through some hands from his deep run in the €550 Cup. The guys discuss their poker highlights of 2024 and look ahead to a new series of PokerStars live events in 2025. Finally, film-maker and EPT producer Har…

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325. EPT Prague preview with Nick Walsh 1:00:41

1y ago1:00:41

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James has been continuing to travel around Texas playing poker, including firing multiple bullets in a tournament at The Lodge in Austin, while Joe was at home for Thanksgiving, watching a lot of movies and TV shows. Both will soon be heading to the Czech Republic for #EPTPrague. The guys preview the Main Event and their five days of live coverage …

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324. UKIPT Nottingham, BSOP Millions & Women's Winter Festival with Kerryjane Craigie 1:13:12

1y ago1:13:12

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Since leaving Las Vegas, it's been a busy two weeks for our hosts. James braved the snow and ice at #UKIPTNottingham, while Joe flew to Sao Paulo for the #BSOPMillions. Then, the two were reunited (briefly) for a meet-up game in Houston, Texas. With all this travelling, they missed the Women's Winter Festival in London. But the PokerStars Ambassado…

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323. Las Vegas recap featuring NAPT Main Event champion Nick Marchington 52:01

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With #NAPTLasVegas in the books, James and Joe recap their two weeks at Resorts World, from casting Loose Cannons and filming a new season of The Big Game on Tour to performing comedy (Joe), singing karaoke (James) and playing slots (both). There's also a chance to hear from Nick Marchington, the winner of the NAPT Main Event. Meanwhile, Joshua Sch…

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322. Las Vegas preview with Big Game on Tour Loose Cannon Lily Newhouse 1:13:55

1y ago1:13:55

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It's that time of year again. James and Joe are heading to Vegas for The North American Poker Tour. They run through everything happening at #NAPTLasVegas, including the qualifying tournaments and auditions leading up to the filming of a new season of the Big Game on Tour. They're joined by Lily Newhouse, who knows what it takes to become a Loose C…

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321. EPT Cyprus finalist Anton Wigg 1:08:52

1y ago1:08:52

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James and Joe summarise their trip to #EPTCyprus and talk to Main Event finalist Anton Wigg, the Swedish pro who won a European Poker Tour title in 2010 and has now made deep runs in Cyprus in back-to-back years. The podcast hosts also reveal their travel plans for the next few weeks, which include trips to #NAPTLasVegas, #BSOPMillions and #UKIPTNo…

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320. EPT Cyprus preview with 'Wistern' 53:24

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James and Joe are heading to Cyprus for the penultimate leg of the 2024 European Poker Tour. Team Pro Lasse Lagd Lauritsen, better known as 'Wistern', is already there, so joins the guys to preview #EPTCyprus, ahead of six days of live streaming on the PokerStars Twitch and YouTube channels. This week's show also details an upcoming change to #Powe…

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319. Five-time WCOOP 2024 champ Parker 'tonkaaaa' Talbot + Howard Swains 1:06:00

1y ago1:06:00

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With the 2024 World Championship of Online Poker now in the books, James and Joe get a full summary of the series from their #WCOOP Correspondent Howard Swains. Plus, they talk to PokerStars Ambassador Parker 'tonkaaaa' Talbot, who won five titles during WCOOP, including two championship trophies. (He's also tested on his knowledge of the chimpanze…

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318. Sebastian 'peace&loove' Huber + WCOOP Correspondent Howard Swains 1:10:21

1y ago1:10:21

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It's (pretty much) all about #WCOOP this week. As the 2024 World Championship of Online Poker heads into its final weekend, James and Joe preview their Main Event coverage on the PokerStars Twitch channel and get an update from the man in the know, WCOOP Correspondent Howard Swains. Plus, they talk to the captain of the team currently sitting at th…

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317. Dead Money star Emile Hirsch + WCOOP Correspondent Howard Swains 1:12:57

1+ y ago1:12:57

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There's a new poker movie for James and Joe to sink their teeth into. They review 'Dead Money', which stars Emile Hirsch as a professional player who endures a dramatic 24 hours at the tables in a series of private games. Emile joins the guys to discuss the film and how he rediscovered his love of poker while preparing for the role. Meanwhile, #WCO…

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316. EPT Barcelona Super High Roller champ Kayhan Mokri + WCOOP Correspondent Howard Swains 1:25:57

1+ y ago1:25:57

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What happened on and off the felt at #EPTBarcelona? James and Joe recap the European Poker Tour's 20th anniversary celebrations with two-time Super High Roller winner Kayhan Mokri. And, with the 2024 World Championship of Online Poker now running on PokerStars, they get the early headlines and series stats from #WCOOP Correspondent Howard Swains. P…

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315. The EPT at 20 with John Duthie 1:08:50

1+ y ago1:08:50

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James and Joe celebrate the 20th anniversary of the European Poker Tour with its founder John Duthie. In an extended interview, John talks about his journey into the television industry, discovering poker in the 1980s, winning the first ever Poker Million, and seeing an opportunity to launch the EPT when the World Poker Tour didn't live up to its n…

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Kasen Truth 28:29

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This week on the show is Kasen Truth, a 32 year old trans man who is currently living in Baltimore, Maryland with his wife. Originally born and raised in Houston, TX, he’s an advocate for social justice, 1/2 of renskaise on YouTube, photographer and a social worker. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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314. WSOP 2024 Main Event champion Jonathan Tamayo 1:24:42

1+ y ago1:24:42

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James and Joe conclude their recap of the biggest poker stories of the summer by talking to this year's World Series of Poker Main Event champion Jonathan Tamayo. Obviously, 'laptop-gate' is a major point of discussion. Jonathan also talks about his journey into poker, how he and his coaches approached the WSOP final table, and exclusively reveals …

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313. Summer recap, plus Big Game on Tour Loose Cannon Nikki Limo 1:36:35

1+ y ago1:36:35

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James and Joe are back from their extended summer break and have a LOT to discuss. Joe's comedy tour, James's multiple trips to Vegas during the WSOP, UKIPT Malaga, a charity poker tournament in Hollywood, Destination RunGood at Thunder Valley, UKIPT London. And more! Plus, with new episodes of 'The Big Game on Tour' still dropping on the PokerStar…

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Partner: Adrienne Wehr 1:08:18

1+ y ago1:08:18

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Adrienne Janene Wehr is a multi-disciplinary artist, and story teller and the cisgender wife of former guest Jessika Janene. Included among Adrienne's myriad stories projects are: In the Company of Ghosts (a multi-disciplinary stage performance that she produced, co-created and co-performed), The Bread, My Sweet (an award winning indie film she pro…

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Gabe Lorca 57:10

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312. Kenny Hallaert 58:45

1+ y ago58:45

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For their second summer special, James and Joe talk to the newest PokerStars ambassador: Belgian poker pro, former WSOP finalist and tournament director Kenny Hallaert. Kenny started his poker journey as an online grinder nearly 20 years ago. He's since organised and run live events in his home country, has worked as a floor person for the EPT, is …