https://www.spreaker.com/show/pokerfuse-podcastenLeisureCopyright pokerfusehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6e4910becf268c6a07569b4c58e5fa04.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/pokerfuse-podcastThu, 29 Aug 2024 17:37:41 +0000pokerfusepokerfusepodcast@pokerfuse.comWeekly show discussing news from the world of poker, with the editors of pokerfuse and Poker Industry PRO.falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pokerfuse-podcast-s2e5-clubs-poker-founder-ceo-jon-kaplowitz--61201137
From the backstory to how to get started playing on Clubs Poker, the guys get the info straight from the source. They also discuss the player experience on the app, the games and features available, the road ahead and more.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61201137Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:35:58 +0000pokerfuseMike and Nick interview Jon Kaplowitz, the CEO and co-founder of Clubs Poker, the the hottest new US social online poker room where players can redeem their winnings at the poker tables for real money prizes. From the backstory to how to get...
From the backstory to how to get started playing on Clubs Poker, the guys get the info straight from the source. They also discuss the player experience on the app, the games and features available, the road ahead and more.]]>2469clubs poker,poker,social casinos,social poker,sweepstakesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pokerfuse-podcast-s2e4-the-world-series-of-poker-brand-sold-for-500m-to-ggpoker--60951373
From the impact the deal will have to WSOP Online in the US and GGPoker in the international online poker markets to what changes (if any) can be expected at the live WSOP festival in Las Vegas, the guys break down every aspect of the deal and use their industry experience to try to answer all of your questions.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60951373Wed, 07 Aug 2024 23:23:10 +0000pokerfuseMike and Nick discuss the recent blockbuster news the the World Series of Poker brand is being sold to the owners of GGPoker for $500M. From the impact the deal will have to WSOP Online in the US and GGPoker in the international online poker...
From the impact the deal will have to WSOP Online in the US and GGPoker in the international online poker markets to what changes (if any) can be expected at the live WSOP festival in Las Vegas, the guys break down every aspect of the deal and use their industry experience to try to answer all of your questions.]]>2729online poker,poker,world series of poker,wsop,wsop onlinefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pokerfuse-podcast-s2e3-wsop-online-at-the-2024-world-series-of-poker--60290054
From the new shared liquidity pool based in Michigan and shared with players in Nevada and New Jersey to the new online poker software and its features and bugs, you'll get all the details.

Of course, the WSOP Online bracelet events and Online Championships Series are also on the agenda, so no matter what state you are in, you won't want to miss this comprehensive look at the new WSOP Online.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60290054Wed, 05 Jun 2024 18:13:03 +0000pokerfuseMike and Nick talk everything WSOP Online during this year's World Series of Poker. From the new shared liquidity pool based in Michigan and shared with players in Nevada and New Jersey to the new online poker software and its features and bugs,...
From the new shared liquidity pool based in Michigan and shared with players in Nevada and New Jersey to the new online poker software and its features and bugs, you'll get all the details.

Of course, the WSOP Online bracelet events and Online Championships Series are also on the agenda, so no matter what state you are in, you won't want to miss this comprehensive look at the new WSOP Online.]]>2699online poker,poker,world series of poker,wsop,wsop onlinefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pokerfuse-podcast-s2e2-guest-john-pappas-former-poker-players-alliance-executive-director--59433798
From what can players do to help bring shared liquidity to Pennsylvania to grassroots activism to bring online poker to more states, John Pappas draws on his experience as PPA Executive Director to share tips and advice for growing poker in the US.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59433798Fri, 12 Apr 2024 06:54:17 +0000pokerfuseMike and Nick talk with former Poker Players Alliance Executive Director John Pappas about efforts to #GrowPApoker and expand online poker to more parts of the US. From what can players do to help bring shared liquidity to Pennsylvania to...
From what can players do to help bring shared liquidity to Pennsylvania to grassroots activism to bring online poker to more states, John Pappas draws on his experience as PPA Executive Director to share tips and advice for growing poker in the US.]]>3027pa,poker,ppa,usfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pokerfuse-podcast-s2e1-guest-alex-scott-president-wpt-global--59036188
Ecology Management is a vital component of managing an online poker room and Alex Scott takes listeners behind the curtain of the most technologically advanced online poker platform to understand what Ecology Management is, why it's important, and how it benefits both high volume and recreational poker players.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59036188Wed, 13 Mar 2024 20:08:41 +0000pokerfuseMike and Nick interview Alex Scott, President WPT Global. Ecology Management is a vital component of managing an online poker room and Alex Scott takes listeners behind the curtain of the most technologically advanced online poker platform to...
Ecology Management is a vital component of managing an online poker room and Alex Scott takes listeners behind the curtain of the most technologically advanced online poker platform to understand what Ecology Management is, why it's important, and how it benefits both high volume and recreational poker players.]]>3521online poker,pokerfuse,wpt,wpt globalfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-edition-8-interview-with-chris-straghalis-director-of-online-poker-experience--52099028https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52099028Mon, 05 Dec 2022 13:44:35 +0000pokerfusePokerStars’ Director of Online Poker Experience, Chris Straghalis, joins Nick and Mike to discuss the importance of big prize pool tournaments in online poker, the future of new poker variants and tournament formats at PokerStars, the recent...3247game integrity,online poker,poker,pokerfuse,pokerstars,real-time assistance,rewardsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-edition-7-interview-with-luke-staudenmaier-head-of-poker-at-betmgm--50575378https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50575378Thu, 14 Jul 2022 20:03:56 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike are back to talk with at BetMGM's Head of Poker, Luke Staudenmaier. After hearing about how Luke got started in online poker and his path to Head of Poker at one of the biggest online poker operators in the US, the discussion turns to...2096betmgm,canada,online poker,ontario,poker,pokerfuse,united statesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-edition-6-interview-with-alex-scott--30813113
Other topics on the table include the evolution of online poker rewards systems, bots, third-party software policies and more.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/30813113Mon, 15 Jun 2020 16:50:55 +0000pokerfuseOn this special edition of the Pokerfuse Podcast, former Managing director of MPN, Alex Scott, joins Mike to discuss some of the current trends in online poker including the use of real names at the tables and rise in popularity of phased tournaments....
Other topics on the table include the evolution of online poker rewards systems, bots, third-party software policies and more.]]>3804falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-edition-5-interview-with-jc-antoine-of-ggpoker--29898745
In addition to reviewing the recent success of the WSOP Super Circuit Series, Mike and JC also discuss the breaking news that GGPoker will be hosting WSOP Online Bracelet Events this summer.

The discussion that follows touches on the things that make the GGPoker software stand out from its competition and JC's insights and opinions on the greater online poker industry.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/29898745Mon, 08 Jun 2020 15:07:24 +0000pokerfuseOn this special edition of the Pokerfuse Podcast, Mike sits down with the Head of the GGPoker Network, Jean-Christophe Antoine. In addition to reviewing the recent success of the WSOP Super Circuit Series, Mike and JC also discuss the breaking news...
In addition to reviewing the recent success of the WSOP Super Circuit Series, Mike and JC also discuss the breaking news that GGPoker will be hosting WSOP Online Bracelet Events this summer.

The discussion that follows touches on the things that make the GGPoker software stand out from its competition and JC's insights and opinions on the greater online poker industry.]]>3915falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-edition-4-interview-with-eric-hollreiser--24757366
Eric shares his thoughts on his proudest moments with the company and then he reflects back on what is viewed by many as the lowest point for the company, how it handled the removal of the Supernova Elite program.

The conversation then shift to the future of online poker as Eric shares his opinions on innovation in poker, the evolution of brand ambassadors in poker, the potential lasting impact of the current global pandemic on the game and much more.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24757366Thu, 02 Apr 2020 21:31:55 +0000pokerfuseOn this special edition of the Pokerfuse Podcast, Mike sits down with former Head of Corporate Communications and Global Poker Marketing for PokerStars, Eric Hollreiser. Eric shares his thoughts on his proudest moments with the company and then he...
Eric shares his thoughts on his proudest moments with the company and then he reflects back on what is viewed by many as the lowest point for the company, how it handled the removal of the Supernova Elite program.

The conversation then shift to the future of online poker as Eric shares his opinions on innovation in poker, the evolution of brand ambassadors in poker, the potential lasting impact of the current global pandemic on the game and much more.]]>3247falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-47-highly-successful-sunday-majors-live-poker-tournaments-and-home-games-move-online-and-online-poker-cash-game-traffic-explodes--24304736
With the cancellation of all live poker events, some operators are even home game organizers are moving their poker games online. Find out where you can play or host your next game.

Traffic at the cash game tables have reached a level not seen in years. The guys provide historical context around the numbers.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24304736Wed, 25 Mar 2020 19:36:34 +0000pokerfuseOnline poker had its biggest weekend of the year with the biggest Sunday Majors all surpassing their guarantees. Nick and Mike provide perspective around the big numbers from the weekend. With the cancellation of all live poker events, some...
With the cancellation of all live poker events, some operators are even home game organizers are moving their poker games online. Find out where you can play or host your next game.

Traffic at the cash game tables have reached a level not seen in years. The guys provide historical context around the numbers.]]>1992falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-46-how-the-coronavirus-is-impacting-both-live-and-online-poker-and-pokerstars-releases-swap-hold-em--24071805
With so many people staying at home, online poker is booming. Operators are chipping in to convert some live events to online, and they are raising guarantees for those that now have some unexpected time on their hands.

PokerStars has released yet another poker variant. The guys tell you about the rules and discuss the potential for the game to catch on.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24071805Thu, 19 Mar 2020 22:08:19 +0000pokerfuseThe coronavirus has caused the cancellation of all live poker for the foreseeable future. Nick and Mike bring you the latest and discuss possible alternatives for the World Series of Poker. With so many people staying at home, online poker is...
With so many people staying at home, online poker is booming. Operators are chipping in to convert some live events to online, and they are raising guarantees for those that now have some unexpected time on their hands.

PokerStars has released yet another poker variant. The guys tell you about the rules and discuss the potential for the game to catch on.]]>2413falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-coronavirus-causes-poker-event-cancellations-pokerstars-and-partypoker-report-2019-financials-and-the-global-poker-awards--23765420
The full year financial reports for the parent companies of PokerStars and partypoker are out, the guys bring you the top line figures and discuss what might impact online poker's success in 2020.

The Global Poker Awards were handed out last week in Las Vegas, and members of Team pokerfuse were in attendance. Find out what the guys thought of the event as they highlight some of the notable awards.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23765420Wed, 11 Mar 2020 21:06:12 +0000pokerfuseThe poker world is not immune to the coronavirus as poker operators cancel a slew of live events. Nick and Mike run down which upcoming events have been cancelled so far and speculate on the fate of some of the bigger events happening later in the...
The full year financial reports for the parent companies of PokerStars and partypoker are out, the guys bring you the top line figures and discuss what might impact online poker's success in 2020.

The Global Poker Awards were handed out last week in Las Vegas, and members of Team pokerfuse were in attendance. Find out what the guys thought of the event as they highlight some of the notable awards.]]>2161falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-coronavirus-causes-poker-event-cancellations-pokerstars-and-partypoker-report-2019-financials-and-the-global-poker-awards--23765346
The full year financial reports for the parent companies of PokerStars and partypoker are out, the guys bring you the top line figures and discuss what might impact online poker's success in 2020.

The Global Poker Awards were handed out last week in Las Vegas, and members of Team pokerfuse were in attendance. Find out what the guys thought of the event as they highlight some of the notable awards.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23765346Wed, 11 Mar 2020 21:01:28 +0000pokerfuseThe poker world is not immune to the coronavirus as poker operators cancel a slew of live events. Nick and Mike run down which upcoming events have been cancelled so far and speculate on the fate of some of the bigger events happening later in the...
The full year financial reports for the parent companies of PokerStars and partypoker are out, the guys bring you the top line figures and discuss what might impact online poker's success in 2020.

The Global Poker Awards were handed out last week in Las Vegas, and members of Team pokerfuse were in attendance. Find out what the guys thought of the event as they highlight some of the notable awards.]]>21612020,awards,coronavirus,global,globalpokerawards,gvc,online,partypoker,pass,platinum,poker,pokerstars,pspc,tsg,wsopfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-44-unibet-poker-celebrates-its-6th-birthday-pokerstars-offers-direct-satellites-to-pspc-2020-side-bets-are-live-on-pokerstars--23231358
PokerStars has begun offering direct satellites into the 2020 PSPC, the guys tell you how you can qualify for those satellites and breakdown the number of Platinum Passes given away so far.

And finally, PokerStars has gone live with its new side bet feature. The guys breakdown how this new feature works and opine on the likelihood of its success.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23231358Thu, 27 Feb 2020 02:06:15 +0000pokerfuseUnibet Poker is celebrating its 6th birthday. Nick and Mike take a look what makes Unibet special and what players on the platform can expect in the future. PokerStars has begun offering direct satellites into the 2020 PSPC, the guys tell you how...
PokerStars has begun offering direct satellites into the 2020 PSPC, the guys tell you how you can qualify for those satellites and breakdown the number of Platinum Passes given away so far.

And finally, PokerStars has gone live with its new side bet feature. The guys breakdown how this new feature works and opine on the likelihood of its success.]]>2398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-43-recent-online-poker-software-updates-2020-wsop-online-bracelet-events-and-run-it-once-poker-turns-1-year-old--22971173https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22971173Wed, 19 Feb 2020 22:54:12 +0000pokerfuseOnline poker operators have been upgrading their software. Nick and Mike take you through some of the new features and games that have become available. The World Series of Poker has announced their online bracelet events for this summer. The guys...2397falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-42-partypoker-millions-and-pokerstars-pspc-promotions-prospects-for-new-york-online-poker-and-all-in-sit-n-gos-trialed-in-spain--22746806https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22746806Thu, 13 Feb 2020 22:45:57 +0000pokerfuseThere has been a lot of news about major live poker tournaments scheduled for 2020, Nick and Mike are back to tell you about what to expect from the partypoker Millions events and the PokerStars Players Championship (PSPC). Also this week, a court...2504falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-41-brand-ambassadors-for-online-poker-companies-on-the-move-sunday-majors-overlay-and-updates-to-the-partypoker-software--22486306https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22486306Thu, 06 Feb 2020 18:10:17 +0000pokerfuseThere is more movement with online poker sponsored pros, Nick and Mike discuss the news and implications. The big three Sunday tournaments all failed to meet their guarantees this past week, the guys look at the extra value created for players and...2481falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-40-pokerstars-new-lobby-the-arrest-of-pokerstars-founder-isai-scheinberg-and-the-rising-sunday-major-gg-masters--22210432https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22210432Wed, 29 Jan 2020 21:53:39 +0000pokerfusePokerStars is getting ready to roll out a new lobby design, they have brought back the Hold'em/Omaha hybrid game Fusion and we may also see 6 Card Omaha at PokerStars in the near future. Nick and Mike also discuss the recent arrest of PokerStars...2643falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-39-pokerstars-new-side-bets-feature-new-online-poker-bills-in-the-us-and-a-new-batch-of-online-poker-tournaments--21998267https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21998267Thu, 23 Jan 2020 21:51:42 +0000pokerfusePokerStars is rolling out a new feature called Side Bets and Nick and Mike discuss the details. Then the guys talk about some of the new bills that have been introduced in the US that could legalize online poker in those states, and they wrap things...2326falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-38-jason-somerville-leaves-pokerstars-michigan-legalizes-online-poker-and-partypoker-could-soon-open-in-nevada--21515741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21515741Thu, 09 Jan 2020 18:19:24 +0000pokerfuseJanuary is typically a time that we see a lot of movement with regard to sponsored online poker pros. Nick and Mike discuss this year's announcements including the departure of Jason Somerville from PokerStars. On the US online poker front, Michigan...2091falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-edition-3-interview-with-mpn-managing-director-of-poker-alex-scott--21453257https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21453257Tue, 07 Jan 2020 23:58:46 +0000pokerfuseOn this special edition of the pod, Nick and Mike sit down with Alex Scott, Managing Director of Poker for Microgaming. With the network preparing to close down, Alex and the guys get into the reasons why behind the decision and a bunch of other...4755falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-37-high-profile-sunday-online-poker-tournaments-pennsylvania-pacoop-start-strong-and-michigan-is-about-to-legalize-online-poker--20867189
The US online poker market is heating. The guys cover the recent success of PokerStars PA, what that means for online poker in New Jersey and the status of online poker legislation in Michigan.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20867189Wed, 18 Dec 2019 22:48:50 +0000pokerfuseSunday online poker tournaments with big guarantees are popular with players, Nick and Mike discuss the recent performance of the PokerStars Half-Price Sunday Million, the partypoker Million and the partypoker MILLIONS Online as well as highlight the...
The US online poker market is heating. The guys cover the recent success of PokerStars PA, what that means for online poker in New Jersey and the status of online poker legislation in Michigan.]]>3369falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-36-several-operators-introduce-changes-to-their-lottery-style-sngs-pokerstars-pa-1-month-in-and-2-skins-moving-to-partypoker--20513791
PokerStars PA has been live for a month. The guys take a look at how online poker has been received in Pennsylvania, compare its performance to other regulated markets and check in on the state’s first online poker tournament series, PACOOP.

And finally, find out which two online poker rooms are set to join the partypoker network.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20513791Thu, 05 Dec 2019 22:09:19 +0000pokerfuseSeveral online poker sites are tweaking the structures and payouts of their lottery-style sit and go offerings. Nick and Mike cover all the latest changes and discuss the implications. PokerStars PA has been live for a month. The guys take a look...
PokerStars PA has been live for a month. The guys take a look at how online poker has been received in Pennsylvania, compare its performance to other regulated markets and check in on the state’s first online poker tournament series, PACOOP.

And finally, find out which two online poker rooms are set to join the partypoker network.]]>3123falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-35-partypoker-mobile-run-it-once-legends-and-pokerstars-traffic-spike--20333178
Partypoker has a new mobile client out, and it brings a new portrait design to the Spins table. It also adds a curious new social currency called Diamonds - will it be a hit?

Run it Once has gone back to the drawing board with its rewards program. In response to customer feedback, the online poker upstart has added in a more traditional rewards program, called Legends, that returns cashback directly to players accounts each week. Will it be enough to finally start building consistent liquidity at the tables?

And PokerStars has run not one, but two rare cash game promotions in the last few weeks, which has seemingly had a big impact on the online poker giant's cash game traffic--enough to number 1 spot in the global traffic rankings.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20333178Thu, 28 Nov 2019 09:23:51 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike take us through the big stories in online poker this week. Partypoker has a new mobile client out, and it brings a new portrait design to the Spins table. It also adds a curious new social currency called Diamonds - will it be a hit?...
Partypoker has a new mobile client out, and it brings a new portrait design to the Spins table. It also adds a curious new social currency called Diamonds - will it be a hit?

Run it Once has gone back to the drawing board with its rewards program. In response to customer feedback, the online poker upstart has added in a more traditional rewards program, called Legends, that returns cashback directly to players accounts each week. Will it be enough to finally start building consistent liquidity at the tables?

And PokerStars has run not one, but two rare cash game promotions in the last few weeks, which has seemingly had a big impact on the online poker giant's cash game traffic--enough to number 1 spot in the global traffic rankings.]]>2788falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-pokerstars-releases-new-games-red-star-poker-announces-its-new-network-partner-and-daniel-negreanu-signs-with-ggpoker--20197915https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20197915Fri, 22 Nov 2019 20:05:47 +0000pokerfuseDeep Water Hold'em and Tempest Hold'em are the newest games to hit PokerStars, Nick and Mike tell you how they are played and discuss what sets them apart. Red Star Poker becomes the first MPN skin to announce its new home, the guys talk about what...2997falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-33-pokerstars-pulls-power-up-but-new-games-are-coming-pennsylvania-wire-act-updates-and-more-ambassadors-leave-pokerstars--20054859https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20054859Fri, 15 Nov 2019 21:11:48 +0000pokerfusePower Up is on its way out at PokerStars, but we have uncovered some new games that are on their way, Nick and Mike discuss what they are and how they might be different from standard Texas Hold'em. The guys also talk about updates to the Wire Act...3014falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-32-trouble-at-partypoker-million-online-poker-live-in-pennsylvania-and-q3-financial-reporting--19913812https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19913812Thu, 07 Nov 2019 22:03:15 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike take you through the headlines in the world of online poker this week. The partypoker Million experienced technical issues, but the operator went above and beyond to make things right for affected players, the Pennsylvania online poker...3140falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-31-the-latest-in-online-mtt-news-incl-the-partypoker-million-pennsylvania-online-casino-success-a-discussion-on-women-in-poker--19681176https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19681176Fri, 25 Oct 2019 06:24:26 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike go over all the latest news about online MTTs, including the latest announcement that partypoker is launching a weekly guaranteed $1 million tournament. We then compare and contrast the early performance of Pennsylvania online casinos...2647falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-30-stealthy-pokerstars-neutered-new-jersey-and-monopoly-madness--19554786https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19554786Thu, 17 Oct 2019 15:40:53 +0000pokerfuseAfter a brief hiatus, the pokerfuse pair are back to discuss the latest in online poker. In this week's episode, Nick and Mike chew through the latest PokerStars reveals, including Stealth anonymous tables and spin and Go Flash. They then take a look...2885falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-29-the-end-of-mpn-pending-pennsylvania-and-roads-to-the-pspc--19243556
To kick off the show, the surprise announcement of the closure of MPN is discussed. The pair talk about the reasons behind the closure, the future of poker at Microgaming, implications for the industry, impact to players, and who the main beneficiaries may be.

In the second segment, Mike brings us the latest from Pennsylvania, where casinos and sports are live but poker remains pending. Still, we have more teaser information on what a PokerStars launch might look like, with a behind-the-curtains look at a potential launch MTT schedule.

And finally, Nick brings us the latest in PokerStars' ramp up to the PSPC, with new details on the global Moneymaker tour, the companion French tour, and the MEGAPATH online satellites.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19243556Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:10:55 +0000pokerfuseIn the pokerfuse podcast this week, Nick and Mike once again bring you three top stories from the world of online poker. To kick off the show, the surprise announcement of the closure of MPN is discussed. The pair talk about the reasons behind the...
To kick off the show, the surprise announcement of the closure of MPN is discussed. The pair talk about the reasons behind the closure, the future of poker at Microgaming, implications for the industry, impact to players, and who the main beneficiaries may be.

In the second segment, Mike brings us the latest from Pennsylvania, where casinos and sports are live but poker remains pending. Still, we have more teaser information on what a PokerStars launch might look like, with a behind-the-curtains look at a potential launch MTT schedule.

And finally, Nick brings us the latest in PokerStars' ramp up to the PSPC, with new details on the global Moneymaker tour, the companion French tour, and the MEGAPATH online satellites.]]>2888falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-28-no-pca-in-2020-run-it-once-to-add-sngs-by-year-s-end-online-poker-bots-make-headlines--19173617https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19173617Fri, 20 Sep 2019 20:44:01 +0000pokerfuseThis week on the pokerfuse podcast Nick and Mike discuss the recent announcement that the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure will not return to The Bahamas in 2020. Run It Once Poker expects to have Sit & Gos by the end of the year, the guys share their...2993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-software-updates-pokerstars-pennsylvania-teases-and-888-s-poker-woes--19078636https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19078636Thu, 12 Sep 2019 13:49:25 +0000pokerfuseIn this week's episode of the pokerfuse podcast, Nick and Mike take a look at major software client updates from PokerStars, partypoker, WPN and MPN; the pair reveal some exclusive details about PokerStars' planned online poker launch in Pennsylvania;...2777falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-galfond-plays-on-his-own-site-live-poker-investment-in-spain-and-millions-online-ramp-up-begins--19011556
The show kicks off with the pair discussing the motivations and potential PR pitfalls of Phil Galfond's authorization to play and stream on the real money online room that he founded.

Following on from last week's PSPC announcement, the pokerfuse duo then discuss the high level investment in Spain both live and online.

In the finally segment, the pair take a look at the first marketing ramp up for partypoker's upcoming MILLIONS Online poker tournament, with its audacious $20 million guarantee.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19011556Thu, 05 Sep 2019 13:28:36 +0000pokerfuseBack from Barcelona, Mike and Nick dive back into the top online poker news of the week. The show kicks off with the pair discussing the motivations and potential PR pitfalls of Phil Galfond's authorization to play and stream on the real money...
The show kicks off with the pair discussing the motivations and potential PR pitfalls of Phil Galfond's authorization to play and stream on the real money online room that he founded.

Following on from last week's PSPC announcement, the pokerfuse duo then discuss the high level investment in Spain both live and online.

In the finally segment, the pair take a look at the first marketing ramp up for partypoker's upcoming MILLIONS Online poker tournament, with its audacious $20 million guarantee.]]>2578falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-pokerstars-player-championship-returns-in-2020-fall-tournament-series-overview-ggnetwork-unveils-smart-bet-sizing--18979162
The highly successful PSPC is coming back in 2020 and the guys discuss what information they have about the tournament and Platinum Passes. They also compare the original that took place in The Bahamas in January with the newly announced event that takes place next August.

The beginning of the fall online poker tournament series is upon us and the guys talk about what the top operators are offering and the massive prize pools that are being guaranteed.

GGNetwork has a new feature that provides players with custom bet sizing options at the table. Find out all the details and what this means for online poker.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18979162Mon, 02 Sep 2019 12:56:18 +0000pokerfuseThe Pokerfuse Podcast comes to you live from sunny Barcelona, Spain where Nick and Mike talk about the return of the PokerStars Players NL Hold'em Championship in 2020. The highly successful PSPC is coming back in 2020 and the guys discuss what...
The highly successful PSPC is coming back in 2020 and the guys discuss what information they have about the tournament and Platinum Passes. They also compare the original that took place in The Bahamas in January with the newly announced event that takes place next August.

The beginning of the fall online poker tournament series is upon us and the guys talk about what the top operators are offering and the massive prize pools that are being guaranteed.

GGNetwork has a new feature that provides players with custom bet sizing options at the table. Find out all the details and what this means for online poker.]]>2320falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-pokerstars-table-limits-news-from-pennsylvania-and-partypoker-s-bot-battle--18896583
Nick and Mike kick off the episode with a rundown of all the latest news from PokerStars, including the deployment of All-in Cashout, hints of a new tournament format called Swap Hold'em, and the surprise decision to limit the number of cash game tables to four.

We then switch to US news, with Mike bringing you up to speed with all the latest from the regulated markets, with the DOJ's continual latest appeal in the Wire Act court case, developments in Pennsylvania, and hopes of future states regulated.

In the final segment, Nick breaks down partypoker's latest monthly update in their battle against bots, and what July's increase in account closure could mean.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18896583Fri, 23 Aug 2019 09:22:11 +0000pokerfuseThe pokerfuse pair are back after their summer break to bring you the latest in online poker news. Nick and Mike kick off the episode with a rundown of all the latest news from PokerStars, including the deployment of All-in Cashout, hints of a new...
Nick and Mike kick off the episode with a rundown of all the latest news from PokerStars, including the deployment of All-in Cashout, hints of a new tournament format called Swap Hold'em, and the surprise decision to limit the number of cash game tables to four.

We then switch to US news, with Mike bringing you up to speed with all the latest from the regulated markets, with the DOJ's continual latest appeal in the Wire Act court case, developments in Pennsylvania, and hopes of future states regulated.

In the final segment, Nick breaks down partypoker's latest monthly update in their battle against bots, and what July's increase in account closure could mean.]]>2795falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-acr-s-record-partypoker-s-real-names-fall-schedules-and-bubble-protection--18641817https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18641817Thu, 25 Jul 2019 20:23:13 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike discuss the new online poker world record set at Americas Cardroom, the move by partypoker to use players' real names at the tables, the big money up for grabs this fall in the major online poker tournament series, and a new feature on...2557falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-world-series-of-poker-wrap-up-wsop-online-bracelet-events-overview-and-pennsylvania-online-casino-launch--18573783https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18573783Wed, 17 Jul 2019 18:03:45 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike review some of the record breaking numbers and interesting facts from the 50th Anniversary World Series of Poker. The conversation then shifts to the WSOP.com online bracelet events and the trends that became apparent this year. In other...2776falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-wsop-main-event-pennsylvania-online-poker-launch-new-partypoker-and-pokerstars-features-and-more--18526200
Talk then shifts to the new features being rolled out at partypoker and those pending at PokerStars. The pod wraps up with interesting developments in the regulated markets of Portugal and Sweden that touch some of the biggest online poker companies in the world.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18526200Thu, 11 Jul 2019 20:15:14 +0000pokerfuseThe guys discuss the participation of the WSOP Main Event and look at some of the remaining 106 players. Nick and Mike then preview the upcoming igaming launch in Pennsylvania. Talk then shifts to the new features being rolled out at partypoker and...
Talk then shifts to the new features being rolled out at partypoker and those pending at PokerStars. The pod wraps up with interesting developments in the regulated markets of Portugal and Sweden that touch some of the biggest online poker companies in the world.]]>3748falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-wsop-stats-888-in-portugal-pokerstars-switzerland-and-hand-histories-at-run-it-once--18459620
The pair then take us through the thicket of regulatory news from Europe, with 888 finally approved for shared liquidity in Portugal, and operators readying for regulated online gaming in Switzerland.

Finally, we touch on a small update from Run it Once Poker, and how it continues the conversation of the role of hand histories and third party tools in online poker.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18459620Thu, 04 Jul 2019 11:07:51 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike update you on all the latest from the world of poker, starting with some interesting stats coming from the World Series of Poker, plus details from the partypoker MILLIONS Las Vegas. The pair then take us through the thicket of...
The pair then take us through the thicket of regulatory news from Europe, with 888 finally approved for shared liquidity in Portugal, and operators readying for regulated online gaming in Switzerland.

Finally, we touch on a small update from Run it Once Poker, and how it continues the conversation of the role of hand histories and third party tools in online poker.]]>2299falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-partypoker-changes-updates-on-the-us-online-poker-market-live-poker-events-in-sochi-russia--18406628https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18406628Fri, 28 Jun 2019 06:52:53 +0000pokerfuseOn this week's pod, Nick and Mike discuss the changes at partypoker with analysis of the interview of partypoker's Tom Waters and Rob Yong and a recap of the information that has come out since. Pennsylvania is set to open its online poker market in 2...3512falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-edition-2-interview-with-partypoker-s-tom-waters-and-rob-yong--18328777
Topics discussed in this wide-reaching interview include:

- The end of HUDs at partypoker.
- The reasons for ending hand histories saved to the hard drive.
- Rob's new #fairplay concept.
- How the operator will police the game in a post-hand history world.
- The planned use of moving to real names instead of screen names.
- Other ecology changes coming up at partypoker.
- Plans for its live poker tour and the synergy with online.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18328777Thu, 20 Jun 2019 15:15:02 +0000pokerfuseIn our second special edition on the pokerfuse podcast, your hosts Mike Gentile and Nick Jones sit down with Tom Waters, Head of Poker at partypoker, and Rob Yong, partypoker partner, to discuss the latest ecology changes at the online poker room....
Topics discussed in this wide-reaching interview include:

- The end of HUDs at partypoker.
- The reasons for ending hand histories saved to the hard drive.
- Rob's new #fairplay concept.
- How the operator will police the game in a post-hand history world.
- The planned use of moving to real names instead of screen names.
- Other ecology changes coming up at partypoker.
- Plans for its live poker tour and the synergy with online.]]>3970falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-good-news-about-us-online-poker-improvements-at-run-it-once-legislative-news-in-europe--18264028https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18264028Thu, 13 Jun 2019 19:47:58 +0000pokerfuseThe news in the US about online poker keeps getting better. Nick and Mike bring you the latest developments surrounding the Wire Act and interstate liquidity sharing. The guys also discuss the latest round of updates to the Run It Once software and...2215act,doj,it,netherlands,once,online,poker,run,switzerland,the,us,wirefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-wsop-starts-us-shared-liquidity-daniel-negreanu-pokerstars-ambassadors-and-overlays-in-the-sunday-million-and-ko-series--18196106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18196106Thu, 06 Jun 2019 18:05:34 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike are back at discussing the start of the World Series of Poker, the evolving situation with US shared liquidity for online poker, the changing landscape of PokerStars ambassadors including the departure of Daniel Negreanu, and recent...3128falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-edition-1-interview-w-david-sklansky--18174352https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18174352Wed, 05 Jun 2019 00:37:18 +0000pokerfuseDavid Sklansky joins the Pokerfuse Podcast for its first Special Edition episode to discuss his new book The Theory of Poker Applied to No-Limit. In addition, Sklansky speculates on poker might help keep a person's brain healthy, the future of No...2458falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-partypoker-coming-to-nevada-various-new-online-poker-software-updates-cnbc-coverage-of-poker-staking--18056235https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18056235Thu, 23 May 2019 17:49:56 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike discuss the potential of partypoker launching online poker in Nevada, they then take listeners through a slew of recent upgrades rolled out by various online poker operators including some cool innovative features, and they wrap up the...2034falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-spring-mtts-in-full-bloom-tsg-q1-2019-and-more-bots-crackdowns--18001830https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18001830Fri, 17 May 2019 16:05:20 +0000pokerfuseWith Mike OOO galavanting in Las Vegas, the pair still take time out of their busy schedule to bring you all the latest from the world of online poker: The latest in online poker tournaments from PokerStars, partypoker and GG Network, with some on-air...1998falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-stars-group-and-fox-new-jersey-s-wire-act-court-case-millions-online-and-in-las-vegas--17881779https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17881779Thu, 09 May 2019 17:05:23 +0000pokerfuseIn this week's episode, Nick and Mike waste no time in diving into an in-depth discussion on Wednesday's big news on The Stars Group's partnership with FOX Sports, what it means for US sports betting, and any ramifications to online poker. Mike then...2597falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-an-update-on-us-shared-liquidity-and-wsop-online-events-new-games-on-pokerstars-and-the-latest-on-twitch-poker-streamers--17829271https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17829271Fri, 03 May 2019 21:24:20 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike kick off the show by discussing things they won't discuss on this episode. The guys update listeners on potential paths forward for shared liquidity in the US and the status of the upcoming WSOP online events. The conversation then...3052falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-huds-on-party-aurora-on-stars-bots-on-wpn-and-a-pa-go-live--17745076https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17745076Thu, 25 Apr 2019 17:07:56 +0000pokerfuseBack after another week's unplanned break, Mike and Nick talk the planned ban of HUDs on partypoker, PokerStars' new Aurora game engine and the operator's ramp-up to 200 billion hands. Mike then takes us through the latest from Pennsylvania, and they...3605falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-spring-tournaments-millions-online-global-poker-awards-bots-seating-scripts-pokerstars-ufc-and-vr-updates--17621296https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17621296Fri, 12 Apr 2019 23:14:32 +0000pokerfuseIn the show's first 1 hour+ episode, Nick and Mike discuss the reason for taking a week off, the huge Spring Online Poker Series season, the announcement of partypoker MILLIONS Online, the Global Poker Awards, Bots and Seating Scripts, UFC Spins,...3994falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-the-state-of-the-online-poker-industry-partypoker-launches-short-deck-west-virginia-legalizes-online-poker-and-more--17467331https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17467331Thu, 28 Mar 2019 21:09:50 +0000pokerfuseIn a jam-packed episode about the happenings in the world of online poker, Nick and Mike discuss the upcoming release of The State of the Online Poker Industry Spring 2019 from Poker Industry PRO, the newest game from partypoker - Short Deck Hold'em,...2692deck,hold'em,online,partypoker,poker,pokerfuse,pokerstars,short,ufc,virginia,west,zyngafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-stars-rewards-2-0-new-ufc-themed-poker-game-global-poker-awards-suggestions--17397882https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17397882Thu, 21 Mar 2019 21:57:38 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike provide their insights into the latest happenings in the world of poker including the new changes to the PokerStars rewards program, the status of several novelty poker games at PokerStars including Split Omaha, 6+ Hold'em and what may...2286falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-global-poker-awards-us-market-update-upcoming-online-tournament-series-and-888-financials--17323623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17323623Thu, 14 Mar 2019 19:55:35 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike discuss the latest in the world of poker including the inaugural Global Poker Awards, the latest news about online poker from the US, what to expect from upcoming online poker tournament series, and analysis of 888's financial reporting.2523falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-financial-reporting-season-the-latest-in-the-us-and-pennsylvania-and-changes-to-automated-seating-scripts--17256251https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17256251Thu, 07 Mar 2019 19:47:49 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike highlight the latest in online poker news. It's financial reporting season, and the guys discuss the poker companies' results for 2018 & outlook for 2019. There is news about the launch of online poker in Pennsylvania, an update on the...2301falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-split-omaha-west-virginia-relaxing-in-france-and-sitting-down-at-pokerstars--17185016https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17185016Thu, 28 Feb 2019 18:31:15 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike sit down once again to bring you the latest in online poker news in an easily digestible half an hour. The pair start off with a discussion on Split Omaha - is it real? Are PokerStars messing with us? - then Mike brings you up to speed...2217falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-streaming-netherlands-streaming-wsop-streaming-gg-network-and-more-streaming--17110599https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17110599Thu, 21 Feb 2019 22:57:46 +0000pokerfuseNick and Mike discuss all the movements in the Great Twitch shakeup and coin the term The Live Streaming Carousel; they raise a glass to the Dutch online gambling regulation as is passes through the Senatel they think on their feet as WSOP drop the...2106falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-stars-rewards-and-boycott-dutch-spanish-and-us-developments-and-run-it-once-latest--17066002https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17066002Sun, 17 Feb 2019 09:04:09 +0000pokerfuseComing a couple of days later than the regular slot, Mike and Nick discuss the announced reduction in rewards for PokerStars' MTT players and the subsequent planned boycott; the latest regulatory developments in the Netherlands and the significant...1895falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-run-it-once-wsop-online-bracelets-and-three-times-a-party--16978088https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16978088Thu, 07 Feb 2019 19:17:41 +0000pokerfuse1992falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-sunday-success-seating-scripts-nj-numbers-and-portuguese-poker--16900867https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16900867Fri, 01 Feb 2019 07:16:03 +0000pokerfuseThis week on the pokerfuse Podcast we take a look at the Sunday Million, discuss the latest on seating scripts, review the highs and lows from 2018 for New Jersey online poker and talk about the most recent change to shared liquidity in Europe.1913falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-six-plus-wire-act-wrangles-and-the-cut-price-sunday-million--16838054Topics include:
- 6+ Hold'em (aka Short Deck Hold'em)
- The new DOJ opinion on the Wire Act
- The new buy-in for the PokerStars Sunday Million]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16838054Fri, 25 Jan 2019 10:37:23 +0000pokerfuseThe pokerfuse Podcast January 25, 2019 Topics include: - 6+ Hold'em (aka Short Deck Hold'em) - The new DOJ opinion on the Wire Act - The new buy-in for the PokerStars Sunday MillionTopics include:
- 6+ Hold'em (aka Short Deck Hold'em)
- The new DOJ opinion on the Wire Act
- The new buy-in for the PokerStars Sunday Million]]>1788falsefull