PokerNews Podcast

2023 WSOP Schedule + Hear from Bonomo, Boston Rob & David Costabile at PSPC!

On the latest PokerNews Podcast episode of 2023, Chad Holloway and Connor Richards come to you straight from the 2023 PokerStars Players No-Limit Hold'em Championship (PSPC) in the Bahamas. First, they discuss the full schedule reveal of the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) schedule, and then dive headfirst into all things PSPC and PokerStars Caribbean Adventure (PCA). That includes interviews with PCA champ Michel Dattani, Survivor all-star "Boston" Rob Mariano, Billions and Breaking Bad actor David Costabile, and Justin ...

Chopped-Pot Elimination, Guests Ike Haxton & Vanessa Kade from PCA

On the latest PokerNews Podcast episode of 2023, Chad Holloway and Jesse Fullen discuss a controversial hand from the WSOP Circuit King’s Resort that was a chopped pot but accidentally resulted in the elimination of one player at the final table. They then turn their attention to the 2023 PokerStars Caribbean Adventure (PCA) down in The Bahamas. It was there that Isaac Haxton continued his heater, and he spoke with PokerNews after winning the $100K Super High Roller. Plus, Connor ...

Postle Back in Poker & Guest Mori Eskandani Remembers Shares Mirage Stories

In the latest PokerNews Podcast episode of 2023, Chad Holloway and Connor Richards handle things while Jesse Fullen is in Australia. They discuss Mike Postle’s sudden reappearance in the poker world after making a final table at the Million Dollar Heater at Beau Rivage in Mississippi, while also talking about the slowroll and needle that accompanied his bust out. They try to balance that story with a heart-warming one where Johnnie “Johnnie Vibes” Moreno put a bartender into the MSPT ...

Borgata The Return Massive Success, Poker Face Movie Review & More

In the first PokerNews Podcast episode of 2023, Chad Holloway, Jesse Fullen, and Connor Richards bring you all the latest stories from the New Year including Jason Koon officially winning High Stakes Duel III after no challenger stepped up, a poker player winning a $6.4 million pai gow jackpot in Las Vegas, and a movie review on Russell Crowe’s Poker Face. They also dive deep into the Borgata’s The Return, which proved to be a very successful return series for ...

A Look Back at the Biggest Stories of 2022; Where Does Negreanu Rank?

In the final PokerNews Podcast episode of 2022 – which marks our 51st of the year – Chad Holloway, Jesse Fullen, and Connor Richards take a look back at the biggest stories of the year as presented in PokerNews’ Top 10 Stories of 2022 article series. Take a trip back as they reminisce about big stories such as the boom of live poker, the World Series of Poker (WSOP) moving homes, and cheating scandals galore. Plus, they talk live streams, ...

Hear from WPT Championship Winner Eliot Hudon + a $250K Bounty!

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Jesse Fullen, and Connor Richards wrap up the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Poker. That includes recapping winners from the $1,100 WPT Prime and Ladies Championship, the $1,600 Wynn Mystery Bounty (hear from Dave McGowan, who drew the $250,000 top bounty), and of course Eliot Hudon beating out 2,960 entrants to win the tournament for $4.1 million. In fact, they offer a winner interview with the champ! ...

HCL Investigation & $1.2M Hand, Koon vs. Hellmuth; Neidgrano on WPT Wynn

$12K Contest Giveaway Controversy & WPT RRPO Champ Andy Wilson

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Jesse Fullen discuss their recent travels, offer highlights from the World Poker Tour (WPT) Rock 'n' Roll Poker Open (RRPO) at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, and offer an interview with the winner of the $3,500 Championship, Andy Wilson, who claimed a $785,800 top prize. Speaking of the WPT, don't miss out on hearing about this week's ClubWPT Qualifier, who punched their ticket to the upcoming $15M GTD WPT World ...

Poker Hall of Famer Jack Binion Shares Decades Worth of WSOP Memories

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Jesse Fullen, and Connor Richards welcome a very special guest in Poker Hall of Famer Jack Binion. Jesse sat down with the living legend and got him to open up about his favorite memories from decades of the World Series of Poker (WSOP), and trust us when we say there are some stories not to be missed! The crew also offers their thoughts on the Women in Poker Hall of ...

Hall of Fame Poker Room, Hellmuth's Bad Picks & Guest Chad Eveslage

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Jesse Fullen, and Connor Richards talk about the opening of the Hall of Fame Poker Room at Bally's (soon to be Horseshoe Las Vegas), actor Vince Vaughn taking on former Main Event champs, and the FTX crypto crash. They also highlight winners from the PokerStars WCOOP, APPT Cambodia, and Bar Poker Open before talking about Phil Hellmuth's crappy record in his NFL "Pick of the Week." However, it's not all ...

Everything You Need to Know About the WPT World Championship Wynn Las Vegas

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Jesse Fullen, and Connor Richards devote the entire show to covering everything you need to know about the upcoming World Poker Tour (WPT) $10K buy-in, $15M GTD World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas. In total, the festival, which runs December 1-20, features 23 tournaments and $22 million in guarantees. Although there are a number of major events the series is highlighted by the largest guaranteed prize pool poker tournament in ...

Introducing Connor Richards, Updates on HCL Alleged Cheating & Poker inTexas

On the latest episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway welcomes new co-host Connor Richards to the show for the first time! The duo discusses big winners from the EPT London, Poker Hall of Famer Erik Seidel's love of music, and recent updates regarding the Hustler Casino Live (HCL) cheating allegations. They also break down Bill Klein's epic bluff on HCL, Chad Eveslage and Steve Buckner's WPT Five Diamond battle, and why poker in Texas may be in danger. Plus, ...

WPT Five Diamond, Final 9 Comic Book & Guest Kevin Rabichow

Following up on Sarah Herring's farewell episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Jesse Fullen return to bring you the latest news from the poker world. That includes early highlights from the European Poker Tour (WPT) London, recapping the World Poker Tour (WPT) Five Diamond, and looking ahead to the highly-anticipated WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas in December. The two also recap recent winners from the MSPT and RGPS, including a winner interview with Derrick Plumage, while ...

Sarah Herring's Farewell Episode w/ Surprise Guests from the Past

It's the end of an era for the PokerNews Podcast as longtime host Sarah Herring is saying goodbye. In this "farewell" episode, Sarah joins Chad Holloway and Jesse Fullen to swap stories, share favorite memories, and briefly discuss what's next. In addition, Chad and Jesse surprise Sarah with some clips provided by some guests from PokerNews' past including Matt Parvis, Donnie Peters, Lynn Gilmartin, Kristy Arnett-Moreno, Brent Harrington, and Jeff Platt. Join us for this special "farewell episode" as we ...

Poker Masters Wraps, HCL Drama & Guest ClubGG Ambassador Kyna England

In the latest edition of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Jesse Fullen chat about the Hustler Casino Live (HCL) cheating allegations and drama, recap winners from the Poker Masters and WSOP.com Online Bracelet events, breakdown a sick hand played between Daniel Negreanu and Bryn Kenney in the $300,000 Super High Roller Bowl (SHRB), and updates on the PokerStars ONCOOP and WPT Global $1 for $1 Million. Finally, Connor Richards chatted with Kyna England, who had a breakout year in ...

Robbi Jade Lew Addresses Hustler Casino Live Cheating Allegations

In a special edition of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway sits down with Robbi Jade Lew, who has been accused by Garrett Adelstein of cheating in a highly-publicized hand from the Hustler Casino Live (HCL) live stream. Lew shares her side of the story and addresses lingering questions such as why she wavered on whether she thought she had jack-three or jack-four, why she gave the money back, what made her chair vibrate, and where things stand now. She also ...

Wire Act Dead in Poker; Darren Elias Talks BetMGM Poker Online Championships

In the latest edition of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway and Jesse Fullen chat about their experience playing the Charity Series of Poker (CSOP) Curl Vegas -- one of them won it -- as well as updates concerning Twitch banning unlicensed gambling sites and a definitive ruling on the Wire Act and whether or not it applies to online poker. They also highlight a hand from The Lodge Stream where a player mucked the nuts on the river, celebrate what ...

Sam Grafton Wins $5.5M; Guest Antonio Esfandiari on Where He's Been

In the latest edition of the PokerNews Podcast, Sarah Herring and Chad Holloway discuss Sam Grafton's victory in the $200K Coin Rivet Invitational for $5.5 Million, as well as Ebony Kenney's impressive finish that was nearly a poker record! Toss in some noteworthy Phil Ivey hands and it turned out to be one of the game's most exciting stops as of late. Other topics discussed include Sergio Aido and Benny Glaser winning PokerStars WCOOP titles, a look at the Gulf ...

Reaction to Bryn Kenney's Interview, Jeff Platt & Josh Pollock Talk About Big Wins

In the latest edition of the PokerNews Podcast, Sarah Herring and Chad Holloway offer their thoughts on Bryn Kenney's appearance on Joey Ingram's Poker Life Podcast to address cheating allegations leveled his way earlier this year. They also break down Patrik Antonius' sick hero call in a Triton Poker $25,000 High Roller and recap a big win by former PokerNews co-host Jeff Platt, who took down the MSPT Venetian for $100,000! Hear a winner interview with Platt shortly after his ...

$1.2M Bad Beat, WPT Celebrates 20 Years & Angela Jordison Talks 2022 Heater

In the latest edition of the PokerNews Podcast, Sarah Herring, Chad Holloway, and Jesse Fullen welcome guest Angela Jordison, who talks about her 2022 heater while at the 2022 World Poker Tour (WPT) Legends of Poker at the Bicycle Casino. They also break down Espen Uhlen Jørstad addressing a swap situation, highlight the $1.2 million Bad Beat Jackpot that hit at Rivers Pittsburgh, and discuss the sick live-stream action on Hustler Casino Live and Live at the Bike. They also ...