Some Mistakes Down Under

Some Mistakes Down Under

author's experiences and strategic errors during poker tournaments in Melbourne, particularly during the Aussie Millions event, emphasizing the importance of decision-making, pot odds, and risk assessment, while also highlighting the vibrant poker scene and unique personalities in the Australian and New Zealand poker community
Winning Preflop in Omaha Hi-Lo

Winning Preflop in Omaha Hi-Lo

the importance of selective hand choice in Omaha Hi-Lo poker, highlighting that many beginners' primary mistake is playing too many starting hands, and underscores the value of well-coordinated hands that can win in both high and low directions, ultimately stressing that a player's edge largely comes from superior preflop decisions compared to opponents
Why Every Poker Player is Unlucky

Why Every Poker Player is Unlucky

the inherent role of luck in poker, arguing that every player experiences both good and bad luck in various forms, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing these nuances, avoiding the trap of selective memory, and focusing on making informed decisions rather than dwelling on perceived injustices in the game
Profile of a Typical Omaha Hi-Lo Fish

Profile of a Typical Omaha Hi-Lo Fish

common characteristics of inexperienced Omaha Hi-Lo players, highlighting their tendencies to play too loosely, misconceptions about hand quality and pot dynamics, and their lack of adaptability to the changing value of hands post-flop, ultimately providing insights into how seasoned players can exploit these weaknesses
The Power of the Big Draw

The Power of the Big Draw

the strength and strategic advantages of having big drawing hands in Omaha poker, particularly in deep-stack situations, explaining how these hands can dominate the game dynamics, allow for aggressive betting without fear of being priced out, and offer significant implied value when they hit
Why Do Players Go on Tilt?

Why Do Players Go on Tilt?

the psychological and emotional reasons behind poker players going on tilt, emphasizing that while bad beats and losses can trigger tilt, other factors like emotions, fatigue, boredom, and even alcohol can also contribute
6 Reasons to Start Playing Omaha Hi Lo

6 Reasons to Start Playing Omaha Hi Lo

the advantages of playing Pot Limit Omaha Hi Lo, highlighting its simplicity compared to other poker games, the opportunity to beat loose games at low limits, its lower variance, the excitement it offers, its suitability for bonus chasers, and how it can expand a player's poker horizons
Automated Poker

Automated Poker

the transformative impact of automated shufflers and electronic poker tables, such as PokerPro, on the live poker experience, emphasizing their ability to speed up the game, enhance player experience, and merge the benefits of online and live poker
Am I Delusional?

Am I Delusional?

author's poker strategy after bluffing off 125 big blinds, analyzing the hand in detail, and seeking feedback from the poker community to determine if the play was justified or a result of delusional thinking
Variable-Ratio Reinforcement

Variable-Ratio Reinforcement

psychological concept of variable-ratio reinforcement, explaining how it's used in gambling scenarios like slot machines to regulate player behavior, and hints at its application in pot-limit Omaha poker, particularly in relation to continuation-betting strategies