Take a Beat Before You Bet

In this beginner-friendly episode, Valerio and Ray break down how to read the board in Texas Hold’em. From memorising your hole cards preflop to spotting danger on the flop, turn, and river — you’ll learn the key shortcuts to see what hands might beat you. Flushes, full houses, straights… it’s all about knowing what’s out there.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

What if Clint Eastwood, Harrison Ford, Mel Gibson, and Sylvester Stallone sat down for a game of poker? In this episode, Valerio and Ray imagine how their iconic movie personas would play: Eastwood sharp and silent, Ford tricky and adventurous, Gibson wild and unpredictable, Stallone relentless and unbreakable. A fun blend of film, psychology, and poker wisdom.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

Poker is a game of decisions — but emotions are always there, whispering in the background. In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about the emotional journey of playing: the highs of lucky streaks, the lows of brutal beats, and the calm required to play well through it all. Recognising and managing emotions is not just useful — it’s essential.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

This one’s for the beginners — but also for organisers who want to help new players settle in. In this episode, Valerio and Ray go over the basics: hand rankings, when pots are shared, what decisions you face at each street, and who shows their hand first. A simple, clear guide to help newer players feel more confident at the table.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

At the poker table we repeat sentences that sound wise… but fall apart under real analysis. In this episode we break down the classics — “he always calls,” “you can’t bluff him,” “I didn’t want him to fold when I had the nuts” — and show how these habits of thought actually cost money. A fun, honest look at the illusions we create at the table.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about the power of pausing. Whether you're holding the nuts or navigating a massive pot, slowing down can mean the difference between a big win and a missed opportunity. From timing tells to mindset shifts, they explore why thinking clearly — especially in key moments — is a crucial part of the winning edge.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

In this episode, Valerio and Ray break down the chaos of multiway pots. What do you do when half the table limps in and suddenly you’re playing five-handed to the flop? Learn how to control the field with smart pre-flop raises, why position is your best friend, and how to simplify decisions on the flop, turn, and river.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

In this episode, Valerio and Ray explore what it means to play like water — flexible, adaptive, effortless. No forcing. Just flow. They talk about how drilling and preparation make this fluid style possible, and how letting go of control can often lead to your best game.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about how the game changes when you move from a standard 100 big blind stack to 250. What adjustments do you need to make? How deep stacks shift the dynamic, the risks — and the rewards.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

In this episode, Valerio and Ray explore poker variance through the metaphor of sailing: you can’t control the wind — but you can control the boat. Just like in poker, the ups and downs will come, but how you steer makes all the difference.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com