You Knew… And You Shoved

In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about a player in their home game who completely changed their approach — and their results. From passive and limping to aggressive and in control, the transformation has been clear. Always raising, applying pressure after the flop, and playing with confidence. It’s early days, but the shift already shows how a change in mindset can turn a struggling player into a winning one.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

In this episode, Valerio and Ray explore those moments when the answer is obvious — and we ignore it. The passive player suddenly raises the river, and deep down you know you’re beaten… but instead of folding, you call — or even shove. Why do we turn clear decisions into costly mistakes? Why do we invent stories to justify it? This episode is about recognising the truth in front of you — and having the discipline to act on it.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

In this episode, Valerio and Ray explore how to adapt your strategy to the table in front of you. From passive games where no one bets, to tables full of aggressive players and maniacs, finding the right balance is key. Even a single player can shift the dynamic — and your strategy needs to shift with it.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about the habits players develop in a regular home game. Some start cautiously and loosen up later in the session. Others tighten up when they’re winning, or become emotional after a few bad hands. Recognising these patterns — both in others and in yourself — can give you a real edge at the table.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

In this episode, Valerio and Ray explore a simple but important question: why play poker at all? From online tournaments to cash games, they discuss what draws players to the game, what makes it enjoyable, and where the dangers lie. Poker can be fun and full of lessons about patience, strategy, and people — but it can also become an escape from real-life problems. This episode looks at the balance between enjoying the game and staying grounded.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

In this episode, Valerio and Ray explore the battle between ego and strategy at the poker table. You study, you improve, you know you're one of the strongest players — and then a little voice tells you to make that hero call you know is wrong. Why do we feel entitled to win? And how does ego quietly sabotage solid strategy? This one is about discipline, humility, and trusting the long game.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

Sometimes the strongest hands don’t hide — they scream. In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about the warning signs before the flop: the habitual raiser who suddenly limps, the passive player who wakes up with a 5BB raise, the nit who 3-bets for the first time in years. Learn how to spot these preflop red flags — and save yourself from walking into obvious traps.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

Are you playing for the highlight reel… or for long-term profit? In this episode, Valerio and Ray discuss the difference between chasing big, flashy hands and embracing the patient, strategic grind that actually wins money. Poker on TV is all fireworks — but real poker is discipline, aggression at the right time, and folding when you must. Boring? Maybe. Profitable? Absolutely.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

Distraction is one of the silent enemies at the poker table. From things you can control — like your phone, social media, or checking markets — to distractions built into the game itself, such as table talk, background noise, and other players’ behaviour. In this episode, Valerio and Ray explore how these distractions affect decision-making, and why staying focused — especially when you’re also hosting — is a real competitive edge.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com

In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about those hands that sting — folding to a bluff, losing to a rivered two-outer — even when your decisions were spot on. It’s easy to feel bad in the moment, but if your opponents are making the mistakes and you’re playing well, you’re winning the long game. That’s what really matters — and why you should actually feel good.Send comments and requests for future episodes to:[email protected]@raymorris-hill.com