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The Smallest Poker Game In Town
Valerio and Ray discuss their low stake no limit hold 'em poker game played in London. Each podcast tackles a different topic. Use it as a warm up for your own game or just listen for fun.
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Episodes
- The Smallest Poker Game In Town
You've Got Better, Mate
In this episode, Valerio and Ray share what they’ve seen improve in each other’s game over the past year. From confidence to creativity, the key takeaway is…
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Spotting a Good Player
In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about how to recognise strong players at the table. Aggression, emotional control, and creative thinking — these are the…
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Stop Chasing the Win
In this episode, Valerio and Ray ask: Do you always have to win? They talk about the danger of chasing wins at all costs, and why sticking to your strategy —…
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Old Mistakes, New Sessions
In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about the mistakes from the past that still creep into their game. Even when you know better, old habits can resurface —…
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Alone at the Table
In this episode, Valerio shares what happened when Ray couldn’t make it to their regular Friday game — leaving him as the only aggressive player at the table…
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Pace Yourself
In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about energy management at the table. You can’t be at 100% for three hours straight — so when do you slow down, and when…
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3-Bet with Position
In this episode, Valerio and Ray dive into 3-betting in position — especially from the button. Why it’s powerful, when to pull the trigger, and how your hand…
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Track or Trick Yourself
In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about tracking your poker results — why it matters, especially in live games where there’s no software to help. If you…
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Don’t Kill the Game
Valerio and Ray talk about the importance of being kind to weaker players — even when the cards go against you. If you insult them, they won’t come back. And…
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When the Flop Loves You
You hit the dream flop — now how do you get paid? In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about how to extract max value when you're ahead, especially against…
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Ray Goes to Manchester
In this episode, Ray tells the story of qualifying online and traveling to Manchester for a live tournament. Seven hours of play, ups and downs — and what it’s…
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Advice to Our Younger Poker Selves
In this episode, Valerio and Ray look back at their early poker days. Ray wishes he’d moved to No Limit sooner. Valerio shares why finding a low-pressure game…
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When the Table Gets Full
Valerio and Ray dive into the shift from short-handed to 8-handed play — fewer hands, slower pace, tighter ranges. How do you adjust when the table fills up?…
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How to Host a Poker Night That Lasts
In this episode, Valerio and Ray share what makes a home game thrive for years — from fairness and clear rules to social vibes, no egos, and counting chips…
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What Are You Drinking?
In this episode, Valerio and Ray talk about alcohol, coffee, water, and how what you drink before and during the game can shape your play — for better or…
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Big Blinds & Big Plans
Two mini-episodes in one: First, Valerio and Ray talk about thinking in big blinds vs. money. Then, it’s all about online tournaments — why planning ahead…
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The 4-Handed Shift
In this episode of The Smallest Poker Game in Town, Valerio and Ray talk about how everything changes when the table shrinks. From wider ranges to faster…
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When Bluffs Get Silly
In this episode of The Smallest Poker Game in Town, Valerio and Ray dive into the world of goofy bluffs — the wild, weird, and sometimes wonderful bluffs that…
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The C-Bet Evolution
Valerio and Ray break down how continuation betting has evolved in their own game — from early basics to facing opponents who don’t fold so easily. Send…
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From Tourneys to Cash: Skill Crossover
In this episode, Valerio and Ray explore how playing tournaments can level up your live cash game. From short stack survival to deep stack dynamics, the skill…
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Sharpen Your Game: The One-Hour-a-Week Study Loop
You don’t need hours a day to improve — just one focused hour a week. In this episode, we break down a simple 4-step loop: Play → Analyze → Study → Plan…
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Gambling Mindset: When the Game Stops Being Fun
This episode’s all about the gambling mindset—why chasing losses, riding highs, and thinking like a gambler can mess with your poker game (and your life). We…
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Fold Gracefully
In this episode, we explore the underrated art of folding in poker — why knowing when to let go is just as powerful as making a big play. From reading the…
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From Hoodie to Hero: Building Your Table Image
At the poker table, you're more than just your cards — you're your image. In this episode, we dive into the power of perception, the value of crafting a table…
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Early Aggression Pays Off
Increase your win rate by betting and raising early in the hand. Valerio and Ray discuss ways to achieve this in your home game. Send comments and requests for…
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Stir It Up
Occasionally your home game can be less exciting than usual. Valerio and Ray discuss ways of stirring things up. Send comments and requests for future episodes…
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Home Game with Chris
Valerio and Ray welcome special guest Chris and discuss poker's life lessons, game theory and playing styles. Send comments and requests for future episodes…
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5 Tips to Win More
These tips do not rely on fancy techniques and they will benefit beginners and more experienced players. If you are already applying all five tips then we…
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Poker and Some Chess with Chris
After a two year pause while he became a dad, Chris returned to our game last year. Since then he has been a regular in our game. In the first part of our chat…
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Controlling the Money
Here at the Smallest Poker Game in Town we have a procedure for controlling the money. From collecting initial buy-ins to paying out the final amounts to…
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Consistency
How can you be consistent in a game where chance plays a role? Valerio and Ray discuss this in relation to their home cash game. Send comments and requests for…
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Going Deep in a Tournament
Following our recent episodes about online tournaments (“Grow your Bankroll at No Risk” and “Tournament Strategy”) we put what we had learned into practice…
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Dealer in a Home Game
The dealer does not just deal the cards, they control the play of the hand. Valerio and Ray discuss how the dealer ensures your home game runs smoothly. Send…
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Ego
How does your ego impact your play? Regardless of your experience, ego can prevent you playing your best. Send comments and requests for future episodes to…
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Tournament Strategy
How should you play when you win a free entry in a big online tournament? In this episode Valerio and Ray discuss the lessons they have learned from playing in…
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Grow your Bankroll at No Risk
With discipline and some luck you can use the incentives offered by online poker sites to increase your bankroll. Tournaments can make a big difference and in…
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A Chat with Emma - Part 2
In this concluding part of our chat with Emma we discuss how lessons learnt at the poker table can be translate to life in general. Emma has been a regular…
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A Chat with Emma - Part 1
Emma has been a regular player in The Smallest Poker Game in Town for the last two years. In the first part of our chat with Emma we discuss how she started…
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What’s Wrong with You?
In this episode we discuss situations when you have a feeling to be targeted from another player. Is it just a feeling? Is it real? How should you react? Send…
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You Don't Have to Do Anything!
In this episode Valerio and Ray discuss situations where you feel compelled to take a specific action. Why does this happen and how can you consider the other…
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Keep it Simple
Regardless of the level you play, poker can be a confusing, complex game. Valerio and Ray discuss ways to simplify your play in your low stakes home game. Send…
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Three Pillars of Aggressive Poker
How do you play more aggressively without becoming a maniac? In this episode we explore simple ways you can inject more aggression in your game. Your opponents…
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Be Aware of Your Fears
Fear can stop us playing our best poker. In this episode we discuss four fears - the fear of looking stupid, the fear of your opponent drawing out on you, the…
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How Should You Study Poker?
In this episode Valerio and Ray discuss how they have improved their game by taking the time to study. Whether it be reading books, watching videos or chatting…
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Are They Complaining About You?
One way of knowing you are playing well is if the other players are complaining about your play. That normally means you are doing something different and…
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Stay Tough
So you are a winning player, but that doesn't mean you win every session. What happens when you find yourself losing? In this episode we discuss to stay tough…
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Home Game Preparation
Should you prepare for your home game? If you know the line up of players you are facing, preparation can give you an edge. Who is tight, who is loose? What…
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It's OK to Fold
Let's face it, nobody likes to fold. However, if you want to be a winning player, you must be able to know when to fold and when to continue. Send comments and…
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Three Adjustments
Our home game has changed. Players are getting better and it is tougher to win. Here are three adjustments we plan to make in order to stay ahead. Send…
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No Excuses
Do you ever have an excuse for losing? In this episode we discuss our excuses, only to find they mask the fact that we made mistakes. By challenging your…
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How to Keep Your Home Game Friendly and Fun
Our weekly home game has been going for over six years. Valerio and Ray discuss the factors that contribute to a successful home game. Send comments and…
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Unusual Behaviour
Valerio and Ray discuss the importance of paying attention to unusual behaviour pre-flop, on the flop, on the turn and on the river. Even if you are not…
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Intuition Versus Logic
Valerio and Ray discuss how to make decisions at the poker table. Should you rely only on intuition or just apply logic? Can you combine both? Send comments…
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Three Important Lessons
In this episode Valerio and Ray discuss three of the most significant lessons learnt from playing in our home game. Learning these lessons will definitely help…
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Playing in a Box
In this episode Valerio and Ray revisit the concept of playing in a box. The box is a framework within which you usually operate. When is it correct to stay…
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Buy-in Options for our Home Game
Valerio and Ray consider introducing different buy-in choices. In addition to 100 Big Blinds for £10 we look at offering a short stack option of 50 Big Blinds…
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The Short Stack Game
Valerio and Ray discuss their recent experimental home game. The rules: - Initial buy in £5 for 100 chips - Blinds 1-2 - Players can only re-buy when they lose…
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Is It Time to Leave the Table?
Should I keep playing? In this episode Valerio and Ray discuss when it’s time to leave the table. Send comments and requests for future episodes to…
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Should I Show My Cards?
Generally it isn’t a good idea to show your cards to your opponent revealing your strategy. In this episode Ray and Valerio discuss if there are cases when…
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Bet the River to Make more Money
In this episode Valerio and Ray discuss when to bet on the river. To make more profit from your good hands, don’t check it down. Bet! Send comments and…