Joe Scales hosts a weekly poker podcast that blends humor, commentary, and strategy. Segments include Table Talk, Call the Floor, Hand of the Week, and Joe's One Outer. It is the longest-running poker podcast aimed at everyday players.
Episodes
Chapter 4 Ep. 43 Poker History and Heartbreak
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Joe sits down with Philip Guitar and Jim Martyka, co-authors of Poker Wars, to explore the colorful characters, dangerous rivalries, and wild stories that helped shape the World Series of Poker.
Check out Poker Wars here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/826830/poker-wars-by-philip-guitar-and-jim-martyka/
In Call the Floor, Joe brings a situation fro
Chapter 4 Ep. 42 Trick or Treat – No Bad Beat
It’s Halloween weekend, and we’ve got plenty to talk about on this week’s Ante Up Poker Podcast! In Table Talk, Joe and Elle recap their trip to Sycuan Casino Resort, celebrate our first-ever Patreon three-peat champion, and discuss some big stories making poker headlines, including a record-breaking online tournament.
In Call the Floor, a player announces a raise but puts out to
Chapter 4 Ep. 41 A Little Sunshine and Poker
We’re coming to you from beautiful Sycuan Casino Resort in San Diego, where the SoCal Classic is off to a fantastic start! In Table Talk, we recap our experiences at Sycuan, and highlight some exciting poker action.
In Call the Floor, Elliott tackles a controversial ruling involving a four-card flop and explains why the extra card isn’t just removed. In Hand of the Week, Patrick and I
Chapter 4 Ep. 40 Packing Our Bags
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Joe and Elle recap a great turnout for their Bluffers Meet-Up Game, a shake-up in the Patreon leaderboard, and some incredible stories from the WPT at The Lodge. Plus, they’re hitting the road for Sycuan Casino Resort and the next stop on the Ante Up Poker Tour!
In Call the Floor, Elliott Schecter tackles a dealer mistake that exposed the river card be
Chapter 4 Ep. 39 – A Seat at the Table
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we’re getting ready for our trip to Sycuan Casino in San Diego and talking about our very first online Meet-Up Game on ClubGG through Bluffers! Plus, Joe finally makes it back to his regular home game. As mentioned, here’s the link for more information about the WPF Ladies Weekend: https://WPFladiesweekendUSA.org
In Call the Floor, we tackle a si
Chapter 4 Ep. 38 Back Home With Plenty to Talk About
We’re back home after another great stop at Rivers Schenectady! In Table Talk, we recap the end of the Electric City Series, some memorable moments from the trip, what’s happening in the poker world, and look ahead to San Diego and the So-Cal Classic at Sycuan.
On Call the Floor, a tournament changes its published structure while play is already underway. How much freedom should tournament managem
Chapter 4 Ep. 37: The Rivers Reunion
We’re at Rivers Casino in Schenectady, where several Ante Up Poker Tour events have wrapped up and Main Event weekend is here. In Table Talk, we catch up on the series, time with the A-Team, and a few adventures away from the tables.
In Call the Floor, a player puts out extra chips intending to call and make change—but the dealer announces a raise. Hand of the Week puts pocket aces to the test aga
Chapter 4. Ep. 36 On the Road to Rivers
We’re on the road again! This week we’re getting ready to head to Schenectady and Rivers Casino, where we hope to see plenty of the A-Team for our MUG on Sunday and a full slate of events that include the Mini Main, Main Event, Rivers Revival and more. We also have a big update on the Ante Up Championship in Las Vegas, plus some poker news from around the game.
On Call the Floor, we tackle a situa
Chapter 4 Ep. 35: Birthday Lessons
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we start Table Talk on a more serious note with condolences to the Hellmuth family and a moment of remembrance for September 11. We also recap the latest Patreon game, look around the poker world, and get ready to hit the road for Schenectady.
On Call the Floor, Elliott tackles a rapid-fire batch of home-game situations, from exposed cards and unclear all-in
Chapter 4 Ep. 34 Good Karma and Tough Decisions
This week, Ben joins us from Wisconsin for Table Talk as we hear about his road-trip adventures, talk Good Karma seats, and officially welcome bestbet as the new Studio Sponsor of the Ante Up Poker Podcast. We also look ahead to our January stop at bestbet Jacksonville, Blizzard on the Beach!
Then, in Call the Floor, a player adds on during a hand, but the chips haven’t reached the table yet. Does
Chapter 4 Ep. 33 The Uncomfortable Truth
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we’re looking ahead to the Electric City Poker Series at Rivers Schenectady, talking about some of the unique events on the schedule, Ante Up plans for the stop, and even getting into the great dealer debate: slide or pitch?
Then, Elliott joins me for a Call the Floor involving a player tipping a cocktail waitress, a dealer who moves the action along a littl
Chapter 4 Ep. 32 Back on Dry Land
The Alaska poker cruise is in the books! Elle and I look back at the poker, the ports, and some of the lessons we learned about how we want to do future Ante Up cruises.
Then Call the Floor gets a first. Elliott and I record the segment together in person, with the ocean behind us, as we tackle who is actually responsible for showing their cards when the river checks through. If you want to see th
Chapter 4 Ep. 31 Alaska is Here
We’re coming to you from Alaska! Ship wifi couldn’t handle the upload and it is hard to come by in Alaska, but we found it and we have another episode for you this week. We talk about life aboard the Ante Up Poker Cruise, catching up with the A-Team, a little San Francisco fun, and some poker news we missed while at sea. Then, Call the Floor tackles a showdown that goes wrong and gets even m
Chapter 4 Ep. 30 A New World Champion and Alaska Awaits
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Joe and Elle break down the WSOP Main Event finale, celebrate the new World Champion, talk about the class shown heads-up, and get ready to set sail for Alaska! Here is the AI article that was referenced. Then, Call the Floor tackles a tournament situation you almost have to hear to believe, and HOTW features a big draw, an aggressive opponent, and a decisio
Chapter 4 Ep. 29 You Can’t Play Every Game
Elle is on location in Jacksonville for the Ladies International Poker Series at bestbet, and we get her first impressions of the room, the familiar faces she’s already run into, and the rest of the weekend slate. Back home, we recap a wild night of Omaha Hi/Lo in the Patreon game, where Mortis finally broke through for his first win of the season. USC collected the ChicagoJoe bounty, and Be
Chapter 4 Ep. 28 Sycuan Spotlight
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we sit down for Table Talk with Joe Mackin of Sycuan Casino Resort, three years running as Southern California’s Best Poker Room. We talk San Diego vibes, and the upcoming Ante Up Poker Tour Stop in conjunction with the SoCal Classic. On Call the Floor, a bettor pushes chips and announces “one hundred” at the same time, but the stack comes
Chapter 4 Ep. 27 The Next Best Thing
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, the WSOP Main Event final table is locked and the “August Nine” are set to battle for $10 million and the bracelet at Paris Las Vegas. In Table Talk, we introduce some of the players, and the notable names who fell just short. Plus the mid-tournament shot-clock bombshell that had players fuming, the chilling story of a pro robbed after cashing, a
Chapter 4 Episode 26: The Dealer and Player Grind
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Jasmine Klapperich to discuss an important study focused on the health and wellness of poker dealers, why the research matters, and how the poker community can help. We also catch up on the latest from the WSOP Main Event and preview an upcoming LIPS Championship.
In Call the Floor, a player tables what appears to be the winning han
Chapter 4 Ep. 25 More Than Just a Card Game
Joe and Elle are back from an incredible week of poker cruisin’, and they’re sharing stories from the trip, why Poker Player Cruises has them even more excited for Alaska in August, and a few unforgettable moments both on and off the ship. They also preview our upcoming Ante Up Poker Tour stop at Sycuan Casino Resort, recap the latest World Series of Poker news, and announce the upcom
Chapter 4 Ep. 24 The Empty Seat
Joe and Elle are cruising this week, but the show rolls on with a full slate of poker discussion. In Call the Floor, Elliott tackles a tournament director’s nightmare after one table mistakenly receives significantly larger starting stacks than the rest of the field. When the error is discovered several levels later, the floor implements a controversial strategy. Was it the right decision, a
Chapter 4 Ep. 23 Protect Your Hand
From the poker room to the poker cruise, we’ve got a packed episode this week.
On Table Talk, Joe and Elle discuss Sycuan Casino being named Southern California’s Best Poker Room for the third straight year, the new permanent World Series of Poker retail store, Calvin Anderson making history with his second $10,000 Razz Championship, and the arrival of Buc-ee’s in Arizona. Plus,
Chapter 4 Ep. 22 Stack Chips, Not Headlines
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Joe and Elle discuss Kristen Foxen capturing her sixth WSOP bracelet and whether it’s finally time to stop labeling her as the best female player and recognize her as one of the best tournament players in poker. They also look at Mike Holtz’s second bracelet, a bizarre WSOP hand where an accidental verbal call turned J-3 into a tournament-saving
Chapter 4 Ep. 21 Patrick Finally Wins
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we kick things off on Table Talk by recapping another fun Patreon game. Patrick finally broke through for his first victory, collected the double prize pool, and now we all have to suffer through at least a month of victory laps. We also discuss some of the dealer mistakes that have made headlines early at the WSOP, the challenges dealers face during long se
Chapter 4 Ep. 20 WSOB: Babies, Billions, and Back to the Future
The WSOP is underway, but based on the headlines, maybe it should be called the World Series of Babies. This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Joe and Elle dive into the latest WSOP stories, including Daniel Negreanu and Adam Hendrix both preparing for fatherhood, the first bracelet winner of the summer, and what the massive Caesars/Fertitta deal could mean for poker players going forward.
In Cal
Chapter 4 Ep. 19 Incomplete Information
This episode of the Ante Up Poker Podcast is packed with debates, drama, and tough decisions from the poker table to real life.
Elle and I kick things off in Table Talk with the controversy surrounding the new WSOP patch approval rules and what it means for sponsorships, branding, and player freedom in poker. We also dive into Formula One locking in Las Vegas through 2037 and how Vegas continues e
Chapter 4 Ep. 18 Don’t Play Scared
This week, Joe and Elle kick things off around the table talking about the latest from the poker world, including the reopening of The Lodge Card Club, the debate around WSOP dealer ratings and a really interesting new social gaming concept from Daniel Weinman called Showdown Social. They also dive into the incredible community being built over at Bluffers Poker and remind listeners that cabins ar
Chapter 4 Ep. 17 Bluffers, Bomb Pots & Barbecue Sauce
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Joe and Elle pull up a chair with poker media veteran Eric Morris for an extended Table Talk that goes way beyond the usual headlines. Eric shares stories from the golden era of poker media, Bluff Magazine, how his partnership with Mike Leah came together, and Ante Up/Bluffers satellite path to the Alaska Cruise this August.
In Call the Floor, Elliott tackle
Chapter 4 Ep. 16 Bet on Better
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we’ve got a packed show that hits the heart and the hard decisions.
Elle and I kick things of on Table Talk by diving into the WSOP rule controversy. Then we shift gears to some good news with all charges against The Lodge were dropped, and highlight the newest issue of Ante Up Magazine. We also lean into the “Bet on Better” movement, spotlighting incredible
Chapter 4 Ep. 15 Cards and Community
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Dustin King joins Table Talk with a Rivers recap, and a look ahead to the September Ante Up Poker Tour stop. We highlight poker doing good with Ante Up for Autism and a $105K Camp One Step fundraiser.
In Call the Floor, Elliott breaks down a tricky all-in showdown ruling, and in HOTW, we debate whether a three-barrel bluff went too far.
Plus, a Patreon Badug
Chapter 4 Ep. 14 Couples, Cards, and Keeping It Together
Elle and I kick things off on Table Talk by diving into poker couples, how relationships handle the swings, and what it’s like sharing the felt with your significant other. Then we recap the latest Patreon game, where the action didn’t disappoint and a few familiar names found their way back into the spotlight.
On Call the Floor, Elliott breaks down a wild home game situation that had just about e
Chapter 4 Ep. 13 Rolling with the Unexpected
Elle is back around the table this week for Table Talk, and we’ve got plenty to dive into. We highlight some exciting Bet on Better opportunities, celebrate Stephen Jones continuing his Ante Up Run Good, and take a look at what’s happening at Rivers Casino in Schenectady.
In Call the Floor, Elliott tackles a tricky situation where a listener’s hand was ruled dead after being dealt too many cards.
Chapter 4 Ep. 12 That Old School Poker Feeling
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we’ve got a packed show with a little bit of everything for the A-Team.
We kick things off with an exciting announcement as Ante Up joins forces with Bluffers on ClubGG. Partnering with Eric Morris and Mike Leah to bring even more opportunities to our community. This is one you’re definitely going to want to hear about. To get to the Bluffers Club download C
Chapter 4 Ep. 11b It’s Finally Back
This week’s episode of the Ante Up Poker Podcast drops a little later than usual… but for good reason. Elle and I had a lot to unpack, and trust us, it’s worth the wait.
We kick things off with some major headlines in the poker world, including the return of the WSOP Main Event to ESPN; A move that brings a wave of nostalgia and could have a big impact on the game’s visibility moving forward
Chapter 4 Ep. 11a Podcast Announcement
This week Elle and I ran into a little bit of a family emergency. So the episode will be released tomorrow instead of today. We have a lot to cover so we’re looking forward to getting back in there and touching on all the things.
Cheers,
Joe Scales
Chapter 4 Ep. 10 From the Felt at Lone Butte
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we’re coming to you straight from the felt at Gila River Lone Butte, and the energy is unreal.
Elle and I are joined at the table by Brownie, a Lone Butte regular, as we soak in what has been an incredible trip filled with great tournaments, even better people, and a poker room that’s been buzzing from start to finish. We share some of our favorite moments f
Chapter 4 EP. 9 Rabbit Hunting and Tee Times
On this week’s episode of the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I are briefly joined by Patrick, our resident fish, before he has to sprint out the door to make his tee time. Once Patrick heads for the golf course, Elle and I dive into a thoughtful conversation about Brad Owen’s recent post that had the poker world talking, discussing the mental side of the game and how downswings can affect even th
Chapter 4 Ep. 8 Surviving the Road of Tough Decisions.
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I kick things off with some Table Talk about Robbie Strazynski and his difficult decision to cancel the upcoming Mixed Game Festival. We look at the facts, show our support, and look ahead to the next festival scheduled at Bellagio later this year.
We also share the latest updates on the upcoming Ante Up poker cruise, including why now might be the
Chapter 4 Ep. 7 Road to the Top
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we’re celebrating a milestone that belongs to every single member of the A-Team — we hit #1 in the Hobby & Leisure category! This doesn’t happen without the everyday poker players who listen, share, comment, and support what we do. We’ve been knocking on that door for a long time and now the goal is to stay there.
In Table Talk, we dive into the noticeab
Chapter 4 Ep. 6 Big Adventures
Elle and I kick things off with our upcoming poker travels, including our first trip out to Gila River in Arizona for the next Ante Up Poker Tour stop. We’re looking forward to the desert scenery, great action, and connecting with the A-Team in a brand-new spot for us. Then we shift from cactus to glaciers as we dive into the details of our upcoming Alaskan Poker Cruise — because nothing says “sta
Chapter 4 Ep. 5 Superstitions & Lucky Charms
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we’ve got a full table and plenty to talk about.
On Table Talk, Elle and I welcome Tia Bacon from Gila River to the show as we take a deep dive into the upcoming Ante Up Poker Tour stop at Gila River Lone Butte. We talk about what players can expect, the excitement building around the series, and why this is shaping up to be a can’t-miss event. We also spotl
Chapter 4 Ep. 4 We Brought Snacks
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Table Talk comes fully loaded as Elle shows up with snacks and football jerseys. From there, we dive into the Patreon Game and kick around some Super Bowl prop bets and talk Octopi Poker. Here is the link to the video I was talking about.
On Call the Floor, Elliott rules on a situation where a player’s hand is declared dead after stepping away from the table
Chapter 4 Ep. 3 — Context Matters
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I kick things off with a listener-submitted question that sparks a great table-worthy discussion. We also dive into the Dan Cates boxing match. Here is a link to the video of that. We also touch on Maurice Hawkins capturing his 22nd WSOP Circuit ring.
On Call the Floor, Elliott rules on a tricky spot where a player announces “raise” but isn’t allowe
Chapter 4 Ep. 2 Perspective
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I kick things off with a breakdown of the BB ante, a recap of last night’s Patreon game, and one of the best feel-good stories you’ll hear all year—an 88-year-old woman winning $10,000 in her very first poker tournament.
Elliott steps in with a situation that goes beyond a standard Call the Floor ruling and dives into the bigger picture of how these
Chapter 4 Ep. 1 Trust Your Reads
Chapter 4, Ep. 1 marks the anniversary of a new era for the Ante Up Poker Podcast as I officially took over hosting duties 4 years ago.
This week, Joe and Elle open Table Talk by celebrating the release of the latest issue of Ante Up Magazine, and Joe puts Elle on the spot with a fun quiz. In Call the Floor, Elliott breaks down a controversial ruling and explains why, in some situations, it can be
Chapter 3 Ep. 52 Position is Power
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I celebrate some recent achievements of women in poker, talk about the Circa Survivor winners, recap the Patreon Game, and discuss why the Sweepstakes Poker model may be in hot water. Elliott takes the reins in Call the Floor, ruling on a hand turned up way too early — and he is upset he didn’t called. Patrick joins me to break down a HOTW featuring
Chapter 3 Ep. 51 New Year, New Intro, New Year’s Decisions
I know technically last week was Ep. 49 1/2, so we should be at Ep. 50 — but in order to keep things on track with when we actually started putting the podcast out, I made this week’s episode Ep. 51.
We’re kicking off the new year with a brand-new intro for the show! You’ll hear a version of it here, and if you want to check out the full intro, head over to our Patreon page.
Elle and I are around
Chapter 3 EP. 49 1/2 The Christmas Recharge
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we’re doing something a little different. Instead of a full episode, we’re taking a well-timed step away from the table to recharge, reflect, and practice what we’re always preaching. On the show — especially in my One Outer — we talk a lot about the importance of balance, taking breaks, and enjoying life away from poker. This week, we’re finally taking our
Chapter 3 Ep. 49 More Tables, More Bullets, More Decisions
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we’ve got a full deck of conversations, strategy, and a little crossover fun.
On Table Talk, Elle and I dive into the idea of multi-tabling and firing multiple bullets, plus break down some interesting Spotify stats that caught our attention.
In Call the Floor, Elliott weighs in on a tricky situation involving a player who discloses the contents of their han
Chapter 3 Ep. 48 Poker Lessons On and Off the Felt
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Joe and Elle welcome Michelle McGinn and Molly Brentlinger to the table: . We share laughs and insights, and then shift to a feel-good WPT moment where what could’ve been a disappointment turns into an unexpected $1,100 seat to the WPT Prime Championship.
In Call the Floor, Elliott weighs in on a tricky spot involving a player whose hand is declared dead aft
Chapter 3 Ep. 47 When the Cards Fly and the Nits Hide
Dustin King from Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady, NY pulls up a chair with Elle and I for a packed Table Talk segment! We dive into everything happening at Rivers, the latest buzz out of NYC, and even wander into the world of AI and how it might shape the game.
In Call the Floor, Elliott weighs in on a wild moment when a player gets a little too excited—sending a card flying off the tabl
Chapter 3 Ep. 46 Laughs and Leftovers
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I kick things off with a recap of the comedy show we caught and dive into holiday festivities before looking ahead at the poker action on the horizon. In Call the Floor, Elliott breaks down a confusing situation at the table — did the player call or fold? Patrick joins me for this week’s HOTW featuring pocket 9’s, and I close things out with a One O
Chapter 3 Ep. 45 Home Again!
Elle and I are finally back home and back in the studio for a packed episode of the Ante Up Poker Podcast! This week, we kick things off with a full recap of the Ante Up Poker Championship — Then we dive into the latest GGPoker controversy shaking up the poker world, and we also recap the wild hands and friendly chaos from this week’s Patreon Home Game.
In Call the Floor, Elliott weighs in on a tr
Chapter 3 Ep. 44 What Happens in Vegas… Gets Podcasted
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast — Elle and I are coming to you straight from the Poker Studio at the Venetian as we kick off the Ante Up Poker Championship in Las Vegas! We’ve even got a special guest at the table with us: Tommy Larosa joins the fun and adds his take on all the action.
On Call the Floor, Elliott weighs in on a sticky situation where a player’s reaction to the board may have
Chapter 3 Ep. 43 We’re Headed to Vegas
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast — Elle and Joe are back around the poker table to talk about why the Patreon game had to be canceled, gearing up for the Ante Up Poker Championship in Las Vegas, and reveal an exciting new tour stop for next year! Elliott tackles a “marked card” controversy on Call the Floor, Patrick and Joe break down a fun HOTW with AQ suited on the button, and in Joe’s One
Chapter 3 Ep. 42 Ghosts, Ghouls & Gambles This Halloween
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast: Elle and I welcome Michelle and Molly from Talking Stick to chat about the latest happenings at the property. We also discuss a low-stakes player getting staked on Hustler Casino Live and the new WSOP Paradise documentary.
Elliott breaks down the one chip rule in Call the Floor, Patrick and I review a Hand of the Week from Live! Casino (not in Baltimore), an
Chapter 3 Ep. 41 Scandals and Mind Games
This Week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast: Elle and I are back home from their trip to Maker’s Mark Star Hill Farm, enjoying a short breather before hitting the road again for the Ante Up Poker Championship at the Venetian! We catch up on the latest poker news, then Elliott joins me for another listener submission for Call the Floor. Patrick and I break down a Hand of the Week, and then I wraps thing
Chapter 3 Ep. 40 Podcasting at 60mph
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I are hitting the road — literally! We’re recording from the highway on our way to the Maker’s Mark Star Hill Farm in Kentucky. Along the ride, we dive into how Poker Power is teaching high school girls valuable life lessons through the game of poker, and discuss a fascinating Wired story where a journalist teams up with a hacker to uncover potentia
Chapter 3 Ep. 39 Lights, Camera, Ante Up!
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Joe and Elle are bringing the action to a whole new level — literally — with the addition of video to the show! While they are around the table, they recap the latest Patreon Home Game, share some laughs, and look ahead to a few exciting events, including the upcoming WPF Ladies Weekend and their road trip to Maker’s Mark Star Hill Farms.
In this week’s Call
Chapter 3 Ep. 38 A Chip and a Chair and Friends to Share it With
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast: Elle and I start with Table Talk where wrap up our trip to Schenectady and share all the highlights. We dive into a WSOP Europe player who truly embraced the “Chip and a Chair” mentality, celebrate the two gamblers who set a record for visiting the most casinos in 24 hours, and explore the massive Bally’s casino and entertainment mecca being built next to th
Chapter 3 Ep. 37 Live from NY… It’s the Ante Up Poker Podcast
This week the Ante Up Poker Podcast is coming to you from Rivers Casino in Schenectady, NY! Elle and I are joined by Dustin from Rivers and we dive into the poker action from the week. We recap the standout moments, we salute to Kristen Foxen, the new women’s all-time live money leader, and we talk about this bizarre incident where a phone mysteriously exploded into smoke in a poker room. In this
Chapter 3 Ep. 36 Patreon Play to Poker Variance
Elle and I kick things off in Table Talk, breaking down all the action from last night’s Patreon game, plus we look ahead as we get ready for Schenectady and dive into other New York casino news. We also spotlight the upcoming WPF Ladies Event happening in October. Click here for more on the events.
In Call the Floor, Elliott weighs in on a tricky ruling where a player clearly said “raise” but was
Chapter 3 Ep. 35 Schenectady Awaits
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Dustin King joins Elle and Joe as we gear up for the Electric City Poker Series and Ante Up Poker Tour in Schenectady, NY. Be sure to book your hotel here and use code ECPS25. Elliott rules on a hand discovered after the dealer started cleaning up, Patrick and Joe break down a tricky KQ suited spot in the Hand of the Week, and Joe wraps it up with One Outer
Chapter 3 Ep. 34 Highways, Hands & One Outers
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I welcome Papa Poker to the table to talk about his ambitious new project — the Poker Cannonball Run. He’s documenting his time on the road, playing tournaments across multiple states, and releasing it all with weekly YouTube videos. Subscribe to his channel here so you know when each video is released.
In our Call the Floor segment, a tricky situat
Chapter 3 Ep. 33 Good Karma, Bad Beats, and the Case of the Folded Aces
This week on Table Talk, Elle and I recap the Patreon game. Plus—Hatter and Ben Minch add even more value to upcoming Patreon games, including the brand-new Good Karma Seat. We’re just weeks away from heading to Rivers Casino in Schenectady, NY (Sept. 15–28). Trophies, Vegas seats, magazine covers, and community vibes—don’t miss it. We also break down the wild debate sparked when a player folded
Chapter 3 Ep. 32 The Charm City and Tough Lessons
This week Elle and I are in the Charm City, Baltimore MD. We are playing a little poker and getting to know some of the staff at the poker rooms here. In the Table Talk segment we discuss our time at the tables so far, India’s Black Friday bill, and the passing of Jack McClelland. The code that we mentioned for Octopi Poker is ANTEUP and the link for the site is below.
Our Call the Floor seg
Chapter 3 Ep. 31 Pocket Kings, Collusion Calls, and Mental Games
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast: Elle and I break down the mental side of her game in Table Talk, recap the Patreon game, and preview the upcoming Ante Up Poker Tour stop in Schenectady, NY — with a special room rate code giving listeners 25% off regular rates.(ECPS25) Elliott rules on a possible collusion spot in Call the Floor, Patrick and I debate limping pocket kings in Hand of t
Chapter 3 Ep. 30 Trespassed & the Buy-in Bluff
Elle and I welcome WhatsUpDoc2 to the table for this week’s Table Talk, fresh off his win in the July Patreon game. We cover a mix of headlines and hijinks, including the decline in Vegas tourism, what’s coming up in the next round of Patreon games, and a few poker moments worthy of the big screen treatment.
Elliott joins us for Call the Floor, where a ruling takes a wild turn and ends with a play
Chapter 3 Ep. 29 Fun, Profit, and a Surprise Twist
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I tackle some fun topics: What matters more—fun or profit? Where’s your dream destination to play poker? And who would you take with you to the felt in paradise? Plus, I surprise Elle with an exciting opportunity from Maker’s Mark that you won’t want to miss. Here is where you can get your tickets as well.
In Call the Floor, Elliott weighs in on a t
Chapter 3 Ep. 28 Badugi Bets
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This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, join Elle and me as we break down the heated debate surrounding the WSOP Player of the Year — is it time for a rule change? We also recap the action from our latest Badugi Patreon game and share stories from the frontlines of the eternal quest: finding the perfect place to pla
Chapter 3 Ep. 27 Title: The WSOP Hangover
Elle and I welcome Dustin King to the table for a fun and honest breakdown of The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of this year’s WSOP. From deep runs to deep sighs, nothing is off the felt. We dive into all things poker, and even a little Uno.
Elliott lays down the rules when a player makes a river bet before their opponent even decides what they are going to do on the turn.
Patrick and I dissect a ha
Chapter 3 Ep. 26 New Studio, Old Controversies, and the Art of the Fold
Elle and I are recording from the new Ante Up studio! The backdrop’s fresh, the chairs are comfy, and the sound quality… well, let’s just say we’re still working on that part.
We talk about the 2025 WSOP Main Event as it continues its march toward crowning a champion, and the WPT is kicking off its always-popular series at the Venetian — one of our favorite poker destinations. Plus, our July Patre
Chapter 3 Ep. 25 Flooded Floors and WSOP Woes
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Joe’s back around the table for Table Talk — and there’s no shortage of things to discuss! We dive into the good, the bad, and the downright soggy at the WSOP, including the water flooding chaos at the Horseshoe and Paris. Plus, we wrap up the segment with a great moment from Daniel Negreanu, who answers a railbird’s question on how to make tilt a non-facto
Chapter 3 Ep. 24 Vegas Got Joe Again!
We’re back… kind of! Vegas struck again, and this time Joe’s out sick — but don’t worry, it’s not kidney stones. While we had to skip the Table Talk segment this week, the show must go on! Elliott is still here to make the call on Call the Floor, and Patrick, our proud resident fish, dives into a hand of the week that’ll have you shaking your head or maybe nodding in sympathy. And just when you th
Chapter 3 Ep. 23 All In on Vegas
Elle and I are gearing up for Vegas! As we get ready to head to the World Series of Poker and connect with listeners, we welcome Brian Bly to Table Talk — fresh off his win in the Ante Up Patreon Game. We dive into WSOP chatter and what it means to balance being a poker player and a poker dad.
Elliott steps in with a ruling on a strange situation: what happens when a player walks out before a hand
Chapter 3 Ep. 22 Friday the 13th – Flops, Folds & Floor Calls
Hello, A-Team! It’s Friday the 13th, but don’t worry—we’ve got nothing but good luck and great content in this week’s episode of the Ante Up Poker Podcast! I kick things off with a big congrats to Ante Up Brian for taking down last night’s Patreon Game and earning that sweet $65. If you haven’t already, hop into our Discord and join the conversation between episodes!
Elle and I are joined by speci
Chapter 3 Ep. 21 The Good, The Bad, and the Bluffs
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Joe and Elle saddle up to talk about the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the WSOP so far — from bracelet moments to busted lines and everything in between. With Vegas calling at the end of the month, we preview our upcoming trip and all the poker chaos sure to come. Elliott drops a ruling on a bizarre situation where a player was asked to move tables… o
Chapter 3 Ep. 20 Big Blinds, Big Lines, and Bigger Lessons
On this episode of the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we saddle up and ride through a full recap of our Patreon H.O.R.S.E. tournament—yes, it was wild and yes, someone tried to razz their way to glory. We also check in on the WSOP kickoff, where the first bracelet has been claimed and the lines were… well, legendary. Hopefully that is cleared up by the new app. We shall see if it’s the ace in the ho
Chapter 3 Ep. 19 Forward Motion, Vegas Commotion & AQ Confusion
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I dive into the highlights from last night’s wild Patreon Game – bad beats, bold bluffs, and a few questionable plays. With the WSOP just around the corner, we talk about recent rule changes that have the poker community buzzing and spotlight the must-visit poker rooms in Vegas when we hit town.
In our Call the Floor Segment, Elliott weighs in on a
Chapter 3 Ep. 18 The Reason We Play
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I welcome YankeesFanNJ to Table Talk — fresh off his victory in our latest Patreon Hold’em game! We dive into the hot topics shaking the poker world, including the latest RTA (Real-Time Assistance) scandal and the swift ban handed down.
We also cover the exciting WPT event at the Venetian running alongside the WSOP Main Event and celebrate a player
Chapter 3 Ep. 17 Travel Chaos
This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, we’re back from the Ante Up Tour stop at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek with a full recap of the action—and the travel nightmare that followed. Elle and I discuss some recent WSOP rule changes as the summer series looms just two weeks away. Elliott weighs in on a sticky situation where a player says he’s folding… probably. Was it an angle or just
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