Chapter 4 Ep. 16 Bet on Better

Chapter 4 Ep. 16 Bet on Better

From Ante Up Poker Magazine by Joe Scales

May 1, 2026 · 1h 26m

About this episode

The episode discusses poker strategies, charity events, and a WSOP rule controversy.

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 charity efforts like the Baller Dream event at Circa Resort & Casino and the upcoming Gaming for Green tournament. In Call the Floor, Elliott tackles a wild limit Omaha situation involving a supposed “all-in” declaration that sparks debate over whether it’s a call, or a raise. It’s a great look at how intent, action, and rules collide at the table. For Hand of the Week, we break down a tricky spot with pocket jacks, facing aggression, and navigating a scary turn card, and ultimately making a big river decision. I wrap things up with Joe’s One Outer, where I talk about the sunk-cost fallacy. Why the chips you’ve already put in don’t matter, and how letting go at the right time can save your stack (and your mindset) Click here for our Linktree. It is a quick resource to get you to our…

People in this episode

Host: Joe Scales

Guests: Elle, Elliott

Topics covered

  • WSOP rule controversy
  • charity events
  • Omaha poker
  • sunk-cost fallacy
  • poker strategy

Keywords

  • poker
  • WSOP
  • charity
  • Omaha
  • sunk-cost fallacy
  • Ante Up Magazine
  • Baller Dream event

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Lodge, Ante Up Magazine, Circa Resort & Casino, Gaming for Green

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