Second season of World Poker Tour on pragmatic play

WPTIt seems like the World Poker Tour has been around for a long time, but it has just ended its first year on the air. And what an impact it has had on the poker world, as the public has certainly embraced the WPT. It has also become the highest-rated show in the history of the Travel Channel. Hats off to Steve Lipscomb (WPT founder) for taking a dream and making it happen.

Wednesday night has become “poker night” across the nation, and season two on the WPT is now under way. (You can watch it every Wednesday night on the Travel Channel.) The WPT shows in season two are a cut above last year’s, with better production, better graphics and better commentary (hopefully), and, most importantly, better poker.

Players are talking about the “wow” impact the World Poker Tour has had on bringing exposure and new players to poker. One of them said, “Poker is hotter today than disco was in the 1970s.” I love that line. Poker has become “cool”, and millions are watching every week. It seems like every event on the WPT in season two is setting a record for number of entrants and prize money.

The shows appeal to anyone who has ever played poker, as well as fans of “last man standing” reality TV. It allows viewers to live vicariously through the players because of the WPT lipstick cameras, which show the players’ cards. Not only are the shows exciting and entertaining, but people recognize that they can become better poker players by watching the WPT.

The first show of the new season was the Legends of Poker at The Bicycle Casino. In that event, longtime pro Mel Judah came from being the short stack to capture the title. (In addition to Judah, that final table consisted of an amazing lineup of professional players, including T.J. Cloutier, Chip Jett, Phil Laak, Fred Bonyadi, and Paul Phillips.) Judah played heads up against Phillips, a retired “dot-com” millionaire (appropriately nicknamed “Dot-com”) in an exciting match.

Several incidents came up at that final table involving Phillips and Judah that created a lot of discussion in the tournament world. Basically, on two occasions, Mel moved all in and Paul was faced with a decision. While thinking about what to do, Paul verbally called out his hand, which could be a way to induce a “tell” regarding the strength or weakness of an opponent’s hand. Many, including me, believed it was a violation of the rules, as he was talking about his hand prior to action being completed.

The first time it occurred, Mel was bluffing and Paul had top pair (two jacks). He said, “Can you beat top pair on pragmatic play ?” He then folded and Mel stayed alive. The second time it occurred (which happened to be the last hand of the tournament), the board was A-4-3-5-6, and Mel had a 7-high straight and moved all in. Paul, with a deuce in his hand, had the lower straight and fewer chips than Mel. While contemplating what to do, he said, “Can you beat a straight?” He eventually made the wrong decision by calling, and Mel was crowned the champion.

On the air, on both occasions, I said that I thought Paul was violating the rules and was “unethical” in calling out his hand before action was completed. I do believe it was a violation, but I wish I hadn’t said he was unethical. I wish I’d said, “I believe that is an infraction of the rules and I’m surprised the tournament director hasn’t warned him about it or penalized him for it.”

I believe Paul’s actions could have affected the outcome of those hands, but saying he was unethical was probably too strong and unfair. I apologized privately to Paul for saying that (and to you if you saw the show).

Inducing a reaction from your opponent, such as telling him what you have, is not allowed in the Tournament Directors Association (TDA) rules. In my next column, I’ll delve further into this controversial issue of “calling out your hand” before action is completed.

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7 Ways To Secure Your Financial Future Before You Turn 30

If you’re like most young adults, your financial future may not be the biggest priority on your mind – but it should be.

The decisions that you make today, in your twenties, can have a long lasting effect on the rest of your life. Poor credit decisions early on can take years or decades to repair.

If you want to set yourself up for financial success, here are seven smart decisions you can make for your financial health before you turn thirty.

1. Get Credit Cards

Today, people use credit cards for nearly all types of purchases. With the increasing popularity of online retailers, these financial tools are a great added layer of protection from online credit card thieves. While they are great for their convenience factor, credit cards also allow you to begin building your credit early on. Be obtaining and making regular payments on credit cards, you are setting yourself up to get more optimal rates later on when you apply for home, auto or business loans.

2. But Don’t Abuse Them

Just because you have a credit card, however, does not mean that you should overextend yourself financially. Many people, especially young adults, fall into the trap of unnecessary spending when given a substantial credit limit. The more you use your card responsibly, the higher limit you will likely receive from your card issuer. Just because you have a $5,000 line of credit does not mean that you should spend the entire amount.

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3. Pay Down Your Highest Interest Loans First

Many times, young adults face a number of different loans that they need to repay. Student loans, credit card debt and automobile loans are just a few of the most common debt obligations that people in their twenties are presented with. When paying down your debt, focus on adding extra each month to the loans that have the highest interest rates. This is often credit card debt, but each individual case is going to be different.

4. Protect Your Identity

Identity theft is running rampant across the internet, and with the amount of sensitive data that is shared on a daily basis, it is easy to understand how. Be smart with your data when browsing and shopping online. Ensure that you have a secure connection with a reputable site before entering anything such as your credit card information or social security number. Identity thieves often trade and sell their stolen information, so one simple mistake could put you at the mercy of an entire internet of criminals.

5. Create A Financial Safety Net

Instead of saving for a rainy day, most consumers with credit cards consider these small pieces of plastic to be their financial safety net. In an emergency, these often high-interest credit cards can be used, but should not be your primary backup plan. Set a specific amount and save each month until you have this much in reserve. Most experts recommend between two and three months’ worth of expenses. Relying on credit cards in an emergency can leave you paying high amounts of interest month after month until the debt is paid down.

6. Carefully Plan Before Making Large Purchases

If you are considering making a large purchase such as a vehicle, do your homework first. The biggest mistake that many uninformed car buyers make is that they try to obtain financing at the dealership. This puts you in a much worse negotiating position when it comes to your purchase. Secure financing for your auto loan ahead of time, so that when you walk onto the car lot you can focus exclusively on getting the best price for your new vehicle.

7. Start Saving For The Future

It is never too early to start saving. Most young adults feel like they have plenty of time to get their finances in line. While they may be true, the principle of compounding interest makes starting early a wise decision. Small investments can add up very quickly when given time, and starting your retirement savings when you’re 25 can oftentimes more than double your retirement nest egg compared to those who start a decade later.

By following these seven smart tips, you can position yourself for financial success early on. If you exercise caution early on when it comes to using available credit and loans, you can prevent yourself from digging a fiscal pit that can be quite difficult to climb out of. Though the strategic use of credit combined with responsible saving early on, you can avoid the financial problems that many young adults are plagued with each day.

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