Gerald Hanks

Of course, for every classic TV show, there are a dozen failures. Poker shows are no exception, especially ones that try to go “behind the scenes” or tell the “real story”. Read more

Most poker fans will agree on the two major factors that contributed to the poker boom of recent years: online poker and TV poker shows. Here are some of the best US-based … Read more

Although each approach can reap rich rewards, the differences between them beg the question as to which is actually more effective. Is it the analytical mind of the chess grandmaster, or the … Read more

Poker movies have had their share of “bad beats” in recent years. While most of the best poker movies mentioned in my previous article took place before the “poker boom”, those that … Read more

If poker is inherently dramatic, why are there so few entertaining poker movies? Well, some filmmakers were able to get the carry the feel of the game from the green felt to … Read more

Pub poker has allowed thousands of players to enjoy the poker experience, but how does it affect true students of the game? We’ll examine the benefits and dangers of playing in these … Read more

For players looking for a safe alternative to major online poker sites, some social networking sites often provide free “play money” poker games against real players. One of the most popular games … Read more

With the recent success of players like Duke, Annette Obrestad and Vanessa Selbst, the poker media has picked up on the higher profile of women in the game today. Can this increased … Read more

Players in casino poker rooms often enjoy many of the amenities that come with the environment, including security. But how can players in a poker home game guard themselves against robberies and … Read more

With the success of so many poker players who are barely old enough to legally drink their celebratory champagne, what does this say about many of the veterans and legends of the … Read more