The Bernard Lee Poker Show 11-34: Annual Q&A show; KevMath, Moderator

May 01, 2019

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In this episode of The Bernard Lee Poker Show on the PokerNews Podcast Network, Bernard Lee conducts his annual Question and Answer (Q&A) show where he answers numerous questions that have been submitted to him by his loyal listeners throughout the year.

This year, Kevin Mathers, the World Series of Poker Social Media Manager or affectionately known as “KevMath” to the poker world, will be moderating the Q&A show.

During the show, Bernard discusses topics that range from WSOP advice, being part of the poker media, balancing family and poker, teaching seminars, to bankroll management.

Show Time Stamps

0:00	Welcome to The Bernard Lee Poker Show as this week’s show will be the annual Q&A show, moderated by WSOP Social Media Manager, Kevin Mathers.
0:09	WSOP Circuit stopped at Horseshoe Tunica this week. During the preliminary events, Dan Lowery captured his eighth career ring in the multi-flight re-entry event outlasting a field of 894 entries, taking home $52,378.
0:41	Nam Phan won the RunGood Poker Series at Harrah’s North Kansas City. The winner bested a field of 449 entries, winning $42,428. This week, the final stop of this 2019 “Showbound” RunGood Poker Series will be held at the Hard Rock Tulsa.
1:41	Spenser Cramer beat a stacked final table in the first Heartland Poker Tour Main Event at the Hollywood Casino Columbus. With the event having 588 entries, Cramer earned $191,723 for first prize.
3:59	RunGood Gear Ad
4:41	Share My Pair Ad
5:13	Bernard welcomes Kevin Mathers, who will be the moderator for Bernard’s Annual Q&A show. Kevin will ask question submitted by Bernard’s listeners.
6:40	Kevin joins the show.
6:49	Kevin asks Bernard the first listener question: “I would like to try to give some bigger tournaments a shot and considering going to the WSOP this summer. Are there any suggestions on what tournaments to play?” Bernard answers in two parts. First, go play in an event at a casino prior to coming to the WSOP. Second, play in some WSOP preliminary events, not just jump into the WSOP Main Event. Also, consider other lower buy-in events such as Big 50 and Colossus.
11:49	Kevin asks Bernard a follow-up question, “Is there any specific that they should watch out for before they play with the pro?” Bernard suggests to not try to outplay an experienced pro and play ABC tight aggressive poker. Also, show up to the WSOP early to get over the Awe Factor. Finally, while playing, pay attention at all times.
15:16	Kevin asks Bernard, “How did you get started in the media?” Bernard answers that his media career began somewhat accidentally after writing a well-received blog about his deep run in the 2005 WSOP Main Event.
23:20	Kevin asks Bernard, “Can you tell me a time where being part of the media may have helped you playing?” Bernard discusses when he was the WSOP Circuit lead commentator during the 2012-2013 season.
28:57	Las Vegas Laundry Services Ad
29:58	Bernard continues his annual Q&A show with the WSOP Social Media Manager, Kevin Mathers, as the moderator.
30:33	Kevin asks Bernard, “Do you have any suggestions to add to the WSOP schedule?” Bernard would like a 2-7 single draw no-limit/no-limit hold’em tournament.
34:38	Kevin asks Bernard, “Being that poker is your job, what is your favorite hobby?” Bernard answers playing several sports (tennis, golf, and basketball), but most importantly spending time with his family.
38:45	Kevin asks Bernard, “Is it tough balancing your family life with playing poker?” Bernard answers Yes, but he states that he is really balancing poker with his family life, which is his priority.
43:18	Kevin asks Bernard, “A friend of my recently attended one of your seminars and he said that he learned a great deal. Do you often run seminars? If so, how often and where? Do you still teach students?” Bernard answers Yes (including private students), but his seminars are not regularly scheduled. The listener probably came to a seminar at a RunGood poker Series stop.
45:07	Kevin asks his final question to Bernard, “My question is on bankroll management. How much should I build up before I start playing in a tournament or cash game?” Bernard states that players must first appreciate the value of money. Then, he suggests not to play a tournament with a buy-in of more than 2% of your bankroll due to variance.

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You can follow Kevin Mathers on Twitter @KevMath.

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