Poker Club THE LODGE Nears It's End? | PokerNews Podcast #948
In the 948th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Ben Ludlow are back to discuss a new theory involving what might be the real reason behind authorities investigating The Lodge in Texas. It focuses more on the financial side of things, specifically the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) as opposed to actual poker and alcohol. Could it be the real reason for the raid?
Plus, an update from The Lodge in which they made an unfortunate announcement that they would be closing for the foreseeable future and laying off their staff.
The trio then takes a look at the viral bustout hand at PokerStars Open Philadelphia, offers their thoughts on Triton Tempo, and watches Kelly Lucas slowroll Phil Hellmuth on an episode of Hellmuth's Home Game.
Finally, the crew discusses the passing of David Sklansky, the author of the game-changing book The Theory of Poker, and the complicated legacy he leaves behind.
Find out all about those stories and more in this week's episode of the PokerNews Podcast! Oh, and be sure to check out the audio version of the PokerNews Podcast that is available on all major podcasting platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and SoundCloud.
Time Stamps
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 00:00 | Welcome to the show |
| 00:50 | How you feeling about The Lodge? |
| 03:30 | Is the real story about The Lodge? |
| 03:55 | Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) & FinCEN |
| 11:13 | BSA Requirements |
| 12:50 | Update: The Lodge lays off staff |
| 16:00 | Viral bustout hand at PokerStars Open Philadelphia |
| 20:33 | Triton Tempo – poker’s chess clock |
| 26:10 | Kelly Lucas slowrolls Phil Hellmuth |
| 31:11 | David Sklansky passes away |
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