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I\’m about to quit thinking about the Legislature and Politics for a few days over the long weekend. In the meantime, those of you who are in Central Texas should consider attending this. The Poker Players Alliance is helping with […]
I have spent the past week trying to prepare for a six-week stint in Vegas and I am beyond stressed. I have had ballet recitals, pre-k graduation, teacher gifts to give, visiting guests, paperwork due now for the fall, doctor
Awesome must-read story that gives some behind-the-scenes insight into how a casino really works. \”We\’ve got a system,\” Brant said. \”Our strategy is to bet against all the customers who come in here. Then we spread our bets around to
The Bally’s System Read More »
One poker-related legislative measure that did make it out of the House and seems likely to be passed by the Senate is HCR 109 — a \”concurrent resolution\” officially recognizing Robstown, Texas (near Corpus Christi) as the birthplace of Texas
Texas Hold’em To Be Legalized Recognized in Texas! Read More »
Ok,… So we won\’t make anybody famous. That\’s just a quote from my favorite cinematic series. However, we will put you on the air! …err… in the bytes. Whatever. Beyond The Table has a new Listener Line and maybe it\’s
“I’ll make ya famous” Read More »
The Texas legislative session is coming to a close, and save for the chance of hitting a miracle half-outer on the river, the Texas Poker Act is dead. Bummer. But better luck next time, right? And until then, I guess
How a Bill Doesn’t Become a Law Read More »
According to his voicemail, James McDaniel was in Shreveport for the WSOP as police were looking for him. He said something about a satellite — so I dunno, maybe true, even though the current WSOP Circuit event was being held
Wanted Poker Man Caught (in Texas, not Louisiana) Read More »
Partially inspired by a recent Fresh Princess post, BeyondTheTable\’s new producer, Sit-n-Go Steve, and I decided to settle our long running fued over who is BeyondTheTable\’s true heads-up stud. I understand that there are more characters in the BeyondTheTable cast,
Eating crow sandwich …board Read More »
We\’re hearing some interesting rumors from reliable sources about a fundraising poker tournament that didn\’t happen in San Antonio this weekend. The purpose was reportedly to raise money for the American Legion there — with top prize being a WSOP
San Antonio Says No to Richard Lee Event? Read More »
It just occurred to me that with all this serious poker news going down, it may seem like poker people never have any fun. That\’s hardly the case, of course — just ask Shane about the runner-runner(s) I hit him
