Ladies and gentlemen, today’s guest is someone who has been paying his poker tuition the hard way for nearly twenty years. Rick Gleason is the author of 101+ Poker Tips, a practical field manual for serious players who want to sharpen their edge and stop donating chips to avoidable mistakes.

Rick’s journey has taken him from online poker and local leagues to the toughest cardrooms in Las Vegas. He’s not here to sell shortcuts or magic formulas. He’s here to talk about discipline, bankroll management, reading players, emotional control, and the real habits that separate consistent winners from frustrated gamblers.

Please, let's welcome Rick Gleason to the show.

Below, you'll find a number of suggested questions you might ask Rick about his book, 101+ Poker Tips. Feel free to mix and match and make up your own as well.

Q1: Rick, you say in your book that poker can be learned but never conquered. What does that mean for players trying to improve?

Q2: You moved to Las Vegas thinking you knew poker — and Vegas “laughed and took your money.” What was the biggest wake-up call for you?

Q3: After nearly two decades at the tables, what do most players still misunderstand about winning poker?

Q4: You emphasize that “discipline is your first edge.” Why is playing fewer hands one of the fastest ways to improve?

Q5: You talk a lot about folding being strength. Why do so many players struggle with folding — especially on the river?

Q6: In your experience, what’s more dangerous: bad beats or bad decisions?

Q7: You write that bluffing should be disciplined, not a personality trait. What’s the biggest mistake players make when trying to bluff?

Q8: How important is storytelling in poker — and how does a player know if their “story” makes sense from preflop to river?

Q9: You emphasize bankroll survival and long-term thinking. How should recreational players think differently about money at the table?

Q10: If someone reading this page wants to dramatically improve their game over the next six months, what three habits should they start today?

You can learn more about Rick Gleason and his book, 101+ Poker Tips, and the various poker related coaching services he offers at his website, RickGleason.com.