I don't like the split format with less banter. It's what made the show magic. I guess there's no way to make it good for everyone.

analysis is generally reasonable, ratio of poker to banter is too small. like i don’t even mind the banter except when it detracts from the analysis, which feels like has happened more frequently of late. five stars for years and years of good content, but i would give it four if i didn’t have the years long sample size.

The analysis and insights about matters both on and off the felt are top-notch. My only complaint is that the ads for Nitro are not only too long, their length isn’t consistent, so if you want to FF thru them — and who doesn’t?! — it's a little tricky.

This is my 4th review of these guys perhaps this one will stay up. Apple removes nearly all negative reviews. A typical poker hand lasts 3 minutes, these two stretch it out for an entire episode. A 15 min intro and then banter endlessly while telling us meaningless info, and sprinkle in some details about the poker hand. It’s shocking this is still on here. I’m guessing the true rating is less than 2 stars.

Great poker content. Very open minded in terms of testing out rationale for why plays are made and what alternative lines could be taken. Banter ranges from amusing and entertaining (more often) to occasionally annoying. Keep it up, can always fast forward if I don’t like the direction you’re going. Concerned that the frequency of pods has diminished. Please don’t stop!!

I decided to give this podcast a twirl today. It started out with a long and boring discussion about who is famous in poker. Then after wasting about 23 minutes of the listener's time, they spend another 2-3 minutes discussing whether one if the players is a porn actor or a pornographer. These guys come off like two junior high dweebs with nothing else to do in life. A pity, since they do understand poker and could have actually had a decent analytical podcast.

Great show

The guys seem to do a good job going into some depth on the hand they're reviewing, but have fun with it at the same time.

Continue the banter—don’t let the naysayers get to you.

I started listening years ago when I was looking for a good poker podcast. What’s kept me coming back is the chemistry and banter between Grant and Jonathan. Friends who love each other but frequently disagree is what I’m here for. While it’s not strictly educational, the poker content is good and has helped the way I analyze hands. Croissants, of course.

Digress too much that it is a torture

Love listening to you guys, but when you were talking about movies I just wanted to rip Jonathan through the phone and feed him a ton of croissants, because English muffins are clearly better, and I didn’t want to reward him for his crap opinion on action movies. Skyfall is amazing. I am usually team Jonathan, but man you are on thin ice now.

PROS —These are some of the most podcast friendly personalities in all of poker. Better than Joey Ingram, Cracked Aces, etc —The hand breakdowns are very thoughtful and granular CONS —Bloat. Bloat. Bloat. Guys, remember what we’re here for: Hand breakdowns. Not your random stream-of-consciousness tangents and attempts at humor. The ratio of hand breakdowns vs random banter is 50/50 (PLEASE turn it down to 90/10). The main issue is, as a listener, I get so lost and confused because I spent the last 10 minutes listening to an Owen Wilson tangent that I completely lose track of the hand. It’s just bad structure and bad pacing an an audio product. —As a result, the episode is way too long. 45 minutes is insane to invest on one mostly inconsequential hand.

They talk poker about 5% of the episode. If the hand discussed ever gets to showdown, it might as well be a 2 part episode.

I listen to podcasts probably about 60 hours a week (almost all of them at 2x speed). This is one of the few that I listen to 1.5 speed because I enjoy the episodes that much. I’m currently listening to an episode from august 2020, and decided I had to write a review. These two have the perfect combo of poker and humor ; even the ads are funny. I skip ads on every single podcast and somehow look forward to them on this podcast. Grant and Jonathan are by far the best podcast I listen to and would recommend them to anyone who has even mild interest in poker.

The hand analyses are great, but skip the first ten minutes of each show. Levy is literally the least funny person on the planet, but he tries really hard to be funny to start every episode....and it is e x c r u c i a t i n g.....

Zoot Suits has a revival on the 90s when Big Bad Voodoo Daddy was popular. What the hell are you talking about (for ten minutes)? Love the show.

Found the show during quarantine, have been crushing old episodes. It’s very good stuff.

So appreciate the episodes, especially now. Look forward to my morning runs listening to you guys. I’ve listened to every episode since you guys came on, and just want to thank you for some great stuff. Respect.

So I was looking for a new poker podcast to listen to. I came upon this one and the episode I decided to start with had a Lemonparty.org appearance. So yes I think it is safe to say I am going to like this one.

High level poker analysis presented by two guys that are having fun and sound like they really love the game.

I enjoy the banter between the hosts. I really enjoy The goofiness of Jonathan and the witty retorts of Grant. The analysis is from 5/10 professionals so most players can learn from it. I think if you are wanting more study, you would be better off reading a book from Jonathan Little. However, this content provides a funny, more chill, form of poker content while learning a thing or two throughout the 45 minutes.

Some people turn to Batman and Robin. Some go running to Thor and Hawkeye. Me, I turn to the Poker Guys. When my city was plagued by terrible poker plays, the poker guys came to our rescue. We knew that we had but to call out for help and they would bring warm, buttery, flakey goodness to feed us and hard, dry rocks to knock out the competition. But in all seriousness, I’ve been listening to these guys since the beginning and they are the best around. Informative, highly entertaining, and very useful. If you are looking for a classic dynamic duo to improve your poker skills, look no further.

Enjoy this podcast and like the thought process on tournament hands. They are lost most of the time on cash game hands but there is still a lot of value there. Entertaining and their balance of each other makes it a worthwhile listen.

This is a premier poker podcast—fun, informative, and insightful. It features an entertaining and elite poker analyst in Grant and his prone-to-untethered-fits-of-laughter sidekick Jonathan. Much in the way a bakery might feature the unmatched buttery goodness of their fresh-baked croissants, this podcast is at its strongest in helping you understand how to think about poker hands like a top player. Occasionally, however, like a dry, day-old plastic bag of English muffins that nobody wants even at fire-sale prices, the podcast can go off the rails. Luckily, most of the time this podcast is about as good as it gets. I look forward to the release of each episode almost as much as I admire the inventor of honey mustard flavoring. Thanks for continuing to brighten up my feed.

I really like the analysis but love the banter. Grantland provides light and flaky commentary while Jon get into the nooks and crannies. Grantland’s work could easily stand alone while Jon’s would be a little plain.

If you’re looking for a podcast that is 25% reflection on its own intro sequence, 20% vamping on ads, 18% extemporaneous reviews of movies and baked goods, and (finally) 37% one person who is qualified to analyze poker strategy alternatively correcting and tolerating another person who isn’t, then look no further. If you’re looking to learn about anything other than croissants, then move along. Even an average poker player will learn more in ten minutes with Jonathan Little than six months with these guys. G&J, I used to learn from your podcast. Pour one out for the good ol’ days.

Listened for years and am finally breaking down and writing a review to counteract some dork bots that apparently want to listen to Walter Cronkite do poker strategy. These guys are hilarious and the poker strategy is...poker strategy. What do you want, shut up with the passive aggressive 2019 yelp reviews.

Funny dudes, cool hands, and interesting poker content. If you suggest enough hands you might even make the hall of fame!

Great hand breakdown and plenty of laughs. The only podcast I don’t want to fast forward the adds of cause I know I’ll miss a chuckle or 2

I came for the hand breakdowns. I stay for the pure ridiculousness that mirrors the conversations I have with my buddies. Lot of laughs and great analysis.

Perfect if you are looking for a podcast with more advanced commentary

I stumbled onto this show at the start of 2018. Very glad I did! Both guys are funny, keep it light, and offer up a great fun insight to specific hands. I look forward to it weekly, hope they continue to add other casts.....

Like this show

Seems like the beginning part of the podcast always seems to rub me the wrong way with it being too much banter, and not enough in depth analysis on poker. It’s like they’re forcing us to get personal with a someone that we just want to be acquaintances with. Please, stick to the analysis and let the experts do the talking.

Just wanted to say thank you. Thanks for always putting out consistent content. I know there are a ton of “part time” podcasts out there and you make sure to keep your shows coming each and every week. I always listen to your episodes as soon as I see the alert come up for a new one. Thank you!!

Yes, I listen often and sometimes, even while playing, if you can believe that. I just wish I could implement the thought process better when playing more often... but at very least it has helped me take a better look at the game from the 1000 ft view. Not 100% sold on the nitrogen gig, but you never say no to a good sponsor that helps produce good content. Wish them the absolute best in life. Thanks

Portland poker guys are a blast to listen to. Great content love how they don’t always agree makes it better to have different views and thinking!!

I’ve never written a review for anything, but I felt the need to do so for this podcast. This show has the best mix of deep strategy, analysis, and entertainment that I’ve ever found in any Poker media. 90% Poker talk, 10% jokes and small talk makes for great listening that does not tire the brain. Talking about a single hand for an entire episode really allows you to get deep into ideas without the clutter of multiple hands. This is a must listen for players who take the game seriously.

One of the best poker podcasts well done guys keep it up

I’ve been listening to the podcast since the beginning, more then any other poker related material book video or podcast, these guys taught me how to think through a hand. They are easy to listen to. This podcast has made long car rides fast.

Fantastic content. Funny and insightful. Perfect listen for the morning and afternoon commute. These guys do such a wonderful job of breaking down hands. Don’t ever stop!

Bring back Jarlath

I started listening to this show because I know and love these 2 goofballs from our local poker games (where I eat their souls). I keep listening to it every week because it’s actually awesome and entertaining and improves my game while I commute.

These guys love to hear themselves talk. Episodes are WAY longer than they need to be because both these dorks fancy themselves comedians. Stick to the poker/strategy analysis fellas.

This is one of my favorite podcasts. They have a great sense of humor, and go into detailed hand analysis. They discuss the hands as played and often go into "what if" scenarios. Great job guys!

I have played a lot of poker with these guys. I like to think that I am looking a few levels deeper than my opponents. I can't say that when it comes to Grant and Jonathan. These guys break hands down to the core, they cover math, physical, and betting tells in a way that is easy to understand and will help improve your thought process at the tables. They are 1000% not garbage humans

Extensive breakdowns of televised poker with a dash of humor. Keep up the good work guys. Also check out their other podcast "Sportnado". Well worth your time. They even got me to care the slightest bit of a sport I normally could care less about, basketball.

If you are a student of poker and are looking to improve your game, this podcast is for you. The hosts do a great job of picking hands apart carefully and intelligently, making sure to substantiate every claim with theory and mathematics. Going in depth about each action, they submit hypotheses on the players' thought processes and identify the myriad factors influencing whatever decision was made. By analyzing one hand, the guys use their sizeable host of knowledge and experience in poker, the mathematics and its general theories that you are constantly refreshing your game and identifying not only what the correct action in many different spots is, but WHY you would or wouldnt make that action. Great stuff guys, always enjoy your show. Keep it up!

Love the breakdowns.