Forum: Other Other Topics
10-05-2007, 02:24 AM
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Replies: 100
Views: 512
Re: Top Chef Finale
I started watching Top Chef when I learned that a Chicago chef was in the mix.
When I saw it was Dale, I thought, "Oh yeah, my friends really liked La Tache when he was the chef there."
Then...
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Forum: Books and Publications
09-25-2007, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 198
Re: 2000 pages in 5 weeks
Following these books in order should work well in terms of progression and variety.
Theory of Poker
Small Stakes Hold 'em
Bobby Baldwin's Winning Poker Secrets
Harrington II
Professor,...
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Forum: The Lounge: Discussion+Review
09-25-2007, 04:52 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 408
Re: Interesting artcile on HBO\'s The Wire
Folks that are fans of The Wire definitely should check out this article. If you liked the Sopranos, I'd say you'll dig it even more.
Two Salon critics present their arguments for which is the...
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Forum: Poker Beats, Brags, and Variance
09-17-2007, 10:16 PM
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Replies: 149
Views: 724
Re: Beat: Asking BBV for Advice
As others posters have mentioned, there are so many Phils on the poker scene. I know it's your name, but I think it wouldn't be the best move to use it in the title.
So I came up with something...
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Forum: Brick and Mortar
08-04-2007, 05:39 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 210
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Forum: Medium Stakes
06-15-2007, 01:52 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 86
Re: Meh? Hot? Not?
My guess is that this person is taking some manner of short stack shot. Whether they bought in for 300 or more and has been ground down is somewhat relevant I suppose, but not too much so.
On the...
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Forum: EDF
06-15-2007, 01:36 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 150
Re: The aperitif thread
Rose champagne makes for an excellent start to a meal. Its added level of dryness makes it particularly appropriate. It also can work well with a variety of first courses.
Additionally, it is a...
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Forum: Brick and Mortar
04-27-2007, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 41
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Forum: Psychology
03-16-2007, 07:49 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 105
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Forum: Other Other Topics
12-29-2006, 04:32 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 94
Re: I need a unique Italian dish
If you want to do something that reflects italian culture, focus on the overall style of the meal. Do a couple of courses and make the experience long, leisurely and with an appreciation for life...
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Forum: Other Other Topics
12-18-2006, 01:16 AM
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Replies: 114
Views: 434
Iron Chef America
It's on right now.
DeLaurentiis vs. Ray (w/ Flay and Batali)
Another airing at 2 p.m. Eastern Monday.
I'm rooting for Giada, but I think Ray has the superior chef on her side.
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Forum: Poker Beats, Brags, and Variance
11-28-2006, 06:13 AM
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Replies: 105
Views: 295
Re: im starting an adhoc right now
Yves,
I respect your game and your posts. I used to play with you on PP. I thank you for contributing to my development as a player.
If I had money on Stars and if I wasn't drunk (well, that...
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Forum: Psychology
10-29-2006, 03:30 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 115
Re: downswing = depression
Are there other aspects of your life wherein you are making decisions that have emotional consequences?
If not, then you need to find some.
Variance and mistakes in poker won't seem to have so...
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Forum: Other Other Topics
10-08-2006, 01:58 PM
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Replies: 152
Views: 501
Re: The Departed
While I found the movie to be entertaining, I must say that I was expecting more - especially given the praise heaped upon it by critics of all sorts.
There are two main issues for me at this...
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Forum: Medium Stakes
09-19-2006, 04:00 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 87
Re: Top 2 vs. lagtard.......
Why are you referencing part of what I wrote in isolation?
It is true that I didn't take that part of the results post into account. Indeed sometimes subsequent action has bearing in terms of...
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Forum: Medium Stakes
09-18-2006, 11:13 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 75
Re: I SHOULD HAVE LOOKED AT STACK SIZES PF!
Given the combination of flop and turn bet sizes, I fold the turn as well.
Regarding the post title and the consideration of folding preflop: I think it's time a self-analysis session titled...
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Forum: Medium Stakes
09-18-2006, 10:46 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 87
Re: Top 2 vs. lagtard.......
I wish you hadn't posted the results yet, but I'll post this anyway.
When you step back and add everything up (especially the hand as played), he's got an eight.
A LAG that has been getting...
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Forum: Poker Beats, Brags, and Variance
09-15-2006, 07:23 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 439
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Forum: Other Other Topics
09-14-2006, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 283
Views: 946
Re: signature songs
It appears as if the thread has moved beyond groups.
The epitome of signature song:
Frank Sinatra - My Way
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Forum: Poker Beats, Brags, and Variance
09-09-2006, 11:23 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 120
Re: LOL, Americans
From what I have been told, two nights at U of C I-house is a beat.
And if you plan on posting about all of the odd interactions you have with U of C students, you'll wear out your keyboard. Most...
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Forum: Brick and Mortar
09-05-2006, 03:24 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 116
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Forum: Medium Stakes
08-29-2006, 05:28 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 34
Re: When To Save Money Despite Good Odds?
You say that the sample is meaningless and that your image is relevant. The sample is relevant because your image may be meaningless.
I would raise the flop to $30 and go from there. I would...
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Forum: Poker Beats, Brags, and Variance
08-29-2006, 05:13 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 43
Re: a poem i wrote about poker
You have inspired me to do some prose...
They took the flag out, and they were hitting. Then they put the flag back and they went to the table, and he hit and the other hit. Then they went on,...
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Forum: Other Other Topics
08-29-2006, 02:17 AM
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Replies: 42
Views: 168
Re: America\'s Drunkest Cities
Nate,
Do you live in Chicago or are you from this neck of the woods?
Regardless, you probably know that this town has some very fine drinking establishments, including two of the top bars in...
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Forum: Other Other Topics
08-29-2006, 02:03 AM
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Replies: 80
Views: 262
Re: Tipping, automatic gratuity for large parties
At just about any decent restaurant with full wine service you shouldn't ever have to pour your own wine. If the staff isn't attentive, then do what you need to do and then don't return.
At BYOs...
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