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My First Live Poker Session: How I Turned $300 into $720 at the Aria

I've been grinding online poker for about eight months, and honestly, the thought of playing live was pretty intimidating. The idea of sitting with strangers, handling real chips, and facing real-life tells felt like a different universe. But this weekend, I finally took the plunge, buying in for...

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Don't Bully Me at the Poker Table: When 'Mandatory' Straddles Go Too Far

You find your seat at a familiar 5/5 game, ready for a solid session. Then, a few players decide the game isn't big enough. They want to add 'mandatory' blind raises, effectively turning your comfortable 5/5 game into a high-stakes 10/20/30 battle. Suddenly, you're faced with a tough choice. Do y...