If you’ve ever struggled with poker math mid-hand—fumbling with ratios, converting to percentages, and second-guessing your decisions—this episode is going to feel like a breath of fresh air.

In “Bad Poker Math”, Coach Weasel breaks down one of the most common sources of confusion at the tables: relying on outdated ratio-based math. Whether it's calculating pot odds, implied odds, or bluff-to-value frequencies, traditional approaches often overcomplicate simple decisions and slow you down when it matters most. This episode lays out a smoother path: think in percentages, eliminate conversions, and streamline your thought process with easy-to-remember math shortcuts.

You'll learn not only how to make sharper calls and folds faster, but also why simplifying doesn’t mean dumbing down—it means cutting through tradition to get to the core of better poker decisions.

**LINKS**

· Preflop & Math Poker Workbook: https://www.splitsuit.com/poker-preflop-math-workbook

· CORE Poker Course: https://redchippoker.com/launch-core

· Why Poker Math Is STILL Important: https://www.splitsuit.com/why-poker-math-approach-is-best

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If you’ve ever struggled to know when to check-raise the flop—or felt unsure whether your current strategy is leaking EV—this episode is for you.

We break down one of the most common and instructive spots in poker: big blind vs. button on a dry flop. Using solver-informed analysis, you’ll walk away with a clear understanding of which types of hands check-raise profitably, where these hands fall on the equity spectrum, and how the modern approach differs from traditional polarized thinking. This isn't just a theory dump—it's a guided look at how to interpret solver output in a practical, actionable way.

You’ll explore how check-raises are distributed across strong value hands, semi-bluffs like gutshots and open-enders, and even some surprisingly middling pairs. Along the way, you'll learn why the classic idea of a polarized range doesn’t fully apply and how mixing strategies help achieve balance in this spot. Whether you play live or online poker, this strategic cross-section will sharpen your intuition and help you develop a more nuanced postflop approach.

**LINKS**

· GTO Gems 2 (Book): https://redchippoker.com/gto-gems-2-book

· Understanding Equity Distribution: https://www.splitsuit.com/gto-poker-equity-distribution

· Poker Strategy vs. Tactics: https://youtu.be/2_Q3ZbwfKB4

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Can we discuss “equity retention” and why it’s not an optional concept to learn for every poker player?

In this episode of the Red Chip Poker Podcast, we break down one of the most overlooked yet essential postflop concepts: equity retention. You’ll learn what it is, how it impacts your decisions postflop, and how to use it to build stronger bluffing lines and value strategies.

Whether you're new to the term or just need a refresher, this is the deep dive you’ve been waiting for. Perfect for cash game players and tournament grinders alike.

💡 Takeaways from this episode:

• Learn why some hands drop off sharply as villain’s range narrows

• Discover the types of hands that thrive in high-pressure spots

• Understand when top pair is vulnerable—and how to respond

• See why draws and backdoor equity give you profitable bluffing opportunities

• Use equity retention to guide bet sizing, barreling, and board coverage

**LINKS**

· CORE Poker Membership: https://redchippoker.com/launch-core

· Understanding Equity Distribution: https://www.splitsuit.com/gto-poker-equity-distribution

· Poker Strategy vs. Tactics: https://youtu.be/2_Q3ZbwfKB4

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