Gamble Up!

Greg “FBT” Mueller joins Gamble Up! for Episode 21 to share stories from his journey through poker. From Vancouver’s early 90's poker scene to unforgettable WSOP final tables and a massive $3.75 million run. Greg discusses poker mindset, mentorship, friendship, pressure, key hands, coaching, and the lessons that have shaped his decades in the game.

00:00 Greg “FBT” Mueller: From Hockey Pro to Poker Legend
00:30 Pre-Show Banter, Poker Talk & the Gamble Up! Theme
01:02 Greg “FBT” Mueller Joins the Gamble Up! Podcast
02:35 From the WSOP Main Event to the Smithers Golf Tournament
03:41 Vancouver Poker’s Legendary Limit Game Era
08:25 From Pro Hockey to Poker, Golf & a Late-Blooming Career
10:37 David Baker, Poker Friendships & Early Main Event Memories
16:11 The Toughest Matchup: Playing Heads-Up Against Friends
19:28 Why the WSOP Main Event Final Table Feels Bigger Than a Bracelet
27:42 Bucky’s Tough Love & the Power of a Great Poker Rail
32:50 Recommitting to Tournament Poker & Making a Main Event Run
39:19 Scotty “Tickets” Stories & Legendary WSOP Rail Energy
45:10 Key Hands That Built Confidence During the Main Event
50:11 The Final Table Exit Hand: Playing for $3.75 Million
56:50 ICM Pressure, Massive Pay Jumps & Final Table Survival
1:02:35 Breaking Down the Heads-Up Hand That Decided Millions
1:09:55 Final Table Coaching & Preparing for Elite Competition
1:13:22 Final Table Now or a Longer Break? The Tough Decision
1:15:05 How a $3.75M Score Changes Your Life
1:17:59 Closing Thoughts, Poker Friendship & Another Deep Run

We're BACK with new Gamble Up! - ODB, Adam, and Ross recap the biggest moments from WSOP 2026, diving into standout results, key hands, tournament strategy, and the stories shaping this year’s World Series of Poker. They also break down the $25K WSOP Fantasy discussion, player results sharing, bracelet races, early registration strategy, and what the biggest trends from the summer say about the future of poker.

From huge-field adjustments to fantasy league angles, bracelet chases, and rising international talent, this episode is packed with WSOP analysis, poker news, and pro-level takeaways for players and fans. Subscribe for more WSOP recap coverage, poker strategy, fantasy discussion, and Gamble Up! episodes.

• 00:00 Introduction and ODB Results Tease
• 01:20 World Series of Poker 2026 :RECAP
• 04:38 Strategies for large-field fantasy tournaments
• 09:15 Playing poker against WSOP Competition
• 13:57 Notable Bracelet WINS and Achievements
• 20:07 Who will be the first to 20 bracelets?
• 24:38 The Foxens’ summer success and top stories of the year.
• 32:46 WSOP Fantasy Insights
• 34:55 Future plans and community involvement.

SUPER BOWL PICKS & PROPS!

00:00 Introduction and PGT Update
04:56 Bubble Dynamics in Poker Tournaments
09:37 Mixed Games vs. No Limit Poker
14:40 Hall of Fame Politics in Sports
19:43 Conference Championship Games Analysis
29:33 The Complexity of Game Outcomes
31:54 Coaching Decisions and Game Dynamics
34:11 Weather's Impact on Game Performance
36:37 Betting Strategies and Game Predictions
39:38 Analyzing the Seahawks vs. Rams Matchup
48:36 Super Bowl Predictions and Prop Bets
54:25 Celebrity Fans and Their Allegiances
57:38 Game Predictions and Prop Bets
01:00:17 Analyzing Player Performances and Strategies
01:05:29 Poker Insights and Preparation Techniques
01:09:15 NFL Awards and Cultural Commentary

In this week’s episode, hosts Adam Schwartz and David “ODB” Baker break down the latest headlines in both poker and the NFL — including updates from the PokerGO Tour (PGT), key tournament strategies, and the biggest stories shaking up the NFL Hall of Fame voting controversy.
The guys go deep on the AFC and NFC Championship games, preview the Super Bowl matchup, and tackle listener questions about poker theory, bankroll management, and sharp betting angles heading into the big game.

🎯 Whether you’re grinding poker tournaments or eyeing those Super Bowl prop bets, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and inside knowledge only seasoned pros can deliver.

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On this week’s episode of Gamble Up!, Adam and David 'ODB' Baker break down the latest NFL action and an in-depth look at Broncos vs. Bills, analyzing the media reaction, Bo Nix injury and Josh Allen. We dive into controversial coaching decisions, and how Bo Nix’s injury could impact the Broncos’ Super Bowl Odds. The discussion heats up with expert betting strategies, game predictions, and Listener Q&A—including insider takes on the World Series of Poker, player taxes, and how new gambling laws affect bettors. If you’re into NFL analysis, sports betting insights, and poker talk, this episode is packed with value.00:00 – Intro & Episode Overview01:51 – Broncos vs. Bills Game Highlights09:01 – Bo Nix vs. Josh Allen: QB Showdown14:52 – Refereeing Controversies and Game-Changing Calls20:37 – Coaching Shake-Up: Sean McDermott Fired23:38 – Bo Nix’s Injury: What It Means for the Broncos26:01 – The Legacy of Bo Nix27:35 – Seahawks Dominate the 49ers29:34 – Sam Darnold’s Redemption Story31:28 – CJ Stroud’s Midseason Struggles34:23 – Drake Maye’s Hidden Potential36:38 – Caleb Williams: The NFL’s Next Big Star42:44 – Winning Betting Strategies & Game Predictions57:50 – Smart Hedging Tips for Bettors01:00:37 – New College Football Programs on the Rise01:03:27 – Coaching Changes & Team Impact Breakdown01:06:35 – Ranking the Best NFL Coaching Opportunities01:08:31 – Listener Question: BBB Tax Law & Gambling01:12:41 – Can a Defensive Player Win MVP?01:15:45 – Rams Betting Insights & Strategy Analysis01:19:14 – Game Strategy & Coaching Decisions Recap

On Episode 17 of Gamble Up Pod:
00:00 Intro - We're Back!
02:13 Battling In The Poker Go Tour
09:04 Strategies in Fast Structures
14:29 Selling Shares on PokerStake
24:26 Event Highlights and Key Decisions
28:29 Looking Ahead: Future Plans in Poker
33:36 Transition to NFL Discussion
36:59 Survivor Contest Insights
43:33 Circa Survivor Contest Insights
55:29 NFL Playoff Analysis: Recent Games and Performances
59:21 Coaching Decisions and Game Strategies
01:09:16 Looking Ahead: Upcoming NFL Matchups and Predictions
01:20:02 Broncos Hopes and Predictions
01:20:58 49ers vs. Seahawks Analysis
01:24:25 Texans vs. Patriots Preview
01:26:45 Rams vs. Bears Discussion
01:28:11 Super Bowl Lines and Predictions
01:31:29 Coaching Changes in the NFL
01:36:35 Listener Questions and Insights
01:40:55 Power Rankings and Final Thoughts

In Episode 17 of “Gamble Up,” hosts Adam Schwartz and ODB (@AuDavidB) break down the latest action in the poker world, including the exciting wrap-up of the PokerGO Tour Last Chance Series. ODB shares behind-the-scenes insights from competing in high-stakes events—covering tournament strategy, bankroll management, and the changing landscape of professional poker. The hosts dig into the business side of the game with a look at sponsorships, PokerStake, and how players navigate the modern poker economy. It’s a deep dive into poker’s evolution, with plenty of humor, sharp takes, and practical advice for grinders and fans alike.
The conversation then shifts gears to the NFL playoff picture and the remarkable story of the Circa Survivor Contest, where five entries went a perfect 20–0 out of 18,000. Adam and ODB analyze what this means for future contests, touching on syndicate strategies, variance, and the mental grind of long-term betting. They also break down recent playoff matchups—like Packers vs. Bears and Bills vs. Jaguars—discussing quarterback performances, coaching calls, and key injuries shaping the postseason. Whether you’re here for poker insights or NFL betting talk, this episode delivers engaging discussion, expert analysis, and the trademark banter that makes Gamble Up a must-listen podcast for poker and sports betting fans.