PokerNews
The world's leading poker news outlet, offering 24/7 tournament coverage, a flagship weekly podcast, player interviews, and documentary shorts.
PokerNews is the central nervous system for the professional poker circuit, functioning as part trade journal and part sports network. It blends immediate, on-the-ground reporting from tournament floors with a flagship podcast that debates industry controversies and celebrates major wins. The content ranges from raw, emotional interviews with newly-crowned champions to slickly-produced 'day in the life' documentaries and bite-sized clips of dramatic hands.
“Its comprehensiveness and on-the-ground access are its key differentiators. While others cover poker, PokerNews provides a constant stream of content in multiple formats, from instant analysis of a controversial ruling to immediate post-win interviews on the casino floor, making it an indispensable resource for the poker community.”
Who hosts this show
PokerNews is a comprehensive poker media outlet founded in 2002 that has become a primary source for industry news, live tournament reporting, and player stories. It provides extensive coverage of major events like the World Series of Poker (WSOP) and European Poker Tour (EPT). The brand produces a diverse range of content, including its long-running "PokerNews Podcast," on-the-floor interviews with tournament winners, short documentaries, and highlight clips of pivotal hands. PokerNews.com has been recognized as the world's leading poker website and has won the Best Affiliate in Poker award multiple times.
Credentials & credits
- Official live reporting partner for the World Series of Poker (WSOP)
- Seven-time winner of the Best Affiliate in Poker award by iGB Affiliate
- Founded in 2002
- Chad Holloway: Host, 2013 WSOP Bracelet Winner
- Chad Holloway: PR & Media Manager for PokerNews
- Mike Holtz: Co-host, two-time WSOP.com Online Player of the Year, WSOP Bracelet Winner
Other ventures
- MSPT Podcast Presented By PokerNews
- BetRivers Table Talk Podcast Presented By PokerNews
What kind of podcast
- Format
- News
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02WSOP $10k PLO Bubble #pokernews #wsop2026Jun 28, 2026 · 37s
- 03🥹 that winning feeling @WSOP #poker #pokernewsJun 28, 2026 · 44s
- 04
- 05BIG FLIP AT THE Wynn Poker Summer Championship Final Table 👀Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min
- 06A Day in the Jungle With Dan CatesJun 27, 2026 · 8 min
- 07Is This the Worst Ruling in WSOP History | PokerNews Podcast #980Jun 27, 2026 · 41 min
- 08Emotional Benny Glaser wins @WSOP $50K Poker Players ChampionshipJun 26, 2026 · 5 min
Notable episodes
- 01Is This the Worst Ruling in WSOP History | PokerNews Podcast #980
Demonstrates the podcast format tackling a major community controversy by presenting video evidence and interviewing the player directly involved.
- 02Emotional Benny Glaser wins @WSOP $50K Poker Players Championship
Showcases the channel's on-the-ground access, capturing the raw, immediate emotional reaction from a major champion moments after his win.
- 03A Day in the Jungle With Dan Cates
Highlights their documentary-style content, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the mindset and experience of an elite player during a high-stakes tournament.
What you'll be asked on this show
The channel features multiple interviewers and formats, but two primary styles stand out. For post-victory interviews, the host captures the player's immediate emotional reaction, often starting with a broad "How does it feel?" before using the player's history to frame questions about pressure and career significance. The second style, seen on the "PokerNews Podcast" hosted by Chad Holloway, is more journalistic. When covering controversies, Holloway presents video evidence before asking the involved player for their perspective, allowing them to tell their story while probing for feelings and future implications.
The channel employs a multi-format strategy, featuring the panel-style "PokerNews Podcast," on-site winner interviews, short-form highlight clips, and documentary-style player features. The podcast often uses video clips of key hands or events to set up discussions with guests. Production quality varies from polished, edited packages to the raw, immediate feel of on-the-floor reporting.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
8 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
personal
3- Q.01
“How does it feel to be the Poker Players Championship winner?”
This is the standard opening question for a post-victory interview, designed to capture the guest's raw, immediate emotion.
- Q.02
“How did you feel your summer was going before this big win?”
This question helps build a narrative arc, contrasting the player's feelings before and after a significant, series-altering victory.
- Q.03
“How did it feel to narrowly miss out on Player of the Year last year?”
Probes the guest's resilience and how they process disappointment and near-misses at an elite level.
controversy
1- Q.01
“How are you feeling about the hand controversy now that a few days have passed?”
Used to open discussions on recent, widely-publicized controversies, giving the guest space for a more considered response.
mindset
2- Q.01
“Did you expect to have such an emotional reaction to winning?”
A frequent follow-up that explores the player's mindset and the gap between their expectations and the reality of the moment.
- Q.02
“What expectations do you put on yourself coming into a series like this?”
Often asked of elite players, this question explores the internal pressure they face, frequently referencing their past successes.
craft
1- Q.01
“What are you doing that other players aren't to get yourself in these positions so often?”
This question aims to uncover the guest's unique process, work ethic, or strategic edge that contributes to their consistent success.
future
1- Q.01
“What do you hope the tournament staff learns or changes from this situation in the future?”
After discussing a controversy, this question shifts the focus from personal reflection to constructive, industry-level suggestions.
Signature segments
- · PokerNews Podcast
- · On-the-floor Winner Interviews
- · Dramatic Hand Highlight Clips
- · A Day in the Life Documentaries
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are almost exclusively professional poker players, particularly recent tournament winners, established legends, or players currently involved in a significant news story or controversy.
- Dan 'Jungleman' Cateson A Day in the Jungle With Dan Cates
- Patrick Leonardon Is This the Worst Ruling in WSOP History | PokerNews Podcast #980
- Benny Glaseron Emotional Benny Glaser wins @WSOP $50K Poker Players Championship
- Hayden Hetlandon Is This the Worst Ruling in WSOP History | PokerNews Podcast #980
- Mike Holtzon Is This the Worst Ruling in WSOP History | PokerNews Podcast #980
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Sponsors are deeply embedded in the poker ecosystem, including online poker sites (GGPoker, PokerStars), poker training software (GTO Wizard), and fantasy/betting platforms (FanDuel). This indicates an audience of active, engaged players interested in poker-related products and services.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- What is PokerNews?
- PokerNews is a leading poker media company that provides daily news, live tournament coverage, player interviews, strategy content, and a weekly podcast.
- Who are the hosts of the PokerNews Podcast?
- The primary host is Chad Holloway, a WSOP bracelet winner and PokerNews' PR & Media Manager. He is often joined by co-hosts like Mike Holtz and others.
- What kind of videos does the channel produce?
- The channel features a mix of content, including full episodes of the PokerNews Podcast, on-the-floor interviews with tournament winners, short documentaries following players, and highlight clips of dramatic hands.
- Is the PokerNews Podcast still running?
- Yes, it is one of the longest-running poker podcasts, established in 2010, and releases new episodes weekly.
- Where can I find PokerNews content?
- You can find their video content on their YouTube channel and read articles, follow live reporting, and more on their website, PokerNews.com.
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