In 1998 I became addicted to poker. I played EVERY SINGLE DAY for 365 days straight. Each day, I would leave work and I would run down to the Mayfair Club and play hands against some of the most successful poker players to date.

All of this was due to a movie about poker called Rounders, written by Brian Koppelman. I thought back to the movie and to my days at the Mayfair Club and I knew I had to have Brian on my podcast.

Brian has done some amazing things in his life and it was great to finally talk to him. During the talk I felt like we had known each other for years.

It’s a great interview with tons of interesting stories and helpful tips. Enjoy!

Links and Resources Mentioned In The Show:

• Briankoppelman.com
• The Moment Podcast
• Tracy Chapman
• Allan Havey
• Brian is the co-creator of Rounders, Ocean’s Thirteen, and Solitary Man
• Contact Brian at themomentbk@gmail.com
• Brian Koppelman on Twitter | Vine

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Books and Articles Mentioned In This Episode:

• The Theory of Poker by David Sklansky
• Writing in Restaurants by David Mamet
• Awaken the Giant Within by Tony Robbins
• The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron
• A Season For Justice by Morris Dees
• Philip Roth
• Elegy for a Carpet Joint by Brian Koppelman

Thanks so much for listening!

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