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Viktor Blom: The Man, The Myth, The Legend

By Phil On August 27, 2012 · 74 Comments · In Uncategorized
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If you play or follow online poker, just seeing the name “Isildur1″ evokes a strong emotional response.  He first became known for having (far and away) the most epic rise and fall in online poker history.  Let’s start there.

The Myth

From what I assume was a relatively small deposit onto Full Tilt, Isildur1 quickly amassed six [...]

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Poker and Your Life

On July 17, 2012 By Phil
crossroad

I recently came to the realization that I start all of my posts with “Hey Guys.”  I’m not really opposed to it, but it looks a little weird on the front page here that all posts start with that and a couple lines of empty space, right?

Hey Guys!

I’ve been getting a TON of questions emailed in, which I [...]

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My Poker (+other) Story

On May 15, 2012 By Phil
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Hey Guys,

So, I told those who follow me on Twitter (@philgalfond) that I was working on a long post and wondering whether I should chop it up into two pieces or not.  I thought it was going to be over 5000 words.  Most said just post it whole, and I was planning on doing that.

When I [...]

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Ask Phil: Answers (Part 1)

On May 1, 2012 By Phil
HSP

Hey Guys,

I asked for some questions, and I got a whole bunch. If I don’t get to your question, I’m sorry.

I’ll keep responding over the coming days though, so hopefully I’ll get to a lot of them. I’ll be picking out the questions I think are more interesting first, and thinking about what you [...]

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On April 30, 2012 By Phil
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Hey Guys,

As you may have noticed, if you follow my blog- I’ve been slacking lately.  The main reason for it is that I decided when I started this blog that it wouldn’t be a blog about nothing.  I wanted to post entries that had content, or value, to you guys.  When I get an idea (hopefully an interesting [...]

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Lindgren, Loans, and a Little Advice

On March 9, 2012 By Phil
vegas

Hey Guys,

Hope you’re all doing well.

I just became aware of the huge thread on 2+2 about Erick Lindgren.  I don’t have much to say about it, as I don’t know enough to give any kind of real opinion.  I was very disappointed reading through the thread.  Erick has been extremely kind, personable, and cool to me [...]

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Help Me Help Bruiser Raise Money For Cancer!

On March 1, 2012 By Phil
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Hey Guys,

How’s it going?  Nice.

I’m writing this post today because my very good friend, Bruiser (sometimes called Vanessa), is on a mission to raise funds and awareness for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (lls.org).  She’s running for LLS Woman of The Year, so not only does she want to help fight cancer, she wants to beat the [...]

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Quick Update, Fake Math, and My Philosophy On Being a Logical Poker Player

On February 10, 2012 By Phil
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Hey Guys,

I haven’t posted in a little while because I didn’t have much to say.  I don’t want this blog to be a  “Hey guys, I lost 2 buyins today and now I’m going to eat an avocado sandwich,” kind of blog (especially because I don’t like avocado).

I feel bad though, because after my last blog I [...]

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It Always Comes Back to Balance, Doesn’t It?

On January 30, 2012 By Phil
Balance

Hey Guys,

Couple of things before I get into this post… I’ve finally gotten my blog rehosted and up and running.  There should be no problems from here on out.  I should warn you, I’ve been sleeping very poorly, and I’m currently failing at trying to fall asleep.  If this post is a bit rambly and weird… no complaining… you’ve [...]

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Sometimes I Lose

On January 26, 2012 By Phil
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Hey guys,

Two videos in a row!  This one is just me talking with no plan.  I was thinking that would make it more of a “blog” than, I dunno, a speech.  I covered my recent downswing and my own mentality during downers, my NYC condo, and I forget what else.  As always, feedback and questions are much appreciated.

 

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