You Don't Need to Be the Best Player to Win at Poker. Billy DGAF's Story.

Play with us online: https://play.phenompoker.com/register... Play with us at Table 1: https://table1.vegas ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Episode 74 - Billy "DGAF" Poker Pro. Went Broke. Built a Game Anyway. In this episode, we sit down with DGAF — the man behind one of LA’s most legendary poker lineups — and unpack the real story behind the chips. From learning five-card draw at age 7 to losing it all (twice) to building a daily 5/5/10 at Hustler, this is a story of resilience, regret, and rebuilding. 💬 We talk: – Why being “good for the game” beats being the best – Going broke even while winning – How to host games that actually last – And the mental traps most poker pros never escape This is not a strategy episode. It’s a story episode. A “why the hell am I still doing this?” episode. 🎧 Listen in — and maybe rethink what a winning poker life really looks like. Show Notes 00:00 - Podcast Intro & Guest Reveal 2:00 - Starting Poker Young: Childhood Guts Games 6:00 - Grinding Up the Bankroll with Early Casino Wins 8:00- Competitive Drive: What Makes Poker Players Succeed 10:02 - Life Journey Reflections & No Real Plan 12:01 - Doug Polk, Garrett Adelstein & Legendary Poker Guests 16:01 - Bellagio Bankroll Stories & Casino Life Realities 22:00 - Poker Table Perceptions & Stereotypes 26:00 - Rebuilding the Bankroll & Going Sober 34:02 - Poker Days in LA: Around 2011–2013 36:00 - Finding a Voice in Poker Content & Commentary 42:00 - Player Drama & The Community's Expectations 44:00 - Giving Advice & Lessons from the Felt 48:00 - Poker & Passive Income Opportunities 52:00 - The Poker Grind: New Players Entering the Scene 56:01 - Living Costs & Managing Financial Pressure 58:00 - Debt, Loyalty & Trust Among Poker Friends 01:00:00 - Hopes to Build Wealth & Sell the Podcast 01:04:00 - Stepping Away from the Poker World Completely 01:06:03 - RFID Controversy & Industry Pushback 01:08:00- Behind the Mic: Stories from Legendary Interviews Billy's Links: X = https://x.com/dgafpokerplayer Lucky Lady Casino Live =    / @luckyladycasinolive   DGAF Podcast =   / dgafpokerplayer   Poker Rags = https://pokerrags.us/ Table 1 Links: https://table1.vegas https://x.com/table1vegas   / table1vegas      / @table1vegas   Art's links: https://x.com/artparmann Learn to Beat Slot Machines (seriously) - https://slotmaps.com PokerHQ. Your Poker Network, Upgraded. https://pokerhq.io Justin's links: https://x.com/justinyoung07 Phenom Poker - https://t.co/89hEjVsRaQ About Table 1 Podcast and YouTube Channel: Welcome to the Table 1 Podcast, your ultimate destination for everything high-stakes poker. Hosted by poker enthusiasts Art Parmann and Justin Young, our podcast brings you in-depth interviews with the biggest names in poker, captivating stories from the poker world, and insights into the game’s strategies and trends. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, our channel offers something for everyone. We cover high-stakes cash games, tournaments, gambling, and the latest poker news. Our content includes: Exclusive Interviews: Conversations with top poker players, industry experts, and rising stars. Poker Strategies: Tips and tricks to improve your game, from basic concepts to advanced techniques. Poker News: Stay updated with the latest happenings in the poker world. Entertainment: Enjoy tales of epic poker sessions, amusing anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes stories from the poker community. Our mission is to create a fun and informative space where poker enthusiasts can come together to learn, share, and enjoy the game. Don’t miss out on our engaging episodes and insightful discussions that bring you closer to the heart of poker. Don't miss this engaging #poker #podcast. Explore popular poker vlogs and podcasts like those by Andrew Neeme, Brad Owen, Ryan Depaulo: Degenerate Gambler, Jaman Burton, CzechRaiseCharles, Mariano Poker, Raising The Nuts, Rampage Poker, Matt Vaughn, Ben Deach, PokerKraut, Detroit Poker, Marle, Jaime Staples, Jeff Gross, Lex Velhuis, BBZStaking, Raise Your Edge, Daniel Negreanu, Jeff Boski, and Doug Polk. From Zero to Hero: Poker's Biggest Success Stories Poker Legends: Their Rise From Humble Beginnings to High Stakes Glory The Grind to the Top: Inspiring Poker Success Stories You Won't Believe From Broke to Bankrupt to Millions: The Wild Ride of Poker Success Poker Legends: Secrets to Success & Life's Biggest Wins From Broke to Billionaire: Poker's Ultimate Life Lessons The Mental Game of Poker: How to Win at Life Poker Pro's Guide to Building an Empire (Beyond the Table) The Biggest Blunders in Poker: How to Avoid Them in Life Poker Masters on Overcoming Adversity: Lessons for Everyone