PRO CHAT TRANSCRIPT - February 17th 2010
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ANSWER FROM Nordberg: Hey everyone, sorry I'm late
QUESTION FROM Verbal K: Hey Nordberg. I have been following your success for a while. How long would you say it took you to make it to the level of online "high level pro"? How did you start building to that level?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: Took me a couple of years. I really was bad when I first started but eventually got some luck going in tournaments. I started winning in 2005 after struggling in 04.
QUESTION FROM crazycraig88: so, what poker software do you use to keep track of stats?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: just use a spreadsheet to track my results. I don't use pokertracker or anything anymore.. I would if I played cash games.
QUESTION FROM ANason21: Where does your nickname come from?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: its OJ Simpson's character in Naked Gun movies
QUESTION FROM Verbal K: what do you track in your spreadsheet?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: just buy ins, amount won, etc
QUESTION FROM ANason21: Follow up - are you a fan of OJ Simpson, or just his character in Naked Gun movies?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: just the character, i thought the movies were hilarious
QUESTION FROM crazycraig88: is playing tight against a grinder a bad idea?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: depends on if the grinder can exploit your tight play or not. Some may not, so you can play tight and win.
QUESTION FROM Verbal K: f you had to start over... would you look to build your bankroll with MTTs or SNGs? I find myself cashing in 45% of the SNGs... but not increasing my bank I am thinking MTT is the way to go?? Thoughts?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: 'm not sure, if you are in the money that often you should be winning money. Maybe you need help in the end game, winning the heads up battles. I'd simply play what you feel is your best game or what is most comfortable.
QUESTION FROM AlexTrebekIsGod: Hello Peter Feldman. Are you watching Isuldur vs Townsend?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: haven't seen them today. Man those guys play big though, its crazy.
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: lol , some friends gave that to me I always wear polo shirts.
QUESTION FROM xcaryx: Hey Peter, how'd you get your nickname the polo?
QUESTION FROM gahunter221: peter every time i get pocket aa no matter how i play them i tend to lose can you help me
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: ep playing them, you will win in the long run with them.
QUESTION FROM ANason21: now a poker question - how, if at all, do you recommend altering your approach to a big MTT when you hit a few big hands and get into the top 10 in the early going?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: open up my play a little, play a few more hands. But really I don't think you should change your approach all that much.
QUESTION FROM nancy221: Hi Peter Which would you rather have as a starting hand in Holdem, pocket Tens or big slick suited?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: depends how many people I'm playing against, or what the situation is. Both hands are great.
QUESTION FROM MisterOpus1: hi peter. have you played the new rush poker game yet? I can't for the life of me find a good strategy to use for it. Any suggestions?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: played it but I'm far from an expert. I would play pretty solid and straight forward.. you are likely to be in pots against legitimate hands, you need to be in there with a strong hand that can win a showdown.
QUESTION FROM WeleD: What would u do if u have 125k, and somebody raise pre-flop 20k and u have KK?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: depends, I would either call and get it in on most flops or push in preflop hoping to get called.
QUESTION FROM Bryce Hopton: what do you think about isildur1?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: 's got a lot of guts doesn't he? I have no idea how he plays, I've never played vs him. You have to admire him to take on so many good players. I hope he's able to stick around.
QUESTION FROM FSaces: nordberg what advice to someone who keeps losing putting money in with the best hand and get sucked out on its getting pathetic
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: advice would be to keep getting it in good. Thats how you win at this game. Things even out after awhile.
QUESTION FROM Verbal K: Bankroll management... when you got started, what was the max amount you would play wth for a MTT? 1 table SNG?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: played small at the beginning, $20 satellites to $200 tourneys, small MTT's, small cash games, and other small SNG's.
QUESTION FROM lifs2short: hi
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: hi
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: d recommend playing the game you're best at. Or the games where the players are the weakest. A slow steady climb with a good profit potential and little variance is the way to go. Tough to do though.
QUESTION FROM trivette1: starting out whats the fastest way to increace a bank roll
QUESTION FROM crazycraig88: is it possible to start at .01 and .02 blinds and make money to move up a level? I'm finding I win, but the rake is too high a % to make any money. Even if I win 50 cents, usually I get raked about that over all the hands I play.
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: can be tough to beat the rake, you have to look at ways to increase your profits... Or possibly look at other types of games. I would think its possible to beat the rake in those games.
QUESTION FROM Bryce Hopton: Who in your opinion is the best NL holdem player in tournament? and in cash?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: ivey and ivey
QUESTION FROM Verbal K: Sorry... follow up. I was trying to see if you followed something like Chris Ferg's suggestions of no more then 5% of bank into SNG, 2% into MTT.... Seems to me that this is very tight.
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: Chris is good at math, I would think they are pretty accurate and those probably dont lend a high risk to going broke. If you are think they are too conservative and you are winning, play bigger.
QUESTION FROM UrlBentz: Pete? No one wants to chat with you?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: guess not :(
QUESTION FROM KingDariuss: hi
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: hi
QUESTION FROM antshady: I watched an interview where Patrick Antonius said he had never read a book explaining poker strategies. What are the pros and cons of purchasing poker strategy books? All things considered, are they good investments? If so, can you suggest some?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: n, its been a while since I read one of the poker books. Super system (the new one) is probably a must read. The harrington books are good, I think. There are so many of them now.
QUESTION FROM goalieklein8: opinion on scotty nguyen?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: ntastic tournament player. I think he's tough on dealers and other players at times though.
QUESTION FROM trivette1: and why would you say ivey
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: constantly takes on the best players and always beats them over the long run. Its truly amazing.
QUESTION FROM FSaces: i posted about 5 questions only 1 was up
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: its hard to answer your questions.
QUESTION FROM crazycraig88: I only allow myself to deposit $30 a month, and I blew it on rush poker, so I requested a self-exclusion. Can you undo that so I can play freerolls?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: can't, but support might be able to help you, not sure.
QUESTION FROM Buanano: i think i am the best poker player at ths universum are you think that too???
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: i've never thought that, lol. I just try to play solid and get lucky here or there and try not to beat myself too often. So many great players out there.
QUESTION FROM ANason21: lol, do you get sick of ignoramuses like FSaces expecting you to have tons of time to answer all of their inane questions?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: st don't like questions that are basically revolving around someone's bad luck.
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: rategy, with a large amount of luck. That's why the game has been so popular. If the best hand always one a large number of players wouldn't play.
QUESTION FROM trivette1: you thank the game of holdem is more luck ar stradagy
QUESTION FROM Buanano: are you think ivey is the best poker player on this world ??
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: ah, I'm pretty sure he is. I don't think anyone is that close when you consider all the talents of a poker player.
QUESTION FROM goalieklein8: daniel negreanu: do you think he's overrated? honest opinion from you.
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: is very good, and a student of the game, constantly learning...never loses enthusiasm for the game. Pretty amazing after all these years.
QUESTION FROM FSaces: do you ever transfer money to people on chat out of the kindnest of your heart
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: nah,sry
QUESTION FROM Bryce Hopton: why did you pick the name nordberg?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: movie character in naked gun movies
QUESTION FROM daunty101: Hello peter and good luck today
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: thanks!
QUESTION FROM crazycraig88: can you tell fergie (Jesus) to add 5 card draw to FTP?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: think its coming eventually.
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: sounds good
QUESTION FROM trivette1: good talking to ya lets play some poker
QUESTION FROM Bryce Hopton: what kind of celebration will you do if you win FTOPS #17?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: we goin' to sizzler. Honestly, I'll probably just crash after I win cuz I could already sleep so tired
QUESTION FROM Verbal K: Do you prefer online or live tourneys?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: like both. Live can be annoying because of travel, and playing a few days without making money, but the decisions are generally more fun... it makes it more interesting.
QUESTION FROM FSaces: FTP IS PATHETIC eliminate the donk fish and then you can play REAL POKER
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: I'd much rather play with donk fish
QUESTION FROM daunty101: what do you think it takes to become a FullTilt Prol
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: m not sure. They don't take many americans anymore, so it helps if you are from one of the countries they've expanded to. Probably need some good live tourney results also.
QUESTION FROM Verbal K: Can I change my handle to "donk fish" ... or is that taken?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: no idea..lol
QUESTION FROM faltaenvido: which is the site with the best amateurs?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: not sure what you mean, and I wouldn't be qualified to answer anyway. I would seek the site with the worst amateurs.
QUESTION FROM crazycraig88: can I have a million FTP points so I can change my avatar to a donkey &&%%?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: just earn them :)
QUESTION FROM FSaces: cause u have the backing of the site thats why you never lose
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: lose all the time...
QUESTION FROM daunty101: What is the benefits of being a online red pro?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: financial basically
QUESTION FROM FSaces: sure you do WINK WINK does ftp answer these questions for you
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: no, although i wish they did
QUESTION FROM derek4477: Which pro makes you laugh the most?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: roland de wolfe is hilarious, ivey is funny also
QUESTION FROM Marcwho: Im a beginner, I read a lot of book and I try to play every table serious but its hard to get better!! DO you have some suggestion for improve?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: ou just have to keep at it. It takes awhile, I was lost for a year or 18 months even before things clicked for me. Stay patient and disciplined.
QUESTION FROM FSaces: yea me to the supprot here is like pulling teeth seems like they cater to the high rollers and could give 2 chits about the people that constantley play here
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: do you have a legit beef about something that they haven't responded to you about?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: any golf fans out there? who's going to win this accenture match play?
QUESTION FROM derek4477: Which is your best HORSE game?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: od question, maybe razz. I'm pretty horrid in all the games.
QUESTION FROM Bryce Hopton: have u rebought yet in the tourny?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: once at the beginning
QUESTION FROM nookles: mike weir
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: really, i think he's so overrated, really waxed quiros today tho
QUESTION FROM Verbal K: I had the chance to play with Jordan Morgan in a $1500 WSOP even in 2006. He is a nice guy... kinda reminds me of you a bit. Seems like online pros tend to be more cerebral than the live casino players... do you talk poker with other FT pros?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: ah Jordan is a great guy. I met him in 05 in Indiana and have been friends since. He's a great player. I talk poker with some FTP pros, but not as much as I used to. I more talk of the industry rather than particular hands.
QUESTION FROM MoneyAndy: what do you think about the minimum limit of 100 bucks for a cashout? :(
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: didn't know that, but I think it makes sense. full tilt pays to process those payouts.
QUESTION FROM derek4477: Does Tiger still play golf?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: we'll see...
QUESTION FROM Marcwho: Practice make it perfect do you think its true with poker?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: obody plays perfect. Practice just helps you make the right decision more often..
QUESTION FROM MoneyAndy: do you think real madrid will reach next round in champions league?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: mn, im not a soccer guy.
QUESTION FROM st0ned d0nk3y: who is ur fav cash game player
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: ivey probably
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: 20 maybe
QUESTION FROM derek4477: What's the most games you've played at once?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: 20 maybe
QUESTION FROM crazycraig88: how do I get rakeback? do I have to play high stakes?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: i think you have to sign up through an affiliate... it doesnt matter the stakes you play it would be a percentage
QUESTION FROM MoneyAndy: i've got the feeling, that ppl who play online poker actually have no clue about poker at all and in real play like morons. have you ever experienced it that way or do you think online and real life skills are conected?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: online and real are very connected. If one is good at one of the skills they are usually good at the other. I think a player that is very good at one could be excellent at the other and if they say they cant they are selling themselves short
QUESTION FROM DrAAwDeAAD: try raketherake,com
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: x
QUESTION FROM st0ned d0nk3y: what do u think of isildur1 crushing the nosebleeds/
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: od on him if he's crushing them. I haven't been paying attention lately.
QUESTION FROM Marcwho: What need a player to get solid, good like you or others pro?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: patience, discipline are the two biggest things I think
QUESTION FROM MoneyAndy: sorry to disagree with you, but i know a bunch of guys who play online poker like a video game like they play counter strike or something, but they creap out every poker night we make in private...btw what u think bout the jets last season? :)
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: no problem disaggreements are allowed :)
QUESTION FROM faltaenvido: cual fue su mayor exito en linea y en vivo?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: no habla
QUESTION FROM Verbal K: Early stages - 1 table SNG strategy question. Optimal play with AKo... without knowing info on players, are you willing to move all in in this sit: early/mid raises, you reraise and he pushes... some blogs say best play is to push. You?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: yeah im not folding ak preflop in most sngs, although some regulars are very tight in that spot and you can fold after you get 4 bet
QUESTION FROM faltaenvido: what was your greatest success online and live?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: ive won two live wsop circuit events, and online i won a party tournament for 173k in 05
QUESTION FROM MoneyAndy: what u think bout rush poker?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: hear a lot of people love it, and that's great. I can definitely see the benefits of playing it.
QUESTION FROM MisterOpus1: what player do you fear/respect the most as of late?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: again its ivey but i would respect lot of people at the table like negreanu, patrick, etc
QUESTION FROM MoneyAndy: would boss chris fire you for talking bad about it? :D just kidding :)
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: lol
QUESTION FROM MrLOGAN83: where would you say the money is at sit and goes or big tourny's thanks
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: tough to make money at most sng levels now unless you are getting good rakeback, mtt's can be soft at the middle levels
QUESTION FROM derek4477: Thank you for the great answers, but I've gotta go lose some more money now.
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: enjoy :)
QUESTION FROM Bryce Hopton: in early stages of heads up tournament whats ur advice on playing?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: plays a bit more like a cash game since you are deep, i like to stay aggressive on the button and not play too many hands out of position.
QUESTION FROM MisterOpus1: you read Gordon's Little Green Book yet? If so, would you agree with his "tight aggressive" style of play in most occasions?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: tight aggressive is good, i havent read the book. Phil's no dummy, probably good stuff in there
QUESTION FROM MoneyAndy: are you in into beting and gambling also or just poker? :)
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: i bet sports and gamble on the golf course occasionally :)
QUESTION FROM Verbal K: ok... FT pros vs. UB pros vs. PS pros in an all-out battle to the death on the felt... who wins? LOL
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: man i think we win on sheer numbers alone...
QUESTION FROM Orforded: what's your handicap?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: 10 maybe, i used to be way better
QUESTION FROM MoneyAndy: wich character do you like most in family guy? for me, its adam west !
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: dont watch that show
QUESTION FROM crazycraig88: why doesn't FTP allow heads up play at micro and low levels?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: not sure? I didnt know they didnt.. weird.
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: brb
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: yah maybe
QUESTION FROM Orforded: mine is 15 give me 4 strokres $100 nassau?
ANSWER FROM Nordberg: at's it for now everyone, hope you enjoyed the chat. Good luck at the tables.