The Flow Show Episode 34: Team partypoker's Bertrand 'ElkY' Grospellier
Jeff Gross has carved out a unique reputation in the poker world as a man who wears many hats. Poker player, blogger, streamer, entrepreneur, "professional best friend," and also — podcaster.
Gross recently joined the PokerNews Podcast Network, carrying his Poker Flow Show with him. PokerNews readers can now add another pod to their listen-list as Gross uses his extensive network to bring several interesting guests from poker and beyond.
In this episode, Bertrand 'ElkY' Grospellier, a player for team partypoker who has $13,958,247 in live poker earnings, shares his career highlights and reflects on winning the Triple Crown. He explains why he doesn’t like to eat when he plays, how he’s managed to balance his personal life and Twitch streaming – and when it’s rude to leave the table. Tune in to hear study tips, mindset hacks, and strategy breakdowns from a long-time French pro.
Three key points from the episode include:
- Fasting can make you sharper and more focused at the table. Listen to your body as it’s not for everyone.
- Adaptation is the most important thing in poker.
- Exercise regularly and know when it’s time to take a break.
Episode Time Stamps
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 00:00 – 20:00 | Bertrand’s background, journey, gaming history, and poker wins. |
| 20:00 – 34:00 | Reflections on his wins this past year and his thoughts on online poker. |
| 34:00 – 47:00 | On competitive players, Team Liquid, life balance, and fasting. |
| 47:00 – 00:55:00 | The most special moments in his career. |
| 00:55:00 – 01:18:00 | Twitch streaming, big losses, table etiquette, and takeaways from gaming. |
| 01:18:00 – 01:30:00 | Live vs. online, bitcoin, diet, and media distortions. |
| 01:30:00 – 01:45:00 | How Bertrand studies and the origin of his name “ElkY”. |
| 01:45:00 – 02:00:00 | Bertrand’s book Raiser’s Edge, game strategies, how he deals with downswings. |
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