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The 3-time GPI Global Poker Award Winning Podcast, presented by David Lappin and Dara O'Kearney with Barry Carter

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After a turbulent week, we are very proud to be putting out an episode, brought to you by our guest sponsor The Irish Open. It’s a jam-packed show as usual, headlined by two veterans of the poker industry and the men behind the Irish Open - JP McCann... more

For our first show of 2026, we will be joined by poker player WPT champion and the 2025 WPT World championship runner-up Soheb Porbandarwala. We’ve also got poker player, vlogger, Twitcher, EPT Prague finalist and ACR pro Conor O’Driscoll. For strate... more

This week, we are locked in with PokerNews Managing Editor Will Shillibier. Since 2025 was a bumper year for poker news stories, the lads thought who better to hit up for an end-of-year review episode but a man who has spent over a dozen years in the... more

For our final show of 2025, we welcome high-stakes poker player and Triton ambassador Danny Tang. We've also got poker player, reality TV star and ACR pro Jon Pardy. For strategy, Matt Staples plays 32 against his brother Jaime. Rob Gardner stops by ... more

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Recent Guests

Soheb Porbandarwala
WPT champion and 2025 WPT World Championship runner-up
Episode: S27E5 - Soheb Porbandarwala Conor O'Driscoll David Docherty Stephen Chidwick Espen Jorstad Henry Kilbane Jonathan Jaffe
Conor O'Driscoll
Poker player, blogger, Twitch streamer, and ACR pro
ACR
Episode: S27E5 - Soheb Porbandarwala Conor O'Driscoll David Docherty Stephen Chidwick Espen Jorstad Henry Kilbane Jonathan Jaffe
Will Shillibier
Poker News Manager, Editor
PokerNews
Episode: The Lock-In 111~ Will Shillibier: 2025 Poker News In Review Show
Rob Gardner
Poker player, rec poker coach, and documentary subject
Episode: S27E4 - Danny Tang Jon Pardy Matt Staples Rob Gardner
Danny Tang
Poker player and Triton ambassador
Triton
Episode: S27E4 - Danny Tang Jon Pardy Matt Staples Rob Gardner
Jon Pardy
Poker player and reality TV star from Big Brother Canada
America's Cardroom
Episode: S27E4 - Danny Tang Jon Pardy Matt Staples Rob Gardner
Matt Staples
Poker pro and ambassador for Party Poker
Party Poker
Episode: S27E4 - Danny Tang Jon Pardy Matt Staples Rob Gardner
Jen Shahade
Poker player, chess champion, author and podcaster
Episode: S27E3 - Jen Shahade David Docherty Blaise Bourgeois Jesse Sylvia
David Docherty
Irish Open champion and poker player
Episode: S27E3 - Jen Shahade David Docherty Blaise Bourgeois Jesse Sylvia

Hosts

David Lappin
Co-host and poker expert known for his wit and in-depth knowledge of the poker landscape.
Dara O'Kearney
Co-host, poker player, and commentator, recognized for his strategic thinking and contributions to poker discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 129 ratings
  • An iconic show.

    Over the years The Chip Race has featured all the most interesting and engaging characters in Poker, and has covered all the stories, big and small, with integrity, insight and humour. I hope for everyone in the game that they find a way to keep going.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barny Boat
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • By far the best poker podcast out there.

    Great guests with really interesting interviews. Also top strategy content with different guests talking through hands every episode. Daniel Negreanu is understood to be a huge fan. The only real negative is that I’ve yet to be invited on. Probably just an oversight

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drama199
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Fantastic podcast

    Back into poker having played as teenager. Love the podcast lads. Dara YouTube videos very good too. Just bough Dara first book based on satellites. Looking forward to it…..finishing Phil Gordon little green book first so I have enough poker knowledge to tackle Daras series of books. Best poker podcast having listened to numerous over last couple weeks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Finny 30
    Spain3 years ago
  • Look forward to this every week!!

    If you are casual poker fan or a high stakes crusher it doesn’t matter tune in and you won’t be disappointed by this podcast. The hosts have striked the balance perfectly with this pod, it is both informative and interesting whilst being hilarious in equal measure. David has the ability to get max value from the guests. You get an insight to their poker background whilst getting their opinion on the latest poker news, be it a trend, scandal, or even a success story and non poker related stuff li... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan (Dentistchair)
    Ireland4 years ago
  • JarLu

    I can recommend this Podcast to anyone. There's a lots of good things with not so serious approuch. This Podcast will cheer you up no matter where you are. Maybe not in funerals, if you're the one who's going down under.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PionRj
    Finland5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Excellent insights into the challenges and successes within the poker community.
A mix of serious strategy discussions and light-hearted banter.
Engaging content featuring top poker personalities.
Hosts create a fun atmosphere while tackling important issues in poker.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Lock-In 111~ Will Shillibier: 2025 Poker News In Review Show
Q: What impact will new tax laws have on American players?
Will explained how new tax regulations could lead to larger burdens for players, especially with deductions for losses now being limited, potentially affecting participation rates.
The Lock-In 111~ Will Shillibier: 2025 Poker News In Review Show
Q: Is it hypocritical for WSOP to allow deal making at certain events and not others?
Dara criticized the inconsistency in WSOP's policies on deal making and suggested it should be openly facilitated to enhance player experience.
The Lock-In 111~ Will Shillibier: 2025 Poker News In Review Show
Q: Has the poker media landscape changed much in the past years?
Will observed that the poker media changes with what brings people into the industry, noting shifts like the Twitch wave and the post-COVID resurgence in live events.
The Lock-In 111~ Will Shillibier: 2025 Poker News In Review Show
Q: Can you tell me about your new Simplify Poker course?
Dara discussed a new course that focuses on multi-way play, leveraging new capabilities from solvers like GTO Wizard while aiming to provide practical insights for recreational players.
S26E6 - Ari Engel Emmett Mullin Nick O'Hara
Q: What are some strategy dynamics in moving from No Limit to mixed games?
You must adapt to limit structures which change how you approach betting and value extraction, focusing on tournament dynamics.

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Conversations center on various aspects of poker, including strategy, community engagement, and the personal experiences of both professional and recreational players. Noteworthy topics include the evolving landscape of poker marketing, the challenges faced by women in the industry, and mental health discussions within the poker community. With a mix of humor, insightful banter, and high-profile guests, episodes often explore critical issues impacting the poker world while also showcasing individual player success stories and tournament dynamics. Listeners can expect a blend of serious discussions and lighthearted exchanges, making it appealing for both casual fans and serious players alike.

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The Chip Race launched 11 years ago and published 292 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Chip Race include:

1. Soheb Porbandarwala
2. Conor O'Driscoll
3. Will Shillibier
4. Rob Gardner
5. Danny Tang
6. Jon Pardy
7. Matt Staples
8. Jen Shahade

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