Phil Ivey - How I Became One Of The Best In The World

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  • čas přidán 13. 10. 2020
  • Phil Ivey continues his conversation with Barry Greenstein. They reminisce about the old days, including Phil's family roots, and give some insight into how he got so great at poker with fierce drive and passion for the game.

Komentáře • 523

  • @DaggerMan11
    @DaggerMan11 Před 3 lety +418

    this is the first indication I've ever seen of Phil Ivey having a personality

    • @pitchbuckets2860
      @pitchbuckets2860 Před 3 lety +41

      Right it just shows how stone cold he can be at the table.. the Goat IMO

    • @DaggerMan11
      @DaggerMan11 Před 3 lety +8

      @@pitchbuckets2860 agreed

    • @johnsonandyjohnson
      @johnsonandyjohnson Před rokem +26

      He’s bluffing 😂

    • @cwaddle
      @cwaddle Před rokem

      Probably cos hes not seriously into poker right now?

    • @JackT.B
      @JackT.B Před rokem +3

      @@cwaddle he is back now. But yeah when this video was released 2 years ago he was going through some legal troubles so took time off

  • @ryanlaconte8426
    @ryanlaconte8426 Před 3 lety +117

    I never heard Phil Ivey say swear words and dude all in the same convo ..so worth it

  • @georgeoshea9961
    @georgeoshea9961 Před rokem +101

    “If you don’t talk, you make them uncomfortable, and when they’re uncomfortable, they play worse.” He honestly lived to win. It’s why he’s the best.

    • @forgotaboutbre
      @forgotaboutbre Před 6 měsíci +1

      The opposite works too. Talking to players can make them do some dumb shit.

    • @victorpena3129
      @victorpena3129 Před 5 měsíci

      @@forgotaboutbreyea but you also distract yourself

    • @forgotaboutbre
      @forgotaboutbre Před 5 měsíci

      @@victorpena3129 You're right it definitely happens

  • @yesse3423
    @yesse3423 Před 3 lety +655

    So freaking stoked for these interviews. I feel like they’re hidden gold and us few have been chosen to get it recommended.

    • @chefpatrice1726
      @chefpatrice1726 Před 3 lety +5

      Ditto

    • @wisniewski23
      @wisniewski23 Před 3 lety +3

      Well they have uploaded them recently! Looks like old school poker is stepping back a little bit. Triton and this, pure joy content

    • @JoEnUtZ23
      @JoEnUtZ23 Před 3 lety +1

      Agreed bro

    • @weed420yee
      @weed420yee Před 3 lety +1

      CZcams has algorithms it’s nothing special to get it recommended bud

    • @russBwright
      @russBwright Před 2 lety

      Amen to that. Great comment

  • @nohalfmeasures6
    @nohalfmeasures6 Před 3 lety +62

    Ivey had the greatest intuition for the game, long before solvers and GTO.

    • @chefpatrice1726
      @chefpatrice1726 Před 3 lety

      He taps in too well...its scary but I can see how he could do it...tapped into myself...its super raw and scary to get chips pushed your way when the cards don’t matter after that flick or lack of confidence you sniff out in your opponent...its why I study more and play less...also, I haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaate losing! Yeah, no, I’m a terrible loser. ;)

  • @aoznes
    @aoznes Před 3 lety +121

    it's amazing how sincere,intimate and funny a conversation between two friends can get. It's the best interviews ever of Phil Ivey. Thank you everyone for this, especially one of the greats Barry!

  • @letsgetit2962
    @letsgetit2962 Před 3 lety +91

    These two have such a GREAT Dynamic. Its funny that they both seem so different but the back & fourth compliments each other so well...

  • @samets3622
    @samets3622 Před 3 lety +27

    Most honest interview of Ivey yet . Barry had to be a part of this .

  • @Ze.NiTH_
    @Ze.NiTH_ Před 3 lety +64

    I can listen to Ivey talk all day

  • @koslim
    @koslim Před 3 lety +25

    Two legends in the same room.. Barry is a true gentleman

  • @pokerwiz101
    @pokerwiz101 Před 3 lety +25

    You can tell they are really good friends. They are really funny together too

  • @ianhaggerty384
    @ianhaggerty384 Před 3 lety +28

    How many times have you heard the old cliche, "Poker is a game of people"? Well here's two of them 🙂 FANTASTIC conversation(s) 👏👏👏

  • @PocketTits
    @PocketTits Před 3 lety +70

    Anyone remember back on Barry's vlog on PokerRoad, where he sat behind Phil at $2000/$4000 stud at the Hustler casino? Ahh 2006.

    • @Conker187777
      @Conker187777 Před 3 lety +6

      I miss poker road so badly, was some of the funniest content I’ve ever seen

    • @taustapiru
      @taustapiru Před 3 lety

      Those were the days my friend.

    • @fracritel
      @fracritel Před 3 lety +2

      I used to watch them play there at the Hustler with Larry F

    • @michaelcatt1915
      @michaelcatt1915 Před 3 lety +2

      Loved poker road. Those weekly phone calls that annoyed phil so badly were magical as well.

    • @fracritel
      @fracritel Před 3 lety +1

      Yeah they had rules I think you had to play for a minimum of I forget if it was one hour another words no hit and runs I think you had to have a minimum of 50,000 on the table cash or chips actually I thought it was 4000 8000 but I might be wrong I didn’t get too close to the table I do remember Ivy playing obviously Larry playing a Ted forest I can’t remember the restThis was before all the television boom so at the time they were playing I didn’t know who any of the players were because they weren’t that well-known as far as television recognition goes

  • @ToxicAvengerCleanYourMind
    @ToxicAvengerCleanYourMind Před 3 lety +45

    Staying focused at the poker table at all times is so difficult. Most people, including myself will "look out the window" way more than they'd admit.

    • @jacobwalden4801
      @jacobwalden4801 Před 3 lety +9

      Yes. You cant be all loosey goosey and having a sandwich at the table

    • @battleox911
      @battleox911 Před 3 lety +3

      I totally agree with you, especially during times when you are given garbage hands

    • @LlLl-iz1ew
      @LlLl-iz1ew Před 3 lety +3

      This dude is always focused on everything including the people interviewing him I don't think he can not be focused haha

    • @themaharishi8160
      @themaharishi8160 Před 3 lety

      When I play live it's like I'm there. When I play 12 tables online my mind thinks about random shit XD

    • @wuper2270
      @wuper2270 Před 9 měsíci

      Yeah I use to drink and punt shit off cause I was bored, now that I got my ADHD under control I consistently triple up cause I catch bluffs because I'm paying attention

  • @jontuna8957
    @jontuna8957 Před 3 lety +17

    Knowing Phil in most videos to be mostly silent / less talkative, this interview indeed put a new light in my perspective towards him.
    Kudos and love the interview!

  • @shaner217
    @shaner217 Před 3 lety +1

    This series has been such a treat.

  • @johnmurray1682
    @johnmurray1682 Před 3 lety +6

    The GOAT. Nice to see he actually has a personality

  • @aaronsoto4622
    @aaronsoto4622 Před 11 měsíci +8

    This is an absolutely incredible interview. Two absolute legends of the game having just a deep conversation. Love it!

  • @johnnyhartley4330
    @johnnyhartley4330 Před 3 lety +3

    A great interview, thanks to Barry and Phil for sharing this conversation with us.

  • @CardplayerLifestyle
    @CardplayerLifestyle Před 3 lety +28

    Can't love this conversation enough! Thank you Barry and Phil for making this happen, and Poker King for capturing it for us fans!

    • @RGY33
      @RGY33 Před 11 měsíci

      I swear Barry looks like the younger Barry in undercover old makeup

  • @pocketqqueens
    @pocketqqueens Před 3 lety +2

    I love hearing from these two legends. 😊

  • @fraa888grindr6
    @fraa888grindr6 Před 2 lety +1

    Two of my favorites together. This is like Christmas morning.

  • @masteringcriticalthinking01

    This is an awesome interview. Hard work, an eternal student mentality and concentration at the tables does pay off!

  • @andreescudraghicieugen109
    @andreescudraghicieugen109 Před 3 lety +13

    Phil Ivey - One of the greatest guys I ever meet in my life. Much RESPECT!

  • @RPJCleaning
    @RPJCleaning Před 3 lety +8

    I miss Phil Ivey being on TV!

  • @jacobbuley3414
    @jacobbuley3414 Před 3 lety +8

    Ivey was Inspirational, I hope the Borgata deal was favorable for him.

  • @samvalentine4691
    @samvalentine4691 Před 3 lety +11

    Funny these are being posted cause I just finished watching the Barry G pod with Joey and he was talking about Phil. Very cool to see Phil open to the public more, it's great for the game!

  • @ChrisTopher-vs9zz
    @ChrisTopher-vs9zz Před rokem +2

    great interview! thanks Barry!

  • @MichaelShellGLPA
    @MichaelShellGLPA Před 3 lety

    Amazing interview. So real. Thanks men.

  • @charlesjue4962
    @charlesjue4962 Před 3 lety +4

    Phil Ivey is a Genius. He competitive nature and intensity reminds me of Jordan. The Michael Jordan. Phil Ivey's mannerisms are exactly like Wilson Fisk's from Marvel's DAREDEVIL

  • @investorbettor505
    @investorbettor505 Před 10 měsíci +1

    This is a very informative conversation! His mindset and disposition makes a lot of sense in hindsight

  • @matthewyartin9411
    @matthewyartin9411 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks guys, that was awesome.

  • @johnny-sx7uc
    @johnny-sx7uc Před 3 lety +1

    awesome interview. great back and forth. a pleasure

  • @calmdownandwakeup9352
    @calmdownandwakeup9352 Před 3 lety

    This series is very fun to watch.

  • @lolplace7
    @lolplace7 Před 3 lety

    love barry and phil !! more interviews please !!!!!!!!

  • @brianriley2488
    @brianriley2488 Před 2 lety

    Much respect Barry and Phil. 🙏

  • @Kegs2689
    @Kegs2689 Před 3 lety +2

    Really enjoyed this interview. Cool seeing the sensei interview the apprentice turned MASTER

  • @djrandyification
    @djrandyification Před 11 měsíci

    Two great guys! Would love to see more.

  • @baustin2402
    @baustin2402 Před 3 lety +1

    Wow... I don't know how I got here but, I'm here!!! And I'm loving it. 😁

  • @kfeldinAZ
    @kfeldinAZ Před 10 měsíci +1

    Phil and Barry…awesome!

  • @viewmaster617
    @viewmaster617 Před 2 lety +2

    This is pure GOLD I think this is the first time I ever heard Phil Ivey cuss like that priceless🤣

  • @81i2b49cj
    @81i2b49cj Před 3 lety +13

    Are there more interviews where Phil is this relaxed? Love it

  • @mahdijaffer2847
    @mahdijaffer2847 Před 3 lety +1

    I used to watch so many poker vids between 2015/16 at uni - now its like both me and youtube poker have matured into adulthood

  • @lstruggy
    @lstruggy Před 3 lety

    This PI interview is so awesome ty PK! 👍🏽

  • @Coachesser
    @Coachesser Před 11 měsíci

    Remembering the trips down the parkway to Billy’sPokerRoom to play seven stud. Great to see you back playing again.

  • @professor4444
    @professor4444 Před 3 lety

    great to see phil at ease being interviewed

  • @johnniebarker7629
    @johnniebarker7629 Před 3 lety

    What a treat ....two fine men great poker players thanks

  • @Allin4x
    @Allin4x Před 3 lety +2

    Man I love Phil & Berry

  • @AnthonyMartinez-jg8lo
    @AnthonyMartinez-jg8lo Před 3 lety +1

    The first time I saw phil ivey play was season 6 of high stakes poker. He dominated all the pros.

  • @HappyTofu2424
    @HappyTofu2424 Před 3 lety +10

    Ivey is so funny and so smart. Wish he did more interviews

  • @brianjoyce9040
    @brianjoyce9040 Před 3 lety

    Nice talk I liked that after all these years

  • @Stock-eu4on
    @Stock-eu4on Před 3 lety +1

    He certainly works very hard mentally as what the others seemly labor for is merely a habit to him. That is hard work!

  • @r0b0f1sh3
    @r0b0f1sh3 Před 3 lety +4

    I need a sitcom with these two as roommates.

  • @JackMott
    @JackMott Před rokem +1

    you can see his eyes when he plays poker, looking all over, darting around watching everything

  • @glazed420
    @glazed420 Před 3 lety +1

    I am so happy Phil is a free bird again! Fly Ivey! love you :)

  • @libertyforamericanow
    @libertyforamericanow Před 2 lety

    Really like these interviews

  • @407X
    @407X Před 3 lety

    Where has Poker King been all this time? Instant follow! Phil Ivey is rare talent and very interesting. I want to hear everything he has to say.

  • @samtraygis1337
    @samtraygis1337 Před 3 lety

    Love these! Now only If my local poker rooms would open back up

  • @damitzdesign
    @damitzdesign Před 3 lety +3

    Wow, it's been awhile since I saw Barry.... He got old, but he's still a legend!!! Two legends talking about life and poker...

    • @halcyonataractic8623
      @halcyonataractic8623 Před 3 lety +1

      Everyone gets old.

    • @seankiesling2054
      @seankiesling2054 Před 3 lety +1

      Even back in the HSP days he dyed his hair and beard... i just think he's embraced aging now

    • @billj4525
      @billj4525 Před rokem

      Yeah, Barry has gotten older. I use to watch him on high stakes poker back in the day and didn't see him much between now and then. Barry in his 60's or 70's now? I hope he's doing well and enjoying his life overall, same for Phil, and same for everyone on here too.

  • @grannypoppop
    @grannypoppop Před 3 lety

    I love live live Phil..amazing interview #phillipaIvey

  • @georonimohey1250
    @georonimohey1250 Před 3 lety +17

    "one of the best" he was truly THE BEST and in my eyes the greatest of all time.

  • @paulthompson8642
    @paulthompson8642 Před 3 lety +1

    Classic video thanks

  • @luke_3_113
    @luke_3_113 Před 2 lety +1

    Great poker player, being interviewed by another. Good stuff and both more class than some younger guys

  • @abanger
    @abanger Před 3 lety +3

    "Everyone was against me playing poker in my entire family ... The only one who was for me playing was my grandfather ... He would say, 'I know that if I told you not to do it, it'll make you want to do it even more, so I'm just going to go ahead and support it' ... The more people told me I couldn't do it, the more I just wanted to prove them wrong. It was almost like I had to do it."

  • @kaleemullahnizamani7436
    @kaleemullahnizamani7436 Před 3 lety +15

    Ivey the best of all time

  • @edg3576
    @edg3576 Před 3 lety +45

    I always felt like Ivey and Dwan had an x-factor and presence at the tables that most other players didn't have when they were in their prime. They made other pros uncomfortable and were in their own tier.

  • @thaxbest2180
    @thaxbest2180 Před 6 měsíci

    My hero! Iveys a literal genius

  • @JTNugget
    @JTNugget Před 3 lety

    I always believed in Ivey. Been my favorite player since day 1.

  • @marctwainson2419
    @marctwainson2419 Před 3 lety +2

    keep up the good work!

  • @0ptimal
    @0ptimal Před 2 lety

    Cool to see this side of Ivey. Never really knew it.

  • @salvatoresapia5654
    @salvatoresapia5654 Před 3 lety +130

    Maybe some people don’t know this but Barry is one of if not his closest friend

    • @alisa6404
      @alisa6404 Před 3 lety +3

      Thx lol😁

    • @chefpatrice1726
      @chefpatrice1726 Před 3 lety +1

      He and Daniel N...Phil is the best.

    • @rc5989
      @rc5989 Před 3 lety

      Ivey would have always been great, but Barry helped him also.

    • @salvatoresapia5654
      @salvatoresapia5654 Před 3 lety

      J Rose there are a lot of people who want to be associated with greatness

    • @maveluck
      @maveluck Před 3 lety

      @@Victoriaaaaaaa using f word

  • @WayneChiangPoker
    @WayneChiangPoker Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome! BG and PI!

  • @idrinkyourmilkshake2651
    @idrinkyourmilkshake2651 Před 3 lety +9

    Cool cool humans, thanx legends.

  • @garygwinn5818
    @garygwinn5818 Před měsícem

    Barry Greenstein is Iconic, these 2 are great friends

  • @adamcinematic9499
    @adamcinematic9499 Před 3 lety

    Great video with great people

  • @adamquinn4677
    @adamquinn4677 Před 3 lety

    Nice down to earth video awesome insight phil that was a great interview seems like you have a good perspective hope to play at a table with you one day

  • @creepystack1090
    @creepystack1090 Před 3 lety

    couple of legends shooting the shiz, I love it !

  • @nftguyna1772
    @nftguyna1772 Před rokem

    I don't chase joy. I just am joy. I find people around me constantly. I simply connect with as most people as possible in shed light always in conversations. Chasing joy how he talks can lead suckers chasing down their bank account to zero

  • @sohrabtino
    @sohrabtino Před 3 lety +3

    That was awesome morer

  • @nutloaf
    @nutloaf Před 2 lety +1

    It's nice to see Phil so animated.

  • @timtima724
    @timtima724 Před 3 lety

    yes some new ivey content!

  • @ununseptium7961
    @ununseptium7961 Před 3 lety

    Can we please get another 25k of these videos with Phil?

  • @mkleinschmidt39
    @mkleinschmidt39 Před 2 lety

    This video is 100% awesome.

  • @1chance4life76
    @1chance4life76 Před 3 lety +1

    first time i heard Ivey drop the F BOMB..he makes is sound awesome lol

  • @sm7baller435
    @sm7baller435 Před 2 lety +1

    Greenstein is brilliant at these interview things

  • @mikesylvan
    @mikesylvan Před 3 lety

    great interview.

  • @melstone8590
    @melstone8590 Před 11 měsíci

    omfg that was incredible. Thanks so much for this :-)

  • @magnolialee4288
    @magnolialee4288 Před 3 lety

    ♥️ Good ol days of poker in the early 2000’s

  • @MichaelShellGLPA
    @MichaelShellGLPA Před 3 lety +5

    Phil Ivy's attitude and strive for success is so similar to that of Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan....

    • @brianmorris4060
      @brianmorris4060 Před 3 lety

      Neither are or were at Jordan level lol thats impossible

  • @KBonilla
    @KBonilla Před 3 lety

    Phil Ivey always keeps you guessing

  • @imp0rtt
    @imp0rtt Před 3 lety

    Please do more of these videos

  • @scotts6702
    @scotts6702 Před 3 lety

    good one, enjoyed this

  • @ianpsaras6379
    @ianpsaras6379 Před 3 lety

    Please keep doing these

  • @derekjwalls
    @derekjwalls Před 3 lety +24

    He's a laser focused perfectionist plain and simple... once money is involved its over 😫🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @atFullStrength
    @atFullStrength Před 3 lety

    Ivey, like many others, has the personality/problem of it is never enough. I am am one.

  • @dustinjay3743
    @dustinjay3743 Před 3 lety +3

    Barry Greenstein! I loved watching him play High Stakes on tv way back, he was awesome. Also, loved watching Sammie Farha. Phil was always the most feared player at the table since day one and he's probably still the most feared. Much respect to the dinosaurs of poker!

  • @davistong
    @davistong Před 3 lety

    thanks for this

  • @lance.da.legend9837
    @lance.da.legend9837 Před 3 lety

    Dam never knew about these interviews...a pokers players dream

  • @mgw210
    @mgw210 Před 3 lety +1

    Do you put the entire interview in one clip? If not, please do. I understand perceived attention spans but you can always split them up for others..... You guys are awesome!!

  • @ianpsaras6379
    @ianpsaras6379 Před 3 lety

    Fantastic video