Jason Mo - Ask Me Anything Official Thread

Posted 8 years agoEdited 8 years ago

Hi guys, real pleasure to introduce our latest AMA victim: Jason 'carrycakes' Mo.

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Jason is well known for his online high stakes heads up battles, stern views on the poker world and never being shy on expressing his views which you can follow on twitter: cuntycakes123.

Also being part of the 'evil empire' crew which includes Doug 'WCG|Rider' Polk and Ryan Fee, Jason has been around the world of high stakes staking, home games and Macau nosebleeds.

Bio:

- Played up to $200/400 online.
- Known as one of the best headsup players in the history of online poker.
- Spends most of his time between Thailand and Canada.
- Won close to $2million in live tournament earnings.
- Won untold $millions online and staking.
- Loves sushi.

Live scores include:

1st place finish APPT Seoul - $151k
2nd place WSOP $25k mixed max - $538k
2nd place WSOP $10k heads up - $229k
5th place $100k Aussie Millions - $498k

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Known for his controversial statements and views on the world of poker, Jason is one of the few remaining poker players who calls it like he see’s it so fire away at will.
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Posted 8 years ago
Hey guys, looking forward to the questions.

Looks like i will be doing some more content with PokerVIP in the future, including blog posts, videos, etc.

- Jason
Posted 8 years ago
Hi Jason.

Maybe the most obvious question: what you think made you a successful poker player? If more detailed, what mindsets and perceiving of BRM/ variance/ sessions/ volume/ education/ a-game distinguish you from less successful players?

Posted 8 years ago
Would you tweet a dick pic for $100,000?
Posted 8 years ago*
Do you really have time to study all formats of poker you play? Or do you focus on HU studying and playing, and just instincts at the rest of the formats? Maybe you do have time since you do this for a living, but how did you used to study before you did this for a living? Smile

I've been playing HUSNG and most of my time goes studying and playing this format. I can't study 6-max cash or else I would be spending too much time on both, yet mastering none.

Should I focus on one format or split my time more efficiently between these two formats? Will the skills at one cash format also improve my poker at another cash format?

Thanks for your support Smile
Posted 8 years ago
Hi Thanks for doing this, Is it still possible for someone to go from the micros to the high stakes, if so how long would it take and what would be your advice on getting there the fastest . . . Thanks(cash)
Posted 8 years ago
Top 3 most overrated players and why?
Posted 8 years ago
Do you still play HU cash game in 2016?
Some says its not worth getting into HU nowadays, what are your thoughts?
Posted 8 years ago
casadewinna: Hi Jason.

Maybe the most obvious question: what you think made you a successful poker player? If more detailed, what mindsets and perceiving of BRM/ variance/ sessions/ volume/ education/ a-game distinguish you from less successful players?



Natural cognitive ability, background in gaming, theoretical and mathematical approach to the game, good network of friends, disciplined BRM and lack of tilt or a big gambling problem.
Posted 8 years ago
killjoy1987: Would you tweet a dick pic for $100,000?


yes
Posted 8 years ago
Pokarface: Do you really have time to study all formats of poker you play? Or do you focus on HU studying and playing, and just instincts at the rest of the formats? Maybe you do have time since you do this for a living, but how did you used to study before you did this for a living? Smile

I've been playing HUSNG and most of my time goes studying and playing this format. I can't study 6-max cash or else I would be spending too much time on both, yet mastering none.

Should I focus on one format or split my time more efficiently between these two formats? Will the skills at one cash format also improve my poker at another cash format?

Thanks for your support :)


I used to focus primarily on HUNL when action was more robust, now I play more ring games, live games, mtts, etc. Not really easy to answer since i change up what i'm doing quite frequently. I would say if you are a novice at the game, pick up short stack ring games first then learn deep stack ring, then short stack and deep stack HU, your skill set should naturally progress like that anyways.
Posted 8 years ago
D1G1TALFOX: Hi Thanks for doing this, Is it still possible for someone to go from the micros to the high stakes, if so how long would it take and what would be your advice on getting there the fastest . . . Thanks(cash)


Possible? yes. Likely at all? not really You really need to study a bunch, get coaching, and mostly just run good. Rake is super high at the micros you really need to be beating it for a good clip to even consider moving up.
Posted 8 years ago
Jon-PokerVIP: Top 3 most overrated players and why?


not sure who is considered good or bad by the general public these days but there are tons of extremely weak mtt players who have it a streak of good luck and i feel are considered way better than they are by the public based on recent results alone.
Posted 8 years ago
Jon-PokerVIP: Top 3 most overrated players and why?


not sure who is considered good or bad by the general public these days but there are tons of extremely weak mtt players who have it a streak of good luck and i feel are considered way better than they are by the public based on recent results alone.
Posted 8 years ago
FloatingIce: Do you still play HU cash game in 2016?
Some says its not worth getting into HU nowadays, what are your thoughts?


Yes

HU is the most skill intensive form of poker and most regs who still play for a living are very good now. There are probably easier ways in poker to make money but HU to me is a lot more action packed and fun than any other form of poker
Posted 8 years ago
How much do you credit your relationship with God with your successes?

A. 25%
B. 50%
C. 75%
D. 100%
E. 110%
Posted 8 years ago
skunkden: How much do you credit your relationship with God with your successes?

A. 25%
B. 50%
C. 75%
D. 100%
E. 110%


F. 350%
Posted 8 years ago
If you saw an old woman's car broken down on the side of the road, would you pull over and help her?
Posted 8 years ago
klink10k:
Jon-PokerVIP: Top 3 most overrated players and why?


not sure who is considered good or bad by the general public these days but there are tons of extremely weak mtt players who have it a streak of good luck and i feel are considered way better than they are by the public based on recent results alone.


names?
Posted 8 years ago
Do you know what Tom Dwans situation is and can you tell us your thoughts on it/him?