Podcast ep23: Sam Greenwood / Curiosity Is the Edge

Sam Greenwood joins Daniel Dvoress for a deep conversation on curiosity, independent thinking, and the mental framework behind elite poker performance. They trace his path from early Sit & Gos to modern high stakes, exploring how curiosity drives sustained learning, why study should stay fun, and how to build a C-game that holds up under pressure. Greenwood reflects on Toronto’s poker roots, writing as a tool for self-awareness, and the importance of understanding rather than memorizing. The discussion ends with reflections on longevity, fundamentals, and what it really means to keep poker interesting.

For more of Sam’s thoughts on poker and the learning process, visit his Substack. He writes about curiosity, study habits, and how to think independently in and out of the game. Check it out at https://www.puntoftheday.com/

Timestamps

00:00:00 Introduction
00:02:05 How Sam Got Into Poker
00:10:00 The Evolution of Poker Player Types
00:17:51 Reconciling Hobbies with Poker Study
00:23:07 The Toronto Poker Boom & Sam's Big Break
00:33:20 Biggest Confrontations: The Monaco Collusion Accusation
00:42:48 Why Sam Plays Less Online
00:50:07 Starting the "Punt of the Day" Substack
01:04:55 Hand 1: ATo vs. Ike (2021)
01:15:12 A Pro's "Real" ROI & The Value of Study
01:26:28 Game: The Better Greenwood
01:32:42 Thoughts on Triton's "No Phone" Rule
01:38:36 Biggest Mistakes Students Make With Solvers
01:45:25 Top 3 Poker Stops & Restaurants
01:54:22 Hand 2: The 2017 K9o "No Equity" Bluff
02:17:31 Is Mindset & Meditation Overvalued?
02:23:37 Drawing the Line: When is it "Just a Flip"?
02:37:50 Sam's Three Recommendations