PokerNews Podcast unpacks a $2.4M hand and Oscar buzz for Sinners 2025
The latest PokerNews Podcast has dropped its 936th episode, covering some of the biggest stories in poker. Hosted from Level 9 Studio in Las Vegas, the show dives into a record-breaking $2.4 million hand, a high-profile boxing match, and major changes in the poker world. Meanwhile, the 2026 Oscars are drawing attention with a historic 16 nominations for one film—and two stars likely to attend.
The podcast, led by Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Ben Ludlow, breaks down a viral $2.4 million poker showdown between Antonio Esfandiari and Alan Keating. The trio also analyse a heated hand from High Stakes Poker featuring Sam 'Señor Tilt' Kiki, which sparked debate among fans. Another highlight is the upcoming boxing match between Daniel 'Jungleman' Cates and sports bettor 'Elf', a clash that has the poker community buzzing.
In other poker news, Jeffrey Platt has signed an exclusive deal with the World Series of Poker (WSOP). The team also interviews Andrew 'Lucky Chewy' Lichtenberger after his recent win at the PGT Kickoff Series. Additionally, the podcast introduces the PokerNews PowerStack Leaderboard for the 2026 RGPS Passport Season. However, not all updates are positive—Planet Hollywood's poker room on the Las Vegas Strip will shut its doors at the end of the month.
Beyond poker, the 2026 Oscars are making headlines. Michael B. Jordan is expected to attend the ceremony on March 15 after earning a Best Actor nomination for Sinners 2025 film (also known as Blood & Sinners), which secured a record 16 nominations. Arden Cho is also likely to appear at the event.
The PokerNews Podcast continues to deliver in-depth coverage of poker's biggest moments, from multi-million-dollar hands to industry shifts. With the Oscars approaching, the spotlight also turns to Hollywood, where Sinners 2025 film and its stars are set to dominate the conversation. Both events promise high stakes—whether at the poker table or on the red carpet.
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