by Michael Shapiro | Jan 8, 2016 | Blog, Gambling, Interviews, Stories, Travel
In 2012, the World Series of Poker held its most expensive tournament ever: it cost $1 million to buy into it and the top prize was more than $18 million. Antonio Esfandiari, who emigrated from Iran to the U.S. when he was a boy, finished on top and instantly became...
by Michael Shapiro | Jul 16, 2014 | Blog, Gambling, Stories
I co-write the gambling column for the SF Chronicle, and every so often I get to relate first-hand experiences while playing poker. This column documents one of the most memorable sessions, a night of utter chaos at Petaluma’s 101 Casino. Click the link above or...
