"He Put A Gun In My Mouth, Then Beat Me Up!" - Molly Bloom (Molly's Game)
- Aug 17, 2023
- 1:34:29
- Full Episode
A crazy story...with a dark, unbelievable, ending. Welcome to Molly's game.
00:00 Intro 02:01 The Pressure to Be a High-Achiever 04:55 I Was Chasing Glory 06:16 Finding My Way in LA 07:33 Becoming the PA of the Biggest Poker Game Organiser 10:01 Entering the Poker World & Its Secrets 12:18 The Psychological Strategy Behind Your Success 17:41 Playing the Manipulation Game 19:55 Running the World's Most Exclusive Poker Nights 24:47 He Wanted My Money Or Would Take My Poker Nights from Me 28:54 Do You Resent Him? 31:42 Taking Over the Poker Scene in NY 36:18 Someone Lost $100 Million, & It All Started a Bad Spiral... 42:41 I Compromised My Integrity 44:37 The Downfall: The Crashing Impact on My Health & Relationships 48:14 The Italian Mafia Put a Gun in My Mouth 54:53 The Terrifying Moment When the FBI Came After Me 58:25 Facing 10 Years in Prison 01:03:00 They Offered to Give Me Money if I Snitched 01:08:44 What Did You Learn from This Experience? 01:11:55 How My Story Became a Hollywood Success 01:20:37 Going Through IVF 9 Times 01:24:04 What's Your Advice for Being Successful? 01:27:54 What Are You Proud Of? 01:29:37 Last Guest’s Question
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Brief Summary
Molly Bloom recounts her rise in underground poker, FBI arrest, and journey to recovery and integrity.
Key points
- The FBI Ultimatum. Molly faces a life-changing decision when the FBI offers her millions to snitch.
- The First Poker Game. Molly's first poker game leads to unexpected success and a lucrative opportunity.
- The Power of Listening. Molly discovers the competitive advantage of truly listening to others.
- The Offer. Dan Bilzerian offers to cap earnings in exchange for keeping the game.
- Devastation of Loss. Losing the game leads to feelings of despair and uncertainty about the future.
- The Mafia Encounter. A terrifying confrontation with organized crime changes everything.
Episode highlights
- The FBI UltimatumMolly faces a life-changing decision when the FBI offers her millions to snitch.“They were going to give you millions if you snitched on the players in the game.”1:22Aug 17, 2023
- The First Poker GameMolly's first poker game leads to unexpected success and a lucrative opportunity.“I remember making three thousand dollars for refilling some drinks.”11:00Aug 17, 2023
- The Power of ListeningMolly discovers the competitive advantage of truly listening to others.“To truly understand someone, you simply have to listen.”16:39Aug 17, 2023
- The OfferDan Bilzerian offers to cap earnings in exchange for keeping the game.“You're making too much money, I'll let you keep the game.”28:11Aug 17, 2023
- Devastation of LossLosing the game leads to feelings of despair and uncertainty about the future.“I was devastated.”31:05Aug 17, 2023
- The Mafia EncounterA terrifying confrontation with organized crime changes everything.“He put a gun in my mouth which is something that you just never forget.”50:37Aug 17, 2023
- The FBI is HereMolly receives a terrifying call that the FBI is looking for her, signaling a major turning point in her life.“I want my mom and I want my dad.”55:09Aug 17, 2023
- Facing the IndictmentMolly is arrested and faces serious charges, realizing the gravity of her situation.“I'm looking at real time in prison.”59:28Aug 17, 2023
