Rebellious
Built a life doing what others said was impossible. That IS the show.
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Gambling Edutainment · The OG Guru
AGAINST ALL ODDS
"Everyone said Fold. I Raised."
Luck runs out. Experience cashes in.
25+
Years at the Table
6
Original Shows
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Stories Left to Tell
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Private Coaching
Private 1-on-1 Coaching with Kenna James
Play at a Higher Level
You've got the fundamentals. Now it's time to close the gap between the player you are and the player you know you can be. Kenna James brings 25+ years of professional poker experience directly to your game — identifying leaks, sharpening your reads, and building the mental discipline that separates competitors from champions.
Sessions are private, personal, and built around your game. One hour. One coach. No fluff.
1-on-1 Zoom Sessions
Personalized Game Analysis
25+ Years of Pro Experience
Mentorship Programs Available
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"I didn't study the game. I lived it."
— Kenna James · 25+ Years on the Felt
The OG Guru
The Guy Who Actually Did It
Twenty-five years ago, everyone said it couldn't be done. You can't make a living gambling. You can't beat the house. You can't back yourself against those odds.
Kenna James did it anyway. For 25+ years he played, coached, won, lost, and came back for more — building a life most people are too afraid to even dream about.
Now 54 — a full deck plus jokers — he's giving it all away. Every strategy, every tell, every hard-won lesson from the table, delivered with the wit of someone who's seen it all and still raised anyway.
See The Shows ↓Authentic
Real losses. Real wins. Real strategy. No script, no filter, no apology.
Educational
Every laugh lands a lesson. Every story hides a system worth knowing.
Unshakeable
Nothing rattles the OG Guru. That calm is the most powerful thing on camera.
Against All Odds · YouTube
Three Shows.
One World.
Poker strategy. Life lessons. Edutainment at the highest level.
01
The 60-Second Edge
One tip. One minute. Pure strategy. Every episode delivers a single, actionable poker insight you can take to the table today — no fluff, no filler, just edge.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE →
02
Ten Steps to Playing Better Poker!
A structured masterclass series built for players serious about leveling up. Ten proven steps — from fundamentals to advanced strategy — taught by a 25-year poker professional.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE →
03
Stack or Bust
Your hands. Your decisions. Live coaching breakdown. Submit your toughest spots and watch Kenna dissect the play — what you did, what you should have done, and why it matters.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE →
Group Coaching
Live Training in Real Time
The Against All Odds Group Coaching Session
Join a small group of serious players for a live, topic-driven coaching session with Kenna James over Zoom. Each session focuses on one specific area of the game — deep, practical, and immediately applicable at the table.
$50
Per Session
8
Seats Max
WED
Nights · Zoom
Wednesday nights. 8 seats. When they're filled, the lesson happens.
Reserve My Seat — $50 →♦
Find Your Player Type
What Kind of Player Are You?
How do you approach a high-stakes situation — at the table or in life? Pick the one that's most you.
You picked: —
One more thing.
Drop your name and email — I'll send your full breakdown plus the weekly Insider's Edge.
"Kenna helped me take control of my mind and learn how to stop spinning out of control. I've learned to approach each hand with a strategic perspective, turning seemingly random events into calculated moves. The emphasis on decision-making has not only improved my poker skills but has had a positive impact on my overall mindset and approach to challenges." —
Craig Gubert - Detroit, MI
"I wholeheartedly endorse Kenna James for coaching.
Kenna possesses an extraordinary ability to diagnose issues swiftly and provide effective solutions. His keen insight into the intricacies of the game and life itself has been invaluable to my personal and professional development.
Brian Battistone - Las Vegas, NV
Get in Touch
Let's Talk Poker!
Questions about coaching? Ready to take your game to a competitive level? Reach out directly and Kenna will get back to you personally.
