TV Series TILT Bad for Poker

The television series TILT, depicting poker in Las Vegas, is aptly named. It is a continuing saga of people who are unsavory, and it puts poker players in a poor light. It is unfortunate that this series comes at a time when poker is being seen as something fun and possibly rewarding if you use and employ the right combination of factors.

I would like to see an article of "condemnation" regarding the hurt that this series is inflicting on the poker community. It is in it's essence not good for poker.

After viewing this series, many persons who have just learned the game either online or by reading poker books will be afraid to go to Vegas to participate in the fun of tournament or live play.

I certainly think that a program that shows players conspiring with management is not representative at all of the wonderful poker rooms around the country, from those in Indian casinos to those in Las Vegas casinos.

If people are used to winning either at home or online and they go to a poker room, they will never be convinced that they are getting a square gamble. This to me is totally unacceptable.

- Perry Green