Martial Arts, Millions, and Madness

Inside Jungleman’s Poker Journey

Author

Art Parmann
January 25, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes

There are poker players, and then there’s Daniel “Jungleman” Cates. He’s the kind of guy who loses $500,000 in two days, picks himself up, and turns that failure into fuel for even bigger wins. That’s not all—he’s learning martial arts in China, building an empire in the Jungleverse, and dropping knowledge bombs about life, poker, and success.

Every week, we sit down with someone who’s redefined what’s possible in poker. But this isn’t about hand histories or boring charts. It’s about the human stories—the chaos, the hustle, and the insane risks that make poker the most fascinating game on Earth.

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Episode 62 - Dan “Jungleman” Cates

If you scam…he’ll whoop your ass

This week’s guest is a living legend. Jungleman is known for his fearless play, wild bankroll swings (and life), and now, his ambitious plans to reinvent the poker world with the Jungleverse.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • The brutal truth about losing half a million and half of the bankroll in 2 days (and the mindset it takes to recover).

  • Why Asia is the most underrated poker market.

  • How to think like a poker entrepreneur and find untapped edges in any game.

  • The philosophy behind Jungleman’s Jungleverse—and why he’s on a mission to bring accountability to poker.

This episode is part comedy, part chaos, and 100% Jungleman.

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Cheers,

Art and Justin

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