ShinnyPoker talks to JP McCann about the Irish Open

On the fence about the Irish Open this year? Find out more about the popular festival from the event's co-owner JP McCann.

With all the hype about the Irish Open vs the WSOPE this Spring, our friend ShinnyPoker is making the case for the Emerald Isle. 

Fresh from his interview with former Irish Open champion Steve O'Dwyer, he now sits down with the event's co-owner JP McCann. 

The two sat down for a long chat about the event, which is currently sponsored by PokerStars and PaddyPower, who are sending over a thousand online qualifiers later this month. 

History, formats and the Craic Den

They had a wide-ranging discussion about the history of the festival and the recent international growth of the tournament. 

This includes lots of niche events like the Old Dogs and Young Pups tournament, the Triathlon and the exclusive tournaments for the Deaf Poker Community. 

And naturally they discuss the infamous Craic Den, where the real fun happens away from the tables (and if you want a free pint at the event, watch till the end):