Best Chess Tournament Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 108: Checkmate Confessions: The Harsh Realities I Learned from Chess Tournaments 32:01

23h ago32:01

32:01

This week, Neal shares some tips, tricks, and harsh realities he learned from playing in chess tournaments over the years. 📧 If you have a question or topic idea for a future episode, e-mail us at info@thechessangle.com. 🎯 Our Links: Website Twitter (X) YouTube Patreon Buy Me a CoffeeBy Long Island Chess Club

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129 Tips for Teaching Math, Pros and Cons of Co-ops, Chess Tournament 26:18

7d ago26:18

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Homeschool News: Important updates for the conference: How to get free registration, chess tournament, & where to stay. Homeschool Conversations: Kathryn (Bell) Gomes - math author for Apologia and featured speaker at Thrive! Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Should I participate in a co-op? What are the pros and cons?…

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Bonus Pod- FIDE Candidates Round 10 Breakdown (Part 2)- GM Jan Timman on the tournament so far. 29:28

20d ago29:28

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It is always an honor to hear 9-time Dutch Champion and former “best of the west” standout, GM Jan Timman discuss elite chess. In this interview he shares his thoughts on the 2024 FIDE Candidates. Topics include: Who he favored going in Who he favors now Why the opening surprises? His thoughts on Firouzja’s disappointing performance His next book 0…

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130 Preparing Teens to Engage the Culture, Sometimes Co-ops Are Not Best, Trades Fair 25:55

3h ago25:55

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Homeschool News: Exciting opportunities at Thrive! Homeschool Conversations: Matthew speaks with Steve Noble, featured speaker and host of The Steve Noble Show, a syndicated Christian talk radio show. Steve will be a featured speaker at Thrive! 2024. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Why you shouldn’t make a co-op your primary schooling for your little…

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Wolfpack Live - S3 EP 18 - Sports Edition - May 5, 2024 19:05

4d ago19:05

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HOSTS: Mr. Cooper and Maxwell Gregor TECH: Paul Sabol Wilkes-Barre Area SD - We Are OneBy Wilkes-Barre Area School District

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What Happened At The CANDIDATES? Fabiano's Highlights 1:55:24

4d ago1:55:24

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Ep. 107: Check, Mate, Cheat: Unveiling the Dark Side of Chess Tournament Shenanigans 54:34

8d ago54:34

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This week, Neal puts on his tournament director hat to discuss rule violation scenarios using real examples from amateur chess tournaments. We also include common mishaps and misunderstandings at the club level regarding rules and procedures. Amateur players of all levels should find this episode both informative and entertaining! Special thanks to…

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EP 380- FIDE Candidates Wrap Up with GM Erwin L'Ami: Gukesh Ascends as Caruana Suffers a Heartbreaking Setback 1:17:06

9d ago1:17:06

1:17:06

We are back for one more 2024 FIDE Candidates reflection as we start to take stock of a historic tournament. Joining me (again) to discuss it is renowned trainer, opening theoretician, Chessable author, and 2022 Dutch National Champion, GM Erwin Lami. Erwin has frequently collaborated with GM Anish Giri, and he was on the World Championship prepara…

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Grandmaster Tips For Beginners! 1:50:26

10d ago1:50:26

1:50:26

I interviewed the chess sharks for tips and tricks for beginners and intermediate players. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chessknowledgewithh1/message

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Anthony Curtis on Tournament Strategy and the Infamous MGM Hack | BJA126 43:24

11d ago43:24

43:24

Today Colin is talking with Anthony Curtis, a former professional card counter and Blackjack tournament expert who founded the Las Vegas Advisor and Huntington Press. Anthony discusses his gambling success and his inclusion in the Blackjack Hall of Fame. We also discuss the MGM hack, where Anthony was interviewed by "60 Minutes". The discussion del…

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EP 379- IM Renier Castellanos on How he Earned the GM Title at Age 41. 1:16:46

13d ago1:16:46

1:16:46

41-year-old IM Renier Castellanos had all but given up on earning the Grandmaster title. His life was getting busier, and after 2 potential GM norms were not ratified by FIDE, he felt like it just wasn’t meant to be. But his friends and Killer Chess Training co-workers, GM Jacob Aagaard and Kallia Kleisarchaki, convinced him to keep trying. It turn…

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128 Research on Socialization, Preparing Your Kids for the Culture, Online Homeschooling? 34:02

14d ago34:02

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Homeschool News: We share more research on socialization. Homeschool Conversations: Matthew talks with Wil and Meeke Addison, founders of Straight Edge Ministries and Culture Proof. Featured speakers at Thrive! Wisdom from the Word: Does God promise to help us raise and homeschool our kids? Homeschool Helps with Amanda: In this episode, Amanda answ…

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Ep. 106: GM Max Illingworth on Adult Chess Improvement, Why YouTube Videos May Not Help, "Potholes & Detours" on the road to 1600, "Unlearning" Chess, & More 57:50

15d ago57:50

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This week's guest is Australian Grandmaster Max Illingworth. Max is a coach, author, and blogger who has lots of experience working with adult chess improvers and a sincere interest in helping them get better. His chess.com blog is instruction rich and formed the basis of our conversation. Max shared his thoughts on why many adult players have trou…

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Bonus Pod- FIDE Candidates Round 12 Breakdown (Part 2)- FM Mike Klein on the Player’s Mindsets, Historical Context, and the Alireza Shoe Controversy 31:26

17d ago31:26

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For the final FIDE Candidates bonus pod, award-winning Chess.com journalist, FM Mike Klein joins me from Toronto. We cover topics including the atmosphere in the playing hall, the presence of seconds and family members of the players, what to expect in rounds 13 and 14, and Mike provides his perspective on the controversy surrounding GM Alireza Fir…

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Bonus Pod- FIDE Candidates Round 12 Breakdown (Part 1)- An Epic Finish Awaits, as Naka, Nepo and Gukesh are Tied! 27:30

17d ago27:30

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As we enter the final rest day, The FIDE Candidates tournament is set up for maximum drama with a three-way tie for first place and two rounds remaining. Joining me from Toronto to discuss it is FM Dalton Perrine. We highlight the continued trend of surprising opening choices and results, as well as the increased tension in the room as the tourname…

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EP 378- Lou Hays- Spending weekends with Fischer and Spassky, Getting to 2100 from Scratch as an Adult, Chess Publishing Then and Now 1:20:05

20d ago1:20:05

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For this week’s (non-Candidates) podcast I am honored to be joined by Lou Hays. Lou Hays is a businessman, accomplished chess author, and the founder of Hays Publishing, which published many popular books beginning in the 1990s. Lou also is an accomplished amateur player, who began tournament chess in his 20s and made it up to near master level. Lo…

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Bonus Pod- FIDE Candidates Round 10 Breakdown (Part 1)- Nepo and Gukesh lead Narrowly as Naka and Fabi are in Pursuit 13:00

20d ago13:00

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Heading into the penultimate rest day, I provide a quick rundown of the standings and key stories of a closely contested and entertaining FIDE Candidates. Plus I briefly share my thoughts on the drama surrounding GM Alireza Firouzja's noisy shoes. Watch this feed for part 2, which will feature an interview about the Candidates with legendary former…

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127 Getting Your Home in Order with Vicki Bentley, Homeschooling When Life Is Hard 23:39

21d ago23:39

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Homeschool News: Thrive! and all it has to offer for kids and teens. Homeschool Conversations: Matthew has a conversation with Vicki Bentley of HSLDA. Get a preview of the workshops she will have at Thrive! this May. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Homeschooling when life is hard

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Ep. 105 (S7 Premiere): Declutter Your Chess Study Plan 35:10

22d ago35:10

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Welcome to Season 7! As a reminder, you can become a Patreon member of The Chess Angle. For just $2 a month, you can support the show while receiving a few perks including access to a members-only blog, Neal's personal episode notes/outlines, priority consideration for questions/topic suggestions, and early access to select episodes. If you're inte…

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Bonus Pod- FIDE Candidates Round 7 Breakdown (Part 2)- GM Daniel King on the Tournament So Far 1:10:35

24d ago1:10:35

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We are back for with an in-depth breakdown of the first half of the FIDE Candidates. I am honored to be joined by commentator, author, Chessable author and Excellent YouTuber, GM Daniel King to discuss all that has transpired so far. What makes Nepo so good in these tournaments? Does Fabi have another gear? What has surprised Daniel the most? Tune …

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Bonus Pod- FIDE Candidates Round 7 Breakdown (Part 1)- Nepo and Tan Zhongyi Lead after a Dramatic First Half of the Tournament 11:42

24d ago11:42

11:42

We are at the halfway point of a wildly entertaining 2024 FIDE Candidates! Ian Nepomniathchi continues to lead the Open Section, while Tan Zhongyi is in front in the Women’s Candidates This is the first part of what will be 2 podcasts discussing the tournament through 7 rounds. In this solo pod, I briefly run through the standings, upcoming pairing…

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From Competitive Chess to Blackjack Pro w/ Deepgritz | BJA125 1:01:11

26d ago1:01:11

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In today's episode, Joe748 goes solo with Deepgritz, a Blackjack Apprenticeship member who began playing blackjack full-time after attending a bootcamp in April '21. They discuss transitioning into the blackjack world post-retirement, exploring Deepgritz's journey from his first casino visit to becoming a professional blackjack player. They highlig…

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EP 377- NM Dan Heisman and NM Laura Smith. Two Accomplished Trainers on Capturing, Counting, and other Chess Concepts To Know 51:58

27d ago51:58

51:58

For this week’s regular edition, (no FIDE Candidates talk) of Perpetual Chess, we are honored to be joined by two highly respected trainers and Chessable Authors. NM Dan Heisman is an engineer, turned author, YouTuber and trainer, who is particularly insightful regarding topics of adult chess improvement. I am a particular fan of his book, A Guide …

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Bonus Pod- FIDE Candidates First 4 Round Breakdown. Nepo leads (As usual). Plus a Fan's Toronto Trip Report 39:02

29d ago39:02

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The 2024 FIDE Candidates tournament is off and running with some entertaining chess and plenty of surprises. (Although perhaps the identities of the leaders in the Open and Women’s sections aren’t as surprising.) I have been riveted by this tournament and am hoping to provide audio analysis and perspective from different guests on each rest day. In…

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126 Early Days of NCHE, What About IEPs?, Special Gatherings at the Conference 20:40

28d ago20:40

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Homeschool News: We tell you how to connect with others at the Thrive! Conference and let you know how to get the latest issue of GREENHOUSE magazine. www.nche.com/thrive/regional-gatherings/ www.nche.com/thrive/special-gatherings/ Homeschool Conversations: Matthew speaks with another one of our NC homeschool pioneers, Susan Van Dyke, about the ear…

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37: a conversation with Maya Marlette, chess thief 55:38

1M ago55:38

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JJ and Julia interview Maya Marlette, a student of JJ's with a really cool chess backstory and an even cooler day job. Buy our really good merch Tell us you love us by following us on twitter Show us you love us by giving us some money Listen to Maya's podcast, Twilight PhaseBy JJ Lang, Julia Rios

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Wolfpack Live - S3 E17 - Boys Varsity Volleyball 🏐 - April 2, 2024 23:16

1M ago23:16

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Coach Nguyen stops by Wolfpack Live to talk about this year's strong start to the boys' volleyball season. HOSTS: Mr. Cooper SPECIAL GUESTS: Coach Nguyen, Jordany Rodriguez, Vincent Garrett, and Joaquin Prado TECH: Paul Sabol Wilkes-Barre Area SD - We Are OneBy Wilkes-Barre Area School District

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EP 376- Adult Improver Jordan Groff on What it Takes to Make Master in 2024 1:00:43

1M ago1:00:43

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The Adult Improver Series returns this week, with a guest who has improved his chess rapidly. Jordan Groff is a 24 year old Connecticut-based chess instructor who was recommended as a guest to me by GM Eugene Perelshteyn. Jordan resumed chess in 2018 after some years away, and has gone from 1864 to more than 2260 in about the last few years. During…

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[Reboradcast] Author of “The Blackjack Insiders” Andy Uyal | BJA055 53:37

1M ago53:37

53:37

We revisit the vault from July 2019 with Andy Uyal, author of ‘The Blackjack Insiders: How Two Pit Bosses Beat the Casinos at Their Own Game.’ In this interview, we'll delve into the dynamics of having a partner for navigating the highs of big wins and the lows of harsh losing streaks, examine the mutual superstitions held by casinos and gamblers a…

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125 Testing Season, Todd Wilson on Gender and Being Real 30:49

1M ago30:49

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Homeschool News: We discuss a case against homeschool parents in Texas and tell you about our teen activities at the Thrive! Conference. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to part of a conversation Matthew had with Todd Wilson, who will be a featured speaker at the Thrive! Conference this year. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda talks about test…

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The First Chess Content Creator On YouTube! 35:11

1M ago35:11

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I interviewed Kingcrusher about his life, chess advice, and experience creating content on social media. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chessknowledgewithh1/message

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EP 375- FIDE Candidates Mega Preview with GM Rafael Leitão, Chess by the Numbers, and On the Queenside 2:02:23

1M ago2:02:23

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The FIDE Candidates Tournament begins on April 4 in Toronto, Canada, and I could not be more excited to see who gets to challenge for the FIDE World Championship. As is tradition on Perpetual Chess, we have a few great guests joining to help discuss the action. First up is 7-time Brazilian champion & Correspondence GM, Rafael Leitão. In addition to…

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124 Study on Socialization, How Our Homeschool Law Began, Homeschooling Multiple Ages 26:13

1M ago26:13

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Homeschool News: We tell you about a study done on homeschool socialization and give you some information about the Thrive! Homeschool Conference. Homeschool Conversations: We continue our conversation with Spencer and Debbie Mason about the history of homeschooling in NC. Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda completes her series on homeschooling d…

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Ep. 104 (S6 Finale): Ten Ways to Lose a Chess Game 35:21

1M ago35:21

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This episode is our Season 6 finale. We'll be taking a short break and will return with Season 7 on April 14, 2024. This week, we discuss ten common reasons why players at the club level lose games: 1 - Non-processing 2 - Rushing against odd opening moves 3 - Neglecting development/premature attacks 4 - Misplaying castling 5 - Rook posing 6 - Too m…

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36: chess therapy (no, not like that) 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

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Julia and JJ switch hats now that JJ is cured. They discuss how to find and keep motivation for chess studying when time and energy are in short supply. Buy our really good merch Tell us you love us by following us on twitter Show us you love us by giving us some moneyBy JJ Lang, Julia Rios

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Burning Questions: Bonus Q&A With ByrnenDownTheHouse | BJA122 33:04

2M ago33:04

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Bonus Episode! Joe748 chats with ByrnenDownTheHouse, who just passed the million dollar mark from full time card counting. They discuss strategies for avoiding detection, the emotional rollercoaster of gambling, and the significance of reaching financial milestones. Byrnen offers insights into the life of a card counter, touching on the balance bet…