Ep. 22: Playing vs. Studying feat. Candidate Master Brian Karen

In this episode, we explore how small, almost trivial adjustments can quietly transform your chess over time. From simple blunder checks to minor mindset shifts, these micro-tweaks often deliver more ...

7 Des 202548min

In this episode, Neal is joined by fellow amateur and LI Chess Club regular Austin Olson, a 25-year-old merchandising specialist, to break down the long-standing Lichess vs. Chess.com debate from the ...

30 Nov 202556min

This week, we continue our conversation about best practices for online chess and riff about blitz vs. rapid for the amateur player.  📧 If you have a question, comment, or topic idea for a future epi...

23 Nov 202542min

In this episode, we discuss how to play online chess in a way that actually helps your over-the-board results. Neal shares his simple, practical method for structuring online sessions so you train wit...

16 Nov 202531min

It's another listener mailbag episode! We answer your questions about adult chess improvement, balancing study with real life, and everything in between. Plus, we share a few listener comments that hi...

9 Nov 202537min

Between work, family, and everything else, who has time to learn 20 moves of opening theory? The Colle System offers a solid, low-maintenance way to get a good game every time. Learn the basic plans, ...

2 Nov 202540min

In this episode, we tackle two very different challenges for club players: the Nimzo-Indian Defense and facing those fearless, fast-moving, and sometimes poorly behaved junior opponents at tournaments...

26 Okt 202541min

You've heard the quote: "When you see a good move, look for a better one." Sounds smart - until it makes you overthink every position. In this episode, we talk about why perfectionism hurts amateur ch...

19 Okt 202544min