Ep. 167: The Casuals Strike Back: How to Beat Chess Diehards
They study eight hours a day - you study between work meetings and bedtime. They've memorized the entire Najdorf - you've memorized your kids' soccer schedule. In this episode, we talk about how to ta...
12 Okt 202534min
Ep. 166: The Busy Adult's Guide to Chess Success
Early release! This week we share some thoughts on chess improvement while "adulting." Referenced: Ep. 25: Chess Club Stories (First segment: LICC origin story) Ep. 76: Decision Fatigue and Brain Fog...
4 Okt 202544min
Ep. 165: Why I (Probably) Will Never Play in a Weekend Tournament Ever Again
This week we discuss the dark side of weekend chess tournaments in the US. 📧 If you have a question, comment, or topic idea for a future episode, e-mail us at info@thechessangle.com. 🎯 Our Links: ...
28 Sep 202558min
Ep. 164: Why Is My 900-Rated Opponent Playing Like a Master?
So your opponent is rated "only" 900 or "only" 1200 but is playing extremely well. He's not hanging anything or falling victim to tactical traps and is also demonstrating a working knowledge of positi...
21 Sep 202543min
Ep. 163: Adult Chess Improvement & Content Creation From a Gen-Z Perspective feat. Anthony Arena
This week's episode features Anthony Arena, a 27-year-old data analyst, amateur player, content creator, and Long Island Chess Club regular. Our conversation focused on chess improvement in the digita...
14 Sep 202543min
Ep. 162: Chess Burnout, Defending Against the London, Flagging Your Opponent & More (Listener Mailbag Exclusive)
Our summer hiatus is over and the pod is back! In this Listener Mailbag exclusive we dive into a number of chess improvement topics. 📧 If you have a question, comment, or topic idea for a future epis...
7 Sep 202557min
Ep. 161: Resetting the Board (Back in the Fall)
The Chess Angle will be taking a break for the remainder of the summer. I realized I needed more time to recharge after Season 9, and this pause will allow me to refocus and come back stronger. Thanks...
22 Jul 20251min
Ep. 160: "Old Man" Chess: The Slow, Boring Way to Win More Games
This week's show begins with some Listener Mailbag questions about opening choices. We then discuss the concept of "Old Man" Chess, which emphasizes a safe, ultra-solid, and risk-averse playing style ...
20 Jul 202538min
