Ep. 19: Do Chess Puzzles Really Help?
For many players, chess study is a grey area. It's not just WHAT to study but HOW. We believe Practical Chess Exercises is one of the best puzzle books for amateur players. For online instructional c...
6 Feb 202229min
Ep. 18: Thematic Amateur Chess Mistakes
Certain chess mistakes appear in amateur games with unwavering consistency. For the best online chess experience, we recommend chess.com (affiliate link). Our links: WebsiteTwitter Facebook E-mail: in...
23 Jan 202224min
Ep. 17: Sneaky Chess Tricks, Swindles, & Head Games
Some chess players use gamesmanship to beat their opponent. Our links: WebsiteTwitter Facebook E-mail: info@thechessangle.com
9 Jan 202225min
Ep. 16: "Chess for Tigers" by Simon Webb (the best chess psychology primer)
In this episode, I discuss the modern classic "Chess for Tigers" by Simon Webb, which I believe is the best primer on chess psychology for amateur players. It is linked below along with the chess cloc...
26 Dec 202122min
Ep. 15: When It's Your Turn to Move
A discussion of the thought process before making a move. This episode is for amateur players of all levels. For the best online chess experience, we recommend chess.com (affiliate link). Our links:...
12 Dec 202130min
Ep. 14: Boosting Your Chess Rating in the Modern Era
Is the amateur chess scene more competitive than ever before? We take a look at that, and poker somehow makes its way into the discussion. Below are links to the books mentioned in this episode. These...
28 Nov 202123min
Ep. 13: Your Opponent's Rating & "Pushy" Chess Parent Anecdotes
In this two-part episode, I discuss the psychology of your opponent's rating, and then share some incidents I witnessed involving chess parents. For the best online chess experience, we recommend che...
15 Nov 202122min
Ep. 12: Chess Improvement Hacks for Busy People
Note: There is an updated version of this episode: Ep. 109: Chess Improvement Shortcuts for the Busy Adult Improver. I share some time-saving tips & tricks for busy individuals with limited study tim...
31 Okt 202113min
