Ep. 8: Why I Now Like 5-minute Online Chess Games
Here, I sort of reverse course from Episode 3 and talk about why I suddenly like 5-minute online games after criticizing them for some time. For the best online chess experience, we recommend chess.co...
22 Aug 202111min
Ep. 7: Draw Offers, Slumps, & Ego
A discussion of the psychological aspect of the game. Referenced: The Survival Guide to Competitive Chess (Amazon) If you have a question or topic idea for a future episode, e-mail us at info@thech...
8 Aug 202124min
Ep. 6: Why "The Amateur's Mind" is the Best Chess Book...
This episode is a review of the book The Amateur's Mind (Amazon) by IM Jeremy Silman. Below is a direct link to the book. For the best online chess experience, we recommend chess.com. If you have a ...
25 Juli 202113min
Ep. 5: Local Chess Clubs vs. Major Tournaments
Here, we weigh the pros and cons of playing at local chess clubs versus major tournaments. If you have a question or topic idea for a future episode, e-mail us at info@thechessangle.com. Our links:...
11 Juli 202116min
Ep. 4: The Flaws of the Swiss System Pairing Method
A criticism of the standard Swiss System in favor of the random pairings variation. If you have a question or topic idea for a future episode, e-mail us at info@thechessangle.com. Our links: Websi...
27 Juni 202111min
Ep. 3: Thoughts on Internet Chess & the Pandemic
The pandemic has created a chess boom which is discussed in this episode. For the best online chess experience, we recommend chess.com (affiliate link). 🎯 Support the Show: Patreon Buy Me a Coffe...
13 Juni 202115min
Ep. 2: Catching a Chess Cheater
This episode details a cheating incident at the Long Island Chess Club... If you have a question or topic idea for a future episode, e-mail us at info@thechessangle.com. 🎯 Support the Show: Patreo...
30 Maj 202114min
Ep. 1: Chess Openings and the Club Player
Welcome to The Chess Angle! This episode is a condensed, rapid-fire discussion of chess openings for club players and adult improvers. Talking points include: The main goal of the opening System and...
16 Maj 202129min
