Chess with Mustreader
Chess with Mustreader is hosted by Greg Mustreader, a Candidate Master, entrepreneur, and podcast host based in Almaty, Kazakhstan. He interviews top chess players, plays against chess AIs, and analyzes interesting games and combinations from both current and historical play. The show also follows his personal path in chess and how he works on improvement. Episodes mix high-level conversation with practical chess study and commentary.
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The HARSH REALITY of Professional Chess | Oleksandr Bortnyk PODCAST
Try ChessReps and start learning chess openings from the best: https://chessreps.com/mustreaderToday I'm joined by GM Oleksandr Bortnyk, one of the world's strongest speed chess players. He shares practical advice on improving at blitz and bullet, explains why even bad openings can work, and discusses why some strong players struggle with faster time controls. We also talk about the best blitz and
The Price of ELITE CHESS | Ramesh RB PODCAST
Try ChessReps and start learning chess openings from the best: https://chessreps.com/mustreaderToday I'm joined by GM RB Ramesh, one of India's leading chess coaches and the longtime coach of Pragg, Vaishali, Aravindh, and many other GMs. Can any dedicated young player go from 1700 to 2700? Ramesh believes it's possible — but what are you willing to sacrifice to get there? He explains what it take
DUBOV's CRAZY Match: 100 Games vs an Amateur | INTERVIEW
Follow the 100–0 Project:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBulletGrandpaTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebulletgrandpaDaniil Dubov, one of the strongest speed chess players in the world and a former World Rapid Champion, is about to play 100 games of 1+0 bullet against amateur Josh Smith, aka BulletGrandpa. The match is part of the 100-0 Project and takes place on November 7 at 12:00 p.m. Arizo
The END of the Hans Niemann Controversy? | Danny Rensch PODCAST
Try ChessReps and start learning chess openings from the best: https://www.chessreps.com/What does Danny Rensch regret about the Hans Niemann controversy? Today I’m joined by Danny, Chess.com’s Chief Chess Officer, to talk about what happened between Hans, Magnus Carlsen, and Chess.com. We discuss why Magnus said he felt gaslit by Chess.com, which parts of Hans’s account Danny disputes, and what h
What Does the NEW FIDE President Want to Change? | Timur Turlov PODCAST
Try ChessReps and start learning chess openings from the best: https://www.chessreps.com/My guest today is Timur Turlov — a billionaire entrepreneur, founder and CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., president of the Kazakhstan Chess Federation and the International School Chess Federation, and now a candidate for FIDE president. We discuss what a FIDE president should be, why every candidate must be will
A CLUB PLAYER Challenged DUBOV… He ACCEPTED! | PODCAST
Try ChessReps and start learning chess openings from the best: https://www.chessreps.com/An 1800-rated club player challenged Daniil Dubov to a 100-game 1+0 bullet match — and Dubov accepted. Today I’m joined by Josh Smith — a 47-year-old businessman from Arizona who is completely addicted to bullet chess and came up with the fascinating 100–0 Project. The rules are simple: if Daniil wins all 100
VISHY ANAND Back in the CANDIDATES? | PODCAST
Try ChessReps and start learning chess openings from the best: https://www.chessreps.com/Today I’m joined by an absolute legend of the game — five-time World Champion Viswanathan Anand. We discuss where chess fits into Vishy’s life today, how he continues to compete with the new generation, and how both his own game and chess itself have evolved over the years. Could his younger self beat him toda
FIDE Already PICKED the WINNER? | Jan Henric Buettner PODCAST
Try ChessReps and start learning chess openings from the best: https://www.chessreps.com/Today’s guest is Jan Henric Buettner — a candidate for FIDE President and co-founder of Freestyle Chess. Jan shares the story behind his unexpected presidential run: why he decided to enter the race after stepping back from running Freestyle Chess, and how Javokhir Sindarov and Bibisara Assaubayeva helped spar
Is Vidit QUITTING Chess? | PODCAST
Try Chessreps and check out my lines here: https://www.chessreps.com/opening/mustreader-s-milner-barry-gambit-vs-the-french-6sbbek7
Today I’m joined by Vidit Gujrathi — one of India’s strongest grandmasters, a Chess Olympiad winner, and a Candidates Tournament participant. We haven’t seen Vidit at many major classical events lately, so we talked about where he’s been, why he decided to step back,
HIKARU, HANS, Future of US Chess | Awonder Liang PODCAST
Try Chessreps and check out my lines here: https://www.chessreps.com/opening/mustreader-s-milner-barry-gambit-vs-the-french-6sbbek7
Today I’m joined by a young super-GM Awonder Liang. We talked about his matches against Hikaru Nakamura and Hans Niemann, the 2026 Candidates, and the discontinued Webster chess program. Awonder also shared his thoughts on chess mindset, playing under stress, what it
What happens when MAGNUS IS GONE? | Peter Svidler PODCAST
Try Chessreps and check out my lines here: https://www.chessreps.com/opening/mustreader-s-milner-barry-gambit-vs-the-french-6sbbek7
Today I’m joined by chess legend GM Peter Svidler — World Cup winner, former World No. 4, elite commentator, second, and one of the most fascinating voices in chess. We discuss his career path, the dreams he never fully achieved, and why GYM matters more than most pl
NODIRBEK Abdusattorov: Magnus, Gukesh, Candidates | PODCAST
Try Chessreps and check out my lines here: https://www.chessreps.com/opening/mustreader-s-milner-barry-gambit-vs-the-french-6sbbek7
Today I’m joined by one of the strongest GMs, World No. 4 Nodirbek Abdusattorov. Everyone has been wondering what changed — why is Nodirbek suddenly crushing everyone and winning tournaments? We talked about his training, his mindset, and his plans to fight for the c
"BAD FAITH from Hikaru", Candidates HOT TAKES | MVL PODCAST
Try Chessreps and check out my lines here: https://www.chessreps.com/opening/mustreader-s-milner-barry-gambit-vs-the-french-6sbbek
Today I’m joined by one of the best chess players in the world — GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave. We dive into the biggest topics in chess right now: the 2026 calendar clash, Hikaru’s criticism video, chess as part of esports, the 2026 Olympiad, and more. MVL also explains
The TRUTH about FREESTYLE Chess | Jan Buettner PODCAST
Try Chessreps and check out my lines here: https://www.chessreps.com/opening/mustreader-s-milner-barry-gambit-vs-the-french-6sbbek7
Today I’m joined by Jan Henric Buettner — co-founder of Freestyle Chess, one of the boldest projects in the chess world. We talk about why chess, in its current form, may never truly become mainstream, what has to change, and what chess can learn from Formula 1. We a
You WON’T BELIEVE Magnus’s Next Opponent | PODCAST
Learn the rare Four Knights with a3 on Chessreps: https://www.chessreps.com/opening/mustreader-s-4-a3-in-the-four-knights-vbnf1t0Imagine a future Magnus match nobody expected — one that could grab the entire chess world’s attention and attract new sponsors. Sounds wild, right? My guest, Oleg Skvortsov, is a major chess patron and tournament organizer who’s deeply involved in how modern chess is ma
Wei Yi: CANDIDATES, Ding’s Comeback & Gukesh | PODCAST
Learn the rare Four Knights with a3 on Chessreps: https://www.chessreps.com/course-creator/mustreader-s-4-a3-in-the-four-knights-vbnf1t0Today my guest is one of the world’s top GMs and a 2026 Candidates participant — Wei Yi. We talk about his preparation for the 2026 Candidates, the mental struggles he had to overcome, and whom he sees as the main favorites. Wei also shares why Gukesh hasn’t looke
Bots that PLAY LIKE HUMANS — Future of CHESS TRAINING? | John Bartholomew PODCAST
Check out the King's Gambit and other openings on Chessreps: https://www.chessreps.com/opening/kings-gambitToday my guest is IM John Bartholomew — one of the original chess YouTubers, chess coach, and a former co-founder of Chessable. We talk about what chess YouTube was like back in 2014, the gap between IMs and GMs, and whether Levy aka GothamChess can still make the GM title. We also discuss ho
"I almost QUIT CHESS" | Anish Giri PODCAST
Try Chessreps and check out the gambit against the French: https://www.chessreps.com/opening/mustreader-s-milner-barry-gambit-vs-the-french-6sbbek7Today my guest is one of the world’s top players and a 2026 Candidates participant — Anish Giri! We cover all the hottest topics: how Anish is preparing for the Candidates, who he thinks are the main favorites, why the Candidates matter so much for Hika
PREDICTIONS for CHESS in 2026 | GM Felix Blohberger | PODCAST
2025 has been a wild year in chess: huge events, big drama, and an insane level of play. So I sat down with GM Felix Blohberger — Austrian Champion, commentator, and content creator — to recap the year and look ahead to 2026. We talk about the dominance of the young generation, the biggest trends in modern chess, and the key events of 2025 — including the World Cup, the Grand Swiss, and the 2026 C
Boris GELFAND: training with KASPAROV, battling MAGNUS | Podcast
Today my guest is the chess legend Boris Gelfand — a six-time Candidates participant, winner of the 2009 World Cup, and the 2012 World Championship challenger. We talk about modern chess, the young generation, Magnus Carlsen, and the upcoming 2026 Candidates. Boris also shares how he trains his students and what every chess player must understand about decision-making. Plus stories from his prime
MAGNUS’S COACH on GUKESH, POLITICS and the FUTURE of CHESS | Peter Heine Nielsen
Peter’s course on Chess Structures: http://go.chess.com/chessstructures
My referral link to chess.com: https://go.chess.com/mustreader
Today my guest is Peter Heine Nielsen, the legendary coach who worked behind the scenes for both Vishy Anand and Magnus Carlsen during their World Championship reigns. We talk about what life inside Team Magnus really looks like, how Magnus’s preparation has change
He CREATED the CRAZIEST CHESS GAMBIT | Witty Alien PODCAST
Volen's Alien Gambit course: https://go.chess.com/aliengambit
Referral link to chess.com: https://go.chess.com/mustreader
Volen’s email for sponsorships: volen1999@gmail.com
If you’ve ever wanted to play totally crazy chess and still win, this conversation with Volen "Witty Alien" Dyulgerov is for you. He explains how he created the Alien and Martian Gambits, why they keep scoring against strong o
If you DO THIS, you WILL BE a GRANDMASTER! Jacob Aagaard | PODCAST
Today’s guest is GM Jacob Aagaard — one of the most influential chess coaches and authors in the world. He has worked with players such as Boris Gelfand, Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa, Nodirbek Abdusattorov, among many others, and even Magnus Carlsen has studied his books. We talk about the real path to the GM title: what you actually need to do, why so many strong players never get there, and how Jac
Defeating MAGNUS at 42 and flagging HIKARU | Levon Aronian PODCAST
My referral link to ChessCom: https://go.chess.com/mustreader
Nepo's course on the King’s Gambit: http://go.chess.com/nepokingsgambit
Anish Giri’s course on the French Defence: http://go.chess.com/girisfrenchdefense
Sam Shankland’s Chess Calculation WorkBook: http://go.chess.com/shanklandsworkbookToday’s guest is the legendary Levon Aronian — at 42, still one of the world’s strongest players. We d
Coaching the best in the world | PODCAST Vladimir Chuchelov
What makes a world-class chess player? Few people can answer that better than GM Vladimir Chuchelov. The coach behind some of the top players talks about working with Fabiano Caruana and Anish Giri, shares insights on coaching and chess improvement, and the conversation turns to the once-heated debate over Caruana’s “natural talent”, including Daniil Dubov’s comments. Vladimir closes by offering a
"I was pushed to the edge" — David Navara vs Kramnik | Podcast
My referral link to ChessCom: https://go.chess.com/mustreaderNepo's course on the King’s Gambit: http://go.chess.com/nepokingsgambitAnish Giri’s course on the French Defence: http://go.chess.com/girisfrenchdefenseSam Shankland’s Chess Calculation WorkBook: http://go.chess.com/shanklandsworkbookThis is one of the most heartbreaking conversations I've ever recorded. GM David Navara — one of Czech Re
How THIS COUNTRY became #1 in chess | Darmen Sadvakasov PODCAST
Today's guest is a legend of Kazakh chess — GM Darmen Sadvakasov! Former World U20 Champion who defeated Anatoly Karpov in 2004 and beat the world's strongest grandmasters, he was forced to abandon his professional chess career at his peak. Why did he make this painful decision? How did he return to transform Kazakhstan into a chess superpower and was behind the massive support system for young ta
He trained CHESS for 2000 DAYS straight! James Canty III | Podcast
Try out for free James' course on Jobava London: https://go.chess.com/mustreader20In this episode, James Canty III reveals why hitting the gym is the ultimate Elo booster and how he sustained a 2000-day uninterrupted chess streak. Learn his secrets for juggling chess, boxing, workouts, investments, and content creation, along with his plan to earn the GM title. We also duscuss his passion for rap
How to BEAT the ENGINE? Hikaru vs Leela | PODCAST
How to beat the engine? Larry Kaufman, one of the minds behind top chess engines, explains Leela’s odds bot and why grandmasters can’t beat the engine. Learn strategies to outplay the engine and find out if Magnus & Hikaru can stand up to Leela. Larry also shares the thrilling story of his rise to become the top-ranked non-Japanese shogi player and Kasparov’s chess games against the best shogi
Vladimir Fedoseev: "I SACRIFICED a LOT to become ONE of the BEST". PODCAST
In this interview, GM Vladimir Fedoseev discusses his recent victory at Superbet Rapid & Blitz and the significant sacrifices he made to compete at this level. We explore Magnus Carlsen's comments about Fedoseev's unique style, his Candidates qualification goals, and insights on the Chess960 / Freestyle Chess format where top players are already developing repertoires. Plus, the hot topic of c
The DARK SIDE of chess | Felix Blohberger PODCAST
Today my guest is GM Felix Blohberger, the chess champion of Austria. We discussed the dark side of professional chess: making a living with a 2500 rating, the two key areas you must analyze after tournaments, and a psychological trick that instantly boosts confidence. Felix reveals if you need a sports psychologist and how his workout routine enhances chess performance. Plus: blitz at the end!Sup
Susan Polgar: a WOMAN will NEVER reach TOP 5 — unless THIS changes | PODCAST
My upcoming tournaments in Kazakhstan: https://opencups.kazchess.kz/Legendary GM Susan Polgar, 8th Women's World Chess Champion, joined my podcast! We discussed women's chess and why it's difficult for women to reach the top of the open rating. Susan shared amazing stories about her acquaintance with Fischer and how they created CHESS960 together. Bonus: her thoughts on women-only tournaments, Guk
Danny Rensch: trusting HANS, IGNORING cheating, Magnus vs Hikaru
Try Chessbook and my gambit repertoire: https://chessbook.com/mustreaderToday's special guest is Danny Rensch — Chess.com's Chief Chess Officer! We’ve discussed many hot topics: Hans' against chess.com, how FIDE and other organizers ignore cheating problems and why 2025 will be HUGE for chess. Danny shared how they banned top GMs and WHY the Hikaru-Magnus match never happened in 2023. Bonus: two a
NEVER do THIS in CHESS! Advice by coach | IM Andras Toth PODCAST
What NOT to do if you want to improve at chess? International Master Andras Toth shares powerful insights that might change how you think about chess improvement! Learn why you're using engines wrong, discover the optimal training methods, and find out why bullet chess is killing your progress. Plus: watch our intense blitz game!Support me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mustreader
My X: https://x
CHEATERS will be PUNISHED! CEO of ChessCom. Erik Allebest Podcast
Meet the man behind chess's digital revolution — Chess.com CEO Erik Allebest! How does Chess.com catch cheaters? What's Erik's response to Kramnik's accusations? From Netflix's upcoming Hans Niemann documentary to a major GM ban — join us for an insider look at Chess.com! Plus: watch our intense blitz battle where Erik tries to destroy me. Don't miss this episode!
Support me on Patreon: https://pa
This MINDSET can help you WIN at CHESS / Podcast GM Avetik Grigoryan
Try 500+ hours of chess courses for free: https://chessmood.com/mustreaderCan your outfit affect your chess rating? GM Avetik Grigoryan reveals surprising psychological tricks that helped his students gain hundreds of rating points. We explore the champion's mindset, analyze the World Championship match, and learn powerful secrets of peak performance. Plus: watch our exciting blitz game!
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MY CHESS COACH SHOCKED ME!
Try 500+ hours of chess courses for free: https://chessmood.com/gregWhat makes a future chess champion? Legendary coach Farrukh Amonatov shares his training secrets and explains why most coaches get it wrong. We explore my chess potential, analyze the World Championship match, and face off in an exciting blitz game. Don't miss this!
Support me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mustreader
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Maxime Vachier-Lagrave: the mind of a 2800. MVL PODCAST
Try ChessMood and my gambit repertoire: https://mstrdr.org/bnkwg7How does MVL stay on top of the chess elite while training just 2 hours a day? What's MVL's secret to beating Magnus Carlsen? Maxime Vachier-Lagrave explains his approach, discusses nearly quitting in 2022, and shares thoughts on Gukesh vs Ding match. Plus: Watch our blitz game!
Support me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mustreader
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The Chess Nerd: from 0 to 300K followers and chess career. PODCAST
Join me in conversation with Zachary Saine aka The Chess Nerd! We discuss his path to 300K followers across various platforms and dive into his chess training methods. He also shares his unsuccessful experience with a chess coach and answers the big question: chess or content? Plus: exciting blitz game finale!My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
My channel wit
Arturs NEIKSANS: coach of GOTHAMCHESS. Podcast
Support me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mustreaderMeet GM Arturs Neiksans – coach, commentator, content creator, and coach of Levy Rozman (GothamChess)! We explore the challenges of adult chess improvers, discuss how to get to your chess ceiling, and get insights into training with Levy. Plus: Arturs' candid thoughts on Levy's GM prospects and an exciting blitz game!
My X: https://x.com/mustrea
ANISH GIRI: Magnus's weakness, Kramnik, plans to become World Champ. PODCAST
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Positive vibes with Anish Giri! Discussing chess legends, Anish's plans to become the world champion, and Magnus's hidden weaknesses. Bonus: hot takes on cheating and (drumroll) Kramnik! Don't miss our blitz game at the end!
My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://twitc
Kramnik BLOCKED me after this podcast with him
An intense conversation with Vladimir Kramnik. Did I change Kramnik's mind about Danya Naroditsky? Or did he convince me? Watch this explosive podcast now!My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
My X: https://x.com/mustreader
Collabs: mazdrid@gmail.com
Kramnik's X: https://x.com/VBkramnik
Kramnik's YouTube: @VBKramnik
My previous podcast with Kramnik: https://youtu.be/dgVuleGYnk4?si=G-XSpC
He QUIT CHESS for college, now he's TOP 8! WEI YI Podcast
Wei Yi stunned everyone by quitting chess for university — and then returned to storm the world top 10! How does he train? What are his goals? Including exclusive insights on the Ding-Gukesh Olympiad story and their upcoming match. Tune in for all the details and do not miss our blitz game at the end!My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
My X: https://x.com/mustreader
Collabs: mazdrid@gmail
"KRAMNIK, WHAT THE F***?" Daniel Naroditsky PODCAST
Do not forget to check out Chessbook: https://chessbook.com/mustreaderA new podcast episode with GM Daniel Naroditsky. We discuss Kramnik's allegations against him (do not miss the highly candid and emotional speech by Danya), the recent cheating scandal, chess improvement, openings, chess psychology (including ways to fight tilt), lessons from the Chess Olympiad (team India!), and many other hot
Mr. Dodgy: how to GET BETTER at CHESS playing dodgy moves?
Podcast episode with Mr. Dodgy, aka Michael Duke, the chess celebrity from Twitter. Chess improvement hot takes, Chess Olympiad discussion, thoughts on how Ding can beat Gukesh, your favorite blitz game at the end!My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
MrDodgy’s X: https://x.com/rpraggnachess
MrDodgy's courses: https://www.chessable.com/courses/s/dodgy
My podca
Praggnanandhaa on OLYMPIAD, CANDIDATES, and chess talent
Podcast episode with GM Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu (Pragg). We discuss the Chess Olympiad, Candidates, his goals and his work on chess improvement.My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
Pragg’s X: https://x.com/rpraggnachess
My video about the aftermath of the Chess Olympiad: https://youtu.be/7NEE3UNnvEw?si=lyBCU5J4Pnj3yqMR
My podcast with Erigaisi: https://yout
Daniil DUBOV: comeback to the top, Magnus and Fabi
Podcast with Daniil Dubov — grandmaster, former second of Magnus Carlsen, World Rapid Chess Champion, World Blitz Vice Champion.My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
Daniil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blitzorddd/
My previous podcast with Dubov (ENG subs): https://youtu.be/97JoWe_Mzoo?si=O4YuyMOqddWdkcj4
My podcast with Erigaisi: https://youtu.be/3Nvf
Sagar Shah: from CHESS MASTER to YOUTUBE STAR
My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
Sagar's X: https://x.com/sagarchess1
Links to what's discussed in the podcast:
My podcast with Erigaisi: https://youtu.be/3Nvfuk70v6g?feature=shared
Sagar's podcast with Erigaisi: https://youtu.be/9yRzbyZdoiE?si=FufSbeOGf61QmwIo
ROAD TO FIDE MASTER. Day 1!: https://youtu.be/fRAZGc9cewY?si=-bRZ54d1-HE9netZ
My latest podcast
Women's WORLD CHESS CHAMPION Alexandra Kosteniuk!
My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
Alexandra's X: https://x.com/chessqueen
Alexandra's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chessqueen/
Links to what's discussed in the podcast:
Eng subs. Chess and Russia. Nepo and Kosteniuk: https://youtu.be/XwxZFQUtb28?si=j7m8s25W70Em35Lz
Chess Books:
My Great Predecessors, Part 1: https://amzn.to/3AZSz7b
Garry Kasparov on
Alexander Grischuk: Podcast with the Chess Legend
The new guest of my podcast is Alexander Grischuk, the legend and OG of chess, 3-time World Blitz Champion, and 5-time Candidates participant (top rating: 2810).My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
My podcast with Van Foreest: https://youtu.be/89Kq33XgC2o?si=a6JHOkpWW0s0XpEm
My podcast with Erigaisi: https://youtu.be/3Nvfuk70v6g?feature=shared
My podcast with
Jorden van Foreest: work for Magnus, wins and setbacks
Join me as I dive deep into the journey of GM Jorden van Foreest, from his stunning Tata Steel victory to his battle with stagnation and his inspiring comeback. We discuss everything from his unique personality and playing style to the profound influence of Magnus Carlsen on his resurgence. Enjoy a thrilling blitz game at the end!My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmust
How Arjun Erigaisi’s mindset made him World No. 4
I'm excited to have Arjun Erigaisi, one of the world's top 4 chess players, on the podcast! We discuss the strengths and weaknesses of India's top players, dive into the factors behind Arjun's rise and his playing style, explore his future plans in chess. We also cap off the episode with a thrilling blitz game!My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
Arjun’s X: ht
COACH of MAGNUS and NEPO! Podcast with Jan Gustafsson
Today on my podcast, I'm joined by a great chess player and coach, Grandmaster Jan Gustafsson. We discussed the differences and similarities between Magnus and Nepo, Jan's work as a second for both of them, the upcoming Gukesh vs. Ding match, and much more. At the end, we’ve played a fascinating blitz game. Enjoy!My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
Jan's X: h
Chess coach advice: STOP DOING THIS! IM Kavutskiy
In this podcast episode with the famous coach, founding sensei of @ChessDojo IM Kostya Kavutskiy, we discuss chess improvement. How to go from CM to FM (in my case), how to go from IM to GM (in Kostya's case), how to improve if you are rated 500, 1000, 1500, and so on. Lots of great insights! At the end, we've played an instructive blitz game.My X: https://x.com/mustreader
My Twitch: https://www.t
KRAMNIK: "I apologize, but I don't see any other way"
In this podcast episode with Vladimir Kramnik, we discuss his anti-cheating activism and the controversy around it. Has Kramnik gone too far in his fight? Are his methods correct? Does he agree that he has done some wrong things? Watch our full discussion to find out! At the end, we've played a chess game that Mr. Kramnik called "very interesting".My Twitter: https://twitter.com/mustreader
My Twit
DANIEL NARODITSKY: Magnus, Gukesh, Hikaru + BLITZ LIFEHACKS
We discuss with GM Daniel Naroditsky the results of the Candidates, the future of chess, and how to get better at blitz chess. We've also played a time odds game. This is one of the most fascinating podcasts I've ever recorded, enjoy!
My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
Danya's Twitch: https://witch.tv/gmnaroditsky
Danya's YouTube: @DanielNaroditskyGM
My Twitter: https://twitter.com/mus
LEVON ARONIAN: chess psychology, cheating, Magnus, Kasparov
I've interviewed Levon Aronian and discussed with him the hottest topics in chess, as well as his personal story, books for chess self-improvement, chess psychology, and playing against Magnus Carlsen and Garry Kasparov. At the end, we played a fascinating blitz game. This was recorded in Samarkand at the end of 2023.My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
My Twitter: https://twitter.com/mustr
FABIANO CARUANA: "I couldn't even look at chess!"
A new podcast episode with Fabiano Caruana as my guest! In this episode, Fabi talks about his motivation, story of his decline and then ascent back to the top, the cheating scandal, Magnus, Hikaru, the Candidates, his training schedule, and much more. Also, we play blitz with time odds. Enjoy!
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My Twitter: https://twitter.com/mustreader
Fabiano’s Twitter:
NEPO on cheating, Magnus, Hikaru, Fabi, Ding, and the Candidates
I've interviewed Ian Nepomniachtchi and discussed with him the hottest topics in chess. This was recorded in Samarkand at the end of 2023.I've interviewed Ian Nepomniachtchi and discussed with him the hottest topics in chess. This was recorded in Samarkand at the end of 2023.My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader
My Twitter: https://twitter.com/mustreader
Nepo's Twitter: https://twitter.com/l
