Épisodes

  • Episode #52: Life After Master
    Nov 6 2023

    In the October installment of Chess Underground, Pete and Gopal ask themselves the question: “What are the things you learned about chess after becoming a master?”

    Also, is Kramnik better than Stockfish?

    Link to video mentioned in the show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fN_8Ehinrg

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    1 h et 3 min
  • Episode #51: What Will Chess Be Like in 2050?
    Nov 6 2023

    The September edition of Chess Underground asks the question, "What will chess be like in 2050?" Pete and Gopal put on their wizard hats and offer prognostications galore.

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    50 min
  • Chess Underground #50: Chess Underground Turns 50!
    Sep 1 2023

    In the 50th episode of Chess Underground, Pete and Gopal examine “underrated and underappreciated players from chess history.” Bonus study with all of the games discussed in the episode: https://lichess.org/study/UTbdCwBG

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    1 h et 3 min
  • Chess Underground #49: The Questions Are Out There
    Jul 1 2023

    Strange chess scandals, toilets with threatening auras, the conclusion of beadgate and a brief tip of the hat to Danny DeVito.

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    56 min
  • Chess Underground #48: Two Elephants in the Room
    Jun 1 2023

    Ding Stans, large wildlife, poker binges and general ennui: Pete and Gopal finally tackle the 2023 World Chess Championship. With a special appearance from Sparks the kitten.

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    59 min
  • Chess Underground #47: Pete and Gopal’s Favorite Chess Books
    Apr 3 2023

    The March Chess Underground flips the TikTok attention span on its head, examining Pete and Gopal’s list of favorite chess books. The two drop their “top 3” and offer insights on what makes a good chess volume.

    You can also check out a longer version of Gopal’s recommendations here.

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    1 h et 2 min
  • Chess Underground #46: Age of the TikTok attention span
    Mar 1 2023

    Pete and Gopal explore a new horizon in chess media: Chess Sketch Comedy. Open source… kinda.

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    53 min
  • Chess Underground #45: New Year, New You
    Jan 26 2023

    The January 2023 “New Year New You” episode explores undervalued and underrated aspects of chess improvement. What are some areas that chess students overlook? Underrate? Ignore? Hosts Pete Karagianis and Gopal Menon explore not only what it takes, but what you might not realize you should focus on, to get better at the royal game.

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    59 min