145 episodes

A podcast dedicated to the journey of adult chess improvement. Each week a guest will join me to discuss what has worked for them, what hasn't worked as well, and the status of their journey.

Chess Journeys: Tales of Adult Improvement Dr. Kevin Scull

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A podcast dedicated to the journey of adult chess improvement. Each week a guest will join me to discuss what has worked for them, what hasn't worked as well, and the status of their journey.

    Ep. 146 Noah (1750 ECF)

    Ep. 146 Noah (1750 ECF)

    This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Noah. Noah has gained about 500 points in the last year. We spent a lot of time discussing tactics training, and how Noah applies learning science to his approach. We talk talked about over the board chess, reading chess books, and his opening experiment. Spoiler alert, Noah has only worked out a black repertoire as part of an experiment. Noah’s friendly and energetic approach to learning is contagious!

    Use this link to purchase Next Level Training: https://nextlevelchesscourses.teachable.com/p/next-level-training?affcode=1152624_t9sjlp49

    Be sure to check out the Chess Journeys Merch Store! You can support the show and look amazing in the process. https://chess-journeys.creator-spring.com/

    I’ve been streaming somewhat regularly on https://www.twitch.tv/drskull_tinygrimes

    If you would like to be a guest on Chess Journeys, contact me on Twitter or fill out the following Google Form:  https://forms.gle/gSnvmUnvpykkgT1y5

    As always you can support the show at https://www.patreon.com/ChessJourneys. 

    Also, be sure to check out my Chessable page at www.chessable.com/chessjourneys  

    If you are considering using Aimchess, please use the code drscull30.

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Ep. 145 Nichol (663 USCF)

    Ep. 145 Nichol (663 USCF)

    This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Nichol. Nichol picked up chess just over a year ago and has already played 77 tournaments!! We spoke about her experiences as a tournament player, as an adult women at tournaments, and the Charlotte Chess Center. We also discussed her training, coaching, and ratings goals. Nichol is certainly an inspiring beginner on her way to great things in the chess world!

    If you want to join The Chess Gym and support the show use the following link:

    https://the-chess-gym.circle.so/checkout/the-chess-gym-membership?affiliate_code=c56e60

    Use this link to purchase Next Level Training: https://nextlevelchesscourses.teachable.com/p/next-level-training?affcode=1152624_t9sjlp49

    Be sure to check out the Chess Journeys Merch Store! You can support the show and look amazing in the process. https://chess-journeys.creator-spring.com/

    I’ve been streaming somewhat regularly on https://www.twitch.tv/drskull_tinygrimes

    If you would like to be a guest on Chess Journeys, contact me on Twitter or fill out the following Google Form:  https://forms.gle/gSnvmUnvpykkgT1y5

    As always you can support the show at https://www.patreon.com/ChessJourneys. 

    Also, be sure to check out my Chessable page at www.chessable.com/chessjourneys  

    If you are considering using Aimchess, please use the code drscull30.

    • 54 min
    Ep. 144 Adam (1875 USCF)

    Ep. 144 Adam (1875 USCF)

    This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Adam. He’s a member of the weekly club I play at. Adam’s had an impressive run of late, gaining 170 points in about 5 months. He explained his simple process of playing rapid games, analyzing them, and doing lots of tactics. He also talked about fixing the mental side of chess such as slowing down, especially in critical moments. He attributes this mental change to a lot of extra wins.

    If you want to join The Chess Gym and support the show use the following link:

    https://the-chess-gym.circle.so/checkout/the-chess-gym-membership?affiliate_code=c56e60

    Use this link to purchase Next Level Training: https://nextlevelchesscourses.teachable.com/p/next-level-training?affcode=1152624_t9sjlp49

    Be sure to check out the Chess Journeys Merch Store! You can support the show and look amazing in the process. https://chess-journeys.creator-spring.com/

    I’ve been streaming somewhat regularly on https://www.twitch.tv/drskull_tinygrimes

    If you would like to be a guest on Chess Journeys, contact me on Twitter or fill out the following Google Form:  https://forms.gle/gSnvmUnvpykkgT1y5

    As always you can support the show at https://www.patreon.com/ChessJourneys. 

    Also, be sure to check out my Chessable page at www.chessable.com/chessjourneys  

    If you are considering using Aimchess, please use the code drscull30.

    • 56 min
    Ep. 143 Matt (1770 USCF)

    Ep. 143 Matt (1770 USCF)

    This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Matt. Having played a bit as a child, we talked about his reintroduction to chess as an adult. Matt’s story is especially compelling since he has gained about 250 points in his 40’s only spending 1 hour a day on chess. Matt has a narrow study plan of playing games, reviewing his games, doing tactics, and working with his coach. It certainly seems to be paying off in a big way!

    If you want to join The Chess Gym and support the show use the following link:

    https://the-chess-gym.circle.so/checkout/the-chess-gym-membership?affiliate_code=c56e60

    Use this link to purchase Next Level Training: https://nextlevelchesscourses.teachable.com/p/next-level-training?affcode=1152624_t9sjlp49

    Be sure to check out the Chess Journeys Merch Store! You can support the show and look amazing in the process. https://chess-journeys.creator-spring.com/

    I’ve been streaming somewhat regularly on https://www.twitch.tv/drskull_tinygrimes

    If you would like to be a guest on Chess Journeys, contact me on Twitter or fill out the following Google Form:  https://forms.gle/gSnvmUnvpykkgT1y5

    As always you can support the show at https://www.patreon.com/ChessJourneys. 

    Also, be sure to check out my Chessable page at www.chessable.com/chessjourneys  

    If you are considering using Aimchess, please use the code drscull30.

    • 56 min
    Ep. 142 FM Dalton Perrine (2325 USCF)

    Ep. 142 FM Dalton Perrine (2325 USCF)

    This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with FM Dalton Perrine. We discussed his time as a scholastic chess player, high school player, and continuing to play as an adult. We discussed topics such as setting goals, coaching, playing as an adult and creating Chessable courses.



    You can find Dalton at: https://nextlevelchesscoaching.com/

    If you want to join The Chess Gym and support the show use the following link:

    https://the-chess-gym.circle.so/checkout/the-chess-gym-membership?affiliate_code=c56e60

    Use this link to purchase Next Level Training: https://nextlevelchesscourses.teachable.com/p/next-level-training?affcode=1152624_t9sjlp49

    Be sure to check out the Chess Journeys Merch Store! You can support the show and look amazing in the process. https://chess-journeys.creator-spring.com/

    I’ve been streaming somewhat regularly on https://www.twitch.tv/drskull_tinygrimes

    If you would like to be a guest on Chess Journeys, contact me on Twitter or fill out the following Google Form:  https://forms.gle/gSnvmUnvpykkgT1y5

    As always you can support the show at https://www.patreon.com/ChessJourneys. 

    Also, be sure to check out my Chessable page at www.chessable.com/chessjourneys  

    If you are considering using Aimchess, please use the code drscull30.

    • 58 min
    Ep. 141 Benji (1650 ECF)

    Ep. 141 Benji (1650 ECF)

    This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Benji. We talked about his own journey into chess, including the thriving London chess club scene. Then we talked about Benji’s work with mindfulness and chess. Benji gave a lot of useful suggestions about how tournament players can think about their situation and how breathing and other exercises can address these issues. We wrapped up with a conversation about how data science can interact with chess.

    Check out Benjamin’s Mindfulness Course: https://mindfulness-for-the-tournament-player.teachable.com/

    Check out Benjamin’s substack: https://mindcreaser.substack.com/

    If you want to join The Chess Gym and support the show use the following link:

    https://the-chess-gym.circle.so/checkout/the-chess-gym-membership?affiliate_code=c56e60

    Use this link to purchase Next Level Training: https://nextlevelchesscourses.teachable.com/p/next-level-training?affcode=1152624_t9sjlp49

    Be sure to check out the Chess Journeys Merch Store! You can support the show and look amazing in the process. https://chess-journeys.creator-spring.com/

    I’ve been streaming somewhat regularly on https://www.twitch.tv/drskull_tinygrimes

    If you would like to be a guest on Chess Journeys, contact me on Twitter or fill out the following Google Form:  https://forms.gle/gSnvmUnvpykkgT1y5

    As always you can support the show at https://www.patreon.com/ChessJourneys. 

    Also, be sure to check out my Chessable page at www.chessable.com/chessjourneys  

    If you are considering using Aimchess, please use the code drscull30.

    • 1 hr 14 min

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