The Chess Underground

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Welcome to US Chess’ latest podcast, Chess Underground, the show that explores eccentricities, peculiarities, and theoretical novelties. The Chess Underground is hosted by NM Pete Karagianis, the US Chess Assistant Director of Events

  1. 11/06/2023

    Episode #52: Life After Master

    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

    1h 3m

  2. 11/06/2023

    Episode #51: What Will Chess Be Like in 2050?

    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.

    50 min

  3. 09/01/2023

    Chess Underground #50: Chess Underground Turns 50!

    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

    1h 3m

  4. 07/01/2023

    Chess Underground #49: The Questions Are Out There

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

    56 min

  5. 06/01/2023

    Chess Underground #48: Two Elephants in the Room

    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.

    59 min

  6. 04/03/2023

    Chess Underground #47: Pete and Gopal’s Favorite Chess Books

    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.

    1h 2m

  7. 03/01/2023

    Chess Underground #46: Age of the TikTok attention span

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

    53 min

  8. 01/26/2023

    Chess Underground #45: New Year, New You

    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.

    59 min
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Welcome to US Chess’ latest podcast, Chess Underground, the show that explores eccentricities, peculiarities, and theoretical novelties. The Chess Underground is hosted by NM Pete Karagianis, the US Chess Assistant Director of Events

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  • Creator
    US Chess
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2023
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Chess Underground