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EP 116 | Do World Champions Lose Their Minds? poster

Join the training program - https://chessdojo.clubPlay Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojoliveMerch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop On today's episode of Dojo Talks, the ChessDojo podcast, GM Jesse Kraai, IM Kostya Kavutskiy, and IM David Pruess talk about the impact of the FIDE World Chess Championship circuit on mental health and the sanity of those who endure it. Want to support the channel? Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo (Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you.) Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojoDiscord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/ Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips

72 mins
EP 115 | 2026 FIDE Cycle Drama poster

Join the training program - https://chessdojo.clubPlay Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojoliveMerch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop IM Kostya Kavutskiy, IM David Pruess, and GM Jesse Kraai talk about all of the drama and projections brewing for the 2026 FIDE candidates, as well as FIDE's new path to get to the 2026 Candidates Tournament in today's episode of Dojo Talks, the ChessDojo podcast. Want to support the channel? Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo (Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you.) Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojoDiscord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/ Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips

55 mins
EP 114 | 2024 FIDE Candidates Recap poster

Join the training program - https://dojoscoreboard.comPlay Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojoliveMerch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop Dive into the drama and surprises of the FIDE 2024 Candidates! Join us for live breakdowns and deep dives into each game. Subscribe for more thrilling chess content! GM Jesse Kraai, IM David Pruess, and IM Kostya Kavutskiy recap the 2024 FIDE Candidates Tournament and its surprise outcome in today's episode of Dojo Talks, the ChessDojo podcast. Whether you're rooting for the underdogs or chess legends, there's something here for you. Watch as we unravel the pivotal blunders and brilliant plays that defined this championship, featuring unexpected victors and nail-biting finishes. Don't miss our analysis on the youngest ever candidate from India and his journey to face Ding Liren. Want to support the channel? Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo (Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you.) Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojolive Discord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/ Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro1:03 - Initial thoughts5:55 - Time Control9:18 - Gukesh: World's New Number 2?17:54 - Gukesh's Future in Chess26:25 - The Future of Classical Chess28:13 - Analyzing the Candidates System35:45 - End of Magnus Carlsen's Era44:54 - Chess Predictions Reviewed48:04 - Last Chance Qualifiers in Chess51:30 - FIDE Grand Prix and World Cup Discussion56:08 - Ding Liren vs Gukesh D #chess

59 mins
EP 113 | The Great Eval Bar Debate (feat. GM Hammer) poster

Join the training program - https://dojoscoreboard.comPlay Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojoliveMerch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop Special guest GM Jon Ludvig Hammer joins the Dojo to discuss the ongoing "eval bar" war that has taken the chess world by storm. This show was streamed live to Twitch on 4/12/2024, at the exact half-way mark of the 2024 FIDE Candidates, 0:00 Intro2:58 2024 FIDE Candidates - 1st Half Thoughts14:28 Eval Bar Debate1:13:28 Final Thoughts Want to support the channel? Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo (Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you.) Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojolive Discord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/ Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips #chess

81 mins
BONUS Episode: 2024 FIDE Women's Candidates poster

Join the training program - https://dojoscoreboard.com Play Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojolive Merch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop  Recorded at the end of last week's Dojo Talks, IM Kostya Kavutskiy, IM David Pruess, and GM Jesse Kraai talk about women's chess and the upcoming 2024 FIDE Women's Candidates to determine who will face the current Women's World Chess Champion, GM Ju Wenjun.  Dojoer Sam, aka BKKchess, gives her take on the Women's event here:   https://youtu.be/O8XKCQn97CI?si=UCg4oj_MsrPjys4 And will be providing coverage throughout the event. Want to support the channel? Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo  (Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you.) Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojolive Discord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/ Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro1:54 - Women's Chess Tournaments #chess

8 mins
EP 112 | Ranking the 2024 FIDE Candidates poster

Join the training program - https://dojoscoreboard.comPlay Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojoliveMerch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop Who will be the next World Chess Champion? How do the 2024 FIDE Candidates stack up? GM Jesse Kraai, IM Kostya Kavutskiy, and IM David Pruess weigh in and rank the 2024 FIDE Candidates. Want to support the channel? Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo (Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you.) Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojolive Discord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/ Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips   CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro0:55 - Initial Thoughts on 2024 Candidates7:32 - Ranking the 2024 Candidates11:39 - Nijat Abasov12:54 - Vidit Gujrathi17:33 - Gukesh D.22:12 - Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa25:17 - Ian Nepomniachtchi32:15 - Alireza Firouzja38:44 - Hikaru Nakamura45:15 - Fabiano Caruana 52:52 - ChessDojo Membership Promo53:44 - Bonus questions #chess

56 mins
EP 111 | Openings poster

Join the training program - https://dojoscoreboard.com Play Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojolive Merch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop The Dojo (IM Kostya Kavutskiy, IM David Pruess, and GM Jesse Kraai) discuss openings and blitz chess in this podcast episode of Dojo Talks. This episode dives into the critical aspects of chess study, particularly the emphasis on openings and the allure yet potential pitfalls of blitz chess. We also explore the balance between studying chess for enjoyment versus serious improvement. Whether a beginner under 1500 or an advancing player, this discussion sheds light on how to approach chess study effectively.   Want to support the channel? Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo (Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you.) Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojolive Discord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/ Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips Don't forget to subscribe for more chess analysis, rapid games, and expert insights into the world of chess. Whether it's mastering chess openings or getting the upper hand in blitz chess, ChessDojo is your go-to for enhancing your chess strategy and skills. CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro to Dojo Talks0:50 - Importance of Studying Openings3:45 - Opening Study: Fun vs Compulsion8:12 - Negative Impacts of Opening Study14:01 - Active vs Passive Learning Strategies18:35 - Chess Engines and Opening Preparation22:48 - Optimal Time for Opening Study23:39 - Global Trends in Opening Study28:10 - Ideal Level to Begin Opening Study30:50 - Effective Opening Study Techniques32:50 - Blitz for Opening Practice38:20 - Risks of Blitz for Opening Study41:41 - Ben Johnson’s Insights on Blitz43:10 - Evaluating Blitz's Effectiveness in Learning49:00 - Generational Changes in Chess Study51:12 - Blitz Playing Styles51:54 - Closing Remarks on Openings #Sparring #OnlineTraining #RepertoireTechniques #PositionPractice #Chessable #Chessable #Improvement #Openings #PositionPractice #Tactics

55 mins
EP 110 | The FIDE Rating Boost ft. ChessNumbers poster

Join the training program - https://dojoscoreboard.comPlay Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojoliveMerch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop GM Jesse Kraai, IM Kostya Kavutskiy, and ChessNumbers (Tai Pruce-Zimmerman) talk about the FIDE rating conversion/update and deflation, and the statistics and math involved. Want to support the channel? Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo (Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you.) Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojolive Discord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/ Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips   0:00 Chess Rating Deflation and FIDE's Rating Boost7:28 Minimum Ratings and National/Local Ratings15:54 How Many Points Were Just Added?24:51 How Will This Affect High Rated Players?34:44 Is It Easier or Harder to Gain Rating?48:54 ChessDojo Training Program Changes #chess

77 mins
EP 109 | Ranking the Best Money Spent on Chess poster

Join the training program - https://dojoscoreboard.comPlay Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojoliveMerch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop Not sure how to spend money on chess? GM Jesse Kraai, IM Kostya Kavutskiy, and IM David Pruess rank the best and worst ways you can spend your money on chess, and share what they believe are the top investments in chess. Want to support the channel? Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo (Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you.) Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojolive Discord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/ Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips   0:00 How The Episode Will Go3:07 Books9:13 Camps16:00 Tournaments26:49 Coaching34:23 Courses41:10 Online Programs46:57 Clubs53:08 Chess.com1:02:19 Group Classes1:05:11 Free Content1:13:08 ChessBase1:22:38 Online Sites1:25:28 Nice Chess Sets1:30:12 Magazines1:37:26 Ranking Recap #chess

99 mins
EP 108 | Spaced Repetition poster

The ChessDojo sensei, IM Kostya Kavutskiy, IM David Pruess, and GM Jesse Kraai, talk about using spaced repetition in chess training (the next topic from NM Ben Johnson's book, "Perpetual Chess Improvement"). Get your copy of Ben's book here: https://amzn.to/3I3PjrM. Want to support the channel? Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo (Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you.) Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojolive Discord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/ Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips 0:00 Spaced Repetition, or The Spacing Effect5:05 How to Use Spaced Repetition 28:24 Repetition in the Dojo Training Program48:31 Intensity of Study51:56 Final Points and What's to Come #chess

56 mins
EP 107 | The Freestyle Chess G.O.A.T. Challenge poster

Join the training program - https://dojoscoreboard.comPlay Chess - https://go.chess.com/chessdojolive Merch - https://www.chessdojo.club/shop  IM David Pruess, IM Kostya Kavutskiy, and GM Jesse Kraai talk about Magnus Carlsen's tournament, the Freestyle Chess GOAT Challenge, the future of Chess 960/Fischer Random/Freestyle Chess, World Champion Ding Liren's performance, and much more in today's episode of the ChessDojo podcast, Dojo Talks! Want to support the channel? Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) o n our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo  (Shopping through our link is a great way to support the Dojo. We earn a small affiliate % but at no cost to you.) Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club  Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojolive  Discord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD  Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo  Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/  Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@/chessdojoclips  0:00 What is the Freestyle Chess GOAT Challenge?2:29 Thoughts on the Name6:34 Why The Colored Jackets?8:17 Format of the Event9:33 Will Freestyle Chess Take Over? 21:24 Knockout Matches24:22 Who Gets to Compete26:28 What Should Chess 960/Fischer Random/Freestyle Chess Be Called?29:58 How Are the Players Performing?30:59 Ding Liren’s Performance38:57 Magnus Carlsen’s Performance40:28 Can You Be Much Better or Worse at Variants?47:54 Will Fischer Random Take Off? #chess

62 mins
EP 106 | Once Great Chess Companies poster

GM Jesse Kraai, IM Kostya Kavutskiy, and IM David Pruess talk about chess companies that were once great. Interested in improving? Check out the Dojo Training Program: https://chessdojo.club   Chess is more than a game, it's a lifestyle. Live it with ChessDojo merch: https://www.chessdojo.club/shop  Want to support the channel? Donate here - https://streamelements.com/chessdojolive  Find all of our chess book recommendations (& more!) on our Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/chessdojo  Follow ChessDojo here: Website: https://chessdojo.club Twitch: https://twitch.tv/chessdojolive Discord: https://discord.gg/sUUh8HD Twitter: https://twitter.com/chess_dojo Patreon: https://patreon.com/chessdojo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chess_dojo/ Podcast: https://chessdojotalks.podbean.com/ 

53 mins

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