Chess Journeys: Tales of Adult Improvement
Dr. Kevin ScullA 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.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 288 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HobbiesLeisureSports | |||
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This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Q’wayne. He talked about resources that have helped me along his journey. We discussed the Jamaican chess scene and the goal of creating another grandmaster. Q’wayne talked about his improvement plans includi... more
This week, I'm recapping the Pacific Coast Open. It took place in early August 2026. It was one of my few great tournament successes. Hopefully, you enjoy the positivity of this one.
Chessbook: chessbook.com/?ref=kevin
chess-journeys.com - The podc... more
This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Jess about her journey from 1500 to nearly 1800 in just this summer alone. We discussed her training, which includes mostly studying and OTB chess. Jess talked about the challenges and benefits of improving a... more
This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with friend of the show Jay Garrison about our chess summers. Jay’s was full of interesting activities like the Naroditsky Memorial Tournament and the Charlotte Chess Center elite camp. He played a lot of blitz, d... more
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As an adult improved learning Chess from scratch this Podcast has been a massive help. I started using Podcasts on my daily dog walk around the same time as picking up Chess as a hobby and after some other Podcasts discovered this which is aimed at improvers like me. I’ve learnt some great tips and bought some great resources using this as you hear lots of similar recommendations. Kevin is a great host, always giving the interviewee space to walk through their journey which is great for similar ... more
Apple Podcasts5RichSwales
United Kingdom3 months ago - Yes! Keep it going!
This is a terrific podcast, I red my weekly Chess Journeys fix, don’t ever stop!
Apple Podcasts5AverageChessEnjoyer
United States4 months ago - Just terrific. Don’t ever stop Kevin.
Back from a 30-year hiatus, and this podcast was my first glimpse into a world that I no longer knew. Adult improvement? What is that? An increment of what? Tilt? Did my pinball machine become stuck? I came for chess knowledge but found something even more. The stories of why we pursue this game, the pain, and the victories. All of this and more from the perspective of an adult with limited time. Appreciate the hard work, Kevin. So yes, we, the community, still need this outlet, so don’t ever st... more
Apple Podcasts5Boldness is allUnited States4 months ago - T
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Apple Podcasts1Ottoistcool0
Germany8 months ago - My favorite chess podcast
I discovered this podcast only a week ago and have already listened to the first 25 episodes. I spend tons of time driving for work and I crave to learn about chess in that Los Angeles traffic. This fills the niche—more about how various people approach learning than about theory itself. I’m a relatively low rated adult so this is the perfect in-road to improvement. It motivates me to practice after work, and constantly gives me ideas about how to proceed. Kevin is the perfect host—funny, relata... more
Apple Podcasts5Jeb_CUnited States9 months ago
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A show focused on adult chess improvement, featuring guests who share their personal journeys, training routines, and practical strategies for progressing as longer-term players. Episodes emphasize deliberate practice, balance with work and family, community involvement, and real-world training methods over abstract theory. Noteworthy is the emphasis on accessible, actionable steps, coaching perspectives, and the presence of diverse guests—from coaches and club organizers to dedicated improvers—creating a relatable path for listeners who juggle busy lives while pursuing improvement.
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