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Chess with Mustreader

Greg Mustreader
Chess
Magnus Carlsen
FIDE
Opening Preparation
Chess Improvement
Chess.com
Psychology
Candidates Tournament
Hikaru Nakamura
Chess Education
Ding Liren
Grandmaster Title
Chess Engines
Goal Setting
Hans Niemann
Freestyle Chess
Vladimir Kramnik
Cheating
Jan Nepomniachtchi
Daniil Dubov

My name is Greg Mustreader, I am a Candidate Master in chess, an entrepreneur and host of several podcasts.I interview top chess players (my guests include Nepo, Fabi, Aronian, Dubov etc.), play against chess AIs, analyze the most interesting chess games and combinations of today and of the past, as well as show you my path in chess and the way I work on my chess improvement.

I live in Almaty, Kaz... more

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Today I'm joined by GM Oleksandr Bortnyk, one of the world's strongest speed chess players. He shares practical advice on improving at blitz and bullet, ... more

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Recent Guests

Oleksandr Bortnyk
Grandmaster and one of the world's strongest speed chess players.
NAVI
Episode: The HARSH REALITY of Professional Chess | Oleksandr Bortnyk PODCAST
Daniil Dubov
Chess Grandmaster
Chess
Episode: DUBOV's CRAZY Match: 100 Games vs an Amateur | INTERVIEW
Danny Rensch
Co-founder of chess.com and guest on the episode
Chess.com
Episode: The END of the Hans Niemann Controversy? | Danny Rensch PODCAST
Timur Turlov
CEO of a major multinational business and candidate for FIDE president
Unknown (business leader)
Episode: What Does the NEW FIDE President Want to Change? | Timur Turlov PODCAST
Josh Smith
Club player and central figure in a high-stakes Bullet challenge
Independent player
Episode: A CLUB PLAYER Challenged DUBOV… He ACCEPTED! | PODCAST
Vishy Anand
5-time world chess champion
Episode: VISHY ANAND Back in the CANDIDATES? | PODCAST
Jan Henric Buettner
Co-founder of Freestyle Chess; candidate for FIDE president
Freestyle Chess; FIDE presidential candidate
Episode: FIDE Already PICKED the WINNER? | Jan Henric Buettner PODCAST
Vidit Gujrathi
Grandmaster, former Candidates participant, chess player and thinker
Chess player
Episode: Is Vidit QUITTING Chess? | PODCAST
Awonder Liang
Chess grandmaster discussed as guest on the podcast
Chess player (Grandmaster)
Episode: HIKARU, HANS, Future of US Chess | Awonder Liang PODCAST

Host

Greg Mustreader
Host of Chess with Mustreader

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Daniel "Danya" Naroditsky RIP

    Listening to interview with Daniel "Danya" Naroditsky I can’t help, but wonder if he was bullied paired by someone he had once admired who was so jealous of him, jealous of his popularity, and how loved and admired he was by so many people….? Daniel "Danya" Naroditsky seem to be perhaps one of the most popular and admired people in chess and the kindest and his peace of mind and well-being harmed by someone who is never gonna be loved like him, quite the opposite. I was a victim of violence and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzannah Troy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent

    I‘m pleasantly surprised, Interesting guests and excellent interviews! Спасибо from Switzerland

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guest17483836
    Switzerland2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Episodes offer practical strategies and mindset tips useful for players and coaches.
Listeners appreciate the high-level guests and candid, in-depth interviews.
Production quality and thoughtful sponsor integrations are frequently highlighted.
Some praise the show's willingness to tackle governance, tech, and industry topics within chess.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The HARSH REALITY of Professional Chess | Oleksandr Bortnyk PODCAST
Q: What are the skills that they don't have, for example, in speed chess?
Bortnyk says speed chess combines calculation with intuition, and players who practice blitz more often build stronger instincts for making decisions quickly.
The HARSH REALITY of Professional Chess | Oleksandr Bortnyk PODCAST
Q: If you had to compile a list of rules, the most important rules, laws of how to be good at speed chess, what would they be?
Bortnyk recommends frequent play and solving puzzles by tactical theme and difficulty to improve calculation speed and pattern recognition.
What Does the NEW FIDE President Want to Change? | Timur Turlov PODCAST
Q: What surprised you most during campaigning?
He notes the healthy competition and the clarity it brings about who is who, as well as the opportunities to adjust his strategy based on delegate feedback.
What Does the NEW FIDE President Want to Change? | Timur Turlov PODCAST
Q: How busy has the election cycle been for you?”,
Timur describes a highly active schedule with meetings, conferences, and direct outreach to delegates, while stressing the importance of a strong team handling day-to-day operations.
The END of the Hans Niemann Controversy? | Danny Rensch PODCAST
Q: What exactly happened with the Take Take Take partnership and why did it end?
The co-founder explains that the partnership involved content and event coverage, but it ended because Take Take Take decided to compete with Chess.com in a way that made the existing agreement no longer viable, effectively ending the collaboration.

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A deep-dish conversation-driven show that centers on high-level chess, training, and strategic insights from elite players, organizers, and industry thinkers. Episodes frequently explore career trajectories, mindset, preparation, and evolving formats in chess, including governance, technology-enabled training, and innovative event concepts. A standout pattern is hosting notable grandmasters and industry figures who share practical tips, personal stories, and forward-looking takes on the game's future, often interleaved with commentary on sponsorship, media, and audience engagement. The series is likely to appeal to serious chess players, coaches, and fans who want actionable takeaways and candid perspectives from top minds, along with liste... more

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1. Oleksandr Bortnyk
2. Daniil Dubov
3. Danny Rensch
4. Timur Turlov
5. Josh Smith
6. Vishy Anand
7. Jan Henric Buettner
8. Vidit Gujrathi

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