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Perpetual Chess Podcast

Ben Johnson
Chess
Chessable
Chess Improvement
Cheating In Chess
Chess Training
Jan Gustafsson
Youtube
FIDE
Beginner Chess Mistakes
FIDE Candidates
Jeremy Silman
David Smerdon's Research
Gender Equality In Chess
Learning Techniques
Opening Theory
Women In Chess
Abihimanyu Mishra
Chess.com
Intermediate Mistakes
Teaching Methods

Perpetual Chess features weekly conversations with the chess world's best players, trainers and accomplished amateurs about their careers, current projects, best practices and the latest in chess news. Learn more at PerpetualChessPod.com

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The 2026 FIDE Candidates Tournament is almost here, and GM Jan Gustafsson joins the podcast to break down the entire field. As a leading opening theoretician who has worked on GM Magnus Carlsen’s World Championship team, Jan brings unique insight int... more

This week’s guest on the Adult Improver Series is Matt Biancuzzo. Matt is a 31-year-old New York City consultant who is very active in both the local chess scene and on social media. He has taken full advantage of New York’s many chess opportunities,... more

This week’s returning guest is NM Han Schut. Han is a former corporate executive turned Chessable author and trainer, known for his expertise in the Chess Steps Method and chess technology. Han joins me to reflect on the legacy of his fellow Dutchman... more

GM Aman Hambleton has been busy lately. In addition to his usual role as a popular Twitch streamer and Youtuber for the Chessbrah channel, he recently returned from London, where he was one of the lead commentators for Chess.com’s Speed Chess Champio... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Biancuzzo
Chess improvement educator and internet content creator
Byredofantome / Chess content creator
Episode: EP 475- Matt Biancuzzo (Byredofantome) on Keeping Chess Fun, Ignoring Rating, and Making Viral Chess Videos
Han Schut
NM Han Schut, retired corporate executive turned chess trainer and prolific author
Chess trainer and author
Episode: EP 474- NM Han Schut on GM Jan Timman’s Legacy, Chess Improvement, & Using LLM’s to Create Helpful Chess Tools
Aman Hambleton
One of Canada's top chess players and co-founder of the Chessbrahs channel
Chessbrahs
Episode: EP 473- GM Aman Hambleton on SCC London, The London System & The Future of Chess
Yasser Seirawan
Grandmaster and renowned storyteller in chess
St. Louis Chess Club
Episode: EP 470- GM Yasser Seirawan on Fischer, Najdorf, Silman & How he Became a GM-Level Storyteller
Brad Stulberg
Bestselling author and co-host of the podcast Excellence Actually
University of Michigan
Episode: EP 469- Author Brad Stulberg on What ‘Excellence’ Means for Amateur Chess Players
Surya Ganguly
Renowned opening theoretician, Chessable author, six-time champion of India
Episode: EP 467- GM Surya Ganguly on Gratitude, Overcoming Bad Tournaments & Life Lessons from Vishy Anand
Gaston Franco
Club captain of the Hammersmith Chess Club
Hammersmith Chess Club
Episode: EP 466 – Gaston Franco on the Remarkable Turnaround of the Hammersmith Chess Club and How to Grow Chess in Your Community
Junta Ikeda
Japanese-Australian chess blogger and YouTuber, 2013 National Japanese Chess Champion
Episode: EP 465: Chess Improvement Q&A with IM Junta Ikeda - Tactics, Time Trouble & Training Resources
John Donaldson
International Master and chess historian, a leading authority on Bobby Fischer.
Independent Chess Educator
Episode: EP 464- IM John Donaldson- Bobby Fischer’s Chess Improvement Advice, the Story Behind His Colossal Rating Leap

Host

Ben Johnson
Host of Perpetual Chess Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Great

    Qualifies for quality background noise from my experience

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I’m just a cool guy
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • “Just like in my book…”

    Can the host talk to one guest without pushing his own book? Great guests, good content, and I want to listen more, but constant self promotion just cheapens the whole production until it’s just too off putting.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Quercus marilandica
    United States7 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    I love all the guests on your show. I am quickly falling in love with chess myself and love to listen to this podcast while doing my daily routine! Great personalities and would like to see GothamChess back on the pod soon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skull Island 1276
    United States8 months ago
  • I love that adult learners are also featured in this podcast. It’s inspirational to hear about other people my age who are picking up chess for the first time or dusting off the old skills. And of course the IM and GM guests are amazing, too! Lots of humorous stories from pros and learners alike.

    Audible
    5
    zonnebloem
    United States9 months ago
  • Inspirational and funny

    I love that adult learners are also featured in this podcast. It’s inspirational to hear about other people my age who are picking up chess for the first time or dusting off the old skills. And of course the IM and GM guests are amazing, too! Lots of humorous stories from pros and learners alike.

    Audible
    5
    zonnebloem
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

A few critiques mention perceived self-promotion or pacing issues and some calls for more neutrality on socio-political topics.
Many appreciate the depth and breadth of topics, from opening theory to chess culture and books.
Listeners consistently praise guest quality and the host's interviewing skill.

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#18
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Apple Podcasts
#139
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#13
United Kingdom/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#90
United Kingdom/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#109
Canada/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP 475- Matt Biancuzzo (Byredofantome) on Keeping Chess Fun, Ignoring Rating, and Making Viral Chess Videos
Q: How long does a typical video take you to make, given the impressions and variety in your content?
Videos can be very quick to produce, sometimes just a few seconds for five-second clips, or up to a minute for longer pieces; the key is low editing time and high concept, with a focus on being innovative rather than cinematic.
EP 475- Matt Biancuzzo (Byredofantome) on Keeping Chess Fun, Ignoring Rating, and Making Viral Chess Videos
Q: First of all, so you have a day job, right, Matt?
Yes, I have a day job, but I also pursue entrepreneurial chess ventures and create content on the side which feeds into my broader chess-related projects.
EP 474- NM Han Schut on GM Jan Timman’s Legacy, Chess Improvement, & Using LLM’s to Create Helpful Chess Tools
Q: How did Claude-based coding change your approach to creating chess tools?
Claude enabled a smooth, conversational workflow to generate a searchable 1.2 million puzzle database, convert it to a PGN, index with ECO codes, and integrate it with ChessBase for easy reference and teaching applications.
EP 472- Author Katie Kormanik on How Chess Helped Shape Her Life, and Why She Left it Behind
Q: And did you start this before or after the Queen's Gambit came out?
I started this in 2019, before Queen's Gambit.
EP 472- Author Katie Kormanik on How Chess Helped Shape Her Life, and Why She Left it Behind
Q: What role do you think gender dynamics played in sort of how you related to the chess world?
I definitely would get a lot of attention... I had a great experience playing with the guys.

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A long-running, deep-dive interview show focused on chess culture, improvement, and the people shaping the game—from top grandmasters and coaches to authors and community organizers. Episodes commonly explore tournament life, opening ideas, and improvement strategies, often weaving in book recommendations, historic anecdotes, and thoughts on the role of technology (AI tools, databases, and online platforms) in learning and competition. Noteworthy is the balance between high-level chess insight and accessible, relatable storytelling, plus frequent reflections on community-building and grassroots chess development. Listeners can expect thoughtful guests, practical takeaways for players at all levels, and a steady stream of perspectives from e... more

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2. Han Schut
3. Aman Hambleton
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6. Surya Ganguly
7. Gaston Franco
8. Junta Ikeda

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