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Perpetual Chess Podcast

Ben Johnson
Chess
Chess Improvement
Chessable
FIDE Candidates Tournament
Magnus Carlsen
World Championship
Chess Education
FIDE
Hikaru Nakamura
Chess Training
World Chess Championship
Gukesh
Youtube
Fabiano Caruana
Bobby Fischer
Ding Liren
FIDE Candidates
Chess Books
FIDE World Cup
Chess.com

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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Latest Episodes

IM David Vigorito is a three-time state champion, renowned opening theoretician and trainer, and the author of many highly regarded books and Chessable courses. His latest course, 1. e4: The Gold Standard, offers an ambitious, principled repertoire a... more

GM Valentin Dragnev is a two-time Austrian national champion and former chess Olympian who has had memorable OTB encounters with GM Magnus Carlsen, Vasyl Ivanchuk, and many other top players. After achieving so much over the board, he has increasingl... more

The Adult Improver Series returns to welcome back an accomplished guest. Kyle Boddy is the founder of Driveline Baseball, an influential company that provides training and performance guidance for professional and aspiring baseball players. Despite t... more

With the recent news of his passing, this week we look at the remarkable and wide-ranging chess legacy of FM Bill Goichberg. Among many other distinctions, Bill was the founder of the Continental Chess Association and the creator of the U.S. National... more

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Recent Guests

David Vigorito
International Master, longtime trainer, author, and opening expert
Independent chess educator, Chessable author
Episode: EP 498- IM David Vigorito on How to Improve as an Adult & Build a Better Opening Repertoire
Valentin Dragnev
Grandmaster, Austria's top players, co-founder of Chessivity
Chessivity
Episode: EP 497- GM Valentin Dragnev on Improving Thought Processes, Building Chess Community and his Most Memorable OTB Moments
Jon Jacobs
Former finance professional turned chess journalist; contributor to Chess Life and American chess magazines
Freelance chess journalist
Episode: EP 495- How Bill Goichberg Changed American Chess with FM Jon Jacobs
Jacob Aagaard
Grandmaster, author and trainer
Quality Chess Books; Killer Chess Training
Episode: EP 494- GM Jacob Aagaard on How to Improve Calculation & Learn From Your Mistakes
Vasif Durarbayli
Grandmaster and founder of Chess Ever
Chess Ever
Episode: EP 493- GM Vasif Durarbayli: Why Every Serious Chess Player Needs a Coach
Michael Duke
Chess improvement expert, founder of Chessfam
Chessfam
Episode: EP 492: Mr. Dodgy on Improving at Classical Chess + Chess Fam
Eugene Perelshteyn
Grandmaster, chess author, opening theoretician
Grandmaster Secrets; Chessable
Episode: EP 491: Lessons from the Naroditsky Memorial with FM Dalton Perrine, GM Eugene Perelshteyn and NM Mike Mahoney
Mike Mahoney
Semi-retired chess player and pharmacist
Naroditsky Memorial attendee; photographer/blogger
Episode: EP 491: Lessons from the Naroditsky Memorial with FM Dalton Perrine, GM Eugene Perelshteyn and NM Mike Mahoney
Bruce Pandolfini
Legendary chess teacher and author; consulted on Queen's Gambit and Searching for Bobby Fischer
Independent educator; chess author and consultant
Episode: EP 490- Bruce Pandolfini on 50 Years of Teaching Chess

Host

Ben Johnson
Host of Perpetual Chess Podcast; frequently interviews grandmasters, coaches, and educators about improvement, publishing, and chess culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Love listening to your adult improvers

    Always interesting, I look forward to your new podcast every week. Makes my daily commute a joy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MatrixTransform
    Australia5 months ago
  • Enjoyable

    Enjoyable

    Pity about all the adverts for betting .

    No problem with adverts just the content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veganman1961
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Great

    Qualifies for quality background noise from my experience

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I’m just a cool guy
    United Kingdom10 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the host for asking thoughtful questions and featuring a broad, eclectic range of guests.
Some critics note occasional sponsor-heavy episodes and pacing issues.
Fans appreciate deep dives into chess improvement and coaching strategies.

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#13
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#119
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#12
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#108
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#132
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP 498- IM David Vigorito on How to Improve as an Adult & Build a Better Opening Repertoire
Q: How has learning and training changed with stronger engines around?
David explains that engines are now central to preparation; players should use engines selectively, focus on positions, and verify ideas rather than chasing every line.
EP 496: Kyle Boddy on His Continued Journey from Sub-1000 to 1550 USCF
Q: What role does routine and energy management play in your tournament preparation and performance?
Sleep balance and a strict schedule are essential; I track sleep with an Oura Ring, train physically (swimming in Vegas), and organize study blocks with clear start and stop times before games to stay in the right mental state.
EP 496: Kyle Boddy on His Continued Journey from Sub-1000 to 1550 USCF
Q: How do you approach tactics and endgames to ensure improvements stick over time?
I use a combination of tactical puzzle work, endgame study with books like Sillman and Dvoretsky as references, and hands-on review of my games; I also rely on Maya for endgame practice and, crucially, I connect ideas to practical play rather than just memorizing positions.
EP 496: Kyle Boddy on His Continued Journey from Sub-1000 to 1550 USCF
Q: What is your actual approach to learning an opening, especially the switch from D4 to E4, and how do you implement it in practice?
I rely on a mix of Chessable, Lead chess Explorer, and building my own opening book; I analyze strong master games by hand weekly, and I review model games provided by a coach to understand ideas behind each move, focusing on why moves are chosen rather than blindly memorizing lines.
EP 495- How Bill Goichberg Changed American Chess with FM Jon Jacobs
Q: What do you consider Bill's most lasting legacy in chess?
His role in founding and nurturing the scholastic and rated tournament structure, including the National Scholastic Championships and the shift toward broader, organized youth participation that still drives chess in the U.S. today.

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What is Perpetual Chess Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly conversation that brings together top chess players, coaches, authors, and educators to discuss improvement practices, coaching philosophies, and the evolving chess ecosystem. Guests range from seasoned grandmasters and renowned teachers to young prodigies and industry innovators, with topics spanning practical training methods, opening ideas, publishing and media in chess, and the intersection of technology and learning. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on actionable advice for improvers, the prominence of coaching and education themes, and the presence of guests who shape both the game and its culture. Potential listeners include adult players looking to level up, educators seeking teaching insights, and industry professionals ... more

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2. Valentin Dragnev
3. Jon Jacobs
4. Jacob Aagaard
5. Vasif Durarbayli
6. Michael Duke
7. Eugene Perelshteyn
8. Mike Mahoney

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