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The Chess Angle

Long Island Chess Club
Chess
Chess Improvement
Chess Resources
David Macenulty
Education
Tactics
Long Island Chess Club
1.d4
Checkmates
Candidates Tournament 2024
System Openings
Botvinnik System
1.d4 Opening
Online Chess
Photography
World Champions
Chess Books
Common Chess Mistakes
Mikhail Botvinnik
Chess Engines

The Chess Angle is the official podcast of the renowned Long Island Chess Club in NY. We discuss chess, tournament play, and improvement at the amateur and club level. Featured guests include titled players and dedicated amateurs. New episodes drop on Sundays. Web: www.thechessangle.com. Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/TheChessAngle. Email: info@thechessangle.com. Thank you for listening and we hope ... more

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They study eight hours a day - you study between work meetings and bedtime. They’ve memorized the entire Najdorf - you’ve memorized your kids’ soccer schedule. In this episode, we talk about how to take on the true chess diehards with solid fundament... more

Early release! This week we share some thoughts on chess improvement while "adulting."

Referenced:

• Ep. 25: Chess Club Stories (First segment: LICC origin story)

• Ep. 76: Decision Fatigue and Brain Fog at the Chessboard (Game Analysis #6) (Ma... more

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This week we discuss the dark side of weekend chess tournaments in the US. 

📧 If you have a question, comment, or topic idea for a future episode, e-mail us at info@thechessangle.com.

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So your opponent is rated "only" 900 or "only" 1200 but is playing extremely well. He's not hanging anything or falling victim to tactical traps and is also demonstrating a working knowledge of positional and strategic ideas. Welcome to modern tourna... more

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Recent Guests

Anthony Arena
Data analyst and member of the Long Island Chess Club
Long Island Chess Club
Episode: Ep. 163: Adult Chess Improvement & Content Creation From a Gen-Z Perspective feat. Anthony Arena
Tim Mirabile
National Master, active tournament player, and chess educator.
Long Island Chess Club
Episode: Ep. 151: You Have 8 Years to Improve, Then It’s Game Over: A Discussion & Debate About Adult Chess Improvement feat. NM Tim Mirabile
James Nidds
Retired from Verizon and a regular at the Long Island Chess Club
Long Island Chess Club
Episode: Ep. 127: Chess Study Plans & Formulas, the Club-Level Thought Process, Tournament Strategy & More feat. James Nidds
Nick Panico
National Master and chess contributor
Episode: Ep. 112: Chess Tournament Savvy, Playing Amid Distractions, Prepping for OTB Play & More feat. NM Nick Panico (Chess Coffee Talk #4)
Michael Rahal
International Master and professional trilingual chess coach
Freelance chess coach
Episode: Ep. 110: IM Michael Rahal on the Challenges of Adult Chess Improvement & More
Max Illingworth
Australian Grandmaster, coach, author, and blogger
Chess.com
Episode: Ep. 106: GM Max Illingworth on Adult Chess Improvement, Why YouTube Videos May Not Help, "Potholes & Detours" on the road to 1600, "Unlearning" Chess, & More
Tim Just
National tournament director, FIDE national arbiter, and editor of the US Chess Rulebook
US Chess
Episode: Ep. 103: Wild Chess Tournament Stories: Cheating, Collusion, Pushy Parents & Other Tall Tales from the Amateur Chess Scene feat. Tim Just, National TD and US Chess Rulebook Editor
Nick Visel
Fellow amateur and popular figure in the adult improver and club player community
N/A
Episode: Ep. 102: Chess Improvement & Tournament Skills Roundtable feat. Nick Visel
Daniel Gormally
Grandmaster and chess commentator
Episode: Ep. 101: Candidates Tournament Preview 2024 feat. GM Daniel Gormally

Host

Neil Belon
Host and director of the Long Island Chess Club, engaging listeners through discussions on chess improvement, tournament play, and strategies aimed at adult players. He brings a wealth of experience and insights from his own challenges and successes in the chess community.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 891 ratings
  • No ego chess podcast

    Solid, actionable content. A plethora of info and level-up able insights for every day chess players. Glad I stumbled across this one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lob2k
    United States6 months ago
  • Episode 23

    The best I’ve heard and I listened to a lot of chess podcast episodes. Can’t go wrong with jazz, chess, and New York. Chess Journeys is my favorite. Perpetual chess and chess dojo are my the most hyped but my least favorites. The chess experience is somewhere in between. You are right there with chess journeys. New in chess is behind you two.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cocodojo
    United States7 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    Big fan of this podcast, really useful content even for less experienced chess players like myself and I enjoy Neal’s style as a host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stanage7
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Great for adult improvers!

    This podcast is exactly as advertised. Great, actionable insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    45382ud
    United States2 years ago
  • FANTASTC

    "The Chess Angle" is required listening for me. As specified in the intro it is a chess podcast focusing on busy improvers with limited study time. The host is knowledgeable as well as enthusiastic. He has some very interesing guests and also goes "solo" with tips for openings, tournaments and various other topics. His advice resonates with me - for example, stick to a "set" repertoire, for white & black - play a lot - analyze your games - use the chess.com lessons. He also recommends books... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stevereenomeister
    United States2 years ago

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Many highlight the engaging style of the host and commend the community atmosphere created by listener interactions.
Listeners appreciate the actionable insights and practical advice tailored for adult chess improvers.
The podcast is frequently recommended for its ability to provide useful strategies despite the hectic lives of adult players.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 166: The Busy Adult's Guide to Chess Success
Q: What advice do you have for someone who is trying to start and run their own chess club?
Individuals should be consistent, committed, and patient as they create interest and attendance in their local chess clubs.
Ep. 166: The Busy Adult's Guide to Chess Success
Q: What are some suggestions about board vision for adult learners transitioning to OTB tournaments?
Improvement in board vision comes through experience and consistent OTB play; transitioning from online to live chess is an adjustment many adults face.
Ep. 160: “Old Man” Chess: The Slow, Boring Way to Win More Games
Q: What are the advantages of employing Old Man Chess strategy?
It focuses on mistake avoidance, building a solid position, and often leaves opponents unsure in simple positions.
Ep. 160: “Old Man” Chess: The Slow, Boring Way to Win More Games
Q: What made you want to discuss Old Man Chess today?
It's a playing style I resonate with, especially being over 50, and I believe it has valuable insights for amateur players.
Ep. 157 (S10 Premiere): 1...e6 vs. EVERYTHING, Does Blitz Mess Up Your Thought Process?, & More
Q: What's the best way for the king to be active?
Once the queens are off the board, the king is generally going to become active, as it's unlikely to be the victim of a mating attack.

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Focused on enhancing chess skills particularly among amateur players, engaging discussions explore a range of topics from tournament strategies to improvement techniques. The sessions often feature guests that include both titled players and passionate amateurs, providing a diverse array of insights beneficial for club-level competitors. Unique elements include listener interaction where questions and feedback drive the content, creating a complete community atmosphere around the game, especially tailored for those with limited time to study.

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1. Anthony Arena
2. Tim Mirabile
3. James Nidds
4. Nick Panico
5. Michael Rahal
6. Max Illingworth
7. Tim Just
8. Nick Visel

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