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Opening expert, Twitch streamer, former Team Magnus member, and longtime friend of the pod, GM Jan Gustafsson is back for another fun and far-reaching interview! We talk about the origins of his new Chessable course on the Austrian Defense, how his approach to repertoire building has evolved, and get his take on the recent Freestyle Chess drama in Vegas. Jan also reflects on the legacy of GM Boris Spassky, laments his struggles with memory and motivation, and mourns the end (for now) of FM Donny Ariel's quest for online stardom. Per tradition, we also touch on non-chess subjects such as parenting, basketball, and TV shows and Jan's appearance is as entertaining as ever. Thanks to our sponsor, Chessable.com! If you sign up for Chessable Pro in order to unlock discounts and additional features, be sure to use the following link: https://www.chessable.com/pro/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=benjohnson&utm_campaign=pro And you can check out their new offerings here: https://www.chessable.com/courses/all/new/ https://www.perpetualchesspod.com/partners 0:02- Brief parenting discussion 0:04- How does Jan go about learning an opening? How did he choose the lines for a course on The Austrian attack? 0:11- The time Jan had to join the Chess.com anti-cheating Zoom call during Titled Tuesday 0:15- How was Jan's most recent tournament, the Thailand Open? 0:18- What did Jan think of the first day of the Las Vegas Freestyle tournament? 0:19- What will Jan be doing at the E-Sports World Cup? (plus a little chess Bundesliga talk) Mentioned: GM Peter Heine Nielsen-Gustafsson 2025- https://www.chessgames.com/perl/chessgame?gid=2833767 22:00- Back to discussion of the freestyle tournament Mentioned: Clip of GM Hans Niemann celebrating Aronian's upset of Carlsen https://www.reddit.com/r/chess/comments/1m1xeex/hans_claps_and_bows_down_to_levon_aronian/ 25:00- Should spectators at major chess events be allowed to bring phones? 28:00- Brief basketball talk- When will The Rights to Ricky Sanchez podcast have GM Jan Gustafsson on their podcast? 31:00- FIDE Women's World Cup- Who is Jan rooting for? 32:00- Did Jan ever meet recently deceased Former World Champion Boris Spassky? 35:00- What happened to FM Donny Ariel's quest for the grandmaster title? Mentioned: EP 421 with GM Jan Gustafsson and FM Donny Ariel https://www.perpetualchesspod.com/new-blog/2025/2/11/ep-421-gm-jan-gustafsson-and-fm-donny-ariel-discussion-can-a-mid-40s-working-dad-make-grandmaster-without-doing-any-worknbsp 43:00- I asked Chat GPT to come up with 20 questions for Jan Gustafsson. Jan answers about 18 of them! We discuss the nature of chess talent, what makes Magnus special, Jan's favorite chess job, and more. Mentioned: Jan and GM Peter Heine Nielsen's Top 50 Players Series: https://www.chess.com/lessons/hall-of-fame-the-50-greatest-chess-players-of-all-time 1:07:00- Thanks as always to GM Jan Gustafsson for joining! Here is how to keep up with him: Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/janistantv Chessable courses: https://www.chessable.com/author/JanGustafsson/ If you would like to help support Perpetual Chess via Patreon, you can do so here: https://www.patreon.com/c/perpetualchess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's the Year of Social Chess and former NZ Chess Champion Evguenia Charomova is championing the cause - running programmes in her community for those who want to play and also teaching autistic children how to play the game.
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Today's story: A new global chess tour is trying to make the ancient game more exciting—for both players and viewers. Spearheaded by Magnus Carlsen, the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour shakes up traditional chess by randomizing the starting position of key pieces. The format reduces the advantage of computer-assisted preparation and rewards raw skill and intuition. The games are also broadcast with modern, viewer-friendly features like live commentary and player confessionals.Transcript & Exercises: https://plainenglish.com/792Full lesson: https://plainenglish.com/792 --Upgrade all your skills in English: Plain English is the best current-events podcast for learning English.You might be learning English to improve your career, enjoy music and movies, connect with family abroad, or even prepare for an international move. Whatever your reason, we'll help you achieve your goals in English.How it works: Listen to a new story every Monday and Thursday. They're all about current events, trending topics, and what's going on in the world. Get exposure to new words and ideas that you otherwise might not have heard in English.The audio moves at a speed that's right for intermediate English learners: just a little slower than full native speed. You'll improve your English listening, learn new words, and have fun thinking in English.--Did you like this episode? You'll love the full Plain English experience. Join today and unlock the fast (native-speed) version of this episode, translations in the transcripts, how-to video lessons, live conversation calls, and more. Tap/click: PlainEnglish.com/joinHere's where else you can find us: Instagram | YouTube | WhatsApp | EmailMentioned in this episode:Hard words? No problemNever be confused by difficult words in Plain English again! See translations of the hardest words and phrases from English to your language. Each episode transcript includes built-in translations into Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Polish, and Turkish. Sign up for a free 14-day trial at PlainEnglish.com
Lost Piece Exercise: The audio will tell you the position of most of the pieces on the board. Can you work out where the missing piece is meant to be? To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization FEN for today's exercise: 5rk1/5n1p/3p4/8/8/5P2/1B3P1P/5R1K b - - 0 1 And the answer is... Ne7
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This week's show begins with some Listener Mailbag questions about opening choices. We then discuss the concept of "Old Man" Chess, which emphasizes a safe, ultra-solid, and risk-averse playing style that is often very effective at the club level. The conversation also explores the balance between tactical and positional play, the advantages and disadvantages of "Old Man" Chess, and insights from this Reddit post.
Position Exercise: The audio will tell you where each of the pieces on the board are and whose turn it is. Find the best move! To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization FEN for today's exercise: 6k1/8/4p3/2b1P3/1p3P2/3p4/PPqQ4/K1B5 b - - 3 1 And the answer is... 1... Bd4 2. Qxc2 dxc2
Help Imkhitha Joya Represent South Africa at the World Youth Chess Championships. The talented 14-year-old Imkhitha Joya, from Old Crossroads, Nyanga in Cape Town, continues to shine on the national stage in 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We talk AI and its ability to play Chess with Robert Caruso Jr. who has tried many of them, Michael still can't print, I copy my stuff to an external drive,
Aiden answers your questions about conceptualization and making the adult brain better at Chess. Send your questions to @AidenAtDontMove on Twitter, or aiden@dontmoveuntilyousee.it Read the series about mantras and taming your intuition here: https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/your-enthusiastic-friend To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization
Hybrid Puzzle: The audio will tell you where each of the pieces on the board are, then read a series of moves from that position. When prompted, try to identify the best next move. To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization FEN for today's exercise: 1r6/6P1/2p1Nk2/7p/4R3/8/7K/8 b - - 0 1 PGN for today's exercise: { Rashkovsky vs Ivanov (Elista, 1995) } 1... Rg8 2. Kg3 c5 3. Kh4 Kg6 4. Rf4 c4 5. Rf8 Kh7 6. Kxh5 c3 * And the answer is... 7. Ng5+ Kxg7 8. Rf7+ Kh8 9. Rh7# *
Helen Lewis is a big deal y'all, and yes we'd be saying that even if she didn't have a British accent. She's a staff writer at The Atlantic, author of the new book The Genius Myth: A Curious History of a Dangerous Idea , as well as Difficult Women: An Imperfect History of Feminism. She has written and presented several BBC (ooh!) Radio shows including "The New Gurus"and our personal favorite, "Helen Lewis Has Left the Chat. You can also find her right here on Substack, at Helen Lewis. Good for the Jews is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.We talk overrated geniuses, AI and the class divide, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and other very serious topics that Helen manages to make really fun.Also:* London survived The Blitz, so we'll all be ok* Jewish Rumspringa* Helen Lewish isn't Jewish, but the Manosphere thinks she is* Chess.com is the new 4Chan* The Genius Myth* Was Shakespeare a black trans woman?* 1600s LinkedIn* Einstein was Mid, but he had great branding* AI and the class divide* The Ayatollah has a suprise for us* Gout and IQ* Helen Lewis has left the chat* WhatsApp drama is life* Greta Thunberg created Zionists * What people don't understand about Israelis is….* Helen admits that America is beating the UK!* Oh wait, now she's talking about inequality* Babies need to start pulling their weight and giving more to charity* 2025 feminismThanks for reading Good for the Jews! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit askajew.substack.com/subscribe
Anna & Pia Cramling, the greatest mother-daughter duo in chess, join the boys in St. Louis for a rare In-Person episode. We talk everything, from growing up in a chess family dynamic, to social media fame, to women's titles in chess and more.♟️Play With Us: https://www.chess.com/join/csqpod?ref_id=207174611
A quick lesson in conceptualization from Aiden at Don't Move Until You See It. To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization
In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love delves into a series of AI-related stories. Google's Gemini AI withdraws from a chess match against an Atari 2600 chess engine after realizing its limitations. Researchers from MIT and EPFL identify a 'phase transition' in AI language models where they begin to understand semantics over syntax. The episode also highlights the growing issue of AI-generated 'slop,' which overwhelms content reviewers and dilutes quality across various fields. Lastly, Amazon's strategic investment in Anthropic is explored, focusing on infrastructure rather than consumer-friendly AI applications, potentially positioning Amazon as a key player in the AI revolution. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:27 Gemini AI vs. Atari Chess Challenge 02:15 AI's Leap to Understanding Meaning 05:38 The Rise of AI-Generated Content 08:49 Amazon's Strategic Investment in AI 11:22 Conclusion and Upcoming Shows
President Trump has attempted to signal a change of tune toward Russian President Vladimir Putin in his war against Ukraine.On Today's Show:Garry Kasparov, former world chess champion and democracy activist, plus host of The Atlantic podcast "Autocracy in America," chairman of the Renew Democracy Initiative and a vice president of the World Liberty Congress, offers his take on how the United States of America can avoid backsliding into autocracy.
In this in-depth discussion, Tara and Lee unpack the leaked conversation suggesting Donald Trump proposed selling weapons to Ukraine rather than simply giving them away—an approach they argue would have saved U.S. taxpayers billions. They debate the wisdom of targeting Russian cities, warn against deeper entanglement in the conflict, and criticize Biden's failure to enforce secondary sanctions on nations like India and China that secretly buy Russian oil. Highlighting the BRICS nations' moves to undermine the dollar, they call for tough tariffs to curb adversaries without risking a direct military clash. The hosts argue America should profit from arms sales while avoiding boots on the ground—and remind listeners that behind the scenes, the U.S. has been running the war effort from Europe all along.
Go behind the music and uncover the secrets of one of the world's most iconic supergroups. In this episode, award-winning Swedish music journalist Jan Gradvall joins us to reveal The Story of ABBA, drawing from his new book, "The Story of ABBA: Melancholy Undercover." We explore the fascinating human drama, the cultural clashes, and the surprising musical genius that propelled a band from Sweden to global domination. What is the shocking truth behind their happiest songs? Jan Gradvall, who has interviewed all four members, pulls back the curtain on the legends.From their formation as two couples who stumbled into a magical sound, to their complex journey through the pop world, this is The Story of ABBA as you've never heard it before. We start with their detailed ABBA Eurovision History, from the 1973 competition they lost in Sweden with "Ring Ring" to their game-changing 1974 victory with "Waterloo"—a glam-rock-infused pop track that broke the mold. Jan explains how the band faced intense opposition from the ABBA Progg Movement, a left-wing cultural force in Sweden that despised their commercial, capitalist sound and questioned their art. This deep dive uncovers the core of their unique sound, a concept Benny Andersson calls "Melancholy Undercover." Learn how the long, dark Scandinavian winters infused their music with a deep Swedish Melancholy in Music, creating a bittersweet feeling even in their most upbeat anthems, a sound rooted in Swedish folk traditions and Benny's accordion.Beyond the cultural context, we explore the incredible and often overlooked talent of Agnetha Fältskog, musician. While many focused on her looks, Agnetha was the only member who could read music, an accomplished classical piano player, and a prolific songwriter in her own right. Jan Gradvall shares insights from his personal interviews with all four members, revealing why Björn Ulvaeus can't remember being on tour and how the rhythm for "Take a Chance on Me" came from the sound of him jogging. We discuss how the band never officially broke up, the 90s revival sparked by the gay community and artists like Kurt Cobain, and the origins of global phenomena like the musical Chess and the stage and film sensation Mamma Mia. This is the definitive inside look at the band's journey, their conflicts, their creative process, and how they became more popular today than ever before.ABOUT OUR GUEST:Jan Gradvall is an award-winning writer and one of Sweden's most respected music journalists. With over 40 years of experience, he has cultivated a close journalistic relationship with ABBA, having been the first journalist to conduct in-depth interviews with all four members for a single story. He is also an instrumental founder of the Swedish Music Hall of Fame. His book, "The Story of ABBA: Melancholy Undercover," is built on his decades of work and unique access to the band.TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS:(00:00) Introduction to ABBA's Hidden Story(02:09) ABBA's Eurovision History: From 'Ring Ring' to 'Waterloo'(07:30) Clashing with the Culture: ABBA vs. Sweden's 'Progg' Movement(10:26) Before the Supergroup: ABBA's Roots in Swedish Folk and Rock(12:44) Melancholy Undercover: The Swedish Soul of ABBA's Music(14:43) Decoding 'Tourist English': The Charm of ABBA's Lyrical Style(16:50) More Than an Image: The Overlooked Musical Talents of Agnetha Fältskog(30:09) A Hiatus, Not a Breakup: ABBA's Unofficial Split and 90s Revival(34:55) The Mamma Mia Phenomenon: From a Daring Idea to a Global Sensation(40:39) The Enduring Legacy: The ABBA Museum and the 'ABBA Voyage' ExperienceGet Jan Gradvall's Book, "The Story of ABBA: Melancholy Undercover": https://amzn.to/46M3Qpn
In Hour 2 of Willard and Dibs, the guys get big man Trayce Jackson-Davis on the show and he shares what his offseason has been like, playing Chess ( or not ) with Quentin Post, supporting guys in Summer League in Las Vegas and much more!
In hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, Dibs is still live from NBA Summer League in Vegas, they get into what's going on out there in Sin City. They touch base with NBA insider, Marc Stein. He informs the guys on what he's hearing about the Kuminga and Lebron situations. Plus, he believes the Warriors will acquire De'Anthony Melton, Al Horford and possibly...Bradley Beal? In Hour 2 of Willard and Dibs, the guys get big man Trayce Jackson-Davis on the show and he shares what his offseason has been like, playing Chess ( or not ) with Quentin Post, supporting guys in Summer League in Las Vegas and much more! In hour 3 of Willard and Dibs, the guys get into the Giants and what they've seen so far after 97 games and what they think lies ahead for the rest of the season. Plus, they wonder if a big bat just an hour away from Oracle Park is available at the deadline...Brent Rooker anyone? In the final hour of Willard and Dibs, the guys end the show talking to former Warrior, Jason Richardson who provides insight on how Mike Dunleavy is doing as GM, Kuminga, plus why guys aren't playing back to back games as much.
Game Exercise: Close your eyes and follow along with an entire Chess game using the audio below. On each move, try to conceptualize the position clearly and understand how it has changed. Try to follow the game until the end to stretch the amount of moves you can see ahead. To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization PGN for today's exercise: 1. e4 e5 2. Bc4 Nf6 3. d3 c6 4. Nf3 d6 5. O-O Be7 6. Re1 O-O 7. Nbd2 Nbd7 8. c3 Re8 9. Bxf7+ Kxf7 10. Ng5+ Kg8 11. Ne6 1-0
This episode is about how life mirrors chess and law
I speak about making your next move your best move and how chess mirrors your life and how to apply it in life and law.
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GM Johan Hellsten returns to Perpetual Chess for a deep dive into one of the most overlooked yet essential chess skills: defense. Johan is the 2006 Swedish National Champion and a renowned author and coach, best known for his Mastering Chess series. In this interview, he shares insights from his latest book and Chessable course, Mastering Chess Defense (also available in print), reflecting on why defending is often harder than attacking, which players are best to study to improve your defensive play, and key concepts like “the lifeline.” Johan is a true professional and always a pleasure to talk chess with. Timestamps of topics discussed are below. Thanks to our sponsor, Chessable.com! If you sign up for Chessable Pro in order to unlock discounts and additional features, be sure to use the following link: https://www.chessable.com/pro/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=benjohnson&utm_campaign=pro And you can check out their new offerings here: https://www.chessable.com/courses/all/new/ https://www.perpetualchesspod.com/partners 0:00- We begin with an impromptu discussion of obscure chess opening names including the Austrian Defense, the Tartakower Caro Kann, The Fegatello Italian, and the Polerio Italian Defense 10:00- Why is it harder for people to spot defensive resources than tactics? 15:00- How did Johan find so many good defensive examples? Check out Johan's separate course on defense for Chessmood members: https://chessmood.com/course/chess-defense 21:00- Patreon mailbag question: How should amateur players incorporate chess defense into their thinking processes? 29:00- What is the definition of defense? 31:00- Did Johan ever meet legendary GM Miguel Najdorf? Mentioned: El Viejo by GM Zenon Franco Najdorf X Najdorf by Liliana Najdorf Kasparov vs. Najdorf Bugojno 1982 https://www.chessgames.com/perl/chessgame?gid=1069983 36:00- Out of Kasparov, Karpov, Korchnoi, Spassky, whose games were the most instructive? Mentioned: GM Emmanuel Berg Check out Johan's Youtube videos about Petrosian and Ulf Andersson here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYAkeoP9TTs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDo--EPHnfc 42:00- More book recs from Johan! Mentioned: Timman's Triumphs: https://www.amazon.com/Timmans-Triumphs-100-Best-Games/dp/9056919172 Speed Demon: https://www.amazon.com/Speed-Demon-Fascinating-Tragic-Vyzhmanavin/dp/9493257819 GM Judit Polgar's Quality Chess Trilogy: https://www.amazon.com/Game-Queens-Judit-Polgar-Teaches 46:00- What is the chess defensive resource that is sometimes referred to as “the lifeline?” Mentioned: GM Hellsten's Chessmood article about it: https://chessmood.com/blog/lifeline-chess-tactic Or move 32 of this Korchnoi-Fisher 1962 Curaco game: https://www.chessgames.com/perl/chessgame?gid=1044560 49:00- What do the concepts of “Evolution and revolution” have to do with chess defense? Mentioned: GM Josif Dorfman's “The Method” https://www.abebooks.com/Method-Chess-Dorfman-Iossif-Sarl-Game/31453994460/bd 52:00- More chess book talk! Mentioned: Boris Spassky's Best Games https://www.amazon.com/Boris-Spasskys-Best-Games-Rising/dp/1784832006 53:00- Check out the two defensive puzzles we discuss in this Lichess study: https://lichess.org/study/1AlpJ6gn/3b3ZdebD Spassky-Geller move 35- https://www.chessgames.com/perl/chessgame?gid=1049395 Carlsen-Duda 2025 is included and annotated by NM Anthony Levin for Chess.com here (as well as in the LiChess study): https://www.chess.com/news/view/2025-cct-chesscom-classic-playoffs-day-1 If you would like to join the Perpetual Chess Patreon community for access to ad-free episodes and other perks, you can do so here: https://www.patreon.com/c/perpetualchess Check out special offers for free trials and/or discounts from our partner websites including Chessmood, ChessDojo, and Chess.com via the link below: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the final hour of Willard and Dibs, the fellas end the show discussing who made the All-Star Game in Atlanta this year. Plus, is it Giants fans fault for selling their tickets during the Dodgers series? Plus, is there anything to see here when it came to Kevon Looney moving on from the Bay to the Bayou? Also, Warriors center, Quinten Post joins the show to pump his Chess-t.
Welcome to the Tuesday insight. Today's episode originally appeared as an article at https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/blog. In episode, I mention two habits you can build. Follow the links to learn about the Vacated Square habit (https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/the-vacated-square) and the Mantra habit (https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/safety-net). To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization
Welcome back to another inspiring and uplifting episode of Rick's Rambles Podcast! This week, we're diving into the fascinating world of chess in our Fun Facts of the Week segment! Discover the ancient origins of this timeless game, how it sharpens the mind, and why it continues to captivate players around the globe. In our Good News Story, we highlight a heartwarming space camp initiative inspired by the legendary Nichelle Nichols, who portrayed Lt. Uhura in Star Trek. Decades after the series first aired, Nichols' legacy continues to launch dreams into orbit! Then, it's time for The Story Behind the Song — and we're spotlighting a classic: "Close to You" by The Carpenters. Learn about the song's origins, the creative minds behind it, and the role it played in skyrocketing The Carpenters to fame. And as always, we wrap things up with a smile in our Quirky Holidays of the Week segment! ✨ Tune in for positivity, nostalgia, music, and more on Rick's Rambles Podcast — where every episode is a journey through life, laughter, and learning. If you'd like to support the Rick's Rambles Podcast, please share it on your own social media and let folks know what you are listening to! If you'd like to support the Indianapolis Ceili Band in their journey to Ireland, maybe purchase a Tshirt, follow them on social media, here is their Linktree!
Illegal Move Exercise: The audio will lead you through a series of moves from the beginning of a game. Somewhere in there, a player will make an illegal move but the game will continue anyway. Find the illegal move. To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization PGN for today's exercise: 1. Nf3 Nf6 2. g3 d5 3. Bg2 Bd7 4. O-O Nbd7 5. d4 c5 6. dxc5 e6 * And the answer is... Black's move 4... Nbd7 is illegal because that square is already occupied by the light-squared Bishop.
In this episode, Neal shares his experience from a recent night at the LI Chess Club, discussing the challenges of tournament conditions and the nature of 'ugly wins.' The conversation transitions into listener questions, covering topics such as the value of attending chess clubs, the etiquette surrounding draw offers, and the effectiveness of coaching for improvement. Neal also discusses various opening systems for White, emphasizing the importance of having a set repertoire while being open to mixing strategies. The final segment is a commentary on the excellent article 10 White Opening Systems. This episode is a follow-up to Ep. 100: The Hippopotamus Defense and Other Chess Opening Systems for Black. Key Takeaways: Not every game will be perfect; some wins are messy. Playing in uncomfortable conditions can affect performance. Online chess serves as a tool rather than a primary focus. Draw offers can be seen as disrespectful if made prematurely. Higher-rated players often won't accept draws against lower-rated opponents. Coaching can provide insights that engines may miss. Mixing up opening strategies can be beneficial. Applying new systems can enhance gameplay without extensive memorization.
Find the Blunder Exercise: The audio will lead you through a series of moves from the beginning of a game. One player will blunder and the other will not punish them for it. Can you find the blunder and the best punishment? To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization PGN for today's exercise: 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2 O-O 5. a3 Bxc3+ 6. Qxc3 b6 7. Nf3 Bb7 8. e3 d6 9. b4 a5 10. b5 Nbd7 11. Bb2 Ne4 12. Qc2 f5 13. Be2 Ng5 14. d5 Qe8 15. Nd4 exd5 16. cxd5 Bxd5 17. Qxc7 Rc8 18. Qxd6 * And the answer is... 15. Nxg5
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Aiden answers your questions about conceptualization and making the adult brain better at Chess. Send your questions to @AidenAtDontMove on Twitter, or aiden@dontmoveuntilyousee.it Read the series about mantras and taming your intuition here: https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/your-enthusiastic-friend To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization
The 1952s regroup to share their discoveries after a terrifying encounter in the woods. Tensions run high at the clinic as the power outages continue. | Olympus Dale: The Ghost of Valkyrie was created by, written, and directed by Tom Durham. CAST: Madeline Jayne as Valkyrie Smith, Jefferson Hunter as Niels Newton Smith, Mia Bagley as Reina Galadriel Gomez, K-ets Yah Khai as Alastair "Skinny" Bones, Eric Villasmil as Chesterton "Chess" Wardle, Ali Durham as Martha Smith, Crystal Buras as Bonnet "Bonzy" Smith, Sila Agavale as Major John Howling Wolf, Danor Gerald as Captain Dolittle, Isaac Akers as Corporal Clayton Coldpepper, Ali Durham as Annie Lee, Kaylin Jones as Olympia, Luiz Laffey as Dr. Hector Gomez, Ana Yslas as Dr. Ana Gomez, Emily Tucker Latham as Trooper Alice Bones, and Joe Rising as Trooper David Bones. | The sound team was led by Trent Reimschussel and Cayson Renshaw, with dialogue editing by Ward Lewis & Luke Gunnerson, music editing by Hannah Evans & Dallin Nielsen, and sound design and mixing by Charles Clarke & Hannah Evans. The Olympus Dale theme is by Daniel Davis. | Olympus Dale: The Ghost of Valkyrie is produced by Brian Tanner, Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Heather Bigley, with production coordination by Trent Hortin, Evie Hendrix, and Hannah Harlan. | Olympus Dale: The Ghost of Valkyrie comes from the Kaboom: An Audio Adventure Podcast team, and is a production of BYUradio.
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Ray thinks Ramsey will be "a chess piece" the Steelers move around to play different spots. We don't know that Juan Thornhill can start. The wide receiver room is still weak without depth and both safety and receiver are major concerns. Aaron Rodgers is the biggest move of the offseason. Ray is looking forward to watching Kaleb Johnson.
Hour 2 with Jason Mackey: Ray gives the Steelers a B- for the offseason and there are some concerns with how Jalen Ramsey can gel on defense. Ray thinks Ramsey will be "a chess piece" the Steelers move around to play different spots. Rob in West Mifflin doesn't want to pay T.J. Watt $40 million but we all think they will pay him the money.
Opening Exercise: The audio will lead you through a series of moves from the beginning of a game. At a certain point, one player will make a mistake and it'll be your job to find the move to punish it. To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization PGN for today's exercise: [White "Maxwells_Hammer"] [Black "Computer"] 1. c4 e5 2. Nc3 Nf6 3. Nf3 Nc6 4. d4 exd4 5. Nxd4 Bb4 6. Bg5 O-O 7. g3 Qe7 8. Nb5 d6 9. a3 Ne5 10. axb4 * And the answer is... 10... Nf3#
In this episode, MacKenzie sits down with Evie and Mara, two sisters who attend our very own GT School. They share what it's like to be in a program designed for gifted and talented students, how they both got into chess, and even show off a surprising memorization feat!
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The Seattle Sounders are coming off a 1-1 tie with the Columbus Crew. While the result was rendered almost meaningless by the way the game ended, now that it's clear Stefan Frei is doing much better it feels like we can finally unpack what actually happened.Sponsor
SEO Optimizing Websites: SEO, AI, for High Market Authority with SEO Expert, Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MSFrom this episode, Favour had audio Marketing Clubhouse audio roundtable session, where we discuss crucial aspects of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for websites, particularly focusing on new and established online presences. He emphasized the need for a strong web presence in today's digital landscape, despite the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT, as these AI systems often pull information from well-optimized websites.Key topics include understanding Google's new "MUVERA" algorithm (Multi-Vector Retrieval Algorithm), the importance of technical SEO elements like H1 tags and schema markup, and the value of local SEO strategies. The discussion also highlights the utility of screen recording tools like Loom and Vimeo for business communication and sales, and the significance of conversion rate optimization (CRO) to ensure website effectiveness.FAQs on New Website SEO Optimization for Businesses1. Why is having a website crucial for a business, even in the age of AI and platforms like ChatGPT?In today's digital landscape, a website remains an indispensable asset for any business. While AI tools like ChatGPT are powerful for information retrieval, they primarily draw content from existing websites. If your business doesn't have an online presence that these AI models can access, it becomes challenging to be discovered and gain long-term visibility. A website serves as your digital storefront, your authoritative profile, and a valuable asset that allows AI to pick up on your offerings, ensuring your brand is seen, heard, and remembered.2. What is Google MUVERA, and how does it change the way Google's algorithm functions?Google MUVERA, which stands for Multi-vector Retrieval Algorithm, is a new algorithm launched by Google. It signifies a shift in how Google processes information. Traditionally, Google acted like a library, providing direct results based on keywords. With MUVERA, Google's algorithm goes beyond simple keyword matching.3. What is the "ABC of SEO" and why are all three components essential for a website's visibility?The "ABC of SEO" outlines three fundamental aspects for a website's online visibility:A - Crawling: This refers to whether search engine bots (like Googlebot, Bingbot, or AI bots) can access and read your website's pages. If your pages cannot be crawled, they cannot be discovered by search engines.B - Indexing: This is the process where bots analyze your content and decide whether to include it in their search results listings. For content to be indexed, it must meet quality standards and be relevant to potential searches. It's like a library deciding if a book is valuable enough to be put on a shelf for readers.C - Serving (Search Results): This is the final stage where your content is presented to users in search results. This involves not only basic links but also rich snippets, FAQs, and other optimized elements.Looking for Business Inquires with SEO Services > Book A CallMore Resources:>> Join our exclusive SEO Marketing community>> Latest blogs on SEO optimization and Online Marketing>> Book your Complimentary SEO Discovery Call>> Book Paid Marketing Consultation Call>> Subscribe to We Don't PLAY Podcast>> Start Your Email Marketing 14-Day Trial with FlodeskBrands We Love and SupportLoving Me Beauty | Buy Vegan-based Luxury ProductsZetvaa | Buy Premium Human Hair Extensions Online
The Seattle Sounders are coming off a 1-1 tie with the Columbus Crew. While the result was rendered almost meaningless by the way the game ended, now that it's clear Stefan Frei is doing much better it feels like we can finally unpack what actually happened.Sponsor
Welcome to Dev Game Club, where this week we continue our series on Spelunky, part of a larger series on independent games. Tim uses the B word about the game, and we talk about the rigor with which one approaches the game, as well as some best practices for play, among other topics and listener mail. Dev Game Club looks at classic video games and plays through them over several episodes, providing commentary. Sections played: Into the Jungle (Tim) Issues covered: relative lack of text but narrative, blending between levels, the Tunnel Man, the gold key and the chest, triggering the golden path, bouncing off the game originally, practice and rigor, in the learning/knowledge phase, a platformer Tim would play, embracing the process, how you spend the time and how to learn, learning from deathly mistakes, Always Be Carrying, looking down, the brilliance of breaking the platformer mold, "this could be the run," the patterns of Spelunky, learning to play Chess, remembering in chunks, slipping into flow and staying, dying to the shopkeeper in a new way, stepping back with the analytical brain, how to use ropes, everything's physical, building up the things you can do, the Polaroid simulating after you die, similarities to Outer Wilds, sacrificing on the altar, the safe space of a coffin, making a choice, running vs not running, the exception that proves the rule, how the random seed works, animating a sprite on a curve, the first commercial game, frying a video card. Games, people, and influences mentioned or discussed: Rogue, Rogue Legacy (series), Dark Souls (series), Mario (series), Andy Nealen, Outer Wilds, Hollow Knight, Remnant II, Chess, LostLake86, Legend of Zelda, Cave Story, Sasha/scarytiger, Daisuke Amaya, Wii, Nintendo Switch, Luke Theriault, Derek Yu, Aquaria, Alec Holowka, Bit Blot, World of Goo, Gish, Edmund McMillen, Lugaru HD, Wolfire Games, Humble Bundle, Penumbra, Frictional Games, Amnesia, Ori and the Blind Forest, Kirk Hamilton, Aaron Evers, Mark Garcia. Next time: More Spelunky! Errata: The eye is in fact called the Udjat Eye. And yes, it is in fact Edmund McMillen. Twitch: timlongojr Discord DevGameClub@gmail.com
Jesse Rogers and Tim Kurkjian discuss the Yankees' inability to win in big moments, winning streaks for the Marlins and Pirates, how Jed Hoyer is examining the Cubs' bullpen, the Astros still chugging along despite missing Yordon Álvarez, Javier Báez's resurgence, and whether they'd take Paul Skenes or Tarik Skubal to win one game. Then, Jesse talks to Steven Kwan from the dugout in Wrigley about his family stuffing the All-Star Game ballot box, the Guardians needing to return to their identity, wintering in Chicago, offseason pursuits and being humbled by a 10-year-old in chess. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 09:31 Tim Kurkjian 31:25 Steven Kwan 36:56 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trump finalizes a major trade deal with China, securing rare earth mineral exports vital for U.S. manufacturing. The PBD Podcast breaks down the chessboard of tariffs, leverage with ethane and chips, and what this means for 2026. A huge win for American industry—and Trump's dealmaker legacy.
Jesse Rogers and Tim Kurkjian discuss the Yankees' inability to win in big moments, winning streaks for the Marlins and Pirates, how Jed Hoyer is examining the Cubs' bullpen, the Astros still chugging along despite missing Yordon Álvarez, Javier Báez's resurgence, and whether they'd take Paul Skenes or Tarik Skubal to win one game. Then, Jesse talks to Steven Kwan from the dugout in Wrigley about his family stuffing the All-Star Game ballot box, the Guardians needing to return to their identity, wintering in Chicago, offseason pursuits and being humbled by a 10-year-old in chess. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 09:31 Tim Kurkjian 31:25 Steven Kwan 36:56 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices