Podcast Episodes

Ep. 247 Dr. Scull 2025 Recap - Bonus Episode

Season 1 Episode 247

This week on Chess Journeys, I reflect on 2025. I reflect on the business of the year, my achievements, and the work that I did. I conclude by outlin…

4 months, 1 week ago

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Ep. 246 Taja (2083 USCF)

Season 1 Episode 246

This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Taja about his recent tournament win at the North American Open. We talked about his journey, starting in 5…

4 months, 1 week ago

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Ep. 245 Nick (1650 USCF)

Season 1 Episode 245

This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Nick. He’s a prolific chess writer on Substack, and a is making his 3rd appearance on Chess Journeys. We di…

4 months, 2 weeks ago

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Ep. 244 Kevin - Angry Iceberg (750 USCF)

Season 1 Episode 244

This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Kevin, the Angry Iceberg. Kevin picked up chess in May. It was great to chat with someone so close to the b…

4 months, 3 weeks ago

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Ep. 243 Drew (1500 Chesscom Rapid)

Season 1 Episode 243

This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Drew. He’s trying to balance family, work, running a chess club, and chess improvement. We talked about his…

5 months ago

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Ep. 242 J.J. Lang (2100 USCF)

Season 1 Episode 242

This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with J.J. Lang. J.J. is a chess professional, writing and editing articles for USCF. We discussed a wide range o…

5 months, 1 week ago

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Ep. 241 Dr. Scull Reflecting on Reaching 1800 / Thanksgiving - Bonus Episode

Season 1 Episode 241

This week I celebrated reaching 1800 USCF and the American holiday of Thanksgiving. In this episode, I reflect on the different aspects of my life th…

5 months, 1 week ago

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Ep. 240 FM Nate Solon Returns!

Season 1 Episode 240

Ep. 240 FM Nate Solon  (But beginning and word shitload)

This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with FM Nate Solon. We talked about so many interesting…

5 months, 2 weeks ago

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Ep. 239 Flashback: GM Jesse Kraai Ep. 108

Season 1 Episode 239

This week’s flashback episode features Jesse Kraai from episode 108.  Jesse is of course one of the coaches at the Chess Dojo. In this excerpt, Jesse…

5 months, 2 weeks ago

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Ep. 238 NM Forest (2200 USCF)

Season 1 Episode 238

This week on Chess Journeys, I spoke with Forest. I’ve known Forest since he was rated 1000 and just recently he crossed 2200 achieving NM! I brought…

5 months, 3 weeks ago

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