The Chess Pit Podcast

[Phil Makepeace]

For Episode 55 we investigate how many elite chess players can fit in a Mini, celebrate Koneru Humpy's BBC India sportswoman nomination, and ponder whether Crewe railway station is romantic or not. Enjoy!

[Phil Makepeace]

In Episode 56 we ponder chess in a velodrome, celebrate South American Grandmasters, and ask whether the Dubai World Championship match is just another case of 'sportwashing'.

[Phil Makepeace]

This week in Episode 57 we ponder the effect PogChamps might have on the game, start a bidding war in Oxfordshire, and celebrate C. H. O'D. Alexander. Enjoy!

[Phil Makepeace]

This week in Episode 58 we cover Hybrid Chess, ponder the nature of federation transfers with particular reference to Messrs. Aronian & Firouzja, and wonder what the perfect chess stadium would look like.

[Phil Makepeace]

After a false start to Episode 59 we mark International Women's Day by celebrating Koneru Humpy and Vera Menchik while bemoaning the lack of equivalent opportunities for contemporary British female players. Otherwise, Jon is svelte, Phil is triumphant, and Chris is silent.

[Phil Makepeace]

In Episode 60 we discuss the UEFA Champions League possibly moving to a Swiss pairing system, how not to deal with facing an online cheat, and this week's Christory section is all about Nimzowitsch. Enjoy!

[Phil Makepeace]

In Episode 61 we delve into various greasy trades, build the perfect chessy five-a-side team, and get a little musical.

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