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Maverick Chess Podcasts

The Maverick Chess Podcast is all about making chess fun, exciting, and easy to follow. From famous games and player stories to tournament previews and big chess moments, each episode brings something fresh for fans. Whether you"re a beginner or a longtime player, you"ll enjoy the passion, insight, and surprises this podcast delivers every week.

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00:09:03

Episode 22: This Is SuperPogChamps 2025

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2025/12/01

SuperPogChamps 2025 brings together the strongest lineup of celebrities, streamers, esports stars, and past PogChamps champions in the most competitive amateur chess event ever. Featuring Andrea Botez, Tyler1, Masi Oka, SonicFox, Samay Raina, Voyboy, Wirtual, Sparg0, and more, this edition delivers high-level battles, intense tiebreaks, dramatic group-stage fights, and a $50,000 prize fund. With a 10+5 time control, round-robin groups, and a knockout bracket, SuperPogChamps 2025 offers fast chess,

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00:14:35

Episode 21: Unbelievable Candidates Lineup Forming...

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2025/11/29

In this long-form review I break down the dramatic 2025 FIDE World Cup, the unexpected Candidates qualifications of Javokhir Sindarov, Wei Yi, and Andrey Esipenko, and how these results reshape the road to the 2026 FIDE Candidates. I also analyze the current FIDE Circuit standings, Praggnanandhaa’s commanding lead, Anish Giri’s chase, and the slim but mathematically possible scenario in which Magnus Carlsen overtakes Hikaru Nakamura for the rating spot. With key performances, Circuit rules, and a

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00:12:06

Episode 20: Is Lichess Ruining Chess? The Hidden Cost...

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2025/11/20

In this video I explore whether Lichess is harming the chess ecosystem by being completely free, analysing how Lichess tools, studies, and training features accidentally disrupted the chess economy, the lack of monetization options for creators, the limitations of Chess.com and Chessable, and how emerging platforms like ChessWeb.site aim to build a sustainable marketplace for chess courses, private studies, professional preparation, and creator ownership. This discussion covers the future of chess

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00:08:07

Episode 19: Carlsen, Nakamura, Niemann — Who Will...

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2025/11/14

The 2025 Speed Chess Championship enters its most thrilling phase as Magnus Carlsen, Hikaru Nakamura, Alireza Firouzja, Hans Niemann, and Ian Nepomniachtchi headline the quarterfinals through to the finals. With blitz and bullet chess battles featuring elite players like Fabiano Caruana, Wesley So, and Denis Lazavik, fans can expect high-speed tactics, precision, and psychological warfare. We break down each quarterfinal matchup, review key statistics, and preview who might lift the Speed Chess

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00:10:37

Episode 18: Cyprus to Host the 2026 FIDE Candidates &...

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2025/11/10

The 2026 FIDE Candidates Tournament and FIDE Women’s Candidates will be held in Cyprus at the luxurious Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort from March 28 to April 16, 2026. This historic announcement marks the return of the Candidates to Europe after Toronto 2024, bringing the final step of the FIDE World Championship cycle to the Mediterranean for the first time. The world’s top eight players, qualified through the FIDE World Cup 2025, FIDE Grand Swiss 2025, and FIDE Circuit, will battle in a double

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00:19:36

Episode 17: FIDE World Cup 2025 – Everything You Need...

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2025/10/31

The 2025 FIDE World Cup in Goa, India, brings together 206 of the world’s top chess players from over 80 nations for one of the year’s most anticipated events. From October 30 to November 27, competitors will battle through a knockout format for a $2 million prize fund and three qualification spots for the 2026 FIDE Candidates Tournament. With reigning World Champion Gukesh D, elite stars like Fabiano Caruana, Magnus Carlsen, and Anish Giri, and India’s new generation of prodigies, the stage is set

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00:20:44

Episode 16: Why I’m Done Covering Vladimir Kramnik

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2025/10/27

I take one final look at Vladimir Kramnik’s two official statements following the tragic death of Daniel Naroditsky. I analyze his key claims, legal threats, and the ethical questions surrounding his actions, while examining FIDE’s response and their repeated failures in managing public crises within chess. I also draw parallels between Kramnik’s current controversy and Hans Niemann’s case, revealing how both highlight systemic issues in FIDE’s governance. This will be my final video on Kramnik

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00:11:03

Episode 15: Unpacking FIDE’s Total Chess World...

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2025/10/17

In this podcast, I break down the newly announced Total Chess World Championship Tour, officially approved by FIDE and organized by Norway Chess. We’ll explain the format (fast classical + rapid + blitz), the timeframe (pilot in 2026, full season 2027), the prize structure, how qualification will work, and what this means for the existing world championship ecosystem. Importantly — we also analyze how this could influence Magnus Carlsen’s possible return to world title contention under a format he

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00:11:52

Episode 14: Restarting My Chess Journey - UJ Chess...

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2025/10/10

After months away from over-the-board competition since the 2025 South African Open Chess Championships, I’m officially returning to competitive chess. This video marks the next step on the road to chess glory as I prepare for the UJ Chess Trials on October 11 and the UJ Open 2025 (B Section) on October 18. I break down the format, time controls, prizes, and what these tournaments mean for my return to form. Follow along as I share insights, expectations, and the excitement of getting back into the

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00:11:50

Episode 13: Hikaru Nakamura’s Viral King Throw -...

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2025/10/07

Hikaru Nakamura’s dramatic celebration at Checkmate: USA vs India — where he tossed Gukesh’s king into the crowd — has ignited one of the most polarizing debates in modern chess. In this video, we explore the full controversy surrounding Hikaru’s actions, from the passionate defense by commentators like Nemo to sharp criticism from figures like Kevin Goh Wei Ming. Was it enthusiasm in a high-energy exhibition, or did it cross the line of sportsmanship? We break down the reactions from the chess

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00:10:22

Episode 12: Nakamura vs Gukesh Headline Stadium Chess...

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2025/10/04

The highly anticipated Checkmate: USA vs India 2025 chess showdown brings the game back to the stadium stage in Arlington, Texas. Featuring superstar matchups like Hikaru Nakamura vs Gukesh Dommaraju and Fabiano Caruana vs Arjun Erigaisi, along with Carissa Yip, Divya Deshmukh, Levy Rozman, Sagar Shah, Tani Adewumi, and Ethan Vaz, this unique event combines world-class chess with the drama of live sports. With fast time controls, no resignations allowed, and a fan-friendly festival atmosphere,

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00:16:30

Episode 11: FIDE’s Anti-Farming Rule Explained - How...

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2025/09/29

Episode 11 takes a deep look at FIDE’s newly announced “anti-farming rule,” effective October 2025, which directly targets players rated 2650 and above. By removing the 400-point cap when calculating rating differences, the regulation makes it far riskier for elite grandmasters—such as Hikaru Nakamura—to face much lower-rated opponents. We break down exactly what the rule means, how it impacts tournament strategy, and its implications for rating integrity, inflation, and fairness at the very highest

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00:12:46

Episode 10: Hikaru’s Rating Chase - Fair Play or...

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2025/09/23

In Episode 10, we dive into one of the hottest debates in chess right now—Hikaru Nakamura’s controversial pursuit of a Candidates spot for the 2026 FIDE World Chess Championship. Rather than depending solely on traditional elite events like the Grand Swiss or World Cup, Hikaru has been accused of strategically facing much lower-rated opponents to secure rating points. We break down the arguments from both sides: is this smart strategy within the rules, or an abuse of the system? We also explore the

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00:13:04

Episode 9: Giri & Vaishali Triumph at the FIDE Grand...

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2025/09/17

In this debut episode of the Maverick Chess Podcast, we review the dramatic conclusion of the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. GM Anish Giri claimed clear first in the Open with a brilliant final-round win, while GM Matthias Bluebaum secured the second Candidates spot on tiebreaks. In the Women’s section, GM Vaishali Rameshbabu repeated her 2023 success, edging out GM Kateryna Lagno to take the title and book her place in the 2026 Women’s Candidates.We break down:🔝 How Giri outplayed

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00:13:43

Episode 8: Grand Swiss 2025 Midway Report — Leaders,...

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2025/09/11

We’re at the halfway point of the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025, and the tournament is heating up! After six rounds, we take a deep dive into the leaders in both the Open and Women’s sections, evaluating their chances of securing qualification to the 2026 Candidates Tournament.In this episode, we discuss:🔝 The current frontrunners and their performance so far📊 Who has the best shot at making the Candidates from here🆚 Rising stars outside the world’s top 20 vs. the established elite🏆 Predictions for the

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00:11:45

Episode 7: FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 Preview — Players,...

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2025/09/03

The FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 and FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss 2025 are just around the corner, running from September 3–16 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. These tournaments are part of the World Championship cycle, with top spots in the Candidates on the line.In this episode, we break down:📋 The format: 11-round Swiss, classical time control💰 The prize funds ($230,000 for the Women’s) and distribution🏆 Who qualifies and what’s at stake — 2 Candidates spots from the Women’s event, with elite names like Tan

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00:12:23

Episode 6: Gukesh and the World Championship Debate —...

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2025/08/27

In this episode, we dive into one of the most heated debates in modern chess: is Gukesh Dommaraju a “true” world champion? After Garry Kasparov’s controversial comments questioning the weight of Gukesh’s crown, the chess world has been divided. We look at the history of the world championship title, Kasparov’s criticism, Gukesh’s impressive 2025 results, and the bigger question of what it really means to be champion in today’s chess era. From comparisons with Fischer, Karpov, and Carlsen to the

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00:10:50

Episode 5: Esports World Cup 2026 — Expanded Chess...

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2025/08/23

The Esports World Cup 2026 is back, bigger than ever, with a year-round qualification cycle that changes the landscape of chess esports. In this episode of the Maverick Chess Podcast, we break down everything you need to know: the expansion of the Champions Chess Tour, new qualification routes through Titled Tuesday, the Speed Chess Championship, and the Global Championship, plus what it means to have Magnus Carlsen defending his crown. With huge prize funds, live finals, and nonstop action, this

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00:15:36

Episode 4: Breaking Down the Candidates System

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2025/08/17

In Episode 4, I take a critical look at the FIDE Candidates qualification system in both the Open and Women’s cycles. From the FIDE Circuit—where rapid and blitz events can count towards qualification and closed, invite-only tournaments can heavily influence results—to the Grand Swiss and World Cup pathways, I explore how different formats shape the field of challengers. I also examine the successes of the system, highlighting the players who have already secured their spots, while questioning

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00:10:09

Episode 3: Chess at the Esports World Cup 2025 —...

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2025/07/23

For the first time ever, chess is part of the Esports World Cup — and it’s a massive milestone for the game. In this debut episode of the Maverick Chess Podcast, we break down everything you need to know about the EWC Chess 2025 event: from the $1.55 million prize fund and intense format (LCQ, Group Stage, Playoffs) to the star-studded player list featuring Carlsen, Nakamura, Firouzja, and more. Whether you're a chess fan, an esports follower, or both — this is one event you can’t ignore.

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