Best Greg Mustreader Podcasts (2025)

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Susan Polgar: a WOMAN will NEVER reach TOP 5 — unless THIS changes | PODCAST 52:17

9d ago52:17

52:17

My upcoming tournaments in Kazakhstan: https://opencups.kazchess.kz/ Legendary GM Susan Polgar, 8th Women's World Chess Champion, joined my podcast! We discussed women's chess and why it's difficult for women to reach the top of the open rating. Susan shared amazing stories about her acquaintance with Fischer and how they created CHESS960 together.…

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Danny Rensch: trusting HANS, IGNORING cheating, Magnus vs Hikaru 1:17:24

2M ago1:17:24

1:17:24

Try Chessbook and my gambit repertoire: https://chessbook.com/mustreader Today's special guest is Danny Rensch — Chess.com's Chief Chess Officer! We’ve discussed many hot topics: Hans' against chess.com, how FIDE and other organizers ignore cheating problems and why 2025 will be HUGE for chess. Danny shared how they banned top GMs and WHY the Hikar…

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NEVER do THIS in CHESS! Advice by coach | IM Andras Toth PODCAST 1:12:02

3M ago1:12:02

1:12:02

What NOT to do if you want to improve at chess? International Master Andras Toth shares powerful insights that might change how you think about chess improvement! Learn why you're using engines wrong, discover the optimal training methods, and find out why bullet chess is killing your progress. Plus: watch our intense blitz game! Support me on Patr…

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CHEATERS will be PUNISHED! CEO of ChessCom. Erik Allebest Podcast 1:05:20

4M ago1:05:20

1:05:20

Meet the man behind chess's digital revolution — Chess.com CEO Erik Allebest! How does Chess.com catch cheaters? What's Erik's response to Kramnik's accusations? From Netflix's upcoming Hans Niemann documentary to a major GM ban — join us for an insider look at Chess.com! Plus: watch our intense blitz battle where Erik tries to destroy me. Don't mi…

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This MINDSET can help you WIN at CHESS / Podcast GM Avetik Grigoryan 47:01

5M ago47:01

47:01

Try 500+ hours of chess courses for free: https://chessmood.com/mustreader Can your outfit affect your chess rating? GM Avetik Grigoryan reveals surprising psychological tricks that helped his students gain hundreds of rating points. We explore the champion's mindset, analyze the World Championship match, and learn powerful secrets of peak performa…

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MY CHESS COACH SHOCKED ME! 43:12

5M ago43:12

43:12

Try 500+ hours of chess courses for free: https://chessmood.com/greg What makes a future chess champion? Legendary coach Farrukh Amonatov shares his training secrets and explains why most coaches get it wrong. We explore my chess potential, analyze the World Championship match, and face off in an exciting blitz game. Don't miss this! Support me on …

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Maxime Vachier-Lagrave: the mind of a 2800. MVL PODCAST 1:25:17

5M ago1:25:17

1:25:17

Try ChessMood and my gambit repertoire: https://mstrdr.org/bnkwg7 How does MVL stay on top of the chess elite while training just 2 hours a day? What's MVL's secret to beating Magnus Carlsen? Maxime Vachier-Lagrave explains his approach, discusses nearly quitting in 2022, and shares thoughts on Gukesh vs Ding match. Plus: Watch our blitz game! Supp…

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The Chess Nerd: from 0 to 300K followers and chess career. PODCAST 1:07:20

5M ago1:07:20

1:07:20

Join me in conversation with Zachary Saine aka The Chess Nerd! We discuss his path to 300K followers across various platforms and dive into his chess training methods. He also shares his unsuccessful experience with a chess coach and answers the big question: chess or content? Plus: exciting blitz game finale! My X: https://x.com/mustreader My Twit…

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Arturs NEIKSANS: coach of GOTHAMCHESS. Podcast 1:00:27

6M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Support me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mustreader Meet GM Arturs Neiksans – coach, commentator, content creator, and coach of Levy Rozman (GothamChess)! We explore the challenges of adult chess improvers, discuss how to get to your chess ceiling, and get insights into training with Levy. Plus: Arturs' candid thoughts on Levy's GM prospects and …

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ANISH GIRI: Magnus's weakness, Kramnik, plans to become World Champ. PODCAST 1:22:12

6M ago1:22:12

1:22:12

Support me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mustreader Matchess, get 1 Month FREE. Promo code: GREG https://matchess.io Positive vibes with Anish Giri! Discussing chess legends, Anish's plans to become the world champion, and Magnus's hidden weaknesses. Bonus: hot takes on cheating and (drumroll) Kramnik! Don't miss our blitz game at the end! My X: …

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Kramnik BLOCKED me after this podcast with him 1:30:52

6M ago1:30:52

1:30:52

An intense conversation with Vladimir Kramnik. Did I change Kramnik's mind about Danya Naroditsky? Or did he convince me? Watch this explosive podcast now! My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader My X: https://x.com/mustreader Collabs: [email protected] Kramnik's X: https://x.com/VBkramnik Kramnik's YouTube: @VBKramnik My previous podcast with …

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He QUIT CHESS for college, now he's TOP 8! WEI YI Podcast 39:34

6M ago39:34

39:34

Wei Yi stunned everyone by quitting chess for university — and then returned to storm the world top 10! How does he train? What are his goals? Including exclusive insights on the Ding-Gukesh Olympiad story and their upcoming match. Tune in for all the details and do not miss our blitz game at the end! My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader My …

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"KRAMNIK, WHAT THE F***?" Daniel Naroditsky PODCAST 1:21:59

6M ago1:21:59

1:21:59

Do not forget to check out Chessbook: https://chessbook.com/mustreader A new podcast episode with GM Daniel Naroditsky. We discuss Kramnik's allegations against him (do not miss the highly candid and emotional speech by Danya), the recent cheating scandal, chess improvement, openings, chess psychology (including ways to fight tilt), lessons from th…

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Mr. Dodgy: how to GET BETTER at CHESS playing dodgy moves? 45:26

7M ago45:26

45:26

Podcast episode with Mr. Dodgy, aka Michael Duke, the chess celebrity from Twitter. Chess improvement hot takes, Chess Olympiad discussion, thoughts on how Ding can beat Gukesh, your favorite blitz game at the end! My X: https://x.com/mustreader My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader MrDodgy’s X: https://x.com/rpraggnachess MrDodgy's courses: …

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Praggnanandhaa on OLYMPIAD, CANDIDATES, and chess talent 47:57

7M ago47:57

47:57

Podcast episode with GM Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu (Pragg). We discuss the Chess Olympiad, Candidates, his goals and his work on chess improvement. My X: https://x.com/mustreader My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader Pragg’s X: https://x.com/rpraggnachess My video about the aftermath of the Chess Olympiad: https://youtu.be/7NEE3UNnvEw?si=lyBCU…

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Daniil DUBOV: comeback to the top, Magnus and Fabi 43:21

7M ago43:21

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Podcast with Daniil Dubov — grandmaster, former second of Magnus Carlsen, World Rapid Chess Champion, World Blitz Vice Champion. My X: https://x.com/mustreader My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader Daniil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blitzorddd/ My previous podcast with Dubov (ENG subs): https://youtu.be/97JoWe_Mzoo?si=O4YuyMOqddWdk…

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Sagar Shah: from CHESS MASTER to YOUTUBE STAR 43:12

7M ago43:12

43:12

My X: https://x.com/mustreader My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader Sagar's X: https://x.com/sagarchess1 Links to what's discussed in the podcast: My podcast with Erigaisi: https://youtu.be/3Nvfuk70v6g?feature=shared Sagar's podcast with Erigaisi: https://youtu.be/9yRzbyZdoiE?si=FufSbeOGf61QmwIo ROAD TO FIDE MASTER. Day 1!: https://youtu.be/…

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Women's WORLD CHESS CHAMPION Alexandra Kosteniuk! 45:31

7M ago45:31

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My X: https://x.com/mustreader My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader Alexandra's X: https://x.com/chessqueen Alexandra's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chessqueen/ Links to what's discussed in the podcast: Eng subs. Chess and Russia. Nepo and Kosteniuk: https://youtu.be/XwxZFQUtb28?si=j7m8s25W70Em35Lz Chess Books: My Great Predecessors,…

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Alexander Grischuk: Podcast with the Chess Legend 56:30

8M ago56:30

56:30

The new guest of my podcast is Alexander Grischuk, the legend and OG of chess, 3-time World Blitz Champion, and 5-time Candidates participant (top rating: 2810). My X: https://x.com/mustreader My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader My podcast with Van Foreest: https://youtu.be/89Kq33XgC2o?si=a6JHOkpWW0s0XpEm My podcast with Erigaisi: https://y…

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Jorden van Foreest: work for Magnus, wins and setbacks 43:50

8M ago43:50

43:50

Join me as I dive deep into the journey of GM Jorden van Foreest, from his stunning Tata Steel victory to his battle with stagnation and his inspiring comeback. We discuss everything from his unique personality and playing style to the profound influence of Magnus Carlsen on his resurgence. Enjoy a thrilling blitz game at the end! My X: https://x.c…

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How Arjun Erigaisi’s mindset made him World No. 4 44:37

8M ago44:37

44:37

I'm excited to have Arjun Erigaisi, one of the world's top 4 chess players, on the podcast! We discuss the strengths and weaknesses of India's top players, dive into the factors behind Arjun's rise and his playing style, explore his future plans in chess. We also cap off the episode with a thrilling blitz game! My X: https://x.com/mustreader My Twi…

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COACH of MAGNUS and NEPO! Podcast with Jan Gustafsson 51:36

8M ago51:36

51:36

Today on my podcast, I'm joined by a great chess player and coach, Grandmaster Jan Gustafsson. We discussed the differences and similarities between Magnus and Nepo, Jan's work as a second for both of them, the upcoming Gukesh vs. Ding match, and much more. At the end, we’ve played a fascinating blitz game. Enjoy! My X: https://x.com/mustreader My …

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Chess coach advice: STOP DOING THIS! IM Kavutskiy 1:16:36

11M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

In this podcast episode with the famous coach, founding sensei of @ChessDojo IM Kostya Kavutskiy, we discuss chess improvement. How to go from CM to FM (in my case), how to go from IM to GM (in Kostya's case), how to improve if you are rated 500, 1000, 1500, and so on. Lots of great insights! At the end, we've played an instructive blitz game. My X…

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KRAMNIK: "I apologize, but I don't see any other way" 2:15:51

11M ago2:15:51

2:15:51

In this podcast episode with Vladimir Kramnik, we discuss his anti-cheating activism and the controversy around it. Has Kramnik gone too far in his fight? Are his methods correct? Does he agree that he has done some wrong things? Watch our full discussion to find out! At the end, we've played a chess game that Mr. Kramnik called "very interesting".…

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DANIEL NARODITSKY: Magnus, Gukesh, Hikaru + BLITZ LIFEHACKS 1:20:38

12M ago1:20:38

1:20:38

We discuss with GM Daniel Naroditsky the results of the Candidates, the future of chess, and how to get better at blitz chess. We've also played a time odds game. This is one of the most fascinating podcasts I've ever recorded, enjoy! My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader Danya's Twitch: https://witch.tv/gmnaroditsky Danya's YouTube: @DanielN…

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LEVON ARONIAN: chess psychology, cheating, Magnus, Kasparov 52:32

12M ago52:32

52:32

I've interviewed Levon Aronian and discussed with him the hottest topics in chess, as well as his personal story, books for chess self-improvement, chess psychology, and playing against Magnus Carlsen and Garry Kasparov. At the end, we played a fascinating blitz game. This was recorded in Samarkand at the end of 2023. My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/g…

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FABIANO CARUANA: "I couldn't even look at chess!" 55:37

12M ago55:37

55:37

A new podcast episode with Fabiano Caruana as my guest! In this episode, Fabi talks about his motivation, story of his decline and then ascent back to the top, the cheating scandal, Magnus, Hikaru, the Candidates, his training schedule, and much more. Also, we play blitz with time odds. Enjoy! My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader My Twitter:…

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NEPO on cheating, Magnus, Hikaru, Fabi, Ding, and the Candidates 54:01

12M ago54:01

54:01

I've interviewed Ian Nepomniachtchi and discussed with him the hottest topics in chess. This was recorded in Samarkand at the end of 2023.I've interviewed Ian Nepomniachtchi and discussed with him the hottest topics in chess. This was recorded in Samarkand at the end of 2023. My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader My Twitter: https://twitter.c…

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Susan Polgar: a WOMAN will NEVER reach TOP 5 — unless THIS changes | PODCAST 52:17

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Danny Rensch: trusting HANS, IGNORING cheating, Magnus vs Hikaru 1:17:24

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NEVER do THIS in CHESS! Advice by coach | IM Andras Toth PODCAST 1:12:02

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CHEATERS will be PUNISHED! CEO of ChessCom. Erik Allebest Podcast 1:05:20

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This MINDSET can help you WIN at CHESS / Podcast GM Avetik Grigoryan 47:01

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MY CHESS COACH SHOCKED ME! 43:12

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Maxime Vachier-Lagrave: the mind of a 2800. MVL PODCAST 1:25:17

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The Chess Nerd: from 0 to 300K followers and chess career. PODCAST 1:07:20

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Arturs NEIKSANS: coach of GOTHAMCHESS. Podcast 1:00:27

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ANISH GIRI: Magnus's weakness, Kramnik, plans to become World Champ. PODCAST 1:22:12

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Kramnik BLOCKED me after this podcast with him 1:30:52

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He QUIT CHESS for college, now he's TOP 8! WEI YI Podcast 39:34

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"KRAMNIK, WHAT THE F***?" Daniel Naroditsky PODCAST 1:21:59

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Mr. Dodgy: how to GET BETTER at CHESS playing dodgy moves? 45:26

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Praggnanandhaa on OLYMPIAD, CANDIDATES, and chess talent 47:57

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Daniil DUBOV: comeback to the top, Magnus and Fabi 43:21

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Sagar Shah: from CHESS MASTER to YOUTUBE STAR 43:12

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Women's WORLD CHESS CHAMPION Alexandra Kosteniuk! 45:31

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Alexander Grischuk: Podcast with the Chess Legend 56:30

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Jorden van Foreest: work for Magnus, wins and setbacks 43:50

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How Arjun Erigaisi’s mindset made him World No. 4 44:37

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COACH of MAGNUS and NEPO! Podcast with Jan Gustafsson 51:36

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Chess coach advice: STOP DOING THIS! IM Kavutskiy 1:16:36

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KRAMNIK: "I apologize, but I don't see any other way" 2:15:51

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DANIEL NARODITSKY: Magnus, Gukesh, Hikaru + BLITZ LIFEHACKS 1:20:38

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LEVON ARONIAN: chess psychology, cheating, Magnus, Kasparov 52:32

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FABIANO CARUANA: "I couldn't even look at chess!" 55:37

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NEPO on cheating, Magnus, Hikaru, Fabi, Ding, and the Candidates 54:01

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