Best Chess.com Podcasts (2025)

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I Am Chess.com Now | Smart Nonsense #341 40:58

15h ago40:58

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Newsletter: https://www.smartnonsense.com/ SAT app: https://www.brainblast.com/ Hire a video editor: https://www.clipt.co 🕘Timestamps: (0:15) Hockey blocked shots injury (1:33) Sean Puri "toxic girlfriend" saga (3:20) Turkey trip makes people think I'm gay (4:25) Flight lesson cancelled by fog (7:17) Windy.com weather data discovery (14:27) Ken Gri…

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Brodie Fixes the PDGA Time Rules 1:13:07

2h ago1:13:07

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Trevor is joined by Brodie, Hunter, Mike, and Hannah for this week's Debate Night Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeKH-1qpTujlCDHYaIfS_8Q/join Subscribe ► http://bit.ly/FoundationPodcasts Check out the Store: http://foundationdiscs.com Patreon: http://patreon.com/foundationdiscgolf Foundation Disc Golf: ht…

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How Zumba Balances Instructor and Consumer Subscriptions with Yael Dornbusch, Zumba’s Chief Subscription Officer 32:32

26m ago32:32

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Zumba is a phenomenon since its founding in 2001. The addictive fitness dance program with a Latin beat has taken the world by storm. As of 2022, the company claimed 15 million people taking Zumba classes weekly at 200,000 locations in over 180 countries. At its core is the Zumba Instructor Network, a monthly membership program created to give ins…

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Episode 45: Consistency Over Heroics: Why Winning is Surprisingly Simple 23:16

7h ago23:16

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Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Learn what and how to train and stop wasting time on things that don't matter: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system Reach 1200 Chess.com (1400 Lichess) thanks to my all-in-one course: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/beginne…

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He trained CHESS for 2000 DAYS straight! James Canty III | Podcast 1:09:41

5d ago1:09:41

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Try out for free James' course on Jobava London: https://go.chess.com/mustreader20 In this episode, James Canty III reveals why hitting the gym is the ultimate Elo booster and how he sustained a 2000-day uninterrupted chess streak. Learn his secrets for juggling chess, boxing, workouts, investments, and content creation, along with his plan to earn…

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Episode 44: How To Make Better Decisions in Chess 18:54

6d ago18:54

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Learn what and how to train and stop wasting time on things that don't matter: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Reach 1200 Chess.com (1400 Lichess) thanks to my all-in-one course: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/beginne…

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How to BEAT the ENGINE? Hikaru vs Leela | PODCAST 1:18:33

11d ago1:18:33

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How to beat the engine? Larry Kaufman, one of the minds behind top chess engines, explains Leela’s odds bot and why grandmasters can’t beat the engine. Learn strategies to outplay the engine and find out if Magnus & Hikaru can stand up to Leela. Larry also shares the thrilling story of his rise to become the top-ranked non-Japanese shogi player and…

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Did Hunter Find an INSANE Loophole in PDGA Rules? 45:00

13d ago45:00

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Trevor is joined by Hunter, Moses, and Jake for this week's Debate Night! Subscribe ► http://bit.ly/FoundationPodcasts Check out the Store: http://foundationdiscs.com Patreon: http://patreon.com/foundationdiscgolf Foundation Disc Golf: http://youtube.com/foundationdiscgolfBy Bleav + Brodie Smith + Hunter Thomas

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How to get out of a losing streak 21:30

13d ago21:30

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Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter My holistic chess study system (with direct access to my thoughts, just like Peter in this Episode): https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system Reach 1200 Chess.com (1400 Lichess) thanks to my all-in-one course: https://courses.nextlevelches…

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The One Medical Story with Dr. Joseph Michelli, the Author of All Business is Personal: One Medical’s Human-Centered, Technology-Powered Approach to Customer Engagement 32:44

13d ago32:44

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If you've ever had to wait for your doctor first in the waiting room and then in the examining room, or struggled to get an appointment or had trouble getting a prescription filled while on the road, you know why primary care in the United States is in such desperate need of disruption. One Medical has been transforming primary care through the po…

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I Am Jony Ive Now | Smart Nonsense #340 30:26

16d ago30:26

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Newsletter: https://www.smartnonsense.com/ SAT app: https://www.brainblast.com/ Hire a video editor: https://www.clipt.co 🕘Timestamps: (0:00) Intro & Tartan Windmill Regrets (1:35) Jeff Bezos First Principles & Being in the Room (4:01) Draw V2 Surprise Launch - Johnny IV Jr (9:26) "Living It Up" & Mystery DM Follow (12:32) Cleo Abram Sponsorship Co…

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I’ve Changed My Mind About Dating | Smart Nonsense #339 21:11

17d ago21:11

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Newsletter: https://www.smartnonsense.com/ SAT app: https://www.brainblast.com/ Hire a video editor: https://www.clipt.co 🕘Timestamps: (0:00) "Chimpanzee" mic test debate (2:25) Two-club golf philosophy (6:03) Retiring the Spaniard bar (9:12) Ivy League parties & $80K watches (12:36) "She lied about Harvard AND hockey" (15:51) Accidental chess gran…

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I Live in Disneyland | Smart Nonsense #338 27:34

18d ago27:34

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Newsletter: https://www.smartnonsense.com/ SAT app: https://www.brainblast.com/ Hire a video editor: https://www.clipt.co 🕘Timestamps: (0:00) "NYC is basically Disneyland for adults" - Spring update and urban living metaphors (3:42) Speech anxiety & King's Speech moment - Tackling public speaking challenges (7:15) Soho House pool encounters - Almos…

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Should the PDGA Report Calls Made During Tournaments? 1:00:01

20d ago1:00:01

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Trevor is joined by Brodie, Hunter, Gary, and Hannah for this week's Debate Night Subscribe ► http://bit.ly/FoundationPodcasts Check out the Store: http://foundationdiscs.com Patreon: http://patreon.com/foundationdiscgolfBy Bleav + Brodie Smith + Hunter Thomas

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We Went Back to High School | Smart Nonsense #337 31:35

20d ago31:35

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Newsletter: https://www.smartnonsense.com/ SAT app: https://www.brainblast.com/ Hire a video editor: https://www.clipt.co Timestamps: (0:00) Brain blasted back to high school (0:58) Trade secrets spilled immediately (2:10) Using your own crappy product (3:45) Online test over stinky library (5:42) Calculator app disaster (9:36) Module 1: crushing e…

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I Got Water Boarded in Istanbul | Smart Nonsense #332 47:21

20d ago47:21

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Newsletter: https://www.smartnonsense.com/ SAT app: https://www.brainblast.com/ Hire a video editor: https://www.clipt.co 🕘Timestamps: (0:00) Intro & Forgotten Rainbow of Life (2:35) NYC Rant: The City That Don't Sleep Sucks (6:10) Mike Wazowski Body Problems (11:25) Turkey Trip: The Last-Minute Adventure (15:47) Beach Town Disaster: "Imagine This …

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Episode 42: The Role of Pain in Improvement 20:01

23d ago20:01

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Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Learn what and how to train and stop wasting time on things that don't matter: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system Reach 1200 Chess.com (1400 Lichess) thanks to my all-in-one course: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/beginne…

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I Am Steve Jobs Now | Smart Nonsense #336 30:50

21d ago30:50

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Episode #336 with Henry and Dylan (0:00) One-take pod attempt fails immediately (0:28) Season of giving (all seasons) (0:54) Emptying someone else's dishes (1:12) Adults don't need kitchens anymore (1:40) Friend discovers pasta for first time (2:40) HubSpot returns to Clipt (full circle) (3:28) Wings smart scale confusion (4:42) Weather reports fro…

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I Think I’m Evan Spiegel (Snapchat Founder) | Smart Nonsense #335 26:27

22d ago26:27

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Episode #335 with Henry and Dylan Timestamps: (0:00) WTF is this podcast? (0:55) Dad said don't (did anyway) (1:58) Creepy staring 101 (3:30) Sunglasses hack (4:21) Pro-level glancing (5:05) Dog learns Chinese (5:38) Irish guy's Chinese flex (8:10) TRADE SECRETS ALERT! (8:44) Fake Spiegel texts (9:36) Peekaboo → Snapchat (10:30) Spiegel: genius or …

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Going Down the Mountain to Come Back Up | Smart Nonsense #334 17:33

27d ago17:33

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Episode #334 with Henry and Dylan 🕘Timestamps: (0:00) "I'M SUPERMAN!" (1:17) Lone Nut Theory (2:04) Flat Tire Karma (2:28) Backpack Elevator Hell (3:15) Bike Almost Kills Everyone (4:01) "ISOSICLES?!" (4:58) BOWLING BEEF (6:10) Shoe Shine Brendan Exposed (7:05) "Down to Go Up" Philosophy (8:12) Lefty Strikes vs. Trash Spin (9:04) Airport Mind Games…

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Vladimir Fedoseev: "I SACRIFICED a LOT to become ONE of the BEST". PODCAST 1:05:44

29d ago1:05:44

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In this interview, GM Vladimir Fedoseev discusses his recent victory at Superbet Rapid & Blitz and the significant sacrifices he made to compete at this level. We explore Magnus Carlsen's comments about Fedoseev's unique style, his Candidates qualification goals, and insights on the Chess960 / Freestyle Chess format where top players are already de…

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Turns Out We’re Building Snapchat for SAT 36:05

26d ago36:05

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Episode #333 with Henry and Dylan (0:00) - Intro (2:55) - Sweetgreen Rage (5:25) - Math Doesn’t Lie (6:53) - GOAT Gaslight (8:10) - Fries & Food Poisoning (10:30) - SAT Pivot (12:03) - From Mess to MVP (15:34) - Death to Curvy Lines (22:10) - Snapchat Scribbles (30:44) - Inbox = SAT Engine Recorded April 18, 2025…

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Brodie Loses His Mind Over the PDGA Marshal 59:20

27d ago59:20

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Trevor is joined by Brodie, Hunter, Ross, and Mike for this week's episode of Debate Night! We cover the Kristin foot fault, Swenson Park course design, Isaac Robinson's Rank on the All-Time List, and more!By Bleav + Brodie Smith + Hunter Thomas

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Building Evergreen Companies with Dave Whorton, Founder of the Tugboat Institute and Author of Another Way: Building Companies that Last…and Last…and Last 40:26

27d ago40:26

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Something I've noticed over the years is that there's a natural membership economy mindset among many family-owned businesses and organizations, not on the venture-backed IPO acquisition path. Companies that aren't on a tight timeline to an exit have the ability to invest in long-term, trusted relationships with customers and with employees. After …

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Episode 41: How to Recover from a Bad Loss in Chess 17:43

30d ago17:43

17:43

Read more about the three zooming-out techniques that I used during difficult times: How to Recover from a Bad Loss in Chess: The Key to Bouncing Back - https://nextlevelchess.com/zoom-out/ Why Losing at Chess Hurts so Much - https://nextlevelchess.com/why-losing-at-chess-hurts-so-much-and-the-antidote/ Resilience in Chess: How to Get Back After a …

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The DARK SIDE of chess | Felix Blohberger PODCAST 49:18

1M ago49:18

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Today my guest is GM Felix Blohberger, the chess champion of Austria. We discussed the dark side of professional chess: making a living with a 2500 rating, the two key areas you must analyze after tournaments, and a psychological trick that instantly boosts confidence. Felix reveals if you need a sports psychologist and how his workout routine enha…

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DGPT Abbie Wilson Response, A European Tour, and President's Cup 55:46

1M ago55:46

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Trevor is joined by Hunter, Mike, Hannah, and Brodie for this week's Debate NightBy Bleav + Brodie Smith + Hunter Thomas

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Episode 40: Re Framing Mistakes as a Useful Learning Tool 19:06

1M ago19:06

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Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Learn what and how to train and stop wasting time on things that don't matter: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system Reach 1200 Chess.com (1400 Lichess) thanks to my all-in-one course: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/beginne…

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Episode 283 with International Master Malcolm Pein, Serial Chess Entrepreneur 51:51

1M ago51:51

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Send us a text In Episode 283, I have the pleasure of conversing with International Master Malcolm Pein, Chief Executive at Chess in Schools and Communities, Chess Correspondent at The Daily Telegraph, Proprietor of Chess & Bridge Ltd and Executive Editor of CHESS Magazine. Malcolm is a Former British Junior Champion. As a Qualified FIDE Trainer, h…

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Episode 39: How I Tricked Myself Into Living The Life I Want 21:55

1M ago21:55

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Read more about discipline from "Discipline Equals Freedom" by Jocko Willink: https://www.amazon.com/Discipline-Equals-Freedom-Field-Manual/dp/1250156947 Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Learn what and how to train and stop wasting time on things that don't matter: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/s…

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

1M ago52:17

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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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Episode 282 with Sami Steigmann, Holacaust Survivor 1:11:33

2M ago1:11:33

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Send us a text In Episode 282, I have the merit of speaking with Sami Steigmann, who is a Holacaust survivor, educator and motivational speaker. A few years ago, our 50th Podcast Guest Esther Deutsch, his honorary granddaughter, told me about Sami. I was excited to meet him at a Kosha Dillz Chanukah concert, in which he danced on stage. Sami was bo…

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Episode 38: The Solution to Bad Times? A Plan 9:58

2M ago9:58

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Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Learn what and how to train and stop wasting time on things that don't matter: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system Reach 1200 Chess.com (1400 Lichess) thanks to my all-in-one course: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/beginne…

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Episode 37: Knowing Too Much Slows Your Improvement 16:43

2M ago16:43

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Send feedback to: [email protected] Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Learn what and how to train and stop wasting time on things that don't matter: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system Reach 1200 Chess.com (1400 Lichess) thanks to my all-in-one course: https://…

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Naval Ravikant Ruined My Life 34:07

2M ago34:07

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Episode #331 with Henry and Dylan

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Why I Chose Brown Over Stanford 35:18

2M ago35:18

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Episode #330 with Henry and Dylan (0:00) - Intro (1:17) - The Mike Trout Foul Ball Saga (3:02) - Feral Human Instinct at Baseball Games (7:05) - Baby Habachi Reactions & Reels Addiction (11:57) - The Art of Ambling in SF (14:31) - San Francisco's Startup Energy (18:54) - Evan Spiegel’s Genius Design Moves (22:44) - Stanford Vibes & Dropout Culture …

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Kristin vs. Paige Goat Debate Gets HEATED 55:19

2M ago55:19

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Trevor is joined by Brodie, Moses, Ross, and Dustin for this weeks Debate Night Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeKH-1qpTujlCDHYaIfS_8Q/join Subscribe ► http://bit.ly/FoundationPodcasts Check out the Store: http://foundationdiscs.com Patreon: http://patreon.com/foundationdiscgolf Foundation Disc Golf: http…

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Episode 36: The Simplified Chess Improvement System Explained 24:59

2M ago24:59

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You can check out the Simplified Chess Improvement System here: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Interested in Private Coaching? You can apply by filling out this form (currently no open slots; get on the waitlist): https://forms.g…

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Episode 35: You Can Achieve More Than You Think! 19:05

2M ago19:05

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Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Learn what and how to train and stop wasting time on things that don't matter: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system Reach 1200 Chess.com (1400 Lichess) thanks to my all-in-one course: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/beginne…

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Hiring a Unicorn iOS Developer 30:04

2M ago30:04

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Episode #329 with Henry and Dylan Watch on Youtube & Subscribe Watch Henry's last Youtube video (00:00) Podcast intro struggles (01:45) Unexpected golf meetup (02:22) Coping with stress through sports (03:34) Food poisoning experience (07:28) Discovering nightlife and friend group conflict (12:39) Hiring process and candidate traits (15:44) Challen…

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Episode 34: The Price I Paid for Doing too Much 22:58

3M ago22:58

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Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Learn what and how to train and stop wasting time on things that don't matter: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system Reach 1200 Chess.com (1400 Lichess) thanks to my all-in-one course: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/beginne…

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We’re Building the Next Duolingo.. 30:27

3M ago30:27

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Episode #328 with Henry and Dylan Watch on Youtube & Subscribe Watch Henry's last Youtube video (00:00) Sickness update (01:11) Yes Man mentality (02:11) Weeklong birthday celebrations (04:58) Dating older women debate (07:02) Younger vs. older dating (09:03) Spongebob changes (10:15) New Spongebob vs. original (12:11) Work struggles (13:26) Brain …

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How Saying 'Yes' Changed My Life 21:29

3M ago21:29

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Episode #326 with Henry and Dylan Watch on Youtube & Subscribe Watch Henry's last Youtube video (00:00) Tate McRae and Kid Laroi (03:05) Bruno Mars' music versatility (04:25) Embracing a "Yes Man" mindset (05:47) Video on personal feelings (07:08) Impact of saying "yes" more (08:42) Social life improvements (10:12) Rock climbing experience (13:41) …

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

3M 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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Episode 33: The Super Secret Way To Improve Your Chess 11:40

3M ago11:40

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Justin Welsh's newsletter "The Hidden Power of Being Boring": https://www.justinwelsh.me/newsletter/the-hidden-power-of-being-boring Derek Sivers: https://sive.rs/ Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Learn what and how to train and stop wasting time on things that don't matter: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog…

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Underrated Course, Shocking Finish, and Players to Watch 54:56

3M ago54:56

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Trevor is joined by Brodie, Moses, Dustin, and Hunter for this week's Debate Night! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeKH-1qpTujlCDHYaIfS_8Q/join Subscribe ► http://bit.ly/FoundationPodcasts Check out the Store: http://foundationdiscs.com Patreon: http://patreon.com/foundationdiscgolf Foundation Disc Golf: …

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A Behind-The-Scenes Look at Adobe’s Journey to Subscriptions with Mark Garrett, the CFO Who Architected That Transformation 40:49

3M ago40:49

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In today's episode, we're exploring one of the most ambitious and successful business model transformations in modern corporate history, the shift of Adobe from a traditional software company selling packaged products to a thriving subscription powerhouse. And who better to walk us through this journey than Mark Garrett, Adobe's former chief finan…

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Episode 32: Forget About Accuracy Scores, Do This Instead 18:18

3M ago18:18

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Read more about the accuracy score: https://lichess.org/page/accuracy Subscribe to my free Newsletter: https://nextlevelchess.blog/newsletter Learn what and how to train and stop wasting time on things that don't matter: https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system Reach 1200 Chess.com (1400 Lichess) thanks to my …

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Can Gannon Buhr Actually Have a Better Season?! 53:56

3M ago53:56

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Trevor is joined by Hunter, Brodie, and Jake for this week's Debate Night! Audition for the show here!: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVDw9ZNRrA8YPGVJdZe_Iqc1l0gYNkGCmPT8bfI2C2oYdrJw/viewform?usp=dialog Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeKH-1qpTujlCDHYaIfS_8Q/join Subscribe ► http://bit.ly/FoundationPod…

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I’m a ‘Yes Man’ Now 20:25

3M ago20:25

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Episode #326 with Henry and Dylan Watch on Youtube & Subscribe Watch Henry's last Youtube video (00:00) Weekend reflections (01:31) Work vs. not work mindset (02:10) Sunday scaries vs. awesomes (03:31) Hockey tournament weekend (05:23) Flat tire adventure (07:09) BMX curb jumping lesson (08:16) Social vs. solo weekends (09:32) Shifting to a "yes" m…

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