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Perpetual Chess Podcast

Perpetual Chess Podcast

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Perpetual Chess features weekly conversations with the chess world's best players, trainers and accomplished amateurs about their careers, current projects, best practices and the latest in chess news. Learn more at PerpetualChessPod.com2023 Perpetual Chess LLC
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  • EP 475- Matt Biancuzzo (Byredofantome) on Keeping Chess Fun, Ignoring Rating, and Making Viral Chess Videos

    EP 475- Matt Biancuzzo (Byredofantome) on Keeping Chess Fun, Ignoring Rating, and Making Viral Chess Videos
    Mar 10 2026
    This week’s guest on the Adult Improver Series is Matt Biancuzzo. Matt is a 31-year-old New York City consultant who is very active in both the local chess scene and on social media. He has taken full advantage of New York’s many chess opportunities, regularly attending chess gatherings and pub nights while also competing in tournaments locally. Over the past few years he has improved from below 1400 USCF to a peak of over 1800! Matt has worked with multiple coaches, grinded tactics, and consumed countless chess videos, but he credits the majority of his improvement to building a social network that made chess fun for him. Speaking of fun, Matt has also built a large online following thanks to his hilarious short-form videos. Posting as “byredofantome” on Instagram and “fantomechess” on TikTok, Matt creates impressions and humorous shorts that lightly satirize chess culture. In the second half of our interview, we shift our focus from chess improvement to the story behind Matt’s videos. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to check out the bonus video breaking down some of Matt’s best clips on the Perpetual Chess YouTube channel. Join the Perpetual Chess Patreon community here: Ben Johnson | creating Perpetual Chess Podcast | Patreon Join the Perpetual Chess Discord here: https://discord.gg/gUPSsHMK Check out Chessable’s Women’s Day sale here: https://www.chessable.com/courses/all/all/offer/f/ Check out Chessiverse.com, use code “Perpetual30” to save 30% on premium offerings. ADD YOUTUBE LINK 00:00 Introduction to Chess Improvement and Content Creation 04:45- Matt Biancuzzo joins the show! We begin by discussing how he got into chess in college. 13:29 The Role of Community in Chess Improvement Mentioned: GM Robert Hungaski, IM Denys Shmelov, Alex Pickett, IM Jan van der Mortaal, Jonathan Williams, Pobo Efikoro 18:03 Coaching and Learning Strategies 23:04 The Impact of Online Chess and Content Creation Mentioned: MaddiePlaysChess, GambitMan 25:00- Getting a chess coach Mentioned: IM Sam Khanin, IM VIktor Matviishen 28:00 Personal Growth Through Chess 33:14 Final Thoughts on Chess and Community 40:16 The language and habits of chess players 48:55 Content Creation in Chess Mentioned: Matt’s article about Where to Play Chess in NYC https://www.chess.com/blog/byredofantome/where-to-play-chess-in-nyc-and-how-to-gauge-a-good-club POV When you are Prepping for the 2002 World Under 12 Championship: https://www.instagram.com/byredofantome/reel/DT6A_OHDqTi/ What I learned Playing 130 Chess Tournaments in 2 Years https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ-fgbeDmHY/ POV You are Spassky in 1971 https://www.instagram.com/p/DTOntmlDlEM/ 49:54 The Art of Subversive Commentary 52:06 Impressions and Mannerisms in Chess Matt’s Yasser/magnus video is here: https://www.tiktok.com/@byredofantome/video/7240979768525573418?_r=1&_t=ZP-94OfoAItpk7 53:50 Translating Chess for the Average Person 55:15 Inspiration from Online Trends Mentioned: POV Chess Players Training at the Gym https://www.instagram.com/p/DRqJ2x_jvKs/ 01:03:19 Monetization and Content Creation Challenges 01:05:26 Entrepreneurial Ventures in Chess 01:09:05 Colliding Worlds: Chess and Consulting 01:12:26 The Nature of Content Creation and Recognition Matt’s linktree is here: https://linktr.ee/byredofantome?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnKZHTvXc3y6vDxPUApYvPDxbUFpbNtVLXr58nVATFdTyrdu7mR6xgzob8An4_aem_SjGs6svkY3aTt1lbEPnWOg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 h y 26 m
  • EP 474- NM Han Schut on GM Jan Timman’s Legacy, Chess Improvement, & Using LLM’s to Create Helpful Chess Tools

    EP 474- NM Han Schut on GM Jan Timman’s Legacy, Chess Improvement, & Using LLM’s to Create Helpful Chess Tools
    Mar 3 2026
    This week’s returning guest is NM Han Schut. Han is a former corporate executive turned Chessable author and trainer, known for his expertise in the Chess Steps Method and chess technology. Han joins me to reflect on the legacy of his fellow Dutchman, GM Jan Timman, who recently passed away. He shares personal anecdotes and discusses Timman’s impact as a world-class competitor, prolific author, and cultural icon in the Netherlands. We also explore a fascinating recent project: Han built a custom chess database with the help of the LLM Claude, which handled all of the coding. He explains how players can use LLMs effectively for chess study and recommends other powerful digital tools. Finally, Han offers evergreen advice on rest, mindset, and accurately assessing your own chess performance. As always, I came away inspired by Han’s wide-ranging knowledge and practical approach to chess. Thanks to our sponsors, Chessable.com! Check out Han Schut's courses here: ⁠https://www.chessable.com/author/HanSchut/⁠ 00:00 Remembering Grandmaster Jan Timman Mentioned: Read Peter Doggers’ obituary here: https://www.chess.com/news/view/jan-timman-obituary Timman-Ribli 1978- https://www.chessgames.com/perl/chessgame?gid=1142478 12:03 Exploring LLMs in Chess Coding Check out Han’s video about coding with Claude here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSj69yLmwMg&t=3s Download the Lichess Puzzle Database Here: https://database.lichess.org/#puzzles Link to download Han and Claude’s creation within this article: https://lichess.org/@/HanSchut/blog/the-lichess-opening-puzzles-with-games-makes-them-searchable-from-any-position/BUHE9eQ3 Matt Shumer article “Something Big is Happening”- https://x.com/mattshumer_/status/2021256989876109403 21:45 Creating Chess Tools with AI 27:56 The Rise of AI and Its Implications 34: 00 Han’s Chess Study Tool Recommendations: Mentioned: Forward Chess https://forwardchess.com/ Chessvision AI https://chessvision.ai/ 36:55 Patreon mailbag question: What is Han’s advice for how to approach chess puzzles? Mentioned: CT Art Puzzles- (Chessking App) https://chesskingtraining.com/ct-art/ Chessbase Puzzles https://tactics.chessbase.com/nl/Solve 45:40 Mindset and Mental Strength in Chess Mentioned: Think Like a Super GM by Michael Adams How to Chess Podcast with Han Schut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPN60QMA2oA 53:12 Managing Anxiety and Performance Pressure 58:46 Patreon mailbag question: What does Han think of Chessalyz AI and other AI Chess Tutors? Mentioned: Chessalyz AI: https://chessalyz.ai/ FM Dalton Perrine’s blog: https://chesschatter.substack.com/ Novachess AI https://www.chessagine.com/ 1:05:00- Thanks to Han for joining me! Here is how to keep up with him: YouTube (including Saturday morning streams): https://www.youtube.com/c/hanschut Lichess coaches: https://lichess.org/coach/HanSchut Chessable courses: https://www.chessable.com/author/HanSchut/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 h y 15 m
  • EP 473- GM Aman Hambleton on SCC London, The London System & The Future of Chess

    EP 473- GM Aman Hambleton on SCC London, The London System & The Future of Chess
    Feb 24 2026
    GM Aman Hambleton has been busy lately. In addition to his usual role as a popular Twitch streamer and Youtuber for the Chessbrah channel, he recently returned from London, where he was one of the lead commentators for Chess.com’s Speed Chess Championship. He also has recently released his highly anticipated Chessable course, Aman Hambleton’s London System. In our conversation we discuss: What made the latest Speed Chess Championship “special” according to Magnus Carlsen, and Aman’s thoughts on rapid, classical and freestyle chess. What Aman says to haters of the London Opening. Aman’s thoughts on the FIDE Candidates. We also discuss whether Aman is an adult improver at blitz chess (having recently crossed 3000 on Chess.com , Aman’s thoughts on The Queen of Chess, and the all important question of what Aman thinks of Magnus Carlsen’s new mustache. Its always fun chatting with Aman! 0:01- Aman’s reflections on Chess.com’s Speed Chess Championship in London 0:14- Looking ahead to the Esports World Cup 0:19- Aman’s thoughts on the FIDE Candidates 0:23- Highlights of Aman’s London course. More on Aman’s chessboxing match with IM Lawrence Trent here: https://www.chess.com/news/view/mogul-chessboxing-championship-hambleton-trent 35:00- Patreon mailbag question: Does Aman have plans of doing a formal course on the Taimanov? Mentioned: Aman’s Taimanov Speedrun: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUjxDD7HNNTjZAD99gBAKVm_ZipXTtNYn Mentioned: The Taimanov Bibl 41:00- Patreon mailbag question: What is Aman’s advice for how to improve your middlegame play? 46:00- Where did Aman come up with the term “snorkel”? 49:00- Aman recently went over a 3000 blitz rating. Is he an adult improver? 52:00- Does Aman have any new impersonations? 53:00- Aman’s thoughts on The Queen of Chess 54:00- Did the Chessbrahs go out in London? 55:00- Favorite chessbrah videos 56:00- Does Aman approve of Magnus’ new mustache? 59:00- Thanks to Aman for joining me again! Here is how to keep up with he and the Chessbrahs: Chessable course: https://www.chessable.com/aman-hambletons-london-system/course/353577/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/chessbrah Kick: https://kick.com/chessbrah/videos YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chessbrah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 h y 5 m
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Best Chess Podcast out there! I enjoy listening in the car on Audible! Ken Kansas City Chess Club

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Great podcast! I love listening to interviews with my favorite players. Absolutely wonderful! Ben Johnson is a great host.

Amazing!!

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Same as above. You can listen without YouTube commercials. good luck on your journey in chess

Very good listen about adult chess improving

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this podcast is very informative with great interviews. It also has book recommendations that are helpful.

great content

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I love that adult learners are also featured in this podcast. It’s inspirational to hear about other people my age who are picking up chess for the first time or dusting off the old skills. And of course the IM and GM guests are amazing, too! Lots of humorous stories from pros and learners alike.

Inspirational and funny

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