Ep. 185: The Adult Amateur's Guide to Defeating Chess Prodigies episode artwork

EPISODE · Apr 12, 2026 · 31 MIN

Ep. 185: The Adult Amateur's Guide to Defeating Chess Prodigies

from The Chess Angle · host Long Island Chess Club

In this episode, we react to a recent article on how to beat chess prodigies and what adult amateurs tend to get wrong when facing underrated kids. We break down practical strategies like avoiding tactical chaos and forcing long, patient games. If you've ever sat down across from a 10-year-old and immediately felt in trouble, this one's for you. Referenced: How to Beat A Chess Prodigy  📧 If you have a question, comment, or topic idea for a future episode, e-mail us at [email protected]. 🎯 Our Links:  Website Twitter (X) Buy Me a Coffee

NOW PLAYING

Ep. 185: The Adult Amateur's Guide to Defeating Chess Prodigies

0:00 31:56

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of The Chess Angle?

This episode is 31 minutes long.

When was this The Chess Angle episode published?

This episode was published on April 12, 2026.

What is this episode about?

In this episode, we react to a recent article on how to beat chess prodigies and what adult amateurs tend to get wrong when facing underrated kids. We break down practical strategies like avoiding tactical chaos and forcing long, patient games. If...

Can I download this The Chess Angle episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!