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“Informative. Fun. I learn something from each episode and moreover the vibe from this podcast is so definitively positive. Keep up the great work.”
Jsmoosss via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/24
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“This show is underrated simply bc if nothing else just from listening you learn so much about the chess world including different books, strategies, and ways to learn and what the community is like and how it feels to go to a tournament. If feels good to hear the stories of how people may have...”Read full review »
Jameslkiop via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/24
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“If you are an adult trying to improve at Chess then this podcast is essential listening. It speaks to a wide range of adults about their journey in chess, including tips, resources used and general ways they went about their learning. Excellent presented by a fellow adult improver who asks all...”Read full review »
Tankpower1974 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/13/24
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“Bruce makes so much sense. I recently just got into chess at 45. I’m not delusional but I am so sick of the “you can’t do it culture.” I’d rather listen to reasons how you can than reasons why you can’t. I’m divorced. No kids. Down time at work. I can retire in 8 yrs. I’m inching forward in my 12...”Read full review »
cocodojo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/24
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“I have been listening to this podcast for over a year now and I find it very entertaining and informative. I think it is one of the best chess related podcast out there.”
AAScot via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/29/24
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“I have jumped back into playing chess as an adult improver and I love to listen to this podcast to hear how people approach improving. Kevin is a really good interviewer and I love the variety of guests. It is also helpful to hear the books or online resources that people use. This podcast is...”Read full review »
rjn_e289 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/24
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“I love this show! As an adult trying to improve at chess this show is full of great advice and tips on how to improve. I also find other people sharing the highs and lows of their own personal chess journeys very inspiring. Dr Scull is so funny, I am always entertained by his witty comments.”
Wayne Frostick via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/13/24
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“Really enjoy this show.”
tdrusk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/24
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“Kevin is a great interviewer, and for someone like me who recently came back to chess, it's inspiring to hear his guests' stories. I met Kevin this week at the North American Open in Las Vegas and he was also super friendly and gracious (in spite of having just let a win slip away)....”Read full review »
LostFanOnTheRoad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/23
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“Adult improvement episodes were my favorite part of the perpetual chess podcast, so needless to say, when I discovered chess journeys I was ecstatic. Kevin, the host, solely interviews players I myself can better relate to and does so in an engaging and inquisitive manner.
Always look forward...”Read full review »
Amazung via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/29/23
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“A really awesome show, always interesting and informational.
A MUST listen, it’s great to hear other chess players journeys!”
Gecko 64 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/29/23
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“Plenty of insights and always fun to listen to. I like it better than the Perpetual Chess podcast, which I also like though. This pod is more about the real people playing and improving, just like you and me. Thank you so much!”
ChristianS980 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
12/28/23
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“I learn many tips from his podcasts. Down to earth and very applicable to us beginners that have started to see the fun and challenge in this game.”
Djarami via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/23
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“IMO this is the best chess podcast that caters for adult improvers. By miles. There’s no nonsense about the best known chess players like Magnus etc whose style of play has zero relevance to us mere mortals. Instead this podcast focuses on “average Joes” who play at a level we can all understand...”Read full review »
GRXDLS via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/18/23
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“I thoroughly enjoy listening to the stories and delusions of people who have the same escapist/OCD hobby of playing chess”
Oogord via Apple Podcasts ·
Poland ·
12/15/23
“I can’t thank Dr. Schull enough for this podcast. He makes chess improvement relatable to the everyday mom/dad working a job and raising a family and trying to continue improving at chess. I appreciate how his guests range is skill from 1000-2000. Keep up the great work!”
Stephan Be via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/23
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“I look forward to this podcast each week. Adult improvement is such a tantalising but vague goal and this podcast highlights different approaches, lets me know that it’s not completely weird to obsess about chess and also that it’s pretty normal to work hard at chess but still lose horribly....”Read full review »
Pmcc0672 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/09/23
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“Such a great podcast! I learn something from each guest and really appreciate Dr. Scull's candor about his own journey as well as his sense of humor! It's been helpful to hear how others improve, how they view the game itself, and how chess has impacted their lives. Excellent pod that...”Read full review »
Rich B2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/23
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“A great podcast on the rise to the upper tier of chess related content. Engaging guests, content and entertaining. Wide range of episodes focusing on chess improvement and have enjoyed each episode. The podcast has only improved over time and enjoy each release as always something to take away...”Read full review »
Rosinbag1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/04/23
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“Dr. Scull is the best. Such a nice podcast!!!”
Arash (arashnh1) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/23/23
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“Thank you so much for this broadcast. I am an at-school chess player and although we have a chess set in the house my games are very basic and I don’t have a rank. To be honest i am aware of chess masters but it never occurred to me that Chess was so organised as a competitive sport. I had to...”Read full review »
jlnash via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/16/23
“I love Chess Journeys. I’m a binge listener, going back to episode 1.”
WikiGuy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/23
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“Hi Kevin! first of all, I follow your podcast regularly (I've listened to most of the episodes), and I enjoy it a lot (as every chess lover does, I guess), so congratulations and thank you for your work. I must say this episode (n82) is the one I enjoyed most by far!; probably because I find...”Read full review »
rasaro75 via Apple Podcasts ·
Spain ·
02/13/23
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“Dr.Scull pulls amazing stories out of these guests who are often represent the rank and file experience of the bulk of players who make up the chess world. It’s fun to hear their stories!”
Trumpet83 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/23/22
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“Listen to every episode. Dr skull is a funny and quirky host. I enjoy hearing the struggles of him and his guests”
Hdhrggggggdff bill via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/22
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“Love the show. Found it recently and really enjoying so many episodes. Great reminder of all the ways people chess. Lots of fun.”
AverageChessEnjoyer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/22
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“I love the different perspectives that Dr. Scull gets each week. One week it’s IM elect Tatev Abrahamyan or WGM Jen Shahade the next week it’s a computer programmer that has just played in their first OTB tournament.
Like I said in the title, keep ‘em coming!
-NM Craig C.”
CraiggoryC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/22
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“I love that this podcast captures people in my same position as a player. Inspirational, enlightening, and sincere, it’s a great listen for anyone who is trying to improve their chess game. Great stuff!”
jcgoody via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/22
“This podcast is great for average chess players (which means most of us!). It's interesting to hear how others train and stay motivated & positive.”Read full review »
SimbaWilliam via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/13/22
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“Not sure how I came across this podcast, but it has been a valuable addition to my life. The presenter’s laid back style and the guests from a variety of different backgrounds lead to an enriching listening experience. I can’t promise that I’ll ever dedicate my life to ‘adult improvement’ as much...”Read full review »
Neetnav via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/13/22
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“I think it’s tough to get started in chess. There are lots of wrong turns to take. This podcast has helped steer me in the right directions. It’s also just a good way to get to know the game and the people in it. Thank you!”
Judd717 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/22
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“I enjoy this podcast, my only qualm is I wish there was more of a structure. Sometimes the conversations are all over the place and topic of improvement is barely touched upon.”
Darrick_shanks via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/06/22
“I've voraciously consumed the entire back catalog of Ben Johnson's Perpetual Chess podcast, which is all great. And Kevin—on Chess Journeys—has interviewed some of the same people. For reasons I can't pin down, Kevin's interviewing style somehow has managed to elicit very useful...”Read full review »
Jim Ratliff via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/21
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“A must if you are a adult chess improver, or at least aims to improve. I binge listened the first 20 episodes (every one that is published at this date) and I’m longing for more! To be an adult improver can feel lonely if your not in a community that appreciate chess. Listening to the podcast...”Read full review »
Säkerhetspolitik via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
11/25/21
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“Most chess content out there focuses on players who are extremely proficient already. Dr. Scull has managed to put together a super interesting podcast for us mere mortals who, by definition make up the majority of players! Glad to see content like this is getting made.”
Suraj Ravi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/03/21
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“I’m so glad that I found this podcast in its early days. Kevin (the host) is an ambitious adult improver himself. I have found a ton of value in his interviews with guests rated slightly higher than me, and his master interviews are also super entertaining even if not as directly applicable to...”Read full review »
cbutzon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/22/21
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“Kevin chess podcast is awesome!! I’m thankful for his adult improver interviews.. As an adult improver my self, I can relate to all the topics discussed.. I really like Kevin’s personality, he’s funny and very entertaining.. Highly recommended!!! Thanks Dr. Scull!!”
The Professor131313 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/21
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“This is a very enjoyable podcast for anyone interested in chess improvement and hearing about others’ thoughts and experiences on the topic. My only complaint is the sound quality is sometimes poor, making it hard to understand what’s being said. But in the most recent episode I heard the quality...”Read full review »
APM1991 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/08/21
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“My favorite chess podcast. Kevin very relatable and a natural interviewer. Guests and discussions are relevant and give me a boost and encouragement to keep working on my chess. Keep up the great work”
l0ve it!!!! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/21
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