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How Blitz Can Help, Time Management, & Trash-Talking w/ IM Greg Shahade

October 04, 2022 • Daniel Lona • Episode 37

037 IM Greg Shahade always brings a good time.

His charisma and relaxed humor make for a dynamic, fun conversation in every interview he gives.

And this one is no different!

We cover a range of topics, including the difference between improving at chess versus trivia (it helps explain why chess is so difficult!), his spontaneous approach to life, and:

Why blitz can improve your chess if you follow his two suggestions
Time management advice for those who play too slow (and too fast!)
Will he ever do chess boxing?
Classic trash-talking segment against his recent rival, IM Lawrence Trent

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