Ep. 70 (S4 Finale): Chess Openings & Using a "Forever" Repertoire (Ep. 1 Reboot)
May 21, 2023•31 min•Ep. 70
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Episode description
This week's episode is our Season 4 Finale. SEASON 5 COMING SOON!
This is an updated version of the very first episode of this podcast, "Chess Openings and the Club Player." We cover:
- The main goal of the opening
- System and thematic openings
- Is there an advantage to having the white pieces?
- Should you play complicated, theoretical openings?
- The importance of a consistent opening repertoire
- Neal's personal opening choices
Referenced (Amazon links):
- The London System in 12 Practical Lessons
- Win With the London System
- Play the London System
- Starting Out: The French
- Starting Out: The Nimzo-Indian
- Starting Out: The Queen’s Indian
- Master the Hedgehog Structure (article)
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