

EP.08 - Grandmaster Sam Shankland
6 snips Jan 24, 2017
In this podcast, Grandmaster Sam Shankland talks about his Chess Olympiad successes, study habits, and plans for 2017. Insights from Magnus Carlsen's team and discussions on balancing teaching and playing chess professionally are also covered. The podcast delves into challenges faced by American chess players and reflections on financial implications of winning the Sanford Fellowship.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Chess Tournament Negotiations and Preparation Strategy Insights
02:28 • 3min
Insights from Magnus Carlsen's Team
05:06 • 5min
Journey Through Chess and Sports
10:30 • 8min
Exploring Low-Wage Work, Alternative Careers, and Stock Market Strategies
18:28 • 3min
Financial Implications of Winning the Sanford Fellowship
21:27 • 2min
Balancing Teaching and Playing Chess Professionally
23:18 • 14min
American Chess Players: Challenges and Opportunities
37:46 • 5min