The Cult of Chess

About this episode

This episode explores the cult-like aspects of chess with expert Danny Rensch.

The timer starts now, cultie. This week’s cult is one that some find boring, some find thrilling, and some particularly fell into via a certain Netflix show starring Anya Taylor Joy (guilty). Whichever way you slice it, we can assure you the world of chess is far cultier than the cute little horsies would have you think. Whether you’re a total noob or grandmaster status, this week’s conversation with chess expert and cult survivor Danny Rensch (@dannyrensch) will have you on the edge of your seat. Come along with Reese as she looks beyond the cute academia aesthetic and into the strategic and not-so-black-and-white cult of chess. Subscribe to Sounds Like A Cult on Youtube!Follow us on IG @soundslikeacultpod, @amanda_montell, @reesaronii, @chelseaxcharles, @imanharirikia. To pre-order Iman's new book, Once in a Timeline, click here! Thank you to our sponsors! For free shipping on your order and 365-day returns, Head to https://Quince.com/slac Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at ⁠⁠https://BollAndBranch.com/slac⁠⁠ with code slac. Download the Whatnot app today and get free shipping on your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Reese

Guest: Danny Rensch

Topics covered

• chess
• cult
• strategy
• education
• interview

Keywords

• chess
• cult
• Danny Rensch
• strategy
• Netflix
• Anya Taylor Joy
• education
• interview

Sponsors

Quince, Boll And Branch, Whatnot

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sounds Like A Cult, Studio71

Products: Once in a Timeline

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