ChessMood Podcast

Grandmaster Avetik Grigoryan, founder and head coach of ChessMood, interviews the elite performers of the world to uncover their mindset strategies that can help chess players. Among the guests are chess Grandmasters, successful entrepreneurs, investors, best-selling authors, elite athletes and anyone who is or has been to the top! You’ll discover the mindset strategies that superstars have used to achieve greatness in their field, and how they've developed the mental fortitude and resilience necessary to succeed at the highest level.

ChessMood Podcast is a education podcast hosted by GM Avetik Grigoryan, with 18 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

GM Avetik Grigoryan hosts ChessMood Podcast, a education show with 18 episodes published.

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  Episode #18

  Why Magnus Carlsen is the #1 Player in the World? | IM Sagar Shah on ChessMood Podcast

  Aug 28, 20251h 23mS0

  <p>Traveling nonstop for eleven months, walking eight days by the Narmada River with no phone or money — this is a small part of Sagar Shah’s journey.</p><p>In this talk with GM Avetik, he speaks about the books that opened new paths for him, the balance between love and discipline, and Magnus Carlsen’s unique approach.</p><p>He also shares how ChessBase India became a spiritual journey, why he created the Temple of Chess, and how the HelpChess Trust is helping young, talented chess players.</p><p>It is a personal and spiritual conversation with deep reflec...

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  Episode #17

  The Untold Stories of Carlsen & Kramnik | GM Laurent Fressinet on ChessMood Podcast

  Jun 18, 20251h 3mS0

  <p>From reaching a 2700 rating and being among the world’s top 20 players, to helping both Vladimir Kramnik and Magnus Carlsen in World Championship matches… From classic board preparation to modern engine work — our guest is GM Laurent Fressinet.</p><p>In this honest conversation with GM Avetik, he opens up about:</p><p>– Working with legends like Kramnik and Carlsen</p><p>– The emotional and mental challenges of elite chess</p><p>– Insightful stories from the World Championship matches</p><p>– Why he stopped chasing 2700 and embraced coaching</p><p>– The evolution of chess: Why modern chess is all about speed</p><...

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  Episode #16

  The Price I Paid for Ignoring the Truth | GM Levon Aronian on ChessMood Podcast

  Apr 30, 20251h 9mS0

  <p>In this raw and powerful conversation, GM Levon Aronian opens up about the truths he avoided — and the price he paid for it.</p><p>From missing his chance at the World Championship to learning the hard lessons about discipline, ambition, and self-awareness, Levon shares insights few Grandmasters ever admit publicly.</p><p>You’ll hear about his journey through crisis and reinvention, why real growth begins with brutal honesty, and how facing the truth — not running from it — shaped his life both on and off the chessboard.</p><p>A rare and vulnerable glimpse into the mindset of one of c...

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  Episode #15

  The Joy Is in the Journey, Not the End | Rao Srikumar on ChessMood Podcast

  Apr 12, 20251h 6mS0

  <p>In this special episode of the ChessMood Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Rao Srikumar — bestselling author, TED speaker, and former professor at some of the world’s top business schools. </p><p>Known as the “FedEx guy” for delivering timeless wisdom in modern language, Dr. Rao has mentored thousands of elite entrepreneurs and thinkers. In this deep, honest, and often surprising conversation with GM Avetik, they explore: </p><p>✅ Emotional mastery in life and chess </p><p>✅ Letting go of anger and attachment </p><p>✅ The idea of destiny and control </p><p>✅ Why happiness isn't something you pursue </p><p>✅...

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  Episode #14

  Enjoy Your Plateaus, Invest in the Process | GM Noel Studer on the ChessMood Podcast

  Mar 29, 202557 minS0

  <p>Champions, our guest today is Grandmaster Noel Studer!</p><p>After retiring from professional chess, he started NextLevelChess, where he shares his experience and insights to help others improve their game.</p><p></p><p>Noel’s website https://nextlevelchess.com/</p><p>Over 200 articles https://nextlevelchess.com/articles/</p><p>His course on how to study chess https://courses.nextlevelchess.blog/courses/simplified-chess-improvement-system</p><p>-----------------------------------</p><p>Get three free courses:</p><p>https://chessmood.com/course/opening-principles</p><p>https://chessmood.com/course/avetik-grigoryan-best-games</p><p>https://chessmood.com/course/gabuzyan-best-games</p><p>At ChessMood, you le...

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