Queens United Chess Podcast
Queens United Chess
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About This Podcast
Tune in to the official Queen's United Chess Podcast to hear from inspiring leaders who shape the chess community!
Queens United Chess is a student-run 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to bridging the gender divide through female-led introductory chess lessons, club meetings, and tournaments, with over 35 female instructors having directly impacted over 550 youth across Chicago and the country. They co-developed the CPS Chess Queens program with Chicago Public Schools and Renaissance Knights which has established over 14+ chess programs within underserved Chicago schools and taught chess to over 250+ students. In the past, Queens United has collaborated with the Chicago Chess Foundation and the US Chess Women’s Girls Club, and other chess players to host free tournaments and guest speaker events, including WGM Jennifer Shahade, FM Alisa Melekhina, and NM Laura Smith. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at queensunitedchess.org.
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S2E23 Queen’s Advice Corner | The Best Thing You Can Do in Chess Isn’t Winning
In this episode of Queen’s Advice Corner, Zara Majid reflects on choosing not to play in the National Championship and how that decision became a lesson in leadership and giving back. From balancing…
S2E22 Meet WFM Laksshana Deepak
In this episode of our podcast, Zara speaks with WFM Laksshana Deepak about her journey from youth tournaments to earning her WFM title after an undefeated run at the North American Youth…
S2E21 What Becoming National Champion Really Took
In this episode of Queen’s Advice Corner, Zara Majid reflects on what it truly took to become the Cayman Islands National Female Chess Champion. Beyond the title and trophy, she shares the unseen…
S2E20 Queen’s Advice Corner | Bad Tournaments Happen - Here’s How to Bounce Back Stronger:
In this episode of Queen’s Advice Corner, Zara Majid reflects on a tough tournament at the CAC Youth Chess Festival in Puerto Rico, where she finished with 4.5/9. She talks honestly about why bad…
S2E19 Meet Chika & Angel Pride
In this uplifting episode, WCM Zara Majid sits down with Bahamian sisters Chika and Angel Pride; one a rising WCM and national champion, the other a young FIDE Arbiter and girls-in-chess advocate.…
S2E18 Queen’s Advice Corner | Confidence Over the Board
In this episode, WCM Zara Majid shares how stepping into the toughest section of the International Cayman Islands Chess Classic taught her the true meaning of confidence. As the youngest and only…
S2E17 Queen’s Advice Corner | The Sisterhood of Chess
In this episode of Queen’s Advice Corner, WCM Zara Majid shares how chess has helped her make incredible friendships all around the world, from the Caribbean to Canada, India, South Africa, and…
S2E16 Queen’s Advice Corner | Stay Calm Under Pressure
WCM Zara Majid shares a lesson from the Youth Olympiad in Colombia, where time pressure led to a painful blunder.Learn how to stay calm, use your increment, and think clearly — even when the clock is…
S2E15 Queen’s Advice Corner | What is my Opponent’s Threat?
WCM Zara Majid shares a lesson from a recent tournament where she lost a pawn to a simple pin because she forgot to ask herself one crucial question: “What is my opponent’s threat?” Inspired by…
S2E14 Queen’s Advice Corner | Phiona Mutesi – From the Streets of Kampala to the World Stage
In this inspiring episode, WCM Zara Majid shares the incredible true story of Phiona Mutesi, a girl from the slums of Uganda who rose to become a Woman Candidate Master — and the star of the Disney…
S2E13 Meet WGM Martha Fierro
Tune in to hear about Martha Fierro, a highly accomplished women’s grandmaster and international master. She won the American Continental Women's Chess Championship in 2009 and won silver at the…
S2E12 Queen’s Advice Corner | There Are 3 Results in Chess: Winning, Drawing, and Learning
In this heartfelt episode, WCM Zara Majid shares the truth every chess player must face: losing is part of the journey. From her emotional experience at the Pan-American Youth Championships to…
S2E11 Queen’s Advice Corner | Summer Chess Opportunities
This week, WCM Zara Majid shares exciting and accessible ways to stay involved with chess over the summer! From contacting your local federation to joining top-rated online camps like ChessKid, Chess…
S2E10 Queen’s Advice Corner | Fast or Slow? You Decide
In this episode, WCM Zara Majid breaks down the benefits of both fast and slow chess — and why training for both is key to becoming a complete player. From deep thinking in long classical games to…
S2E9 Queen’s Advice Corner | WGM Carissa Yip – A Quiet Girl with a Record-Breaking Legacy
In this episode, WCM Zara Majid shares a personal story from the 2024 Chess Olympiad — where a casual breakfast with a friendly stranger turned out to be a moment with one of America’s greatest…
S2E8 Queen’s Advice Corner | How to Think During a Chess Game
In this episode, WCM Zara Majid breaks down a simple but powerful 3-step thinking process for beginner and intermediate players: checks, captures, and threats. Learn how to avoid blunders, spot…
S2E7 Queen’s Advice Corner | GM Judit Polgár Breaking Barriers in Chess - And What You Can Learn From Her
In this inspiring episode, WCM Zara Majid shares the powerful story of GM Judit Polgár — the strongest female chess player in history — and what her journey means for beginners today. Learn how Judit…
S2E6 Queen’s Advice Corner | 3 Beginner Mistakes You Can Fix Today
In our very first episode, WCM Zara Majid shares the top three beginner mistakes that hold players back — and how to fix them right away. From opening pawn chaos to hanging pieces and rushing the…
S2E5 Meet WCM Tris-Ann Richards: Councillor for the FIDE Commission for Women's Chess
Tune in to hear about Tris-Ann Richards inspirational chess career! She is a prominent chess player from Saint Lucia, currently holding the title of Woman Candidate Master. Beyond her playing career,…
S2E4 Meet WGM Sabina Foisor: 2017 US Women's Chess Champion
Tune in to hear about WGM Sabina Foisor's incredible chess journey and some closing advice for young players! She repeatedly represented Romania at the European Youth Chess Championship and won…
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Queens United Chess Podcast has published 27 episodes since March 2023, covering topics in Business, Non-Profit.
Queens United Chess Podcast is currently active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 14m.
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