Chess 101, Openings & Psychology ft. Viswanathan Anand | Know Time 175

Learn chess from one of the greatest players in history. In this episode of Know Time, Viswanathan Anand shares practical chess lessons for beginners and experienced players alike, covering openings, strategy, calculation, psychology, and the habits that separate strong players from the rest. What makes a good chess opening? How should beginners study chess? Are openings more important than tactics? How has modern chess changed because of engines and AI? Anand explains the principles behind strong play rather than just memorizing moves, offering timeless advice for anyone looking to improve. Whether you're just learning chess, climbing the online rating ladder, or competing in tournaments, this conversation is packed with insights from a five-time World Chess Champion. In this episode: Chess openings every player should understand Common mistakes beginners make Strategy vs tactics in chess How to think during a game Developing calculation and visualization The role of intuition in chess Chess psychology and decision-making How AI and chess engines changed preparation Advice for improving at every level Lessons from a World Champion If you enjoy conversations on chess, strategy, psychology, AI, and high performance, subscribe to Know Time for more in-depth interviews with world-class experts. Vishy: Instagram: vishy.mindmaster SUPPORT: Patreon: Patreon: knowtime Anchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtime/support Youtube Membership: @knowtime Merch: https://know-time-shop.fourthwall.com/ PODCAST: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/knowtime Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CjRJPk... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... CONNECT: Youtube: Subscribe! Instagram: Instagram: knowtimetofly Instagram (Personal): Instagram: shalajlawania Twitter: Twitter: knowtimetofly Twitter (Personal): Twitter: shalajlawania Facebook: Facebook: knowtimetofly Reddit: Reddit: knowtimetofly Blog: http://www.sadisticshalpy.com/ Producer & Host: Shalaj Lawania TIMELINE 0:00 Trailer 1:31 Introduction 3:19 Chess: Art vs. Sport vs. Science 15:54 Natural Talent in Chess 21:03 Flow State 22:51 Chess Opening Theory: 1.E4 The King’s Pawn Opening 32:02 Chess Opening Theory: 1.D4 The Queen’s Pawn Opening 35:54 How Many Openings Do You Need To Learn? 37:52 Mental Warfare in Chess 41:38 Chess Psychology 49:45 Analysis of Viswanathan Anand vs. Joel Lautier 1997 56:30 Impact of Chess Engines 1:01:00 Intuition in Chess 1:03:19 Online vs. Over The Board 1:05:50 Chess & Intelligence 1:08:40 Crisis in Chess? 1:14:46 Lego Interpretation & Inspirations 1:19:04 Greatest Chess Player, Legacy & Meaning of Life #chess