We are back with another bonus pod discussing the ongoing controversy involving GM Magnus Carlsen and GM Hans Niemann. This week there have been significant new events and information brought to light, and I am joined by 2 separate guests to review the developments and help sort it out. After reviewing the key events and quotes, I am joined by GM Alex Fishbein (9:00) and then IM Greg Shahade (1:11:00). The interview with Alex was recorded Wednesday night, September 21, and Greg’s interview was recorded Tuesday September 20. Thanks to them both for sharing their insights! 

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9:00- GM Alex Fishbein joins the show

9:00- Was there anything unusual in Alex’s 3 OTB games against Hans? 

15:00- How likely does Alex think the “prep leak theory" is? 

24:00- Does Alex agree with GM Jacob Aagaard’s shoplifting/bank robbing analogy from last week’s bonus pod? 

33:00- The crux of the issue is that chess has always been played partially based on an honor system 

41:00- Is it true that its easier to cheat online than live? 

46:00- How likely is one to encounter cheating in a typical OTB tournament? 

1:00:00- Alex sums up his thoughts about what may have happened in St. Louis 

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1:11:00- IM Greg Shahade joins the show 

Thanks to my guests for joining the show!

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