Thanks to everyone who commented and upvoted on the recent community post! I now have an excellent idea of what openings you guys would like to see, so starting with this video, I'll be working your suggestions into my CTRL and Standard games in the coming weeks.
I’m so glad you’re doing these long game videos. I enjoy your Lichess Plays blitz videos but they aren’t nearly as instructive. These ones are great. Right up there with Danya for best TH-cam chess instruction!
Hi John, Love the comment about chess being a timeless game and that it will always be there for you. I Found your channel (and chess) about 5 or 6 years ago when I came across ‘my first chess opponent’ I fell in love with the game and have played ever since. I joined my local club a few years back and have met some great people through it, So I want to thank you for introducing me to chess, it’s helped me a lot over the years! Thanks!
John, not only are you a great player and talented teacher, no, you are also sweet as hell: „this game will always be here for you“ is the sweetest sentence ever made about this gorgeous game. Love you for that.
Thanks for the Alekhine game! Would love to see more, it's my favorite opening. You mentioned being scared of the pin after Qd7 in the game and the analysis, in the classical Nf3 line it's actually one of the recommended moves, the pin isn't scary after all with the dynamics, nor the King in the center if the queens are traded. The Tillis Chessable course has some nice lines to gain the stronger side of equality.
Another great informative and entertaining video! White played an interesting game but I might be rewatching the review a few times. Lots of ideas covered.
When I saw the video length, I thought "Wow this 1300 must've put up a fight!" And while he did largely play a very strong game, I was delighted to see we were getting some PRIMO analysis. Love your videos John! And give us more Finns Fashion Tips!
I like how in every other video, John apologizes to Ben Finegold for suggesting f6 as a logical move. :-D It's been great watching the new wave of uploaded videos and I hope there's more to come, thank you!
John, we need those battle tips in frame! Improves chess play by 8% which is proven. In more seriousness, thanks for the video! I always get a little bit of glee when I get a notification that you posted.
Fascinating! I never thought of Alekhine’s Defense as being part of the Caro-Scandi-French family. This line in particular seemed to have shades of a Panov, if white had been more proactive with the c-pawn
Great video John. I'm gonna imitate your voice and commentate my moves like you next time and hopefully it will make me play half as good. "Hey opponent, this is John"
I know that these things are hard to negotiate but I am going to try to phrase this in such a way that it appeals to both You AND The World Chess Champion..... There is Nothing in All of TH-cam or the internet more interesting or broadly informative than your collaborations with Magnus Carlsen.
I was looking at Nd4 one move earlier when your knight hasn't reached b4 yet and c6 was undefended. Then there might be some Nc3 discovery desperado stuff, IDK too complicated.
John,there is interesting thing:I'm actually do playing Alekhine defense right now,trying to explore so called Geschev gambit(it's when in scandinavian variation after e x d you play c6,offering another pawn for developing the knight),but believe it or not, there is literally no theory on the subject across the internet!Probably because it's objectively bad...But I know that Jobava,for example,plays it from time to time quite succesfully, so I'm really interested to dig deeper into this)Although not feeling the drill of it yet
Hey John love your videos! Could you ever make a lesson on how to methodically study theory? And also where to start? Im having a hard time with that. Your analysis helps and the chessable courses have been great but it often doesnt stick that well with me because my studying is to unstructured and unspecififc, often trying to study too many different things. That would be great!
Playing the king's gambit is like melting a beer bottle in a campfire: you know you shouldn't, because you're arse can get burned, but you do anyway, because it's fun. Play a kings gambit John! It'll be fun!
I didn't get to vote, but I remember you used to play a modern with the moves e4 g6 d4 Bg7 c4 Nc6 and would like to know more about it. I think nepo played it a few times and I would like to know more
Thanks to everyone who commented and upvoted on the recent community post! I now have an excellent idea of what openings you guys would like to see, so starting with this video, I'll be working your suggestions into my CTRL and Standard games in the coming weeks.
Battle tips nearly out of frame - gotta get a haircut, folks 😀
grow them out so they spend more time out of frame than in frame
Finally we’re seeing the promised pivot to fashion tips and dating advice.
@@StoicTheGeek Yes finally. LOL
John, please grow out a mullet PLEASE
Like how you take the opponent seriously even though he's half your rating.
Shirt matching the chessboard, John’s going for the kill
I’m so glad you’re doing these long game videos. I enjoy your Lichess Plays blitz videos but they aren’t nearly as instructive. These ones are great. Right up there with Danya for best TH-cam chess instruction!
Hi John, Love the comment about chess being a timeless game and that it will always be there for you. I Found your channel (and chess) about 5 or 6 years ago when I came across ‘my first chess opponent’ I fell in love with the game and have played ever since. I joined my local club a few years back and have met some great people through it, So I want to thank you for introducing me to chess, it’s helped me a lot over the years! Thanks!
John, not only are you a great player and talented teacher, no, you are also sweet as hell: „this game will always be here for you“ is the sweetest sentence ever made about this gorgeous game. Love you for that.
Thanks for the Alekhine game! Would love to see more, it's my favorite opening. You mentioned being scared of the pin after Qd7 in the game and the analysis, in the classical Nf3 line it's actually one of the recommended moves, the pin isn't scary after all with the dynamics, nor the King in the center if the queens are traded. The Tillis Chessable course has some nice lines to gain the stronger side of equality.
So happy to see another one John! Your channel is the gift that keeps giving !!
I love this series, please keep it up. Thank you
Love waking up and seeing a new game to watch during breakfast
Patiently waiting for more Alekhines defence videos!
Thanks for the new video Minnesota Fins. Found your comment about repeating a position at least once very interesting. Grateful for the battle tip!
Thank you John. Your high-quality content is greatly appreciated. I always look forward to your CTRL videos (especially the analysis).
Another great informative and entertaining video!
White played an interesting game but I might be rewatching the review a few times. Lots of ideas covered.
I love your long-form content! Thanks for continuing to make amazing videos!
So AWESOME seeing you post again. We’ve missed you on TH-cam
When I saw the video length, I thought "Wow this 1300 must've put up a fight!" And while he did largely play a very strong game, I was delighted to see we were getting some PRIMO analysis. Love your videos John! And give us more Finns Fashion Tips!
Alekhines Defence. Best Defence.
Just the pause from your opponent after you play Nf6 is worth it.
Love the longer game videos. Thanks. Super instructive as I'm 1300 level player. The longer time frame the better.
Thank you for making content! I enjoy your videos a lot, John. You are helping me get back into Chess after a long hiatus. Blessings to you!
Yesss, saving this video for later. Alekhine defense needs some love.
I like how in every other video, John apologizes to Ben Finegold for suggesting f6 as a logical move. :-D It's been great watching the new wave of uploaded videos and I hope there's more to come, thank you!
I’m a simple man. I see a JB video - I watch and like
John, we need those battle tips in frame! Improves chess play by 8% which is proven.
In more seriousness, thanks for the video! I always get a little bit of glee when I get a notification that you posted.
Thanks for sharing your thought process during the game. I learn more through videos like these than anything else. We appreciate you!
Fascinating! I never thought of Alekhine’s Defense as being part of the Caro-Scandi-French family. This line in particular seemed to have shades of a Panov, if white had been more proactive with the c-pawn
Thanks for all the new vids John
Amazing work John, loving your content, very good commentary
I mainly play the caro and KID but this seems similar and like something I could add to my repertoire. Thanks!
Great video John. I'm gonna imitate your voice and commentate my moves like you next time and hopefully it will make me play half as good. "Hey opponent, this is John"
2:53 “Just know that [chess] will always be there for you” 🥺❤️ also, wp by white👍
I know that these things are hard to negotiate but I am going to try to phrase this in such a way that it appeals to both You AND The World Chess Champion.....
There is Nothing in All of TH-cam or the internet more interesting or broadly informative than your collaborations with Magnus Carlsen.
Thanks John for listening to your viewers, quite a recent sub here, hope to see some other unconventional openings soon!
Love the alekhine,one of my fav openings.
Strong video today. Thank you, I.M. John!
Could you show black how to handle the Advance Tal Variation in the Caro?
Thanks for all the vids lately!
I was looking at Nd4 one move earlier when your knight hasn't reached b4 yet and c6 was undefended. Then there might be some Nc3 discovery desperado stuff, IDK too complicated.
John,there is interesting thing:I'm actually do playing Alekhine defense right now,trying to explore so called Geschev gambit(it's when in scandinavian variation after e x d you play c6,offering another pawn for developing the knight),but believe it or not, there is literally no theory on the subject across the internet!Probably because it's objectively bad...But I know that Jobava,for example,plays it from time to time quite succesfully, so I'm really interested to dig deeper into this)Although not feeling the drill of it yet
I've never had any luck on either side of Alekhine's defense. As Black I felt cramped. As White I felt overextended.
John, I recognize your name from Levi's podcast. I enjoy your instructional content. Ranked 1489 on lichess, Hopefully 1500 is coming
Hey John love your videos! Could you ever make a lesson on how to methodically study theory? And also where to start? Im having a hard time with that. Your analysis helps and the chessable courses have been great but it often doesnt stick that well with me because my studying is to unstructured and unspecififc, often trying to study too many different things. That would be great!
That Rg8 suggestion of the engine lol
Go home Stockfish, you're drunk!
Playing the king's gambit is like melting a beer bottle in a campfire: you know you shouldn't, because you're arse can get burned, but you do anyway, because it's fun. Play a kings gambit John! It'll be fun!
Bam! You got your hair rocking’!
I didn't get to vote, but I remember you used to play a modern with the moves e4 g6 d4 Bg7 c4 Nc6 and would like to know more about it. I think nepo played it a few times and I would like to know more
Good videos recently thank you
Analysis Gang, reporting for duty!
12:25
Always repeat as Ben Finegold would say
John, teaching tip - with every move decision you announce, complete the statement with the reason why. Every one.
Finally a fashion tip...
U da man John!
You always remind me of Jeff Winger from Community!
Are there any chess masters you would recommend for learning alapin opening from both sides?
I like the Alekhine. It's like Reti in a way. It baits fools like me lol
Hey John, this is guys.
Are you going to go for GM one day?
Would you consider turning on the piece sounds? It feels like something is missing in the videos?
Please don’t
The engine is so funny. Trade the queens and rook g8, what’s even the point of that lmao.
The engine's goals are beyond your understanding 🤣
when are you climbing above 1500?
LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
That was unfair to resign.
It's Ally-yecchhh-kin
alekhine is hard to play
There are a lot of things that are tough for a human @johnbartholomewchess 😂 41:56 . Thank you for yet another excellent video. 🎉