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From parks to tournaments, chess isn't just for eggheads.

Host: David Hill

Producers: Bobby Wagner, Mike Wargon, Matt Dollinger, Vikram Patel

Sound Design: Bobby Wagner

Mixing and Mastering: Scott Somerville

Theme song: Isaac Lee

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5. Tom Murphy, the Chess Hustler

Episode Description

Never lose your place, on any device