'Chess cabaret artist' Levy Rozman: 'People associate chess with intelligence: they are mistaken'

Levy Rozman, a prominent chess YouTuber and performer, discusses the misconceptions surrounding chess and intelligence. He emphasizes the growth of online chess, attributing it to the pandemic and his engaging content. Rozman, who has transitioned from teaching chess to performing in theaters, aims to make chess accessible and entertaining. He addresses issues like cheating in chess and reflects on the legacy of his late friend Daniel Naroditsky, who faced unfounded cheating allegations. Rozman advocates for a professional future in chess, hoping to inspire younger generations to pursue it as a career.