Perpetual Chess is a podcast hosted by Ben Johnson, featuring in-depth interviews with grandmasters, international masters, chess authors, and other notable figures in the chess world. Since launching in 2017, it has produced hundreds of episodes covering how top players learned the game, their training methods, views on improvement, and insights into competitive chess.

The interview format sets it apart from instructional content: episodes tend to be long-form and conversational, exploring the stories and philosophies of guests rather than delivering structured lessons. Guests have included Magnus Carlsen, Susan Polgar, Jonathan Rowson, and dozens of other well-known figures.

All episodes are free and available on all major podcast platforms as well as the website. The Perpetual Chess Improvement book, also by Ben Johnson, distills advice from past guests into a structured improvement guide. The podcast is particularly enjoyed by adult improvers who appreciate hearing how serious players think about the game.