SCENES ✖ Phil Makepeace

With the sales of chess boards increasing by 400% in 2020, it's safe to say the sport is on the rise amongst younger generations. We spoke to Phil Makepeace, a professional chess coach and ex-professional player, about the sports gender gap, its funding and the monumental influence of 'The Queen's Gambit' on the chess world.

✖ About SCENES

Conversations in culture with the people who know it best. From discussing the birth of Drum and Bass with legendary DJ Andy C to hearing how Almass Badat documented the transgender community in India, Truant chat with guests across music, art, fashion, film, sport and technology in a bid to understand the scenes they love that little bit better.

Soundtrack: Moss Gatherer - One