Dojo Talks: A Chess Podcast EP 172 | Justice for Daniel Naroditsky
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Oct 28, 2025 The hosts reflect on the tragic passing of Daniel Naroditsky, urging listeners to maintain connections during crises. They discuss the community's strong reactions to Kramnik's controversial statements, questioning the fairness of blaming Naroditsky's friends. Delving into Kramnik's behavior, parallels are drawn with past chess greats' troubling actions. The conversation touches on the role of online platforms in managing bullying and harassment, advocating for active community support for vulnerable individuals while considering potential sanctions against Kramnik.
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Tidal Wave Of Rage Against Kramnik
- A huge communal rage formed against Kramnik after his public reactions.
- David Pruess notes many blame Kramnik partly for Donya's death despite unknowns about cause.
GothamChess Tribute And Caution
- GothamChess posted an emotional 'Justice for Danya' video criticizing Kramnik and Sutovsky's responses.
- Pruess cautioned that clipping old upset moments doesn't prove causation for a later death.
Unclear Cause, Clear Pattern
- Kostya and David emphasize we still don't know the circumstances of Donya's death.
- Kostya notes Kramnik's earlier attacks (e.g., David Navarro) already showed his behavior had gone too far.