James Canty III
Chessboxing competitor and the world heavyweight chessboxing champion featured in the episode, discussing his training, fights, and championship experience.
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Mar 16, 2026 • 57min
EP 184 | Chessboxing and the Dreams of James Canty
FM James Canty III, chessboxing world champion, coach, and content creator pursuing IM/GM norms. He recounts winning in Serbia and the clash of boxing and chess. Training routines, breathwork, and nootropics come up. He also discusses balancing streaming, coaching, family, and future plans in chessboxing.
Nov 28, 2025 • 1h 26min
Matt Thomas & James Canty | Exposure Therapy, Breathwork & Turning Chess Brains Into Boxing Weapons
Matt Thomas, founder of chess boxing in the U.S., and James Canty III, the heavyweight chess boxing champion, share their unique journeys. They delve into the parallels between chess and boxing, revealing how breathing techniques enhance performance in both sports. James breaks down his championship fight, while Matt discusses the importance of mental toughness and exposure therapy for athletes. They also highlight upcoming plans for hybrid combat sports, merging chess with other martial arts to create innovative training programs.
