In this episode, WCM Zara Majid shares a personal story from the 2024 Chess Olympiad — where a casual breakfast with a friendly stranger turned out to be a moment with one of America’s greatest female chess players: WGM Carissa Yip. From record-breaking titles to Olympic gold, learn how Carissa’s quiet confidence, sharp tactics, and humble spirit make her a true role model. This one’s a reminder that greatness can be both powerful and soft-spoken.

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