Polgar sisters
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The Polgar sisters—Susan, Sofia, and Judit—are Hungarian chess champions who became world-renowned as part of an educational experiment by their father, László Polgár, to prove that geniuses are made, not born. Judit is widely considered the strongest female chess player in history, while Susan was the first woman to earn the Grandmaster title through tournament play. Together, they broke numerous gender barriers in the chess world and inspired a generation of players.
2 episodes featuring Polgar sisters
Modern Wisdom
UFC champion Ben Askren survives near-death infection and double lung transplant
This episode reveals how the mental discipline of elite athletics can become a literal tool for survival during a sudden, catastrophic medical crisis.
Jun 27, 2026 · 1h 6m
Huberman Lab Essentials
David Eagleman explains how the brain rewires itself for learning
Understanding the biological rules of neuroplasticity reveals how we can actively shape our brains to improve learning, memory, and cognitive adaptation.
Jan 26, 2026 · 2h 25m