Jennifer Shahade speaks to WFM Devina aka “Simply Devina” Devagharan about her streaming career, and her strong advocacy for mental health in the chess world and beyond. They discuss the psychological challenges and benefits of the game and Devina’s positive approach to streaming and content. 

Devina was a guest at our virtual girls club room, and our K-12 National Chess Championships in Memphis. 

Follow Devina at twitch.tv/simplydevina and https://twitter.com/SimplyDevina. She hosts her podcast, Honest Vibes Only with IM Keaton Kiewra and KD Learns Chess on YouTube, Spotify or wherever you enjoy podcasts. More on her bio and lessons at https://www.devinadev.com/.

This episode touches on anxiety and depression. Please text, call or chat 988 to reach the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline if you are experiencing depression. 

Ladies Knight features music by the artist Juga. Subscribe to us, review and share Ladies Knight on social media or with friends. Find out more about hostJennifer Shahade on her websiteand find her book at US Chess Sales.