In this episode of The Middle Game, hosts Lula and Emmy delve into the contentious topic of cheating in chess. They discuss the results of a poll revealing that 20% of respondents admitted to cheating, explore the motivations behind cheating, and compare the differences between online and over-the-board cheating. The conversation also covers methods of cheating in tournaments, the emotional impact of cheating accusations, and the future of anti-cheating regulations in chess.