American champion Patty Tucker joins us to talk about tradition versus innovation, the warmth of the bridge community, and JumpStart Bridge--her initiative to get bridge into schools. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Get involved with JumpStart Bridge at https://www.jumpstartbridge.org/ Learn more about Patty at www.bridgewithpatty.com SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out the...

Australian champion Ella Jacob (“the female Zia,” as hailed by Kate McCallum) joins us to talk about the perks of being aggressive at the table and the problems it creates for her opponents. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES. BE PART OF...

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Sorry, Partner has won a Women in Podcasting award in the “SPORTS” category.    Our mission is to make bridge fun and engaging for EVERYONE, and so we are delighted to have this opportunity to share our love of the game, the ultimate mind sport.   We would like to thank Jayde and Olivia, our production assistants, for all their hard work. And all of our fabulous guests and everyone who has gotten behind the show in countless ways. And thank you to...

Norwegian champion Nicolai Heiberg-Evenstad joins us to talk about how he got started playing bridge and what he loves about the game. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link...

American champion Kate McCallum joins us to talk about learning to focus and taking time to think. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional...

Sorry, Partner has been nominated in the 2024 Women in Podcasting Awards! This is a “peoples’ choice” award, so we are dropping into your feed today to ask you to please VOTE for us, if you haven't had a chance to do so already. Sorry, Partner is listed in the “SPORTS” category. The program with the most votes in each category will win. You can find the voting link HERE. Voting is free and is open until October 1. Your support is much appreciated! Thank you very much!! Get bonus content on...

American champion James Holzhauer joins us to talk about rubber bridge versus duplicate bridge, how children’s books are the ultimate knowledge hack, and his thoughts on tackling bridge’s PR problem. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Sorry, Partner has been nominated in the 2024 Women in Podcasting Awards! This is a “peoples’ choice” award, so please VOTE for us. Sorry, Partner is listed in the “SPORTS” category. Voting closes on October 1. Thank...

Danish champion Signe Buus Thomsen joins us to talk about creating strong memory connections, and why it’s important to find your own way of doing things at the table. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Sorry, Partner has been nominated in the 2024 Women in Podcasting Awards! This is a “peoples’ choice” award, so please VOTE for us. Sorry, Partner is listed in the “SPORTS” category. Thank you!! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and...

Canadian/American champion Gavin Wolpert joins us to talk about the pattern of family life when both mom and dad are bridge professionals, his thoughts on ways to encourage the next generation of players, and why being a good partner is the fastest route to better results. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Read Gavin's tribute to his mother, Hazel, and her influence on his game HERE. Find Gavin Wolpert and Rob Barrington on YouTube each week where they...

In this episode, the last of our 2024 mid-year replays, we revisit part two of our conversation with English champion Susanna Gross, who talks about the value of tenacity at the table and how years of playing rubber bridge honed her judgement. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. Please vote for us. We have been nominated for a Women in Podcasting award. This is a "people’s choice"...

In this episode we revisit part one of our conversation with English champion Susanna Gross. Susanna talks about "civilians" and "marrying out," her determination to keep fighting even when things aren't going her way at the table, and the importance of knowing when to go in for the kill. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. Please vote for us. We have been nominated for a Women in Podcasting award. This is a "people’s choice" style of...

In this episode we revisit our conversation with with American champion Brad Moss. Brad talks to us about growing up and the importance of respecting your partner. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. Please vote for us. We have been nominated for a Women in Podcasting award. This is a "people’s choice" style of award so please vote for us HERE. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry,...

We are thrilled to announce that Sorry, Partner has been nominated in the 2024 Women in Podcasting Awards! This is a “peoples’ choice” award, so we are dropping into your feed today to ask you to please VOTE for us. Sorry, Partner is listed in the “SPORTS” category. The program with the most votes in each category will win. You can find the voting link HERE and on our website at sorrypartner.com. Voting is free and is open until October 1. Your support is much appreciated! Thank you very...

In this episode we revisit our conversation with American champion and newly minted member of the ACBL Hall of Fame, Janice Seamon-Molson, about taming her terrible temper, making bridge-friends across the pond, and bringing back the men’s competition. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other...

In this episode we revisit part two of our conversation with English champion Sarah Bell. Sarah talks about realistic but positive pep talks, the debate over cards versus tablets, and her favorite bridge books. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH...

In this episode we revisit part two of our conversation with English champion Sarah Bell. Sarah talks about realistic but positive pep talks, the debate over cards versus tablets, and her favorite bridge books. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your...

In this episode we revisit our conversation with English champion Sarah Bell. Sarah has many fascinating things to say about her playing style and how her game really developed once she shifted from avoidance motivation to approach motivation. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES. BE PART OF...

Portuguese champion Antonio Palma joins us to talk about bridge and poker and controlling ones nerves. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and...

New Zealand/Canadian champion Pamela Nisbet joins us to talk about instinct and table feel, and what it’s like to play with and against some of your heroes. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST....

French champion Jerome Rombaut joins us to talk about what it’s like to have your son as your bridge partner and the benefits of working with performance coaches. Jerome is also the Creator and Manager of FunBridge and the Chief Bridge Officer at 52 Entertainment, the umbrella company of Bridge Base Online/BBO, so we also spend some time talking about online versus face-to-face bridge. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could...

American champion Jill Meyers joins us to talk about her lucky leprechaun, and understanding bridge as a text to be read. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new...

Bulgarian champion and IntoBridge co-founder Stefan Skorchev joins us to talk about why the social aspects of bridge are so important, and his thoughts about ensuring the future of the game. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Explore the IntoBridge platform HERE. Bridge lovers can read IntoBridge organic content HERE. Find IntoBridge daily bridge problems HERE. We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!!...

Singaporean champion Sock Ngin Tan joins us to talk about the “secret” to improving your game and the importance of being on the same page as your partner. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Sock Ngin's favorite convention is Last Train. Want to learn more? Check out Pete Hollands' video HERE. We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and...

Turkish champion Irem Ozbay joins us today for a lightning round of Sorry, Partner Speedball. Find all our recommended books HERE. We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -KVELL about your club...