Sorry, Partner

Norwegian/Swedish champion Kathrine Bertheau joins us to talk about playing bridge across cultures, adapting to new partnerships, and why the game is endlessly interesting. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!Kathrine's favorite gadget is splinter bids. Want to learn more? Take a look at Peter Hollands' video about "splinter bids" HERE.Get 15% off site wide at the BRIDGE SHOP with coupon code SP15.SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES.GET IN TOUCH ...-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.-Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comPLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you like to listen!

Australian champion Justin Mill joins us to talk about why he only plays bridge with people he’s happy to have to his house for dinner, how having fun is the key to improving your game, and why you should never play a convention unless you know what you are giving up as well as what you are gaining to play it. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!See Justin's entry-switching squeeze hand HERE. And his recipes HERECurious about Gazilli? Take a look at Peter Hollands' Gazilli video HERE.Get 15% off site wide at the BRIDGE SHOP with coupon code SP15.SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES.GET IN TOUCH ...-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.-Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comPLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you like to listen!

English champion Helen Erichsen joins us to talk about the essential questions to ask a new partner, the ways in which bridge is good for the soul, and how bridge plays a starring role in her latest whodunnit, Murder By Natural Causes. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!Helen's favorite convention is Jacoby 2NT. Curious to try it? Watch Peter Hollands' introduction to Jacoby 2NT at BridgeWithPete.Helen recommends Card Play Technique. Get 20% off at the BRIDGE SHOP with coupon code SP20.SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Be in the running for supporter giveaways, like a free copy of Helen's book, Murder by Natural Causes.-Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES.GET IN TOUCH ...-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.-Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comPLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you like to listen!

Australian champion Peter Hollands joins us to talk about what it’s like to be the world’s most popular bridge streamer, and how being able to stand in another person’s shoes makes him a better player and a better teacher. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!Here is a link to Pete's YouTube channel.Get 15% off site wide at the BRIDGE SHOP with coupon code SP15.SUPPORT THE SHOW!!-Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES.GET IN TOUCH ...-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.-Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comPLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you like to listen!

American champion Bronia Jenkins joins us to talk about her love of games, and how that led to her new role as the Executive Director of the American Contract Bridge League. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! **Note** this episode includes bonus audio for our Patreon supporters.BAMSA has a new four-year project on bridge, youth and mindsport education, focusing on ways to tackle the declining numbers of bridge players by bringing in more younger players and getting bridge into schools in the U.S. and Europe. Donate here (with matching funding through the Levine Foundation). Tax-efficient giving for US donors also available.SUPPORT THE SHOW!!-Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES.GET IN TOUCH ...-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.-Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comPLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen!

We report on the MCC Bridge "Ashes," a friendly bridge match that coincides with the famous "Ashes" cricket series between Australia and England.Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. And please consider becoming a supporter of the show. These links and links to our Instagram and Twitter channels are available on our website at sorrypartner.com.

South African champion Alon Apteker joins us to talk about his laser-like focus and what it takes to become a champion-level player. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! **Note** this episode includes bonus audio for our Patreon supporters.BAMSA has a new four-year project on bridge, youth and mindsport education, focusing on ways to tackle the declining numbers of bridge players by bringing in more younger players and getting bridge into schools in the U.S. and Europe. Donate here (with matching funding through the Levine Foundation). Tax-efficient giving for US donors also available.SUPPORT THE SHOW!!-Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES.GET IN TOUCH ...-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.-Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comPLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen!

American champion Janice Seamon-Molson joins us to talk 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!Janice Seamon-Molson recommends Eddie Kantar's books. Get 20% off any Kantar title from the BRIDGE SHOP with coupon code SP20 (valid from June 22-July 7, 2023).Have you taught someone to play? Share the story with us and get two free ACBL games on SWAN Games. SUPPORT THE SHOW!!-Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORE.-Take a gander at our SPONSOR OFFERS & DISCOUNTS.GET IN TOUCH ...-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.-Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comPLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen!

Canadian champion Eric Kokish joins us to talk about life as a world-class bridge coach and what it’s like to sit across from people playing “Kokish” when you are the Kokish who created the convention. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!Examples of Eric's coaching docs.Eric's family has set up a memorial site where people who knew him can share stories and memories about his life. You can visit the memorial site here: www.erickokishmemorial.ca Have you taught someone to play? Share the story with us and get two free ACBL games on SWAN Games. SUPPORT THE SHOW!!-Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORE.-Take a gander at our SPONSOR OFFERS & DISCOUNTS.GET IN TOUCH ...-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.-Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.-Or @sorry_partner on TWITTER.-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comPLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen!