Sorry, Partner

In Part 2 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!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.We like to ask our guests about their FAVORITE BRIDGE BOOKS. Get 20% off many of these wonderful titles at the Bridge Shop with coupon code: SP20.Have you taught or encouraged someone to play? Share the story with us and get two free ACBL games on SWAN Games. The VCC in Melbourne is coming up June 8-12. Details HERE.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!

English champion Sarah Bell joins us to talk about not making mistakes, the psychological aspects of managing herself, and trusting her gut. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!See Sarah's 7S hand on our socials.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.We like to ask our guests about their FAVORITE BRIDGE BOOKS. Get 20% off many of these wonderful titles at the Bridge Shop with coupon code: SP20.Have you taught someone to play? Share the story with us and get two free ACBL games on SWAN Games. The VCC in Melbourne is coming up June 8-12. Details HERE.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!

English champion Andrew Black talks about his passion for sports in general and for bridge and for horse-breeding in particular. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!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.We like to ask our guests about their FAVORITE BRIDGE BOOKS. Get 20% off many of these wonderful titles at the Bridge Shop with coupon code: SP20.Have you taught or encouraged someone to play? Share the story with us and get two free ACBL games on SWAN Games. 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!

New Zealand champion Pamela Livingston talks about finding your bridge passion and sharing that passion, why mentorship and access to resources are so important for the future of the game, and neurodiversity in bridge. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!Get AD-FREE episodes. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. NOTE: Patreon supporters enjoy BONUS AUDIO this week.FYI We like to ask our guests about their FAVORITE BRIDGE BOOKS. Get 20% off many of these wonderful titles at the Bridge Shop with coupon code: SP20.SUPPORT THE SHOW!!-Become part of the Sorry, Partner Posse at Patreon: SORRY, PARTNER/PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks like a monthly newsletter, stickers, mugs, tote bags, Insta shout-outs, and bonus audio from time to time. Not to mention our undying gratitude!!-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!

Danish champion Dennis Bilde talks about being bridge royalty and playing with Danish royalty, what it’s like to win after coming back from a 70 IMP deficit, and the value of sportsmanship. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!NOTE: Patreon supporters enjoy BONUS AUDIO this week.FYI We like to ask our guests about their FAVORITE BRIDGE BOOKS. Get 20% off many of these wonderful titles at the Bridge Shop with coupon code: SP20.SUPPORT THE SHOW!!-Become part of the Sorry, Partner Posse at Patreon: SORRY, PARTNER/PATREON. Benefits include a monthly newsletter, stickers, mugs, tote bags, Insta shout-outs, and bonus audio from time to time. Not to mention our undying gratitude!!-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!

Norwegian champion Sofie Sjodal talks about the pros and cons of playing with her family, her thoughts about the “girls’” competition and why it should be fostered, and the perks of partnerships. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!FYI We like to ask our guests about their favorite bridge books. Get 20% off many of these wonderful titles at the Bridge Shop with coupon code: SP20.SUPPORT THE SHOW!!-Become part of the Sorry, Partner Posse at Patreon: SORRY, PARTNER/PATREON. Benefits include a monthly newsletter, stickers, mugs, tote bags, Insta shout-outs, and bonus audio from time to time. Not to mention our undying gratitude!!-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!

Welsh champion Richard Plackett talks about returning to the game after a successful career as a hedge fund manager, the pleasure and challenge of difficult hands, and the importance of killing off your emotions. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!Read more about "kibitz" at vocabulary.com You can find the link to Ben's Spectacular Vernacular podcast episode about "kibitz" here. And learn more about Ben Zimmer here.SUPPORT THE SHOW!!-Become part of the Sorry, Partner Posse at Patreon: SORRY, PARTNER/PATREON. Benefits include a monthly newsletter, stickers, mugs, tote bags, Insta shout-outs, and bonus audio from time to time. Not to mention our undying gratitude!!-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!

Bulgarian/English champion Nevena Senior talks about the experience of learning to play behind the Iron Curtain, the problem with taking the middle ground, and her competitive spirit. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!NOTE: Patreon supporters enjoy BONUS AUDIO this week.SUPPORT THE SHOW!!-Become part of the Sorry, Partner Posse at Patreon: SORRY, PARTNER/PATREON. Benefits include a monthly newsletter, stickers, mugs, tote bags, Insta shout-outs, and bonus audio from time to time. Not to mention our undying gratitude!!-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!

English champion David Gold talks about the pressures of playing at home, unwinding with a little reality TV (hello Love Island), and the all-ages inclusivity of bridge. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!NOTE: Patreon supporters enjoy BONUS AUDIO this week.SUPPORT THE SHOW!!-Become part of the Sorry, Partner Posse at Patreon: SORRY, PARTNER/PATREON. Benefits include a monthly newsletter, stickers, mugs, tote bags, Insta shout-outs, and bonus audio from time to time. Not to mention our undying gratitude!!-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.comSHARE 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 -- and start with SORRY, PARTNER on Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen!