Sorry, Partner

Bridge Blues: Stay or Go was written and performed by Nirup Malkani. You can find more of their songs on Spotify.LYRICS--Bridge Blues: Stay or GoI’m giving up bridge – tonight’s my last nightIt’s amen to Stayman, I give up the fight.The insults and muddles are giving me troubles.I can’t sleep at night for thinking of doubles.My cards are all rottenAnd I have forgottenWho has played what and what is trumpSitting for hours with a sore rumpSo it’s all over tonight – I’m off to the backwoodsI’m bidding goodbye to Gerber and Blackwoods.I can’t stand the hassle,I can’t stand the painI’m getting those bad cards again and again.Bridge makes me cheer, then tear out my hair,One moment I’m soaring, the next in despair.I swear I should quit — or give it one more go...Tell me, Bridge friends, should I stay or should I go?Another bad nightNothing’s gone right.My partner’s a dopeI’m losing all hope.When opponents say “double”I know we’re in trouble.My points are not high,and I’m wondering whyShe kept on bidding right up to the sky.We’re in seven spades,I doubt she makesWhen surprise, surprise,all tricks she takesThe defenders feel sickMy partner’s really slick.All of a sudden,gone is my sorrowAnd yes, I’ll play again tomorrow!Bridge makes me cheer, then tear out my hair,One moment I’m soaring, the next in despair.I swear I should quit — or give it one more go...Tell me, Bridge friends, should I stay or should I go?We are a listener-supported program. Please consider getting behind us with a Patreon pledge.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.-Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.-Or to @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.Find our recommended books HERE.-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE.These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com

In this episode, we revisit our conversation with Canadian champion Kismet Fung. Kismet discusses the joy of problem-solving, matters of playing style, and the importance of having fun. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!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.-Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.-Or to @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.Find our recommended books HERE.-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE.These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com

New Zealand champion Matt Brown joins us to talk about false carding, creating opportunities at the table, and getting to the level where you know what your partner is thinking. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks.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 bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comFind all our recommended books HERE.-Take a look at our INSTAGRAM posts.

In this episode we revisit our conversation with American champion Larry Cohen. Larry talks to us about the arc of his career, from being a youngster too small to hold all the cards, to international recognition as one of the most influential people in the game. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks.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 bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comFind all our recommended books HERE.

Australian champion Andy Hung joins us to talk about the pros and cons of having an excellent memory, giving loud versus murky signals, and making time to practice. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks.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 bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comFind all our recommended books HERE.-Take a look at our INSTAGRAM posts.

In this episode we revisit our conversation with Icelandic/American champion Hjordis "Disa" Eythorsdottir. Disa talks about her journey from store manager in Reykjavik to bridge champion and her passion for the constant challenges of the game. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks.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 bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comFind all our recommended books HERE.

English champion Harriet Cork joins us to talk about getting hooked on bridge in primary school, connecting with other junior players at bridge camp, and her bridge goals and ambitions. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks.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 bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comFind all our recommended books HERE.-Take a look at our INSTAGRAM posts.Check out Bridgin With Kai

In this episode we revisit our conversation with American champion Mel Colchamiro. Mel talks about taking time out from bridge to raise a family and the argument for consistency in your game. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks.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 bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comFind all our recommended books HERE.

American champion Joel Wooldridge joins us to talk about psychology and deception, and letting loose at foosball. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz!SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks.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 bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com.These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.comFind all our recommended books HERE.-Take a look at our INSTAGRAM posts.