Mah Jongg Mondays podcast

In todays episode Sara Linden joins me to discuss her love for playing, teaching and sharing her love of mah jongg. November is a month that focuses on gratitude and both Sara and I share how we are grateful for having mah jongg in our lives. Listen in and let's all get our mahj—on!   Sara can be contacted at Sara@mahjclub.com   Check out The Mahj club at their website: www.mahjclub.com   Learn mo...

In today's episode  Fern  takes us on her mahj adventure to Boca Raton, Florida where she attended MahjCon. It's a fun-filled episode choc full of interesting interviews with both old friends and new. Hear about the fun, friendship, learning and games we all enjoyed and a sensational set by Crisloid some of us were lucky enough to play with. Listen in and let's get our mahj—on!   Here are the rele...

In today's episode I welcome Stacy Budkofsky to the podcast. Stacy who teaches mah jongg both in person and on line will share strategies and tips as well as her love for the game of mah jongg with us. We'll be meeting up at MahjCon in October and hope you will join us there!   Stacy's websites can be found at stacymahjongg.com and www.healthcompassllc.com   More information on Mahjcon can be foun...

Fern welcomes Lynn Kaplan to the podcast. Lynn teaches mah jongg and created a YouTube channel where she reviews the NMJL card when it first comes out in April. Today Lynn shares her love of the game with us as well as tips and strategies and a fun mahj-themed musical playlist. Listen in and let's get our mahj—on!    You can contact Lynn at Lynnkaplan38@gmail.com   You can watch Lynn's review of t...

In today's episode I interview NYU student Joy Wu, who chose the theme of mah jongg for a class documentary project. She filmed Linda Feinstein, mah jongg teacher and founder of Mah Jongg Mondays in New York City. Linda joins me back at the podcast to share her experience being the central character in the documentary. As Linda recently decided to close the weekly games at Sarabeth's after eightee...

In today's episode Fern welcomes two guests to the podcast. The first is Debbie Barnett, co-founder of MahjCon along with her partner Michele Frizzelle. We'll discuss details about the upcoming event happening in October in Boca Raton, Fl.  Fern's second guest is Theresa Bounassi who attended MahjCon last year. Theresa also shares her love of teaching and playing mahj and she shares how she recent...

Let's celebrate! Liam and I are excited to have reached the 100th episode of the podcast. I have some very special people joining me on the podcast today to help me celebrate this milestone episode. My guest today is Karen Gooen who will be talking with me about back up hands and the positive effects that technology and social media had during the trying time we all encountered during covid. MJTI!...

In today's episode Fern welcomes Jenelle Schatz to the podcast. They will discuss Mah Jongg For Memories, an organization Jenelle started after losing her husband to Alzeheimer's in 2012. Jenelle found support, friendship and fun through learning mah jongg and joining in weekly games after her husband passed away. She now teaches mahj, loves tournaments and combining her love of the game with help...

In today's fun-filled episode join guests Jan Zegel, Mary Lechman and mah jongg's funny lady Lorraine Urist, as they share their experience of being on the national tv game show: The Chain Reaction. Then get ready for some podcast game show fun as Fern tests their mahj knowledge. Liam joins in the game show fun too! Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found  on Amazon.com  or at your local book...

Join Fern and two guests in this information packed episode. Fern's first guest is Sally Hall, a mahj player whose analytical mind promts her to take a deeper dive into the card. Fern's second guest is mahj teacher and enthusiast Daron Barness. Daron helps us identify patterns and rhythms and she highlights some card insights for us all. So grab your card, a pencil and paper and lets get our mahj—...

Join Fern and returning guest Karen Gooen, aka Bubbe Fischer. Karen is a mah jongg teacher, strategist and analyst extraordinaire. Karen also has written three books with the theme of mah jongg and has spoken all around the country about her books and mah jongg wisdom. Go grab your new card, a pen and paper and lets dive into the new card with Karen.    You can visit Karen's blog at bubbemj.blogsp...

It's that incredibly special mah jongg time of the year! Our 2022 cards are arriving and the excitement is felt nation-wide! In today's episode Lorraine Urist will give us some card highlights and insights. Let's get our mahj-on!!   www.mahshelpinghand.com   www.ilovemahj.com   Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found  on Amazon.com  or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Ple...

We're just two weeks away from receiving our new 2022 mah jongg cards! How do you review and learn the new card? In this weeks episode Fern welcomes Lorraine Urist back to talk about tips and strategies to use when your card arrives.   Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found  on Amazon.com  or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at  patreon....

In todays episode Fern welcomes Lynda Schulman to the podcast to discuss her love of playing and teaching mah jongg. They will discuss the upcoming 2022 card and go over tips and strategies to help learn the card. Lynda runs In Tempo mah jongg tournaments in Scottsdale, Arizona and hopes to meet you the next time you are in town. https://intempobridge.com/ mah-jongg-in-tempo/ Fern's book, Mah Jonn...

In today's episode Fern talks with tournament aficionado John Charles. John attends sixty tournaments a year and has gained insight and experience, some which he will share with us in today's episode. Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found  on Amazon.com  or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at  patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

Join Fern and her guest Sue Glass as they discuss Sue's attendance at the NMJL's annual meeting and hear what she learned. Fern and Sue also talk about the history and the formation of the league and the philanthropic role the league adheres to eighty-five years after its inception. Dr. Heinz's website can be found at www.amheinz.org Mah Jongg: The Musical's GoFundMe can be found here . https:// h...

In this weeks episode Fern welcomes fellow author and mahj enthusiast Barbara Barrett. Barbara writes mah jongg mysteries as well as non mahj themed stories in the romance genre.   Barbara's website can be found at www.barbarabarrettbooks.com and you can sign up for her newsletter at www.subscribepage.com/BBCozies   Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookse...

Fern welcomes Terry Cole, mah jongg enthusiast and recent Jeopardy! contestant to the podcast. Listen in to hear how Terry, a third generation player gets her mahj—on, recently faced the reigning champ on Jeopardy! and teaches people like you and me how to tell stories that wow listeners.    https://www. tellmeanotherstories.com/ workshops   If you'd like to order a signed copy of Fern's book, you...

Happy New Year! This is the first episode of 2022! Today's guest Karen Bloom, a third generation player shares her love and enthusiasm for mah jongg. It was b'shert (meant to be) she was reconnected to the game. The organization Hadassah brough the click-clack sound of the tiles back into Karen's life and we will hear about the organization and how it helps people. Fern also talks about her very s...

It's the last episode of 2022! Join Fern and guest Kathy Jones as they discuss the details of some creative and fun twists in house rules to shake up your holiday games. Pass your rack to the right?!? Everyone pick a tile from the wall and discard one back in?!? Crazy house rules can cause crazy fun gaming excitement. We'll get to hear from Liam too, as he joins Fern in the  latter part of the epi...

Join Fern and returning guest mah jongg teacher Lorraine Urist as they talk about the Charleston. Lorraine highlights some tips and pointers for beginner to advanced players. There's always laughter when Lorraine stops by and today's episode is no different! Listen in as we talk, learn and laugh. If you would like to order a signed copy of Fern's memoir, you can place an order through Burton's Boo...

Join Fern and guests John Davis and Paolo Tatafiore, the creative team behind Mah Jongg the Musical. We'll hear about this work in progress and behind the scenes details. Mah jongg on stage…doesn't that sound amazing!!! Want to support the show? Head on over to patreon.com/mahjonggmondays and become a patron! If you would like to help contribute to Mah Jongg the Musical, their GoFundMe page can be...

Join Fern and her guests Joanne Harris and Patti Fell as these two mavens of mah jongg share the shenanigans they got into through their mah jongg friendship. Joanne's love for the game inspired her to open an Etsy shop called Mah Jongg Ladies. Check out her shop for fun mahj inspired gifts. Both ladies can attest to the special bonds of friendship that form around a mah jongg table. Listen in and...

Join Fern and guest Ron Tyson as they talk about how this man of mahj found his way to the game and has made special bonds of friendship through mah jongg. Ron also shares how he started the non-profit  Bringing   Smiles   to   Seniors  organization and helps seniors across the country feel connection and love. Ron also shares some recent accolades while being recognized for his hard work and devo...

Join Fern and this weeks guest Bonnie Wise as they talk all about mahj. Learn how this busy Florida County Administrator was lured to the tiles and pushed her gaming skills to achieve world championship status. Not only does Bonnie play both socially and competitively, she also takes time out of her busy schedule and together with fellow mahj player and friend Judy Serrapica, created Dragons on th...