Sorry, Partner

Romanian champion Mihaela Balint joins us to talk about what drew her to bridge, why she became an international tournament director, and what keeps her fascinated by the game. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Mihaela's favorite convention is Non Serious No Trump. Want to learn more? Watch Peter Hollands' video HERE . We'd be so grateful if you could "foll...

Argentinian champion Agustin Madala joins us to talk about playing on auto-pilot, the addictive nature of the game, and the way his partner’s upbeat temperament keeps him cool under pressure. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Agustin's favorite convention is Gazilli. Want to learn more? Watch Peter Hollands' video HERE . We'd be so grateful if you could "fol...

Croatian champion Nikica Sver joins us to talk about winning and losing and learning to do both graciously, as well as techniques for keeping her cool. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Nikica's favorite convention is Non Serious No Trump. Want to learn more? Watch Peter Hollands' video HERE . We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" t...

Dutch champion Simon de Wijs joins us to talk about the fine art of saying and not saying what’s on your mind, the tortoise/hare partnership dynamic, and the smother play that got away. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Simon's a fan of Adventures in Card Play and Bridge in the Menagerie . Find all our recommended books HERE . We'd be so grateful if you coul...

Mexican champion Patricia Herrera joins us to talk about structure, problem solving, cultural resilience, and how when she plays bridge with her father, he is her bridge partner first, and dad second. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Patricia's favorite gadget is any kind of splinter bid. Want to learn more? Watch Peter Hollands' video HERE . Federacion M...

Pakistani/American champion Anam Tebha joins us to talk about family dynamics, the worldwide bridge community, and playing up. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Anam's favorite gadget is any kind of transfer. Want to learn more? Watch Peter Hollands' video HERE . Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON...

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Polish/Swiss champion Michal Klukowski regularly partners with Sorry, Partner alum Jacek Kalita . Michael 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 S...

Polish/Swiss champion Jacek Kalita joins us to talk about partnership compatibility, keeping his concentration, and staying match fit. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Jacek's favorite gadget is Blackwood. Want to learn more? Watch Peter Hollands' video HERE . Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON ....

Canadian champion Audrey Grant joins us to talk about taking bridge on the road in her Winnebago, some luminaries she’s met along the way, and the joy she gets from teaching. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Audrey's favorite gadget is Michaels Cue Bid. Want to learn more? Watch Peter Hollands' video HERE . Audrey’s books are available at Baron Barclay ....

American champion Adam Grossack joins us to talk about being a teacher, mentor, and all-round advocate for bridge, and why he’d make an excellent fire marshal. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Adam's favorite gadget is Roman Key Card Blackwood. Want to learn more? Take a look at Peter Hollands' video about RKCB HERE . Find all our recommended books HERE ....

On today's program we revisit our interview with Israeli champion Adi Asulin . Adi recently won the Venice Cup, with her teammates Hila Levy and Dana and Noga Tal, so what better time to press rewind and hear from her again. We hope you enjoy this special Sorry, Partner replay with our first season alum and 2023 Venice Cup winner, Adi Asulin. Find all our recommended books HERE . We'd be so gratef...

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 . Find all our recomme...

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 e...

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' intr...

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 . Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join t...

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, foc...

We report on the MCC Bridge "Ashes," a friendly bridge match that coincides with the famous "Ashes" cricket series between Australia and England. Find our recommended books HERE . 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...

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 numbe...

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. Find all of our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON...

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! E xamples of Eric's coaching docs. Eric's family has set up a memorial site where people who knew him can share stories and...

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! Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON . Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Che...

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 . Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON . Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out t...

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! Find our recommended books HERE . 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 FU...

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! NOTE: Patreon supporters enjoy BONUS AUDIO this week. Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!!...