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American/Polish champion Cathy Baldysz joins us to discuss the Polish bridge community, her thoughts on playing with the Objectivity Team, and her enjoyment of Polish bridge lingo. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Cathy mentions this book by Danny Roth: Don't Be Fooled! Countering Deception at Bridge How to play ‘Carrot in the Box’ Wingspan board game Some...

American champion Bob Hamman joins us to talk about pacing yourself, drawing inferences, and the desire to compete. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Bob Hamman's profile at Bridge Winners: https://bridgewinners.com/profile/bob-hamman/ Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON . Get AD-FREE episodes and ot...

Swedish champion Ida Gronkvist joins us to discuss equal playing fields, transfer bids, and the pleasure of fulfilling your potential. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Ida Gronkvist's profile at Bridge Winners: https://bridgewinners.com/profile/ida-gronkvist/ Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON . G...

American champion David Berkowitz joins us to discuss the evolution of his partnership skills and cleaving to what you know. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! David Berkowitz's profile at Bridge Winners: https://bridgewinners.com/profile/david-berkowitz/ Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON . Get AD-F...

Swedish/American champion Sandra Rimstedt joins us to discuss holding your own at the table and learning from your mistakes. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Sandra Rimstedt's profile at Bridge Winners: https://bridgewinners.com/profile/sandra-rimstedt/ Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON . Get AD-...

Pakistani/American champion Zia Mahmood joins us for a discussion about table-feel, family life, and bucking expectations. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Zia Mahmood's profile at Bridge Winners: https://bridgewinners.com/profile/zia-mahmood-2-k3igg0m0g0/ For when dining with the Shah of Iran's sister--a recipe for Ghormeh Sabzi . Find our recomm...

American champion Kerri Sanborn talks with us about graduating from Hearts and Pinochle to Bridge, and her experience at the very top of the game. Plus, we hear her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Kerri Sanborn's profile at Bridge Winners: https://bridgewinners.com/profile/kerri-sanborn/ Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PA...

American champion Brad Moss talks with us about growing up and the importance of respecting your partner, and shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Brad's profile at Bridge Winners: https://bridgewinners.com/profile/brad-moss/ Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON . Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out...

Danish champion Christina Lund Madsen joins us to discuss passion and patience, and shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Discover more about Christina on her website: https://www.christina-bridge.com/ Or read about her at Bridge Winners: https://bridgewinners.com/profile/christina-lund-madsen/ Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner...

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New Zealand champion Ashley Bach joins us to discuss the endless variety and beauty of bridge, and shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Before he was a bridge champion, Ash played two-handed bridge with his family. See some versions of the game here: https://improvebridge.com/honeymoon-bridge-and-other-two-player-bridge-variants/ Ash's profile at the World Bridge Federa...

Croatian champion Tihana Brkljacic discusses relaxation, defense mechanisms, and the elegance of simplicity, as well as shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Tihana got married during a bridge tournament (20 years ago). Here is a link to the New York Times article about the happy day: www.nytimes.com/2003/02/15/arts/bridge-never-mind-the-contract-the-real-game-is-2-heart...

Chinese champion Yinghao "Dunga" Liu talks about keeping his promises and the fundamental importance of good communication, and shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Read more about Dunga on Bridge Winners: http://bridgewinners.com/profile/dunga-liu/ You can see a picture of Dunga's first bridge book on Instagram @sorrypartnerpodcast Find our recommended books HERE...

South African champion Nicola Bateman joins us to chat about stamina and the value of civility, as well as share her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Nicola's favourite bridge book for advanced to expert players is The Rodwell Files by maestro Eric Rodwell. "This book explains his innovative ideas and strategies for card play, and especially the mental areas of the game which...

Irish champion Ciaran Coyne talks about the role of serendipity in his bridge journey and the importance of trusting your own judgment, as well as shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Ciaran chose this book as a prize when he won his first bridge tournament, back in the days when he still ranked as an intermediate player (this was in addition to the...

New Zealand/Australian champion Susan Humphries talks about the importance of mentors in her development as a player, the pleasure of being part of the worldwide bridge community and her addiction to the game, as well as shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! How to play Strip Jack Naked/Beggar My Neighbour How to play Up & Down the River Find our recom...

Norwegian champion Boye Brogeland reveals his strategy for getting in the mood (for bridge), talks about the imperative to do what's right, and shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Boye's BridgeWinners profile: https://bridgewinners.com/profile/boye-brogeland Boye is the Editor of Bridge in Norway Watch this doco about Boye ... https://vimeo.com/ondemand/thesheriffofbri...

Canadian champion Kismet Fung discusses the joy of problem-solving, matters of playing style and the importance of having fun, as well as 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. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES . BE PART OF THE FU...

American champion Larry Cohen surveys 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, and shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! [KIBITZ UPDATE: heart attack patient recovered, 6NT made!] Click here for Larry's website . Find our recommended books HERE . SUPPORT...

Israeli champion Adi Asulin joins us to talk about how she focuses her energy, the importance of encouraging your partner, and 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. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES . BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MA...

Icelandic/American champion Hjordis "Disa" Eythorsdottir talks about her journey from store manager in Reykjavik to bridge champion, her passion for the constant challenges of the game, and 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. -Check out...

American champion Mel Colchamiro discusses taking time out from bridge to raise a family, the argument for consistency, and his top tips for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Read more about Mel Colchamiro at Bridgewinners.com 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...

Indian champion Kiran Nadar is a multitasker of the first order. She joins us to discuss representing India at bridge tournaments around the world, and the interplay between that and her roles as a philanthropist and museum founder, as well as shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! The HCL International Bridge Championship is held every year in New Delhi, India. Learn mor...

Australian champion Andrew Mill drops in to talk about context, the importance of practicing what we're not good at, and smoking bans. As well as shares his 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. Find our recommended books...

English champion Heather Dhondy talks with us about her meteoric rise from kitchen bridge player to world champion, and her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Here's a link to Heather's English Bridge Union biography . And Facebook . 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...