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Sorry, Partner
An award winning podcast about bridge (the card game) and all things interesting to bridge players, presented by bridge partners and besties, Catherine Harris and Jocelyn Startz. Each episode we interview expert players from around the globe, discussing anything and everything from top tips to the funniest thing that’s ever happened at a game. If you’re looking to take your bridge obsession to new heights (or lows), then welcome to the table.
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Episodes
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Kate McCallum: Turtles All the Way Up
American champion Kate McCallum joins us to talk about learning to focus and taking time to think. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But…
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Voting closes soon for the 2024 Women in Podcasting awards
Sorry, Partner has been nominated in the 2024 Women in Podcasting Awards! This is a “peoples’ choice” award, so we are dropping into your feed today to ask you…
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Who Is James Holzhauer?
American champion James Holzhauer joins us to talk about rubber bridge versus duplicate bridge, how children’s books are the ultimate knowledge hack, and his…
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Signe Buus Thomsen: Love at First Stayman
Danish champion Signe Buus Thomsen joins us to talk about creating strong memory connections, and why it’s important to find your own way of doing things at…
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Gavin Wolpert Is a Bridge Winner
Canadian/American champion Gavin Wolpert joins us to talk about the pattern of family life when both mom and dad are bridge professionals, his thoughts on ways…
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Susanna Gross Finds Bridge Utterly Engrossing, Part 2 (Redux)
In this episode, the last of our 2024 mid-year replays, we revisit part two of our conversation with English champion Susanna Gross, who talks about the value…
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Susanna Gross Finds Bridge Utterly Engrossing, Part 1 (Redux)
In this episode we revisit part one of our conversation with English champion Susanna Gross. Susanna talks about "civilians" and "marrying out," her…
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Brad Moss, Bridge Mensch (Redux)
In this episode we revisit our conversation with with American champion Brad Moss. Brad talks to us about growing up and the importance of respecting your…
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We have been nominated in the 2024 Women in Podcasting awards
We are thrilled to announce that Sorry, Partner has been nominated in the 2024 Women in Podcasting Awards! This is a “peoples’ choice” award, so we are…
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Janice Seamon-Molson Calls It - and Sings It - As She Sees It (Redux)
In this episode we revisit our conversation with American champion and newly minted member of the ACBL Hall of Fame, Janice Seamon-Molson, about taming her…
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Sarah Bell Sets the Curve, Part 2 (Redux)
In this episode we revisit part two of our conversation with English champion Sarah Bell. Sarah talks about realistic but positive pep talks, the debate over…
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In this episode we revisit part two of our conversation with English champion Sarah Bell. Sarah talks about realistic but positive pep talks, the debate over…
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Sarah Bell Sets the Curve, Part 1 (Redux)
In this episode we revisit our conversation with English champion Sarah Bell. Sarah has many fascinating things to say about her playing style and how her game…
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Antonio Palma Knows Bridge Like the Back of His Hand
Portuguese champion Antonio Palma joins us to talk about bridge and poker and controlling ones nerves. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But…
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Pamela Nisbet Shares Some Choice Bridge Tidbits
New Zealand/Canadian champion Pamela Nisbet joins us to talk about instinct and table feel, and what it’s like to play with and against some of your heroes…
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Jerome Rombaut Roams the Worlds of Bridge
French champion Jerome Rombaut joins us to talk about what it’s like to have your son as your bridge partner and the benefits of working with performance…
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Jill Meyers Juggles Jingles, Tinseltown and Bridge
American champion Jill Meyers joins us to talk about her lucky leprechaun, and understanding bridge as a text to be read. Plus, she shares her top tip for…
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Stefan Skorchev Scores Big at the Table
Bulgarian champion and IntoBridge co-founder Stefan Skorchev joins us to talk about why the social aspects of bridge are so important, and his thoughts about…
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Sock Ngin Tan Knocks the Socks off the Opps
Singaporean champion Sock Ngin Tan joins us to talk about the “secret” to improving your game and the importance of being on the same page as your partner…
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Sorry, Partner Speedball: Irem Ozbay
Turkish champion Irem Ozbay joins us today for a lightning round of Sorry, Partner Speedball. Find all our recommended books HERE. We'd be so grateful if you…
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Luc Tijssen Tightens the Screws on the Competition
Dutch champion Luc Tijssen joins us to talk about the journey from junior competition to playing in the open field, and how his game has changed over time…
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Sorry, Partner Speedball: Michael Gromoeller
German champion Michael Gromoeller has fostered generations of juniors at his bridge retreats at Castle Rieneck. Michael joins us today for a lightning round…
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Katarzyna Dufrat Catapults Her Game to the Top
Polish champion Katarzyna Dufrat joins us to talk about maintaining bridge/life balance, staying in the moment at the table, and the analog pleasure of playing…
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Jaggy Shivdasani Shreds the Competition
Indian champion Jaggy Shivdasani joins us to talk about lunch breaks and ferry schedules, and learning to appreciate your partner. Plus, he shares his top tip…
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James Coutts Suits Bridge Absolutely
New Zealand/Australian champion James Coutts joins us to talk about maintaining focus, ways of visualising the cards or not visualising them, and why sometimes…
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Mihaela Balint Goes the Extra Mile for Bridge
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…
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Agustin Madala, the Bridge Magician
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…
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Nikica Sver Checks All The Boxes
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…
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Simon de Wijs Has a Vice-Like Grip on the Game
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…
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Patricia Herrera, The Trick Stealer
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…
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Anam Tebha Would Play Bridge 4Eva
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…
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Sorry, Partner Speedball: Michal Klukowski
Polish/Swiss champion Michal Klukowski regularly partners with Sorry, Partner alum Jacek Kalita. Michael joins us today for a lightning round of Sorry, Partner…
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Jacek Kalita Leads from Strength
Polish/Swiss champion Jacek Kalita joins us to talk about partnership compatibility, keeping his concentration, and staying match fit. Plus, he shares his top…
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Audrey Grant Betters Bridge
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…
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Adam Grossack Racks Up Wins At Bridge
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…
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Adi Asulin Redux
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…
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Kathrine Bertheau Bestows Her Bridge Wisdom
Norwegian/Swedish champion Kathrine Bertheau joins us to talk about playing bridge across cultures, adapting to new partnerships, and why the game is endlessly…
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Justin Mill "Juzz" Loves Bridge
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…
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Helen Erichsen Kills at the Bridge Table
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…
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Peter Hollands Rocks Up for Bridge
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…
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Bronia Jenkins Is in a League of Her Own
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…
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The MCC Bridge "Ashes"
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…
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Alon Apteker Gets in the Zone
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…
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Janice Seamon-Molson Calls It -- and Sings It -- as She Sees It
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…
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Eric Kokish, Kickass Koach
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…
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Sarah Bell Sets the Curve (Part 2)
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…
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Sarah Bell Sets the Curve (Part 1)
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…
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Andrew Black on the Sport of Kings and Other Honors
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…
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Pamela Livingston Lives and Breathes Bridge
New Zealand champion Pamela Livingston talks about finding your bridge passion and sharing that passion, why mentorship and access to resources are so…
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Dennis Bilde, Bridge Bridge-Builder
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…
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Sofie Sjodal Shines at the Bridge Table
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…
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Richard Plackett Plays Every Card as it Comes
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…
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Nevena Senior Never Misses a Trick
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…
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David Gold Shares His Nuggets of Bridge Wisdom
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…
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Dessy Malakova is Really Into Bridge, Bridge, Bridge
Bulgarian champion Dessy Malakova talks about her journey to becoming a bridge professional--her grandmother thought she had joined a sect--and the new bridge…
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A short message from Catherine and Jocelyn.
We are on break this week, but wanted to share a quick note with listeners. Find our recommended books HERE. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse…
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Andrew Robson Walks the Walk
English champion Andrew Robson talks about the pleasures of teaching, thoughts on giving back to the game, and his latest venture--daily BridgeCast videos…
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Zach Grossack Redux
American champion Zach Grossack has just been awarded Player of the Year by the ACBL. In honor of this achievement, we bid farewell to 2022 by revisiting our…
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Emma Kolesnik Lights the Way
American champion Emma Kolesnik talks about her love of card games, what it means to work on a partnership, and her competitive spirit. Plus, she shares her…