In this episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" we return to the "From The Coach's Bench" series, this time with Dr. Glenn Paulley. This series of episodes provides coaches with long and very successful careers  an opportunity to share what they have learned along the way.  If you seem to feel that you are familiar with the name Glenn Paulley in connection with another aspect of curling, notably "brushing", you would be correct. But, for the next 40 minutes, you're going to hear from "Coach Paulley" and might I suggest that you have a writing instrument and paper ready to jot down the pearls of coaching wisdom you will hear from Glenn and not want to forget!

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My guest in this episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" is Danielle Inglis, Curling Canada's Co-ordinator of Social Media and Web Content. But, Danielle also talks about her first time experience in "The Scotties Tournament of Hearts" as the skip of Team Ontario. 
Also in this episode, I read an email sent to me about the curling stones and the ice upon which those stones are delivered. I felt the concerns expressed had a universal tone which made the message qualify for the podcast.
Lastly, we get a visit from "The Restless Ranter" and his view on how social media in the wrong hands, can have  a serious dark side! Buckle your chin straps for his segment!
You can use chapter markers for this episode to go back to one of the segments of the episode that particularly  interested you. See those chapter markers at the top of the show notes!

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In today's episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" we hear from Hans Frauenlob, of World Curling's "Rule & Competitions Committee". For the past few weeks many of you have sent to me questions and comments about the rules of curling. Now you get to hear Hans' very thoughtful response to them. 

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In this episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" I talk about an activity that every team should do as the current curling season fades into the sunset. It's great to think about all those summer activities available now that the snow has abated but the time between the last rock delivered in one season and the first to be sent down the ice in the next can be very valuable to your team's on going quest for improved performance and it doesn't matter the the level of skill and experience. You enjoy the game more when you play better. There are many ways to accomplish this. The one I'm suggesting is simple but impactful. 
I conclude this episode with two reflections by elite athletes. The first is Max Homa, professional golfer. The second is a retiring elite curler, Glenn Howard. 

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This episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" goes out to all those who work with young curlers, just starting out with curling. My guest is Al Kersey who has devoted his entire coaching/instructing career to  developing  and delivering impactful programmes for U15's, not an easy task as those of you who have weighed in with these rambunctious and enthusiastic young curlers. Tickle Trunk is not only his cache of inventive learn-to-curl gizmos but his resource for the aforementioned well-thought out programmes necessary to ensure that the time with those youngsters plants the seeds for a life time of enjoyment with curling. 
This is another of those episodes I hope you will forward to anyone, like Al, who enjoys both the challenges and rewards of being at the starting blocks with the future of our sport.

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In this episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" I roll up my sleeves to deal with a few topics. First up, words, and their relevance to curling. Based upon a Facebook back-and-forth about measuring rocks, I weigh in on that topic with my two cents worth. Then I share a sound bite featuring Hall of Fame basketball player, Bill Walton. It's short but impactful in my view. I conclude the episode with a look to an upcoming episode whereby your questions & comments regarding rules will be aired. Enjoy Pebble Water 9.0!

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In this episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast", one of the podcast's roving reporters (Gery Hermans) interviews Marie Kaldvee & Harry Lill from Estonia. This mixed doubles team is extremely highly ranked by World Curling. Gery, through his questions, will take you on a journey to learn everything about competing in this newest of Olympic curling disciplines.  This episode has chapters with time stamps so you can return to the episodes to hear what Marie & Harry say on specific topics that interest you.  As you'll hear me say in the sign off portion of the episode, please forward this episode to anyone who you feel might benefit from the answers to this elite mixed doubles team's answers!

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In this episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" we deal with a topic that gets very little attention, but as you'll hear from Dr. Helen Williams, Phil Daniel & Kim Tuck, it's a very important position on the team, one that makes a difference. What is it that doesn't get much attention? It's the fifth player!

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This episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" is the second in the "From The Coach's Bench" series. My guest is Merv Fonger of Moose Jaw, SK. His mark in the wheat province of Canada was established first as an athlete and then as one of most the sought after coaches. His transition from curler to coach alone is interesting but as you'll see by clicking on the Chapter Markers above, Merv will deal with many topics with which coaches deal on a regular basis. Merv's style of doing so will leave you entertained as well as educated. He's a story teller and illustrates many of his  coaching points that way! Enjoy!
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In this episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" I'm going to pull the curtain on the mover and shaker of one of curling's most visited and intriguing internet sites "Curling Zone" . The aforementioned mover and shaker is none other than Gerry Guerts. You may not recognize his name but if you follow just about any aspect of curling be it from the perspective of a curler, coach, instructor, athlete or fan, you will have benefited from his work and insights.
This episode is awash in information and that's putting it mildly as you'll soon learn when you hit "play" on your device.  The episode is 60 min. in length and it's worth every one of those minutes. I suggest you once again employ the "Chapter Markers" to identify the various topics with which Gerry deals so you can quickly return to those of particular interest.  This is one of those episodes you'll want to hear more than once. He has the data and is willing to share!

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