Sorry, Partner

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 numbers of bridge players by bringing in more younger players and getting bridge into schools in the U.S. and Europe. Donate here (with matching funding through the Levine Foundation). Tax-efficient giving for US donors also available.

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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 numbers of bridge players by bringing in more younger players and getting bridge into schools in the U.S. and Europe. Donate here (with matching funding through the Levine Foundation). Tax-efficient giving for US donors also available.

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 every new episode and occasional other information.

-KVELL about your club on the show!

-Send your bridge stories and comments to [email protected].

-Or to @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.

-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE.

These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com

PLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...

If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify or wherever you like to listen!

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner.

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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.

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-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 every new episode and occasional other information.

-KVELL about your club on the show!

-Send your bridge stories and comments to [email protected].

-Or to @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.

-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE.

These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com

PLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...

If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify or wherever you like to listen!

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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. Get 20% off any Kantar title from the BRIDGE SHOP with coupon code SP20 (valid from June 22-July 7, 2023).

Have you taught someone to play? Share the story with us and get two free ACBL games on SWAN Games.

SUPPORT THE SHOW!!

-Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.

-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORE.

-Take a gander at our SPONSOR OFFERS & DISCOUNTS.

GET IN TOUCH ...

-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.

-Send your bridge stories and comments to [email protected].

-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.

-Or @sorry_partner on TWITTER.

-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).

These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com

PLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...

If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen!

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner.

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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!

Examples of Eric's coaching docs.

Eric's family has set up a memorial site where people who knew him can share stories and memories about his life. You can visit the memorial site here: www.erickokishmemorial.ca 

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 every new episode and occasional other information.

-KVELL about your club on the show!

-Send your bridge stories and comments to [email protected].

-Or to @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.

-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE.

These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com

PLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...

If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify or wherever you like to listen!

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner.

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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!

Examples of Eric's coaching docs.

Eric's family has set up a memorial site where people who knew him can share stories and memories about his life. You can visit the memorial site here: www.erickokishmemorial.ca 

Have you taught someone to play? Share the story with us and get two free ACBL games on SWAN Games.

SUPPORT THE SHOW!!

-Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.

-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORE.

-Take a gander at our SPONSOR OFFERS & DISCOUNTS.

GET IN TOUCH ...

-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.

-Send your bridge stories and comments to [email protected].

-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.

-Or @sorry_partner on TWITTER.

-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).

These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com

PLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...

If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen!

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner.

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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.

-Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES.

BE PART OF THE FUN ...

-Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.

-KVELL about your club on the show!

-Send your bridge stories and comments to [email protected].

-Or to @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.

-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE.

These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com

PLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...

If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify or wherever you like to listen!

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner.

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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!

SUPPORT THE SHOW!!

-Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.

-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORE.

-Take a gander at our SPONSOR OFFERS & DISCOUNTS.

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.

Have you taught or encouraged someone to play? Share the story with us and get two free ACBL games on SWAN Games.

The VCC in Melbourne is coming up June 8-12. Details HERE.

GET IN TOUCH ...

-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.

-Send your bridge stories and comments to [email protected].

-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.

-Or @sorry_partner on TWITTER.

-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).

These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com

PLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...

If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen!

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner.

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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 the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES.

BE PART OF THE FUN ...

-Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.

-KVELL about your club on the show!

-Send your bridge stories and comments to [email protected].

-Or to @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.

-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE.

These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com

PLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...

If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify or wherever you like to listen!

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner.

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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.

SUPPORT THE SHOW!!

-Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON.

-Looking for some Sorry, Partner SWAG? Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORE.

-Take a gander at our SPONSOR OFFERS & DISCOUNTS.

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.

Have you taught someone to play? Share the story with us and get two free ACBL games on SWAN Games.

The VCC in Melbourne is coming up June 8-12. Details HERE.

GET IN TOUCH ...

-Join our MAILING LIST here. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information.

-Send your bridge stories and comments to [email protected].

-Or @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM.

-Or @sorry_partner on TWITTER.

-Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE (it's FREE!).

These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com

PLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ...

If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen!

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner.

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