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Sorry, Partner

Catherine Harris & Jocelyn Startz

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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  • 180 episodes
  • Updated Thursday
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  • Aug 14, 2025 · 2 min

    Bonus audio--Bridge Blues: Stay or Go

    Bridge Blues: Stay or Go was written and performed by Nirup Malkani. You can find more of their songs on Spotify. LYRICS--Bridge Blues: Stay or Go I’m giving up bridge – tonight’s my last night It’s amen to Stayman, I give up the fight. The insults and muddles are giving me troubles. I can’t sleep at night for thinking of doubles. My cards are all rotten And I have forgotten Who has played what and what is trump Sitting for hours with a sore rump So it’s all over tonight – I’m off to the backwoods I’m bidding goodbye to Gerber and Blackwoods. I can’t stand the hassle, I can’t stand the pain I’m getting those bad cards again and again. Bridge makes me cheer, then tear out my hair, One moment I’m soaring, the next in despair. I swear I should quit — or give it one more go... Tell me, Bridge friends, should I stay or should I go? Another bad night Nothing’s gone right. My partner’s a dope I’m losing all hope. When opponents say “double” I know we’re in trouble. My points are not high, and I’m wondering why She kept on bidding right up to the sky. We’re in seven spades, I doubt she makes When surprise, surprise, all tricks she takes The defenders feel sick My partner’s really slick. All of a sudden, gone is my sorrow And yes, I’ll play again tomorrow! Bridge makes me cheer, then tear out my hair, One moment I’m soaring, the next in despair. I swear I should quit — or give it one more go... Tell me, Bridge friends, should I stay or should I go? We are a listener-supported program. Please consider getting behind us with a Patreon pledge. 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. -Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. -Or to @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM. Find our recommended books HERE. -Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Jul 24, 2025 · 54 min

    Matt Brown Plays With Heart

    New Zealand champion Matt Brown joins us to talk about false carding, creating opportunities at the table, and getting to the level where you know what your partner is thinking. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Find all our recommended books HERE. -Take a look at our INSTAGRAM posts. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Jun 26, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min

    Andy Hung Hangs Out and Talks Bridge

    Australian champion Andy Hung joins us to talk about the pros and cons of having an excellent memory, giving loud versus murky signals, and making time to practice. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Find all our recommended books HERE. -Take a look at our INSTAGRAM posts. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • May 29, 2025 · 56 min

    Harriet Cork Pops In to Talk Bridge

    English champion Harriet Cork joins us to talk about getting hooked on bridge in primary school, connecting with other junior players at bridge camp, and her bridge goals and ambitions. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Find all our recommended books HERE. -Take a look at our INSTAGRAM posts. Check out Bridgin With Kai Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • May 15, 2025 · 32 min

    Mel Colchamiro Rules!/ReDeal

    In this episode we revisit our conversation with American champion Mel Colchamiro. Mel talks about taking time out from bridge to raise a family and the argument for consistency in your game. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Find all our recommended books HERE. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • May 1, 2025 · 54 min

    Joel Wooldridge Is a Mammoth Bridge Talent

    American champion Joel Wooldridge joins us to talk about psychology and deception, and letting loose at foosball. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Find all our recommended books HERE. -Take a look at our INSTAGRAM posts. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Apr 17, 2025 · 29 min

    Kiran Nadar Is Formidable/ReDeal

    In this episode we revisit our conversation with Indian champion Kiran Nadar. Kiran talks about representing India at bridge tournaments around the world, and the interplay between that and her roles as a philanthropist and museum founder. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Find all our recommended books HERE. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Apr 3, 2025 · 57 min

    Dana Tal Tells Tal Tales About Bridge

    Israeli champion Dana Tal joins us to talk about adapting her game to be more aggressive, the critical role of a bridge coach, and the joy of playing with her sister. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Dana's dad, Haim, shares his system notes for The Prophet. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Find all our recommended books HERE. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Mar 20, 2025 · 46 min

    Andrew Mill Is a Tough Opponent/ReDeal

    In this episode, we revisit our conversation with Australian champion Andrew Mill. Andrew talks to us about context, practicing what you're not good at, and smoking bans. Plus he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Find all our recommended books HERE. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Mar 6, 2025 · 52 min

    Sanna Clementsson Shows Her Opponents No Mercy

    Swedish champion Sanna Clementsson joins us to talk about what makes bridge beautiful and how she got completely hooked on the game. Plus, she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Find all our recommended books HERE. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 20, 2025 · 26 min

    Heather Dhondy Keeps Calm and Carries On/ReDeal

    In this episode, we revisit our conversation with English champion Heather Dhondy. Heather talks to us about her meteoric rise from kitchen bridge player to world champion. Plus she shares her top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your bridge stories and comments to sorrypartnerpodcast@gmail.com. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Find all our recommended books HERE. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.