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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 fo ..read more

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 ..read more

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 po ..read more

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 episod ..read more

This is a special episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" with a look back at a fantastic ten days of curling in The Queen City (aka Regina, SK). With pen and paper close at hand I made note of what I saw from the perspective  of a TV fan/coach. I'd like to be able to watch a game of curling, or any sporting event for that matter, strictly from a fan's point of view but I guess if I can't do it without my coach's hat firmly in place by this point in my life, I don't think that's ever going to happen. I made eleven notes for the episode. By clicking on "Chapters" at the top of these show ..read more

In this episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" we hear from Dustin Mikush, Manager - Youth & Program Development for Curling Canada. As the title of this episode suggests, he has two programs to tell us about, one for U15 curlers and one for aspiring ice technicians. Both are very exciting programs looking to the future of curling in Canada.  To listeners in other parts of the curling world, perhaps you might be able to take some of the ideas from Dustin or if you already have programs akin to both or either of these, let me know and I'll pass your suggestions along to Dustin. My em ..read more

In this episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" we hear from Coach Gerry Richard of Kelowna, BC. This episode begins a series under the title "From The Coach's Bench". It provides an opportunity to hear from some of the best curling coaches who will share what they have learned over the years of a very successful coaching career.  As you will hear, Gerry is going to share this thoughts on a number of coaching topics. You will not only find what those topic are but where you can locate them in the episode by going to "Chapter Markers" beside "Show Notes". By clicking on the time stamp (gr ..read more

In this episode of "A Pane In The Glass Podcast" I take a look at the recently concluded 2024 Scotties Tournament Of Hearts" with my coaching hat firmly placed on my head. As the event unfolded at Canada Olympic Park in Calgary, AB I made notes which I share with you in this episode.  "The Restless Ranter" pays us another visit. If you thought he was a little "steamed" in the last episode, he's really hot-under-the-collar" this time around. Don't miss it! Finally, I'm trying something for the first time with this episode. There are "Chapter Markers" which, according to my podcast provider ..read more