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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 fr...

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.Las...

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.

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 e...

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 ...

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 air...