Mah Jongg Mondays podcast

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Mah Jong Treasures with Gregg Swain May 24, 2021

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Join Fern and today's special guest Gregg Swain. Gregg is an art historian, speaker and author of three mah jong related books. There's so much more than meets the eye with mah jong tiles and Gregg is here to share some of her knowledge with us in today's episode. Gregg also shares some interesting tips and strategies too, so listen in for some mahj treasures! Get in touch with Gregg Swain at mahjongtreasures.com or mahjonggtheartofthegame.com, on Facebook as Gregg Swain, or on Instagram at @greggswain. Fern's memoir, Mah Jongg Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local independent bookseller.

Mighty Mah Jongg May 17, 2021

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Join Fern and this week's guest Jamie Throgmorton as these two mahj enthusiasts talk about finding confidence to vie for challenging hands—especially Singles and Pairs. Listen in as Fern and Jamie reflect on how mah jongg helped each of them through difficult life challenges, how the friendships they built around their mahj tables offered each of them support in times of need. Find out why it's so much more than just a game for these two players.

Jamie's Facebook Group can be found at Climate Conversations and Coaching You can register for Annelise Heinz's upcoming author presentation on 6/3/2021 here.

The Highlights of Mah Jongg May 10, 2021

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In this weeks episode join Fern and two other ladies who love to mahj, Tina Gottesman and Jill Fox. The three women all became friends through the game we love to play and talk about here on the podcast... mah jongg! Listen in for highlights in our mahj community: sets, tournaments, books, products, mahj destinations and so much more!

Mah's Helping Hand Highlighters can be found at www.mahshelpinghand.com

The Mah Jongg Wipes bundle can be found at www.mahjonggwipes.com

Mahj Club Med Getaway details can be found at www.mahjonggwipes.com/moms-weekend-off

momsplaymahjongg@gmail.com

Let's Dive Deeper Into The 2021 Card May 03, 2021

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Join Fern and her guest Daron Barness as Daron helps us unpack the card, see specific rhythms and patterns in sections and hands. Daron has downloadable worksheets for players available on her website. Search the card for answers to thought provoking questions on the worksheets to help sharpen your mahj skills and understanding of the new card. Go grab your 2021 card, a pen and paper to take note of some terrific tips and strategies!

Daron's website can be found at www.majbydaron.com and she can be contacted directly at majbydaron@gmail.com

Mah Jongg Mondays Apr 26, 2021

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In this week's episode join Fern and her guests Lorraine Urist and Mary Lechman. They turn the tables and interview Fern about her memoir and some of her life experiences that led her to write her book. We all face life challenges be them big or small and those of us who play mah jongg can often find support from our mahj friends, find fun and friendship around the table and some of us find therapy as we pass through the Charleston and throw and pick as we vie for the winning hand. Listen in and learn about this mah jongg inspired story.

Fern's book can be found on Amazon.com, at Barnes and Noble, or at your local independent bookseller.

This episode sponsored in part by Mahjcon. Go to mahjcon.com/register to register for the event.

MAHJCON Apr 19, 2021

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In this weeks episode join Fern and her guests Michele Frizzell and Debbie Barnett as they discuss the upcoming mahj event titled MAHJCON. What is MAHJCON? It is a mahj centered conference where mahj enthusiasts like you can come together to be entertained, informed and inspired. In addition to this dynamic duo of mah jongg creating MAHJCON, they also formed AMJIA, American Mah Jongg Instructor Association, and a program to teach interested players how to become mah jongg instructors with specific curriculum for American Mah Jongg play which is endorsed by Tom Sloper. For the generous event discount offered by Michele and Debbie enter: FERN25 when ordering your MAHJCON ticket. I hope to see you there! Links: Mahjcon.com use the discount code: FERN25 to receive 25% off your ticket price. Amjia.org

We Love Mah Jongg! Apr 12, 2021

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Join Fern and her guest Bettyann Stryker, founder of the Facebook group We Love Mah Jongg!, tournament director, charity supporter and all around mahj enthusiast. Bettyann found mah jongg an important part of her life after a traumatic brain injury and is sensitive to others personal challenges. We've all got a story and today Bettann will share hers with us.

Bettyann's Facebook Group can be found at We Love Mah Jongg! Bettyann's blog and website can be found at Jokerswildmjt.com and she can be emailed directly at Betsyneedsalife@yahoo.com

Bubbe's Tips and Tricks for the 2021 Card, to Help YOU be a Mahj Maven! Apr 05, 2021

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Bubbe is back with more mah jongg insight. In this weeks episode guest Karen Gooen, author, lecturer, teacher and statistician discusses tips and strategies to help you navigate the new 2021 NMJL card. Karen reveals some golden nuggets she has discovered while analyzing the new card and shares those with us today. So go grab your card, a pen and paper and let's dive into our new cards together!

To receive a special offer when ordering one or all of Karen's books mention the podcast when you email her at bubbefischer@gmail.com

You can also visit Karen's blog at bubbemj.blogspot.com

Hot Off the Press! The New 2021 NMJL Card. Mar 30, 2021

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This is the week the new 2021 NMJL cards will be arriving in the mail! Join Fern and Lorraine Urist as they discuss the new card, changes in sections, hands and values. If your card didn't arrive just yet you can still glean information about the new card in this episode and be ready for when it arrives.

Mah's Helping Hand Mah Jongg Highlighters can be bought at the company's website, mahshelpinghand.com

Toby Salk's website, where you can get in touch with her, can be found at tobysmj.com

Mah Jongg Madness with Gladys Grad Mar 24, 2021

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In this week's episode Fern welcomes back mah jongg aficionado Gladys Grad. Listen in as they talk about the NMJL card, Flower and Joker tiles and how Gladys became involved in land and cruise tournaments. Not only did she create Siamese mah jongg but also Mah Jongg Master Points. Gladys has designed, created and sells mah jongg sets and is a progressive and innovative master of the game of mah jongg. Visit the Mah Jongg Madness website. Mahjongtime allows online Siamese play and tournaments as well as 4 player games. Crystal Cruises

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