Podcasts about mah jongg

Tiger and Dragon is a climbing game using two suited Mah Jongg style tiles. Attacks are offered and countered with matching tiles. The first player to go out wins the round but HOW you win will ultimately determine your score.

Tiger and Dragon is a climbing game using two suited Mah Jongg style tiles. Attacks are offered and countered with matching tiles. The first player to go out wins the round but HOW you win will ultimately determine your score.

This week a fun, interesting, warm conversation with author and fellow podcaster Fern Bernstein. 2019 saw her debut memoir Mah Jongg Mondays: a memoir about friendship, love and faith. And this past October her second book Staunch: The Edies of Grey Gardens. Fern hosts the podcasts Mah Jongg Mondays and Grey Gardens: Don't Just Be A Lady…Be A Legend.

Fern welcomes the funniest lady of mah jongg back to the podcast. Lorraine shares her experience creating and running a mah jongg one day of fun play. No episide with Lorraine is without side splitting laughter, so buckle up and listen in to the latest episode of Mah Jongg Mondays!   Fern's two books, Mah Jongg Mondays (her memoir) and Staunch (a historical fiction book), can both be purchased on Amazon.com or from your local independent bookseller.

In today's episide Fern welcomes fellow Long Island mahj enthusiast Lorie Seigel. Listen in with a chilled glass of iced coffee or iced tea as Lorie, who teaches in the area, shares tips and strategies as well as stories and her personal perspectives about the game. Lorie's website can be found at www.majwithlor.com Fern's interview on Expert Connect can be found here. You can follow Fern on Instagram at @Fernlovesmahjongg, on Facebook as Fern Levitch-Bernstein, or you can get in touch via email at Fernhbern@yahoo.com   Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

In today's episode Fern welcomes the funny lady of mah jongg, Lorraine Urist, back to the podcast. Lorraine shares some funny stories as well as news about her upcoming event.  She also will share tips for players ready to step outside the safety of their regular games and strategies for us all! Grab your card and listen in to a fun-filled episode!   You can contact Lorraine by email at Maloram@aol.com or by phone at (818)419-9167   Donna Eschen can be reached by email at Puffins@aol.com   infinitepetlife.com   You can follow Fern on Instagram at @Fernlovesmahjongg, on Facebook as Fern Levitch-Bernstein, or you can get in touch via email at Fernhbern@yahoo.com   Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

In today's episode Daron Barness shares her overview of the new card In addition she will talk in depth about rhythms and patterns. Daron's new card worksheets are a great tool to learn the 2023 card. Go grab your card, a pen and paper to take notes!   Enter the book Giveaway at MJTI! 5 lucky winners will be chosen on 5/8/2023 to win a signed book titled: Poppy and Mary Ellen Deliver the Goods.    mahjonggmania.net   You can visit Daron's website at www.majbydaron.com, where you can also pick up a copy of her 2023 Mah Jongg worksheet packets.

Do you remember when you learned how to play mah jongg? I sure do! In today's episode I welcome Jill Zoccoli, who has been playing mahj for seven months and Peggy Morrissey who learned three months ago. We'll talk about the challenges of learning and being a new player. We've all been there! We have some tips to share and we hope we can inspire more people to learn the marvelous game of mah jongg! Mah's Helping Hand Maj By Daron Dix Hills Mahjong Facebook Group You can contact Fern at Fernhbern@yahoo.com   Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

In today's episode Fern welcomes two fellow mah jongg Long Islanders to the podcast. Lori Rubin and Michele Drotman love both social play and tournament play and have created mini tournaments here on Long Island. Later this month they are kicking off their first event! Listen in for tips and strategies for both social play and tournament play as we all get our mahj—on! You can visit the site for Mah Jongg Mania at mahjonggmania.net You can contact Fern at Fernhbern@yahoo.com   Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

In the first episode of 2023, Fern welcomes two special ladies of mahj, Jan Egri and Linda Rosenson to the podcast. Jan who is the administrator on the largest and most interactive Facebook group MJTI!, discusses the “new NMJL rule” with Fern as well as some other mahj related topics. Later, Linda Rosenson joins in the conversation sharing her love of gaming and discussing how she adds weekly Wheel of Fortune and Wordle puzzles on MJTI! At the end of the episode Linda has an exciting mahj related announcement involving both her and Jan! Listen in to find out what's in the works! Pick up your 2023 NMJL card at www.nationalmahjonggleague.org You can find the Moms Play Mah Jongg Facebook group here. You can find the Mah Jongg, That's It! Facebook group can be found here. To learn more about Siamese mah jongg, you can visit siamesemahjongg.com   Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays  

In todays episode Fern welcomes Debbie Levin and Ilene Matz to the podcast. Through a decades long friendship, their love for mah jongg and the right timing, this dynamic duo recently acquired the online mahj business Mah Jongg Maven. It's holiday time and the perfect time to check out the mah jongg items/gifts available on their website. Happy holidays one and all! You can find their website at www.mahjonggmaven.com and they can be emailed at Themaven@mahjonggmaven.com Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

In this episode we discuss jigsaw brain game puzzles. We describe the process of hanging your finished jigsaw puzzle and we take a look into the Mah Jongg.

In dieser Episode sprechen wir über Go/Go Bang und Mah Jongg.

How do you play Mah Jongg and what's its' history?

Fern welcomes Lynn Kaplan to the podcast. Lynn teaches mah jongg and created a YouTube channel where she reviews the NMJL card when it first comes out in April. Today Lynn shares her love of the game with us as well as tips and strategies and a fun mahj-themed musical playlist. Listen in and let's get our mahj—on!    You can contact Lynn at Lynnkaplan38@gmail.com   You can watch Lynn's review of the 2022 card on YouTube (and be sure to subscribe to her channel while you're there!)   You can listen to Lynn's Mah Jonng Playlist on Spotify

In today's episode I interview NYU student Joy Wu, who chose the theme of mah jongg for a class documentary project. She filmed Linda Feinstein, mah jongg teacher and founder of Mah Jongg Mondays in New York City. Linda joins me back at the podcast to share her experience being the central character in the documentary. As Linda recently decided to close the weekly games at Sarabeth's after eighteen years, being in this documentary will forever record Linda's love, enthusiasm and mark on the world of Manhattan's mah jongg players.   You can contact Linda Feinstein at Mahjonggteacher@aol.com   Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays 

Let's celebrate! Liam and I are excited to have reached the 100th episode of the podcast. I have some very special people joining me on the podcast today to help me celebrate this milestone episode. My guest today is Karen Gooen who will be talking with me about back up hands and the positive effects that technology and social media had during the trying time we all encountered during covid. MJTI! was and is a fantastic Facebook home for us all to come together and share our love for mah jongg. My thanks to each of you for your listenership and for helping me to grow the podcast by sharing it with your mah jongg friends and family members. It's one for all and all for mahj!    Karen's blog can be found at and her book Looking for Bubbe Fischer can be found on Amazon.com or at your local independent bookseller.   The episode with Lorraine that Fern and Liam were referencing was Episode 65, which can be found here.   Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays (I have hidden a surprise over there! Don't tell Fern! -Liam)

In today's episode Fern welcomes Jenelle Schatz to the podcast. They will discuss Mah Jongg For Memories, an organization Jenelle started after losing her husband to Alzeheimer's in 2012. Jenelle found support, friendship and fun through learning mah jongg and joining in weekly games after her husband passed away. She now teaches mahj, loves tournaments and combining her love of the game with helping raise money and awareness about Alzheimers.    Brian Dressler stops by the podcast with  a special offer for us all. His new art deco set is hot off the press and he is offering $50 off to podcast listeners. Use promo code Fern50.   Enjoy the episode and mahj—on! All the links in the episode are below:   www.alz.org   Jenelle can be contacted at Jenelle.schatz@gmail.com   Ahuva Ellner can be contacted at Ahuvasellner@aol.com   Brian Dressler's links:   Individual ivory tiles Individual white tiles   www.dazamahjong.com   mahjcon.com

Have you ever had an idea for a business but didn't know where to start? Then this is the episode for you! Join us, along with Jeri's daughter Molly, as we chat with mom/daughter duo Ronni and Hannah Rice about how each turned a passion into a business. Ronni transformed her love of Mahjong into "Marvelous Mrs Mahj" where she teaches this fun and challenging game, while Hannah transferred her creative outlet of painting her nails into Tipsy Toppers Polish. After listening to this podcast, we bet you will take your first steps to being your own boss!

In today's fun-filled episode join guests Jan Zegel, Mary Lechman and mah jongg's funny lady Lorraine Urist, as they share their experience of being on the national tv game show: The Chain Reaction. Then get ready for some podcast game show fun as Fern tests their mahj knowledge. Liam joins in the game show fun too! Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

Welcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 458, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet. Round 1. Category: A Driving Tour 1: Drive by the cops when you put the pedal to the metal on most of these high-speed German highways. autobahns. 2: Krasnaya Ploshchad is the local name for this square you can drive by, but not across. Red Square. 3: High degree Freemasons know it can be hard to drive by this L.A. auditorium on Jefferson Blvd. on Oscar night. the Shrine Auditorium. 4: You'll reach the president's office in this country driving to the union buildings on Government Ave. in Pretoria. South Africa. 5: Drive down Obala Vojvode Stepe in this city and relive the street's most famous moment of June 28, 1914. Sarajevo. Round 2. Category: Art School 1: The most common one used by artists is probably the X-acto. a knife. 2: Turning tools are used to shape the clay on one of these. a potter's wheel. 3: A halftone screen breaks up a sold image into a pattern of these. dots. 4: Traditionally in drypoint, you use a steel needle to scratch your drawing into a plate of this metal. copper. 5: When a sculptor is doing this he isn't fishing, but using the lost wax method to make a mold. casting. Round 3. Category: Clues Past Their Freshness Date 1: Time's 1980 Man of the Year cover showed him in a western shirt, jeans and a tooled belt with silver buckle. Ronald Reagan. 2: To get into this event at the White House March 31, 1997 you had to have a 3-to-6-year-old kid with you. the Easter Egg Hunt. 3: In 1992 United began flying the Latin American routes purchased from this airline that folded in 1991. Pan American. 4: This brand's jingle called it "That Heavenly Coffee". Chock full o'Nuts. 5: In 1996 Chevy reintroduced this model first seen in 1964, also the name of a version of Barbie. Malibu. Round 4. Category: Workplaces 1: Usual workplace of a saucier, a poissonier and a garde-manger. restaurant. 2: The traditional entry-level area of a talent agency; Michael Ovitz started there at William Morris. mailroom. 3: A triage nurse is the first person who will tend to you if you go to this part of a hospital. emergency room. 4: In the U.S. the FBI has about 60 of the local offices usually called these. field offices. 5: 3-letter word paired with 'tool" in a type of manufacturer of precision products. die. Round 5. Category: Toys And Games 1: The name of this game that uses 144 small tiles comes from a word meaning “sparrows”. Mah Jongg. 2: Term for the hoops that croquet balls are driven through. wickets. 3: Bionicle is one of the lines from this brand of building blocks. Lego. 4: These cute, cuddly plush toys were introduced in 2005 along with a code allowing kids access to an online community. Webkinz. 5: Betty James named a classic toy this, a word meaning "stealthy, sleek and sinuous". Slinky. Thanks for listening! Come back tomorrow for more exciting trivia!

Join Fern and returning guest Karen Gooen, aka Bubbe Fischer. Karen is a mah jongg teacher, strategist and analyst extraordinaire. Karen also has written three books with the theme of mah jongg and has spoken all around the country about her books and mah jongg wisdom. Go grab your new card, a pen and paper and lets dive into the new card with Karen.    You can visit Karen's blog at bubbemj.blogspot.com, and you can purchase her book Searching for Bubbe Fischer: The Path to Mah Jongg Wisdom on Amazon.com or through your local bookseller.   themahjongline.com   Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

Join Fern and her guest Sue Glass as they discuss Sue's attendance at the NMJL's annual meeting and hear what she learned. Fern and Sue also talk about the history and the formation of the league and the philanthropic role the league adheres to eighty-five years after its inception. Dr. Heinz's website can be found at www.amheinz.org Mah Jongg: The Musical's GoFundMe can be found here. https://hollyboxenhornscheduler.as.me/ Fern's book, Mah Jonng Mondays, can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller.   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

Happy New Year! This is the first episode of 2022! Today's guest Karen Bloom, a third generation player shares her love and enthusiasm for mah jongg. It was b'shert (meant to be) she was reconnected to the game. The organization Hadassah brough the click-clack sound of the tiles back into Karen's life and we will hear about the organization and how it helps people. Fern also talks about her very special mahj meetups in Florida. Listen in and enjoy the episode! https://www.hadassah.org/ If you'd like to order a signed copy of Fern's book, you can do so at www.burtonsbooks.com Want to help support the show? Become a patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

It's the last episode of 2022! Join Fern and guest Kathy Jones as they discuss the details of some creative and fun twists in house rules to shake up your holiday games. Pass your rack to the right?!? Everyone pick a tile from the wall and discard one back in?!? Crazy house rules can cause crazy fun gaming excitement. We'll get to hear from Liam too, as he joins Fern in the  latter part of the episode. Wishing everyone a happy and healthy holiday!!! MJM Mah Jongg: The Musical episode (Episode 85) MJM Gladys Grad episode (Episode 8) If you would like to order a signed copy of Fern's memoir, you can place an order through Burton's Books at their website, burtonsbooks.com. Want to support the show? Become a patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays and keep us ad-free!

Join Fern and guests John Davis and Paolo Tatafiore, the creative team behind Mah Jongg the Musical. We'll hear about this work in progress and behind the scenes details. Mah jongg on stage…doesn't that sound amazing!!! Want to support the show? Head on over to patreon.com/mahjonggmondays and become a patron! If you would like to help contribute to Mah Jongg the Musical, their GoFundMe page can be found here. John and Paolo can be contacted via email: Jwarrendavis71@gmail.com Ptatafiore@gmail.com

Join Fern and her guests Joanne Harris and Patti Fell as these two mavens of mah jongg share the shenanigans they got into through their mah jongg friendship. Joanne's love for the game inspired her to open an Etsy shop called Mah Jongg Ladies. Check out her shop for fun mahj inspired gifts. Both ladies can attest to the special bonds of friendship that form around a mah jongg table. Listen in and hear their fun stories! You can find Joanne's shop on Etsy as Mah Jongg Ladies.

Join Fern and guest Ron Tyson as they talk about how this man of mahj found his way to the game and has made special bonds of friendship through mah jongg. Ron also shares how he started the non-profit Bringing Smiles to Seniors organization and helps seniors across the country feel connection and love. Ron also shares some recent accolades while being recognized for his hard work and devotion to this organization. Whether winning at mah jongg or winning hearts by being such a great guy you will love learning about this man of mahj.   bringsmilestoseniors.com   Grandma Lola's pound cake recipe can be found on Ron's blog: https://morningswithron.com/2018/05/30/grandma-lolas-pound-cake-recipe/ (Happy baking!)   Want to support the show? Consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays, and help keep us ad-free!

Join Fern and this weeks guest Bonnie Wise as they talk all about mahj. Learn how this busy Florida County Administrator was lured to the tiles and pushed her gaming skills to achieve world championship status. Not only does Bonnie play both socially and competitively, she also takes time out of her busy schedule and together with fellow mahj player and friend Judy Serrapica, created Dragons on the Green, a 501(c)(3) organization. Together they teach the game to new players and hold tournaments. The organization raises funds for charitable causes. Bonnie is not only a star player but an all around great woman of mahj.    www.dragonsonthegreen.org   Mah Jonng Highlighters can be purchased at www.mahshelpinghand.com.   https://www.patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

Join Fern and her guests Jill Fox, Susan Bishop and Ali Wasserman as they talk about the moms mah jongg getaway at Club Med in Florida. Jill and Susan spread their love of the game through teaching new students and creating mahj centered getaways filled with much needed R&R for mahj playing moms. Ali shares her getaway experience with us. Like what you hear on todays episode? There's another getaway coming up in a few months! Pack your bags and don't forget your mah jongg card!   Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays -susan.bishop@cruiseplanners.com   If you would like to join in on the Moms Weekend Off event, you can do so here, or at www.momsplaymahjongg.com. You can also get in touch directly at momsplaymahjongg@gmail.com Use coupon code "MONDAYS" for 20% off your order from MahJonggWipes.com  

It's fun question to ponder and in this weeks episode Fern and returning guest Lorraine Urist discuss their picks and read responses from members on MJTI! Want to support the show? Please consider becoming a patron over at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays to help keep the show ad-free!

Join Fern along with Lorraine Urist as they muse about mah jongg with guest Nikki Edwards from Minnesota. Nikki created a large mah jongg playing space for dozens of players in her home. The room is filled with mahj ephemera as well as tables ready to be played on. We all are touched by the game of mah jongg but some enthusiasts take it to another level like Nikki. She opened her heart and her home in her personal persuit of sharing her love of the game of mah jongg! Fern's book can be found on Amazon.com or at your local bookseller. Want to help support the show? Become a patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays to help keep the show ad-free!

Join Fern and her guest Tina Gottes as they read and discuss both the good and bad habits that mah jongg players shared on my Mah Jongg That's It post.  It's an episode filled with information that new, intermediate and advanced players can learn from. Fern's book can be found on Amazon.com, or at your local bookseller. The highlighters mentioned in this episode can be bought at www.mahshelpinghand.com Want to help support the show? Become a Patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays and set up a monthly pledge!

In this weeks episode join Fern and her guests Rachael Cohen, Peggy Kamins and Ashley Street. Listen in as they talk about their love for the game of mah jongg and then “get their game on“ answering mahj questions in a game show section of this episode. Go grab your NMJL card and join in the fun!   Fern's book, Mah Jongg Mondays, an be purchased on Amazon or at your local independent bookseller.   Want to help support the show by becoming a patron? Head to patreon.com/mahjonggmondays to learn more!   Mahjcon is coming up! Visit mahjcon.com for information and tickets.

Join Fern and her guest Leslie Dinstman as they discuss how Leslie was inspired to teach curious kindergartners how to play mah jongg. Family mah jongg fills fun nights and delightful days in their mahj home. Check out Leslie's website for some fun online shopping and mention the podcast for a discount on your order.    Leslie's website can be found at www.pezzel.com. Be sure to use the coupon code "MAJ20" for 20% off!   If you would like to help support the program, you can go to patreon.com/mahjonggmondays and become a patron of the show!

Join Fern and her guest Linda Fisher, the director of Bryant Park Mah Jongg. New York City is the city that never sleeps! Some New Yorkers enjoy morning games, some prefer afternoon games at the park and for others, evening games of mah jongg and martinis are the choice for them. No matter what time we play mahj and no matter what town, city or state we play it in— it's always a great time with our friends! Linda's blog can be found at lfisherblog.blogspot.com Bryant Park Mah Jong Game Info can be found at bryantpark.org/amenities/games If you would like to support the show, please consider signing up to be a patron at patreon.com/mahjonggmondays

In this weeks episode Fern shares the mic with Liam to go over some mah jongg survey results about the diversity of mah jongg players. Then Michelle Shapiro joins Fern to discuss the diversity of her mahj students and her love for the game this podcast is all about…mah jongg! If you would like to support the show, please head to patreon.com/mahjonggmondays to set up a pledge. We really appreciate the support!

Join Fern and her guests Ruby and Ziggy as they discuss the Marvelous Mah Jongg Card. Creator Kimberly Powell also joins the episode to share with us how she came up with the idea for this fun-filled and creative take on mah jongg sections and hands. There's so much to love about mah jongg and this card is not only marvelous but masterful too! To order your card click this link or go to marvelousmahjongg.com     Mah Jongg Highlighters can be ordered at www.mahshelpinghand.com

Join Fern in this week’s episode when she interviews the mother-daughter team made up of Jen Clayton and Barbara Bear. This dynamic duo have combined their love of the game into their new mahj business called Mah Jongg Fever. From Long Island and Dallas you can feel these two ladies turning the heat up on the game we love to play! These are the hottest tournaments for the coolest players! Contact Barb and Jen at their website, www.mahjonggfever.com, on Facebook as Mah Jongg Fever Inc. or email them directly at mahjonggfeverinc@gmail.com

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.

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

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.

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

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

Liz and Sarah are celebrating the two hundredth episode of Happier In Hollywood! As they look back, they share some of the segments that have resonated most with listeners. Some favorites include “light a fire,” “volunteers not recruits,” and “choose a personal symbol.” Another stand out? “Remember the Mah Jongg card.” They also revisit their first ever Hollywood Hack — say “fuck” in a meeting.  Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, Side Hustle School, Do The Thing, and Everything Happens with Kate Bowler . If you liked this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

March is all about luck...or is it? This week's podcast is chock full of tips and strategies from the book by Elaine Sandberg: Winning American Mah Jongg Strategies. Grab a pen and paper and get ready for some great info to up your game. These tips will be helpful with our upcoming 2021 NMJL card too!

In todays episode Fern talks with guest Mindy Bogin about playing, teaching and sharing mah jongg memories. Mindy played both in the states and in Israel where she shared her love of mah jongg by teaching new players and creating social circles through the game. These are the tiles that bind and connect us to one another. They are the tiles that fill the “craks” in our lives with friendship, sociability and mental stimulation. Bam! It’s so much more than just a game to us all. Listen in and take away a mahj playing tip too!

In this episode, our guest interviewer and welcoming receptionist, Sara Richardson, interviews our very own Mah Jongg instructor, Judi Slotsky!We talk about the basics of Mah Jongg, why it's so fun, and our excitement around playing it together one day soon!