1 Key Stat for Each Team at the Pre-Trials

In this episode, Sean and Scott talk about this week's Canadian Olympic Curling Pre-Trial event in Liverpool, Nova Scotia and give 1 key stat for each of the 28 teams in the field. They talk about how teams can use the stats to their advantage, how they stack up with regards to Hammer Factor, and who is playing well going into the event. They wrap up by making their picks for who will earn berths to the Trials in Saskatoon and talk about where you can watch this week.

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Previewing the World Wheelchair Curling Championship

In this episode, Sean flies solo to talk about the 2021 World Wheelchair Curling Championship, which kicks off Saturday in Beijing. He goes through the Paralympic Games qualification process and talks about who is in, who is out, and who has to perform this week to earn a spot. He then goes through all 12 teams in the field, breaking down lineup changes, experience v. rookies, and which team has the strongest roster as we start to look ahead to who may be at the top of the podium at the end of the week.

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Does Slam Success = Olympic Success?

In this episode, Sean and Scott talk about the return of the Grand Slam of Curling by talking about next week's Masters. With this being an Olympic year, they look back at how the Olympic teams from 2018 fared in the Slams leading up to the Games to try to determine if there is a correlation between success in the Slams and success in the Olympics. They also talk about the triple knockout format, the 32 teams in the field, and make their picks for the week.

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It's Olympic (Qualifying) Time: Looking Ahead to the Pre-Pre-Trials

In this week's episode, Sean and Scott talk about this week's Pre-Pre-Trials event being held in Ottawa. In one of the two concurrent events, 2 men's and 3 women's teams will qualify for the Olympic Trials in Saskatoon, with the other teams heading to the Pre-Trials in Liverpool, Nova Scotia in October. In the other event, the Pre-Pre-Trials, 2 men's and 2 women's teams will qualify for the Pre-Trials. The Game of Stones team will be on-site throughout the event, so be sure to follow along @GameofStonesPod on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

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Olympics on the Line: 5 Things to Watch at the World Mixed Doubles Curling Championship

In this episode, Sean and Scott look ahead to the 2021 World Mixed Doubles Curling Championship in Aberdeen, Scotland. They talk about Olympic qualificaition, potential bubble hangovers, and the advantage of mixed doubles specialists. They also talk about some of the less known teams, the countries who haven't been represented at a world championship so far this year, and the playoff format.

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Women's Worlds Preview: Who Will Qualify for the Olympics?

In this episode, Sean and Scott briefly talk about the final Grand Slam (1:37) before discussing which teams they think will punch their tickets to the 2022 Winter Olympics (4:35). They then go through the field team by team (12:00) and finish off by talking about the positive Covid tests for one of the incoming teams (1:04:34).

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5 Things to Watch at the Champions Cup

In this episode, Sean and Scott talk about 5 thigns they'll be watching at this week's Champions Cup. They talk about the teams making their first appearance in the bubble, lineup change, the format, & make their picks for the week.

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Previewing the Men's World Championship (a.k.a Olympic Qualifer)

In this episode, Sean and Scott preview the 2021 Men's World Curling Championship. They talk about all 14 teams heading to Calgary, the format, and the importance of this event to the 2022 Olympics. They also talk about the TV coverage, who they expect to punch their tickets to Beijing 2022, and what they're looking forward to this week.

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Canadian Mixed Doubles Preview: Everything You Need to Know

Sean and Scott are back to talk about the next event heading to the Calgary Curling Bubble: the Canadian Mixed Doubles Championship! They talk about the qualification process, the very convoluted playoff system, and which pool looks the strongest. They also debate whether players who participated in the Scotties and Brier have an advantage over those making their debut in the bubble and look forward to the TV coverage.

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Biggest Brier Bubble Preview

In this episode, Sean and Scott talk about all 18 teams heading the Brier Bubble in Edmonton. They discuss which pool is stronger, the depth of the field, and look ahead to what some of the TV games could be. They also go team by team to look at rosters, expectations, and make their picks for who will stand tall with the Tankard at the end of the week.

What to Look for at the National

In this episode, Sean and Scott talk about what they are looking forward to seeing at the Boost National this week in Conception Bay, South, NL.

Tour Challenge: Which Tier is Best?

In this episode, Sean and Scott preview the upcoming Tour Challenge in Pictou County, Nova Scotia and debate which of the two tiers is more interesting. They also talk about ways to mix up the grand slams and who they are looking forward to watching this week.

Grand Slam of Curling Returns! What to Expect?

In this episode, Sean and Scott talk about what they are looking forward to through this year's grand slam season. They talk about teams to look out for and some statistics that could determine the winners and losers this year.

Curling World Cup Grand Finale...What Else Can We Say?

Sean and Scott are back to quickly preview the field for the Curling World Cup Grand Final in Beijing. Not much else to say, but we talk a bit about how each of the teams qualified, which pools are toughest, and one last ride for Team Ulsrud.

Champions Cup: Is the Season Over Yet?

Sean and Scott give their quick takes on each of the 30 teams competing in the upcoming Champions Cup. 

Players Championship and Major Roster Shakeups

In this episode, Sean makes his triumphant return to the pod and talks with Scott about this week's Players Championship. They also talk about the major line-up change announced this week by Team Epping.

Men's Worlds Preview

In this episode, Sean and Scott break down the field for this year's Men's World Curling Championship. They talk about all 13 teams in the field and who they expect to be standing at the end of the week.

Women's Worlds Preview

In this episode Sean and Scott preview the women's world championships. They talk about all the teams heading to Denmark and look forward to who they expect to be standing at the end of the week.

Brier Preview

In this episode, Sean and Scott preview the 2019 Tim Hortons Brier in Brandon. They look at all 17 teams in the field, talk about each team's expectations, and make their picks for who will be standing at the end of the week.

Scotties Mega Preview

In this episode, Sean and Scott preview the 2019 Scotties Tournament of Hearts. They break down all 17 teams heading to Sydney, NS and talk about what they expect from each squad while also giving their thoughts on what to expect in the Championship round.