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Welcome to Just Havin a Crack. A podcast series where we talk to people who have a great story to tell. The real story sometimes lies beneath the surface. We talk profession, life and everything in between. Some guests may be more recognisable than others, but all their stories are just as important.

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    Title: Episode 113 - John Millman "Game Set & Match"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 78:27


    In this riveting episode of "Just Havin' a Crack," Blakey & Banger dive deep into the world of professional tennis with none other than the remarkable John Millman. With a career marked by sheer determination and unwavering passion, Millman shares his journey from humble beginnings to the grand stages of tennis excellence.Join us as we uncover the grit behind the glory, exploring the highs and lows of competing at the highest level of the sport. From epic matches to personal anecdotes, Millman offers a candid glimpse into the life of a professional athlete, shedding light on the sacrifices, triumphs, and invaluable lessons learned along the way.Whether you're a die-hard tennis fan or simply seeking inspiration, this episode promises to serve up a compelling narrative of resilience, perseverance, and the sheer joy of chasing one's dreams. Tune in as we ace our way through captivating stories and engaging insights, courtesy of the one and only John Millman.Follow us onFaceBook https://www.facebook.com/toombuldistrictcricketclubInstagram https://www.instagram.com/toombuldcc

    EP 112 Chris Dittmar "Four walls, Squash Racket, Rubber ball"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2023 59:08


    Welcome to this  episode of Just Havin a CrackChris Dittmar, in addition to his squash career, is known for his work as a commentator in both squash and Australian rules football. After retiring from professional squash, Dittmar transitioned into sports media and became a commentator for squash events. He has provided analysis and commentary for various squash tournaments around the world.In addition to his involvement in squash, Dittmar has also worked as a commentator for Triple M, an Australian radio station known for its sports coverage. He has specifically provided commentary for Australian rules football matches, sharing his insights and analysis with listeners during the games. Dittmar's experience as a former athlete and his knowledge of the sport has made him a respected and valued commentator in both squash and football.

    EP 111 Daryl Elliot Green "Shot Twice"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 77:08


    On this episode of Just Havin' a Crack,  our guest Daryl Elliot Green takes us into a world most of us just take for granted.Daryl, while serving as a police officer was called to a regular job in the Northside of Brisbane. A situation where a death threat was alleged against a male and female.Upon the initial knock on the door, Darryl and his partner went back to the car to obtain more information about the male suspect.The next period changed their lives forever.

    EP 110 Danny McMaster "I was Roger Moore"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 75:39


    Welcome to this weeks episode of Just Havin a Crack. This week's gues is impressionist and comedian Danny McMaster.Danny was a talented footballer growing up in the pub life with his dad "Wallaby" Bob McMaster.Dannys career span an era of televison where comeday entertainment pioneered the Australian TV screens. Rugby league new Faces and the iconic Hey Hey it's Saturday.So get yourself a beer, hit play and discover the many voices of Danny McMaster.

    EP 109 Leigh Drennan "We've Got the Chocolates"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2023 58:54


    This week's guest on episode 109 of Just Havin a Crack features Leigh Drennan.Leigh is a very popular figure in Brisbane Club cricket and along with his brother Mitch and Andrew Gode host the very popular podcast series We've got the chocolates. 

    EP 108 Peter McWhinney "Putt For Dough"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2022 69:58


    Happy new year, welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack.Our guest on this episode is Professional Golfer and Cricketer Peter McWhinney.A country lad from the Darling Downs in Queensland till his family moved to rural NSW Peter was a sporting kid. He loved his cricket and football.Boarding at a private school in Sydney Peter twice took 10 wickets in an innings once in the 10'a and 1st XII.Moving back to Queensland to play cricket Peter joined Wests cricket club on the western side of Brisbane.In his first game, he took 10 wickets for the day over two innings, was promoted to second grade, and playing 1st grade.Whilst as Wests he was invited to play golf at Brisbane Golf Club, a club where in 8 months was down to scratch and he eventually became a trainee pro.Listen as Peter describes his time on the Troppo tour here in Queensland, the European tour, the Japanese Tour, and his tassels with the Shark on the Australian circuit.

    Ep 107 "Banger Santa's Little Helper"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2022 6:59


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    EP 106 Mike Procter "Mandela"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 96:26


    Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack. This week's guest is South African all-rounder, coach, and match Referee Mike Procter.Mike growing up in Durban was drawn to all sports but cricket won out.Mike rose to the top of his game at a time when South Africa was unable to compete internationally due to Apartheid.A country divided by what colour your skin was.World Series Cricket, County Cricket, and Currie Cup were Mike's avenues to display his skills.Post-retirement Mike went on to coach South Africa and then become a Match Referee.Mike was involved with the now infamous "Monkey Gate" saga between India and Australia.

    EP 105 David Smerdon "Check Mate"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2022 66:53


    Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack.Our Guest is David Smerdon Grand Master Chess player.David at the time was one of only three Grand Master classified from Australia. Hear how Dave was a move away from beating the world champion and how cheating scandals are rocking the chess world with unusual remote-controlled devices.

    EP 104 Rob Brown "Seriously Funny"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 48:40


    This week's guest on Just Havin a Crack is comedian Rob Brown.It would be fair to say that life experiences have given Rob a whole repertoire of material for his comedy routines.Difficult upbringing, corrections services officer, Iraq security, divorce, and others have all helped shape Rob and who is.

    Ep 103 Ray Phillips "Opportunity Knocks"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 72:12


    Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack.Today's guest Ray Phillps has lived a fortunate life. A life where his love of cricket has taken him to places he never thought were possible.Growing up in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, Ray took his opportunity to play cricket in Queensland where he had a distinguished career. Ray's career spanned World Series Cricket, the rebel tour of South Africa, and the shift from WSC back to the establishment and subsequent tours of England.Spend an hour with us as he hear from Ray and how opportunity knocks.

    Ep 102 Lachie "Hank" Ferguson "CTE"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 65:23


    Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack.Today's guest has led an interesting life, sliding doors life you could say.Lachie "Hank ( to his American Friends)" Ferguson has had a fortunate yet challenging life.Rugby has taken Lachie all over the world as a player and coach. For the past 10 years, Lachie has been coaching in America. Texas no less where "Friday Night Lights",  American Football is a religion. His rugby journey has not been without challenges. Family pressures and a condition which is now prevalent through all Collison sports, CTE, head trauma.Come on this journey with us as we talk to Lachie about his condition, trials and tribulations and his sliding doors moment where he found love.

    EP 101 Evan Bancroft "Rabaul"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 31:11


    Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack.Today we get to share our stories a little more. Banger as you may be aware was living in Rabaul for the early part of his life.Today Banger tells his story of his time in PNG.

    EP 100 Ian Chappell "CHAPPELLI"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2022 83:40


    Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack.With a quick single we bring up our 100th episode of the podcast. Today's guest was one of the most forthright Australian Captains, commentators and lovers of cricket to ever don the baggy green.Ian  Chappell, was at the fore front of the  evelution of Australian and world cricket. The link between the greats like Bradman, Benaud, Lawry, Border, Smith and Cummins.Ian was unbeknown to him st the time having the most significant conversation with Kerry Packer that world cricket had seen. Some may argue it paved the way for what modern cricket has become.Player, commentator and Australian Captain, Ian has always been frank in his analysis of the game he holds so dearly. That can be interpreted in so many different ways.This podcast is unedited in regards to this whole conversation flowing from start to finish and sequences true to the recording.We finished this podcast with the view that Chappelli is one of the deepest thinking selfless people and as he keeps on harping. "You onlu have to look at history. That will tell you"

    EP 99 Pat Welsh "Sliding Doors"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 52:30


    Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack.Today we speak to journalist Pat Welsh. Growing up in Bundaberg Pat was living the life of a country kid in a great family unit.An opportunity to work at the Courier Mail eventually led Pat to move from Bundaberg to Brisbane and take a position up with channel 7.This quickly became Pat's passion, journalism. Pat's career led him to some of the great sporting events all over the world, making friends along the way.Pat's most publisized friendship is with iconic Australian Golfer Greg Norman.Without doubt, Pat's sliding door moment was applying for a job at the courier mail and not getting the position. Without that who knows where he may of landed?

    EP 98 Chris Walker "I'm Just Me"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 61:28


    Welcome to this episode of #JustHavinaCrack. This week we have Queensland Rep and Nrl star Chris Walker.Chris opens up on his NRL career starting with the Broncos and then moving to Sydney clubs and back to the Gold Coast.Chris is known for his Larkin personality. But as you listen through the podcast, Chris is no fool. Very self-aware with a sharp mind.

    EP 97 Luke Feldman "New Ball Cop"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 57:28


    In this episode of Just Havin a Crack, the boys sit down with Qld Bull's and Police Officer Luke Feldman.Luke was a country kid loving his cricket in far north Qld. Policing was his family's legacy and cricket was his passion.Luke was bought to the bright lights of Brisbane by mentor and good mate Joe Dawes.Luke, now a seasoned 1st class and grade cricketer wanted nothing more than to play for QLD. Which he achieved, along with a Sheffield Shield Victory and over 250 wickets.No retired from cricket, Luke is working in the missing person unit with the police. This is a new position for Luke and the role he is embracing in the fashion of his cricket. Get in and do your job, make a difference.

    EP 96 Matt Scullion "Shoot the Moon"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2022 71:36


    Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack.This week the boys chat to Australiana Singer-Songwriter Matty Scullion.Matt has worked with all the big names in the Australian music scene and in particular the country music scene.Names such as Ian Moss (Cold Chisel), Lee Kernaghan, Travis Collins and Amber Lawerance.Golden guitars, records and songs of the year we step into the world of a songwriter.

    Ep 95 Dennis Waite "Calypso Kings"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 69:20


    In this episode of Just Havin a Crack we dive into one of the greatest sporting teams in history. The West Indian cricket teams of the late '70s, '80s and '90s were a powerhouse in world cricket. Ferocious fast bowlers, Cavelier batsman and they could move in the field like panthers.Front and centre was Physical trainer Dennis Waite.Dennis was a talented footballer till injury struck. During a chance meeting with the Australian trainer, he discovered the West Indies required a trainer for their upcoming Australian tour.Dennis with his train hard, play hard attitude soon fitted in and names like Garner, Lloyd, Marshall, Richards, Holding and Haynes not only became friends but family.

    EP 94 David Falkenmire "The Twill & The Willow"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 73:54


    Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack. Today's guest David Falkenmire, was a very talented up and coming cricketer. Representing NSW colts with the great Len Pascoe.David was a typical country kid, residing in Tamworth and growing up in a town he loved. His cricket bought him to Sydney to play but still travelling each time from Tamworth to play club cricket.David started writing for the local paper in Tamworth, a job that he loved.After a conversation with his father, David had to make a decision that would embark him on a journey to Brisbane to take a full-time role as a journalist. This would be the last decision he had to make.David's career covering rugby league and cricket is a distinguished one in the days when people would wait with bated breath to receive the paper to read what was happening locally and internationally.David was front and centre.

    EP 93 Toutai Kefu "Family Faith Footy"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2022 62:15


    Welcome to this week's episode of Just Havin a Crack. Today's guest Toutai Kefu was a hard uncompromising player at number 8 in the halcyon days of Australian Rugby. Our last Bledisloe series victory over the All Blacks, 2 World Cup victories (Kefu played just one due to injury) series-winning victory over the British and Irish Lions.But who would have thought his greatest challenge would be protecting his family from a random break and enter by youths. His family and himself sustained lacerations of varying degrees, hospitalising his wife, son and himself. The family still bear the scars of that night, but they are doing ok.Protecting his family whilst battling with the thought and values of what he was raised with. He didn't want to harm the perpetrators as they were just kids.

    EP 92 Gary Cosier "Bangers Bunny"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 66:38


    This week on Just Havin a Crack we speak to an international cricketer, Gary Cosier.You may remember Gary was featured on the mini-series HOWZAT as one of the few current Australian players not to receive a contract in the World Series Cricket startup.Gary was a member of the Australian side making a 100 on debut at the MCG in front of 70,000 people and his Mum and Dad.Gary was a very talented player from an early age and now runs a successful mindful business amongst other things.

    EP 91 Damian Browne "Hands & Heals"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 46:49


    On this episode of Just Havin a Crack we catch up with retired Jockey Damian Browne. Damian was one of the most respected Horsemen in Australia, riding some of the best horses in Australia and the world.Starting in Christchurch as a trots trainer/driver, Damian after being a fast learner moved to a Gallops Trackwork rider and then into the races.Moving previously to Melbourne from NZ, Damian for a second time with his wife Kim moved to the Qld and didn't return.Working at Glenlogan Park he soon realised he needed to move to the Sunshine Coast to pursue constant rides.Riding over 1200 winners in Australia including group 1's internationally.Weight and the burden of fasting bought about his eventual retirement.

    EP 90 Mikey Webb "Auslan My Language"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 58:14


    Episode 90 features Auslan Coder Mikey Webb. What is Auslan? Auslan is people that communicate with their hands as the majority of them are deaf.Growing up in a family predominantly deaf, Mikey's first language is signing. He feels more comfortable signing than in his second language speech.Mikey's career as an Auslan Coder has become more popular since covid and governments are using Auslan Coders to interpret press conferences. These animated people who are making unusual motions with their hands are communicating with the deaf or hearing impaired.Mikey recently shot to notoriety when he was coding Stephen Miles's press conference and the bird shat on his head during that conference. That footage went viral around the world.Mikey is passionate about his gift and the people that live in his world. A world of silence. You see Mikey's work is helping to bridge the gap in society and at the same time helping those who need a much more inclusive world.

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    Ep 89 Dan & Ed "A Conversation Starter"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 64:19


    In this episode of Just Havin a Crack we speak to the boys from a new funky workwear brand Trade Mutt.These two Aussie Larkin's were not satisfied with just being tradesmen, they wanted more. Working during the day and planning for the future at night. They come up with the concept of making industrial workwear cool.  Cool patterns loud patterns, recognisable patterns to get people talking. Why? because that's where this podcast goes deeper. The boys have a passion to help others and mental health is something they are passionate about.The boys start their own foundation T.I.A.C.S, A mental health service where anyone can ring for help. Help for the better.

    EP 88 Wayne Bettany "Losing Weight"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2022 48:24


    Welcome to this week's episode of Just Havin a CrackToday's guest Wayne Bettany is like a lot of us in life. Extremely active as a younger person but as time goes on the activity reduces and the eating stays the same.Wayne was an exceptionally talented AFL footballer once kicking 32 goals in one game. He reckons to have Jason Dunstall in your team helps.When Wayne stopped playing football the weight started coming on and on and on.Wayne got to 168kg and appeared on national TV in the Biggest Loser to go on his weight loss journey.Leaving the show at 98kg which is a feat in itself, the roller coaster of weight loss/gain started again.But this time much worse.Wayne is on another journey of weight loss. This time starting at 198kg. Following a stroke, Wayne has now made a plan along with personal trainer Shannon from the biggest loser. this is Wayne's story.

    EP 87 Craig Ratcliffe "The Shanghai Boy"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 81:28


    This week's guest on Just Havin a Crack is acclaimed photographer, Craig Ratcliffe.Craig's story involves many different people and layers dating back to the turn of the century in China.Spielberg directed the movie Empire of the Sun. This is the best way to describe this podcast.Of German descent living in Shanghai Craig's great Grandfather was enlisted in the German army in the 1st World war. Little did they know but his Great Grand Father on his mother's side was a Rat of Tubruk.This story spans the reign of Hitler, Nazi assignation in China and migrating to Australia.

    EP 86 Rupert McCall "Green and Gold Malaria"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 73:14


    Today's guest on Just Havin a Crack is Lawyer come poet Jason "Rupert" McCall.Rupert's poems are now folk law amongst everyday Australians, but there is more to his story.Rupert is part of a unique group of people that grew up in Redcliffe where their bonds run deep. Rupert hasn't lost his Redcliffe swagger and his love of his team the Dolphins.The Redcliffe connection when Rupert was going through a difficult time took him on a journey to New York where he recited a poem at Ground Zero in commemoration for the fallen firefighters of the 9/11 disaster.Poetry has given Rupert an avenue to express himself and given situations relevance through words. Starting when poetry was considered cool. Words, expressions and dignity has given Rupert a life less travelled.

    EP 85 Stu Wilson "All Black"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 67:18


    Welcome to this week's episode of Just Havin a Crack.Today we talk to All Black legend Stu Wilson.Stu's story isn't much different to any other All Black, but what Stu does is take you into the realm of the All Blacks and what it takes to be a part of the greatest sporting team in history.Stu delivers his story with passion imagination and great gusto. He is always giving back and not once has he has forgotten where he has come from.

    EP 84 Robert Craddock "Crash"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 73:35


    This week on Just Havin a Crack is acclaimed cricket writer Robert "Crash" Craddock.Crash has spent a lifetime in the corridors of News Paper rooms, dressing sheds, hotel rooms & press conferences.Learning his craft from some of Australia's best journo's. Crash has been a part of the hight;y popular "Back Page" on Fox first with Mike Gibson and now Tony Squires. Cricket and rugby league has been his loves and when Crash had a chance on Fox to host a cricket show he took it with both hands.

    EP 83 Steven Bradbury "A Perfectly Paced Story"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 69:43


    This week on Just Havin a crack we feature Steven Bradbury Gold Medalist at the Salt Lake City Winter Olympics.Some would say the luckiest athlete ever, you all know the story. Well, there is more to that story than you think.Go into the life of a son of a speed skater from Acacia Ridge, the gold medal favourite for the 3 previous Olympic games. A career that spanned 4 Olympic games in the rock n roll event, short course speed skating.Steven wanted gold and be Olympic champion but didn't really chase the notoritity.

    EP 82 Jason Dunstall "Chief, Bounce & 1254 goals"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2022 79:56


    This week on Just Havin a Crack we have Brisbane born and Hawthorn AFL great Jason Dunstall.Jason doesn't do a lot of interviews and we are grateful he chose us to sit down and talk about his life and career with footy and outside of the game.1254 AFL goals, TV personality and ex CEO of the great Hawthrone Football club, Jason a kid from Coorparoo not expecting the world has climbed the highest mountains.

    EP 81 Peter Meares "Never Say No"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 89:55


    This week on Just Havin a Crack our guest is respected commentator journalist Peter Meares.Moving down from Forbes to boarding school, Peter thought he was going to be a professional sportsman. Well, that was until he had that conversation with his father. His dad's words of wisdom were very simple.... your dreaming.Peter applied for a cadetship at the ABC as a commentator, by chance he landed the job. From there Peter worked in Sydney till his journey took him to Tasmania and then Brisbane.All chance appointments.Peter's career is filled with moments in sport where sometimes you just have to pinch yourself. Cricket, Rugby League, Commonwealth Games, Golf and Olympics.Through Television and radio, Peter is one of the most respected figures of his craft.

    EP 80 Mel Johnson "Chappell are you forfeiting"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 76:56


    Today's guest on Just Havin a Crack is a former test cricket umpire Mel Johnson.Mel a  representative schoolboy cricketer for Queensland, went on to play at Easts Cricket Club in Brisbane before injury put pay to his playing days.After too much time at the pub and gambling on the horses, Mel's wife said it was time to get back into cricket. Why don't you try umpiring!Well, Mel went on to become one of Australia's finest test umpires. An era when the game was played hard with massive personalities like the Chappell brothers, Dennis Lillee, Javed Miandad and the might of the West Indies.This is a candid chat with Mel about what happened on the field and off.  Mel is his own man this is his story.

    EP 79 Angelo Venardos "Court is now in session"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 67:55


    Welcome to the new year and our first episode for 2022.This week on Just Havin a Crack we feature Angelo Venardos. Angelo always wanted to be a cop and play football rugby league.Angelo's first posting was Redcliffe Police Station fresh out of the Academy, which he turned up late because he got lost finding the station.As Angelo's career blossomed so did his desire for knowledge. Studying law whilst in the force. Angelo graduated and an opportunity to work in a law firm was offered to him.If you have ever wondered what it is like inside a courtroom or what lawyers do for their clients this is the podcast to listen too.

    EP 78 Boxing Day Test day 3 "Merv Hughes"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2021 76:41


    Who said Test Cricket is dead, Day 2 was one of the most absorbing days cricket played in a long while. The theatre of England clawing their way back into the game and a 1 hour of fast bowling master class from the Australian's tasks the game away.What better guest to have on day 3 but one of Victoria's and Australia's fast bowling legend Merv Hughes.Merv spellbound batsman and the crowd at his beloved MCG. Bay 13 came to life hanging on Merv's every move.

    Ep 77 Boxing Day Test "Neil Harvey"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2021 51:34


    Day 2 of the Boxing Day Test we feature on Just Havin a Crack, Neil Harvey.Neil is the only surviving playing member of the 1948 Invincibles which toured England. Neil is a national treasure and we were thrilled to speak to Neil.

    EP 76 Boxing Day Test "Len Pascoe"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2021 77:41


    It's boxing day test day 1 and what a better way to start the test with Len Pascoe one of the great Australian Fast Bowlers.

    EP 75 Peter Psaltis "Salty"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 66:47


    Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack.This weeks guest is radio and Tv commentator Peter Psaltis.Peter growing up in Brisbane with a strong Greek heritage was a guy that embraced life and sport. Peter loved competing but loved being a part of a team environment more.Peter soon discovered radio and was part of some of the most successful sports and rugby league broadcasts like the "2GB continuos call team" with Ray Hadley, Bob Fulton.With a strong Greek culture, Peter calls high profile rugby league identities such as Nick Politis and Peter V'Landys friends.Peters big break in sports commentary came with the Intrust Rugby League cup here in Brisbane with channel nine.This has now led to his calling full time with the channel nine NRL team.

    EP 74 Grant Menzies "GMT +10:00"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 52:42


    Episode 74 of Just Havin a Crack features the only watchmaking company in Australia.Grant Menzies is a second-generation watchmaker businessman. Adina Watches started making watches in Australia in 1971. Bob Menzies whilst working for Langfords (Rolex Distributer) decided to have a crack at his own brand and make his own product.Now AdinA watches manufacture 40,000 watches a year from Woollongabba Brisbane.Grant and Bob as passionate about their product, making timepieces of quality that can be handed down through generations. Grant doesn't do things by halves, his second passion which he shares with his family is cycle touring. If you think about it and listen to this podcast, Grants passions are very similar. Enjoy the journey, don't forget where you've come from, live the moment and make the memories last.

    Episode 73 Brian Kerle "Alley- Oop"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2021 58:04


    This weeks guest on Just Havin a Crack in some ways helped change the face of Australian Basketball Brian Kerle.Brian represented Australia at the 1972 Munich Olympics when the ill-fated terrorist attack in the Olympic village took place.Brian was a good tennis player through his early childhood before he went to his local PCYC to shoot some hoops.Brian will be remembered most for his days at the  Brisbane Bullets through the early 1980s. In a rugby league mad town, Brian and the bullets became the hottest ticket. Filling the Brisbane Entertainment Centre to capacity regularly. So much so Senator Ron Macaliffe reached out to try and replicate into rugby league.Now in his 70's Brian is still very much involved in basketball his passion.

    EP 72 Adam Slee "Strike a Pose"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2021 58:19


    Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack, episode 72.This weeks guest is Adam Slee.Adam Slee is a nail technician based in the UK, who first discovered his affinity for nail art in his mother's nail salon. Slee started working in the nail industry as a salon employee and educator for Star Nails.In 1997, Adam opened a salon in Spain but returned to the UK shortly after to pursue work for United Beauty Products as the UK & Europe Training Manager. Over two years, Slee trained over 6000 people in all aspects of nail care and assisted Newman Beauty owner Marian Newman on fashion shoots. Following a sabbatical in Ghana, Slee returned to session work and joined Newman's team in 2007. In 2011, Slee was named Rimmel London's first UK Nail Ambassador. Slee has worked with brands such as Chanel, L'Oréal, Mulberry, Net-a-Porter, Nivea, Revlon, Rolex, Samsung, Swarovski, and many more. Slee has also worked with celebrities including Anne Hathaway, Carey Mulligan, Claudia Schiffer, Dakota Fanning, Florence Welch, Georgia May Jagger, Kylie Minogue, Lily Allen and Twiggy.

    EP 71 Jeff Hughes "This Story Australia"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2021 47:44


    This weeks guest ad with the passing of Amisetis day this week, we feature Jeff Hughes. A Candian national who migrated to Australia to follow his heart.Jeff is a storyteller, his subjects are returned service people from the wars of the past. Jeff through his foundation This Story Australia showcase returned service people and their stories of the time during the war.It is a labour of love and dedication of the highest order to bring their stories to life.Through the podcast, we feature clips from Jeff's Documentaries on Artie McCure and Laurie Woods. We thank Jeff and This Story Australia for the use of the clips.

    EP 70 Stuart Kendrick "The Golden Slipper"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2021 53:24


    This weeks guest on Just Havin a Crack is successful Qld horse trainer Stuart Kendrick.Stuart grew up in country Queensland (Mackay) Stuart didn't have a horse background. Through country shows and friends, he develops an interest in Arabian Horses. That was the start of a life dedicated to the equine industry and horse racing.Stuart now is nationally recognised as one of the finest horsemen going around, winning Sunshine Coast trainer of the year multiple times.

    EP 69 Jeff Thomson "Two-up"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 63:44


    This week on Just Havin a Crack we have arguably the worlds fastest-ever bowler, Jeff Thomson.Jeff or Thommo as he was known struck fear into every batsman worldwide. He was frighteningly quick. Even the great West Indian teams of the '70s and early 80's respected Jeff and the bowler he was. Paired with Dennis Lillie they were one of the most feared opening bowing attacks the world has seen.Jeff is frank, he calls a spade a spade. He doesn't mince his words. He is a humble man who hasn't forgotten his past and the mates he has made along the way.

    EP 68 Tim Franklin "Walter Mitty"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 53:39


    Hi, welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack. Today we talk to Tim Franklin, Tim is on a journey to set the world record for running around the world.Tim by his own admission had his struggles with weight and the party life. He had a successful career as a Lawyer. Tim wasn't satisfied and wanted more.Tim decided one day to go for a run. That lasted 2hrs and not very many kilometres till he had to ring his mother to come and get him. He was spent. But from that day, Tim has run ever since. Discovering a new high, the endorphins you get from exercise. He now has a passion to get more people moving and with that comes his big adventure.Tim is running around the world.

    EP 67 Phil Parker "Going, Going, Gone"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2021 49:27


    Welcome to episode 67 of Just Havin a Crack. This week we speak to one of Australia's best property Auctioneer Phil Parker.Growing up in Parkes NSW,  Phil drove a milk truck for a living.  With a chance opportunity and meeting George Hadgelias Phil began his real estate career and then Auctioning.Phil has always been a fast-talking, fast-living guy. Meeting past guest Mark Burgess transformed his life. Now with some 38000 auctions under his belt. Phil talks about auctioneering, Family and his love of Ray White.

    EP 66 Mark "Chopper" Bill Clinton

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2021 50:40


    This week on Just Havin a Crack we talk with well known Brisbane fitness coach Mark "Chopper" Burgess. Chopper to those who know him has lived an extraordinary life.  Growing up in the Southern Suburbs of Brisbane where life was tuff, Chopper soon learnt to look after himself.Joining the police force chopper ran into a situation where the baddy turned the table on him and gave him a touch-up.That changed Choppers life, he then dedicated his life to discipline, health and fitness..That's where his journey starts.

    EP 65 Jonathan Brown "The Lion King"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2021 61:18


    Welcome to episode 65 of Just Havin a Crack,  this week, we feature the great Jonathan Brown. Browny was just recruited to the Brisbane Lions under the father-son rule as the club pushed to their first of three premierships.Browny was big raw-boned and regarded as one of the most powerful players to don a jurnsey.After the three premierships, Browny went on to have one of the most decorated careers in the AFL.

    Ep 64 Campbell Dews "ZULU"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 48:38


    When you think of Brisbane First grade rugby league in the late 70's early 80's rugby league was a tough game. A game played for men. No tougher place to play in Brisbane was Bishop Park or Bash Up Park to opposition sides.The mighty Norths Devils had a history in Brisbane rugby league similar to St George in Sydney.With names like Motassa, Bishop, Bax, Churchill, Murry, Draper & Brohman to name a few. Norths has a proud heritage.Then came 1979 a tall raw bone man from Cronulla with the nickname of Zulu arrived.Who would have thought that in 1980 and years to come after that, people will talk of the character Campbell "Zulu" DewsEven time Campbell ran the ball, the grounds would fill with Zulu ZuluThis is his story

    EP 63 Lee Carseldine "Survivor"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2021 77:13


    Episode 63 of Just Havin a Crack features, Valley's and first-class cricketer, Media personality and drone flyer Lee Carseldine.Lee story is quite unique. it's about accepting what you have done and what you can do. throughout the podcast, you will learn that Lee accepts life as a journey. Through the good times and bad.Lee is truly one of the best humans on the planet.

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