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Kenny Callander. Placing bets for Packer, punting with Bob Hawke, and rugby league!
Description
Ken Callander is an Australian national treasure.
The legendary media personality warmed the hearts of millions of Aussies while successfully forging a career in print, television and the radio industry.
In this episode of Chiming In, Kenny shares some hilarious stories about his rise to fame from humble beginnings.
Highly respected, innovative and with a wicked sense of humour, Kenny reflects on numerous short stories which will entertain you from start to finish.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start
00:04 - Highlights
04:08 – First memories of the race track
04:53 – Start in media
11:39 – Married for 58 years
14:14 – Wide World of Sports
16:29 – Kerry Packer’s bookie
23:18 – The 12th Man
28:45 – Love for NRL
33:04 – Great mates with Ray Warren
36:50 – How bookmaking has changed
40:58 – Mateship with PVL
42:34 – Jockeys & Trainers
46:04 – Melbourne Cups
56:56 – Writing a book
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