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…

Welcome to this episode of Just Havin a Crack Chris 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 va…

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 par…

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 ico…

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. Follow us on FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/toombuldistrictcricketclub Instagram https://www.instagr…

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 w…

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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 co…

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. Follow us on …

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. Follow us on FaceBook https://www.facebook.co…

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 Wo…

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 …

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. Follow us on FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/toombuldistrictcricketclub Instagram https://www.instagram.com/toombuldcc…

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 …

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, jou…

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 sha…

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 gra…

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 s…

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 Waight. Dennis was a…

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 t…

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…

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 peo…

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. …

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 popula…

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, r…

Welcome to this week's episode of Just Havin a Crack Today'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 tea…

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…

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. …

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…

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 n…

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. …

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 Coorparo…

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 …

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 do…

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 blossom…

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 Hug…

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. Follow us on FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/toombuldistrictcricketclub Instagram https://www.instagram.com/toombuldc…

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. Follow us on FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/toombuldistrictcricketclub Instagram https://www.instagram.com/toombuldccBy AWESO Insurance

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 …

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…

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 hoop…

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 retu…

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 th…

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 natio…

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 fear…

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…

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…

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 tur…

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, Brow…

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, Bisho…