Chiming In - Steve Gillis, Player Manager

As a teenager the talented journalist could be found sitting on the hill whenever the St George Dragons had a home game at Kogarah Oval.After falling in love with the game, Pitt reveals how she navigated a pathway into the media and hasn’t looked back.Highly respected and well liked, Lara Pitt has become a household name in journalism since linking with Fox Sports almost 20 years ago.In this episode of Chiming In, she shares her journey, her plans for the future and what it’s like working in what was once regard a male dominated industry.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start01:47 - How Lara got into RL05:41 - Conflict when supporting a team06:45 - Moving in front of the camera11:00 - Weekly schedule for an RL journo13:19 - Hosting Dally M14:12 - Press conference challenges20:13 - Dressing rooms as a female26:39 - Getting barred by players & coaches27:47 - Mentors in the game29:21 - Women in League31:12 - Lara's family life36:44 - Love for Vossy41:32 - Growth of the women's game45:33 - Lara's charity work48:02 - Tips for young journos

Every rugby league player has a story but few have overcome more humble beginnings than dashing try scoring winger Ricky Walford.Born and raised in Western NSW, Walford became a household name in the 1980s, plying his trade with Eastern Suburbs, North Sydney and St George.In this episode of Chiming In, Walford talks openly about a his journey after being raised on a mission before finding his way to the bright lights of Sydney.The way he articulates the challenges he overcame to get to the top will inspire you.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start02:18 - Back to the beginning07:22 - Growing up in Walgett 10:24 - Getting professional with footy15:13 - Making Australian Schoolboys18:54 - The defining phone call27:21 - Joining North Sydney Bears30:53 - Moving to Dragons40:02 - Roy Masters as a coach41:01 - State of Origin & injury43:36 - '92 & '93 GF appearances45:46 - Tina Turner commercial48:42 - Ricky Walford Shield competition51:21 - Working for NSWRL

Brad Clyde can’t hide his excitement as his beloved Canberra Raiders storm towards their first premiership since 1994.The former champion lock forward knows better than most what it takes to win a competition.Rated as one of the best players of all time, Clyde burst onto the rugby league scene in the late 1980s before becoming a household name through the 1990s.He played in three grand finals and was awarded the Clive Churchill medal on two occasions. He played a key role in Canberra’s 1989 grand final win over Balmain - which is regarded by many as the greatest grand final of all time.In this episode of Chiming In, Clyde shares his thoughts on Canberra’s amazing charge to the top of the ladder this year and explains why his former team-mate Ricky Stuart was always going to become a super coach.He also talks about his amazing career and some of the incredible characters he met along the way.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start01:25 - Raiders in 202502:00 - 2 x Clive Churchill medalist03:40 - Sam Backo passing05:28 - Being a movie star07:26 - Tina Turner advert09:00 - Horse riding accident11:20 - Early days & AFL13:55 - First grade debut18:50 - 1989 GF memories22:16 - 1994 GF memories25:25 - Comparing past & present Raiders28:29 - Canberra creating Super Coaches33:25 - Moving to Bulldogs36:57 - New corporate role41:07 - Captaincy for Raiders & Australia44:47 - Family of League Foundation49:10 - Concessions for one club players

Bob McCarthy is considered one of the greatest rugby league players of all time.He’s captained Australia, won premierships for Souths and was made a Member of the British Empire for his services to the sport.In this episode of Chiming In, McCarthy shares stories of the Rabbitohs’ glory days where he played alongside greats like John Sattler, John O’Neill, Mike Cleary and Eric Simms.He also speaks openly about the day he and his wife Judy almost lost their lives in the Black Summer bushfires in 2020.A wonderful storyteller and an outstanding sportsman, McCarthy will entertain you about footy from yesteryear.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start03:11 - Back to the beginning10:55 - 'Brutal game back then'11:50 - South Sydney's mighty era15:10 - Famous 1967 intercept17:49 - Coached by Clive Churchill19:50 - Rabbitohs super side23:08 - 'Unlosable' 1969 GF29:00 - John Sattler breaking his jaw38:42 - Meeting Judy40:15 - Huge losses in the fires46:15 - Being sent off52:18 - Coaching career01:00:15 - Highlight of career

Todd Carney was once the undisputed Bad Boy of the NRL.Constantly in trouble with police, sacked by clubs and deregistered by the game - Carney struggled with an alcohol addiction and constantly found trouble.But things have changed.Two and a half years ago, the former Dally M Winner decided he needed help and checked himself into rehab in a desperate bid to save his relationship with partner Susie.Today Todd Carney is living a healthy and happy life - giving back to the game and helping others.In this episode of Chiming In, the former Canberra, Sydney Rooster and Cronulla star, shares his journey in a polarising discussion - leaving no stone unturned.

Jada Taylor announced herself to the rugby league world on June 23, 2022 when she ran from try line to try line to score a game breaking try for NSW against Queensland in an Under 19s match.If you haven’t seen it - you should google it.Millions of fans viewed the try both here and abroad - even movie star Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson acknowledged her achievement.FanaticsTV viewers might have already met Jada Taylor on Kenty Blitz, Footy For Real or Fox Sports where she is making a name for herself as an emerging media talent.But who is this bubbly and energetic young lady who is regarded one of the most promising players in the NRLW.On this episode of Chiming In, Jada Taylor shares her story. You will be entertained from start to finish as she takes a light hearted look at her career and her plans for the future.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start02:09 - Jada's famous try09:10 - Origin camp10:29 - Female heroes in league16:49 - Growing up with RL26:43 - Working in the media28:18 - Women going full time in RL31:49 - Jada's numerous injuries34:33 - Pregnancy & the professional game40:32 - Playing rugby sevens48:50 - Fast questions