Chiming In - Steve Gillis, Player Manager

Craig Field could be considered one of the most polarising figures in rugby league.The diminutive halfback was told he was to small to ever play NRL yet went onto to play in 183 games - representing South Sydney, Manly and the Wests Tigers.Fast forward to today and Field is putting his life back together after being sentenced to 10 years jail for the manslaughter of a man following a fight outside the Kingscliff Hotel on July 15, 2012.In this episode of Chiming In, Field talks candidly about the day his life changed forever and his efforts to ensure people learn from his mistakes.He also reflects on a football career which saw him debut for Souths as a 17-year-old, play for Manly in the 1997 grand final and later become part of a Wests Tigers outfit that was full of talent but failed to fire.00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights02:04 – Released from prison02:53 – What is doing today06:09 – Craig coaching07:33 – Growing up08:24 – Starting League13:59 – Rabbitohs false start16:44 – Souths debut20:42 – Form flatlining21:44 – 1994 “arrival” as a player23:44 – Rough time growing up26:12 – Blowing cash & regrets29:09 – Balancing passion and gifts as a coach33:30 – Credit to grassroots volunteers39:32 – Tenure at Tigers42:49 – Trouble with alcohol & drugs46:36 – John Hopoate incident49:04 – Kingscliff Hotel jailing53:22 – Police arrest01:01:39 – Motivational speaking

He’s regarded one of the kindest, most humble and hard working people in rugby league.Jason Clark is the first to admit he wasn’t the most gifted individual yet he boasts an NRL premiership and English Challenge Cup trophy among his finest achievements.After a stellar 10 year stint with the Rabbitohs, Clark packed up the family and moved to England before putting the finishing touches on his career playing First Division in France.Today, the former South Sydney lock forward, has returned to where it all began and now works as a Football Manager with the mighty Rabbitohs.This interview will enlighten you as Clark shares the secrets of his success, the struggles he’s had to overcome and thrills and spills along the way.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights02:02 – What is a Football Manager?05:10 – Welfare role06:18 – FM disasters10:58 – Travel for football teams13:15 – Flights after serious injury15:56 – Wearing the blue shirt19:00 – Meals on the road21:55 – What players can and can’t wear23:44 – Johnny Sutton as a blue shirt24:36 – Jason’s career27:53 – Debut31:13 – 2014 GF win37:01 – Leaving Souths41:23 – Joining Warrington Wolves45:55 – Playing in France53:18 – Souths in 2026

Eddie Jones is one of the most polarising coaches world rugby. He has been head coach of three international rugby union teams - Australia, England and Japan. It’s a unique notch in his belt.But it’s his love for rugby league which often catches people by surprise.Growing up in La Perouse, Jones was an avid South Sydney Rabbitohs supporter and played rugby league as a youngster. One season as a kid, Jones went and watched every Souths game - home and away.And while a switch of codes took him to greatness and world recognition, Jones today remains engrossed in the NRL and his love and passion for the game have never wained.In this episode of Chiming In, Jones gives us an exclusive insight into why he remains an avid NRL fan.He shares with us his top five rugby league stars who would make it in rugby and also tips us a couple of rugby stars who could just as easily switch to the NRL.Jones also confirms how he still harbours a dream to be involved in the NRL either as a coach of Club administrator before he retires from sport.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights02:10 - Growing up with League04:25 - Randwick Rugby05:20 - Getting into coaching06:40 - HC at 3 different nations08:57 - Top 5 NRL to Union players12:22 - Top 5 Union to League players15:49 - What rugby has that league doesn't19:19 - R36021:02 - Zac Lomax23:10 - Rugby in Japan28:56 - Wallabies in 202632:45 - Money in Union34:03 - Wallabies 2023 'mistake'38:05 - Coaching NRL43:39 - Coaching England46:20 - Ball in play in NRL & Union49:29 - League vs Union refs50:28 - Being a teacher52:50 - Japan retirement53:39 - Sacking from Wallabies57:10 - Joey Johns to Union

Every youngster who laces a boot, dreams of debuting in the NRL and forging a career in the big time.While so many fail to make the cut, there is an incredible amount of players who debuted yet only ever play just ONE game. South Sydney’s Mick Bernie is one such player but he wouldn’t swap his moment for anything. And while Michael Buettner boats a truckload of NRL appearances, he too fits the one game wonder category after making one-off appearances for NSW and Australia.With the help of masterful statistician David Middleton, this episode of Chiming In takes you inside the world of the one game wonders.Hear how Berne remembers his debut as one of the best days of his life while Buettner still proudly showcases the jumpers and memories which can never be erased.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights01:37 – David intro 02:58 – David’s books 04:03 – How stats have changed 05:43 – One NRL game players 10:03 – Median number for NRL players 11:30 – Cam Smith’s record 12:58 – “New” stats to the game14:59 – Mick Byrne intro 16:11 – Hearing “you’re in” 19:32 – The big game 26:18 – David's stats on Origin 30:37 – Cam Smith dominance 33:55 – Origin stats are different 36:42 – Michael Beuttner intro 38:49 – “Cattle Dog” call 44:19 – North Sydney Bears memories 47:11 – David on Test footy 50:17 – One Test players 54:34 – Michael Buettner on his one Test

TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights04:20 - Fiji Flag  05:30 - Storm losing players  09:25 - Storm lost their bite?  11:42 - Golden Boot winner  15:02 - Injuries as a kid  21:52 - Tigers player swap  25:17 - Origin debut  26:43 - Best ever Hooker?  29:04 - Social media danger  31:05 - Craig Bellamy  33:45 - Storm army camp  38:53 - AFL vs NRL  40:30 - Captaincy  43:07 - Grand Finals  49:01 - Hobbies  54:47 - Advice for kids  56:05 - Rapid fire questions  

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 - Start00:04 - Highlights04:08 – First memories of the race track04:53 – Start in media11:39 – Married for 58 years14:14 – Wide World of Sports16:29 – Kerry Packer’s bookie23:18 – The 12th Man28:45 – Love for NRL33:04 – Great mates with Ray Warren36:50 – How bookmaking has changed40:58 – Mateship with PVL42:34 – Jockeys & Trainers46:04 – Melbourne Cups56:56 – Writing a book

At just 21-years-old, Max Jorgensen has already played 20 Test matches for the Wallabies.Chased by NRL clubs, the talented youngster recently committed to Australian Rugby for five years.Only two players - Michael Hooper and Loti Tuqiri - have previously signed similar long term deals.Jorgensen’s decision to pledge his allegiance to rugby is just the beginning. In the episode of Chiming in, Jorgensen talks about his love for the game, his desire to help Australian Rugby become super successful and the reason why he turned his back on rugby league.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights01:17 - 5 year deal04:38 - Peter Jorgensen05:38 - Back to the beginning09:11 - Lure to rugby union13:13 - Training with Roosters17:18 - Wallabies in WC20:07 - Injury woes25:11 - Test debut27:48 - Best coaches29:39 - Code hoppers32:45 - Try against England42:54 - Shute Shield44:01 - Playing NRL45:42 - R360

Cam McInnes is a rugby league warrior.Often photographed at the end of a match will a bloody face and missing teeth, the NSW State of Origin representative concession 2026 will be his swan song at the club.And with a premiership window well and truly at Cronulla, McInnes is hoping to go out on a high.Soon to return from reconstructive knee surgery, McInnes speaks openly about the recovery process, his plans for the future and why this could be the Year of the Shark.He tells of his bumpy relationship with Russell Crow and how he was shown the door at his previous club St George Illawarra.McInnes explains his plans to play for another few seasons and shares his thoughts on what might be on offer.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:05 - Highlights01:36 - Off contract at Sharks04:00 - ACL injury update07:24 - Signing with Perth Bears12:02 - Inside word on PNG16:14 - Cam's TED Talk17:50 - Mum & dad school teachers21:33 - Cam's tackle record26:37 - Tension at Bunnies34:23 - Booted by Dragons45:41 - Moving to Sharks48:05 - Fight with Russell Crowe52:20 - Cam as a father58:25 - Playing Origin