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#51 - Ant Robinson (Simply the Guest)
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Simply the Guest this week is Ant Robinson! A football (soccer) fan from way back, Ant has had a storied career behind the camera working across multiple sports and networks. Currently playing a key role in Stan Sports coverage of the upcoming British & Irish Lions tour, Ant has previously worked at Fox Sports and the A-League, helping to bring to life some iconic Australian sporting events, including the Matildas' 2023 Home World Cup campaign. He also shares one of the all time stories that features the Webb Ellis Cup.
00:00 Intro.
02:04 Ant's origin story as a sport fan.
06:59 Going to the World Cups to watch the Socceroos.
14:28 Wanting to work in sport.
20:25 Working with the Matildas in 2023.
30:15 Working with the Wallabies at Stan.
54:08 When Ant had the Webb Ellis Cup at his house overnight.
57:23 A fun little quiz-based game!
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