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The Unplayable Podcast
TAS preview: Charlie Wakim making the most of his 'sliding doors' moment
Season 8, Ep. 3
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If you want to jump straight to the chat with Charlie Wakim, head to 3:15.
In the interview, Wakim talks about his fortuitous start to last summer, what clicked on his way to a career-best year, Tasmania's recruits and plenty more.
He even gives a little insight into his rarely-seen offies!
Before that, Josh Schonafinger talks through the squad changes for the team from the apple isle.
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