Chiming In - Steve Gillis, Player Manager

Talented halfback Sean O’Sullivan fits the saying “rugby league journeyman” better than most.

At just 27 years of age, O’Sullivan has played NRL for six clubs - Roosters, Broncos, Warriors, Panthers, Dolphins and now the Bulldogs.

A hard working and skilful player, O’Sullivan has had to overcome multiple setbacks to make it to the top.

O’Sullivan is the son of leading recruitment manager Peter O’Sullivan and has been around the game since he can remember. His knowledge is undeniable. His passion second to none.

In this episode of Chiming In, O’Sullivan shares his childhood memories and how his dream of playing at the highest level came to fruition.

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start
00:04 - Highlights
01:14 – New Club
02:51 – Son of a RL recruiter
10:10 – Dad moves to Roosters
12:06 – Footy takes off
15:18 – Dark times through injury
17:02 – Elite schoolboy player
18:28 – Signing with Roosters
22:48 – Signing with Broncos
27:57 – Signing with Warriors
31:14 – Moving to Penrith
35:46 – Moving to Dolphins
44:11 – Bulldogs
52:17 – Studying MBA
57:57 – Sean’s family

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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 - Start
00:04 - Highlights
01:37 – 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 game
14:59 – 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
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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 - Start
00:04 - Highlights
04:08 – First memories of the race track
04:53 – Start in media
11:39 – Married for 58 years
14:14 – Wide World of Sports
16:29 – Kerry Packer’s bookie
23:18 – The 12th Man
28:45 – Love for NRL
33:04 – Great mates with Ray Warren
36:50 – How bookmaking has changed
40:58 – Mateship with PVL
42:34 – Jockeys & Trainers
46:04 – Melbourne Cups
56:56 – Writing a book
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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 - Start
00:04 - Highlights
01:17 - 5 year deal
04:38 - Peter Jorgensen
05:38 - Back to the beginning
09:11 - Lure to rugby union
13:13 - Training with Roosters
17:18 - Wallabies in WC
20:07 - Injury woes
25:11 - Test debut
27:48 - Best coaches
29:39 - Code hoppers
32:45 - Try against England
42:54 - Shute Shield
44:01 - Playing NRL
45:42 - R360
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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 - Start
00:05 - Highlights
01:36 - Off contract at Sharks
04:00 - ACL injury update
07:24 - Signing with Perth Bears
12:02 - Inside word on PNG
16:14 - Cam's TED Talk
17:50 - Mum & dad school teachers
21:33 - Cam's tackle record
26:37 - Tension at Bunnies
34:23 - Booted by Dragons
45:41 - Moving to Sharks
48:05 - Fight with Russell Crowe
52:20 - Cam as a father
58:25 - Playing Origin
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