Show Notes
This week Brian and Harrison intro the show with some general chit-chat; they preview the 2026 AFL Season, talk about BT being 'back at work', dive into the Taylor family annual cricket match and plenty more.
In this episode of Life of Brain, we’re joined by one of Australia’s most recognisable sports broadcasters and storytellers, Hamish McLachlan.
From calling the biggest moments in AFL, tennis and the Olympic Games to navigating life behind the microphone, Hamish shares the experiences, lessons and mindset that have shaped his career both on and off the screen. We dive into the pressure of live television, the art of connecting with audiences, the evolving media landscape, and what success really looks like beyond the spotlight. We also unpack the McLachlan's rural farming roots in South Australia, how that's shaped Hamish and his own parenting style.
It’s an honest and entertaining conversation covering sport, media, family, ambition and the moments that really matter in life.
We thoroughly enjoyed this conversation, we hope you do as well.
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