Danny Weidler has been a rugby league journalist and television reporter for almost 40 years.

It’s been a crazy journey which has seen him experience plenty of highs and lows in the industry.

Recruited by Channel 9 chief David Gyngell, Weidler changed the way rugby league news was reported on TV - earning himself a reputation as hard nosed reporter who constantly broke big news stories.

In a very revealing and honest assessment of his career, Weidler explains what makes a good story, how he has made some enemies and what drives him to keep going.

It’s a fascinating listen as Weidler opens up on his life and love for rugby league.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

01:07 - How Danny got into journalism

06:52 - The art of cold calling

12:05 - Fall outs with Gus Gould

15:39 - Sonny Bill & Anthony Mundine

20:08 - Making enemies

23:39 - Big stories broken

35:02 - Trailblazer into TV journalism

43:57 - Being in the inner sanctum

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.