Legends with Bevo

Legends with Bevo

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/bevan-jones/subscribe On Legends with Bevo, I go one-on-one with interesting and notable guests in the world of sport and entertainment as well as people doing incredible things in the community. On Sports Legends with Bevo superstars of sport tell of their inspiring highs to heartbreaking lows, and all the giggles in between. On Comedy Legends with Bevo we hear from comedy legends and up and comers as they share wild tales of touring the world, to touring the broken down pubs of Australia.

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March 8, 2025 5 secs

Join host Bevan Jones as he sits down with guest Nick Hodgson for an unforgettable dive into the wild world of backyard adventures. In this episode, they share hilarious DIY shed mishaps, epic cricket battles, and nostalgic family moments that capture the true spirit of Australian backyard life. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or just love a good yarn, pull up a deck chair and enjoy these legendary tales.

 

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In this captivating episode of Backyard Legends, host Bevan Jones sits down with soccer star Marcos Flores to explore his inspiring journey from local fields to international acclaim. Marcos shares intimate insights about his early passion for the game, the obstacles he overcame, and the defining moments that propelled him into the world of professional soccer. Whether you're a die-hard soccer fan or an aspiring athlete, this conve...

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In this episode, comedian Jarryd Goundrey takes us on his unique journey from serving in the Australian Army to making people laugh on stage. He shares how military discipline unexpectedly shaped his approach to comedy, the struggles of transitioning into the entertainment industry, and the moments that inspired his stand-up material.

Jarryd opens up about the challenges of finding his voice in comedy, the lessons he learned from b...

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In this episode of Backyard Legends, host Bevan Jones sits down with former AFL player Rudi Mandemaker. They discuss Rudi's journey from a small town in Victoria to the big leagues of Australian football, his love for various sports, and his recent health scare. Rudi shares stories from his childhood, his experiences growing up with two older brothers, and how he stays active and enjoys his backyard today. Tune in for an inspiring ...

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In this episode of "Backyard Legends with Bevo,", Bevo sits down with Ben Porter to discuss his incredible journey. Ben shares stories about his father's legacy in the SANFL, growing up in a family divided by football loyalties, and his own love for the game. From childhood memories of visiting the change rooms at Broadview Oval to the intense rivalries within his family, Ben's tales are both heartwarming and entertaining. Tune in ...

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Join us on this episode of Backyard Legends as we sit down with Todd Ley, a former professional tennis player, and coach. Todd opens up about his life, sharing stories about his time on the court, his transition from playing to coaching, and his involvement in Thanasi Kokkinakis's career. He discusses the highs of winning tournaments, including Thanasi's maiden ATP title, and the lows of personal struggles. Todd also gives us a raw...

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Tom Damin, a barbecue enthusiast, shares his expertise and passion for barbecue in this engaging conversation. He delves into the world of pellet grills, highlighting their ability to provide precise temperature control and a seamless barbecue experience. With the accompanying app, users can access a wealth of resources, including recipe instructions and predicted cook times.   Throughout the conversation, Tom's enthusiasm for b...
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Join Australian comedian Biddy O'Loughlin for a candid and hilarious conversation about her life, career, and family. As the daughter of famous comedian Fiona O'Loughlin, Biddy grew up surrounded by laughter and the spotlight. But she's forged her own path in the comedy world, tackling tough topics and navigating controversy along the way.   In this episode, Biddy opens up about her experiences as a comedian, from performing at ...
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In this hilarious episode of Backyard Legends with Bevo, we're joined by comedian and writer Titus O'Reily. Titus shares some sidesplitting stories from his childhood, including his BMX-riding adventures, the freedom of growing up in the bush (now a leafy suburb), and the blissful ignorance of parents who didn't worry where you were, as long as you were home for dinner. He also reminisces about the good old days of 20 kids playing ...

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November 30, 2024 29 mins
Join Bevo on this episode of Backyard Legends as he chats with Todd Perry, a 6-time ATP champion and former Australian professional tennis player. We take a trip down memory lane and explore Todd's journey, from his childhood love of sport to his successful tennis career. We talk about his experiences playing tennis as a young boy, his time in Europe, and his passion for coaching at the Todd Perry Tennis Academy. Plus, we share so...
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I was recently joined for a very special Legends With Bevo live on Facebook by the human juggernaut of getting it all done and cheering on the green and gold, Lisa Curry AO MBE. Married to Australia’s most well-known Elvis Presley impersonator, Mark Tabone, the face of online wellness, Happy Healthy You, motivational speaker, author, lover of chocolate, mother of Australian Ironman, Jett Kenny, grandmother of three and keeper of ...

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Join us on Legends With Bevo for a conversation with Jason 'Richo' Richardson who is one of the greats in Australian sports commentary. Richo tells us about his sports crazy childhood, his thrilling win in the 1993 Stawell Gift and how a job in sunglasses sales sparked his career into sports commentary.

Along the way he reflects on his time as a track and field competitor, the heartwarming story of how he met his wife, Kate Ande...

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Absolutely thrilled to have had Dr. Mark 'Ralfey' Ralfe, a highly respected sports GP, on Legends with Bevo recently.

Ralfey currently works at the Wakefield Sports and Exercise Medicine Clinic and has worked at several high level sports organisations including the GWS Giants, Cricket Australia, Australia Rugby, Australian Football Federation of Football plus more.

We delved deep into critical topics like concussion in sport and th...

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Exciting times for Port Adelaide Football Club fans! Young draftee, Tom Anastasopoulos, has played some great footy in the SANFL in his first season at the Magpies and shown he has a bright future.

Living with fellow draftee and good mate Lachie Charleson, Tom is embracing the challenges and joys of his new journey. Their friendship is a testament to the strong team culture at Port Adelaide.

We can't wait to see these two young gu...

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Thrilled to share my latest interview with six-time Olympian and champion cyclist Stuart O'Grady!

From his incredible journey through the Olympics to winning some of the toughest races in the world, Stuart opened up about his career highlights, challenges, and what drives his passion for cycling.

Whether you're a cycling enthusiast or just love inspiring stories, you won't want to miss this one. Check it out and get inspired by ...

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What a pleasure it was to recently have AFL Hall of Famer and four-time premiership star John Platten on the sports version of Legends with Bevo.

We reflected on Platts' amazing career which also included a Brownlow Medal and Magarey Medal to his name plus several other accolades.

From dazzling us on the field with his fearless play to being a key figure in the Hawthorn Football Club glory days and the amazing career he had at Cent...

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It was fantastic to recently be joined by the incredibly talented jockey Jess Eaton and her fiancé and Racing.com television presenter James Tzaferis.Jess has been blazing trails on the track with her fearless riding and unstoppable determination.

Her recent victories are a testament to her hard work and passion for the sport. 🏆James, with his charismatic presence and incredible knowledge of horse racing, brings the excitement of...

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I recently had an inspiring interview with Sean Baker, the incredible co-owner of PEAQ Performance!

Sean shared his journey of transforming his gym from just a handful of members to a thriving community of over 600 fitness enthusiasts!

From innovative training programs to fostering a supportive environment, Sean's dedication and passion for helping others achieve their fitness goals are truly remarkable.

Sean also revealed his s...

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It was a pleasure to catch up with my good mate and the extremely talented Jarryd Goundrey earlier this year on Comedy Legends with Bevo.

We spoke about the challenges that Jarryd had faced with taking a punt and giving up his day job to be a stand up comedian, the relationship with fellow comedian Hannah Sainty and how they help each other out and Jarryd shared some hilarious stories about what it's been like doing his first Austr...

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In one of my favourite ever interviews it was a delight to interview one of the greatest rugby league players of all time, Wally ‘The King’ Lewis.

We spoke about some of the characters and best players that Wally played with, what it was like to captain Australia and Queensland in the State of Origin and he shared some hilarious stories about growing up with sports mad siblings.

We also discussed Wally’s brain injury diagnosis and ...

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