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July 7, 2023 90 mins

Talking Prisoner Cell Block H  EP 52 Interview with Susan Guerin Barbara Fields

Welcome to Talking Prisoner Episode 52! Join hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten as they sit down with Susan Guerin, famous for her role as the memorable inmate Barbara Fields in Prisoner. Susan contributed her talents to 26 unforgettable episodes in 1982, ending her journey with the series finale of the year. Beyond Prisoner, Susan has made notable appearances in Sara Dane, Cop Shop, and the TV movie, Robbery Under Arms.

In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Susan opens up about her life journey, from her childhood in South Australia to managing her mother's mental illness. She candidly discusses her successful venture as a restaurant owner and her career transition into nursing after acting. Susan's rich and varied career also includes her time in radio plays and her experience landing the role of Barbara Fields on the iconic Australian show, Prisoner.

Dive deep into Susan's experience on Prisoner, as she shares the behind-the-scenes of the audition process, working with the legendary cast including Val Lehman, Maggie Kirkpatrick, Colette Mann, Wayne Jaratt, and Sheila Florance. Listen as Susan reflects on her character, Barbara, her weekly commute to Melbourne for shooting the show, and a hilarious anecdote about Sheila Florance.

The episode is jam-packed with details about Susan's involvement in the dramatic fire episodes of Prisoner, her relationship with co-star Anna Hruby, and the reasons behind her exit from the show. As always, we've included fan questions, all answered by Susan herself.

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