Best Nathan and Ivan Podcasts (2025)

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Tension's Running High E55 - International footy, 10 years since Ivan was tired 36:24

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It's been a decade since Gus Gould sacked Ivan Cleary for sleeping on the job. Can you believe what's happened since then?Plus the boys discuss international footy and play a round of a new game.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E54 - Are Panthers fans sore losers? 58:34

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Tension's Running High E53 - Mad Monday! 40:39

12d ago40:39

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Troy and Nathan unpack the end of Penrith's season following the loss to the Broncos.The boys look back on the year that was, and hear from Ivan and Nathan Cleary.Plus looking ahead to Sunday's Grand Final.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E52 - Panthers v Broncos Preview, Grand Final Training Session news 36:54

22d ago36:54

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Troy and Nathan preview the Preliminary Final between Penrith and Brisbane.Plus we reveal news about a Grand Final week training session should the Panthers make it.And why is Ivan Cleary still lacking the respect he deserves?By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E51 - Moses Leota joins us, Panthers v Bulldogs preview 39:52

24d ago39:52

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Panthers prop Moses Leota joins us ahead of his 200th NRL game.Plus Troy and Nathan preview Sunday's showdown between the Panthers and Bulldogs at Accor Stadium.And what do the boys make of the Preliminary Final schedule?By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E50 - Blaize Talagi chat + Merv Cartwright Medal wrap-up 48:06

1M ago48:06

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In our 50th episode, we chat to Panthers five-eighth Blaize Talagi.Plus Troy and Nathan review the Merv Cartwright Medal, and preview the Finals showdown between Penrith and the Warriors.And the boys give their verdict on Teddy Swims being announced as this year's Grand Final entertainment.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E49 - Nathan Cleary joins the podcast 55:53

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We chat with Nathan Cleary ahead of the Finals, and he reveals the future of that much talked about headgear.Troy and Nathan also preview Penrith's clash with the Dragons, and chat about some journalist feuds!By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E48 - Ivan's wild plan, plus the State Government is still pulling our leg over new stadium 48:37

2M ago48:37

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Troy and Nathan discuss Penrith's crazy Finals strategy.Plus the State Government has the blinkers on when it comes to the new stadium. And Troy's final thoughts from Mudgee.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E47 - Nathan's bus ban, Panthers v Raiders preview 38:59

2M ago38:59

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Nathan tell us why he nearly turned into a pumpkin after the Panthers v Storm match.We preview the Panthers v Raiders showdown in Mudgee, plus look back at our favourite 90s footy memories.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E46 - Liam Martin joins us, and the Panthers are in the top four! 45:18

2M ago45:18

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Liam Martin joins us to talk about Penrith's showdown with Melbourne.Plus we chat about Penrith staying in the top four, and play a round of 'how much is it on eBay?'By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E45 - Dissecting trainer-gate 34:29

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Troy and Nathan discuss all the drama surrounding THAT incident involving a Panthers trainer, plus we preview Friday night's clash between Penrith and Newcastle.And we've run the ladder predictor and reveal our final top eights!By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E44 - Casey McLean joins us 52:44

3M ago52:44

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Rising Panthers superstar Casey McLean joins us. Plus we play round three of Panthers trivia!By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E43 - Panthers v Tigers Preview, Panthers Trivia Game II 39:19

3M ago39:19

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Troy and Nathan go head-to-head in another round of Panthers trivia.Plus the boys preview the big clash between the Panthers and Tigers on Saturday.And a Grand Final prediction!By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E42 - Panthers v Souths preview, Introducing Dodds Ball! 48:45

3M ago48:45

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Troy and Nathan preview Friday night's showdown between Penrith and South Sydney.Plus Troy reveals the perfect solution to the Origin scheduling dilemma.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E41 - Panthers v Eels preview 38:01

3M ago38:01

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Troy and Nathan preview the showdown between Penrith and Parramatta.Plus a final word on Origin III, and we reflect on the passing of former Panthers Director Greg Evans.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E40 - Trading cards from the past & Emily puts the boys to the test 56:49

4M ago56:49

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Troy and Nathan go back in time and open trading cards from the past.Plus Emily gives the boys a quiz - and you won't believe the question that stumped Doddsy!And we re-live that epic win by Penrith over Canterbury in Round 17.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E39 - Panthers v Bulldogs preview + A Special Giveaway 37:02

4M ago37:02

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Troy and Nathan preview the epic showdown between Penrith and Canterbury this week.Plus one lucky listener will win a bottle of Fourpeat Spiced Rum!By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E38 - Matt Eisenhuth joins us, plus our awkward journalism moments 55:33

4M ago55:33

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Matt Eisenhuth joins us ahead of Penrith's clash with the Warriors on Saturday.Plus Troy and Nathan discuss some of our most awkward journalism moments - involving the likes of Pat Cummins, Phil Gould, Tim Grant and Luke Lewis!By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E37 - Brian Fletcher quits, Panthers stalk the Top 8 38:53

4M ago38:53

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Troy and Nathan offer some insight into CEO Brian Fletcher's decision to stand down from the Panthers.Plus we we recap Penrith's win over the Wests Tigers, as the Panthers chase down an unlikely Finals berth.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E36 - Nathan Cleary to rugby? 35:59

4M ago35:59

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Troy and Nathan discuss those rugby union rumours related to Nathan Cleary.Plus we preview Sunday's showdown between the Panthers and Tigers at CommBank Stadium.And what would you like to see out of a new rugby league video game?By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E35 - Gus at it again, Panthers v Eels preview 39:52

5M ago39:52

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We jump in to the Phil Gould v Michael Chammas argument with our own Gus stories. Plus we preview Panthers v Eels this Sunday, and a last minute look at the State of Origin.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E34 - Team list chaos, Nathan in enemy territory 37:44

5M ago37:44

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The team list for Penrith's clash against Newcastle lands... or does it. Plus Nathan in enemy territory, and why this Origin period is so important for the Panthers.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E33 - Slippery balls and famous Penrith draws 35:50

5M ago35:50

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Troy and Nathan discuss the drama over Shane Elford squirting balls with water in Townsville, plus after the 30-all draw with the Cowboys we look back on other famous Panthers draws.We also discuss Las Vegas 2026 and reflect on Penrith's season so far.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E32 - Ivan & Nathan Cleary contract news + Panthers v Cowboys preview 48:57

5M ago48:57

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Troy starts the show with some fresh news about Ivan and Nathan Cleary.We preview the Panthers v Cowboys showdown - the 50th meeting between the two clubs.Plus what items would you want to see in a Panthers Museum?By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E31 - Liam Martin on Penrith's slump, Magic Round preview 41:52

6M ago41:52

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Panthers Premiership winner Liam Martin joins us to chat about what's going wrong at the Panthers, plus we preview Magic Round. And just when you think nothing else can go wrong, the Panther Bus springs a leak!By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E30 - Troy's epic Penrith Stadium blow-up, plus Isaiah Papali'i joins us 46:11

6M ago46:11

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Troy blows his top over the Penrith Stadium upgrade and the current renders for the new venue. It's a must-listen rant!Isaiah Papali'i joins us for a chat and Troy and Nathan dissect Penrith's win over the Roosters, and Saturday night's clash with Manly.Plus our favourite rugby league smells.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E29 - Luke Garner joins us, Penrith v Roosters preview 40:09

6M ago40:09

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Luke Garner joins us ahead of the Panthers v Roosters showdown on Saturday night.The boys talk about Penrith's current woes and what can be done to reverse the form. Plus they predict the 2025 Grand Finalists based on the first six rounds.And why is Troy constantly test driving cars and annoying the team over at Penrith City Automotive?…

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Tension's Running High E28 - Panthers v Dolphins preview, MG v Brandy 44:47

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Troy and Nathan try to figure out what's going wrong at the foot of the Mountains. Plus we preview Thursday night's clash between the Panthers and Dolphins.And who has had the better career - MG or Brandy? We debate who's on top in football, business and media.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E27 - Isaah Yeo's 250th, Panthers v Cowboys preview 38:51

7M ago38:51

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We celebrate Isaah Yeo ahead of his 250th NRL game, plus preview Penrith's crucial clash with North Queensland.Did we fall for any April Fool's Day jokes? And we break down the future of the NRL's tv rights.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E26 - Moses Leota joins us, Panthers v Rabbitohs preview 43:55

7M ago43:55

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Panthers four-time Premiership-winning prop Moses Leota joins us for a chat. The boys preview the Panthers v Rabbitohs showdown and try to figure out what's going on with Penrith's defence.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E25 - The CommBank Conundrum 51:58

7M ago51:58

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In this special edition, Troy and Nathan break down the challenges confronting Penrith at CommBank Stadium. From train delays to parking issues and more, how do the Panthers not shed fans and crowds? Plus, why was Ivan Cleary so cranky today?By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E24 - Panthers settle in at CommBank, is Penrith's depth bubble bursting? 48:38

7M ago48:38

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Troy and Nathan preview Friday night's clash between Penrith and the Roosters. Plus, the evidence that Penrith's depth bubble may be bursting. We go off topic on a Foxtel discussion, and demand the return of the Graham Annesley Monday press briefing!By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E023 - Troy's Vegas Voice, Sin City wrapped 38:36

7M ago38:36

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Troy is back from Vegas and he has the voice to prove it. We wrap up everything Sin City, and discuss how Penrith will get back into week-to-week footy after the spectacular win over the Sharks.By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E22 - Live from Nashville 14:00

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Tension's Running High E22 - Live from Nashville by Western WeekenderBy Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E21 - Liam Henry joins us, plus a week until Vegas! 41:12

8M ago41:12

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Liam Henry joins us to talk about his stellar 2024 season and what 2025 has in store. Plus we discuss everything leading up to Las Vegas, and will Nathan Cleary be a one-club player?By Western Weekender

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Tension's Running High E20 - A Penrith Stadium exclusive, plus Troy's wild 2025 prediction 52:21

8M ago52:21

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We drop some exclusive news about the Penrith Stadium upgrade, plus the boys chat about last week's pre-season game against Canberra and the lack of game time big players will have before Las Vegas.And Troy Dodds has a wild prediction about Penrith's 2025 season.By Western Weekender

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Hall of Famers Podcast w/ Maddy Smith & Ivan Decker Ep 45 1:07:38

8M ago1:07:38

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IT's The Relaunch!!!! The podcast is back on all streaming platforms with a Re-Brand. This is the Hall of Famers Podcast. Where we explore all thing that make people Hall of Famers, or something like that. The first Episode of the re-boot is all about JFL Vancouver which runs Feb 13th to 23rd across Vancouver. The fine folks set up two interviews f…

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Tension's Running High E019 - The footy's back, Vegas looms 43:30

8M ago43:30

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Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor return with a fresh season of Tension's Running High.The boys preview the new NRL season, look at this weekend's trial against Canberra and break down the upcoming Las Vegas mission.By Western Weekender

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Ready For Takeoff - Margy Osmond 16:33

10M ago16:33

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A special limited podcast series presented by The Western Weekender and Western Sydney Publishing Group.Margy Osmond, CEO of the Tourism & Transport Forum Australia, joins us to talk about the impact of the airport on sectors she advocates for.By Western Weekender

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Ready For Takeoff - David Borger 21:13

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A special limited podcast series presented by The Western Weekender and Western Sydney Publishing Group.David Borger - Executive Director, Business Western Sydney, chats about the impact the airport will have on the business community in the west, and Sydney more broadly.By Western Weekender

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Ready For Takeoff - Anthea Hammon 21:25

10M ago21:25

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A special limited podcast series presented by The Western Weekender and Western Sydney Publishing Group.Anthea Hammon - Managing Director of Scenic World - explains how the new airport will boost tourism in western Sydney and beyond.By Western Weekender

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Ready For Takeoff - Matt Dufty & Tom McCormack 27:28

10M ago27:28

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A special limited podcast series presented by The Western Weekender and Western Sydney Publishing Group.Matt Duffy - Chief Operating Officer, and Tom McCormack - Chief Technology Officer, at Western Sydney International Airport explain their roles and achievements with the project, and how they will bring the airport to life.…

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Ready For Takeoff - Katy Hannouch And Royston Douglas 20:46

10M ago20:46

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A special limited podcast series presented by The Western Weekender and Western Sydney Publishing Group.Katy Hannouch - GM Community Engagement, and Royston Douglas - GM First Nations Engagement, at Western Sydney International Airport explain their roles and achievements with the project.By Western Weekender

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Ready For Takeoff - Simon Hickey 27:44

10M ago27:44

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A special limited podcast series presented by The Western Weekender and Western Sydney Publishing Group.Simon Hickey, CEO of Western Sydney International Airport, talks about what the airport will mean for the west, and why it's an exciting time.By Western Weekender

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On The Record - Heath Davis 48:08

10M ago48:08

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Born and bred in western Sydney, Heath Davis went from Western Weekender journalist to top Australian filmmaker.He's the man behind hits such as Broke, Book Week and the recent festive smash, Christmess.Heath chats to us about what inspires his movies, the issues facing the Australian film industry and reveals what's next.…

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On The Record - Max Cowan 59:17

10M ago59:17

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When Panthers became the 'World of Entertainment' in the 1990s, Max Cowan was the marketing genius working his magic behind the scenes.His father Roger - Panthers CEO for 40 years - left an incredible legacy, and ensured the Cowan name was synonymous with both Panthers and Penrith.In this first episode of On The Record's fourth season, Max opens up…

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On The Record - Jim Penman 51:21

11M ago51:21

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As the founder and CEO of Jim’s Group, Jim Penman created one of the biggest franchising businesses in the world.A passionate, dedicated and unique business person, Jim joins us to share insights into what drives success and happiness.With many Jim’s franchises in Penrith, the business has come a long way from the early days of Penman himself mowin…

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On The Record - Luke Priddis 56:32

11M ago56:32

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2003 Panthers Grand Final hero Luke Priddis opens up about his rugby league career, including his fractured relationship with NRL super coach Wayne Bennett.He also reveals how he almost left Penrith at the end of the 2004 season, and speaks about his life after football - including with the Luke Priddis Foundation.It's a fascinating chat with some …

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On The Record - David Bradbury 1:06:49

11M ago1:06:49

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David Bradbury was Penrith's youngest ever Mayor, then became the Federal Lindsay MP and rose through the ranks of Australian politics.Now back in Australia working with KPMG, David talks about his time in politics, his decade working in Paris and why he loves being back in Penrith.And he answers an inevitable question: would he ever make a politic…

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On The Record - Karen McKeown 40:30

11M ago40:30

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From humble beginnings, Karen McKeown has shown strength and preservice throughout her life - and now sits as the State Member for Penrith.Karen speaks about growing up not knowing her mother and being raised by her beloved grandmother, about her schooling and university and how she first got into politics.She gives us an insight into both Council …

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