Today on the podcast I have one of the key ingredients to 'Neighbours' success over the last 37 years. It is casting legend, Jan Russ!

Jan has been at the top of the the appreciation list when it comes to many of the actors who have walked the streets of Ramsey St. 

The actors who were cast by Jan loved her enthusiasm for the show and her undeniable love of actors. If you had a meeting with Jan you never forgot it - as she always found a way to add some value to the careers and the minds of the hopefuls who stood before her.

Responsible for the initial cast and the ongoing series for decades - her credits include, Kylie Minogue, Guy Pierse, (all three Hemsworths), Maggot Robbie and that is just a small handful of names who found their career origin story at 'Neighbours.'

We will talk everything casting, the backstory to Neighbours, early trials and tribulations, what Jan would look for in an actor and what she thinks of the soap coming to an end. 

However, let's get started with this celebration of neighbours I would like to welcome Jan Russ to TV Reload!

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