Kerry O'Brien is a veteran journalist with a reputation as a hard-nosed political interviewer. Since quitting his job with the public broadcaster, Kerry has softened his tough exterior, and is free to express his own opinion.

In this episode of Neil Mitchell Asks Why, Kerry shares why:

He got kicked out of school and never made it to university

He's still passionate about Australian politics

He almost joined the army

Nelson Mandela was the greatest political leader of his time

Truth in journalism matters

There is still racism in Australia

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