Phil Gifford is a writer, broadcaster and raconteur who has authored or ghost written countless sporting novels and whose knowledge of rugby, in particular, is unparalleled.
He has hosted or co-hosted successful breakfast radio shows in both Auckland and Christchurch and even had a stint presenting network Television sport.
What might surprise you is that his knowledge of music actually rivals his sporting knowledge - he shares some of his favourite books, music, films and tv shows with us on Bookmarks
Sports journalist, Phil Gifford, fronts up for Bookmarks. Photo: celebrityspeakers.co.nz