From the archive: When Clive James joined Ross and John in 2003

Ross: What are you doing consenting to coming into joints like this at 8am in the morning?

Clive James: I have to be honest about it: I’m hustling.

And so began an interview with the iconic Australian author, critic and broadcaster on 3AW Breakfast in 2003.

We uncovered the delightful chat after learning about his death, aged 80.

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Cultural giant gone: Ross and John recall the impact of Clive James

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