Ever wondered why so many Australians pay homage to Phar Lap the racehorse at Melbourne Museum? Is your knowledge of Phar Lap simply that he lived fast, died young and left a beautiful corpse? Here is your opportunity to get versed up with Jackie Kerin, the author of Phar Lap the Wonder Horse.

Incidentally, Phar Lap’s skeleton is exhibited at Te Papa Museum in New Zealand, his preserved heart is at the National Museum in Canberra and his beautiful hide is on display at Melbourne Museum, but his tale (irresistible pun intended) is right here.

Championing your trivia quiz cause, Dr Andi

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Phar Lap at Melbourne Museum, photo by Earl Carter | Jockey Silks, Telford Colours, worn by Phar Lap’s jockey in the 1930s, photo by John Broomfield | Storyteller and author Jackie Kerin in her finest racewear, photo courtesy of Jackie Kerrin

Show notes

Voices

Jackie Kerin – author, actor and storyteller (http://www.jackiekerin.com.au/)

Production

Dr Andi Horvath – Senior Curator, Museum Victoria
Arch Cuthbertson – Podcast Recording Services