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RIP Gary Johnston - Jaycar Founder
EEVblog:
RIP gary, he was only 71.
Always wanted to interview him, should have taken the chance :(
https://www.smh.com.au/national/jaycar-founder-gary-johnston-dies-after-a-short-illness-20210311-p579x3.html
EEVblog:
Here is Karl's interview with him:
VK3DRB:
According to the news article he was only diagnosed with mesothelioma two weeks ago. Now, that is a short illness.
I have been exposed to asbestos a few times in my electronics career. The most dangerous was at Siemens in Richmond, Melbourne where the asbestos fibre was literally falling from the ceiling onto office workers.
julian1:
Great interview. He is incredibly generous with his insights on the factors that contribute to his business success.
The stories about parts scavenging, first discovering radio are great too.
Brumby:
I heard of his passing on the news last night. I was stunned.
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