LGBTIQA+ Community Archives - JOY Drive Smart, Fun Radio Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:28:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.7 JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities episodic JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities JOY Melbourne Inc. All Music and Lyrics reproduced in this podcast are licensed for use through APRA-AMCOS and/or PPCA and/or directly with artists JOY Melbourne Inc. All Music and Lyrics reproduced in this podcast are licensed for use through APRA-AMCOS and/or PPCA and/or directly with artists podcast LGBTIQA+ Community Archives - JOY Drive https://joy.org.au/joydrive/wp-content/uploads/sites/489/2024/02/JOY-Drive-Podcast-Cover-Image-2024-V4-2.png https://joy.org.au/joydrive/category/lgbtiqa-community/ Weekly Ingrid Stitt: Pill Testing at the Midsumma Festival’s 2026 Pride Street Party https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2026/01/02/ingrid-stitt-pill-testing-at-the-midsumma-festivals-2026-pride-street-party/ Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:28:51 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6899 For the first time, Victoria’s mobile pill testing service will be trialled at a street festival, rolling out to the 2026 Pride Street Party as part of Midsumma Festival. Minister...

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]]> For the first time, Victoria’s mobile pill testing service will be trialled at a street festival, rolling out to the 2026 Pride Street Party as part of Midsumma Festival. Minister Ingrid Stitt explains why Pride Street Party is the right place for this trial, what pill testing looks like on the day, and why confidentiality is key to making harm reduction work.

Guest: Ingrid Stitt, Victoria’s Minister for Mental Health

Presenter: Con Keramitsis

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 12:34 Commissioner Joe Ball: Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Ahead Together https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/12/21/commissioner-joe-ball-reflecting-on-2025-and-looking-ahead-together/ Sun, 21 Dec 2025 03:02:40 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6851 As 2025 winds down, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTQIA+ Communities Joe Ball reflects on loss, resilience and the emotional weight many communities are carrying. We explore the mood across LGBTQIA+ communities...

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]]> As 2025 winds down, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTQIA+ Communities Joe Ball reflects on loss, resilience and the emotional weight many communities are carrying. We explore the mood across LGBTQIA+ communities and where connection has held strong.

Guest: Joe Ball, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTQIA+ Communities

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 29:37 Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – Heated Rivalry https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/12/21/suzy-wrong-tv-series-review-heated-rivalry/ Sun, 21 Dec 2025 03:00:52 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6849 Heated Rivalry explores attraction shaped by power, pride and emotional restraint. Suzy Wrong unpacks why stories of rivalry, delayed gratification, and unresolved longing remain so compelling. Guest: Suzy Wrong Presenter:...

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]]> Heated Rivalry explores attraction shaped by power, pride and emotional restraint. Suzy Wrong unpacks why stories of rivalry, delayed gratification, and unresolved longing remain so compelling.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 13:10 Conrad Browne: JOY’s ‘Out Takes’ 10 Year Anniversary https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/12/21/conrad-browne-jouys-out-takes-ten-year-anniversary/ Sun, 21 Dec 2025 02:54:05 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6841 JOY’s ‘Out Takes’ marks its 10th anniversary, celebrating a decade of queer film and television. Co-host Conrad Browne looks back on standout moments, memorable guests and how the show has...

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]]> JOY’s ‘Out Takes’ marks its 10th anniversary, celebrating a decade of queer film and television. Co-host Conrad Browne looks back on standout moments, memorable guests and how the show has evolved alongside the media landscape.

Guest: Conrad Browne, Co-host, Out Takes

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:35 Professor Paula Gerber: Social Media Ban and Queer Young People https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/12/14/professor-paula-gerber-social-media-ban-and-queer-young-people/ Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:44:38 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6815 The Australian Government’s new laws banning social media access for under-16s raise serious questions about safety, rights and unintended harm. Professor Paula Gerber examines what social media actually means for...

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]]> The Australian Government’s new laws banning social media access for under-16s raise serious questions about safety, rights and unintended harm. Professor Paula Gerber examines what social media actually means for queer young people, particularly those without support at home or in their community.

Guest: Professor Paula Gerber, Paula Gerber, Legal Scholar and Human Rights Advocate, Monash University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 9:47 Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – Pluribus https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/12/14/suzy-wrong-tv-series-review-pluribus/ Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:48:56 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6799 The Apple TV+ series Pluribus imagines a world where conflict is gone, but individuality comes at a price. Film reviewer Suzy Wrong explores the show’s themes of forced happiness, consent...

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]]> The Apple TV+ series Pluribus imagines a world where conflict is gone, but individuality comes at a price. Film reviewer Suzy Wrong explores the show’s themes of forced happiness, consent and what it means to remain separate in a hive-mind society.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 14:49 Alexandra Lopes: Transgender Pelvic Health https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/12/14/alexandra-lopes-transgender-pelvic-health-and-gender-affirming-care/ Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:42:50 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6791 Gender-affirming care can involve hormones, surgery and everyday practices that shape pelvic health across different stages of life. Alexandra Lopes explains what transgender pelvic health looks like in practice and...

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]]> Gender-affirming care can involve hormones, surgery and everyday practices that shape pelvic health across different stages of life. Alexandra Lopes explains what transgender pelvic health looks like in practice and why understanding it helps build safer, more connected communities.

Guest: Alexandra Lopes, Director, Pelvic Health Melbourne

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 11:22 Suzy Wrong: Film Review – Come See Me in the Good Light https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/12/14/suzy-wrong-film-review-come-see-me-in-the-good-light/ Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:51:55 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6761 The documentary ‘Come See Me in the Good Light’ follows poet and activist Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley as they navigate love, creativity and mortality after a terminal cancer diagnosis....

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]]> The documentary ‘Come See Me in the Good Light’ follows poet and activist Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley as they navigate love, creativity and mortality after a terminal cancer diagnosis. Film reviewer Suzy Wrong reflects on how the documentary approaches grief, intimacy and meaning, and why it resonates so deeply.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 14:21 Lizzie Maughan: Social Media Ban and the Impact on Trans Teens https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/12/14/lizzie-maughan-social-media-bans-and-the-impact-on-trans-teens/ Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:50:22 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6758 Australia’s new social media age restrictions are raising questions about safety, access and unintended consequences for young people. Lizzie Maughan shares insights from research listening to trans teens about how...

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]]> Australia’s new social media age restrictions are raising questions about safety, access and unintended consequences for young people. Lizzie Maughan shares insights from research listening to trans teens about how online spaces support identity, learning and belonging.

Guest: Lizzie Maughan, Research Assistant, UniSA Education Futures, University of South Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 9:12 Judy Frecker: Fairfield Hospital and the AIDS Memorial Garden https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/12/14/judy-frecker-fairfield-hospital-and-the-aids-memorial-garden/ Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:47:52 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6754 Before treatments transformed HIV, Fairfield Infectious Diseases Hospital stood at the centre of Victoria’s AIDS response, holding both heartbreak and humanity. HIV Clinical Nurse Consultant Judy Frecker reflects on caring...

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]]> Before treatments transformed HIV, Fairfield Infectious Diseases Hospital stood at the centre of Victoria’s AIDS response, holding both heartbreak and humanity. HIV Clinical Nurse Consultant Judy Frecker reflects on caring for patients in the earliest days of the epidemic, the meaning of the AIDS Memorial Garden, and the legacy Fairfield still carries on World AIDS Day.

Guest: Judy Frecker, HIV Clinical Nurse Consultant

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 16:35 Adjunct Professor James McMahon: The Future of HIV Treatments and Prevention https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/12/14/adjunct-professor-james-mcmahon-the-future-of-hiv-treatments-and-prevention/ Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:46:48 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6752 On World AIDS Day, we take a clear-eyed look at where HIV science stands today, from modern treatments to long-acting prevention and cure research. Adjunct Professor James McMahon unpacks what...

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]]> On World AIDS Day, we take a clear-eyed look at where HIV science stands today, from modern treatments to long-acting prevention and cure research. Adjunct Professor James McMahon unpacks what has changed, what is coming next, and why this moment matters for the future of HIV care and community confidence.

Guest: Adjunct Professor James McMahon, Head of Clinical Research Unit, Alfred Hospital and Monash University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 14:07 David O’Keeffe: World AIDS Day 2025 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/12/14/david-okeeffe-world-aids-day-2025/ Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:41:31 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6736 Ahead of the Official Community Launch for World AIDS Day 2025, we reflect on this year’s theme and what it means for people living with HIV today. David O’Keeffe shares...

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]]> Ahead of the Official Community Launch for World AIDS Day 2025, we reflect on this year’s theme and what it means for people living with HIV today. David O’Keeffe shares how visibility, connection and lived experience continue to shape awareness, challenge stigma and build hope for the future.

Guest: David O’Keeffe, Positive Speakers Bureau Coordinator, Living Positive Victoria

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 8:56 Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – Boots https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/11/26/suzy-wrong-tv-series-review-boots/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:57:18 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6713 Suzy Wrong reviews Netflix’s Boots, which dives into big life pivots, belonging, and the fear of being “too late”. Guest: Suzy Wrong Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> Suzy Wrong reviews Netflix’s Boots, which dives into big life pivots, belonging, and the fear of being “too late”.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 18:30 Dr James Gardiner: How School Exemptions Shape LGBTQIA+ Students’ Lives https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/11/26/dr-james-gardiner-how-school-exemptions-shape-lgbtqia-students-lives/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:49:33 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6705 Religious schools can still legally discriminate against LGBTQIA+ students and staff, creating a confusing and sometimes harmful landscape for young people navigating both faith and identity. Dr James Gardiner shares...

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]]> Religious schools can still legally discriminate against LGBTQIA+ students and staff, creating a confusing and sometimes harmful landscape for young people navigating both faith and identity. Dr James Gardiner shares what teens told him about pressure, belonging and the supports that changed everything.

Guest: Dr James Gardiner, Research Associate at Western Sydney University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 12:50 Commissioner Joe Ball: Trans Day of Remembrance https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/11/23/commissioner-joe-ball-trans-day-of-remembrance/ Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:29:00 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6681 On Trans Day of Remembrance, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities, Joe Ball, reflects on loss, resilience and the everyday actions that make communities safer. Joe explains how inclusion, solidarity and...

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]]> On Trans Day of Remembrance, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities, Joe Ball, reflects on loss, resilience and the everyday actions that make communities safer. Joe explains how inclusion, solidarity and visibility shape both remembrance and the broader fight against gender-based and family violence.

Guest: Joe Ball, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 19:54 Suzy Wrong: Film Review — A Good Child https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/11/23/suzy-wrong-a-good-child/ Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:00:36 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6662 Singaporean film A Good Child is a tender exploration of dementia, drag and unexpected connection. Critic and creator Suzy Wrong reflects on how the story of a drag performer posing...

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]]> Singaporean film A Good Child is a tender exploration of dementia, drag and unexpected connection. Critic and creator Suzy Wrong reflects on how the story of a drag performer posing as his mother’s daughter becomes a powerful portrait of healing across generations.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 18:20 Simone Kelly: Transform Transwear and Gender-Affirming Design https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/11/16/simone-kelly-transform-transwear-and-gender-affirming-design/ Sun, 16 Nov 2025 11:19:23 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6624 A Melbourne Awards finalist, Transform Transwear crafts gender-affirming apparel with community at its heart. Founder Simone Kelly on comfort, collaboration and the confidence good design unlocks. Guest: Simone Kelly, Founder,...

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]]> A Melbourne Awards finalist, Transform Transwear crafts gender-affirming apparel with community at its heart. Founder Simone Kelly on comfort, collaboration and the confidence good design unlocks.

Guest: Simone Kelly, Founder, Transform Transwear

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 6:22 Son Vivienne: 2025 Trans Awareness Week https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/11/16/son-vivienne-2025-trans-awareness-week/ Sun, 16 Nov 2025 11:12:45 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6615 For the 2025 Trans Awareness Week, a cemetery gathering becomes a space for remembrance, visibility and care. Son Vivienne shares the meaning behind “Honouring with Pride” and how to be...

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]]> For the 2025 Trans Awareness Week, a cemetery gathering becomes a space for remembrance, visibility and care. Son Vivienne shares the meaning behind “Honouring with Pride” and how to be an everyday ally.

Guest: Son Vivienne, Chief Executive Officer, Transgender Victoria

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:20 Professor Paula Gerber: Tasmania’s Historic Compensation for Past Homosexuality Convictions https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/11/16/professor-paula-gerber-tasmanias-historic-compensation-for-past-convictions/ Sun, 16 Nov 2025 11:10:42 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6612 Tasmania will compensate people convicted under historic homosexuality laws, which is an Australian first. Professor Paula Gerber explains how the scheme was built and why acknowledgement still matters. Guest: Professor...

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]]> Tasmania will compensate people convicted under historic homosexuality laws, which is an Australian first. Professor Paula Gerber explains how the scheme was built and why acknowledgement still matters.

Guest: Professor Paula Gerber, Legal Scholar and Human Rights Advocate, Monash University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 8:52 Suzy Wrong: Film Review — Queer as Punk https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/11/16/suzy-wrong-film-review-queer-as-punk/ Sun, 16 Nov 2025 11:08:21 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6610 Raw, fearless and loud, Queer as Punk centres defiant visibility under hostile laws. Suzy Wrong reflects on faith, family and the stubborn joy that powers survival. Guest: Suzy Wrong Presenter:...

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]]> Raw, fearless and loud, Queer as Punk centres defiant visibility under hostile laws. Suzy Wrong reflects on faith, family and the stubborn joy that powers survival.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 18:45 David Martin Harris: Celebrating Queer Storytelling at the Melbourne Awards https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/11/07/david-martin-harris-celebrating-queer-storytelling-at-the-melbourne-awards/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 23:14:29 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6570 The Melbourne Queer Film Festival has been named a finalist in this year’s Melbourne Awards, recognising its role as a cultural force for connection, creativity and visibility. CEO David Martin...

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]]> The Melbourne Queer Film Festival has been named a finalist in this year’s Melbourne Awards, recognising its role as a cultural force for connection, creativity and visibility.
CEO David Martin Harris joins us to reflect on what the honour means for the team, the evolution of queer cinema, and how the festival continues to amplify voices and stories that shape our community.

Guest: David Martin Harris, Chief Executive Officer, Melbourne Queer Film Festival

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:35 Jesse Matheson: 2026 Mardi Gras Launch https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/11/07/jesse-matheson-2026-mardi-gras-launch/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 23:11:29 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6568 The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras has dropped its 2026 program, with more than 80 events celebrating connection, creativity and pride. From the Parade and Fair Day to new...

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]]> The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras has dropped its 2026 program, with more than 80 events celebrating connection, creativity and pride. From the Parade and Fair Day to new performances and venues across the city, this year’s festival is set to be bigger than ever.
Interim CEO Jesse Matheson shares the stories behind the new theme, the return of iconic moments, and what’s in store for next February.

Guest: Jesse Matheson, Interim CEO, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 13:35 Bree (Tinkerbell): Hella Queen 2025 – Welcome to the Jungle https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/11/01/bree-tinkerbell-hella-queen-2025-welcome-to-the-jungle/ Sat, 01 Nov 2025 01:15:20 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6532 It’s wild, it’s fierce, and it’s back! Hella Queen 2025: Welcome to the Jungle is taking over Section 8 this Cup Eve. It will be a full day of drag,...

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]]> It’s wild, it’s fierce, and it’s back! Hella Queen 2025: Welcome to the Jungle is taking over Section 8 this Cup Eve. It will be a full day of drag, dance, and unapologetic queer joy. Bree aka Tinkerbell from the House of Diesel joined JOY Drive to spill what’s in store: the looks, the lip-syncs, the chaos, and the community that makes this night such a Melbourne favourite.

Guest: Bree aka Tinkerbell, House of Diesel

Presenter: Andy Mac

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 7:14 LowRez: Big Voices, Bigger Hearts – Melbourne’s Men’s Choir in Full Voice https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/23/lowrez-big-voices-bigger-hearts-melbournes-mens-choir-in-full-voice/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:46:31 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6515 They’re bold, brilliant and brimming with joy. Members Gary Wilson, Colin Gudgeon and Beau-Luke from LowRez join us to preview their upcoming concert and celebrate how music and mateship create...

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]]> They’re bold, brilliant and brimming with joy. Members Gary Wilson, Colin Gudgeon and Beau-Luke from LowRez join us to preview their upcoming concert and celebrate how music and mateship create community.

Performing on 15th November 2025 at the Phoenix Theatre, Elwood College

Guests: Gary Wilson, Colin Gudgeon and Beau-Luke, LowRez Men’s Choir

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 6:52 Joel Parker: Thorne Harbour Health Leads the Mpox Fight https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/23/joel-parker-thorne-harbour-health-leads-the-mpox-fight/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:41:20 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6511 When mpox hit Melbourne, Thorne Harbour Health moved fast… pop-up vaccination clinics, zero-barrier access and community-driven messaging saved lives and built trust. Joel Parker joins us to reflect on the...

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]]> When mpox hit Melbourne, Thorne Harbour Health moved fast… pop-up vaccination clinics, zero-barrier access and community-driven messaging saved lives and built trust. Joel Parker joins us to reflect on the campaign that’s now a finalist for the LGBTIQA+ Melbourne Award.

Guest: Joel Parker, Communications Coordinator, Thorne Harbour Health

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 4:42 Bob Downe: Choose Bob! 40 Ridiculous Years of Polyester and Pop https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/23/bob-downe-choose-bob-40-ridiculous-years-of-polyester-and-pop/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:31:55 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6506 The bouffant is back! After 40 fabulous years of laughter, glitter and good times, Bob Downe celebrates his milestone show CHOOSE BOB! packed with 80s bangers, sequins, and stories from...

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]]> The bouffant is back! After 40 fabulous years of laughter, glitter and good times, Bob Downe celebrates his milestone show CHOOSE BOB! packed with 80s bangers, sequins, and stories from his glittering career. He chats about joy, reinvention, and the art of staying fabulous forever.

Guest: Bob Downe, Comedian, Singer & Entertainer

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full Suzy Wrong: Film Review — Sunflower https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/23/suzy-wrong-film-review-sunflower/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:21:57 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6496 Sunflower captures the ache and beauty of self-discovery, and Suzy Wrong joined JOY Drive to unpack it. From outer-suburban silence to moments of recognition and tenderness, Suzy reflects on how...

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]]> Sunflower captures the ache and beauty of self-discovery, and Suzy Wrong joined JOY Drive to unpack it. From outer-suburban silence to moments of recognition and tenderness, Suzy reflects on how Sunflower mirrors the queer experience, the power of small gestures, and the maturing of Australian queer cinema.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 16:38 Dr Jeremie Bracka: Reckoning With LGBTQIA+ Hate Crimes and Healing https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/23/dr-jeremie-bracka-reckoning-with-lgbtqia-hate-crimes-and-healing/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:17:04 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6489 For too long, LGBTIQA+ hate crimes in Victoria went ignored or unpunished. Now, Dr Jeremie Bracka from RMIT’s School of Law is leading vital research into truth, reparations and justice,...

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]]> For too long, LGBTIQA+ hate crimes in Victoria went ignored or unpunished. Now, Dr Jeremie Bracka from RMIT’s School of Law is leading vital research into truth, reparations and justice, exploring how communities can heal and how governments can finally respond with accountability.

Guest: Dr Jeremie Bracka, RMIT University School of Law

Presenter: Andy Mac

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 8:36 David Martin Harris: MQFF at 35 — Searching for Queer Utopias https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/18/david-martin-harris-mqff-at-35-searching-for-queer-utopias/ Fri, 17 Oct 2025 23:16:40 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6457 The Melbourne Queer Film Festival turns 35 with over 130 films, global guests and a bold theme: “Searching for Queer Utopias.” CEO David Martin Harris previews the premieres, the parties...

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]]> The Melbourne Queer Film Festival turns 35 with over 130 films, global guests and a bold theme: “Searching for Queer Utopias.” CEO David Martin Harris previews the premieres, the parties and the stories centring First Nations and Indigiqueer voices.

Guest: David Martin Harris, Chief Executive Officer, Melbourne Queer Film Festival

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 8:25 Phil Brown: Confessions of a Minor Poet https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/18/phil-brown-confessions-of-a-minor-poet/ Fri, 17 Oct 2025 23:15:17 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6455 Surfboards, sonnets and newsroom deadlines—Phil Brown’s memoir is a funny, tender look at chasing creativity while surviving the chaos of journalism. He shares lessons on rejection, resilience, and why being...

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]]> Surfboards, sonnets and newsroom deadlines—Phil Brown’s memoir is a funny, tender look at chasing creativity while surviving the chaos of journalism. He shares lessons on rejection, resilience, and why being a “minor” poet can be a major act of endurance.

Guest: Phil Brown, journalist & author, Confessions of a Minor Poet

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 12:00 Bec Dahl and Rachel Morrison: Surrogacy — Law, Love and Lived Experience https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/18/bec-dahl-and-rachel-morrison-surrogacy-law-love-and-lived-experience/ Fri, 17 Oct 2025 23:07:36 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6449 Surrogacy can be one of the most generous acts imaginable, but it’s also complex, emotional and highly regulated. Family lawyer Bec Dahl from Nicholes Family Lawyers and JOY Daytimes Presenter...

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]]> Surrogacy can be one of the most generous acts imaginable, but it’s also complex, emotional and highly regulated. Family lawyer Bec Dahl from Nicholes Family Lawyers and JOY Daytimes Presenter Rachel Morrison, a proud surrogate mum, joined JOY Drive to unpack how surrogacy works in Australia, from donor and legal agreements to navigating relationships and protecting everyone involved.

Guests: Bec Dahl, Partner, Nicholes Family Lawyers; Rachel Morrison, surrogate parent and JOY Daytimes Presenter

Presenter: Warren Andrew

Nicholes Family Lawyers is a proud JOY sponsor and supporter of the LGBTQIA+ community. Their experienced team can help with rainbow family law, including surrogacy, egg and sperm donation, parenting arrangements, property settlements, and asset protection.

For more information, visit nicholeslaw.com.au, or call 03 9670 4122, or email reception@nicholeslaw.com.au

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 16:15 Jess Dal: Pride, Passion and the Power of a Guernsey https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/18/jess-dal-pride-passion-and-the-power-of-a-guernsey/ Fri, 17 Oct 2025 23:04:17 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6447 Carlton’s AFLW side is making a statement with a stunning new Pride guernsey that’s bold, unapologetic and designed by queer Vietnamese artist Zo Lam. Blues Forwards Coach Jess Dal joined...

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]]> Carlton’s AFLW side is making a statement with a stunning new Pride guernsey that’s bold, unapologetic and designed by queer Vietnamese artist Zo Lam. Blues Forwards Coach Jess Dal joined JOY Drive to talk about what Our Pride, Our People means inside the club, how visibility changes lives, and why Pride Round remains one of footy’s most powerful celebrations.

Guest: Jess Dal, Forwards Coach, Carlton AFLW

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 6:50 Suzy Wrong: Film Review – Love and Videotapes https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/18/suzy-wrong-film-review-love-and-videotapes/ Fri, 17 Oct 2025 23:01:32 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6443 Set in 1990s Singapore, Love and Videotapes is a tender story of first love, secrecy and the longing to be known. Suzy Wrong reflects on the film’s themes of queer...

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]]> Set in 1990s Singapore, Love and Videotapes is a tender story of first love, secrecy and the longing to be known. Suzy Wrong reflects on the film’s themes of queer memory, visibility and belonging, and why imperfection in queer art can be its most honest form of beauty.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 13:25 Guada Bañez: &Juliet https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/18/guada-banez-juliet/ Fri, 17 Oct 2025 22:59:48 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6441 What if Juliet didn’t die for love, but lived for herself? In CLOC Musical Theatre’s &Juliet, actor Guada Bañez takes the stage as a modern heroine rewriting her own ending,...

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]]> What if Juliet didn’t die for love, but lived for herself? In CLOC Musical Theatre’s &Juliet, actor Guada Bañez takes the stage as a modern heroine rewriting her own ending, soundtracked by pop anthems from Britney to Katy Perry. She talks empowerment, reinvention and the electric energy of performing a show that turns heartbreak into a dance floor.

Showing at CLOC Musical Theatre until 25 October 2025.

Guest: Guada Bañez, performer, &Juliet, CLOC Musical Theatre

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 5:41 Derryn Pert: Talking Prostate Health — Stigma, Symptoms and Self-Care https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/18/derryn-pert-talking-prostate-health-stigma-symptoms-and-self-care/ Fri, 17 Oct 2025 22:56:48 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6438 It’s something most people don’t think about until something goes wrong, but prostate health matters for everyone who has one. Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Derryn Pert from Pelvic Health Melbourne explains...

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]]> It’s something most people don’t think about until something goes wrong, but prostate health matters for everyone who has one. Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Derryn Pert from Pelvic Health Melbourne explains what the prostate actually does, how to spot early warning signs, and why it’s time to drop the embarrassment and get checked. He also shares simple lifestyle tips that support bladder, sexual and overall wellbeing.

Guest: Derryn Pert, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Pelvic Health Melbourne

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 13:35 Rosie O’Donnell: Common Knowledge https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/13/rosie-odonnell-common-knowledge/ Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:31:34 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6410 She’s an eleven-time Emmy and Tony winner, a talk-show legend, and one of the most fearless voices in entertainment. Now Rosie O’Donnell is in Australia for the very first time,...

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]]> She’s an eleven-time Emmy and Tony winner, a talk-show legend, and one of the most fearless voices in entertainment. Now Rosie O’Donnell is in Australia for the very first time, bringing her acclaimed one-woman show Common Knowledge to Melbourne’s Hamer Hall. She talks about finding peace in Ireland, raising a neurodiverse family and standing firm in turbulent times.

Guest: Rosie O’Donnell, actor, comedian, writer and activist

Presenter: Warren Andrew

Executive Producer: Con Keramitsis

Panel Operator and Podcaster: Latham Smith

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 25:48 Dr Ash Russell: Compensation for Tasmania’s Queer Survivors https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/12/dr-ash-russell-compensation-for-tasmanias-queer-survivors/ Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:20:08 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6388 Tasmania was once the last Australian state to decriminalise homosexuality and now it is the first to offer compensation to those wronged by its past laws. Dr Ash Russell from...

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]]> Tasmania was once the last Australian state to decriminalise homosexuality and now it is the first to offer compensation to those wronged by its past laws. Dr Ash Russell from Equality Tasmania discusses the power of redress, the meaning of therapeutic justice, and why this reform matters far beyond the island state.

Guest: Dr Ash Russell, researcher in the Tasmanian School of Medicine at the University of Tasmania and President of Equality Tasmania

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 11:59 Millie Minogue: Kylie and Dannii Day at Camberwell Market https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/04/millie-minogue-kylie-and-dannii-day-at-camberwell-market/ Sat, 04 Oct 2025 09:31:36 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6351 She’s not just impersonating Kylie, she’s channelling her! Tribute artist Millie Minogue talks about embodying the joy, glamour and sisterhood of Kylie and Dannii, ahead of Kylie and Dannii Day...

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]]> She’s not just impersonating Kylie, she’s channelling her! Tribute artist Millie Minogue talks about embodying the joy, glamour and sisterhood of Kylie and Dannii, ahead of Kylie and Dannii Day at Camberwell Market on Sunday 5 October 2025. She shares the art of capturing pop perfection, the fans who make it special, and why community celebrations like this one matter.

Guest: Millie Minogue, Kylie Minogue Tribute Artist

Presenter: Andy Mac

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 6:00 Suzy Wrong: Film Review – Honey Don’t https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/04/suzy-wrong-film-review-honey-dont/ Sat, 04 Oct 2025 09:18:15 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6343 Part seduction, part indictment, Honey Don’t probes charisma, belief and manipulation in ways that hit close to home. Suzy Wrong explores where trust ends, exploitation begins and how queer audiences...

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]]> Part seduction, part indictment, Honey Don’t probes charisma, belief and manipulation in ways that hit close to home. Suzy Wrong explores where trust ends, exploitation begins and how queer audiences read the signals others miss.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 8:15 Caitlin Bunker: Mad Monday, Accountability and AFL Inclusion https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/04/caitlin-bunker-mad-monday-accountability-and-afl-inclusion/ Sat, 04 Oct 2025 09:16:31 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6341 A Geelong Cats “Mad Monday” post sparked a backlash and big questions about AFL culture. Pride Cup’s Caitlin Bunker talks harm, responsibility and how clubs and the league can turn...

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]]> A Geelong Cats “Mad Monday” post sparked a backlash and big questions about AFL culture. Pride Cup’s Caitlin Bunker talks harm, responsibility and how clubs and the league can turn a misstep into genuine change.

Guest: Caitlin Bunker, Engagement Director, Pride Cup

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 6:23 Joe Ball: Rainbow Joy at the Victorian Seniors Festival https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/04/joe-ball-rainbow-joy-at-the-victorian-seniors-festival/ Sat, 04 Oct 2025 09:14:38 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6337 From ballroom to bird walks, silent discos to salon celebrations, this October puts older LGBTIQA+ Victorians front and centre. Commissioner Joe Ball spotlights the month’s must-see events and why visibility...

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]]> From ballroom to bird walks, silent discos to salon celebrations, this October puts older LGBTIQA+ Victorians front and centre. Commissioner Joe Ball spotlights the month’s must-see events and why visibility for our elders strengthens the whole community.

Guest: Joe Ball, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTQIA+ Communities

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 12:15 Hannah McElhinney: HOOPS — Sport, Inclusion and a Season of Hurdles https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/10/04/hannah-mcelhinney-hoops-sport-inclusion-and-a-season-of-hurdles/ Sat, 04 Oct 2025 09:13:17 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6335 Told in sharp, social-first episodes, HOOPS follows basketballer Lexi Rodgers through the real-world admin, training and turbulence of simply trying to play. Creator Hannah McElhinney explains how to keep the...

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]]> Told in sharp, social-first episodes, HOOPS follows basketballer Lexi Rodgers through the real-world admin, training and turbulence of simply trying to play. Creator Hannah McElhinney explains how to keep the athlete’s voice at the centre and how teams can make inclusion practical, not performative.

Guest: Hannah McElhinney, Creator/Director, HOOPS

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:07 Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Grindr, Memorials and Internet Irony https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/28/associate-professor-lauren-rosewarne-grindr-memorials-and-internet-irony/ Sun, 28 Sep 2025 00:38:57 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6301 At Charlie Kirk’s memorial, tens of thousands gathered, but online, the story took a very different turn, with rumours about Grindr outages nearby. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne from the University...

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]]> At Charlie Kirk’s memorial, tens of thousands gathered, but online, the story took a very different turn, with rumours about Grindr outages nearby. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne from the University of Melbourne explores how internet humour collides with politics, why irony thrives in queer culture, and what these stories say about power and protest.

Guest: Lauren Rosewarne, Associate Professor in the School of Social and Political Sciences at the University of Melbourne

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:09 Suzy Wrong: Film Review – Drive-Away Dolls https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/28/suzy-wrong-film-review-drive-away-dolls/ Sun, 28 Sep 2025 00:10:52 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6285 Ethan Coen’s Drive-Away Dolls is a bawdy lesbian road comedy with deeper themes of love, freedom, and chosen family. Suzy Wrong unpacks its unapologetic queerness, the mix of chaos and...

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]]> Ethan Coen’s Drive-Away Dolls is a bawdy lesbian road comedy with deeper themes of love, freedom, and chosen family. Suzy Wrong unpacks its unapologetic queerness, the mix of chaos and sincerity, and why road trips are such powerful stories of reinvention.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 14:54 Suzy Wrong: Review of the YouTube Series ‘Stories From My Gay Grandparents’ https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/19/suzy-wrong-review-of-the-youtube-series-stories-from-my-gay-grandparents/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 22:15:22 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6236 A new series puts queer elders centre-stage, swapping shame for sparkle and mentorship that flows both ways. Suzy Wrong reflects on late-life coming out, humour as a survival tool and...

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]]> A new series puts queer elders centre-stage, swapping shame for sparkle and mentorship that flows both ways. Suzy Wrong reflects on late-life coming out, humour as a survival tool and the legacy our elders deserve.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 28:46 David Rector: ‘Friends of Dorothy’ Returns to JOY for Season 2 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/19/david-rector-friends-of-dorothy-returns-to-joy-for-season-2/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 22:06:02 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6228 The hit audio drama time-travels back to 1984 Sydney with bigger laughs, sharper questions and zero spoilers. Creator David Rector teases Season 2’s dating-before-apps, safer-sex storylines and those cliffhangers that...

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]]> The hit audio drama time-travels back to 1984 Sydney with bigger laughs, sharper questions and zero spoilers. Creator David Rector teases Season 2’s dating-before-apps, safer-sex storylines and those cliffhangers that keep Sunday nights buzzing.

You can listen to ‘Friends of Dorothy’ on Sundays from 10 pm on JOY 94.9 Melbourne or stream it online

Guest: David Rector, Creator/Writer/Director, Friends of Dorothy

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 13:14 Professor Paula Gerber: ‘Sex, Gender & Identity: Trans Rights In Australia’ https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/12/professor-paula-gerber-sex-gender-identity-trans-rights-in-australia/ Thu, 11 Sep 2025 22:13:18 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6204 Human rights advocate Professor Paula Gerber goes beyond the law to share the personal drive behind her new book on trans rights in Australia. She explores progress, backlash and a...

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]]> Human rights advocate Professor Paula Gerber goes beyond the law to share the personal drive behind her new book on trans rights in Australia. She explores progress, backlash and a hopeful roadmap for a more inclusive future.

Guest: Professor Paula Gerber, Legal Scholar and Human Rights Advocate; Author of Sex, Gender & Identity: Trans Rights in Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 16:13 Steven Satour: Asking R U OK? Beyond One Day https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/10/steven-satour-asking-r-u-ok-beyond-one-day/ Wed, 10 Sep 2025 08:44:14 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6195 R U OK? Day is a reminder to check in but Steven Satour says it shouldn’t stop there. He shares why regular conversations matter, the unique pressures faced by LGBTIQ+...

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]]> R U OK? Day is a reminder to check in but Steven Satour says it shouldn’t stop there. He shares why regular conversations matter, the unique pressures faced by LGBTIQ+ communities, and how a simple question can truly change lives.

Guest: Steven Satour, R U OK?

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 8:02 Bec Dahl and Fiona Newton: Law Talk – LGBTQIA+ Separation, Co-Parenting and Donor Agreements https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/10/bec-dahl-and-fiona-newton-law-talk-lgbtqia-separation-co-parenting-and-donor-agreements/ Wed, 10 Sep 2025 08:38:17 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6191 When LGBTQIA+ parents separate, the challenges of co-parenting, legal protection and donor agreements become even more complex. Family lawyer Bec Dahl and community leader Fiona Newton unpack the legal and...

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]]> When LGBTQIA+ parents separate, the challenges of co-parenting, legal protection and donor agreements become even more complex. Family lawyer Bec Dahl and community leader Fiona Newton unpack the legal and emotional steps to protect children and families.

Guests: Bec Dahl, Partner at Nicholes Family Lawyers; Fiona Newton, Founder of the Fitzroy Market and Host of JOY’s Chicks Talking Footy

Presenter: Warren Andrew

Nicholes Family Lawyers is a proud JOY sponsor and supporter of the LGBTQIA+ community. Their experienced team can help with rainbow family law, including surrogacy, egg and sperm donation, parenting arrangements, property settlements, and asset protection.

For more information, visit nicholeslaw.com.au , call 03 9670 4122, or email reception@nicholeslaw.com.au

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 15:11 Dr Erik Denison: AFL Culture Under Pressure After Mitch Brown’s Coming Out https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/10/dr-erik-denison-afl-culture-under-pressure-after-mitch-browns-coming-out/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 22:03:41 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6183 Researcher Dr Erik Denison explains what Mitch Brown’s announcement as the first openly bisexual AFL player means for tackling homophobia in the sport and why more profound change is overdue....

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]]> Researcher Dr Erik Denison explains what Mitch Brown’s announcement as the first openly bisexual AFL player means for tackling homophobia in the sport and why more profound change is overdue.

Guest: Dr Erik Denison, Researcher in Discrimination and Sport Culture, Monash University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 9:20 Dr Catriona Vi Nguyen-Robertson and Anastasia Le: 2025 Victorian Honour Roll of Women https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/10/dr-catriona-vi-nguyen-robertson-and-anastasia-le-2025-victorian-honour-roll-of-women/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 22:01:27 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6181 JOY’s own Anastasia Le and Dr Cat share what it means to be recognised for their leadership, visibility and advocacy as part of the 2025 Victorian Honour Roll of Women....

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]]> JOY’s own Anastasia Le and Dr Cat share what it means to be recognised for their leadership, visibility and advocacy as part of the 2025 Victorian Honour Roll of Women.

Guests: Dr Catriona Vi Nguyen-Robertson (Dr Cat) and Anastasia Le

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 5:58 Suzy Wrong: Review of Netflix’s ‘The Truth About Jussie Smollett’ https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/10/suzy-wrong-review-of-netflixs-the-truth-about-jussie-smollett/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 21:58:27 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6179 Netflix’s ‘The Truth About Jussie Smollett’ raises tough questions about trust, media responsibility and the credibility of victims. Suzy Wrong unpacks the fallout. Guest: Suzy Wrong Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> Netflix’s ‘The Truth About Jussie Smollett’ raises tough questions about trust, media responsibility and the credibility of victims. Suzy Wrong unpacks the fallout.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 20:47 Will The Stuntman: Queer Action Heroes in ‘The Last Custodians’ https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/08/will-the-stuntman-queer-action-heroes-in-the-last-custodians/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:41:39 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6166 What if queer characters weren’t just sidekicks but full-on action heroes? Stunt performer Will The Stuntman talks about ‘The Last Custodians’, a queer action-comedy web series making its mark at...

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]]> What if queer characters weren’t just sidekicks but full-on action heroes? Stunt performer Will The Stuntman talks about ‘The Last Custodians’, a queer action-comedy web series making its mark at the ‘Pride of Footscray Film Fest’ on Wednesday, 10 September 2025.

Guest: Will The Stuntman

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 13:44 Steve Chelo: 40 Years of the Melbourne Spikers https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/08/steve-chelo-40-years-of-the-melbourne-spikers/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:21:10 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6136 Melbourne’s LGBTQIA+ volleyball club, the Spikers, is celebrating its 40th anniversary on Friday, 12 September 2025, with a gala dinner at the San Remo Ballroom. Steve Chelo shares the history,...

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]]> Melbourne’s LGBTQIA+ volleyball club, the Spikers, is celebrating its 40th anniversary on Friday, 12 September 2025, with a gala dinner at the San Remo Ballroom. Steve Chelo shares the history, community, and enduring spirit of one of the country’s longest-running queer sporting clubs.

Guest: Steve Chelo, Melbourne Spikers

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 7:16 Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – Reverse 4 You https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/03/suzy-wrong-tv-series-review-reverse-4-you/ Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:56:34 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6126 What if you could rewind 10 minutes of your life and do it differently? Suzy Wrong reviews the new series ‘Reverse 4 You’ and explores how its themes of destiny,...

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]]> What if you could rewind 10 minutes of your life and do it differently? Suzy Wrong reviews the new series ‘Reverse 4 You’ and explores how its themes of destiny, choices, and queer love resonate beyond the screen.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 16:47 Darcy Green: Queer Love ‘After the Siren’ https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/09/03/darcy-green-queer-love-after-the-siren/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 23:44:14 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6107 Darcy Green’s debut novel, After the Siren, reimagines the AFL as a world where queer love and friendship take centre stage. They discuss the inspiration, the romance, and how the...

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]]> Darcy Green’s debut novel, After the Siren, reimagines the AFL as a world where queer love and friendship take centre stage. They discuss the inspiration, the romance, and how the book reflects a more inclusive vision of footy.

Guest: Darcy Green, Author of After the Siren

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 14:20 Suzy Wrong: Film Review – Close to You https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/28/suzy-wrong-film-review-close-to-you/ Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:01:58 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6086 Elliot Page’s new film, Close to You, explores identity, belonging and family tension, but does it push beyond transition narratives? Suzy Wrong joins us to discuss how trans stories are...

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]]> Elliot Page’s new film, Close to You, explores identity, belonging and family tension, but does it push beyond transition narratives? Suzy Wrong joins us to discuss how trans stories are represented on screen and where the industry still has room to grow.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 21:35 Dr Robert Boucaut: How AFL Media Frames Homophobia https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/28/dr-robert-boucaut-how-afl-media-frames-homophobia/ Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:45 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6084 After Izak Rankine’s suspension for using an anti-gay slur, most AFL headlines focused on finals, not the cultural issue at hand. Dr Robert Boucaut unpacks how sports media covers homophobia...

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]]> After Izak Rankine’s suspension for using an anti-gay slur, most AFL headlines focused on finals, not the cultural issue at hand. Dr Robert Boucaut unpacks how sports media covers homophobia and why it often misses the deeper story behind these incidents.

Guest: Dr Robert Boucaut, Lecturer in Media and Cultural Studies, University of Adelaide

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:18 Andrew Chapman: Inside Acenda’s Wear It Purple Day Open Day https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/28/andrew-chapman-inside-acendas-wear-it-purple-day-open-day/ Wed, 27 Aug 2025 23:59:16 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6078 Acenda is opening its doors for rainbow youth and students this Wear It Purple Day, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how an inclusive workplace operates. Andrew Chapman explains how the

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]]> Acenda is opening its doors for rainbow youth and students this Wear It Purple Day, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how an inclusive workplace operates. Andrew Chapman explains how the event celebrates visibility, belonging, and creating safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ employees.

Guest: Andrew Chapman, Senior HR Business Partner at Acenda

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:57 Abbie: How the Rainbow Shoelace Project Became a Global Movement https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/28/abbie-how-the-rainbow-shoelace-project-became-a-global-movement/ Wed, 27 Aug 2025 23:47:32 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6076 From six little beads on a shoelace to a worldwide symbol of safety and belonging, Abbie shares the inspiring story behind the Rainbow Shoelace Project and how it’s helping kids...

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]]> From six little beads on a shoelace to a worldwide symbol of safety and belonging, Abbie shares the inspiring story behind the Rainbow Shoelace Project and how it’s helping kids feel seen and supported everywhere.

Guest: Abbie, Founder of the Rainbow Shoelace Project

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 25:06 Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Could marriage equality in the United States be rolled back? https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/17/associate-professor-lauren-rosewarne-could-marriage-equality-in-the-united-states-be-rolled-back/ Sun, 17 Aug 2025 03:49:57 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6025 A challenge to the landmark Obergefell decision has reached the Supreme Court and Lauren Rosewarne explains what it could mean for same-sex marriage rights across America. Guest: Lauren Rosewarne, Associate...

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]]> A challenge to the landmark Obergefell decision has reached the Supreme Court and Lauren Rosewarne explains what it could mean for same-sex marriage rights across America.

Guest: Lauren Rosewarne, Associate Professor in the School of Social and Political Sciences at the University of Melbourne

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 14:10 Sally Nicholes and Jason Tuazon-McCheyne: Law Talk – Allyship Is a Verb, Not a Vibe https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/17/sally-nicholes-and-jason-tuazon-mccheyne-law-talk-allyship-is-a-verb-not-a-vibe/ Sun, 17 Aug 2025 03:43:07 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6019 Wearing a rainbow badge doesn’t make you an ally… your actions do! Sally and Jason unpack what real allyship looks like, how to avoid performative gestures and why showing up...

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]]> Wearing a rainbow badge doesn’t make you an ally… your actions do! Sally and Jason unpack what real allyship looks like, how to avoid performative gestures and why showing up matters more than ever.

Guests: Sally Nicholes, founder and Managing Partner at Nicholes Family Lawyers; Jason Tuazon-McCheyne, The Equality Project

Presenter: Warren Andrew

Nicholes Family Lawyers is a proud JOY sponsor and supporter of the LGBTQIA+ community. Their experienced team can help with rainbow family law, including surrogacy, egg and sperm donation, parenting arrangements, property settlements, and asset protection.

For more information, visit nicholeslaw.com.au, or call 03 9670 4122, or email reception@nicholeslaw.com.au

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 13:45 Suzy Wrong: TV Show Review – Love Is a Poison https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/17/suzy-wrong-tv-show-review-love-is-a-poison/ Sun, 17 Aug 2025 03:35:21 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=6010 A buttoned-up lawyer, a chaos agent love interest and a slow-burn romance with quirky charm. Suzy Wrong reviews the series, weighing the hype, the chemistry and whether it’s worth your...

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]]> A buttoned-up lawyer, a chaos agent love interest and a slow-burn romance with quirky charm. Suzy Wrong reviews the series, weighing the hype, the chemistry and whether it’s worth your watchlist.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 12:56 Mat O’Keefe: Pride of Footscray’s Three-Night Queer Film Festival https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/11/mat-okeefe-pride-of-footscrays-three-night-queer-film-festival/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 08:31:18 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5989 What began as a one-night showcase has become a three-night celebration of LGBTQIA+ short films. Mat O’Keefe from Pride of Footscray shares what’s in store and why Melbourne’s west is...

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]]> What began as a one-night showcase has become a three-night celebration of LGBTQIA+ short films. Mat O’Keefe from Pride of Footscray shares what’s in store and why Melbourne’s west is buzzing with queer cinema.

Guest: Mat O’Keefe

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:52 Krishna Istha: Turning the Search for a Sperm Donor into Theatre https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/11/krishna-istha-turning-the-search-for-a-sperm-donor-into-theatre/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 08:29:26 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5987 UK comedian and performer Krishna Istha brings First Trimester to Melbourne Fringe, a live show where the hunt for a sperm donor plays out on stage. Expect comedy, connection and...

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]]> UK comedian and performer Krishna Istha brings First Trimester to Melbourne Fringe, a live show where the hunt for a sperm donor plays out on stage. Expect comedy, connection and a candid look at trans reproductive healthcare.

Guest: Krishna Istha

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 12:13 Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – The Hunting Wives https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/11/suzy-wrong-tv-series-review-the-hunting-wives/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 07:52:45 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5965 From church pews to scandalous secrets, The Hunting Wives exposes the double lives of “good Christian women” and the privilege that shields their sins. Suzy Wrong dives into the show’s...

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]]> From church pews to scandalous secrets, The Hunting Wives exposes the double lives of “good Christian women” and the privilege that shields their sins. Suzy Wrong dives into the show’s sharp take on performative morality and the unspoken undercurrent of queer desire.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 14:06 Damien O’Meara: Queer TV’s Hidden History https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/11/damien-omeara-queer-tvs-hidden-history/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 07:35:16 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5956 The diverse queer stories on Australian television today were built on decades of behind-the-scenes battles. RMIT’s Damien O’Meara reveals how LGBTQIA+ creatives fought for authentic representation and what still needs...

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]]> The diverse queer stories on Australian television today were built on decades of behind-the-scenes battles. RMIT’s Damien O’Meara reveals how LGBTQIA+ creatives fought for authentic representation and what still needs to change.

Guest: Damien O’Meara, Lecturer, School of Media and Communication, RMIT University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 14:07 Ruth Gordon: Houses at Parliament Exhibition for Homelessness Week https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/11/ruth-gordon-houses-at-parliament-exhibition-for-homelessness-week/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 07:09:06 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5942 Hundreds of delicate origami houses took over the Victorian Pride Centre for the 2025 Homelessness Week, each one carrying a story and a call for action on public and social...

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]]> Hundreds of delicate origami houses took over the Victorian Pride Centre for the 2025 Homelessness Week, each one carrying a story and a call for action on public and social housing. Ruth Gordon from the Salvation Army joined JOY Drive to share the campaign’s message, why it matters for LGBTQIA+ people and how you can get involved.

Guest: Ruth Gordon, Regional Homelessness Networker at the Salvation Army

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 11:37 Leo Stubbing: Pop Comebacks, Departures and Dancefloor Bangers https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/03/leo-stubbing-pop-comebacks-departures-and-dancefloor-bangers/ Sun, 03 Aug 2025 07:45:09 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5937 Leo Stubbing from The Sound Museum returns with new music from Demi Lovato, Louise and Jessica Mauboy, plus the emotional story behind a farewell to Home and Away’s Irene. There’s...

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]]> Leo Stubbing from The Sound Museum returns with new music from Demi Lovato, Louise and Jessica Mauboy, plus the emotional story behind a farewell to Home and Away’s Irene. There’s also a throwback to Jermaine Stewart’s iconic ’80s hit and what made it a queer anthem before its time.

Guest: Leo Stubbing, Host of The Sound Museum podcast and YouTube channel

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 9:00 Tess Gilfedder: Men’s AFL Pride Game https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/03/tess-gilfedder-mens-afl-pride-game/ Sun, 03 Aug 2025 07:34:30 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5926 After nearly a decade of tradition, the AFL Men’s Pride Game is getting a shake-up and the Purple Bombers are front and centre. Tess Gilfedder shares how Essendon’s LGBTIQA+ supporter...

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]]> After nearly a decade of tradition, the AFL Men’s Pride Game is getting a shake-up and the Purple Bombers are front and centre. Tess Gilfedder shares how Essendon’s LGBTIQA+ supporter group is stepping into the national spotlight and pushing for visibility across the footy world.

Guest: Tess Gilfedder, President of the Purple Bombers

Presenter: Warren Andrew and Jacqueline Shields

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 8:48 Suzy Wrong: YouTube Series Review – Kit https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/08/03/suzy-wrong-youtube-series-review-kit/ Sun, 03 Aug 2025 07:20:00 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5916 What happens when a trans man becomes pregnant on screen—and the world does not know how to respond? Suzy Wrong breaks down the raw, emotional power of YouTube series Kit...

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]]> What happens when a trans man becomes pregnant on screen—and the world does not know how to respond? Suzy Wrong breaks down the raw, emotional power of YouTube series Kit and why queer stories like this matter more than ever.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full Catherine Fitzgerald: $40,000 Boost for Queer Filmmakers https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/28/catherine-fitzgerald-40000-boost-for-queer-filmmakers/ Mon, 28 Jul 2025 11:15:23 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5897 A bold new short film initiative is putting LGBTQIA+ voices on the big screen. Catherine Fitzgerald explains how a $40,000 grant and support from the Adelaide Film Festival could launch...

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]]> A bold new short film initiative is putting LGBTQIA+ voices on the big screen. Catherine Fitzgerald explains how a $40,000 grant and support from the Adelaide Film Festival could launch the careers of emerging queer storytellers from underrepresented communities.

Guest: Catherine Fitzgerald, Board Member, Pride Foundation Australia

Presenter: Latham Smith

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:43 Gabrielle Reiher and Hunter Smith: Comedy Pageant https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/28/gabrielle-reiher-and-hunter-smith-comedy-pageant/ Mon, 28 Jul 2025 11:12:24 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5895 What happens when stand-up collides with drag, glitter and pageantry? Gabrielle Reiher and Hunter Smith spill the secrets behind Comedy Pageant, a one-night-only spectacle on Thursday, 31 July 2025, promising...

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]]> What happens when stand-up collides with drag, glitter and pageantry? Gabrielle Reiher and Hunter Smith spill the secrets behind Comedy Pageant, a one-night-only spectacle on Thursday, 31 July 2025, promising chaos, camp and big laughs at the Brunswick Ballroom.

Guests: Gabrielle Reiher and Hunter Smith, Creators of Comedy Pageant

Presenter: Latham Smith

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:10 Anthony Smith: Mind Matters – Healing Guilt and Shame https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/24/anthony-smith-mind-matters-healing-guilt-and-shame/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 23:00:52 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5880 Shame and guilt can weigh heavily, particularly in the LGBTQIA+ community. Clinical Psychologist Anthony Smith explores the origins of these feelings and how we can begin to heal. Guest: Anthony...

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]]> Shame and guilt can weigh heavily, particularly in the LGBTQIA+ community. Clinical Psychologist Anthony Smith explores the origins of these feelings and how we can begin to heal.

Guest: Anthony Smith, Clinical Psychologist

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 11:31 Suzy Wrong: Film Review – A Nice Indian Boy https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/24/suzy-wrong-film-review-a-nice-indian-boy/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 22:46:32 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5868 A queer romantic comedy is challenging stereotypes while celebrating love across cultures. Suzy Wrong shares her take on A Nice Indian Boy and why representation on screen matters more than...

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]]> A queer romantic comedy is challenging stereotypes while celebrating love across cultures. Suzy Wrong shares her take on A Nice Indian Boy and why representation on screen matters more than ever.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 13:38 Miranda Hill and Steven Hodgson: Moonlite – A Bushranger Love Story https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/23/miranda-hill-and-steven-hodgson-moonlite-a-bushranger-love-story/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:22:53 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5857 A forbidden love story between bushranger Captain Moonlite and his partner James Nesbitt is taking centre stage in a new music performance. Co-directors Miranda Hill and Steven Hodgson reveal how...

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]]> A forbidden love story between bushranger Captain Moonlite and his partner James Nesbitt is taking centre stage in a new music performance. Co-directors Miranda Hill and Steven Hodgson reveal how Moonlite blends history, voice and strings to celebrate queer resilience.

Guests: Miranda Hill and Steven Hodgson, Co-directors of Moonlite

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 11:41 Nik Diesel Jayden: Get Strapt https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/20/nik-diesel-jayden-get-strapt/ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 07:39:22 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5822 What started as a personal journey is now transforming access to gender-affirming products. Nik Diesel Jayden shares the story of founding Get Strapt and how it’s helping trans and non-binary...

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]]> What started as a personal journey is now transforming access to gender-affirming products. Nik Diesel Jayden shares the story of founding Get Strapt and how it’s helping trans and non-binary people feel safe and supported.

Guest: Nik Diesel Jayden, Founder of Get Strapt

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 6:44 Suzy Wrong: Film Review – Willem and Frieda https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/20/suzy-wrong-film-review-willem-and-frieda/ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 07:33:45 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5816 The SBS documentary Willem and Frieda uncovers the untold queer history of two artists who risked everything to fight Nazi rule. Suzy Wrong explores why their bravery still resonates today....

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]]> The SBS documentary Willem and Frieda uncovers the untold queer history of two artists who risked everything to fight Nazi rule. Suzy Wrong explores why their bravery still resonates today.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 16:02 Gavin Campbell and Gerard O’Connor: Tasty, 31 Years On https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/20/gavin-campbell-and-gerard-oconnor-tasty-31-years-on/ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 07:22:53 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5792 The Tasty nightclub raid in 1994 shocked Melbourne and became a defining moment for LGBTQI+ rights. Gavin Campbell and Gerard O’Connor share why they’re marking the anniversary on August 9,...

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]]> The Tasty nightclub raid in 1994 shocked Melbourne and became a defining moment for LGBTQI+ rights. Gavin Campbell and Gerard O’Connor share why they’re marking the anniversary on August 9, 2025, with a big, bold, and defiant party that celebrates queer resilience and club culture.

Guests: Gavin Campbell, DJ and co-founder of Tasty, and creative collaborator Gerard O’Connor

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 17:12 Joss: JOY’s ‘The Gender Agenda’ https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/11/joss-joys-the-gender-agenda/ Fri, 11 Jul 2025 03:03:06 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5771 News, music, interviews and unapologetic trans pride. Joss from The Gender Agenda shares why the JOY show is changing the conversation and celebrating identity, one Tuesday night at a time....

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]]> News, music, interviews and unapologetic trans pride. Joss from The Gender Agenda shares why the JOY show is changing the conversation and celebrating identity, one Tuesday night at a time.

Guest: Joss, Host of The Gender Agenda on JOY 94.9, Co-Host of JOY Breakfast (Mondays) and Host of JOY Daytimes (Thursday afternoons)

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 5:53 David Rector and Tessa Neilson: A Queer Sitcom With 80s Heart https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/10/david-rector-tessa-neilson-a-queer-sitcom-with-80s-heart/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:35:54 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5763 Think razor-sharp comedy, chosen family and big 80s vibes. Writer David Rector and actor Tessa Neilson give us a backstage pass to Friends of Dorothy, JOY’s bold new radio sitcom...

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]]> Think razor-sharp comedy, chosen family and big 80s vibes. Writer David Rector and actor Tessa Neilson give us a backstage pass to Friends of Dorothy, JOY’s bold new radio sitcom set in a queer share house in 1984 Sydney.

Guests: David Rector, Creator/Director/Writer, and Tessa Neilson, Actor (Friends of Dorothy)

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 15:24 Henry Rocek: Still Here, Still Queer and Now on Air https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/10/henry-rocek-still-here-still-queer-and-now-on-air/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:34:42 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5760 Older queer stories are front and centre in JOY’s newest Sunday show. Henry Rocek introduces Still Here, Still Queer: a warm, wise and wonderfully camp celebration of LGBTQIA+ lives and...

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]]> Older queer stories are front and centre in JOY’s newest Sunday show. Henry Rocek introduces Still Here, Still Queer: a warm, wise and wonderfully camp celebration of LGBTQIA+ lives and legacies.

Guest: Henry Rocek, JOY Broadcaster, Still Here, Still Queer

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 5:16 Suzy Wrong: Film Review – Enigma https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/10/suzy-wrong-film-review-enigma/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:29:43 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5753 Enigma explores the lives of two trans icons: one who lived openly and one who never confirmed their identity. Suzy Wrong reflects on visibility, legacy and how the film holds...

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]]> Enigma explores the lives of two trans icons: one who lived openly and one who never confirmed their identity. Suzy Wrong reflects on visibility, legacy and how the film holds a mirror to her own story.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 20:09 Hans: Sequins, Sausage and a HAUS Party to Remember https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/10/hans-sequins-sausage-and-a-haus-party-to-remember/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:28:15 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5751 He’s louder than a bratwurst parade and sparklier than a Eurovision final. Cabaret star Hans is back in Melbourne with Haus Party: a cheeky, glitter-drenched spectacle promising chaos, camp and...

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]]> He’s louder than a bratwurst parade and sparklier than a Eurovision final. Cabaret star Hans is back in Melbourne with Haus Party: a cheeky, glitter-drenched spectacle promising chaos, camp and a few very special guests.

Guest: Hans, International Cabaret Sensation and Creator of Hans: Haus Party

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 5:24 Dr Sara Webb: Space Visitors, Jellyfish in the Sky and Queer Astronomy https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/10/dr-sara-webb-space-visitors-jellyfish-in-the-sky-and-queer-astronomy/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:25:10 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5747 An object from outside our solar system, rare sprites above thunderstorms and a fabulous night for queer stargazers. Dr Sara Webb delivers your dose of cosmic wonders and an event...

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]]> An object from outside our solar system, rare sprites above thunderstorms and a fabulous night for queer stargazers. Dr Sara Webb delivers your dose of cosmic wonders and an event you won’t want to miss.

Guest: Dr Sara Webb, Astrophysicist and Science Communicator

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 8:47 Suzy Wrong: Documentary Review – I’m Your Venus https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/07/06/suzy-wrong-documentary-review-im-your-venus/ Sun, 06 Jul 2025 01:44:45 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5710 Netflix’s I’m Your Venus reclaims the legacy of a ballroom trailblazer lost too soon. Suzy Wrong reflects on the documentary’s powerful themes of justice, identity and the enduring impact of...

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]]> Netflix’s I’m Your Venus reclaims the legacy of a ballroom trailblazer lost too soon. Suzy Wrong reflects on the documentary’s powerful themes of justice, identity and the enduring impact of Venus Xtravaganza.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 23:14 Yasmin Mowat: New Blood Donation Rules for Men Who Have Sex With Men https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/25/yasmin-mowat-new-blood-rules-for-men-who-have-sex-with-men/ Wed, 25 Jun 2025 07:45:57 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5671 From next month, most men who have sex with men will finally be allowed to donate plasma in Australia. Yasmin Mowat from the Kirby Institute explains what’s changing, why it...

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]]> From next month, most men who have sex with men will finally be allowed to donate plasma in Australia. Yasmin Mowat from the Kirby Institute explains what’s changing, why it matters and how science is driving policy reform.

Guest: Yasmin Mowat, Clinical Project Manager, Kirby Institute

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 6:39 Lyra: Fencing, Glitter, and the Joy of the Pride Cup https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/25/lyra-fencing-glitter-and-the-joy-of-the-pride-cup/ Wed, 25 Jun 2025 06:15:00 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5665 Tutus, foils, and fierce inclusivity take centre stage at this year’s Fencing Victoria Pride Cup. Lyra shares how the event welcomes everyone — no team, no gear no experience needed....

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]]> Tutus, foils, and fierce inclusivity take centre stage at this year’s Fencing Victoria Pride Cup. Lyra shares how the event welcomes everyone — no team, no gear no experience needed.

Guest: Lyra, Fencing Victoria

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 8:21 Dr Paula Cevaal: The mRNA Breakthrough Bringing Us Closer to an HIV Cure https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/24/dr-paula-cevaal-the-mrna-breakthrough-bringing-us-closer-to-an-hiv-cure/ Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:45:54 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5663 Australian scientists have used mRNA tech to wake up dormant HIV, a crucial step toward a cure. Dr Paula Cevaal explains how it works, why it matters and what’s next...

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]]> Australian scientists have used mRNA tech to wake up dormant HIV, a crucial step toward a cure. Dr Paula Cevaal explains how it works, why it matters and what’s next in the global fight to end HIV.

Guest: Dr Paula Cevaal, Research Fellow, Peter Doherty Institute

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:43 Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – Mr Loverman https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/24/suzy-wrong-tv-series-review-mr-loverman/ Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:15:44 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5661 Inspired by the series Mr. Loverman, Suzy Wrong dives into late-in-life coming out, long-held secrets, and generational change in queer lives. It’s a conversation about regret, reinvention, and the courage...

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]]> Inspired by the series Mr. Loverman, Suzy Wrong dives into late-in-life coming out, long-held secrets, and generational change in queer lives. It’s a conversation about regret, reinvention, and the courage to be seen.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 19:25 Dr Justin Ellis: Do LGBTQIA+ Australians Trust Police? https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/24/dr-justin-ellis-do-lgbtqia-australians-trust-police/ Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:15:25 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5659 From past harm to present hope, the relationship between police and queer communities remains complex. Criminologist Dr Justin Ellis shares findings from a national study exploring trust, visibility and accountability....

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]]> From past harm to present hope, the relationship between police and queer communities remains complex. Criminologist Dr Justin Ellis shares findings from a national study exploring trust, visibility and accountability.

Guest: Dr Justin Ellis, Lecturer in Criminology, University of Newcastle

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 9:35 Lisa Kirkman: Burn the Script https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/17/lisa-kirkman-burn-the-script/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:45:33 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5625 What if the life you’re living isn’t yours? Author Lisa Kirkman shares her story of coming out later in life and how breaking free from expectations helped her—and others—finally feel...

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]]> What if the life you’re living isn’t yours? Author Lisa Kirkman shares her story of coming out later in life and how breaking free from expectations helped her—and others—finally feel seen.

Guest: Lisa Kirkman, Author of Burn The Script: Unleashing Your True Self

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 10:15 Suzy Wrong: Film Review – Gondola https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/17/suzy-wrong-film-review-gondola/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:15:35 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5622 With barely a word spoken, Gondola tells a haunting love story suspended between two mountain peaks. Suzy Wrong reflects on silence, longing and why this Bhutanese film speaks so powerfully...

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]]> With barely a word spoken, Gondola tells a haunting love story suspended between two mountain peaks. Suzy Wrong reflects on silence, longing and why this Bhutanese film speaks so powerfully to queer connection.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 16:40 Dr Fiona Shalley: Is Australia in a Sexual Revolution? https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/17/dr-fiona-shalley-is-australia-in-a-sexual-revolution/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 06:45:40 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5620 The number of LGB+ Australians has doubled in under a decade. Researcher Dr Fiona Shalley unpacks the data—and what it might mean for culture, identity and policy in 2025. Guest:...

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]]> The number of LGB+ Australians has doubled in under a decade. Researcher Dr Fiona Shalley unpacks the data—and what it might mean for culture, identity and policy in 2025.

Guest: Dr Fiona Shalley, Senior Analyst, Charles Darwin University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 12:11 Dan Turner-Chapman and Megan Rae: Queer Lives of the Gold Rush Era https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/16/dan-turner-chapman-and-megan-rae-queer-lives-of-the-gold-rush-era/ Mon, 16 Jun 2025 07:45:16 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5616 What if Australia’s gold rush history was queerer than we thought? Dan Turner-Chapman and Megan Rae from the Queer Goldfields project reveal the untold stories of LGBTQIA+ bushrangers, poets and...

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]]> What if Australia’s gold rush history was queerer than we thought? Dan Turner-Chapman and Megan Rae from the Queer Goldfields project reveal the untold stories of LGBTQIA+ bushrangers, poets and pioneers, and how reclaiming these lives reshapes our view of the past.

Guest: Dan Turner-Chapman and Megan Rae, Queer Goldfields Project, Federation University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 8:21 Miranda Hill: Moonlite – A Bushranger Love Story https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/16/miranda-hill-moonlite-a-bushranger-love-story/ Mon, 16 Jun 2025 06:15:34 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5614 True crime, forbidden love and sweeping music collide in Moonlite, a queer oratorio about a gold rush outlaw. Director Miranda Hill shares how Andrew George Scott’s story still resonates in...

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]]> True crime, forbidden love and sweeping music collide in Moonlite, a queer oratorio about a gold rush outlaw. Director Miranda Hill shares how Andrew George Scott’s story still resonates in today’s Australia.

Guest: Miranda Hill, Director of Moonlite

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 13:28 Adam Bold: Queer Travel That Feels Like Home https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/13/adam-bold-queer-travel-that-feels-like-home/ Fri, 13 Jun 2025 06:15:01 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5610 What makes a holiday truly memorable? Adam Bold from Points of Difference Travel explains how queer-led adventures like palace tours in India and kink-friendly desert escapes are reshaping connection and...

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]]> What makes a holiday truly memorable? Adam Bold from Points of Difference Travel explains how queer-led adventures like palace tours in India and kink-friendly desert escapes are reshaping connection and community on the road.

Guest: Adam Bold, Co-Founder, Points of Difference Travel

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 7:46 Jacob Collier: Harmony, Humanity and the Joy of Making Music Together https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/10/jacob-collier-harmony-humanity-and-the-joy-of-making-music-together/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 07:45:37 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5584 Musical prodigy Jacob Collier joins us fresh from his sold-out shows to talk about connection, creativity and his upcoming Australian tour. From singing in impossible keys to uniting crowds in...

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]]> Musical prodigy Jacob Collier joins us fresh from his sold-out shows to talk about connection, creativity and his upcoming Australian tour. From singing in impossible keys to uniting crowds in spontaneous harmony, he shares how music can be both boundary-breaking and deeply human.

Guest: Jacob Collier, singer and songwriter

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 6:36 Suzy Wrong: TV Show Review – PeeWee as Himself https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/10/suzy-wrong-tv-show-review-peewee-as-himself/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 07:15:53 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5582 Suzy Wrong reflects on the bittersweet new documentary and the man behind it, Paul Reubens. From flamboyant freedom to quiet heartbreak, this tribute celebrates queer creativity, misunderstood weirdness and being...

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]]> Suzy Wrong reflects on the bittersweet new documentary and the man behind it, Paul Reubens. From flamboyant freedom to quiet heartbreak, this tribute celebrates queer creativity, misunderstood weirdness and being seen on your terms.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 16:03 Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Erasing Harvey Milk? https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2025/06/05/associate-professor-lauren-rosewarne-erasing-harvey-milk/ Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:15:37 +0000 https://joy.org.au/joydrive/?p=5559 The US Navy has ordered the renaming of the Harvey Milk, sparking outrage during Pride Month. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne joins us to unpack the politics, symbolism, and backlash surrounding...

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]]> The US Navy has ordered the renaming of the Harvey Milk, sparking outrage during Pride Month. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne joins us to unpack the politics, symbolism, and backlash surrounding the decision.

Guest: Lauren Rosewarne, Associate Professor in the School of Social and Political Sciences at the University of Melbourne

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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]]> JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities full 13:12