On this episode, we chat to Dr Jane Connory and Dr Shivani Tyagi from the School of Design + Architecture at Swinburne University of Technology to discuss their study “Helping to destigmatise the use of period products for trans, masculine presenting, non-binary and gender diverse (TMNG) consumers through an inclusive communication design framework”.

This study aimed to understand the experiences that trans, masculine presenting, non-binary and gender diverse (TMNG) people who menstruate have with period product packaging and marketing and identified opportunities for improvement through an inclusive communication design framework. We discussed the motivation for the research study as well as the journey of the research itself.

If this podcast has raised any issues you can contact QLife which provides Australia-wide anonymous, LGBTI peer support and referral for people wanting to talk about a range of issues including sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings, or relationships. QLife services are free and include both telephone and webchat support, delivered by trained LGBTIQ+ community members across the country. Call 1800 184 527 or visit qlife.org.au to access webchat.

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On this episode, we chat to Robyn Lambird, an Australian wheelchair racer and model. Robyn won a bronze medal in the Women’s 100m T34 at the 2020 Summer Paralympics, becoming the first out non-binary athlete to compete at the Paralympics, and won a bronze medal in the Tokyo Paralympics. Robyn was also the first person in a wheelchair to be featured in one of Target’s active-wear campaigns. They have modelled for Tommy Hilfiger, Bonds and ModiBodi.

In chatting with Robyn, we discover their personal journey, their unique challenges as a non-binary athlete with a disability, and how their advocacy work has led to increased visibility for LGBTIQ+ people with a disability in the sporting field.

This podcast was produced by JOY Media – Australia’s Rainbow Community Media Organisation. For more information about JOY’s services, visit joy.org.au/services

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On this episode, we chat to Kai Noonan, Director of Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence Prevention at LGBTIQ+ Health Australia. We also chat with Ben Bjarnesen, an out gay former Queensland police officer who in 2020 founded the LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Foundation.

In this episode, we discuss domestic violence in LGBTQ communities. We’re using the term domestic violence to refer to violence in intimate relationships or between partners or ex-partners. Domestic violence can include any behaviour that is threatening or controlling where one person tries to exert power and control over another.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence or sexual assault, you can call the Rainbow Sexual Domestic and Family Violence Helpline on 1800 487 212 or 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. Say It Out Loud is another amazing resource, encouraging LGBTQ+ communities to get help for their unhealthy relationships. You can visit the Say It Out Loud website to learn more and seek support.

For information about financial abuse, including resources and support that’s available, visit ComBank Next Chapter. If you’re worried about your finances because of intimate partner or family violence or coercive control, you can contact ComBank’s Next Chapter team on 1800 222 387. Even if you’re not with ComBank, this service is available to everyone who needs it no matter who you bank with.

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On this episode, we chat to Scott, Penguin Keeper at Sea Life Aquarium about their same-sex penguin couple, Sphen & Magic.

Sphen and Magic began developing a strong bond in 2018 and became inseparable before breeding season. As breeding season fast approached, the couple started collecting ‘pebbles’ to create a nest in their spot, and now have more pebbles than any other couple! Swapping duties daily, while one of the parents is doing their best to incubate the egg, the other is patrolling the perimeters of the nest, warding off any potential pebble thieves or over-inquisitive neighbours. The team at Sea Life Sydney fostered a real egg to them from another couple who had two. In October of 2018, the two successfully hatched baby Sphengic! Today, the couple is still going strong and has paired up for a third breeding season!

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On this episode, we chat with Ada Cheung, the leading specialist consultant Endocrinologist providing patient-centred care in Melbourne as well as rural Australia.

Associate Professor Cheung holds a prestigious Australian Government National Health and Medical Research Council Fellowship, and a Dame Kate Campbell Fellowship to support her medical research. She is on the Board of Directors for the Endocrine Society of Australia and is a policy committee member of the Australian Professional Association of Trans Health. She also established the Trans Health Research Group at The University of Melbourne, aiming to improve the health and wellbeing of transgender, gender diverse, and non-binary people.

This podcast was produced by JOY Media – Australia’s Rainbow Community Media Organisation. For more information about JOY’s services, visit joy.org.au/services

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On this episode, we chat with Natasha Stretton and Lily Hayward who are part of the Walkern Katatdjin project team at Telethon Kids Institute, based in Western Australia.

Natasha is a Research Support Officer, with a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Population Health, and Human Geography and Planning. Lily is a Noongar Yorga, a Research Assistant at Telethon Kids and is studying a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Linguistics. They both joined The Latest to discuss the importance of the national research project, Walkern Katatdjin, which aims to understand and promote the mental health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTQA+ young people.

This podcast was produced by JOY Media – Australia’s Rainbow Community Media Organisation. For more information about JOY’s services, visit joy.org.au/services

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On this episode, we chat with Anthony Venn Brown, founder of Freedom2b and founder and CEO of Ambassadors and Bridge Builders International.

Anthony had previously been a leader in the Assemblies of God and a high-profile preacher in Australian churches. He’s also authored best seller autobiography A Life of Unlearning – a preacher’s struggle with his homosexuality, church and faith. Anthony joined us to discuss his book, as well as advocating for the LGBTIQ+ community within faith spaces.

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On this episode, we chat with Kathryn Gill, Australian soccer player and the Co-Chief Executive Officer of Professional Footballers Australia. Kathryn became the first female to be appointed to the PFA Executive Committee in 2014.

We talk about Kathryn’s career, her work as Director of Pride Cup, as well as legislation and guidelines informing trans inclusion in sport.

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On this episode, we chat with Ed Davies, the award-winning author of stories of men in love – stories of hope, found family and guys next door getting their modern fairy tale endings.

Ed joins Triana Butler to explore the importance of representation and diverse stories, and why fantasy and escapism are unique ways to encourage good health and wellbeing.

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On this episode, we chat with Maria Thattil, Miss Universe Australia 2020, contestant on I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, media personality, writer, speaker, and digital creator. Maria joins us on The Latest to talk to host Triana about bisexual representation and advocacy as well as her recently released book Unbounded.

The two delve into Maria’s past, her family life, and why she felt so empowered to come out publically. They discuss the challenges facing the bisexual community and what steps the individual can take to advocate for change even if that’s just amongst their personal circles of influence.

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