The Open Table

20 Mar 2025

Episode 6- Season 2 with Nicholas Verso

Personal Journals, TV & Film

In this episode, we sit down with Nicholas Verso, the writer and director of Invisible Boys, the acclaimed Stan Original Series based on Holden Sheppard’s award-winning novel.

Invisible Boys has been widely praised for its raw and authentic portrayal of queer identity, exploring the lives of gay teenagers in Geraldton, Western Australia, during the 2017 same-sex marriage plebiscite. The series doesn’t shy away from bold storytelling, offering unapologetic representation in Australian television.

Nicholas shares insights into casting, filming intimate scenes, and his personal journey—including the unexpected role his grandfather’s ghost played in his coming out story.

Tune in for a fabulous conversation on the creative process behind one of the most talked-about queer dramas of the year.

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13 Mar 2026

Episode 6 – Season 4 – Azzad Azman (Film Maker, Film and Oscar Buff)

Arts, Sexuality, TV & Film

In this episode, Craig chats to Azzad Azman (Director of the upcoming queer short film, 'Before It Goes Down', about ...

16 Feb 2026

Episode 2 – Season 4 – AFLW Star Tilly Lucas-Rodd

Personal Journals, Sexuality

This episode of The Open Table features a special guest from the world of elite sport: GWS Giants AFLW player ...

15 Feb 2026

Episode 1 – Season 4 – Joe Ball, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities

Education, Government & Organisations, Health, Mental Health, Personal Journals, Politics, Sexuality

This episode of The Open Table features a special guest Joe Ball, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities. Joe Ball is leading ...