The Open Table

3 Apr 2025

Episode 8- Season 2 with Marc Mendoza

Health, HIV, Personal Journals, Sexuality

Marc Mendoza is deeply embedded in community work. You’ve likely seen him volunteering with Thorne Harbour Health and Living Positive Victoria or heard his voice on Friday nights at The Laird.

In this episode, Marc opens up about his HIV journey, sharing his experiences from his diagnosis to where he is today. He talks about coming out, the challenges he faced with addiction and the support he found in family and community. It’s an honest, heartfelt conversation about resilience, identity, and the power of connection.

A must-listen for anyone who values real stories and real talk.

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10 Apr 2025

Episode 9- Season 2 with Aiv Puglielli MP

Government & Organisations, Local, Personal Journals, Regional, Sexuality

This week, we’re joined by Aiv Puglielli — artist, composer, advocate, and Greens MP. Aiv didn’t set out to be a ...

3 Apr 2025

Episode 8- Season 2 with Marc Mendoza

Health, HIV, Personal Journals, Sexuality

Marc Mendoza is deeply embedded in community work. You’ve likely seen him volunteering with Thorne Harbour Health and Living Positive ...

27 Mar 2025

Episode 7- Season 2 with Tom Nethersole and Robert Baxter

Music, Performing Arts, Personal Journals

Young, Queer & Creating: Tom Nethersole & Robert Baxter What’s it like to be a young, queer pop artists in ...