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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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 ...

14 Dec 2025

Episode 19- Season 3- Joanna Jones – Year Finale

Personal Journals, Sexuality

We are thrilled to welcome the amazing Joanna Jones (@saintergomusic) to the studio! She's giving our listeners a special sneak ...