The Open Table

30 May 2025

Episode 15- Season 2 – BB Returns to The Open Table

Sexuality, Society & Culture

Last week’s chat with BB (@bhanuka) sparked so much interest, we just had to keep the conversation going. He’s back on The Open Table for a rich, wide-ranging discussion that dives deeper into community, cultural identity, and the world of leather.

In this follow-up episode, BB opens up about growing up Buddhist and how cultural differences have shaped his worldview. We talk about the transformative power of volunteering, and why it’s become such a vital part of his life and leadership. As Laird Leatherman 2025, BB reflects on what the title means to him, the responsibilities it carries, and his passionate work with Switchboard Victoria (https://www.switchboard.org.au), a key support service for LGBTQIA+ communities across Australia.

It’s an honest, heartfelt conversation about service, self-expression, and showing up for community. Tune in to hear how BB is using his platform to uplift others—and why representation matters more than ever.

Listen now and tap into the spirit of Australia’s queer volunteer and leather scenes.

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16 Feb 2026

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

Personal Journals, Sexuality

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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 ...