Reilly (he/him) is a youth worker, community advocate, and self-proclaimed cheerleader for young people living in Warrnambool, Victoria.
In this episode, Reilly shares his journey of self-discovery and personal growth, from navigating life in a small regional town to working at The Foyer, a youth accommodation service run by Brophy Family and Youth Services. He opens up about the transformative period following the end of his 10-year relationship, embracing his “Eat, Pray, Love” era, and the importance of friendships in times of change. Reilly also reflects on fashion as a form of self-expression, his love for community connection, and the joy of stepping outside his comfort zone—whether at the Speedway, the rodeo, or in everyday life.
Trigger Warnings: Discussions of breakups, self-exploration, and navigating identity in a regional setting.
If this content may be triggering for you, please seek support from a loved one or one of the helplines at the bottom of this description.
This podcast is released every Friday and could not have been possible without the support of our local community partners, Midsumma and the Fairer Victoria portfolio of the Victorian State Government.
Episode Credits
Producer, Interviewer & Editing: Helene Thomas
Co-Producer: Ashlee Hints
Music & Underscoring: Mieke Louise
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Music Credits
Original jingle and underscoring music written, composed, recorded and produced by Mieke Louise, a queer singer/songwriter and advocate from regional Victoria.
You can find out more about Mieke's coming music releases on their instagram @miekesmusik
or on Spotify
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