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Saturday Magazine 25/12/2025: Christmas Magazine: Joe Ball, Victoria Commissioner LGBTIQ+ CommunitiesMacca and Paul are back doing their annual special Christmas show with the with some of our most special and favourite guests from the Community and Politics. Joe Ball (he/him) is the Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities, appointed in 2024. A proud transgender man and long-time advocate, Joe has an extensive background in social services, mental health support and LGBTQIA+ community work. Previously associated with Switchboard Victoria, he has championed initiatives such as Rainbow Door and programs supporting survivors of family violence. Joe focuses on improving access to services, reducing stigma, and ensuring Victorian LGBTIQA+ communities are i...

2025-12-2615 min

Saturday Magazine Saturday, 6th, Dec, 2025: Jenna Tuke, CEO Switchboard Victoria, 2025 Retrospective.Sally and Kenny were joined live in the studio by Switchboard CEO, Jenna Tuke, as they discuss her highs & lows for 2025, what’s been achieved and what’s her focus for the year ahead. How you can support Switchboard? Jenna Tuke is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Switchboard Victoria, taking on the role in early 2025 after extensive experience in health, human services, and LGBTIQA+ advocacy, particularly in sexual assault, family violence, and mental health, bringing expertise in crisis management, clinical leadership, and community support to guide the organisation’s growth in supporting Victoria’s LGBTIQA+ communiti...

2025-12-0611 min

Saturday Magazine Saturday, 29th, Nov, 2025: Bruce Wolpe, Senior Fellow, US Study Centre, Latest from the US, the Release of the Epstein Files; Trump’s LGBTIQA+ SupportersBruce Wolpe’s latest US commentary focuses on a second Trump term, highlighting concerns about the US becoming more authoritarian, his use of executive power, and the potential impact on international relations and Australia. He has recently discussed issues such as the escalating rhetoric from Trump, his challenges to democratic institutions, and potential shifts in US foreign policy regarding issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. “Everyone knew that once Congress passed legislation requiring the Justice Department to release all the Jeffrey Epstein files, US President Donald Trump would go on a tear to “flood the zone” with other distract...

2025-11-2914 min

JOY Drive with Warren Commissioner Joe Ball: Trans Day of RemembranceOn Trans Day of Remembrance, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities, Joe Ball, reflects on loss, resilience and the everyday actions that make communities safer. Joe explains how inclusion, solidarity and visibility shape both remembrance and the broader fight against gender-based and family violence. Guest: Joe Ball, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Commissioner Joe Ball: Trans Day of Remembrance appeared first on JOY Drive.

2025-11-2319 min

Well, Well, Well Better Together Conference 2025We discuss the LGBTIQA+ Health, Wellbeing, and Inclusion conference in Adelaide, Better Together and hear from presenters at the show including: Connor McLeod about Ohanga Rearea, a queer inclusion framework based on Maori storytelling, Leigh Andrew Hill from outinperth.com about the future of LGBTIQA+ media, and Polly Parker from TheyConnect about their Pride Tolerance Compass for brands and marketers looking to meaningfully increase their connection with LGBTIQA+ communities. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there’s something you’d like us to ex...

2025-11-1346 min

Saturday Magazine Sat,25th Oct, 2025: Maria Bololia, Event Manager, Whittlesea LGBTIQA+ Multicultural Fair Day Paul and Kenny are joined live on air by Maria Bololia – Event Manager, Whittlesea as they discuss the 3rd annual LGBTIQA+ Multicultural Fair Day LGBTIQA+ MULTICULTURAL FAIR DAY SAT 8TH NOV3.30PM -7.30PM WHERE BARRY RD COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTRE 36 BARRY RD THOMASTOWN TRAIN TO THOMASTOWN OR BUS 554 OR 557 VENUE BEHIND KINDERGARTEN AND NEXT TO TENNIS COURTS SET BACK FROM MAIN ROAD FREE ENTRY ONSITE PARKING AVAILABLE ACTIVITIES

2025-10-2511 min

Well, Well, Well Tech-Facilitated Violence SupportWe’ve recently seen a wave of targeted attacks where perpetrators used fake profiles to lure people before ambushing them with robbery, assault, and homophobic abuse. In response, Switchboard Victoria has launched a new dedicated helpline via the Rainbow Door service (details below) to support LGBTIQA+ people who’ve experienced violence linked to dating and meet-up apps. It’s a serious issue, and in this episode Jack and Cal speak about the helpline and the support it offers with Switchboard CEO, Jenna Tuke. Mentioned in this episode: Our previous episode with Starlady discus...

2025-09-1137 min

Well, Well, Well Wear It Purple with Minus 18 Wear It Purple Day is celebrating 15 years of action and support for young LGBTIQA+ people. Founded in 2010 in response to stories of bullying and harassment, it’s a chance for us to show up for our young people, affirming that they are seen, supported, and valued. Rachel and Jordan spoke to Reb Mery, Brand Marketing Manager from Minus 18 about the significance of this day for our diverse communities. They discussed their personal experiences as young LGBTIQA+ people in highschool, and the generational differences and similarities that remain. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on...

2025-08-2846 min

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia Presents: The Latest Episode 29: Dr Ryan StorrIn this episode of The Latest, we’re joined by Dr Ryan Storr, Research Fellow at Swinburne University and co-founder of Proud 2 Play a group that advocates for LGBTIQ+ inclusion in sport. Dr Storr walks us through the key findings of his landmark Free to Exist report, the first national study to examine both participation rates and experiences of discrimination among LGBTIQA+ youth in sport. The report paints a sobering picture: young LGBTIQA+ people participate in sport at almost half the rate of their heterosexual and cisgender peers, with many dropping out entirely as they grow older. We...

2025-07-0323 min

JOY Eurovision Stronger Together with a Eurovision 2025 updateEvery year, JOY 94.9 turns to you to ask for your support in keeping Australia’s only LGBTIQA community media organisation Out, Loud and Proud. Radiothon is our annual fundraiser and this year’s theme is Stronger Together. It’s with your financial support that we can continue to amplify our diverse LGBTIQA+ voices across Australia and the world. Michael and Bryan get into the Radiothon spirit by getting together to run through some of the latest news out of Basel. Plus, there are a few brand new tunes from your Eurovision favourites. You can support JOY du...

2025-05-1233 min

Well, Well, Well LGBTIQA+ Abortion DoulaingJack speaks with Bonney Corbin about LGBTIQA+ Abortion Doulaing. Bonney is the Director of External Relations and Advocacy at MSI Reproductive Choices, an organisation which provides access to contraception and safe abortion services in 37 countries around the world. They discuss what an abortion doula is, how to support an LGBTIQA+ person having an abortion and recent changes under the Trump administration impacting international access to reproductive healthcare. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there’s something you’d like...

2025-03-2336 min

JOY Eurovision Reviewing Eurosong 2025: Taking Ireland to spaceAs we enter the calm before the Eurovision semi final storm, it’s the perfect opportunity to check in with Ireland. After teasing that Eurosong would be its own production, we ended up with another special edition of The Late Late Show. And this special edition delivered a win to Norwegian singer EMMY with a song about Laika the dog. Michael and Io take a rocket ship into the Irish cosmos to explore what else was vying for the Irish title. Can Eurosong ever break free? Who should be back next ye...

2025-03-1526 min

Well, Well, Well Inclusive Rainbow VoicesInclusive Rainbow Voices is a community led, intersectional Disabled People’s Organisation, by and for LGBTIQA+ people with disability. The organisation works at the forefront of local, national and international movements towards equity and justice for LGBTIQA+ people with disability. Cal Hawk speaks with CEO Katherine Marshall about: How IRV defines disability justice and how this informs the organisation’s approach Some of the strong themes to come from community consultation in the past year The barriers to data collection specifically relating to LGBTIQA+ people with disability, and more. Check out our other JOY...

2025-02-1253 min

Hit Me Up Interview with Rowen D’Souza CEO and President of GLTA for LGBTIQA+ tennis (includes full transcript)Host Demetra Giannakopoulos interviews Rowen D’Souza, CEO and President of GLTA, which is the international LGBTIQA+ tennis organisation. Rowen is also the Founder of the Glam Slam, a tennis tournament... LEARN MORE The post Interview with Rowen D’Souza CEO and President of GLTA for LGBTIQA+ tennis (includes full transcript) appeared first on Hit Me Up.

2024-12-2625 min

Out Takes Out Takes Recommendations for Xmas/NY plus Awards Season reviewWe managed to get the whole team together for this show so we decided it was the perfect time to serve up another batch of recommendations and reviews to get you through the holidays and what is looking like a very hot summer down under. From Aussie comedic gems like Fisk and Bump through to Queer Eye and Queer (the one with Daniel Craig), we literally had something for everyone to binge or look forward to over the holidays and well in to the new year. We also took a look at the first round of nomination announcements for t...

2024-12-1654 min

Well, Well, Well Melanated in MelbourneMelanated in Melbourne chronicles the lives of co-hosts Nicole and Ri’chard, two Black Americans living in Australia, as they navigate what it means to be a person of colour in the great Down Unda. Melanated in Melbourne intentionally amplifies the voices of historically disenfranchised individuals by primarily having LGBTIQA+ people of colour, both local and international, come on the show to share their unique stories, with guests ranging from psychologists to drag queens. Nicole and Ri’chard join Jack to discuss why they started the show, some highlights from the first two seasons, and what...

2024-12-1024 min

The I in Us Delsi MoletaThe I in Us is an Australian-based radio show about the intersex community, by the intersex community, for everyone. On this week’s show, Paul welcomed Delsi Moleta (aka Delsi Cat) to the JOY Studios. Delsi (they/she) is a proud queer person, qualified teacher, producer, business owner, and TEDx speaker. Over the past 11 years, Delsi has contributed extensively to the LGBTQIA+ sector, working with organisations such as Minus18, Switchboard Victoria, Transgender Victoria, JOY 94.9, and Rainbow Network. Delsi is also the founder of Unicorns, a grassroots LGBTQIA+ organisation they established 11 years ag...

2024-12-0443 min

Well, Well, Well Style and Spirit Opening Night & Picnic in the ParkIn early November, the Style and Spirit Exhibition was opened at the David Roche Gallery to explore the life and design ethos of an important but forgotten style icon while highlighting how HIV stigma contributed to his erasure. Chester Weinberg was the first fashion designer to die of AIDS related illness in 1985. Despite his importance and the prominence of his work, HIV stigma saw Chester literally written out of history books. In this episode of WWW, we’ll head to the exhibition’s opening and hear from co-curators Skye Bartlett and Timothy Roberts. We’ll also h...

2024-11-1456 min

Out Takes ‘Merchant Ivory’ with Stephen Soucy and ‘Audrey’ with Natalie BaileyWe go to great lengths to highlight the diversity and representation on offer in LGBTIQA+ cinema and for this program we looked at two very different films that showcase this perfectly. ‘Audrey’ is a new Aussie dark comedy coming to cinemas in November that will have you laughing and gasping at its in your face look at life in the suburbs for a family with big ambitions and a few queer secrets in its closet. We were joined by its director Natalie Bailey to talk about her extensive 25+ year career spanning theatre, music, film, and television, both as a perf...

2024-11-0355 min

Well, Well, Well World Mental Health DayIn light of World Mental Health Day on October 10, we’re talking all about mental health for our diverse communities. Bron Lawman tells us about the importance of integrating mental health support into other health services, such as HIV and sexual health care. As Thorne Harbour Health’s Director of Therapeutic Services in Victoria, Bron has a wealth of experience as a mental health nurse, having worked across several services in both Queensland and Victoria. We also hear from Sharna Ciotti about the positive impact to come from the introduction of Thorne Harbour SA’s...

2024-10-0346 min

Well, Well, Well All The Drugs – Touchbase UpdatesManager of Health Promotion at Thorne Harbour, Adam Hynes shares the latest from Touchbase, and providing education to LGBTIQA+ people about harm reduction and safety when it comes to drugs and partying. Find Touchbase here We caught up with James from VAADA earlier this year to talk about drug checking and pill testing, listen here This week’s podcast image supplied by Thorne Harbour Health This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present an...

2024-09-0822 min

Well, Well, Well App Safety and Grindr ViolenceMichael speaks to LGBTIQA+ Communities Portfolio Manager at Victoria Police, Jeremy Oliver about recent cases of violence against men using dating and hookup apps, like Grindr and social media platforms like Snapchat. Following a series of violent assaults targeting gay men, Thorne Harbour Health is calling on communities to exercise caution when using apps and social media. A growing number of incidents have recently been reported where offenders pose as legitimate users on online platforms like Grindr, Scruff, and Snapchat to lure gay and bisexual men to public spaces where they are vulnerable to assault and robbery.

2024-09-0533 min

Well, Well, Well Everyday PeopleWe are sharing everyday stories by Everyday People. This past year, Thorne Harbour has been connecting with our community to showcase the diversity of our multicultural LGBTIQA+ and PLHIV communities, and take a look at the personal narratives of people’s experience with mental health. As people who come from non English speaking backgrounds, we connected to share the impact of migration stress, identity, and their connection to culture as a protective factor when thinking about good mental health – and how they have responded to periods of mental ill health. This project, Everyday People, has centred the voic...

2024-08-1558 min

Well, Well, Well Tasty Nightclub Raid 30 Years On & the Chester Weinberg ExhibitionAs this episode went to air on JOY 94.9, we’d just passed 3 decades since the Tasty nightclub raid on August 7th 1994, which saw LGBTIQ+ patrons detained by Victoria Police for up to 7 hours, and strip and cavity searched. Following this event, we saw successful legal action from patrons against Victoria Police resulting in about 6 million dollars in payouts, a formal apology in 2014, and the creation of the LGBTIQA+ Liason Officer program which aims to create mutual trust between our diverse communities and police. We speak with Stephen and Gerry who were at Tasty that night ab...

2024-08-0858 min

Out Takes OT Recommends the Olympics + Deadpool & Wolverine and feature interview with David Charles RodriguesWe are known for celebrating representation and diversity on Out Takes so we embraced the chaos and threw everything in to this one! We turned a very queer eye to the 2024 Olympics and celebrated the record number of LGBTIQA+ athletes competing this year along with the glitz, glamour and Gaga/Celine of the opening ceremony. Then it was our review of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s latest screen collab’ that has the world turning out in droves to enjoy the camp spectacle of ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’. We then changed pace for an in-depth interview with David Charles Rodrigue...

2024-08-0553 min

Everybody Eats Winter Warmers, Savvy Savings & Avocadoes!Join Robbie, Brett, and Anastasia on this cozy episode of “Everybody Eats” as they explore what gets us through the cold months. They dive into heartwarming discussions about their favourite winter warmers, sharing the things that keep them cozy during the chilly season. With the rising cost of living, they also explore how people are coping with grocery shopping, offering budgeting tips, bulk cooking ideas, and insights on saving money while still eating well. In honor of National Avocado Day, the trio tackles the controversial question of whether avocado is truly vegan and celebrates all things avocado and...

2024-07-3041 min

Out Takes MIFF 2024, Scandinavian Film Festival and ‘Strictly Soundtracks’For this Out Takes, we were doing our best Daft Punk impression and going around the world and back again looking at the line up for two international film festivals that are back on in Melbourne this July and August and the return of a film related program to the JOY airwaves that shares a lot in common with our show. First up, we turned the spotlight on full for the program announcement for the 2024 Melbourne International Film Festival (fondly known as MIFF in these parts) and were joined by Artistic Director Al Cossar to give us the scoop...

2024-07-1553 min

Word for Word Sally GoldnerToday’s guest is Sally Goldner. Sally has dedicated her life to making the Australian community one of the best places to identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or intersex (LGBTIQA+). Sally has worked persistently for well over two decades to advocate for the rights and needs of LGBTIQA+ communities in Victoria and around Australia. Since co-founding Transgender Victoria in the late 1990s, Sally has successfully represented the transgender community in public forums, before the Victorian Parliament and in the media. Sally has worked for many years with a number of Victorian and federal government departments an...

2024-07-1450 min

Out Takes MDFF 2024 with special guest Marion Pilowsky, Environmental Accelerator Film Festival and NAIDOC Week recommendationsFor this Out Takes, we highlighted two film festivals on in Melbourne this July and provided some great queer First Nations recommendations to enjoy this NAIDOC week. First up was the return of Marion Pilowsky to discuss her wonderful documentary ‘Isla’s Way’ that we first covered last year for MQFF and is now back screening as part of this year’s Melbourne Documentary Film Festival. We also revisited our interview with Rachael Antony, the director of the Bob Brown documentary ‘The Giants’ which is featured in the upcoming Environmental Accelerator Film Festival. We wrapped up this show with some recomme...

2024-07-0854 min

Well, Well, Well Rainbow MigrantsLucasz Krzyzowski joins us to speak about his recent presentation, Rainbow Migrants: Empowering Voices & Shaping Services for CALD LGBTIQA+ Migrants. Lucasz is a Vice-Chancellor’s Research Fellow at Edith Cowan University, and gave the presentation at the Better Together 2024 Conference. Jack and Cal speak with him about some common barriers and challenges faced by LGBTIQA+ migrants when coming to Australia. We also discuss the Social Art Intervention, Karaoke with an Accent, Hackathon, and range of other initiatives that have come from Rainbow Migrants. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on...

2024-07-0454 min

Everybody Eats Special Pride RiceThis week our trans sisters Anastasia and Sasja serve up some sissy chat! For “Memorable Mouthfuls,” Ana explores a new Latin American restaurant with a “Seafood Food” delight, while Sasja indulges in juicy Spanish Mackerel dumplings. We dive into a lively discussion on Pride Month, questioning if it’s irrelevant to Aussies during our winter months. Are we overdoing it with Pride events? How does winter depression affect our celebrations? We explore the origins of Sriracha sauce and the future of advocacy, calling for new voices and envisioning what Pride should be in the next 5 years. Then it’...

2024-06-2841 min

Well, Well, Well Ballarat Pride Month and Thorne Harbour Country Regional UpdateDamien from Thorne Harbour Country joins us to discuss the issues that our communities face in the regions along with how THC address these issues through health promotion work and community connection. We also hear from the City of Ballarat’s LGBTIQA+ Community Inclusion Officer Sez all about Ballarat Pride Month. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health & wellbeing. If there’s something you’d like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ servic...

2024-06-1300 min

Yesterday Once More LGBTIQA+ SingersThis week we celebrate LGBTIQA+ singers across our decades. Starting with everyone’s darling Dusty (You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me) to never forgotten Aussie treasure Peter Allen (The... LEARN MORE The post LGBTIQA+ Singers appeared first on Yesterday Once More.

2024-06-0639 min

JOY Eurovision babbleVISION: Flourishing with JOY (Part 1)It’s JOY Radiothon time, when we ask you to help your favourite LGBTIQA media organisation by supporting us financially. It’s also the time of year when JOYEurovision finishes and babblePOP! returns. So what better way to celebrate than having an extra special crossover event – babbleVISION! Michael and Io allow some Eurovision classics to flourish alongside new releases in languages other than English, and it’s a treat for your earholes. Whose butt needs talking about? What TV show needs to find a place at JOY? Who’s pl...

2024-06-0100 min

In The Beginning Episode 16 JOY Media news for the LGBTIQA+ CommunityIn this Episode 16, we explore Joy Media’s communication with its listeners, news coverage, and role as an independent voice for the LGBTIQA+ community. Acknowledgements & Links: JOY Media Community Highlights: Tim Lennox Memorial Podcast Gary Wilson Joy Media News Director: Saturday Magazine Podcast JOY Media’s The Informer Podcast JOY Media’s QNN Podcast Play List: IT’S RAINING MEN, The Weather Girls I’M COMING OUT, Diana Ross YOU MAKE ME FEEL (MIGHTY REAL), Sylvester BORN THIS WAY, Lady Gaga

2024-05-2337 min

In The Beginning Episode 5 – JOY Radio a voice for our LGBTIQA+ rightsIn this episode 5 we celebrate how JOY Radio has provided a platform for our voices and points of view and how this is an integral part of the push... LEARN MORE

2024-03-0738 min

JOY Eurovision We're back for 2024: Checking up on some favesIt’s that time of the year again – Eurovision returns to Australia’s amazing LGBTIQA radio station. Michael and Io start the ball rolling with a quick check in with the latest news from Eurovision 2024, along with new music from some ESC favourites. What’s the go with #MarcoforMelbourne? Why’s Romania in the news? Where’s Israel in all of this? 📲 Follow JOYEurovision across the socials: linktr.ee/joy_eurovision 🌍 Not in Australia? Grab this podcast via Spotify Podcasts. Playlist Lorie ft Bilal Hassani 🏳️‍🌈...

2024-01-1323 min

Hide and Seek Ep 151 – You’re A Big Boy Now (Body Dysmorphia Series Part 1)Body dysmorphia affects queer men in nuanced ways, and while we can’t unpack every single element – we’re going to give it our best shot! Some guys experience body dysmorphia through muscle dysmorphia – sometimes called ‘bigorexia’ where the adoration of bigger bodies can become more than a erotic fascination, but a driver in how we perceive ourselves – sometimes with negative consequences. Spencer Colt rejoins us to talk about his experience, and how our image can sometimes be tied to schoolyard bullies, and if we push ourselves beyond our limits we could just find ourselves halfway up Mt. Fuji with...

2023-12-0544 min

Hide & Seek Ep 151 – You’re A Big Boy Now (Body Dysmorphia Series Part 1)Body dysmorphia affects queer men in nuanced ways, and while we can’t unpack every single element – we’re going to give it our best shot! Some guys experience body dysmorphia through muscle dysmorphia – sometimes called ‘bigorexia’ where the adoration of bigger bodies can become more than a erotic fascination, but a driver in how we perceive ourselves – sometimes with negative consequences. Spencer Colt rejoins us to talk about his experience, and how our image can sometimes be tied to schoolyard bullies, and if we push ourselves beyond our limits we could just find ourselves halfway up Mt. Fuji with...

2023-12-0544 min

For One Night Only Tex McKenzie – Out Proud Gay Man & Tireless Worker and Volunteer for the VAC & Thorne Harbour HealthIn this episode of For One Night Only (FONO), Pete Holmes talks with Out, Proud Gay Man, Tex McKenzie (Pronouns he/him) who has been an absolutely tireless worker and volunteer for the Victorian AIDS Council and now Thorne Harbour Health and we explore much of this history. Tex was born and bred in the “Darling” part of Malvern in Melbourne. His school years were difficult after he realised that he was different in year 3. His first job was as an usher in a straight porn cinema in Melbourne and then moved to more full time work with...

2023-12-012h 11

Chicks Talking Footy AFLW Pride Round – Dylan Miles LLOThe Chicks chatted to one of favourite police officers Dylan Miles LLO (LGBTIQA+ Liaison Officer). Dylan chatted about the role LLO’s play at events like Pride Game, how the LLO’s... LEARN MORE The post AFLW Pride Round – Dylan Miles LLO appeared first on Chicks Talking Footy.

2023-11-1412 min

For One Night Only Demetra Giannakopoulos – Film and Theatre Writer/Director/Editor, Mediator, Tennis Tragic & Out Proud JOY PresenterIn this episode of For One Night Only (FONO), Pete Holmes talks with the host of JOY’s sports show “Sidelined” who describes herself as a tennis tragic, Demetra Giannakopoulos (Pronouns She/Her). Demetra was born in the Queen Victoria Hospital (now a women’s centre) in Melbourne and grew up in Richmond and then the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. She is of Greek heritage and now lives in St Kilda. She worked as a litigation lawyer in the building sector for much of her career and is now a mediator in the same sector. She is also a filmmake...

2023-07-102h 05

For One Night Only A Mixtape For All The Letters of Our LGBTIQA+ CommunityIn this episode of For One Night Only (FONO), Pete Holmes is joined by the wonderful Trans duo, Joss & Jen and we play a mixtape for every letter of our LGBTIQA+ community. Join us for the ultimate LGBTIQA+ mixtape which includes songs from Hayley Kiyoko, Mary Lambert, Blur, Domo Wilson, Mila Jam, The Darts, Adam Lambert, and many, many more. Here’s the list of songs but you’ll have to listen to find out more about each song: Play Order Song Title Song Artist 1 Girls Like Girls Hayley Kiyoko 2 Secrets Mary Lambert 3 Holding Out For a Her...

2023-07-032h 00

Word for Word Michael DaltonLisa Daniel hosts Word for Word on JOY 94.9 and her guest is Michael Dalton. Born in the UK, Michael’s professional career began as a 10-year-old when he played the title role in the 1980 West End production of Oliver! After his family immigrated to Australia in the 80s, Michael played various roles on television in shows such as Neighbours and The Henderson Kids and in 1990, Michael began his relationship with The Rocky Horror Picture Show, performing in and staying with the production as it toured Australia, New Zealand the UK and Europe. Michael subsequently toured with...

2023-06-0355 min

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia Presents: The Latest Episode 15: Reverend Dr Josephine InkpinContent note: This episode may cover topics you find uncomfortable or triggering. Support is available: QLife provides Australia-wide, anonymous LGBTIQ+ peer support. QLife services are free and available over the phone or on webchat: Call 1800 184 527 or visit qlife.org.au, every day between 3pm and midnight. The Latest in LGBTIQ+ Health and Policy is a podcast that brings you the health and wellbeing hot topic discussions that matter to LGBTIQ+ people. On this episode, we chat with Rev. Dr Josephine Inkpin, a minister in the Uniting Church of Australia and the first openly trans person...

2023-03-2125 min

Word for Word Dr Judy TangLisa Daniel hosts Word for Word on JOY94.9. Lisa’s guest is Dr. Judy Tang who is a practicing Clinical Neuropsychologist with over 10 years of career and academic expertise in Clinical Neuropsychology and provides neuropsychological services for medico-legal and community settings, workshops and seminars both to her professional peers and wider community, as well as advocacy in the areas of health, ageing and community care. Dr Tang is currently a Commissioner at the Victorian Multicultural Commission. She also is a Board Director at the Victorian Pride Centre, a strong advocate for multiculturalism and LGBTIQA+ communities and in 2019, she w...

2023-01-1455 min

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia Presents: The Latest Episode 11: Mon SchafterThe Latest in LGBTIQ+ Health and Policy is a podcast that brings you the health and wellbeing hot topic discussions that matter to LGBTIQ+ people. Mon Schafter (they/them) is a Walkley Award-winning journalist, producer and presenter who has told countless stories for ABC TV’s 7:30 and Hungry Beast, and a wide range of documentary projects. They are the content lead for the ABCQueer platform and also a non-executive director of LHA member Twenty10, who provide support for young LGBTIQA+ people in New South Wales. If this episode raises any issues for you, or if yo...

2022-12-2319 min

For One Night Only David Gale – Out Proud Gay Man, Recovering Addict, JOY Daytimes & Hooked Presenter – Part 1In Part 1 of this episode of For One Night Only (FONO), Pete Holmes talks to his wonderful guest co-host, David Gale about the mixtape and the story of his life so far. David has had four significant relationships, is still recovering from addiction after many years, and is a radio presenter on JOY Daytimes and Hooked which shines a light on addiction in the LGBTIQA+ community. His mixtape covers a wide range of music and includes Cilla Black, Ronnie Burns, The Carpenters, Lipps Inc, Hall & Oates, The Models, Dannii, Pet Shop Boys, Galantis, Sam Smith, Amy Winehouse, a...

2022-12-151h 27

For One Night Only David Gale – Out Proud Gay Man, Recovering Addict, JOY Daytimes & Hooked Presenter – Part 2In Part 2 of this episode of For One Night Only (FONO), Pete Holmes continues talking to his wonderful guest co-host, David Gale about the mixtape and the story of his life so far. David has had four significant relationships, is still recovering from addiction after many years, and is a radio presenter on JOY Daytimes and Hooked which shines a light on addiction in the LGBTIQA+ community. His mixtape covers a wide range of music and includes Cilla Black, Ronnie Burns, The Carpenters, Lipps Inc, Hall & Oates, The Models, Dannii, Pet Shop Boys, Galantis, Sam Smith, Amy W...

2022-12-151h 27

Word for Word Greg AxtensLisa Daniel’s guest on Word for Word is Greg Axtens. Greg is a well-known and much loved member of Melbourne’s LGBTIQA+ community. Diagnosed at 3 months old with cerebral palsy, Greg’s family were told he would never speak. Greg is here over 50 years later to prove that advice wrong. A transcript of this podcast can be found here: Greg Axtens Transcript Word for Word is hosted by Lisa Daniel on JOY 94.9, produced by Ellen Spalding, podcasted by Jacqueline Shields. & Thomas Olejniczak. This podcast originally aired on July 2nd, 2022. For further information head to JOY 94...

2022-07-0255 min

Word for Word Q-mmunity Network News (QNN) – Queer Weekly News and Sport BulletinYour weekly five minute bulletin from the Q-mmunity Network News (QNN) team providing the diverse lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender, queer and intersex communities with the latest Australian and international LGBTIQA+ news andThe post Q-mmunity Network News (QNN) – Queer Weekly News and Sport Bulletin appeared first on Word for Word.

2022-05-2705 min

Better Together 2021: The (Inter)Personal is PoliticalWelcome to the 2021 Better Together Conference Podcast. Recorded live at the Adelaide Convention Centre on the 18th and 19th of June, 2021. These sessions were proudly recorded and produced by JOY 94.9. A panel reflecting on the experiences of Pride of the South in Adelaide’s southern suburbs. Through community leadership and grassroots democracy, nurturing positive relationships within all three levels of government, stories from the lives of our constituency resonating with and influencing broader social change at local, state and federal levels. This panel represents an opportunity to reflect on the experiences of a particular LGBTIQA+ co...

2021-12-2637 min

JOY Community Highlights International Day of People With Disability 2021 – Greg AxtensDisability advocate, LGBTIQA+ advocate and Pride Ambassaador Greg Axtens speaks with Paul Horwell about what International Day of People with Disability means to him. The post International Day of People With Disability 2021 – Greg Axtens appeared first on JOY Community Highlights.

2021-12-0208 min

JOY Community Highlights International Day of People With Disability 2021 – Dr Rhonda GalballyIn celebration of International Day of People with Disability 2021, disability advocate and LGBTIQA+ advocate Ruby Mountford interviews Dr Rhonda Galbally. Dr Galbally is a Commissioner of the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disabilities. She worked to develop the National Disability and Carer Alliance that brought together people with disabilities, families and carers with services to campaign for the National Disability insurance Scheme. With a career spanning decades in positions at the highest levels, Dr Galbally has fought for the rights of people with disabilities and families to bring about...

2021-12-0227 min

Better Together 2021: Building an LGBTQIA+ Community WatchdogWelcome to the 2021 Better Together Conference Podcast. Recorded live at the Adelaide Convention Centre on the 18th and 19th of June, 2021. These sessions were proudly recorded and produced by JOY 94.9. The South Australian Rainbow Advocacy Alliance Community Advisory Group has been working hard to provide a strong voice to Government on the needs of LGBTIQA+ people. Hear about our work so far, and what we have learned about engaging diverse communities. Listeners will: Learn effective community engagement skills and methods Get an update on the work of the Community Advisory Group, next steps and how to get...

2021-11-1431 min

Word for Word Grace LeeJoin Lisa Daniel on Word for Word. Lisa’s guest this week is Grace Lee. Grace was born in the UK and emigrated to Australia in 1990. With a career that has spanned academia and the IT industry as a project manager, Grace is now a psychotherapist and counsellor who has extensive experience working with trans, gender diverse and non-binary people. With her second wife Sheila, Grace co-founded Ovarian Cancer Australia and was Chair of Board of Directors for the first 10 years and remained on the Board for a further 7 years. She is still involved, but also now works for Thorne...

2021-06-1255 min

The Gender Agenda Ep. 85 – Talking activism with Johnny Valkyrie & music from Dua SalehJohnny Valkyrie Johnny Valkyrie is our guest and is an LGBTIQA+ activist and consultant. Johnny Valkyrie talks about intersectional queerness, complex identity and activism. We have our regular world news wrap and our music artist is Dua Saleh. Dua Saleh is a Sudanese-American non-binary rap artist based in Minneapolis who got their start in slam poetry. They rap in both English and Arabic, exploring topics of race, sexuality and bilingualism. Their new EP

2020-07-1458 min

The Gender Agenda Ep. 84 – Creating community with Sage Akouri & music from SOPHIESage Akouri Sage Akouri joins us and is the co-founder of a new community initiative titled Speak. Speak is an online platform that allows LGBTIQA+ community members to connect and feel safe while also promoting empowerment. We have our regular news from around the world, warm and fluffy time and music from SOPHIE. SOPHIE is a trans, Scottish DJ and electronic pop artist with an industrial influence and has produced for acts such as Madonna, Charli XCX, Dorian Electra, Kim Petras, Flume, and many more. Try the Validation Station – a free daily trans positivity text service, www.validat...

2020-07-1259 min

The Gender Agenda Ep. 83 – Interview chat about Minus18 w/ guest host Ana & the music of OpensideRowan & Rebeckah Rowan and guest cohost Ana are in the studio. Our guest this evening Felix – alongside their partner – recently helped Minus18 produce resources for parents of queer kids, and discuss these resources and the importance of supporting parents alongside their LGBTIQA+ children. There’s world news and more uplifting warm and fuzzy topics Don’t forget The Validation Station – a free daily trans positivity text service www.validationstation.net We feature the music of Openside, a Kiwi pop band from Auckland, fronted by non-binary lead singer, Possum Plows. This show was originally broadcast on May 2...

2020-07-1156 min

Mad Wednesdays Regional Pride goes virtual this Saturday with PRIDE-SOLATIONDamien Stevens-Todd joined Rachel and Dean for one last time on MAD Wednesday for Country Cousins, taking us through some of the amazing regional events for Victoria’s LGBTIQA+ communities. One of those exciting events is Pride-solation, and we were joined by Claudia from Throne Harbour Country to find out all about it. Pride-Solation is an Australian first. COVID-19 isolation has inspired 15 regional LGBTIQA_ organisations and community groups to come together online to celebrate their communities and pride in a one-off live streamed event highlighting the uniqueness of rural and regional Victoria and unify the comm...

2020-06-1913 min

Mad Wednesdays What’s happening regionally with Country CousinsDamien Stevens-Todd joins Dean & Rach on MAD Wednesday to let them know what events are happening in regional Victoria for our LGBTIQA+ communities. The post What’s happening regionally with Country Cousins appeared first on Mad Wednesdays.

2020-06-1010 min

Nicholes Family Lawyers Podcast Chicks Talking Footy: A conversation with Fiona and Bree from JOY 94.9 In this podcast Rebecca Dahl and Sally Nicholes of Nicholes Family Lawyers speak with Fiona and Bree from “Chicks Talking Footy” on JOY 94.9, an independent radio station for the diverse lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex communities in Victoria. The Chicks Talking Footy team are broadcasting pioneers, broadcasting live at all official AFL and AFLW Pride Games since 2016, giving a voice to LGBTIQA+ players and supporters. They have also lead the way helping develop LGBTIQA+ inclusion policies at AFL Clubs and stadiums around Australia. In this podcast Fiona and Bree talk about life in i...

2020-06-0433 min

Mad Wednesdays Country Cousins on JOY with Damien Stevens-ToddDamien Stevens-Todd joins Dean & Rach on MAD Wednesday to let them know what events are happening in regional Victoria for our LGBTIQA+ communities. The post Country Cousins on JOY with Damien Stevens-Todd appeared first on Mad Wednesdays.

2020-05-2708 min

Driving You Mad, Driving You Crazy REQUEST HOUR: You Asked for It so It’s the Radiothon Request Hour inc your LGBTIQA+ anthems, memberships & donations + all the fun #ListenNOWYou Asked for It! It’s the JOY Radiothon 2020 Request Hour inc your LGBTIQA+ anthems, memberships and donations + all the fun #ListenNow for all the fun and music… And, thank you, thank you to all of you who became members, renewed as members, subscribed or donated on the night. If you forgot to support JOY during radiothon you can, of course still support us by using the links below. The request hour is on between 6 and 7 pm each Friday so send in your music (or other – use your imagination!) requests when we’re on-air or via our Facebook pag...

2020-05-2751 min

Nicholes Family Lawyers Podcast Elder Issues & the LGBTQIA+ Community: Joe Ball, Switchboard & Jessica Stott, WIRE In this podcast, Rebecca Dahl and Sally Nicholes of Nicholes Family Lawyers speak with Joe Ball, CEO of Switchboard and Jessica Stott, acting CEO of WIRE (Women’s Information Referral Exchange) about Elder Issues in the LGBTQIA community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Switchboard is a not-for-profit organisation providing support services to the LGBTQIA+ community in Victoria, including its ‘Out & About’ social home visiting service for LGBTQIA+ Victorians at risk of social isolation and it’s various telephone and web-based counselling and referral services. WIRE is a not-for-profit information and referral service for women, non-bina...

2020-05-2639 min

Nicholes Family Lawyers Podcast Parenting & The LGBTIQA+ Community during COVID-19 In this podcast, Rebecca Dahl, Sally Nicholes and Charlotte Wyles of Nicholes Family Lawyers speak with Rodney Chiang-Cruise about his surrogacy and IVF journey as a member of the LGTBIQA+ community and co-parenting his Rainbow family in social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please note that during this podcast we discuss the Victorian government’s suspension of elective surgeries in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, since recording the podcast, the Federal Government has indicated that certain elective surgeries (including IVF) will be able to recommence as of 25 April 2020. Find out more about Ni...

2020-05-2535 min

Driving You Mad, Driving You Crazy Fave TV/Streaming binges + LGBTIQA+ songs What else is there to do in Virus Lock-down but binge? Listeners share their favourite TV and streaming shows, a bit of food and drink and, for Request Hour, favourite LGBTIQA+ songs. But lock-down won’t last forever. Hannah Fox phones in to tell all about Rising, a new festival in Melbourne that was supposed to start this year but is now looking ahead to May 26 to June 6, 2021. We will be there! The post Fave TV/Streaming binges + LGBTIQA+ songs appeared first on Driving You Mad, Driving You Crazy.

2020-05-2453 min

The Informer ‘No’ electorates and health outcomes; the Darlington StatementSupport the Informer Daily, Donate to JOY New research from Monash University links the postal marriage equality survey no electorates with worse health outcomes for LGBTIQA+ people. In part due... LEARN MORE The post ‘No’ electorates and health outcomes; the Darlington Statement appeared first on The Informer.

2020-05-2027 min

Mad Wednesdays IDAHOBIT is Minus18’s busiest & most exciting time of year!Miller from Minus18 joined Rach and Dean on MAD Wednesday to tell them about all the exciting things this fantastic LGBTIQA+ youth organisation are doing this weekend for IDAHOBIT. They... LEARN MORE The post IDAHOBIT is Minus18’s busiest & most exciting time of year! appeared first on Mad Wednesdays.

2020-05-1409 min

The Informer Working it out and LGBTIQ Legal Centre’s Change Your ID webinarSupport the Informer Daily, Donate to JOY The Tasmanian group Working It Out have new resources for the Tasmanian LGBTIQA+ community – we find out more. And Sam Elkin from... LEARN MORE The post Working it out and LGBTIQ Legal Centre’s Change Your ID webinar appeared first on The Informer.

2020-05-1327 min

The Informer New concerns for the Polish LGBTIQA+ communitySupport the Informer Daily, Donate to JOY Elections in Poland have seen the country’s far-right Law and Justice party re-elected, raising concerns for the Polish LGBTIQA+ community. The Law and... LEARN MORE The post New concerns for the Polish LGBTIQA+ community appeared first on The Informer.

2020-04-2705 min

Mad Wednesdays JOY giving a voice to queer artists on the airwaves – Greg GouldSinger/Songwriter Greg Gould joined Rach and Dean for MAD Wednesdays JOY Radiothon Special, as they discussed the importance of indecent media like JOY elevating LGBTIQA+ Australian voices. When he was... LEARN MORE The post JOY giving a voice to queer artists on the airwaves – Greg Gould appeared first on Mad Wednesdays.

2020-04-2618 min

Youth In Control Queer 101, Gen Z on LGBTIQA+ & Youth NewsIn our latest podcast, Shiralee educates us in Queer 101, Leon interviews his 11 year old brother Andre on what he knows and thinks about the LGBTIQA+ community and Sam brings us all the latest […] http://joy.org.au/youthincontrol/wp-content/uploads/sites/363/2020/04/2020-04-04-YouthInControl-Queer101-GenZ-News.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 28:20 — 13.0MB) Subscribe or Follow Us: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS The post Queer 101, Gen Z on LGBTIQA+ & Youth News appeared first on Youth In Control.

2020-04-1200 min

Youth In Control Religious Discrimination, Marto’s Movie Munch & Israel FolauYour host Leon chats to Darcy and Anthony about issues impacting LGBTIQA+ youth communities including the government’s proposed Religious Discrimination Bill and the latest Israel Folau controversy. On a lighter note, Anthony takes us through […] http://joy.org.au/youthincontrol/wp-content/uploads/sites/363/2020/03/2020-03-07-YouthInControl.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 30:22 — 13.9MB) Subscribe or Follow Us: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS The post Religious Discrimination, Marto’s Movie Munch & Israel Folau appeared first on Youth In Control.

2020-03-2600 min

The Informer How are libraries helping out? What’s happening in the arts? New research on disability inclusionTonight: Your COVID-19 update How are libraries helping out? What’s available? New research on LGBTIQA+ disability inclusion is out – we find out the details Shows are cancelled, people are... LEARN MORE The post How are libraries helping out? What’s happening in the arts? New research on disability inclusion appeared first on The Informer.

2020-03-1927 min

The Informer Trikone – supporting the South Asian LGBTIQA+ communityWe spoke with Kunal from Trikone, a Facebook and community group for people from South Asia. It’s part of the Your Voice Matters campaign, which is a partnership between the... LEARN MORE The post Trikone – supporting the South Asian LGBTIQA+ community appeared first on The Informer.

2020-03-1011 min

Queer Island Discs Ruby MountfordCo-founder of Melbourne Bisexual Network Ruby Mountford joined us in studio to share their Queer Island Disc. Ruby’s songs tell the story of someone who had dealt with and worked through a lot in their almost 30 years. It also reveals someone who loves a bop! Ruby sits on the Autism Spectrum Australia LGBTIQA+ Advisory Committee. They are also the Communications and Administrations Officer at Pride Foundation Australia. Queer Island Discs airs Saturdays at 1pm on JOY 94.9. Follow QID on Facebook and Twitter The post Ruby Mountford appear...

2020-03-0156 min

The Informer Where you live, where you work and LGBTIQA+ folksWe spoke with Denton Callender about geospatial research and why where you live can have different health outcomes? He is the Deputy Director of Columbia University’s Spatial Epidemiology Lab. He’s... LEARN MORE The post Where you live, where you work and LGBTIQA+ folks appeared first on The Informer.

2020-02-2623 min

Mad Wednesdays Councillors Corner : Showing your pride your own wayIn our monthly Councillors Corner, Dr Elizabeth and Dean dive into handling FOMO and social anxiety in LGBTIQA+ communities, and how you can show your pride your own way. If... LEARN MORE The post Councillors Corner : Showing your pride your own way appeared first on Mad Wednesdays.

2020-02-2114 min

Youth In Control public vs. privateOur own Leon talks his upcoming short doco that’ll be exploring sexual education and awareness for the LGBTIQA+ communities in both public and private secondary schools within Melbourne, and whether there is a difference… or […] http://joy.org.au/youthincontrol/wp-content/uploads/sites/363/2019/06/leons-film.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 8:25 — 11.6MB) Subscribe or Follow Us: Apple Podcasts | Android | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS The post public vs. private appeared first on Youth In Control.

2019-06-0600 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries He - Him by Stacey MalacariThis story won first prize in the 2017 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short story Competition. www.outstandingstories.net

2018-07-2505 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries Regular Boring Sex by Stacey MalacariThis story won second prize in the 2017 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.net

2018-07-2504 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries High Tide by Alex SouleThis story won the youth prize for the 2017 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.net

2018-07-2504 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries A Day At The Beach by Stephane ValaisThis story was runner up for the youth prize for the 2017 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.net

2018-07-2503 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries Lys Mediterannee by Nadia BaileyThis story was Highly Commended in the 2017 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.net

2018-07-2505 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries Apocolypse Story by Mira SchlosbergThis story was Highly Commended in the 2017 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short story Competition. www.outstandingstories.net

2018-07-2503 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries The Rimmer And The Germaphobe by Jimmy TwinThis story won Highly Commended in the 2017 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition www.outstandingstories.net

2018-07-2505 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries Portrait of a High to Moderate Functioning Alcoholic by Courtney ThompsonThis was the 2017 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition Queerstories prize, and was also read at a Queerstories event in January 2018. www.outstandingstories.net

2018-07-2506 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries Caught Out by Clare RichardsonThis story was Highly Commended in the 2016 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short story Competition. www.outstandingstories.net

2017-07-1204 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries Open by Sam ElkinThis story won second prize in the 2016 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short story Competition. www.outstandingstories.net

2017-07-1104 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries The illusion by Nicole WhiteThis story was Highly Commended in the 2016 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.net

2017-07-1005 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries The Boys by Julie GalvinThis story won third prize in the 2016 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.net

2017-06-0605 min

OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries Tassie Awakening by Clare RichardsonThis story won first prize in the 2016 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.net

2017-06-0605 min

Stand Up Straight Sara gives us some Headspace<p>Michelle, Stephanie and Clayton are joined in the studio by Sara from Headspace. The team talk about Sara’s amazing activism and support for the LGBTIQA community and the great work that Headspace does. </p> <div class="powerpress_player" id="powerpress_player_9220"><audio class="wp-audio-shortcode" id="audio-1197-181" preload="none" style="width: 100%;" controls="controls"><source type="audio/mpeg" src="http://joy.org.au/standupstraight/wp-content/uploads/sites/240/2016/07/SUS-21-7-16.mp3?_=181" /><...

2016-07-3000 min