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Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastAndrew-Catherine - BendigoAndrew Catherine (they/them) is a genderfluid advocate and community member living in Bendigo, Victoria.In this episode, Andrew Catherine reflects on their journey of self-discovery, from navigating gender identity later in life to recently starting hormone replacement therapy. They discuss the challenges of growing up without access to the support and resources available today and how that shaped their understanding of gender. Through excerpts from their first interview in 2023, we revisit their reflections on identity, self-acceptance, and the impact of community support. Andrew Catherine shares how their confidence and self-love have grown over the past year...2025-05-0916 min
Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastKevin - FitzroyKevin (he/him) is an 80-year-old former tram conductor, LGBTQIA+ activist, and storyteller living in Melbourne, Victoria.In this episode, Ken shares his experiences of coming out in the 1970s when holding hands in public could lead to arrest. He reflects on the profound changes he has witnessed in LGBTQIA+ rights over the decades, from police persecution to Pride celebrations filling the streets. Ken also takes us on a journey through his rich and varied life—from working as a tram conductor in Melbourne to spending 20 years in the U.S., where he met his late partner of...2025-05-0220 min
Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastStella - GeelongStella (she/her) is a Canadian medical student living in Geelong, Victoria, who is passionate about challenging relationship norms and advocating for aromantic visibility.In this episode, Stella shares her journey of self-discovery, from realizing she was aromantic just shy of 20 to navigating the societal pressures of romantic relationships. She reflects on how relationship hierarchies often prioritize romantic partners over friendships, a structure she has never subscribed to. Stella also discusses the challenges of moving to Australia to pursue her dream of studying medicine, the complexities of being far from family, and how finding the right community...2025-04-2544 min
Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastCath - WangarattaCath (she/her) is a later-in-life lesbian, community advocate, and proud mother living in Wangaratta, Victoria.In this episode, Cath shares her journey of self-discovery and coming out in her 50s after spending much of her life conforming to societal expectations. She reflects on growing up in a culture where being with a woman never seemed like an option, her experience navigating relationships, and the turning point that led her to embrace her identity. Cath also opens up about her recent marriage breakup, the importance of self-reflection, and her involvement with LINE Wangaratta, where she hopes to...2025-04-1819 min
Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastRen - SheppartonRen (they/them) is a genderqueer, neurodivergent social worker, podcaster, and proud parent living in Shepparton, Victoria.In this episode, Ren shares their journey of self-discovery and the intersections of being trans, neurodivergent, and a parent in regional Victoria. They reflect on their experience growing up in Shepparton, navigating gender identity, and the challenges of visibility in a small town. Ren discusses their work in mental health, the importance of community care, and their podcast Transcending the Narrative, which explores trans and gender-diverse stories through a narrative therapy lens. They also open up about a traumatic incident...2025-04-1143 min
Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastReilly - WarnamboolReilly (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 comm...2025-04-0337 min
Saturday MagazineSaturday, 29th, March, 2025: Minister Vicki Ward, Minister for Equality; Trans day of visibility, Rainbow Libraries toolkit-Victoria’s Pride Street Party-LGBTIQA+Tamzyn and Macca talk to Minister Vicki Ward, Trans day of visibility, Rainbow Libraries toolkit- Changes to vilification laws-Midsumma season and Victoria’s Pride Street Party-LGBTIQA+ Organisational Development Grants
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2025-04-0214 minSaturday MagazineSaturday, 29th, March, 2025: Minister Vicki Ward, Minister for Equality; Trans day of visibility, Rainbow Libraries toolkit-Victoria’s Pride Street Party-LGBTIQA+Tamzyn and Macca talk to Minister Vicki Ward, Trans day of visibility, Rainbow Libraries toolkit- Changes to vilification laws-Midsumma season and Victoria’s Pride Street Party-LGBTIQA+ Organisational Development Grants
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Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastRobbie - BendigoRobbie (she/her) is a transgender woman, pilot, and race car driver living in Bendigo, Victoria.In this episode, Robbie shares her remarkable journey from flying jet planes at 19 in the Air Force to racing cars and navigating life as a trans woman in a male-dominated world. She reflects on her struggles with dyslexia and gender dysphoria, the challenges of growing up in an environment that didn't allow her to be herself, and the turning point that led her to finally embrace her identity. Robbie also discusses her advocacy work with Trans and Gender Diverse Bendigo and...2025-03-2746 min
Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastRiley - WonthaggiRiley (he/him) is a 15-year-old trans man from Wonthaggi with a passion for climate change awareness, disability rights, and queer activism.In this episode, Riley shares his journey of self-discovery, including realizing he was queer at a young age and later identifying as a trans man. He discusses the challenges of navigating school environments, moving to a new school where he found a supportive community, and how safe spaces like the YES Youth Hub have been transformative for him. Riley also reflects on the importance of advocacy, his aspirations for the future, and his belief in...2025-03-2030 min
Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastAngela - Yallourn North Angela (she/her) is a pansexual transgender woman and the former General Manager of Transgender Victoria, living in Gippsland.In this episode, Angela shares her deeply personal journey of self-discovery, from coming out as pansexual to embracing her identity as a transgender woman a year later. She reflects on navigating depression, self-doubt, and societal ignorance, and how transitioning transformed her life for the better. Angela also discusses her father's initial resistance to her coming out, his journey toward becoming an ally, and her advocacy for creating safer, more inclusive spaces for the LGBTQIA+ community in regional Victoria.2025-03-1316 min
Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastZara - BendigoZara (she/they) is a non-binary trans woman, community development worker, and advocate living in Bendigo, Victoria.In this episode, Zara reflects on her journey of self-discovery, coming out as transgender at 40, and navigating gender expectations in a deeply gendered society. She shares her insights into the challenges and triumphs of transitioning in a regional town, the power of self-love, and her hopes for a future free of restrictive gender norms. Zara also discusses her work as the founder and chair of Trans and Gender Diverse Bendigo and Beyond, advocating for inclusion, visibility, and community support in...2025-03-0633 min
Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastCris - SheppartonCris Stevens-Todd (he/him) is a podcast creator, activist, and proud dad living in Shepparton, Victoria.In this episode, Cris shares his journey from navigating his sexuality in a small regional town to becoming a media award-winning podcast creator. He reflects on his advocacy work for marriage equality, his experiences raising his daughter Fletcher with his husband Damien, and the joy and challenges of parenting in a rainbow family. Cris also discusses the importance of storytelling in regional communities, the impact of his podcasting work, and his dedication to amplifying diverse LGBTQIA+ voices....2025-02-2750 min
Miss ChatelaineDoing my time – Show #340 (part 1), 9 February 2025It’s a beautiful day for the final event of the 2025 Midsumma Festival, Victoria’s Pride, and Katie celebrates with an all-Australian playlist of gorgeous songs by artists from Narrm/Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, south-western Victoria, Byron Bay, Sydney and Boorloo/Perth. Here is the playlist:
Garden – Darvid Thor
Paracetamol – Sam Buckingham
Doing My Time – Blue Windows
Always Have Me – Cassidy-Rae
Magnet – Grand Baxter
Normal – Mathilde Anne
Digital Clock – Alexander Biggs
The Aeroplane – Helen Shanahan
Wild Card – Whiskey Jack
Singing Our Way Home – Áine Tyrrell ft. Leah Manaema Avene
No More Secrets – The Settlement
Above: Blue Windows’ Northern Sky album cover art...2025-02-2356 min
Pridefinder: The Rainbow Road Trip PodcastDamien - SheppartonDamien (he/him) is a program manager, activist, and proud dad living in Shepparton, Victoria.In this episode, Damien shares his inspiring journey from self-shame to self-love. Reflecting on his upbringing in a faith-based household and enduring years of internalised homophobia, he discusses the importance of building safe and inclusive spaces for LGBTQIA+ communities in regional areas. Damien recounts his role in establishing Goulburn Valley Pride, which celebrates its 20th anniversary next year, and his work advocating for queer communities through Thorne Harbour Country. He also opens up about his life with his partner Chris, their daughter...2025-02-2040 min