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Emerging queer artist and proud trans dude, Jax Giles-Webb, joins the show to talk about his new band, Bite My Tongue. The post Episode 17 Season 4 Jax Giles-Webb (Musician) appeared first on The Open Table.

Another rising star joins us on The Open Table this week. Joining Craig M Brown is the multi-talented Jordie Tomas — singer, musician, writer, producer, actor… and possibly even more than a triple threat. Tune in with Ethan Chiodo Hall as we dive into Jordie’s creative journey, the stories behind the music, and get an exclusive sneak preview of the latest single, Intertwined. The post Season 4 – Jordie Thomas appeared first on The Open Table.

Craig chats to former West Coast Eagles player, Mitch Brown about bi-sexuality, growing up in a hyper-masculine environment, Mitch’s discovery of queer joy, being confronted about his sexuality and queer parenting. The post Episode 11 – Season 4 – Mitch Brown (1st AFL player to identify as LGBTQIA+) appeared first on The Open Table.

Greens MP and friend of The Open Table, Aiv Puglielli, discusses with Craig Brown the important Vic State Parliamentary inquiry into anti-LGBTQIA hate and violence. This includes how to make a submission, who should make one, how recent that has to be, and how the inquiry came about. Have a listen if you’ve been a victim of anti-LGBTQIA+ vitriol, hate or violence, or know someone who has been. Get the facts on what your submission can mean. https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/antilgbtqiahatecrimes The post Episode 9 – Season 4 – Aiv Puglielli (Vic State Greens MP) appeared first on The Open Table.

In this episode, Craig chats to Tamzyn Bielecka, JOY celebrity, about queer representation in film and TV The post Episode 4 – Season 4 – Tamzyn Bielecka (JOY celebrity) appeared first on The Open Table.

This episode of The Open Table features a special guest from the world of elite sport: GWS Giants AFLW player Tilly Lucas-Rodd (@tillylr). Tilly has been a trailblazer throughout their career, from being the inaugural captain and Best & Fairest winner at Hawthorn to their recent move to the GWS Giants. Beyond their on-field achievements, Tilly is a vital voice for the LGBTQIA+ community. The post Episode 2 – Season 4 – AFLW Star Tilly Lucas-Rodd appeared first on The Open Table.

This episode of The Open Table features a special guest Joe Ball, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities. Joe Ball is leading systemic reform to advance the rights, safety and wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ people across Victoria. The post Episode 1 – Season 4 – Joe Ball, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities appeared first on The Open Table.

We are thrilled to welcome the amazing Joanna Jones (@saintergomusic) to the studio! She’s giving our listeners a special sneak peek of some brand-new music she’s been working on. You won’t want to miss this exclusive listen! Listen now now to celebrate the end of an amazing year with The Open Table! The post Episode 19- Season 3- Joanna Jones – Year Finale appeared first on The Open Table.

This week on @theopentable, we’re bringing you an episode that is both profoundly serious and surprisingly invigorating. Host @craigmbrown sits down for an in-depth, candid, and often fun chat with Dr. @lukeslamdunkwilson. Dr. Wilson joins us to share his personal journey through faith, his experiences with Christianity, and the deeply challenging world of conversion therapy. This conversation goes beyond the headlines, offering a raw and intelligent look at how these complex dynamics have shaped his life and his incredible work. Dr. Lucas Wilson is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Toronto, and a leading voice in the critical examination of practices intended to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity. He is the editor of the important and timely book, ‘Shame-Sex Attraction.’ In this episode, Lucas doesn’t just discuss his research; he opens up about his own story. The post Episode 17- Season 3- Lucas Wilson appeared first on The Open Table.

We’re thrilled to welcome the award-winning Egyptian-Australian writer and journalist, Daniel Nour. Daniel is the recipient of the NSW Premier’s Young Journalist of the Year Award and was the 2022 Young Australian of the Year. He joins us fresh off the release of his powerful debut memoir, How to Dodge Flying Sandals, which hit shelves in May this year. This is a must-listen episode, as Daniel dives deep into the intersection of queer and migrant experiences—a perfect fit for the conversations we champion here on The Open Table. In this deeply personal conversation, we go beyond the standard narrative of “coming out.” Daniel shares his nuanced and moving “letting in / coming out experience in a migrant family.” We discuss the challenges, humor, and heart involved in reconciling culture and sexuality, and how he navigated this intimate journey with his family. Daniel offers valuable insights into the concept of “letting in”—fostering acceptance and understanding by opening a door to your world, rather than simply bursting through one. The post Episode 16- Season 3- Daniel Nour appeared first on The Open Table.