Coming out, Blak
Coming out, Blak
Coming out, Blak is a podcast dedicated to supporting and celebrating First Nations mob in the LGBTQ+ community. We’ve developed this podcast to share stories & we want you to join us for these conversations! Follow @comingoutblak on Instagram to connectSocial links:
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Work Horror Stories!
In this episode, Matika talks about her worst experience in the workplace! She discusses instances of cultural insensitivity, ageism, and racial stereotypes and how she was fired after raising her concerns. Matika and Courtney discuss the importance of addressing these issues and creating cultura…
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KIMBERLEY ★ BLAK ★PRIDE ★
In this episode of "Coming Out Black," Matika and Courtney interview Tony Lee, the founder of the Kimberly Blak Pride festival. Tony shares his personal journey as a gay First Nations man growing up in Broome, Western Australia, and the challenges he faced living a double life. He discusses the imp…
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Witchy Wisdom: Navigating Gender Fluidity and Self-Care with Allira Potter
Join Courtney in a riveting conversation with Allira Potter, a prominent voice within the queer First Nations community. As a multifaceted advocate celebrated for her work in public speaking and intuitive readings, Allira shares their remarkable journey navigating gender identity, culture, and pers…
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Embracing Identity: A Conversation with Angelica Rose Lockyer
In this episode, Matika sits down with Angelica Rose Lockyer, a Genderqueer First Nations performer, to explore the depths of identity, the art of First Nations storytelling, and the anticipation surrounding their upcoming theatre show, 'Back to Birdy.' Through their candid conversation, they delve…
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Echoes of Identity: Nate Woodall's Odyssey as a Queer First Nations Journalist
In the heart of this engaging episode, Nate shares his story of growing up in Rockhampton and the complexities tied to his racial and sexual identity in a region grappling with its stance on representation. The conversation navigates through family influences, community bonds, and the significance …
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Our 2024 INs and OUTs
This week Matika and the fabulous Louis Libran discuss what they're taking into 2024 and what they're leaving behind using their INs and OUTs lists.
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Sissy Austin on why marathons are ‘white man’ hard.
This episode features Gunditjmara, Keerray Woorroong, Djap Wurrung woman Sissy Austin, discussing her experiences as a queer First Nations woman and her involvement in community, politics and running the New York marathon. She shares reflections of running as a Green senate candidate and serving on…
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Being blak in the worlds whitest sport- a conversation with Mikayla Hinkley
In this powerful episode of ComingOutBlak, host Courtney sits down with the inspiring Mikayla Hinkley, a Queer Aboriginal Woman and Professional Cricket Player. Together, they delve into Mikayla's unique journey, shedding light on the intersectionality of her identity within the cricketing world. …
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Reintroduction: Joining the BlakCast Network
This week Courtney and Matika announce that Coming Out, Blak has joined the Blakcast Podcast Network! In light of this partnership, the pair reflect on the journey of the podcast so far and summarise their coming out journey for new listeners.
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Our reaction to Australia voting NO
Matika and Courtney discuss how they're feeling and where we go from here after Australia voted NO to a First Nation's Voice to Parliament.
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