In this warm and insightful Carnival Day episode, Vision Australia Radio and JOY 94.9 sit down with Joss — a JOY presenter, community advocate, and passionate voice within Melbourne’s LGBTIQA+ landscape.

Joss reflects on their journey into community radio, their role on JOY’s programs, and the importance of authentic queer storytelling on air. They share perspectives on balancing broadcasting with advocacy and support work, highlighting how lived experience and community connection shape the way they approach media and activism.

Listeners will also hear Joss discuss the significance of inclusive communication, accessibility, and visibility across queer events like Midsumma Carnival, offering thoughtful insight into how radio can empower and uplift diverse voices.

Whether you know Joss from JOY or are discovering their work for the first time, this conversation captures the heart of community broadcasting — connection, representation, and the power of showing up authentically.

This Vision Australia Radio broadcast was possible with thanks to a collaboration with JOY 94.9

In this warm and insightful Carnival Day episode, Vision Australia Radio and JOY 94.9 sit down with&nbsp;Joss &mdash; a JOY presenter, community advocate, and passionate voice within Melbourne&rsquo;s LGBTIQA+ landscape.
Joss reflects on their journey into community radio, their role on JOY&rsquo;s programs, and the importance of authentic queer storytelling on air. They share perspectives on balancing broadcasting with advocacy and support work, highlighting how lived experience and community connection shape the way they approach media and activism.
Listeners will also hear Joss discuss the significance of inclusive communication, accessibility, and visibility across queer events like Midsumma Carnival, offering thoughtful insight into how radio can empower and uplift diverse voices.
Whether you know Joss from JOY or are discovering their work for the first time, this conversation captures the heart of community broadcasting &mdash; connection, representation, and the power of showing up authentically.
This Vision Australia Radio broadcast was possible with thanks to a collaboration with JOY 94.9

Featuring interview highlights, bonus content and more from across Vision Australia Radio.

Featuring interview highlights, bonus content and more from across Vision Australia Radio.

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Vision Australia Radio Interview Highlights shares a range of discussions initially broadcasted on our print disability radio network. Vision Australia Radio podcasts are accessible on all major podcast apps.
Remember to like, subscribe and share. 
Learn more: <a href="http://www.varadio.org">www.varadio.org</a> 
Get in touch: call Vision Australia on 1300 84 74 66 or email <a href="mailto:radio@visionaustralia.org">radio@visionaustralia.org</a> 
Vision Australia Radio is a licensed community broadcaster and operates in accordance with the <a href="http://radio.visionaustralia.org/about-us/community-broadcasting-codes-of-practice">Community Broadcasting Codes of Practice</a> and <a href="https://www.rph.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/FINAL_RPH-Australia-Protocol_2019.docx">RPH Protocols</a>.

 Midsumma Festival 2026, Carnival Day - Interview with JOY presenter & community advocate Joss

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