Loud + Queer Talks

Naarm/Melbourne-based comedians Freddie Arthur and Michele da Costa are on the lineup of 'Crackpot Comedy' - a Queer comedy extravaganza in what they're calling "the best suburb in Melbourne": Brunswick.  They talk to Loughlin Patrick about queer identity, pushing the line with their material and bringing their personal lives on stage. Freddie Arthur is a local gig pig and the MC of 'Crackpot Comedy'.  A small-town girl, originally rom Mildura, her strangest gig to date was a 3-hour spot at Inward Goods Festival at 10 o’clock in the morning. Michele da Costa is a Brazilian born comedian with a new solo show 'Life Alone'. The three-time RAW Comedy Semifinalist loves dark humour, bad puns and blending political rants with dad jokes shamelessly. Crackpot Comedy runs on Thursday 11 and 18 April.  Life Alone runs from Wednesday, 27 March (tomorrow!) to Sunday, 7 April.  Head to comedyfestival.com.au for tickets. Loud + Queer is the voice of Melbourne/Naarm's queer culture shapers and change makers.  Listen live on SYN 90.7FM, digital radio and online.  And stream anytime online with your preferred podcast platform; just search 'Loud + Queer SYN.' Loud + Queer broadcasts from SYN Media's Melbourne/Naarm studios in the eastern Kulin nation.  SYN recognises this land is unceded and respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri people.

Meanjin/Brisbane-based band Worm Girlz have dropped ‘Cool Girl’ — a track about calling out decidedly uncool behaviour.  Loud + Queer contributor Sam Perryman talks to band members Lauren and Niko about their ferocious call to arms. Hear 'Cool Girl' where you listen to music and follow @wormgirlz to keep up with the band. Loud + Queer is the voice of Melbourne/Naarm's queer culture shapers and change makers.  Listen live on SYN 90.7FM, digital radio and online.  And stream anytime online with your preferred podcast platform; just search 'Loud + Queer SYN.' Loud + Queer broadcasts from SYN Media's Melbourne/Naarm studios in the eastern Kulin nation.  SYN recognises this land is unceded and respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri people.

Self-described ‘Gaysian Empress’ Dyan Tai has turned his hyperpop sound on casual racism with their track ‘Ni Hao’.  Loud + Queer contributor Pranati Narayan Visweswaran talks to Dyan about the track and about moving to Australia from Malaysia. Hear 'Ni Hao' where you listen to music and follow @dyan_tai to keep up with Dyan. Loud + Queer is the voice of Melbourne/Naarm's queer culture shapers and change makers.  Listen live on SYN 90.7FM, digital radio and online.  And stream anytime online with your preferred podcast platform; just search 'Loud + Queer SYN.' Loud + Queer broadcasts from SYN Media's Melbourne/Naarm studios in the eastern Kulin nation.  SYN recognises this land is unceded and respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri people.

Loud + Queer is still bringing you queer conversations with L+Qx a whole host of shows across SYN. Tom Nethersole and Robert Baxter join Loughlin Patrick fresh off the release of their tracks 'Meant To Be Alone' and 'Tokyo'.  Tom says working as a wedding photographer led him to overhear a groom confess to cheating on his bride with a bridesmaid who was walking her down the aisle.  And Robert says sharing an Uber to a club went terribly wrong when their fellow passenger came seeking reparations - catching the club owner in the crossfire.  The catch?  One of them is lying. It's raw and unreal: 'I Want To Hear You Say It' is an interview with a twist.  One guest will share a wild story from their lives; the other will make up a complete lie.  Will they team up or turn against each other as we try to sort fact from fiction?  And will you be able to figure it out before the show is over?  The clock is ticking... Hear 'Meant To Be Alone' and 'Tokyo' out now wherever you listen to to music.

It's up for debate in the media, but for AP Pobjoy, it's personal.  The trans director brings the stories of nine transgender high schoolers to the forefront in 'Unerased,' an online documentary series aiming to empower these young people to tell their own stories.  They sat down with Liz and Loughlin to discuss how the series came about and how the mammoth project came together behind the scenes. Keep up with the series @minus18youth on TikTok and Instagram. Listen live to The Naughty Rude Show by tuning from 8 p.m. Sundays to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong.  Outside Melbourne?  Stream on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app.  And catch up anytime with your preferred podcast platform; just search ‘The Naughty Rude Show’. If this content raises concerns for you, help is available.  You can contact: 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 Q-Life Helpline on 1800 184 527 In an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).

Loud + Queer is still bringing you queer conversations with L+Qx a whole host of shows across SYN. Elizabeth Fouldes and Loughlin Patrick share their takeaways from the premiere of 'Unerased' - following transgender high schoolers - and their chat to its trans director AP Pobjoy.  Then, Sarah Davenport talks coming out all over again and navigating feelings of validity and shame when it comes to one's own identity. The Naughty Rude Show is SYN's flagship sex and relationships program.  Listen live by tuning from 8 p.m. Sundays to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong.  Outside Melbourne?  Stream on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app.  And catch up anytime with your preferred podcast platform; just search ‘The Naughty Rude Show’.

Loud + Queer is still bringing you queer conversations with L+Qx a whole host of shows across SYN. Loughlin Patrick brings listeners an update from Victoria Health on Mpox transmission and how to stay protected - after a chat with Thorne Harbour health's Jacinta Hennekam.  Then, Elizabeth Fouldes and Sarah Davenport are put to the test in your new favourite gameshow: 'Queer Coded or Brunswick Presenting'. The Naughty Rude Show is SYN's flagship sex and relationships program.  Listen live by tuning from 8 p.m. Sundays to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong.  Outside Melbourne?  Stream on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app.  And catch up anytime with your preferred podcast platform; just search ‘The Naughty Rude Show’.

Personal, profound and wholly unique: connection to the queer community is different for everyone.  Some don't quite know where they fit.  Others are very certain.  Many are on their own dynamic and evolving journey. We've spoken to queer change makers and culture shapers from around Australia and the world, and to each we put one question: what is your relationship to the queer community?  Hear their answers before the Loud + Queer team sit down for a comprehensive roundtable discussion. Hear more of these compelling conversations anytime online with your preferred podcast platform; just search 'Loud + Queer Talks'.

In the past weeks on Loud + Queer, we've been covering key issues impacting the queer community.  Here's what researchers, advocates and leaders have been telling us about a turbulent year for the queer community. This is just some of what we've covered on Loud + Queer this year.  Hear the full conversations anytime online with your preferred podcast platform; just search 'Loud + Queer Talks'.

20 minutes, 11 artists to watch: this is the Loud + Queer Mixtape for 2023.  Across genres and communities – we've found queer artists from around Australia and the world, then gone behind the music to hear their stories.  Here are our picks: (00:23) Cecilia Brandolini talks the long process creating break-up track 'Stay' (01:55) PENI PARKER on performing 'Disrupt' and overcoming an awful 2022 (03:42) V talks the Foundation Bells on 'Faithless' and dealing with loss (05:44) Kaiyah Mercedes on writing Heartstopper-inspired 'Hide with Me' (07:28) Sarah Yagki talks the conflicting dualities she explores in 'Alone' (09:14) Myllo on 'DAWN' and unpacking his own queer desire and trauma (10:50) Tom Nethersole talks tweaking 'Thrill of the Chase' for those in a rush (12:44) Greg Gould on getting 'Marching On' party-ready for Darwin Pride (14:29) Dirty Versachi talks Jamaica Moana collab 'Don't Go Thru My Phone' (16:04) John Greska on 'Sweater Aesthetic' and creating low-tempo folk pop (18:01) Grace Newton-Wordsworth talks Joan and the Giants' 'Cool Kid' Stream the songs where you get your music, and catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.  Just search 'Loud + Queer Talks'.

Health Educator Jacinta Hennekam coordinates Thorne Harbour Health's Peer Education and Outreach programs, training team of dedicated volunteers.  They also present and produce 'Well Well Well' on JOY 94.9.  Hennekam answered some burning questions from Loughlin Patrick about STIs... and then they hit record - discussing stigma, prevention, disclosure and how the queer community overcame last year's Mpox outbreak. Thorne Harbour Health marks its 40 year anniversary this month; find out more at thorneharbour.org or follow @thorneharbour on Instagram. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Perth/Boorloo-based queer artist Grace Newton-Wordsworth fronts band Joan and the Giants, performing new release 'Cool Kid' in Melbourne this month.  The charged single charts the aftermath of coming out - one of the scariest things Newton-Wordsworth's ever done.  She reflected on her upbringing, connection to the queer community and music journey with Loughlin Patrick. Follow Joan and the Giants @joanandthegiants on Instagram and find 'Cool Kid' where you listen to music. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Illinois/Bodéwadmiakiwen-based queer artist John Greska has just released 'Sweater Aesthetic' a deeply personal, low-tempo folk-pop song.  The track explores Greska's different interpretations of the sweater we use to protect ourselves from the world.  He spoke to Sammy Perryman about his music technology background, latest foray into game design, and exploring queerness through his artistry. Follow John Greska @johngreska_ on Instagram and find 'Sweater Aesthetic' where you listen to music. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based queer artist Dirty Versachi brings their latest track 'Don't Go Thru My Phone' and a surprise debut to Thursgay this week.  The track continues the Dirty Versachi story of an alien creature assimilating on Earth through a drag queen persona.  They spoke to Sammy Perryman about finding an unlikely party city on tour, their gigging highlights this year, and developing their sound over 13 years making music. Follow Dirty Versachi @dirtyversachi on Instagram and find 'Don't Go Thru My Phone' where you listen to music. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Sydney/Eora-based queer filmmaker Sophie Saville has emerged victorious from the Melbourne Queer Film Festival's 'Pitch, Pleez!' competition.  Saville's winning pitch for 'Pineapple' - a sequel to her short comedy film 'Peach' - will debut later this year.  Saville tells Nick Sarlos-Welsh the 'fruity anthology' draws upon from her "amusing" love life. Keep up with Saville's work @storymillstudios on Instagram and the Melbourne Queer Film Festival @melbqueerfilmfest. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based queer artist Greg Gould is set to headline Darwin's pride festival next week.  His track 'Marching On' has been picked as the festival's anthem - and remixed by Dave Aude to pump up the energy.  He spoke to Elizabeth Fouldes about the politics of pride and the mantra which drives his performances. Follow Greg Gould @greggouldmusic on Instagram and find his songs where you listen to music. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based author Danielle Scrimshaw is a historian researching queer women’s narratives in Australian history.  Her debut book 'She And Her Pretty Friend' explores the stories of convicts, a pastoralist, a doctor and the owners of Melbourne’s first female-only gym.  She spoke to Mia Ranaletta about the challenges of writing as a newly ‘out’ queer person. Keep up with Scrimshaw's work @dani_delivers on Instagram and read 'She And Her Pretty Friend' where you get your books. If this conversation raises issues for you, call Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.  In an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).

Melbourne/Naarm-based queer artist Tom Nethersole has re-released his first two singles - speeding them up to give them new life on TikTok.  The tracks engage with emotional moments in the artist's life - including grief, self-image and situationships.  He took some tricky questions from Sarah Davenport about the stories behind the songs. Follow Tom Nethersole @tomnether on Instagram and find his songs where you listen to music. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based mental health advocate and motivational speaker Brad Guy provides education on PTSD and rehabilitation.  His new book 'Freefall' chronicles his journey of survival following a skydiving accident which changed Guy's life 10 years ago.  He spoke to Loughlin Patrick about his strategies to manage trauma and experience as an openly gay radio host in regional Victoria. Keep up with Brad Guy's work @bradjguy on Instagram and read 'Freefall' where you get your books. If this conversation raises issues for you, call Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.  In an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000). Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based queer artist Myllo's latest track 'DAWN' reflects on his fleeting experiences and desires as a gay man. The project by Tim McDonald originates from his bedroom studio.  He spoke to Mia Ranaletta about his production process and exploring a newfound identity through music. Follow Myllo's music @mymyitsmyllo on Instagram and find 'DAWN' where you listen to music. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Brisbane/Meanjin-based advocate Ben Bjarnesen marks the fourth LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Day today - launched by his foundation in 2020.  Bjarnesen also coordinates the Queensland Police Service LGBTI Liason Officer program.  He spoke to Loughlin Patrick about how he's driving change to ensure queer people impacted by domestic violence are #SeenAndBelieved. Keep up with Bjarnesen's work @benbjarnesen and @lgbtq.dvafoundation on Instagram. If this conversation raises issues for you, call 1800 RESPECT - the national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line - on 1800 737 732. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based non-binary trans woman Cerise Howard has been announced as the Melbourne Queer Film Festival's new program director.  The festival's upcoming November program will be its 33rd edition.  Howard tells Nick Sarlos-Welsh it's important to showcase queer community's storied cultural history through the festival. Keep up with the Melbourne Queer Film Festival @melbqueerfilmfest on Instagram. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Sydney/Eora-based queer artist Sarah Yagki invites listeners into her dark and cinematic world with her latest single 'Alone'.  Born in Australia but staying true to her Lebanese heritage, Sarah is quickly showing her capability to write uniquely emotive songs.  She spoke to Loughlin Patrick about her background and developing her sound. Follow Sarah Yagki's work @sarahyagki on Instagram and find 'Alone' where you listen to music. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based researcher Gene Bawden and the XYX Lab will open its latest exhibit 'Consenting Cities' in Melbourne tomorrow.  It offers startling glimpses into the experiences of women and gender diverse people in our cities.  Bawden tells Liz Fouldes heteronormative design practices can exclude queer people from public spaces. Follow the XYX Lab's work @xyxlab on Instagram and visit 'Consenting Cities' at the No Vacancy Gallery this week. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based queer artist Kaiyah Mercedes will soon set her latest track 'Hide With Me' into the world.  She says the track was inspired by 'Heartstopper' -  a show she binged three times in two days!  Mercedes also told Mia Ranaletta how her autism helps her songwriting process. Follow Kaiyah Mercedes' work @kaiyahmercedes on Instagram and find 'Hide With Me' where you listen to music. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based queer author Ronnie Scott has released his sophomore novel 'Shirley,' which he shared at last weekend's Melbourne Writers’ Festival.  He spoke to Liz Fouldes about breaking into the Australian publishing industry, finding queer belonging as an air force kid, and telling stories to satisfy readers. Find Ronnie's work at https://ronniescott.au/ and read 'Shirley' where you get books. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based queer artist V released their latest album ‘Faithless’ earlier this year.  The “love letter to industrial music” involves a choir to reflect on loss, yearning and mental healthcare in Australia.  V told Mia Ranalletta the tracks on ‘Faithless’ centre the Federation Bells at the heart of the CBD. Follow V's work @vlovescats on Instagram and find 'Faithless' where you listen to music. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne/Naarm or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based broadcaster Jacob Gamble produces and hosts 3CR program Queering The Air. Gamble recently visited Darwin where they covered local tensions over a queer mural for print media.  The broadcaster told SYN Media's Sammy Perryman responsible and informed reporting is paramount when engaging with the queer community, particularly amid a rise in targeted public rhetoric. Hear Queering The Air on 3CR and find Gamble's reporting @jacobagamble on Twitter. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne (Naarm) or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Sydney/Eora-based queer artist PENI PARKER has returned with her brand of anarcho-femme punk. Her latest single ‘Disrupt’ demands your attention with battle-cry lyrics and instrumentals with attitude.  PARKER told SYN Media's Sarah Davenport ‘Disrupt’ charts her terrible, horrible, no good, very bad 2022. Stream 'Disrupt' where you listen to music and find PARKER @peniparkerband on Instagram. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne (Naarm) or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Melbourne/Naarm-based researcher Niamh White is researching how queer history is accessed in online spaces. She's exploring how young queer women are engaging with, sharing, and creating this content across a range of social media platforms.  The researcher told SYN Media's Taymi Brook queer history has never been more accessible online, with quick TikToks, Instagram infographics and Tumblr dissertations filling previous cultural gaps.  Visit lavenderhistories.com to learn more about Niamh's continuing research. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne (Naarm) or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Freemantle/Walyalup, WA-based queer artist Cecilia Brandolini released her single ‘Stay’ this week. The alt-pop track charts the artist’s relationship with her first girlfriend.  Cecilia told SYN Media's Loughlin Patrick ‘Stay’ provided a chance for self-reflection.  She also spoke about her experiences in the music industry and efforts to create change. Stream 'Stay' where you listen to music and find Cecilia @ceciliaplaysmusic on Instagram. Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne (Naarm) or Geelong to listen locally. Stream Australia-wide on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. And catch up with Loud + Queer anytime on your preferred podcast platform.

Loud + Queer is the voice of Melbourne/Naarm's queer youth, broadcasting on SYN since 2018. Hear new conversations with queer culture shapers and change makers on the 'Loud + Queer Talks' podcast.  And open up our closet of archived episodes with the 'Loud & Queer (2018-22)' podcast. Listen locally: Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne (Naarm) or Geelong. Outside Melbourne: Stream on the SYN website or the Community Radio Plus app. On Demand: Catch up with SYN programs anytime on your preferred podcast platform. Loud + Queer broadcasts from eastern Kulin nation and respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri people.