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The Hide & Seek crew head down to Melbourne's fetish community event The Northside Bizarre at The Laird Hotel, capturing all the fun and frivolity with community interviews from groups and punters alike. Tim and Craig talk about the history and importance of Northside Bizarre, before they're joined by Jon to talk about the joy of master baking. Who has the best crumb shot? How did community groups get involved? And who was lucky to get a hidden treasure from the secondhand or the auction? Find out in this podcast! Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Jon and Tim speak with Graham Clark, the author of Coming Out as a Gay Man, Finding Your Tribe as a Leatherman, about his project documenting the coming out stories of leathermen across the globe. In this sextras episode Graham shares his story about his experiences coming out as HIV positive during the AIDS crisis, his first kink experiences and some of the interesting stories leathermen across the globe have shared with him. Graham's project can be found on Kickstarter here Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

The Australian Pups and Handlers Competition returned to Melbourne last weekend, and two new title holders were crowned! Pup Lycan was chuffed to win the Puppy title, and Kitty Katastrophy became the first cis-femme winner in the contest's history! We hear their speeches, the win, and then Jon caught them the day after to hear what's coming next! Australian Handler 2025 Kitty Katastrophy from VicPAH Australian Puppy 2025 Lycan from Victoria For more on Pup Play, visit PupPlay.info Follow your PAHs! Australian Pup and Handler Competition is @auspahc and on the web at aphc.net.au QPAH WA-PAH SA-PAH Syd-PAH Vic-PAH We previously covered APHC in 2022 when it was held in Meanjin/Brisbane, in episodes 105 - Power of Dog and 109 - Shaggy Dog Stories. We also covered the comp in 2023 in Boorloo/Perth, in episode 145 - Up to Scratch and its Sextra Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

The Australian Pups and Handlers Competition returned to Melbourne last weekend, and Jon got along to see the dogs raise the ruff. We heard from the founder, Pup Tycho, and Handler James about how APHC has changed over the years, and the visitors told us what they thought of the different events. We got to know all of the competitors on the night! Stick around to the end to hear the winners being crowned! Handler Competitors Handler Huw from SA-PAH Kitty Katastrophy from VicPAH Pup Competitors Cobalt from VicPAH Lycan from Victoria Blitzie from VicPAH Axel from VicPAH Leo from SydPAH and Q-PAH Chase from SA-PAH For more on Pup Play, visit PupPlay.info Follow your PAHs! Australian Pup and Handler Competition is @auspahc and on the web at aphc.net.au QPAH WA-PAH SA-PAH Syd-PAH Vic-PAH We previously covered APHC in 2022 when it was held in Meanjin/Brisbane, in episodes 105 - Power of Dog and 109 - Shaggy Dog Stories. We also covered the comp in 2023 in Boorloo/Perth, in episode 145 - Up to Scratch and its Sextra Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Following on from the main episode, Tim and Jon go into planning seductions, and going to sex parties as a couple. Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Tim and Jon talk the ins and outs of the dating game, and what to look for in a prospective paramour. Should we be facebook official? How serious or funny should we be on apps? Do we f*ck before we date? Find out here! Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Jon got deep into the country to take a load... off... at a Tradie themes sex camp. Find out about tradie and hi vis fetish, what it's like at a themed sex camp, and learn a surprising amount about making your own lube! Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Jon and Tim speak with Graham Clark, the author of Coming Out as a Gay Man, Finding Your Tribe as a Leatherman, about his project documenting the coming out stories of leathermen across the globe. Graham's project can be found on Kickstarter here Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Jon and Tim get to know newly sashed Melbourne Rubber 2025, Kitty Obsidian, and Melbourne Rubber's Michael gives us the lowdown on all things Slick 2025. Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

During Side B Tim Little chats to Aussie content creator KELLER WOLFE about making porn, the right angles and the importance of good lighting. Follow Keller http://linktr.ee/kellerwolfe Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Tim, Jon and Craig chat with Melbourne queer photographer EVAN FOWLER who gives Hide & Seek listeners some tips on taking the best sexy photos. Follow Evan http://linktr.ee/efpphoto Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Tim Little chats to multiple international leather title holder JACK DUKE about his experience attending Folsom Europe, the sex and the parties. Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jack instagram.com/jackduke76/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Tim Little gets up close and personal with multiple international leather title holder JACK DUKE about his leather journey, sex and coming out. Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jack instagram.com/jackduke76/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

This week's two-part episode is on fire....literally! Tim & Craig turn the tables on Jon and interview him about his favourite kink Fire Play! Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

This week's two-part episode is on fire....literally! Tim, Jon & Craig chat to Queensland Leather Boy 2023 Chavez about his favourite kink Wax Play. Follow Chavez instagram.com/chavez_qlb2023 Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Not all kinks belong solely in the bedroom (or dungeon). On this week's two-part series Tim, John and Craig chat to CJ about a new social group for female presenting kinksters in Melbourne city. K-Femme event page - https://www.facebook.com/events/754173907194937 Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Not all kinks belong solely in the bedroom (or dungeon). On this week's two-part series Tim, John and Craig chat to Johnny and Broc from Melbourne Leather about their social gatherings held in Melbourne's inner suburbs. Melbourne Leather - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3875223822721346 Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

From the rise of sexual choking to the hidden dangers behind ‘rough sex,' Hide and Seek dives deep with Jackie McMillan from Women's Health NSW. We unpack the risks, myths, and cultural pressures, explore the blurred lines between play and harm, and share safer, sex-positive alternatives for pleasure without lasting damage. Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

This week on Hide and Seek, Michael is joined by Mark Thompson for a deep dive into all things STIs. From prevention to testing, treatment, and busting common myths, we're unpacking the facts without the shame. Whether you're symptom-free or STI-curious, we've got you covered—literally and figuratively. Follow Michael linktr.ee/muchmoreamusing This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

This week on Hide and Seek, we're joined by Associate Professor Glen Hosking to unpack "Body Dysmorphia" and how it uniquely affects queer communities. We explore its' roots, the impact of media and culture, and what healing can look like—individually and collectively. Warning: This episode discusses body image, body dysmorphia and mental health. If you require support please visit our support pages http://www.joy.org.au/support Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ Follow Michael linktr.ee/muchmoreamusing This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

We ran out of time squeezing all our memories onto the JOY airwaves for our 200th Anniversary Special so Tim Little has a few S EXTRA tit bits just for you! Including Trough @ Club 80 (R.I.P), our content creator panel and Rocco Steele's incredibly dulcet radio tones. We have it all! Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

To celebrate 200 episodes of Hide and Seek, we're diving into our most iconic, outrageous, and heartfelt moments. From douching advice to sex injuries, underwear theft to cloning willies and radio porn, this episode is a wild ride through queer sex history. Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ Follow Michael linktr.ee/muchmoreamusing This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

This week on Hide and Seek, we're stripping things back with Ben, the creator of Adam — Melbourne's long-running nude event for queer men. We dive into its origins, the community it's built over a decade, and the delicate dance between social nudity, sexuality, and self-acceptance. Plus, unforgettable stories, cheeky moments, and what's next for this iconic space. Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Craig instagram.com/white.dragon.339/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

This week on Hide and Seek, Tim and Jon unpack the complex world of consent in queer sex, kink and play. From defining enthusiastic consent to navigating blurred lines around substances and power dynamics, they explore how we can build a culture of care, accountability and pleasure. Warning: This episode features a trigger warning regarding the issues of non-consent and trauma. If you require support please visit our support pages http://www.joy.org.au/support Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

A very special community forum was held at The Laird Hotel in Melbourne on 22nd July to discuss the rising numbers of hate crimes across the country linked to queer hookup apps like Grindr & Scruff. Tim Little caught up with Thorne Harbour Health Community Engagement Manager and Joy presenter Cal Hawk as well as Community Advocate Odus Moore to discuss the key outcomes of a very serious community issue. Warning: This episode features a trigger warning regarding the issues of hate crime and violence. If you require support please visit our support pages http://www.joy.org.au/support Episode links: https://thorneharbour.org/news-events/news/10-tips-for-keeping-safe-on-hookup-apps/ Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Odus instagram.com/faultedrune Follow Cal instagram.com/thecalhawk This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

This week on Hide and Seek, Tim and Jon chat with Jeb - the first openly trans winner of Mr. Australasia Bear. From redefining masculinity and navigating kink spaces to challenging body and racial norms in the Bear community, Jeb shares his bold, cheeky, and powerful journey. Plus: sexy games, candid talk, and a whole lotta love for trans Bears. Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ Follow Jeb instagram.com/maihi_thomson This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

This week, Hide and Seek welcomes back Joenas Galinato, Mr VicBears 2024 and First Runner-Up at Mr Bear International 2025. From his roots in the Philippines to the international bear stage, Joenas shares his journey, advocacy for rainbow refugees, and what's next for the community. Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Joenas instagram.com/joenas.galinato/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Tim and Jon discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of hookups. Safety, etiquette, and the red flags to watch out for, the boys talk every step of the hookup process from the apps to the cleanup. Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ Follow Jon instagram.com/barbarylion/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

The time has come for debauchery, huge giveaways, and of course supporting JOY Media to continue creating a space for diverse voices! We have an action packed show with in-studio photography from Winden Photography, Trivial Hirsute from Busy Homosexual Dean Arcuri, and Spencer Colt repping Trough Events and Thick N Juicy! There is STILL time to snag not only the major 2025 JOY Radiothon prizes but to nab a bunch of tickets for Trough and Thick N Juicy events coming up! If you join or renew your membership, donate, or subscribe - DM or email our show with a copy of your contribution to keeping JOY out loud and proud for your chance to win... 1 of 10 ticket packs (Melb) 1x ticket to Beefcake (Fri 16th May (This Fri)) 1x ticket to Screw (Fri 23rd May) 1x ticket to Thick ‘n' Juicy (Fri King's Bday Weekend) 1x ticket to Trough (Sat King's Bday Weekend) 1 of 10 ticket packs (Syd) 1x ticket to Beefcake (Sat 17th May) 1x ticket to Thick ‘n' Juicy (Sat King's Bday Weekend) Be sure to include which regional events pack you'd like to attend Join, subscribe or donate BEFORE FRIDAY 16 MAY to enter the draw! From Darwin to Hobart and everywhere in between, JOY makes our national community stronger! Be part of the big picture with your support. Become a member, donate, or subscribe by going to our website - joy.org.au/join Hide & Seek - @hideandseekonjoy Joy 94.9 - @joy949 Winden Photography - @windenphotography_ Carmelo Costa - @carmelorcosta Spencer Colt - @spencercolt_ Dean Arcuri - @deanuswiththebig Trough - @trough.events Thick N Juicy - @thicknjuicyevents Jon Kok - @barbarylion Tim Little - @beatzradio Craig Burnett - @white.dragon.339 Michael Whelan @muchmoreamusing This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

It's been 6 years since the legendary ROCCO STEELE tore a hole through all of Australia's bottoms, nationwide...as well as a certain Hide & Seek radio show host! He's back for another whirlwind tour that's bound to get heads turning yet again. Tim and Craig chat with Rocco about all things adult entertainment and his adventures around the world. For Australian tour dates head to thicknjuicy.com.au For all your Rocco Steele action linktr.ee/rocco.steele

Tim and Michael are finally reunited this week to discuss the realities and future of PrEP in the community with Research Associate and PHD Student Curtis Chan. Curtis works with the Kirby Institute to study HIV prevention, and the role of PrEP in both a health and social context. Follow Michael linktr.ee/muchmoreamusing Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Tim & Craig chat with Sir Leo who shares his journey into using BDSM as trauma therapy, both for him and his submissives.

Tim & Craig chat to Adam Fitzgerald, an American intimacy and relationship coach about open relationships, polyamory and our uniquely queer experiences. For more info on Adam you can checkout his website here

Tim & Craig chat to Adam Fitzgerald, an American intimacy and relationship coach about how people can improve their sex lives through masturbation, open relationships and stopping those recurring arguments. Adam also shares his own journey of recovery, detailed in his book "Recovering from Recovery". Are 12 steps programs the only way to recover and can these programs be detrimental to some queer men? All this and more this week! For more info on Adam you can checkout his website here

At age 60, after being outed as gay and HIV positive Daddy Dan decided to go on a worldwide trip of sexual adventure and self-discovery, meeting some interesting men in the process both in and out of the bedroom. His podcast "1in4marriedmen" discusses the concept that "one in 4 married men are either gay, bi or love a bit of dick" as he chats to married men and others during his two year journey around the world. For more Daddy Dan, including his podcast head to his Linktree

Daddy Dan has had an interesting life and it seems, in many ways that his story is just beginning. At 62 years of age he is only two years out of the closet. A father to 3 girls and previously married he's spent most of his gay life in secret. After being outed as gay and HIV positive, Dan finally decides he can be his true authentic self with a two year worldwide trip of self-discovery, leading him to a new career in adult entertainment and content creation. This guy has a story, and he wants to tell it! For more Daddy Dan head to his Linktree

Trigger warning: This episode discusses themes relating to sexualised drug use. In this episode, Tim Little delves into the complex and sensitive topic of "chemsex" with psychotherapist and chemsex therapist Stu Fenton. We explore what chemsex is, why people engage in it, and the differences between its prevalence in Australia and Europe. Stu shares insights from managing an LGBTIQA + rehab in Thailand, discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on chemsex practices, and compares harm reduction services in Berlin and Melbourne. We also touch on Stu's recent research on chemsex among queer immigrants in Berlin and the unique challenges they face as well as an overview of support services available in Australia and the common reservations people have about joining groups like NA or AA. For support please head to http://joy.org.au/support

We talk needle play with Sharon, AKA Miss Behavin' - Adelaide Rubber 2023 who is preparing for an upcoming workshop at GEAR'D in Adelaide NSP List Find and NSP near you Gear'd Info https://events.humanitix.com/gear-d-2024-82sqk662 Follow Miss Behavin' Adelaide Rubber 2023 on socials Follow Michael linktr.ee/muchmoreamusing Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

There's a first for everything! Michael and Craig delve into our first times - in sex, kink, and fetish from events to sexcapades. Follow Michael linktr.ee/muchmoreamusing Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

We get kinky in public with Daddy Schadenfreude and Sir Z to talk about putting on a show, with a variety of public kink performances from needle play, to pegs, and electro. Follow Michael linktr.ee/muchmoreamusing Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Carlos and Emil from Living Positive Victoria share with us about HIV migration, with many recent HIV notifications occuring amongst newly arrived migrants in Australia. We talk about access barriers to testing, treatment, and navigating services once in Australia - potentially without access to Medicare. We talk about HIV disclosure with our partners, and in legal settings. Follow Michael linktr.ee/muchmoreamusing Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au

Australia has been experiencing a PrEP shortage, with essential HIV prevention medicine in very low stock in pharmacies across the country. Tim is in the drivers seat, with Michael wearing his community advocacy hat to share what has been going on with PrEP, why we have such low stock, and different ways to buy PrEP to keep protected - and some other tips and tricks for navigating the PrEP shortage. Until more PrEP is widely available and in stock check out these resources for understanding the shortage and where to go for more info Buying PrEP online from an international pharmacy Information on the shortage from PAN including the PrEP map locator Michael's PrEP shortage episode of Well Well Well (also here on JOY!) with Cal and Rachel Information from our friends at Emen8 Thorne Harbour Health's PrEP shortage info Follow Michael linktr.ee/muchmoreamusing Follow Tim instagram.com/beatzradio/ This episode was recorded on the lands of the Yalukut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Find other JOY podcasts at joy.org.au