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Carl Austin-Behan served in the British Royal Air Force from 1991 until 1997, when he was discharged for being openly gay. Lauded with honours for services to his country, including a medal for bravery, nonetheless he was ejected from the RAF – simply for choosing not to hide who he was.Carl went on to win Mr Gay UK pageants, elections in local government, and the title of Lord Mayor of Manchester (the first to be openly gay).We discuss music by Gloria Gaynor, Erasure, and Bronski Beat.Carl currently works as a Community Ambassador for the LGBT Foundation. Read about their work here, and follow Carl online here.Listen to all previous guest choices in one handy Spotify playlist, Selections from Tracks of Our Queers and follow the pod on Instagram.Support the showHelp keep Tracks of Our Queers ad-free by shouting me a coffee right here. Thank you for your support.
On episode 44 of the Public Sector Executive Podcast, host Dan Benn was joined by former Lord Mayor of Manchester, Carl Austin-Behan OBE. Carl spoke about everything ranging from his time in the RAF, being Manchester's first openly gay Lord Mayor, and the important work he does now, with the LGBT Foundation.Speaking on his time in the Royal Air Force, Carl said “they just sat me down and said ‘ do you have homosexual tendencies?' In that split second I had to make my decision, whether I was going to be true to myself and this was the moment where I could be, or I could lie.“I think If I'd said no, the Air Force would have been like ‘thank you very much, we just had to ask' but they asked again, and I burst into tears.”Carl also touched on the improvements that have been made in workplaces, since that time, saying that “Because of the way that a lot of organisations have moved on, I think they also realise that they've got to treat the LGBTQ community in their workforce, with respect. Also, we've now got things like LGBT History Month, which we never used to have, and everyone knows about.“It does frustrate me sometimes because, if you're a business or organisation that are bringing people in to do a talk – which is great, but it doesn't have to just be during LGBT History Month or Pride Month. For me, permanent visibility is permanent acceptance.”
Steve Denyer talks to former politician and social activist Carl Austin Behan OBE as he picks the tracks that mean the most to his LGBTQ+ journey. Carl was discharged from the RAF in 1997 at a time when it was illegal to be openly gay in the military. He has since gone on to forge a career in politics and became Manchester's first openly gay Lord Mayor in 2016. He now is the LGBT advisor to Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester. Hear Carl's incredible story tonight from 6pm! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Carl Austin-Behan made LGBT history. In this special episode for LGBT history month, celebrity events planner Liz Taylor is joined by Carl Austin-Behan. Carl tells Liz about being gay in the military in a time where it could have landed him in jail, and how eventually that would lead him to become the first openly gay Lord Mayor of Greater Manchester. Liz and Carl also discuss the challenges he faced being gay in the fire and rescue service, but how in the end it presented an opportunity to teach his colleagues about gay life. Liz Taylor's 30-year career in event planning has built an impressive portfolio of events, including celebrity weddings, charity fundraisers like Children in Need with Gary Barlow and huge gala dinners such as Winter White Gala at Kensington Palace for HRH Duke of Cambridge, as well as the Manchester United Champions League winning party in Moscow and Coronation Street's 40th anniversary celebrations. During lockdown, with the events industry on hold, she turned her attention to launching her own consultancy and realised a lifelong ambition in launching her own podcast. Liz Taylor Instagram Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Website Carl Austin-Behan Instagram Twitter Facebook
Carl Austin-Behan wears his identity with pride. Liz Taylor reflects on what identity is and why it's so important. Liz Taylor's 30-year career in event planning has built an impressive portfolio of events, including celebrity weddings, charity fundraisers like Children in Need with Gary Barlow and huge gala dinners such as Winter White Gala at Kensington Palace for HRH Duke of Cambridge, as well as the Manchester United Champions League winning party in Moscow and Coronation Street's 40th anniversary celebrations. During lockdown, with the events industry on hold, she turned her attention to launching her own consultancy and realised a lifelong ambition in launching her own podcast. Liz Taylor Instagram Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Website Carl Austin-Behan Instagram Twitter Facebook
Joining Matt Cain for his Sunday Roast this week are The Feeling's frontman Dan Gillespie Sells, and journalist Mishti Ali, to talk about whether if someone rejects us when we come out to them, we should give them another chance. Also joining the panel are LGBTQ+ activist and ‘Cemetery Angel' Ruth Coker Burks to chat about allyship, and Carl Austin-Behan OBE (the LGBT Advisor to the Mayor of Greater Manchester), talking about how Pride might be altered in the future… Please note, some of the topics discussed in this episode might be sensitive and/or triggering. For help and support with any LGBTQ+ issues you might be facing, you can contact Switchboard on 0300 330 0630. Alternatively, the Samaritans are available twenty-four hours a day on 116 123. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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On what will go down as a momentous week in Black History with the conviction of Derek Chauvin, Ireland-based screenwriter Carl Austin joined Jarlath for a harrowing conversation about growing up in South Central Los Angeles. They discuss the influence the depiction of black communities in film has had on racism globally and much more. In this crossover episode from our forthcoming 3rd series of Men Behaving Better in which racism is under the spotlight, Carl explains how he didn't meet a white person his own age until he was a teenager. We hear why he was reluctant to drive through Bel Air with his wife in recent years and Carl also explains how racism caused him to have two identities growing up. Carl looks back on a shocking incident when a routine traffic stop resulted in him being held at gunpoint with a police officer holding him down with a knee on his back. This is a truly powerful conversation that you simply don't want to miss. To hear every episode in full and to gain access to the entire back-catalogue of over 400 Irishman Abroad episodes that are not available on iTunes for just the price of a pint every month visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad Our charity partner is jigsawonline.ie. In these tricky times, Jigsaw provides a range of resources, advice and care for your people to help them strengthen their mental health and the skills needed to navigate life. Please visit their website and consider making a donation. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow @jarlath on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or email the show directly on irishmanabroadpodcast@gmail.com. Disclaimer: All materials contained within this podcast are copyright protected. Third party reuse and/or quotation in whole or in part is prohibited unless direct credit and/or hyperlink to the Irishman Abroad podcast is clearly and accurately provided.
In today's second installment of their ‘Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion' series, Maria and Michelle welcome Carl Austin back to the podcast to provide some input into responding to a particularly interesting ‘Dear REL Talk' question which they have received. Carl is a powerful and motivational speaker whose experience as a black male making a difference in the airline industry renders him the perfect expert in offering advice to the listener who wants to know how to start to make a change within their own organization. Carl begins by responding to the ‘Dear REL Talk' question and sharing his own experiences within the airline industry in working toward change. Along the way, he and our hosts look at ways to engage in authentic conversations, the need for diversity in leadership positions, the definition and effects of white privilege, and how to deal with others who possess a closed mindset. Together, they also explore the impact of social media these days, the Black Lives Matter movement, the need to learn about others' perspectives through dialogue, making changes in the leadership of organizations, and the importance of respecting others. Carl concludes by asking some questions of the listener regarding the situation they describe in their question, demonstrating the very heart of today's episode by engaging in dialogue to gain greater understanding, and making the sincere effort to work together to improve the current situation – a masterful example for us all to follow. The Finer Details of This Episode: · Carl's advice for the listener who asked ‘Dear REL Talk' about how employees can start to make a change in an organization which currently lacks a diversity, equity, and inclusion mindset · Pushing past the discomfort and having the tools to have authentic conversations · The need for diversity in leadership positions · White privilege · Dealing with closed mindsets · Respecting each other · The impact of social media · Black Lives Matter · Learning about the perspectives of other people through dialogue · Making changes in organizational leadership · Carl's questions for the listener Quotes: “I want to be a leader to those that look like me.” “Studies have shown that when you have more people that look like them, they tend to stay in the positions longer.” “Just understand that these are real concerns by real people that work for you.” “It just shocks me that anyone anywhere would think it's a good idea when you have diverse customers to not have diverse decision makers.” “It's about white privilege understanding that they need to give up a little bit of power in order for minorities to start to succeed.” “We're the minority, I can't get in his face.” “If you don't agree with immigration, then you shouldn't be here.” “This is just me reaching out so I can understand more about you.” “I can't be mad at her for believing what she believes. I just have to try to understand it, and if I don't understand it, I just have to respect it.” “I still respect you because you are a human.” “They think that their internet world is the same as their real world.” “Everyone in America looks like idiots…stop blaming other people and take some responsibility for yourself.” “Silence is a stance.” “Black Lives Matter is inclusive. It does mean all lives matter. It is for police lives, too.” “It's about the misuse and mistrust of power.” “Everybody is out there speaking in absolutes instead of just trying to understand each other.” “I think it all starts with having conversations and asking ‘why'…and, like, seeing different perspectives.” “If you really want to make change, you have to be a catalyst for it.” Show Links: REL Talent homepage: https://www.reltalent.com/
Maria and Michelle welcome yet another special guest to the podcast for this third installment in the ‘2020 Lemons' series. Las Vegas based and kiwi loving flight attendant, Carl Austin, joins our hosts today to share those aspects from his life in the previous year that turned the many lemons that 2020 provided into lemonade for him. Carl begins by sharing his biggest highlight of the year, as well as the respect he has for this new generation of voters, and the diversity evident in the supporters of the Black Lives Matter movement. Maria and Michelle also offer their highlights, and emphasize the opportunity that 2020 allowed for people to reflect upon what matters most to them in their lives. This very special episode concludes with an inspiring challenge from Carl to all listeners that, once undertaken, will undoubtedly bring some joy into the lives of all involved. Once again, there is no denying that 2020 was a year overflowing with unthinkable tragedy and hardship. Today's episode offers yet another look at whatever positives may be unearthed in the lessons learned during these unprecedented times. The Finer Details of This Episode: · Carl's highlight of 2020 · The diversity of the Black Lives Matter supporters · The upcoming generation of voters · The many contributions that people of color bring to America · Maria and Michelle's highlights from the past year · What Maria found in 2020 · The time allowed for reflecting on our lives and friends and acknowledging priorities · Carl's challenge for listeners Quotes: “I no longer have to take those night or weekend calls about COVID-19!” “The baton has been passed.” “I can fight in different ways.” “I think that the generation that is coming up now politically…they are brilliant people.” “When I was watching those marches on TV, I literally dropped tears of joy because I saw such beauty within our country.” “For the first time in my lifetime, I feel that people of color have finally been heard.” “I've really been working on my physical and mental wellness and taking it to the next level.” “I actually decided to maximize the things I do well.” “It's time to reinvent America.” “I try to always be the best person I can be because the people who raised me were the best people they could be for me.” “We all had to go back and look at our lives and what matters and what's important.” “Am I making choices intentionally or am I just going with the day?” “Do something nice for somebody.” Show Links: REL Talent homepage: https://www.reltalent.com/
Edna O'Brien is one of our most cherished and lauded writers, who has a six decade career of astonishing work celebrates her 90th birthday, John Banville pays tribute to John LeCarré beloved bestselling author of Cold War thrillers & Carl Austin takes a look at one of pop culture's most enduring feminist icons, Wonder Woman.
Writer Lisa Tierney-Keogh & director David Horan chat to Seán about is Beautiful Virtual Village from the Abbey, Carl Austin reviews Jodran Peele's new series, Lovecraft Country & Declan Hughes on classic crime fiction novelist, Dashiell Hammett.
Gavin James talks about Live at the Drive-In, a series of music events across Ireland from July 24, Carl Austin previews Spike Lee's new film for Netflix, Da 5 Bloods, about a group of African American GI’s who return to Vietnam, also Rónán Hession & Lucy Sweeney Byrne on their nominations for the Dalkey Literary Awards.
How does Mr Gay UK become Manchester’s first openly gay Lord Mayor? From hot pants to regal robes, Carl Austin-Behan’s uniform has changed a lot over the years – but his values have always stayed the same. In his own words: “You can be anything – and if someone sows a seed, let it grow”. We Built This City is a series of conversations with some of the amazing Mancunians - born, bred or adopted – who put the heart into modern Manchester. A celebration of the human grit, determination and love found throughout the city, these episodes will lift you up, make you laugh and inspire you to leave our city in a better place. _ _ _ _ _ To lose his career, his home and his family, you’d be forgiven for thinking that Carl had done something terrible to warrant such pain. The truth of the matter however, is that he was just trying to live his true, authentic life. Carl’s story is one of bravery. From the heroic act of throwing himself into a burning plane to save his team member, to the more personal, daily acts of bravery that come with being a gay man (and yes, that does include wearing a pair of hot pants to walk up Deansgate!) In this podcast we discover proof that, no matter what you’re going through, things always get better. _ _ _ _ _ Your host, Lisa Morton, started PR company Roland Dransfield in 1996, one month after the fateful IRA bomb that tore apart the city centre. From that point, the business, and its team members, have been involved in helping to support the creation of Modern Manchester – across regeneration, business, charity, leisure and hospitality, sport and culture. To celebrate the 24 years that Roland Dransfield has spent creating these bonds, Lisa is gathering together some of her Mancunian ‘family’ and will be exploring how they have created their own purposeful relationships with the best city in the world. Connect with Lisa and Roland Dransfield: Via Phone: 01612361122 Via their website (http://www.rdpr.co.uk/) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/roland_dransfield/) On Twitter (https://twitter.com/RDPRtweets) On Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0YW3lVDOWrE0QZlV6XjEtF?si=nEuISHWcRfCF8l3kHKRNSw) Connect with Carl: Via his website (http://www.vaclean.co.uk/) On Twitter (https://twitter.com/CarlAustinBehan) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/carlaustinbehan/)
It's a delight to brind a special extra episode this week as we celebrate International Coming Out Day 2018! From being dismissed from the Air Force for his "incompatible homosexuality" to becoming Lord Mayor of his home city! Carl's journey is hugely inspiring and filled with joy.
In show nine, Pride and Privilege (with Carl Austin), Tara risks her marriage by bringing her husband, Carl, in to the studio. They talk race, culture shock, steep learning curves, defensiveness, and ways in which Tara is a big old racist. Website http://www.taraflynn.ie Patreon https://www.patreon.com/taraflynnirl Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taraflynnirl/
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In this episode Andy Davis talks to Carl Austin, the UK CTO at BJSS. On the show they discuss the new industrial revolution being brought about by Artificial Intelligence. They chat about how society can embrace this change and what it could mean for people whose jobs may be taken over by machines. Carl and Andy also speak about how technology is now been driven more by consumer demand. Show Notes: 1.12 How close do you think you can to predicting the future 10 years ago? 3.40 Is the gap between the creation of a new technology and it being available to the public shrinking? 5.55 Technology is being more tailored for public demand and it’s being built with more of a purpose. 8.15 Carl’s background and career progression. 10.43 What aspects of technology do you find most compelling? 13.37 Cryptocurrency and bursting bubbles. 16.43 What are some of the common things people ask you? 19.29 Is there a slight panic around machine learning and AI. 21.46 The move to AI should be celebrated. 23.03 Entire job families being destroyed with the advent of new AI technologies. 27.34 Tying Data into AI. 29.15 How do you align your future thoughts with your companies goals?
Carl Austin is a screenwriter from South Central, LA. He cut his teeth, writing thrillers with saucy titles like Wild Cactus and Inproper Conduct in the nineties for the direct to video and DVD markets. He then moved to London where he wrote for various Bollywood productions and for the long-running crime drama, The Bill. He finally moved to Ireland where he now works a writer for Fair City while still writing screenplays for the India and US markets. Carl has various international credits to his name and resides with his wife Actor and comedian Tara Flynn in Dublin.
Carl Austin is a screenwriter from South Central, LA. He cut his teeth, writing thrillers with saucy titles like Wild Cactus and Inproper Conduct in the nineties for the direct to video and DVD markets. He then moved to London where he wrote for various Bollywood productions and for the long-running crime drama, The Bill. He finally moved to Ireland where he now works a writer for Fair City while still writing screenplays for the India and US markets. Carl has various international credits to his name and resides with his wife Actor and comedian Tara Flynn in Dublin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode sees me rubbing shoulders with someone who wears a hat ALMOST as big as my veil! Carl Austin-Behan is our Lord Mayor of Manchester and is a lovely guy I've known for 17 years now - and he's got LOADS and LOADS of things to share, over a few glasses of wine ;-) Recorded in the Lord Mayors' Parlour, within Manchester's Town Hall - all VERY posh and grand. Find out what happened when young Carl declared his gayness whilst still in the Royal AirForce, what his first job resulted in and what his FIRST ever title was in this episode of ChinWag! If you like ChinWag, please consider signing up for Podmatic and be notified of future episodes. Your email wont' be used for anything else! Lots of love BangBang xxx
On this episode of the show Paul and Pete review box office behemoths Avengers: Age of Ultron and Fast and Furious 7, as well as indie doc Harmontown, Ana Lily Amirpour's visually arresting A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night, and Irish horror The Canal. In the middle section of the show they sit down with Mark Brennan and Carl Austin of Pork Chop Pictures to discuss their hotly-anticipated short Tea for Two starring British national treasure John Challis. Finally, The Strangers run through another 6 of the Best. This week: Most Anticipated Summer Blockbusters.
(RIGHT CLICK IMAGE TO SAVE EPISODE TO YOUR COMPUTER.) Steve travels to China's border to recover top secret documents from a plane that was downed during World War II. This is a personal mission for Steve as the leader of the mission back then was his own father, Carl Austin, and the government's position is that Carl abandoned his crew as the plane went down. John and Paul are joined by writer/publisher/critic Dr. Arnold T. Blumberg as they look at this first episode that establishes Steve's family. Rating: Please take a moment to comment on this episode here, or by writing abionicpodcast@gmail.com, or by calling 888-866-9010. BionicWiki entry on the episode. Entry from the6milliondollarblog.com Arnold T. Blumberg is an author, editor, book designer, and educator. He is the co-author of the Howe’s Transcendental Toybox series of Doctor Who merchandise guides from Telos Publishing, the designer of other Telos books including The Target Book, the author of “Stolen Days” in Short Trips: How the Doctor Changed My Life and “Mardi Gras Massacre” in Short Trips: Indefinable Magic, and the Doctor Who DVD reviewer for IGN.com. He co-wrote an exhaustive guide to zombie cinema, Zombiemania, contributed to Time, Unincorporated 3 for Mad Norwegian, and is launching his own small press, ATB Publishing, with the forthcoming Red White and Who: The Story of Doctor Who in America and Outside In: 160 New Perspectives on 160 Classic Doctor Who Stories from 160 Writers. He teaches courses in zombies in popular media and science fiction media at the University of Baltimore and a course in comic book literature at the University of Maryland. He also has a book on sword and sorcery movies in the works with co-author Scott Alan Woodard. You can find him online at atbpublishing.com.