Podcasts about lgbtiq

Ken Davis, a '78er who took part in the first Sydney Mardi Gras, and Jean Parker from Solidarity discuss the lessons from 1978, when the first Mardi Gras protest march demanding LGBTIQ+ liberation was violently attacked by police with 53 arrests and people severely beaten.   Mass defiance not only strengthened the fight against discrimination against LGBTIQ+ people but also triggered a campaign to drop the charges that won legal change and the right to march.   As we face new anti-protest laws today, Ken and Jean will explain what happened and the lessons for today.   Read more about LGBTIQ+ liberation.   Find out more about Solidarity.   This talk was given at a Solidarity meeting in Sydney on 26 February 2026.

ပထမဆုံးအကြိမ်အဖြစ်၊ ရပ်ရွာဦးဆောင်သော ပဏာမခြေလှမ်းသစ်သည် သြစတြေးလျ ၏ လူသားချင်းစာနာထောက်ထားမှုအစီအစဉ်အတွက် လျှောက်ထားရန် LGBTIQ+ ဒုက္ခသည်များ ကို ပံ့ပိုးပေးမည်ဖြစ်ပြီး ဦးစားပေးလုပ်ဆောင်မှုအတွက် အထူးပံ့ပိုးပေးမည်ဖြစ်သည်။

Dünya genelinde rekor sayıda yerinden edilmiş insana rağmen, yeniden yerleşim seçenekleri ciddi bir düşüşle karşı karşıya; bu durum, yasal yolların daralması, kabul sayılarının düşürülmesi ve kuruluşlara yapılan fon kesintileri gibi küresel etkiler yaratıyor. Ancak ilk kez, yeni bir toplum öncülüğündeki girişim, LGBTIQ+ mültecilerin Avustralya'nın insani vize programına başvurmalarını destekleyecek ve öncelikli işlem için özel destek sunacak.

In light of International Women’s Day on March 8, we discuss the unique challenges and triumphs of LBQ+ women navigating cultural expectations. Rachel and Molly kick off by reflecting on the pride festival season coming to an end, and the lingering comedown you may feel afterwards. Smaller queer gatherings and creative activities can fill the gap left by large festivals, and we discuss how you can stay connected to your communities through art walks, hikes, book clubs, and more. Dr Judy Tang also joins us to chat about the mental health impact of juggling cultural and queer identities, and outline how you can set healthy boundaries, seek peer support, and foster inclusive leadership. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there's something you'd like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au

En Las Voces del Libro hablamos con Felipe Cesar Camilo Caro Romero autor del libro "La conquista de los corazones Historia de la protesta LGBTIQ+ en Colombia, 1979-2019".  Este libro trata del primer estudio comprensivo a nivel nacional de las formas de lucha en la calle del movimiento LGBTIQ+ colombiano, un experimento de memoria e historia que busca enfrentar el desconocimiento y el borrado de un movimiento social que ha estado presente desde, por lo menos, los últimos cuarenta años de historia del país.Conduce:  Luna E. Girón-Piña Panelistas:  Laura Álvarez y Ana S. García-JuncoProduce: Diego A. Garzón-Forero, Luna E. Girón-Piña, Juan Carlos Ruiz.   Escúchanos en vivo en: https://www.urosarioradio.co/

Bất chấp số lượng người di tản trên toàn thế giới đạt mức kỷ lục, các cơ hội tái định cư đang đối mặt với sự suy giảm nghiêm trọng, cùng những tác động toàn cầu bao gồm việc thu hẹp các con đường pháp lý, như cắt giảm số lượng người được tiếp nhận và cắt giảm ngân sách cho các tổ chức. Nhưng lần đầu tiên một sáng kiến mới do cộng đồng dẫn đầu, sẽ hỗ trợ người tị nạn LGBTIQ+ nộp đơn vào chương trình nhân đạo của Úc, khi cung cấp hỗ trợ chuyên biệt để được ưu tiên xử lý.

Hàng ngàn người đã tham dự lễ hội diễn hành Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras năm 2026, 48 năm kể từ cuộc diễn hành vì quyền của người đồng tính đầu tiên ở Úc, vào năm 1978. Lễ hội lớn nhất của cộng đồng LGBTIQ+ ở Úc, diễn ra vài ngày, sau khi có thông báo rằng tuyến đường diễn hành lịch sử, sẽ được thêm vào Danh sách Di sản Quốc gia của Úc.

What does it mean to come home from exile?In this powerful and hope-filled message from Melbourne Inclusive Church, we explore Psalm 126 and the promise of restoration, joy, and “greater things.” Just as Israel returned from Babylonian exile with laughter and songs of joy, we are reminded that God is still restoring, still renewing, and still bringing exiles home today.This sermon connects the ancient story of exile and return to our present calling as an inclusive faith community. Through the life and teachings of Jesus, we see that the Kingdom of God is about radical welcome, deep reconciliation, and creating safe spaces for those who have felt pushed out, excluded, or forgotten.As we prepare for the Greater Things Conference—welcoming global siblings from Mexico, Taiwan, and the US—we celebrate what God has done and look ahead with expectation for what God will continue to do.-Those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy.-We are called to help the exiles come home.-Expect great things—because God is not finished yet. Join us as we pray, celebrate, and step boldly into the next season of Spirit-filled, inclusive ministry. To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: www.michurch.org.au/giveMelbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ's equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender, race, ethnicity, or culture.Melbourne Inclusive Church is part of the EMI Global family of churches.

Despite record numbers of displaced people worldwide, resettlement options are facing a critical decline - global impacts including shrinking legal pathways, slashing of admission numbers and funding cuts to agencies. But for the first time, a new community-led initiative will support LGBTIQ+ refugees to apply for Australia's humanitarian program - offering dedicated support for priority processing.

Thousands have attended this year's Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade, 48 years since the first gay rights parade in Australia in 1978. Australia's biggest celebration of the LGBTIQ-plus community took place days after an announcement that the historic parade route will be added to Australia's National Heritage List.

Mardi Gras is an occasion for celebration - a time to party for LGBTIQ+ communities. But Mardi Gras events can also invite risky behaviours. There are higher rates of substance use in LGBTIQ+ communities compared to the general population, coupled with a reluctance to seek help from healthcare professionals. Experts are calling for stronger investment in culturally safe care to improve access to appropriate support.

Meredith from Chillout joins us to discuss Victoria's longest‑running regional queer festival and teases out its evolution over three decades. This modest grassroots initiative has grown into a cornerstone event for our diverse LGBTIQA+ communities, and plays a pivotal role in fostering visibility and belonging in rural settings. Shaped by both tradition and innovation, organising this multi‑day celebration isn’t easy given the limited resources Meredith and the team have to work with. She speaks with Cal and Jack about how the Chillout team overcome funding constraints, regulatory requirements, and limited people power, and how they hope to do this for years to come. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there's something you'd like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au.

ඔස්ට්‍රේලියාවේ වෛරී සහගත ප්‍රකාශයන් පිළිබඳව වන සිදුවීම් පසුගිය කාලයේ ඉහල ගොස් තිබෙනවා. ඔස්ට්‍රේලියානු සමාජයේ ඉන්න LGBTIQ+ ප්‍රජාවන් රැකියා ස්ථාන තුලදී විවිධ හිංසනයන්ට ලක්වන බවටත් මේ වනවිට එම ප්‍රජාවන්ගෙන් තොරතුරු වාර්තා වනවා. මෙවැනි සිදුවීම් වලක්වන්න නව නීති හඳුන්වාදිය යුතු බවට මේ සම්බන්ධයෙන් අදහස් දක්වන විශේෂඥයින්ගේ මතය වෙලා තියෙනවා. මේ ගැන සම්පූර්ණ තොරතුරු දැනගන්න අද කාලීන විග්‍රහයට සවන් දෙන්න

Faika El-Nagashi (Austria) – EU LGBTIQ+ Strategy and Parliament vote that trans women = womenFaika El-Nagashi is a political scientist and former MP with Austria's Green party, with 30 years of experience in human rights advocacy. She has worked on women's rights, migration, and LGBT issues. Her work now centres on addressing ideological shifts that, in the name of inclusion, constrain women's rights and democratic debate across Europe.Kara Dansky (USA) – We have cracked the US leftie media!Kara Dansky is a lawyer, public speaker, and feminist. She served as president of WDI USA from 2021 to 2024 and on the board of the Women's Liberation Front from 2016 to 2020. In 2023, she published The Reckoning: How the Democrats and the Left Betrayed Women and Girls. She currently writes on Substack at The TERF Report.♀♀♀♀♀♀♀♀♀Enjoying our webinars? If you are a position to make a one-off or recurring donation to support our work, you can find out how to do so (and see our financial reports) at https://www.womensdeclaration.com/en/donate/ - thank-you!♀♀♀♀♀♀♀♀♀Women's Declaration International (#WDI) Feminist Question Time is a weekly online webinar (Saturdays 3-4.30pm UK time). It is attended by a global feminist and activist audience of between 200-300. The main focus is how gender ideology is harming the rights of women and girls. See upcoming speakers and register to attend at https://bit.ly/registerFQT. There is also a monthly AUS/NZ FQT, on the last Saturday of the month at 7pm (Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney)/9pm (NZ). Register to attend at https://bit.ly/registerFQTAUSNZ.On Sundays (10am UK time), our webinar series, Radical Feminist Perspectives, offers a chance to hear leading feminists discuss radical feminist theory and politics. Register at https://bit.ly/registerRFP.Attendance of our live webinars is women-only; men are welcome to watch/share recordings here on YouTube. WDI is the leading global organisation defending women's sex-based rights against the threats posed by gender identity ideology. Find out more at https://womensdeclaration.com, where you can join more than 30,000 people and 418 organisations from 157 countries in signing our Declaration on Women's Sex-based Rights. The Declaration reaffirms the sex-based rights of women which are set out in the Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination against Women adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on 18 December 1979 (#CEDAW).Disclaimer: Women's Declaration International hosts a range of women from all over the world on Feminist Question Time (FQT), on Radical Feminist Perspectives (RFP) and on webinars hosted by country chapters – all have signed our Declaration or have known histories of feminist activism - but beyond that, we do not know their exact views or activism. WDI does not know in detail what they will say on webinars. The views expressed by speakers in these videos are not necessarily those of WDI and we do not necessarily support views or actions that speakers have expressed or engaged in at other times. As well as the position stated in our Declaration on Women's Sex-based Rights, WDI opposes sexism, racism and anti-semitism. For more information, see our Frequently Asked Questions (https://womensdeclaration.com/en/about/faqs/) or email info@womensdeclaration.com.#feminism #radicalfeminism #womensrights

Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', was killed in a military raid in Jalisco after being seriously injured in a shootout, dying during an air transfer to Mexico City.The US provided intelligence support for the operation, as confirmed by Mexico's Defence Ministry.The US had designated the Jalisco New Generation Cartel as a terrorist organization and offered a reward for information leading to Oseguera's capture.Following Oseguera's death, violent protests with roadblocks and burning vehicles occurred in Jalisco and other states.At the Human Rights Council opening in Geneva, Guterres warned human rights are under attack globally and said `This assault is not coming from the shadows. It is happening in plain sight—and often led by those who hold the greatest power`.Guterres blamed political choices and donor shifts, citing US President Donald Trump's 2025 aid cuts and other major donors' follow suit, weakening rights enforcement.Across conflicts from Sudan to Myanmar, Guterres pointed to mass civilian suffering and said, "Humanitarian needs are exploding while funding collapses," targeting refugees, LGBTIQ+ communities, minorities, and indigenous peoples.The U.N. human rights office is now in "survival mode", Guterres said, as funding shortages blocked two 2025 investigations and Washington paid about $160 million of over $4 billion owed.Looking ahead, climate and AI pose accelerating threats to rights, the UN warned as António Guterres and Volker Türk said the two-state solution is being stripped away in broad daylight amid rising domination.The United States will withdraw from the U.N. Human Rights Council and will not resume funding for the U.N. agency helping Palestinian refugees, as announced by President Donald Trump.The U.S. previously left the Human Rights Council last year and cut funding to UNRWA after allegations from Israel that it housed Hamas militants, which UNRWA denies.Trump's announcement coincided with a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who claims both the rights body and UNRWA are biased against Israel.The decision to end funding to UNRWA follows legislation that halted American funding until March 2025, confirming it will not be restored under Trump.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.

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Una nueva investigación del Consejo de Diversidad de Australia muestra que las personas LGBTIQ+ se enfrentaron en 2025 a niveles desproporcionadamente altos de exclusión en el trabajo.

Trigger Warning: This message briefly mentions depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. Please take care of yourself while listening. What happens when your mind says “no”… but God says “yes”?In this deeply personal and powerful testimony, Bryce shares what it looked like to make 2025 a Year of Yes — a year of choosing obedience over fear, faith over insecurity, and truth over the lies that once felt louder than anything else.After years marked by depression, anxiety, CPTSD, chronic illness, suicidal thoughts, and feeling completely lost, Bryce found themself at a crossroads: stay hidden and small, or trust God enough to say “Your will, not mine.” From stepping into the worship team, holding the banner at Pride, facilitating connect groups, and helping plan conference — every “YES” felt terrifying at first. But each act of obedience rewrote old narratives of: “I'm too much.” “I'm not enough.” “I don't belong.” “I'm not qualified.”Anchored in scriptures like Psalm 139 and Ephesians 2:10, this sermon explores:• Rewriting the lies we believe about ourselves• Aligning identity with God's Word• Trusting God when capacity feels low• Saying YES even when you feel unqualified• Finding healing through obedience If you've ever wrestled with negative thoughts, fear, comparison, chronic illness, identity, or feeling unseen — this message is for you. Saying YES doesn't mean it isn't scary. It means trusting that God equips who He calls.To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: www.michurch.org.au/giveMelbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ's equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender, race, ethnicity, or culture.Melbourne Inclusive Church is part of the EMI Global family of churches.

Director Sophie Hyde and actor Aud-Mason Hyde unpack the new film, Jimpa, tracing the story's roots to Professor Jim Hyde. Jim was a pivotal figure in Australia’s response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and we explore how his legacy informs today's intergenerational queer conversations. Cal and Jake reflect on the film's café scenes, the emotional rehearsal process with older gay men, and the challenges of translating lived trauma into drama. We also discuss the companion project “The Queer Parts of Us,” a digital archive for community storytelling. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there's something you'd like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au.

What if the way we judge others is actually shaping what comes back to us?In this message, A Mirror, Not a Microscope, we unpack Jesus' challenging words about judgment and discover the difference between inspecting others and examining ourselves. Through the life of King David, the story of Joseph, and the teachings of Jesus, we see how judgment can fracture relationships, blind us to our own vulnerabilities, and quietly pull us into the very pits we dig for others.This sermon invites us to trade the microscope—used to magnify flaws in others—for a mirror that reveals our own hearts. It's a call to humility, repentance, and mercy, reminding us that God is not after perfection but a broken and surrendered heart.If you've ever felt judged, caught yourself judging, or wondered how grace fits into real life, this message is for you. Mercy looks better on you. And it looks a lot like Jesus.To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: www.michurch.org.au/give Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ's equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender, race, ethnicity, or culture. Melbourne Inclusive Church is part of the EMI Global family of churches.

How can we strengthen community ties with a queer Lunar New Year celebration? James Tapa from Gay Asian Proud (GAP) joins us to discuss the unique challenges faced by multicultural LGBTQ+ people navigating health services, voting, and social belonging in Australia. He explores with Joel and Jack personal anecdotes about family reunions, lion‑dance performances, and the symbolism behind the zodiac animal of the year. GAP’s sister group Yellow Kitties is co-hosting the event and we dive into how gender‑specific spaces complement each other. Whether you're new to Melbourne's queer scene or a longtime activist, tune in for insight, inspiration, and a clear invitation to join the celebration. On JOY 94.9, we play a bunch of new music from Asian-Australian LGBTIQA+ artists, including: Aisa – Theta Waves Kaiwyn – Good Boy Robert Baxter – ICY (Take it Off) Zhuli – Mitsubishi Sheets JXCKY – BORDERLINE Nat Vazer – For What? Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there's something you'd like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au.

What happens when God opens a door—and we choose to walk through it?In this message, The Door to Freedom, we explore how God speaks through seasons, doors, and obedience, and how responding to God leads to transformation, connection, and freedom. Drawing from Revelation 3, John 10, and Jesus' own words, this sermon traces a powerful journey of faith—from physical doors God opened for our church, to the spiritual doors He invites every one of us to walk through. Jesus says, “I am the door.” Through Him we find real freedom—freedom from pretending, unforgiveness, fear, and self-reliance—and step into an abundant life marked by grace, connection, and purpose.This message is for anyone who: Feels stuck or bound by fear, guilt, or people-pleasing Is longing for deeper freedom and authentic connection Wants to recognise and respond to the doors God is opening in their life If the Son sets you free, you are truly free. What door is God inviting you to walk through today?To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: www.michurch.org.au/giveMelbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ's equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender, race, ethnicity, or culture.Melbourne Inclusive Church is part of the EMI Global family of churches.

Before the passage of Hate Speech legislation following the tragic attack in Bondi, several rights groups called on the government to include stronger protections against LGBTIQ+ discrimination. - Bago ang pagpasa ng Hate Speech legislation kasunod ng malagim na pag-atake sa Bondi, ilang rights groups ang nanawagan sa gobyerno na magsama ng mas matitinding proteksyon laban sa diskriminasyon sa LGBTIQ+.

"Depressingly timely" is one way of looking at Luigi Bazzoni's 1971 corker The Fifth Cord/Giornata nera per l'ariete, and not just because it's partly set on New Year's Eve. CW: Violence, gendered violence, sexual abuse of minors, problematic portrayals of LGBTIQ+ characters. Copyright © 2026 David Thomas and Jon Dear Availability on disc and streaming: Blu-ray.com Our theme music:Silent Night (Dark Piano Version) by myuu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0Free Download/Stream Music promoted by Audio Library Giallo Reading ListLa Dolce Morte: Vernacular Cinema and the Italian Giallo Film by Mikel J. Koven Italian Giallo in Film and Television: A Critical History by Roberto Curti So Deadly, So Perverse: 50 Years of Italian Giallo Films by Troy HowarthVolume 1: 1963-1973Volume 2: 1974-2013Volume 3: Giallo-Style Films From Around the World Mario Bava: All the Colours of the Dark by Tim Lucas Dario Argento: The Man, the Myths & the Magic by Alan Jones All the Colours of Sergio Martino by Kat Ellinger Beyond Terror: The Films of Lucio Fulci by Stephen Thrower Human Beasts: The Films of Paul Naschy by Troy Howarth Italian Horrors: Cannibals, Zombies, Strange Vices and Guilty Pleasures! edited by Allan Bryce Make Them Die Slowly: The Kinetic Cinema of Umberto Lenzi by Troy Howarth

We dive into the TV series Heated Rivalry, exploring how the show portrays LGBTQ+ athletes in a mixed‑gender ice‑hockey setting. Kade and Shell from Southern Lights Hockey join Jack and Jake to discuss their local queer ice-hockey team, the series' blend of drama and advocacy, and more. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there's something you'd like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au.

แรงงานกลุ่ม LGBTIQ+ ในออสเตรเลียระบุว่า ตนเองเผชิญกับการเลือกปฏิบัติหรือการคุกคามในที่ทำงานภายในปีที่ผ่านมา ประเด็นนี้ควรได้รับการแก้ไขอย่างไร|คุยกับ ปริตา เพชรพิพัฒน์ นักกฎหมายและอดีตทนายความว่าความกฎหมายครอบครัวจากรัฐนิวเซาท์เวลส์เรื่องสิทธิเด็กที่เกิดในออสเตรเลียกับพ่อแม่ที่ไม่ได้เป็นผู้อยู่อาศัยถาวร

Gần một nửa người lao động thuộc cộng đồng LGBTIQ+ tại Úc cho biết họ đã phải đối mặt với phân biệt đối xử và quấy rối trong vòng một năm qua. Trong bối cảnh ngôn từ thù ghét gia tăng tại Úc, các tổ chức bảo vệ quyền lợi cho rằng cần có luật mạnh mẽ hơn cùng sự hỗ trợ pháp lý đầy đủ hơn để bảo vệ cộng đồng LGBTIQ+ khỏi những tổn hại nghiêm trọng hơn.

Nearly half of Australia's LGBTIQ+ workers say they have faced discrimination and harassment in the past year. With hate speech rising in Australia, rights groups say stronger laws and greater legal representation are needed to protect the LGBTIQ+ community from greater harm. - เกือบครึ่งหนึ่งของแรงงานกลุ่ม LGBTIQ+ ในออสเตรเลียระบุว่า ตนเองเผชิญกับการเลือกปฏิบัติหรือการคุกคามในที่ทำงานภายในปีที่ผ่านมา ท่ามกลางกระแสถ้อยคำเกลียดชังที่เพิ่มสูงขึ้นในออสเตรเลีย กลุ่มองค์กรด้านสิทธิเรียกร้องให้มีกฎหมายที่เข้มแข็งยิ่งขึ้น และการเข้าถึงความช่วยเหลือทางกฎหมายที่มากกว่าเดิม

Nearly half of Australia's LGBTIQ+ workers say they have faced discrimination and harassment in the past year. - Hampir setengah dari pekerja LGBTIQ+ di Australia mengatakan mereka telah menghadapi diskriminasi dan pelecehan dalam setahun terakhir.

Nearly half of Australia's LGBTIQ+ workers say they have faced discrimination and harassment in the past year. With hate speech rising in Australia, rights groups say stronger laws and greater legal representation are needed to protect the LGBTIQ+ community from greater harm.

RBA ขึ้นดอกเบี้ยร้อยละ 0.25 เป็นอัตราร้อยละ 3.85|คานาวานจี้ชาลเมอร์สลาออก ปมงบประมาณบานปลาย|แรงงาน LGBTIQ+ เผชิญการเลือกปฏิบัติในที่ทำงานสูง

La candidata favorita para las presidenciales de este domingo en Costa Rica, Laura Fernández, inquieta a ciertos sectores de la sociedad por el carácter populista de su campaña, centrada en la seguridad, la Iglesia y la familia, si bien numerosos electores están de acuerdo con la "mano dura" que propone, en particular, su proyecto de megacárcel. Informe desde Costa Rica de Marie-Aimée Copleutre, corresponsal regional de RFI. Costa Rica acude a las urnas este domingo. Un total de 3,7 millones de ciudadanos están llamados a votar para elegir presidente y a los 57 diputados del Poder Legislativo. En la contienda participan 20 candidatos, entre ellos la oficialista Laura Fernández, del Partido Pueblo Soberano, representante de la derecha conservadora y favorita en los sondeos. Es considerada como la heredera política del presidente saliente, Rodrigo Chaves. Según la encuesta más reciente del Centro de Investigación y Estudios Políticos de la Universidad de Costa Rica (CIEP-UCR), Laura Fernández lidera la intención de voto con un 43,8 %. Aunque no se descarta una victoria en primera vuelta, la elección sigue abierta y el país aparece dividido en torno a su candidatura. Además, algunos sondeos advierten sobre una posible alta abstención. Hace cuatro años, esta alcanzó el 43 %, una cifra histórica en el país. Se trata, por tanto, de una elección marcada por la incertidumbre, con cerca del 30 % del electorado aún indeciso. En las calles de San José, algunos capitalinos aseguran que votarán por la candidata oficialista. Es el caso de Bryan. "Lo que he escuchado es que es la candidata que más promete. Y sí, yo siento que hace falta un cambio, porque vamos de mal en peor". El modelo Bukele se mete en la campaña  Cada vez más costarricenses denuncian el deterioro de los servicios públicos y el aumento de la violencia. En seis años, la tasa de homicidios pasó de 11 a 17 por cada 100.000 habitantes. En este contexto, la candidata oficialista apuesta por replicar el modelo de seguridad del presidente salvadoreño Nayib Bukele, incluida la construcción de una megacárcel. Una postura que cuenta con el respaldo de parte de la población, como Patricia: "Todos estamos de acuerdo en que se haga [la megacárcel]. Lo que queremos es que se ponga mano dura. Hay que hacer algo". Este posible giro político genera preocupación entre las organizaciones de defensa de los derechos humanos, en particular los movimientos LGBTIQ+, que denuncian un clima de opresión bajo el actual gobierno. Francisco Madrigal Ballesteros, director del Instituto sobre Migración y Refugio LGBTIQ+ para Centroamérica, explicó a RFI: "Los gays y las lesbianas en Costa Rica hemos sentido en estos cuatro años, siendo costarricenses, un deterioro muy agresivo. Hay mucha violencia contra las poblaciones LGBT y esa violencia se ha incrementado. El odio, la discriminación y la xenofobia han aumentado en Costa Rica paralelamente al auge de estos discursos de odio". El sector turístico, que representa cerca del 8 % del PIB, también se mantiene en alerta. Para Eric Gómez, gerente de una empresa turística familiar, Laura Fernández carece de un plan sólido para esta actividad clave de la economía. "Laura Fernández, desde el oficialismo, habla de que va a ayudar mucho al turismo, pero en este gobierno eso no se refleja. Nosotros no vemos esa ayuda y esto nos está perjudicando mucho. Antes teníamos dos o tres personas más trabajando con nosotros. Hoy estamos obligados a hacerlo todo y no podemos pagar un salario más, porque el dólar ha bajado mucho. Hemos perdido alrededor de un 30 % del valor del dólar frente al colón y eso nos afecta gravemente", concluye.

La candidata favorita para las presidenciales de este domingo en Costa Rica, Laura Fernández, inquieta a ciertos sectores de la sociedad por el carácter populista de su campaña, centrada en la seguridad, la Iglesia y la familia, si bien numerosos electores están de acuerdo con la "mano dura" que propone, en particular, su proyecto de megacárcel. Informe desde Costa Rica de Marie-Aimée Copleutre, corresponsal regional de RFI. Costa Rica acude a las urnas este domingo. Un total de 3,7 millones de ciudadanos están llamados a votar para elegir presidente y a los 57 diputados del Poder Legislativo. En la contienda participan 20 candidatos, entre ellos la oficialista Laura Fernández, del Partido Pueblo Soberano, representante de la derecha conservadora y favorita en los sondeos. Es considerada como la heredera política del presidente saliente, Rodrigo Chaves. Según la encuesta más reciente del Centro de Investigación y Estudios Políticos de la Universidad de Costa Rica (CIEP-UCR), Laura Fernández lidera la intención de voto con un 43,8 %. Aunque no se descarta una victoria en primera vuelta, la elección sigue abierta y el país aparece dividido en torno a su candidatura. Además, algunos sondeos advierten sobre una posible alta abstención. Hace cuatro años, esta alcanzó el 43 %, una cifra histórica en el país. Se trata, por tanto, de una elección marcada por la incertidumbre, con cerca del 30 % del electorado aún indeciso. En las calles de San José, algunos capitalinos aseguran que votarán por la candidata oficialista. Es el caso de Bryan. "Lo que he escuchado es que es la candidata que más promete. Y sí, yo siento que hace falta un cambio, porque vamos de mal en peor". El modelo Bukele se mete en la campaña  Cada vez más costarricenses denuncian el deterioro de los servicios públicos y el aumento de la violencia. En seis años, la tasa de homicidios pasó de 11 a 17 por cada 100.000 habitantes. En este contexto, la candidata oficialista apuesta por replicar el modelo de seguridad del presidente salvadoreño Nayib Bukele, incluida la construcción de una megacárcel. Una postura que cuenta con el respaldo de parte de la población, como Patricia: "Todos estamos de acuerdo en que se haga [la megacárcel]. Lo que queremos es que se ponga mano dura. Hay que hacer algo". Este posible giro político genera preocupación entre las organizaciones de defensa de los derechos humanos, en particular los movimientos LGBTIQ+, que denuncian un clima de opresión bajo el actual gobierno. Francisco Madrigal Ballesteros, director del Instituto sobre Migración y Refugio LGBTIQ+ para Centroamérica, explicó a RFI: "Los gays y las lesbianas en Costa Rica hemos sentido en estos cuatro años, siendo costarricenses, un deterioro muy agresivo. Hay mucha violencia contra las poblaciones LGBT y esa violencia se ha incrementado. El odio, la discriminación y la xenofobia han aumentado en Costa Rica paralelamente al auge de estos discursos de odio". El sector turístico, que representa cerca del 8 % del PIB, también se mantiene en alerta. Para Eric Gómez, gerente de una empresa turística familiar, Laura Fernández carece de un plan sólido para esta actividad clave de la economía. "Laura Fernández, desde el oficialismo, habla de que va a ayudar mucho al turismo, pero en este gobierno eso no se refleja. Nosotros no vemos esa ayuda y esto nos está perjudicando mucho. Antes teníamos dos o tres personas más trabajando con nosotros. Hoy estamos obligados a hacerlo todo y no podemos pagar un salario más, porque el dólar ha bajado mucho. Hemos perdido alrededor de un 30 % del valor del dólar frente al colón y eso nos afecta gravemente", concluye.

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Sarah Hiley, Drug Checking Director at The Loop Australia joins Jack to discuss the Victorian Pill Testing Service and its role in harm‑reduction. The service will be present at Victoria's Pride Street Party, offering a safe, non‑judgmental space for festival‑goers to have their substances tested. Sarah walks us through the testing process, from anonymous sample submission to rapid results, and highlights the limits and accuracy of the analyses. We also delve into the broader impact of the service, including its contributions to public health data, emergency alerts, and connections to further support. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there's something you'd like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au.

In dieser Episode widmen wir uns voll und ganz euren Fragen: Luisa möchte wissen, welche alltäglichen Dinge sie bei ihrem Deutschlandbesuch unternehmen sollte. Jack fragt uns, wie er die Angst bei der Dönerbestellung überwinden kann. Paula ist sich nicht sicher, wie die Deutschen heutzutage zu gleichgeschlechtlichen Beziehungen stehen. Und Anna hat unsere alten Episoden gehört und fragt: Wie denkt ihr heute über die Corona-Pandemie?   Transkript und Vokabelhilfe Werde ein Easy German Mitglied und du bekommst unsere Vokabelhilfe, ein interaktives Transkript und Bonusmaterial zu jeder Episode: easygerman.org/membership   Sponsoren Hier findet ihr unsere Sponsoren und exklusive Angebote: easygerman.org/sponsors   Eure Fragen Luisa aus Spanien fragt: Welche ganz alltäglichen Aktivitäten würdet ihr uns in Deutschland empfehlen? Jack aus Irland fragt: Wie kann ich weniger Angst haben, Döner zu bestellen? Paula aus Argentinien fragt: Wie stehen die Deutschen zu gleichgeschlechtlichen Beziehungen? LGBTIQ+ in der Arbeitswelt (Easy German Podcast 240) Anna fragt: Was denkt ihr heute über die Pandemie? Hast du eine Frage an uns? Auf easygerman.fm kannst du uns eine Sprachnachricht schicken.   Support Easy German and get interactive transcripts, live vocabulary and bonus content: easygerman.org/membership

Before believers were called Christians, they were known as followers of the Way. In this message, we explore what it truly means to follow Jesus—not just to believe in Him, but to apprentice our lives to Him. Jesus declares, “I am the way, the truth, and the life” (John 14:6), inviting us into a transformed way of living marked by peace, love, connection, and an extraordinary, abundant life. This sermon looks at how we are all being formed every day—by our habits, pace, anxieties, and influences—and asks the honest question: who (or what) is forming us?Together we unpack:-Following Jesus as apprenticeship, not just belief-How intentional practices shape a Christlike life-Why slowing down is essential for spiritual health-The role of the Holy Spirit in transformation-Community, grace, and living from connection—not striving This is an invitation to follow Jesus, to practice His way, and to experience the peace and fullness He promises. Not perfection—just faithful presence, formation, and love.To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: www.michurch.org.au/giveMelbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ's equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender, race, ethnicity, or culture.Melbourne Inclusive Church is part of the EMI Global family of churches.

Jack speaks with Julai Diesel ahead of the THH Vogue Night event running during Midsumma and discuss what the ballroom scene looks like in Melbourne, where it serves as a survival‑focused, queer‑affirming community built around competition, performance, and chosen family. They speak about the House of Diesel’s origins, its partnership with Thorne Harbour Health, and the ways Australian houses stay connected to the historic U.S. scene. Nick Henderson from the Australian Queer Archives (AQuA) also talks about the archive's eclectic collections of traditional documents, punk gear, erotic artifacts, and even hair‑clipping albums, highlighting its role in preserving queer histories. With the St Kilda Queer History Walking Tour just around the corner, Nick discusses some of the tour’s stops at iconic venues like the Greyhound and the Prince of Wales, illustrating how physical spaces and community memory intersect to keep queer culture alive and visible. Get tickets for the St Kilda Queer History Walking Tour and the THH Vogue Night on the Midsumma website. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there's something you'd like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au.

2026年1月21日下午：新州首位女性总督玛丽·巴希尔爵士（Dame Marie Bashir）逝世，享年95岁。她于2001年至2014年间出任新州总督，长期致力于推动心理健康、教育并公开支持LGBTIQ+群体，被称为“开拓者与精神领袖”（收听播客，了解详情）。

Wise Words returns this Midsumma to feature a line-up of some of Australia’s most prominent and talented LGBTIQ+ women (trans and non-binary inclusive) for an evening of intergenerational storytelling. Candy Bowers will MC this year’s edition and we hear about her background in acting, production, writing, and more. Grab tickets to Wise Words on the Midsumma website: https://www.midsumma.org.au/whats-on/events/wise-words-a-night-of-intergenerational-storytelling/ Scott Walsberger from ACON also joins us to discuss cancer screening activations at the 2026 Midsumma Carnival in Alexandra Gardens. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there's something you'd like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au.

This week's message reminds us why prayer always comes before mission. Before we go, we pause to align our hearts with God's love, humility, and purpose.In this sermon, we explore what it means to be sent as disciples of Jesus—learning not only through belief, but through action. Drawing from Scripture, we're reminded that loving God and loving people is at the heart of the Gospel, and that outreach is never about our own strength, but about the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit.Together, we reflect on why prayer:• Aligns our hearts with God's compassion• Grounds us in humility• Invites the power of the Holy Spirit• Opens doors for connection• Prepares us for spiritual resistance• Reminds us that the harvest belongs to GodAs a church committed to inclusion and community, we pray before we go—because we depend on God for wisdom, courage, and love. Join us as we come together in prayer, trusting God to lead us as we carry the love of Christ into our world.To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: www.michurch.org.au/giveMelbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ's equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender, race, ethnicity, or culture.Melbourne Inclusive Church is part of the EMI Global family of churches.

Dylan from the City of Yarra and Tex McKenzie speak about the Yarra Queer History Walk, a guided tour that traces Melbourne's queer‑footprints through Fitzroy, Collingwood and Abbotsford. Jack is also joined by Rachel Cook and Chiron Hooson from Thorne Harbour to discuss the Community Periodic Surveys, our presence at Carnival, and more. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there's something you'd like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au.  

FORGIVENESS THROUGH A SPIRITUAL LENS | Jan 4, 2026 As we step into a brand-new year, how do we leave behind the weight of unforgiveness and walk into 2026 with freedom and peace? In this sermon we explore forgiveness through a spiritual lens—not just as a mindset or emotional choice, but as a spiritual transaction that affects our soul, our spirit, and our relationship with God. Drawing from Scripture, life experience, psychology, and Christian healing ministry, this message unpacks how forgiveness (and unforgiveness) creates ties that can either bind us or release us.To support the ministry of Melbourne Inclusive Church go to: www.michurch.org.au/giveMelbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ's equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender, race, ethnicity, or culture.Melbourne Inclusive Church is part of the EMI Global family of churches.

Jack, Jake and Thorne Harbour Health Events Coordinator Chiron Hooson walk through a whirlwind 2025. We revisit events from Midsumma Festival, murder‑mystery parties and regional pride pop‑ups, to a record‑breaking World AIDS Day Red Ribbon Run and the revival of Northside Bazaar. Gus from Thorne Harbour’s family violence counselling team adds a quick roundup of the work their team does, 657 client contacts, new funding streams and the award‑winning Refuge to Recovery project. Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell. If there's something you'd like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au.

Slay bells ring in 1980s London as Dave and Jon tackle Edmund Purdom et al's Don't Open till Christmas (1984). CW: Violence, gendered violence, problematic portrayals of LGBTIQ+ characters. Copyright © 2025 David Thomas and Jon Dear Availability on disc and streaming: Blu-ray.com Our theme music:Silent Night (Dark Piano Version) by myuu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0Free Download/Stream Music promoted by Audio Library Giallo Reading ListLa Dolce Morte: Vernacular Cinema and the Italian Giallo Film by Mikel J. Koven Italian Giallo in Film and Television: A Critical History by Roberto Curti So Deadly, So Perverse: 50 Years of Italian Giallo Films by Troy HowarthVolume 1: 1963-1973Volume 2: 1974-2013Volume 3: Giallo-Style Films From Around the World Mario Bava: All the Colours of the Dark by Tim Lucas Dario Argento: The Man, the Myths & the Magic by Alan Jones All the Colours of Sergio Martino by Kat Ellinger Beyond Terror: The Films of Lucio Fulci by Stephen Thrower Human Beasts: The Films of Paul Naschy by Troy Howarth Italian Horrors: Cannibals, Zombies, Strange Vices and Guilty Pleasures! edited by Allan Bryce Make Them Die Slowly: The Kinetic Cinema of Umberto Lenzi by Troy Howarth

What does it really mean to be a rainbow family in the European Union? In this episode of Europe Talks Back, we explore the promise and the shortcomings of the European Certificate of Parenthood, a regulation meant to ensure that parenthood rights are recognised across all 27 EU countries. From Spain to Bulgaria, Italy to Poland, we look at what's happening when same-sex families cross borders, only to find that their legal status doesn't always travel with them. To unpack the legal grey zones, the clash between national sovereignty and EU law, and what all this means for the children caught in between, we spoke with Professor Alina Tryfonidou, an expert in EU law and a leading voice on LGBTIQ+ rights. Despite hopeful rulings from EU courts, many rainbow families remain in limbo, a stark reminder that equality on paper doesn't always mean equality in practice.Join us on our journey through the events that shape the European continent and the European Union.Production: By Europod, in co-production with Sphera Network.Follow us on:LinkedInInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the victims, their families, & all of those who have been affected in the senseless act of violence at Bondi Beach on December 14. Our thoughts are with each & every one of them. If you can donate blood, in particular O negative donations, you can find where to donate via this link https://www.lifeblood.com.au/donor-centreFor more help:NSW Mental Health Line on 1800 011 511Lifeline on 13 11 14Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800GriefLine, National Grief & Loss Support Hub on 1300 845 745, available 8am-8pm everyday.Beyond Blue on 1300 224 63613YARN Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support line on 13 92 76Headspace on 1800 650 890 ReachOut at au.reachout.com QLife, LGBTIQ+ peer support on 1800 184 527  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Las políticas de Milei están afectando de pleno a los derechos humanos en Argentina, y la sociedad se está organizando para decir basta: por los derechos LGBTIQ+, de los jubilados, etc. En este episodio contamos sus historias de lucha y hablamos sobre cómo sobrevivir a un gobierno que intenta retroceder en drásticamente en derechos. Escucha sus historias en el podcast "¿Quién dijo miedo?" Más información aquí: bit.ly/AmnistiaCarneCrudaPodcast

Peter Malinauskas, the Premier of South Australia, was the politician who got the ball rolling on the Australian under 16 social media ban. Today he discusses the dual nature of social media's impact on children, and weighing the benefits of healthy relationships against the risks of reliance on social media for information, particularly for vulnerable groups like the LGBTIQ community. eSafety Commission Resources Meet the Australian teen influencers with thousands of followers. In December, they'll lose it all 'Social media has given our family so many opportunities. Australia's ban could take it all away.' And in headlines today, Controversial One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has been labelled a "racist" and suspended from the Senate after wearing a burqa into the chamber for a second time; BoM CEO revealed the website redesign budget was approved by the Turnbull government and was for much more than the just the site overhaul; The bravery of the police officer who ended the deadly Bondi Westfield attack is expected to receive acclaim today as the inquest into the tragedy draws to a close; A woman in Thailand has shocked temple staff when she started moving in her coffin after being brought in for cremation THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy Guest: SA Premier Peter Malinauskas Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.