Joining us now is Josh Reid Jones, founder of the Just Be Nice Project — a national initiative using empathy, dignity and practical help to build a better world. He’s a social impact specialist with heart Josh Reid Jones founded the Just Be Nice Project, a social enterprise dedicated to making help accessible and sustainable for people in need — re…

Joining us as our first guest, is Chanel Contos, the remarkable young activist who turned a viral Instagram story into a national movement. She’s the founder of Teach Us Consent, a published author, and a passionate advocate for reshaping how we talk about sex, desire, and respect. Founder of Teach Us Consent, a grassroots movement that began as an…

The song. The hat. The…casual date rape?!!? In what should have been Amy Heckerling’s “blank check” after the success of Clueless, 2000’s Loser is a real LOSER. Filmmaker Chandler Levack joins us to chat about this technically-not-a-remake-of-The-Apartment “comedy” that gets college surprisingly wrong. Come for the Wheatus talk, stay for the in-dep…

Macca, Paul and Kenny talk to Adam about Mr Australasia Bear 2025. Held annually during the Southern HiBearnation festival is the highly anticipated Mr Australasia Bear competition! This event stands as a crowning moment in the Australasian Bear calendar, where winners from various regional and state competitions converge to compete for the coveted…

Next we’re joined by creative strategist and advertising insider Oskar Westerdal — aka Vesterdahl — here to talk about the fine line between Pride support and rainbow washing in brand land. Oskar Westerdal is a Creative Partner at Akcelo, a leading experience and creative agency known for major campaigns across entertainment, lifestyle, and tech br…

Our next guest is from the Safer Communities Division of Victoria Police — working to strengthen trust, visibility, and inclusion for LGBTIQA+ communities. Please welcome Jeremy Oliver. Jeremy Oliver works within Victoria Police’s Safer Communities Division, focusing on engagement with diverse communities, including LGBTQIA+ Victorians. A key liais…

He’s a comedian, composer, author, and ABC favourite whose sharp wit has taken him from Parliament House to parenting mishaps — we’re thrilled to welcome Sammy J to Saturday Magazine! Sammy J (Samuel McMillan) is an award-winning comedian known for his political satire, musical comedy, and solo and duo acts (notably with puppet Randy). Hosted ABC R…

Our next guest is Michael Galea, Victorian Labor MP for the South Eastern Metropolitan Region. He’s been a strong voice in Parliament on transport, equity, and LGBTQIA+ rights since being elected in 2022. Elected to the Victorian Legislative Council in 2022, representing the South Eastern Metropolitan Region. A member of the ALP’s progressive left …

Co-hosting our special Hour of Power this week is one of the youngest MPs in Victoria’s Parliament — a fierce advocate for animals, equality, and progressive policy — it’s Georgie Purcell MP! Georgie Purcell is a Member of the Victorian Legislative Council, representing the Northern Victoria Region for the Animal Justice Party, elected in 2022 at j…

Macca and Nevena talk to Kenny Hill – Executive performance coach at Redline Coaching, advertising agency founder, and co-producer of JOY94.9’s Saturday Magazine. He brings over two decades of experience at the top of the advertising industry from London to Sydney and Melbourne, having led major multinational client business and founded one of Aust…

Nevena and Macca talk to Dr. Hector Georgiou about Australia’s Shortage of Sperm. Dr Hector Georgiou is a leading fertility specialist at Melbourne IVF, where he works at the forefront of assisted reproductive technologies. With a warm, inclusive approach, Dr Georgiou is especially committed to helping LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples build familie…

Nevena and Macca talk to Peter Kurti – Centre for Independent Studies: The End of Tolerance Peter Kurti is a senior fellow at the Centre for Independent Studies and an... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 7th June 2025: Peter Kurti – Centre for Independent Studies: The End of Tolerance appeared first on Saturday Magazine.…

Nevena and Macca talk to Ali Khan, live in the studio. Ali Khan is a 2019 Churchill Fellow and a passionate advocate for addressing domestic violence in LGBTQIA+ communities, particularly... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 7th June, 2025: Ali Khan – Churchill Fellow, Domestic Violence Survivor & Advocate appeared first on Saturday Magazine.…

Lord Mayor Nick Reece, University of Melbourne, Principal Fellow, Melbourne School of Government, talks to Nevena and Macca about the Break Up of the Musk and Trump Bromance, what’s happening... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 7th June, 2025: Lord Mayor Nick Reece, Uni of Melbourne, Principal Fellow, Melb. School of Government. appeared first on Satu…

The two first guests for this week are a young Queer couple taking Tiktok by storm, Macca and Nevena talk to Taz and Alessia, queer content creators and partners known for... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 7th June, 2025: Taz & Alessia – TikTok Creators, Comfort Zone Initiative appeared first on Saturday Magazine.…

Nevena and Macca are back in the hosting seats this week as they discuss the news, views and reviews of the week that was. The post Saturday, 7th June, 2025: Weekly Wrap Up with Nevena and Macca. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer, Questioning, Asexual, Ally, LGBT, GLBT, LGBT+, LGBTQ, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+

Okay, so you’re probably going, “Is this like a Noxzema commercial or what?” But seriously, this is actually a way normal podcast about one of David Sims’ favorite movies! SNL’s Heidi Gardner (a total betty) joins us to talk about Amy Heckerling’s beloved Jane Austen adaptation, and we’re rolling with the homies. Join us for Alicia Silverstone and …

Fiona and Macca talk to Angelo Baronessa, Director and Wealth Advisor at Divergent Wealth–End of Financial Year planning and smarter financial strategies. Angelo began his working career in 2013... LEARN MORE The post Saturday 31st May, 2025: Angelo Baronessa – Director and Wealth Advisor -Divergent Wealth – EOFY Planning, Smart $$ Strategies for A…

Fiona and Macca are joined live in the studio by Damien Rullo, Damien Rullo, International Flight Attendant Day! Damo trained as an actor in LA and continues in his acting... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 31st May, 2025-Damien Rullo, International Flight Attendant Day! appeared first on Saturday Magazine.…

Macca and Fiona talk to David Pocock, Ind, Sen, ACT, Macca and Fiona spoke to Senator Pocock about election results; balance in Senate; push for action on climate and housing;... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 31st May, 2025: David Pocock, Independent Senator, ACT. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.…

Fiona and Macca talk to Casey Annetts, Home Lending Exec, NAB, Executive, Proprietary Lending SANTWA, as they discuss Home buying trends, help for first home buyers, what to look for... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 31st May, 2025: Casey Annetts, Home Lending Exec, NAB, Executive, Proprietary Lending SANTWA, Home Buying Trends appeared first on Sat…

Macca and Fiona talk to Wayne Smith, from the Smart Energy Council, about what’s likely now post-election, in terms of energy policy and climate goals. Wayne Smith is a political... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 31st, May, 2025: Wayne Smith, Chief Advocacy Officer, Smart Energy Council appeared first on Saturday Magazine.…

Fiona and Macca talk to Sarah Witty, recently elected ALP member for Melbourne, as they discuss election results, focus for her first term, thoughts on coalition chaos, commitments to the LGBTIQA+ ... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 31st, May, 2025: Sarah Witty, Newly Elected Member for Melbourne, ALP appeared first on Saturday Magazine.…

Macca and Fiona talk to Mish Ketchell, Editor-in-Chief, of the Conversation as they discuss Coalition fall-out and latest top stories. Misha is the Editor of The Conversation Australia and New... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 31st, May, 2025: Misha Ketchell, Editor-in-Chief, The Conversation: Politics and News Update appeared first on Saturday Maga…

Macca is back this week with Fiona Patten, in her new monthly spot as co-host. Fiona and Macca discuss the week that was, federal, state and local politics and so... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 31st, May, 2025: Weekly Wrap Up with Macca and Fiona Patten. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.By JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer, Questioning, Asexual, Ally, LGBT, GLBT, LGBT+, LGBTQ, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+

Griffin, David, Ben, and Marie accepted the mission. They live and pod in the shadows, for those they hold close, and for those they never meet. They also have a few notes for Tom Cruise and Chris McQuarrie with regards to Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning. Join the crew as they break down all the problems of this latest (and final???) inst…

Nevena interviews Osman Faruqi was the culture news editor of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age between February 2022 and August 2024.] Previously he was Schwartz Media‘s head of audio, presenter of The Culture podcast, and... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 24th May, 2025: Osman Faruqi-Award Winning Writer & Journalist, ‘The state of Hospitality…