S2E16: Will Hanley

S2E16: Will Hanley

In this week’s show, we’re joined by cabaret extraordinaire Will Hanley. We chat about his upcoming one-man cabaret blending tap dancing, nostalgia, and a love letter to AFL – especially Collingwood’s Jamie Elliott. We dive into “Playing to Win”, queer footy fandom, cabaret, musical theatre, and, of course, Jamie Elliott. We wrap the show with some Stars Around and some quickfire questions for Will. The post S2E16: Will Hanley [https://joy.org.au/gayfl/2026/05/22/s2e16-will-hanley/] appeared first on GayFL [https://joy.org.au/gayfl].

S2E15: Tanya Hosch AM

This week, we’re joined by a very special guest: Tanya Hosch AM — activist, advocate, leader, changemaker and all‑round icon. Tanya is recognised as one of Australia’s most influential voices on social justice, inclusion and First Nations advocacy. Her career spans senior leadership roles across sport, the arts, public policy and national campaigns for constitutional recognition. She’s been named South Australian of the Year and appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for her work in social policy and championing diversity and inclusion. In 2016, Tanya made history as the first Indigenous person — and only the second woman — to join the AFL executive, stepping into the role of General Manager of Inclusion and Social Policy. A trailblazer in Australian sport, Tanya joined us to discuss First Nations inclusion, queer participation in the AFL, and women in football ahead of Sir Doug Nicholls Round. The post S2E15: Tanya Hosch AM [https://joy.org.au/gayfl/2026/05/14/s2e15-tanya-hosch-am/] appeared first on GayFL [https://joy.org.au/gayfl].

S2E14: Round 8

In this week’s show, join us as we recap Round 8 and discuss all the latest AFL news. From yet another homophobic incident (seriously?), to Slap-gate, Whiteboard-gate, Cornes Sportsbet-gate, and Caddy-gate — we’re covering all the -gates. We chat about the Brisbane vs Essendon Pride Game, the AFL fining Carlton $75,000 in the wake of Elijah Hollands’ incident against Collingwood, and the club’s response. We also praise the teams we think have handled similar situations well. We finish the show with some Stars Around and a preview of Sir Doug Nicholls Round. Find Support: > FIND SUPPORT [https://joy.org.au/support/] The post S2E14: Round 8 [https://joy.org.au/gayfl/2026/05/08/s2e14-round-8/] appeared first on GayFL [https://joy.org.au/gayfl].

S2E13: Round 7 (Anzac Appeal Round)

This week, we dive into Round 7 (ANZAC Appeal Round). We break down Lance Collard’s suspension reversal, what the AFL Appeals Board said, how fans reacted, and why the whole saga has sparked serious queer rage. Plus, the latest ARC controversy. Then we wrap it up with some Stars Around and UHC. The post S2E13: Round 7 (Anzac Appeal Round) [https://joy.org.au/gayfl/2026/04/30/s2e10-round-4-2/] appeared first on GayFL [https://joy.org.au/gayfl].

S2E11: Gather Round and Round 6

In this week’s show, we discuss the highs and lows of Round 5 (Gather Round) and Round 6. Join us as we celebrate Gather Round 2026’s record-breaking attendance of 270,018, Essendon’s win over Melbourne ending an equal club-record 17-match losing streak, and all the events Adelaide had to offer. We cover the latest news and preview Anzac Appeal Round. We finish the show with Stars Around and UHC. The post S2E11: Gather Round and Round 6 [https://joy.org.au/gayfl/2026/04/25/s2e11-gather-round-and-round-6/] appeared first on GayFL [https://joy.org.au/gayfl].