The Open Table

The Open Table


Latest Episodes

Episode 11 – Jony Berry (Part 2)
September 19, 2024

Mr Universe 2024, Jony Berry, returns to the Open Table and talks about his pride in being an Indigenous queer person and issues that affect First Nations people.

Episode 10 – “Lara”
September 12, 2024

Lara, who identifies as a Syrian Orthodox Queer woman, talks about emigrating to Australia as a child and navigating her faith and sexuality.

Episode 9 – Jony Berry (Part 1)
September 05, 2024

Mr Universe 2024, Jony Berry, talks about his pride in being an Indigenous queer Tasmanian, spirituality, advocacy work and being a survivor of child sexual abuse.

Episode 8 – Sameer Mane
August 29, 2024

JOY Newsreader, Sameer Mane, talks to Craig about growing up in India, Hinduism and moving to Australia.

Episode 7 – Tom Nethersole
August 22, 2024

Musician and content creator, Tom Nethersole, talks to Craig about his relationships, grief and songwriting inspirations.

Episode 6 – Basim (Bas) Kerbage
August 15, 2024

Founder of Queer Arabs Australia, Bas Kerbage, talks about his life and his LGBTQIA+ and human rights activism.

Episode 5 – Dave Samuel
August 08, 2024

JOY Strictly Soundtracks Presenter, Dave Samuel, talks about growing up in a progressive Jewish family and multi-gender sexuality.

Episode 4 – Avril Hannah-Jones
August 01, 2024

Rev. Dr Avril Hannah-Jones talks to Craig about the acceptance and love from her family and the Uniting Church.

Episode 3 – Demetra Giannakopoulos
July 25, 2024

JOY Radio Presenter, Demetra Giannakopoulos, who identifies as a Lesbian, talks about her Greek Orthodox faith and upbringing.

Episode 2 – Brian Macallan
July 18, 2024

Ministry Leader at Heartwell Church, Brian Macallan, talks about his journey of faith, love and inclusion.