For One Night Only

From growing up in 1950s colonial Singapore to building a remarkable life in Australia — Joseph Then’s story is one of migration, identity, resilience, and community.

In this special FONO / SHSQ crossover episode, Gillian and Pete sit down with Joseph to talk about:

Growing up Peranakan in Singapore ✈️ Arriving in Australia as a 19-year-old Colombo Plan scholar (and the culture shock that came with it!) His brother Anthony — a celebrated ballet dancer who appeared in The Rocky Horror Picture Show ️‍ Knowing he was gay at 12, and finding community through Mardi Gras, Melbourne Pride Chorus, and line dancing Losing his brother to HIV/AIDS and turning grief into decades of community advocacy His incredible song choices — from Elton John to Whitney Houston to a beautiful Peranakan song with lyrics he helped write

Plus, at 76 years old, Joseph shares the most inspiring message: “I still think there’s a full life ahead of me.”

Listen now —  Still Here, Still Queer on JOY 94.9

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In this sixth podcast for 2025-26 Pete Holmes talks to JOY presenter & current JOY Business Development & Partnerships Manager Jason Heath (pronouns:he/him) who talks about growing up in Perth, spending time in Germany, Sydney, Geelong and now about his live in Melbourne while playing the songs that have influenced his life so far. He is married and has one child, Phoenix. He was one of the hosts of JOY’s Local Roots which supported local artists and contained many live performances. It also won the CBAA award for Excellence in Music Presenting. It has recently re-commenced on JOY and you can find it’s podcasts here.

For One Night Only is a show on JOY 94.9 and a podcast where people from our rainbow communities get to tell their story through the music that they love.

Note: This podcast is exclusive to our Australian listeners due to music copyright requirements.

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In this fifth podcast for 2025-26 Pete Holmes talks to JOY presenter Tamzyn Bielecka (pronouns:she/her) — a long-time JOY voice, community builder, and someone who’s spent years creating space for others on and off air. She’s passionate about music, storytelling, and the moments that shape us, and tonight she’s sharing a few of hers. She’s also brought along Ava — her four-legged co-host and quality-control manager — who insists on being part of the show whenever there’s a strut track involved.

For One Night Only is a show on JOY 94.9 and a podcast where people from our rainbow communities get to tell their story through the music that they love.

Note: This podcast is exclusive to our Australian listeners due to music copyright requirements.

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In this fourth episode for 2025-26 it was New Year’s Night 2026 and so Pete just had to use his new DJ software to mix together lots of disco hits so you could have your own little 1 hour & 40 min dance party at home or in your headphones. Enjoy!

It includes songs like Celebration, Coming out, Dancing Queen, We are Family, Yoyo Disco, West End Girls, Que Sera, Voulez Vous, Funkytown, Who Keeps Changing Your Mind, Every woman, Relax, Sweet Caroline, Flash Dancer, Relight My Fire, Super Freak + more. So turn on your mirror ball and set your volume to high when you listen to this podcast.

For One Night Only is a show on JOY 94.9 and a podcast where people from our rainbow communities get to tell their story through the music that they love.

Note: This podcast is exclusive to our Australian listeners due to music copyright requirements.

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In this third episode for 2025-26 Pete Holmes talks on Christmas Night 2025 to Bartley McGowan about his journey in 2025 and the music that influenced him during the year.

Bartley has worked as a public sector trainer and is a qualified social worker. He also worked for some time as a volunteer support worker at the Victorian Aids Council during the height of the Aids Epidemic. Since retirement, he’s been living a spontaneous life and 2025 was very spontaneous and led to him becoming much more satisfied and open about who he is. The wonderfully varied music he has picked and his stories of 2025 tell of his growth as a person during the year.

Bartley has already been on FONO and you can find Part 1 of his story at https://joy.org.au/foronenightonly/2022/07/01/bartley-mcgowan/ and Part 2 at https://joy.org.au/foronenightonly/2022/07/01/bartley-mcgowan-2/

For One Night Only is a show on JOY 94.9 and a podcast where people from our rainbow communities get to tell their story through the music that they love.

Note: This podcast is exclusive to our Australian listeners due to music copyright requirements.

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In this second episode for 2025-26 Pete Holmes talks to film critic and JOY presenter, Charlie Dunks (Pronouns: He/Him).

Glenn Charlie Dunks is a two-time Australian Film Critics Association award-winning film critic. His writing has appeared across Australian and international outlets including The Guardian, Vanity Fair, SBS, ScreenHub and The Big Issue. He has also represented AFCA on film festival juries in Europe (Stockholm, Liepzig) and the United States (San Francisco). He specialises in documentary, and in 2025 he founded and writes the online non-fiction review website reDocumented. He is also a co-host and producer of the weekly film and music program Strictly Soundtracks on internationally recognised LGBTQIA+ radio station Joy 94.9.

For One Night Only is a show on JOY 94.9 and a podcast where people from our rainbow communities get to tell their story through the music that they love.

Note: This podcast is exclusive to our Australian listeners due to music copyright requirements.

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FONO is back for a short summer season and in this first episode for 2025-26 Pete Holmes talks to out, loud and proud, Chris Furneaux (Pronouns: He/Him) who is a life member at JOY and knows everything there is to be known about about JOY from it’s founding in 1993 to now!

For One Night Only is a show on JOY 94.9 and a podcast where people from our rainbow communities get to tell their story through the music that they love.

Note: This podcast is exclusive to our Australian listeners due to music copyright requirements.

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For One Night Only(FONO):  with Joanna Jones brings two hours of delightful entertainment with the fascinating Mix Tape of Joanna Jones’s life; tonight’s special guest.  This Wednesday Night’s  episode promises an honestly absorbing and gripping listening experience.

Join For One Night Only’s sensational host, Jocelyn(Joss), for an engaging journey through the mix tape of Joanna Jones’s life.  Hear music, chosen by Joanna, from some fantastic artists including Shearwater, Sohn, MGMT, and more.  Plus, Joss and Joanna play music from more fabulous artists: from Elessia Cara, Mika, Sam Smith and Sam Phillips.   Further, listen out for more brilliant artists including Dire Straits, Kate Bush and ABBA.   Joanna may even play one of her own songs on her adored Matan accoustic guitar.  So, tune into JOY Media Podcasts and hear Joanna’s  own very moving Mix Tape of her life’s journey.   Visit https://www.joy.org.au/podcasts/for one night only.

Importantly, if any part of this episode is found to be upsetting, triggering in any way, please visit https://www.joy.org.au/support

For One Night Only: with Joanna Jones brings another amazing episode with a wide variety of awesome music.  So tune into JOY Podcasts and listen to another truly fascinating episode of For One Night Only:   https://www.joy.org.au/podcasts.  As with previous episodes, this episode promises two hours of magical entertainment which really cannot be missed.

So, welcome to a definitely inspiring two hours of unforgettable listening.

JOY 94.9 – Out.Loud.Proud – Your Voice – Your Radio Station

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For One Night Only(FONO):  with Kade Huckstep brings two captivating hours of entertainment with the fascinating Mix Tape of Kade Huckstep’s life; tonight’s special guest.  This Wednesday Night’s  episode promises a thoroughly intriguing and enjoyable listening experience.

Join For One Night Only’s brilliant host, Jocelyn(Joss), for an inspiring journey through the mix tape of Kade Huckstep’s life.  Hear music, chosen by Kade, from amazing artists including Ben Platt and the Original Broadway Cast of Dear Evan Hansen, Dodie, and more.  Plus, Joss and Kade play music from more fabulous artists: from Demi Lovato, The Cooties, Yebba, Boychik, Sammy Rae and The Friends, Angie McMahon, Hollow Coves and The Cooties.  (Just a warning that one song does contain some explicit language.)  Further, listen out for more brilliant artists including Queen and the Beatles.   So, tune into JOY Media Podcasts and hear Kade’s very moving Mix Tape of their life’s journey.   Visit https://www.joy.org.au/podcasts/for one night only.

Importantly, if any part of this episode is found to be upsetting, triggering in any way, please visit https://www.joy.org.au/support

For One Night Only: with Kade Huckstep brings another episode with a wide variety of awesome music.  So tune into JOY Podcasts and listen to another truly fascinating episode of For One Night Only:   https://www.joy.org.au/podcasts.  As with previous episodes, this episode promises two hours of magical entertainment which really cannot be missed.

So, welcome to a definitely inspiring two hours of unforgettable listening.

JOY 94.9 – Out.Loud.Proud – Your Voice – Your Radio Station

Support JOY, support this podcast, donate, become a valued member:  https://www.joy.org.au/become-a-member

For Support visit:  https://www.joy.org/Support

Your opinion is highly valued.  Please feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions.  Your feedback helps us to improve your listening experience.  Thank you in advance for your time and contribution.

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For One Night Only(FONO):  with Anna Piper Scott brings two captivating hours of entertainment with the spectacular Mix Tape of Anna Piper Scott’s life; tonight’s special guest.  This Wednesday Night’s intriguing episode promises a thoroughly enjoyable listening experience.

Join For One Night Only’s brilliant host, Jocelyn(Joss), for an amazing journey through the mix tape of Anna Piper Scott’s life.  Hear music, chosen by Anna, from amazing artists including Kaiser Chiefs, Arcade Fire, Pheonix and more.  Plus, Joss and Anna play music from more amazing artists, say from Thomas Ford -a personal friend of Anna’s, as well as from Kim Petras, Sam Smith and Unholy.  (Just a warning that one song does contain some explicit language.)  Further, listen out for more brilliant artists including Queen, Crowded House and still more.  Plus, stay tuned for something a little bit different:  the theme from a popular movie.  So, listen in and check out from which movie this might be.   Visit https://www.joy.org.au/podcasts/for one night only.

Importantly, if any part of this episode is found to be upsetting, triggering in any way, please visit https://www.joy.org.au/support

For One Night Only: with Anna Piper Scott brings a wide variety of amazing music.  So tune into JOY Podcasts and listen to another fabulous episode of For One Night Only:   https://www.joy.org.au/podcasts.  As with previous episodes, this is another two hours of magical entertainment which really cannot be missed.

So, welcome to a definitely inspiring two hours of unforgettable listening.

JOY 94.9 – Out.Loud.Proud – Your Voice – Your Radio Station

Support JOY, support this podcast, donate, become a valued member:  https://www.joy.org.au/become-a-member

For Support visit:  https://www.joy.org/Support

Your opinion is highly valued.  Please feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions.  Your feedback helps us to improve your listening experience.  Thank you in advance for your time and contribution.

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