LGBTI[Q&A]

Benjamin Law is a self-proclaimed 'prominent Asian and local homosexual'.

But, he's also many other things.

Benjamin is an author, TV screenwriter, journalist and newspaper columnist.

Most recently, he has been heralded as a pioneer of cultural diversity in the Australian television industry.

This conversation was recorded in the Sydney apartment Benjamin shares with his partner Scott.

Brenda Appleton was fifty when she transitioned - and her whole life changed.

Fifteen years on, and Brenda is now the chair of Transgender Victoria and the co-chair of the Victorian Government's LGBTI Taskforce.

This conversation was recorded at Transgender Victoria.

Earlier this week, Kyran Wheatley posted a video on Instagram. 

It wasn't one of his usual posts - featuring food, dogs, friends or his fiancé Rhys.

This post was a confession.

Casey Conway is no stranger to the spotlight.

As a teenager, he was scouted to play on the professional rugby field.

After his premature retirement, he became the face of several high profile swimwear campaigns.

But, it's in youth work and advocacy that Casey has really found his voice.

This conversation was recorded in Casey's new hometown, Sydney.

Rowena Allen says they're too young to be dubbed an elder of the Australian rainbow community.

But, the title is less about age and more about Ro's role as a changemaker. 

Ro has worked in social justice for most of their adult life, and, as Victoria's first Commissioner for Gender and Sexuality, Ro's set a national standard for LGBT inclusion and equality.

This conversation was recorded at the Treasury Cafe, one of Ro's favourite haunts.

At just 32, Declan Greene has become known for his unique and provocative form of queer theatre.

His latest play, The Homosexuals, or Faggots, interrogates the foibles of modern gay culture, challenging the community to be more than what it is.

This conversation was recorded at the Malthouse Theatre in Melbourne.

Whether they're on the football field or in Parliament House, LGBTIQA+ identifying Australians are making their mark. 

Now, you can hear their stories.

You can download episodes from next week.