Markus Thormeyer is a double Olympic swimmer, Commonwealth Games medallist, Pan-Am medallist — and one of Canada’s most inspirational LGBTQ+ athletes. After watching the London 2012 Games and wondering “why can’t that be me?”, Markus turned that dream into reality, competing at both Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020.

Before qualifying for his first Olympics, Markus came out to his teammates — a moment that he says unlocked his ability to reach the highest levels of elite sport. In this powerful and open conversation, Markus shares how authenticity, allyship and team support shaped his journey from young hopeful to international swimming star.

In this episode, we dive into:

If you love inspiring sporting stories, LGBTQ+ representation, and hearing from athletes at the top of their game, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

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Sam Timms lives and breathes football — and his passion for the beautiful game goes far beyond his life as an Aston Villa super-fan.

As a co-founder of the landmark Football Pride event and a dedicated player for London Falcons, Sam has become a leading grassroots voice for LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality in football.

After chatting to us at St George’s Park during the GFSN Cup Quarter Finals, Sam returns to the podcast for a powerful, thoughtful conversation about what it really takes to make football a place where everyone belongs.

In this episode, we explore:

If you care about inclusive sport, grassroots change or the future of football culture, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Sam is passionate, honest and full of insight — and we’re thrilled to have him back on the show.

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Samuel Timms vive y respira fútbol — y su pasión por el deporte rey va mucho más allá de apoyar al Aston Villa. Como cofundador del histórico evento Football Pride y jugador dedicado de London Falcons, Sam se ha convertido en una de las voces más influyentes a nivel local en la inclusión y la igualdad LGBTQ+ dentro del fútbol.

Después de unirse a nosotros por primera vez en St George’s Park durante los cuartos de final de la GFSN Cup, Sam regresa al podcast para una conversación poderosa y reflexiva sobre lo que realmente se necesita para que el fútbol sea un lugar donde todas las personas se sientan bienvenidas.

En este episodio, hablamos sobre:

Si te interesan el deporte inclusivo, el cambio desde la base o el futuro de la cultura futbolística, este episodio es imprescindible. Sam es apasionado, honesto y lleno de ideas — y estamos encantados de tenerlo de vuelta en el programa.

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Mitch Brown spent years living the ultimate Aussie footy stereotype — a tough, reliable defender running out nearly 100 times in the AFL for the West Coast Eagles. A Rising Star nominee and a much-loved teammate, Mitch’s career looked every inch the image of the “straight” Australian sportsman.

But behind the scenes, Mitch was carrying a secret: he was bisexual. And in a league where no male player had ever spoken publicly about being part of the LGBTQ+ community, the pressure to keep quiet was immense.

That changed earlier this year, when Mitch Brown made history by coming out publicly — becoming the first male AFL player to do so. His story sparked global headlines, inspired countless others, and became a landmark moment for representation in Australian sport.

In this powerful, honest conversation, Mitch joins us to talk about:

Authentic, thoughtful and deeply inspiring, this is a landmark episode with a trailblazing athlete who changed the face of the AFL forever.

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With a career that’s taken him from representing Great Britain at the World Championships to competing at the legendary Burghley Horse Trials, Simon Grieve is one of British eventing’s brightest stars 🌟

Beyond the arena, Simon has also built a loyal online following through his honesty, humour, and openness — becoming a role model for LGBTQ+ visibility in equestrian sport 🌈

In this uplifting episode, Simon joins The Jack Murley Sports Show to talk about:

Frank, funny, and full of heart, this is a must-listen for anyone who loves sport, authenticity, and stories of following your passion wherever it leads.

🎧 Listen now to The Jack Murley Sports Show — the award-winning LGBTQ+ sports podcast heard in more than 40 countries worldwide.

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Fuera de la pista, Simon también ha construido una fiel comunidad en línea gracias a su sinceridad, sentido del humor y autenticidad — convirtiéndose en un referente de la visibilidad LGBTQ+ en el deporte ecuestre. 🌈

En este inspirador episodio, Simon se une a The Jack Murley Sports Show para hablar sobre:

Honesto, divertido y lleno de corazón, este episodio es imprescindible para quienes aman el deporte, la autenticidad y las historias de pasión y superación.

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It’s the home of English football — and for the first time ever, St George’s Park threw open its doors to host an unforgettable day of inclusive football and LGBTQ+ pride. 🌈🏆

In a landmark moment for the beautiful game, the GFSN Cup Quarter-Finals came to the FA’s world-class national football centre — bringing together teams, fans and allies for a day filled with passion, pride, protest and play.

From Proud Baggies to Mersey Marauders, Nottingham Lions to Leftfooters FC, this was about more than football — it was about belonging. 

With unparalleled behind-the-scenes access, The Jack Murley Sports Show takes you right to the heart of the action at St George’s Park — capturing the sounds and stories of a truly historic day for inclusive sport.

In this special episode, hear from:

Joyful, emotional and bursting with pride, this is more than a podcast episode — it’s a celebration of what happens when everyone has a place on the pitch.

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When it comes to Manchester City, there’s one name fans trust as much as anyone in the industry — and that’s David Mooney.

Reporter, broadcaster and host of the hit podcasts Blue Moon and Let Me Talk, David has spent years telling the stories behind one of the world’s biggest football clubs. But beyond the press box, he’s also a passionate player, a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, and an advocate for inclusion in sport. 

This week on The Jack Murley Sports Show, David joins us for a brilliant conversation about football, authenticity, and finding your voice — both on and off the pitch.

In this episode, David opens up about:

Honest, insightful and full of heart, this episode is a celebration of football, identity, and the power of visibility.

🎧 Listen now to our award-winning LGBTQ+ sports podcast, heard in more than 40 countries every week.

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Cuando se trata del Manchester City, hay un nombre en el que los aficionados confían tanto como en cualquier otro dentro de la industria: David Mooney.

Esta semana, en The Jack Murley Sports Show, David se une a nosotros para una conversación brillante sobre fútbol, autenticidad y cómo encontrar tu voz, dentro y fuera del campo.

En este episodio, David comparte:

Honesto, inspirador y lleno de corazón, este episodio es una celebración del fútbol, la identidad y el poder de la visibilidad.

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⚽🌈 From FIFA ’98 to founding Rainbow Owls, Chris Ledger’s love of football has always been about belonging, pride, and community.

This week on The Jack Murley Sports Show, we’re joined by the lifelong Sheffield Wednesday supporter who turned his passion for the beautiful game into a powerful force for inclusion.

After struggling for years to embrace his sexuality and find his place in football, Chris decided to take action — creating Rainbow Owls, the official Sheffield Wednesday LGBTQ+ and allies supporters’ group that’s helping make football a sport for everyone.

In this episode, Chris opens up about:

Heartfelt, hopeful, and full of football pride, this is a story about the power of visibility, authenticity, and the communities that bring us together.

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🤸🏽‍♂️🌈 For Jackson Harrison, gymnastics isn’t just a sport — it’s freedom, expression, and authenticity in motion.

This week on The Jack Murley Sports Show, the elite-level US gymnast joins us for an honest, empowering, and deeply inspiring conversation about identity, self-expression, and finding joy through sport.

You may have seen Jackson wowing audiences at the US Gymnastics Championships, but their story goes far beyond the sporting arena. From discovering who they are to using their platform to inspire others, Jackson’s journey is one of pride, visibility, and courage.

In this episode, Jackson opens up about:

Powerful, heartfelt, and full of joy — this conversation is a reminder that sport should always be a place where everyone can belong.

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🏉🌈 From bone-crunching tackles to breaking down barriers, Devin Ibañez has made history — and he’s still leading the charge for inclusion in sport.

This week on The Jack Murley Sports Show, we’re joined by the trailblazing rugby star who became the first openly gay man to play in Major League Rugby (MLR) in the United States.

A Division One national champion and Maccabiah Games gold medallist, Devin’s story is one of courage, authenticity, and using sport as a platform for change.

In this episode, Devin opens up about:

Authentic, thoughtful, and full of passion, Devin’s story shows the power of visibility — and why representation in sport truly matters.

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From the pitch to prime-time TV, Mikey Connor is breaking barriers in football and beyond. ⚽🌈📺

This week on The Jack Murley Sports Show, we’re joined by the referee, inclusivity advocate, and star of the BBC’s groundbreaking reality series I Kissed A Boy.

Mikey’s story is one of visibility, passion, and determination:

Candid, inspiring, and full of heart, Mikey shares what it takes to thrive as a referee, why representation matters, and how authenticity can change lives on and off the pitch.

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