The LGBT Sport Podcast

For more than two years, the BBC's LGBT Sport Podcast has been shining a spotlight on the contributions made by amazing groups and individuals in the world of sport who happen to be LGBTQ+.

In this special 'Revisited' episode, we catch up with one of our favourite interviews from the archives – as MMA pioneer Liz Carmouche joins us to talk about making history in the UFC, her time as a Marine and being an LGBTQ role-model.

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For more than two years, the BBC's LGBT Sport Podcast has been shining a spotlight on the contributions made by amazing groups and individuals in the world of sport who happen to be LGBTQ+.

In this special 'Revisited' episode, we catch up with one of our favourite interviews from the archives - as the BBC's Women's Sport Reporter Jo Currie joins us to talk about how she got her start in the industry, some of her favourite reporting moments - and her surprising broadcasting icon!

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For more than two years, the BBC's LGBT Sport Podcast has been shining a spotlight on the contributions made by amazing groups and individuals in the world of sport who happen to be LGBTQ+.

In this special 'Revisited' episode, we catch up with one of our favourite interviews from the archives - as iconic referee Nigel Owens joins us to talk about his career in rugby.

From refereeing the World Cup Final to being one of the few out gay men in the sport, this is an episode you won't forget in a hurry.

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We live in an age of Rainbow Laces and Pride games - in fact, it's fair to say that sport has never been more welcoming than it is now to the LGBTQ+ community.

But it hasn't always been that way. Darryl Telles knows what it's like to live in an era where homophobic abuse was rife on the terraces - and in other parts of life as well.

A Spurs fan who has followed football for decades, he tells us his story of experiencing discrimination and prejudice in the beautiful game; how it almost drove him away from sport for good; and how he and other LGBTQ+ fans helped lead the fight to reclaim their place in football.

This is a powerful, often emotional story - and one that doesn't get told enough - and we really think it'll stick with you.

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At the end of January, Zach Sullivan put the sport of ice-hockey on the homepages of websites around the world when he came out as bisexual.

His announcement coincided with the English game’s first Pride weekend – so now is Zach finding things now, now the media whirlwind has died down a bit?

We met up in Manchester with Zach for a chat that we really enjoyed, and we think you will as well. There's lots on the agenda for this one, from how Zach got involved in ice hockey to the highs and lows that come with being a professional athlete; as well as how he became comfortable enough to be open and honest about his own sexuality with the wider sporting world, and whether he thinks he's brave.

We're really grateful Zach took the time - especially as doing media interviews really isn't his type of thing - and we hope you enjoy his frankness as much as we did.

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When it comes to sporting CVs, Robyn Love and Laurie Williams have a lot to shout about.

Both have represented Team GB in wheelchair basketball on pretty much every stage possible - from European Championships to World Championships to the Paralympic Games.

And this weekend, they basically broke social media when they announced their engagement on Twitter and Instagram! On this wide-ranging interview, we talk about that - and so many other things, from the representation of disabled people in the media to coming out to how they switch off from the sporting world (we'll give you a clue ... it involves the X-Box!).

We absolutely loved this episode and we think you will as well - in fact, it's one of our favourite ones yet!

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On Wednesday, Justin Fashanu went into the National Football Museum's Hall of Fame.

It's a story that has made headlines around the world - so we thought we'd do something a little bit different and take you inside the Museum for the induction itself. This episode is a bit different to our other ones - with not just one guest but lots of them, all talking about what Justin Fashanu's induction means to them.

The edits are a bit rough and ready - but the stories, as always, are powerful and surprising, and we think they'll give you a real flavour of what the event was all about.

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Wednesday would have been the 59th birthday of Justin Fashanu.

The footballer was the first black player to earn a one-million pound transfer fee – and played for twenty-two clubs in a career that spanned two decades.

Fashanu was also the first male English professional to come out as gay while playing – and became the victim of constant crowd abuse as a result.

Ultimately, Fashanu took his own life – but on Wednesday, he’s being posthumously inducted into the National Football Museum’s Hall of Fame for his contributions to the sport.

His niece Amal will be accepting the honour on his behalf – and joins us for this powerful, poignant episode on her uncle’s legacy, as well as her memories of him as a man. There’s so much on the agenda – from visibility to inclusivity to mental health – and we think this is an interview that you won’t forget any time soon.

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We’ve often heard the phrase ‘get on your bike’ – and in Manchester, one group has taken it literally!

‘Pride Out’ is Manchester’s first LGBT+ cycling group – and is already going from strength to strength.

Richard Hearne is the man behind it - and has joined us for a brand-new episode of the podcast to talk about everything to do with the group. From how it came about to the importance of having inclusive spaces in sport, this is a fascinating conversation - including a segment on the concept of 'self censorship' that lots of LGBTQ+ people will be able to relate to.

And just one more thing - if Richard comes up to you in the supermarket, it might be a good idea to hold onto your rice. Trust us, that'll make sense after you listen!

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Last summer, the Sheffield Eagles had arguably the biggest moment in their history when they came from behind to beat Widnes at Wembley to win the first-ever 1895 Cup.

It was a huge moment for the rugby league side - and watching it all unfold was Eagles' general manager Liam Claffey. He's a man that lives and breathes the Eagles - and, as a gay man, he's certainly been in demand as the sport reacts to the signing of Izzy Folau by the Catalan Dragons.

We reckon this is a cracking listen and a proper insight into what it's like to be a GM - doing everything from administration to marketing to designing the kit - and how you match professionalism with the passion you have as a fan.

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