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Join Craig Brown, Ethan Chiodo-Hall on the Open Table, as they reminisce over the last 2 years of the show, Azzad Azman’s short film (Before It Goes Down) finally finishing and Tom Nethersole’s upcoming show.

Hear about the creative process and the dedication to one’s art, from Azzad cringing about his previous work to Tom’s 4 jobs to put on his upcoming tour.

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Emerging queer artist and proud trans dude, Jax Giles-Webb, joins the show to talk about his new band, Bite My Tongue.

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Another rising star joins us on The Open Table this week.

Joining Craig M Brown is the multi-talented Jordie Tomas — singer, musician, writer, producer, actor… and possibly even more than a triple threat.

Tune in with Ethan Chiodo Hall as we dive into Jordie’s creative journey, the stories behind the music, and get an exclusive sneak preview of the latest single, Intertwined.

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Craig chats to former West Coast Eagles player, Mitch Brown about bi-sexuality, growing up in a hyper-masculine environment, Mitch’s discovery of queer joy, being confronted about his sexuality and queer parenting.

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Greens MP and friend of The Open Table, Aiv Puglielli, discusses with Craig Brown the important Vic State Parliamentary inquiry into anti-LGBTQIA hate and violence. This includes how to make a submission, who should make one, how recent that has to be, and how the inquiry came about. Have a listen if you’ve been a victim of anti-LGBTQIA+ vitriol, hate or violence, or know someone who has been. Get the facts on what your submission can mean.

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In this episode, Craig chats to Azzad Azman (Director of the upcoming queer short film, ‘Before It Goes Down’, about the 2026 Oscars and queer representation in film.

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In this episode, Craig chats to Tamzyn Bielecka, JOY celebrity, about queer representation in film and TV

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This episode of The Open Table features a special guest from the world of elite sport: GWS Giants AFLW player Tilly Lucas-Rodd (@tillylr).

Tilly has been a trailblazer throughout their career, from being the inaugural captain and Best & Fairest winner at Hawthorn to their recent move to the GWS Giants. Beyond their on-field achievements, Tilly is a vital voice for the LGBTQIA+ community.

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This episode of The Open Table features a special guest Joe Ball, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities.

Joe Ball is leading systemic reform to advance the rights, safety and wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ people across Victoria.

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We are thrilled to welcome the amazing Joanna Jones (@saintergomusic) to the studio! She’s giving our listeners a special sneak peek of some brand-new music she’s been working on. You won’t want to miss this exclusive listen!

Listen now now to celebrate the end of an amazing year with The Open Table!

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