The Rainbow Advocate

The Rainbow Advocate

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The Rainbow Advocate episodes

  • Douglas Magaletti

    In this episode, Evalyn speaks to Douglas Magaletti from the Star Observer. They talk about marriage equality, same sex adoption, the HIV / AIDS epidemic, transgender health, Douglas’ most memorable interviews, and his hobbies.

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    41 min
  • Gabrielle Di Vietri MP

    In this episode of The Rainbow Advocate, Evalyn speaks to Gabrielle De Vietri MP. They talk about Gabrielle’s experiences in local and state politics, her art, and the Safe Schools Program.

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    53 min
  • Anthony Venn-Brown OAM

    In this episode of The Rainbow Advocate, Evalyn speaks to Anthony Venn-Brown OAM. They talk about his experiences being gay within a conservative church, being drafted by the military, conversion practices, AIDS and HIV, and his book – A Life of Unlearning.

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    51 min
  • Jeremy Oliver

    In this episode of The Rainbow Advocate, Evalyn speaks to Jeremy Oliver – LGBTIQ+ Community Portfolio Manager for Victoria Police. They discuss Victoria Police’s LGBTIQ+ Community Action Plan, how the community can engage with LGBTIQ+ liaison officers, prejudice motivated crime (commonly known as hate crimes), and proposed anti-vilification laws.

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    55 min
  • Senator Janet Rice

    In this episode of The Rainbow Advocate, Evalyn speaks to Senator Janet Rice. They talk about Janet’s experiences in federal parliament, climate change, nuclear power, Janet’s family, anti-vilification laws, and the Australian census.

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    55 min
  • Jason Tuazon-McCheyne

    Equality Project CEO and founder Jason Tuazon-McCheyne joins Evalyn to discuss his personal experience navigating religion and spirituality, the fight for Australian marriage equality, and the annual Better Together National Conference – the largest LGBTQIA+ conference in Australia. Get a taste of the conference on the Better Together podcast, hosted by JOY.

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    53 min
  • Graham Perrett MP

    Moreton MP Graham Perrett joins us to talk about the Parliamentary Friends of LGBTIQA+ Australians, his passionate speech on the transgender community and the possible inclusion of LGBTQIA+ centric data in the 2026 Census.

    Hear more too about Graham’s involvement as part of the 2036 Olympics organising committee, his takeaways from The Autobiography of Malcolm X and predictions for the Brisbane Lions this season.

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    39 min
  • Tim Baxter

    Tim Baxter joins us to discuss the City of Port Phillip’s LGBTIQA+ Action Plan, The Voice, and his background in government and personal development.

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    49 min
  • Taz Zammit and Alessia Allfree

    Taz and Alessia join me for this episode in the JOY studios. We discuss their advocacy efforts, what it’s like being content creators on line, and their respective experiences coming out.

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    47 min
  • Jac Tomlins

    Jac Tomlins joins us to discuss workplace equality, diversity training, marriage equality, and conversion practices.

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    42 min

About The Rainbow Advocate

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The Rainbow Advocate is a weekly program and podcast created to raise awareness of LGBT centric political issues. The show celebrates noteworthy rainbow advocates in society, identifies issues in need…