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GayFL is a radio show and podcast hosted by Brendan and Chris that showcases the game we love from a uniquely queer perspective. GayFL celebrates AFL and AFLW news, culture, events and social media and off-field antics and mixes our deep and serious love for the game with fun, topical and sometimes irreverent commentary. There will be interviews, match highlights, season and ladder discussion, new... more

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In this week’s show, we ride the chaos of Flagdons 2026 as Essendon finally snap their losing streak, spark the internet, and lock in Nate Caddy until 2031.

We discuss Winmar’s statue removal and Hall of Fame withdrawal, Hinkley heading to Tasmania,... more

In this week’s show, we’re joined by a very special guest, AFLW superstar Tilly Lucas-Rodd.

Join us as we chat about AFLW, Tilly’s journey and career so far, their move to GWS, life in Sydney, and what gender euphoria means to them.

The post S3E2:... more

In this week’s show, we’re joined by filmmaker Reese Leigh to discuss his powerful debut documentary, “The Last Closet”.

We unpack the story behind the film, the silence it challenges around LGBTQIA+ inclusion in men’s AFL, and why this conversation... more

In this week’s show, we’re joined by special guest, friend of the show, and fellow Joyster, Steven.

We recap JOY Radiothon 2026, and Steven tells us what he’s been up to.

Join us as we dive into a mid-season recap of all things AFL. We chat about t... more

In this week’s show, we’re joined by a very special guest co-host, Leigh Ryswyk, for JOY Radiothon 2026.

Join us as we discuss Leigh’s life since sharing his story with us on GayFL. We talk about the highs, the reception to his story, and the global... more

In this week’s show, we celebrate Pride Month and kick things off with a mad rant about the usual‑suspect keyboard warriors coming after some of our favourite people.

We unpack Big Freeze 2026 and the moving tributes to Neale Daniher — honouring his... more

In this week’s show, we celebrate community and culture at the Pride Month Launch at the Victorian Pride Centre, and reflect on the joy, vulnerability, and love of footy in Will Hanley’s “Playing to Win”. We honour Jonathan Brown’s return to the medi... more

In this week’s show, we dive into the latest footy stories. We pay our respects to the late champion Neale Daniher, celebrating his career, his achievements, and his extraordinary philanthropy.

We’re talking Brad Scott’s firing from Essendon, the ma... more

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Recent Guests

Reese Leigh
Filmmaker and queer rights advocate
Independent filmmaker; The Last Closet
Episode: S3E1: Reese Leigh “The Last Closet”
Lee Ricewick
Friend of the show, first openly gay AFL player (past or present)
AFL community, guest on Radiothon episode
Episode: S2E19: Round 13
Will Hanley
Cabaret extraordinaire, creator/producer of Playing to Win
Self/Playwright
Episode: S2E16: Will Hanley
Tanya Hosch
Former AFL DEI lead and Indigenous rights advocate
Australian Football League (AFL)
Episode: S2E15: Tanya Hosch AM
Ian Roberts
Former rugby league star and activist
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Episode: S2E11: Ian Roberts, Mitch Brown, Leigh Ryswyk
Mitch Brown
Former AFL player, first openly gay/bisexual former player
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Episode: S2E11: Ian Roberts, Mitch Brown, Leigh Ryswyk
Leigh Ryswyk
Former AFL player
AFL
Episode: S2E11: Ian Roberts, Mitch Brown, Leigh Ryswyk

Hosts

Brendan
Host of GayFL on Joy 94.9; co-host with a focus on queer AFL culture and community engagement
Christopher (Chris)
Co-host and in-studio collaborator with a strong focus on inclusive sports dialogue and guest-led conversations

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S2E11: Ian Roberts, Mitch Brown, Leigh Ryswyk
Q: How do we engage straight allies effectively?
Visible, authentic allyship matters—leaders must speak up, educate themselves and teammates, and create tangible safety nets and support systems within clubs.
S2E11: Ian Roberts, Mitch Brown, Leigh Ryswyk
Q: What can clubs do to be more inclusive beyond Pride rounds?
Leadership must model inclusive behavior, implement ongoing education with accountability, and foster environments where players feel safe to be themselves, not just during campaigns but year-round.
S2E11: Ian Roberts, Mitch Brown, Leigh Ryswyk
Q: What moment first convinced you of the importance of queer visibility in sport?
Each guest highlighted seeing real-life role models and powerful stories at events like Pride in Sport as a catalyst for recognizing that LGBTQ+ athletes belong and can thrive.
S2E8: Leigh Ryswyk
Q: What do you think the environment would be like now for someone coming up through the system who was aware of their sexuality?
The environment is much more supportive and geared toward inclusion; players are encouraged to be themselves and to seek support from clubs and teammates.
S2E16: Will Hanley
Q: What does music allow you to express about the world of football that is harder to do in the spoken word?
Music lets me access the irrational parts of footy and express the emotional, theatrical side, while spoken words handle the narrative and context; together they convey both joy and vulnerability.

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What is GayFL about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends passionate AFL and AFLW coverage with LGBTQIA+ perspectives, delivering game analysis, culture, and events through a queer lens. Episodes balance lively banter with serious discussions on inclusion, representation, and community impact, often featuring in-depth interviews with athletes, activists, artists, and media guests who illuminate how sport and fandom intersect with identity. A standout pattern is the consistent focus on inclusion, visibility, and allyship within football culture, paired with fan engagement, live Radiothon moments, and crossovers to theatre, music, and broader LGBTQIA+ topics. The format maximizes warmth and community while tackling tough topics like homophobia, safety, and leadership in sport, makin... more

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