Cath (she/her) is a later-in-life lesbian, community advocate, and proud mother living in Wangaratta, Victoria.

In this episode, Cath shares her journey of self-discovery and coming out in her 50s after spending much of her life conforming to societal expectations. She reflects on growing up in a culture where being with a woman never seemed like an option, her experience navigating relationships, and the turning point that led her to embrace her identity. Cath also opens up about her recent marriage breakup, the importance of self-reflection, and her involvement with LINE Wangaratta, where she hopes to support others on their own journeys of coming out and self-acceptance.

Trigger Warnings: Discussions of identity struggles, relationship breakdown, and societal pressures.

If this content may be triggering for you, please seek support from a loved one or one of the helplines at the bottom of this description.

This podcast is released every Friday and could not have been possible without the support of our local community partners, Midsumma and the Fairer Victoria portfolio of the Victorian State Government.​

Episode Credits​

Producer, Interviewer & Editing: Helene Thomas​

Co-Producer: Ashlee Hints

Music & Underscoring: Mieke Louise

Want to know more about Pridefinder?​

www.midsumma.org.au/victorias-pride/pridefinder-podcast/​

Want to know more about Helene Thomas & The Wayfinder?​

www.thewayfinder.com.au/​

Music Credits

Original jingle and underscoring music written, composed, recorded and produced by Mieke Louise, a queer singer/songwriter and advocate from regional Victoria.

You can find out more about Mieke's coming music releases on their instagram @miekesmusik and spotify

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• Lifeline – 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/​
• QLife (3pm-midnight) – 1800 184 527 | www.qlife.org.au/resources/chat​
• Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 | www.beyondblue.org.au/support-service/chat​
• Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467 | www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/phone-and-online-counselling/​