It’s been a landmark year on The Jack Murley Sports Show — our busiest, boldest and most inspiring year yet. Across 2025, we’ve spoken to Olympians, Paralympians, world champions, grassroots heroes and groundbreaking LGBTQ+ trailblazers who are reshaping sport from the inside out.

In this special two-part end-of-year celebration, we look back at some of the most unforgettable moments and powerful conversations from the past twelve months, including:

• Julie Charlton on navigating elite sport as a non-binary athlete, and making their first Commonwealth Games
• Jackson Harrison on their lived experience in the sporting world as a non-binary individual
• Olympic figure skater Jason Brown on life at the top, and making it to the elite level of figure skating
• AFL pioneer Mitch Brown, the league’s first openly bisexual male player
• Paralympic superstar Katie-George Dunleavy on her extraordinary medal haul
• Our special live episode at St George’s Park for GFSN Quarter Finals Day

Every conversation this year has centred LGBTQ+ voices, celebrated inclusion, and highlighted the people pushing sport forward — and none of it would have been possible without our listeners. Join us as we celebrate a year of pride, passion and powerful storytelling in sport.

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It’s a celebration of Icons, Allies and Game-Changers as we mark the Best of 2025 (Part 1) on The Jack Murley Sports Show

It’s been a landmark year on The Jack Murley Sports Show — our busiest, boldest and most inspiring year yet. Across 2025, we’ve spoken to Olympians, Paralympians, world champions, grassroots heroes and groundbreaking LGBTQ+ trailblazers who are reshaping sport from the inside out.

In this special two-part end-of-year celebration, we look back at some of the most unforgettable moments and powerful conversations from the past twelve months.

For Part 1, we dip into the highlights from the first part of the year, including:

• National League referee Josh Eyre sharing his story publicly for the first time
• Olympic boxing star Cindy Ngamba on winning bronze in Paris
• Two-time Olympian Dan Jervis on stepping away from swimming
• Ruaridh Donaldson on allyship in football
• Australian gymnastics icon Heath Thorpe on inspiring others through authenticity
• Our live shows at Football Pride in Leicester with Josh Cavallo, Hugo Scheckter, Elle Finneran and Dr Beth Burgess

Every conversation this year has centred LGBTQ+ voices, celebrated inclusion, and highlighted the people pushing sport forward — and none of it would have been possible without our listeners. Join us as we celebrate a year of pride, passion and powerful storytelling in sport.

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Markus Thormeyer is a double Olympic swimmer, Commonwealth Games medallist, Pan-Am medallist — and one of Canada’s most inspirational LGBTQ+ athletes. After watching the London 2012 Games and wondering “why can’t that be me?”, Markus turned that dream into reality, competing at both Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020.

Before qualifying for his first Olympics, Markus came out to his teammates — a moment that he says unlocked his ability to reach the highest levels of elite sport. In this powerful and open conversation, Markus shares how authenticity, allyship and team support shaped his journey from young hopeful to international swimming star.

In this episode, we dive into:

• 🏅 How Markus discovered his passion for swimming
• 🌈 Why coming out allowed him to elevate his sport to the next level
• 🤝 The importance of allyship, inclusion and team culture
• 🗣️ His advice for LGBTQ+ athletes striving to be their authentic selves
• 🔥 His most memorable moments in the pool — from Commonwealth medals to making it one Olympic stage

If you love inspiring sporting stories, LGBTQ+ representation, and hearing from athletes at the top of their game, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

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Sam Timms lives and breathes football — and his passion for the beautiful game goes far beyond his life as an Aston Villa super-fan.

As a co-founder of the landmark Football Pride event and a dedicated player for London Falcons, Sam has become a leading grassroots voice for LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality in football.

After chatting to us at St George’s Park during the GFSN Cup Quarter Finals, Sam returns to the podcast for a powerful, thoughtful conversation about what it really takes to make football a place where everyone belongs.

In this episode, we explore:

• Sam’s work driving LGBTQ+ inclusion across football
• His personal journey as a gay man in the sport he loves
• What allyship actually looks like in football
• His most meaningful and memorable moments in the game

If you care about inclusive sport, grassroots change or the future of football culture, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Sam is passionate, honest and full of insight — and we’re thrilled to have him back on the show.

• Listen now to our award-winning LGBTQ+ sports podcast, heard in more than 40 countries every week.
• Follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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Samuel Timms vive y respira fútbol — y su pasión por el deporte rey va mucho más allá de apoyar al Aston Villa. Como cofundador del histórico evento Football Pride y jugador dedicado de London Falcons, Sam se ha convertido en una de las voces más influyentes a nivel local en la inclusión y la igualdad LGBTQ+ dentro del fútbol.

Después de unirse a nosotros por primera vez en St George’s Park durante los cuartos de final de la GFSN Cup, Sam regresa al podcast para una conversación poderosa y reflexiva sobre lo que realmente se necesita para que el fútbol sea un lugar donde todas las personas se sientan bienvenidas.

En este episodio, hablamos sobre:

• El trabajo de Sam impulsando la inclusión LGBTQ+ en el fútbol
• Su viaje personal como hombre gay dentro del deporte que ama
• Qué significa realmente ser un buen aliado en el fútbol
• Sus momentos más significativos y memorables en el deporte

Si te interesan el deporte inclusivo, el cambio desde la base o el futuro de la cultura futbolística, este episodio es imprescindible. Sam es apasionado, honesto y lleno de ideas — y estamos encantados de tenerlo de vuelta en el programa.

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Mitch Brown spent years living the ultimate Aussie footy stereotype — a tough, reliable defender running out nearly 100 times in the AFL for the West Coast Eagles. A Rising Star nominee and a much-loved teammate, Mitch’s career looked every inch the image of the “straight” Australian sportsman.

But behind the scenes, Mitch was carrying a secret: he was bisexual. And in a league where no male player had ever spoken publicly about being part of the LGBTQ+ community, the pressure to keep quiet was immense.

That changed earlier this year, when Mitch Brown made history by coming out publicly — becoming the first male AFL player to do so. His story sparked global headlines, inspired countless others, and became a landmark moment for representation in Australian sport.

In this powerful, honest conversation, Mitch joins us to talk about:

• His journey with his sexuality and the challenges of keeping his secret in elite sport
• What it was like to come out publicly as bisexual — and the worldwide reaction
• Inspiring others across Australia and beyond with his bravery and visibility
• His proudest and most unforgettable memories from his AFL career

Authentic, thoughtful and deeply inspiring, this is a landmark episode with a trailblazing athlete who changed the face of the AFL forever.

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With a career that’s taken him from representing Great Britain at the World Championships to competing at the legendary Burghley Horse Trials, Simon Grieve is one of British eventing’s brightest stars 🌟

Beyond the arena, Simon has also built a loyal online following through his honesty, humour, and openness — becoming a role model for LGBTQ+ visibility in equestrian sport 🌈

In this uplifting episode, Simon joins The Jack Murley Sports Show to talk about:

• How he first fell in love with eventing and built his career 🐎
• His most memorable competition moments
• What it means to be proudly LGBTQ+ in elite sport
• His goals for the future — both on and off the horse

Frank, funny, and full of heart, this is a must-listen for anyone who loves sport, authenticity, and stories of following your passion wherever it leads.

🎧 Listen now to The Jack Murley Sports Show — the award-winning LGBTQ+ sports podcast heard in more than 40 countries worldwide.

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EN ESPANOL: Con una carrera que lo ha llevado desde representar a Gran Bretaña en el Campeonato Mundial hasta competir en los legendarios Burghley Horse Trials, Simon Grieve es una de las grandes estrellas de la equitación británica. 🌟

Fuera de la pista, Simon también ha construido una fiel comunidad en línea gracias a su sinceridad, sentido del humor y autenticidad — convirtiéndose en un referente de la visibilidad LGBTQ+ en el deporte ecuestre. 🌈

En este inspirador episodio, Simon se une a The Jack Murley Sports Show para hablar sobre:

• Cómo descubrió su pasión por la equitación y construyó su carrera 🐎
• Sus momentos más memorables en la competición
• Qué significa ser abiertamente LGBTQ+ en el deporte de élite
• Sus metas para el futuro — dentro y fuera del caballo

Honesto, divertido y lleno de corazón, este episodio es imprescindible para quienes aman el deporte, la autenticidad y las historias de pasión y superación.

🎧 Escucha ahora The Jack Murley Sports Show — el galardonado pódcast deportivo LGBTQ+ que se escucha en más de 40 países de todo el mundo.

#SimonGrieve #Equitación #ConcursoCompleto #SaltoEcuestre #LGBTQEnElDeporte #OrgulloEnElDeporte #AtletasQueer #InclusiónEnElDeporte #JackMurleySportsShow #RepresentaciónImporta #DeporteBritánico #Autenticidad

It’s the home of English football — and for the first time ever, St George’s Park threw open its doors to host an unforgettable day of inclusive football and LGBTQ+ pride. 🌈🏆

In a landmark moment for the beautiful game, the GFSN Cup Quarter-Finals came to the FA’s world-class national football centre — bringing together teams, fans and allies for a day filled with passion, pride, protest and play.

From Proud Baggies to Mersey Marauders, Nottingham Lions to Leftfooters FC, this was about more than football — it was about belonging.

With unparalleled behind-the-scenes access, The Jack Murley Sports Show takes you right to the heart of the action at St George’s Park — capturing the sounds and stories of a truly historic day for inclusive sport.

In this special episode, hear from:

• Players and teams who are changing the face of football
• Organisers from the GFSN on creating inclusive spaces in the game
• Trailblazers who’ve fought for representation and visibility
• A community united by love for football — and for each other

Joyful, emotional and bursting with pride, this is more than a podcast episode — it’s a celebration of what happens when everyone has a place on the pitch.

🎧 Listen now to The Jack Murley Sports Show — the award-winning LGBTQ+ sports podcast heard in more than 40 countries worldwide.

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===== EN ESPANOL Por primera vez, St George’s Park fue el escenario de un día histórico para el fútbol inclusivo en Inglaterra. Este episodio especial del Jack Murley Sports Show celebra la alegría, el orgullo y la pasión de la GFSN Cup, donde equipos LGBTQ+ de todo el país se reunieron en el corazón del fútbol inglés. Con acceso exclusivo a los vestuarios, los jugadores y los organizadores, revivimos los momentos más emocionantes de esta jornada única. Escucha entrevistas con la GFSN, Proud Baggies, Mersey Marauders, Nottingham Lions, Leftfooters FC, Charlton Invicta y muchos más. Un homenaje al poder del deporte para unir a las personas y celebrar la inclusión en el fútbol.

#CopaGFSN #StGeorgesPark #LGBTQEnElDeporte #FútbolInclusivo #OrgulloEnElDeporte #AtletasQueer #FútbolParaTodxs #JackMurleySportsShow #LaRepresentaciónImporta #AlegríaQueer

When it comes to Manchester City, there’s one name fans trust as much as anyone in the industry — and that’s David Mooney.

Reporter, broadcaster and host of the hit podcasts Blue Moon and Let Me Talk, David has spent years telling the stories behind one of the world’s biggest football clubs. But beyond the press box, he’s also a passionate player, a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, and an advocate for inclusion in sport.

This week on The Jack Murley Sports Show, David joins us for a brilliant conversation about football, authenticity, and finding your voice — both on and off the pitch.

In this episode, David opens up about: ✨ His journey as an LGBTQ+ person in football media ✨ The importance of allyship and representation in sport ✨ Bringing Manchester City to a new generation of fans ✨ Building a career as a broadcaster and podcast creator

Honest, insightful and full of heart, this episode is a celebration of football, identity, and the power of visibility.

🎧 Listen now to our award-winning LGBTQ+ sports podcast, heard in more than 40 countries every week. 📲 Follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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Cuando se trata del Manchester City, hay un nombre en el que los aficionados confían tanto como en cualquier otro dentro de la industria: David Mooney. Periodista, locutor y presentador de los exitosos pódcasts Blue Moon y Let Me Talk, David ha pasado años contando las historias detrás de uno de los clubes de fútbol más grandes del mundo. Pero más allá de la cabina de prensa, también es un jugador apasionado, un orgulloso miembro de la comunidad LGBTQ+ y un defensor de la inclusión en el deporte. 🌈

Esta semana, en The Jack Murley Sports Show, David se une a nosotros para una conversación brillante sobre fútbol, autenticidad y cómo encontrar tu voz, dentro y fuera del campo.

En este episodio, David comparte: ✨ Su recorrido como persona LGBTQ+ en los medios deportivos ✨ La importancia de la alianza y la representación en el deporte ✨ Cómo acercar al Manchester City a una nueva generación de aficionados ✨ Cómo construir una carrera como locutor y creador de pódcasts

Honesto, inspirador y lleno de corazón, este episodio es una celebración del fútbol, la identidad y el poder de la visibilidad.

🎧 Escucha ahora nuestro pódcast deportivo LGBTQ+ premiado, escuchado cada semana en más de 40 países. 📲 Síguenos y suscríbete para no perderte ningún episodio.

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