Recorded in 3 hours, Amalie and Sherene were invited to Sunbury's first LGBTIQA+ event in February 2024, called Sounds Gay I'm In. This is a recording of attendees who anonymously offered to share their stories and thoughts on the day. Funded by Midsumma's Regional Activation Grant and Victoria Pride.

Paula weaves a sincere reflection of her influences and at times challenging childhood to contrast with her beautiful contemporary love story. Falling in love with an Amercian in the 1990's presented a colossal set of unique challenges that was navigated with determined artistry.

Trigger Warning - this podcast touches on issues that may be triggering to some listeners. If you feel upset by anything you have heard on this episode or any other Pride Across the Ages podcast, please reach and seek help through Switchboard on 1800 184 527.

Stephen shares a beautiful reflection of his life and how feeling like an outsider created immense loneliness for him when he was growing up. He opens up and shares how love, art and a regional move enriched his life and helped him find an ongoing decades long relationship and close network of friends.

Trigger Warning - this podcast touches on issues that may be triggering to some listeners. If you feel upset by anything you have heard on this episode or any other Pride Across the Ages podcast, please reach and seek help through Switchboard on 1800 184 527.