Big Bi+ Questions

Why do so many animals get caught up in the human debate about bisexuality? This week on Big Bi+ Questions, Tamzyn, Little Jase, and Raena are joined by our resident scientist Dr Cat to explore bisexual erasure in the animal kingdom. From bonobos to penguins, lions to Lisa Mitchell’s Animals, we ask: do animals even care about labels, or is that just a human thing? We dive into same-sex behaviour...

The big question in this episode is a little different. It’s not a question that bi+ people get asked a lot and it’s not a question bi+ people ask themselves. It’s a question bi+ people might respond with when asked about their identity – Why are you asking? Raena, Jase, and Dave were joined by JOY presenter CJ, who shared their multi-gender attracted identity journey befor...

In this episode of Big Bi+ Questions, we were joined by Andrew “Doogie” MacDougall, host of the Pride & Puck podcast and an advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusion. Doogie shared his journey with settling into his multi-gender attracted identity and we unpacked what bi+ visibility looks like across different environments, how it’s shifted with age or political climate, and what subtl...

In celebration of International Non-Binary People’s Day (14th July), the team had a chat about a misconception that bi+ are sometimes asked about: ‘does being bisexual exclude non-binary people?’. Our non-binary co-host Little Jase shared an insight into their identity and journey and we talked about ways you can play, test things out, and feel comfortable with your gender expression....

Where are all the bi+ sports people? To help us answer this big question, we were joined by passionate sports inclusion advocate and proud bisexual man, Kade Matthews. We also welcomed back previous guest Joey Talison and introduced our new co-host Raena to the Big Bi+ Questions team. Together, we had a chat about bi+ visibility in professional and non-professional sports, why openly bi+ athletes...

So where is the bi+ in showbiz? We asked cabaret queen and drag darling Tash York to help us find out! With her trademark humour, powerhouse voice, and glitter-drenched bi+ visibility, Tash joined us for a big bi+ chat about being part of the cabaret and drag scenes, how her identity has evolved, and what it really takes to own the stage. We also talked burlesque, bi+ confidence, and why performin...

Being greedy is a harmful bi+ stereotype but where does it originate from? On this episode of Big Bi+ Questions we were joined by psychologist and podcast host, Juniper Muller, and we had a big chat about how bi+ people can deal with this stereotype being placed upon us. Check out Juniper’s podcast, Trans Sexual, an adult podcast for trans pleasure, at  www.transsexualpod.com  or wherever yo...

Do you want to be part of the leather community but worried you’ll be excluded because you’re multi-gender attracted? It’s a question that bi+ people can ponder, especially because the leather community can sometimes be perceived as a closed community. On this episode of Big Bi+ Questions, we were joined by Andrea, Brock, and Johnny from Melbourne Leather to chat about the leathe...

Coming out usually doesn’t happen just once, but coming out once can sometimes mean you have to be ‘out’ everywhere. Whilst others may be able to choose where they are ‘out’. Joseph Talison, author of ‘What not to say to a bisexual’ and ‘Discovering Douglas’ joined the Big Bi+ Questions team for a chat about coming out and being out, and why it...

Sure, there are some harmful bi+ stereotypes out there but there are a lot of fun ones such as the stereotype that bi+ people can’t sit on chairs properly. On this episode of Big Bi+ Questions, we had a big bi+ chat about where these stereotypes came from, how we feel about them, and how they can help bi+ people feel part of a community. If any of the topics in this episode bring up difficul...

How do you know if a label still fits? That’s really what this episode’s big question is about – whether that’s someone who currently labels themselves as multi-gender attracted but thinks they might be a lesbian, or someone who labels themselves as lesbian but thinks a multi-gender attracted label might suit them better. The Big Bi+ Questions team were very grateful to be...

It’s a huge big bi+ JOY Radiothon episode! We were joined by the voice that is John Deeks, all the way from pansexual Paris. John gave us an insight into his multi-gender attracted identity and we had a chat about the big question ‘what does a bi+ voice sound like?’.   You can continue signing up to be a JOY member and donating at  joy.org.au ! Connect with the Big Bi+ Questions...

This was such a BIG question that we had to split it over two episodes, and here is part 2 full of even more big bi bangers including Janelle Monáe, Beth McCarthy, Dodie, Halsey and Lauren Jauregai, Demi Lovato, Dove Cameron, and Peaches! Get more bi-conic goodness from PENELOPE on Instagram  @i.am.the.penelope . Connect with the Big Bi+ Questions team on Instagram  @bigbiquestions  or email  bigb...

Is it a bi banger? The Big Bi+ Questions team had a chat with the amazing bi-con PENELOPE about coming out as bisexual and being part of the Bi-Conic float in the Sydney Mardi Gras parade. We then revealed the first three of our favourite bangin’ bi anthems including tracks from Peter Allen, Blur, and Panic! At The Disco! Get more bi-conic goodness from PENELOPE on Instagram  @i.am.the.penel...

The bisexual imposter syndrome rears its ugly head with this question, brought to us by our special guest Mia, from JOY’s weekly show, Nouveau. In this episode, find out about Mia’s journey to discovering her multi-gender attracted identity and what it has to do with 2010’s American sitcom, VICTORiOUS. You can catch Mia with her co-host Mietta on Nouveau on JOY, Tuesdays at 7pm A...

What does it mean to be masculine enough to be a bisexual man? It’s a big question our guest, Steve Spencer, asked himself on his identity journey so it was the perfect, big question for us to chat about on this insightful episode of Big Bi+ Questions. If any of the topics in this episode bring up difficult or intense feelings for you, we encourage you to reach out for support from a trusted...

This episode of Big Bi+ Questions is a little different. Usually the big question of the episode is something bi+ people get asked a lot or a question we ask ourselves. This time around, it’s a question that non-bi+ people might ask: How can I be a beautiful ally for the bi+ community? The Big Bi+ Questions team were grateful to be joined by LGBTQIA+ advocate and educator, Sally Goldner, who...

It’s a question many bi+ people had asked themselves at some point. In this episode, we were joined by Felipe to explore why this question came up, how we have navigated it, and what it might say about internalised bi-phobia, our attraction, and the pressure to “pick a side.” Felipe also shared his journey of discovering his bi+ identity, which involved a move from Colombia to Australia, bei...

Labels can be empowering, comforting, and a way to connect with community—but they can also feel confusing or limiting. So how do you decide which one (if any) is right for you? In this episode, the Big Bi+ Questions team is joined by Dr. Catriona Nguyen-Robertson to chat about the big question ‘What label should I pick?’ Find out more about Dr. Cat’s show Science Queeries and he...

If any of the topics in this episode bring up difficult or intense feelings for you, we encourage you to reach out for support from a trusted friend, community, or mental health professional. You can find a list of organisations you can turn to for support on this page: joy.org.au/support Bi+ people have consistently reported higher rates of mental health challenges compared to both straight and g...

For a long time, bi+ representation on TV was rare—and when it did appear, it often wasn’t great. One infamous example? The Sex and the City episode Boy, Girl, Boy, Girl…, where Carrie and her friends react very poorly to bisexuality. But how far have we come since then? On this episode of Big Bi+ Questions, the team is joined by writer, journalist, and author Patrick Lenton to discuss the evoluti...

Are you more straight or more gay? Bi+ people hear this ALL the time, but what does this question even mean and why do some people feel the need to ask it? Is it because they think bisexuality doesn’t exist or maybe because they’re avoiding their own internal identity questioning. On this episode, we’re joined by our special guest Venetia Brissenden, co-host of JOY’s groovy...

Ever felt that you weren’t queer enough based on who you’ve slept with? On this episode, Jase and Tamzyn are joined by award winning activist and advocate Ruby, who was part of JOY’s first ever bi+ show, Triple Bi-Pass, on air from 2018 to 2022. Apart from chatting about the big bi question, we also induct the very first person into the Big Bi+ Questions: Bi-conic Figures Hall of Fame....

The Big Bi+ Questions team are looking for bi+ health research. Thankfully, Associate Professor Benjamin Bavinton and PhD candidate Bella Bushby, from the Bi+ Sexual Health and HIV (BiSHH) survey, join them to chat about why more bi+ research is needed and how results from the BiSHH survey will help shape research, advocacy, and better healthcare for bi+ people. It’s a BBQ, BiSHH! If you&#82...

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