Loud + Queer Talks

Melbourne/Naarm-based queer author Ronnie Scott has released his sophomore novel 'Shirley,' which he shared at last weekend's Melbourne Writers’ Festival.  He spoke to Liz Fouldes about breaking into the Australian publishing industry, finding queer belonging as an air force kid, and telling stories to satisfy readers.   Find Ronnie's work at https://ronniescott.au/  and read 'Shirley' where you g...

Melbourne/Naarm-based queer artist V released their latest album ‘Faithless’ earlier this year.  The “love letter to industrial music” involves a choir to reflect on loss, yearning and mental healthcare in Australia.  V told Mia Ranalletta the tracks on ‘Faithless’ centre the Federation Bells at the heart of the CBD.   Follow V's work @vlovescats on Instagram and find 'Faithless' where you listen...

Melbourne/Naarm-based broadcaster Jacob Gamble produces and hosts 3CR program Queering The Air. Gamble recently visited Darwin where they covered local tensions over a queer mural for print media.  The broadcaster told SYN Media's Sammy Perryman responsible and informed reporting is paramount when engaging with the queer community, particularly amid a rise in targeted public rhetoric.   Hear Queer...

Sydney/Eora-based queer artist PENI PARKER has returned with her brand of anarcho-femme punk. Her latest single ‘Disrupt’ demands your attention with battle-cry lyrics and instrumentals with attitude.  PARKER told SYN Media's Sarah Davenport ‘Disrupt’ charts her terrible, horrible, no good, very bad 2022.   Stream 'Disrupt' where you listen to music and find PARKER @peniparkerband  on Instagram.  ...

Melbourne/Naarm-based researcher Niamh White is researching how queer history is accessed in online spaces. She's exploring how young queer women are engaging with, sharing, and creating this content across a range of social media platforms.  The researcher told SYN Media's Taymi Brook queer history has never been more accessible online, with quick TikToks, Instagram infographics and Tumblr disser...

Freemantle/Walyalup, WA-based queer artist Cecilia Brandolini released her single ‘Stay’ this week. The alt-pop track charts the artist’s relationship with her first girlfriend.  Cecilia told SYN Media's Loughlin Patrick ‘Stay’ provided a chance for self-reflection.  She also spoke about her experiences in the music industry and efforts to create change.   Stream 'Stay' where you listen to music a...

Loud + Queer is the voice of Melbourne/Naarm's queer youth, broadcasting on SYN since 2018.   Hear new conversations with queer culture shapers and change makers on the ' Loud + Queer Talks ' podcast.  And open up our closet of archived episodes with the ' Loud & Queer (2018-22) ' podcast.   Listen locally:  Tune in to 90.7FM or SYN DAB+ in Melbourne (Naarm) or Geelong. Outside Melbourne:  Str...