The Jack Murley Sports Show

What does it take to tell stories that matter? For almost twenty years, Ryan Butcher has been doing exactly that. This week on Off The Pitch, we're joined by Ryan Butcher – one of the UK's leading LGBTQ+ journalists, whose work has appeared in The Independent, Gay Times and The Big Issue, where he helped grow the publication's digital audience by up to 200% as News and Digital Editor. As a proud m...

What does it feel like to make sporting history? When Leigh Ryswyk decided to publicly share that he is gay, he became the first male AFL player – past or present – to come out publicly, making history in one of Australia's biggest sports. This week on The Jack Murley Sports Show, we're joined by Leigh Ryswyk – former Brisbane Lions player, Queensland Football Hall of Famer and LGBTQ+ trailblazer...

What does it take to build something that changes people's lives? To ignore society's expectations. To challenge perceptions. And to create a place where everyone knows they're welcome. This week on Off The Pitch, we're joined by Ashley Sweet – better known as Ginger – drag performer, entrepreneur and the founder of Ginger's Diner, Cornwall's much-loved LGBTQ+ inclusive venue. Ashley has never bee...

What does it take to make football a place where everyone belongs? This week on The Jack Murley Sports Show, we're joined by Brandon Gregory – football coach, campaigner, LGBTQ+ advocate and one of the driving forces behind the growth of Cardiff Dragons, one of the UK's leading inclusive football clubs. Football has always been at the heart of Brandon's life. As a player, coach and lifelong fan, h...

Lisa Power MBE has lived a life at the very heart of LGBTQ+ activism in the UK — and in this powerful episode of Off The Pitch, we hear her story in full. Often described as a “matriarch of LGBTQ+ activism”, Lisa’s impact is impossible to overstate. From volunteering at Lesbian and Gay Switchboard, helping launch The Pink Paper, and co-founding Stonewall, to becoming the first openly LGBTQ+ person...

What is the reality of life as an Olympic athlete — and what happens when success doesn’t feel the way you imagined? In this powerful episode of The Jack Murley Sports Show, we’re joined by Olympic swimmer Daniel Kowalski — a multiple medallist at the Atlanta 1996 Olympic Games and gold medallist at the Sydney 2000 Olympics. On paper, Daniel lived the Olympic dream. But behind the medals lies a fa...

What does it take to become a trailblazer in professional wrestling? And what does it mean to step into the ring — and proudly be yourself? Today on The Jack Murley Sports Show, we’re joined by Cassius The Neon Explosion — one of the UK’s most exciting LGBTQ+ wrestlers — ahead of a historic moment at Heaven nightclub in London. Pride Month. A legendary venue. A main event spotlight. Cassius isn’t...

What does it mean to challenge toxic masculinity? To inspire others through a love of reading? And to finally share your truth with the world? This week on Off The Pitch, we’re joined by James Goodwin — girl-dad, book lover, ADHD advocate, and a powerful voice redefining modern masculinity online. Through his platform, James (@decafdada) champions brilliant books, promotes positive representations...

What does it take to reinvent one of the world’s biggest sporting events? This week on The Jack Murley Sports Show, we’re joined by Phil Batty, Chief Executive of the 2026 Commonwealth Games — a Games set to be unlike anything we’ve seen before. With a shorter lead-in time, a more sustainable approach, and a streamlined format, Glasgow 2026 is redefining what the Commonwealth Games can be. But at...

What does it feel like to push beyond what you thought you were capable of? To become a role model? To win one of the UK’s most-loved TV shows — and not be able to tell anyone? In this episode of Off The Pitch, we’re joined by Fynn Allen, winner of The Great Pottery Throw Down, watched by more than two million viewers across the UK. Fynn’s journey is anything but typical. Having only taken up pott...

In just over a year, EuroGames 2027 lands in Cardiff — and it’s set to be one of the most powerful celebrations of LGBTQ+ sport the UK has ever seen. This week on The Jack Murley Sports Show, we’re joined by Jess Williams, part of the organising committee making it all happen — and trust us, this is going to be something special. From winning the bid to building a legacy that lasts long after the...

Dylan Holloway — also known as Dylan and The Moon — is one of the UK’s most exciting musicians, and a powerful voice for authenticity and LGBTQ+ representation in music. From performing at grassroots Pride events to taking to the stage at Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Dylan has built a reputation for captivating audiences with his voice, storytelling and honesty. Along the way, he’s collaborated with glo...

British professional wrestler Robbie Taylor joins The Jack Murley Sports Show to share his journey through the world of pro wrestling, identity and self-belief. A lifelong fan of the sport — inspired by legends like The Rock and Jeff Hardy — Robbie turned his passion into a career, competing across the UK for promotions including UKPW and Fist Club. But his story is about more than what happens in...

Patrick Gale is one of the UK’s most celebrated novelists — and a storyteller whose life has been every bit as fascinating as his work. From early days in a Notting Hill bedsit to life in a crumbling French château, Patrick Gale has lived a rich and unconventional life — working as a singing waiter, typist and ghost-writer before establishing himself as a leading literary voice. By the late 1980s,...

We often say that inclusive sports clubs are about more than results — and Ace Players Croydon is the perfect example of that. For nearly 50 years, the club has been a place not just to play tennis, but to find friendship, support and community. Leigh Armstrong has been part of the Aces since 1984, and in this powerful conversation, he takes us through the incredible history of the club — includin...

  There are very few athletes who arrive on the Paralympic stage and leave with a medal — but that’s exactly what Greg did at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, claiming silver in the men’s quad doubles 🇬🇧🥈 What makes that achievement even more remarkable? He only discovered wheelchair tennis a few years earlier. Since then, his rise has been nothing short of extraordinary — including reaching a Wimbled...

It’s been about a year since Scotty Rawk went viral on social media after his decision to come out in the ring at EFFY’s Big Gay Brunch event in Liverpool. One of the reasons why the British grappler’s story touched so many people was the fact that Scotty, in so many ways, defies the stereotype of what a member of the LGBTQ+ community is – with tattoos all over his body and a wrestling pedigree th...

Representing Australia at three Olympic Games, Matthew made history with a silver medal in Athens 2004 — the first individual male diving medal for Australia in nearly a century. We discuss his journey through elite sport, winning world and Commonwealth titles, claiming multiple Olympic accolades, and life after competition as a high-performance coach with Diving Australia. Matthew also shares ins...

Manager Garry Brown and player Riley Marks from Leftfooters FC join The Jack Murley Sports Show to talk about one of the UK’s most established LGBTQ+ football teams. Founded in 1999, the London-based club has spent decades creating a welcoming, inclusive space for people of all abilities to enjoy football. We discuss their journeys in the game, the importance of grassroots inclusive sport, and how...

Reigning WWE Evolve Champion Aaron Rourke joins The Jack Murley Sports Show to talk about his rise in professional wrestling and making history as an openly gay champion. From breaking into the industry to winning gold in WWE, Aaron shares what it takes to succeed at the highest level. We discuss representation, challenging stereotypes and what it means to be proudly LGBTQ+ in the wrestling world....

Author and returning guest Arthur Webber joins The Jack Murley Sports Show to discuss his powerful new book Jacob’s Transition Goals. Inspired by his own experiences, the story follows a young person navigating identity, sport and the dream of being their authentic self. Arthur shares the creative process behind the book and why trans representation in football and sport matters so deeply. We also...

Professional wrestler Jason Joshua returns to The Jack Murley Sports Show to share his journey of growth, resilience and authenticity in the world of pro wrestling. Known as the self-proclaimed “Big Daddy Unicorn”, Jason opens up about pushing beyond his comfort zone — both inside and outside the ring. We discuss his evolving fitness journey, life on the road as a wrestler, and navigating anxiety...

Matthew-Harriet Randall has spent nearly two decades working in the world of motorsport – and they’re committed to making it a place where everyone belongs. From championing inclusion at Aston Martin to bringing it across the paddock and beyond as the CEO of Racing Pride, Matthew-Harriet has a fascinating story to tell – and we dive into it all today on the show. We chat to Matthew-Harriet about w...

Filmmaker, footballer and director John Reavey returns to The Jack Murley Sports Show to discuss the powerful short film that’s taken the football world by storm. Created alongside performance poet Myndstate, the viral piece explores the lived reality of being LGBTQ+ in the beautiful game. John shares the deeply personal experiences that inspired the film, and why its message has resonated so stro...

Double Olympic silver medallist and world champion Bruce Mouat returns to The Jack Murley Sports Show after the 2026 Winter Olympics — and this time he’s joined by boyfriend Craig Kyle for their first joint-appearance on the podcast together. We talk about the whirlwind of competing on the Olympic stage over the past couple of weeks, the pressure of representing your sport at the Games, and what l...