The Jack Murley Sports Show

Izzy Wagner: Body Confidence, Training & Finding Authenticity Through Training

Izzy Wagner first came onto our radar after getting involved with this year’s Rainbow Laces campaign — but for tens of thousands of people, her social media has long been a trusted source of health and fitness advice.
For Izzy, fitness is deeply personal. After growing up feeling uncomfortable in her body and experiencing bullying, it was training in the gym that helped her build confidence, find contentment, and ultimately feel able to open up about her sexuality.
In this episode, Izzy joins us to talk about her journey in sport and fitness — and why she’s so passionate about helping people in the LGBTQ+ community become the healthiest and happiest versions of themselves.
In this episode, we talk about:
Growing up with sport and fitness
Long-term body confidence struggles
Finding contentment through training
Coaching, PT work and supporting others
Authenticity, visibility and Rainbow Laces
It’s a cracking episode with a brilliant guest, and we think you’ll love it as much as we do!
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#LGBTQFitness#QueerFitness#BodyConfidence#PrideInSport#RainbowLaces

Matt Boyles: LGBTQ+ Fitness, Helping The Community Reach Their Goals & Building Inclusive Spaces for Health

What started as a tongue-in-cheek comment on social media about gay men being told to “lock in” with their fitness goals turned into one of the most interesting and unexpected conversations we’ve had on The Jack Murley Sports Show. 💬🏳️‍🌈
Long-time listener Matt Boyles got in touch to explain why he’s built a brand and a business dedicated to helping men in the queer community feel confident, supported and empowered in fitness spaces — and we knew it was a conversation worth having.
In this episode, Matt joins us for an open, honest and thoughtful chat about:
His own experiences as a gay man in sport and fitness
The unique barriers LGBTQ+ people can face when it comes to getting active
What health, movement and wellbeing really mean beyond aesthetics
Why visibility, authenticity and community are key to making fitness more inclusive
This is a refreshing conversation about meeting people where they are, challenging fitness stereotypes, and creating spaces where LGBTQ+ folks can show up as their full selves — in the gym and beyond.
Whether you love fitness, struggle with it, or are just curious about how movement and identity intersect, this episode is packed with insight, empathy and plenty of food for thought.
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Luke Fisher: Heated Rivalry, LGBTQ+ Visibility in Ice Hockey and Why Representation in Sport Matters

From recording NHL games on VHS tapes as a kid to shaping the future of elite ice hockey across Europe — Luke Fisher’s journey through sport is powered by passion, perseverance and pride. 🏒🌈
Luke has made sport his life, working with NHL Europe and the Elite Ice Hockey League in roles that have taken him around the world.
And with Heated Rivalry emerging as one of the most talked-about sports shows of 2026, it was only right to welcome Luke back to The Jack Murley Sports Show to talk about why this moment matters so much.
In this episode, we dive into:
Why Heated Rivalry is such a landmark moment for LGBTQ+ visibility in sport
What authentic representation on screen really means
Bringing ice hockey to new and more diverse audiences
Luke’s personal reaction to seeing queer stories told with honesty and care
The Elite Ice Hockey League’s Pride activation — now proudly in its sixth consecutive season
This is a thoughtful, passionate and timely conversation about storytelling, visibility and the power of sport to help people feel seen.
Whether you’re a hockey fan, a media nerd, or someone who believes representation truly matters, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
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#LGBTQInSport#icehockey#InclusionInSport#PrideInSport#HeatedRivallry

Simon Blake: Stonewall CEO on Rainbow Laces, LGBTQ+ Inclusion & Getting Queer Communities Active in Sport

It’s a new year — and a bold new chapter for Stonewall’s groundbreaking Rainbow Laces campaign.
After years of focusing on elite-level sport, Rainbow Laces 2026 marks a powerful shift in direction, with Stonewall encouraging LGBTQ+ people at every level to embrace the joy of movement, physical activity and sport — whether that’s on the pitch, in the gym or simply getting active in everyday life.
So when Simon Blake, CEO of Stonewall asked to join us on The Jack Murley Sports Show to talk about the future of Rainbow Laces, it was an immediate yes — and not just because we share Cornish roots.
In this thoughtful and timely conversation, we explore:
The evolution of the Rainbow Laces campaign and why 2026 represents a new era
The pushback and controversy around previous campaigns — and whether it surprised him
Why getting LGBTQ+ people active matters more than ever
Simon’s own relationship with sport, and what movement means to him personally
This episode is an important listen for anyone passionate about LGBTQ+ inclusion, equality in sport and creating welcoming spaces for everyone to be active. We’re hugely grateful to Simon for joining us — and we’re certain this conversation will leave you inspired.
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Tim Koleto: Winning Silver at the Olympics, Figure Skating & Coming Out as Bisexual in Elite Sport

It’s been one year since Tim Koleto, the 2022 Olympic silver-medal-winning figure-skater, announced his retirement from a sport that shaped him for more than 25 years.
During a remarkable career, Tim competed around the world, earning more medals and titles than most people could dream about in a sporting lifetime – and doing it in circumstances that were far from normal!
Two years before retiring, Tim also shared another defining part of his story — coming out publicly as bisexual, helping to increase visibility for LGBTQ+ athletes in winter sports and beyond. Now, he reflects on what authenticity has meant throughout his career, the pressures of elite competition, and navigating life after sport.
In this episode, we talk about:
Winning Olympic silver at Beijing 2022
Representing Japan on the global stage
Coming out as bisexual in elite sport
Identity, visibility and allyship in figure skating
Life after retirement and redefining purpose
This is a thoughtful, powerful conversation with one of ice dancing’s most compelling voices — and a must-listen for fans of the Olympics, figure skating and LGBTQ+ stories in sport.WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST?@timkoletoWANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST?@jack_murleyjack@jackmurley.com #TimKoleto #OlympicSilver #IceDancing #FigureSkating #OlympiansOfInstagram #WinterOlympics #Beijing2022 #LGBTQInSport #BiVisibility #QueerAthletes #OutInSport #PrideInSport #AuthenticityMatters #RepresentationMatters #JackMurleySportsShow #SportsPodcast #AwardWinningPodcast #PodcastDiscovery #ListenAndLearn #VoicesInSport

Tom Miazga: Dominant CrossFit Champion, Paralympian & LGBTQ+ Trailblazer

Tom Miazga is, quite simply, a powerhouse.A Paralympian, a record-breaker, a multiple-time CrossFit champion and a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community — his journey is one of resilience, reinvention and relentless drive.
Tom first made his mark in the pool, representing Team USA at the 2008 Paralympics in Beijing. Over his career as a swimmer, he smashed eight American records, set two Pan-American records, and collected more than a dozen international medals along the way.
But if you thought that was impressive, Tom was just getting started.
Switching to CrossFit took his competitive career to another level. To date, he has been crowned “Fittest Seated on Earth” an incredible nine times, cementing his legacy as one of adaptive sport’s most dominant and inspiring athletes.
Away from competition, Tom is a passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, raising awareness and money through high-profile fundraisers — and with modelling also on his résumé, it’s fair to say he’s a man of many talents.
So we’re thrilled that Tom found time to join us for a powerful, honest and uplifting conversation about:
His journey from Paralympian swimmer to world-beating CrossFit athlete
What drives him to push beyond limits, again and again
Pride, visibility and supporting the LGBTQ+ community
His favourite memories from a remarkable sporting career
Why showing up authentically changed everything
This is a motivating, energetic and deeply inspiring chat with one of adaptive sport’s most impressive champions — and we think you’re going to love it.
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Ji Wallace: Olympic Glory, Authenticity, and Living Proud in Sport

From the trampoline in his childhood backyard to the Olympic podium in Sydney — Ji Wallace’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. ✨
As Australia’s only Olympic medallist in gymnastics, Ji made history with his silver medal at the 2000 Olympic Games. But his journey didn’t stop there. Twenty years ago, he also made headlines for another powerful reason — sharing his truth as a proud gay man and becoming an inspiring voice for LGBTQ+ representation in sport. 🌈
In this uplifting and insightful conversation, Ji opens up about:
Standing on the Olympic podium at a home Games 🥈
Becoming a world champion and chasing excellence
Coming out publicly and embracing his authentic self
Life beyond competition — and representing for the queer community
Authentic, joyful, and deeply inspiring, this episode celebrates the power of being true to yourself — both in sport and beyond.
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The Best of 2025 (Part 2) - LGBTQ+ Sporting Superstars and Grassroots Changemakers

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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The Best of 2025 (Part 1) - Icons, Allies & Game-Changers

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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#JackMurleySportsShow #LGBTQInSport #QueerAthletes #InclusiveSport #SportsPodcast #LGBTQStories #RepresentationMatters #PrideInSport #VisibilityMatters #LGBTQCommunity #SportsForAll #JoshCavallo #HeathThorpe #DanJervis #FootballPride #LGBTQNews

Markus Thormeyer: Olympic Swimmer on Authenticity, Allyship & Making a Splash on the World Stage

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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