The Jack Murley Sports Show

Elevating Trans Voices: A Sports Show Special

We don’t know about you, but we don’t think there’s ever been a more important time to elevate the voices of the trans community in sport.
At a time when it feels as if trans athletes across the globe are being talked ABOUT, we decided it was appropriate to use our platform to show what happens when you talk TO trans men and women in sport instead – about their goals; about what sport brings to their lives; and the ups, downs and in-betweens that they’ve experienced, on and off the pitch.
So, that's what we've done on the podcast today.
From rugby to wrestling to football at all levels, we’ve compiled some brilliant stories from the podcast’s back-catalogue featuring just a snapshot of the amazing trans individuals who have joined us on the podcast over the years.
We hope you enjoy them, that you share them – and that we can help spread some much-needed trans positivity and joy with today’s episode!
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The One with Nicholas Daines

As a gay stuntman breaking barriers in Hollywood, Nicholas Daines has turned his gymnastics background into an asset that has made him one of the most sought-after individuals for some of the big screen’s biggest blockbuster stunts.
He’s been in films like The Batman, Wicked and Indiana Jones – as Nicholas (a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community) turned his life as an elite-level gymnast and diver into a career in movies that few people can ever have dreamed off.
It's been too long since we've last had Nicholas on the show - so it's great to have him back on the podcast today to talk about his life in movies, in sport, and so much more besides.
From visibility for the queer community in Hollywood to his journey with his sexuality, it’s a cracking conversation with a guest that we think you’ll love!
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#lgbtq+ #lgbtsport #lgbtqnew #lgbtqsport #gymnastics #comingout #lgbtqia #sport #uksport #movies #stuntman #stuntwork
 

The One with Steve Dean

For more than a decade, Steve Dean has been part of the professional wrestling scene in the UK.
As both a competitor and an official, few people know their way round the ring more – so when Steve dropped us a message to say he was up for sharing the story of his life as a wrestler alongside his journey with his own sexuality, we were always going to say ‘yes’ to getting him on for a chat.
So, if you love wrestling, you’re going to love this chat – as we talk about the ins and outs of the British scene; finding who you are inside the ring; and the hidden ways in which a referee is often the secret sauce that keeps a good match going.
And if wrestling isn’t your thing, don’t worry – you’ll love our chat with Steve about how he came to understand his own place in the LGBTQ+ community; the importance of visibility; and how he came to get to where he is in the industry.
We’re always grateful when someone trusts us to help them share their story for the first time, and that’s exactly what Steve has done today!
WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST?@stevedeanrefs
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The One with Richard Morris

To say Richard Morris is a trailblazer is no exaggeration – and we’re not the only ones who think that either.
The motor-racing driver and co-founder and CEO of Racing Pride was named as exactly that by Attitude magazine this year – as he helps smash down stereotypes that exist in the world of motorsport, brick by brick and race by race.
It couldn’t be a more exciting time either – as at the start of May, Racing Pride are putting on their first-ever Miami Drag Race event ahead of the Miami Grand Prix, featuring none other than Drag Race winner Aquaria.
Factor in that and a busy spring and summer schedule that seemingly gets bigger each and every week, and it’s amazing that Richard has found time in his schedule to chat with us.
But he has – and it’s a cracking conversation with someone who is making waves, in and out of sport.
We chat about the growth of Racing Pride, getting buy-in from sport, pushing for change, his own racing career, and so, so much more besides – and we think you’re going to love it!
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Jahmal Howlett-Mundle Returns

We said last time that Jahmal Howlett-Mundle was on the podcast that the Sevenoaks Town captain was going to do big things in the game when it comes to inclusivity – but we didn’t expect him to be doing them quite so quickly.
The semi-pro footballer received some brilliant news to start April, when he was named as the winner of the LGBTQIA+ Award on this year’s Football Black List – which was thoroughly and richly deserved, and led to appearances on the BBC Sport website and Sky Sports News, to name just a couple.
We’re delighted to have Jahmal back with us today to talk about that honour and what it means to him; the importance of advocacy for him in the game; using his platform to help others; the season coming to an end for Sevenoaks Town and loads, loads more besides.
So, if you want a considered, quality chat with a player who is always thinking of
It’s always brilliant to have Jahmal on the podcast, and today is no exception – and we think you’re going to love this episode!
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The One On TRUK United - We'll Go Down In History

We’re no strangers to TRUK United on this podcast – but thanks to a pioneering new documentary, the story of the world’s first trans-inclusive football club is making it to the big screen.
Cameron Richards and Charlie Tidmas spent two years with their team, documenting the fortunes of the club for the documentary We’ll Go Down In History – which is a superb watch about the journey of the team.
One of the main subjects is Emily Waldron – a loud and proud Liverpool fan who has flourished at TRUK, even though she didn’t think football would necessarily be for her – and her journey is one of the key parts of a brilliant, beautiful story.
It’s a story of camaraderie, determination and joy – and one that is sorely needed – and we’re delighted that Cameron and Emily are with us on the podcast today.
We talk about the origins of the film, how it came together, the need to portray trans joy in sport on screen, the way it’s been received at screening after screening, including at the BFI Flare London LGBTQ+ Film Festival.
It’s a cracker of a chat, and we’re grateful to them both for joining us on the podcast today.
WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS?@trukunitedfilm
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The One with Heath Thorpe

Heath Thorpe has spent years representing Australia on the world stage in the world of gymnastics, where he's already accumulated more medals than you can shake a stick at! 
When he’s not competing at the very highest level, Heath is representing for the LGBTQ+ community in sport – and building his own brand as an athlete, an advocate, a model, a social media star and so much more.
We’ve been wanting to catch up with Heath for a little while – and since his schedule brought him to Belgium this spring, it was the perfect time to get him back onto the podcast for a catch-up about life over the past few years.
This is a cracking chat about Heath’s journey over the past few years – from becoming a national champion to changing his discipline within gymnastics, to becoming a broadcaster and discovering a strength of character he hadn’t always been certain he'd had.
We also talk about queer joy and visibility; becoming a role model and inspiring others; his release and being himself and loads, loads more besides.
It’s fantastic to get Heath back on the podcast, and we can’t wait for you to hear this one.
WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS?@heaththorpeWANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST?@jack_murleyjack@jackmurley.com

The One with Johnathan Zemlik

Whether it’s representing the LGBTQ+ community as an officer with Keighley Cougars or playing himself in any free hour he’s got, Johnathan Zemlik is someone who lives and breathes rugby.
He’s run out for Leeds Hunters, Ossett RUFC, York Barbarians and a whole host of other clubs – and this summer, he’ll even be a key part of the world’s longest-ever rugby union match for the charities Looseheadz and Wooden Spoon, which both do amazing work in the game.
So, when he said he wanted to come onto the podcast to shout about that – and so much more! – we were always going to say ‘yes’.
This is a fascinating conversation with someone who lives and breathes rugby, but who didn’t actually get into the sport into relatively late – and it feels like he’s been making up for lost time ever since!
It’s a conversation with some exciting announcements, some touching revelations, and a chat with a really genuine man who has discovered his tribe in rugby and is now dedicated to having others do the same.
It’s just a brilliant chat with someone who embodies what grassroots sport is all about, and we think you’ll really love this chat with Johnathan today!
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The One with the London Otters

Founded more than a decade ago, the London Otters have gone from strength-to-strength in the decade since it was set up, hosting everything from regattas to taster sessions to drag events – it really is going on there!
So, what better time to shine a spotlight on the Otters than now, with co-founder Grant ‘Ralphie’ Ralph and committee member Swarnima Sircar, who are our guests on the podcast today.
We talk about their own experiences of rowing, including why Ralphie helped to found the club in the first place; their own journeys in sport; getting others into rowing; their personal highs on and off the water and so much more.
It’s a fantastic chat with two brilliant guests from a great club – and we think you’ll love it.
WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS?@londonottersrc
WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST?@jack_murleyjack@jackmurley.com

The One with Emma Wiggs

In the sport of canoe, there simply hasn’t ever been a woman like Emma Wiggs.
A triple Paralympic gold medallist along with two silver Paralympic medals, plus an incredible twelve World Titles, more European Championships than you can shake a stick at – and a sporting CV that can go toe-to-toe with absolutely anyone in the world.
She’s also been nominated for the Sports Personality of the Year Award at this year’s Diva Awards – and continues to inspire and motivate others with her talks about her journey.
And when you hear this conversation with Emma, you’re going to understand why – as she’s one of the most incredible talkers and one of the nicest people in sport.
We chat about all sorts of things – her incredible sporting career, the history she’s made, the way she’s challenging the mindset that people feel elite athletes need to have, psychology, being herself, the people she’s inspired, and loads, loads more besides.
Time with Emma Wiggs is always time well spent – and we think you’re going to absolutely love this episode!
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