The Jack Murley Sports Show

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 its core, the values of competition, inclusivity, and togetherness remain — including the return of Pride House, creating a vital space for LGBTQ+ athletes, fans, and communities.
Recorded ahead of the Games, this conversation dives into:✨ How Glasgow 2026 is reshaping the Commonwealth Games✨ The challenges of delivering a global event at pace✨ Why sustainability is at the heart of this year’s Games✨ The importance of Pride House and LGBTQ+ inclusion in sport✨ Phil’s personal perspective as an LGBTQ+ leader in sport
🌈 As an award-winning LGBTQ+ sports podcast, we bring you the stories that matter — from elite competition to the people driving change behind the scenes.
🎧 Listen now to go inside Glasgow 2026 and discover why this Commonwealth Games could change the future of global sport.
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Find out more:Instagram: @glasgow_2026
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Proudly supported by @cornwallpride Empowerment Fund, helping us share vital stories and champion LGBTQ+ communities everywhere 🌈
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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 pottery a few years ago — inspired by the very show he would go on to win — his story is one of passion, risk, and self-belief. But beyond the clay, this is a story about identity, authenticity, and living your truth.
Recorded on location at Fynn’s studio in Cornwall, this episode dives into:✨ What it was like to secretly win a major TV show✨ The reality of competing on The Great Pottery Throw Down✨ How life has changed since winning✨ Becoming a role model and representing others✨ Living authentically and embracing identity
🌈 As an award-winning LGBTQ+ podcast, Off The Pitch brings you powerful human stories that resonate far beyond sport, art, or television.
🎧 Listen now and discover why this is one of the most talked-about LGBTQ+ podcast episodes of the year.
👉 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share to help amplify LGBTQ+ voices.
Find out more about Fynn:Instagram: @fynnmadethis
Get in touch with the podcast:Instagram: @jack_murleyEmail: jack@jackmurley.com
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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 final whistle, we go behind the scenes of what it really takes to deliver a global, inclusive, multi-sport event.
We talk about:🏆 How Cardiff secured EuroGames 2027🌈 Creating inclusive sport on a massive scale🤝 Building partnerships and institutional support🚀 Why this event could help to shape the future of LGBTQ+ sport in the UK
This is more than an event — it’s a movement. And they want YOU to be part of it.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS?@eurogames27
WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE SHOW?@jack_murleyjack@jackmurley.com
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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 global stars like Jason Derulo — and was crowned winner of the BBC’s Project Icon.
Beyond the music, Dylan has connected with people around the world online through his deeply personal content — including viral duets featuring his pre-transition vocals, offering a unique and moving insight into his journey.
In this powerful and uplifting episode of The Jack Murley Sports Show, we talk about:
Growing up in Cornwall and finding a path into music
Navigating the industry as an LGBTQ+ artist
Transition, identity and becoming your authentic self
Using music and social media to inspire others
Honest, emotional and full of heart, this is a must-listen conversation with an artist we love.
WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST?@dylanandthemoon
WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST?@jack_murleyjack@jackmurley.com
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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 inside the ring.
From battling self-doubt to embracing his authentic self, Robbie opens up about the mental challenges of wrestling, the importance of LGBTQ+ visibility in the sport, and how being true to who you are can inspire others.
In this episode, we talk about:
Falling in love with professional wrestling
Breaking into the UK wrestling scene
Overcoming self-doubt and finding confidence
LGBTQ+ representation in wrestling
Building a career and identity in the squared circle
An honest, uplifting and inspiring conversation with one of the UK’s rising wrestling talents.
WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST?@the_robbie_taylor
WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST? @jack_murleyjack@jackmurley.com
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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, Patrick had published his first novels and made the move to Cornwall — a place that continues to inspire his writing to this day. His work includes multiple acclaimed books and the Emmy Award-winning screenplay for Man in an Orange Shirt, a powerful exploration of LGBTQ+ lives across generations.
In this captivating conversation on The Jack Murley Sports Show, we talk about:
Patrick’s lifelong love of reading and writing
Breaking into the literary world
Life in London during the HIV/AIDS epidemic
The evolution of LGBTQ+ rights and representation
Finding home and inspiration in Cornwall
Insightful, reflective and full of warmth, this is a brilliant conversation with one of the UK’s most important LGBTQ+ voices in literature.
 
WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST?@trevilley
WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST?@jack_murleyjack@jackmurley.com
 
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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 — including the vital role it played during the AIDS epidemic, when it became a lifeline for so many in the LGBTQ+ community.
This is a story about resilience, belonging and the power of sport to bring people together — on and off the court.
Our conversation with Leigh from the Aces will make you feel all of the emotions, and we’re so grateful to him for choosing us to tell the club’s powerful, poignant story.
📲 Listen now via the link in bio💬 Follow our guest: @acesplayerscroydon📩 Get in touch: @jack_murley | jack@jackmurley.com
 
#rainbowlaces #pride #tennis #inclusivetennis #sport #representation #lgbt #lgbtq

 
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 Wimbledon final last year and, more recently, opening up publicly about being gay for the first time.
So when Greg said yes to joining us on the podcast… we couldn’t wait to hit record.
🎧 In this episode, we talk about:– His journey into wheelchair tennis– Winning Paralympic silver– Coming out and sharing his story– Career highlights and future ambitions– And so much more
It’s an open, honest and powerful conversation — and one you won’t want to miss.
📲 Listen now via the link in bio💬 Follow our guest: @gregjslade📩 Get in touch: @jack_murley | jack@jackmurley.com
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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 that includes competing in some of the industry’s most violent contests.
So when Scotty said he wanted to come onto the podcast to share his story, we were absolutely delighted to have him on – and this is an amazing episode.
We talk about Scotty’s journey in wrestling, embracing his sexuality, the importance of visibility, going viral, featuring in Attitude magazine and so much more.
It’s another brilliant episode with a cracking first-time guest – and this is one you’re going to love.
WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST?@scottyrawk
WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST?@jack_murleyjack@jackmurley.com   
#ScottyRawk #LGBTQInSport #PrideInSport #OutInSport#ProfessionalWrestling #IndieWrestling #BigGayBrunch #QueerAthletes#RepresentationMatters #BreakingStereotypes #QueerJoy

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 insights on authenticity, inspiring the next generation, and pushing athletes to reach their full potential.A fascinating and inspiring conversation with one of diving’s most accomplished figures, it’s amazing to welcome another first time guest to the show – and we think you’ll love this chat with Mathew.
WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST?@mathewhelm
WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST?@jack_murleyjack@jackmurley.com
 #Diving #OlympicDiving #SwimmingLife #TeamAustralia #Olympian
#LGBTQInSport #PrideInSport #QueerAthletes #OutInSport #RepresentationMatters