The Jack Murley Sports Show

Adam Bolt: The UK’s Longest Reigning Pride Champion on Opening Up Wrestling, Training with the Harts And More

“I’m proud to represent the community, and I’m also here to main event the big promotions and prove myself to everyone”
It’s been a little while since Adam Bolt has joined us on The Jack Murley Sports Show – which means there’s plenty to dive into with this trailblazing UK professional wrestler who has got people talking on both sides of the Atlantic.
In the UK, he’s the longest-reigning Pride Champion in the history of True Grit Wrestling, and has put on Match of the Year contenders with the likes of Tony Wright and others.
In the USA, he’s turning heads as well – including with a trip to train alongside the legendary Nattie Neidhart from the incomparable Hart wrestling dynasty.
Plus, Adam is doing it all while still proudly representing the LGBTQ+ community – and showing that the queer community in wrestling can make change happen, simply by showing up as their authentic selves.
So, it’s amazing to have Adam back on the pod for a chat – and this is an episode that we think you’ll love, just like we always love having Adam on the show.
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AJ Lamarque: Comedy, Basketball, Breaking Barriers and Why Sport Is for Everyone

Comedian, inclusivity campaigner and Pride in Basketball ambassador AJ Lamarque joins The Jack Murley Sports Show to talk about his unexpected journey into basketball and why sport is for gay guys.From signing up to a queer basketball team at Mardi Gras to becoming a powerful advocate for inclusion in Australian sport, AJ shares how visibility and authenticity changed his relationship with the game.We discuss challenging stereotypes, finding confidence on the court, and using social media to open up conversations around LGBTQ+ inclusion.AJ also reflects on balancing comedy with campaigning, and what basketball has given him beyond the scoreboard.It’s a funny, thoughtful and uplifting conversation about representation, community and reclaiming space in sport.
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AJ Ogilvy: Coming Out in Australia’s NBL, Visibility in Sport, Heated Rivalry and More

AJ Ogilvy is a former captain of the Illawarra Hawks, a player with the Sydney Kings and a trailblazer in global sport.
And last month, he made headlines around the world when he sat down alongside fellow basketball pioneer Isaac Humphries and spoke publicly about his sexuality for the very first time — becoming just the second out gay player in the history of the National Basketball League.
Since then, life has been a whirlwind — but AJ joins us on The Jack Murley Sports Show for an honest, thoughtful and hugely important conversation about identity, courage and visibility.
In this episode, we talk about:
How AJ first fell in love with basketball
His favourite memories from a career at the top level
His journey with his sexuality and the decision to come out
The reaction from fans, teammates and the wider sporting world
Why visibility matters so much in professional sport
#HeatedRivalry and how it has inspired him
This is a cracking conversation with someone whose courage is already changing the game for the next generation - and we're delighted to have him on the podcast. 
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#LGBTQInSport #GayAthlete #OutInSport #PrideInSport #InclusiveSport

Gary Shaw: PGA Professional on Coming Out in Golf, Making the Sport Inclusive and Rediscovering His Love for the Game

Gary Shaw is a PGA professional whose life has revolved around the sport from a young age — training alongside Shane Lowry, competing with Rory McIlroy and setting course records across the UK and Ireland.
But as Gary came to terms with his sexuality, his relationship with golf began to change. It was only after coming out as gay that he rediscovered his passion for the game — a journey that led him to found LGBT Golf, an organisation dedicated to making the sport more welcoming and inclusive.
In this powerful and honest conversation on The Jack Murley Sports Show, Gary opens up about identity, authenticity and why representation matters so much in traditionally conservative sports.
In this episode, we discuss:
Growing up in elite-level golf
Losing — and rediscovering — his love for the sport
Coming out as gay in professional golf
Founding LGBT Golf and supporting others
Making golf a place where everyone belongs
This is an inspiring conversation about courage, community and finding joy in sport by being your true self.
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#GolfLife #ProfessionalGolf #GolfCommunity #GolfCoach #GolfForAll

Fist Club: Fostering Inclusivity in Pro Wrestling & Bringing Queer Joy to the Squared Circle

If you’re ready for your next obsession, Fist Club might just be it. Blending professional wrestling, cabaret, performance art and unapologetic queer joy, the trailblazing collective has created one of the most exciting and inclusive spaces in British wrestling today.
Praised by WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley and celebrated for spotlighting LGBTQ+ wrestling talent from across the UK, Fist Club is redefining what wrestling can look and feel like — placing representation, safety and creativity at the heart of the squared circle.
In this vibrant and insightful conversation, co-founder Ash Wilk joins us to talk about:
Their love of professional wrestling
The origins and vision behind Fist Club
Creating safe, affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ wrestlers and fans
Blending cabaret, theatre and wrestling into something totally unique
Why queer representation in wrestling matters more than ever
A joyful, powerful and eye-opening episode that celebrates queer creativity, athleticism and community, this is a must-listen whether you’re a lifelong wrestling fan or completely new to the world.
🎧 Listen now to Ash Wilk on The Jack Murley Sports Show — the award-winning podcast championing LGBTQ+ voices and inclusive stories from across sport and performance.
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#FistClub #IndieWrestling #BritishWrestling #lgbtq+ #pride

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