<p>This week we sit down with Mitch Brown, former professional AFL footballer, to talk about the power of authenticity in a world where masculinity is often misunderstood.</p><p><br /></p><p>Mitch shares the highs, the fears, and the freedom that came with coming out, and the importance of supporting the people you love, whether they’re queer or not.</p><p><br /></p><p>We also discuss homophobia in AFL culture, and the ripple effect of words spoken in locker rooms.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you (or someone you know) need further support we recommend Rainbow Door, a free hotline and support specialist service LGBTIQA+ Victorians, their friends and families. </p><p>https://www.rainbowdoor.org.au/</p><p><br /></p><p>Produced by Headon.agency</p>

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Mitch Brown: On Coming Out, Casual Homophobia & Rewriting AFL Masculinity

DEC 1, 202550 MIN
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Mitch Brown: On Coming Out, Casual Homophobia & Rewriting AFL Masculinity

DEC 1, 202550 MIN

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<p>This week we sit down with Mitch Brown, former professional AFL footballer, to talk about the power of authenticity in a world where masculinity is often misunderstood.</p><p><br /></p><p>Mitch shares the highs, the fears, and the freedom that came with coming out, and the importance of supporting the people you love, whether they’re queer or not.</p><p><br /></p><p>We also discuss homophobia in AFL culture, and the ripple effect of words spoken in locker rooms.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you (or someone you know) need further support we recommend Rainbow Door, a free hotline and support specialist service LGBTIQA+ Victorians, their friends and families. </p><p>https://www.rainbowdoor.org.au/</p><p><br /></p><p>Produced by Headon.agency</p>