Pride Untold
Pride Untold
Podcast Description
Exploring the behind-the-scenes stories of LGBT+ Pride events across the globe.
Pride Untold offers a unique look into the making of LGBT+ Pride events and the people who bring them to life.
Through candid conversations with a diverse range of guests, Pride Untold presenters Adrienne and Karen delve into what it takes to makes a Pride event. We will uncover the dedication and passion behind these events, as well as the diverse perspectives and attitudes that shape them.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of community building, inclusivity, and the challenges faced in organizing Pride events, with episodes discussing specific events like the Wagga Mardi Gras, Auckland Pride's Indigenous focus, Exmouth Pride's local engagement, and the history of Portland Pride, among others.
Exploring the behind-the-scenes stories of LGBT+ Pride events across the globe.
Pride Untold offers a unique look into the making of LGBT+ Pride events and the people who bring them to life.
Through candid conversations with a diverse range of guests, Pride Untold presenters Adrienne and Karen delve into what it takes to makes a Pride event. We will uncover the dedication and passion behind these events, as well as the diverse perspectives and attitudes that shape them.
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In this episode, we meet Holly Conroy, the founder of Wagga Mardi Gras. Holly shares her journey from growing up and transitioning in the rural town of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia, to launching the first Pride Mardi Gras event in the area. Despite initial fears and challenges, especially in a traditional country setting, Holly received overwhelming community support which fueled her ambition to showcase that rural areas can positively embrace LGBTQ+ events. Documenting her experiences in the SBS series Untold Australia: Country Town Pride, Holly reveals the behind-the-scenes effort, community and family focus, and personal perseverance that turned Wagga Mardi Gras into a widely supported and successful annual event, even overcoming initial sponsorship hurdles and logistical challenges without a formal committee. As she looks toward the future, Holly and her dedicated committee aim to continue growing the event, maintaining its family-friendly atmosphere and community-driven spirit.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:26 Growing Up in Wagga and Transitioning
01:55 Inception of Wagga Mardi Gras
02:45 Documentary and Community Response
03:31 Organizing the First Mardi Gras
05:44 Challenges and Support
08:39 Success and Growth of the Event
18:28 Family-Friendly Focus
23:48 Future Plans and Sponsorship
28:43 Upcoming Event Details
31:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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