The Jack Murley Sports Show

Jack Murley

Olympians, World Cup winners and sportspeople from around the world share their stories on the multi-award-winning show for the LGBTQ+ community in sport. 

  1. 1d ago

    Daniel Kowalski: Olympic Medals, Mental Health, Living Authentically, Growth And More

    What is the reality of life as an Olympic athlete — and what happens when success doesn’t feel the way you imagined? In this powerful episode of The Jack Murley Sports Show, we’re joined by Olympic swimmer Daniel Kowalski — a multiple medallist at the Atlanta 1996 Olympic Games and gold medallist at the Sydney 2000 Olympics. On paper, Daniel lived the Olympic dream. But behind the medals lies a far more complex story. From winning bronze in the 200m freestyle — a moment he considers the greatest achievement of his career — to taking silver in the 1500m and feeling like he’d failed, Daniel opens up about the emotional reality of elite sport. And when he finally achieved Olympic gold on home soil in Sydney? Instead of fulfilment, he was left feeling empty and lost. This honest and inspiring conversation explores the pressures of high-performance sport, the gap between success and happiness, and the importance of identity beyond results. Now Head of Olympian Services at the Australian Olympic Committee, Daniel uses his experiences to support current and former athletes navigating life during and after sport. He also reflects on coming out publicly in 2010 and what it means to live authentically as part of the LGBTQ+ community. In this episode, we discuss: The reality of competing at the Olympic GamesWhy winning doesn’t always bring happiness Mental health in elite sport Life after professional competition Coming out in sport and embracing identity Supporting the next generation of Olympians This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the Olympics, athlete mental health, LGBTQ+ stories in sport, and the truth behind elite performance. WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST? @danielkowalski775 WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST? @jack_murley jack@jackmurley.com   #Olympics #OlympicPodcast #DanielKowalski #EliteSport #AthleteMentalHealth #SportsPodcast #LGBTQPodcast #LGBTQInSport #ComingOutStories #Authenticity #HighPerformance #LifeAfterSport #MentalHealthAwareness #PodcastUK #SportStories #Inspiration #IdentityMatters

    28 min
  2. 6d ago

    Off The Pitch: James Goodwin on Finding His Identity, Challenging Toxic Masculinity and the Love of Books

    What does it mean to challenge toxic masculinity? To inspire others through a love of reading? And to finally share your truth with the world? This week on Off The Pitch, we’re joined by James Goodwin — girl-dad, book lover, ADHD advocate, and a powerful voice redefining modern masculinity online. Through his platform, James (@decafdada) champions brilliant books, promotes positive representations of masculinity, and isn’t afraid to take on the toxicity of the manosphere. But this conversation goes even deeper. In this episode, James speaks publicly about his sexuality for the very first time — sharing what it means to be bi, to live authentically, and to embrace every part of who you are. Recorded for Off The Pitch, this episode explores: ✨ Challenging the manosphere and redefining masculinity ✨ The power of reading and sharing stories that matter ✨ Living with ADHD and embracing individuality ✨ Speaking publicly about sexuality for the first time ✨ The joy (and etiquette!) of a great book 🌈 As an award-winning LGBTQ+ podcast, Off The Pitch brings you honest, powerful conversations that celebrate identity, community, and human stories that resonate. 🎧 Listen now and discover why this is one of our most important and personal episodes yet. 👉 Follow, subscribe, and share to help amplify LGBTQ+ voices and stories. Find out more about James: Instagram: @decafdada Get in touch with the podcast: Instagram: @jack_murley Email: jack@jackmurley.com #JamesGoodwin #Masculinity #ToxicMasculinity #LGBTQPodcast #Bisexual #BiVisibility #ADHD #BookLovers #ReadingCommunity #Bookstagram #MensMentalHealth #PositiveMasculinity #QueerVoices #RepresentationMatters #OffThePitch #PodcastUK #HumanStories #ListenNow

    26 min
  3. Jun 17

    Inside Glasgow 2026: Chief Executive Phil Batty on Inclusivity, Pride House and A Different Kind of Commonwealth Games

    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. 👉 Follow, subscribe, and share to support LGBTQ+ voices in sport. Find out more: Instagram: @glasgow_2026 Get in touch with the podcast: Instagram: @jack_murley Email: jack@jackmurley.com 🎧 Listen via the link in bio / stories 📱 Follow for weekly LGBTQ+ sports stories ⭐ Rate & review to support the show Proudly supported by @cornwallpride Empowerment Fund, helping us share vital stories and champion LGBTQ+ communities everywhere 🌈 #CommonwealthGames #Glasgow2026 #PhilBatty #LGBTQSport #PrideHouse #InclusiveSport #SportsPodcast #UKPodcast #SustainabilityInSport #MajorEvents #QueerVoices #RepresentationMatters #LGBTQPlus #SportForAll #PodcastRecommendations #JackMurley #NewEpisode #ListenNow

    29 min
  4. Jun 12

    Off The Pitch: Fynn Allen on Winning Great Pottery Throw Down, Living Authentically, and Becoming a Role Model

    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_murley Email: jack@jackmurley.com #FynnAllen #GreatPotteryThrowDown #PotteryThrowDown #LGBTQPodcast #QueerStories #LGBTQVoices #Channel4 #PodcastUK #HumanInterest #ComingOut #AuthenticSelf #RepresentationMatters #LGBTQPlus #CreativeJourney #Pottery #Ceramics #UKPodcast #AwardWinningPodcast #OffThePitch #ListenNow

    27 min
  5. Jun 5

    Off The Pitch: Dylan Holloway on Owning His Identity, Making Music That Inspires, Project Icon & Discovering Your Authentic Voice

    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_murley jack@jackmurley.com #DylanAndTheMoon #DylanHolloway #LGBTQMusic #TransVoices #QueerArtists #ProjectIcon #BBCMusic #IndieArtist #MusicJourney #AuthenticityMatters #RepresentationMatters #QueerJoy #TransJoy #LGBTQPodcast #Storytelling

    29 min
  6. Jun 3

    Robbie Taylor: Making A Name in British Wrestling, LGBTQ+ Representation & Finding Confidence in the Squared Circle

    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_murley jack@jackmurley.com #RobbieTaylor #UKWrestling #ProfessionalWrestling #IndieWrestling #FistClub #LGBTQInSport #GayWrestler #QueerAthletes #PrideInSport #OutInSport #RepresentationMatters #AuthenticityMatters #BeYourself #QueerJoy #JackMurleySportsShow #SportsPodcast #LGBTQPodcast #AwardWinningPodcast

    27 min

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Olympians, World Cup winners and sportspeople from around the world share their stories on the multi-award-winning show for the LGBTQ+ community in sport. 

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