Sam talks through all things study – such as how to overcome massive workloads and deal with big problems, while Leon tells of how he came out to his grandparents and what that entailed.

Lauren delves into the representation of Bisexual characters in media such as games, and how it may be problematic while Will talks about one of his favorite all time movies – the velvet goldmine (which is of course an older classic).

The Lovely Lauren discusses their experience with the more subtle forms of homophobia and queerphobia during their high school years, and Shiralee interviews Sam about their volunteer experiences and how they helped shape them.

The wonderful Will interviews their friend who is doing a Thesis on Asexuality representation in youth literature, and Sam delves into the general LGBTI+ meanings of Gatekeeping and Intersectionality, and how they also interact with other communities.

It’s IDAHOBIT! To celebrate this awesome day we got together with Minus 18 and Glenn Eira youth services to talk about things ranging from school pride groups, to facing discrimination, to how actions and words have impacts on our everyday lives. We also delve into IDAHOBIT and explore its past.

Lauren discusses writers who try to avoid LGBTQIA+ tropes in their work. Also, Sam gifts us with another round of Queer 101 where they clarify some common trans and non-binary terminology.

Here, Shiralee talks about two of her favourite LGBT artists; Frida Kahlo and Keith Haring. Also, Will dismantles some straight country music which is yee and most definitely HAW!!

Embarrassing moments.. have you had any? WELL the ‘Youth In Control’ team have had their fair share. Lauren decided it was time for a shakedown so you get to hear the latest goss on what these silly youthers have been up to! Also, Sam lays the facts out on miss rona so if you’ve been a little lax with the news, they’ve got you covered.
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In this episode, Leon talks about the idea of home and how this can be influenced when you have cultural roots outside the country in which you live. Also, Shiralee and Sam talk about mental health awareness month. They discuss coping mechanisms and how to take care of yourself when things get hard.

In our latest podcast, Shiralee educates us in Queer 101, Leon interviews his 11 year old brother Andre on what he knows and thinks about the LGBTIQA+ community and Sam brings us all the latest youth news.

In this week’s show, Sam interviews his parents on how they responded to him liking boys at the age of nine, Shiralee talks about how LGBT music influences her, and Lauren geeks out over the video game Dragon Age.

The youth are back in control of your podcasts, and this time Lauren and Shiralee share some bad date stories.  Sam has the weekly news updates.  Then, Leon talks about his coming out story, inspired by Sir Ian McKellen!
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This week, Sam has some tips on coping with stress, Shiralee and Lauren fill us in on how birth control is about more than just unwanted pregnancy, and Leon and Gian discuss the way friendships evolve as our lives and circumstances change.

Your host Leon chats to Darcy and Anthony about issues impacting LGBTIQA+ youth communities including the government’s proposed Religious Discrimination Bill and the latest Israel Folau controversy.
On a lighter note, Anthony takes us through what’s hot at the cinema, and the team bring you the news of the week.

Leon and Will recap their summer holiday shenanigans, reminisce about their first ever segment they presented on Youth In Control a year ago, and deliver the news of the week.
Plus Will has his top tips for making the most of university O-Week.

Leon chats to guests Jordan, Will and Marto.

Embracing cultural diversity is an important step in climate action solidarity. Here’s some incredible young people to keep your eyes on for years to come.
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Coming out is difficult. It’s even more difficult when you face erase from both heterosexual society and the queer community. Erin, Will and Sam chat bisexual visibility as a young person.
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Would a gym specifically for LGBTQ people make you feel more inclined to join up? Hear what we think!
Tune in to Youth in Control live, Saturdays 4-5pm on JOY 94.9FM, or find more JOYcasts at joy.org.au.

Why is queer representation in mainstream TV important? Hear what we think!
Tune in to Youth in Control live, Saturdays 4-5pm on JOY 94.9FM, or find more JOYcasts at joy.org.au.