Seth (he/him) is a circus performer, swimming coach, and father living in Albury Wodonga.

In this episode, Seth shares his journey of self-discovery, starting with his unexpected leap into the circus at age 10, which helped him embrace his identity as a young gay man in rural Australia. He discusses his experiences as an intercountry adoptee from Colombia, the profound impact of becoming a father in a blended rainbow family, and how his diverse life experiences have shaped his perspective. Seth also reflects on his time living and training in Montreal, his love for teaching, and the importance of visibility and community support in regional areas.

Trigger Warnings: Homophobia, adoption-related loss.

If this content may be triggering for you, please seek support from a loved one or one of the helplines at the bottom of this description.

This podcast is released every Friday and could not have been possible without the support of our local community partners, Midsumma and the Fairer Victoria portfolio of the Victorian State Government.​

Episode Credits​

Producer, Interviewer & Editing: Helene Thomas​

Co-Producer: Ashlee Hints

Music & Underscoring: Mieke Louise

Want to know more about Pridefinder?​

www.midsumma.org.au/victorias-pride/pridefinder-podcast/​

Want to know more about Helene Thomas & The Wayfinder?​

www.thewayfinder.com.au/​

Music Credits

Original jingle and underscoring music written, composed, recorded and produced by Mieke Louise, a queer singer/songwriter and advocate from regional Victoria.

You can find out more about Mieke's coming music releases on their instagram @miekesmusik

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Seek Support

​If this podcast has raised difficult feelings for you, there is always support available:​

• Lifeline – 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/​
• QLife (3pm-midnight) – 1800 184 527 | www.qlife.org.au/resources/chat​
• Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 | www.beyondblue.org.au/support-service/chat​
• Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467 | www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/phone-and-online-counselling/​

Mieke Louise (she/her) is a queer singer-songwriter and advocate from Beechworth, Victoria.

In this episode, Mieke shares their journey of coming to terms with her bisexuality after growing up in a religious family and the challenges of letting go of harmful beliefs while navigating self-discovery. She discusses the role of songwriting as a therapeutic tool in her journey toward self-love and acceptance and reflect on the resilience of the regional queer community in the face of homophobia. Mieke also highlights her involvement in advisory groups supporting LGBTQIA+ youth and her advocacy work through music, including performances at pride festivals and local events.

Trigger Warnings: Homophobia, internalised homophobia, pregnancy loss and religious-based trauma.

If this content may be triggering for you, please seek support from a loved one or one of the helplines at the bottom of this description.

This podcast is released every Friday and could not have been possible without the support of our local community partners, Midsumma and the Fairer Victoria portfolio of the Victorian State Government.​

Episode Credits​

Producer, Interviewer & Editing: Helene Thomas​

Co-Producer: Ashlee Hints

Music & Underscoring: Mieke Louise

Want to know more about Pridefinder?​

www.midsumma.org.au/victorias-pride/pridefinder-podcast/​

Want to know more about Helene Thomas & The Wayfinder?​

www.thewayfinder.com.au/​

Music Credits

Original jingle and underscoring music written, composed, recorded and produced by Mieke Louise, a queer singer/songwriter and advocate from regional Victoria.

You can find out more about Mieke's coming music releases on their instagram @miekesmusik

​

Seek Support

​If this podcast has raised difficult feelings for you, there is always support available:​

• Lifeline – 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/​
• QLife (3pm-midnight) – 1800 184 527 | www.qlife.org.au/resources/chat​
• Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 | www.beyondblue.org.au/support-service/chat​
• Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467 | www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/phone-and-online-counselling/​

Season 2 of The Pridefinder Podcast launches on Friday, January 17, 2025!

Join us as we continue exploring the unique stories of regionally living LGBTQIA+ Victorians. Produced by Helene Thomas, this season deepens the journey, highlighting new voices and experiences that resonate with authenticity, courage, and pride.

Tune in to hear powerful stories of hope, resilience, and community as we celebrate diversity across Victoria’s queer community.

Catch new episodes every Friday to Apple, Spotify, or your favourite podcast platform, and join us in celebrating the beauty and strength of regional LGBTQIA+ voices in Victoria.

Original jingle and underscoring music written, composed, recorded and produced by Mieke Louise, a queer singer/songwriter and advocate from regional Victoria.

You can find out more about Mieke's coming music releases on their instagram @miekesmusik

Want to know more about Pridefinder?

​www.midsumma.org.au/victorias-pride/pridefinder-podcast/​

Want to know more about Helene Thomas & The Wayfinder?

​www.thewayfinder.com.au/​

Seek Support

​If this podcast has raised difficult feelings for you, there is always support available:​

• Lifeline – 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/​
• QLife (3pm-midnight) – 1800 184 527 | www.qlife.org.au/resources/chat​
• Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 | www.beyondblue.org.au/support-service/chat​
• Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467 | www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/phone-and-online-counselling/​