Stephanie Summers   5 February  2026

Stephanie Summers 5 February 2026

Author: JOY 94.9 - Rainbow Community Podcasts for our LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Communities February 12, 2026 Duration: 44:30

On the returning episode of The I in Us for 2026 Paul and Cody welcomed Stephanie Summers. Stephanie is an Australian intersex community member, LGBTQIA+ field umpire and athlete Stephanie Summers to the JOY 94.9 airwaves.

During Melbourne’s Midsumma Carnival (Sunday 18 Jan 2026) Stephanie reluctantly approached the InterAction/IPSA information marque and bravely disclosed to Bonnie, Kylie and Gwen that she is intersex. When I returned from a wander Stephanie, a 47XXY individual from Melbourne was introduced to me, and within the shortest time, Stephanie felt comfortable to open up to us all.

Growing up wasn’t easy nor good for Stephanie as both her mother’s and father’s sides of her family didn’t accept how she was born, and who she is. But now Stephanie has found her accepting, supportive intersex family and she shares her perspective on being intersex and her experiences as an elite athlete on this wonderful show.

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Tune into The I in Us, a space dedicated to the often overlooked and vital conversations within the intersex community. Produced by JOY 94.9 as part of their Rainbow Community Podcasts, this series moves beyond simple definitions to explore the lived realities, diverse identities, and personal stories of intersex people. Each episode fosters a genuine sense of connection, tackling how intersex experiences intersect with broader societal structures, cultural perceptions, and personal well-being. You’ll hear discussions that thoughtfully navigate topics of health, both physical and mental, fitness, sexuality, and the ongoing journey toward self-acceptance and advocacy. This podcast serves as both a refuge and a resource, amplifying voices that challenge norms and build understanding. It’s about finding the shared humanity in our individual stories and recognizing the strength in community. For anyone within the LGBTIQA+ spectrum and its allies, these conversations provide essential insight and foster a deeper, more inclusive dialogue. The depth and authenticity found here make this more than just a podcast; it's a continuous thread in the fabric of community building.
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Alex David [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Tony Briffa and Heather Corkhill [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Bonnie and Steph    16 April  2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:22
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Alfred Jonker [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:04
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Duration: 44:45
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