Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

You Want eclectic? This is the place

You want a gentle start to Sunday morning? Look no further

Diverse laid back listening

Your weekend up with bek and special guest co-hosts. The music is that little bit left of centre, with some pop and oldies mixed in there too. There's rotating segments that change weekly or monthly and the "who am I" may even make a comeback!

A celebration of pop, new pop and future pop eclecticism. Plus good humor, information and guests.

A celebration of pop, new pop and future pop eclecticism. Plus good humor, information and guests.

A celebration of pop, new pop and future pop eclecticism. Plus good humor, information and guests.

Adam Barralet chats with those who dedicate their lives to the conservation of animals and the environment.

A celebration of pop, new pop and future pop eclecticism. Plus good humor, information and guests.

Issues all around us, examined from a queer point of view

Addam and Peter discuss a range of topical issues, interview their guests, and play the best light classics

Allegro Non Troppo is JOY's longest running program, in it's 14th year

Allegro Non Troppo is broadcast across Australia on the Community Radio Network

Remember when....

the "car-crash du jour" was Judy and not Britney?

Been There Done That

A celebration of pop, new pop and future pop eclecticism. Plus good humor, information and guests.

A celebration of pop, new pop and future pop eclecticism. Plus good humor, information and guests.

Paul Anthony along with a myriad of guests' are "Telling You Where to Go!" in the nicest possible way. Paul and guests will take you on a journey and share their experiences, while you learn about upcoming community & social events, odd places to visit, unfrequented locations and if you're lucky, a hidden treasure or two.

Personal journeys, both travel and other

Local and Vocal is a space for Australian and independent artists to take the spotlight

Get to know a different feature artist each week, hear their music and music they dig and learn the most intimate details of their personal lives

BAM! Is usually played a fun game of twenty questions that have nothing to do with anything in particular

You'll hear a range of blues, roots, folk, instrumental, rock, funk, acoustic and hip hop - the range of music is as diverse as what is sent in to me

If you're an unsigned artist feel free to send in your tunes and it's highly likely I'll give them a spin

Ever wanted to learn the ins and outs of radio? A Taste of Radio provides basic training in on-air presentation, media law, digital editing, interviewing, panel operation and much more. Classes run regularly throughout the year, one evening a week for eight weeks Course fees are $300 for members and $375 for future members. Fee free placements are also available. To register your interest or for more information, email courses@joy.org.au

Tune in for a veritable chest of trash and treasure in the first hour

Can you guess the theme....

A breathtaking triumph of trance in the second hour

Jacqui plays an eclectic mix of pop with an electronica soul

DIY Skramz / Hardcore / Emo / Punk / Indie

Be prepared as Adam focuses on the diverse and varied sounds of Punk, Emo and Skramz

Looking at the genres from both a local and international perspective, Flip The Tape bursts with alternative sounds, interviews, performances, reviews and gig guides.

Alan Ross presents the history, influences and latest of smooth soul and black-influenced pop

Features The Black Roots segment in the second hour

Kaz is an avid supporter of local and international independent women’s music, and brings to you each Saturday a collection of songs from an array of musical genres. You’ll hear a little bit of the blues, country, folk, pop, rock and even a wee smidgeon of jazz

Most weeks Kaz brings in a guest for a chat and a live song. In the past these have included Liz Stringer, Cyndi Boste, Kavisha Mazzella, Milk, Jen Cloher and most recently Ruthie Foster from Texas

There is always a spotlight on an international artist, with three songs and a short bio. These have included Patty Griffin, Laura Viers, The Dresden Dolls, Nicole Atkins and Martha Wainwright

Kaz is a singer songwriter in her own right, and has a passion for music that is staggering

With a commitment to bring at least one new artist to the play list each week, she’s forever on the internet searching for great music to bring to Joy listeners

Wherever possible Kaz asks her guests to bring in a cd to give away to a lucky Joy member, so it's always worth your while tuning in!

Kaz has her own Myspace where she inserts the play list each week

See yourself in the rearview mirror and be validated while you travel

See yourself in the rearview mirror and be validated while you travel

See yourself in the rearview mirror and be validated while you travel

See yourself in the rearview mirror and be validated while you travel

See yourself in the rearview mirror and be validated while you travel

There's plenty of drama every week, plus comedies, musicals and tragedies too

You can break a leg just listening

Take a seat on The Casting Couch with Mark Pace and Thomas Caldwell every Saturday from 5pm for two hours of conversation about film and music from the movies.
Each week features the latest film reviews, interviews and news about what’s happening in cinemas around Melbourne and the world. Tune in for film, fun and frivolity, take part in our weekly polls and snap up one of our regular giveaways.
Presented by Mark Pace and Thomas Caldwell, with Byron Tompkins as The Casting Couch Correspondent. Produced by Alan Tuxford and podcast by Nick Wurlod.
Find us on Facebook, visit Thomas's website Cinema Autopsy or download our podcasts.

The Fool and The Opera presents opera for beginners, by beginners.

The program is in 4 acts, with no intermission and pokes and prods at opera until all the delicious and delectable treats and goodies come pouring out. Set to launch on December 7 at 6pm.

You can also read the daily blog which is your diary to Australian opera. It's incredibly useful, especially if you want a diary that has a bad sense of humour.

Audio producer: Jed Gilbert

Bent Notes showcases the best of contemporary and local jazz as well as playing a range of classic albums and artists.

Two hours of the best jazz to be heard in Melbourne every Sunday from 7pm to 9pm

The Spin is a look at the week's media from here and around the world, from a GLBTI perspective. You are never sure what or who is going to be on. Sometimes controversial, always entertaining. If you want to hear all the latest music then DON'T listen to The Spin!

Imagine being gay in some of the other cultures around the world

Orange Ribbon - JOY's cultural diversity and awareness show

We are often asked why the name “Orange Ribbon”. The Orange Ribbon multicultural program was initially conceived and presented on JOY from July, 1998. The two initial presenters were Kim Benton (New Zealander) and (now Dr.) Shanton Chang (Malaysian Chinese.) In 1998 Shanton, who was then active in overseas student politics here in Australia, came up with the suggestion. Because of his involvement with the Overseas Students Union, he was aware that it was a symbol used by Flinders University that year for their multicultural week, held at the height of the Pauline Hanson infamy. In 1999 more universities picked up the idea, and continued with the "orange ribbon" theme. Around the same time the Australian Immigration Dept. (then known as DIMIA…) started to support a “living in Harmony” program aimed at supporting multiculturalism, and fostering cultural diversity throughout Australia. By the early 2000’s this eventually evolved to become what we now know as National National Harmony Day, which is held in March each year. And the symbol now used to promote Harmony Day is… the Orange Ribbon.

All that's important in queer news.

A show about chat, gossip and name dropping. Join these two as they de brief, (not literally) on the week that was. A mix of pop with a drop of bitchiness adds up to a couple of hours of hilarity.

The freshest Pop from all over the world

Sport existed before Sporty Spice

An informative and fun analysis of the sporting week, join in to debate topical issues and encourage further discussion.

Better Homes and Gay Boys duo Tim and Kieran explore the reasons behind frocking up from drag to suits, lipstick lesbians to leather and even speedos.

Many differing styles, from many different places Sometimes pure, often crossover blends.

Lyrics seldom in English.

“Open your ears to diverse sounds”

The theatre writer, Peter Burch, from 'The Australian' calls us "THE indisputable premier arts program on Melbourne radio!"

Great Guests.

Great Giveaways.

Join us every Sunday at 9pm on JOY 94.9!

Micah and friends host Generation Next, bringing you the latest in youth current affairs for those in the GLBTIQmunity.

Liz presents a wildly eclectic mix of music with her upbeat, welcoming banter

Fruit and Nut - Every bite a surprise

Tune in for these great programs:

May 15 - "Eurovision Special" with Alan Ross

May 22 - "Animals" with Taste Of Radio students Lonnie, Sue & Ty

May 29 - "This Flight Tonight" with Leanne and Carol-Ann . Music and conversation with the lights dimmed, at 32,000 ft.

June 5 - "All Things Finn" withMark

June 12 - "The History of JOY" with Leenie and Dan

June 19 - "Kylie b-sides and rarities" with Liam and Chris J. Tune in for all those Kylie tracks you won't normally hear on the radio

June 26 - "The Stonewall Story" with Kaz and Adam Q

July 3 - "Jimmy Sommerville" with A Touch of Pink's Dick

Stuff you know

Stuff you didn't know

Stuff you wish had known

David Lim and Jade Gulliver craft a yin-yang/mish-mash variety show coloured by their contrasting personalities. Jade being the socially awkward, charmingly low-maintenance, alternative music loving tomboy next door... Dave being the flamboyant social butterfly and pop music guru du jour.

Get your cowboy hat on and boot scoot along to some sizzling county rock.

See out the day with music enthusiasts Petro and Johno as they mix it up with the latest sounds, rarities, remixes and flashbacks from the past. Expect many surprises along the way. It's fun, laid-back, and pretty damn awesome.

Join Moggy and co as they wrap up the week that was in all things geeky, interview those in the know, fun and games and more, all with a touch of queer. OMGBBQ!

Fun and games and music on a theme. At our Theme Party you can hang out in the Conversation Pit with Nat, sample Daniel's Cocktail Menu, and delve into Katie's Clutch Purse of Trivia while you listen to an eclectic selection of songs. A good time will most definitely be had by all!

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY

Unlimited, eclectic, endless JOY