The B-Side
The B-Side is Perth’s very own bi+ community radio show, every Wednesday Night from 9pm on DRN1 Radio. Join our hosts Ares, Bridget and Marie as they dive into what it means to be multi-gender attracted as they welcome local guests each week into deep and lighthearted conversations that matter most to bi+ folk. The B-Side broadcasts from Whadjuk Noongar Boodjar (Perth), in partnership with Bi+ Community Perth, to amplify local voices under the bi+ umbrella (including bisexual, pansexual, flexible, fluid, queer, curious and more) including people of all genders and celebrating intersectionality across the transgender, asexual (ace), agender and intersex communities and how bi+ folk fit into the broader LGBTQIA+ community. Join us for discussions on identity, culture, personal stories and the power of community, and keep up with what’s on in Perth.
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In this essential episode of The B-Side, we hear from Orianna, a bisexual M to F trans woman, on the raw realities of navigating identity, love, and safety. Orianna discusses the pivotal intersection of being both trans and bi, exploring the journey of finding genuine belonging where inclusion often only exists "on paper." We delve into the complexities of dating as a polyamorous, sapphic-aligned trans woman—from confronting stereotypes and chasers to reclaiming power in D/S spaces. Finally, we discuss how trauma shapes trust, and what real, actionable allyship looks like for the trans community. Hosted by Marie, Ares, and Slaine.
What does Pride mean in 2025 — celebration, protest, or both? This week on The B-Side, hosts Marie, Ares, and Slaine are joined by Joey from Pride WA to unpack the theme “We Are Here.” Together they explore Pride’s activist roots, the new code of respect for this year’s events, and what inclusivity looks like in today’s festival landscape.
From community parades and Bi+ floats to the ambitious Gay Games 2030 bid, this conversation dives deep into how Perth’s PrideFEST continues to evolve — grounded in visibility, respect, and joy. Whether you’re marching, spectating, or celebrating from the sidelines, this episode will help you make the most of PrideFEST 2025.
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In this enthralling episode of The B-Side, hosts Ares, Marie, and Slanie come together for a thought-provoking conversation with Ashley, exploring masculinity, identity, and sexuality beyond binary norms.
Ashley, a bisexual man who grew up surrounded by rugby players and military culture, shares his personal journey of questioning traditional ideas of masculinity and how those experiences shaped his understanding of gender and sexuality—particularly within the context of bisexual and sexually fluid men. Together, the hosts unpack how rigid masculine expectations can limit self-expression and reinforce harmful stereotypes.
The discussion draws on sociologist Raewyn Connell’s work on hegemonic masculinity and its global influence, examining how these power structures intersect with queer identity.
The conversation also explores the role of drag as a form of resistance and self-expression, as well as the often-overlooked connections between homophobia and misogyny within queer spaces themselves.
With thoughtful insights, honest reflection, and collaborative dialogue, Aries, Marie, and Slania guide this rich and timely discussion—offering listeners a deeper understanding of the complexities of masculinity, gender expression, and identity in a world that is slowly learning to move beyond rigid definitions.