Heath Thorpe: Breaking Boundaries in Gymnastics and Beyond

In this exciting episode, we welcome Heath Thorpe to the podcast, an incredible Australian gymnast who's making waves both on and off the mat. Heath shares his coming out story and the ups and downs of being a queer athlete in a sport often tied to strict gender norms.

As a member of Australia’s national gymnastics team, Heath has represented our country at major international competitions, including the World Championships. He has won multiple gold medals at the Oceania Championships and recently hosted for Stan as the representative for Gymnastics at this year's 2024 Olympic Games. His efforts to challenge traditional gender roles in the sport—especially through advocating for more expressive, gender-fluid movements—are reshaping how gymnastics can be performed and seen.

Heath also talks about his love for the Vogue ballroom scene and how it has influenced his performance style. He highlights the importance of allies in supporting the LGBTQ+ community and creating spaces where wueer people like him can truly thrive.

Join us for a chat about Heath’s groundbreaking career, his vision for the future of gymnastics, and how he’s paving the way for the next generation of queer athletes.