Michael O'Donnell
@TheMikeOD
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#ICYMI
- this was my appearance on the
#4Corners
episode “The Silence” (full episode is available on iView and YouTube), on why no AFL player has felt comfortable to publicly come out as gay or bisexual - now the only professional sporting code in the world where this is the case
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The face of a man who just ate a lasagna designed for three people
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It took me a hell of a long time to be confident in who I am, and brave enough to wear it on my sleeve. It’s been the people around me that have helped me reach this point; use
#IDAHOBIT
this year to show the people around you that you care and that they are respected and loved.
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Just me strutting around my Mexico resort pretending I didn’t check the Dees score from last night
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Airports aren’t all that bad… See you in three weeks Sydney
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Thank you for the kind words about tonight’s Four Corners episode. Credit should go to
@Milliganreports
for putting together such a thoughtful piece. I could only do something like this with the support of my family, friends and teammates - which I’ve always been lucky to have.
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This could be my favourite image of the games. Seeing Cedric Dubler celebrate, after willing his mate Ash Moloney through the 1500m and into the bronze medal, as he crossed the line to finish second last in the decathlon, is what the
#Olympics
is all about.
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Slightly amazed by the love this post has received, but I can honestly say I’m humbled by it. Trying to think back to an 18 year old, closeted me, the idea that as a 30 year old I’d be back playing football as an openly gay person would have been unimaginable. I really am proud.
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Open the MCG and let vaccinated
@melbournefc
supporters bring a picnic rug and watch the grand final.
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I would never suggest someone come out before they are ready. It’s about creating a safe space to do so when they are.
The red carpet @ Brownlow & marriage/pregnancy social posts show sexuality is a big part of footy; it’s only homosexuals who are told to “keep it in the bedroom”
No professional male AFL player, past or present, has ever publicly come out as gay or bisexual. Insiders say a culture of homophobia lingers.
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Merry Christmas everyone. Hope you have a safe and enjoyable day.
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I was interviewed for tomorrow’s Four Corners episode by the lovely
@Milliganreports
. I have genuinely forgotten what I said, so feel free to find out with me tomorrow at 8.30pm on ABC.
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AFL fans and media, it’s coming to that time of the year where I need to remind you of the significant difference between the words resigned and re-signed.
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If I’ve learnt one thing from participating in the Four Corners episode…. it’s that I probably need to start incorporating leg day again.
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We live in worrying and dangerous times for many people who live within the LGBTQI+ sphere.
#IDAHOBIT
is a reminder that in 2023, we still have a lot of work to do to ensure people feel safe and free to express who they are. Please listen, learn and show respect.
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If the AFL are serious about wiping out homophobia from the game, a suspension for homophobic abuse is absolutely warranted.
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My understanding is that NSW Police and Cricket Australia have apologised to the men evicted from the SCG, after they were defended by others in the crowd who confirmed nothing racist was said. If so, they deserve a public apology.
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Literally the opposite of my thinking capacity at the moment
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Please stop sharing the evil cretin’s name. Two beautiful young lives have been stolen. Don’t give that fame hungry monster the attention he has so desperately sought.
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Thank you for leading the charge at a time when it was even more difficult to do so - there are a number of gay players in the Sydney AFL competition (I know, because I’ve met and spoken to them) who can thank you for opening up a pathway for them.
Thank you
@TheMikeOD
for being unapologetically yourself. Your visibility will be an inspiration for many to follow. I hope this is the first of many more media appearances for you. The LGBTIQ community are lucky to have you, you should be incredibly proud.
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I’m 36 not 37 but that’s probably not what’s actually important here…
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I’d like to thank the obscenely attractive individual who got in the pool next to me just now and effectively inspired me to swim about a kilometre more than I was initially intending.
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A quiet reminder that
@melbournefc
& the
@westernbulldogs
have had an AFL Women’s team since 2013, and the
@AFL
can only celebrate having aligned teams for every club because of the incredible work of those clubs, and people like
@debbielee8
,
@SusanAlberti1
&
@DaisyPearce6
.
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“I am your overlord and I request that you not use homophobic slurs”
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Makes his wife’s laughter particularly confusing then.
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A bit of “niggle” in the game is no excuse - or defence - for homophobic slurs.
Kids hear this stuff. Gay fans hear this stuff. It’s not acceptable, it hurts, and it’s incredibly damaging.
Port president David Koch says it's "not realistic" to compare the Jeremy Finlayson homophobic slur incident to Taylor Walker's 2021 racial slur incident.
He says he expects the sanction to be closer to Alastair Clarkson's earlier this year.
#Offsiders
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Sorry to the folks in Melbourne that couldn’t be there, but that was unbelievable to be a part of. One of the best
@melbournefc
wins I’ve ever been able to witness live. Lots of passionate Dees fans in Sydney, and we’ll all be there next week to make it a huge day
#afldeeslions
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At some point I’m going to have to concede that this 12-year-old headshot is no longer an accurate reflection
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I’m genuinely concerned about how much money I’m going to spend on
@melbournefc
Premiership merchandise.
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While I am generally in favour of Police marching in Pride parades, and continuing to build bridges and relationships with the LGBTQI+ communities, the level of anger within the Sydney gay community is palpable. NSW Police should voluntarily pull out of the Mardi Gras parade.
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Gotta love still being in genuine physical distress four days after a game. This sport may have gotten a bit beyond this aging body.
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It’s been an absolute honour and privilege to support Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on his visit to the APEC summit in Papua New Guinea this weekend 🇵🇬 🇨🇦
📸:
@AdamScotti
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Afternoon Briefing on ABC News should be compulsory for Australians throughout the pandemic and beyond.
@PatsKarvelas
is a reassuring, authentic and inquisitive voice that cuts through, and you end up feeling genuinely informed, rather than patronised.
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I know I’ll wake up tomorrow and, again, hope it was all just a bad dream. Today’s news brings some closure, but the hurt and confusion will continue.
I’m not sure I’ll ever be able to fully comprehend what’s happened.
Rest in peace, Jesse & Luke.
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This is, in my opinion, comfortably the best song on her new album.
A pop masterpiece from start to finish! The melody, the hooks, the production, these vocals - all perfect!
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#IDAHOT
is about feeling welcome, feeling accepted and feeling wanted. In many places, it’s even about the right to exist.
Show support for your friends and family who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community - let them know they can freely be who they truly are.
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Coming from 44 points down, against Geelong, IN Geelong, to kick a goal after the siren to win the minor premiership. That is, without a doubt, the best Melbourne win of my lifetime… So far.
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A mere suspension for homophobia - after four occurrences in just this season - no longer cuts it.
Players & coaches are employees of the AFL. If I ran around my workplace shouting homophobic or racist slurs, I’d lose my job.
It is now time for the AFL to go a step further.
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#MasterChefAU
hit the nail on the head this year. Great introduction to the new judges, a wonderfully diverse and entertaining group of exceptionally talented cooks, and generally positive vibes throughout. Beautifully done, and congratulations Emilia!
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I have secured a ticket to the
@melbournefc
game this weekend, and rest assured, I will carry on aggressively and proudly for all of you.
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This is interesting, to say the very least.
It certainly puts into question how genuine any of his apologies have been.
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I really enjoy Heartstopper, but I also find it slightly hard to watch - I find myself getting incredibly jealous of an adolescence I feel like I missed out on.
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Well, that was bloody fun. Now excuse me while I fall asleep for a month.
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The
@SydWorldPride
has brought some extraordinary people to Sydney, and
@TheDannyRamadan
is certainly one of those. It was an honour to interview him today, and learn about his story escaping Syria & continuing his activism in Canada as an author and through
@rainbowrefugee
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That was genuinely the most fun I’ve had at the footy in a long time. We don’t get to see the Dees live in Sydney all that much, and it was great to see how much everyone in the crowd enjoyed that. Go Dees.
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Honestly the vision of this is hard to watch. Peter Stefanovic smugly trying a “gotchya” on a 19 year old who should be experiencing one of the best days of his life. Absolutely embarrassing.
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Had a great day at
@AFLSydney
’s Pride round yesterday. A great vibe from all players and supporters involved in the day, and hopefully lots of money raised for
@headspace_aus
.
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It’s Pride Round for
@AFLSydney
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In all honesty it took me a very long time to get to this point, but I’m proud to be able to now say I wouldn’t.
If You Could Wake Up Tomorrow And Be 100% Straight, Would You? Gay Guys Sound Off.
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Mardi Gras again proved itself to be such an important time in Sydney. The community spirit and positivity from everyone there was honestly so uplifting and unifying.
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Not being able to use a credit card to tap on to public transport in Melbourne is one of the city’s great failings.
I’m up to my third Myki purchase of the week.
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Melbourne are the first club to win an AFL & AFLW premiership in the AFLW era.
Who would have thought? How our club has changed
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I’ve spent the majority of the morning repeating the words “Michael, you’ll be ok” over and over in my head.
WorldPride has done a number on me.
Check on your gay friends.
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Lonely lockdowns and rainy days call for scones and tea.
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I would have preferred some warning about the camera going off
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