The Inspired Unemployed

The boys are going back to their roots this week - and they’ve brought in two men with 25+ years on the tools to settle one of Australia’s most important debates: which tradie is the softest, and which is the hardest? Then, the boys take us back to one of their favourite trips ever: Kyrgyzstan. How they ended up there, launching their business Arrival, and the people they met along the way. Plus, your DMs. Is 30 too late to completely change careers? What happens when you lie about loving camping and accidentally sign yourself up for it to impress a guy? And is your girlfriend using your full government name a red flag? Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every guy thinks they’d be great in an emergency. Falcs is happy to admit he absolutely would not be. After being taken down by a bull ant (and failing to live up to Sarah’s expectations of bravery) the boys get into why men are so convinced they’d be heroes in a crisis. And, naturally, why every bloke thinks they could win a point against Federer. Then we hear your stories of the worst places you’ve ever woken up, which brings back some questionable memories for Jack and Falcs. Plus, in the DMs, ridiculous fights with friends, the worst people to travel with, and is a boyfriend calling his mum every morning a green flag or a red flag? Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked you for the worst possible times you’ve ever run into an ex - and you absolutely delivered. From painfully awkward to situations straight out of a nightmare, we hear the run-ins that would make anyone consider moving cities. Then, Elouise Eftos (Australia’s first attractive comedian) joins the boys to give them a much-needed lesson in sex from a woman’s perspective. Female orgasms, sex drive, the positions women actually like and the things men think they’re doing right in bed. And in the DMs: the boys reveal how they first met their girlfriends. Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Falcon has discovered there’s serious money in children’s entertainment and, naturally, his first thought is to exploit that into a new business venture. Freshly an uncle and horrified by how catchy kids’ songs are, he’s decided to go head-to-head with The Wiggles by creating his own baby song. Unfortunately, he’s created something deeply disturbing. Apologies to your ears in advance. The boys then get real about overseas romances, before hearing from a listener whose holiday love story went south. In the DMs: the boys give career advice they’re arguably unqualified to give, unpack an unhealthy relationship with golf, and attempt the impossible task of understanding teenage boys. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dom is back in the booth! This time, Dommy’s story involves accepting a gig as a nude model for a bachelorette party, prompting a few memories from the boys about times they’ve been left naked and afraid. Next up, Lulu confronts Jack with a memory from when Dom and Sarah travelled with the boys to New York City for New Year’s Eve - and it involves Jack fumbling the bag big time. In the DMs, the boys tackle listener dilemmas including what to do about your partner’s weird Instagram stories, how often you should actually be washing your bedsheets, and, of course, reality TV. Oh, and if everyone could please tell Falcon how wrong he is about his lemon experiment, that would be great. Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram guest/producer: Lulu ( sarahjaneadams ) Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are known for their sketches, so this week we're bringing back some of their most beloved characters. From the real estate agent to the football coach and a baby, we throw them into increasingly ridiculous scenarios to see just how long they can stay in character. The boys then get on a listener, Chucky, to share a rattled story about waking up after a big night with a toddler screaming at her unsure where she is. Plus, in the DMs: a hookup that somehow resulted in a three-minute voicemail, first date jitters, and being caught in a lie in real time. Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are back dishing out questionable love advice this week, helping lasts weeks listener come up with a creative way to properly ask out the girl he's been seeing. Then, fan-favourite segment The Vault makes its return, listener submission edition. My god, are you all fired up. And in the DMs this week: one listener shares her confident pub pick-up line, while another asks the boys to settle a modern dating dilemma once and for all: is it ever okay to approach someone at the gym, or is it an absolute no-go? Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week starts with a voice memo from a listener facing one of the biggest relationship dilemmas there is - when and how should you say “I love you”? That kicks off a chat with the boys' own stories of blurting it out at the worst possible times, the “exclusive debate” and how to ask someone out properly. Then Jack relives the horror of getting called out in the middle of a Zoom meeting for very obviously not paying attention. That opens the floodgates for listener stories about the most embarrassing things they've been caught doing on work calls. LINKS Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram https://bit.ly/inspiredpod-ig . Follow Lulu on IG @sarahjaneadams https://www.instagram.com/sarahjaneadams/ . Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . CREDITS Hosts : Jack Steele and Matt Ford Executive Producer : Sarah-Jane Adams (Lulu) Social Producer : Zoe Panaretos Audio and Video Editor : Nat Marshall Supervising Producer : Elise Cooper For more great podcasts head to https://www.listnr.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are joined by their good mate Liam, who takes everyone back to one of the most terrifying moments from filming their TV show, Impractical Jokers. His challenge? Pretend to be the world's most obnoxious reporter while interviewing UFC superstar Bam Bam... in front of a crowd of his die-hard fans. It was pretty much a near death experience. Then, Falcon returns from Burning Man a changed man. Since attending his first ‘burn’ he is officially a convert and tries to explain why the week in the Nevada desert was unlike anything he's ever experienced. Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Guest: Liam Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode starts exactly where you'd expect: with comedian Will Gibb recounting the horrors of his adult circumcision. It somehow spirals into Jack confessing the time he abandoned a girl mid-hang out because he had to rush himself to hospital. Then, the boys expose one of their biggest flaws: they're absolutely useless with remembering names. After Falcon accidentally blanked a very notable golfer at what may have been the worst possible moment, Lulu decides to put the boys through a brutal memory test using three people they'd met around the office just hours earlier. LINKS: Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Guest: Will Gibb Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet-cutes aren't dead... at least not for Dom! The boys are joined again by their best mate Dom, who shares the surprising story of falling in love, how it all unfolded, and the reason his girlfriend is now known as "Pumpkin." Then, it's time to rile everyone up as the boys attempt the impossible: ranking every major Australian city from best to worst. LINKS: Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Guest: Dom Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do the boys handle jealousy? In this episode, they put themselves to the test, running through a series of classic scenarios to find out. From a partner who can't stop talking about their ex, to a sibling getting a bigger handout from mum and dad, or a friend landing your dream job, they debate when jealousy is normal or not. Then, after hosting a full-blown funeral for their sharehouse and emotionally preparing everyone for its demise, the group of 30-something-year-olds (all in long-term relationships, one engaged) make a shock decision: they're keeping it. Jack and Falcs are tasked with breaking the news to their girlfriends, and let's just say the reactions couldn't have been more different. LINKS: Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the chaos of Jack's girlfriend's dad falsely accusing people of stealing his necklace in Bali, the boys were flooded with messages from listeners sharing their own stories of getting it spectacularly wrong. From accusing coworkers of stealing office food, to being convinced someone was high when they absolutely weren't. Then, fresh off their Bali padel retreat, Jack and Falcs recount what turned into one of the best nights they've ever had. A group of blokes who were complete strangers just days earlier somehow ended up getting matching tattoos, sitting in a 3am ‘truth circle’ and shedding a few tears. For the boys, that's a fairly standard Saturday night. For their new mates, however, it was a slightly more unexpected experience. LINKS: Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . LINKS: Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finally, Falcon revives his DJ career in front of one of the toughest crowds imaginable: a bunch of 19-year-old college kids. So many things went wrong, the boys genuinely lost count. Then, Jack gives us the update on the Bali trip with both his parents and his girlfriend’s parents. We always suspected something would inevitably go wrong - but a six-hour stand-off involving the police definitely wasn’t on the bingo card. LINKS: Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s true: Jack hates morning sex. He’s also got a few other controversial opinions up his sleeve, as does Falcs. It’s a rough day to be a gender reveal party… or a high school sweetheart. Jack then prepares for a holiday with his entire family and his girlfriend’s parents (is that even a normal situation?). To calm the nerves and test just how much his family has his back, he decides to prank his mum. Finally, the boys answer your questions about dating profiles, dealing with a mate’s terrible sense of humour, and a very rattling Strava story. LINKS: Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Guest: Soep Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . CREDITS Hosts: Jack Steele @jacksteele and Matt Ford @falc0nnn . Executive Producer: Sarah-Jane Adams @sarahjaneadams . Supervising Producer: Elise Cooper Audio and Video Editor: Nat Marshall Social and Digital Producer: Zoe Panaretos Managing Producer: Mike Williams and Sam Cavanagh See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys check back in with the worst manager ever to hear how negotiations are going… and things have escalated quickly. Falcon’s rider now includes golden retriever puppies and even his face plastered on the side of a bus. Then, the boys reopen The Vault, this time with listener submissions in the form of very angry voice memos. We also hear from you guys in the DMs - chatting about being ghosted, rattled and what's in Jack's bank account. LINKS: Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Follow @jacksoepono on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . CREDITS Hosts: Jack Steele @jacksteele and Matt Ford @falc0nnn . Guest: Jack Soepono @jacksoepono . Executive Producer: Sarah-Jane Adams @sarahjaneadams . Supervising Producer: Elise Cooper Audio and Video Editor: Nat Marshall Social and Digital Producer: Zoe Panaretos Managing Producer: Mike Williams and Sam Cavanagh See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After discovering an old email account made for Falcon’s “DJ career”, the boys realise he’s been unknowingly ignoring gig requests for YEARS. Colleges, clubs, random events… all sitting there unanswered because his mate, Soep, may genuinely be the worst manager in Australia. Naturally, the boys decide it’s time to relaunch DJ Falcs properly. Then, Lulu joins the podcast to investigate one of life’s greatest mysteries: men. Why do blokes insist they’re never cold? Whats the obsession with the BBQ? And are blue balls actually real or a myth? LINKS: Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Guest: Soep Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . CREDITS Hosts: Jack Steele @jacksteele and Matt Ford @falc0nnn . Executive Producer: Sarah-Jane Adams @sarahjaneadams . Supervising Producer: Elise Cooper Audio and Video Editor: Nat Marshall Social and Digital Producer: Zoe Panaretos Managing Producer: Mike Williams and Sam Cavanagh See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are way too excited to debut a brand new segment… rattling off all the absolute worst places you could possibly get a sudden boner. Inspired by traumatic real-life moments of theirs (think parachute pants and high school). Then, we get a listener on the line who shares a hilariously disturbing story from a family holiday in Amsterdam. In the DMs, the boys answer a few questions about the realities of moving overseas for love and what their favourite music is. LINKS : Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . CREDITS Host s: Jack Steele @jacksteele and Matt Ford @falc0nnn . Executive Producer: Sarah-Jane Adams @sarahjaneadams . Supervising Producer: Elise Cooper Audio and Video Editor: Nat Marshall Social and Digital Producer: Zoe Panaretos Managing Producer: Mike Williams and Sam Cavanagh See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four boys in their 30s - one now engaged - finally say a long, regretful goodbye to their beloved share house. Dom, Grant, Falc's and Jack even got matching tattoos to express their love for this house. But is it finally time to grow up and move on? In this episode, the boys host a full-blown funeral for the house, complete with black suits, somber music, and an emotional eulogy from each of them. Then, they stay in the booth to answer a few house-related DMs. LINKS : Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . CREDITS Host s: Jack Steele @jacksteele and Matt Ford @falc0nnn Executive Producer: Sarah-Jane Adams @sarahjaneadams Supervising Producer: Elise Cooper Audio and Video Editor: Nat Marshall Social and Digital Producer: Zoe Panaretos Managing Producer: Mike Williams and Sam Cavanagh See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the boys are joined by one of their best mates, Liam, who shares a truly rattled story from their time filming Impractical Jokers, involving a prank gone too far, a very public apology, and the worst possible person to witness it. Then, in a rare turn, things get real. The boys sit down with producer Lulu for a bit of an unexpected therapy session - opening up about anxiety and panic attacks, Falcs’ confidence, and what it’s actually like trying to be best mates and work together. Then a pivot to listener DMs, and they are unhinged. LINKS : Follow @theinspiredunemployedpodcast on Instagram Send us your stories at https://bit.ly/inspired-listener . Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/inspired-vodcast . Follow LiSTNR Entertainment on IG @listnrentertainment Follow LiSTNR Entertainment on TikTok @listnrentertainment CREDITS Host s: Jack Steele @jacksteele and Matt Ford @falc0nnn . Guest : Liam Moore Executive Producer: Sarah-Jane Adams @sarahjaneadams . Supervising Producer: Elise Cooper Audio and Video Editor: Nat Marshall Social and Digital Producer: Zoe Panaretos Managing Producer: Mike Williams and Sam Cavanagh See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.