The Inspired Unemployed podcast finds a new home at LiSTNR

Matt Ford and Jack Steele are bringing their hit podcast The Inspired Unemployed to LiSTNR, marking a new chapter for the comedic duo.

Since its launch, The Inspired Unemployed podcast has built a loyal audience, creating a brand that spans audio, digital platforms, social media, brand partnerships and television.

Known for their unfiltered banter and genuine mateship, Ford and Steele – the podcast’s hosts and co-creators – have translated their social media appeal into sustained brand growth and cultural impact.

After a brief hiatus since their last episode in August 2024, the duo is returning with fresh episodes and content under their new LiSTNR partnership.

They bring with them a global following, with a combined 4.2m followers engaging with their content across Instagram and TikTok.

Ford said “Honestly, we’re bloody pumped. Our podcast has always just been us talking rubbish and somehow people keep listening, which is unreal. Joining LiSTNR feels like a big step for the show and gives us the chance to make it even bigger. The support from listeners since day one has been insane, so we’re keen to keep doing what we do, just on a bigger scale.”

Steele said “It still blows our minds that a podcast that started as two mates having a chat has grown into what it is now. The audience we’ve built is everything to us, and this move is all about giving them more, more episodes, more stupid stories, and more of the stuff they actually tune in for. We’re frothing to get stuck into this next chapter with LiSTNR and see where we can take it.”

Sam Cavanagh, Head of Content – LiSTNR Original Podcasts, said “We’re thrilled to welcome The Inspired Unemployed to LiSTNR. Matt and Jack have built one of Australia’s most recognisable and successful comedy brands. Their fiercely dedicated fanbase has waited patiently for the podcast to return, and we’re pumped to help them make this next season even bigger and better.”

New episodes of The Inspired Unemployed podcast will be available from Wednesday April 1 on the free LiSTNR app, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

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