So How Did I Get Here? with Sam Lax
Education
This episode I was joined by the comedic duo behind the instafamous Inspired Unemployed, self proclaimed ‘Aussie battlers’ Jack Steele and Matt Ford. Other than having great names that make them sound like iconic Formula One drivers, the pair have recently come to fame, taking instagram by storm with their hilarious video skits.
The past year has been a whirlwind for the pair and the fruits of their labour have allowed them to leave their jobs and do what was (and still is) something they do for fun, full-time. To date, videos of the guys parodying everyone from surfers and tradies, to policemen and seamen have resulted in partnerships and fetures that they ‘just couldn’t have predicted’. Like for example, being the cover of GQ magazine’s online style issue in partnership with Italian luxury brand Fendi, working with Kayo Sports alongside Shane Warne, Adam Gilchrist and Brett Lee, or having a 4 page spread in Vogue Australia!
The boys joined me in January to chat about their lives, friendship and the genesis of their project that took place in what sounds like a selection of some of the worst Airbnbs the French Alps has to offer! They speak humbly about the work that’s gone into creating the success they’ve seen to date, how they try to soak in and appreciate the barrage of insane opportunities that continue to come their way and their goals for the future.
I had a great time chatting to the lads, so I hope this gives a behind the scenes look at how genuine they both are - as Jack says, what you see is what you get and I’m sure you can agree, it’s great.
Whenever you’re in need of a laugh be sure to check out their instagram (@theinspiredunemployed).
Ep 20 - Director of Photography Arlen Figgis talks the birth of Drum and Bass, filming Gumball 3000 with Dirty Sanchez and creating his music festival stage, The Shack
Ep 19 - Journalist Alice Matthews talks about finding missing people, winning Walkleys and what it's like to work at the Triple J and The Feed
Ep 18 - Director Julietta Boscolo talks acting, directing and finding your own creative voice
Ep 16 - Scott Findlay talks about cooking for the stars, making it in the restaurant game and surfing his way around the globe
Ep 15 - Luke Boyton talks about new ways of teaching, lifelong learning and lightsabers
Ep 14 - Marc Fennel talks about his career and creative process; from interviewing news makers on The Feed to chasing chillis around the World in story telling and production
Ep 13 - Brent Wilson talks fashion, suit making and running your own business
Ep 12 - Emma Metcalf talks TV producing, coming up in the creative industry and the importance of work/life balance
Ep 11 - Carlo Ritchie talks about language, founding Improv Theatre Sydney and the creation of the Bear Pack
Ep 10 - Nathan Dalah talks founding Fishbowl, systematising growth and changing fast-food culture
Ep 9 - Flex Mami talks self-confidence, personal development and manifestation
Ep 8 - Paul Parks talks Beach Beer Bondi, drop-shipping sex toys and pursuing his passion
Ep 7 - Cathrin Machin talks deep space, nervous breakdowns and following your dreams
Ep 6 - Kate Peck talks modelling, motorsports and making it as a presenter
Ep 5 - Scott Purcell on accidental entreprenuership and the journey of Australia's Man of Many
Ep4 - Danny Clayton talks Channel V, interviewing stars and getting kissed by Katy Perry
Ep3 - Steve Crabtree talks about his journey from painting nuclear submarines to being the Editor of BBC Horizon (and going on a night out with the maker of Tetris)
Ep2 - Chris Greenwood talks about unwitting entrepenurship, hanging out with the Beastie boys and what it takes to run nightclubs, bars and festivals
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