Jarryd Goundrey is a former Australian Army infantryman (guy that blows sh!t up), chef and is now living the dream as a road-tripping standup comedian.
Buckle up for a wild ride down Melbourne’s Hosier Lane as Lui kicks off Episode 66, Part 1 of a two-part extravaganza with Aussie Army vet turned stand-up comedian Jarryd Goundrey. Recorded live in the gritty heart of the city, this episode is a chaotic blend of belly laughs, raw storytelling, and unexpected wisdom. Jarryd spills the beans on his journey from blowing stuff up in the military to bombing (and eventually killing) on the comedy stage.
From sleeping in tents to fund his dream to turning goon bags into comedy festival flyers, Jarryd’s hustle is as unhinged as it is inspiring. Expect tales of battle boners, creative desperation, and the kind of life advice that hits like a well-aimed Javelin Missile. This is Lui and Jarryd at their most real—two blokes bantering on life, failure, and the pursuit of something bigger.
Highlights
The MILF Lament (00:01:45 - 00:02:55) Jarryd and Lui dive into a hilariously unfiltered riff on the disappearing MILF phenomenon, realising they’re now the “creepy old guys” as the MILFs get younger. It’s a mix of nostalgia, self-deprecation, and pure chaos that sets the tone for the episode’s anything-goes energy.
Overcoming Creative Fear (00:04:16 - 00:04:55) Jarryd opens up about his early days in comedy, admitting he used to throw up from nerves before performing. His raw honesty about pushing through self-consciousness to “make it real” is a gut-punch reminder that greatness lies on the other side of fear.
Social Media Meritocracy (00:14:08 - 00:15:17) Jarryd nerds out on the grind of making reels, arguing social media rewards those who stick it out and improve. His take on competing in a “thumb-swipe world” and embracing failure as part of growth is a masterclass in modern hustle.
Life Is a Practice (00:16:50 - 00:17:07) Jarryd drops a Buddhist-level gem, comparing life and social media to learning guitar: it’s all about showing up, practicing, and building muscle memory. This quiet moment of wisdom sneaks up and hits hard amid the episode’s chaos.
Goon Bag Guerrilla Marketing (00:29:38 - 00:30:20) Jarryd recounts his desperate (and genius) move during his first Melbourne Comedy Festival, slapping flyers on goon bags and dropping them at backpacker hostels. The result? Sold-out shows full of drunk French tourists. It’s peak Aussie ingenuity gone rogue.
Blow the Door Off Its Hinges (00:29:17 - 00:31:47) Jarryd channels his army mindset into a mantra for life: when one door closes, don’t wait for another—blow it off the hinges. This metaphor for relentless problem-solving and creative hustle is both motivating and a little terrifying.
This episode was an absolute blast to record - Jarryd is an absolute legend and I can’t wait to bring part 2 to you all!
🫶 Thanks again for listening and watching! Let us know what you think and catch you in the next episode.
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