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Hamish Blake on What Matters Most in life, Kyle & Jackie O, & working with Andy Lee
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- Apr 8, 2026
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Summary
Hamish Blake is one half of Australia's most enduring comedy partnership and a creative force who's turned curiosity into a multi-decade career. In this conversation, Hamish opens up about his Melbourne childhood, the mathematical thinking behind his comedy, and how boredom shaped his creativity. He reveals the inner workings of his partnership with Andy Lee, from their first meeting at Melbourne Uni to navigating success whilst maintaining their friendship. We explore his transition from full-time broadcasting to prioritising fatherhood, his approach to screen time with his kids, and why he believes doing things "just for fun" sits high on the hierarchy of importance. We also spoke about: • Growing up and the power of childhood boredom • The mathematical approach to comedy and creative problem-solving • Meeting Andy Lee and finding a catalyst for courage • Building a partnership that's survived decades in the spotlight • Choosing family time over career ambitions • The government mandated podcasting break explained • Why he refuses to make his parenting podcast commercial • Balancing marriage with Zoe Foster Blake's entrepreneurial drive You can subscribe to the free Mentored newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj . Join my exclusive Mentored+ community: https://mentored.com.au/become-a-member/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.