Friendlyjordies Podcast
A satirical Australian political commentary show known for its confrontational takedowns of politicians and media figures.
Friendlyjordies offers a mix of formats, primarily solo, direct-to-camera critiques of Australian politicians and media narratives, often focusing on perceived corruption and hypocrisy. These are interspersed with longer, more informal co-hosted podcast episodes that take a free-flowing comedic approach to current events. The core of the show is aggressive, left-leaning political satire that aims to be both informative and entertaining.
“What stands out is the host's relentless and often personal style of attack against political figures, which has led to high-profile defamation lawsuits and criminal events. Unlike traditional commentary, Friendlyjordies combines investigative claims with character impersonations, aggressive humor, and direct audience engagement.”
Who hosts this show
Jordan Shanks-Markovina, known online as Friendlyjordies, is an Australian comedian, journalist, and political commentator. He is known for his YouTube channel which blends investigative deep-dives into Australian political issues with what he calls "lowbrow humour". Shanks-Markovina has become a prominent and controversial voice, leading to legal challenges from political figures and even the firebombing of his home.
Credentials & credits
- Bachelor of International Studies, University of New South Wales
- Journalist & Political Commentator
- Stand-up Comedian
- YouTuber
- Former Model
Other ventures
- Live stand-up comedy tours
- Self-help content on a separate YouTube channel
- Merchandise sales
- Patreon for exclusive content
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01'Karl's Grifting and Wants an early Payout' (FJ Podcast)Jun 26, 2026 · 1h 04m
- 02Yet Another Lie from Pauline HansonJun 25, 2026 · 12 min
- 03Pauline Hanson: The Most Un-AustralianJun 23, 2026 · 10 min
- 04Pauline Hanson is Gina Rinehart's SlaveJun 22, 2026 · 14 min
- 05Does Hughesy Know What He's Talking About?Jun 19, 2026 · 11 min
- 06Is someone going to tell him...?Jun 18, 2026 · 20 min
- 07'I may have underestimated this' Pauline is the preferred PM ? (FJ pod)Jun 17, 2026 · 1h 03m
- 08Hughesy Has Lost It On National TVJun 16, 2026 · 14 min
Notable episodes
- 01Pauline Hanson: The Most Un-Australian
A representative example of the host's solo commentary style, deconstructing a politician's speech and challenging their rhetoric on immigration and multiculturalism.
- 02'Karl's Grifting and Wants an early Payout' (FJ Podcast)
Showcases the co-hosted podcast format, with a free-flowing comedic discussion on Australian media figures and current events.
- 03bruz & Secret Dictatorship
These two videos led to a high-profile defamation lawsuit from former NSW Deputy Premier John Barilaro, marking a significant event in the channel's history.
What you'll be asked on this show
This show is not a guest-interview format. It primarily alternates between two styles: solo, direct-to-camera satirical monologues analyzing political events and figures, and longer, free-flowing comedic conversations between the host and one or two co-hosts. The solo pieces are tightly edited and argumentative, while the podcast episodes are more tangential and conversational.
Signature segments
- · Investigative deep-dives on politicians
- · Satirical character impersonations
- · Critiques of mainstream media
- · Use of the term 'Bruz'
- · Political campaign involvement
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show does not feature traditional interview guests. Instead, it names politicians and public figures like Pauline Hanson, John Barilaro, and Karl Stefanovic as subjects for critical commentary and satire.
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show is primarily supported by its audience through Patreon memberships and merchandise sales. The host has also disclosed past funding from unions and other left-wing organizations for specific videos.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- What is Friendlyjordies' real name?
- The host's real name is Jordan Shanks-Markovina.
- What is the format of the show?
- It alternates between solo satirical commentary videos and longer, co-hosted comedic podcast episodes. It is not an interview show.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, the channel releases new videos and podcast episodes on a weekly basis.
- What are Friendlyjordies' political leanings?
- He is a left-leaning commentator known for being critical of the Liberal and National parties and often pragmatic or critical in his support for the Labor party.
- How can I support the show?
- The show is supported through a Patreon page for exclusive content and also sells merchandise.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.
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- [01]Friendlyjordies - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [02]Barilaro v Shanks-Markovina - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [03]Friendlyjordies: 'there's no real satire in Australia' - Honi Soithonisoit.com
- [04]Jordan Shanks - Comedy Brisbanecomedynook.com.au
- [05]The Rise of FriendlyJordies Australia's Most Wanted YouTuber | Documentaryyoutube.com
- [06]Defying the Narrative: FriendlyJordies | Comedy, Politics & Self-Help | Straight Talk | Mark Bourisyoutube.com
- [07]'Terrorist attack': home of Bondi Beach media identity Jordan Shanks firebombedmichaelwest.com.au
- [08]Why I donated to friendlyjordies' legal defence fund - Kevin Ruddkevinrudd.com
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