Sean Collier is a Melbourne based comedian who’s currently making his mark on Australia’s stand up comedy scene while occasionally indulging in the odd bender.

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In this episode, the final installment of Episode 61’s two-part series, Lui sits down for a third time with New Zealand-born, Melbourne-based comedian Sean Collier in Melbourne’s iconic Hosier Lane. This episode captures the duo's candid, hilarious, and thought-provoking conversation as they riff on life, comedy, creativity, and more. From laugh-out-loud moments to deep reflections, this episode is a rollercoaster of wit and laneway infused wisdom.

Highlights:

Steak and Baked Beans Debacle (00:17:34 - 00:18:26): Lui reveals his unconventional culinary combo of a blue ribeye steak with Cajun seasoning and baked beans, sparking Sean’s hilarious disbelief. Sean compares it to "Americans putting ice cream on fried chicken," leading to a playful argument about food crimes that’ll have you chuckling at their banter.

Objective Beauty in a Modern World (00:19:09 - 00:20:09): Sean laments society’s shift from form to function, noting how ancient Greeks built pyramids for magnificence while modern cities churn out "hideous skyscrapers." Lui agrees, pondering how we’ve lost touch with traditional beauty—a deep dive into aesthetics and human progress.

Miss Alabama’s Gibberish (00:23:47 - 00:24:15): The duo dives into the absurdity of beauty pageant interviews, with Sean recalling a infamous Miss Alabama clip where her answer was "mind-bogglingly stupid gibberish." Lui’s quip about wanting them to "shut up and be beautiful" adds a cheeky twist, making this a standout comedic moment.

Self-Destruction as a Cycle (00:25:40 - 00:26:18): Sean muses on his cyclical relationship with self-sabotage, saying, "Self-destruction is so much fun, but you need to create a self to destruct." Lui contrasts this with his own unplanned chaos, sparking a profound reflection on balance, indulgence, and personal growth.

Audience Capture and Authenticity (00:40:16 - 00:41:08): Sean unpacks the dangers of "audience capture," where creators risk losing authenticity to appease a following. Lui ties this to his own journey, emphasising the importance of loving the work over chasing trends—a valuable lesson for anyone in the content game.

The Rush of Comedy (00:43:26 - 00:44:11): Sean shares the addictive thrill of landing a new joke, describing the process from abstract thought to audience laughter as "so validating and satisfying." Lui reflects on how this moment from their first episode stuck with him, offering a peek into the Sean’s, beginnings, craft and its emotional payoff.

Where to Find Sean:

* Instagram: @selfloathinghedonist

* YouTube: Sean Collier > https://www.youtube.com/@seancolliercomedy69

* Catch his split show with Igor, How to Give Up and Get On It, at the 2025 Melbourne Comedy Festival—details on the Comedy Fest website.

Closing Note:Lui wraps up praising Sean’s hustle, reflecting on their bond since Episode 1. With neon signs flickering and asses sore from two hours in Hosier Lane, this episode is a testament to friendship, creativity, and the grind. “What the f%&k else is there to do?” Sean asks. Tune in and find out…