Australian comedian and media personality
The beloved Australian comedian Jo Stanley has become a household name for her quick wit and likeable charm. From performing stand-up in a small Collingwood pub to being the go-to host for some of Australia's biggest radio shows, Jo continues to make audiences laugh as a prolific entertainer.
Born and raised in Melbourne, Jo rose to fame in 2003 when she joined Matt Tilley for the hilarious and heartwarming radio program The Matt & Jo Show. Filled with laugh-out-loud stories and inside jokes, The Matt & Jo Show delighted listeners every weekday morning with their warmth and authenticity. They also interviewed a number of world-famous celebrities, including Matt Damon, Hugh Jackman, Lady Gaga, Nicole Kidman and Beyoncé.
For 10 years, the breakfast radio duo saw great success on Fox FM, and even became the most listened-to radio show in the country for six years!
After their final show aired in 2013, Jo moved on to be a co-host of Weekend Breakfast, where she spread laughter across the 52 stations on Southern Cross Austereo’s Today Network. Soon after in 2016, she joined the breakfast team at GOLD 104.3 alongside Anthony ‘Lehmo’ Lehmann. With their on-air chemistry, the show grew consistently until it became the Number 1 FM breakfast show in Melbourne.
Outside of radio, Jo has made frequent media appearances on TV, including on Channel Ten’s Studio 10 and The Project, Channel Seven’s SlideShow, as well as Channel Nine’s Clever. Since 2017, she has been a part of the House of Wellness TV team as a presenter and occasional host, where she guides audiences through the world of health and wellbeing in an entertaining and interactive format.
Jo also signed up for Channel Seven’s singing contest It Takes Two in 2007, where she paired up with singer Anthony Callea to perform against other Australian celebrities. With their musical talent and stage presence, the duo made it all the way to the show’s grand final, placing an impressive second place.
With years of experience on radio and TV programs, Jo Stanley continues to delight Australian audiences with her charisma and sense of humour. She is the perfect choice for any event looking for an entertaining and highly engaging keynote speaker!