Charlie Pickering

Comedian, MC & Keynote Speaker

Edgy, polished and inventive, Charlie Pickering is a political junkie and law graduate that across the last 25 years has become a household name.

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Edgy, polished and inventive, Charlie Pickering is a political junkie and law graduate that across the last 25 years has become a household name.

Charlie spent ten years travelling the world as an award winning comic before carving out a stellar career as one of the top personalities on Australian TV. He has become a household name as the Gen X Captain on Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Generation, host of Channel 10’s The Project and as the leader of his own weekly ABC TV show, The Weekly with Charlie Pickering.

In 2025 he took over the reigns from legendary broadcaster Richard Glover, as the host of TGIF Fridays on ABC Radio across the country.

In the corporate event space, Charlie’s the consummate professional. Whether he’s hosting an Awards night, in conversation with the boss or a bespoke Keynote, Charlie’s the perfect option to bring star power to your next event.

Charlie was fantastic on the night. He entertained the audience with a great stand-up routine, and kept the night flowing as he announced each award winner. Charlie was professional and made sure he stuck to our requests about what he could and couldn’t say, being a corporate event. Incentive Action
Stuffs more material into an hour than other comics do in two. Herald Sun
Australia's Best The Adelaide Advertiser
You won't be disappointed. The Independent UK
Charming company and a natural raconteur. The Scotsman