The Shed Wireless

Not many Sheds can boast of a fully-equipped blacksmith forge! In this episode of The Shed Wireless podcast, we meet the 94 year-old smithy bringing the lost art to a new generation.   

Then in his regular Nailed It! segment, Rip Woodchip talks motivation – and how sometimes, just like a stubborn lawnmower, we need a bit of a kick. 

And this month’s special guest is a former Australian ‘green beret’ Mark 'Squiz' Squirrell, who has faced down many exciting challenges – from a six week climb of Mt Everest, to finding himself at the heart of political negotiations in Gaza.

The Shed Wireless podcast is produced by the Australian Men's Shed Association and hosted by 70’s pop icon John Paul Young, for the love of shedding.

A mural that's putting Pines Men's Shed on the map, on The Shed Wireless podcast 

 

What happens when a Men's Shed meets a talented street artist?

 

Marty heads to Pines Men's Shed in Frankston, Victoria, to meet President Brian and muralist Tyson Savanah (Father Marker), the artist behind a massive mural that's turning heads and helping put the shed firmly on the map.

 

From community spirit and creativity to coffee, donuts and plenty of unsolicited advice from shedders, it's a great story about what can happen when local talent and local community come together.

 

The Shed Wireless podcast is produced by the Australian Men's Shed Association and hosted by John Paul Young, for the love of shedding.

 

Visit www.mensshed.org/the-shed-wireless

Why that bowel screening test could save your life on The Shed Wireless podcast

 

That bowel screening test sitting unopened on the kitchen bench? Dr Oliver Cronin would like a word.

 

On The Pulse, AMSA's Stuart Torrance speaks with Melbourne gastroenterologist Dr Oliver Cronin about bowel cancer screening, the warning signs every bloke should know, and why a simple test could save your life. It's a practical conversation about gut health, early detection and yes – why you might need to poke your poo with a stick.

 

The Shed Wireless podcast is produced by the Australian Men's Shed Association and hosted by John Paul Young, for the love of shedding.

 

Visit www.mensshed.org/the-shed-wireless

Robert Golluch joins JPY all the way from Canada on The Shed Wireless podcast 

 

One of the great things about the Men's Shed movement is that it started right here in Australia, but these days you'll find sheds popping up all over the globe.

 

This Shedder in the Spotlight joins us all the way from Canada. Robert Golluch is President of the Canadian Men's Shed Association, and his Men's Shed journey started much like many others — he retired, went looking for something to do and wandered into a local shed thinking he'd make a bit of sawdust.

 

A few years later he found himself leading a movement that's now spread to more than 200 sheds across Canada. From repair cafes and woodworking projects to maple syrup and community connections, Robert joins John Paul Young to talk about the Canadian take on Men's Sheds.

 

The Shed Wireless podcast is produced by the Australian Men's Shed Association and hosted by John Paul Young, for the love of shedding.

Rip Woodchip shares some unexpected wisdom about losing his licence on The Shed Wireless podcast 

 

What happens when the day comes to hand over the car keys?

 

For many blokes, it's about more than just driving. Rip Woodchip reflects on independence, pride and staying connected when getting from A to B suddenly isn't as simple as it used to be. As always, he finds a few laughs along the way and reminds us that there's more than one road to the shed.

 

The Shed Wireless podcast is produced by the Australian Men's Shed Association and hosted by John Paul Young, for the love of shedding.

 

Visit www.mensshed.org/the-shed-wireless

Hello and welcome back to the Shed Wireless podcast.

We have a very special episode for you today – bringing you chats with the winners of the recent 2026 National Shed Awards! I was privileged to attends the awards presentation night at the National Gathering in Brisbane and meet the award winders in person.

And – I also sang a few tunes at the dinner – what a great night.
But enough of that – let’s talk to the winners and find out about the projects that scored them the award!
First up we have the Green Shed award, which recognises a project or activity that puts the environment or recycling at its heart. There were so many great entries in this category that the judges couldn’t decide on one winner -so they awarded two.
Today I’m talking to Alan Reid from the Nepean Men’s Shed on the outskirts of
Sydney. G’day Alan.

Welcome to The Shed Wireless Podcast 2026 National Shed Awards special!
The Green shed award was previously called the Sustainability award, so that gives you a pretty clear idea what it’s about! This year two sheds took out that honour and Marty’s talking to one of those winners

The Dingley Village Men’s Shed in Victoria.

Welcome to The Shed Wireless Podcast 2026 National Shed Awards special. In this segment we’re chatting to the winners of the Bright Spark award. That’s the award for the shed that shows innovation, – a unique or unusual approach to a problem or project

And the winner this year was the Marlin Coast Men’s Shed in Queensland.
Here to tell us all about it is Eric Wilson.

Welcome to The Shed Wireless Podcast 2026 National Shed Awards 2026 special.

The Healthy Shed, Healthy Blokes Award recognises a shed that promotes men’s mental and physical health and wellbeing. Alright, let’s cross over to Stuart, who’s got a chat lined up with this year’s winner

Cockburn - Community Impact Award: Shed Wireless 2026 Awards Special

 

Welcome to The Shed Wireless Podcast 2026 National Shed Awards special. Our final award category is the Community impact award, also known as Shed of the Year award. This award recognises a Shed doing great things for their community.