The Shed Wireless

In this episode of The Shed Wireless podcast we discover the wild story behind the Men's Shed restoring the oldest DC-2 aircraft in the world. Then in his regular Nailed It! segment Rip Woodchip talks reminiscing, and how there’s a reason to hold onto every item in your crowded shed. And finally, John Paul Young (JPY) sits down with special guest former Australian cricketer and TV personality Mike Whitney, and finds a surprising amount in common...

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.

This episode includes a rewind of some of our favourite and most popular segments. Here’s what we’ll be talking about this episode: On the Road: JPY’s old friend Butch shares his tips on the best all rounder kit for fishing in On the Road. On the tools: JPY and Marty talk to Mal Conomy is a serious metal lathe guru who’s retirement hobby fashioning Hercus lathe spare parts has resulted in some unexpected benefits! Ask the Doc: Stuart Torrence finds out why your balance is so important and how to improve it. Special Guest: JPY shares some nostalgia with Aussie country music magnate John Williamson Nailed It: Rip Woodchip muses about staying social.

In this special Christmas episode: Special guest – Santa! Well, Bob from the Yanchep Community Men’s shed in Northern Perth, Western Australia. Shed in the spotlight, Raymond Terrace Men’s Shed in NSW tell us about their Christmas shop! On the tools, Gary from Morgan’s Mens Shed on the Murray River in South Australia - how they get involved in the local Christmas pageant. In On the Pulse, Stuart Torrence chats with me about how to enjoy Christmas and not over do it! And finally in Nailed It, Rip Woodchip is talking to us about Christmas and gift giving.

In this episode today: Special guest Meet honorary member of the Wynnum Manly Shed – 100 year old sister Angela Mary Doyle, you’ll need to stick around to listen to find out what makes her so special. In On the Pulse Stuart Torrence caught up with a couple to blokes from two of the organisations who were part of the Big Breakfast: Ashely Dawson from the Nitro Garage Mental health hub, and then Greg McGann, Manager of the young adult and mental health services at the, Mater Hospital Brisbane. On the road David Westlake from the Wynnum Manly Shed who’s talking to Marty about their beautiful area and what’s great to see there. Nailed It. Rip is also on a road trip, and tells us his best tips for road tripping.

In this episode today: Special Guest: Alex Turner rode a motorbike across the Simpson Dessert solo raise funds for men’s sheds On the tools: Marty’s in the Singleton Man’s shed where he’s learning about making pickles Shed in the Spotlight: is the Katherine Community Men’s shed in the Northern Territory On the Pulse: Stuart Torrence chats with Diane Montoya Program Manager for the Refresh Retreats for Baptist Care about dementia. And finally in Nailed It, Rip’s talking about what its like being on the receiving end of a dementia diagnosis. Ok let’s get into today’s Shed Wireless!

In this episode today: Special Guest: Federal MP and five-time Olympian Dan Repacholi, who was recently appointed Australia’s first Special Envoy for Men’s Health On The Tools: We meet Kim, Graham and Kyle in the Goat Shed, and they repair pinball machines! Shed in the spotlight: Terry Phippen from the Point Nepean men’s shed on what they are doing in their local community On the road: Bill from the Mannum Men’s Shed on the Murray River in South Australia And finally in Nailed It, Rip us giving us his spin on how our sheds create community and why that’s so important.

Special Guest: Today is an old mate of John Paul Young’s – Australian Singer Trevor White! In On The Tools: Marty is talks to a bloke from the Crows Nest shed in Queensland where they have a bitof an unusual machine for a shed- upholstery! On the Pulse: Stuart Torrance is finding out about Sepsis and what we can do to reduce the risks Shedder in the Spotlight: A young shedder from the Narooma Shed on the southern coast of NSW, this shedder is unusual for a number of reasons. Nailed It: Rip Woodchip is talking about answering that ol’ question – what do you do for a living?

In this episode today: Shedder in the Spotlight: Graham Edwards from King Lake in regional Victoria. On the Pulse: Stuart Torrance is learning about Music for Health with Jason Tenner a music therapist On the Road: Lance from the Palmerston Shed in the Northern Territory Special Guests: Russell Westacott And Uncle Benny Hodges from the Council of Elders talking about the upcoming changes to the aged care system. Nailed it: In Rip Woodchip is sharing a few thoughts about dealing with the impact of natural disasters

In this Men’s Health Week special episode: I chat to Stuart Torrance from AMSA about Men’s Health Week itself—what it’s all about and why it matters Our special guest today is someone I used to gig with back in the day none other than Normie Rowe, one of Australia’s biggest pop stars of the 1960s. In On the Pulse, Stuart’s back to talk about one of those ‘bloke things’ that doesn’t get enough air time—your prostate. He’s talking to Ruth Logan from the It’s a Bloke Thing Foundation to bust some of the biggest myths around prostate cancer And the one and only Rip Woodchip shares who you should turn to when it comes to health info. Trust us, only Rip can say it like Rip does!

In this episode today: On The Tools: Marty talks to Gosford Men’s Shed about their impressive Tech Room – full of 3D printers and laser cutters. On the road: we chat with Ian from Grumpies Blokes’ Shed in Adelaide about why you should visit, not least because they have the largest men’s shed mural in the world! On the Pulse: If you’re like most of us, you’ll be interested especially interested in this segment - Stuart Torrance talks to from Creaky Joints about how to make travelling with arthritis easier! Nailed It! Finally, it’s National Volunteer Week this May, and with many of us enjoying retirement, giving back through volunteering has become a big part of our lives. Our resident handyman Rip Woodchip talks about why volunteering is so important.