Former All Black and Chiefs stalwart Liam Messam joins Jason Davis in the ShedLife Studio to talk about returning to club rugby, lessons from sevens and his journey into the boxing ring. From a tough teenage fitness camp to the reunion that brought him back to Hautapu, Liam shares what giving back to the game means to him.

From arm wrestling on school rubbish bins to playing Tai Kaliso in Gears of War, Maateiwarangi’s story goes well beyond the table. The Aotearoa arm wrestling champion joins Jason Davis in the ShedLife Studio to talk about his journey, the family behind his achievements, and why he believes the greatest life is one lived in service of others.

Former Silver Ferns defender Leana de Bruin joins Jason Davis and Karl Johnson on ShedLife NZ to share her journey from representing South Africa to becoming a world champion with New Zealand. With 138 international tests, two Commonwealth Games gold medals and a return to court at 48, Leana talks netball, family, resilience and life beyond elite sport.

Ashleigh Hoeta, the first woman to bench press over 300kg and a five-time New Zealand arm wrestling champion, joins ShedLife NZ to share the story behind her strength. From a gymnastics dream cut short and surviving a stroke to a promise made to her late father, Ashleigh opens up about grief, determination and the community she found in arm wrestling.

In this episode of ShedLifeNZ, filmed live at Fieldays 2026, Jason Davis sits down with singer-songwriter James Brodie to discuss his journey into music, overcoming mental health challenges, recovering from a life-changing car accident, creating his debut album Bridges, and the role faith and resilience have played in his life.

In this episode of ShedLifeNZ, Jason Davis sits down with longtime friend Ben Presling to discuss growing up in New Zealand during the 1990s, fast cars, memorable adventures, entrepreneurship and the stories that shaped their lifelong friendship.

In this episode of ShedLifeNZ, Jason Davis sits down with Karl "KJ" Johnson, Head Turf Manager at Seddon Park and FMG Stadium Waikato, to discuss preparing pitches for international sport, managing world class playing surfaces and the challenges of keeping New Zealand's premier sporting venues in top condition.

In this episode of ShedLifeNZ, Jason Davis sits down with Graeme "Mintie" Mead, one of Waikato's most recognisable sports commentators, to discuss rugby, speedway, broadcasting, community sport and the experiences gained throughout his media career.

In this episode of ShedLifeNZ, Jason Davis sits down with Lil Henry, entertainer, rapper and social media personality, to discuss life behind the viral videos, music, content creation and the reality behind his public persona.

In this episode of ShedLifeNZ, Jason Davis sits down with Ramin Tavakoli, founder of Max Style Construction, to discuss leaving Iran, starting over in New Zealand, building a successful construction company and the resilience required to succeed in business.

In this episode of ShedLifeNZ, Jason Davis sits down with Paul Alderton, musician and shed builder, to discuss life in the music industry, performing with The Politicians, farming, family life and his unique journey into the construction industry.

In this episode of ShedLifeNZ, Jason Davis sits down with Noddy Watts, founder of Beach Hop, to discuss classic cars, American automotive culture, Route 66, building Beach Hop into a nationally recognised event and his lifelong passion for motoring.

In this episode of ShedLifeNZ, Jason Davis sits down with educator Ngaire Harris to discuss growing up on a farm, teaching, building character, community values and the importance of education.