Talking Shed

The boys are back in the shed for Episode 71! 🔥 This week we get into the Knicks allegedly pulling a dodgy on their employees, the NZ Government talking with the Mongrel Mob, and the conversation turns to tattoos — the meaning behind them, the culture, and whether every tattoo needs a story. As always, expect hot takes, questionable opinions and plenty of laughs. Lock in and come have a yarn with...

Josiah’s sitting his citizenship test this week, so he put Matiu through it first. Plus Fiji’s greedy politicians, and whether you should pay for your mate’s first-class flight if you’re loaded. If you like it, give us 5 stars and tell us what you liked. Clips and behind-the-scenes are on Instagram and TikTok @talking_Shed. Peace… Chur 🤙

This week we break down the NRL Dally M Awards , debate some of the biggest moments from the night, get into a conversation about an execution , and somehow end up discussing whether LeBron James’ wife should be paying for her best friend .

Someone went viral saying they "full hate" New Zealand, no vibe and all. We react, and yes, we have thoughts. 😬 Episode 68: Josiah and Matiu also ask whether it was okay for fans to throw cans at Ashley Klein, and try to break the worst news imaginable. Married someone else in Vegas? Invited the groom's ex to the wedding? Lost the rings two hours before the ceremony? In this episode...

Episode 67 - TALKING SHED x BLINDSIDE NRL FANTASY 🧠🏉 We’ve got a proper NRL Fantasy specialist in the Shed! This week we sit down with Blindside NRL Fantasy to talk all things NRL Fantasy — trades, captaincy, sleepers, traps, big scores and the strategies that separate the casuals from the absolute Fantasy freaks. We put Blindside to the test with some tough Fantasy questions, debate the biggest...

#66 - The World Map Was LYING To Us, Stan Kroenke Owns Everything & Fantasy Draft Carnage The UN just voted to redraw the world map, one billionaire is quietly collecting a team in every league on earth, and somebody in our fantasy league has already donated their entry fee 😂 On this episode: 🏟️ Stan Kroenke adding the LA Angels to the empire🏈 NFL fantasy draft recap - who's got the most pot...

#65 - Adam Blair, Sonny Bill & The NRL Fights That Went TOO FAR, and LeBron dropped a rap song, NRL players were actually trying to knock each other out, and apparently having girl mates is still a controversial topic in 2026 😂 Episode 65 of the Talking Shed is out now. 🎙️ NBA stars going rapper 🥊 The most iconic NRL brawls ranked 👫 Girl mates — allowed or not? Listen/watch now - you know t...

NBA players are getting PAID, scams are getting smarter, and apparently locking fighters in a room is a legitimate way to solve problems 😂 Episode 64 of the Talking Shed is out now. 🎙️ NBA salaries 💸 Scams & dodgy schemes 🥊 Fighters locked in a room 🍻 Plenty of questionable opinions Listen/watch now — you know the drill. If you enjoyed the episode, like, subscribe, and drop a comment; it g...

Ep 63 - Why Do We Only Remember The Bad Ones? Unfortunately, our video crashed out this week, but you can still enjoy the audio of this episode. This week's Shed update takes us into One Warriors news and a wild French athlete story that had us both stumped, plus a question that got surprisingly deep: why does history only remember the villains? Then we flip it with a proper debate: if you had...

Ep 62 - In this episode of Talking Shed, we hand the mic to AI. We put our own relationship argument in front of it and asked it to pick a side - then sat there while it told us who was actually in the wrong. We also get it to rank the top 10 most transferable sports (the list starts a fight of its own), and finish with the one app we'd each keep if we had to delete everything else off our phones....

Ep 61 - In this episode of Talking Shed , we sit down with a brave guest who shares the story of navigating a deeply traumatic breakup with a toxic partner. She opens up about the warning signs she missed, the emotional manipulation she experienced, and what it took to finally walk away. It's an honest conversation filled with raw moments, laughs, and insights that could help anyone who's been thr...

Ep. 60 | Bill Belichick's 50-Year Age Gap, Jake Paul vs Tom Brady & The Vacuum Debate This week on Talking Shed, we're all over the place... in the best way. We dive into the headlines surrounding Bill Belichick and his relationship with a girlfriend nearly 50 years younger, unpack the heated exchange between Jake Paul and Tom Brady, and settle one of the biggest household debates of all time....

Ep 59 - This week on Talking Shed, we tackle the big questions: why are we still scared of the dark, would we trade anything to add 30 years to our lives, and what Māori kai deserves the top spot? A yarn about fears, life, and the food that brings us together. We hope you enjoy this unique episode. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and let us know your favourite Māori food in the comments...

Ep 58 - We Thought My Uncle Died at Our Wedding... | Our Bali Wedding Recap We expected happy tears on our wedding day - but we never expected to think we'd lost one of our family members. In this episode, we're finally sharing the full story behind our Bali wedding. From the emotional moments and behind-the-scenes chaos to the hilarious mishaps, we unpack everything that happened during o...

Ep 57 - We Recorded a Podcast in a Bali Sports Bar During a Live Rugby League Game 🍻🏉 This week, we're bringing you something a little different. Instead of our usual setup, we hit record from a local sports bar in Bali while a live rugby league match played in the background. It's unfiltered, a little chaotic, and captures the atmosphere of our trip perfectly. In this episode, we chat about: 🏉...

This week on Talking Shed , we dive into the biggest basketball stories, breaking down Jalen Brunson's impact, the New York Knicks' resurgence, and all the drama from the NBA Finals . We also shift gears to discuss supermarket monopolies, rising costs, and what it means for everyday consumers. To wrap things up, we share our travel essentials and must-have tips for making your next trip smoother a...

This episode has everything. We kick things off with a bizarre café encounter that left us questioning whether we were in a coffee shop or a fever dream. From awkward interactions to downright strange behaviour, we break down one of the freakiest café experiences we've ever had. We then dive into all things State of Origin, discussing the biggest moments, key matchups, bold predictions, and wh...

The verdicts that shook the world… we're going there. In this episode, Josiah & Matiu break down the OJ Simpson not guilty verdict and the Princess Diana cheating scandal. Ttwo moments that stopped the planet and never really left the cultural conversation. We get into the courtroom drama, the media circus, and why the OJ trial became so much more than a murder case. Then we pivot to Diana...

This week we talk about how surprisingly good China’s public health system is, break down Matiu’s motivational video and the mindset behind it, and get into the real lessons and values we’d want to pass on to our kids one day — from discipline and confidence to not taking life too seriously. One of those episodes that somehow gets deep, funny and chaotic all at once 🎙️

EP 51 – Michael Jackson: The King, The Movie & The Legacy Michael has finally dropped, and Josiah & Matiu are breaking it all down. We talk through the film, where it ranks among the best music biopics, and whether it really captures Michael Jackson as both an artist and a person. We also get into why MJ’s level of fame has never been matched, and probably never will be, plus Gary Vaynerch...

EP 50 – Inside Rugby’s Most BRUTAL 1v1 Comp… ft. RNC (RUNNATION) Athlete Ash Harawera-NaeraIn this episode, Josiah & Matiu sit down with Ash to break down the viral rise of RNC (Runnation) and the brutal 1v1 rugby format that’s taking over social media. We dive into:- Why Ash decided to compete in RN3– What it’s really like stepping into those 1v1 collisions– The Kelston vs Auckland Grammar fi...

EP 49 Justin Bieber at Coachella… What Really Happened? Justin Bieber popped up at Coachella and had everyone talking, but was it just a performance, or something bigger going on? In this episode, Josiah & Matiu break down Bieber’s Coachella appearance, what it actually means for his career, and why people are reading into it so much. We get into the comeback narrative, the reaction online, an...

EP 48 - Mo Alarms Mo Problemz, Josiah & Matiu discuss how many alarms are too many, Basketball playoffs and surface level friends. 2026 and we are back! Bigger and better. We have some exciting plans this year and can't wait to share them with you. Join Josiah & Matiu on Talking Shed – your go-to spot for sports, pop culture, and whatever’s going on in the world. Chats are short, jokes...

EP 47 - What Your Coffee Says About YouIn this episode, Josiah & Matiu discuss What Your Coffee Says About You, when is it time to know what you want to do in life and ranking some of the best movie lines2026 and we are back! Bigger and better. We have some exciting plans this year and can't wait to share them with you. Join Josiah & Matiu on Talking Shed – your go-to spot for sports, pop...

EP #46 - GOO GOO DOLLS, BEST RUGBY PLAYER, AND HANGOVERS In this episode, Josiah & Matiu discuss the Best Rugby Player and Hangover disasters. 2026 and we are back! Bigger and better. We have some exciting plans this year and can't wait to share them with you. Join Josiah & Matiu on Talking Shed – your go-to spot for sports, pop culture, and whatever’s going on in the world. Chats are shor...