Sauna Sesh's with Shea
Welcome to Sauna Sesh’s with Shea — the podcast where the heat’s real, the chats are raw, and the sauna hats are a must.
Each week, host Shea Smith sits down in the sauna with everyday legends for unfiltered conversations about mindset, wellness, business, and life. From early morning routines and cold plunges to discipline, mental health, and finding purpose — nothing’s off-limits once the steam starts rising.
🎙️ Expect real talk, plenty of laughs, and the kind of honesty that only happens when you’re sweating it out.
🧖♂️ New episodes weekly — filmed inside the sauna and steaming everywhere.
🔥 Relax. Recharge. Repeat.
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Episodes
45 episodes
The Moment Everything Changed | Duayne Pearce on Responsibility, Failure & Taking Action.
#45 In this Sauna Sesh, Duayne Pearce breaks down the real turning point in his life and business: taking full responsibility, embracing failure, and acting without fear. From financial stress and self-doubt to building successful businesses, e...
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Episode 45
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1:01:41
“How to Raise Strong Young Men — Cam Dunlop on Masculinity, Responsibility & His New Book”
#44 In this Sauna Sesh, Cam Dunlop jumps into the barrel sauna to talk about his book Your Strength Within: A Manifesto for Young Men — a guide built for teen boys but powerful enough to reshape any man’s life.Buy the book here...ht...
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Episode 44
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1:06:08
The Needle Guy: Jim Bostock Reveals the Truth About Pain, Nerve Locks & Healing.
#43 Jim Bostock — known as The Needle Guy — joins us for a Sauna Sesh to reveal the wild truth behind chronic pain, nerve locks, emotional trauma, and how he developed a breakthrough method that fixes people instantly.check out Jim's wo...
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Episode 43
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31:55
Ultra Runner Brett Standring: Sobriety, 240km Mind Games & The Men’s Group Saving Lives.
#42 In this weeks Sauna Sesh we turn the heat up with ultra-runner and Run Queensland founder Brett Standring — a bloke who’s run 240km straight, quit drinking at 25, and now helps men tell their stories to help through the tough ti...
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Episode 42
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1:04:47
The Brutal Truth About Business, Relationships & Staying Sane With Grant Jarvis.
#41 Grant Jarvis from Fortress Hire jumps in the sauna to discuss business stress, relationships, time management, goals, AI, burnout, and why most people live on autopilot.check out Fortress Hire here...https://www.fortresshire.com...
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Episode 41
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57:12
The Power of Storytelling: Turning Your Struggles Into Strengths with Andre Lategan.
#40 In this Sauna Sesh episode, we go deep with online video creator Andre Lategan from BizVideo — a master of capturing authenticity and storytelling in the building industry.check out our sponsors...Relax, Recharge, Repeat with Zen...
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Episode 40
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50:54
From Card Tricks to Cate Blanchett: The Magic of Josh Norbido.
#39 Josh Norbido — magician, illusionist, and all-round legend — joins Sauna Sesh’s with Shea for a wild chat about card tricks, comedy, Cate Blanchett, Russell Crowe, and how magic turned into a full-time gig. From backflips to Rubik’...
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Episode 39
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41:46
Carton-a-Day to Clear-Headed: Gerard’s Turnaround.
#38 I met Gerard Scholten in a sauna and immediately realised he had a great story to tell, one of overcoming adversity, calming the demons and moving forward to become a better version of one's self. This one’s raw, honest has a stack of...
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Episode 38
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48:45
From KFC to the King of Photography — Damien Bredberg on AI, Authenticity, and the Art of Showing Up.
#37 In this Sauna Sesh episode, world-class photographer and creative powerhouse Damien Bredberg drops truth bombs about the business of photography, creativity, AI, and staying driven under pressure.From starting out at KFC to shooting glo...
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Episode 37
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58:02
Unfiltered with Steady Eddy: 90s Fame, Addiction & 25 Years Sober.
#37 Aussie comedy legend Steady Eddy joins us inside the barrel sauna for a brutally honest, hilarious chat about stand-up, addiction, recovery, and redemption. From ice baths and bungee jumps to million-dollar mistakes — nothing’s off limits.<...
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Episode 36
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38:22
Embracing Life Beyond Comfort Zones with Paul Savage
#35 Paul Savage joins us in the barrel sauna to share his philosophy on embracing life outside comfort zones as he approaches his 50th birthday. Through regular 3AM workouts and newfound willingness to face challenges like ice baths and breathw...
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Episode 35
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38:03
The Balancing Act: From Rugby Fields to Business Ventures with Damon Murphy
International rugby referee Damon Murphy joins us to discuss how he balances his multiple businesses with a demanding refereeing career that takes him around the world. He shares insights on scheduling, handling criticism, and controlling your ...
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Episode 34
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35:30
Breathing Through Life's Challenges with Justin Andrews
#33 Justin Andrews shares his transformative journey from reactive builder to mindful breathwork practitioner, revealing how Inner Breath helped him heal after his marriage breakdown and become more present in his relationships. Through explora...
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Episode 33
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49:07
Designing Resilience: A Conversation on Mental Health with Michael Ross
This episode encapsulates a heartfelt conversation with Michael Ross about the intertwining worlds of design and mental health. Michael opens up about his experiences with anxiety, burnout, and his ongoing journey towards self-care and resilien...
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Episode 32
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49:33
Unveiling the Magic of Saying Yes with Steven Middlehurst
In this weeks sauna sesh we chat Steven Middlehurst as he shares his journey of saying "yes" to new experiences while encouraging listeners to embrace discomfort for personal growth. The episode explores themes of curiosity, self-kindness, the ...
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Episode 31
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32:55
"Live Better: The Rise of Home Saunas and Ice Baths" with AJ Williams
In this weeks sauna sesh we chat with AJ Williams, the owner of Revel Saunas about people's awareness of the importance of longevity and living healthier, happier lives. While going to the gym can be challenging, having a sauna and ice ba...
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Episode 30
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53:18
Overcoming Adversity to Live Amongst the Trees.
Jamie Montgomery recounts his inspiring journey from working at a petrol station to becoming a passionate arborist and founding his own business, Tree Essence. He shares insights on tree climbing competitions, the importance of trees in our liv...
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Episode 29
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28:23
Understanding The Power of Voice with Flloyd Kennedy
This episode features an inspiring conversation with Floyd Kennedy, a vocal coach who delves into the intricacies of voice, its connection to our inner selves, and practical techniques for enhancing vocal quality. Listeners gain insights into b...
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41:52
The pros and cons of wearing makeup in todays world.
Joining us in the barrel sauna on this weeks episode Is Emily Bitkow and Cheryl Slender to talk all things makeup. Together, we dive into the dynamic realm of makeup and wellness trends, shedding light on the rising acceptance of cosmetics amon...
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Episode 27
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40:35
Fire, Heat, and Heart: A Sauna Journey with Omer Batin Gozubuyuk
Sauna seshes goes digital as we catch up with Omer Batin Gozubuyuk, a sports and medicine physician who explains the health benefits linked to regular sauna use. Emerging research also reveals significant reductions in cardiovascular risk and i...
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42:38
Building a Foundation of Health and Wellness with Luke Doecke
Ever wondered how wellness practices can reshape not just your personal life but also your business culture? Our conversation with Luke Doecke, a builder from South Australia, uncovers exactly that. Luke shares his transformative journey of inc...
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Episode 25
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35:13
The Impact of the Outdoors on Your Health with Jason Weare.
In the sauna this week we've a special South African guest Jason Weare. Jason shares fascinating stories from his upbringing in South Africa and his current life on a hobby farm, weaving in his passions for fishing, hunting, and pa...
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Episode 24
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33:48
Defying Age One Mountain at a Time With Alan Keen.
Alan Keen is shattering the stereotypes of aging by staying more active and adventurous at 67 than most people half his age.
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31:34
Closing Down The Open Tabs in Your Head with Cass Greig.
This week in the barrel sauna we are joined by Cass Greig. Cass and I discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with the right support system and embracing vulnerability. We explore the journey of shifting negative mindsets, overcoming ske...
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Episode 22
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59:08
Men it's time to Grab Life by the Balls and Tackle it Head on with Shane King
What if rediscovering the ancient practices of community and connection could drastically improve your mental well-being? Join us as we sit down with Shane King, a key figure associated with Grab Life by the Balls, a men's support group that ha...
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Episode 21
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35:32