The Good Oil

Episode 18 - Jami-Lee Ross

Episode Summary

In Episode 18 of The Good Oil Podcast, Cam sits down with former MP, Jami-Lee Ross. In an emotional discussion, he looks back on his rapid ascent, the dramatic clashes that ended his time in Parliament, and the lessons learned. With honesty and perspective, Jami-Lee reflects on resilience, reinvention, and the heavy costs of political ambition.

Episode Notes

In Episode 18 of The Good Oil Podcast, Cam sits down with former National MP, and political fire-brand, Jami-Lee Ross.

In an emotional discussion, he opens up about his rise through local and national politics, the explosive fallout with his party and its leader, and the controversies that reshaped his career.

Jami-Lee also reflects on life after Parliament, from fringe politics to business ventures few saw coming, and why he’s reinvented himself.

With unflinching candour, he unpacks power, downfall, and survival in the ruthless world of New Zealand politics.