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Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shane Hewitt & The Nightshift is your late-night companion for real talk, bold ideas, and unfiltered conversations that matter. Hosted by Canadian radio veteran Shane Hewitt, each episode dives into the headlines, human stories, and hidden truths shaping our world—always with curiosity, compassion, and a sharp edge.
From politics and pop culture to mental health, technology, and everyday life, this podcast is where night owls, deep thinkers, and curious minds come to connect. Featuring…
Episodes
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
AI Changed Everything in 2 Years — What’s Coming Next?
From niche tech to everyday tool, AI has gone from background code to front-page transformation in record time. Handy Andy Baryer joins Shane Hewitt to unpack…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Victoria’s Streets Changed — and So Did the Politics
Open drug use. street disorder. harm‑reduction policy. enforcement shifts. It was a year in Victoria — and Ryan Price gives Shane a raw, local…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Don’t Wait Until Grade 12 to Let Them Fail
If kids never learn how to fail, they won’t know how to succeed. Joanna Johnson makes the case for letting students feel the sting of real consequences…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
The Stebbies 2025: Movies That Mattered, Performances That Stuck
Forget the blockbusters — this is the awards show for real film lovers. Shane Hewitt joins film critic Steve Stebbing for the fifth annual Stebbies…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
The Year the Gingerbread Got Violent
When a family cookie night produces something called “the bloody cookie,” you know the holiday spirit is alive — and slightly unhinged. Bob…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - The Christmas Blackout That Broke the Future
Yes, a real Christmas tree. Yes, it played music. Kris Abel returns with a mix of awe-inspiring tech and holiday absurdity that’s as delightful as it is…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - Why Midlife Might Be the Best Time to Change Careers
Career shifts in your 40s and 50s aren’t rare — they might be smart. Candy Ho shares how midlife reflection, workplace ceilings, and changing…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
What Teenagers Really Want (Even When They Push You Away)
Your teenager rolls their eyes when you ask them to hang out—but that doesn't mean they don't need you. Sarah Rosensweet unpacks the disconnect between…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW- The Show That Might Have Been His Last
Imagine performing in front of your hometown, selling out the venue you dreamed about as a kid—and suspecting it's goodbye. Shawn Hook lived that moment…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: Holiday Party Survival Guide: What Not to Say
Unsolicited parenting tips? Oversharing your Paris trip? Loud health updates? No thanks. Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco return with a holiday reality check on…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
The Birthday Letter Tradition That Lasts 18 Years
A listener with twin toddlers is writing them handwritten birthday letters every year—sealed, mailed, and stored in a safety deposit box until they turn…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: What 40,000 Views Taught Me About the Internet
Ryan just had his first semi-viral TikTok — and it was about sardines. Shane listens (skeptically) as Ryan breaks down what happened when a simple snack…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - The War You Can’t See: How Modern Conflict Happens in Plain Sight
War isn’t just tanks and troops anymore — it’s fiber lines, fuel routes, and viral narratives. Richard Shimooka unpacks how invisible…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Cardboard, Culture, and Christmas Chaos with Handy Andy
What do old appliance boxes, family traditions, and name spellings have in common? In Handy Andy Baryer’s world, they all collide hilariously at…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
The Cloud-Based Christmas Wish List Is Here
Kids don’t send letters to the North Pole anymore — they update Google Docs. Ryan and Shane unpack how Christmas lists, gift wrapping, and holiday…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - The Unexpected Power of Music for Kids (and Adults)
Guitars can change lives — and not just for kids. Andrew Allen shares how music became his outlet, his anchor, and now his message. This episode travels…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - That Hoodie Costs $100 — But Here’s the Real Math
Ever wondered how much it really costs to sell a $100 hoodie? Joe Cote from Merchant Growth pulls back the curtain on the true economics of small business…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW- What the Hell Should You Watch This Christmas? Movies, Gremlins & Streaming Picks
Looking for something better than background noise this holiday season? Steve Stebbing delivers the ultimate watchlist with Shane Hewitt — including The…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Is It Burnout or Just December?
Dragging through your days? Snapping at nothing? Feeling like even a nap won’t fix it? Shane and Ryan unpack the sneaky signs of holiday burnout and why…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Burnout Isn’t Just Exhaustion — It’s Overload Disguised as Normal
Feeling short-tempered, tired, or checked out — but still pushing through? That’s not just a rough week. Social worker and wellness voice Maria…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: Stealing for Good? Christmas Crime, AI Toys & Holiday Weirdness
Can stealing ever be selfless? Shane Hewitt tackles the “Robin Hood” grocery theft lighting up social media, asking if morality shifts when food is…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - Why Your Grandpa Might Hand His Credit Card to a Stranger
Scams are evolving fast — and they're hitting too close to home. Jimmy Zoubris shares real stories from the frontlines of fraud, including one where an…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - That Meme Might Be a Love Letter
Ever forwarded a meme and got hit with “yeah, I already saw that”? Mohit Rajhans breaks down what’s really going on behind those messages…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
The Criminal Networks Hiding in Your Airport Line
Think border security is just about checking receipts? Think again. Aaron McCrorie from CBSA reveals how organized crime uses the same customs lines we all…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Teddy Ruxpin, Omnibots & 80s Christmas Magic: Where Did It Go?
What made Christmas in the 80s feel so magical — and why does it feel like that magic is missing today? Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy of Retrontario unpack…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - What Makes a Toy Iconic? The Secret Life of Play
Why do some toys disappear and others become timeless? Shane Rhinewald from The Strong National Museum of Play joins Shane Hewitt to unpack what turns a simple…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Why Christmas Feels Magical at Age 10
There's a reason Christmas at 10 years old feels like the peak of magic. This episode throws back not to a single moment in history, but to that nostalgic…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - The Secret Formula Behind Unforgettable Christmas Gifts
Some toys entertain — others unlock entire futures. In this holiday edition, Shane Hewitt and Kris Abel explore the magic behind the most unforgettable…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: Top Food Stories 2025: Why Your Grocery Bill Feels Like a Lie
Food inflation in 2025 wasn’t driven by war or weather — it was self-inflicted. That’s the hard truth Dr. Sylvain Charlebois brings as he…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - Why Trump’s Speech Sounded Like a Desperate Sales Pitch
Donald Trump promised billions, misread numbers, and claimed victory — but what was really going on? Veteran broadcaster Rob Breakenridge joins Shane…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Why Grown-Ups Are Keeping the Toy Stores Alive
DESCRIPTION: Toys aren’t just for kids anymore — and the people fueling today’s toy industry are old enough to remember the originals. Andrew…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - Holiday Eating Without the Food Hangover
Too much wine, too much sugar, too many regrets — the holidays can hit hard. But holistic nutritionist Alyssa B says there’s a better way to enjoy…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Richard Crouse and the awesomeness of predictable Christmas Movies (and drinks!)
Why We Keep Watching the Same Christmas Movies Cheesy, formulaic, predictable — and somehow perfect. Richard Crouse joins to explain the strange magic…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
From EB Games to Ubisoft: A Decade with Rainbow Six Siege
When Ryan O'Donnell asked for Rainbow Six Siege as a Christmas gift at 19, he had no idea he’d still be talking about it 10 years later—this time…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - The Roswell Myth: What Really Crashed in 1947?
Everyone knows the legend — a UFO crashes in Roswell, the military covers it up, and the rest is conspiracy canon. But what actually happened in the…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Did the Aliens Want a Refund?
A reverse alien abduction theory hits the air. And somewhere between Simpsons lore and SNL sketches, things get weird — fast. Shane, Ryan, and David…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Smart Speakers Christmas Episode: What We Treasure — and What We Fear
Why Nostalgia Is Today’s Best Holiday Gift Forget gadgets and gizmos — some gifts don’t need batteries to bring joy. Lindsay Broadhead and…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Why Confidence Is the Currency of 2026: Tony Chapman on Brands That Got It Right
What makes a brand win or lose trust in today’s chaotic, AI-driven world? Tony Chapman unpacks the marketing hits and flops of 2025 — and what they…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
What If the Weirdest Places on Earth Are Real?
Falcon Lake. Shag Harbour. Skinwalker Ranch. These names keep surfacing—for strange signals, sightings, and things we can’t quite explain. Shane…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
The Collapse of Hustle Culture: What AI Is Really Killing
Forget robot overlords—AI’s real impact might be much deeper. Greg Fish returns with a bold look at how generative tech is flattening hustle…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: Bitcoin vs. Everything Else: What Makes It Different in 2025
Ethereum, meme coins, XRP — the crypto space is crowded. But Adam O’Brien says Bitcoin is playing a different game. In this eye-opening episode, he…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW- A Fabergé Egg was inside what??
An egg covered in diamonds, sapphires—and one of the weirdest endings to a theft ever. On this Good News Tuesday, Shane and Ryan highlight a bizarre…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
What If Your Side Hustle Is Just Time Debt?
It started with good news — a new home, a killer video game win, and a 16-year-old landing a premium seat to Mexico. But the real talk kicks in when the…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Good News Tuesday: Can a Creepy Tree Become a Christmas Hero?
Woody was broken. With Christmas approaching, it looked like the most bizarre holiday mascot in Canada might miss the season — until Dalhousie tech…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
The Side Hustle Is the New Debt — But Gen Z Might Be the Way Out
The job market is shifting — again. With layoffs, unstable wages, and endless side hustles, it’s harder than ever to build a future on a single…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - Why Is Instagram Just One Big Scam Now?
It used to be social — now it’s just sales. In this Good News Tuesday episode, Shane and Ryan go off on the flood of fake self-help, algorithm…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - The Misinformation Trap: Why Social Media Gets Love (and Life) So Wrong
Red flags, “this is your sign” advice, and hot takes on love are everywhere — but are they helping? Dr. Max Butterfield thinks not. From his…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Roomba Is No Longer American. Here's Why That Matters.
Roomba’s maker iRobot just went bankrupt — and a Chinese robotics giant is taking over. In this episode, Kris Abel explains why that signals a…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: Smiling Helps When You're Gagging (And Other Wisdom from Bob Addison)
Yes, that’s a real tip — and no, this episode isn’t what you think. In this hilarious and weirdly useful conversation, Bob Addison joins…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
No One Writes Anymore — And It’s Costing Us More Than We Realize
Writing a letter used to mean something. It still does — if we let it. In this reflective and timely conversation, Sarba Sohail and Shane Hewitt explore…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: The New Spy Game: Hidden Agents, AI Influence & Cognitive Warfare
Espionage isn’t in the shadows anymore — it’s everywhere, and we’re often part of it without even knowing. Shane Hewitt is joined by…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Why Your Budget Always Fails — And What to Do Instead
Ever wondered why money tips never seem to stick? Jessica Moorhouse has the answer — and it starts with your childhood. In this episode, the bestselling…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Sock Sock Shoe Shoe: The Christmas Switch, & Rob Reiner’s Legacy
Christmas mode has officially flipped — but not without a strange twist in the headlines. Shane Hewitt and Ryan O'Donnell share a moment of festive…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Handy Andy’s Last Minute Christmas Guide and Cautions
Handy Holiday Tech Ideas Is it sock-sock-shoe-shoe or sock-shoe-sock-shoe? That lighthearted debate sets the tone as Shane reconnects with Handy Andy for a…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Hollywood Goodbye: Richard Crouse on Rob Reiner’s Legacy and Loss
In one of his final interviews, Rob Reiner spoke with Richard Crouse about love, laughter, and a life spent telling unforgettable stories. That conversation…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - $500 Lego and a Mortgage, Please: How Millennials Do Christmas
Is it still a gift if it’s 3,600 plastic pieces and costs more than rent? In this millennial Christmas breakdown, Shane walks through Ryan…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
What Canadians Really Want in a Car (Versus What They Buy)
Ferraris and Porsche 911s top the search lists — but that’s not what people are driving off the lot. Baris Akyurek from AutoTrader breaks down the…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Driving Scared Isn’t Safe: Canada’s Winter Road Reality
Hazards on. Creeping at 40. Terrified behind the wheel. Lorraine Sommerfeld calls it like it is: being afraid on the road doesn’t make it safer &mdash…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Why Special Olympics Is Way More Than Just a Competition
Most people think Special Olympics is just about one big event — but they’re missing the real story. CEO Gail Hamamoto and athlete-advocate Callum…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend? Dec 12 Edition
Would You Trust Your Neighbor to Kill a Monster? A child’s imagination or a deadly truth? In Dust Bunny, grief and horror collide when a young girl…