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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
Shiftheads - You're Not Too Old — You're Just Getting Started
Getting older doesn’t mean getting boring. On Good News Tuesday, Shane Hewitt hosts a conversation that challenges everything we assume about aging. From…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - Redefining Aging: How to Live With Purpose at Any Age
Getting older isn’t about slowing down — it’s about waking up. Helen Valleau, founder of Elegant Aging, joins to reframe what it means to…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
When Politics Becomes Performance: Matt Gurney on the Illusion of Accountability
Matt Gurney doesn’t pull punches — and in this episode, he lays out why much of Canadian political theatre feels scripted. From gala speeches to…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Why The Tenors Are Canada’s Soundtrack to Christmas
Four voices, one purpose — to bring harmony, hope, and holiday magic across Canada. Mark Masri of The Tenors joins from the road to reflect on what makes…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - From Deals to Decency: What Giving Tuesday Means in a Hungry Country
After Black Friday’s frenzy and Cyber Monday’s chaos, Giving Tuesday hits differently — especially when 2.2 million Canadians are turning to…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: $1,000 Worth Breaking up the Story We Tell Ourselves
What would it take for you to leave the life you've built? In this solo episode, Shane Hewitt dives deep into a listener’s emotional letter about the…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Would You Move Cities for $1,000 a Month?
How much money would it take to uproot your life? In this solo segment, Shane Hewitt poses a provocative question: if you could save or earn an extra $1,000…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Handy Andy: From Gutter Hacks to AI Ghosts: Can Tech Save Us or Scare Us?
Gutters, Porch Pirates, and $1,000 Moves What if all it took to double your future savings was moving cities? Handy Andy Baryer joins Shane Hewitt for a…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Why Gen Z Is the Fittest (and Loneliest?) Generation
We're healthier than ever — but are we happier? In this thought-provoking episode, Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell unpack the rise of…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - The Movement Crisis in Youth: Mental Health, COVID, and a Path Forward
Physical activity among youth is plummeting—and it’s shaping their future health. Dr. Claire Leblanc, a pediatric rheumatologist at McGill, shares…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - Scene+, Expiry Loopholes, and the Truth About Points
Scene+ just dethroned PC Optimum — and it’s not just because of movie tickets. Patric Sojka unpacks the fast-growing power of loyalty programs in…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Would You Move to Save $1,000 a Month?
What if a thousand dollars a month stood between you and a better life? In this candid conversation, Jessica Moorhouse shares why more Canadians are packing up…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Happy Friday Round Up! the Hidden Politics Nobody Wants to Admit is Happening
Why Canada Post Is Losing Trust — And What It Could Learn From Santa Charities don’t even trust the mail anymore — and that’s a big red…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Fighter Jets to Deep Space: Jeremy Hansen’s Mission to the Moon
What does it take to go from Cold Lake, Alberta to orbiting the Moon? Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen talks about the Artemis II mission, his journey through…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Black Friday Deals, Astronaut Dreams, and Santa on Instagram
What do switching phone providers, being followed by Santa, and training for a moon mission have in common? Not much — but they’re all on this…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Funerals, Lottery Chaos, and the Weirdest Gas Station Heist Ever
When did funerals start feeling more common than weddings? Shane, Ryan, and Noah go on a Friday ride through the strange, uncomfortable, and absolutely…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - What the Hell Should We Watch (this weekend) with Steve Stebbing
Movies: Zootopia 2, Afterlife Dilemmas, and a Canadian Story That Hits Hard Talking animals, soulmates, and stolen identities — this week’s lineup…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
This isn’t even AI (yet?): Three Years of ChatGPT
It’s only been three years, but it feels like AI has reshaped everything — or has it? Mohit Rajhans joins Shane to reflect on ChatGPT’s rise…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Are License Plate Cameras Watching You?
License plate tracking isn’t science fiction — it’s already here. Former officer and TikTok traffic expert Sean Shapiro joins Shane to break…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
XEQT and Chill: The Easiest Way to Grow Wealth?
Forget chasing hot stocks. Anita Bruinsma explains why “XEQT and chill” might be the smartest — and simplest — investing mindset for…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
From AM 80s to Dad Rock: What Counts as a Classic Now?
What happens when the music you love gets labeled “grandpa rock”? Shane Hewitt leads a fun, feisty conversation on National Electric Guitar Day…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - From Stairway to Seven Nation Army: The Riffs That Rock Us
Some guitar riffs aren’t just songs — they’re cultural memory. On this throwback-fueled episode, Eric Alper joins Shane Hewitt to trade…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
National Guitar Day and the Riff That Moves You
What’s the one guitar riff that still gives you goosebumps? On National Electric Guitar Day, Shane, Ryan, and Noah go full throwback—debating the…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
What’s Really in Your Food? Behind the Grocery Aisle with the Food Professor
From rotisserie chickens to Campbell’s soup scandals, food prices and trust are on the line. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, aka The Food Professor, breaks down…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Trudeau, Smith, and the Pipeline Plot Twist
When Alberta’s premier and Canada’s PM suddenly stop fighting, something big is happening. Rob Breakenridge joins to unpack the day Danielle Smith…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Bif Naked Unfiltered: The Real Life Behind the Rockstar
Behind the tattoos and the anthems, Bif Naked is a storyteller. Her new documentary doesn’t just celebrate a career—it reveals the heart, the hurt…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Why Career Advice Needs a Rethink — Especially for Parents
Most people don't end up doing what they first set out to — so why are we still asking kids what they want to be when they grow up? Candy Ho joins Shane…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Electric Riffs & Dive Bar Anthems: Canada’s Rock Legacy
From Zeppelin to Nickelback, what makes a guitar riff unforgettable—and why do some songs still start the party decades later? Ed Conroy of…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Richard Crouse: The $9M Comic and Booze & Reviews of Hamnet
PART 1: The $9M Comic in the Attic: Superman, Nostalgia & Guinness Gravy An attic surprise turns into a $9 million payday — and that’s just the…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - Seeing Isn’t Believing: How AI Deepfakes Are Breaking Reality
The Deepfake Crisis: Are We Losing Reality? What happens when seeing is no longer believing? Nathan Radke, co-host of The UncoverUp, warns that AI deepfakes…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Who Made This? Who Cares! Trust, AI, and the New Rules of Politics and Content
Part 1 AI Labels, Trust, and the Future of Creative Integrity Should we label AI-generated content—or is it already too late? On this episode of Smart…
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AI Warning Labels: Do We Deserve to Know?
If AI is behind a song, article, or Instagram photo—should that be disclosed? Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Noah Scanga tackle the messy…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: Black Friday, Meet AI: How Retailers Are Outsmarting Shoppers (and Saving Them Money)
What if your favourite deal was never meant for you—but created just for your phone? In this eye-opening conversation, retail expert Bruce Winder…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Seeing Is No Longer Believing: When AI Kills the Magic
That Coca-Cola ad? It was AI. The viral song? Also AI. And now every time something feels magical online, the first reaction isn’t joy—it’s…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - Big Tech’s Internet Takeover: Is the Doom Loop Real?
What if the internet is no longer built for you—but built to trap you? Greg Fish breaks down how social media transformed into a zero-click casino where…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Saving Your Relationship - is it Healthy or Just Familiar?
Not all relationships that feel normal are actually healthy. Dr. Betsy Chung breaks down the difference—and reveals why many people confuse comfort with…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Read This Before You Talk Pipelines
Alberta’s pipeline promise might sound like progress, but Matt Gurney isn’t buying the headlines — not yet. In this episode, Matt explains…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW- How to Stop Pretending It’s Perfect
Behind every polished Instagram post is a woman wondering if she’s doing it right. In Part 1: The Pressure to Be Everything, All the Time, Jen Stewart…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
This Is Your Sign to Slow Down
It wasn’t the show they planned — but it might be the one they needed. After a snowstorm grounded him in the wrong city, Shane Hewitt shares how an…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Santa, a Swinger, and a Stuffie (didn’t walk into a bar)
When was the last time something small hit you big — a scent, a number, a voice — and you just knew it meant something? In this feel-good episode…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: Blind Boxes, Big Money: Are We Just Gambling Now?
You don’t pick the toy — you pick the chance. Blind boxes are exploding in popularity, with people spending $60 on mystery keychains and resellers…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - Handy Andy DIY Winter Survival + Black Friday Tech Picks
Part 1: Winter Isn’t the Problem — Poor Prep Is Handy Andy Baryer breaks down the most common mistakes that send people to the ER after snowfalls…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - Can a Wheelchair Climb Stairs? Toyota’s Wild New Bot Says Yes
Toyota has unveiled a game-changing mobility device—and it walks. Literally. Inspired by mountain goats, the "Walk Me" prototype ditches wheels for legs…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Signs from the Universe - Your Grandpa or Your Dad?
When Bob Addison picked his son up from school, he didn’t expect a classmate to ask, “Is that your grandpa?” But that wasn’t the only…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Why Canada’s Fighter Jet Debate Is a Farce
The F-35 decision is made — so why is Saab still lobbying? Richard Shimooka cuts through the noise and explains why the Swedish Gripen jet can’t…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Devine Intervention: Can the New Vine Survive TikTok?
Six seconds of creativity. No AI. No filters. That’s the pitch behind Devine — a revival of the original Vine concept that once ruled the internet…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
The $16,786 Food Reality & Why Loyalty Isn’t What It Was
To eat well in Canada, a family of four now needs nearly $17,000 a year. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois breaks down new numbers from the Canadian Food Sentiment Index…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Wizard of Oz Politics: MPs Hide, Democracy Dies
When MPs are hiding behind curtains to fake a budget abstention, it’s not strategy — it’s cowardice. Rob Breakenridge joins to dissect how…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Captain Chris Hadfield’s Guide to Limiting Regrets & Finding Joy
Part 1 Earth to Massey Hall: Chris Hadfield’s Night of Wonder From commanding the International Space Station to staging a one‑night‑only performance at…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
$22,000 for a Sunroof? The Hidden Cost of Car “Luxury”
It shattered expectations — and a bank account. Lorraine Sommerfeld returns with a wild case of a $22,250 sunroof replacement that exposes how modern…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Speaker’s Corner, 1998 & The Spirit of Pre-Digital Celebrity Hangouts
1998 was more than just another year — it was a cultural turning point. With memories of the Spice Girls’ MuchMusic takeover, Toronto’s…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Richard Crouse: Bridget Jones statues and Wicked for Good Review
Part 1 | Richard Crouse - Why 4,000 Iconic Interviews Vanished — And What Remains What happens when a generation’s worth of Hollywood interviews…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Smart Speakers: Stranger Things in Ottawa: Conspiracies, Confidence & the Cost of Leadership
Part 1: Behind the Curtain: Oz, Optics & Ottawa’s Political Theatre What do Conservative MPs hiding from a vote and the Wizard of Oz have in common? More…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
The Real MKUltra: Stranger Things’ Dark Inspiration
Stranger Things draws from real experiments darker than the show itself. Dr. Lee Kuhnle of The Uncover Up podcast reveals how 1980s Cold War paranoia birthed…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Trump’s Speech Without Trump: A Wild Read-Aloud Experiment
What happens when you remove Donald Trump’s voice from a Donald Trump speech? Chaos. Comedy. Confusion. Shane and Ryan test this viral trend live on the…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Why Gen Z Is Going Back to Church (But on Their Terms)
A surprising shift is happening: Gen Z, the most digitally connected and culturally skeptical generation, is quietly rediscovering faith. But not in the way…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Stranger Things and the Real Conspiracies Behind It
Stranger Things might be fiction, but the inspiration behind it is anything but. From government mind control programs to interdimensional portals and Cold War…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
If AI Can Do Your Job, Do You Still Matter?
What happens when AI use becomes mandatory at work—and you’re punished for not using it enough? Greg Fish joins Shane Hewitt to break down the…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Amazon Haul vs. Your Local Mall: The Holiday Showdown
Amazon has declared war on dollar stores — and your neighborhood shops may be next. Tony Chapman joins to break down “Amazon Hall,” the…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Uncle Bob vs. Christmas, FIFA, and CAPTCHA Codes
One man. Four pairs of broken dollar-store glasses. Zero FIFA tickets. Bob Addison returns with a festive survival story straight out of suburban Canada…