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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
2001 in Review: Music, Movies, and a Moment in History
2001 was a year that changed everything—from the tragedy of 9/11 to the cultural milestones that still shape our world today. Shane Hewitt and Ryan…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI: The Economics of Pumpkin Spice
Pumpkin spice isn’t just a flavour—it’s a phenomenon. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, aka @‌foodprofessor, joins Shane Hewitt to dig into the…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI From 9/11 to TikTok: The Unravelling of Conspiracies
Why do conspiracy theories take hold—and what do they reveal about us? Shane Hewitt sits down with Nathan Radke, co-host of The Un-Cover Up Podcast, to…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - 9/11 and the Day Radio re-Shaped a Generation
Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy revisit September 11, 2001, reflecting on its profound impact on media, culture, and daily life. They share personal memories of how…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Richard Crouse - David Bowie’s Forgotten Project & Amanda Knox on Stage, Spinal Tap and more
From the quirks of name pronunciation to the unexpected corners of pop culture, Richard Crouse joins Shane Hewitt for a conversation that’s as surprising…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - From Nike to Tim Hortons: How Consumers Take Control
What do Nobel laureates, sneakers, and coffee shops have to do with the future of marketing? Shane Hewitt sits down with Tony Chapman for a wide-ranging…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - The Risks of Letting Algorithms Decide Border Status
What happens when AI decides who gets across the border? Shane Hewitt speaks with AI professor Ebrahim Bagheri about the growing use of algorithms to assign…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
When Violence Goes Viral: Teens and the Charlie Kirk Shooting Video
It’s a grounded start to the show with news about the shooting of American Charlie Kirk. The chat focuses on the impact of the teens who witnessed that…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW Smart Speakers - The Jays Are Hot. Canada’s Economy? Not So Much
Something rare is happening in Toronto—and across Canada: people are getting excited about the Blue Jays again. Shane Hewitt is joined by Lindsay…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI: Memories vs. Money: Rethinking How We Travel
Why are fewer Canadians heading south of the border? Personal finance and travel expert Barry Choi joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the steady decline in Canadian…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Organized Crime, Gift Cards, and the New Retail Reality
Retail may be alive and well—but it’s also under siege. Shane Hewitt talks with retail analyst Bruce Winder about the state of consumer behavior…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Navigating the AI Bubble: Insights and Realities
Is today’s AI boom just another bubble? Shane Hewitt talks with Greg Fish about the rise—and possible fall—of generative AI. They explore…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Essential Guide to Balancing Safety and Surveillance at Home
Smart security cameras are everywhere—but are they worth it? Shane Hewitt and tech analyst Carmi Levy dive into the pros and cons of turning your home…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS The Science of Sound: Exploring Music’s Impact
Why does music move us so deeply? Dr. Samantha Yaminne, known as Science Sam, joins Shane Hewitt to explore the fascinating intersection of neuroscience…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - Tinder Dates, Fake Stores & the Scams Behind Them
Romance scams, shady cafes, and fake online stores—Shane and Ryan dig into the tricks scammers use to separate people from their money. From a Tinder…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - The Bright Future of Canadian Aviation: Porter, WestJet & Air Canada
Canada’s skies are shifting, and travelers are seeing the benefits. Aviation expert John Tory Jr. joins The Night Shift to unpack new investments and…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Alexa, Please Don’t Blast Metal Music at 3AM
It’s Good News Tuesday on The Night Shift—and things kick off with a laugh at Shane’s expense. A false fire alarm in his apartment sparks a…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Good News Tuesday: LEGO, Lost Toys & a 103-Year-Old Tortoise
Good News Tuesday brings laughter, positivity, and a few quirky surprises to The Night Shift. Shane celebrates Canada’s geography and dreams of…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI: Tolerance - Why Public Confidence in Politicians Keeps Fading
Are Canadians running out of patience with their leaders? Shane Hewitt and journalist Matt Gurney unpack the shifting landscape of government tolerance in…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Spotting Scams: How Fraudsters Fool Canadians Every Day
Scams are everywhere—and they’re getting harder to spot. Cyber fraud expert Claudiu Popa joins The Night Shift to unpack how modern scammers…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Protecting Kids from the Hidden Dangers of Gaming
Online games aren’t just games anymore—they’re social spaces where kids can encounter risks adults may not see coming. York…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Kris Abel on Apple’s Big Launch and Cool Vacuum Upgrades
Apple’s newest devices are here, and they’re changing the game. Tech expert Kris Abel joins The Night Shift to break down the iPhone 17…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Silent Divorces: Breakups in the Age of Social Media
Breakups aren’t always messy—and in the age of social media, some couples are choosing to separate quietly, with respect and intention…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - The Ultracrepidarian and the hottest new trend!
From bucket hats to overstuffed arms, Shane Hewitt and Bob Addison (aka Bob’s Bits) find humor in the everyday. They swap stories about carrying too much…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - Why Money & Budgeting Is a Lifelong Project
Money isn’t a finish line—it’s a lifelong project. Financial educator Jessica Moorhouse joins the show to talk about why financial literacy…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Drones, Defense, and the New Arms Trade: Canada’s Place in a Shifting Defense Market
Military sales are being reshaped in real time, with drones and evolving regulations at the center of the story. Defense analyst Richard Shimooka breaks down…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
A Salute to Doggo Owners
Dogs, cars, and the memories that stick with us. Ryan O’Donnell joins Shane for “A Salute to Doggo Owners,” reflecting on the companionship…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Coming Soon and Still a Year Late: Future of Apple Tech
From nostalgic station wagons to the future of Apple tech, Handy Andy Media joins Shane for a wide-ranging conversation. They swap childhood car stories before…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: Barn Parties, Luddite Clubs, and Screen Breaks
What does it take to truly unplug? In the Life of the Millennial, Shane and Ryan O’Donnell swap stories about digital fatigue, the challenge of stepping…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Why TIFF Is More Than Just Movies, It’s Vans and Closets too
TIFF is more than just movies—it’s an experience. Shane Hewitt and Ben Harrison dig into the energy of the Toronto International Film Festival…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Subscriptions, Leasing & What Every Driver Should Know About Used Cars
Car ownership is changing fast—and not always in ways drivers expect. Lorraine Sommerfeld joins the show to dig into subscription-based car features, why…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Join us in the Study. Pancakes, Politics, and Planning for the Future
From media shifts to family responsibilities, Stefan Keyes joins Shane for a conversation that blends personal stories with bigger social questions. They trade…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - Bob’s Bits: When Hockey Gets Real - Defib stories From the Ice
From equipment hiccups to life-or-death moments, this conversation with Robert Addison (aka Bob’s Bits) moves from the funny to the unforgettable. After…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS - From Horror to Broadway: Steve Stebbing’s Movie Picks
Looking for something to watch this weekend? Steve Stebbing brings a mix of horror, Broadway, and comedy picks to the table. From the newest chapter in The…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
The Best Band Names, a Memory App, and Online Dangers Parents Should Know
Stories, music, and online safety all collide in this wide-ranging episode. Shane shares how a simple birthday gift—a memory app for his…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Dangerous Games: Why Parents Should Worry About Kids in Virtual Worlds
The metaverse may look like fun and games, but a new documentary reveals its darker side. Director Ann Shin joins to talk about Dangerous Games, which follows…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: Why Rainbow Buttmonkeys Had to Change—and Other Band Name Tales
What’s in a band name? Eric Alper and Ryan O’Donnell join to dive into the strange, funny, and sometimes career-defining choices musicians make…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Happy Friday Round-Up - EV Mandate is toast causes disagreement on the panel
With the Canadian government dropping its 2026 EV mandate, what happens next? Andrew Caddell and Jimmy Zoubris join to unpack Mark Carney’s recent…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - The Fear of Being Alone—and how do we know if we’re stuck
What happens when we carry old attachments into new relationships? Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco join to unpack the concept of “monkey barring” in…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Inside Copy - Goats, Kebabs, and Pirate Statues: Finding Humor in the Everyday
The world’s longest kebab and ashes hidden in a statue, this episode is packed with humor and unexpected stories. Ryan O’Donnell joins to swap…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
From Skepticism to Personalization: Rethinking Education with AI
How should parents guide their kids through a world where AI is reshaping education? Mohit Rajhans joins to talk about the creative ways children are already…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Richard Crouse on TIFF, Charlie Sheen, and Drinks with Toxic Avengers
Last Call: Shane Hewitt catches up with film critic Richard Crouse for a wide-ranging look at the entertainment world. They talk TIFF highs and lows, including…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI Rob Breakenridge on Hockey Nostalgia, Book Bans, and Canada’s Budget
Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Rob Breakenridge dive into a wide-ranging conversation that blends nostalgia with today’s big issues. They…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
1995 Rewind: Windows 95, Toy Story, and the Sound of Dance Mix 95
Shane Hewitt takes listeners back to 1995 with Ryan O’Donnell and Noah Scanga in a nostalgic Throwback Thursday edition of The Night Shift. Together…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
From Seattle to Ottawa: The NHL’s Jersey Hits and Misses
Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell dig into the world of NHL third jerseys, exploring how they’ve become symbols of nostalgia, branding, and fan…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - From Crown Royal to Canadian Unity: Dr. Sylvain Charlebois on Youth Workers and Politcal Question Marks
Shane Hewitt sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, widely known as The Food Professor, to unpack the complexities of Canada’s food and employment…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - From Beanie Babies to Broken Gadgets: The Wild Origins of eBay
Shane Hewitt and technology expert Carmi Levy take listeners back to 1995, when eBay and PlayStation reshaped how we shop and play. They explore eBay’s…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - What ChatGPT Safety, eBay, and Pixel 10 Pro Mean for You
Collectibles meet cutting-edge tech in this conversation with Kris Abel. From a lenticular Back to the Future Part II cap and the challenges of eBay vs. Etsy…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - Balancing Cuts and Investments: What an Austerity Budget Really Means for Canadians
What does an austerity budget really mean for Canadians? Economist Moshe Lander breaks down the government’s proposal, explaining how spending cuts and…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW- Ed on Throwback Thursday
Step back into 1995 with Shane Hewitt and pop culture archivist Ed Conroy. From the dawn of eBay, Amazon, and Yahoo to the arrival of Windows 95 and the first…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Why Personalization Matters: Tony Chapman on Marketing and Connection
Shane Hewitt sits down with Tony Chapman—marketing thought leader and host of Chatter That Matters—to explore what businesses often miss: customers…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW- AI and Happiness at work - What It Reveals About Canadians
Shane Hewitt speaks with Heather Haslam, VP of Marketing at ADP Canada, about what it really means to be happy at work. Drawing on insights from the ADP Canada…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
AI, Hallucinations, and the Future of Work
Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell dive into the growing role of AI in everyday life—from productivity hacks at work to the playful use of smart tools…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Smart Speakers - Hot Cheetos, Politics, and the Future of Canadian Jobs
Shane Hewitt is joined by Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead for a lively conversation that blends lighthearted stories with serious political analysis…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Dynamic Pricing: Are Fans Being Scammed by Ticketing Giants?
Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell dive into the highs and headaches of live music in an era of dynamic pricing. From the thrill of being in the crowd to…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
SHIFTHEADS: Are We NPCs In A Video Game
Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Greg Fish tackle the troubling ways technology and AI are reshaping how we see each other at work and in society…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shiftheads - Michel Juneau-Katsuya on China, America, and the Secret War of Economics and Espionage
Shane Hewitt speaks with Michel Juneau-Katsuya, former Asia-Pacific chief at the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, about the evolving face of global…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
NEW - Research shows chronic pain is treated differently in women than in men.
Chronic pain affects one in five Canadians, but women often face unique challenges in getting proper care. Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Tania Di Renna about…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Building Canada’s Digital Borders Why Canada Needs Digital Sovereignty Now
Shane Hewitt is joined by technology and cybersecurity expert Ritesh Kotak to explore why Canada must urgently prioritize digital sovereignty. From data…
- Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
ICYMI - Mark Carney’s First 100 Days Expectations vs. Reality and a blank political vision board
Shane Hewitt is joined by journalist Matt Gurney to unpack the early days of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s leadership. They explore the government’s…