Shane Hewitt catches up with film critic and pop culture commentator Richard Crouse for a fast-paced tour through movies, music, and the stranger corners of the news. They preview the Toronto Film Festival, weigh the buzz around a possible Johnny Depp “Pirates” comeback, and unpack the trend of celebrities eyeing a European escape—like Jimmy Kimmel’s…
Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy from RetrOntario.com rewind to 1998, blending pop culture, world events, and personal memories into a nostalgic snapshot of the year. Ed recalls his summer in England, pulling pints in pubs and witnessing the heartbreak of Euro 98’s soccer loss. Shane shares his cross-Canada move, with Titanic dominating theaters and conversations…
When death is your day job, what does it teach you about living? Melissa Schmitz—better known online as the Funeral Babe—joins Shane for a revealing and deeply human conversation about life, loss, and the strange wisdom that comes from being a funeral director. She opens up about the emotional demands of her work, the unexpected…
What if the secret to staying young isn’t in a bottle—but in your mindset? @tonychapman joins Shane to unpack the booming anti-aging industry, the shifting mindset of boomers, and why staying relevant isn’t just about your age—it’s about how you think, move, and engage with the world. From generational values to the latest in consumer…
What really makes you feel alive? Ryan O’Donnell and Noah Scanga join Shane for a free-flowing conversation about the sparks that make life worth living—from late-night card games of Magic: The Gathering to the rush of live music. Ryan talks about friendship and connection, Noah opens up about the chaos of creativity and finding clarity…
What was that strange light in the Southern Ontario night sky?Professor Elaina Hyde, astrophysicist at York University, joins Shane to explain the mystery behind a recent rocket launch sighting—and takes us far beyond it. They explore the astonishing 13,000+ satellites now orbiting Earth, the risks posed by space debris, and how the European Space Agency’s…
Could the internet run without us clicking a thing?Greg Fish, author of the Cyberpunk Survival Guide, joins Shane to unpack his latest story on the rise of the “zero-click” internet—where algorithms, AI, and automated systems interact with each other more than with humans. They explore what this means for how we consume information, the hidden…
Why is Canada letting one of its biggest exports take the hit?@robbreakenridge joins Shane to dig into China’s tariffs on Canadian canola, the billions at stake for farmers, and why Ottawa seems unwilling to fight back. They contrast the thriving canola trade with Canada’s export-free (consumer car) EV industry, asking whether we’re protecting the wrong…
Is Air Canada about to dodge a major strike?Aviation expert Robert Kokonis joins Shane to break down the tense negotiations between Air Canada and its flight attendants. With a strike deadline looming this weekend, new offers on the table look promising—and Kokonis explains why he believes a deal will be reached in time. They explore…
From medical miracles to movie musicals, Kris Abel is back with another tech-and-culture roundup. He and Shane dive into a breakthrough in precision medicine where tiny soft robots can navigate directly to kidney stones, a Canadian-made marvel called The Smith Blade—a 21-in-1 titanium multi-tool from Hacksmith Industries—and the unexpected arrival of K-Pop Demon Hunters, a…
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