It’s a mix of chaos, comedy, and creativity as Shane and Ryan swap stories that prove truth really is stranger than fiction. From a Florida family’s questionable parenting adventure to Montreal’s surprising call for squirrel adoptions, the pair bring their…
Before streaming and smartphones, Canadian kids tuned into something magical. Shane Hewitt talks with Ed Conroy about his new book, Imagination: The Golden Age of Toronto Kids TV, a deep dive into five decades of children’s programming that shaped generations.…
Holiday dinners are meant to be savoured, not survived. Nutrition expert Alyssa B joins Shane Hewitt to share practical, science-backed strategies for eating mindfully this Thanksgiving and beyond. From pre-meal planning to portion control and conversation cues, Alyssa explains how…
It’s 1986 all over again. Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell take a nostalgic dive into the pop culture, politics, and unforgettable moments that defined the mid-’80s. From the debut of Phantom of the Opera to the rise of Crocodile Dundee…
One in four Canadians now struggles to afford groceries — and the demand for food banks has never been higher. Shane Hewitt talks with Erin Filey-Wronecki, Chief Development & Partnerships Officer at Food Banks Canada, about the growing challenge of…
When everyone else gathers around the table, Richard Crouse and his wife pack their bags. In this Thanksgiving edition, he joins Shane Hewitt to share why breaking tradition has become their own ritual. The two explore the surprising origins of…
1986 was a year of music, movies, and moments that defined a generation — and Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy are taking listeners straight back there. They revisit the cultural landmarks of the year, from the haunting brilliance of Phantom…
Step back to a year when theater met the mainstream and pop music defined a generation. Shane Hewitt and Eric Alper unpack 1986—a cultural crossroads where Phantom of the Opera and Les Misérables took over stages while artists like Peter…
Energy and politics collide in this wide-ranging conversation between Shane Hewitt and Rob Breakenridge. Together they unpack the tangled web of pipeline projects, exploring how Alberta, British Columbia, and the federal government navigate influence and interest. The discussion expands into…
Turkey, tradition, and tough choices — Shane Hewitt sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois to unpack the economics of Thanksgiving dinner in a year when food prices keep climbing. They share practical advice on timing your grocery runs, stretching a…
Innovation is moving from the palm of the hand to the bridge of the nose. In this conversation, Shane Hewitt and tech expert Carmi Levy unpack the growing world of smart glasses—devices that promise to change how people see, share,…
Live theatre isn’t just entertainment—it’s emotion, nostalgia, and shared experience. In this Throwback Thursday segment, Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell revisit their favorite live shows, with a spotlight on Phantom of the Opera. Shane shares the story of a high…
AI can write, plan, and predict — but can it think? Shane Hewitt and Greg Fish dig into the growing problem of misplaced trust in large language models, revealing how tools designed to help can also confidently mislead. From AI-generated…
Why do we cling to rituals that make no logical sense — and why do they feel so powerful? Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell explore the strange space where superstition meets conspiracy, using baseball as the perfect playing field. From…
Conspiracy theories often walk a blurry line between truth, fear, and misunderstanding — but what happens when they reveal something real? Shane Hewitt and Dr. Lee Kuhnle unpack the psychology and history behind conspiratorial thinking, exploring why skepticism is both…
