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 light-hearted takes on goats with personality, construction-site mysteries, and the bizarre tale of a pirate statue…
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 using technology, and why cultural connections remain essential in how kids learn. The conversation…
What happens when we carry old attachments into new relationships? Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco join to unpack the concept of “monkey barring” in dating, the fear of being alone, and how emotional attachments shape our choices. The conversation explores…
With the Canadian government dropping its 2026 EV mandate, what happens next? Andrew Caddell and Jimmy Zoubris join to unpack Mark Carney’s recent speech, the politics behind Canada’s stalled progress, and whether Ottawa should move faster to make good on…
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 when naming their groups. From “Naked Toddler” becoming Creed to “Rainbow Buttmonkeys” rebranding as Finger 11, the…
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 three young women navigating platforms like Roblox and Minecraft—spaces that can be exploited…
Stories, music, and online safety all collide in this wide-ranging episode. Shane shares how a simple birthday gift—a memory app for his parents—sparked a deeper appreciation for family stories and archiving memories. He and Ryan O’Donnell then trade ideas on…
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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 the grind of festival days and the buzz around The Roses, a Benedict Cumberbatch–Olivia…
Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Rob Breakenridge dive into a wide-ranging conversation that blends nostalgia with today’s big issues. They revisit 1995 through personal stories and hockey culture, reflecting on the enduring appeal of NHL third jerseys and colourful matchups…
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 PlayStation, the year marked a seismic shift in how we…
What does an austerity budget really mean for Canadians? Economist Moshe Lander breaks down the government’s proposal, explaining how spending cuts and tax increases aim to reduce deficits while still allowing for long-term investments. The conversation connects federal fiscal policy…
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, to new parental controls for ChatGPT after a tragic case, the discussion bridges…
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 quirky beginnings—from a broken laser pointer to Beanie Baby mania—and how it pioneered consumer-to-consumer e-commerce.…
Shane Hewitt sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, widely known as The Food Professor, to unpack the complexities of Canada’s food and employment landscape. They explore how the agricultural and restaurant industries depend on foreign workers, the political stakes of…
