Media strategist and author Mohit Rajhans joins Shane Hewitt on The Nightshift to explore how the digital transformation has permanently blurred workday boundaries, emphasizing that productivity in 2025 demands new strategies for managing after-hours demands and asynchronous collaboration. Drawing from his book Reskilling for the Future of Work, Rajhans—founder of ThinkStart.ca . and a leading…
On this episode of Shane Hewitt & The Nightshift, the mic is graced by none other than the original disruptor of Canadian media—George Stroumboulopoulos. @Strombo, with his signature blend of insight and intensity, Strombo dives deep into what it means to truly live. From his reflections on community and childhood to his unshakable belief in…
This week on What the Heck Are You Watching, Steve Stebbing joins Shane Hewitt to break down a thrilling lineup of new releases. In theatres, 28 Years Later revisits the rage virus saga as a survivor ventures from a secluded island into a terrifyingly evolved mainland. Elio offers a heartwarming cosmic journey where a young…
Shane Hewitt is joined by The Food Professor, Dr. Sylvain Charlebois — Canada’s leading food policy expert from Dalhousie University — to dig into why fresh summer produce should mean fair prices, and why sometimes… it doesn’t. They unpack how seasonal fruits like strawberries signal the start of summer, how sneaky pricing tricks erode…
This week on Last Call with Richard Crouse joins Shane Hewitt to dive into a wave of retro revival and pop culture oddities, from Paul Williams bringing Phantom of the Paradise to the stage, to the Beatles’ kids forming a band—minus Dhani Harrison. They also marvel at the shockingly clunky original Star Wars print and…
Trailblazing aviator Cathy Press joins Shane Hewitt to share her incredible journey from flying solo at 16 to becoming Canada’s only dual Transport Canada Pilot Examiner — and the first woman in the country certified to instruct under EASA. She and Shane explore the evolution of Chinook Helicopters under her leadership, her impact on aviation…
Shane Hewitt chats with Ed Conroy, founder of RetrOntario.com and expert in Canadian pop culture nostalgia, to relive the defining moments of 2002 — from MuchMusic mania and cringey fashion trends to political shifts and tech growing pains. Together, they explore how that year shaped Canadian identity in everything from TV and music to how…
Pat Ferns and Shane Hewitt dive into In The Big Picture, exploring Ferns’ journey from early Canadian TV shoots to defining moments in independent Canadian production — from gritty docudramas to the rise of regional storytelling. They reflect on how Ferns’ personal experiences shaped the industry, highlighting key turning points and behind‑the‑scenes lessons shared in…
Tech expert Kris Abel joins the Nightshift to explore cutting-edge innovations—from AI systems that block smartphone distractions in fleet vehicles, to a robot tattooist capable of replicating legendary ink artists, and Apple’s new F1 movie that makes your iPhone vibrate like a race car. It’s a wild ride through the future of safety, art, and…
Pete Bombaci, founder of the GenWell Project, joins Shane Hewitt to discuss a troubling StatCan report showing that working-age Canadians are spending significantly less time with friends. Drawing on his expertise in social connection, Bombaci explores the mental health impacts of this trend and offers practical ways to rebuild meaningful relationships in a disconnected world.…
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