What language would you love to learn? Shane Hewitt welcomes Ryan O’Donnell, Noah Scanga, and Tony Tedesco for a lighthearted conversation about the challenges—and fun—of picking up new languages. From Noah’s interest in learning computer code, to Ryan’s goal of…
Shane Hewitt talks with Dino Ambrosi of Project Reboot about the real costs of screen time on youth and families. From social media addiction to the normalization of endless scrolling, Dino shares why kids often feel trapped in their habits…
Shane Hewitt is joined by Lindsay Broadhead and Jamie Ellerton for a wide-ranging conversation that blends politics, personal gripes, and tech news. Jamie returns from his summer off with a good news story before the panel dives into full “Karen…
It’s a lighter night on Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift as the team swaps personal stories and good news. Noah shares the painful lessons learned from eating too many yummy cookies, Shane looks back on a hard lemonade mishap, and…
Shane Hewitt talks with Patrick Sojka from Canada’s Premier Credit Card, Points and Miles Resource | Rewards Canada about the rising threat of scams targeting loyalty programs. From stolen e-vouchers to full account takeovers, fraudsters are finding new ways to…
Shane Hewitt talks with Matt Gurney about the shifting landscape of Canadian politics and the outsized role social media plays in shaping public discourse. They explore how engagement often turns into noise—validation over substance—and why politics has become just another…
On Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift, Ryan O’Donnell goes full Karen after discovering Starbucks has cancelled the vanilla bean scone. Shocked and joking about asking for the manager, Ryan inspires Shane to take it a step further—drafting a letter to…
Join Shane Hewitt and Robert Howard Addison as they celebrate the 88th birthday of Robert’s mother and explore the profound journey of aging. From family legacies to the urgency of fulfilling travel dreams, this episode offers a candid look at…
Shane Hewitt talks with Brent Franson, founder and CEO of Death Clock, the AI-powered app that estimates life expectancy and helps users reclaim time through healthier living. They explore the philosophy behind knowing your mortality, why awareness of time left…
In this conversation, Shane Hewitt speaks with Kelly Lauzon, an adjunct professor at Carleton University, about wrongful convictions in Canada. They discuss specific cases, including that of Jamie Nelson, who was wrongfully convicted of a crime that never occurred. The…
Former NDP MP Bonita Zarillo joins Shane Hewitt to revisit the moment she pressed Air Canada’s CEO about labour unrest—months before a strike loomed. She explains why flight attendants’ working conditions and pay matter not only to employees but to…
Shane Hewitt and Handy Andy Baryer dig into home repairs, music nostalgia, and the future of travel. From the right way to use wall anchors to the history of the compact disc, they share practical DIY know-how and reflect on…
Shane Hewitt speaks with air passenger rights advocate Gábor Lukács about the online backlash surrounding Air Canada flight attendants. They explore what these disputes reveal about working conditions in the airline industry, how labour unrest affects passengers, and why fair…
Shane Hewitt and political scientist Duane Bratt break down the Calgary by-election and what it reveals about the future of Canadian politics. With Pierre Poilievre expected to cruise to victory, the discussion turns to the longest ballot committee, voter confusion,…
Shane Hewitt speaks with retail analyst Bruce Winder about the changing face of back-to-school shopping in Canada. From tighter family budgets and second-hand options to the rise of online retailers and shifting big-box store strategies, they explore how inflation and…
