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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
In this edition of Smart Speakers, featuring Lindsay Broadhead, we dig into some hot topics making waves across Canada. Is it a problem that Energy Minister Tim Hodgson holds dual Canada-U.S. citizenship? What do Canadians think about Hudson’s Bay rebranding…
Special guest Craig Baird from the Canadian History Ehx podcast as they explore the fascinating history of Canada’s Prince Rupert, the vast territory known as Rupert’s Land, and the story of the first governor of the Hudson’s Bay Company. Dive…
On this uplifting episode of Good News Tuesday, the team shares some heartwarming good news stories. Tony takes us on a journey through France and Italy, Noah cooks up special tarts with his 90-year-old aunty, and Ryan shares his excitement…
Shane Hewitt and Matt Gurney delve into the complexities of labor strikes, focusing on the current situation with Air Canada’s flight attendants. Explore the nuances of union negotiations, public perception, and the broader implications for the airline industry. Discover why…
Ian Lee, Professor at Carleton University’s Sprott School of Business, explains why Bick’s—Canada’s favourite pickle—is becoming harder to find on Canadian shelves. Despite being made with Canadian cucumbers and lids, the pickles are packaged in the USA—meaning new tariffs now…
Shane and Uncle Bob dive into the delightful oddities of everyday life. From the art of managing (too cheap!) summer heat without air conditioning to the surprising science behind washing socks and underwear, this episode is packed with humor and…
Shane takes us through Canada’s history with forest fires, setting the stage for an in-depth discussion with Dr. Farhan Asrar, an expert in disaster and emergency management. Dr. Asrar breaks down why this summer ranks as Canada’s second-worst forest fire…
Why are Canadian troops getting raises, and why do so many join—and leave—the military? Join Shane Hewitt and Richard Shimooka from the Macdonald-Laurier Institute as they break down the latest news on military pay raises and the real reasons behind…
Dr. Samantha Yammine, aka ScienceSam joins The Nightshift to explore a bizarre but brilliant study on sleep and pregnancy in cockroaches—yes, really. From live births to sleep-deprived bugs, this conversation draws surprising parallels to human biology and reveals how even…
Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell as they kick off the show with a fun chat about surviving the summer heat—and Ryan’s quest to find the perfect 18-degree day. But the surprises don’t stop there! Discover the bizarre truth about shipping…
