Why are Canadians paying more at the grocery store? Shane Hewitt talks with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, known as The Food Professor, about the rising cost of food and the role the carbon tax plays in driving prices higher. They compare Canada’s volatile food inflation to the more stable U.S. market, explore how tariffs shape what…
What does “good customer service” really mean? Shane Hewitt sits down with customer service expert Marc Gordon to unpack the nuances of how businesses succeed—or fail—in meeting customer expectations. They explore how past experiences shape perceptions, why consistency builds trust, and how authenticity matters more than polish. From communication to marketing promises, Marc explains why…
Movies, music, and even TV shows don’t just entertain—they change how we travel. Shane Hewitt talks with film critic Richard Crouse about the influence of pop culture on tourism, from “The Girl from Ipanema” drawing fans to Brazil to “Yellowstone” fueling trips to Montana. Richard also shares stories from his personal memorabilia collection, including a…
Shane rewinds to 1993 for a Throwback Thursday filled with seismic moments in Canadian politics, sports, and technology. Canada’s first female Prime Minister, Kim Campbell, had just taken office before a historic election shifted the political landscape. The Somalia Affair and the Krever Inquiry into tainted blood defined headlines, while the Toronto Blue Jays capped…
Shane tried to take the Nightshift outdoors with a hammock-side broadcast on a gorgeous Ottawa evening. For Throwback Thursday, Ryan joins the conversation as they sift through clues that spark big memories: the Blue Jays in ’91, Saturn in ’92, the cultural phenomenon of The X-Files in ’93, and the blockbuster roar of Jurassic Park…
Taylor Swift’s decision to release her new album on cassette sparks a bigger conversation: why do physical formats still matter in the digital age? Music commentator Eric Alper joins Shane to break down the numbers behind cassette sales, the enduring draw of vinyl, and how collectibles—from posters and bobbleheads to mixtapes—carry meaning beyond music itself.…
When Cracker Barrel updated its logo, the internet noticed—and not in a good way. Shane and Ryan dive into why some redesigns feel like bold refreshes while others look like unfinished drafts. Along the way, they unpack whether logo changes actually move stock prices, and debate what makes a brand identity truly timeless. Ryan points…
What made 1993 such a turning point in culture? Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy from Retro Ontario revisit the year that gave us Snoop Dogg’s first album, the debut of The X-Files, and the inauguration of Bill Clinton. They explore how television, music, and shifting media formats shaped society, while digging into the nostalgia cycle…
Shane Hewitt sits down with Tony Chapman to explore what it takes to reinvent yourself when life shifts direction. From professional athletes facing retirement to anyone navigating career or personal change, Tony shares lessons from his podcast Chatter That Matters and the story of Jason Demers, a former NHL player redefining his next chapter. Together…
Flight attendants aren’t just there to serve drinks—they’re the first line of safety in the sky. Shane Hewitt sits down with “Aussie Jess,” Jessica Valiant, to unpack the realities of life as a flight attendant and why the role is so often misunderstood. From the grueling training process to the challenges of fair compensation, Jess…
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