Nostalgia for Wintario: A Look Back at 1975

In 1975, Ontario introduced Wintario, and it quickly became more than a lottery — it was a cultural event. Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy revisit the excitement of live draws, the beloved hosts, and the way Wintario shows turned into community celebrations. They explore how lottery funds supported hospitals, arenas, and other local infrastructure, leaving…

NEW – AI, Algorithms, and the Fight for Human Connection

In a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, what happens to human connection? Shane Hewitt and Tony Chapman unpack how technology is reshaping everyday interactions, from drive-throughs to digital marketing. They explore the tension between convenience and authentic connection, and how algorithms have shifted social media from community to curated catalogs. The conversation highlights the…

ICYMI: Has Social Media Lost Its Social Purpose?

Social media has changed — and most users feel it. In this conversation, Shane Hewitt and Greg Fish unpack how platforms have shifted from fostering community to optimizing consumption. From endless algorithms to app fatigue, the discussion reveals how social media now serves the platforms more than the people. They explore why meaningful alternatives haven’t…