It’s time for some hard talk about Indigenous Affairs in Canada. Let’s not check the “I bought an orange donut” box, and instead start the conversation. Truth and Reconciliation Day is an opportunity to re-write history. Will we waste it? Or take full advantage of this chance of a lifetime to create a future that…
Pictures for words, under estimated dedication and fascination with re-birth… I’ve learned more in this discussion with Dr Bob about Egypt than I ever have in school or any other learning in my life. Very cool. Link Instagram Linkedin listen to the conversation
What is sleep? We all do it, but do we really know what sleep is? Our brains are so remarkable and we so often take it for granted that we’re helping our brains be the best they can be. Link listen to the conversation
I randomly slid into Big Ron Jones’ DMs… that’s how this happened. A total stranger, asking for his time. After seeing some of Ron’s Instagram posts and feeling like his work connected to me, I said “I just want to meet this guy”. And thanks to his generosity, I did. I learned that we can’t…
Author S Bear Bergman joins Shane Hewitt and helps us understand the language behind gender pronouns and the impact of using them. This kind and curious conversation explores the work around gender pronouns and the impact on others. Acceptance, understanding and respect are the key topics we discussed. LINKS: https://www.sbearbergman.com/ SEARCH S BEAR BERGMAN…
More new music on the Shift! Canadian dance group ‘Boogie Hill Faders’ have secured their first international record deal! Did we mention Shane Hewitt grew up with them? Learn more about the group, the music, and the grooves on The Shift. LINKS: https://www.boogiehillfaders.com/ SEARCH NEW MUSIC INTERVIEWS: https://shanehewitt.ca/?s=new+music
Hassan Al Kontar joins Shane Hewitt and the Shift to share his incredible story. He spent 7 years trapped in an airport after escaping the Syrian civil war. Canada came to his rescue and he is now sharing his story. My takeaway from this conversation is truly a new found sense of gratitude to be…
Not That Funny is a new game from Actor and Activist Jesse Lipscombe. He the Shift to tell us about his new card game “Not That Funny” that is designed to show damaging truths behind everyday jokes directed at marginalized groups. Shane Hewitt and Jesse Lipscombe also dig into specific situations where the game can…
One of my favorite people to talk to, is Gurdeep Pandher. When we chat, I truly am left with joy. Gurdeep had the idea that we share some insight behind Sikh Heritage Month in Canada. This kind gentleman takes us on a tour through the history of his faith, and how it’s important to share…
UK Band – Blondes, goes viral on TikTok, and becomes an accidental sensation around the world. Blondes joined Shane Hewitt on their first International Radio Interview to share their story, talk about making music during the Covid-19 Pandemic, and they share the journey of going from playing shows with a few pub friends, to being…