Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift Podcast
Real conversations. Authentic voices. Fresh perspectives every day.
Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift is Canada’s conversation — a space for stories that matter and ideas that spark connection. With insight, humour, and a genuine curiosity about people, Shane explores everything from politics and technology to culture, community, and the quirks of everyday life. Every episode is guided by authentic voices and honest dialogue, creating a show that feels less like radio and more like a conversation you’re part of.
NEW: AI Will Answer Anything. Nobody Is Teaching You What to Ask
The middleman is gone. The manager who mentored the new hire, the salesperson with the Rolodex, the person who connected…
ICYMI – Trump Keeps Losing in Court. The Forced Labour Tariff Is the Workaround
Trump has faced legal setbacks on tariffs. Forced labour as a justification for new trade measures has never appeared before…
Most Jobs Are Filled Before They’re Posted. Here’s What to Do About It
AI can draft a resume. It can help translate one career into the language of another. What it cannot do,…
SHIFTHEADS: Five Movies and Shows Worth Your Weekend. One Not Worth It
Six things are competing for your weekend. Three in theatres. Three on streaming. Steve Stebbing has seen all of them…
NEW – Your Relationship Expectations Aren’t Yours. Here’s Where They Came From
Social media does not show relationship conflicts, insecurity, ordinary bodies, or real intimacy. It shows curated vacations, idealized bodies, and…
ICYMI – Your Kid Thinks They’re Informed. They Watched Three Clips
The clip economy is not just about shorter videos. It is about a generation forming opinions, making arguments, and consuming…
Canada’s AI Strategy Arrived Late and Skipped the Governance Part
Canada’s national AI strategy is optimistic, overdue, and built on a premise Vass Bednar says is materially incorrect: that low…
One Dollar Off: Canada’s Most Famous Price Is Right Moment
The Price is Right changed hosts in 2007 for the first time in over thirty years, and a man from…
Dairy exports under fire as U.S. accuses Canada of cheating
Food policy expert Sylvain Charlebois joins Shane Hewitt to discuss U.S. accusations that Canada is exploiting a loophole to export…
NEW – Protein Is Everywhere. Most of It Is Noise
Protein added to chips. Protein added to milk that already has protein. A Costco chocolate milk that flies off the…
SHIFTHEADS: The Chinese-Owned Plant Making Canada’s Baby Formula and a Secret Export Operation
Canadian baby formula prices are up 70% in five years. There are still shortages. And the only plant producing baby…
NEW – Canada in 2007: The Year the World Changed and Nobody Noticed
In 2007, Stephen Harper was leading a conservative minority government, George W. Bush was in his second term, and Afghanistan…
ICYMI – Alberta’s Separation Bill Starts at $170 Billion
Alberta’s Premier put a number on separation this week: $170 billion in federal debt as Alberta’s opening share, before accounting…
ICYMI – The Price is Right: Cliffhangers Has a Secret and Loyal Viewers Already Know It
The Price is Right is the definition of game show in most people’s heads, and according to BuzzerBlog’s Cory Anotado,…
NEW – Bob Dylan Is 85 and Back on the Road. So Is Everyone Else
Bob Dylan is 85 and just announced more tour dates. The Beach Boys are out with Mike Love at 85.…
Before Memes Had a Name, There Was a Cat
Internet memes turned 2007 into year zero — and the evidence starts with a cat, a cheeseburger, and intentionally terrible…
Hollywood Spent Billions. Gen Z Picked the $750,000 Movie
Canadian films are landing at the box office, and the question nobody expected to be asking is whether this country…
Your Feed Thinks You Need Fixing
The optimization industry needs one thing before it can sell you anything: your belief that you are not enough. Tony…
NEW – Zellers Is Back and Canada Might Be in a Recession. Coincidence?
Canada economy recession talk is landing at the same moment a beloved discount chain is rising from the ashes of…
SHIFTHEADS: Three Stores, No Diner, and a Lot of Competition. Can Zellers Pull It Off?
Zellers relaunch Canada has two new Ontario locations and a plan to go national slowly. Bruce Winder has questions about…
NEW – Why Gas Prices Make No Sense Right Now (And When They Will)
Oil inventories are at historic lows. Demand is strong. The price keeps dropping. Dan McTeague says the futures market is…
Shiftheads – Skinwalker Ranch Has Cameras Everywhere and Still Nothing Conclusive
Skinwalker Ranch is one of the most surveilled properties on earth. Dr. Lee Kuhnle wants to know why the footage…
ICYMI – Black Holes: Like Eighty-Eight Billion Suns in One Place. We’re Gonna Need Sunscreen
Black hole TON 618 looks beautiful in the viral image. Greg Fish wants to talk about what it would actually…
NEW – The Optimization Trap Nobody Wants to Admit They’re In
Optimization culture sold itself as a tool. Tony Chapman says it became a weapon, and the target is your sense…
When familiar places start to disappear
CTV Ottawa’s Stefan Keyes joins Shane Hewitt to reflect on nostalgia, memory and the demolition of Ottawa’s historic Westgate Shopping…
Good News Tuesday – The Tickle Trunk Was Doing More Than You Knew
Children laughter and play turn out to be building something permanent. The Saturday morning forts, the trunk full of random…
NEW – The Simplest Thing You Can Do to Help Your Kid Learn Better
Six-year-olds who could not tell time. A baseline test confirming it. Then two sessions with performance visual artists teaching through…
How laughter helps kids learn
Jacqueline Harding tells Shane Hewitt that classrooms built on joy, creativity, and laughter are more effective than fear-based teaching models.…
SHIFTHEADS: West End Ottawa Born and Raised. What’s On Your Mind Stefan Keyes?
Ottawa nostalgia and urban development collide when the place that held your childhood firsts starts coming down by machine. Stefan…
Good News Tuesday: She Fixed Bikes for 14 Years and Gave Every One Away
Good news Tuesday Canada brings Krista Richard out of Moncton, New Brunswick, where her Bikes and Trikes for Everyone program…
NEW – New Fiction Book: The Peacekeeper Who Couldn’t Keep His Own Peace
A Canadian peacekeeper deploys to Croatia in 1993 to separate armies that want nothing to do with peace. He comes…
Someone 3D Printed a Horse and It Might Be the Best Tech Story of the Year
Three robots walked into the show tonight – all of them fun. One is in a university cafeteria doing something…
ICYMI – Canada’s Been in a Recession for a Decade. Immigration Hid It.
Canada is technically in a recession and the prime minister won’t say the word. Matt Gurney thinks the more important…
NEW – Fifty Bucks for a Canada Day Flag. The Pole Is From China.
Bob Addison went back to read the label on a six-foot Canada Day flag at Costco. Made in Canada, imported…
NEW: The Fake Jersey Debate Nobody Wants to Have Honestly
Counterfeit sports jerseys are everywhere, and the reasons people buy them are more complicated than the law makes room for.…
FIFA’s grip on Toronto: money, roads and jerseys
Mark Mendleson argues FIFA effectively takes control of host cities, dictating everything from road closures to branding, all in pursuit…
SHIFTHEADS – The Gardening Trend Where Doing Nothing Is the Strategy
From wildflower yards to self-cleaning robot vacuums, this week’s DIY conversation goes places you won’t expect. The neighbours want a…
ICYMI: Stress Doesn’t Just Make You Forget. It Changes How You Remember.
A new study on stress and memory just landed — and it reframes what’s actually happening in your brain when…
NEW – The Debate Canada Needs to Have and Keeps Not Having
A technical recession, a denied emergency debate, and a prime minister who promised less red tape. The Monday panel takes…
Shiftheads – Three and a Half Million in Fake Jerseys. But Who Really is Getting Ripped Off?
Toronto Police just pulled three and a half million dollars worth of counterfeit jerseys out of a west-end warehouse, and…
ICYMI – Dating: When Agreeing to Disagree Stops Working
Swiping past someone because their profile opens with a political slogan is now a dating strategy — and it might…
NEW – Condom Prices Are Up. Youth Testing Rates Are Down. Here Is What That Means.
Before the price increase, young Canadians were already skipping condoms. Now the math gets harder. Let’s Stop AIDS surveys young…
The Thrift Store Summer Nobody Planned but Everyone Needed
Thrift store summer is not a trend. It is a rational response to the cost of everything right now. Eighty-three…
NEW: Claude Lemieux, the Playoffs, and the Canada That Can’t Pick a Lane
Claude Lemieux death hit Quebec like a loss in the family. Because for francophones across the province, that is exactly…
ICYMI: No Wheels, No Brakes, No Problem: Friday’s Wildest Stories
Friday night news that earns its place at the table: a truck driver hauled a trailer from Embrun to Ottawa…
UFO over Lake Huron?
Nathan Radke says widely shared footage of a so-called UFO shot down over Lake Huron in 2023 likely shows a…
3 Movies and 3 Streaming Shows Worth Your Weekend
What to watch this weekend starts with a nineteen-year-old YouTuber who turned an internet horror phenomenon into a feature film…
NEW – Love Is Not a Feeling. It Is What You Do Every Day
Love as a verb is not a metaphor. According to Dr. Laurie Betito, it is the only definition that actually…
ICYMI Canada: Building AI Ambition or Better Press Releases?
Canada AI policy has a tell. The country boasts about what it is going to do. It does not yet…
NEW – The Skill AI Is Quietly Taking From Your Kids
Critical thinking is not a soft skill. It is the skill. And right now, something is eroding it in a…
NEW – Trailer Park Boys Started Hard. It Became a Canadian Institution. Throwback Thursday Is 2001
Canadian comedy shows anchor Throwback Thursday 2001, and the hosts want to know which ones belong on the list. Trailer…
NEW: The Pizza Pops Are Cooked. The Microwave Left the E. Coli Alive
Food safety is the subject and it starts with pizza pops. Two outbreaks in three years: one E. coli, one…
Canada Has a Chicken Quota. It Has Missed It 12 Times Out of 14. Prices Are Up 30 Percent
Chicken prices in Canada are about to get worse. Sylvain Charlebois visited a processing plant today and had lunch with…
Throwback Thursday: Trailer Park Boys, Drake and Political Things Happening this Week with Echos of 2001
Throwback Thursday 2001 and the best Canadian comedy shows debate is louder than it sounds. Corner Gas has a case.…
ICYMI: Carney Said Canada Doesn’t Need America. Then He Flew to New York to Sell Canada to America
Alberta separatism is the subject and the Premiers’ Conference in Manitoba just gave it a flashpoint. Danielle Smith and Wab…
Nobody Predicted the Habs To Go This Far. Victor Findlay Explains How They Got Here
Montreal Canadiens playoffs took an unexpected turn before anyone predicted them happening at all. Victor Findlay has called every game…
NEW – Trailer Park Boys: Randy Gets Recognized in Airports. Pat Roach Is a Lot Harder to Pick Out of a Crowd
Trailer Park Boys reaches 182 countries on Netflix. Randy’s Cheeseburger Picnic Comedy Tour reaches 14 cities across Ontario and Quebec…
SHIFTHEADS: Canadian Comedy Built Two Traditions Since 1970. Trailer Park Boys Was the End of One of Them
Canadian comedy history runs deeper than most people realise. Ed Conroy has a working theory about two parallel traditions running…
Richard Crouse: The Movies Are Back. James Bond Might Be Heading the Wrong Direction
Entertainment news covers a boffo return to movie theatres, the first James Bond video game in over a decade, and…
NEW – She Got Sent the Wrong Jeans. The Store Agreed. She Sued for $330 Anyway
Online shopping returns take a strange turn in tonight’s opener. A woman ordered five-hundred-dollar jeans from Holt Renfrew. The store…
The Return Policy Is Fine. The Part Where Nobody Listens Is the Problem
Online shopping returns open the conversation and land somewhere unexpected. The Holt Renfrew jeans story, five hundred dollars, wrong pair…
NEW – He Thought He Was Too Old to Start a Band in 1980. New It’s BeenForty-Six Years and 3,000 Shows Later
Punk rock and its community are the subject, and the perspective comes from someone who has been in it for…
SHIFTHEADS: The AI That Was Going to Save You Money Just Got More Expensive
AI subscription costs are changing and not in the direction anyone hoped. The pay-by-workload model is replacing the all-you-can-eat subscription,…
An Orange Orb That Split in Two and Outran a Fighter Jet: A 2025 Intelligence Report
UFO orbs are the subject and the newly released US government files go back further than most people realize. The…
ICYMI: Silicon Valley Is Building a God-Level AI. Its Backup Plan Is Genetically Engineered Children
Artificial general intelligence is what AI companies say they are building. Engineered super children are Silicon Valley’s plan for when…
NEW – Canada Is Buying a Surveillance Plane. It May Not Plug Into the System It Needs to Use
Canada military procurement made a move this week. Canada is looking to buy a surveillance plane built on a Bombardier…
NEW – Heavy Metal Has a Reputation for Danger. The Mosh Pit Has Different Rules.
Heavy metal community is the subject and the argument is simple. The music sounds aggressive. The culture is not. Ryan…
Good News Tuesday: A Thousand People Showed Up for a Six-Year-Old Who Could Not Have a Birthday Party
Good News Tuesday lands on one story that earns the name more than most. A six-year-old named Levi has leukemia…
SHIFTHEADS:What’s On Your Mind: Jerry Agar Edition – Running Out of Time to Delay the Things You Actually Want
Parenting adult kids is the subject and it starts with a phone call. Your daughter says she might come visit.…
The Schoolyard Has More Asphalt. The Kids Have More Anxiety.
Kids recess in Canada has no legal protection. No legislation. Some schools have it. Some do not. A researcher who…
ICYMI: Nobody Told These Kids Metal Wasn’t for Them. Now They’re Obsessed.
Kids metal music has a home and it is called Howdytoons. Mike Whitla started writing heavy songs about dinosaurs for…
Coming Soon: You Can Hire Digital Ozzy for Your Commercial. He Will Do Whatever You Want.
Tech news this week includes a digital Ozzy Osbourne available for commercial licensing, a Ferrari that looks like an Apple…
Canada Is Fixing Its Cities for the World Cup. Not for the People Who Live There.
Canada right track is the question one year out from the election. Matt Gurney’s assessment is that we are more…
Dad Stuff: The Expensive Bass Clarinet His Son Picked is Now Awesome Somehow
Kids learning music rarely goes the way anyone plans. Bob Addison’s son had never touched an instrument until September. It…
NEW – Canada Funded the Research. Someone Else Owns the Patent.
Canadian innovation has a cost problem almost nobody talks about. Not the cost of building things, but the cost of…
Jerry Agar on delayed gratification
Jerry Agar reflects on purchasing a brand-new motorcycle and the idea of delayed gratification later in life. Speaking with host…
NEW – The Sears Catalog Told You What to Buy. Social Media Tells You Who to Be.
The Sears catalog is having a moment online and it opened up something bigger. The difference between what shopping used…
ICYMI: Andy Baryer: AI Toys Are Designed for Kids. They Are Not Safe for Kids.
DIY and tech tips cover a lot of ground this week, from what to do with grass clippings to what…
SHIFTHEADS: A Post About Sears Went Viral. It Really Hits Home.
Sears nostalgia hit the internet this week and the hosts are not entirely buying the story being told. A viral…
NEW – Eleven Billion Dollars Into Saskatchewan’s Fields. Nobody Cut a Ribbon.
Canadian farming costs don’t come with press releases or ribbon cuttings. Saskatchewan alone puts eleven billion dollars into the ground…
Divorce Solution: Work on Yourself Before the Breakup, not After
Divorce starts this conversation and doesn’t let go. A viral post about resting on a Saturday for the first time…
Your Separation Agreement Is Fair. That Doesn’t Mean You Can Afford It.
Divorce finances start with a separation agreement and end somewhere much more expensive. The legal framework splits assets fairly. Fair…
Mental Health Is Costing Canada $180 Billion a Year. That’s the Low Estimate.
Mental health in Canada carries a price tag most people have never heard. $180 billion every year, and the lead…
Canada Has an Automotive Workforce. It Does Not Have an Automotive Industry.
Canada’s automotive industry has been in decline for twenty-five years, and the first argument in this conversation is that the…
Airport security warning: Who’s accessing your bags?
W5’s Avery Haines joins Shane Hewitt to detail troubling findings about security screening failures at Toronto’s Pearson Airport. Connect with…
Why AI needs humans
Mohit Rajhans joins Shane Hewitt to explain why AI isn’t a “set it and forget it” solution and why humans…
NEW – Things Only Canadians Say: Yeah, No. It Means No… yeah?
Canadian expressions are invisible until someone from outside names them. With F1 weekend pulling visitors into Montreal from around the…
ICYMI: What Does Quebec Know About Separation That Alberta Doesn’t?
Alberta’s separation talk is getting louder, and a man who organized Quebec’s 1980 referendum is watching closely. Andrew Caddell has…
SHIFTHEADS: Inside Copy – The Cybertruck That Got a Boating Ticket
Three weird news stories make up this episode, and each one gets worse the more you think about it. A…
Steve Stebbing on Why Star Wars Stopped Being a Cultural Event
What to watch this weekend covers six picks and a real argument: whether audiences have been permanently conditioned out of…
NEW – AI and Humans in the Loop: Who’s Actually Watching?
Humans in the loop only works as a safeguard if the humans know they are in one. Right now, across…
SCAMS: The Message Came From Apple. Apple Didn’t Send It
iCloud phishing scams are targeting Canadians with messages so convincing they fooled a cybersecurity analyst’s own mother. The pitch is…
The Inside Job: Organized Crime, Airport Workers, and Your Luggage
Canada has an airport drug smuggling problem, and it starts with the people loading your bags. Avery Haines found that…
Pac-Man Was Not 1983. Mario Was. A Trivia Game Goes Sideways
1983 brought Mario, the chicken nugget, and the Swatch Watch. A trivia game on air reveals all of them and…
Is AI blocking you from getting a job interview?
As job seekers report applying for hundreds of roles without a response, experts examine whether artificial intelligence is filtering candidates…
ICYMI: How to Know if a Watch Is Worth the Money, With the Horological Society of Canada
Swatch watch saved the Swiss watch industry in 1983. Forty-plus years later, a Swatch collaboration just made an Audemars Piguet…
Hidden food costs at the grocery store
Food policy expert Sylvain Charlebois explains how extended producer responsibility fees are adding hidden costs to grocery prices. He speaks…
SHIFTHEADS: Ontario Charged Food Manufacturers a Billion Dollars. You Are Paying for It
Food inflation in Canada has a hidden driver nobody is talking about. Ontario just charged food manufacturers a billion dollars…
Can you pass this 1983 throwback quiz?
A ‘Throwback Thursday’ quiz revisits 1983, testing knowledge of the era’s biggest toy craze and most questionable fashion trends. Shane…
People Lined Up at 5am for a $560 Swatch That Is Not Limited
Swatch watch was born in 1983. In 2026, people are lining up at 5am at malls across Canada to buy…
The Alberta Separation Question Is No Longer Hypothetical
Alberta separation is no longer just a whisper. A court-blocked petition, a rushed committee meeting, and a premier’s televised address…
NEW – Gambling on Wars: What Is Polymarket and Why Is a US Soldier Being Prosecuted Over It
Polymarket lets you bet on wars, missile strikes, and how many soldiers will die. A finance professor says it is…
Swatch Watches, the Gray Hoodie, and What Happened to 80s Fashion
Swatch watches turned a timekeeping device into a fashion statement. Ed Conroy had three or four lined up on his…
Richard Crouse: Colbert’s Exit, Billy Joel’s Fight, and Baby Yoda’s Big Weekend
Star Wars is back on the big screen, and so is a fight over who gets to tell your story…
NEW – A Million Dollars and What It Actually Buys
A million dollars used to change everything. One Survivor winner turned theirs into $50,000 of debt. A CTV News piece…
Ozempic and big pharma: Shortcut or health risk?
Shane Hewitt speaks with Tony Chapman about the growing use of Ozempic beyond diabetes treatment. Chapman questions whether pharmaceutical marketing…
ICYMI: Bag Tag Swapping, RCMP Arrests, and the W5 Airport Investigation
Airport security workers were arrested by the RCMP for swapping bag tags with drug shipments. The W5 investigation is only…
Canada’s defence weakness is a fair criticism
Shane Hewitt speaks with commentator Matt Gurney about long‑standing concerns over Canada’s defence posture. The discussion focuses on why criticism…
SHIFTHEADS: The Spy in the Gift Bag: A Former CSIS Officer on China, Coins, and Carved Eagles
Spy gifts aren’t a conspiracy theory. A coin, a carved eagle, or a lanyard can all carry tracking devices. The…
He Won a Million Dollars on Survivor and Spent It on His Dog’s Hip
A million dollars won on Survivor, and Danny Boatwright spent $10,000 of it on a new hip for his dog.…
Shiftheads – They Were Just Ordinary People. They Broke Into the FBI
COINTELPRO is one of the largest government surveillance programs in American history. A group of ordinary people found the proof…
Nietzsche, the Ubermensch, and Why Bad People Aren’t Nihilists
Nihilism says nothing is special. Greg Fish says that is the most freeing idea in philosophy, and the most misunderstood.…
NEW: It’s Not AI Blocking Your Job Application. Here’s What Is
AI resume screening is not the reason your application disappeared. But what’s actually blocking you is almost worse. Shelley Billinghurst…
Ozempic, Peptides, and the Shortcut That Might Cost You More Than the Weight
Ozempic side effects are starting to tell a story that the billions of dollars in prescriptions written haven’t caught up…
NEW – The Scammiest Email Was Real: Your Bread Settlement Cheque Has Arrived
Good News Tuesday delivers rare validation that the suspicious-looking settlement email was actually legitimate, and $50 in bread money just…
Do boys really mature later than girls?
Shane Hewitt speaks with Calissa Ngozi about research showing differences in brain development between boys and girls. They explore why…
Smart Glasses? How About Smart Contact Lenses – Handy Andy
Smart contact lenses are in prototype, gardening pros have a trick nobody ever taught you, and the term glass holes…
Quebec’s new appliance warranty law could raise prices
Shane Hewitt discusses Quebec’s new consumer protection law mandating longer appliance and cellphone warranties with Elias Makos. Retailers warn the…
Good News Tuesday: Joel’s Dog, Tony’s Bird and Bobette
Good News Tuesday reaches into the remarkable with a dog missing for two years, a wild bird that found its…
SHIFTHEADS: Canada’s Military Reality: A Defence Analyst Says We’re a Complete Non-Player
Canada military spending has been inadequate for so long that a defence analyst says the country won’t have meaningful new…
Shiftheads – Go See the Snowbirds: A Pilot on What’s About to Change Forever
Snowbirds Tutor jets have one season of flying left after this one, and a pilot says the years between the…
Show and Shine: Why the Old Muscle Cars Still Have Something the New Ones Don’t
Classic cars are about more than chrome and horsepower, and an automotive journalist says the ones that make people pull…
ChatGPT Wants Your Bank Account. Kris Abel on Whether You Should Let it in.
ChatGPT bank account access is rolling out to select US users, and a tech journalist says Canada is next. His…
ICYMI: Trump Is Right About Canada’s Military. Matt Gurney Says We’ve Known It for Decades.
Canada defence spending has been a broken promise for decades, and a political journalist says the US pausing a joint…
Prairie Bound: A Summer Drive to Meet the Family He Never Knew He Had
Birth family connections don’t always start with a meeting, and a radio contributor says the phone call that changed his…
NEW – The 18% Default: How the Payment Screen Changed the Tipping Conversation
Tipping culture has a word problem. The receipt says gratuity. The machine says 18. Somewhere between those two things, the…
What’s On Your Mind, Elias Makso? Quebec Tried to Fix Tipping and broke it
Tipping in Quebec had a problem, so the government passed a law. The first tip option is now higher than…
SHIFTHEADS: What a Hospitality Professor Actually Thinks About Your 20% Tip
Tipping culture is being redesigned, and a hospitality professor says the first real test is already happening at restaurants near…
ICYMI What to Watch This Weekend: The Movie That Could Change Awards Season for Horror
What to watch this weekend just got a lot more specific, and a film critic from Penticton has already done…
Shiftheads – Secrets, Privacy, and White Lies: A Clinical Psychologist on What’s Killing Your Relationship
Secrets in relationships aren’t always what they look like, and a clinical psychologist says the distinction between privacy and secrecy…
ICYMI – The Rogue Tool Problem: What Happens When Employees Go Off-Script With AI
Shadow AI is a one-click liability, and a tech consultant says most employers have no idea how deep it already…
Are We Leaving Boys Behind? A Mental Health Educator on What’s Going Wrong
Boys falling behind in school often starts before anyone thinks to look, and a mental health professor says the gap…
Peptides Are Real. The Science Behind Most of What’s Online Isn’t
Peptide supplements are flooding the internet with promises about weight loss and joint repair. A physician says the science behind…
The Art of Screwing Up a Good Barbecue
Barbecue season is officially open, and the question on the table is whether convenience has taken the soul out of…
Did UFO files prove aliens? The Aztec hoax
Newly released UFO files are sparking claims of alien crashes—but the truth may be far less sensational. Nathan Radke joins…
Too Much Smoke Is the Enemy: Ted Reader’s Barbecue Fundamentals
Pellet smoker season is here, and whether you’re new to the grill or years in, there are fundamentals most people…
SHIFTHEADS: Shake Shack Is Leaking. Dunkin’ Thinks Now Is the Time
Dunkin’ Donuts expanding into Canada is not just a brand story. It is a bet that Tim Hortons is more…
NEW – Vancouver, Vancouver, This Is It: The Mount St. Helens Story
Mount St. Helens erupted 46 years ago this weekend, and the mountain did not blow its top. It blew its…
Shiftheads – One Year Later: The Alberta Pipeline Promise and the Referendum That Just Hit a Wall
Alberta pipeline talks are coming to a head, with a major announcement expected that will test whether what has been…
ICYMI – Canada Is on the Ring of Fire. Here’s Why the Silence Is Misleading
Volcanoes in Canada last erupted 150 years ago. That fact should not be as reassuring as it sounds. George Kourounis…
Should Canada ban gambling ads? Expert breaks it down
A University of Toronto psychologist says aggressive gambling ads are shaping youth behaviour and increasing addiction risk. Steve Joordans joins…
ICYMI – Fox Steals Hot Dogs, Montreal Strippers Strike, and You Can Legally Own a Cannon
Montreal Grand Prix weekend is coming, and one particular group of workers is planning not to show up for it.…
Mount St. Helens, Bigfoot, and the Miners Who Were Never the Same
Mount St. Helens erupted on May 18, 1980, and it did not blow its top. It blew its side, and…
NEW: Stephen Colbert Is Leaving + Booze and Reviews of Obsession Movie
Stephen Colbert is leaving CBS on May 21st, comedy is under a microscope, and there is a horror movie in…
NEW: The Old Farts Had a Seat Open & Shane Sat Down
Canadian community does not always look the way you expect it to. Sometimes it is 21 men eating eggs at…
SMART SPEAKERS – Canadian Life Satisfaction, the Alberta Data Breach, and the Small Things That Change Everything
Canadian life satisfaction is measuring something real and its provincial variation tells a more complicated story than any single headline…
NEW Target Kids: Gambling Advertising, and Brain Development
Gambling advertising in Canada is targeting the demographic least equipped to resist it. Steve Joordens explains exactly why, and what…
Dr. Mansingh on stress, joy and burnout risk
Dr. Sohan Mansingh joins Shane Hewitt to break down how stress works and why trying to be healthier can sometimes…
Butterflies signal climate change warning
Federico Riva joins Shane Hewitt to explain how butterflies and bumblebees act as early warning signs for environmental change. They…
SHIFTHEADS: 162 Declassified UFO Files: What’s Real, What’s a Hoax, and What Nobody Can Explain
Declassified UFO files released by the Pentagon on May 8th look explosive on the surface. Nathan Radke spent the better…
Sports Betting Is Just the New (less scary) Word for Gambling
Sports betting did not arrive to replace gambling. It arrived to replace the word. One listener’s text put a fine…
When Quantum Computers Break Everything Including Your Money
Quantum computers could break the encryption protecting every cryptocurrency on the planet. That is not a distant theory. It is…
NEW – Why Is Yawning Contagious? Dr. Samantha Yammine on the Study That Made Things Weirder
Contagious yawning remains one of the most studied and least understood reflexes in human biology. A new finding about yawning…
ICYMI – Dunkin’ Donuts Canada: Tony Chapman Makes the Case Against the 200-Location Bet
Dunkin’ Donuts Canada is happening: a master franchise has been secured with plans to open one location per week up…
NEW: Good News Tuesday: How Finding the Good Is Itself the Good News
Good news Tuesday comes from a simple observation: the bad is loud and the good needs to be found. Two…
Finding the Good, Even Inside the Bad + Tulips
Dunkin’ Donuts is coming back to Canada, a Canadian chain is bringing it in, and the team has thoughts on…
SHIFTHEADS: It’s Not The Same as a Phone Book: Matt Gurney on the Alberta Voter Data Leak
Alberta voter data leak is the story Matt Gurney says everyone is trying to minimize. The fake names baked into…
Blue Dot Fever: Why Concert Tickets Are Priced for a Market That No Longer Exists
Blue dot fever is the new term for half-empty arenas and cancelled concerts. The data behind it is specific and…
NEW – Take Me to Church: Kelly Alexander on What Actually Makes a Concert Worth Attending
What makes a good concert is a question Kelly Alexander answers with a specific recent example. The show felt, she…
ICYMI – Bob Addison on the FIFA World Cup: Great Sport, Ugly Business
FIFA World Cup 2026 is landing in Canada at a moment when ticket prices are disconnected from what fans are…
Federico Riva on Why Butterfly Decline Is a Canary in Canada’s Coal Mine
Butterfly population decline is measurable, documented, and connected to something most people eat every day. Federico Riva of Carleton University…
The Luke Skywalker Card Worth $687,000 and the Week in Tech With Kris Abel
Star Wars trading cards were fun in 1977. One of them just sold at auction for $687,500. The seller did…
Joy Is Not Something You Find: Dr. Sohan Mansingh on Stress and the Nervous System
Stress and burnout start with a word. Dr. Sohan Mansingh says should is the word. It carries shame, it carries…
NEW: Life Stretching, Quiet Quitting, and Why We Keep Naming Things Instead of Fixing Them
Generational trend names are everywhere, and the argument on the table is whether they reflect real experiences or just make…
ICYMI – AI at Home, AI in Ottawa: What Works and What’s Missing
AI home projects are changing how people tackle everything from clogged sinks to room redesigns. The question of who controls…
SHIFTHEADS: Life Stretching, the McMansion, and the Numbers Nobody Wants to Talk About
Canadians living with parents in their 30s and 40s is now at generational highs, according to new Stats Canada data.…
The Second Time Home Buyers No Policy Reaches
Housing affordability has a policy blind spot, and second time home buyers are falling right through it. The assumption is…
The Forever Home Is a Myth. Here’s How to Actually Buy One.
Buying a home Canada feels impossible until someone sits down and actually runs the numbers with you. Jessica Moorhouse starts…
ICYMI – Never Having to Ask: The Hidden Test Nobody Announced
Relationship expectations are being shaped by a TikTok trend that tells you your partner should anticipate everything, no asking required.…
NEW – The Legal Definition of Foreign Interference Is Not What You Think
Foreign interference in Canada is more complicated than the legal definition suggests. The gap between what’s traceable and what’s actually…
Driverless Cars Are Closer to Canada Than You Think
Driverless cars are coming to Canada, and the safety numbers are making even longtime skeptics rethink their position. Lorraine Sommerfeld…
Why the Canadian War Museum Matters So Much
As part of a Throwback Thursday, Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Andrew Birch, Acting Director of Research at the Canadian…
Did OpenAI Break Canadian Privacy Laws?
Tech expert Carmi Levy joins Shane Hewitt to explain why OpenAI has been found in violation of Canadian privacy laws…
Cards on the Table: The Toxic Ex Conversation and When Sharing Horror Stories Actually Helps
Toxic ex stories on a fourth date sound like a warning sign. Ryan O’Donnell says his became the most honest…
Built, Paid For, and Not Open: Patty Handysides on the Gordie Howe Bridge
Gordie Howe Bridge is ready. It has been under construction for eight years, funded entirely by Canada, and co-owned by…
Sheep Solve a Murder, Speed Racer Gets Its Due, and More to Watch This Weekend
What to watch this weekend spans a video game brawler that earns its cheese, a sheep murder mystery with a…
NEW – Your Friends Are a Health Behaviour: Dr. Theresa Pauly on Toxic Relationships and Aging
Toxic relationships and aging are directly connected, and Dr. Theresa Pauly says the mechanism is measurable in your saliva. The…
Major life events come with tax consequences
Evelyn Jacks joins Shane Hewitt to explain why major life events—from marriage and divorce to job loss, disability, or inflation—often…
NEW: Toxic Exes: What the Patterns Mean, How to Co-Parent Through It, and What They Left Behind
Your toxic ex may be gone, but a clinical psychologist says the damage does not leave with them. Two segments.…
ICYMI – Saturday Meme to Monday Shelf: Mohit Rajhans on AI in the Shopping Mall
AI retail technology is not a kiosk in the corner of the food court. Mohit Rajhans says it is the…
Someone Could Turn It Off: Vass Bednar on Digital Sovereignty and What Canada Is Missing
Digital sovereignty Canada does not fully have, and Vass Bednar says the Trump administration has made the vulnerabilities harder to…
A Blog Post Is Not Enough: Carmi Levy on OpenAI and Canadian Privacy Law
OpenAI privacy violations in Canada have been confirmed by federal and provincial privacy commissioners in BC, Alberta, and Quebec. Carmi…
SHIFTHEADS – WarMuseum.ca: Twenty Years, One Museum, and a Cross-Country List Worth Making
The Canada War Museum marks 20 years in its purpose-built home this week, and if you haven’t walked through the…
NEW – Ten Minutes on Sunday: Alyssa B on Meal Planning, Budget Shopping, and the Frozen Aisle
Meal planning does not require a full day. Alyssa B says 10 minutes of planning at the start of the…
Canada pays more but gets less: A Tax Reality Check
Political commentator Matt Gurney speaks with Shane Hewitt about Canada’s high taxes, underinvestment in defence, and the growing gap between…
4,000 Fewer Restaurants: Dr. Sylvain Charlebois on Canada’s Food Service Divide
Restaurant closures in Canada are happening faster than forecast. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois projected a drop from 89,000 to 85,000 restaurants…
Throwback Thursday 2005: Paul Martin, a Harry Potter Leak, and Internet That Felt Fast
Canada in 2005 looked familiar in ways that are hard to ignore: a minority government, a floor crossing, and a…
Shiftheads – Alberta Separatism’s Biggest Problem Right Now Is Alberta’s Voter List
Alberta voters list data on 2.9 million people was allegedly obtained by a separatist-linked group, and the cleanup is far…
Fast fashion’s hidden price
Sustainability expert John Pabon joins Shane Hewitt to discuss fast fashion, consumer responsibility, and the hidden costs behind low prices.…
ICYMI – Dr. Andrew Burtch on Why Canada Needed a Building Worthy of Its Military History
The Canadian War Museum spent most of its existence in borrowed spaces. Dr. Andrew Burtch says the collection deserved better…
WKRP Is Real Now, a Man Lost His Car Over a Burger, and Tomatoes Are Fraudulent
WKRP in Cincinnati, the fictional radio station from the classic CBS sitcom, is now a real station in Cincinnati, playing…
You Logged On. You Logged Off. Then 2005 Changed Everything
In 2005 pop culture, you logged on, checked your email, and turned the computer off at the end of the…
Tragically Chip, Talking Sheep, and the Science of Haunted Houses: Richard Crouse
Tragically Chip ice cream is real, it is maple whiskey with dark chocolate chunks and black cherry ripple, and it…
Brady’s Monster Truck and the Self-Checkout Code: A Conversation About Honesty
Self-checkout ethics are more complicated than most people admit, and the conversation starts with a twenty-year-old monster truck confession. Ryan…
NEW – Manufactured or Real: Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead on Alberta Separatism and Foreign Interference
Alberta separatism is in the news. Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead both question how much of it is Albertans and…
The Mouth of the South: Bill Brioux on Ted Turner at 87
Ted Turner passed away at 87. Bill Brioux says he was a yachtsman who won the America’s Cup, a broadcaster…
NEW – God Sees Everything and Value Village Charges $15 for a Donated T-Shirt: The Stealing Texts
Self-checkout theft is not one conversation. The listener texts make that clear. A Brampton man allegedly swapped $97 baby formula…
Shiftheads – The Conspiracy You Think Is New Has Been Around for 140 Years: Dr. Lee Kuhnle
Conspiracy theories feel new because we encounter them in the moment. Dr. Lee Kuhnle says most of them are not…
ICYMI – The Professor Sideshow Bob Foundation and Your Medical Diagnosis: Greg Fish on AI Medicine
AI medicine comes in two versions and most people are using the wrong one when they are sick at midnight.…
NEW – Upper K, Lower K, and the Middle That Is Disappearing: Tony Chapman on Canada’s Two Economies
K economy Canada is not a prediction. Tony Chapman says it is the current state, and the middle is disappearing…
You’re Guilty Until You Can Prove Otherwise: Evelyn Jacks on CRA, Audits, and Year-Round Tax Awareness
Tax planning Canada requires one uncomfortable truth to land first: CRA operates on a reverse onus. You have to prove…
The More Good News You Talk About: Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift’s Cinco de Mayo Edition
Good News Tuesday has a theory behind it: talk about good news and you find more of it. Cinco de…
ICYMI – Send the Invite Anyway: Pete Bombacci on Mental Health Week and the Human Connection Movement
Mental health week lands in early May for a reason. Pete Bombacci says suicide rates are highest in the spring,…
NEW: High Tax, Low Return: Matt Gurney on What Canada Is Actually Getting for Its Money
Canada’s trade surplus is real and Matt Gurney will take it. He just wants to be honest about what it…
The real cost of a Disney World trip
Disney theme park costs are climbing, with families now paying roughly $150 USD per person per day just to enter…
Good News Tuesday! Number One Pick and a Maybe: The Maple Leafs, Matthews, and McDavid on Draft Lottery Day
NHL draft lottery day handed Toronto the number one pick and a decision to make, all on the same afternoon.…
Shiftheads – 100 Miles Per Gallon and a $5 Scooter Trip: Ryan O’Donnell Does the Transportation Math
Motorcycle fuel economy is not something most people think about. Ryan O’Donnell did, and the numbers surprised him. Motorcycles average…
Dating advice: Own your freak flag
Jen Kirsch joins Shane Hewitt to explain why being open about your quirks can actually make dating better. Connect with…
ICYMI – BP Invented Your Guilt: John Pabon on Greenwashing and the Carbon Footprint Lie
Greenwashing is not always deliberate. John Pabon says it ranges from fossil fuel companies outright lying to corporations that over-claim…
Met Gala, Southwest Airlines, and the End of Ask Jeeves: Kris Abel’s Week in Tech
Ask Jeeves shut down May 1st. Kris Abel says it was built around the same idea that AI is now…
Performance Over Process: Dr. Perry Adler on What AI Is Doing to How We Think
The education system has been optimizing for grades for a long time. Dr. Perry Adler says AI just made the…
SHIFTHEADS: Two Sandwiches, One Drink, Under $20: Bob Addison on the Best Date Night in Surrey
Costco date night did not start as a plan. It started at 8:27pm when it was too late to go…
11 Lego Sets on the Mantle: Ryan O’Donnell on May the 4th and 20 Years of Star Wars
May the 4th landed on a Friday this year and Ryan O’Donnell spent it exactly the way you would expect:…
Dr. Janet McMordie: It’s OK to not be OK
Dr. Janet McMordie joins Shane Hewitt to discuss why it’s normal to struggle and why asking for help matters, especially…
NEW – Handy Andy Baryer on Spring Planting, the Sugar Shack Man Cave, and World Password Day
Spring gardening has a temperature threshold Andy Baryer treats as non-negotiable: nighttime lows need to reach 10 degrees Celsius before…
Can a heartbeat block cancer growth?
Dr. Samantha Yammine joins Shane Hewitt to explain new research suggesting a beating heart may inhibit cancer growth. The discussion…
Is AI literacy the new media literacy?
Concerns over artificial intelligence and data security are growing as tools like ChatGPT become more widely used. Shane Hewitt speaks…
SHIFTHEADS: Barry Choi on Flight Cancellations, Disney Prices, and How to Travel Smart Right Now
Summer travel planning in 2026 requires a different checklist than it used to, and Barry Choi has gone through it.…
Your Phone Can Be Hijacked From a Car: Rob Beggs on SMS Blasters and Scam Texts
SMS blasters are industrial-grade cybercrime tools manufactured and sold specifically to compromise phones at scale. Rob Beggs says one is…
Shiftheads – When to Let Your Freak Flag Fly: The Date Night Conversation
Everyone has a thing. The question is when to show it to someone new, and Tony Tedesco and Jen Kirsch…
The Peanut Butter Theory Explains Star Wars (sort of)
Star Wars Day lands on a Friday and Ryan O’Donnell has a theory he has been sitting with since he…
NEW – Insulting or Realistic: Andrew Caddell and Lesley Kelly on Federal Wages and the Cost of Everything
Federal public servant wages are at the centre of a fight that Andrew Caddell says tells you something about where…
Your Tax Refund, Frugality Fatigue, and the 10% Rule: Jessica Moorhouse
Tax refund season has a predictable problem: the money gets spent mentally before it ever arrives. Jessica Moorhouse says writing…
Pester Power and Processed Corn: Tony Chapman on the Rise and Fall of Breakfast Cereal
The corn flake was an accident. Tony Chapman says what Kellogg’s built from that accident was one of the most…
NEW – $2.12 a Litre and a Soccer Team That Might Leave: Ryan Price on BC This Week
BC gas prices have been above $2 a litre for a long time. Ryan Price says watching Ontario treat $1.75…
SHIFTHEADS: The 50-Kilometre Choke Point Holding the World Hostage: Ian Wereley on the Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz carried 20 million barrels of oil per day before the war. Ian Wereley says that number…
NEW – Miranda Priestly Is Back and Someone Peed at the Hocum Screening: Steve Stebbing’s Weekend Guide
May 1st is the start of summer movie season and Steve Stebbing says the lineup is already delivering. Three Movies,…
Shiftheads – Is It Love or Is It Love Bombing: Dr. Laurie Betito on the Line Between Affection and Manipulation
Love bombing is not about the gifts or the attention. Dr. Laurie Betito says it is about the motive and…
ICYMI – The Wrong Conversation: Mohit Rajhans on Youth, AI, and the Trust Problem
A McGill University study on young people aged 17 to 23 and their relationship with AI stopped Mohit Rajhans cold.…
NEW – Why Your Heart Almost Never Gets Cancer: Dr. Samantha Yammine on a Stunning New Study
Heart cancer is so rare it shows up in less than 1% of autopsies. Cancer cells pass through the heart…
Who Cares for the Caregivers: Dr. Janet McMordie on Vitals and Frontline Families Canada
Vitals is a solo show running May 2 to 10 at Factory Theatre in Toronto, and Dr. Janet McMordie says…
The Warm Hug Movie and Why You Keep Watching Them
Comfort movies are not about quality. They are about the feeling you already know is coming before you press play.…
NEW – Throwback 1980: The Year Terry Fox Started Running and Canada Changed
Terry Fox dipped his prosthetic leg into the Atlantic Ocean in St. John’s on April 12, 1980, and started running.…
The Informed Shopper: What Grocery Prices Taught Canadians
Grocery prices have not dropped. But Dr. Sylvain Charlebois says Canadians have stopped being caught off guard by them, and…
NEW – Is It Actually Allergies? Moshe Ben-Shoshan on What Canadians Get Wrong
Seasonal allergies affect up to 20% of the population. Moshe Ben-Shoshan says a lot of people who think they have…
Are Canada’s deficits the new normal?
Rob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt to assess Ottawa’s latest economic update, warning it offers little change as deficits continue to…
Shiftheads – Rob Breakenridge on the Alberta Voter Database, the Fiscal Update, and Who Is Watching
Alberta’s voter registry data for 2.9 million people has reportedly been accessed by a separatist organization, and the RCMP has…
Seasonal allergies… Or is it something else?
Is it always allergies, or are other conditions being misdiagnosed? Shane Hewitt speaks with allergist Moshe Ben‑Shoshan about seasonal allergy…
ICYMI – Fred Fox on the Letter, the Run, and What Terry Said to Their Mom
Terry Fox was 21 years old when he wrote the letter that started the Marathon of Hope. Fred Fox says…
Why Borrowing to Invest Makes Anita Bruinsma’s Blood Pressure Spike
Borrowing to invest sounds smart until the market drops and the bank wants its money back immediately. Financial planner Anita…
ICYMI – Before & After Terry Fox: What 1980 Taught Canada About Itself
Terry Fox is still in Canadian classrooms, still in the currency debate, still the name that comes up when Canada…
Richard Crouse Reviews Devil Wears Prada 2 (Plus Three Drinks to Go With It)
Devil Wears Prada 2 opens the summer season at theatres this weekend, and the timing is not an accident. Why…
Fort McMurray to Ottawa: Canada’s Energy Hypocrisy
The spring fiscal update is being celebrated. Canada’s deficit is down $11 billion. Oil prices are up. The host is…
Canada’s ‘K economy’: Airlines, fees and hidden pricing
Tony Chapman joins Shane Hewitt to explain how Canada is evolving into two distinct economies, divided by wealth and consumer…
Energy profits prop up Canada’s fiscal update
Canada’s spring fiscal update shows a smaller deficit, driven largely by higher energy revenues, despite years of policy aimed at…
NEW – Canada’s Reduced Deficit: The Oil Money Nobody Wants to Credit
Canada’s spring fiscal update shows a lower deficit. The revenue driving that improvement comes largely from higher energy prices. Jamie…
SHIFTHEADS: INSIDE COPY – Bees, a Latrine, and a 30 Percent Price Hike
Three stories. None of them necessary. All of them real. First: condom prices are up 30 percent. The Iran conflict…
NEW – Clear Your Cache: What Airlines Know That You Don’t
Twenty percent of Canadians hold nearly 70 percent of the wealth. Tony Chapman calls it the K economy and says…
NEW: False Flag or Incompetence: Nathan Radke on the Correspondents’ Dinner
Conspiracy theories about the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting spread faster than any verified facts. Nathan Radke of the Uncover…
ICYMI – Click Fraud, Crypto Miners, and Rage Bait: The Bot Economy
The bot takeover of the web is not one thing. Greg Fish of Cyberpunk Survival Guide breaks it into parts.…
NEW – Can You Actually Write That Off?
Tax filing in Canada looks straightforward until CRA audits you in retrospect. Evelyn Jacks, President of the Knowledge Bureau, tracks…
The Scam That Starts With Your Aunt’s Obituary
CRA scams are not seasonal, and the information scammers need to make them convincing is sitting publicly on your social…
NEW – Good News Tuesday: Package Anxiety and a LEGO Griswold House
Good News Tuesday opens with a homeowner in a former church rectory circling the house waiting for a barbecue that…
Instagram Plus: You’re Paying for What Used to Be Free
Instagram Plus is being tested now in Mexico, Japan, and the Philippines. Three dollars a month buys you longer stories,…
SHIFTHEADS – Good News Tuesday: 70,000 Steps and a Letter That Worked
Good News Tuesday opens with Doug Bush, 62 years old, walking 70,000 steps at a gym in Edmonton. Ten thousand…
Shiftheads – The Price Is Fine. The Size Is the Problem.
Calgary rental prices have dropped. Two months free rent, six months free parking, all utilities included. And it still is…
NEW – The Pit Wall Decides: Inside F1 with Bernie Collins
F1 engineer Bernie Collins spent years on the Aston Martin pit wall making the calls that shape race outcomes. Her…
Why investors aren’t betting on Canada right now
Commentator Matt Gurney questions why Canada is failing to attract massive private investment flowing into AI data centres and infrastructure.…
ICYMI – The Cute Robot Got the Job & an AI Run Cafe
Humanoid robots have arrived at Toyota Canada’s Woodstock, Ontario factory, one of the largest automotive facilities in North America. Toyota…
NEW – Canada We Need to Fix What We Have – Before We Build Anything New
Canada’s sovereign investment fund is the latest answer to a question the country keeps getting wrong. While federal officials announced…
Remembering Cheech: A Hockey Voice Gone Too Soon
John Garrett was the broadcaster who answered a desperate call with 20 minutes to airtime and asked no questions. He…
Home: Today I Can Feel Africa
What makes you feel at home is the question that opened a conversation this week, and it started with a…
NEW – Orange Peels, Grey Hat Hackers, and the Bounty That Pays You to Snitch
Spring yard tips and a cybercrime bounty program make for an unlikely pairing, but both come down to the same…
SHIFTHEADS: How a Lego Set Became the Best Conversation About Science in Years
The NASA Artemis Lego set keeps selling out, and the conversation it opened is about something bigger than a model…
The Fake Canada Goose and What Online Shopping Fraud Actually Looks Like
Online shopping fraud in Canada hit approximately $640 million in 2024, and Bruce Winder says the vector is not always…
NEW – Dan McTeague on the Oil Supply Shock Canada Is Not Ready For
Diesel fuel prices are already painful for Canadian truck operators, and Dan McTeague says the number people are watching at…
Do We Still Need Car Dealers?
Car dealerships have survived a hundred years of disruption, but Lorraine Sommerfeld says their reputations have taken a serious hit…
NEW – Trust Us: Canada’s New Sovereign Fund and the Questions Nobody Is Answering
Canada’s new $25 billion sovereign wealth fund was announced today, and the panel’s first question is the one nobody in…
Alpine Divorce: When Leaving Is Not a Breakup, It Is Abandonment
Alpine divorce is the term circulating online for something that is not a divorce at all. Tony Tedesco and Jen…
How Burglars Case Your Home Without Ever Sitting Outside It
Trail camera surveillance has become a break-and-enter tool, and the reason it works is the same reason it is hard…
AI: The Third Voice in the Room Nobody Invited
AI in everyday life is no longer something you opt into. Mohit Rajhans makes the case that it arrived through…
Before the Game Boy, There Was the Punch Buggy Game
The Game Boy turns 36 this year, and the throwback is not just about the hardware. It is about what…
Technology Giveth and Technology Taketh Away
The Game Boy anniversary is a reason to ask what actually changed the moment handheld gaming arrived in the back…
SHIFTHEADS: The Dairy Myth and What Canada Is Actually Giving Up at the Trade Table
Canada US trade negotiations are at a crossroads, and Dr. Sylvain Charlebois says the messaging coming out of Ottawa is…
Carney Wants New Markets, But Do We Have the Will?
Shane Hewitt questions whether Canada is truly prepared to diversify its trade relationships beyond the United States. As Prime Minister…
1989: The Year the Game Boy Arrived and a Home Cost $125,000
Throwback Thursday lands in 1989, and the gap between then and now is either comforting or devastating depending on what…
Shiftheads – We Have the Oil, the Gas, and the Minerals. The Question Is Whether We Use Them
Canada trade talks with the United States are stuck in a holding pattern, and Rob Breakenridge says the bigger problem…
ICYMI – The Three Questions That Change How You See Spring Cleaning
Decluttering is not a weekend project. Megan Golightly says it is a mindset shift, and once it clicks, you cannot…
Great Concerts, Thin Biography: The Michael Jackson Movie Reviewed
Michael Jackson’s biopic is in theatres now, and whether it deserves the praise depends entirely on what you want from…
NEW – No Save Button, No Shortcuts: What the Original Game Boy Actually Built
The Game Boy anniversary is a reason to talk about something that keeps coming up in conversations about 1989: the…
How fake conspiracies become “real” beliefs
Cultural theorist Lee Kuhnle explains how jokes and metaphors can slowly evolve into sincerely held conspiracy beliefs through repetition and…
Why bar fight videos don’t lead to charges
Criminal lawyer Tyler Hatch explains why video evidence of violent altercations does not always result in assault charges. Speaking with…
Same Mall. Same Moment. Two Completely Different Experiences
Perception and storytelling are the same mechanism, and both of them drift. Shane Hewitt makes the case that the game…
Canada–U.S. trade deal stalls as U.S. demands escalate
Shane Hewitt speaks with political strategists Lindsey Broadhead and Jamie Ellerton about rising tensions in Canada–U.S. trade talks, including pressure…
NEW – One Optimist, One Realist, One Very Big Week for Canada
Canada-US trade is being negotiated against a backdrop of a premier’s private jet controversy, airline consolidations, and a summer travel…
SHIFTHEADS: Romance Doesn’t Die Dramatically. It Dies in Sweatpants on the Couch
Relationship drift does not announce itself. Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco have a name for where it ends up: roommates.…
INSIDE COPY: Drake Put Ice in a Parking Lot and Toronto Had to Call the Fire Department
Weird news stories today do not get much better than a rapper placing a massive block of ice in downtown…
Shiftheads – How a Joke About Birds Became Something People Actually Believe
How conspiracy theories spread is the question Dr. Lee Kuhnle has been building a career around, and the answer is…
ICYMI – Being Professionally Awful Online Now Pays. That Is the Actual Problem
Why people are meaner online has a cleaner answer than most people want to admit. Greg Fish ran the experiment…
More Cameras. More Evidence. Not More Justice
Digital evidence and justice have a complicated relationship, and Tyler Hatch has spent a career inside that gap. The footage…
Ten Cents a Can and Strong Opinions About Your Blue Bin
Recycling habits in Canada are not a national conversation. They are twelve separate provincial arguments, and Bob Addison from Surrey…
Small Moments, Real Feeling: Good News Tuesday
Good news stories in Canada live in the spaces most people aren’t looking. Ryan O’Donnell found his in an IMAX…
Good News Tuesday Stories: The Sweater, the Stranger, and the Backyard Full of People
Uplifting news stories Canada doesn’t always look like headlines. Sometimes it looks like a Vancouver man sitting across from the…
The Antidote to Loneliness Has Been There the Whole Time
Volunteering in Canada powers things most people take entirely for granted. Community events, sports leagues, hospital visits, search and rescue.…
SHIFTHEADS: Canada Has a Drone Advantage Nobody Is Talking About
Canadian drone industry experts will tell you Canada is behind. Richard Shimooka will tell you exactly how far, and it…
Why Using Less Power Doesn’t Cut Your Bill
Shane Hewitt explores why electricity bills don’t drop as much as expected when households use less power. Experts explain how…
NEW- AN Epiphany: What You’re Actually Blocking Out With Your Headphones
Headphones and human connection turn out to be in direct competition, and most people have already picked a side without…
Control Is an Illusion — And We’re Being Sold Certainty
Shane Hewitt reflects on why control and certainty are often illusions—and why people are increasingly being sold a feeling rather…
Shiftheads – Why Saving Energy Doesn’t Always Save You Money
Canadian electricity rates are among the lowest in the world. That does not mean your bill is easy to understand…
Our Expectations Are the Problem. Canada’s Too.
Canadian certainty expectations are at the centre of every political conversation right now, and Matt Gurney says that’s exactly the…
Ten Minutes. One Link. A Measurable Drop in Depression.
Depression intervention tools that take ten minutes and live at a free link are not a silver bullet. Benji Kaveladze…
ICYMI – The Robot Beat the Human. Robot Marathons?
Humanoid robots in 2026 just ran a half marathon faster than the human world record for the same distance. Last…
Making Friends After 50 Has Two Approaches, and You’ve Probably Only Tried One
Making friends after 50 sounds like something that quietly stops being possible. Then Shane moved to a small town, started…
Why the Strait of Hormuz Is a Global Choke Point
Shane Hewitt speaks with Carleton University professor Ian Warley about the Strait of Hormuz and why it remains one of…
Your Attic Has a Streaming TV in It. You Just Don’t Know Yet.
DIY home upgrades have a way of starting with something you forgot you owned. Andy Baryer found a monitor so…
Unexpected Conversations in Awkward Places
Shane Hewitt reflects on an unexpected conversation at an urgent care clinic and how a brief moment led to an…
Pilot Jokes on Open Frequency: Funny or Dangerous?
Shane Hewitt explains why pilots occasionally joke or share updates on shared aircraft radio frequencies—and why it often spirals into…
SHIFTHEADS: Four Hours. Eighty-Two Minutes of Wrestling.
Ad creep in sports has officially eaten the event. Four hours of WrestleMania. Eighty-two minutes of wrestling. If you paid…
Carney vs Trump: Why Stability Matters for Canada
Shane Hewitt breaks down why economic uncertainty—especially threats of U.S. tariffs—can hurt Canada more than tariffs themselves. He explains how…
NEW – Strait of Hormuz: The 53-Kilometre Threat Nobody Took Seriously
The Strait of Hormuz crisis has turned a 53-kilometre waterway into the most consequential question in global energy. One to…
Shiftheads – Inside the Pilot Frequency: Why “Meowing” on the Radio Is a Real Aviation Problem
High above the ground, communication isn’t optional—it’s survival. So why are pilots sometimes joking on the very frequency designed for…
ICYMI – Playoffs, Politics, and the Awkward Truth About Making Friends After 40
Hockey loyalties collide, but that’s just the warm-up. This conversation moves from playoff passion to something far more personal—why making…
NEW – The 50 Cents That Bothers You and the $40 That Doesn’t
Financial anxiety hits different when every headline feels like evidence that it’s all out of your hands. But the part…
PDA: How much is too much?
Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Laurie Betito about navigating comfort levels around public displays of affection in relationships. Connect with…
Kids, AI and cheating: Are the rules already broken?
Shane Hewitt speaks with tech analyst Mohit Rajhans about how generative AI is reshaping learning and blurring the line between…
Happy Friday! Have You Ever Cheated on a Test?
Cheating on tests used to have a clear definition. A binder on the floor in fourth grade, pages turned with…
NEW – Happy Friday Round Up: Good Politics, Bad Economics
The Canadian grocery rebate hits accounts this week and the gas tax comes off the pump. September is when one…
NEW – The Screen Disney Invented Because It Couldn’t Have the One It Wanted
Disney Infinity Vision is the new premium format launching the same weekend as Avengers Doomsday. The full announcement is laser…
SHIFTHEADS: Inside Copy – 91 Year Old Gamer Goes Missing Due to Brain Rot
Welfare check calls go unanswered for a lot of reasons. In Ohio, the reason was a 91-year-old in her bedroom…
Shiftheads – Relationship Gaps – PDA What the Couple at the Bar Did for Everyone
PDA in relationships is where two completely different upbringings end up in the same parking lot. One person reaches. The…
ICYMI – We Called It Cheating. They Called It Figuring It Out
Kids using AI to get answers at school. Cheating, or just faster at figuring it out than the adults who…
NEW – Earth Destroyed Its Own Origin Story. The Moon Kept It
What the moon can teach us is the part of our own story we cannot find anywhere down here, because…
When Did Car Shopping Start Feeling Like Buying a Washing Machine?
New car prices in Canada are up almost 60% in six years, and Lorraine Sommerfeld says that number didn’t just…
Pokemon Pocket Man-sters. Twenty-Seven Years of Getting It Wrong
Pokemon throwback Thursday 1998 starts with a confession. The spelling on the show document said P-O-K-E-M-A-N. It has said that…
The Much Music Corner on Queen Street Still Feels Like Something
MuchMusic is gone long enough now that people are finally understanding what it was. That is Bill Welychka’s theory and…
SHIFTHEADS: Two People. Same Banana. Different Price
Surveillance pricing grocery stores are not a future problem. Tests in the United States put 20 people in the same…
THROWBACK THURSDAY: The Last Year Before Everything Changed
1998 throwback Thursday lands on a year that felt safe and new at the exact same time. The Discman was…
Rob Breakenridge: One Point. Worst Team in the League. Rob Is Nervous for his Team
Canadian NHL playoffs are here and the Oilers have been handed the simplest possible test going in. One point. Against…
Pokemon: Poker Meets Chess. Also, There Are Dragons
Pokemon card game competitive play has a world championship, a global tournament circuit, and kids making tens of thousands of…
NEW – Teenage Clothing Choices: Grey Is a Personality Now
Fashion labels teenagers claim as identity had to arrive from somewhere, and Bob Addison watched it happen in real time.…
Throwback Thursday 1998: The Year Before Everything Got Complicated
1998 nostalgia hits differently once someone points out that it was actually the last safe year. Google arrived. Email became…
You Are My God. She Said to the Drummer?
New album release day driving deaths tracked in a Harvard study are linked to the ten biggest album drops between…
Booze and Reviews: Little Lorraine – They Were Not Moving Lobsters
Little Lorraine is a real place. Sixty people. A mine that exploded. A fishery that dried up. And then a…
When ChatGPT advice turns illegal
Shane Hewitt and Greg Fish examine a court case where a CEO tried to use ChatGPT to avoid paying bonuses…
Successful People: The Power of a Good Team or Partner
Yes people leadership is what happens when the person in charge stopped needing to be challenged a long time ago.…
Old plastic containers: Are you still using these?
Shane Hewitt explains why reusing plastic food containers and bags may increase health risks, even when they look fine. Shane…
NEW – Smart Speakers: The Gas Tax Gamble
Liberal majority government is new enough that the cabinet has barely unpacked, and it has already put a gas tax…
SHIFTHEADS: I Got Rid of Everything. Then I Did It Again
Too much stuff is a cycle, and the embarrassing part is how fast it closes. Five truckloads to the dump.…
NEW – How Old (and safe) Are Your Plastic Containers?
Plastic container safety gets worse every time you do the responsible thing. Every wash. Every microwave cycle. Every time you…
Shiftheads – When Treason Was the Backup Plan To Save Humanity
Nuclear weapons control rests, constitutionally, with one person. In 1969 that person was drunk, incensed, and on the phone to…
ICYMI – The Cold Objective Machine That Just Agrees With You
AI love bombing feels different from a friend agreeing with you. A friend you can discount. They like you. They…
Artemis ReCap – Eat Cookies, Name a Crater and Then Back to Work
Artemis mission photographs showed the far side of the moon with Earth in the background. They looked like a science…
Wrongful convictions: Kelly Lauzon explains life after exoneration
Shane Hewitt speaks with Kelly Lauzon about her podcast focused on people impacted by wrongful convictions. Lauzon explains how she…
Vassy Kapelos: The Envelope She Almost Never Opened
A random act of kindness arrived in a hot pink envelope at a CTV newsroom during a federal by-election special.…
GOOD NEWS TUESDAY – The 90-Year-Old Who Chose Kettlebells for Her Birthday
Good News Tuesday lands on a week that opened with a 3.9 earthquake near Ottawa and somehow still found four…
Cancer Was in Dinosaurs. Dr. Chris Hillis on How Far We’ve Come
Cancer treatment advances have changed what a diagnosis means, and most of us haven’t updated our mental model for it.…
Iran’s oil history: The 1901 concession that changed everything
Shane Hewitt speaks with historian Ian Wereley about how Iran’s modern conflicts over oil trace back to a sweeping 1901…
NEW – The Accountability Question Nobody Could Answer
Canadian government accountability is the question underneath a majority nobody seems to be celebrating. Mark Carney got his sweep, two…
Shiftheads – Buffalo Sabres: Almost Canadian But They Kept the Receipts for 14 Years
Buffalo Sabres playoffs are back, and they came prepared. The last time Buffalo made the postseason, Stephen Harper was Prime…
ICYMI – The 125-Year Reason Iran Won’t Let Go
The Strait of Hormuz is thirty kilometres wide and it has held the world hostage before. Not since 1979. Since…
The Feature That Is Off By Default For a Reason
Google Gemini personal intelligence is available in Canada starting today, and the thing it knows about you when switched on…
Wrongfully Convicted Affects the Victims Too
Wrongful conviction in Canada is still new information to most people who hear it, even after documentaries, headlines, and high-profile…
Gamified Banking: Helpful Nudge or Risky Trap?
Financial planner Anita Bruinsma joins Shane Hewitt to examine the growing trend of gamification in banking and investing apps. From…
How the Conservatives Lost It All in One Year
Shane Hewitt breaks down why this moment is especially frustrating for Conservatives as Prime Minister Mark Carney settles into a…
SHIFTHEADS: You Know It When You See It. Ryan O’Donnell on Where PDA Crosses the Line.
Public displays of affection have an unspoken line that nobody can define until someone crosses it in front of them.…
NEW: Your Gutters Are Fine. Your Roof Might Not Be. Handy Andy on What Spring Is Hiding.
Spring home maintenance has a way of starting small and getting expensive fast. Handy Andy Baryer went up to clean…
15 Months Ago Conservatives Were Was Looking at 280 Seats. Tonight John Moore on What Changed.
A Canadian majority government was already taking shape before anyone voted tonight. John Moore from Newstalk 1010 is one of…
NEW – PDA: Blue Monday. Ryan Felt Uncomfortable
Public displays of affection have a line nobody can draw until someone crosses it right next to them. That happened…
Liberal majority: Why Conservatives feel boxed out
Shane Hewitt and John Moore analyze the growing frustration among Conservatives as the Liberals secure a majority government under Mark…
ICYMI – Trash Panda Puzzles? Raccoon Science to Save Your Garbage
Raccoon intelligence is one of the most colloquially accepted ideas in North American wildlife, and one of the least formally…
Post-Political Period. Bill Carroll Has Two Words for That.
A Liberal majority government was already a foregone conclusion before the polls closed tonight and Bill Carroll from CFRA had…
The Confetti Is for the Bank. Not for You.
Gamification of banking feels like your financial institution finally started rooting for you. The stars when you hit a savings…
Ryan Price on What a Liberal Majority Means from the West Coast.
A Liberal majority government is landing tonight and Ryan Price from CFAX in Victoria has been waiting for the moment…
NEW – What Does the Liberal Party Stand For Now? Nobody on This Panel Is Quite Sure.
A Liberal majority government is arriving tonight and the question nobody is answering clearly is what it actually believes. Jimmy…
Living with chronic pain: “You don’t get a day off”
Shane Hewitt speaks with Kathleen Rice and Desmond Williams, about what it truly means to live with chronic pain. The…
The one thing partners need most
Shane Hewitt speaks with relationship expert Dr. Laurie Betito about why listening is the most overlooked skill in partnerships. Connect…
How is AI redefining work?
Shane Hewitt speaks with Mohit Rajhans about how artificial intelligence and workplace tools are quietly reshaping jobs and skills. Mohit…
Fake maple syrup in Canada: How grocers got fooled
Food policy expert Sylvain Charlebois joins Shane Hewitt to break down the fake maple syrup scandal uncovered in Quebec and…
Tonight We’re Gathering Around the Radio. When Did We Stop Doing That?
Artemis splashdown tonight is at 8:07 Eastern and there is something about that specific time being locked in for days…
NEW – Justin Trudeau Got Three Minutes and Deathly Applause at His Own Party’s Convention
Federal by-election Monday has three ridings up and Terrebonne is the one nobody is calling easy. Supporting Liberals there has…
SHIFTHEADS: New York Is Losing Its Mind Over a Grapefruit-Sized Bird. We Need to Talk About This
Stories you absolutely did not need to know are arriving twenty minutes before Artemis splashdown and they are exactly the…
NEW – What the Hell Should I Watch This Weekend: Malcolm Returned, and Darth Maul Built an Army
Your weekend streaming options just got a verdict. The Boys is going out swinging. Malcolm in the Middle came back.…
Shiftheads – The Relief Test: Dr. Laurie Betito on Knowing When You’re Done
Relationship breakup signs are rarely obvious, and the moment most people act on them is far later than they think.…
Was 2011 the last “normal” year?
Shane Hewitt reflects on why 2011 is often remembered as “the last normal year,” sharing a story tied to Charlie…
ICYMI – Your Job: Do You Even Know What You’re Being Measured On?
AI workplace redesign has a specific problem nobody is talking about clearly. Employees are using the tools. Managers are getting…
NEW – Most People With Chronic Pain Are Waiting for a Moment Like This
Living with chronic pain is something most people are doing quietly and calling something else. Nagging. Stiff. Just how it…
NEW: Atlantis Landed. Then Nobody Went for Twelve Years
Space Shuttle Atlantis touched down on July 21 2011 and the shuttle program ended with it. By that point the…
A Canadian Telescope Caught a Canadian Astronaut Flying Past the Moon at 4 a.m
Artemis II splashdown is scheduled for 8:07 Eastern, and the Orion capsule is cooking toward Earth fast enough that reentry…
SHIFTHEADS: Canada Has a Syrup Reserve But No Oil Reserve. Priorities
Maple syrup fraud just became the most Canadian scandal possible. Quebec has a strategic reserve, a single desk authentication system,…
NEW – The Year the Shuttle Stopped and Everything Else Started
Throwback Thursday 2011 is the year everything was normal right up until it wasn’t. The Space Shuttle Atlantis glided home…
Shiftheads – She Was Denouncing Floor Crossers Last Week. This Week She Is One
Marilyn Gladue floor crossing to the Liberals is the kind of news that made Rob Breakenridge wonder if he was…
To Be or Not to Be. Also, What Are We Drinking?
Riz Ahmed’s Hamlet sets Shakespeare’s tragedy inside London’s South Asian community, keeps the original language almost entirely intact, and puts…
We Know the Photo. We Never Knew His Name. Not This Time
Artemis crew splashdown is at 8:07 Eastern tomorrow and before they come home there is one thing worth sitting with.…
Athletes Can’t Leave the Arena Anymore. It Follows Them Home
Athlete social media pressure has changed what it means to be a professional. It used to stop at the rink…
The Last Year Nobody Had Their Phone Out at a Concert
2011 was the last normal year. That’s not nostalgia. That’s what historians who study decades for a living actually call…
You’re Not Imagining It. Movies Have Gotten Longer
Movies getting longer is not a feeling. A researcher named Steven Follows checked the runtimes of 36,000 theatrically released films…
NEW – Nobody Expects Much Anymore. That’s Exactly the Problem
Above and beyond customer service has gotten so rare that when it happens, people put it on the internet and…
NEW – Smart Speakers: The MP Who Said Never. Then Did It Anyway
Customer service above and beyond has a hundred-thousand-dollar price tag on it tonight, and so does crossing a conservative floor…
Why space exploration still matters
Tony Chapman, host of the Chatter That Matters podcast, joins Shane Hewitt for a wide‑ranging conversation on space exploration, childhood…
Trump’s “art of the deal” or global extortion?
Host Shane Hewitt questions whether Donald Trump’s foreign policy approach amounts to extortion rather than negotiation. Connect with 580 CFRA…
SHIFTHEADS: Dan McTeague Has Never Seen Diesel Fall This Far This Fast
Gas prices dropping thirteen cents a liter in one day is news. Diesel falling twenty-eight cents a liter is something…
NEW – Over and Above Service: The Guy Who Picks Up His Own Phone
Customer service at a small business hits different when the number on the bottle goes straight to the guy who…
The World Is Getting Better by Every Measure. So Why Do We All Feel Like This?
Conspiracy theories don’t start with a villain. They start with a feeling, the specific uncomfortable feeling that somebody must be…
ICYMI – What Happens to Your Brain When You Start Talking Nonsense
Corporate jargon sounds like communication. Researchers built a test to find out if it actually is. Real mission statements went…
NEW – The Moon: Why Go Back? (And Why It Matters More This Time)
Artemis mission engineers call the moon a stepping stone. Not a destination. A rehearsal for Mars, for Titan, for whatever…
The Cure for Doom Scrolling Is 400,000 Kilometres Away
Space inspiration and doom scrolling are fighting for the same fifteen seconds of attention. One of them is winning right…
Two Weeks Ceasefire. Naming a Crater. The Toilet Is Broken. Good News Tuesday Is On.
Good News Tuesday Trump Iran ceasefire landed about twenty minutes before showtime. Trump agrees to suspend the bombing of Iran…
Artemis mission makes space history
The Artemis II crew made history this week, traveling further from earth than any humans before. Shane Hewitt and Kris…
How KitKat won after a chocolate heist
Marketing expert Tony Chapman joins Shane Hewitt to explain how KitKat turned a truck theft into a viral branding win…
NEW – Five Hundred Dollars to Find Out the Dog Is Fat and Fine
Good News Tuesday dog vet Easter story: Cora the golden retriever kept the household up all night on Good Friday,…
SHIFTHEADS: Artemis 2: Robots Would Do This Better. We Are Doing It Anyway. Dr. Sarah Rugheimer Explains Why.
Artemis 2 photos are coming back from around the moon and Dr. Sarah Rugheimer says go find the CNN gallery…
Trump Campaigned on No Foreign Wars. Here We Are.
Trump Iran ceasefire analysis from Matt Gurney starts with a question he has been sitting with all week: would everyone…
Shiftheads – Divorce: The Cash Was Gone in a Year. The House Took Thirteen to Buy.
Buying a house after divorce started with losing everything twice. Once in the divorce. Once in the spending that followed…
Air Miles Ends May 31st. Here Is What Happens to Your Points.
Air Miles Blue Rewards transition has a date and most people have not fully processed it yet. May 31st is…
NEW – Say Their Names: Captain Antoine Forrest and First Officer Mackenzie Gunther
Air Canada pilots names have been missing from the story that replaced them. Captain Antoine Forrest and First Officer Mackenzie…
ICYMI The Farthest Humans in History and Both Voices Were Canadian
Artemis 2 distance record broke the Apollo benchmark yesterday and the voices that marked it were both Canadian. Jeremy Hansen…
Bob’s Bits Came for Sandwiches. We Ended Up at the Draft Lottery. Don’t Ask How.
Vancouver Canucks are the worst team in the NHL and Bob Addison sent notes about celebrity sandwich marketing. The notes…
Opening the Account Is Not the Same as Investing It
Young people and money is a conversation that usually starts with what to open. Anita Bruinsma says the more important…
Why everyone matters in society
Shane Hewitt reflects on the idea that every individual plays a role in society, even when their impact isn’t immediately…
Victor Glover manually pilots critical spacecraft test
Shane Hewitt and Elena Hyde explain why a complex space mission required astronauts to manually fly the spacecraft instead of…
Carney promised fast‑tracking. What happened?
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s promise to fast‑track major projects is under scrutiny after deadlines were missed on a key memorandum…
SHIFTHEADS – He Turned His Treehouse Into a Spaceship. He Is Currently in Space
Jeremy Hansen astronaut story starts on a farm outside London, Ontario. He found circuit breakers in the barn and used…
NEW – Farthest Humans from Earth in History. By About 6,000 Kilometres
Artemis 2 mission update arrives from an astronomer who did not sleep well the night of the launch. The spacecraft…
SHIFTHEADS: Forty Percent Cheaper. Three to Four Percent Margins. Do the Math
Not-for-profit grocery stores are coming to Toronto and the NDP wants 50 of them across the country. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois…
Apollo 11: Six Hundred Million People. One Channel. One Moment
Apollo 11 1969 throwback lands on the week Artemis 2 launched and the comparison is impossible to resist. An estimated…
Missed Deadlines, $100 Oil, and a Beer Tax Nobody Asked For
Mark Carney Alberta MOU deadline was April 1st and it was missed. Rob Breakenridge says the frustration from the Business…
ICYMI – Your Great-Great-Grandchildren Will Have Lunch on the Moon. This Is Why It Matters
Artemis 2 launch emotional reaction is where Jen Gerson’s column began. She watched the launch with her family. Her husband…
What do aliens actually look like?
Shane Hewitt and Uncover Up podcast co‑host Nathan Radke discuss whether Hollywood films have shaped how people believe aliens look,…
Alien.gov explained: U.S. government and UFO disclosure
Shane Hewitt speaks with Uncover Up podcast co‑host Nathan Radke about renewed speculation around UFO disclosure after the U.S. government…
NEW – Inside Copy: Look, It Is a Lion. Oh My God. ($27 Million Lawsuit)
Nickelback made a four-minute movie with Megan Thee Stallion promoting Flamin’ Hot Dill Pickle Cheetos. It is real. It cost…
Ferris Bueller Was Almost Played By Who? Richard Crouse Has Thoughts
What makes an artist Canadian is the question Richard Crouse is putting to his new podcast Entertainment Is Broken after…
Booze n Reviews: The Worst Thing You Have Ever Done. One Answer Ends the Wedding
The Drama movie review comes with one warning from Richard Crouse: do not Google the twist before you watch. Zendaya…
SHIFTHEADS – The Year That Started With the Moon and Ended With Manson
1969 history has two halves that barely belong in the same year. The first half gives you Apollo 11 and…
Artemis II explained: Canada’s role in the moon mission
As Artemis II prepares to send astronauts around the moon, Ontario Science Centre astronomer Rachel Ward-Maxwell breaks down the mission’s…
What is Artemis II testing before moon landings?
Artemis II is a critical test flight that will send astronauts around the moon without landing. Ontario Science Centre astronomer…
The First Launch I Have Watched Since Challenger
Artemis 2 launched today and for one person watching, the last time a space launch was watched all the way…
Artemis II: Are astronauts nervous before launch?
As Canada prepares for Artemis II, Ontario Science Centre astronomer Rachel Ward-Maxwell explains how astronauts manage fear and excitement before…
NEW – A Rocket to the Moon and a Primetime Sideshow
Artemis 2 launch reaction is the kind of thing that surprises you. Lindsay Broadhead did not expect what she felt…
SHIFTHEADS: No Sandwiches in Space. That Rule Has Been There Since 1965 for Good Reason
Jeremy Hansen space launch is something Kris Abel has been waiting for since he met Hansen years before the mission…
NEW – Disclosure: You Draw a Flying Saucer Because of Movies. Not Because of Aliens
Alien conspiracy theories in 2025 are moving fast and Nathan Radke, who teaches this for a living, has been tracking…
Shiftheads – Jeremy Hansen Is Ready. The Rest of Us Are Nervous
Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen is going around the moon on Artemis 2 and Rachel Ward-Maxwell, who studies space for a…
ICYMI – If You Have to Explain It in Primetime, It Is Not Going Your Way
Trump Iran war speech ran tonight and Matt Gurney’s first observation was this: when a president goes on national television…
Why Couples Fight About “My Money” vs “Our Money”
Dr. Laurie Betito joins Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell to explain why money represents far more than numbers—it reflects identity,…
Why Money Talk Feels Taboo — And How It Hurts Love
Clinical psychologist Dr. Laurie Betito joins Shane Hewitt to discuss why money remains one of the most taboo topics in…
Auto‑Agents Gone Wrong: The Data Loss Warning
Shane Hewitt explains the dangers of giving AI agents unrestricted access to a personal computer, including real‑world incidents where systems…
Clawbot & Auto‑Agents: Are We Ready for This Risk?
Shane Hewitt discusses growing security concerns around new autonomous AI agents that run on personal computers while users sleep. With…
How Oil Deals Reveal the Real World of Power
Shane Hewitt outlines how recent decisions around Iranian and Russian oil shipments reveal the true nature of global power politics.…
Tragically Hip on SNL: The Untold Backstage Moments
Jake Gold joins Shane Hewitt for a Throwback Thursday look at The Tragically Hip’s iconic 1995 appearance on Saturday Night…
$47K Penalty: Does It Actually Hurt Big Grocers?
Shane Hewitt discusses whether recent fines totalling about $47,000 are meaningful penalties for billion‑dollar grocery chains. While the amount is…
It Is International Whiskey Day and Also Apparently Smashburger Day Is a Thing
International Whiskey Day lands on a Friday this year and World Theatre Day is today too, which means you can…
The Most Exciting Whisky Market in the World Is Canada
Canadian whisky has been reaching past its reputation and most people have not noticed yet. Stephen Beaumont says Canada is…
SHIFTHEADS: Say Their Names First: Air Canada Crash Fallout
Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau’s English-only statement after two pilots died had a problem that had nothing to do with…
NEW – Project Hail Mary Sold Out. Here Is What to Watch While You Wait
Space movies like Project Hail Mary do not come around often and the box office proved it. The biggest opening…
Not The Mama! Murdoch Dynasty v. Duck Dynasty
What to watch this weekend starts with Morgan Freeman narrating a visually stunning dinosaur documentary on Netflix called The Dinosaurs.…
ICYMI – Relationship Breakdowns: Money Is Not About Numbers
Money and relationships break down the same way every time: two people who never had the conversation discover they are…
NEW – AI Technology Did Not Wait for You to Read the Terms and Conditions
AI agents on your computer are already here and the checkbox most people ignore is the one that decides whether…
How Are You? Two in Five say Not OK
Declining mental health in Canada has a specific number attached to it now. Statistics Canada measured how many people reported…
Thank You Wave: Generous or an Evil Trap?
Staged car collisions in Canada are up 400 percent and the friendly wave is one of the most common setups.…
NEW – What Is the Smallest Amount You Would Actually Go Back For?
Grocery store refund stories have a threshold moment and this one involves potato peelings. Tony cooked the potato. Then he…
Canadian Oranges from Saskatchewan VIA Egypt
Maple washing is what happens when a grocery store uses the maple leaf to raise prices on a product that…
SHIFTHEADS: Food Prep vs Groceries: The Math Works Until You Open the Fridge
Meal kit delivery versus groceries is a math problem until you go back through the weeks and find the ordering-in…
THROWBACK THURSDAY 1995 – The Finance Minister Was Taking Your Calls. Live. On TV
1995 Canada had a finance minister who went on Canada AM and took unscreened phone calls from Canadians about his…
Shiftheads – WAR and OIL: The Background Is Now the Foreground
Alberta referendum votes on October 19th are drawing a line that will be hard to ignore once it is drawn.…
ICYMI – Fourteen Years Ago Gord Downey Was Way Ahead
Tragically Hip music has a way of arriving late for some people. Not because the songs changed but because the…
NEW – SNL 1995 with the Tragically Hip: He Said the Wrong Word and It was Accidental Genius
Tragically Hip Saturday Night Live 1995 started with Gord Downie walking out and saying the wrong first lyric. Instead of…
The $500,000 Movie That Made $15 Million + 2 Vince Vaughns
Movie theater comeback stories do not usually start with a $500,000 Canadian horror film made by people nobody has heard…
Where Did All the Leading Men Go?
Hollywood leading men are disappearing and Ed Conroy has a specific way of putting it: when Clooney and DiCaprio and…
NEW You’ll Bet on a Slot Machine But Not on Yourself
Gambling on yourself is the one bet most people will not take. A slot machine run by a casino with…
NEW – Las Vegas Is Now in Your Pocket. Nobody Wrote the Rules for That
Sports betting in Canada is now in the broadcast, embedded in the commentary before the game even starts. Jamie Ellerton…
Cash‑Out Panic? A Warning Sign You’re Betting Too Much
Shane Hewitt breaks down why the early cash‑out feature in sports betting isn’t the “safety net” it’s marketed as. He…
SHIFTHEADS: The Kid Who Watched Hannah Montana Is Running the Meeting Now
Hannah Montana turns 20 this year, and the kids who came home from school and put it on are now…
Secrecy Excuses? Why Whistleblowers Matter
Shane Hewitt discusses how claims of “national security secrecy” are often used to shield misconduct rather than protect the public.…
Should the PM Come Home?
Shane Hewitt speaks with Jamie Ellerton and Lindsey Broadhead about whether the Prime Minister needs to shift focus back to…
What Did You Watch When You Were 10 Years Old?
By the Power of Grayskull versus the Biggest Pop Star in the World. Generational TV shows tell you everything about…
Shiftheads – A Secret Is Only a Secret If Something Is at Risk
Whistleblower versus leaker is not just a legal category. It is the question of who gets to decide what the…
ICYMI – SORA: I Told You So, Love Greg Fish
OpenAI Sora shut down after a couple of months, Disney pulled a billion-dollar deal, and Greg Fish has been saying…
NEW – Sora, Not Sora: Are You the AI Conductor or Passenger
AI replacing jobs is already happening, but Tony Chapman says the mechanism is not what most people think. It is…
The Casino Is in Your Pocket Now
Gambling addiction signs start long before anyone loses everything. Melissa Toney-Williams names the quiet ones: missing social events, hiding what…
The Complaint Isn’t About the Chicken
Complaints are requests in disguise, and most people stop one layer too soon to see it. The meal kit was…
You’re Paying More Than Cable Now and Getting Ads again
Streaming service costs have quietly crossed a line most people did not notice. What started at seven dollars a month…
NEW – Boomer-Zoomer Free Yellow Payphone Solving Loneliness
Good News Tuesday has a payphone story tonight. It is yellow, it sits in a university coffee shop in Boston,…
Stop Complaining Vaguely: Get Specific, Get Solutions
Shane Hewitt and his Rachel Levy discuss how vague complaints fuel stress, reactivity and the “fight‑flight‑freeze” response at work and…
Are We Too Set in Our Routines to Date Again?
Shane Hewitt and his Jen Kirsch explore whether adults use age, routines and fatigue as excuses to avoid dating or…
NEW – Every Generation Thinks They Invented Turning 30
Turning 30 as a millennial looked like a death sentence from a distance. Bed by nine. No more fun. House,…
Matt Gurney: Canada’s Normal Just Isn’t Good Enough
Canadian government inefficiency is not really about failure. It is about expectation. Matt Gurney has one example that makes that…
Stuck Complaining? Clarity Might Be the Fix
Shane Hewitt and his Rachel Levy explain how vague complaints often mask the real issues and prevent people from solving…
The Robot Showed Up for Its Shift at McDonald’s
Humanoid robots at McDonald’s are not a concept anymore. Shanghai is testing four of them right now: one in full…
You Built a Great Life. Someone’s Trying to Get In.
Dating after 50 puts a question on the table that nobody talks about out loud: is this chemistry, or is…
ICYMI – Complainers: What Are They Actually Asking For?
Why we complain is rarely the story we tell ourselves about it. Leadership consultant Rachel Levy draws the line between…
Shiftheads – Bob’s Bits: The No-Plan Plan That Actually Worked
Spring break with a teenager and Bob Addison’s plan was simply: call it an adventure day. One rainy Vancouver Thursday…
SHIFTHEADS Why Saying Hi Is the Actual Answer to Loneliness
Talking to strangers statistically works out better than anyone walking into it believes it will. Three hundred participants. A week-long…
The Soap That Hates Rabbits and the Phone That Hates Apps
DIY household hacks this useful are already sitting in your bathroom cabinet and kitchen drawer, waiting. Two things most people…
ICYMI: Getting Flamed: When You Speak Up for a Stranger
Stepping into a stranger’s conversation about vaccines in 2025 should have gone badly. The bartender doing the teasing was expected…
Your ‘Money Story’ vs Reality: What We Get Wrong
Personal finance expert Jessica Moorhouse joins host Shane Hewitt to discuss why seasonal stress, rising costs and constant negative news…
NEW – 200,000 Canadians a Year Leave Hospital Sicker
Hospital-acquired infections affect 200,000 Canadians every year and kill 12,000 of them. These aren’t people who arrived critically ill. These…
How a Fire Truck Changes Everything on Final Approach
LaGuardia Air Canada crash investigators are working through wreckage after the crash, and the question at the centre of it…
A Mustard Seed, a Basketball, and Ryan Gosling in Space
Project Hail Mary science hides something real that the movie barely touches, and Dr. Elaina Hyde found it. The microbes…
Alexa Phone Coming? Amazon’s ‘Transformer’ Project Leak
Shane Hewitt discusses new reports that Amazon may return to the smartphone market with an AI‑driven device code‑named Transformer. The…
NEW – Monday Study: The Price of Everything Going Up, Including War
Iran conflict costs are landing on a Saskatchewan farm before the planting season even starts. Trump said he’ll keep bombing…
ICYMI – Why Financial Anxiety Arrives Before the Bill Does
Financial anxiety has a way of arriving before the bill does. Somewhere between the morning news and the gas station…
Would You Choose Your Partner Again Today?
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Laurie Betito about how couples can rebuild intimacy by communicating openly about fears, aging,…
Kids Using AI for Everything? Why 2026 Classrooms Are Changing
Host Shane Hewitt explains how artificial intelligence has shifted from a novelty to a default tool for students in 2026.…
The Legend Who Became a Meme and Owned Every Second of It
Chuck Norris’s legacy hit different for the generation that never watched his movies. They knew his name every single day…
Pierre Poilievre Went on Joe Rogan and Nobody Saw This Coming
Pierre Poilievre on Joe Rogan was always going to be a moment worth watching. What nobody predicted was that the…
NEW – AFROMAN: He Was Gonna Sue the Cops. Turns Out He Did
Afroman’s defamation case win started with a police raid that found absolutely nothing. No drugs. No kidnapping victims. Just lemon…
NEW – Chuck Norris, Project Hail Mary, and Everything Worth Watching This Weeken
What to watch this weekend is usually a Friday question with easy answers. This Friday it comes with a little…
Shiftheads – Dr Laurie: Would You Choose Your Partner Again Today?
Silver split divorces are rising faster than any other age group and the moment most couples point to is the…
ICYMI – The AI Native Generation Isn’t Waiting for Permission
Kids and AI is not a novelty story anymore. It’s baked in. The resume, the social post, the cover letter,…
Walk. Water. Protein. That’s Actually It
Health transformation is visible before most people can name it. Not in a before-and-after photo, but in someone’s eyes. The…
Ed Hardy Is Back. So Is Everything Else from 2003
2003 nostalgia is running at full speed, and not just the fun parts. Every high school kid outside a Starbucks…
NEW – Gas Was 80 Cents. Toronto Houses Were $293,000. That Was Twenty Three Years Ago Tonight
Throwback Thursday 2003 hits on the actual date: March 19th, when America announced the Iraq invasion. Gas was 80 cents…
SHIFTHEADS: The Iran Story Everyone Is Missing (It’s Not About Oil)
Diesel prices in Canada are up 11 cents by Saturday morning alone. Six cents Friday, five Saturday, four to five…
Gas Prices, Pipelines & MAID Policy: What’s Changing?
Rob Breckenridge joins Shane Hewitt to break down why gasoline prices are rising nationwide and how global supply pressures are…
Is Podcasting the New Power Move in Politics?
Shane Hewitt and Rob Breakenridge discusses why major long‑form podcasts have become valuable platforms for public figures looking to reach…
NEW – Fish Where the Fish Are: Poilievre, Rogan, and the Case for Canada
MAID Alberta restrictions are moving while the federal government is still working out what to do. Alberta is blocking mental…
ICYMI – Inside Copy: Someone Is Watching Every NHL Player’s Instagram Follows. All 700 of Them
NHL player social media is now a 24-hour surveillance operation and the results are exactly what you would expect. NHL…
Shiftheads – Twenty Three Years Later and the Pattern Is Running Again
Iraq War lessons from 2003 are back on the table tonight, and the conversation does not land softly. This week…
NEW – WAR in 2003: Twenty Years On and the Streets Are Quiet
Anti-war apathy is the thing historians notice first. In 2003 the marches started before the bombs did. Main streets shut…
Project Hail Mary: The Rotisserie Chicken That Stole the Movie
867-5309 became a cancer helpline. Richard Crouse has the story, and it changes the way you hear that song. Tommy…
The Carbon Tax Went Away. Your Grocery Bill Didn’t Hear About It
Canadian food prices are about to move again, and the shift started long before anything reached a shelf. The industrial…
80 Percent of People Believe This (Including You, Probably)
Conspiracy theories, according to research, are believed by about 80 percent of people. Not the fringe. Not the outliers. Most…
NEW – Smart Speakers: The 3.8 Restaurant Might Be the Best One on the Block
Fake online reviews tell you less than you’d think, and the surveys that were supposed to fix the problem are…
SHIFTHEADS: Online Reviews and Ratings – “Obsessed” Is the Tell
Online reviews have a tell. When a TikTok video uses the word “obsessed,” that is the giveaway. Add “epic.” Add…
NEW – Why You Trust the Three-Star Review
Confirmation bias shapes pain. In a controlled study, people physically rated discomfort differently based on fictional peer ratings they saw…
Shiftheads – Conspiracy Trap: You’re Not Gullible. You’re Depleted. There’s a Difference
Conspiracy thinking finds you when you feel most alone. You are more connected than any human in history right now,…
ICYMI – Don’t Trust The AI Report That Said AI Is Awesome
AI job apocalypse reports land differently when the company publishing them sells the AI doing the replacing. Anthropic released a…
Impact over Intention: Be One of Many
International Women’s Day marketing usually announces itself. The Mercedes “Be One of Many” campaign did not. No product, no pitch,…
Car Buying Scams: The Smoke Was Real. The Damage Wasn’t
Used car scams don’t always start online. Two strangers showed up at a man’s driveway, sprayed oil on his engine…
The St. Patrick’s Day (We Wish It Were Real) Playlist That Got Us Party Ready
AI Irish songs have a strange way of sounding like they always existed. This St. Patrick’s Day, an AI account…
NEW – Ireland’s Mark on the World: The Peace Walls Still Lock at Night
Irish history left its mark on places that never knew it was coming. Eighty thousand Irish indentured servants shaped the…
Today’s Good News Tuesday! Comes With Sticker Shock
Housing prices in a fifteen-year-old newspaper will do something to your stomach that no current data report can. $399,000, brand…
NEW- Inside Copy: First Cousin Marriages – Allowed in Florida and…
First cousin marriage is legal in Canada. That is the thing nobody looks up because they assume the answer. Florida…
Shiftheads – One Shift at a Time Isn’t Just Hockey Advice
Multiple myeloma has one ask this March: know the name. Ted Nolan didn’t know it until his blood work came…
ICYMI – What Coffee Tastes Like When Your Taste Buds Are Built Differently
Super taster sounds like a compliment. It isn’t. It’s a genetic condition where bitter tastes register so intensely that coffee…
NEW – If the Date Only Works Because It’s Expensive, That’s Not Chemistry
The cost of dating just cleared $170 a night, and that is before the second round. More than half of…
Canada’s World Cup Kit Says Frozen Lake. Everybody’s Seeing Outer Space.
Canada’s World Cup kit 2026 is here, and Bob Addison already has a verdict on the black one. You see…
OSCARS: Conan Hosted. Matt Berry Stole It.
The 2025 Oscars recap starts somewhere nobody expected: a voice in the background that turned every winner announcement into something…
NEW – Spring Home Fixes Start in the Places You Were Hoping to Ignore
Home DIY repairs arrive whether you are ready for them or not. You notice the droppings. You realize the doorbell…
ICYMI – What Would It Take for Canada to Own Its Own Internet?
Digital sovereignty in Canada is a practical question and your Gmail account is the starting point. You have probably used…
NEW – What $60,000 US Gets You in Costa Rica (You Keep It the Whole Time)
Canadian retirement abroad is probably not what you think it costs. It is a form, a deposit, and in some…
Shiftheads – The Irish Whiskey Aisle Has Never Had More Worth Trying
Irish whiskey is in the middle of one of the more exciting moments in its history, and the shelf at…
SHIFTHEADS: Trump Wants the Allies He Burned. The World Ignores Cuba Going Dark.
Trump’s foreign policy has a pattern and this week ran it again. You watched him ask the allies he tariffed…
NEW – The Most Boring Money Advice Is the Best Money Advice
Financial literacy resources are everywhere and you’ve probably trusted the wrong ones. You ask AI and get a wall of…
Metallica, Vegas, and the $10,000 Birthday Party That Didn’t Happen
Las Vegas Sphere concert pricing comes with a number you haven’t done yet. You have a budget in your head…
NEW – A Missile Hit Camp Canada and Nobody Said Anything for Days
Trump war fever in Iran is not just a political story. You read a post this week about killing as…
SHIFTHEADS: Celine Dion Did This First and Everyone Thought She Was Finished
Vegas concert residency economics started shifting the moment someone decided the audience should travel to the artist. You have done…
NEW – What The Hell To Watch: Six Picks, One Hard Pass, and a Movie That Might Break You
What to watch this weekend matters more when the platforms are actively burying the answer. You know the scroll. You’ve…
Shiftheads – People Discuss Open Marriages Before Admitting You Sleep Separately
Sleep divorce is the thing most couples won’t call anything at all. You know the 3am math: snoring, heat, restless…
ICYMI – The AI Debate Your Industry Is Having Isn’t the Right One
AI and film jobs in Canada are the conversation happening in your industry whether the industry is ready to have…
NEW – You’ve Been Treating Your Insomnia With a Placebo
Insomnia treatment that works exists. You probably haven’t been offered it. You’ve tried melatonin, cut the screens, kept the room…
The Pajama Line Nobody Can Agree On
Pajamas in public draw a line you didn’t know you had until someone crosses it. You’re at the grocery store.…
NEW – The Year the Internet Started
Canada 1989 is the year you are still paying for, in both directions. Gas was fifty cents a litre. Groceries…
SHIFTHEADS: Seventeen Million People Had Opinions About Pajamas In a Grocery Store
Shopping in pajamas used to mean you were sick or it was Saturday morning. You’ve seen it now on your…
NEW – Your MP Just Changed Parties. Nobody Asked You
Floor crossing in Canada puts you in a position nobody voted for. Your MP just joined the party you didn’t…
Shiftheads – His Boss Said No. He Built the Internet Anyway
The invention of the internet started with one researcher who could not find his data. You know that feeling. Files…
NEW – Leakers vs Whistleblowers: When the Person You Hired Knows Too Much
Your insider threat at work is already inside. You hired them because they were skilled. You gave them the files,…
ICYMI – The Fortnite Leak That Came From Inside the Building
Fortnite leaks are not supposed to come from the inside. You picture a hacker, a back door, someone typing fast…
Richard Crouse: This Study Proved Walter White Is More Real Life Than Anyone Thought
Cancer diagnosis criminal behaviour was the subject of a real scientific study, and it puts you somewhere uncomfortable before you…
The Guy Who Lives in the Past Says Stop Living in the Past
The nostalgia industry has a secret and you are already paying for it. You pulled up that old show last…
NEW: Your $168 Flight Isn’t $168
Airline hidden fees have turned flight booking into a guessing game. You find a $168 ticket to Calgary and click…
NEW – Smart Speakers: Your $168 Flight Is a $700 Problem
Airline drip pricing turns a $168 fare into a $700 problem before you finish booking. You have the dates. You…
SHIFTHEADS: What the Iran Conflict Could Do to Your Summer Flight
Summer flight prices are already a moving target, and a war in Iran just put them in motion again. You…
NEW – Ryan Finally Watched Jaws. All because of a Lego Set
Jaws 50th anniversary means a lot of things, but mostly it means someone you know has still never seen it.…
Shiftheads – The CIA Spent 20 Years Trying to Build a Psychic Army
CIA Stargate Project files are declassified and you can pull them yourself right now. Type the name into any search…
The Tool That Keeps Telling You It Doesn’t Need You
AI human agency is the thing the pitch keeps asking you to hand over. You get the new tool. You…
NEW – The Real Reason Old Stuff Never Stays Old
Nostalgia merchandise already has a room in your home. You are on a video call and there is a Stormtrooper…
SCAMS: Your Shame Is Part of the Business Model
Online scams and fraud in Canada quietly cost billions, because most people never say a word. You lose money to…
NEW – The Day Your Neighbour’s Good News Became Yours
Good news habits compound, and you are probably already doing it without realising. You show up on a Tuesday with…
Good News Tuesday: When a Stranger Decides You Are Worth Showing Up For
Good news habits run on one rule: it counts if it counts to you. You text in your maple syrup…
SHIFTHEADS: Your List of Reasons to Stay at Your Bank Just Got Smaller
Canada Post banking just became a real conversation, and it starts with a number you probably recognise. You check your…
NEW – Think You Can? One Drive. Zero Rules Broken. Go.
Your driving habits are harder to spot than you think, and one challenge proves it. You commit to a single…
Shiftheads – Canadian Government: The Levers Aren’t Connected to Anything
Mark Carney’s communications have a specific blind spot, and you see it most clearly when the stakes are highest. You…
Can You Drive 7 Days Without Breaking a Single Rule?
Shane Hewitt describes a class exercise challenging participants to go seven days without breaking a single traffic law, revealing how…
ICYMI – What You Need To Know That Your Kid Is Actually Learning By Online Gaming
Video game benefits rarely get the headline, but the numbers make the case before the conversation even starts. More than…
NEW – Video Game Addiction: The Hours Don’t Tell You Everything
Video game addiction in kids might not be what you think you’re looking for. Your kid plays 15 hours a…
Your Tax Pile Might Be Easier this Year – April 30th Is Getting Closer
CRA tax changes for 2026 arrive during the season most Canadians spend actively avoiding the subject. You have a deadline…
Your Favourite App Just Got Put on Probation
TikTok Canada continuing feels like the end of a story, but it is closer to the beginning of a different…
Date Night: Tony Says “Don’t Send That Text to Your Ex”
Getting back with your ex starts with something small. A dream that leaves your chest tight at 2am. A run-in…
The Pipe Under Your Street Has a Secret
Aging water infrastructure under your city is running on borrowed time, and you would never know it from your tap.…
NEW – Handy Andy: Everything Your Balcony Could Be Doing
Vertical vegetable gardening and growing from seed will quietly make you the most interesting gift-giver in your neighbourhood. You put…
SHIFTHEADS: The Pump Price That Works Against You and For You at the Same Time
Oil price volatility in Canada puts you in a strange position every time you fill up. You pay more at…
Why Reddit Kept Its Rules When Everything Else Didn’t
Social media doom scrolling used to mean wasting time. Now it means being marketed at by people you never followed,…
Doomsday Clock: The Same AI That Cured Diseases Can Build Them, Too
The doomsday clock hitting 85 seconds to midnight is the kind of fact that lands hard and then disappears into…
ICYMI – Monday Study Panel – Cost of Business in Farms and Cities
The $200,000 Fuel Bill and the $30 Grocery Run Gas prices impact on farmers this week is the reason your…
NEW – The Worst Time to Check Your Investments Is Right Now
Financial panic investing has a trigger and right now you’re surrounded by them. The gas price on the sign jumped…
The Sweatpants Sofa Party Is a Valid Life Choice
Millennial party culture has a specific before and after and you lived through both sides of it. Before: Project X…
NEW – Nobody Has Defined What Winning Looks Like
Iran war unconditional surrender sounds decisive until you ask what comes after. You are watching a conflict that has been…
SHIFTHEADS: Inside Copy: I Lost at Poker. I’m Taking Me a Flamingo
Vegas flamingo kidnapping is a sentence that exists now, and the man responsible is Canadian, which honestly tracks. You lose…
NEW – The Business Case Canadian Oil Just Showed (AGAIN!)
Shane Rants:Canadian energy self-sufficiency has an argument and right now you are paying it every time you fill up. Diesel…
Shiftheads – Pixar Is Back, Frankenstein Has Dance Sequences, and SCTV Is Finally All Online!
MOVIES: Pixar Is Back and Frankenstein Has Dance Sequences New movies this weekend include a Pixar film that the people…
ICYMI You’re Next to Me But You’re Really Not With Me
Phone ruining relationships has a clinical name now and you have probably done it this week. Phubbing is phone snubbing,…
NEW – One Wire. Every Country. No Shared Story
AI disinformation looks different depending on where you are standing and your version of this conflict is almost certainly not…
The French Fry You’re Eating Has 30 Ingredients. Your Parents’ Fries Had Three
Ultra processed foods are changing what you eat without you noticing. You order french fries thinking you’re getting a potato.…
Your Brain Has a Cleaning Cycle and Meditation Can Run It
Meditation brain science just found something that had never been recorded before and it changes the case for why any…
Posthumous Albums: One Last Music Gift or the Last Grab for Cash
Posthumous music releases have always forced you to decide how you feel about something the artist never got to approve.…
Throwback Thursday: We Can’t Tell If This Budget Is From 1997 or This Morning
1997 Canada nostalgia stops being fun right about when the budget comes out. You pull up Paul Martin’s federal budget…
SHIFTHEADS: Cheese Curds, Potholes, and a Protected Name
Quebec cheese curd designation is about geography, not quality, and that gap is where things get interesting. You have bought…
Shiftheads – Did Alberta’s Budget Fixed Itself Again This Week?
Alberta oil revenue swings don’t just move the economy. They move the entire political conversation, and last week’s deficit just…
NEW – What Biggie’s Legacy Actually Built
Biggie Smalls’ legacy runs deeper than the music, and you’ve been living inside its business model for 30 years without…
ICYMI – Notorious BIG: The Young Kid Who Made Ready to Die at 20
Hip hop golden age doesn’t get a better case study than Biggie, and when you do the math it hits…
NEW – Diana Did It First and Nobody Has Matched It Since
Princess Diana’s influence never really left, and you’re still living inside what she built. You follow people online who post…
Richard Crouse – Spice Girl Greed and Boozy Hockey Drinks!
Turns Out Girl Power Only Goes As Far as a DollarSpice Girls trademark lawyers just shut down a 22-year-old who…
The War You’re Already Paying For
Global conflict is hitting your wallet in ways nobody is connecting for you. You saw the fuel price and kept…
NEW – Smart Speakers: The News Is Loud. It’s Also Missing You
What the news isn’t telling you right now fits in one sentence: the things happening far away are already in…
Seeking Soulmates – Only 8% Are Still In the Pool
The dating recession in Canada is real, and you are probably not surprised. A new Nanos poll for the Globe…
NEW- The Prehistoric Hookup That’s Wired Into You
Neanderthal DNA is not ancient history. It is in you right now, between 1 and 2% of your genome, and…
Shiftheads – Comic Books: You Grew Up. The Scam Didn’t
Online scams feel like something that happened to other people, not you. You’ve seen the AI-generated fitness transformation video, the…
War Tensions Push Bitcoin Up $4K in 24 Hours
Shane Hewitt breaks down a sharp surge in Bitcoin, which climbed more than $4,000 US in 24 hours to surpass…
Your Cancer Scan Might Soon Have a New Second Opinion
AI medical diagnosis is already catching cancers that trained doctors miss, and within months of using it, those same doctors…
NEW – From A Writer: What It Actually Costs to Call Yourself a Creator
Living a creative life, you were told, was about freedom. You built the thing you wanted. You showed up. You…
ICYMI – Marketing War: Whose Story Are You Actually Living?
War propaganda and the ad served to you thirty seconds ago use the same playbook, and you’re already inside it.…
“Best Coach Ever”: Adam Redmond on Lessons That Last
Skills and development coach Adam Redmond joins Shane Hewitt to discuss what defines a great coach and how coaching, mentorship…
Good News Tuesday: Because Some Days You Need Someone to Go First
Good News Tuesday exists because some days you need someone to go first. You have been carrying something this week,…
NEW – Good News Tuesday: The Antidote to the Week You Just Had
Good News Tuesday is not pretending the hard stuff is not there. You feel the weight of 2026 and you…
Todd’s Final Message: How a Friend Knew Something Was Wrong
Shane Hewitt recalls the emotional story of his mentor Todd, the bond they shared, and the moment he realized something…
SHIFTHEADS:The People Who Inspired You Were Almost Never Supposed to Be There
The people who inspired you most were probably not in your plan. You did not find them on purpose. They…
NEW – You Have Been Saying Yes to Internet Cookies. Here Is What That Actually Costs You.
Internet cookies are on every website you visit and you have been saying yes to all of them. You click…
Your Quiet Kid and the Team That Might Be Exactly Right for Them
Shy kids in sports is a question worth sitting with if you have a quiet child at home. You watch…
Your Browser Is Tracking You: Carmi Levy Explains
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with tech analyst Carmi Levy about how websites use cookies to track users across the internet.…
ICYMI – WHAT MAKES A GOOD COACH: The Coach Your Kid Never Forgets Wasn’t the Loudest One in the Room
What makes a good coach? You have had one. You know the feeling of someone putting you in a situation…
Iran, Israel, and the Part of the War Plan Nobody Has Written Yet
Iran Israel war analysis is all over your feed right now and most of it sounds confident. You are watching…
Apple Promised You the Future. This Week They Just Updated the Usual Stuff.
Instagram teen safety is not something most parents think about until they need to, and by then it is usually…
What If Joining a Cartel Is the Rational Choice?
Mexican cartel corruption starts with a choice you’ve probably never faced. Your options are starvation, death, or work for an…
ICYMI: The Great BC Time Change: More Math Than Anyone Expected
BC daylight saving time is permanent now. You’re the one who has to live with what comes next. Your Vancouver…
Hidden Monthly Costs: What to Cut First
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with a personal‑finance guest about how Canadians can reduce spending by identifying low‑value expenses rather than…
The Myth That’s Been Running Your Clock for 100 Years
Daylight saving time arrives next week and it’s coming for your Sunday morning. You lose an hour of sleep, drag…
NEW – Handy Andy’s Garden is Planted and Yard is Ready! (He’s Clearly Not in Ottawa)
What’s Actually in Your Potting Mix (Hint: No Soil) Potting mix and potting soil sound identical but one of them…
Why 46% of Global Food Is Wasted—And How to Fix It
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with a company leader whose mission is to reduce global food waste, noting that nearly 46…
NEW – The $50 Move That Beats Every Budget Spreadsheet You’ve Ever Abandoned
Retirement savings advice usually starts with a budget, and budgets usually fail. You build the categories, track the spending for…
What Can Canada Learn About Our Readiness from the US/Israel Attack on Iran?
Richard Shimooka discusses the technology used in the first weekend of the war, and discusses with Shane Hewitt the gaps…
The Last Blood Moon Canada Gets for Three Years
Canada’s total lunar eclipse in 2026 is happening once, and this is it. You set the alarm, step outside, and…
ICYMI – The Dealership’s First Question Is a Trap. Don’t Answer It.
Car loan debt in Canada is heading somewhere Americans have already been, and the first question at any dealership is…
B.C. Sticks to Daylight Time—Here’s What It Means
Host Shane Hewitt discusses Premier David Eby’s decision for British Columbia to remain on permanent daylight time, honouring a pledge…
The $3,800 You’re Throwing Out Every Year Without Realizing
Food waste savings of $3,800 a year are already in your refrigerator. You open it, grab what looks good, cook…
NEW – Stories From the Weekend – Canola Tariff Help and Observations of the Iran War
Canola tariffs just dropped, and if you grow canola or know someone who does, you felt this week land differently.…
The Hidden Power of Human Connection
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with a guest from a national human‑connection initiative about why simply being around others does not…
Why We Don’t Recognize Our Own Loneliness
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with a national human‑connection advocate who says most people misunderstand loneliness, including herself when she founded…
AI Search Changes Everything for Marketing
Host Shane Hewitt discusses how AI‑driven search is upending traditional “buy Google ads” playbooks and opening new discovery paths for…
How Small Connections Can Change Your Life
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with Pete Bombaci, CEO of GenWell, about Canada’s growing loneliness problem and why micro‑interactions matter as…
Why Micro‑Connections Matter: New Canadian Campaign
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with a representative from a Canadian social‑connection initiative about the launch of new Moments of Connection…
Food Pricing Power: Charlebois Warns About Market Control
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with food policy expert Sylvain Charlebois about the growing concerns over grocery dominance in Canada. Charlebois…
Brady Tkachuk Fixed It Right
You already know what you think about cancel culture in sports. A US hockey player laughs at the wrong moment…
NEW – Single Women Are “Living Their Truth”. Single Men Are Just Sad, Apparently
Single men stereotypes have exactly two settings right now, and neither of them is accurate. You’re either a playboy or…
SHIFTHEADS: 52% of Canadians Feel Lonely Every Week. Are You One of Them?
Loneliness and human connection have a measurement problem, and the number from Genwell’s own Canadian research lands harder than most…
Paul McCartney Didn’t Know If He’d Ever Write Music Again
Your weekend streaming picks just got more interesting than you planned. Prime Video has a Paul McCartney documentary that has…
Shiftheads – Canada Is Selling LNG to India and That Is Actually the Eco Story Nobody Is Telling
Canadian politics and trade collided this week in ways that cut across the usual lines. India is growing at four…
El Mencho vs Escobar: Expert on What Happens Next
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with Jean Daillant, associate professor at Carleton University’s Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, about the…
The Town That Invented Hockey Wants Its Credit Back
You think you know the hockey birthplace Canada story. You probably picture Montreal or maybe Kingston. Sports historian Danny Dill…
The Sidewalk in Front of Your House Belongs to the City. The Ice on It Is Your Problem
Winter slip and fall liability is more complicated than the patch of ice you’re standing on. The sidewalk that cuts…
Night Owls Score Higher on Cognitive Tests. Multiple Studies. Same Result
Night owl and early bird brain differences run deeper than when you set your alarm. If you stay up late…
NEW – Google Is Giving You a Customized Answer. It Is Not Giving You the Right One
AI search disruption is already changing what you find when you search, and the result is not neutral. Google’s AI…
Alberta Spending Surge: Breckenridge Breaks It Down
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with Calgary commentator Rob Breckenridge about Alberta’s new budget, rising spending and the province’s shifting referendum…
Will Taking Out El Mencho Actually Fix Anything? Colombia Knows
Pablo Escobar died in December 1993, and whether that made things better is still genuinely open. You’ve seen a new…
Throwback Thursday: Canada Had Three Prime Ministers in 1993
Best city to raise a family in Canada? You already have the answer without thinking about it. Your hometown gets…
SHIFTHEADS: Canada’s Small Towns Often Have One Grocery Store. That’s Not an Accident
Grocery competition in Canada is vanishing from your town before you ever realize it’s gone. The grocer down the street…
NEW – Half of Those Players Probably Didn’t Want to Be There
The US Canada hockey rivalry just landed in uncomfortable territory, and you felt it watching that clip. You saw the…
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Picks: Who Deserves It?
Host Shane Hewitt gives rapid‑fire Yes/No verdicts on the 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame performer nominees. He weighs…
Letter Writing Comeback: Andrea Raymond Wong Explains
Host Shane Hewitt speaks with Andrea Raymond Wong, co‑founder of the Toronto Letter Writers Society, about why handwritten letters still…
Electric Circus: The Original TikTok Dance Floor
Shane Hewitt explores the evolution of MuchMusic’s Electric Circus, including how host Monica Deol helped shift the show from daytime…
Gen Z Writing Style: No Caps, More Vibes
Shane Hewitt discusses why many Gen Z writers avoid capital letters, framing the shift as a move toward conversational, less…
You Keep Every Handwritten Letter. You Delete Every Email
Handwritten letters sitting in a drawer right now, you know exactly which ones they are. You have not thrown a…
Shiftheads – Colombia Got Less Violent After Escobar Died. It Also Now Ships Four Times More Cocaine
The Pablo Escobar and El Mencho comparison lands differently once you hear the Colombia data. Violence dropped significantly after Escobar…
Your Favourite Show Is Already Booking Your Next Vacation Rental
Movie tourism just turned your watchlist into a travel bucket list. You can rent the actual cottage from Heated Rivalry…
NEW – Electric Circus Shouldn’t Have Happened (That’s Why It Worked)
Canadian TV nostalgia for Electric Circus hits different when you realize nobody in charge thought it should work. You got…
NEW – First the Calculator, and now AI Is Doing the Work. That’s Exactly the Problem
AI and job satisfaction are moving in opposite directions and most workplaces haven’t noticed yet. You finish the day having…
Your Tech Keeps Breaking On Purpose
Buggy software frustrates you, and the people who shipped it felt the same way when they sent it. You open…
The Letter You Keep Meaning to Write
Letters to your kids about who they are before you have to leave them. You’ve probably thought about it. Maybe…
Shiftheads – The CIA Made a Sex Tape and Decided Nobody Would Believe It
CIA secret operations history has a documented file titled Happy Days. It’s 1959. Indonesia. The CIA wants to discredit a…
Tony Chapman: Why Today’s Youth Must Reinvent Themselves
Shane Hewitt speaks with Tony Chapman, host of Chatter That Matters, about why young people face a shifting career landscape…
Should Government Decide Where Students Study?
Shane Hewitt speaks with Michael Sangster about the importance of protecting federal and provincial student grants that help low‑income learners…
NEW – The Parent Who Does Everything Is Guaranteeing the Wrong Outcome
Youth career advice usually sounds like a plan. Tony Chapman’s version starts earlier and goes somewhere different. His mom rented…
SHIFTHEADS: 71% Land Directly in Their Field. The Backup Plan Is Outperforming the Plan
Career college in Canada has a number most people haven’t heard and it’s worth stopping on. 71% of graduates go…
NEW – Fund Them. But Fund Them With a Plan
Canadian athlete funding is worth having and both people in this conversation agree on that. What they don’t agree on…
Mexico Fake News AI: The Cartel Knew You’d Share It
Fake news detection just got a harder test, and the cartels just raised the bar. You’re watching Mexico unravel in…
The Little Robot Rides the Power Line Like a Zip Line
Robots and AI technology just solved two problems you didn’t know had the same answer. After an ice storm in…
Saturn Is Visible Tonight and the Rings Aren’t the Story
Your next chance to see Saturn is tonight, low in the western sky just after sunset, and you don’t need…
NEW – How to Train Your Dino: The Fossil That Appeared Millions of Years Too Early
Evolution textbook timelines tell you when specific adaptations appeared. You learned herbivores developed complex plant-shredding teeth at a specific point…
315M‑Year Fossil Found: Dr. Maddin Reveals New Species
Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Hillary Maddin of Carleton University about a newly identified 315‑million‑year‑old fossil discovered in Nova Scotia,…
Are Your Friends Making You Spend More?
Shane Hewitt speaks with Melissa Leong about how friendships and peer groups influence financial behaviour. The discussion highlights why comparison…
Shiftheads – How to Have the Money Talk Before It Becomes a Fight
Money and relationships break down together and the timing of that break is more predictable than you’d think. You wait.…
Why Canada’s Prime Minister Is Always Somewhere Else
Mark Carney is meeting heads of state while Canada debates desk counts, and you might be reading that backwards. The…
SHIFTHEADS: More Grocery Store News is Real. Are Cheaper Grocery Prices Real too?
Loblaws expansion in 2026 puts 70 new stores across the country with a $2.4 billion price tag, and the headline…
Netflix Will Pay for Your $400,000 Wedding. There’s One Catch.
Wedding budget math is brutal and someone just found the loophole. If you got engaged on Love is Blind, Netflix…
Your Good News Is in There. You Just Have to Look for It.
Good News Tuesday works because you train yourself to look, and the looking changes what you find. Your day goes…
Good News Tuesday: Canada’s First Competitive Bodybuilder with Down Syndrome Is Doing the Heavy Lifting
Good News Tuesday is for the days that don’t hand it to you. You crash your car in an unfamiliar…
NEW Canada Wants to Calgary to Host the Olympics. It Can’t Keep Water in the Pipes.
Canadian Olympic funding is short and the solution being floated is hosting the most expensive sporting event on earth. The…
Tourist Safety in Mexico: Misinformation vs Reality
Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Jerry Flores of the University of Toronto about recent violence in Mexico, the spread of…
Wait—Are You in Italy? The Wild Olympic DM Story
Shane Hewitt and guests share the story of discovering that a friend unexpectedly flew to Italy to watch Team Canada…
The Picture You Shared From Mexico Might Not Be Real
Mexico travel safety questions are flooding your feed and half of what you’re seeing isn’t real. You saw the neighborhood…
NEW – Handy Andy: It Might be a Deal on a Part, Or Your Knockoff Battery Could Let You Down
DIY appliance repair works until the part you bought online doesn’t. You searched, you found the price you wanted, and…
NEW – Military or Militia: What Nobody Tells You Before Landing in Puerto Vallarta
Mexico cartel violence is flooding your phone right now, and you can’t tell what’s real. The videos of burning neighborhoods,…
NEW – 500 Strangers Answered a Tourist Faster Than Any News Alert
Reliable information during a crisis doesn’t live where you think it does. Your instinct sends you to Instagram first, but…
ICYMI – The Pay-to-Play Wall Most Non-Hockey Families Would Ever Believe
Pay-to-play hockey doesn’t look like inequality until you run the numbers. Your kid gets cut from a rep team and…
NEW – Your Old RRSP Is Sitting There. So Might Your Money.
TFSA RRSP investing strategy isn’t a single answer. It’s a different answer depending on when you’re asking it. You’ve got…
SHIFTHEADS: He Swapped His Tickets in Italy and Watched Canadian Hockey History
Attending the Olympics has been on your list for years and you keep talking yourself out of it. Too far,…
Why Fitness Starts in the Brain: Science Sam Breaks It Down
Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Samantha Yamin, known as Science Sam, about new research showing that specific neurons activated after…
AI ‘Agents’ at Work: Are You Exposing Trade Secrets?
Shane Hewitt and Mohit Rajhans discuss the surge in AI “agents” built on proprietary company data and why it may…
Gold or Nothing? Canada Just Changed the Answer
Team Canada Winter Olympics coverage just reframed what gold actually means. You watched the women’s hockey team lose the gold…
Your Endurance Problem Might Not Be in Your Legs
Endurance training should work the same for everyone doing identical workouts, right? You’re putting in the miles, tracking your heart…
Shiftheads: Shatner Found a Doorway at 94 and It Goes All the Way to Black Sabbath
William Shatner heavy metal is a real thing happening right now, and at 94 he described a collaboration with a…
Food Inflation Jumps Again: Dr. Charlebois Explains Why
Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois about Canada’s latest food inflation numbers, which remain among the highest in the…
Manual vs Automatic: Brian on Pure Driving Joy
Shane Hewitt and Brian Makse explains why driving a manual transmission remains one of his favourite experiences behind the wheel.…
ICYMI Norway Has Canada’s Prairie Population and Twice the Podiums
Canada Olympics funding is the quiet story underneath the medal count, and the math is uncomfortable. Norway has roughly the…
The Guy Who Wrote Seven Made Something That Deflates Like a Whoopee Cushion
What to watch this weekend includes a film written by the writer of Seven, loaded with aesthetic and atmosphere, that…
Did eBay Ruin Garage Sales? Prices Aren’t What They Were
Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy reflects on how online marketplaces like eBay have changed the culture of garage sales. What…
NEW – What Happened When Shane Asked AI Why It Lied
AI data privacy is built on promises nobody can verify, and you’ve already accepted those terms. You pay a monthly…
Your Therapist Noticed Your Foot. The Chatbot Wouldn’t Have
AI mental health support is built around user satisfaction, and that’s exactly the problem. You open ChatGPT at 2am, type…
Body Cams: Who Actually Controls the Footage?
Police body worn cameras are in your city, on the officers you interact with, recording everything. In Canada, if you…
The Toonie Turned 30 and Transit Raised Its Price the Day Before It Showed Up
The toonie’s 30th anniversary lands this week, and the coin’s origin story has a detail most people missed. The $2…
NEW – Three Hamburgers for Two Dollars Used to Be a Real Offer
Toonie buying power in 1996 is the kind of throwback that starts as a fun memory and lands somewhere genuinely…
SHIFTHEADS: Strip Out the Excuses and Canada Still Wins the Worst Food Inflation Race
Food inflation Canada recorded in January was 7.3%, and yes, the GST holiday makes that number look worse than it…
NEW – Peace Prize Speeches and Warships in the Middle East at the Same Time
The US military buildup aimed at Iran is the largest in over 20 years, and the strangest thing about it…
Shiftheads – The Cheapest Anti-Theft Device on the Market: The Clutch Pedal
Manual transmission cars are still out there and they solve a problem you didn’t know you had. You can’t steal…
The Coins the Machine Rejects Are the Ones Worth Keeping
Coin collecting in Canada has a secret hiding inside every Coinstar machine at every Walmart in the country. You dump…
NEW – Andrew Wasn’t Arrested for What You Think He Was Arrested For
Prince Andrew’s arrest is being absorbed through the Epstein lens because that’s the story most people already have in their…
What Was Sitting in a Kansas Salt Mine Might Change Your Mind About Elvis
Elvis Presley concert film EPIC starts with a question you’ve never thought to ask: what happened to 68 boxes of…
Throwback Thursday: How 1996 Put a Price Tag on Your Childhood
Nostalgia collecting has a price tag now, and you didn’t put it there. You gave away the toys, tossed the…
MP’s New Role Sparks Questions: Who Pays and Why?
Shane Hewitt speaks with Jamie and Lindsey about the political fallout surrounding an MP who crossed the floor and was…
NEW: Celine Dion Doesn’t Know the Rules and That’s the Point
Celine Dion Instagram is what it actually takes to break a 30% phone reduction streak. She posts still images to…
How a Big Move Changes Kids: One Dad’s Honest Take
Shane Hewitt speaks with Scott Frank about how his family’s international move has affected his two children, ages 14 and…
He Said He Was Leaving for His Family. Three Months Later, He Crossed the Floor
Crossing the floor in Canada: your elected representative just did it, three months after announcing he was leaving politics to…
Grief in Fiction: The Power of Messy, Honest Stories
Shane Hewitt and Catherine Black explains why fictional storytelling can be one of the most effective ways to explore grief.…
SHIFTHEADS: The World is Broken: Pikachu Just Outsold Mickey Mantle
Pokemon card investment just set a world record. Logan Paul sold a single card for $16 million US. A Wayne…
Aliens: Your Oxygen Came From a Dying Star
Alien life might be a question you’ve never thought to ask about yourself. Every atom of oxygen you breathe had…
Shiftheads – Aliens: The Question Obama Actually Answered (It Wasn’t the One You Think)
Obama’s ‘aliens’ comment went viral when he said “they’re real, but I haven’t seen them” on a podcast rapid fire…
Your Data Has Already Been Sold. Here’s How to Want It Back
Data sovereignty asks a question that feels simple until you sit with it: was the consent you gave to share…
ICYMI – See All Evil: The Glasses That Know You Before You Say Hello
Smart glasses privacy isn’t a future concern. Someone wearing Oakley Metas across from you at a coffee shop could already…
60% of Canadian Mortgages Are Renewing. Here’s What to Do Before You Sign
Shopping your mortgage at renewal could be the most valuable hour you spend this year. Your bank sends a number,…
NEW: They Trained Four Years. The Condoms Lasted Three Days
Good News Tuesday lands differently when the headliner is a famous Italian love arch collapsing on Valentine’s Day. You’re tuning…
Sixty-Five Years, Twenty Grand, and One Very Important Checkbox
Organ donation in Canada has more than one option and most people only read the first one. You filled out…
SHIFTHEADS: Joining the Air Force Is a Hard Sell When You Can’t Afford Rent
Canadian military spending is finally moving, and defense analyst Matt Gurney has been waiting 20 years for this moment. You’d…
NEW – The Price of a Canadian House Down Payment Buys You Access to 27 Countries
Second passport options for Canadians start at 250,000 euros in Portugal, which is roughly what you’d put down on a…
Shiftheads – Could You Do It? Swap a Fergus Ontario house to 37-acre French Chateau
Running away from corporate life and moving towards a chateau lifestyle look identical from the outside. You’re leaving Canada either…
Couple Trades Fergus for a French Chateau: Here’s Why
Shane Hewitt speaks with Steven Cole about why he and his partner Sarah left Fergus, Ont., to buy a 37‑acre…
Burned Rock Debate: What Happens After You Touch It?
Shane Hewitt and Bob Addison discuss a curling rules dispute after video showed a player touching a released rock with…
Michael Losier: Every Complaint Is an Order You Place
Shane Hewitt speaks with Michael Losier about how repeated complaints act as “orders” to the law of attraction, reinforcing unwanted…
Jessica Moorhouse: How First Money Lessons Shape Us
Shane Hewitt speaks with financial educator Jessica Moorhouse about how early money memories shape lifelong financial habits. The conversation explores…
ICYMI – Your Entire Life Is in Your Inbox. Who Else Has the Key?
Digital sovereignty in Canada isn’t a policy debate happening somewhere above you. You opened Gmail this morning, took a Zoom…
The Nails That Started Conversations People Didn’t Know They Wanted
Braille nails are exactly what they sound like. Raised gel dots on your fingertips that spell out words you can…
The Gentleman’s Sport That Stopped Being Gentlemanly
Curling controversy just turned a gentleman’s sport into something else entirely. You’re watching players touch stones after releasing them, caught…
A TV Show Probably Shouldn’t Fix Your Real Relationship But This One Did
Relationship perspective shift from fiction sounds absurd until you finish 14 episodes feeling more grateful for your actual partner than…
Why 30 Years Married Means Skipping Valentine’s Gifts
Small romantic gestures create more connection than Valentine’s consumption, but you’re trapped in the wrong conversation. You’re debating budget and…
INSIDE COPY: A Seal Walks Into a Bar and Salmon on Pizza
Silly season animals means marine mammals wandering into places they absolutely shouldn’t be. You’re having a lazy Sunday pint at…
Valentine’s Steaming Picks: You Had Me at Vampire Swingers
Movies: Why Your Date Night Needs the Weird PickYour Valentine’s movie choice says something. You pick the safe rom-com, you…
The Worst Night To Take Someone You Actually Like Out
Valentine’s Day restaurant prices hit differently when you realize Saturday is the worst possible night. You’re making reservations, budgeting for…
The Olympic Moment That Never Happened
AI Olympic deepfakes turn every viral moment into a trust problem. You’re watching someone’s dramatic fall during a key event.…
When Half of This Town Got the Day Off (And You Didn’t)
Statutory holiday gaps between New Year’s and Easter used to span four brutal months. You’re living in Lloydminster in 2005.…
The Million-Dollar Program Based on 31 Interviews From 2010
Harm reduction programs sound responsible until you check the evidence. You’re walking past the playground near your house and there’s…
Never Order Sushi on a Monday (And 2 Other Microbiologist Rules)
Sushi safety risks start before you sit down. You’re at the sushi bar. The chef slides salmon nigiri across the…
The Dinner Table Trick That Makes You Fall in Love (With Yourself)
Mindful eating means putting the phone down. You’re scrolling through TikTok with a fork in one hand, consuming content and…
How Alberta Invented Family Day. Thanks Friends!
Family Day started in 1990 when Alberta Premier Don Getty’s son got arrested. You’re planning your long weekend right now.…
Saint Valentine & The First Date Movie That Ended the Relationship
The $200 You’re Spending (And Why Your Server Hates Valentines Day)Valentine’s Day restaurant chaos turns romantic plans into service nightmares…
Most Fans Get “Hey Sport,” Ryan Got “Hey I Know You!”
Celebrity meet and greet transactions follow predictable patterns when you appear once. You’re in line for your ten-second window with…
The Relationship Question You’re Avoiding While Shopping for Heart-Shaped Chocolates
Valentine’s Day expectations hit different when Dr. Betsy Chung asks the question you’re not ready for. You’re seeing ads pour…
Golden Dome: Why We Keep Buying the Same Broken Product
Missile defense spending just hit a new level of absurd. You’re being told a shield will protect North America from…
Why Are You Asking Reddit Instead of Calling Your Doctor
Reddit health communities answer medical questions strangers are too embarrassed to ask doctors. You notice something off with your vision.…
Nuclear Weapons: The Wrench That Almost Ended Arkansas
Nuclear weapons accidents number in the thousands and you stopped counting. Between 1955 and 1965, there were 2,000 serious accidents.…
Netflix Knows You
Attention span decline gets measured in viewer dropout data at Netflix. You’re giving creative work six minutes before deciding it’s…
New Tech: The Half-Degree That Ends Your Olympic Dream
Olympic technology is supposed to help athletes train better. You’ve seen the wind tunnels, the data analysis, the aerodynamic testing.…
Valentines Day After 15 Years of Marriage – Worth It?
Valentine’s Day celebration logistics create an impossible situation you’re solving wrong. You have three major events crammed into five February…
GOOD NEWS TUESDAY: When Small Wins Feel Like Everything
Good news moments matter most when you’re struggling to find them and small wins feel like everything. Penny the Canadian…
Running From Grief: Catherine Black’s Answer in Blessed Nowhere
Running from grief: you grab car keys, pack a bag, drive south. Your son is dead. The choice is dissolve…
MOVING AUS + NZ: Why Does New Zealand Permanent Residency Require You Never Live There?
New Zealand permanent residency costs $4 million and requires you never live there. You’re considering Plan B locations. New Zealand…
Eight Duffel Bags, Four People, and the Other Side of the World
Australia relocation reality collapses years into weeks. You spend years thinking about international moves, assuming gradual preparation. Then visa approval…
Make the Dinner Positive: You’re Placing an Order For Negativity Every Time You Complain
Complaint vibration shift happens when you realize every story you tell places an order. You’re talking about your terrible date,…
Handy Andy DIY – The Three Repair Kits You Need & the Greenhouse Kickstart You Want
Part 1: The Three Repair Kits That Save You From Calling Your Landlord Your home repair kit needs three categories: power…
The Power of First Money Memories and Finding “Enoughness”
Nostalgia isn’t just for music—our earliest experiences with money shape how we think, spend, and feel about it today. Jessica…
The Pass That Sends Your Money Somewhere Else
Locally owned tourism operators compete against international companies you can’t distinguish from Canadian ones. You use the Canada Strong Pass…
Let The First AI Olympics Begin
Multiple Olympic opening ceremonies replace the single stadium tradition you remember. You’re tuning in to watch Italy’s Winter Olympics opening.…
NEW – The Nickname That Just Friendzoned You
Pet names friendzone signals happen before the relationship conversation does. You’re trying to figure out if someone’s interested. Listen to…
SHIFTHEADS: INSIDE COPY – ‘Phones Without Apps That Are Actually Phones’ Are Revolutionary?
Weird news stories pile up in your feed. You scroll past the Italian church where an amateur painter made an…
Steve Stebbing: What The Hell Should We Watch (this weekend)
Movies: Every New Movie This Weekend Is Awful (Here’s Why You Should Skip Them) Weekend movie reviews deliver bad news:…
Happy Friday Round-Up – When Symbolic Diplomacy Costs More Than It Protects
Canada Opened a Greenland Consulate in Days (But Can’t Solve Domestic Problems in Years) Canada Greenland consulate opens Friday in…
ICYMI – The New Rule: You’re the Only Filter That Works
AI cyberbullying gave your kid’s bully a production studio. You hand them a phone thinking you’ve set appropriate restrictions. You’ve…
When Did the Bullying Become 24/7?
Cyberbullying follows your kid home now. You gave them the phone in grade five. Seemed fine that first year. Summer…
Age Of Disclosure: The Technology Race Nobody’s Talking About
Government UFO cover-up stories usually come from unreliable witnesses you dismiss immediately. You’ve heard the cable news interviews at midnight…
Throwback Thursday: Instagram Didn’t Exist When 16 Million Watched the Golden Goal
Social media Olympics started in 2010 when Instagram barely existed and 16.6 million Canadians watched Sidney Crosby score on one…
NEW – Cringe Mourning 2010
Millennial nostalgia gets dismissed as cringe culture – blurry photos and bad fashion. You see 2010 throwbacks and mock the…
Why You Can’t Afford Beef But Someone Else Just Bought Three
You’re at the grocery store with your phone out, checking beef prices per kilo. Ground beef is up 25%. Most…
Corruption: Toronto Police Officers Supposed to Catch Criminals (Not Help Them)
Police corruption investigation Project South charged seven Toronto officers with organized crime conspiracy. Your address, complaints, and protection orders live…
Shiftheads – Wait, Did Everyone Suddenly Started Preaching Canadian Unity?
Political unity crisis management reveals itself through impossible coordination nobody admits orchestrating. You’re scrolling past news where Stephen Harper reappears…
ICYMI – How 1.2 Million Followers Kicked Off A New Olympic Era
Social media Olympics started in 2010 Vancouver when 13% of opening ceremony viewers were also online. You’re watching conventional broadcast…
One Itchy Cow That Might Teach Us a Lesson on Free Time
Cow tool use intelligence wasn’t supposed to be a thing. You’ve seen dogs rub against trees and otters smash clams…
Blockbuster Throwback – Be Kind Please
Streaming algorithms fabricate different movie covers for each viewer. You’re scrolling Netflix tonight. Your wife sees a romantic couple. You…
Richard Crouse: $75M Movie or $200M Theatre Reno? Both.
When a Documentary Isn’t Really a DocumentaryDocumentary brand management turns journalism into promotional reels with production budgets. You’re deciding whether…
Where Do You Go When the Safe Spot Isn’t Safe Anymore?
Safe travel destinations 2026 just shifted under your feet. You’re looking at Cuba deals when the advisory hits—power outages, supply…
ICYMI – Smart Speakers: When the Cooperation Offer Comes With a Contradiction
When the Cheap Beach Deal Comes With Government Collapse Risk Cuba travel advisory language matters more than you think. You…
Will Your Insurance Cover Cuba? Maybe 🤷🏼♂️
Cuba travel safety just shifted from cheap vacation to rapidly changing risk calculation. You’re comparing prices and Cuba wins. Lowest…
NEW – The Wedding Expense Nearly Half of Couples Call Their Biggest Regret
Wedding planner regrets hit harder than you expect when the survey results land. You’re getting bombarded with advice post-engagement. Everyone…
Shiftheads – Epstein Files: They Blurred the Accused and Exposed the Victims
Epstein files release finally happened after months of delays and excuses. You’re reading documents that blur perpetrators’ names and faces…
NEW – The AI Apocalypse Warning That Hasn’t Changed Since 2002 Despite ChatGPT Proving It Wrong
AI doomsday predictions haven’t evolved despite ChatGPT showing exactly what happens when you dump sum total of human knowledge into…
SuperBowl Ads: Remember the Celebrity, Not Who Paid Them
Super Bowl advertising costs millions per 30 seconds and you’re watching on three screens. Your phone tracks your sports bet.…
Canada’s Divorce Act Proposal: See the Whole Pattern
Coercive control in divorce cases means proving a pattern you can see but can’t show. You’re in court listing incidents.…
What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About That Winter Cold
RSV hospitalization risk hides behind symptoms you dismiss as routine. You’re coughing, congested, feeling run down. Winter in Canada. Everyone…
The Algorithm Killed Olympic Hype and You Didn’t Notice
Olympic excitement disappearing exposes how thoroughly algorithms control what reaches you. You normally feel the buildup to major sporting events.…
The “Way Too Real” Robot with Body Temperature
Customer service workers mistaken for robots must prove humanity through incompetence. You’re calling customer service frustrated with automated systems. A…
Why Age Verification Fails: Carmi Levy Explains
Shane Hewitt speaks with tech analyst Carmi Levy about how children in Australia are already bypassing strict age‑verification laws by…
ICYMI – Poilievre: The 87% That Doesn’t Matter and the 20 Points That Do
Conservative leadership popularity gap creates an impossible choice for voters. You’re watching Pierre Poilievre get 87% support at the party…
Shiftheads – The 20% Rule That Explains Why Winter Feels Different
Winter loneliness hits harder than you think. You’re staying in because it’s cold, because the ice makes sidewalks dangerous, because…
NEW- The Nuclear Debate Canada Can’t Afford to Have Yet
Canadian military capability deficit creates impossible nuclear weapons debate. You’re watching former Chief of Defense Staff Wayne Eyre recommend Canada…
SHIFTHEADS: Kids in Australia Are Already Stealing IDs But It’s Not for Booze Anymore
Social media age verification bypass happens faster than lawmakers expect. You’re watching Canada prepare to raise the minimum social media…
Good News Tuesday! What’s Worth Keeping for 60 Years in Your Fridge
Thrift store vinyl discovery launches search that outlasts most marriages. You buy a record for four dollars from an unknown…
The Motorcycle Ride That Brought Hawkeye Back for One Hour
Parkinson’s sensory memory recovery creates impossible moments you assume disease prevents. Your friend has Parkinson’s. You visit with old photos…
NEW – Livability Gaps: From Saskatchewan Peace to Montreal’s Jaywalking Culture
Part 1: Saskatchewan vs. The City: Where is Canada’s Real Quality of Life? Canada’s most livable cities ranking just dropped.…
NEW – Poop Pills: Why Your Cancer Treatment Can Use a Stranger’s Bacteria
Poop pills could save your life, but first you need a complete flush. You’re prepping for treatment. Drinking the same…
Food Banks: The Five-Year Plan That’s Now At Year 45
Food bank donations fund an organization that was never supposed to exist this long. You’re stopped at a red light.…
The February RRRP Deadline That Might Be Wrong for You
RRSP contributions have a February deadline for your 2025 tax year. You walk into your bank. They want your money.…
Shiftheads – Quality is Key: The Dealers Who Came Back From China Saying We’re Screwed
Chinese vehicles look like a Maserati had a baby with a Ferrari, a Porsche, and a Tesla. You see the…
What Actually Matters at Award Shows Anymore
Grammy political statements dominate every clip you see Monday. You’re not watching performances. You’re watching Billy Eilish swear at ICE…
NEW – Handy Andy: Life is Getting Expensive
The Pipe That Bursts at 3 AM (And What You Forgot to Check) Winter plumbing protection starts with knowing which…
Sell Your City! Canada’s Most Livable Cities
Best Canadian cities rankings leave out the part where nothing actually makes sense. You’re weighing a move to Calgary. Someone…
AI Isn’t a Laser—It’s a Bulldozer: Rules First
Shane Hewitt discusses why AI adoption feels less like a targeted “laser” and more like a “bulldozer” that requires broad…
No Labels, No Transparency: Expert Warns on Pork Imports
Shane Hewitt speaks with Sylvain Charlebois about newly approved pork imports and the lack of labelling that will prevent consumers…
ICYMI – The AI Helper That Only Tells You You’re Great
Workplace AI adoption challenges start when your assistant stops challenging you. You’re using ChatGPT. You draft something. It responds: “That’s…
NEW – The Three-Hour Drive This Fan Makes More Than 41 Times a Year
Edmonton Oilers superfan known as McMullet just attended his 200th consecutive game. You’re doing the math: he lives 30 minutes…
The Expiry Date You’re Ignoring (And the One You Shouldn’t)
Food expiry dates dictate what you toss and what you keep. You open the fridge, check the date, throw out…
NEW – Why Every Pop Song Sounds Like a Breakup Now
Why pop music turned dark isn’t a mystery anymore. You turn on the radio expecting something catchy, something that lifts…
When Awkward Becomes Iconic: The Catherin O’Hara Effect
Catherine O’Hara legacy built slowly, then suddenly you realize she’s been everywhere that mattered. You’re reading she died January 30,…
NEW – The Shyamalan Movie Even the Critic Can’t Kill
What to watch this weekend comes down to ignoring professional advice. Trap on Netflix with Josh Hartnett; everyone is screaming…
Separation: When 20 Percent Becomes a National Crisis
Trump Bombardier decertification threat targets planes his own military flies. You’re reading the announcement: decertify Bombardier unless Canada licenses Gulfstreams…
The Conversation Nobody Wants Before In Relationships Before They Need It
Prenuptial agreement benefits sound unromantic until you’re spending six times the value fighting over coats. You’re getting married. You’re penguins.…
Alberta Separation Talk and U.S. Interference Concerns
Shane Hewitt speaks with a political analyst about Alberta’s separation debate, Premier Danielle Smith’s response and concerns over groups seeking…
Turn Common Law Into Tax Savings: What One Year of Living Together Might Unlock
You open your fridge. Half a cantaloupe is rotting. The bag of onions from Costco never stood a chance. Singles…
NEW – Why Nasa Shouldn’t Fly During the Last Week of January
Space shuttle disasters cluster around the same week every year. You trust the engineers. You trust the technology. The astronauts…
1986 Challenger Explosion: What Changed in How We Process Tragedy
Challenger explosion footage plays on the classroom TV. You’re sitting crisscross on the library floor with thirty other kids. A…
NEW – Throwback Thursday: The Silence You Still Remember, Challenger ‘86
Space Shuttle Challenger memories all start the same way: silence. You’re in a classroom. The TV cart gets wheeled in.…
SHIFTHEADS: How to Spot Gene Edited Bacon (Spoiler: You Can’t)
Gene edited pork is legal as of this week. You’re holding two packages of bacon. Identical price. Identical appearance. One…
Shiftheads – How to Accidentally Kill Your Own Movement: Alberta Separation Fail
Alberta separatism debate has a foreign interference problem. Your movement needs legitimacy. Some supporters are meeting with White House officials.…
Wheel in the TV: A Generation Watched The Challenger The Same Way
Your teacher spent weeks building this up. The Challenger disaster wasn’t supposed to happen. A schoolteacher was going to space,…
Steal This: Rachel McAdams’ (Desert Island) Revenge Strategy
Celebrity Feuds Expose Entertainment’s Power ProblemCelebrity feuds reveal who has protection and who doesn’t. You’re an acclaimed actor. A legendary…
Shiftheads – Two Thirds of Your Life Runs on Autopilot
You delete Instagram to break the doom scrolling habit. Automatic behaviors still control you. You grab your phone, swipe up,…
NEW – The Zipline Escape East German Guards Mistook for a Spy Mission
Berlin Wall escapes required impossible choices between safety and freedom. You’re standing in East Berlin, 1965. Your family is hiding…
The Automatic Phone Check You Don’t Remember Making
Stop doom scrolling attempts usually fail because app restrictions don’t address the real problem. You’re watching TV. You pick up…
NEW – Smart Speakers – The Muscle Memory Problem and Jumping The Asylum Queue
Why Your Brain Opens Apps Without Permission Doom scrolling habits reveal something unsettling about your brain. You’re standing in line…
Why Remote Work Freedom Became a Trap (for some)
Return to office mandates are forcing a choice. You’re reading the email from HR. Five days a week, starting next…
The Heated Rivalry Lesson: Tony Chapman on Fear Versus Opportunity
Recommendation economy power: you nibble at content once and algorithms feed you that forever. You’re a hungry fish and they’ve…
Why Urban Biodiversity Thrives in Vacant Spaces
Urban biodiversity sounds like a park issue, not a city problem. Your apartment balcony overlooks a crumbling strip mall. Across…
What Really Happens When Your Body Rewrites the Rules
In this article: – What perimenopause actually feels like (and why it sneaks up on you) – Medical insights on…
Choosing Hope: The Habit That Changes Everything
Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Robyne Hanley‑Dafoe about her research into hope, rooted in her survival of a near‑fatal accident…
Shiftheads – Hope as Action Versus Outcome: The Word That Changed Everything
Hope as action versus outcome starts with one uncomfortable realization. You’re listing everything you hope to accomplish this year. Hope…
Matt Gurney: Canada Is Losing the Info War
Shane Hewitt speaks with columnist Matt Gurney about Canada’s growing inability to control the narrative during fast‑moving international events. Gurney…
NEW – The Facebook Scam Problem Law Enforcement Can’t Touch
Social media investment scams operate beyond law enforcement reach. You see an Instagram ad with the Wealthsimple logo. The returns…
ICYMI – Choosing Hope: Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe on the Practice That Changes Everything
Choosing hope sounds simple until you’re trapped in a sinking car. You’re underwater. The vehicle is going down. You have…
NEW – Autonomous Snow Removal Robot: The $5,000 Yard Machine That Works
Autonomous snow removal robot skepticism disappears when the blizzard arrives. You just spent $5,000 on what your family calls a…
Neighborly Warfare: Bob Addison Asks Am I the Problem?
Am I the jerk: your townhouse complex has roads like the Death Road in Bolivia when garbage bins go out.…
Controlling the Narrative: Matt Gurney on Canada’s Info War Problem
Controlling the narrative: the White House announces your prime minister’s phone call before you do. Americans are describing what was…
Finding Good in Bad Days: The Hope Practice That Changes Everything
Finding good in bad days starts with one brutal truth. You’re sitting in traffic for 80 minutes on a route…
NEW – Celebrating Small Wins: What Seven Hip Replacements and a Breakup Reveal
Celebrating small wins starts with one painful truth. You’re 40 years old, looking in the mirror after an 11-year relationship…
SHIFTHEADS: Posting Relationships on Social Media: The Performative Question Nobody’s Asking
Posting relationships on social media starts with one uncomfortable question. Your partner never shares photos of you two together. Their…
NEW – Why the GST Rebate Incentivizes You to File Taxes On Time
$500 Million for Food Security While Cutting Agriculture Research You volunteer at a food bank watching hamper requests increase weekly.…
Algorithms vs. Mental Health: The 91% Warning
Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Michelle Grimes about new findings showing that 91 per cent of mental health practitioners see…
Blue Rewards vs. Scene Plus: The New Points Battle
Shane Hewitt speaks with loyalty expert Patrick Sojka about Shell ending its 34‑year partnership with Air Miles and the transition…
NEW- Why Procrastination Isn’t About Laziness (It’s Your Brain’s Cost Calculator)
Procrastination keeps you walking past the same task for years. You know cleaning out that closet will take eleven minutes.…
12 Minutes for a Taco: The Delivery Driver Priority Problem
Delivery driver priority ruins your lunch before you taste it. You stand at the counter. Twelve minutes pass. You paid…
NEW – Handy Andy: 2 Investments That Will Change Snowstorms For You
Electric Snow Shovels: 40 Years Old But Finally Worth Buying Electric snow shovels just buried your driveway in possibility. You’re…
SHIFTHEADS: 34 Years Later: The Shell-Air Miles Split (and a new name)
You’re standing at the Shell pump with your Air Miles card. Loyalty program changes are coming whether you’re ready or…
91% of Therapists Confirm What You Already Feel About Social Media
Social media mental health damage starts with three stolen minutes. You pull out your phone before a meeting. Your friend…
ICYMI – How a Red Lobster Costume Created a Decade-Long Local Legend
You’re at an Iron Maiden concert head-banging when you spot him. Local legend status doesn’t require fame or fortune. You…
What Bank Switching Incentives Reveal About Your Worth to Them
Bank switching incentives flood your inbox. You open the email. Free iPad for moving your RRSP to them. $100 cash…
NEW – Why Dating Your Ex Reveals More Than You Think
Dating your ex sounds easier than starting over. Your phone lights up. It’s them. Three years later, and suddenly they’re…
January Releases + Streaming Picks = What the Hell Should We Watch
Movies: 16 Oscar Nominations: What Ryan Coogler’s Record Actually Unlocks January movie releases signal studio confidence levels. You walk into…
SHIFTHEADS – 9,000 Tickets Sold: The Shorzy Classic Tour Economics
Shorzy Classic tour tickets sell out in your city. You’re watching a TV comedy character play actual hockey against NHL…
Why Canada China Food Trade Actually Protects Canadian Grocery Prices
Canada China food trade reopens, and you’re standing in the meat aisle watching beef prices. The news says Canada just…
NEW – The Ryan Wedding Arrest Press Conference Nobody Expected
Ryan Wedding arrest gets announced with FBI and RCMP bosses standing together. You’re watching the press conference. FBI Director Kash…
TikTok Jingles: When User Content Becomes Corporate Advertising
Viral jingle commercial partnerships change everything. You notice Dr. Pepper has no jingle. You make one on TikTok in 15…
Shiftheads – Trump’s Greenland Deal Nobody Can Confirm: The Arctic Strategy Question
Billion-Dollar Peace Board + Federal Job Cuts = Mark Carney’s Week Trump peace board rejection saves Mark Carney from questionable…
ICYMI – AI Hiring Systems Make Recruiters More Valuable, Not Less
AI hiring systems scan your resume. You’re clicking through the application form. Checkbox: Do you have a degree? You select…
NEW – He-Man, Satanic Panic, and early 1980s Toy Trap
Your 1980s toy nostalgia peaks at birthday parties where you watch your friend unwrap Castle Grayskull while holding the $2…
NEW – Why Trump’s Greenland ‘Deal’ Might Actually Target Canada’s Arctic
Arctic sovereignty becomes real when someone else claims it first. You’re watching Trump announce a Greenland deal. He says it…
1984 Nostalgia Meets Masters of the Universe: Why Throwback Culture Never Dies
You’re standing in 1984 nostalgia right now, whether you lived through it or just admire it from afar. The Apple…
NEW – Why Nobody Remembers the 1984 Super Bowl Score But Everyone Remembers the Mac Commercial
You’re watching a woman sprint down an aisle toward a massive screen. She’s holding a sledgehammer. You have no idea…
SHIFTHEADS: What Apple’s 1984 Ad Reveals About Independent Thinking Today
Technology and independent thinking barely coexist anymore. You pull out your phone before deciding where to eat. You open GPS…
Shiftheads – What Men Actually Need to Know About Perimenopause
You notice your coworker walking into a room and forgetting why she’s there. Brain fog, she jokes. But she’s at…
ICYMI – 1984 Macintosh Commercial: When Did the Rebel Become the Empire?
1984 Macintosh commercial runs during the Super Bowl. You’re watching Apple position itself as the counterculture smashing IBM’s dominance. You…
2026 Oscars: Why Horror Finally Broke the Academy’s Biggest Barrier
Part 1 – The Record-Breaking Nomination That Changes Everything 2026 Oscar nominations arrive and you notice the number next to…
Elegant Aging: Navigating Menopause with Strength
Shane Hewitt speaks with Helen Valleau about menopause as both a biological shift and a meaningful stage of personal growth.…
Dementia Awareness: Mario Gregorio Shares His Reality
Shane Hewitt speaks with Mario Gregorio, a long‑time dementia advocate from Burnaby, B.C., about living with dementia and the stigma…
Expert Warns: Take Trump’s Promises Seriously
In conversation with Shane Hewitt and Vassy Kapelos discusses whether Donald Trump is deliberately using a “flood the zone” media…
NEW – Why Mark Carney’s WEF Speech Was Canada’s Riskiest Gamble
Mark Carney’s WEF speech came during active tariff negotiations with Trump. You’re watching Canada’s new Prime Minister deliver his first…
Shiftheads – Cancer Cures and the Alternative Medicine Industry’s Bigger Secret
Cancer cure conspiracy theories flood your social media feeds daily. You see the testimonials. Someone’s uncle cured stage four with…
The Curiosity Test: Learner or Sucker?
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NEW – Federal Job Cuts Meet Global Realignment: Ottawa’s Double Shock
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NEW – Your Kid’s Minecraft Addiction Might Be Building Their Career
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The Technocracy Trap: When “Let Us Handle It” Sounds Good
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Rich Versus Wealthy: The Definition That Changes Everything
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Five Hats, Four Losses, and Barefoot Curling at 1:30 AM
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NEW – Trump Diplomatic Text Leaks: When Trust Becomes Weaponized
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Davos Speech Breakdown: Selling Canada to Billionaires vs. Speaking to Citizens
Your Prime Minister stands before billionaires at the World Economic Forum to sell Canada as an investment opportunity. You hear…
Good News Tuesday: Manitoba Rescues to Ontario Breadsticks
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SHIFTHEADS: 17 Years Living With Dementia: What Friends Get Wrong
Your friends stop visiting after your dementia diagnosis. They forget to call. You get dropped from the golf list after…
NEW – Shane with Vassy Kapelos: Trump’s Greenland Maps vs. Carney’s WEF Reality
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What Menopause Actually Creates (Not What It Takes Away)
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The $70 IKEA Lamp That Broke the Internet
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Trump’s Greenland Threat: When Allies Face Extortion
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NEW- Writing for Mental Health: The Companion Nobody Talks About
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NEW – Why ChatGPT Ads Signal the End of Free AI
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Why Your Teen Needs to Call the Bank Themselves
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Blue Monday Coping Strategies: Ryan Says Sad Music Actually Helps
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Chinese EV Tariffs: The Trade-Off Canada Just Made
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ICYMI – Why 2016 Became the Internet’s New Nostalgia Era
Digital privacy means nothing when social media platforms own your archive. You posted freely in 2016 because the grip wasn’t…
NEW- Steve Stebbing’s Theater vs Streaming Picks This Weekend
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Friend Advice in Relationships: When Support Becomes Baggage
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NEW – Canada China EV Deal: The Tariff Trade-Off Nobody’s Explaining
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Shiftheads – What “New World Order” Actually Means for Canadian Security
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NEW – Early Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: The Independence It Preserves
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NEW – 80 Million Viewers: How MASH Proved TV’s Generational Power
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NEW – What Canada’s China Partnership Actually Costs
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The Show That Defines You: Why the Question Is Impossible
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Forged KGB Documents: When Official Papers Lie
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Food Labels Canada 2026 Make Your Favorite Snacks Officially Guilty
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ICYMI – McDonald’s Price Freeze: Staring down the barrel of 4,000 Restaurant Closures
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SHIFTHEADS: Tipping Culture: When Guilt Becomes the Business Model
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NEW – Why Smart Toys Won’t Ruin Your Kid
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Shiftheads – Follow the Money: How One Question Debunks Conspiracies
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ICYMI – Why Your Boss Wants AI Everywhere (And Why That’s Stupid)
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NEW – Brand Names Becoming Generic: The Q-Tip Problem
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ICYMI – Why He’d Never Raise Kids in the U.S. Again
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NEW – Bands More Famous Than Their Songs: The Grateful Dead Problem
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Shiftheads – Wedding Budget Sacrifices: The $5,000 Friend Test
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Deepfake Images: Tech Companies Choose Profit Over Safety
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NEW – Why a Three-Minute Shower Counts as Good News in Calgary
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SHIFTHEADS: Representation or Profit: The Autistic Barbie Question
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NEW – Canola Tariffs Hit $250K Per Farm While Trump Plays Reagan on Steroids
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NEW – Robot Invasion: What CES 2025 Shows About Your Automated Future
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Alleged Getaway Driver Arrested: He Flew Back Through the Same Airport That Was Robbed
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NEW- True Crime Impact: Why Survivors Choose Violence Stories
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Shiftheads – Media Literacy Education Starts at Age 3 in Finland. Canada’s Been Doing It Since 1989.
Media literacy education at age three sounds radical until you realize kids already distinguish storybooks from reality constantly. Finland teaches…
True Crime Fascination: Why Heist Stories Hook Us
True crime fascination explains why you binge documentaries about robberies but sweat crossing the border with legal receipts. Shane admits…
Paying Off Debt vs Investing: Why You Need Both
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AI Sovereignty: The Only Business Moat Left
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SHIFTHEADS: Transformational Business Thinking: The $700M Junk Lesson
Transformational business thinking separates $700 million companies from junk haulers. Tony Chapman shares Brian Scudamore’s realization: he wasn’t removing junk—he…
Shane Hewitt’s Simple Planning: The Last First Method
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NEW – Olympic Hockey Injury Concerns: Italy’s Ice Problem
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Weekend Movie Recommendations: Theater vs Streaming
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Shiftheads – Pipeline Politics Flip When Survival Kicks In
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NEW – Why Posted Salaries Kill Underselling Yourself
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January Breakup Season: The Data on Divorce Spikes
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NEW: The Decade That Never Ended: 80s Revival with Ed Conroy
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NEW – Trump’s Venezuela Move: Why America Just Made Canada Irrelevant
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Shiftheads: Pentagon Butt Plugs + Bear Evictions: Inside Copy
Weird news stories pile up when you’re not paying attention. A Toronto sex shop gets a mysterious package back from…
ICYMI – Ozempic Changes the Food Industry: Restaurants and Protein
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NEW – Mood Boosting Foods: Good Choices Can Change Everything
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Mickey Rourke’s Rent Crisis and Is This Thing On? Review
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Much Dance 93 vs Big Shiny Tunes: Best Compilations Ranked
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NEW – Throwback Thursday: Panama Invasion 1989: Why Venezuela Feels Familiar
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NEW – AI Influencers and Social Media Fraud: Why 46% of Users Don’t Trust Them
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NEW – Is Canada’s Oil Industry Irrelevant? Trade Wars, Venezuela, and Pipeline Politics Explained
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Shane’s Recurring Underwater Dream Stopped After 20 Years—Here’s What Happened
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SHIFTHEADS: Should You Ask for a Raise Now That Salary Ranges Are Public
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NEW – Listener Predicts 3 People By Name During Deja Vu: Simulation Proof?
Deja vu so intense a listener predicted three strangers walking out of a bar by name, in exact order. Grumpy…
Shiftheads – Simulation Theory: Why Millions Believe We’re Living in a Computer Program
Simulation theory went from ancient philosophy to viral social media conspiracy. Philosopher Nathan Radke explains why people post “glitches in…
Why Your Social Media Feed Is Just 4chan With Better Branding
You hate what you see in your feed. The outrage bait, the conspiracy theories, the content designed to make you…
Toronto’s Traffic Czar: Can One Person Fix Canada’s Worst Congestion?
Toronto appointed a traffic czar to fix the worst traffic congestion in North America. Montreal and Vancouver are close behind.…
NEW – Volunteering Slows Brain Aging by 20 Percent: Scientists Can’t Explain Why
Volunteering two to four hours weekly slows cognitive decline by 15 to 20 percent, according to data from 31,000 adults.…
Shiftheads – When Your Kid Gets Cancer and Medicine Has No Answers: So You Build It Yourself
Adam Sorenson beat stage 4 brain cancer at 13 using an extreme ketogenic diet and metabolic approach. He stayed in…
Reading the Shining Before Bed? (and Why Good News Makes Good News Babies)
Good News Tuesday brings personal wins from the team: Ryan’s swapping TikTok scrolling for reading (starting with a Stephen King…
NEW – Good News Tuesday: Should You Sign a Contract Before Buying a Lottery Ticket With Coworkers
Someone in London, Ontario just won $80 million. In California, coworkers were asked to sign a contract before buying a…
Modern Warfare Isn’t What You Think—And That’s the Problem
You can’t win a war without an air force, but you can absolutely lose one without cyber defenses. Richard Shimooka…
Your Parents Weren’t Perfect And That’s the Point
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Switchbot Onuro H1 Robot: $10,000 for a Laundry-Folding Humanoid
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Four astronauts are about to fly past the moon… further from Earth than any human has ever traveled. No landing.…
Why Asking “Was It Worth It?” Saves More Money Than Any Budget
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NEW – Venezuela, Regime Change, and the Part Nobody Talks About
Maduro’s gone. The vice president, security minister, and defense minister are still there. So what actually changed? Shane and Joe…
When Everything You Invested In Falls Apart Overnight
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Game of Thrones fumbled so badly that the creators lost their Star Wars deal. The Sopranos cut to black and…
NEW – Protect your Pocket: How to Actually Protect Your Photos and Emails Before It’s Too Late
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SHIFTHEADS: The Show That Watched You Grow Up
Stranger Things started in 2016. You were dating someone different, living somewhere else, chasing completely different dreams. Ryan reflects on…
Canada Changed Immigration Rules Mid-Game—Now Students Are Filing Refugee Claims
What happens when you promise permanent residence to 50,000 students, then pull the rug out? Immigration lawyer Guidy Mamann breaks…
The Strength You Don’t See on a Map
Windsor has always stood apart — geographically, politically, and emotionally. It’s a city defined by its proximity to Detroit, but…
What Toronto Gets Wrong About the Rest of Canada
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He’s From Ottawa and Never Skated the Canal?!
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AI Changed Everything in 2 Years — What’s Coming Next?
From niche tech to everyday tool, AI has gone from background code to front-page transformation in record time. Handy Andy…
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Don’t Wait Until Grade 12 to Let Them Fail
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The Stebbies 2025: Movies That Mattered, Performances That Stuck
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The Year the Gingerbread Got Violent
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NEW – The Christmas Blackout That Broke the Future
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What Teenagers Really Want (Even When They Push You Away)
Your teenager rolls their eyes when you ask them to hang out—but that doesn’t mean they don’t need you. Sarah…
Shiftheads – Why Midlife Might Be the Best Time to Change Careers
Career shifts in your 40s and 50s aren’t rare — they might be smart. Candy Ho shares how midlife reflection,…
NEW- The Show That Might Have Been His Last
Imagine performing in front of your hometown, selling out the venue you dreamed about as a kid—and suspecting it’s goodbye.…
SHIFTHEADS: Holiday Party Survival Guide: What Not to Say
Unsolicited parenting tips? Oversharing your Paris trip? Loud health updates? No thanks. Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco return with a…
The Birthday Letter Tradition That Lasts 18 Years
A listener with twin toddlers is writing them handwritten birthday letters every year—sealed, mailed, and stored in a safety deposit…
SHIFTHEADS: What 40,000 Views Taught Me About the Internet
Ryan just had his first semi-viral TikTok — and it was about sardines. Shane listens (skeptically) as Ryan breaks down…
NEW – The War You Can’t See: How Modern Conflict Happens in Plain Sight
War isn’t just tanks and troops anymore — it’s fiber lines, fuel routes, and viral narratives. Richard Shimooka unpacks how…
NEW – Cardboard, Culture, and Christmas Chaos with Handy Andy
What do old appliance boxes, family traditions, and name spellings have in common? In Handy Andy Baryer’s world, they all…
The Cloud-Based Christmas Wish List Is Here
Kids don’t send letters to the North Pole anymore — they update Google Docs. Ryan and Shane unpack how Christmas…
Shiftheads – The Unexpected Power of Music for Kids (and Adults)
Guitars can change lives — and not just for kids. Andrew Allen shares how music became his outlet, his anchor,…
NEW – That Hoodie Costs $100 — But Here’s the Real Math
Ever wondered how much it really costs to sell a $100 hoodie? Joe Cote from Merchant Growth pulls back the…
NEW- What the Hell Should You Watch This Christmas? Movies, Gremlins & Streaming Picks
Looking for something better than background noise this holiday season? Steve Stebbing delivers the ultimate watchlist with Shane Hewitt —…
Is It Burnout or Just December?
Dragging through your days? Snapping at nothing? Feeling like even a nap won’t fix it? Shane and Ryan unpack the…
NEW – Burnout Isn’t Just Exhaustion — It’s Overload Disguised as Normal
Feeling short-tempered, tired, or checked out — but still pushing through? That’s not just a rough week. Social worker and…
SHIFTHEADS: Stealing for Good? Christmas Crime, AI Toys & Holiday Weirdness
Can stealing ever be selfless? Shane Hewitt tackles the “Robin Hood” grocery theft lighting up social media, asking if morality…
Shiftheads – Why Your Grandpa Might Hand His Credit Card to a Stranger
Scams are evolving fast — and they’re hitting too close to home. Jimmy Zoubris shares real stories from the frontlines…
ICYMI – That Meme Might Be a Love Letter
Ever forwarded a meme and got hit with “yeah, I already saw that”? Mohit Rajhans breaks down what’s really going…
The Criminal Networks Hiding in Your Airport Line
Think border security is just about checking receipts? Think again. Aaron McCrorie from CBSA reveals how organized crime uses the…
NEW – Teddy Ruxpin, Omnibots & 80s Christmas Magic: Where Did It Go?
What made Christmas in the 80s feel so magical — and why does it feel like that magic is missing…
NEW – What Makes a Toy Iconic? The Secret Life of Play
Why do some toys disappear and others become timeless? Shane Rhinewald from The Strong National Museum of Play joins Shane…
Why Christmas Feels Magical at Age 10
There’s a reason Christmas at 10 years old feels like the peak of magic. This episode throws back not to…
NEW – The Secret Formula Behind Unforgettable Christmas Gifts
Some toys entertain — others unlock entire futures. In this holiday edition, Shane Hewitt and Kris Abel explore the magic…
SHIFTHEADS: Top Food Stories 2025: Why Your Grocery Bill Feels Like a Lie
Food inflation in 2025 wasn’t driven by war or weather — it was self-inflicted. That’s the hard truth Dr. Sylvain…
Shiftheads – Why Trump’s Speech Sounded Like a Desperate Sales Pitch
Donald Trump promised billions, misread numbers, and claimed victory — but what was really going on? Veteran broadcaster Rob Breakenridge…
Why Grown-Ups Are Keeping the Toy Stores Alive
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ICYMI – Holiday Eating Without the Food Hangover
Too much wine, too much sugar, too many regrets — the holidays can hit hard. But holistic nutritionist Alyssa B…
Richard Crouse and the awesomeness of predictable Christmas Movies (and drinks!)
Why We Keep Watching the Same Christmas MoviesCheesy, formulaic, predictable — and somehow perfect. Richard Crouse joins to explain the…
From EB Games to Ubisoft: A Decade with Rainbow Six Siege
When Ryan O’Donnell asked for Rainbow Six Siege as a Christmas gift at 19, he had no idea he’d still…
Shiftheads – The Roswell Myth: What Really Crashed in 1947?
Everyone knows the legend — a UFO crashes in Roswell, the military covers it up, and the rest is conspiracy…
Did the Aliens Want a Refund?
A reverse alien abduction theory hits the air. And somewhere between Simpsons lore and SNL sketches, things get weird —…
Smart Speakers Christmas Episode: What We Treasure — and What We Fear
Why Nostalgia Is Today’s Best Holiday GiftForget gadgets and gizmos — some gifts don’t need batteries to bring joy. Lindsay…
Why Confidence Is the Currency of 2026: Tony Chapman on Brands That Got It Right
What makes a brand win or lose trust in today’s chaotic, AI-driven world? Tony Chapman unpacks the marketing hits and…
What If the Weirdest Places on Earth Are Real?
Falcon Lake. Shag Harbour. Skinwalker Ranch. These names keep surfacing—for strange signals, sightings, and things we can’t quite explain. Shane…
The Collapse of Hustle Culture: What AI Is Really Killing
Forget robot overlords—AI’s real impact might be much deeper. Greg Fish returns with a bold look at how generative tech…
SHIFTHEADS: Bitcoin vs. Everything Else: What Makes It Different in 2025
Ethereum, meme coins, XRP — the crypto space is crowded. But Adam O’Brien says Bitcoin is playing a different game.…
NEW- A Fabergé Egg was inside what??
An egg covered in diamonds, sapphires—and one of the weirdest endings to a theft ever. On this Good News Tuesday,…
ICYMI – The Misinformation Trap: Why Social Media Gets Love (and Life) So Wrong
Red flags, “this is your sign” advice, and hot takes on love are everywhere — but are they helping? Dr.…
Shiftheads – Why Is Instagram Just One Big Scam Now?
It used to be social — now it’s just sales. In this Good News Tuesday episode, Shane and Ryan go…
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Roomba’s maker iRobot just went bankrupt — and a Chinese robotics giant is taking over. In this episode, Kris Abel…
SHIFTHEADS: Smiling Helps When You’re Gagging (And Other Wisdom from Bob Addison)
Yes, that’s a real tip — and no, this episode isn’t what you think. In this hilarious and weirdly useful…
No One Writes Anymore — And It’s Costing Us More Than We Realize
Writing a letter used to mean something. It still does — if we let it. In this reflective and timely…
What If Your Side Hustle Is Just Time Debt?
It started with good news — a new home, a killer video game win, and a 16-year-old landing a premium…
Good News Tuesday: Can a Creepy Tree Become a Christmas Hero?
Woody was broken. With Christmas approaching, it looked like the most bizarre holiday mascot in Canada might miss the season…
The Side Hustle Is the New Debt — But Gen Z Might Be the Way Out
The job market is shifting — again. With layoffs, unstable wages, and endless side hustles, it’s harder than ever to…
SHIFTHEADS: The New Spy Game: Hidden Agents, AI Influence & Cognitive Warfare
Espionage isn’t in the shadows anymore — it’s everywhere, and we’re often part of it without even knowing. Shane Hewitt…
Why Your Budget Always Fails — And What to Do Instead
Ever wondered why money tips never seem to stick? Jessica Moorhouse has the answer — and it starts with your…
Sock Sock Shoe Shoe: The Christmas Switch, & Rob Reiner’s Legacy
Christmas mode has officially flipped — but not without a strange twist in the headlines. Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell…
Handy Andy’s Last Minute Christmas Guide and Cautions
Handy Holiday Tech IdeasIs it sock-sock-shoe-shoe or sock-shoe-sock-shoe? That lighthearted debate sets the tone as Shane reconnects with Handy Andy…
Hollywood Goodbye: Richard Crouse on Rob Reiner’s Legacy and Loss
In one of his final interviews, Rob Reiner spoke with Richard Crouse about love, laughter, and a life spent telling…
ICYMI – $500 Lego and a Mortgage, Please: How Millennials Do Christmas
Is it still a gift if it’s 3,600 plastic pieces and costs more than rent? In this millennial Christmas breakdown,…
What Canadians Really Want in a Car (Versus What They Buy)
Ferraris and Porsche 911s top the search lists — but that’s not what people are driving off the lot. Baris…
Driving Scared Isn’t Safe: Canada’s Winter Road Reality
Hazards on. Creeping at 40. Terrified behind the wheel. Lorraine Sommerfeld calls it like it is: being afraid on the…
NEW – Why Special Olympics Is Way More Than Just a Competition
Most people think Special Olympics is just about one big event — but they’re missing the real story. CEO Gail…
NEW – What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend? Dec 12 Edition
Would You Trust Your Neighbor to Kill a Monster?A child’s imagination or a deadly truth? In Dust Bunny, grief and…
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When did giving one perfect gift become harder than wrapping a dozen? This episode unpacks the shift from childhood Christmas…
NEW – What If the Future Is Already Fixed?
Time travel stories aren’t really about machines — they’re about regret, possibility, and what we’d risk to rewrite our lives.…
How to Be Honest with Kids — Without Ruining the Magic
You don’t have to lie to protect your child’s feelings — but you also don’t have to crush their imagination.…
Time Machines! Happy Friday Round-Up Dec 12
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Is Your Old Social Media Profile Ruining Your Reputation?
What happens to the digital life you forgot about? Mohit Rajhans joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the rising risks of…
NEW – Trivial Pursuit Was Born in a Pub?
Trivial Pursuit wasn’t designed in a corporate boardroom — it was dreamed up by two Canadian journalists over beers and…
NEW – How to avoid the $830 Food Habit
Food delivery exploded — and now so has the cost. In this episode, Ryan O’Donnell walks through a side-by-side cost…
From Free-Range Kids to Helicopter Parents: What Happened?
Sent to the store alone. Smoked around indoors. Hitchhiked without question. Rob Breakenridge and Shane Hewitt dig into the cultural…
The $20 Billion Scam War You Didn’t See Coming
Online fraud isn’t just a nuisance — it’s a global criminal industry stealing billions from Canadians each year. Detective Dave…
The Year That Secretly Started the ’80s
Care Bears, Dungeons & Dragons, and Strawberry Shortcake all trace back to 1979 — not the ’80s. Ed Conroy reveals…
Would You Let THIS Santa Down Your Chimney?
What Do You Get a Wookiee for Christmas?Yes, that’s a real song. Richard Crouse takes us deep into pop culture…
Riding in Truck Beds, Smoking Indoors & Other Things You Can’t Do Anymore
Some childhood memories age well. Others would get you arrested. In this nostalgic trip back to 1979, Shane Hewitt shares…
NEW – Did Your Parents Do This in 1979?
Smoking in taxis. Kids tethered in the back window of a Barracuda. A Ford Pinto packed like a clown car.…
Would You Buy a Turkey at Dollarama?
Dollarama sells food — but where do we draw the line? Sylvain Charlebois dives into the economics of dollar store…
NEW – Three’s Company – What Happens If Paramount Buys Warner Bros. from under Netflix?
From Game of Thrones to The Last of Us, Warner Bros. owns some of the most iconic entertainment on earth.…
SHIFTHEADS: Is Your Home Camera Really Safe? A Hacker’s Honest Answer
Think your smart camera is locked down? Think again. Hank Fordham, ethical hacker and cybersecurity specialist, explains how basic oversights—like…
Quitting Smoking, Fighting Fear, and Hypnosis That Actually Works
Ottawa is buried in snow. Calgary turns from sunshine to sub-zero. And in the middle of it, a quiet story…
How Power Moves: From Tracking Workers to Seizing Oil
Part 1 Microsoft Teams Is Tracking You. Should You Care?The snow’s falling, the coffee’s hot, and so is the debate…
What the CIA Tried to Do with Hypnosis (and Failed)
Could hypnosis turn people into spies — or killers? The CIA thought so. Nathan Radke walks through real Cold War…
Inside the AI Music Laundering Scam
What if the worst songs on Spotify weren’t made for people — but for bots? Greg Fish unpacks a rising…
NEW – Can 24 Acts of Kindness Change Christmas?
What if every day in December came with a mission to make the world better — not a chocolate? Tony…
Beads, Snow, and Storytelling: Inside a Modern Indigenous Christmas
What do fishbone earrings, powwow songs, and Christmas markets have in common? According to Ceiran Starlight — everything. In this…
NEW – Elon Faked a Robot. It was Ugly.
Robot scandals are heating up — and Kris Abel is here for all of it. This episode breaks down how…
NEW – They Flew to See the Northern Lights… and Got Clouded Out
Dr. Elaina Hyde returns with fresh cosmic insights: why now is prime time for aurora hunting, what’s behind those solar…
ICYMI – Be Someone’s Taco: Sam Demma on Kindness, Criticism & Creative Living
Can one kind gesture really shift someone’s life? Sam Demma thinks so—and he’s living proof. In this raw, deeply human…
Animal Testing Is Failing — And Science Finally Knows It
For 90 years, animal testing was the gold standard in drug development. But now the data is in: it doesn’t…
Why Vancouverites Shouldn’t Own Umbrellas (And Other Uncle Bob Truths)
Forget the weather app — Uncle Bob’s here with the real forecast: sarcasm, memory lane, and light overcast shade. This…
Warning: Yellow Snow & Other Good News
Is Canada really using “Warning Yellow Snow” as an official weather term now? On this Good News Tuesday, Shane, Ryan,…
NEW – He Biked the World at 69 — For Love
At 69, one man biked around the world in honor of his late wife — and now he’s chasing a…
SHIFTHEADS: Netflix vs. Paramount: The Streaming War Heats Up
Netflix makes a $72M move to buy Warner Brothers’ streaming division — and then Paramount tries to snatch it with…
Shiftheads – Trust Your Gut. It Knows More Than You Think.
When’s the last time you followed your gut — or ignored it and regretted it? Shane and Ryan get honest…
Charcuterie Boards, Christmas Cravings & Cozy Traditions
It’s three weekends to Christmas — and things are getting delicious.Shaneand Ryan serve up a festive episode filled with cozy…
Is your girlfriend’s book boyfriend ruining your real-life relationship?
It might sound dramatic, but it’s becoming a real issue. When fictional heroes are written to be endlessly patient, impossibly…
Rage Bait, Satire Fails & Christmas Snacks Gone Wild
What do meth smugglers, charcuterie boards, and fake news have in common? Somehow, it all comes together in this episode…
From Hallmark to Hamlet: What the Hell Should We Watch
MOVIES – From Killer Animatronics to Oscar Hopefuls: What to Watch This WeekendA horror sequel, a heartbreaking Shakespeare origin story,…
Happy Friday Panel – Behind the Drapes: Power Plays, Green Betrayals & Political Optics
Should Politicians and Journalists Party Together?What happens when politicians, press, and power meet over dinner and jokes? This episode questions…
The Secret to a Healthy Charcuterie “Bird” (Yes, Bird)
Charcuterie just got a glow-up. Shane and Alyssa B flip the script on the classic party board—renaming it a “charcuterie…
Canada’s Car Theft Crisis: What Insurers Know That Drivers Don’t
It’s not just high-end vehicles anymore—car theft in Canada has become a full-blown crisis, and the most stolen cars might…
NEW – The Advent Calendar That Started a Holiday Movement
Four advent calendars. One hyped-up kid. Endless Christmas joy. Bob Addison returns with tales from Surrey, where his family’s holiday…
NEW – Should Canada Mind Its Own Business?
Shane Hewitt and Rob Breakenridge tackle the latest controversy over Canada selling trucks to U.S. immigration enforcement — and ask…
NEW – Why We Can’t Quit Cheesy Christmas Movies and Is Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 Just a Sequel Setup?
They’re predictable, cozy, and impossible to ignore—cheesy holiday movies have taken over. But why do we keep watching them? Richard…
Memory Isn’t Nostalgia — It’s Identity
Shane Hewitt’s Throwback Thursday monologue is more than a reflection — it’s a philosophy of memory. With no guests and…
NEW – 1980 in Real Life: Memory, Money, and Moments That Shaped Us
This isn’t just nostalgia — it’s history made personal. Shane Hewitt opens Throwback Thursday with a solo tour through 1980,…
Why Meat Will Drive Food Inflation in 2026
Get ready to spend more at the grocery store — again. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois returns with the 2026 Food Price…
Shiftheads – The Day Led Zeppelin Died — What If They Hadn’t?
December 4, 1980, marked the end of Led Zeppelin — but what if it didn’t have to? Music publicist and…
What is Woke Fishing in Dating and the Death of Real Chemistry
Dating is weird now. In this special date night segment, Shane Hewitt teams up with Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco…
Rubik’s Cubes, Synths & The Shining: The Future Began in 1980
What do Pac-Man, The Wall, and a VHS copy of The Shining have in common? They all helped define 1980—a…
ICYMI – The Internet Is Lying to You—And Making Money Doing It
Think you’re arguing with a person online? You might be fighting a business model. Greg Fish breaks down how foreign…
NEW- The Car You Drive Is a Lie: How Auto Makers Are Failing Us
From rising costs to bloated tech features no one uses, today’s cars are more frustrating than futuristic. Lorraine Sommerfeld pulls…
Bigfoot, Quiet Quitting & the Myth of Accountability
It’s the season of belief—but not just in Santa. Shane Hewitt kicks off tonight’s show asking the big question: is…
Smart Speakers: Press Gallery Dinner & Workplace Speech Rights
Shane Hewitt is joined by Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead to talk about the Ottawa press gallery dinner and Alberta’s…
Why the Moon Looks Bigger in Winter—and What’s Next for Artemis II
The final full moon of 2025 isn’t just beautiful—it’s revealing. Dr. Elaina Hyde joins Shane to break down what’s really…
Shiftheads – Is Bigfoot Real? The Science Might Surprise You
Think Bigfoot is pure fantasy? Think again. Dr. Lee Kuhnle came to debunk Sasquatch—but ended up questioning his own assumptions.…
NEW – Quiet Quitting Isn’t the Problem—Disengagement Is
Quiet quitting isn’t a trend—it’s a symptom. Ajay Pangarkar joins Shane to reveal what’s really driving employee disengagement, and why…
Want Loyalty? Start With Purpose.
Quiet quitting, viral complaints, burnt-out teams—what’s missing? Tony Chapman says the answer is simple: purpose. This episode is a masterclass…
NEW – How a Hotel Photo Can Help Stop a Crime
A simple hotel room photo could help rescue someone from sex trafficking. Tech expert Kris Abel shares the groundbreaking AI…
NEW- Canada’s Drone Problem: Cheap, Chinese, and Dangerous
Over 80% of the RCMP’s drones were made in China — and now they’ve been pulled from sensitive use. Former…
ICYMI – Redefining Aging: How to Live With Purpose at Any Age
Getting older isn’t about slowing down — it’s about waking up. Helen Valleau, founder of Elegant Aging, joins to reframe…
When Politics Becomes Performance: Matt Gurney on the Illusion of Accountability
Matt Gurney doesn’t pull punches — and in this episode, he lays out why much of Canadian political theatre feels…
NEW – Why The Tenors Are Canada’s Soundtrack to Christmas
Four voices, one purpose — to bring harmony, hope, and holiday magic across Canada. Mark Masri of The Tenors joins…
The Power of Giving (and Montreal Bagels)
It’s Giving Tuesday — but is it just post-Black Friday guilt, or does giving back actually pay off? Shane kicks…
GOOD NEWS TUESDAY – Why a $30 Radio Still Matters
Sometimes the most meaningful gifts are the simplest. On this edition of Good News Tuesday, Shane Hewitt shares a memory…
SHIFTHEADS: Why Generosity Starts With Kids
As adult giving declines across Canada, a new idea is taking hold: what if the future of philanthropy lies with…
Shiftheads – You’re Not Too Old — You’re Just Getting Started
Getting older doesn’t mean getting boring. On Good News Tuesday, Shane Hewitt hosts a conversation that challenges everything we assume…
The Rise of ALPR: Crime-Fighting Tech or Surveillance Overreach?
License plate tracking isn’t science fiction — it’s already here. Former police officer and TikTok traffic expert Sean Shapiro joins…
NEW – From Deals to Decency: What Giving Tuesday Means in a Hungry Country
After Black Friday’s frenzy and Cyber Monday’s chaos, Giving Tuesday hits differently — especially when 2.2 million Canadians are turning…
SHIFTHEADS: $1,000 Worth Breaking up the Story We Tell Ourselves
What would it take for you to leave the life you’ve built? In this solo episode, Shane Hewitt dives deep…
Would You Move Cities for $1,000 a Month?
How much money would it take to uproot your life? In this solo segment, Shane Hewitt poses a provocative question:…
NEW – Handy Andy: From Gutter Hacks to AI Ghosts: Can Tech Save Us or Scare Us?
Gutters, Porch Pirates, and $1,000 MovesWhat if all it took to double your future savings was moving cities? Handy Andy…
NEW – Why Gen Z Is the Fittest (and Loneliest?) Generation
We’re healthier than ever — but are we happier? In this thought-provoking episode, Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell unpack the…
Shiftheads – The Movement Crisis in Youth: Mental Health, COVID, and a Path Forward
Physical activity among youth is plummeting—and it’s shaping their future health. Dr. Claire Leblanc, a pediatric rheumatologist at McGill, shares…
ICYMI – Scene+, Expiry Loopholes, and the Truth About Points
Scene+ just dethroned PC Optimum — and it’s not just because of movie tickets. Patric Sojka unpacks the fast-growing power…
Would You Move to Save $1,000 a Month?
What if a thousand dollars a month stood between you and a better life? In this candid conversation, Jessica Moorhouse…
Happy Friday Round Up! the Hidden Politics Nobody Wants to Admit is Happening
Why Canada Post Is Losing Trust — And What It Could Learn From SantaCharities don’t even trust the mail anymore…
NEW – Fighter Jets to Deep Space: Jeremy Hansen’s Mission to the Moon
What does it take to go from Cold Lake, Alberta to orbiting the Moon? Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen talks about…
Black Friday Deals, Astronaut Dreams, and Santa on Instagram
What do switching phone providers, being followed by Santa, and training for a moon mission have in common? Not much…
Funerals, Lottery Chaos, and the Weirdest Gas Station Heist Ever
When did funerals start feeling more common than weddings? Shane, Ryan, and Noah go on a Friday ride through the…
NEW – What the Hell Should We Watch (this weekend) with Steve Stebbing
Movies: Zootopia 2, Afterlife Dilemmas, and a Canadian Story That Hits HardTalking animals, soulmates, and stolen identities — this week’s…
This isn’t even AI (yet?): Three Years of ChatGPT
It’s only been three years, but it feels like AI has reshaped everything — or has it? Mohit Rajhans joins…
Are License Plate Cameras Watching You?
License plate tracking isn’t science fiction — it’s already here. Former officer and TikTok traffic expert Sean Shapiro joins Shane…
XEQT and Chill: The Easiest Way to Grow Wealth?
Forget chasing hot stocks. Anita Bruinsma explains why “XEQT and chill” might be the smartest — and simplest — investing…
From AM 80s to Dad Rock: What Counts as a Classic Now?
What happens when the music you love gets labeled “grandpa rock”? Shane Hewitt leads a fun, feisty conversation on National…
NEW – From Stairway to Seven Nation Army: The Riffs That Rock Us
Some guitar riffs aren’t just songs — they’re cultural memory. On this throwback-fueled episode, Eric Alper joins Shane Hewitt to…
National Guitar Day and the Riff That Moves You
What’s the one guitar riff that still gives you goosebumps? On National Electric Guitar Day, Shane, Ryan, and Noah go…
What’s Really in Your Food? Behind the Grocery Aisle with the Food Professor
From rotisserie chickens to Campbell’s soup scandals, food prices and trust are on the line. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, aka The…
NEW – Trudeau, Smith, and the Pipeline Plot Twist
When Alberta’s premier and Canada’s PM suddenly stop fighting, something big is happening. Rob Breakenridge joins to unpack the day…
Bif Naked Unfiltered: The Real Life Behind the Rockstar
Behind the tattoos and the anthems, Bif Naked is a storyteller. Her new documentary doesn’t just celebrate a career—it reveals…
Why Career Advice Needs a Rethink — Especially for Parents
Most people don’t end up doing what they first set out to — so why are we still asking kids…
Electric Riffs & Dive Bar Anthems: Canada’s Rock Legacy
From Zeppelin to Nickelback, what makes a guitar riff unforgettable—and why do some songs still start the party decades later?…
Richard Crouse: The $9M Comic and Booze & Reviews of Hamnet
PART 1: The $9M Comic in the Attic: Superman, Nostalgia & Guinness Gravy An attic surprise turns into a $9…
Shiftheads – Seeing Isn’t Believing: How AI Deepfakes Are Breaking Reality
The Deepfake Crisis: Are We Losing Reality?What happens when seeing is no longer believing? Nathan Radke, co-host of The UncoverUp,…
NEW – Who Made This? Who Cares! Trust, AI, and the New Rules of Politics and Content
Part 1 AI Labels, Trust, and the Future of Creative IntegrityShould we label AI-generated content—or is it already too late?…
SHIFTHEADS: Black Friday, Meet AI: How Retailers Are Outsmarting Shoppers (and Saving Them Money)
What if your favourite deal was never meant for you—but created just for your phone? In this eye-opening conversation, retail…
NEW – Seeing Is No Longer Believing: When AI Kills the Magic
That Coca-Cola ad? It was AI. The viral song? Also AI. And now every time something feels magical online, the…
ICYMI – Big Tech’s Internet Takeover: Is the Doom Loop Real?
What if the internet is no longer built for you—but built to trap you? Greg Fish breaks down how social…
Saving Your Relationship – is it Healthy or Just Familiar?
Not all relationships that feel normal are actually healthy. Dr. Betsy Chung breaks down the difference—and reveals why many people…
AI Warning Labels: Do We Deserve to Know?
If AI is behind a song, article, or Instagram photo—should that be disclosed? Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Noah Scanga…
NEW – Read This Before You Talk Pipelines
Alberta’s pipeline promise might sound like progress, but Matt Gurney isn’t buying the headlines — not yet. In this episode,…
NEW- How to Stop Pretending It’s Perfect
Behind every polished Instagram post is a woman wondering if she’s doing it right. In Part 1: The Pressure to…
This Is Your Sign to Slow Down
It wasn’t the show they planned — but it might be the one they needed. After a snowstorm grounded him…
NEW – Santa, a Swinger, and a Stuffie (didn’t walk into a bar)
When was the last time something small hit you big — a scent, a number, a voice — and you…
SHIFTHEADS: Blind Boxes, Big Money: Are We Just Gambling Now?
You don’t pick the toy — you pick the chance. Blind boxes are exploding in popularity, with people spending $60…
Shiftheads – Handy Andy DIY Winter Survival + Black Friday Tech Picks
Part 1: Winter Isn’t the Problem — Poor Prep IsHandy Andy Baryer breaks down the most common mistakes that send…
ICYMI – Can a Wheelchair Climb Stairs? Toyota’s Wild New Bot Says Yes
Toyota has unveiled a game-changing mobility device—and it walks. Literally. Inspired by mountain goats, the “Walk Me” prototype ditches wheels…
Signs from the Universe – Your Grandpa or Your Dad?
When Bob Addison picked his son up from school, he didn’t expect a classmate to ask, “Is that your grandpa?”…
Why Canada’s Fighter Jet Debate Is a Farce
The F-35 decision is made — so why is Saab still lobbying? Richard Shimooka cuts through the noise and explains…
Devine Intervention: Can the New Vine Survive TikTok?
Six seconds of creativity. No AI. No filters. That’s the pitch behind Devine — a revival of the original Vine…
The $16,786 Food Reality & Why Loyalty Isn’t What It Was
To eat well in Canada, a family of four now needs nearly $17,000 a year. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois breaks down…
Wizard of Oz Politics: MPs Hide, Democracy Dies
When MPs are hiding behind curtains to fake a budget abstention, it’s not strategy — it’s cowardice. Rob Breakenridge joins…
Captain Chris Hadfield’s Guide to Limiting Regrets & Finding Joy
Part 1 Earth to Massey Hall: Chris Hadfield’s Night of WonderFrom commanding theInternational Space Stationto staging a one‑night‑only performance atMassey Hall, Chris Hadfield…
$22,000 for a Sunroof? The Hidden Cost of Car “Luxury”
It shattered expectations — and a bank account. Lorraine Sommerfeld returns with a wild case of a $22,250 sunroof replacement…
Speaker’s Corner, 1998 & The Spirit of Pre-Digital Celebrity Hangouts
1998 was more than just another year — it was a cultural turning point. With memories of the Spice Girls’…
Richard Crouse: Bridget Jones statues and Wicked for Good Review
Part 1 | Richard Crouse – Why 4,000 Iconic Interviews Vanished — And What Remains What happens when a generation’s…
The Science of Morning Routines: How to Rewire Your Brain for Success
Start your day with intention and science. In this episode, habit-change expert Katie Faloon-Drew reveals how the first few minutes…
Smart Speakers: Stranger Things in Ottawa: Conspiracies, Confidence & the Cost of Leadership
Part 1: Behind the Curtain: Oz, Optics & Ottawa’s Political TheatreWhat do Conservative MPs hiding from a vote and the…
The Real MKUltra: Stranger Things’ Dark Inspiration
Stranger Things draws from real experiments darker than the show itself. Dr. Lee Kuhnle of The Uncover Up podcast reveals…
Trump’s Speech Without Trump: A Wild Read-Aloud Experiment
What happens when you remove Donald Trump’s voice from a Donald Trump speech? Chaos. Comedy. Confusion. Shane and Ryan test…
Why Gen Z Is Going Back to Church (But on Their Terms)
A surprising shift is happening: Gen Z, the most digitally connected and culturally skeptical generation, is quietly rediscovering faith. But…
Stranger Things and the Real Conspiracies Behind It
Stranger Things might be fiction, but the inspiration behind it is anything but. From government mind control programs to interdimensional…
If AI Can Do Your Job, Do You Still Matter?
What happens when AI use becomes mandatory at work—and you’re punished for not using it enough? Greg Fish joins Shane…
Amazon Haul vs. Your Local Mall: The Holiday Showdown
Amazon has declared war on dollar stores — and your neighborhood shops may be next. Tony Chapman joins to break…
Uncle Bob vs. Christmas, FIFA, and CAPTCHA Codes
One man. Four pairs of broken dollar-store glasses. Zero FIFA tickets. Bob Addison returns with a festive survival story straight…
Why Men Say “I’m Fine” — And Why It’s Killing Us
Most men say “I’m fine” when they’re anything but. In this episode, Todd Minerson of Movember Canada unpacks the silence…
What Does a Good Day Even Look Like?
Waking up should be simple. But for most, it’s not. This solo episode tackles the hidden habits that shape our…
Good News Tuesday: The Power of Small Wins (and Nerdy Card Decks)
It’s not just feel-good fluff—Good News Tuesday is built on the idea that shared wins change mindsets. Shane Hewitt, Ryan…
Why Your Car Wasn’t Stolen—And Why That’s Good News
Good News Tuesday kicks off with an ironic twist: a rundown of the most stolen cars in Canada. But there’s…
Snapchat Steps Up, Russia Falls Flat (Literally)
Snapchat’s new mental health support tool might be one of the most meaningful updates in its history—and it’s only in…
(Literally Hiding) Behind the Curtain: How Canada’s Budget Survived
MPs literally hid behind curtains to avoid voting—yes, that actually happened. In this episode, Matt Gurney joins Shane to explain…
The 10-Minute Morning Hack That Changes Everything
Before you scroll, check email, or get out of bed—what if the first few minutes of your day were the…
Why Your Car Is More Likely to Be Written Off Now
Modern vehicles are more high-tech—and more disposable. With collision repair costs soaring and insurance write-offs becoming the norm, the economics…
The Deer That Time Forgot — And Science Just Found
A forgotten fossil from beneath Toronto reveals a new species of deer — and a missing chapter in North American…
The Passport Power Shift: Why Canada’s Rank Dropped
Canada’s passport used to be in the top 5 — now it’s 9th. Why? Basil Mohr-Elzeki of Henley & Partners…
NEW: Multilingual Minds: The Science Behind Language and Longevity
Is your second language secretly saving your brain? Dr. Samantha Yammine joins to explain new research suggesting multilingualism could be…
Would You Leave Canada Over This Budget?
The federal budget passed — barely — and it’s leaving a lot of Canadians wondering what’s next. In this episode,…
Holiday Spending Traps and Money Myths with Jessica Moorhouse
Jessica Moorhouse http://jessicamoorhouse.comIt’s the most wonderful (and spendy) time of year — but is Black Friday saving you money or…
From Frozen Pipes to AI Pop Stars: How to Outsmart Winter—and the Internet
What Would Handy Andy Do? Winter Renter’s EditionFrozen pipes, drafty windows, sky-high heating bills — winter can be brutal if…
Budget Battles, Exit Strategies & Living Like a King
The federal budget squeaks through — but are Canadians tuning out? Lucas Meyer and Stefan Keyes join Shane to break…
A Very Canadian Friday
What do chicken wings, CFL rivalries, and the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald have in common? This Friday episode blends…
Is It Healing or Just Hiding? The Truth Behind Mental Health Myths
Is emotional growth always healing—or could it be a form of hiding? Therapist Hailey Boggess joins Shane Hewitt to unpack…
Change the Plate, Change Your Fate
When food prices rise and time runs out, how do families stay nourished? Holistic nutritionist Alyssa B joins Shane Hewitt…
Happy Friday Round-Up: Icons, Identity & the Green of Saskatchewan
Part 1: Gordon Lightfoot, Montreal’s Mayoral Shift, and the Spirit of Canadian IdentityWhat does Gordon Lightfoot mean to the soul…
Wings, Pipe Dreams & the Case of the Wrong Caesar
It’s the kind of Friday night where the stories get stranger by the minute. Shane and Ryan bounce from elite…
From Grey Cup to Gordon Lightfoot: A Very Canadian Friday
What do chicken wings, CFL rivalries, and the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald have in common? This Friday episode blends…
Is It Healing or Just Hiding? The Truth Behind Mental Health Myths
Is emotional growth always healing—or could it be a form of hiding? Therapist Hailey Boggess joins Shane Hewitt to unpack…
What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend? Steve Stebbing’s Picks
Movies:From haunted cabin thrillers to a flawed Running Man reboot, film critic Steve Stebbing returns with his sharpest takes yet.…
Hollywood vs. AI: Can Actors Control Their Digital Selves?
As AI clones celebrity voices and creates digital actors, a legal and creative tug-of-war is heating up. Mohit Rajhans joins…
NEW: Change the Plate, Change Your Fate: Feeding Families on a Budget
When food prices rise and time runs out, how do families stay nourished? Holistic nutritionist Alyssa B joins Shane Hewitt…
Reviving the Lost Art of Debate
In an age of instant reactions and viral outrage, real debate has become a lost skill. Shane Hewitt and Frankie…
The Hidden Cost of Ottawa’s Project Priorities
When federal dollars start flowing—but skip your province entirely—it raises more than eyebrows. Rob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt for a…
Still Got It: Colin Mochrie on Comedy That Lasts
Comedy trends come and go—but Colin Mochrie’s brand of smart, silly improv still hits. This episode throws it back to…
Twilight Turns 20—and We Still Don’t Get It
Love it or hate it, Twilight changed everything. For a generation of teens, it was more than a book—it was…
Twilight Was Bad. That’s What Made It Great
It wasn’t cool. It wasn’t well written. But Twilight still rewired a generation—and Robyn Flynn was one of them. This…
The Meat You Eat Could Come from a Clone—and No One Has to Tell You
Imagine buying meat from a cloned animal—and not knowing it. No label. No warning. No choice. That’s what’s on the…
Brandon Boyd on Creativity, Change, and Not Getting Stuck
What if creativity could help make sense of life’s messiest questions? Brandon Boyd—yes, the voice of Incubus—shows how it does.…
Why 2005 Still Feels Like Yesterday: Twilight, Blockbuster, and the 20-Year Cycle
What does a blockbuster vampire romance, a defunct video store, and biblical symbolism have in common? Ed Conroy connects the…
Now You See It, Now You Stream It: From CGI Tricks to AI Icons
AI Wrote a Hit Country Song. Should We Care?Would you pay to talk to an AI version of your favourite…
SMART SPEAKERS: Conservative Communications in Crisis: What the Floor Crossing Exposed
In the aftermath of a headline-making floor crossing, Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead join Shane to assess the state of…
Faking the Moon: What 400,000 People Would Have Had to Hide
Kim Kardashian says the moon landing was staged. Nathan Radke disagrees — and has the science, history, and logic to…
Faking the Moon: What 400,000 People Would Have Had to Hide
Kim Kardashian says the moon landing was staged. Nathan Radke disagrees — and has the science, history, and logic to…
Canada Is Not Ready for AI — And That’s a Problem
Sam Jenkins of Punchcard joins Shane to explain why Canada is falling behind in the AI economy. From infrastructure gaps…
Why Canadians Are Decorating for Christmas Before Remembrance Day
Shane Hewitt describes a family moment where a Christmas movie was paused to observe Remembrance Day. Shane and Ryan discuss…
SMART SPEAKERS: Joy, Deflection, and Disarray: What Canadians Are Really Seeing This Season
How Christmas Trees and Political Strategy Collide in CanadaLindsay Broadhead and Jamie Ellerton join Shane to talk festive trees, sentimental…
Why Moon Landing Myths Thrive in the TikTok Era
This episode breaks down why moon‑landing conspiracies continue to explode online and how TikTok’s design supercharges misinformation. From flashy edits…
Why the Tech Bro Apocalypse is a Myth — And What’s Really Coming
Greg Fish returns to argue that the “AI God” narrative—the fantasy of machines rising up—is less credible than the reshaping of…
NEW – Becoming Me Again: Why So Many Are Searching
Tony Chapman joins Shane to reflect on the emotional thread behind “becoming me again.” They unpack how seasons of life,…
The Condo Question, The Car Regret, and When Kids Cost Too Much
Financial planner Anita Bruinsma walks through the hidden costs behind life’s big decisions — from whether to buy a condo…
The Voices We Almost Lost: Veterans, Memories, and the Legacy of War
What happens when a veteran finally shares what war did to them—decades later? Historian Michael Petrou returns with powerful insights…
Why the Poppy Endures: The Forgotten Origins of a Canadian Symbol
Every November, red poppies appear on lapels across Canada — but few remember where the tradition came from or why…
New Ways to Wear a Poppy: How Remembrance Day Is Changing
The poppy isn’t just a pin — it’s a powerful symbol of remembrance, and now it’s more accessible than ever.…
Inside Canada’s Forgotten Tank War
It wasn’t just Britain and the U.S. with tanks that turned the tide. Captain Sheldon Smith reveals how Canadian armor…
The Unknown Soldier and Canada’s Living Memory
Tucked into downtown Ottawa is a quiet tomb that holds powerful meaning — even though no one knows who lies…
Why Canada’s War Stories Still Matter in 2025
What happens when a nation forgets its past? Tim Cook, Chief Historian at the Canadian War Museum, argues that remembering…
The Barbershop: Where Men Still Feel Seen
It’s more than grooming — it’s connection. Matty Conrad, founder of Victory Barber and GQ’s beard expert, joins Shane Hewitt…
Barbershops, Brotherhood & the Lost Art of Talking
Barbershops as spaces for connection:In a world of earbuds and echo chambers, the barbershop still holds space for real conversation.…
NEW – Can Your Thermostat Save You Money — or Just Watch You?
Smart Thermostat SavingsSmart home tech promises savings, but at what cost? Handy Andy Baryer joins Shane Hewitt to break down…
Barbershops, Space Junk & What Keeps Men Grounded
What connects a weathered barbershop chair to astronauts stranded in orbit? Perspective. Shane Hewitt threads two seemingly unrelated stories —…
Have Aliens Already Mined the Moon?
Mining robots, moon factories, and self-replicating spacecraft Forget flying saucers — if alien probes have visited our solar system, they’re…
Shiftheads – Budget Blunders, Love Languages & Floor Crossing Fog: The Happy Friday Roundup
Part 1: From classical music and game nights to a budget with no punch — this week’s Roundup blends the…
NEW – From Gothic Monsters to Boxing Legends: What to Watch This Weekend
Movies:An action-packed Predator reboot, a dark boxing biopic with Sydney Sweeney, and a courtroom war drama with Russell Crowe speaking…
ICYMI – The Cameraman Becomes the Story: Kirk Neff’s Fight Against Tremors
Kirk Neff spent his career behind the camera capturing life-changing stories — until his own body became one. Diagnosed with…
Brain Surgery, Breakfast, and the Stuff That Makes Us Feel Loved
After 40 years with tremors, Kirk Neff underwent brain surgery that changed his life — now he can carry a…
NEW – FlavorPhiles: What a Michelin Chef and His Radio Dad Teach Each Other
Can food be a language of love, legacy, and leadership? For Jerry and Tanner Agar, the answer is a sizzling…
SHIFTHEADS: The ROI Illusion: Mohit Rajhans on Why AI Isn’t Saving Your Business (Yet)
Everyone’s chasing ROI from AI — but what if we’re asking the wrong questions? Media strategist Mohit Rajhans breaks down…
NEW – New Ways to Wear a Poppy: How Remembrance Day Is Changing
The poppy isn’t just a pin — it’s a powerful symbol of remembrance, and now it’s more accessible than ever.…
The Unknown, The Remembered: A Look Head at our Remembrance Day Special
This Remembrance Day, step closer to the stories behind the ceremonies. From the mud of cavalry charges to the steel…
When the Music Meets the Movies: Richard Crouse on Remixing Culture
Part 1: From front‑row concerts to film premieres, Richard Crouse brings an insider’s lens to how entertainment evolves. He joins Shane…
How Much Does Happiness Cost in Canada?
What’s the price of happiness — literally? Shane Hewitt breaks down a new ranking of Canada’s happiest cities cross-referenced with…
NEW – Kokomo, Cost of Living, and Canada in 1988
What did happiness cost in 1988? Shane Hewitt takes us back to the era of acid-wash jeans, shoulder pads, and…
SHIFTHEADS: What the 2025 Budget Missed About Food—and Why It Matters
There’s $115 billion for infrastructure—but just $680 million for agri-food. In this candid breakdown, Dr. Sylvain Charlebois scrutinizes Canada’s 2025…
Shiftheads – Political Floor Crossings, Budget Bluster & Blue Jays Shade
No, we’re not getting an election — but we are getting drama. Shane Hewitt and Rob Breckenridge unpack a week…
ICYMI – Kokomo, Comeback Kings, and the Secret History of the Beach Boys
It’s 1988, and somehow — against all odds — the Beach Boys have the #1 song in America. Eric Alper…
Petro-Canada Swag and Pop Culture Power: Why 1988 Still Hits
Remember your first “Just Do It” ad? Or those gold-rimmed Petro-Canada Winter Olympic glasses? Ed Conroy of Retro Ontario does…
Shiftheads – From Buckets to Billboards: KFC’s Sneaky Marketing Win at the Jays Game
What looked like a fun cameo at a Blue Jays game was actually a million-dollar marketing masterstroke. Tony Chapman reveals…
SHIFTHEADS: Scam Calls and Slave Labor: The Hidden Crime You’ve Already Answered
Think you’re just ignoring a scam call? You might be ignoring a cry for help. Dr. Lee Kuhnle reveals a…
Running Out of Data Was the Best Thing That Happened to Me
What started as a billing disaster turned into a digital wake-up call. After blowing past his shared data limit, Shane…
NEW – The Budget That Didn’t Land: What It Means for the Liberals
It had no flash, no clear story, and no retail wins—so what was this budget for? Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay…
NEW – The Hacker Who Watches the Scammers: Inside Jim Browning’s Digital Justice
What happens when the scammer gets scammed—on camera? In this solo episode, Shane spotlights Jim Browning, the white-hat hacker from…
NEW – Nukes, Duds, and Digital Deterrence: The Truth About Modern Nuclear Testing
Nuclear bombs might not even work—and that’s part of the strategy. Greg Fish joins the show to explain how today’s…
ICYMI – Cannabis Is Legal—So Why Isn’t Canada Cashing In?
Seven years after legalization, cannabis is mainstream—but Canada’s policies still treat it like a liability. David Coletto reveals new polling…
NEW – Only 1 in 10 Cars Bought in Canada Are Made Here. Why?
Canada built 1.3 million vehicles last year—yet only about 10% of the cars Canadians actually bought were made here. Lorraine…
ICYMI: The Joy of Solitude: Reconnecting in an Overconnected World
DESCRIPTION:Loneliness hurts — but solitude can heal. Dr. Robert Coplan joins Shane Hewitt to reframe what it means to be…
SHIFTHEADS: The Budget Canadians Don’t Understand — And Why That Matters
The numbers are big, the language is complex, and the communication? Lacking. Economist Fred O’Riordan joins Shane Hewitt to unpack…
More Than a Meal: Why Supporting Restaurants Supports Everyone
Dining out is about more than food — it’s about community, youth jobs, and economic resilience. Kris Barnier joins Shane…
Good News Tuesday: Cameramen, Cancer Survivors & November Golf
Good News Tuesday goes beyond headlines with two unforgettable personal stories. First, CTV’s Omar Sachedina chronicles Kirk Neff’s fight against…
Solitude, Lego, and Budget Cuts: Finding Quiet in the Noise
In a city where 25,000 public sector jobs could be on the chopping block, Shane Hewitt reflects on how living…
ICYMI – Generational Investment — or Just Another Delay?
What happens when “generational” becomes a punchline? Matt Gurney joins Shane Hewitt to analyze a federal budget loaded with recycled…
NEW – Solitude, Smart Buds & Holograms for Kids
Solitude takes center stage — not loneliness, but the rich, reflective time alone that sparks creativity and memory. Shane Hewitt…
Shiftheads: Vivid Dreams, Brain Zaps, and 900 Tabs: A Week Off Meds with Bob Addison
Stopping your meds without a doctor’s input? Bob Addison did it, and he’s here to tell the tale — side…
Magic Cards & Budget Cuts: Can Good News Tuesday Survive Ottawa’s Budget?
When Good News Tuesday collides with federal Budget Day, optimism gets a reality check. Shane Hewitt opens the mic with…
NEW – The Carney Curse—Losing the World Series
We Started Here…Is it “Worcestershire,” “Warchester,” or “Wash Your Sister Sauce”? Shane Hewitt, Stefan Keyes, and Lucas Meyer kick things…
NEW: $12 for Pink Floyd, $1,100 for Rush: What Happened to Concerts?
Once, live music was magic. Now it’s a luxury… a candid breakdown of what’s gone wrong with concerts—from inflated ticket…
Shiftheads – The True Cost of Buying a Home: What First-Time Buyers Miss
Most people think they know what it takes to buy a home—until the hidden costs hit. Jessica Moorhouse unpacks the…
ICYMI – Situationships and Self-Awareness: Dating in Real Life
It’s never been easier to meet people — yet harder to know where things stand. Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco…
From Shoppers to Believers: The Secret to Emotional Brand Loyalty
A great product might earn a sale — but only community builds a lasting bond. Tony Chapman reveals how smart…
NEW: Why No One Can Say “Worcestershire” Right — And Other Language Oddities
Why do Canadians say “kilometers” like it’s a song lyric? And why does “Worcestershire” still haunt us all? In this…
NEW – Cobwebs to Candy Canes: The Fast Flip to Christmas + Your Photos Aren’t Safe in the Cloud
Part 1One day it’s skeletons and cobwebs — the next, it’s reindeer and ribbon. Shane Hewitt and Handy Andy Baryer…
SHIFTHEADS: The Pre-Budget Breakdown with Fred O’Riordan: Growth, Taxes & Trade
The upcoming budget holds more than line items—it signals a strategy for Canada’s economy. In this episode, Fred O’Riordan, National Leader…
NEW- Trick or Treat: Baseball, Bills & Canadian Realities
Part 1Is a Blue Jays–Dodgers matchup a national treat — or just a distraction from rising costs? In this edition…
SHIFTHEADS: Ghosts of Victoria & Haunted Headlines: Halloween Gets Real
Victoria isn’t just scenic — it’s seriously haunted. Author Ian Gibbs joins Ryan Price to unpack the eerie true stories…
Shiftheads – From Emma Stone’s Sci-Fi Fantasy to Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein: A Movie Roundup
Emma Stone stars in a surreal sci-fi fantasy from visionary director Yorgos Lanthimos — and it’s just the beginning. This…
Can AI Replace Google? Mohit Rajhans on Trust, Context, and the Business of Answers
AI is changing how people search, think, and decide — but can it be trusted? Mohit Rajhans breaks down the…
The Ghost in the Laundry Room: True Hauntings from Home
What do you do when a doorknob rattles, laughter echoes, and no one is there? Shane shares his real-life encounter…
NEW – Living with Mrs. Wallace: A Ghost Story That Warms the Room
What if your houseguest never leaves — and they’re not alive? Steve the Caller introduces Mrs. Wallace, the friendly spirit…
ICYMI – How @MovemberCA Grew Into a $1.5 Billion Men’s Health Movement
Movember didn’t start as a global campaign — it started with facial hair and a question: what if we could…
NEW- 5,000 Days on Earth: Turning Time Into a Family Tradition
What if time was more than just hours and years — what if it was something to celebrate? Bob Addison…
SHIFTHEADS: The Cost of Coffee: Cartels, & Courage @foodprofessor
Coffee may fuel the world, but in Colombia, its cultivation comes at a dangerous price. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois brings an…
Shiftheads – Strikes, Power Plays, and Public Trust: Alberta’s Political Crossroads
Alberta’s government is making waves with its use of the notwithstanding clause — and the implications are profound. In this…
Inside the Brain’s Fear Factory: How the Amygdala Shapes Anxiety
Fear isn’t just a feeling — it’s a survival system hardwired into the brain. Neuroscientist Dr. Samantha Yammine explains how…
Shiftheads: The Night 50,000 Baseball Fans Tried to Kill Disco
In 1979, a baseball promotion turned into a cultural reckoning. The Chicago White Sox’s “Disco Demolition Night” invited fans to…
Horror, Hollywood, and “Six Seven”: A Double Feature with Richard Crouse
Richard Crouse joins Shane Hewitt for a genre-hopping double feature — starting with a walk through the “ABCs of Horror”…
Why ‘1979’ Still Hurts So Good: Music, Memory, and Growing Up
Some songs don’t age — they echo. Smashing Pumpkins’ “1979” captures the raw ache of adolescence with a sound that…
NEW – You Take the Good, You Take the Bad, You Take Them Both and there you have the…
1979 was a year of seismic shifts — in sports, politics, and pop culture. In this solo “Throwback Thursday” edition,…
The Off-Limits Opera House on the Border: Where Two Nations Meet
Built in 1901, the Haskell Free Library and Opera House sits uniquely on the border between Canada and the United…
Shiftheads: Giant Monsters, Myths, and the Minds That Believe
From the Clearwater Monster to conspiracy theories that never die, Nathan Radke explores how the human mind turns stories into…
Hurricane Melissa
Few people see nature’s raw power up close — but George Kourounis has made it his life’s work. source
NEW – Hearing the Horror: James Deaville on Sound, Silence, and Suspense in Film
What is the scariest sound in a horror movie, anyway? Ever notice how the quietest moments in a movie feel…
NEW – Late Nights and Loud Cheers: Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead on the Blue Jays Effect
PART 1What keeps Canadians glued to the screen — or in the stands — during late-night Blue Jays games? Jamie…
SHIFTHEADS: 6 Survival Tips to Watching a Scary Movie for People Who Hate Scary
Scary movies are dumb (Shane’s words.. No worry). Not everyone loves a good scare — and that’s okay. Ryan O’Donnell…
The Harsh Truth About Space: Deep Space Cannibalism and Life Beyond Earth
Space looks glamorous — until you have to live there. Greg Fish joins Shane Hewitt to peel back the shiny…
Why We Seek Fear: Natasha Bailey on the Science of Control and Growth
Why do we pay to be scared? Natasha Bailey unpacks why fear fascinates us — from haunted houses to horror…
The Physics Behind Curve Balls: Athi Selvadurai on the Magnus Effect
DESCRIPTION:Why does a curve ball actually curve? Athi Selvadurai breaks down the Magnus effect — the science behind how spin,…
Halloween Candy Deals with Coupon Cutie
Coupon Cutie joins Shane Hewitt to share creative ways to celebrate the spooky season without overspending. source
The End of Easy Assumptions: Canada Faces Itself
What happens when a country built for one era wakes up in another? Journalist Matt Gurney lays out a candid…
ICYMI: The Evolution of Weather Forecasting: Impact Over Definition
Meteorologist Jim Abraham joins Shane Hewitt to explore how weather forecasting is evolving — from storm physics to the psychology…
Good News Tuesday: Canada’s Wake-Up Moment
It’s not all bad news in Canadian politics — awareness is growing, and complacency is finally being challenged. This Good…
SHIFTHEADS: Good News Tuesday: Finding Joy in the Everyday
This Good News Tuesday is packed with stories that prove optimism still thrives — from the energy of a Blue…
NEW- Good News Tuesday: From Critic to Creator — The “Shelby Oaks” Story
On this Good News Tuesday, Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell share an inspiring story from the world of film —…
ICYMI: Inside the Eye: George Kourounis on Hurricane Melissa
Few people see nature’s raw power up close — but George Kourounis has made it his life’s work. In this…
NEW – Halloween Goes High-Tech: Kris Abel on the New October Craze
Halloween isn’t just for kids anymore — and it’s getting a serious upgrade. Shane Hewitt and Kris Abel unpack how…
NEW – Baseball, Big Paydays, and Border Security
Part 1A conversation that starts like a coffee chat at McDonald’s turns into something deeper. Shane Hewitt sits down with…
NEW – Decoding Gen Alpha Slang: What Does “6-7” Even Mean?
Language keeps moving — and sometimes, it leaves the rest of us behind. Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell unpack the…
Sudbury Stories, Old Friends, and Halloween Magic
A heartfelt mix of memory and meaning — Shane shares stories from his trip to Sudbury, reflecting on the pull…
Super Wood, Smart Concrete, and the Future of AI Glasses
Part 1:From skipping the thermostat to saving the planet — Handy Andy Baryer joins Shane to explore the future of…
SHIFTHEADS: Inside the Psychology of Sports Betting with Dr. Andrew Kim
Why do fans bet against their own teams — and why does it feel good when they win either way?…
Navigating Modern Banking: Trust, Advice, and Financial Clarity
DESCRIPTION:Banks used to know your name — now they know your balance. Anita Bruinsma joins Shane Hewitt to unpack how…
ICYMI – Why Groceries Cost So Much: Inside the Power Struggle Between Brands and Retailers
Why are grocery prices still climbing when inflation is cooling? Retail analyst Bruce Winder joins Shane Hewitt to break down…
Halloween on a Budget: Smart Savings That Still Scare
Who says Halloween has to break the bank? Coupon Cutie joins Shane Hewitt to share creative ways to celebrate the…
NEW – What to Watch this Weekend: Bruce, Horror, and Hollywood Legends
Movies:Shane Hewitt and Steve Stebbing serve up this week’s essential watchlist — from rock icons to rising horror hits. Steve…
Fall Vibes, Friendship, and a Dash of Chaos
From Sudbury’s fall air to sports superstitions, Shane and Ryan deliver a mix of warmth, humour, and reflection. They share…
NEW – LEGO’s Next Level: From Bricks to Video Games
Shane Hewitt and Ryan explore LEGO’s evolution from timeless toy to pop-culture powerhouse. With insights from Gene Fong, LEGO Canada’s…
SHIFTHEADS: From Browsers to AI: How Personalization Changed Everything
The internet isn’t what it used to be. Shane Hewitt and Mohit Rajhans unpack the quiet revolution from traditional browsers…
Shiftheads – Trump, Trade, and Baseball: Canada’s Balancing Act
Part1It’s election season and playoff fever all at once. Shane Hewitt sits down with Jimmy Zoubris and Andrew Caddell for…
NEW – Inside the Surgery Suite: Dr. Jason Smith on Healing the Toronto Blue Jays
Behind every great athlete is a team of experts keeping them in the game. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jason Smith joins…
NEW – Green Comets and Mini Moons: The Wonders Above Us
Dr. Elaina Hyde joins Shane Hewitt to explore the night sky’s most fascinating guests — glowing green comets and mysterious…
Nine Weekends to Go: The Christmas Creep Begins
Holiday shopping season has started — whether we’re ready or not. Shane Hewitt, Ryan, and Noah share what’s popping up…
NEW – The Game That Made a Fan: Victoria Matiash on Heartbreak, Hope, and Hockey Magic
Every sports fan has a defining moment — and for Victoria Matiash, it started with heartbreak. She shares her number…
SHIFTHEADS: Joe Warmington on the Moment Canada Held Its Breath
When Joe Carter hit that home run, Joe Warmington wasn’t just reporting the story — he was living it. The…
Shiftheads – Oil, Opportunity, and the Prairies: Rob Breakenridge on Canada’s Political Crossroads
Rob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the Prime Minister’s recent speech — and its ripple effects across the Prairies.…
ICYMI – The Real Story Behind Canada’s Meat Price Surge
Beef prices are soaring — and the story behind it reveals a much deeper issue in Canada’s food economy. Dr.…
Why 1993 Still Feels Like Yesterday: Blue Jays, Pop Culture, and Canadian Nostalgia
1993 wasn’t just the year of the Blue Jays’ back-to-back World Series win — it was a cultural moment that…
Hot Ice Cream, Jimmy Kimmel, and the Art of Free Speech
When Tyra Banks invents “hot ice cream” and Jimmy Kimmel takes a stand, there’s more to unpack than celebrity headlines.…
The Accountability Gap: Parenting and AI in the Digital Age
As technology races ahead, accountability struggles to keep up. In this conversation, Shane Hewitt and Mohit Rajhans explore how social…
SHIFTHEADS: Housing, Defense, and the Cost of Political Promises
Shane Hewitt, Jamie Ellerton, and Ryan Price break down what government spending really means in practice — from housing affordability…
NEW – How Your Favorite Games Spy on You
That free mobile game might be costing more than you think. Shane Hewitt and Dr. Lee Kuhnle reveal how intelligence…
Gaming, Privacy, and the Fear of Being Watched
What if your favorite mobile game was spying on you? Shane Hewitt and Ryan unpack the hidden layers of gaming…
NEW – Canada’s Data Dilemma: The Hidden Cost of AI
AI and cloud computing are booming in Canada — but so are the data centres behind them. Shane Hewitt and…
Shiftheads – When AI Outgrows Us: What AGI Could Really Think
If Artificial General Intelligence ever arrives, would it want anything to do with us? Shane Hewitt and Greg Fish explore…
ICYMI – The Illusion of Busyness and the Future of Work
Everyone feels busy — but what are we really busy doing? Shane Hewitt and Tony Chapman unpack how technology, social…
NEW – Robots, Toilets, and Tech That Gets Personal
From playful smartphones to smart toilets, technology is getting intimate — maybe too intimate. Shane Hewitt and Kris Abel explore…
NEW- Reinventing Yourself: The Power of Travel in Dating
When dating feels stagnant, sometimes you need to change more than your profile — you need a new place. Shane…
We Deserve Care: Supporting Aging Adults with Down Syndrome
As people with Down syndrome live longer than ever, new challenges — and opportunities — are emerging. Shane Hewitt speaks…
The Jerseys We Love and the Teams That Break Us (well, they break Bob…)
When sports meet sentiment, the stories get personal. Shane Hewitt and Bob Addison reflect on what it means to be…
Welcome to Good News Tuesday: The Stories That Lift Us
When the world feels heavy, stories of progress and kindness remind us what’s still possible. This episode of Good News…
NEW – When the Price of Passion Gets Too High
Fandom used to be about love of the game — now it’s about the cost of keeping up. Shane Hewitt…
When the Cloud Goes Down: What the AWS Outage Reveals
A single outage can shut down half the internet — and that’s a problem. Shane Hewitt and Sam Jenkins break…
Shiftheads – How Two Teens Turned Family Game Night into a Business
Board games don’t just bring families together — sometimes, they build something brand new. Teen creators Adam and Kiara Palma…
ICYMI – The New Way to See Live Music: Ticket Packages Changing the Game
Concerts are no longer just a night out — they’re becoming full travel experiences. Shane Hewitt, Eric Alper, and Ryan…
Shiftheads – The Right to Repair and the Rise of Disposable Cars
From skyrocketing insurance rates to cars built for obsolescence, the auto industry is testing the patience — and wallets —…
NEW: The Louvre Heist: How Thieves Stole the Crown Jewels
A daylight robbery at the Louvre stunned the world — priceless Crown Jewels vanished in minutes. Former homicide detective Mark…
Why Money Feels Fast — But Grows Slow
Spending feels thrilling and instant, but real financial growth is slow and deliberate. Shane Hewitt and Jessica Moorhouse unpack the…
Show intro Engagement Stories and Muddy Sneakers
A weekend to remember turns into a reflection on proposals, love, and a pair of nearly ruined sneakers. Ryan shares…
SHIFTHEADS When AWS Falters: Outages, Risk, and Real-World Backups
A massive AWS service failure rippled across the internet, freezing critical tools and exposing how dependent modern life is on…
SHIFTHEADS: Engaged, Posted, and Processing: When Love Goes Online
Ryan O’Donnell opens up about his millennial moment of engagement — how it didn’t fully feel real until he shared…
ICYMI Blue Jays, Stolen Crown Jewels, and Canada Offline
A daylight robbery at the Louvre stunned the world — priceless Crown Jewels vanished in minutes. Former homicide detective Mark…
The Swag Gap: Fashion and Attraction in Modern Dating
When personal style meets romantic chemistry, sparks—and conflicts—can fly. Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco join Shane Hewitt to unpack “the…
Shiftheads – Horror, Humor, and Heart: Steve Stebbing Returns from VIFF
Fresh off watching 30 movies in 10 days at the Vancouver International Film Festival, Steve Stebbing joins Shane Hewitt and…
ICYMI Baseball, Superstitions, and a Glass of Riesling with Matt Cauz
Shane Hewitt and Matt Cauz mix sports and style in a conversation that celebrates the Toronto Blue Jays’ recent rollercoaster…
ICYMI – The Accountability Gap: Parenting and AI in the Digital Age
As technology races ahead, accountability struggles to keep up. In this conversation, Shane Hewitt and Mohit Rajhans explore how social…
Navigating Divorce: How the Fresh Start Registry Helps Rebuild Lives
Divorce changes everything—but it can also open the door to growth. Shane Hewitt talks with Olivia Howell, founder of the…
Matching Sweaters and Mixed Strategies: Friday Roundup with Andrew Caddell and Jimmy Zoubris
It’s another spirited Friday roundup with Andrew Caddell, Jimmy Zoubris, and Shane Hewitt, where burgundy sweaters and baseball talk meet…
NEW: Canada’s Food Future: What the World Sees That We Don’t
First responders carry invisible burdens, and leadership can make the difference between isolation and healing.Shane Hewitt speaks with Laura Kloosterman,…
New Voices, Nostalgia, and the Future of AI
A new chapter begins on the show as Shane Hewitt welcomes David Hunter to the team while confirming that Noah…
Back to the Future, Teacher Strikes, and Policy Rewinds with Rob Breakenridge
Shane Hewitt and Rob Breakenridge mix nostalgia and news in an episode that travels from pop culture to politics. They…
Shiftheads – Raccoons, Roulette, and a ChatGPT Jackpot
In this fun and unpredictable episode,Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell explore some of the week’s strangest and most entertaining stories.…
From KISS to the Future: Remembering Ace Frehley and Celebrating a Time Travel Classic
Broadcasting from Ottawa with Ryan O’Donnell in Calgary, Shane Hewitt blends reflection and nostalgia in this week’s Throwback Thursday. The…
From Pipelines to Pop Hits: Looking Back at 2015
Rewind to 2015 — a year of politics, scandals, and unforgettable pop culture. The conversation opens with the Keystone XL…
SHIFTHEADS: Canada’s Food Future: What the World Sees That We Don’t
When international audiences look at Canada’s food economy, they see potential — but also untapped opportunity. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, known…
NEW Ace Frehley, Back to the Future, and the Soundtrack of Nostalgia
Take a trip through music history and movie magic in this heartfelt, nostalgic episode. They remember the late Ace Frehley,…
The Hidden Weak Link: Third-Party Vendors and Cyber Risk
Canadian companies are facing a wave of data breaches — but many of the vulnerabilities aren’t inside their own systems.…
Back to the Future: How 80s Nostalgia Still Shapes Us
Few films capture the imagination quite like Back to the Future. In this Throwback Thursday special, cultural historian Ed Conroy…
ICYMI – Shaken, Stirred, and Spooked: Richard Crouse on Film and Fear
What do James Bond, Stephen King, and Halloween cocktails have in common? According to Richard Crouse, they all reveal how…
Data in Orbit: The Myth and Reality of Space-Based Servers
Could AI really operate from space? Shane Hewitt and Greg Fish take a grounded look at the futuristic dream of…
Shiftheads – Why We Believe: Tesla Ghosts and Timeless Tales
What do viral Tesla “ghost” videos have in common with ancient folklore? Shane Hewitt and Nathan Radke trace the thread…
Haunted Highways and Ghostly Encounters Across Canada
From the foggy roads of Ontario to the eerie corners of historic landmarks, Shane Hewitt takes listeners on a cross-country…
Smart Speakers – Ghosts, Egos, and Halloween Truths
From ghost stories to the masks we wear every day, Shane Hewitt, Jamie Ellerton, and Lindsay Broadhead take on Halloween…
SHIFTHEADS: Ghosts in the Machine: When Teslas Detect the Unseen
What happens when cutting-edge technology crosses paths with the supernatural? Shane Hewitt and Ashley Greco unpack the eerie phenomenon of…
NEW Illuminating Nature: The Science of Glow-in-the-Dark Plants
Imagine a world where trees light city streets and plants glow naturally in the dark. Shane Hewitt and Dr. Samantha…
Investment Strategies: Time vs. Timing
When markets get noisy, how do you know what to do with your money? Shane Hewitt and Anita Bruinsma break…
Practice Saying Hello to Make Friends
Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell talk about the importance of making connections and practicing the simple art of saying hello.…
NEW – The Metal Revival: Why Gen Z Is Rocking Harder Than Ever
Ryan O’Donnell joins Shane Hewitt to talk about his lifelong love of heavy metal — and why the genre is…
Shiftheads – Pixnapping and the Hidden Dangers on Your Phone
Tech analyst Carmi Levy joins Shane Hewitt to unpack a new Android vulnerability that’s raising eyebrows — “pixnapping.” The exploit…
Good News Tuesday: Gratitude, Love, and a Broken Car
Shane Hewitt brings a mix of humor and heart to “Good News Tuesday,” joined by Ryan O’Donnell and Noah Skanga…
Good News Tuesday: Heroes, History, and Hope
Amid constant headlines of negativity, Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Noah Skanga invite listeners to refocus on what’s uplifting. This…
SHIFTHEADS: Smart Homes, Soaring Bills, and Nesting Birds
As energy costs rise and winter creeps closer, Shane Hewitt welcomes Handy Andy Baryer to unpack how small household changes…
Thanksgiving, Family, and the Canada Post Strike
Amid Thanksgiving gratitude and changing family traditions, Matt Gurney joins Shane Hewitt to explore how Canadians are redefining connection —…
NEW – The Bright Side of Tech: Innovation That Connects
Kris Abel joins Shane Hewitt for a conversation about how technology continues to shape everyday life — for better and…
Turtle Rescue: A Good News Story from Wasaga Beach
When an endangered turtle turned up in Wasaga Beach, it set off a story of compassion, care, and conservation. Shane…
ICYMI – Superstitions and the Psychology of Baseball Fandom
Bob Addison joins Shane Hewitt to dig into the emotional world of baseball fandom — from deep-rooted team loyalties to…
NEW- Navigating Parenting in the AI Era with Mohit Rajhans
How do parents raise informed, curious, and safe kids in a world driven by algorithms? Shane Hewitt talks with Mohit…
Mindful Eating for the Holidays: How to Enjoy Without Overdoing It
Holiday dinners are meant to be savoured, not survived. Nutrition expert Alyssa B joins Shane Hewitt to share practical, science-backed…
NEW – Imagination and Memory: Ed Conroy on Toronto’s Golden Age of Kids TV
Before streaming and smartphones, Canadian kids tuned into something magical. Shane Hewitt talks with Ed Conroy about his new book,…
SHIFTHEADS: From Florida Shenanigans to Fiero Dreams: The Week’s Wildest Stories
It’s a mix of chaos, comedy, and creativity as Shane and Ryan swap stories that prove truth really is stranger…
NEW – Throwback to 1986: Fashion, Film, and Phantom
It’s 1986 all over again. Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell take a nostalgic dive into the pop culture, politics, and…
NEW – The Hidden Crisis of Food Insecurity in Canada
One in four Canadians now struggles to afford groceries — and the demand for food banks has never been higher.…
Throwback Thursday – The Magic of “Phantom of the Opera” and the Memories It Made
Live theatre isn’t just entertainment—it’s emotion, nostalgia, and shared experience. In this Throwback Thursday segment, Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell…
NEW – Are Smart Glasses the Next Smartphone Revolution?
Innovation is moving from the palm of the hand to the bridge of the nose. In this conversation, Shane Hewitt…
SHIFTHEADS: The Cost of Thanksgiving: Food, Generosity, and Gratitude with Sylvain Charlebois
Turkey, tradition, and tough choices — Shane Hewitt sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois to unpack the economics of Thanksgiving…
Shiftheads – Pipelines, Politics, and Power: Canada’s Shifting Landscape
Energy and politics collide in this wide-ranging conversation between Shane Hewitt and Rob Breakenridge. Together they unpack the tangled web…
ICYMI – Phantom, Pop, and the Pulse of 1986
Step back to a year when theater met the mainstream and pop music defined a generation. Shane Hewitt and Eric…
Back to 1986: Culture, Cosmos, and Crocodile Dundee with Ed Conroy
1986 was a year of music, movies, and moments that defined a generation — and Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy…
ICYMI – Movies, Margaritas, and Thanksgiving Memories
When everyone else gathers around the table, Richard Crouse and his wife pack their bags. In this Thanksgiving edition, he…
NEW – The Trouble with Trusting AI: Greg Fish on Artificial Intelligence and Accuracy
AI can write, plan, and predict — but can it think? Shane Hewitt and Greg Fish dig into the growing…
NEW – The Poetry of Fear: Superstitions, Sports, and Conspiracy
Why do we cling to rituals that make no logical sense — and why do they feel so powerful? Shane…
Fashion vs. Tradition: Sports Style in Canada
As the seasons shift, so does the look of Canadian sports. Shane Hewitt and the team debate the evolving culture…
NEW – Beyond the Headlines: How Canada Looks, Leads, and Listens
In this dynamic two-part conversation, Shane Hewitt is joined by Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead for a deep and entertaining…
SHIFTHEADS: Inside the Vancouver International Film Festival with Steve Stebbing
The lights dim, the audience hushes, and the Vancouver International Film Festival begins — a celebration of cinema that brings…
NEW – The Fine Line Between Common Sense and Stupidity with Dr. Lee Kuhnle
Conspiracy theories often walk a blurry line between truth, fear, and misunderstanding — but what happens when they reveal something…
Embrace The Mess
The Myth of Control: Life Transitions, Grief, and Growth Control is comforting—but often an illusion. In this intimate conversation, Shane…
Finding Friends In Your Late 20s
Making Friends Is Hard: Why Effort Still Matters It’s not easy making friends—especially as an adult. Shane Hewitt and Ryan…
Buy vs Rent: Long Term Financial Impact
The Truth About Mortgages and Homeownership. Buying a home isn’t just about qualifying for a mortgage—it’s about knowing what you’re…
ICYMI – Making Friends Is Hard: Why Effort Still Matters
It’s not easy making friends—especially as an adult. Shane Hewitt and Ryan open up about the awkward, funny, and often…
Shiftheads – Healthy, Confident, and Real: Katie Faloon-Drew on Habit Change and Healing
True health isn’t just about what we do—it’s about why we do it. Katie Faloon-Drew joins Shane Hewitt to share…
Good News Tuesday: Blue Skies, Gratitude, and Small Wins
From Alberta’s open skies to the warmth of a home-cooked meal, this episode of Good News Tuesday is all about…
Good News Tuesday: Dogs, Chefs, and Hockey Heroes
It’s another feel-good Good News Tuesday as Shane and Ryan spotlight stories that remind us what’s right with the world.…
SHIFTHEADS: F35 and Budgets
Behind the fighter jets lies a defining test for Canada’s leadership. Shane Hewitt talks with Matt Gurney about how the…
NEW – Bad Habits by Generation: From Boomers to Gen Z
Every generation has its quirks—and Shane Hewitt and Ryan are here to laugh about them. From Boomers keeping expired food…
NEW – Dungeons, Dragons, and Ant Yogurt: Kris Abel on Canada’s Nerdy Future
From fantasy to fine dining, technology is reshaping the way we live—and play. Tech expert Kris Abel joins Shane Hewitt…
Monster Science: Inspiring Kids Through Curiosity and Creativity
Science can be fun, inclusive, and full of imagination—and Victoria Cerdeira is proving it. The scientist and author joins Shane…
The New Age of Love: Intermittent Relationships and Modern Connection
What if relationships didn’t have to last forever to be meaningful? Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco join Shane Hewitt to…
NEW – Why Older Cars Might Be the Smarter Choice
As cars become more high-tech, driving can feel more complicated than ever. Lorraine Sommerfeld joins Shane Hewitt to talk about…
NEW – The Truth About Mortgages and Homeownership
Buying a home isn’t just about qualifying for a mortgage—it’s about knowing what you’re really signing up for. Jessica Moorhouse…
Weather, Change, and the Blue Jays Run
From late-summer heat to late-season hope, Shane Hewitt reflects on how Canada’s shifting weather mirrors the changes in our own…
NEW – AI at Home and Work: Microsoft’s Co-Pilot & Amazon’s Smarter Alexa
The age of everyday AI is here. Shane Hewitt and Handy Andy Baryer dive into Microsoft’s latest move—the Co-Pilot button—powered…
The Myth of Control: Life Transitions, Grief, and Growth
Control is comforting—but often an illusion. In this intimate conversation, Shane Hewitt and Gary Direnfeld unpack how people cope with…
Blue Jays Fever: Voices from Coast to Coast
As the Blue Jays chase postseason glory, Canadians from every corner of the country are cheering louder than ever. In…
ICYMI – Fans, Feelings, and Foundations: What Brings Canadians Together
From the roar of the crowd to the quiet of the classroom, connection is at the heart of Canada’s story.…
NEW – Creating More, or Navigating Bureaucracy? The Prime Minister’s Dilemma
Governments aren’t businesses — but sometimes they try to operate like one, with mixed results. Shane Hewitt and Matt Gurney…
NEW- What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend? Shane & Ryan’s Picks
Filling in for Steve Stebbing, Shane, Ryam and takes over the weekend watchlist with three recommendations that promise drama, comedy,…
The Obesity Conversation: (How Do You) Get Motivated Now!?
Obesity is on the rise in Canada — and it raises important questions about health, self-care, and the daily choices…
NEW – Canada’s Military Procurement Problem: Why a New Agency Might Make It Worse
Canada has announced the creation of a military procurement agency, but will it solve the problem or add another layer…
SHIFTHEADS: The Future of Shopping: AI and E-commerce
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we buy, sell, and interact with businesses. Shane Hewitt and tech analyst Carmi Levi explore…
Shiftheads – Happy Friday Panel: Health Journeys, Trade Battles, and Fiscal Challenges
This Friday Panel brings together Shane Hewitt, Jimmy Zoubris, and Andrew Caddell for a two-part conversation covering both the personal…
ICYMI – From Man Boobs to Mushroom Toilets: Inside Copy with Shane Hewitt
Inside Copy is back with a mix of humor, health, and unexpected innovation. Shane Hewitt opens up about his own…
Rethinking the Phone: From Talking Tool to Consuming Device
Phones are no longer just phones — they’ve become powerful communication hubs that shape how we live, connect, and parent.…
NEW – From Lost Pets to Portable Gaming: The Latest in Tech
Tech is moving fast — and it’s changing how we live, play, and even stay healthy. Shane Hewitt and Kris…
SHIFTHEADS: The Hidden Health Risks Inside Your Makeup Bag
Makeup may look glamorous on the surface, but beneath it can hide serious health risks. Microbiologist Dr. Keith Warriner joins…
Canada Post’s Uncertain Future
Shane Hewitt to break down the union pressures, funding misconceptions, and management failures shaping Canada Post’s uncertain future. source
How the OJ Trial Changed Television Forever
The OJ Simpson trial wasn’t just a courtroom drama — it was a cultural earthquake that reshaped television and media.…
Throwback to 1995: Politics, Pop Culture, and the Internet’s First Steps
1995 was a year of turning points — politically, culturally, and technologically. Shane Hewitt takes a look back at a…
NEW – Alberta’s Education Crisis and the Cost of Government Choices
Alberta’s teachers are on the brink of striking, and it’s a symptom of larger problems in education and public services.…
Shiftheads – The OJ Verdict Through a Canadian Detective’s Eyes
When the OJ Simpson verdict was announced in 1995, the world was divided — and even seasoned homicide detectives were…
ICYMI – Poutine: From Quebec Classic to Canadian Icon
Few foods carry as much cultural weight as poutine. Shane Hewitt sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, known as the…
1995 Revisited: OJ, Pop Culture, and the Birth of Reality TV
1995 was a year of transformation — for culture, media, and the way we consume stories. Ed Conroy of Retrontario…
NEW – AI Actors, Olympic Snoop, The Simpsons Return — and Orwell with Cocktails
Richard Crouse joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the arrival of Tilly Norwood, an AI-generated actor created by Particle Six Productions.…
NEW – Tony Chapman: Why Small Businesses Shouldn’t Hire Clones
Small business success often comes down to people — but hiring the wrong way can hold you back. Tony Chapman…
Performative Weddings
Shane and Ryan reflect on the evolving meaning of weddings and relationships, unpacking how modern couples are balancing tradition with…
NEW – Aurora Secrets: What the Northern Lights Reveal About Earth and the Sun
The Northern Lights have inspired wonder, myth, and science for centuries. But beyond their beauty, auroras tell us profound truths…
Dons, the Six and Sudsvegas… the Fun of Nicknames
From the glow of an Ottawa sunset to the inside jokes behind renaming favorite restaurants, Noah Scanga, Ryan O’Donnell and…
NEW – Smart Speakers: The Power of Comedy, Culture and Controversy
From the playful to the profound, Canada’s stories are never simple. Shane Hewitt sits down with Lindsay Broadhead and Jamie…
SHIFTHEADS – The Strange Logic: Why Sports Fans Stay Delusional (and Hopeful)
Seasonal traditions, sports heartbreak, and the quirks of friendship — this episode covers it all. Shane and Bob Addison mix…
Shiftheads – Why Conspiracy Theories Survive Even When They Fail
Every failed prediction leaves a trail — but instead of ending belief, conspiracy theories often grow stronger. Why? In this…
ICYMI – AI vs. Superbugs: Engineering Viruses to Save Lives
Antibiotic resistance is rising, and the world is running out of options. Could AI-designed viruses be the next breakthrough in…
ICYMI: What It Takes to Build Homes — and Hope — in First Nations Communities
Candace Bennett from the FNHPA brings clarity and conviction to one of Canada’s most under-recognized roles: the First Nations housing…
The Fight to Save Indigenous Languages with Ronald E. Ignace
Language carries memory, identity, and survival. For Indigenous peoples, each word holds history and ecological wisdom. In this conversation, Commissioner…
NEW – The Study: Authenticity Over Tradition. Love, Leadership, and the Institutions Shaping Us
What makes a wedding meaningful — tradition, or authenticity? In this episode, Shane Hewitt speaks with Stefan Keyes and Lucas…
ICYMI – Canada Post’s Future: Union Pressure and Financial Reality
Canada Post is facing questions about its survival, and the answers aren’t simple. Shane Hewitt speaks with John Gradek about…
Weddings, Love, and the Social Media Shift
Fall is a season of change — and not just in nature. Shane and Ryan reflect on the evolving meaning…
The Future of Comfort: Smarter Homes, Smarter Health
Turning the heat on isn’t just about temperature anymore — it’s about efficiency, comfort, and tech working together. Handy Andy…
Life of the Millenial: Modern Weddings and the New Rules of Love
Weddings and relationships are evolving — and so are the expectations behind them. Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell talk through…
NEW – Dating App Burnout and the Rise of Intentional Dating
Modern dating is leaving many drained, and dating apps are at the center of the burnout. This episode unpacks the…
ICYMI – Can AI Really Handle Your Finances?
AI is transforming industries everywhere, but can it truly replace the role of a trusted financial advisor? Anita Bruinsma joins…
Back to You: Embracing Healthy Routines
What does it really mean to “feel good”? Alyssa B shares her perspective on how routines, nutrition, and self-care create…
The Fake Evidence Problem: AI’s Legal Dilemma
Deep fakes don’t just threaten social media — they could shake the foundation of the legal system. Dr. Ebrahim Bagheri…
The Six-Second Kiss That Can Save Your Relationship
What if a six-second kiss could reshape your relationship? Dr. Carrie Cole from the Gottman Institute breaks down the surprising…
Shiftheads: What the Hell Should We Watch?! French Romance, Marvel Mayhem, and Festival Fever
Romance meets the undead in this delightfully oddball episode with Steve Stebbing. From the emotional pull of French films to…
NEW – From Late-Night Truths to Montreal Love Stories
What do Jimmy Kimmel, six-second kisses, and the Montreal Grand Prix have in common? In this heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation,…
ICYMI – Between Innovation and Inertia: How AI Breaks (and Fixes) Business
AI won’t save your business — but it might break it if you’re not careful. Mohit Rajhans joins to talk…
Let’s Win the Lottery? Here’s What to Do First
Sometimes you just have to put it out there! The fantasy of winning the lottery is irresistible — but what…
Eco-Friendly Fire Dragons; Eco-Friendly Coffins
What happens when sustainability extends all the way to the grave? Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell explore the mushroom coffin…
Canada Post on Strike AGAIN: Who Breaks First?
The mail isn’t moving — and Adam King helps explain why. This episode examines the Canada Post strike, revealing the…
NEW – Why Solo Dining Is Surging — And What It Says About the Economy
Dining alone is on the rise — but it’s more than just a trend. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, known as the…
ICYMI – Eco-Friendly Fire Dragons; Eco-Friendly Coffins
What happens when sustainability extends all the way to the grave? Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell explore the mushroom coffin…
How About a Canada Post Strike for a Throwback Today?
The mail stops moving as Canada Post workers launch an immediate strike, and Shane Hewitt asks whether Canadians have reached…
Throwback 1975: War, Comedy, and Lotto Dreams
What do the end of the Vietnam War, the premiere of Saturday Night Live, and Canada’s first lottery all have…
ICYMI Canada Post on Strike AGAIN: Who Breaks First?
The mail isn’t moving — and Adam King helps explain why. This episode examines the Canada Post strike, revealing the…
NEW – Let’s Win the Lottery? Here’s What to Do First
Sometimes you just have to put it out there! The fantasy of winning the lottery is irresistible — but what…
Canada Post Under Pressure and Trump’s UN Chaos
Rob Breakenridge joins to tackle two pressing stories: the turmoil inside Canada Post and the fallout from Donald Trump’s latest…
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…
Booze and Reviews: A Movie and Cocktail Journey Through Baltimore
What happens when indie cinema meets local cocktails? Richard Crouse reviews The Baltimore On’s, a quirky, character-driven film that captures…
Rob Reiner on Spinal Tap, Authenticity, and Friendship
Behind the laughter of Spinal Tap lies a story about authenticity, music, and connection. Rob Reiner explains how the film’s…
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…
ICYMI – The Illusion of Control in Social Media
Social media promises connection — but it’s built for conversion. In this solo episode, Shane Hewitt explores the false sense…
Social Media Feeds Are Just Catalogues Now
When was the last time a friend’s big life update sat at the top of a feed? In this solo…
Smart Speakers: Social Media’s Shift: From Friends to Feeds to Oversight
What happened to social media as a place for connection? In this conversation, Shane Hewitt, Jamie Ellerton, and Lindsay Broadhead…
The Algorithm Dilemma: Understanding Its Role in Our Lives
Algorithms shape what we see, share, and even think about — but do we really understand them? In this episode,…
NEW – The Dark Side of Migration: Smuggling and Refugees
Human trafficking is not just a distant problem — it is happening in Canada, often hidden within migration and refugee…
ICYMI – The Joy Smith Foundation: Support, Healing, and Hope for Survivors
Survivors of human trafficking often emerge with nothing — no safety net, no support system, and deep trauma. Shane Hewitt…
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…
NEW – Why Canada’s Gun Control Debate Misses the Mark
Canada’s latest gun control proposals are stirring controversy—and not for the reasons you might expect. In this episode, Shane Hewitt…
Umbrella Man
Dr. Lee Kuhnle joins Shane Hewitt to discuss the Umbrella Man, conspiracy theories, and the power of storytelling in shaping…
ICYMI – Unraveling the Umbrella Man: Truth, Protest, and Conspiracy
What does a black umbrella have to do with the JFK assassination? Dr. Lee Kuhnle joins Shane Hewitt to explore…
SH&TNS Cinnamon Buns, Pinky Rings, and Autumn Reflections with Uncle Bob
Birthdays, buns, and big guitars — this one has it all. Bob Addison celebrates another trip around the sun with…
Sharing Positivity: From Disney to Daily Wins on Good News Tuesday
Good news has power—and Shane Hewitt with Ryan bring it forward in ways both personal and cultural. They swap stories…
ICYMI: The Future of Tech: Meta’s Smart Glasses and iPhone 17 Breakthroughs
What happens when wearable tech moves from novelty to necessity? In this conversation, Shane Hewitt and Kris Abel explore Meta’s…
Good News! From Rapture Rumors to Life-Saving Comedy
Not every headline is doom and gloom—sometimes the best stories emerge from faith, humor, and human connection. Shane Hewitt and…
From Comedy to Crisis: Why First Aid Matters
A night of comedy turned into a life-or-death moment, raising urgent questions about how prepared we are for emergencies. Shane…
NEW – Cautious Spending and the Rise of Canadian Entrepreneurs
Retail is at a turning point. Shane Hewitt and Bruce Winder break down how Canadians are shopping, saving, and rethinking…
SHIFTHEADS – The Wisdom of Generations: Learning in a YouTube Age
What happens when personal experience meets digital knowledge? Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell unpack how generational insights and technology are…
SHIFTHEADS – The Fight to Save Indigenous Languages with Ronald E. Ignace
Language carries memory, identity, and survival. For Indigenous peoples, each word holds history and ecological wisdom. In this conversation, Commissioner…
Who’s ACTUALLY Creating Your Content?
Carmy Levy and Shane Hewitt discuss AI’s influence on content creation, misinformation risks, and the importance of digital literacy. source
Apple’s New Tech, Fall Gardening, and Handy Andy’s Tips
From the buzz around Apple’s latest devices to the quiet joy of fall gardening, this episode bridges tech and nature.…
ICYMI: The Power of Tracking Your Finances
Money can feel overwhelming, but small steps create big change. Jessica Moorhouse shares how financial tracking builds awareness, reduces anxiety,…
Spoiled by Comfort: Sports, AI, and Cultural Conversations
Premium experiences can change how regular ones feel. Once spoiled by luxury, it’s hard to go back. In this episode,…
Apple’s New Tech, Fall Gardening, and Handy Andy’s Tips
From the buzz around Apple’s latest devices to the quiet joy of fall gardening, this episode bridges tech and nature.…
Human vs AI: Who’s ACTUALLY Creating Your Content?
From deepfakes to algorithm-driven posts, it’s getting harder to know what’s human-made and what’s machine-generated. This episode confronts the ethical…
NEW – AI and the Future of Art with Alex MacAskill
Technology is reshaping creativity, raising questions about what art means in the age of AI. Shane Hewitt speaks with graphic…
SHIFTHEADS – Spoiled by Comfort and Confronting Controversy with Stefan Keyes and Lucas Meyer
From champagne in business class to the chaos of misinformation, this conversation blends luxury with hard truths. Shane Hewitt is…
SHIFTHEADS – From Chapman’s to Crime: Stories with Ryan O’Donnell
What do ice cream, scuba gear, and school drug tests have in common? Ryan O’Donnell joins Shane Hewitt to find…
NEW – Are We Tethered to Our Gadgets?
From watches to smart glasses, wearable tech keeps pushing boundaries — but at what cost? Mohit Rajhans discusses how these…
Happy Friday! Wages, Salary or Self-Employed: What works for you?
Self-employment promises freedom — but at what cost? Shane Hewitt, Noah Scanga, and Ryan O’Donnell break down the psychological and…
Understanding Your Paycheck: Gross, Net, and Beyond
What’s really inside a paycheck — and why does it matter? Peter Tzanetakis joins Shane Hewitt to break down the…
NordSpace: Pioneering Canadian Rocketry
The countdown is on for Canada’s next big leap in space. Rahul Goel, CEO of NordSpace, discusses the company’s mission…
What Hell Should I Watch This Weekend: Streaming and Movie Picks
MoviesFrom chilling horror to thoughtful drama, Steve Stebbing lays out the must-watch films for the weekend. The conversation covers Him,…
Wages, Salary, or Self-Employment: Finding the Balance
What’s the best way to work — steady paychecks or building something of your own? Jimmy Zoubris and Andrew Caddell…
ICYMI: The Seafood Revolution: Understanding Ocean Conservation
Seafood sustains billions, but overfishing and pollution threaten its future. Lasse Gustavsson, president of Ocean Wise, explains how sustainable fishing…
NEW – From Hipsters to The Social Network: Looking Back at 2010
What defined 2010, and why does it still matter today? Ed Conroy looks back at a year that brought hipster…
Late Night Hosts and Censorship
Free speech debates take on new weight when governments and corporations intersect with media. Rob Breakenridge explores how political narratives…
If You Were A Drink
What’s your signature drink — as in, if I walked up to the bar and ordered a drink named after…
SHIFTHEADS – Beef, Bananas, and the Future of Food Pricing
Food pricing isn’t just about what’s on the shelf — it’s about the systems behind it. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois discusses…
Throwback Thursday: A Sip of Nostalgia
What’s your signature drink — as in, if I walked up to the bar and ordered a drink named after…
Drinks, Music, and 2010 Memories for Throwback Thursday
From cocktails to pop culture, 2010 left its mark. Ryan O’Donnell joins a Throwback Thursday chat about signature drinks and…
Lady Gaga’s Meat Dress: when Clothing Speaks & Celebrity Fashion
From shocking stunts to political protest, celebrity fashion has become a language of its own. Matt Demers joins to discuss…
The Evolution of Scams: From Phone Calls to Phishings
Fraud has gone digital, but the tactics remain familiar. In this episode, Shane and Ryan examine how scams have grown…
US Media Control and Free Speech in a Political Era
Free speech debates take on new weight when governments and corporations intersect with media. Rob Breakenridge explores how political narratives…
ICYMI: Unveiling the Secrets of Costume Design
What makes a costume more than just clothing? Rebecca Toon reveals how storytelling drives her work in theater and film,…
ICYMI – Free Speech, HIM Review and Celebrity Legacy
What’s it like to survive the chaos of TIFF while reflecting on the state of entertainment? Richard Crouse recounts his…
Redefining Success with Tony Chapman
Success isn’t always what it looks like from the outside. Tony Chapman shares why emotional and intellectual rewards bring deeper…
Understanding Extremism: History, Psychology, and Social Media
Why do people embrace extremist ideologies, and what role does social media play in that journey? Dr. Tony Lemieux unpacks…
The New Era of Smart Speakers and Redefining Success: Part 2
Government budgets and leadership choices shape more than headlines — they affect daily life. Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead join…
The New Era of Smart Speakers and Redefining Success: Part 1
Technology and human connection meet in unexpected ways. Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead join Shane Hewitt to reflect on the…
SHIFTHEADS – Understanding Extremism: History, Psychology, and Social Media
Why do people embrace extremist ideologies, and what role does social media play in that journey? Dr. Tony Lemieux unpacks…
NEW – The Ethics of Space Exploration: Lessons from History
What does humanity risk carrying into the stars? Greg Fish joins Shane Hewitt to question whether space exploration could mirror…
ICYMI – Boredom, the Brain, and the Spark of Imagination
Boredom has a bad reputation — but science tells a different story. Dr. Samantha Yammine shares with Shane Hewitt how…
Beyond the Hustle: Redefining Success with Tony Chapman
Success isn’t always what it looks like from the outside. Tony Chapman shares why emotional and intellectual rewards bring deeper…
What Does Success Really Mean?
Is success a destination, or is it something harder to define? Ryan O’Donnell admits success shows up in some areas…
The New Era of Smart Speakers and Redefining Success
Technology and human connection meet in unexpected ways. Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead join Shane Hewitt to reflect on the…
ICYMI: The Queen of Canada: Conspiracies and Cult Dynamics
What happens when conspiracy theories collide with real-life consequences? Nathan Radke joins Shane Hewitt to examine Romana de Dulo, the…
Understanding Youth Exposure to Violence
Teenagers today are growing up with constant exposure to violent content — often without parents even realizing what they’re seeing.…
SHIFTHEADS – Terry Fox’s Niece on Family, Legacy, and Inspiring the Future
Behind the name Terry Fox is a family that has carried his mission forward for decades. This episode highlights how…
NEW – Paddleboarding 1,300 km: Paul Verchere’s Journey of Perseverance
What does it take to paddleboard around Vancouver Island? For Paul Verchere, it was a mix of grit, patience, and…
Everyday Heroes and Unexpected Connections
Good news has the power to shift perspective and create lasting impact. This episode shares stories of human connection, everyday…
Stick a Tooth in Yer Eye! (and a Puzzle with Heart)
Some stories of resilience are stranger than fiction. In this episode, a North Vancouver man’s journey to restore his vision…
ICYMI: Honoring Robert Munsch with Rick Wilks
Robert Munsch’s stories have shaped childhoods and families across generations. With news of his choice for medically assisted death due…
Why Terry Fox Still Inspires Generations
The name Terry Fox continues to spark hope decades after his Marathon of Hope began. This episode revisits why his…
ICYMI – Canadian Political Plays: Cabinet Shuffles and Carney’s Test
Parliament is back — and Canada’s political landscape is already shifting. Cabinet shuffles, leadership signals, and the pace of government…
Remembering Beverly Thompson and Exploring Tech Trends with Kris Abel
This episode begins with memory and meaning. Kris Abel reflects on his late friend, journalist Beverly Thompson, sharing a story…
The Dance of Relationships: Boundaries, Ultimatums, and Connection
What separates a request from an ultimatum — and why does it matter so much in relationships? Explore how boundaries,…
Shiftheads: Dad DIY – Just listen to Your Wife, Will Ya?
What connects the rhythm of sleep, the quirks of rituals, and the messiness of DIY home projects? In this candid…
Breaking Into Today’s Job Market: Adam Froman on Youth, AI, and Opportunity
What does it take for young people to succeed in today’s job market? Shane Hewitt and Adam Froman unpack the…
Side Hustles, AI, and the Youth Job Crisis with Andrew Grantham
Young people are facing an uphill battle in today’s labor market — but why? Andrew Grantham, Senior Economist at CIBC,…
ICYMI – Breaking Into Today’s Job Market: Adam Froman on Youth, AI, and Opportunity
What does it take for young people to succeed in today’s job market? Shane Hewitt and Adam Froman unpack the…
NEW – Side Hustles, AI, and the Youth Job Crisis with Andrew Grantham
Young people are facing an uphill battle in today’s labor market — but why? Andrew Grantham, Senior Economist at CIBC,…
ICYMI – Ben Harrison on TIFF, Oscar Contenders, and Why Movies Still Matter
What makes a film festival unforgettable? Ben Harrison joins Shane Hewitt to break down TIFF, where he saw 20 films…
First Jobs, Lost Opportunities, and Canada’s Political Re-Start with Stefan Keyes & Lucas Meyer
From paper routes to Parliament, Shane Hewitt, Stefan Keyes, and Lucas Meyer weave together stories of early work experiences and…
Unlocking the Secrets of RESPs with Anita Bruinsma
Saving for education doesn’t have to be overwhelming—or complicated. Shane Hewitt and Anita Bruinsma break down the essentials of Registered…
Blue Jays Buzz and First Jobs
Step into the electric energy of a Blue Jays game through Shane Hewitt’s firsthand stories. Hear what it feels like…
Black Market Cable Boxes, DIY Decks, and AI with Handy Andy
Handy Andy joins Shane Hewitt to share stories that blend humor, nostalgia, and practical know-how. He recalls his early days…
ICYMI: Inside Parliament’s Return: Carney vs. Poilievre with Vassy Kapelos
The first day back in Parliament set a new tone—calm, polite, but surprisingly productive. Shane Hewitt and Vassy Kapelos unpack…
SHIFTHEADS – Degrees, Discontent, and the Millennial Work Dilemma
Education promised opportunity—but for many millennials, it delivered disconnection. Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell explore the mismatch between what school…
SHIFTHEADS – What the Hell to Watch: From The Long Walk to Downton Abbey
Movie lovers, get ready. Shane Hewitt and Steve Stebbing run through the latest lineup of films and shows making headlines.…
ICYMI – From Star Trek to the NDP: Smart Speakers Take On TV & Politics
Shane Hewitt is joined by Andrew Caddell and Jimmy Zoubris for a Smart Speakers episode that blends pop culture and…
Aliens, UAPs & The Greatest Space TV Show Debate
What happens when real-world UFO disclosures collide with our love for sci-fi? This episode takes you from the latest UAP…
NEW UAP Hearings, Whistleblowers & Hidden Tech: What We Learned
Governments may know more about UFOs than they let on. In this episode, Chrissy Newton and Shane Hewitt unpack the…
ICYMI: UFOs in Canada: Sightings, Science & Alien Tourism
Canada has its own deep history with UFOs — and plenty of stories to tell. In this episode, Shane Hewitt…
SHIFTHEADS – Inside Copy: A Pigeon called Kevin
Some stories defy logic, and that’s exactly why they’re worth sharing. On Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift, Ryan O’Donnell joins…
AI Is Our Mirror: Mohit Rajhans on the Future of Social Media
AI reflects society’s best and worst impulses, and social media amplifies them. Mohit Rajhans explains how his work bridges technology…
ICYMI – Economic Crisis, Political Drift—Where’s the Leadership?
What kind of leadership does Canada really need right now? Shane Hewitt and political commentator Rob Breakenridge tackle the country’s…
NEW – The Power of Small Changes: Shifting Toward Non-Alcoholic Living
What happens when we rethink our relationship with alcohol? Holistic nutritionist Alyssa B joins Shane Hewitt to talk about mindful…
ICYMI: The Economics of Pumpkin Spice
Pumpkin spice isn’t just a flavour—it’s a phenomenon. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, aka @foodprofessor, joins Shane Hewitt to dig into the…
ICYMI From 9/11 to TikTok: The Unravelling of Conspiracies
Why do conspiracy theories take hold—and what do they reveal about us? Shane Hewitt sits down with Nathan Radke, co-host…
NEW – 9/11 and the Day Radio re-Shaped a Generation
Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy revisit September 11, 2001, reflecting on its profound impact on media, culture, and daily life.…
Richard Crouse – David Bowie’s Forgotten Project & Amanda Knox on Stage, Spinal Tap and more
From the quirks of name pronunciation to the unexpected corners of pop culture, Richard Crouse joins Shane Hewitt for a…
Throwback Thursday Remembering 2001: Stories from 9/11
Shane Hewitt reflects with listeners on a defining moment in history: where were you when 9/11 happened? From personal memories…
2001 in Review: Music, Movies, and a Moment in History
2001 was a year that changed everything—from the tragedy of 9/11 to the cultural milestones that still shape our world…
ICYMI – From Nike to Tim Hortons: How Consumers Take Control
What do Nobel laureates, sneakers, and coffee shops have to do with the future of marketing? Shane Hewitt sits down…
NEW – The Risks of Letting Algorithms Decide Border Status
What happens when AI decides who gets across the border? Shane Hewitt speaks with AI professor Ebrahim Bagheri about the…
When Violence Goes Viral: Teens and the Charlie Kirk Shooting Video
It’s a grounded start to the show with news about the shooting of American Charlie Kirk. The chat focuses on…
NEW Smart Speakers – The Jays Are Hot. Canada’s Economy? Not So Much
Something rare is happening in Toronto—and across Canada: people are getting excited about the Blue Jays again. Shane Hewitt is…
ICYMI: Memories vs. Money: Rethinking How We Travel
Why are fewer Canadians heading south of the border? Personal finance and travel expert Barry Choi joins Shane Hewitt to…
Organized Crime, Gift Cards, and the New Retail Reality
Retail may be alive and well—but it’s also under siege. Shane Hewitt talks with retail analyst Bruce Winder about the…
NEW – Navigating the AI Bubble: Insights and Realities
Is today’s AI boom just another bubble? Shane Hewitt talks with Greg Fish about the rise—and possible fall—of generative AI.…
Essential Guide to Balancing Safety and Surveillance at Home
Smart security cameras are everywhere—but are they worth it? Shane Hewitt and tech analyst Carmi Levy dive into the pros…
SHIFTHEADS The Science of Sound: Exploring Music’s Impact
Why does music move us so deeply? Dr. Samantha Yameen, known as Science Sam, joins Shane Hewitt to explore the…
ICYMI – Tinder Dates, Fake Stores & the Scams Behind Them
Romance scams, shady cafes, and fake online stores—Shane and Ryan dig into the tricks scammers use to separate people from…
NEW – The Bright Future of Canadian Aviation: Porter, WestJet & Air Canada
Canada’s skies are shifting, and travelers are seeing the benefits. Aviation expert John Tory Jr. joins The Night Shift to…
Alexa, Please Don’t Blast Metal Music at 3AM
It’s Good News Tuesday on The Night Shift—and things kick off with a laugh at Shane’s expense. A false fire…
Good News Tuesday: LEGO, Lost Toys & a 103-Year-Old Tortoise
Good News Tuesday brings laughter, positivity, and a few quirky surprises to The Night Shift. Shane celebrates Canada’s geography and…
ICYMI: Tolerance – Why Public Confidence in Politicians Keeps Fading
Are Canadians running out of patience with their leaders? Shane Hewitt and journalist Matt Gurney unpack the shifting landscape of…
Spotting Scams: How Fraudsters Fool Canadians Every Day
Scams are everywhere—and they’re getting harder to spot. Cyber fraud expert Claudiu Popa joins The Night Shift to unpack how…
NEW – Protecting Kids from the Hidden Dangers of Gaming
Online games aren’t just games anymore—they’re social spaces where kids can encounter risks adults may not see coming. York University’s…
Kris Abel on Apple’s Big Launch and Cool Vacuum Upgrades
Apple’s newest devices are here, and they’re changing the game. Tech expert Kris Abel joins The Night Shift to break…
Silent Divorces: Breakups in the Age of Social Media
Breakups aren’t always messy—and in the age of social media, some couples are choosing to separate quietly, with respect and…
Shiftheads – The Ultracrepidarian and the hottest new trend!
From bucket hats to overstuffed arms, Shane Hewitt and Bob Addison (aka Bob’s Bits) find humor in the everyday. They…
ICYMI – Why Money & Budgeting Is a Lifelong Project
Money isn’t a finish line—it’s a lifelong project. Financial educator Jessica Moorhouse joins the show to talk about why financial…
NEW – Drones, Defense, and the New Arms Trade: Canada’s Place in a Shifting Defense Market
Military sales are being reshaped in real time, with drones and evolving regulations at the center of the story. Defense…
Join us in the Study. Pancakes, Politics, and Planning for the Future
From media shifts to family responsibilities, Stefan Keyes joins Shane for a conversation that blends personal stories with bigger social…
Shiftheads – Bob’s Bits: When Hockey Gets Real – Defib stories From the Ice
From equipment hiccups to life-or-death moments, this conversation with Robert Addison (aka Bob’s Bits) moves from the funny to the…
A Salute to Doggo Owners
Dogs, cars, and the memories that stick with us. Ryan O’Donnell joins Shane for “A Salute to Doggo Owners,” reflecting…
Coming Soon and Still a Year Late: Future of Apple Tech
From nostalgic station wagons to the future of Apple tech, Handy Andy Media joins Shane for a wide-ranging conversation. They…
SHIFTHEADS: Barn Parties, Luddite Clubs, and Screen Breaks
What does it take to truly unplug? In the Life of the Millennial, Shane and Ryan O’Donnell swap stories about…
Why TIFF Is More Than Just Movies, It’s Vans and Closets too
TIFF is more than just movies—it’s an experience. Shane Hewitt and Ben Harrison dig into the energy of the Toronto…
NEW – Subscriptions, Leasing & What Every Driver Should Know About Used Cars
Car ownership is changing fast—and not always in ways drivers expect. Lorraine Sommerfeld joins the show to dig into subscription-based…
SHIFTHEADS – From Horror to Broadway: Steve Stebbing’s Movie Picks
Looking for something to watch this weekend? Steve Stebbing brings a mix of horror, Broadway, and comedy picks to the…
NEW – Inside Copy – Goats, Kebabs, and Pirate Statues: Finding Humor in the Everyday
The world’s longest kebab and ashes hidden in a statue, this episode is packed with humor and unexpected stories. Ryan…
The Best Band Names, a Memory App, and Online Dangers Parents Should Know
Stories, music, and online safety all collide in this wide-ranging episode. Shane shares how a simple birthday gift—a memory app…
NEW – Dangerous Games: Why Parents Should Worry About Kids in Virtual Worlds
The metaverse may look like fun and games, but a new documentary reveals its darker side. Director Ann Shin joins…
SHIFTHEADS: Why Rainbow Buttmonkeys Had to Change—and Other Band Name Tales
What’s in a band name? Eric Alper and Ryan O’Donnell join to dive into the strange, funny, and sometimes career-defining…
Happy Friday Round-Up – EV Mandate is toast causes disagreement on the panel
With the Canadian government dropping its 2026 EV mandate, what happens next? Andrew Caddell and Jimmy Zoubris join to unpack…
ICYMI – The Fear of Being Alone—and how do we know if we’re stuck
What happens when we carry old attachments into new relationships? Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco join to unpack the concept…
From Skepticism to Personalization: Rethinking Education with AI
How should parents guide their kids through a world where AI is reshaping education? Mohit Rajhans joins to talk about…
Why women’s chronic pain is often undiagnosed
In this conversation, Dr. Tania Di Renna discusses the complexities of chronic pain, particularly in women, and the systemic issues…
NEW – Richard Crouse on TIFF, Charlie Sheen, and Drinks with Toxic Avengers
Last Call: Shane Hewitt catches up with film critic Richard Crouse for a wide-ranging look at the entertainment world. They…
ICYMI Rob Breakenridge on Hockey Nostalgia, Book Bans, and Canada’s Budget
Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Rob Breakenridge dive into a wide-ranging conversation that blends nostalgia with today’s big issues. They…
ICYMI – Balancing Cuts and Investments: What an Austerity Budget Really Means for Canadians
What does an austerity budget really mean for Canadians? Economist Moshe Lander breaks down the government’s proposal, explaining how spending…
NEW- Ed on Throwback Thursday
Step back into 1995 with Shane Hewitt and pop culture archivist Ed Conroy. From the dawn of eBay, Amazon, and…
1995 Rewind: Windows 95, Toy Story, and the Sound of Dance Mix 95
Shane Hewitt takes listeners back to 1995 with Ryan O’Donnell and Noah Scanga in a nostalgic Throwback Thursday edition of…
From Seattle to Ottawa: The NHL’s Jersey Hits and Misses
Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell dig into the world of NHL third jerseys, exploring how they’ve become symbols of nostalgia,…
NEW – From Crown Royal to Canadian Unity: Dr. Sylvain Charlebois on Youth Workers and Politcal Question Marks
Shane Hewitt sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, widely known as The Food Professor, to unpack the complexities of Canada’s…
NEW – From Beanie Babies to Broken Gadgets: The Wild Origins of eBay
Shane Hewitt and technology expert Carmi Levy take listeners back to 1995, when eBay and PlayStation reshaped how we shop…
Shiftheads – What ChatGPT Safety, eBay, and Pixel 10 Pro Mean for You
Collectibles meet cutting-edge tech in this conversation with Kris Abel. From a lenticular Back to the Future Part II cap…
NEW – Why Personalization Matters: Tony Chapman on Marketing and Connection
Shane Hewitt sits down with Tony Chapman—marketing thought leader and host of Chatter That Matters—to explore what businesses often miss:…
NEW- AI and Happiness at work – What It Reveals About Canadians
Shane Hewitt speaks with Heather Haslam, VP of Marketing at ADP Canada, about what it really means to be happy…
AI, Hallucinations, and the Future of Work
Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell dive into the growing role of AI in everyday life—from productivity hacks at work to…
NEW – Smart Speakers – Hot Cheetos, Politics, and the Future of Canadian Jobs
Shane Hewitt is joined by Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead for a lively conversation that blends lighthearted stories with serious…
Dynamic Pricing: Are Fans Being Scammed by Ticketing Giants?
Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell dive into the highs and headaches of live music in an era of dynamic pricing.…
SHIFTHEADS: Are We NPCs In A Video Game
Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Greg Fish tackle the troubling ways technology and AI are reshaping how we see each…
Shiftheads – Michel Juneau-Katsuya on China, America, and the Secret War of Economics and Espionage
Shane Hewitt speaks with Michel Juneau-Katsuya, former Asia-Pacific chief at the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, about the evolving face of…
NEW – Research shows chronic pain is treated differently in women than in men.
Chronic pain affects one in five Canadians, but women often face unique challenges in getting proper care. Shane Hewitt speaks…
Building Canada’s Digital Borders Why Canada Needs Digital Sovereignty Now
Shane Hewitt is joined by technology and cybersecurity expert Ritesh Kotak to explore why Canada must urgently prioritize digital sovereignty.…
ICYMI – Mark Carney’s First 100 Days Expectations vs. Reality and a blank political vision board
Shane Hewitt is joined by journalist Matt Gurney to unpack the early days of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s leadership. They…
NEW – Looking Ahead at TIFF 2025 From The Smashing Machine to Knives Out
Shane Hewitt is joined by Ben Harrison and Ryan for a spirited look at film festival season in Canada, with…
Shiftheads Ryan O’Donnell on Millennials, Dating Apps, and Real-Life Connections
Shane Hewitt sits down with Ryan O’Donnell for a candid and funny conversation about dating, relationships, and generational change. Shane…
NEW – Lori Williams Alberta government pauses ban on school library books with sex content
Shane speaks with a political scientist from Mount Royal University about the political fallout of Alberta’s school book ban. The…
SHIFTHEADS Zellers Relaunches in Edmonton Bruce Winder Explains the Stakes
Retail analyst Bruce Winder joins Shane to unpack two big Canadian business stories. First, Zellers makes another attempt at revival…
Uncle Bob on Plastic Straws to Fall Sweaters, and the Autumn Equinox
Shane Hewitt welcomes Robert Howard Addison—better known as Uncle Bob—to reflect on the shift from summer to fall. They trade…
NEW – The Dirty Truth About Airplanes
How clean is the airplane you’re sitting in? Shane Hewitt talks with microbiologist Dr. Keith Warriner about the surprising—and sometimes…
SkyTrain vs. Toronto Subway Tony Tedesco’s Vancouver Debut
Tony Tedesco joins Shane to share stories from his very first trip to Vancouver, including a sharp comparison of the…
7 Rules of Self-Reliance: How Caring for Family Shaped Maha Abouelenein’s Life and Work
What does it mean to live with purpose and no regrets? Maha Abouelenein joins Shane Hewitt for an open and…
Going No Contact with Parents: Practical Tools for Defusing Tension in Families
Why are more people cutting off contact with their parents—and what can families do to prevent it? Shane Hewitt speaks…
Tuning Your Vibes: Michael Losier on the Law of Attraction
In this conversation Michael Losier joins Shane Hewitt and the Nighshift, they explore how the Law of Attraction works through…
Dr. Deep Sea on 100 Days Underwater and the Lessons Learned
What happens to the human body and mind after 100 days spent living underwater? Shane Hewitt catches up with Dr.…
Practical Tools for Confidence and Wellness in Uncertain Times
How do we build resilience in the face of change? Shane Hewitt welcomes Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, an award-winning scholar and…
The Power of Love Beyond Grief: A Conversation with Chaz Ebert
What does love really mean when you strip away the clichés? In this extended conversation, Chaz Ebert sits down with…
The Art of Deep Love and Friendship: Mindful Love, Respect, and Connection
What makes a truly good friend? Shane Hewitt sits down with Dave Asprey—entrepreneur, Bulletproof Coffee founder, and leader in the…
Fast Fashion on Trial: John Pabon on SHEIN, Tariffs, and the Future of Clothing
Fast fashion dominates closets and headlines, but what’s the real cost? Shane Hewitt speaks with sustainability expert John Pabon about…
The Hidden Cost of Processed Foods
Nutrition isn’t just about calories—it’s about fuel, health, and the ripple effect on every part of life. Shane Hewitt talks…
KD, Taco Meat, and the Comfort Foods That Get Us Through
From boxed mac and cheese to late-night taco hacks, Ryan O’Donnell and Shane Hewitt share their guilty-pleasure comfort foods. Ryan…
DIY Tips That Keep Your Home Healthy from Pink Mold and Other Problems
From pink mold to plumbing hacks, Shane Hewitt and Handy Andy Baryer dig into the essentials of keeping a healthy,…
TikTok and Social Media Are Changing Dining Culture
Avocado toast isn’t just breakfast—it’s a symbol of how a generation spends, shares, and shapes culture. Shane Hewitt talks with…
Can Plastic Ice Cream Replace Culture and Tradition?
Food is more than fuel—it’s culture, history, and identity. Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, The Food Professor, about…
The Psychology of Packaging: Why We Buy What We Buy
Shane Hewitt and Tony Chapman dig into how packaging and marketing shape what we buy, from the grocery aisle to…
Storytelling and the Human Side of Journalism
News isn’t just facts—it’s stories that connect us. Shane Hewitt sits down with Ottawa broadcaster Stefan Keyes to talk about…
How Self-Reflection Can Reduce Financial Stress
As summer fades and back-to-school season ramps up, financial stress often follows. Jessica Moorhouse joins Shane Hewitt to talk about…
Protect Yourself Online: Tips from a White Hat Hacker
Cybersecurity can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Shane Hewitt sits down with Hank “the Hacker” Fordham to demystify…
NEW – How to Save More on Groceries, Rewards, and Everyday Shopping
Back-to-school season is here, and that means shopping lists, deals, and—if you’re smart—serious savings. Shane Hewitt reconnects with Nichole, better…
NEW – What the Hell Should We Watch: Relay, Honey Don’t, and Eden
Shane Hewitt is joined by film critic Steve Stebbing for another round of What the Hell Should I Watch? This…
Show Intro – The most Canadian Names Ever
Shane dives into the quirks and charm of Canadian identity with Ryan O’Donnell, exploring how our names can shape the…
NEW – How Police Use Technology to Detect and Prevent Impairment
How is technology changing the fight against impaired driving? Shane Hewitt speaks with Sean Shapiro about the tools, tests, and…
SHIFTHEADS: Inside Copy: Guns, Poop, Bieber, and 40,000 Pounds of Steak
Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell dig into a string of eyebrow-raising stories that blend the bizarre with the unbelievable. From…
Friday Round Up Air Canada’s Strike and Canada’s Shifting Trade Policy
Shane Hewitt is joined by Jimmy Zoubris and Andrew Caddell to break down two of Canada’s biggest economic stories of…
ICYMI – Date Night Tony Tedesco and Jen Kirsch on Breaking or Building Bonds
On this Date Night, Shane Hewitt is joined by Tony Tedesco and Jen Kirsch to explore the turning points that…
AI and Parenting: Mohit Rajhans on Culture, Truth, and Technology
Artificial intelligence is reshaping nearly every part of life—including how we parent. Shane Hewitt speaks with Mohit Rajhans about the…
SHIFTHEADS: The Food Professor Explains Why Groceries Cost More in Canada
Why are Canadians paying more at the grocery store? Shane Hewitt talks with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, known as The Food…
NEW – The Magic of Consistency in Customer Experience
What does “good customer service” really mean? Shane Hewitt sits down with customer service expert Marc Gordon to unpack the…
From the Jays to Jurassic Park: A 1993 Time Capsule
Shane tried to take the Nightshift outdoors with a hammock-side broadcast on a gorgeous Ottawa evening. For Throwback Thursday, Ryan…
NEW – Music Collectibles – Taylor Swift Is Releasing Her Album on Cassette
Taylor Swift’s decision to release her new album on cassette sparks a bigger conversation: why do physical formats still matter…
Cracker Barrel’s New Logo – Let’s hope it’s a first draft
When Cracker Barrel updated its logo, the internet noticed—and not in a good way. Shane and Ryan dive into why…
1993 Revisited: From Kim Campbell to the Blue Jays’ Glory
Shane rewinds to 1993 for a Throwback Thursday filled with seismic moments in Canadian politics, sports, and technology. Canada’s first…
Shiftheads – Throwback From The X-Files to Snoop Dogg: Looking Back at ’93
What made 1993 such a turning point in culture? Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy from Retro Ontario revisit the year…
ICYMI – Saskatchewan Tourism & Ethan Coen’s Honey Don’t: Souvenirs, Film Noir, and the Stories Behind the Drinks
Movies, music, and even TV shows don’t just entertain—they change how we travel. Shane Hewitt talks with film critic Richard…
Lessons in Reinvention, Legacy, and the Power of Mentorship
Shane Hewitt sits down with Tony Chapman to explore what it takes to reinvent yourself when life shifts direction. From…
NEW – Behind the Scenes of Life at 35,000 Feet: Safety First, Service Second
Flight attendants aren’t just there to serve drinks—they’re the first line of safety in the sky. Shane Hewitt sits down…
ICYMI – Revitalizing Indigenous Languages in Canada and around the World
Language is more than words—it’s culture, land, and identity. Shane Hewitt sits down with Dr. Lorna Williams to explore the…
What Language Do You Want to Learn?
What language would you love to learn? Shane Hewitt welcomes Ryan O’Donnell, Noah Scanga, and Tony Tedesco for a lighthearted…
Safety or Control? The Fight Over Internet Freedom
Is the age of free speech online coming to an end? Shane Hewitt talks with Greg Fish, author of The…
SH&TNS Why Mark Carney Is Not Trudeau and What It Means for Poilievre
As Parliament resumes, the political landscape is shifting. Shane Hewitt welcomes Rob Breakenridge to unpack what lies ahead for Pierre…
Shiftheads – A Love Letter to Starbucks’ Vanilla Bean Scone (and Kenny G)
What happens when your favorite treat disappears from the menu? Ryan O’Donnell joins Shane Hewitt to share the heartfelt (and…
NEW – Pixel Phones, Pregnancy Robots, and the Future of Tech
From smartphones to science fiction made real, Shane Hewitt and tech expert Kris Abel break down the latest in technology.…
ICYMI – The shocking truth about how much time teens spend online
Shane Hewitt talks with Dino Ambrosi of Project Reboot about the real costs of screen time on youth and families.…
NEW- Smart Speakers – Good News, Bad Drivers, and the Politics of Repair
Shane Hewitt is joined by Lindsay Broadhead and Jamie Ellerton for a wide-ranging conversation that blends politics, personal gripes, and…
Good News Tuesday: Canada’s Youngest Racer and a Father’s Global Letter Project
It’s a lighter night on Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift as the team swaps personal stories and good news. Noah…
Loyalty Points Under Attack: How to Protect Your Rewards
Shane Hewitt talks with Patrick Sojka from Canada’s Premier Credit Card, Points and Miles Resource | Rewards Canada about the…
How social media is turning Canadian politics into noise instead of substance
Shane Hewitt talks with Matt Gurney about the shifting landscape of Canadian politics and the outsized role social media plays…
Ryan O’Donnell Goes Full Karen Over Starbucks Scones
On Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift, Ryan O’Donnell goes full Karen after discovering Starbucks has cancelled the vanilla bean scone.…
NEW – Aging Gracefully: Celebrating Life’s Milestones with Robert Howard Addison
Join Shane Hewitt and Robert Howard Addison as they celebrate the 88th birthday of Robert’s mother and explore the profound…
Shiftheads – The Death Clock: Why Facing Mortality Can Help You Live Longer
Shane Hewitt talks with Brent Franson, founder and CEO of Death Clock, the AI-powered app that estimates life expectancy and…
NEW – Unveiling Wrongful Convictions in Canada
In this conversation, Shane Hewitt speaks with Kelly Lauzon, an adjunct professor at Carleton University, about wrongful convictions in Canada.…
NEW – The Strike Warning Air Canada Couldn’t Ignore
Former NDP MP Bonita Zarillo joins Shane Hewitt to revisit the moment she pressed Air Canada’s CEO about labour unrest—months…