Shane Hewitt speaks with Melissa Leong about how friendships and peer groups influence financial behaviour. The discussion highlights why comparison is a natural human instinct and how visible spending—especially among higher‑earning friends—can unintentionally pressure people to overspend. The segment also…
Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Jerry Flores of the University of Toronto about recent violence in Mexico, the spread of AI‑generated disinformation and how cartels operate in regions like Puerto Vallarta and Michoacán. Flores explains why it’s difficult for tourists…
Shane Hewitt and guests share the story of discovering that a friend unexpectedly flew to Italy to watch Team Canada at the Olympics, only realizing it after spotting his Instagram story from inside the stadium. The segment recounts how the…
Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Samantha Yamin, known as Science Sam, about new research showing that specific neurons activated after exercise may help build endurance. Yamin explains how these brain circuits, found in mice, contribute to training adaptation and why…
Shane Hewitt and Mohit Rajhans discuss the surge in AI “agents” built on proprietary company data and why it may expose trade secrets and customer information. The guest argues that firms are racing ahead of clear rules, creating unknown risks…
Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois about Canada’s latest food inflation numbers, which remain among the highest in the G7 even after adjusting for last year’s GST holiday. Charlebois explains grocery‑sector margins, vertical integration and concerns about transparency before…
Shane Hewitt and Brian Makse explains why driving a manual transmission remains one of his favourite experiences behind the wheel. After spending several days driving a Mazda MX‑5 in California, he describes the full engagement, focus and driving purity that…
Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy reflects on how online marketplaces like eBay have changed the culture of garage sales. What used to be a way to clear out old belongings for a few dollars has shifted as sellers assume vintage…
Shane Hewitt speaks with Jamie and Lindsey about the political fallout surrounding an MP who crossed the floor and was later named a “special advisor” to the Prime Minister. The discussion raises questions about the nature of the role, who…
Shane Hewitt speaks with Scott Frank about how his family’s international move has affected his two children, ages 14 and 12. Scott describes the challenges of uprooting them from friends and familiarity, the emotional roller coaster that followed, and the…
Shane Hewitt and Catherine Black explains why fictional storytelling can be one of the most effective ways to explore grief. The discussion highlights how fiction provides room for complexity, mistakes and individuality in a way that structured guidance often cannot.…
Shane Hewitt speaks with Steven Cole about why he and his partner Sarah left Fergus, Ont., to buy a 37‑acre chateau in rural France. Cole describes the slower European pace, the shift from corporate life to working for themselves, and…
Shane Hewitt and Bob Addison discuss a curling rules dispute after video showed a player touching a released rock with their finger. The segment explores what constitutes a burned rock, how etiquette shapes the sport, and whether additional penalties should…
Shane Hewitt speaks with Michael Losier about how repeated complaints act as “orders” to the law of attraction, reinforcing unwanted outcomes. Losier outlines his placemat exercise that flips negative observations into clear requests for what we do want, and explains…
Shane Hewitt speaks with financial educator Jessica Moorhouse about how early money memories shape lifelong financial habits. The conversation explores themes of scarcity, abundance and the pursuit of “enoughness” in an age of constant comparison. Moorhouse also offers practical strategies…
