Host Shane Hewitt speaks with Calgary commentator Rob Breckenridge about Alberta’s new budget, rising spending and the province’s shifting referendum strategy. Breckenridge also discusses teacher shortages, immigration pressures and how political tensions have spilled into the Canada–U.S. hockey rivalry. The…
Shane Hewitt discusses why many Gen Z writers avoid capital letters, framing the shift as a move toward conversational, less authoritative communication. The segment explores how this style shows up in texts, letters and everyday writing, and why it may…
Shane Hewitt speaks with Tony Chapman, host of Chatter That Matters, about why young people face a shifting career landscape and why reinvention is becoming essential. Chapman shares lessons from the K3 Sisters’ unconventional path and reflects on the importance…
Shane Hewitt speaks with Michael Sangster about the importance of protecting federal and provincial student grants that help low‑income learners access training and return to the workforce. The discussion highlights why flexibility matters for students balancing jobs, caregiving and non‑traditional…
Shane Hewitt speaks with Dr. Hillary Maddin of Carleton University about a newly identified 315‑million‑year‑old fossil discovered in Nova Scotia, one of the few regions preserving early land vertebrates. CT scans revealed an unusually large microsaur with complex, interlocking teeth—evidence…
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…
