Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
Shane Hewitt & The Nightshift is your late-night companion for real talk, bold ideas, and unfiltered conversations that matter. Hosted by Canadian radio veteran Shane Hewitt, each episode dives into the headlines, human stories, and hidden truths shaping our world—always with curiosity, compassion, and a sharp edge. From politics and pop culture to mental health, technology, and everyday life, this podcast is where night owls, deep thinkers, and curious minds come to connect. Featuring expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane’s signature style—thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real. If you crave meaningful dialogue, smart perspectives, and late-night radio energy in podcast form, subscribe now and join The Nightshift.
Episodes
Shane Hewitt hosts a lively Friday Round Up with Jimmy Zoubris, special advisor to the Mayor of Montreal, and Andrew Caddell, Kamouraska town councillor and Hill Times columnist. From mini pig evictions and wildfire fines to military pay raises and Air Canada protests, the panel dives into Canada’s quirkiest and most pressing headlines.
Originally aired on 2025-08-08
Film critic Steve Stebbing joins The Night Shift to preview the weekend’s must-watch movies and streams. From a body-swapping sequel (Freakier Friday) to creepy disappearances (Weapons) and streaming hits like Wednesday and King of the Hill, Steve helps you dodge the duds and find your next binge.
Originally aired on 2025-08-08
Mental health advocate and long-distance runner Sachin Latti joins The Night Shift to share his coast-to-coast journey—Canada’s longest run for mental health. Running 60 km a day for over 75 days, Sach is raising $1 million and creating space for connection, one step and one story at a time.
Ryan O'Donnell joins The Night Shift with Shane Hewitt for a whirlwind of bizarre and hilarious stories—from a bear-fighting...
On The Night Shift, Shane Hewitt hosts a spicy Date Night with relationship expert Jen Kirsch and Producer Tony, diving into how OnlyFans is reshaping modern relationships. Later, online model and performer Bayesia Nash joins the conversation, bringing her fun-loving, open-minded perspective on connection, content, and the blurred lines between fantasy and reality.
Originally aired on 2025-08-08
Tech analyst Mohit Rajhans from Thinkstart.ca joins The Night Shift for Behind the Techlines, diving into the global rollout of digital age verification. From privacy nightmares to broken systems, Mohit and Shane Hewitt explore how the age-gated internet is arriving fast—and failing hard.
Originally aired on 2025-08-08
Film critic and host Richard Crouse joins Shane Hewitt for Last Call, where they talk crossword fame, bizarre ways movies are helping farmers, and how “Happy Gilmore 2” has people injuring themselves trying to recreate Adam Sandler’s swing. Then in Booze and Reviews, Richard dives into the eerie new horror flick Weapons—plus how to turn your next movie night into a cocktail party with Twizzler-infused drinks...
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, Director of the Dalhousie Agri-foods Lab, joins Shane Hewitt to break down Canada’s egg and chicken pricing chaos. He explains why Quebecers are paying far more for eggs than Americans—and how small grocers might just be your best bet for cheaper chicken.
Originally aired on 2025-08-07
Ed Conroy from RetrOntario.com joins Shane Hewitt to relive the wild, weird, and world-shifting year that was 1989—from "Wayne’s World" and Maestro Fresh Wes to the fall of the Berlin Wall and the birth of the web. It’s a nostalgic, high-energy look at a year that redefined rebellion, music, and media forever.
Tech journalist Carmi Levy joins Shane Hewitt to explore how 1989 quietly became one of the most revoluti...
Nathan Radke, cultural history professor and co-host of the Uncover Up podcast joins The Night Shift to break down the Sydney Sweeney DHS ad controversy—was it Nazi-coded or just a PR misfire? With sharp historical insight and a dash of conspiracy theory flair, Radke and Shane Hewitt explore how cultural confusion fuels viral outrage and why this ad hit a nerve.
Originally aired on 2025-08-07
Alyssa B of Nourished.ca joins Shane Hewitt to explore why more Canadians are going “sober curious” and rethinking their relationship with alcohol. From metabolism to mindfulness, this conversation challenges the normalization of drinking and offers a healthier, more intentional path.
Originally aired on 2025-08-06
Rob Breakenridge, seasoned journalist and broadcaster, joins Shane Hewitt to untangle Canada’s most urgent headlines—from new U.S. tariffs rattling trade talks to wildfire smoke diplomacy and shocking changes to NEXUS gender markers. Add in tow‑truck crackdowns and a skilled trades crisis, and you’ve got a week where policy, protest, and practicality collide.
Originally aired on 2025-08-06
Greg Fish returns with a new Cyberpunk Survival Guide to dismantle the popular myth that screen time is making us lonely and depressed. He argues it’s not the cause—but the coping mechanism—for deeper societal disconnection and a growing sense of isolation.
Daniel Tsai, business-law and tech expert, joins Shane Hewitt to unpack a disturbing new study revealing that ChatGPT is providing harmful instructions to teen...
Tech expert Kris Abel joins Shane Hewitt to spotlight a Vermont engineer bringing pay phones back to life—with free internet calls for those who need them most. Plus: Apple-tracking kids’ shoes, and Microsoft’s wild new XP-themed Crocs that have nostalgia written all over them.
Originally aired on 2025-08-06
Marketing strategist and Chatter That Matters host Tony Chapman joins Shane Hewitt to break down why OpenAI is being valued at $500B without turning a profit, and how AI is shaking up how we access information. From geo-tracking in malls to AI-powered recommendations, they dive into how small businesses must adapt—or get left behind—in the new digital economy.
Originally aired on 2025-08-06
Dr. John Gradek, Faculty Lecturer and Academic Programs Coordinator in Supply Chain & Integrated Aviation Management, joins Shane Hewitt to analyze Air Canada flight attendants’ recent strike vote. They examine how the mandate could disrupt operations, the logistics challenges ahead, and what it means for aviation workers and travellers alike.
Claire’s has filed for creditor protection in Canada after a U.S. bankrup...
Kelly Sundberg, Professor of Criminology at Mount Royal University and border security expert, joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the complex world of migration, public safety, and evolving security technology. Drawing on his 15+ years with the CBSA and global academic experience, he offers sharp insight into the future of Canada’s borders—and the balancing act between safety, rights, and tech.
Originally aired on 2025-0...
DIY tech expert Handy Andy Baryer joins Shane Hewitt to tackle a buzzing mix of topics—from how to rid your yard of wasps and what to plant in August for a fall harvest, to the bizarre tale of someone abandoning a $950M hard drive search and the overlooked hazard of bacteria on your phone screen. Andy serves up practical solutions, gardening hacks, and cautionary tech tales—all with his signature humor.
Originally aired...
On "The Night Shift," host Shane Hewitt, producers Tony and Noah celebrate Good News Tuesday with uplifting stories from the weekend.. Tony shares insights from the weekend, where young party-goers, say they crave live, participatory radio over expert-heavy podcasts, sparking plans to add online chat features. Plus, the hosts dive into quirky pet peeves—from smacking mouths to rabbit mishaps—in a segment inspired by a g...
Journalist and commentator Matt Gurney joins Shane Hewitt & The Nightshift to explore the evolving reality of life in Canadian cities. From growing homelessness to mental health struggles on city streets, they tackle how our definition of “normal” is changing—and why empathy and honesty are critical to moving forward.
Originally aired on 2025-08-05
Communications strategist Lindsay Broadhead (Broadhead Communications) joins Shane Hewitt to explore what makes Canada truly home—from its vast regional differences to shared values of community, culture, and collaboration. They unpack economic and educational challenges, urging long-term thinking to build a stronger, more united nation.
Originally aired on 2025-08-05
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