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.
Looking for something to watch this weekend? Steve Stebbing brings a mix of horror, Broadway, and comedy picks to the table. From the newest chapter in The Conjuring universe to Hamilton hitting thea…
Stories, music, and online safety all collide in this wide-ranging episode. Shane shares how a simple birthday gift—a memory app for his parents—sparked a deeper appreciation for family stories and a…
The metaverse may look like fun and games, but a new documentary reveals its darker side. Director Ann Shin joins to talk about Dangerous Games, which follows three young women navigating platforms l…
What’s in a band name? Eric Alper and Ryan O’Donnell join to dive into the strange, funny, and sometimes career-defining choices musicians make when naming their groups. From “Naked Toddler” becoming…
With the Canadian government dropping its 2026 EV mandate, what happens next? Andrew Caddell and Jimmy Zoubris join to unpack Mark Carney’s recent speech, the politics behind Canada’s stalled progres…
What happens when we carry old attachments into new relationships? Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco join to unpack the concept of “monkey barring” in dating, the fear of being alone, and how emotional att…
The world’s longest kebab and ashes hidden in a statue, this episode is packed with humor and unexpected stories. Ryan O’Donnell joins to swap light-hearted takes on goats with personality, construct…
How should parents guide their kids through a world where AI is reshaping education? Mohit Rajhans joins to talk about the creative ways children are already using technology, and why cultural connec…
Last Call: Shane Hewitt catches up with film critic Richard Crouse for a wide-ranging look at the entertainment world. They talk TIFF highs and lows, including the grind of festival days and the buzz…
Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Rob Breakenridge dive into a wide-ranging conversation that blends nostalgia with today’s big issues. They revisit 1995 through personal stories and hockey culture, …
Shane Hewitt takes listeners back to 1995 with Ryan O’Donnell and Noah Scanga in a nostalgic Throwback Thursday edition of The Night Shift. Together, they revisit the year that gave us eBay, Windows …
Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell dig into the world of NHL third jerseys, exploring how they’ve become symbols of nostalgia, branding, and fan identity. From Ottawa’s newest third jersey—rooted in the…
Shane Hewitt sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, widely known as The Food Professor, to unpack the complexities of Canada’s food and employment landscape. They explore how the agricultural and res…
Shane Hewitt and technology expert Carmi Levy take listeners back to 1995, when eBay and PlayStation reshaped how we shop and play. They explore eBay’s quirky beginnings—from a broken laser pointer t…
Collectibles meet cutting-edge tech in this conversation with Kris Abel. From a lenticular Back to the Future Part II cap and the challenges of eBay vs. Etsy, to new parental controls for ChatGPT aft…
What does an austerity budget really mean for Canadians? Economist Moshe Lander breaks down the government’s proposal, explaining how spending cuts and tax increases aim to reduce deficits while stil…
Step back into 1995 with Shane Hewitt and pop culture archivist Ed Conroy. From the dawn of eBay, Amazon, and Yahoo to the arrival of Windows 95 and the first PlayStation, the year marked a seismic s…
Shane Hewitt sits down with Tony Chapman—marketing thought leader and host of Chatter That Matters—to explore what businesses often miss: customers don’t just buy products, they buy moments. Tony unp…
Shane Hewitt speaks with Heather Haslam, VP of Marketing at ADP Canada, about what it really means to be happy at work. Drawing on insights from the ADP Canada Happiness at Work Index, they explore t…
Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell dive into the growing role of AI in everyday life—from productivity hacks at work to the playful use of smart tools at home. They unpack both the benefits and pitfalls…