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.
Greg Fish joins Shane Hewitt to explore how social media platforms have weaponized outrage to drive engagement, tracing the roots of this phenomenon through history and psychology. Together, they unp…
Kevin Greene, Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Director of Health & Happiness: Counselling and Wellness, joined Shane Hewitt on The Nightshift to discuss the growing disconnect in modern relat…
Tony Chapman joined The Nightshift to share a moving story about an immigrant who rebuilt their career with help from Windmill Microlending, and to highlight Adidas’ tribute to Terry Fox through a fu…
Alberta journalist and commentator Rob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt on The Nightshift to unpack Alberta’s evolving political climate, focusing on the province’s growing push for autonomy amid risi…
Robert Kokonis, President of AirTrav Inc., emphasized that allowing greater foreign investment in Canadian airlines could enhance competition and improve customer service by introducing more global s…
Communications expert Lindsay Broadhead joins Shane Hewitt for a jam-packed episode of Smart Speakers, kicking off with “Good News Tuesday” and spiraling into hilarious tales of dental disasters and …
With deep expertise at the crossroads of cyber security and digital trust, Daniel Tsai joins the Nightshift to break down how scammers are now using AI‑generated voices, cloned WhatsApp profiles, and…
Alexandra Gater joins Shane Hewitt to share how losing her dream job sparked a creative renaissance, leading her to become a DIY design queen and a YouTube sensation. From the emotional power of a $5…
Brent Bowlin opens up about losing his wife and how comedy—alongside a mischievous dog and elusive cat—helped him rediscover purpose. In a heartfelt and humorous conversation, he and Shane Hewitt exp…
Shane Hewitt is joined by journalist and commentator Matt Gurney to celebrate Canada Day, and dive into what makes Canada special, from favorite hometowns to hidden gems across the country. But when …
Shane Hewitt is joined by Bob Addison who reflects on the summer solstice, musical memories, and a Grade 7 dance that started awkward but ended with Kendrick Lamar and unexpected moves on the dance f…
As nearly half of Canadians lose sleep over money worries, psychiatrist and sleep expert Dr. Michael Mak joins Shane Hewitt on The Nightshift to unpack the hidden insomnia epidemic gripping the natio…
Anita Bruinsma joins Shane to unravel the often-overlooked truths about credit card interest. From how it's calculated to why it doesn’t fluctuate with market rates, Anita breaks down the mechanics i…
On this segment of Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift, comedian Gerry Dee joins to talk about the unexpected comeback of bingo, sharing how a casual game at a friend’s mom’s house turned him into a fan. T…
Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift is joined by Handy Andy Baryer who shares clever DIY tips for building custom bed stands and corner shelves, while also introducing his adorable new pet rabbit who still…
Retail analyst Bruce Winder joins Shane Hewitt to unpack three major stories shaking up Canadian retail: HBC's strategic leaseback deal with a B.C. mall giant, SportChek's bold new "Destination Sport…
Technology journalist Carmi Levy joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the CRTC’s proposed “internet nutrition labels,” a move that could finally bring transparency to Canada’s murky telecom market. But while…
Dr. Scott Harding of Memorial University joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the surprising results of Canada’s first sugary drink tax—revealing a 12% drop in sales and a 24% decline in weekly consumption—w…
Military expert Richard Shimooka joined Shane Hewitt on the Night Shift to discuss global military events, highlighting the US military's use of B-2 bombers and decoy tactics in Iran and the ongoing …
On Shane Hewitt’s Nightshift Friday Round Up, Andrew Caddell—Kamouraska town councillor, Hill Times columnist, and President of the Task Force on Linguistic Policy—and Jimmy Zoubris, special advisor …