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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.

News Commentary News Self-Improvement Documentary Society & Culture Education
Update frequency
every day
Average duration
16 minutes
Episodes
639
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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SHIFTHEADS - Inside Canada’s Borders: Ex-CBSA Officer Reveals the New Security Frontier

SHIFTHEADS - Inside Canada’s Borders: Ex-CBSA Officer Reveals the New Security Frontier

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 techno…

00:19:47  |   Wed 06 Aug 2025
NEW - Plant, Protect & Purge: DIY Fixes for Wasps, Harvests & Gross Gadgets

NEW - Plant, Protect & Purge: DIY Fixes for Wasps, Harvests & Gross Gadgets

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 someon…

00:17:52  |   Wed 06 Aug 2025
SH&TNS - Smacking Mouths, Shower Debates & Rabbit Escapes: Why Young Listeners Are Ditching Podcasts for Live Radio

SH&TNS - Smacking Mouths, Shower Debates & Rabbit Escapes: Why Young Listeners Are Ditching Podcasts for Live Radio

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, …

00:19:36  |   Wed 06 Aug 2025
ICYMI - City Life Is Broken—Matt Gurney on Why Urban Normalcy No Longer Exists

ICYMI - City Life Is Broken—Matt Gurney on Why Urban Normalcy No Longer Exists

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 str…

00:10:03  |   Wed 06 Aug 2025
NEW -  What Really Makes Canada Home? A Cross-Country Reality Check

NEW - What Really Makes Canada Home? A Cross-Country Reality Check

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, cul…

00:19:27  |   Wed 06 Aug 2025
Glamour, Wit, and Power: Celebrating the Life of Loni Anderson

Glamour, Wit, and Power: Celebrating the Life of Loni Anderson

TV critic Bill Brioux joins Shane Hewitt & The Nightshift to reflect on the legacy of Loni Anderson (1945–2025), the iconic actress best known for her role as Jennifer Marlowe on WKRP in Cincinnati. …

00:08:35  |   Wed 06 Aug 2025
ICYMI - The Bad Guys Are Back—and They're Not Alone

ICYMI - The Bad Guys Are Back—and They're Not Alone

Film critic Steve Stebbing joins Shane Hewitt to spotlight this week’s must-watch movies and streaming picks, from the return of The Bad Guys to a gritty father-daughter survival tale in She Rides Sh…

00:17:57  |   Sat 02 Aug 2025
SH&TNS - Ding-Dong Ditch Diplomacy: What Canada Can Learn from Childhood Pranks

SH&TNS - Ding-Dong Ditch Diplomacy: What Canada Can Learn from Childhood Pranks

CTV Ottawa's Stefan Keyes and policy commentator Andrew Caddell join Shane Hewitt for the Friday Round-Up, covering everything from nostalgic childhood pranks to the politics of social media bans, ca…

00:17:48  |   Sat 02 Aug 2025
NEW - Why That Soccer Dad’s AI Question Matters More Than You Think

NEW - Why That Soccer Dad’s AI Question Matters More Than You Think

Tech analyst and pop culture expert Mohit Rajhans joins Shane Hewitt to unpack why everyday Canadians should care about AI headlines—even if they’re not buying stocks. From job futures to privacy ris…

00:19:18  |   Sat 02 Aug 2025
SHIFTHEADS - Love Can Save You—Or Kill You: The Surprising Science of Hearts

SHIFTHEADS - Love Can Save You—Or Kill You: The Surprising Science of Hearts

Heartbreak and Opposites Attract? Here’s What 92% of Couples Don’t Agree On - Relationship columnist Jen Kirsch and producer Tony Tedesco join Shane Hewitt for Date Night, diving into whether opposit…

00:19:35  |   Sat 02 Aug 2025
ICYMI - Why 80% of AI Projects Are DOOMED — And How a 4-Day Week Can Save Your Job

ICYMI - Why 80% of AI Projects Are DOOMED — And How a 4-Day Week Can Save Your Job

Joe O’Connor, CEO of Work Time Revolution and global pioneer of the four-day work week, joins Shane Hewitt to expose a hidden crisis behind AI adoption: time poverty. As companies rush to implement A…

00:10:50  |   Fri 01 Aug 2025
NEW - “I Love Spam”: Why the Food Professor Says We’re Spoiled

NEW - “I Love Spam”: Why the Food Professor Says We’re Spoiled

Food Professor Dr. Sylvain Charlebois explores how our relationship with food has changed—from the comfort of canned classics like Spam to the lost art of the family dinner. They dig into how food va…

00:09:54  |   Fri 01 Aug 2025
SH&TNS - Summer of '82: The Year Hollywood Changed Forever

SH&TNS - Summer of '82: The Year Hollywood Changed Forever

Film historian and pop culture archivist Ed Conroy joins Shane Hewitt to revisit the epic summer of 1982—a season that unleashed a tidal wave of now-iconic films like E.T., Blade Runner, and The Thin…

00:09:40  |   Fri 01 Aug 2025
NEW - Lohan’s Escape, Bambi’s Revenge & Neeson’s Comeback

NEW - Lohan’s Escape, Bambi’s Revenge & Neeson’s Comeback

“Last Call” Richard Crouse joins Shane Hewitt for a wild ride through celebrity escapes, horror reboots, and legal drama that’s stranger than fiction. From Lindsay Lohan’s paparazzi-free paradise to …

00:19:31  |   Fri 01 Aug 2025
SHIFTHEADS - Has Photo Manipulation Gone Too Far? AI Gone Rogue, Whisky Robots & Bezos’ Wedding Fail

SHIFTHEADS - Has Photo Manipulation Gone Too Far? AI Gone Rogue, Whisky Robots & Bezos’ Wedding Fail

Tech expert Kris Abel joins Shane Hewitt to explore the weird and wonderful world of tech—from a towering, app-controlled skeleton that talks back, to a whisky robot that draws in your drink, and a f…

00:17:00  |   Fri 01 Aug 2025
SH&TNS - Ottawa’s Hidden Gem: The River You Were Afraid to Swim In—Is Safe!

SH&TNS - Ottawa’s Hidden Gem: The River You Were Afraid to Swim In—Is Safe!

Dr. Banu Ormeci, Professor and Jarislowsky Chair in Water and Health at Carleton University, joins Shane Hewitt to challenge long-standing myths about Ottawa’s Rideau River. She reveals that through …

00:09:53  |   Thu 31 Jul 2025
SHIFTHEADS - Love, Laughter, and Lower Back Pain: Millennials and Boomers Unfiltered

SHIFTHEADS - Love, Laughter, and Lower Back Pain: Millennials and Boomers Unfiltered

Millennial commentator Ryan O’Donnell joins Shane Hewitt to unpack how weddings—and relationships—are evolving for his generation. From long-term love without rings to destination group trips and Ins…

00:19:27  |   Wed 30 Jul 2025
SH&TNS - From Newfoundland to Center Stage: Alan Doyle’s Story of Luck and Music

SH&TNS - From Newfoundland to Center Stage: Alan Doyle’s Story of Luck and Music

In this engaging conversation, Alan Doyle, lead singer and founding member of the folk-rock band Great Big Sea, reflects on his journey from a young musician in Newfoundland to becoming a celebrated …

00:33:47  |   Wed 30 Jul 2025
NEW - From Parksville to Prime Time: Why Lindsay Broadhead Says Canada Needs to Reconnect

NEW - From Parksville to Prime Time: Why Lindsay Broadhead Says Canada Needs to Reconnect

Strategic Communications Leader Lindsay Broadhead joins Shane Hewitt from her "work-cation" in Parksville, B.C., reflecting on the joy of travel, family, and Canada's cultural contrasts. Plus, they t…

00:19:32  |   Wed 30 Jul 2025
Alzheimer’s Starts Before You Think—Dr. Michael Borrie on the Silent Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Alzheimer’s Starts Before You Think—Dr. Michael Borrie on the Silent Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Dr. Michael Borrie is a Geriatrician and Professor in the Department of Medicine at Western University. He joins Shane Hewitt to explain why talking openly about Alzheimer’s is crucial. He breaks dow…

00:09:00  |   Wed 30 Jul 2025
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