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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

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9:38

Gaming, Privacy, and the Fear of Being Watched

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/23

What if your favorite mobile game was spying on you? Shane Hewitt and Ryan unpack the hidden layers of gaming culture — from Halo nostalgia and World of Tanks strategy to the unsettling idea that apps like Angry Birds might have been used for surveillance. The conversation blends humor with genuine curiosity, shifting from data privacy to the future of work as AI reshapes entire industries. Between playful banter about Halloween costumes and deeper talk on automation, the episode finds its

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8:58

NEW - Canada’s Data Dilemma: The Hidden Cost of AI

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/23

AI and cloud computing are booming in Canada — but so are the data centres behind them. Shane Hewitt and Carmy Levi dig into the environmental and economic tradeoffs of this rapid growth, questioning whether the country is truly ready for the infrastructure demands AI brings. They explore how these facilities consume massive amounts of power and water while generating heat that could both help and harm in a changing climate. The conversation looks at sustainability, policy, and who’s

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9:41

Shiftheads - When AI Outgrows Us: What AGI Could...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/23

If Artificial General Intelligence ever arrives, would it want anything to do with us? Shane Hewitt and Greg Fish explore a thought-provoking scenario where an all-knowing digital mind might find human life — with its emotions, customs, and contradictions — too irrational to bother with. They unpack what hyper-rationality could mean for society, how AGI might interpret human economics and traditions, and whether technology could push us to rethink what truly matters. Blending humor and

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20:01

ICYMI - The Illusion of Busyness and the Future of Work

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/23

Everyone feels busy — but what are we really busy doing? Shane Hewitt and Tony Chapman unpack how technology, social media, and automation have blurred the lines between productivity and distraction. They explore how AI is transforming work, the risk of widening class divides, and what it means to stay human in an increasingly digital economy. The conversation challenges the idea that being busy equals being valuable, asking whether society is mistaking motion for meaning. Chapman argues that

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9:14

NEW - Robots, Toilets, and Tech That Gets Personal

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/22

From playful smartphones to smart toilets, technology is getting intimate — maybe too intimate. Shane Hewitt and Kris Abel explore two new innovations that blur the line between useful and unusual: a smartphone from Honor that transforms into a tiny companion robot, and Kohler’s Dakota, a toilet-based health system that analyzes your… well, data. The conversation dives into the creativity behind these designs and the bigger questions they raise about convenience, privacy, and how

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10:03

We Deserve Care: Supporting Aging Adults with Down...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/22

As people with Down syndrome live longer than ever, new challenges — and opportunities — are emerging. Shane Hewitt speaks with Laura LaChance from the Canadian Down Syndrome Society about the We Deserve Care campaign, an initiative raising awareness and funding to support aging adults with Down syndrome. They discuss how healthcare systems must evolve to meet this community’s changing needs, from better training for professionals to creating inclusive aging programs. The

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10:02

The Jerseys We Love and the Teams That Break Us...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/22

When sports meet sentiment, the stories get personal. Shane Hewitt and Bob Addison reflect on what it means to be loyal to a team — even when they break your heart. From Bob’s Mariners memories to Shane’s love of retro jerseys, they explore the pride, nostalgia, and identity that come with being a fan. Together, they celebrate the art of rivalry, the joy of sports history, and the beauty of finding connection through the games that shape us. GUEST:Bob Addison@‌riobobbo

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19:07

Welcome to Good News Tuesday: The Stories That Lift Us

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/22

When the world feels heavy, stories of progress and kindness remind us what’s still possible. This episode of Good News Tuesday is a reset button — proof that good things don’t just happen, they’re built every day. From breakthroughs that extend the lives of people with Down syndrome to sparks of creativity from unexpected places, these moments show how care, imagination, and community create real change. It’s an hour of hope, humor, and perspective that leaves you

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10:06

NEW - When the Price of Passion Gets Too High

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/22

Fandom used to be about love of the game — now it’s about the cost of keeping up. Shane Hewitt and Matt Gurney break down how inflation and consumer fatigue are changing the way Canadians connect to sports, concerts, and community experiences. From the Toronto Blue Jays and Maple Leafs to skyrocketing concert prices, they trace how affordability is reshaping behavior and expectations. Gurney reflects on how even devoted fans are stepping back, caught between nostalgia and the reality of

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8:36

When the Cloud Goes Down: What the AWS Outage Reveals

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/22

A single outage can shut down half the internet — and that’s a problem. Shane Hewitt and Sam Jenkins break down the ripple effects of the recent Amazon Web Services disruption, exposing just how dependent global systems have become on a few major tech players. They explore what happens when convenience collides with vulnerability, why redundancy matters, and how Canada could strengthen its digital independence through local cloud infrastructure. The conversation also digs into data

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10:04

NEW- Reinventing Yourself: The Power of Travel in...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/22

When dating feels stagnant, sometimes you need to change more than your profile — you need a new place. Shane Hewitt, Jen Kirsch, and Tony Tedesco explore how travel reshapes the way people meet and connect, and why stepping out of your comfort zone can ease anxiety and renew confidence. They unpack the limits of picky app culture, the value of self-reflection, and the freedom of meeting people without preconceived expectations. It’s a refreshing reminder that new environments often lead

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9:59

Shiftheads - How Two Teens Turned Family Game Night...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/22

Board games don’t just bring families together — sometimes, they build something brand new. Teen creators Adam and Kiara Palma share the story behind American Dictator, a game that started as a cottage idea and evolved into a thoughtful, funny take on politics and human nature. In conversation with Shane Hewitt, they explain how creativity, curiosity, and a love of family game nights led to 3D-printed prototypes, community feedback, and an unexpected entrepreneurial journey. It’s a

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9:46

ICYMI - The New Way to See Live Music: Ticket...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/22

Concerts are no longer just a night out — they’re becoming full travel experiences. Shane Hewitt, Eric Alper, and Ryan O’Donnell explore how Live Nation’s new concert-and-travel packages could reshape fan culture, letting people book flights, hotels, and tickets all at once. The trio shares personal concert memories and discusses how the business of live music is evolving in the face of high demand, limited access, and rising costs. From Taylor Swift’s economic impact

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10:01

Shiftheads - The Right to Repair and the Rise of...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/21

From skyrocketing insurance rates to cars built for obsolescence, the auto industry is testing the patience — and wallets — of everyday drivers. Shane Hewitt and Lorraine Sommerfeld unpack how planned obsolescence, limited repair options, and corporate control have created a culture of disposability around vehicles. They discuss why the right to repair movement matters more than ever, how insurance companies are writing off cars that could be fixed, and what that means for affordability

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8:43

NEW: The Louvre Heist: How Thieves Stole the Crown...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/21

A daylight robbery at the Louvre stunned the world — priceless Crown Jewels vanished in minutes. Former homicide detective Mark Mendleson joins Shane Hewitt to break down how the thieves pulled it off with precision and why this case feels eerily professional. He explains why jewelry thefts differ from art heists, how stolen gems are quickly “chopped” and resold through dark networks, and why recovery is almost impossible once the loot leaves the scene. The conversation offers a

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9:43

Show intro Engagement Stories and Muddy Sneakers

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/21

A weekend to remember turns into a reflection on proposals, love, and a pair of nearly ruined sneakers. Ryan shares how his engagement went perfectly—except for his fight to keep his sneakers clean—while Shane opens up about his own story of asking a stranger to capture the moment at a one-of-a-kind spot. Discover the humor, heart, and human moments behind how people choose to pop the question, and why the small details often become the best memories. Originally aired on2025-10-20

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19:23

ICYMI Blue Jays, Stolen Crown Jewels, and Canada Offline

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/21

A daylight robbery at the Louvre stunned the world — priceless Crown Jewels vanished in minutes. Former homicide detective Mark Mendleson joins Shane Hewitt to break down how the thieves pulled it off with precision and why this case feels eerily professional. He explains why jewelry thefts differ from art heists, how stolen gems are quickly “chopped” and resold through dark networks, and why recovery is almost impossible once the loot leaves the scene. The conversation offers a

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19:07

SHIFTHEADS When AWS Falters: Outages, Risk, and...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/21

A massive AWS service failure rippled across the internet, freezing critical tools and exposing how dependent modern life is on a handful of cloud providers. Handy Andy Baryer breaks down what likely failed behind the scenes, why cascading dependencies crippled so many big-name companies, and how redundancy sometimes isn’t as redundant as it sounds. Learn where single points of failure hide, what “multi-region” really protects, and how a cyberattack could amplify the same weak

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9:54

SHIFTHEADS: Engaged, Posted, and Processing: When...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/21

Ryan O'Donnell opens up about his millennial moment of engagement — how it didn’t fully feel real until he shared it on Instagram. The conversation turns from digital validation to real-world commitment as Shane Hewitt reflects on the biggest misconception men have about proposals: thinking the ring is the finish line instead of the starting gun. Together they explore how social media shapes milestones, why public sharing can make emotions feel tangible, and what it really means to build

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9:54

Why Money Feels Fast — But Grows Slow

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/10/21

Spending feels thrilling and instant, but real financial growth is slow and deliberate. Shane Hewitt and Jessica Moorhouse unpack the psychology behind money decisions, from realtors’ dual roles in guiding purchases to the dopamine rush that fuels impulse buying. They explore how fantasy, desire, and social pressure distort financial judgment — and why patience is the real superpower in wealth-building. Learn why “fast” money thinking creates long-term regret, how

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