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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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9:46

Why 2005 Still Feels Like Yesterday: Twilight,...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/14

What does a blockbuster vampire romance, a defunct video store, and biblical symbolism have in common? Ed Conroy connects the dots through nostalgia, pop culture, and history in this punchy Throwback Thursday episode. From the cultural impact of Twilight to the lost rituals of Blockbuster nights, Ed and Shane revisit 2005 and its enduring influence. They weigh the return of mom jeans, the evolution of irony, and why fashion today looks like every decade all at once. Plus, Ed shares updates on his

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19:37

Now You See It, Now You Stream It: From CGI Tricks to...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/14

AI Wrote a Hit Country Song. Should We Care?Would you pay to talk to an AI version of your favourite celebrity? What if your favourite song wasn’t written by a person at all? Richard Crouse breaks down how artificial intelligence is reshaping fame, music, and the idea of what’s real. From chart-topping AI “artists” to voice licensing deals from Matthew McConaughey and Michael Caine, this episode explores the strange new normal: digital celebrities, synthetic emotion, and the

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20:03

Faking the Moon: What 400,000 People Would Have Had...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/13

Kim Kardashian says the moon landing was staged. Nathan Radke disagrees — and has the science, history, and logic to explain why. He walks Shane through the key claims behind the Apollo 11 conspiracy and shows how each one crumbles under scrutiny. They explore why people still fall for these ideas, the role of distrust in government, and how Cold War rivalry made the moonshot a geopolitical necessity. From camera tech to Soviet surveillance, the case for a real landing is far stronger than the

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8:41

Canada Is Not Ready for AI — And That’s a Problem

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/13

Sam Jenkins of Punchcard joins Shane to explain why Canada is falling behind in the AI economy. From infrastructure gaps to underprepared organizations, the conversation unpacks how our cautious business culture is slowing real innovation — especially in critical sectors like construction, healthcare, and supply chains. Sam outlines the missing link: it’s not just about tech, it’s about people. He breaks down why transformation needs training, trust, and time — and why

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9:28

Why Canadians Are Decorating for Christmas Before...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/13

Shane Hewitt describes a family moment where a Christmas movie was paused to observe Remembrance Day. Shane and Ryan discuss early decorating habits, nostalgic ornaments, and family traditions including the “ugly-beautiful” Christmas tree. They talk about Canadian-made holiday films, Hallmark productions filmed in Sudbury, and the oddball movie Hot Frosty. The episode includes segments with Nathan Radke on Apollo 11 conspiracy theories, a money conversation, and insights from Tony

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19:12

SMART SPEAKERS: Joy, Deflection, and Disarray: What...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/13

How Christmas Trees and Political Strategy Collide in CanadaLindsay Broadhead and Jamie Ellerton join Shane to talk festive trees, sentimental ornaments, and the unspoken rules of Christmas timing. From teddy bear trees and candy canes to live tree bans in condos, they share how tradition meets practicality in Canadian households. Then the mood shifts. The group examines the Liberal Party’s tightly executed distraction strategy during the federal budget release and compares it to what they see

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9:39

Why Moon Landing Myths Thrive in the TikTok Era

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/13

This episode breaks down why moon‑landing conspiracies continue to explode online and how TikTok’s design supercharges misinformation. From flashy edits to confidence‑heavy creators with zero scientific background, misleading videos spread faster than facts. The conversation looks at how popularity gets confused with expertise, making persuasive conspiracy voices appear credible. It also highlights why science communicators like Neil deGrasse Tyson matter more than ever. His willingness to

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9:36

Why the Tech Bro Apocalypse is a Myth — And What’s...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/13

Greg Fish returns to argue that the “AI God” narrative—the fantasy of machines rising up—is less credible than the reshaping of society through technology. He and Shane discuss why the term “singularity” has been repackaged, how Silicon Valley’s beliefs both fuel and mislead, and how automation, inequality, and technology culture intersect. They explore how we might already be in the middle of the change, not at the beginning of it. With insights on the real

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10:04

NEW - Becoming Me Again: Why So Many Are Searching

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/13

Tony Chapman joins Shane to reflect on the emotional thread behind “becoming me again.” They unpack how seasons of life, career changes, relationships, and internal misalignment pull people away from their core—and what it takes to return. Tony shares insights from his podcast Chatter That Matters, including stories of journaling, personal reflection, and the pressure many feel to define themselves through others’ eyes. The conversation questions how identity is shaped, who

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9:57

The Condo Question, The Car Regret, and When Kids...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/13

Financial planner Anita Bruinsma walks through the hidden costs behind life’s big decisions — from whether to buy a condo or rent, to what that $1,000/month car loan actually does to your future wealth. She explains how financial planning works beyond investment advice, and why it often comes down to cash flow clarity, emotional trade-offs, and long-term vision. Plus: the moment couples realize they see money differently, and why the hardest conversations often involve kids’

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20:03

The Voices We Almost Lost: Veterans, Memories, and...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/12

What happens when a veteran finally shares what war did to them—decades later? Historian Michael Petrou returns with powerful insights from In Their Own Voices, a massive oral history project at the Canadian War Museum. With over 200 interviews from WWII to Afghanistan, this project captures raw, unfiltered reflections from veterans and their loved ones—not just about war, but about who they became because of it. Petrou shares moments where grandchildren’s military service

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11:05

New Ways to Wear a Poppy: How Remembrance Day Is...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/12

The poppy isn’t just a pin — it’s a powerful symbol of remembrance, and now it’s more accessible than ever. Nujma Bond from the Royal Canadian Legion joins Shane Hewitt to reveal how modern updates like tap-to-donate boxes and Amazon delivery are reshaping the annual Poppy Campaign while keeping its purpose intact. They dig into what the Legion really does with donations — from frontline veteran support to community-driven outreach — and why it’s time to

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9:05

Why the Poppy Endures: The Forgotten Origins of a...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/12

Every November, red poppies appear on lapels across Canada — but few remember where the tradition came from or why it still matters. Dr. Stacey Barker from the Canadian War Museum shares the powerful, sometimes overlooked history behind this iconic symbol. From muddy trenches of the First World War to grassroots campaigns by women like Lillian Freeman, discover how a wildflower became a nation’s most enduring tribute to sacrifice and remembrance. This episode explores the poppy’s

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19:12

Inside Canada’s Forgotten Tank War

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/12

It wasn’t just Britain and the U.S. with tanks that turned the tide. Captain Sheldon Smith reveals how Canadian armor quietly reshaped WWII strategy — and why its story is often missed. Go inside the transformation from horse cavalry to tank corps, the role of Canadian-built Rams and Grizzlies, and key battlefield moments from Dieppe to Ortona. Understand the doctrine behind modern armored warfare, how tanks still matter in the age of drones, and what it’s like to crew a 60-ton war

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18:43

The Unknown Soldier and Canada’s Living Memory

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/12

Tucked into downtown Ottawa is a quiet tomb that holds powerful meaning — even though no one knows who lies beneath it. Dr. Stacey Barker from the Canadian War Museum explains how the return of the Unknown Soldier became one of Canada’s most profound acts of remembrance. Marking 25 years since the soldier’s reinterment at the National War Memorial, this conversation explores why anonymity gives the tomb its emotional power, how a single artifact in the War Museum aligns perfectly

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30:15

Why Canada’s War Stories Still Matter in 2025

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/12

What happens when a nation forgets its past? Tim Cook, Chief Historian at the Canadian War Museum, argues that remembering war isn't just about the past — it's about who we are today. From the 20th anniversary of the museum’s iconic new home to the 80th anniversary of VE Day, this conversation moves through personal, powerful stories embedded in artifacts and voices of veterans. Discover the real impact of Canada’s role in WWII, why tulips still bloom in Ottawa as a thank-you from

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15:45

The Barbershop: Where Men Still Feel Seen

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/11

It’s more than grooming — it’s connection. Matty Conrad, founder of Victory Barber and GQ’s beard expert, joins Shane Hewitt to unpack why the barbershop still matters in 2025. In an age of isolation and digital noise, these intimate, real-world spaces give men something they rarely admit they need: trust, conversation, and presence. Matty shares how a haircut can lift confidence, how a simple beard trim becomes an act of care, and why the barbershop is one of the last

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19:00

Barbershops, Brotherhood & the Lost Art of Talking

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/11

Barbershops as spaces for connection:In a world of earbuds and echo chambers, the barbershop still holds space for real conversation. Shane Hewitt is joined by Jimmy Zoubris and Ryan Price for a candid episode of The Study — reflecting on men’s mental health, social connection, and why the simple ritual of a haircut still matters. From hot shaves and casual debates to silence and shared space, the conversation explores how barbershops serve as rare “third places” for men to

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19:27

NEW - Can Your Thermostat Save You Money — or Just...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/11

Smart Thermostat SavingsSmart home tech promises savings, but at what cost? Handy Andy Baryer joins Shane Hewitt to break down how programs like BC Hydro’s Peak Saver work — using smart thermostats to reduce electricity usage during peak times by preheating homes and throttling energy consumption quietly in the background. The upside: lower bills and incentive cash. The catch? Utilities can trigger subtle changes in your home’s heating. Andy explains how it works, what data is

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19:12

Have Aliens Already Mined the Moon?

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/11

Mining robots, moon factories, and self-replicating spacecraft Forget flying saucers — if alien probes have visited our solar system, they’re probably in the asteroid belt or quietly building factories on the moon. Shane Hewitt speaks with Alex Ellery, professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at Carleton University, about how interstellar spacecraft might actually work — and why the moon’s aluminum-rich soil is a bigger prize than Earth itself. Ellery explains

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