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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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9:30

How Much Does Happiness Cost in Canada?

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/07

What’s the price of happiness — literally? Shane Hewitt breaks down a new ranking of Canada's happiest cities cross-referenced with real estate prices, revealing what a single point on the happiness index actually costs in places like Vancouver, Winnipeg, and Calgary. From shocking housing gaps to the real value of joy, this is a playful but eye-opening look at lifestyle, money, and mood. Plus, hear about the team’s personal moments — including Ryan O'Donnell’s

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8:54

NEW - Kokomo, Cost of Living, and Canada in 1988

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/07

What did happiness cost in 1988? Shane Hewitt takes us back to the era of acid-wash jeans, shoulder pads, and conga lines to Kokomo. With nods to The Beach Boys, the price of milk, and a prime minister who wasn’t named Trudeau, this nostalgic ride compares what life looked like then vs. now — and why the past still resonates. Relive the cultural pulse of the late '80s: the number one song, classic TV shows like Cheers and Golden Girls, and how much it cost to keep a family fed

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9:52

SHIFTHEADS: What the 2025 Budget Missed About...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/07

There’s $115 billion for infrastructure—but just $680 million for agri-food. In this candid breakdown, Dr. Sylvain Charlebois scrutinizes Canada’s 2025 federal budget through an economist’s lens, revealing who benefits, who’s left out, and what voters should watch for next. Learn why automatic tax filing could ease food insecurity, how changes to the temporary foreign worker program affect food service, and why interprovincial trade barriers still plague progress. Plus,

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9:50

Shiftheads - Political Floor Crossings, Budget...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/07

No, we’re not getting an election — but we are getting drama. Shane Hewitt and Rob Breckenridge unpack a week of political gamesmanship in Ottawa, from floor crossings and budget brinkmanship to one MP who quit, stayed, and confused everyone. Rob breaks down why crossing the floor isn’t always betrayal, why voters feel disconnected from the people they elect, and why transparency is everything when party lines shift. Then, a royal curveball: Prince Harry in a Dodgers cap at a Jays

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9:44

ICYMI - Kokomo, Comeback Kings, and the Secret...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/07

It’s 1988, and somehow — against all odds — the Beach Boys have the #1 song in America. Eric Alper joins Shane Hewitt for Throwback Thursday to unpack how Kokomo became a generational anthem, why Brian Wilson wasn’t even on the track, and how a song about tropical islands saved a California band’s career. From family feuds to therapist blockades, discover the wild story behind one of the most unlikely pop comebacks ever. Plus, what Kokomo teaches us about reinvention,

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9:28

Petro-Canada Swag and Pop Culture Power: Why 1988...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/07

Remember your first “Just Do It” ad? Or those gold-rimmed Petro-Canada Winter Olympic glasses? Ed Conroy of Retro Ontario does — and he joins Shane Hewitt to dig deep into why 1988 was one of the weirdest, happiest years in pop culture memory. With Kokomo topping charts and Die Hard redefining action, the year was packed with unforgettable music, movies, and marketing moments. Ed unpacks why They Live still resonates, how NWA gave suburban kids a window into Compton, and why pop

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19:33

When the Music Meets the Movies: Richard Crouse on...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/07

Part 1: From front‑row concerts to film premieres, Richard Crouse brings an insider’s lens to how entertainment evolves. He joins Shane Hewitt to discuss a genre‑blending album featuring The Tragically Hip, Nelly Furtado & co., crafted for the FIFA World Cup — and why it matters. Part 2: Then they pivot to his newest “Booze & Reviews” segment, where he pairs the biopic Christy with themed cocktails like the “Mike Tyson” and “Joe Louis Brown

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9:13

Shiftheads - From Buckets to Billboards: KFC's Sneaky...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/06

What looked like a fun cameo at a Blue Jays game was actually a million-dollar marketing masterstroke. Tony Chapman reveals how a $10,000 seat behind home plate—occupied by a faux Colonel Sanders—sparked global buzz, sidestepped official sponsorship deals, and revived an iconic brand. This episode uncovers the deeper story behind the "Curse of the Colonel," KFC’s unexpected link to Japanese baseball fandom, and how bold, playful branding can outshine big-budget campaigns. Chapman

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19:36

SHIFTHEADS: Scam Calls and Slave Labor: The Hidden...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/06

Think you’re just ignoring a scam call? You might be ignoring a cry for help. Dr. Lee Kuhnle reveals a harrowing reality: many call center scammers are victims of human trafficking, trapped in brutal compounds and forced to defraud strangers under threat of violence. In this episode, hear how criminal syndicates across Southeast Asia turned pandemic-era unemployment into global exploitation, building scam centers that now drive up to 50% of some countries’ GDP. Kuhnle explains how

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9:35

Running Out of Data Was the Best Thing That Happened...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/06

What started as a billing disaster turned into a digital wake-up call. After blowing past his shared data limit, Shane decided not to top up—but to opt out. With just calls, maps, and dial-up-slow messages, he stripped his smartphone back to basics. The surprising result? Relief. In this solo episode, Shane gets honest about tech dependence, app fatigue, and what it feels like to not be reachable 24/7. From ditching Spotify to rediscovering actual radio, he shares the wins, the weirdness, and

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19:34

NEW - The Budget That Didn't Land: What It Means for...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/06

It had no flash, no clear story, and no retail wins—so what was this budget for? Jamie Ellerton and Lindsay Broadhead dissect the 2025 federal budget, suggesting it may be less about Trudeau’s vision and more about making space for Mark Carney’s. They break down what the budget offers (sector-specific nods, civil service cuts) and what it dodges (a national narrative, voter trust). Also on the docket: the politics of crossing the floor and whether this marks a shift in Liberal

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8:52

NEW - The Hacker Who Watches the Scammers: Inside Jim...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/06

What happens when the scammer gets scammed—on camera? In this solo episode, Shane spotlights Jim Browning, the white-hat hacker from Northern Ireland who’s turned cyber-vigilantism into a YouTube sensation. Browning doesn’t just expose scam operations—he infiltrates them, records them, and sometimes watches their faces in real time as they realize they're the ones being watched. It’s justice with a keyboard, and it’s forcing a conversation about ethics,

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9:37

NEW - Nukes, Duds, and Digital Deterrence: The Truth...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/06

Nuclear bombs might not even work—and that’s part of the strategy. Greg Fish joins the show to explain how today's nuclear powers rely on computer models, not test detonations, to verify their arsenals. The science is sound, but the politics? Still terrifying. With tensions flaring and missile launches grabbing headlines, Fish breaks down why some nukes may be duds, how radioactive decay can neutralize bombs over time, and why Russia might be shouting louder than it can shoot. This

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11:41

ICYMI - Cannabis Is Legal—So Why Isn’t Canada Cashing...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/06

Seven years after legalization, cannabis is mainstream—but Canada’s policies still treat it like a liability. David Coletto reveals new polling that shows strong public support for expanding the cannabis sector, including jobs, exports, and economic investment. Despite 1 in 3 Canadians using cannabis regularly, the industry faces tight restrictions on marketing, product limits, and international trade. Coletto explains how the original goal—public safety—has left the market

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10:02

NEW - Only 1 in 10 Cars Bought in Canada Are Made...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/06

Canada built 1.3 million vehicles last year—yet only about 10% of the cars Canadians actually bought were made here. Lorraine Sommerfeld breaks down this eye-opening stat and the hidden truths behind Canada's shrinking auto industry. With exclusive data and sharp analysis, Lorraine reveals why Toyota and Honda are carrying Canadian production, how American lobby groups dominate headlines, and why Canadians buy Silverados from the U.S. and Mexico—despite building them in Oshawa. The

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19:39

ICYMI: The Joy of Solitude: Reconnecting in an...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/05

DESCRIPTION:Loneliness hurts — but solitude can heal. Dr. Robert Coplan joins Shane Hewitt to reframe what it means to be alone, offering science-backed insights on how choosing solitude can actually boost mental health, creativity, and relationships. They unpack the critical difference between loneliness and solitude, explore the concept of "companionate solitude," and examine how short daily practices — even 15 minutes — can reset the mind and replenish the social battery. Dr

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9:52

SHIFTHEADS: The Budget Canadians Don’t Understand —...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/05

The numbers are big, the language is complex, and the communication? Lacking. Economist Fred O’Riordan joins Shane Hewitt to unpack what’s actually inside Canada’s latest federal budget — and why it feels so disconnected from everyday Canadians. From a $78.3 billion deficit to luxury tax changes, O’Riordan explains what matters, what’s misunderstood, and why the real win might be for businesses, not households. They cover the lockup process, affordability gaps,

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9:39

Magic Cards & Budget Cuts: Can Good News Tuesday...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/05

When Good News Tuesday collides with federal Budget Day, optimism gets a reality check. Shane Hewitt opens the mic with a mission: find genuine wins amid political posturing and government spin. Joined by Ryan O’Donnell and David Hunter, the team analyzes reactions from party leaders, critiques the communication gap in the budget rollout, and reflects on how living in Ottawa changes how federal policy feels. Despite a bleak news cycle, a surprising card game victory and a sunny day in the

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9:08

Good News Tuesday: Cameramen, Cancer Survivors &...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/05

Good News Tuesday goes beyond headlines with two unforgettable personal stories. First, CTV’s Omar Sachedina chronicles Kirk Neff’s fight against a neurological tremor that once threatened his career — and the transformative surgery that brought his world back into focus. Then, Dakota Joshua’s return to hockey after testicular cancer reminds us how sports, survival, and second chances often intersect. Meanwhile, Shane Hewitt and the team keep it grounded: budget ambiguity,

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9:18

Solitude, Lego, and Budget Cuts: Finding Quiet in the...

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift ·

2025/11/05

In a city where 25,000 public sector jobs could be on the chopping block, Shane Hewitt reflects on how living in Ottawa reshapes the way federal budgets feel. This episode opens with a grounded look at the public service boom — and what job cuts really mean when they land in your backyard. But the real heart of the show comes in the second half: a warm, personal conversation about solitude. From walking without the dog to late-night Lego sessions, Shane, Ryan O’Donnell, and David Hunter

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