Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift

Movies: From haunted cabin thrillers to a flawed Running Man reboot, film critic Steve Stebbing returns with his sharpest takes yet. Shane and Steve dive into what’s worth watching—and what to skip—on both big and small screens. They debate the “cop-out” in an Edgar Wright adaptation, laugh through Hollywood delays, and spotlight standout performances from rising star...

As AI clones celebrity voices and creates digital actors, a legal and creative tug-of-war is heating up. Mohit Rajhans joins Shane to dissect the battleground where rights, identity, and innovation collide — and why licensing a voice might become as vital as owning a script. They explore real-world examples from Michael Caine to AI-generated music, and consider a future where impersonation c...

When food prices rise and time runs out, how do families stay nourished? Holistic nutritionist Alyssa B joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the guilt, pressure, and confusion surrounding everyday eating. From finishing kids’ chicken nuggets to grabbing granola bars on the go, this episode breaks down the habits that sneak up on caregivers — and how to reset without spending more. Alyssa chall...

In an age of instant reactions and viral outrage, real debate has become a lost skill. Shane Hewitt and Frankie Cena explore how meaningful discourse has been replaced by noise — and why learning to listen, rebut, and empathize is essential for rebuilding understanding in today’s world. They discuss how debate teaches critical thinking, patience, and respect for opposing views —...

When federal dollars start flowing—but skip your province entirely—it raises more than eyebrows. Rob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt for a sharp, candid take on why Alberta’s absence from Ottawa’s major project announcements might be more calculated than careless. They cover the behind-the-scenes signals between Ottawa and Edmonton, Jason Kenney’s renewed national com...

Comedy trends come and go—but Colin Mochrie’s brand of smart, silly improv still hits. This episode throws it back to 2005 with Colin as he recalls touring life, Whose Line reruns, and why kids today are rediscovering old sketches like they’re brand new. He shares what improv teaches us about trust, listening, and bouncing back from failure—on stage or off. And with a new t...

Love it or hate it, Twilight changed everything. For a generation of teens, it was more than a book—it was an identity. For others, it was… confusing at best. Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Noah Skanga throw it back to 2005 and the dawn of the vampire craze that reshaped pop culture (and schoolyard fashion). It’s a fun, honest breakdown of how Twilight rewired teenage b...

It wasn’t cool. It wasn’t well written. But Twilight still rewired a generation—and Robyn Flynn was one of them. This episode marks 20 years since Twilight hit shelves and sparked something massive, especially for teen girls who finally had a fandom of their own. Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Robyn break down how a cringey vampire romance became a cultural juggernaut&md...

Imagine buying meat from a cloned animal—and not knowing it. No label. No warning. No choice. That’s what’s on the table, says food policy expert Dr. Sylvain Charlebois. He explains how cloned animals and their offspring are being quietly cleared for Canada’s food supply. It’s not about whether it’s safe—it’s about whether consumers deserve to know....

What if creativity could help make sense of life’s messiest questions? Brandon Boyd—yes, the voice of Incubus—shows how it does. With a new art show in Toronto and fresh music ahead, he opens up about finding freedom outside the band spotlight. This isn’t about career moves—it’s about how to keep evolving when everything tells you to stay put. He talks about fea...

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 evolutio...

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 Mich...

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...

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’...

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 segment...

How Christmas Trees and Political Strategy Collide in Canada Lindsay 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...

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 hig...

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 ho...

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...

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 couple...

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 wh...

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 &m...

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 nati...

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 arm...

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...