Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift – Details, episodes & analysis

What language would you love to learn? Shane Hewitt welcomes Ryan O’Donnell, Noah Scanga, and Tony Tedesco for a lighthearted conversation about the challenges—and fun—of picking up new languages. From Noah’s interest in learning computer code, to Ryan’s goal of speaking Spanish, to Tony’s use of Babbel ahead of a trip to France (with his Italian already in the bag), the group shares personal stories, tools, and tips for making language learning part of everyday life. Shane also talks about his own experience with the Promova app and learning French, sparking a broader conversation about how language connects us to culture, travel, and each other.

Guests: Ryan O’Donnell, Noah Scanga, Tony Tedesco

Originally aired on 2025-08-20

Is the age of free speech online coming to an end? Shane Hewitt talks with Greg Fish, author of The Cyberpunk Survival Guide, about the growing wave of government-led web censorship in the name of “safety.” They explore why governments now believe they can finally rein in the internet, the risks this poses to open discourse, and what it means for everyday users trying to navigate an increasingly controlled digital world. Greg explains the history, the tactics, and the future implications of these efforts, offering insights on how individuals can prepare for a less open online landscape.

Guest: Greg Fish — cyberpunksurvivalguide.com @_neutronfish

Originally aired on 2025-08-20

Shane Hewitt is joined by Lindsay Broadhead and Jamie Ellerton for a wide-ranging conversation that blends politics, personal gripes, and tech news. Jamie returns from his summer off with a good news story before the panel dives into full “Karen mode,” venting frustrations about delivery bikes, bad drivers, and the agony of poor customer support. They also unpack Apple’s expansion of repair programs into Canada—asking whether this is true progress for right-to-repair or just smart PR—and analyze Pierre Poilievre’s byelection win with more than 80% of the vote, debating whether it signals real momentum or simply the outcome of a safe seat.

Guests: Lindsay Broadhead — broadheadcomms.ca | Jamie Ellerton — conaptus.com

Originally aired on 2025-08-19

Immigration lawyer Max Chaudhary joins Shane Hewitt to discuss the challenges faced by families in Canada's Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Program. They delve into the emotional toll of prolonged wait times and the program's impact on family reunification.

Originally aired on 2025-07-28

Candy Ho, Assistant Professor and Researcher at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) and Board Member of CERIC, joins Shane Hewitt & The Nightshift to unpack the rising trend of sabbaticals and career breaks. As conversations around burnout, work-life balance, and career re-evaluation grow louder, Candy shares practical advice on how to plan a sabbatical without sabotaging your finances or career trajectory. Whether you're craving rest, reinvention, or adventure, this conversation is your guide to pressing pause—smartly.

Originally aired on 2025-07-25

This week’s Friday Round Up dives into the headlines and hot topics shaping the nation and beyond, hosted by Shane Hewitt with panelists Jon Liedtke and Andrew Caddell. From personal choices like wearing deodorant when home alone, to weighty national discussions about trade deals, consent education for young men, and misleading food labeling—nothing is off-limits. The panel also reflects on Hulk Hogan’s complex legacy, the future of sabbaticals in modern work culture, and what Canada should do when the branding on your groceries doesn’t match the country of origin. And yes—they even make their Blue Jays vs. Tigers weekend picks.

Originally aired on 2025-07-25

Steve Stebbing returns to The Nightshift with Shane Hewitt for a fresh edition of What the Heck Should I Watch? This week’s picks include a blockbuster Marvel reboot, a twisted romantic getaway, and a moving doc on Marlee Matlin. On the streaming side, he breaks down the surprise return of Happy Gilmore, a powerful historical drama Washington Black, and the always-outrageous South Park Season 27. From multiverse action to animated mayhem, there's something for every screen this weekend.

Originally aired on 2025-07-25

Mohit Rajhans from Thinkstart.ca  joins Shane Hewitt on The Nightshift to unpack two jaw-dropping stories at the intersection of youth, tech, and creativity. First: Gen Z is turning doom scrolling into dollars, making cash by selling their personal data to platforms like Invisible Universe. Then: in Hollywood, the rise of AI script doctors is putting the future of storytelling—and the concept of authorship itself—at risk. From digital clones to disappearing credits, this segment explores how tech is reshaping who profits from attention and who gets erased from creation.

Originally aired on 2025-07-25

Dating expert and columnist Jen Kirsch joins Shane Hewitt for Date Night on The Nightshift—just as a new nationwide study from MUCHO explores how Canadians are embracing the beautifully chaotic side of modern love. Co-curated by Jen, this study reveals how today’s daters are skipping the games and leaning into their messy, unfiltered selves—whether it’s sending that second (or fifth) text, or ditching the “rules” during a lunch date with someone new. In a season defined by undefined relationships, Jen shares why vulnerability and being “unprecious” might be the most authentic—and attractive—dating trend of 2025. 📊 Read the study

Employment lawyer Daniel Lublin, Founding Partner at Whitten & Lublin, joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the viral Coldplay Kiss Cam moment that cost Astronomer CEO Andy Byron his job. Filmed kissing his Head of HR at a concert, the now-infamous clip sparked an internal investigation, a PR crisis, and a swift resignation—raising serious questions about workplace relationships, ethics, and off-duty conduct.

Originally aired on 2025-07-25

Spanning the entire world, Inside Copy, Shane Hewitt and Ryan O'Donnell share humorous anecdotes and quirky news stories. They discuss the pain of stepping on glass, a Canadian woman breaking records on a penny farthing bike, and a community's struggle with a squirrel infestation. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with laughter, showcasing the absurdities of everyday life.

Originally aired on 2025-07-25