A new chapter begins on the show as Shane Hewitt welcomes David Hunter to the team while confirming that Noah remains part of the mix. The conversation moves through the week’s lineup — from Friday’s roundup with Jimmy Zubris to Steve Stebbing’s coverage of the Vancouver International Film Festival. In between, Shane and Ryan O’Donnell share laughs over matching outfits in relationships and revisit childhood memories sparked by Ed Conroy’s book on Toronto kids’ TV. The episode closes with a thoughtful discussion on AI accountability, exploring how better communication and ethical design can make technology more trustworthy.

Originally aired on 2025-10-17

A new chapter begins on the show as Shane Hewitt welcomes David Hunter to the team while confirming that Noah remains part of the mix. The conversation moves through the week&rsquo;s lineup &mdash; from Friday&rsquo;s roundup with Jimmy Zubris to Steve Stebbing&rsquo;s coverage of the Vancouver International Film Festival. In between, Shane and Ryan O&rsquo;Donnell share laughs over matching outfits in relationships and revisit childhood memories sparked by Ed Conroy&rsquo;s book on Toronto kids&rsquo; TV. The episode closes with a thoughtful discussion on AI accountability, exploring how better communication and ethical design can make technology more trustworthy.
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-10-17

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 expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane’s signature style—thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.

If you crave meaningful dialogue, smart perspectives, and late-night radio energy in podcast form, subscribe now and join The Nightshift.

Shane Hewitt &amp; 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&mdash;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 expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane&rsquo;s signature style&mdash;thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.
If you crave meaningful dialogue, smart perspectives, and late-night radio energy in podcast form, subscribe now and join The Nightshift.

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.

New Voices, Nostalgia, and the Future of AI

Windsor has always stood apart — geographically, politically, and emotionally. It’s a city defined by its proximity to Detroit, but even more by the people who live with that complexity every day.

Meg Roberts joins from CKLW to share how 2025’s tariff battles pushed Windsor to the edge, and how the community pushed back. From policy delays to personal stories, this is about more than economics — it’s about how place and pride can carry a city forward.

GUEST:
Meg Roberts
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Windsor has always stood apart &mdash; geographically, politically, and emotionally. It&rsquo;s a city defined by its proximity to Detroit, but even more by the people who live with that complexity every day.
Meg Roberts joins from CKLW to share how 2025&rsquo;s tariff battles pushed Windsor to the edge, and how the community pushed back. From policy delays to personal stories, this is about more than economics &mdash; it&rsquo;s about how place and pride can carry a city forward.
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Does Toronto really see the rest of Canada — or just itself? Jim Richards tackles that question head-on in a conversation that moves from local traffic to national identity.

He breaks down why the rest of the country sees Toronto as disconnected, and whether that perception is fair. Plus: why a family making $250K still can’t buy a home in the city, why the Blue Jays win mattered so much, and what keeps Toronto feeling livable — even when it’s barely moving.

GUEST:
Jim Richards

Does Toronto really see the rest of Canada &mdash; or just itself? Jim Richards tackles that question head-on in a conversation that moves from local traffic to national identity.
He breaks down why the rest of the country sees Toronto as disconnected, and whether that perception is fair. Plus: why a family making $250K still can&rsquo;t buy a home in the city, why the Blue Jays win mattered so much, and what keeps Toronto feeling livable &mdash; even when it&rsquo;s barely moving.
GUEST: Jim Richards

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What happens when a lifelong Ottawan admits he’s never skated the Rideau Canal? Stefan Keyes shares the shock of that confession and helps unpack a wild year in Canada’s capital — one that included viral soccer, public service chaos, and a haunting small-town tragedy.

From the billion-view “icicle kick” to federal job cuts threatening 28,000 workers, Stefan brings both local insight and national perspective. They also dig into the ripple effects of political change, why Ottawa’s economy is on edge, and how one brutal crime redefined a community.

Discover the real impact of the year’s biggest headlines — and why one of them involves a bunny hill in Calgary.

GUEST:
Stefan Keyes
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What happens when a lifelong Ottawan admits he&rsquo;s never skated the Rideau Canal? Stefan Keyes shares the shock of that confession and helps unpack a wild year in Canada&rsquo;s capital &mdash; one that included viral soccer, public service chaos, and a haunting small-town tragedy.
From the billion-view &ldquo;icicle kick&rdquo; to federal job cuts threatening 28,000 workers, Stefan brings both local insight and national perspective. They also dig into the ripple effects of political change, why Ottawa&rsquo;s economy is on edge, and how one brutal crime redefined a community.
Discover the real impact of the year&rsquo;s biggest headlines &mdash; and why one of them involves a bunny hill in Calgary.
GUEST: Stefan Keyes CTV Ottawa

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