Part 1 Dog Wins Acting Award Over Ethan Hawke and It’s a Good Thing
Dog wins acting award, beating Ethan Hawke, Alison Brie, and Sally Hawkins in a major category. Indy the dog starred in a horror film shot entirely from canine eye level, took three years to make, and just became the first non-human to win Best Performance in Horror or Thriller at the Asta Awards.

Discover why award shows now compete with dogs for attention, what luxury resort locations reveal about streaming economics, and how David Bowie's will funded a village car park memorial 10,000 pounds after his death.

Part 2 Booze and Reviews: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Finds Humanity in Zombies
28 Years Later sequel lands with Ray Fiennes treating an infected zombie like a patient who deserves empathy. The fourth film in the rage virus series splits between a gang dressed as Jimmy Saville committing atrocities and a doctor searching for humanity inside the infected.

Discover why the series evolved from zombie horror into pandemic allegory, how Ray Fiennes anchors a film about survival without losing compassion, and what Alex Garland understands about making sequels that matter two decades later.

GUEST: Richard Crouse |http://richardcrouse.ca

Originally aired on 2026-01-15

Part 1 Dog Wins Acting Award Over Ethan Hawke and It&rsquo;s a Good Thing Dog wins acting award, beating Ethan Hawke, Alison Brie, and Sally Hawkins in a major category. Indy the dog starred in a horror film shot entirely from canine eye level, took three years to make, and just became the first non-human to win Best Performance in Horror or Thriller at the Asta Awards.
Discover why award shows now compete with dogs for attention, what luxury resort locations reveal about streaming economics, and how David Bowie's will funded a village car park memorial 10,000 pounds after his death.
Part 2 Booze and Reviews: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Finds Humanity in Zombies 28 Years Later sequel lands with Ray Fiennes treating an infected zombie like a patient who deserves empathy. The fourth film in the rage virus series splits between a gang dressed as Jimmy Saville committing atrocities and a doctor searching for humanity inside the infected.
Discover why the series evolved from zombie horror into pandemic allegory, how Ray Fiennes anchors a film about survival without losing compassion, and what Alex Garland understands about making sequels that matter two decades later.
GUEST: Richard Crouse |<a href="http://richardcrouse.ca"> http://richardcrouse.ca</a>
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-01-15

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.

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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.