Team Canada Winter Olympics coverage just reframed what gold actually means. You watched the women's hockey team lose the gold medal game and felt something unexpected: genuine pride in a silver. That hasn't been the Canadian reaction before, not in hockey, not at the big events. Something shifted this week.

Canada was projected to win 10 gold medals and won't reach it. McDavid's answer: the margins are razor thin at this level. Meanwhile Marner, who couldn't do anything right as a Leaf according to the Don Valley Parkway crowd, showed up for Team Canada and started delivering exactly what Toronto always asked of him. And Crosby isn't ruled out for Sunday's gold medal game against the United States. West coast listeners, your alarm is set for 5am.

Shane and Ryan are also asking whether Canada needs to reinvest in sport at a national level or whether the rest of the world simply caught up. That question lands differently right before the gold medal game. Friday night in Canada, hockey matters, and the conversation is worth having.

Topics: Team Canada Winter Olympics, Canada medal count, women's hockey silver, Sidney Crosby gold medal game, Mitch Marner Team Canada

Originally aired on 2026-02-20

Team Canada Winter Olympics coverage just reframed what gold actually means. You watched the women's hockey team lose the gold medal game and felt something unexpected: genuine pride in a silver. That hasn't been the Canadian reaction before, not in hockey, not at the big events. Something shifted this week.
Canada was projected to win 10 gold medals and won't reach it. McDavid's answer: the margins are razor thin at this level. Meanwhile Marner, who couldn't do anything right as a Leaf according to the Don Valley Parkway crowd, showed up for Team Canada and started delivering exactly what Toronto always asked of him. And Crosby isn't ruled out for Sunday's gold medal game against the United States. West coast listeners, your alarm is set for 5am.
Shane and Ryan are also asking whether Canada needs to reinvest in sport at a national level or whether the rest of the world simply caught up. That question lands differently right before the gold medal game. Friday night in Canada, hockey matters, and the conversation is worth having.
Topics: Team Canada Winter Olympics, Canada medal count, women's hockey silver, Sidney Crosby gold medal game, Mitch Marner Team Canada
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-02-20

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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.