What makes a film festival unforgettable? Ben Harrison joins Shane Hewitt to break down TIFF, where he saw 20 films ranging from crowd-pleasing comedies to award-season heavyweights.

Ben highlights Roof Man starring Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst as a festival standout and picks Nirvana the Band the Show: The Movie as his favorite for its humor and inventive style. Beyond the films themselves, they celebrate the festival’s communal spirit, the magic of theaters, and the lively debates that follow screenings.

In the end, Ben admits he’d pick TIFF over the Blue Jays, underlining just how vital shared cinematic experiences remain.

Originally aired on 2025-09-15

What makes a film festival unforgettable? Ben Harrison joins Shane Hewitt to break down TIFF, where he saw 20 films ranging from crowd-pleasing comedies to award-season heavyweights.
Ben highlights Roof Man starring Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst as a festival standout and picks Nirvana the Band the Show: The Movie as his favorite for its humor and inventive style. Beyond the films themselves, they celebrate the festival&rsquo;s communal spirit, the magic of theaters, and the lively debates that follow screenings.
In the end, Ben admits he&rsquo;d pick TIFF over the Blue Jays, underlining just how vital shared cinematic experiences remain.
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-09-15

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.

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