Once, live music was magic. Now it’s a luxury… a candid breakdown of what’s gone wrong with concerts—from inflated ticket prices to declining merch quality.

Ryan shares his father’s $12 Pink Floyd memory, setting up a stark contrast with today’s sky-high costs like $1,100 Rush seats. They confront the market forces, the Ticketmaster effect, and why so many are skipping the big shows for smaller venues.

It’s more than nostalgia—it’s a reality check on how financial pressure is reshaping culture, capped by a shift into the hidden costs of homeownership.

Originally aired on 2025-11-03

Once, live music was magic. Now it&rsquo;s a luxury&hellip; a candid breakdown of what&rsquo;s gone wrong with concerts&mdash;from inflated ticket prices to declining merch quality.
Ryan shares his father&rsquo;s $12 Pink Floyd memory, setting up a stark contrast with today&rsquo;s sky-high costs like $1,100 Rush seats. They confront the market forces, the Ticketmaster effect, and why so many are skipping the big shows for smaller venues.
It&rsquo;s more than nostalgia&mdash;it&rsquo;s a reality check on how financial pressure is reshaping culture, capped by a shift into the hidden costs of homeownership.
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-11-03

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.

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