Shane Hewitt sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, widely known as The Food Professor, to unpack the complexities of Canada’s food and employment landscape. They explore how the agricultural and restaurant industries depend on foreign workers, the political stakes of employment policies, and the growing challenges for young people entering the job market. The conversation also takes a turn into politics and culture, with reflections on Crown Royal’s recent controversy and what it reveals about Canadian unity. From food security to national identity, this episode looks at how political decisions ripple into everyday life.

Guest: Dr. Sylvain Charlebois — @‌foodprofessor

Originally aired on 2025-09-04

Shane Hewitt sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, widely known as The Food Professor, to unpack the complexities of Canada&rsquo;s food and employment landscape. They explore how the agricultural and restaurant industries depend on foreign workers, the political stakes of employment policies, and the growing challenges for young people entering the job market. The conversation also takes a turn into politics and culture, with reflections on Crown Royal&rsquo;s recent controversy and what it reveals about Canadian unity. From food security to national identity, this episode looks at how political decisions ripple into everyday life.
Guest: Dr. Sylvain Charlebois &mdash; @&zwnj;foodprofessor
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-09-04

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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