After Black Friday’s frenzy and Cyber Monday’s chaos, Giving Tuesday hits differently — especially when 2.2 million Canadians are turning to food banks each month. Kirsten Beardsley joins Shane Hewitt for a raw, human conversation about what’s changed and why food insecurity is no longer someone else’s problem.

From skipped meals to freezer economics, this episode confronts how the cost of living is reshaping everyday decisions. Beardsley explains how food banks stretch every dollar, the toll on families and seniors, and how “quiet hunger” is holding Canada back. Discover what’s possible when we stop treating food as charity — and start treating it as foundational.

GUEST:
Kirsten Beardsley
http://foodbankscanada.ca

Originally aired on 2025-12-01

After Black Friday&rsquo;s frenzy and Cyber Monday&rsquo;s chaos, Giving Tuesday hits differently &mdash; especially when 2.2 million Canadians are turning to food banks each month. Kirsten Beardsley joins Shane Hewitt for a raw, human conversation about what&rsquo;s changed and why food insecurity is no longer someone else&rsquo;s problem.
From skipped meals to freezer economics, this episode confronts how the cost of living is reshaping everyday decisions. Beardsley explains how food banks stretch every dollar, the toll on families and seniors, and how &ldquo;quiet hunger&rdquo; is holding Canada back. Discover what&rsquo;s possible when we stop treating food as charity &mdash; and start treating it as foundational.
GUEST: Kirsten Beardsley <a href="http://foodbankscanada.ca">http://foodbankscanada.ca</a>
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-12-01

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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