What does it take to paddleboard around Vancouver Island? For Paul Verchere, it was a mix of grit, patience, and inspiration drawn from Terry Fox.

In conversation with Shane Hewitt, Paul recounts his 36-day, 1,300-kilometer journey after recovering from a severe ankle injury and transplant. He shares how he prepared to carry all his gear on a racing paddleboard, the dangers of Cape Scott, and the lessons learned from massive waves and long days on the water.

The story reveals how focusing on small steps can turn an impossible goal into an extraordinary achievement.

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 @mountainmanyoga
Paul Verchere

Originally aired on 2025-09-16

What does it take to paddleboard around Vancouver Island? For Paul Verchere, it was a mix of grit, patience, and inspiration drawn from Terry Fox.
In conversation with Shane Hewitt, Paul recounts his 36-day, 1,300-kilometer journey after recovering from a severe ankle injury and transplant. He shares how he prepared to carry all his gear on a racing paddleboard, the dangers of Cape Scott, and the lessons learned from massive waves and long days on the water.
The story reveals how focusing on small steps can turn an impossible goal into an extraordinary achievement.
GUEST @mountainmanyoga Paul Verchere
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-09-16

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.