Last Call: Shane Hewitt catches up with film critic Richard Crouse for a wide-ranging look at the entertainment world. They talk TIFF highs and lows, including the grind of festival days and the buzz around The Roses, a Benedict Cumberbatch–Olivia Colman drama drawing criticism for its handling of food allergies. The conversation revisits Charlie Sheen’s infamous past as Richard previews a new documentary about his turbulent rise and fall, reflecting on how media amplified the chaos. They also highlight how social media is reshaping careers, spotlighting Veronica Slawikowska’s leap to Saturday Night Live. To close, Richard teases a playful segment on pairing movies with drinks.

Booze And Reviews: Shane Hewitt and Richard Crouse mix movies with cocktails in the debut of Booze and Reviews. Richard reviews the remake of The Toxic Avenger, celebrating its quirky nods to the cult original, while Shane shares his discovery of Empress 1908 gin and its striking violet pour. The conversation drifts back to 1984, when drinks like the Long Island Iced Tea and Piña Colada were at their peak, blending pop culture, nostalgia, and mixology. Along the way, they raise a toast to classics like the B-52—born right here in Canada.

Originally aired on 2025-09-04

Last Call: Shane Hewitt catches up with film critic Richard Crouse for a wide-ranging look at the entertainment world. They talk TIFF highs and lows, including the grind of festival days and the buzz around The Roses, a Benedict Cumberbatch&ndash;Olivia Colman drama drawing criticism for its handling of food allergies. The conversation revisits Charlie Sheen&rsquo;s infamous past as Richard previews a new documentary about his turbulent rise and fall, reflecting on how media amplified the chaos. They also highlight how social media is reshaping careers, spotlighting Veronica Slawikowska&rsquo;s leap to Saturday Night Live. To close, Richard teases a playful segment on pairing movies with drinks.
Booze And Reviews: Shane Hewitt and Richard Crouse mix movies with cocktails in the debut of Booze and Reviews. Richard reviews the remake of The Toxic Avenger, celebrating its quirky nods to the cult original, while Shane shares his discovery of Empress 1908 gin and its striking violet pour. The conversation drifts back to 1984, when drinks like the Long Island Iced Tea and Pi&ntilde;a Colada were at their peak, blending pop culture, nostalgia, and mixology. Along the way, they raise a toast to classics like the B-52&mdash;born right here in Canada.
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.