Shane Hewitt & The Nightshift, Shane teams up with cybersecurity expert Ritesh Kotak to dig into the shady world of free VPNs—and why some have been pulled from app stores for spying on users.

They break down:
🔐 How free VPNs can actually track your data instead of protecting it
📱 Why Apple and Google are cracking down
🕵️‍♂️ What to look for in a safe, reliable VPN
💡 And how to take control of your digital privacy before it's too late

If you're using a "free" VPN, this episode might just change how you think about online security.

Tune in, protect your data, and don’t get fooled by a false sense of privacy.

Tech Life with Kris Abel who joins the Nightshift and analyzes the week's biggest technology stories .  In Silicon Valley (Palo Alto, California), a series of public crosswalks have been hacked so that when you press the pedestrian call button it instead plays a recording of an AI-generated fake Elon Musk or fake Mark Zuckerberg voice delivering a mocking monologue. Later, Kris tells Shane about a wildly popular Kickstarter that has started for a “tiny robot” cat🐱 that can cool down your hot food and drinks. The $35 cat figure called Nekojita FuFu clings to the rim of a cup or bowl and then blows air to push away the rising heat from your food.

Originally aired on 2025-04-16

Shane Hewitt &amp; The Nightshift, Shane teams up with cybersecurity expert Ritesh Kotak to dig into the shady world of free VPNs&mdash;and why some have been pulled from app stores for spying on users.
They break down: 🔐 How free VPNs can actually track your data instead of protecting it 📱 Why Apple and Google are cracking down 🕵️&zwj;♂️ What to look for in a safe, reliable VPN 💡 And how to take control of your digital privacy before it's too late
If you're using a "free" VPN, this episode might just change how you think about online security.
Tune in, protect your data, and don&rsquo;t get fooled by a false sense of privacy.
Tech Life with Kris Abel who joins the Nightshift and analyzes the week's biggest technology stories .&nbsp; In Silicon Valley (Palo Alto, California), a series of public crosswalks have been hacked so that when you press the pedestrian call button it instead plays a recording of an AI-generated fake Elon Musk or fake Mark Zuckerberg voice delivering a mocking monologue. Later, Kris tells Shane about a wildly popular Kickstarter that has started for a &ldquo;tiny robot&rdquo; cat🐱 that can cool down your hot food and drinks. The $35 cat figure called Nekojita FuFu clings to the rim of a cup or bowl and then blows air to push away the rising heat from your food.
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-04-16

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.

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