Board games don’t just bring families together — sometimes, they build something brand new. Teen creators Adam and Kiara Palma share the story behind American Dictator, a game that started as a cottage idea and evolved into a thoughtful, funny take on politics and human nature.

In conversation with Shane Hewitt, they explain how creativity, curiosity, and a love of family game nights led to 3D-printed prototypes, community feedback, and an unexpected entrepreneurial journey. It’s a story about play, perspective, and the kind of family project that sticks.

GUEST:
 Adam and Kiara Palma
e-upgames.com

Originally aired on 2025-10-21

Board games don&rsquo;t just bring families together &mdash; sometimes, they build something brand new. Teen creators Adam and Kiara Palma share the story behind American Dictator, a game that started as a cottage idea and evolved into a thoughtful, funny take on politics and human nature.
In conversation with Shane Hewitt, they explain how creativity, curiosity, and a love of family game nights led to 3D-printed prototypes, community feedback, and an unexpected entrepreneurial journey. It&rsquo;s a story about play, perspective, and the kind of family project that sticks.
GUEST: Adam and Kiara Palma e-upgames.com
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-10-21

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.

Shiftheads - How Two Teens Turned Family Game Night into a Business

Ever wondered how much it really costs to sell a $100 hoodie? Joe Cote from Merchant Growth pulls back the curtain on the true economics of small business retail — and why the holidays may no longer be enough to keep them afloat.

From packaging and rent to payroll and marketing, Joe breaks down how tight margins, Amazon’s buying power, and consumer delay are hitting independent shops hard. Shane and Joe also spotlight what big retailers can afford that small ones can’t — and why that gap is widening.

This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who wants their main street to survive into 2026.

GUEST:
Joe Cote
linkedin.com/in/cote-joel

Originally aired on 2025-12-19

Ever wondered how much it really costs to sell a $100 hoodie? Joe Cote from Merchant Growth pulls back the curtain on the true economics of small business retail &mdash; and why the holidays may no longer be enough to keep them afloat.
From packaging and rent to payroll and marketing, Joe breaks down how tight margins, Amazon&rsquo;s buying power, and consumer delay are hitting independent shops hard. Shane and Joe also spotlight what big retailers can afford that small ones can&rsquo;t &mdash; and why that gap is widening.
This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who wants their main street to survive into 2026.
GUEST: Joe Cote <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/cote-joel">linkedin.com/in/cote-joel</a>
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-12-19

NEW - That Hoodie Costs $100 — But Here’s the Real Math

Looking for something better than background noise this holiday season? Steve Stebbing delivers the ultimate watchlist with Shane Hewitt — including The Holdovers, Avatar: Fire and Ash, and essential Christmas episodes from the streaming vault.

They revisit the mayhem of Gremlins, critique overplayed songs, and settle in for the annual Die Hard debate. Whether it’s family-friendly or full-blown chaos, this episode filters out the fluff and puts the real holiday gems front and center.

GUEST:
 Steve Stebbing
stevestebbing.ca

In this festive roundup, Steve Stebbing reviews big holiday movies, shares his favorite TV Christmas episodes, and revisits the twisted joy of Gremlins.

Originally aired on 2025-12-19

Looking for something better than background noise this holiday season? Steve Stebbing delivers the ultimate watchlist with Shane Hewitt &mdash; including The Holdovers, Avatar: Fire and Ash, and essential Christmas episodes from the streaming vault.
They revisit the mayhem of Gremlins, critique overplayed songs, and settle in for the annual Die Hard debate. Whether it&rsquo;s family-friendly or full-blown chaos, this episode filters out the fluff and puts the real holiday gems front and center.
GUEST: Steve Stebbing <a href="http://stevestebbing.ca">stevestebbing.ca</a>
In this festive roundup, Steve Stebbing reviews big holiday movies, shares his favorite TV Christmas episodes, and revisits the twisted joy of Gremlins.
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-12-19

NEW-  What the Hell Should You Watch This Christmas? Movies, Gremlins & Streaming Picks

Dragging through your days? Snapping at nothing? Feeling like even a nap won’t fix it? Shane and Ryan unpack the sneaky signs of holiday burnout and why it shows up even when everything’s “supposed” to be joyful.


From resentment and brain fog to craving silence over socializing, they get real about how stress quietly builds through the season — and what actually helps. This isn’t about spa days or productivity hacks. It’s about self-awareness, slowing down, and recognizing when you're running on fumes.
A grounded, honest check-in for anyone who feels off but can’t name why.


Originally aired on 2025-12-19

Dragging through your days? Snapping at nothing? Feeling like even a nap won&rsquo;t fix it? Shane and Ryan unpack the sneaky signs of holiday burnout and why it shows up even when everything&rsquo;s &ldquo;supposed&rdquo; to be joyful.
 From resentment and brain fog to craving silence over socializing, they get real about how stress quietly builds through the season &mdash; and what actually helps. This isn&rsquo;t about spa days or productivity hacks. It&rsquo;s about self-awareness, slowing down, and recognizing when you're running on fumes. A grounded, honest check-in for anyone who feels off but can&rsquo;t name why.
 Originally aired on 2025-12-19

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