Green whistle pain relief became the most searched phrase the moment Ishmael Kone waved from a stretcher mid-exit at the FIFA tournament, and Dr. Mitch Schulman, emergency room physician and chief medical correspondent for CTV, is here to explain exactly what that device is and why a healthy athlete on a soccer pitch is precisely the right person to use it.

Methoxyflurane has been approved in Canada since 2022, works in six to twelve breaths, and lasts up to sixty minutes. Dr. Mitch breaks down why it makes sense on a field where needles and IVs aren't an option, and why most emergency rooms have moved on to better alternatives.

Listener injury texts set the table first: both arms broken at the wrist simultaneously, a chemistry experiment that ended with a palm-sized blister, and a broken clavicle with a silver lining.

Topics: green whistle, methoxyflurane, pain relief Canada, Ishmael Kone injury, emergency medicine

GUEST: Dr. Mitch Schulman

Originally aired on 2026-06-24

Green whistle pain relief became the most searched phrase the moment Ishmael Kone waved from a stretcher mid-exit at the FIFA tournament, and Dr. Mitch Schulman, emergency room physician and chief medical correspondent for CTV, is here to explain exactly what that device is and why a healthy athlete on a soccer pitch is precisely the right person to use it.
Methoxyflurane has been approved in Canada since 2022, works in six to twelve breaths, and lasts up to sixty minutes. Dr. Mitch breaks down why it makes sense on a field where needles and IVs aren't an option, and why most emergency rooms have moved on to better alternatives.
Listener injury texts set the table first: both arms broken at the wrist simultaneously, a chemistry experiment that ended with a palm-sized blister, and a broken clavicle with a silver lining.
Topics: green whistle, methoxyflurane, pain relief Canada, Ishmael Kone injury, emergency medicine
GUEST: Dr. Mitch Schulman
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-06-24

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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

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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.