Guitars can change lives — and not just for kids. Andrew Allen shares how music became his outlet, his anchor, and now his message.

This episode travels from basement band practices to public stages, where Andrew now blends performance and purpose. He opens up about giving kids space to explore, finding creative flow, and stepping into a deeper calling as a speaker and storyteller. Expect real talk about what it means to grow up as a creator, how to stay open to inspiration, and how a Stoic reminder about mortality reframed his whole mindset. It’s part reflection, part roadmap — and all heart.

GUEST:
Andrew Allen
http://andrewallenlive.com

Originally aired on2025-12-22

Guitars can change lives &mdash; and not just for kids. Andrew Allen shares how music became his outlet, his anchor, and now his message.
This episode travels from basement band practices to public stages, where Andrew now blends performance and purpose. He opens up about giving kids space to explore, finding creative flow, and stepping into a deeper calling as a speaker and storyteller. Expect real talk about what it means to grow up as a creator, how to stay open to inspiration, and how a Stoic reminder about mortality reframed his whole mindset. It&rsquo;s part reflection, part roadmap &mdash; and all heart.
GUEST: Andrew Allen <a href="http://andrewallenlive.com">http://andrewallenlive.com</a>
Originally aired on 2025-12-22

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 - The Unexpected Power of Music for Kids (and Adults)

What do old appliance boxes, family traditions, and name spellings have in common? In Handy Andy Baryer’s world, they all collide hilariously at Christmas.

From wrapping gifts in rice cooker packaging to explaining why “Baryer” is spelled that way, Andy shares how growing up in a culturally diverse household brings unexpected flavor to the holidays. Shane and Andy trade laughs and light-hearted stories about family quirks, immigrant parenting, and the beauty of blended traditions. It’s a warm, funny, and relatable reminder that the weird stuff is usually what makes the season meaningful.

GUEST:
 Handy Andy Baryer
@handyandymedia
handyandymedia.com

Originally aired on2025-12-22

What do old appliance boxes, family traditions, and name spellings have in common? In Handy Andy Baryer&rsquo;s world, they all collide hilariously at Christmas.
From wrapping gifts in rice cooker packaging to explaining why &ldquo;Baryer&rdquo; is spelled that way, Andy shares how growing up in a culturally diverse household brings unexpected flavor to the holidays. Shane and Andy trade laughs and light-hearted stories about family quirks, immigrant parenting, and the beauty of blended traditions. It&rsquo;s a warm, funny, and relatable reminder that the weird stuff is usually what makes the season meaningful.
GUEST: Handy Andy Baryer @handyandymedia handyandymedia.com
Originally aired on 2025-12-22

NEW - Cardboard, Culture, and Christmas Chaos with Handy Andy

Kids don’t send letters to the North Pole anymore — they update Google Docs. Ryan and Shane unpack how Christmas lists, gift wrapping, and holiday deception have gone fully digital.
This episode compares old-school wish lists to today’s real-time, shareable spreadsheets, and explores how packaging games have evolved too. From using recycled boxes to hide high-tech gifts, to deliberately faking the weight of a package, the duo gets into the fun (and frustration) of modern Christmas gifting. It’s a light, relatable, and funny look at how traditions keep changing — and why that’s not such a bad thing.
Ryan and Shane compare old and new holiday traditions — from cloud-based Christmas lists to box tricks meant to outsmart curious kids.
Originally aired on 2025-12-22

Kids don&rsquo;t send letters to the North Pole anymore &mdash; they update Google Docs. Ryan and Shane unpack how Christmas lists, gift wrapping, and holiday deception have gone fully digital. This episode compares old-school wish lists to today&rsquo;s real-time, shareable spreadsheets, and explores how packaging games have evolved too. From using recycled boxes to hide high-tech gifts, to deliberately faking the weight of a package, the duo gets into the fun (and frustration) of modern Christmas gifting. It&rsquo;s a light, relatable, and funny look at how traditions keep changing &mdash; and why that&rsquo;s not such a bad thing. Ryan and Shane compare old and new holiday traditions &mdash; from cloud-based Christmas lists to box tricks meant to outsmart curious kids. Originally aired on 2025-12-22

The Cloud-Based Christmas Wish List Is Here

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

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