The Alberta separation referendum arrives in just over a month, and broadcaster Rob Breakenridge lays out what a new university report says it would actually cost, so you know the real numbers before the vote.

Behind the scenes, a leaked story about Canada chasing a closer relationship with the European Union set off a strange chain of events, and it wasn't Ottawa that ended up in Donald Trump's crosshairs this time.

The conversation also gets into why a Conservative stronghold in Calgary just flipped, and why the ripple effects of any Alberta split would reach much further than most of the country realizes.

Topics: Alberta separation referendum, Canada EU membership, Donald Trump, Calgary byelection, Rob Breakenridge

GUEST: Rob Breakenridge | http://robbreakenridge.ca | @‌robbreakenridge

Originally aired on 2026-09-17

The Alberta separation referendum arrives in just over a month, and broadcaster Rob Breakenridge lays out what a new university report says it would actually cost, so you know the real numbers before the vote.
Behind the scenes, a leaked story about Canada chasing a closer relationship with the European Union set off a strange chain of events, and it wasn't Ottawa that ended up in Donald Trump's crosshairs this time.
The conversation also gets into why a Conservative stronghold in Calgary just flipped, and why the ripple effects of any Alberta split would reach much further than most of the country realizes.
Topics: Alberta separation referendum, Canada EU membership, Donald Trump, Calgary byelection, Rob Breakenridge
GUEST: Rob Breakenridge |<a href="http://robbreakenridge.ca"> http://robbreakenridge.ca</a> | @&zwnj;robbreakenridge
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-09-17

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 - University Report Just Priced Out Alberta Leaving Canada

Pumpkin spice coffee turns thirty four this year, and Dr. Sylvain Charlebois reveals it was never supposed to exist in the first place. It started as a marketing mistake at Starbucks, and sales have dropped five to ten percent since peaking in 2023.

One major fast food chain has just stepped back from pumpkin spice on its fall menu after ten years of serving it. Sylvain breaks down what that decision signals for the entire coffee industry and the flavour combinations companies are testing to fill the gap.

Meanwhile, a different drink category is climbing fast, and it is not what you would expect to be gaining ground. Sylvain shares the sales numbers behind it and the surprising product it now ranks just behind.

Topics: pumpkin spice, McDonald's, non-alcoholic beer, food trends, fall flavours

GUEST: Sylvain Charlebois | @‌foodprofessor

Originally aired on 2026-09-17

Pumpkin spice coffee turns thirty four this year, and Dr. Sylvain Charlebois reveals it was never supposed to exist in the first place. It started as a marketing mistake at Starbucks, and sales have dropped five to ten percent since peaking in 2023.
One major fast food chain has just stepped back from pumpkin spice on its fall menu after ten years of serving it. Sylvain breaks down what that decision signals for the entire coffee industry and the flavour combinations companies are testing to fill the gap.
Meanwhile, a different drink category is climbing fast, and it is not what you would expect to be gaining ground. Sylvain shares the sales numbers behind it and the surprising product it now ranks just behind.
Topics: pumpkin spice, McDonald's, non-alcoholic beer, food trends, fall flavours
GUEST: Sylvain Charlebois | @&zwnj;foodprofessor
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-09-17

NEW - The Fast Food Giant Quietly Dumping Pumpkin Spice

Mercury is shriveling up like a grape in the sun, a raisin! Dr. Sam breaks down why this is happening. 

GUEST: Dr. Samantha Yammine, PhD is a Neuroscientist turned Science Communicator better known as Science Sam 

Originally aired on 2026-09-17

Mercury is shriveling up like a grape in the sun, a raisin! Dr. Sam breaks down why this is happening.&nbsp;
GUEST: Dr. Samantha Yammine, PhD is a Neuroscientist turned Science Communicator better known as<a href="http://instagram.com/science.sam"> Science Sam</a>&nbsp;
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-09-17

SHIFTHEADS - This Planet May Be Shrinking Faster Than Scientists Expected

A friend hands over a card. Ten tapes, practically free, just don't bother cancelling and nobody comes looking. That was the pitch, and millions of people took it without asking the one question that actually mattered.

The company built an entire model on nobody asking that question, right up until a recent headline claimed it was finally done for good. It wasn't. The story behind why gets stranger the deeper it goes.

One of those orders, years ago, came back as the wrong version of the tape entirely, no explanation given at the time. The answer turns out to trace straight back to the same unasked question everyone else skipped too.

Topics: Columbia House, record stores, 1979 throwback, Moonraker, music nostalgia

Originally aired on 2026-09-17

A friend hands over a card. Ten tapes, practically free, just don't bother cancelling and nobody comes looking. That was the pitch, and millions of people took it without asking the one question that actually mattered.
The company built an entire model on nobody asking that question, right up until a recent headline claimed it was finally done for good. It wasn't. The story behind why gets stranger the deeper it goes.
One of those orders, years ago, came back as the wrong version of the tape entirely, no explanation given at the time. The answer turns out to trace straight back to the same unasked question everyone else skipped too.
Topics: Columbia House, record stores, 1979 throwback, Moonraker, music nostalgia
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-09-17

Shiftheads - University Report Just Priced Out Alberta Leaving Canada

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