Celebrity Feuds Expose Entertainment's Power Problem
Celebrity feuds reveal who has protection and who doesn't. You're an acclaimed actor. A legendary director calls your Oscar-nominated work "weak sauce" on a public podcast. You can defend yourself and look petty, or you can wait and see if anyone defends you. The gap between those two options measures your industry capital.

Paul Dano chose silence after Tarantino's attack. The response came from elsewhere: directors who worked with him called it "an embarrassment. Industry support creates the safety net individual actors can't build alone. The collective response to Tarantino's comments established a new line. When power attacks publicly, the counter-response now happens immediately.

Topics: celebrity feuds, Hollywood power dynamics, Quentin Tarantino, streaming royalties, entertainment industry

Booze & Reviews: Desert Island Movies Meet Office Politics in Send Help
Desert island movies strip away everything except survival instinct. You help everyone at work with their projects. They promise you'll get rewarded. The promotion goes to Bradley, the founder's son who cares more about golf than business. You're stuck on a trip to Thailand with him because you're the only one who can close the deal. The plane goes down. Bradley has zero survival skills. You've watched every season of Survivor. The tables turn instantly.

The cocktails for this viewing: Desert Island (Malibu and Coke) and Gilligan's Island (coconut vodka, peach schnapps, OJ, cranberry).

Topics: desert island movies, survival thrillers, Send Help, workplace power, Rachel McAdams films

GUEST: Richard Crouse | http://richardcrouse.ca

Originally aired on 2026-01-29

Celebrity Feuds Expose Entertainment's Power Problem Celebrity feuds reveal who has protection and who doesn't. You're an acclaimed actor. A legendary director calls your Oscar-nominated work "weak sauce" on a public podcast. You can defend yourself and look petty, or you can wait and see if anyone defends you. The gap between those two options measures your industry capital.
Paul Dano chose silence after Tarantino's attack. The response came from elsewhere: directors who worked with him called it "an embarrassment. Industry support creates the safety net individual actors can't build alone. The collective response to Tarantino's comments established a new line. When power attacks publicly, the counter-response now happens immediately.
Topics: celebrity feuds, Hollywood power dynamics, Quentin Tarantino, streaming royalties, entertainment industry
Booze &amp; Reviews: Desert Island Movies Meet Office Politics in Send Help Desert island movies strip away everything except survival instinct. You help everyone at work with their projects. They promise you'll get rewarded. The promotion goes to Bradley, the founder's son who cares more about golf than business. You're stuck on a trip to Thailand with him because you're the only one who can close the deal. The plane goes down. Bradley has zero survival skills. You've watched every season of Survivor. The tables turn instantly.
The cocktails for this viewing: Desert Island (Malibu and Coke) and Gilligan's Island (coconut vodka, peach schnapps, OJ, cranberry).
Topics: desert island movies, survival thrillers, Send Help, workplace power, Rachel McAdams films
GUEST: Richard Crouse |<a href="http://richardcrouse.ca"> http://richardcrouse.ca</a>
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-01-29

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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

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.