Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift

Last First planning flips goal setting upside down. Shane walks through his four-step process: start with where you want to end up, strip away all the life circumstances you're using as excuses, ask what has to be true today to get there, then eliminate everything blocking that path. Forward planning leaves room for vague wandering. This forces precision.

Shane uses Noah's five-year goal—running a company—to demonstrate how the method works in real time. Within the conversation, Noah lands on "getting seen" as his word for the year because telling his story becomes the first step. The...

Olympic hockey injury concerns are real when the ice isn't ready. Shane and Matt Cause examine the Italy venue disaster: photos show design problems, ice quality is reportedly terrible, and NHL players could get hurt. Soft ice breaks knees. Too hard ice causes different injuries. This isn't complaining—it's legitimate safety worry.

Matt explains why technology that creates perfect ice in California and Florida somehow can't get it right in Italy. The rink design feels wrong, with some seats far from the ice like a baseball stadium conversion. Teams have announced rosters, but can they pull players if...

What the Hell To Watch: The Stuff Studios Won't Bet On

January movie releases are where studios dump projects they don't trust. Steve Stebbing walks through what's hitting theaters: Primate uses great practical effects to show a rabid chimpanzee attacking its family, but Steve catches the problem—Hawaii has no rabies and chimpanzees are illegal there anyway. The rabid mongoose that bites the chimp shouldn't exist in that location.

Shane and Steve discuss why Greenland 2: Migration won't reach Canadian theaters despite Gerard Butler's January release tradition, forcing audiences to wait for Prime Video. The film fo...

Canadian Oil Dependency: Venezuela Changes Everything

Canadian oil dependency becomes urgent when the US seizes Venezuela's heavy crude until debts get paid. Shane, Stefan Keyes, and Andrew Caddell examine what happens when American refineries process Venezuelan oil for cheap or free instead of buying Canadian supply. The question isn't hypothetical anymore—where does Canadian oil go if refineries are busy with seized product?

The hosts discuss how pipeline conversations shifted in one week. BC voices that opposed pipelines now say "we need to do something now." Stefan notes the desperation showing through: people who championed en...

Salary transparency laws expose the gap between what jobs pay and what you've been accepting. Ontario's new rules require posted salary bands for positions under $200,000, with ranges capped at $50,000. That's a lot of room to leave money on the table if you don't know how to use it.

Shane and Candy Ho track what changes when the numbers are visible. Candy explains how to connect transferable skills to top-of-band pay, why desperation doesn't have to mean settling, and how to reframe being overqualified as a selling point instead of a liability. Shane shares the negotiation tactic that...

January breakup season hits because people reassess everything after the holidays. Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco explain why Google searches for "divorce" spike the first week of January. You survived family gatherings, exchanged gifts, and held your tongue through passive-aggressive comments. Now you're asking whether you're happy or just performing.

Tony says holiday stress reveals what people didn't want to face during December. You laughed at jokes made at your expense. You watched your partner behave differently around family. You're holding resentments you never voiced. Jen warns against reactive decisions based on charged holiday moments—discuss issues wi...

The 80s nostalgia machine started the second the decade ended. Ed Conroy explains: January 1, 1990, Best of the 80s CDs were in stores. Every other decade waits 20 years for its revival. The 50s became cool in the 70s. But the 80s got instant nostalgia and has kept it for 35 years. Why did this decade break every rule?

Shane and Conroy dissect Stranger Things' 10-year run as a symptom of the larger phenomenon. The show didn't create 80s nostalgia it capitalized on a movement that started in 1990 and never stopped. Conroy, a self-described decadeology specialist, points to the decade's...

Best compilation albums of the 90s became the definitive way to discover music. Your friend's car had at least three. Your older sibling's bedroom had a stack of them. But which one actually deserved the throne?

Shane and Ryan compare Much Dance 93 (Bobby Brown, House of Pain, Snap) against Much Music Dance Mix 94 (I Like to Move It, Shoop, Show Me Love) and Big Shiny Tunes II. The conversation reveals movie soundtracks completely dominated the market. The Bodyguard sits at number one worldwide, Saturday Night Fever at number two. The Now series produced over 85 volumes. Every CD...

Panama invasion 1989 ended with Manuel Noriega's surrender in January 1990. Thirty-five years later, Venezuela headlines trigger the same questions. How similar are these moments? What playbook keeps repeating?

Shane and Ryan examine the December 1989 invasion that forced Noriega out. They play audio from George Bush Sr. explaining the intervention and Wendy Mesley's CBC report on Brian Mulroney's Canadian response. The hosts discuss Metallica getting blasted through speakers to push the dictator toward surrender. The conversation includes 1990 context: Toronto homes cost $255,000, Calgary $152,000, weekly groceries ran $180. Political language around military action sounded different then. Innocent people still got c...

The Panama invasion of 1989 didn't end the way anyone expected. Twenty-seven thousand American troops surrounded one dictator hiding in the Vatican embassy. It took weeks of blasting rock music and a military siege to force Manuel Noriega's surrender.

Craig Baird breaks down how the CIA's former asset became America's target, the casualties nobody talks about (23 American soldiers, possibly thousands of Panamanians), and why Canada stood alone as the only nation in the Americas to publicly back the operation. Shane and Craig trace the parallels to Venezuela while examining what made Panama different: from the weeks-long Vatican embassy...

Alberta oil sands and Venezuela produce the same heavy crude. Both export to American refineries. The US just took control of Venezuela's supply. Shane's immediate reaction: Canada became irrelevant. Is he right?

Rob Breakenridge says not yet, but the clock's ticking. Venezuela needs years to reach Alberta's production levels unless America decides to accelerate that timeline with money and expertise. The conversation examines Trump's territorial ambitions: Greenland, Cuba, Colombia, Mexico. Rob contrasts the "peace president" narrative with an expanding list of countries to potentially attack. Shane asks whether Greenland talk distracts from the Venezuela oil play. Rob...

Weird news stories pile up when you're not paying attention. A Toronto sex shop gets a mysterious package back from the US government. Inside: returned products and a letter from officials saying they can't deliver to Bahrain. Specifically, to a military base. The Pentagon declined to comment on the butt plug story.

Shane and Ryan move through more absurdity. A polar bear in Ontario named Canuck celebrated his 16th birthday with a toy car, tropical fruit, and an oversized driver's license he promptly shredded before napping on it. Then there's the 500-pound bear evicted from a California...

Ozempic food industry changes hit Canadian wallets in unexpected ways. Generic weight-loss drugs arrive January 4 at one-third the cost. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois explains why pet food now competes with Ozempic for household budgets.

Seventeen million Canadian households own pets. Pet food prices jumped 30-35% since 2020, creating impossible choices for people on fixed incomes. Charlebois tracks how the protein trend connects to GLP-1 users and why 4,000 restaurants face closure. Shane and the Food Professor explore which food businesses survive when eating becomes optional for millions.

Understand what replaces protein as the next major food trend. Learn...

Mood boosting foods start with one missing ingredient in most diets: leafy greens. Alyssa B says spinach, kale, broccoli, and watercress contain every vitamin and mineral your cells need. When you eat them consistently, something shifts. You stop craving sugar at 4 PM. You sleep better. Stress doesn't hit as hard. Not because you eliminated anything. Because you added what your body was lacking.

Alyssa walks Shane through her nutrition approach, which rejects labeling foods as good or bad. Instead, add serotonin-boosting foods to what you already eat. Throw spinach on your pizza. Add flax, hemp, or chia...

Mickey Rourke GoFundMe: When Celebrity Money Disappears
Mickey Rourke GoFundMe drama reveals how celebrity financial problems happen even to million-dollar actors. Richard Crouse explains the 73-year-old actor owes $60,000 in unpaid rent on a Los Angeles bungalow. His manager launched a GoFundMe without full approval. It raised over $100,000 quickly. Then Rourke said stop, I didn't approve this, I'm not asking for charity. His manager says if Rourke won't take the money, they'll refund everyone. The whole thing is messy and confusing.

Discover why actors making $10 million per movie can still end up broke. Learn how expenses like...

AI influencers are making 46% of social media users uncomfortable, and marketing expert Tony Chapman says that discomfort is justified. Fake fitness ads promise six-packs in 28 days with AI-generated bodies. Seniors are losing money to voice-cloning scams that sound exactly like their grandchildren. The trust collapse isn't just about AI—it's about an advertising system that lets platforms profit from deception.

Shane and Tony break down the shift from macro influencers (Kardashians getting $200K per post) to micro influencers (niche experts building real authority), and why even those models are under threat. They discuss how Instagram's algorithm weaponizes yo...

Canadian Oil Industry Relevance: Why Energy Discounts and Pipeline Delays Threaten Canada's Future

Canadian oil sells at a discount to American buyers, and pipeline delays keep pushing the country further behind. Lindsay Broadhead and Jamie Ellerton debate whether Canada is becoming irrelevant in the global energy market  or if the country's resource wealth still guarantees long-term relevance. Shane argues Canada never refined its own oil, ships heavy crude elsewhere for processing, and now faces competition from Venezuela's similar heavy crude reserves.

Lindsay pushes back: oil remains valuable as long as peak oil concerns ex...

Deja vu happens 5-6 times yearly for Ryan O'Donnell, but Shane Hewitt experienced something stranger: a recurring dream about breathing underwater that repeated for years until one scuba diving lesson made it stop forever. He dreamed it so often he believed drowning would kill him—then the exact moment played out in a pool with scuba gear, and the dream never returned.

Ryan describes deja vu as an overwhelming feeling that hijacks concentration completely. Noah admits he's never experienced one. Shane shares moments of walking into unfamiliar places and knowing exactly what's around corners he's nev...

Ontario's salary transparency law (previously and similarly in BC and Maritimes) just forced every employer to show their hand. Job postings under $200,000 must now include pay ranges and that means you can finally see what companies are willing to pay for roles like yours. Michael French, Regional Director at Robert Half, explains why this isn't just about new hires: current employees are about to discover whether they've been getting the "Mr. Burns deal" all along.

The conversation shifts to the internal crisis this creates for companies. What happens when your seven-year tenure at $75,000 meets a job posting...

Deja vu so intense a listener predicted three strangers walking out of a bar by name, in exact order. Grumpy Rob stands outside a Quebec bar decades ago, yells "I'm having a deja vu," then calls out who's coming next. All three people appear exactly as predicted. Shane and Ryan dig into why moments like this make people claim the world is a simulation.

Shane mentions people use social media to justify the matrix theory, calling deja vu a "glitch" where you see through the wizard's curtain. Ryan shares his radio moment: wanting to hear B...

Simulation theory went from ancient philosophy to viral social media conspiracy. Philosopher Nathan Radke explains why people post "glitches in the matrix" videos claiming our universe is a computer simulation—and how this 2,000-year-old thought experiment is creating dangerous real-world consequences in 2026.

Shane and Nathan trace simulation theory from Plato's cave allegory through Descartes' demon thought experiment to Nick Bostrom's 2003 statistical argument: if advanced civilizations can create perfect universe simulations, we're statistically more likely living inside one of infinite nested simulations than in base reality. The conversation examines the "evidence" flooding social media—déjà vu, unlikely coinci...

You hate what you see in your feed. The outrage bait, the conspiracy theories, the content designed to make you angry enough to engage. But you keep scrolling. Welcome to 4chan—it just doesn't call itself that anymore. Greg Fish, a computer scientist who's spent years studying internet culture, argues that the infamous anonymous message board didn't die—it metastasized into every platform you use daily.

The conversation reveals a disturbing evolution: 4chan was a place where trolls played games with misinformation, fully aware they were lying. Today's social media took that playbook and made it sincere. Greg...

Toronto appointed a traffic czar to fix the worst traffic congestion in North America. Montreal and Vancouver are close behind. Automotive journalist Lorraine Sommerfeld questions whether this is real change or political theater—and why Doug Ford's control over Toronto's municipal decisions keeps blocking progress.

Shane and Lorraine dig into why Canadian cities are gridlocked, why cities were never designed for through-traffic, and why we keep asking the same questions while expecting different answers. They discuss the real cost of congestion (tens of billions annually), why pickup trucks are now cheaper than mid-sized SUVs, and why car ma...

Volunteering two to four hours weekly slows cognitive decline by 15 to 20 percent, according to data from 31,000 adults. Dr. Samantha Yammine, neuroscientist, explains why researchers are stumped by their own findings.

The study controlled for wealth, education, physical health, and mental health… all the usual suspects that could explain the results. The effect held anyway. Whether it's formal volunteering or just helping a neighbor with groceries, the act of assisting others shows up on cognitive tests as measurably better memory and mental math performance. But here's where it gets interesting: researchers don't actually know why. Current the...

Adam Sorenson beat stage 4 brain cancer at 13 using an extreme ketogenic diet and metabolic approach. He stayed in remission for 10 years, unheard of for glioblastoma multiforme, the same cancer that killed Gord Downie and Neil Peart. When it came back in his brainstem and spine in 2024, doctors gave him two months. His father had been preparing for this moment for a decade.

Brad Sorenson founded Providence Therapeutics knowing his son's cancer would eventually return. The company makes immunotherapy vaccines tailored to each patient's specific tumor mutations. They sequence healthy tissue, compare it to the cancer, identify every...

Good News Tuesday brings personal wins from the team: Ryan's swapping TikTok scrolling for reading (starting with a Stephen King horror novel at bedtime… bold choice), Shane's booking trips with actual dates after watching retired friends map out their year, and David's saving money by fixing what he already owns. The conversation explores why setting three important goals beats generic New Year's resolutions, and how good news creates a snowball effect when you recognize it.

Learn why planning trips in January changes everything, and how small wins compound into bigger momentum. 

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Someone in London, Ontario just won $80 million. In California, coworkers were asked to sign a contract before buying a group lottery ticket detailing who gets what percentage, who bought it, all of it. Would you sign? Or would that ruin the trust forever?

Shane and Ryan dig into whether contracts protect everyone or just make things weird. The debate spirals into prenups, blended families, and what happens when money enters relationships that were built on trust. Ryan refuses to sign he'd rather buy his own ticket. Shane argues the opposite: it's going to get weird a...

You can't win a war without an air force, but you can absolutely lose one without cyber defenses. Richard Shimooka unpacks how warfare has evolved to include everything from space systems to biotech threats, and why militaries that ignore these domains get blindsided fast.

The conversation examines specific cases where new warfare theories either delivered or failed spectacularly. Russia's massive cyber attack before invading Ukraine? Thwarted. Strategic bombing in WWII supposed to break enemy morale? Didn't work that way. Information campaigns designed to destabilize democracies? More nuanced than the hype suggests, but still dangerous. Shimooka reveals how...

Acknowledging parents are human doesn't mean your childhood was toxic. Shane Hewitt and Ryan O'Donnell take on the generational blame narrative and ask a harder question: would you even be here without your parents' mistakes?

The team unpacks why gratitude for imperfect parents is controversial online, where cutting off family over disagreements has become normalized. Ryan reveals he's learning patience from his dad a 15-year lesson he admits he hasn't figured out yet. Shane argues that parental flaws shape identity, and blaming them erases that growth. They discuss why "everything is toxic" diminishes real abuse, a...

Switchbot's Onuro H1 humanoid robot costs $10,000 and launches by December 2025. Kris Abel explains how elevator-track arms let it pick clothes off floors and why that price might not be as crazy as it sounds.

Abel reflects on why CES lost its magic after 20+ years of coverage: streaming killed the in-person exclusivity, wild Vegas parties disappeared, and meeting Steven Tyler at 2 a.m. doesn't happen anymore. But the tech reveals still matter. Switchbot's Onuro H1 is a humanoid torso on wheels with arms that adjust up and down to grab floor objects and do laundry. LG c...

Four astronauts are about to fly past the moon… further from Earth than any human has ever traveled. No landing. Just... past it. Why? Dr. Sarah Rugheimer breaks down what Artemis 2 is actually for, and why restarting lunar missions after decades matters more than the spectacle.

The mission includes the first woman and first Black astronaut to travel beyond Earth orbit, plus Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen. Sarah explains what science got paused when we stopped going to the moon and why it's worth picking back up now. She also tackles the 3I Atlas object making headlines, why it...

Most people avoid their credit card statements in January because the numbers are terrifying. Financial planner Anita Bruinsma says that's exactly why you need to open them—but not for the reason you think.

Bruinsma introduces a simple question that changes everything: "Was it worth it?" Instead of obsessing over totals, review each purchase and ask whether it delivered emotional value. That $110 dinner might have been perfect, while the $300 fancy event felt like a waste. This mindful spending approach helps you identify what actually makes you happy versus what you regret—so next time you make better choi...

Maduro's gone. The vice president, security minister, and defense minister are still there. So what actually changed?

Shane and Joe Varner dig into the geopolitics behind Venezuela's seizure—how a country became the Western Hemisphere hub for Russian money laundering, Iranian Hezbollah operations, Chinese oil interests, and Cuban survival. Joe walks through why Maduro had a $25 million bounty under Biden, why his removal matters beyond politics, and why the hard part of regime change isn't the initial action but the follow-through. The discussion covers Trump's statements about cyber attacks and "getting our money back," the human rights ab...

Game of Thrones fumbled so badly that the creators lost their Star Wars deal. The Sopranos cut to black and people thought their cable boxes broke. Lost sent everyone to the afterlife and viewers are still confused.

Shane and Ryan break down the worst series finales in television history—the ones that went from cultural phenomena to cautionary tales overnight. From the generational collapse of Game of Thrones to Larry David's attempt to rewrite Seinfeld's ending inside Curb Your Enthusiasm, they track how shows stick the landing or crash spectacularly. Hear why controversial doesn't always mean bad, ho...

The Photo Backup Strategy You're Probably Not Using
You've been meaning to back up your photos for months. Maybe years. The dongle you bought for Christmas is still in the box.

Carmi Levy explains why physical backup solutions never work—humans aren't disciplined enough to plug things in regularly, and those devices get lost or run over in driveways anyway. The conversation moves through automatic cloud backup options that sync without thinking, privacy nightmares when families share accounts, and the Amazon Photos feature most Prime members don't realize they have. Shane shares how his parents accidentally br...

Stranger Things started in 2016. You were dating someone different, living somewhere else, chasing completely different dreams.

Ryan reflects on watching the Stranger Things finale in a sold-out theatre next to people he hadn't even met when the show first dropped—his fiancée and one of his best friends. The conversation moves through how much life changed between seasons: from evil exes to true love, from figuring out college to building a career, from pre-pandemic to post-pandemic life. Hear about the realization that hit during the final moments with Purple Rain playing and a D&D table mon...

What happens when you promise permanent residence to 50,000 students, then pull the rug out? Immigration lawyer Guidy Mamann breaks down how Canada's sudden policy reversal is creating a costly backlash no one predicted.

Students who spent six figures and years building Canadian work experience just watched the points threshold jump from 450 to 540—effectively erasing their pathway to permanent residence. Mamann reveals why this isn't just unfair: it's triggering a wave of expensive refugee claims that will cost taxpayers far more than the original programs. He explains how seasonal agricultural workers, startup visa holders, and international students all go...

The TV Finales That Left You Feeling Betrayed
Game of Thrones spent seven seasons building Daenerys as a complex character. Then she unraveled in minutes.

Shane, Jimmy Zoubris, and Lesley Kelly dig into what makes a finale land or crash—from How I Met Your Mother promising one story and delivering another to The Sopranos cutting to black exactly how a mobster's life would end. Jimmy shares why the Happy Days finale stuck with him for decades when Tom Bosley turned to thank the audience for being part of the family, while Lesley reveals her worst en...

Windsor has always stood apart — geographically, politically, and emotionally. It’s a city defined by its proximity to Detroit, but even more by the people who live with that complexity every day.

Meg Roberts joins from CKLW to share how 2025’s tariff battles pushed Windsor to the edge, and how the community pushed back. From policy delays to personal stories, this is about more than economics — it’s about how place and pride can carry a city forward.

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Does Toronto really see the rest of Canada — or just itself? Jim Richards tackles that question head-on in a conversation that moves from local traffic to national identity.

He breaks down why the rest of the country sees Toronto as disconnected, and whether that perception is fair. Plus: why a family making $250K still can’t buy a home in the city, why the Blue Jays win mattered so much, and what keeps Toronto feeling livable — even when it’s barely moving.

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What happens when a lifelong Ottawan admits he’s never skated the Rideau Canal? Stefan Keyes shares the shock of that confession and helps unpack a wild year in Canada’s capital — one that included viral soccer, public service chaos, and a haunting small-town tragedy.

From the billion-view “icicle kick” to federal job cuts threatening 28,000 workers, Stefan brings both local insight and national perspective. They also dig into the ripple effects of political change, why Ottawa’s economy is on edge, and how one brutal crime redefined a community.

Discover the real impact of the year’s bigge...

From niche tech to everyday tool, AI has gone from background code to front-page transformation in record time. Handy Andy Baryer joins Shane Hewitt to unpack what 2025 looked like for artificial intelligence — and what 2026 might break wide open.

Hear why tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and Microsoft Copilot are changing not just how we search — but how we work, learn, and live. With productivity soaring and job roles shifting fast, Andy explains why “prompting” is the next essential skill and how AI is turning users into digital managers. This isn’t just a look back — it’s a wake-up call...

Open drug use. street disorder. harm‑reduction policy. enforcement shifts. It was a year in Victoria — and Ryan Price gives Shane a raw, local perspective on one of the biggest, most complex community stories of 2025.
They talk about how the pendulum swung from harm‑reduction experimentation to stronger enforcement, how business owners reacted, and why this isn’t just a Victoria story — it’s playing out across Canadian cities.
Add in federal politics, Vancouver Island’s shifting electoral map, and cross‑border cultural ties, and this episode becomes a thoughtful look at how social issues and politics intersect in com...

If kids never learn how to fail, they won’t know how to succeed. Joanna Johnson makes the case for letting students feel the sting of real consequences — before the marks start counting for university.

In this episode, Joanna shares what parents miss about accountability, what makes a good post-break reset, and why the best thing teachers can do is stop rescuing. It’s a powerful reminder that resilience is built in small, uncomfortable moments — and the sooner they come, the better.

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Forget the blockbusters — this is the awards show for real film lovers. Shane Hewitt joins film critic Steve Stebbing for the fifth annual Stebbies, where emotion, originality, and craft rule over profit.

They break down the most powerful performances of the year, including Jesse Buckley’s haunting turn in Hamnet and Joel Edgerton’s gritty lead in Train Dreams. From first-time directors to sleeper hits that critics loved but crowds missed, Steve’s picks challenge the mainstream narrative and deliver cinematic gems.

Hear what nearly made the list, what barely missed, and how the moviegoing experien...

When a family cookie night produces something called “the bloody cookie,” you know the holiday spirit is alive — and slightly unhinged. Bob Addison brings the stories, and Shane brings the disbelief.

From wearing absurd hats in public to surviving a retirement home concert that barely touched Christmas, this episode captures the awkward joy of seasonal traditions that somehow still matter. Hear how an annual cookie ritual survived into adulthood, why Bob hates wrapping gifts with all his heart, and what it means when your kid insists on keeping the weirdest tradition alive.

A chaotic, cozy, and la...

Yes, a real Christmas tree. Yes, it played music. Kris Abel returns with a mix of awe-inspiring tech and holiday absurdity that’s as delightful as it is surprising.

The episode opens with a bizarre glitch: San Francisco’s Waymo taxis shutting down in a power outage, cluttering the city like ghost cars. Then, the tone shifts — to bio-signals from a tree triggering digital renditions of Jingle Bells, and an AI guitar coach that can teach you “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” over the holidays.

Equal parts science, magic, and mischief, this one captures the spirit...

Career shifts in your 40s and 50s aren’t rare — they might be smart. Candy Ho shares how midlife reflection, workplace ceilings, and changing values can drive meaningful career reinvention.

From holiday conversations with loved ones to tough chats with your boss, discover why now is the time to ask bigger questions about fulfillment, growth, and whether you’re still on the right path. Candy shares real-world strategies for approaching career change — including going back to school, leveraging employer support, and framing professional development as a win-win. This is about more than quitting or sticking it out; it’s abo...

Your teenager rolls their eyes when you ask them to hang out—but that doesn't mean they don't need you. Sarah Rosensweet unpacks the disconnect between teenage rejection and teenage need, revealing why persistent invitations to do everyday tasks together matter more than you think. The parenting coach shares the concept of "sideways listening"—why conversations happen more naturally when you're facing the same direction doing dishes, driving, or shoveling snow rather than sitting down for forced heart-to-hearts. Discover how the "righting instinct" that served you well when your toddler fell down becomes harmful as kids grow, and why rush...

Imagine performing in front of your hometown, selling out the venue you dreamed about as a kid—and suspecting it's goodbye. Shawn Hook lived that moment in Nelson, BC, one week before a biopsy confirmed tonsil cancer. For a professional singer, the stakes weren't just survival; they were existential.

What happens when your voice IS your identity and suddenly both are at risk? Shawn walks through the terrifying diagnosis process, the "surrender" moment before robotic surgery (yes, an actual robot performed the procedure), and the silent weeks afterward when he communicated only through pen and paper. Learn wh...

Unsolicited parenting tips? Oversharing your Paris trip? Loud health updates? No thanks. Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco return with a holiday reality check on what not to say at seasonal gatherings.

From navigating awkward conversations to managing social batteries and reading the room, this episode blends humor and real talk about modern party etiquette. Whether it’s knowing when to leave, skipping money talk, or catching yourself before a venting spiral, Jen and Tony offer sharp, hilarious advice to help anyone survive — and maybe even enjoy — holiday hosting, dating, and family time.

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A listener with twin toddlers is writing them handwritten birthday letters every year—sealed, mailed, and stored in a safety deposit box until they turn 18. It's a tradition built on love, intention, and the hope that words written today will mean something profound years from now.
Shane shares how he started something similar but didn't finish, which sparks an honest conversation about the parenting rituals we start with the best intentions and why some stick while others fade. Then it's Good News Tuesday: Jim Hadfield's homemade Saskatchewan fruitcakes have raised over $6,700 for charity, a polar bear in northern Ca...

Ryan just had his first semi-viral TikTok — and it was about sardines. Shane listens (skeptically) as Ryan breaks down what happened when a simple snack turned into a social media phenomenon.

They explore what makes content connect, why people love to share niche passions, and how it feels to suddenly be swarmed with comments — kind, curious, and condescending. From fish bones to fan recipes to philosophical questions about attention, this one’s equal parts hilarious and surprisingly deep.

Originally aired on 2025-12-22

War isn’t just tanks and troops anymore — it’s fiber lines, fuel routes, and viral narratives. Richard Shimooka unpacks how invisible influence is redefining modern warfare and threatening global trust.

From Russian interference to infrastructure sabotage, this episode reveals how today's conflicts play out in cyberspace, politics, and public perception. Shane and Richard explore the mechanics of hybrid warfare — including why Russia’s failed cyber attack on Ukraine still shaped the battlefield, and how disinformation quietly destabilizes democracies. Discover why the new frontline is psychological, not physical — and what it means when citizens unknowingly become players in a war the...

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.

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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. Duration: 00:08:13

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...

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 w...

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.

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In this festive roundup, Steve Stebbing reviews big holiday movies, shares his favo...

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...

Feeling short-tempered, tired, or checked out — but still pushing through? That’s not just a rough week. Social worker and wellness voice Maria DeRubeis joins Shane to unpack the subtle signs of burnout and why so many people miss them until it’s too late.

In this episode, Maria explains how burnout hides behind people-pleasing, guilt, overcommitment, and even “good stress.” They talk about self-care beyond bubble baths, the power of baby steps, and how small boundary-setting can reclaim your time, energy, and peace. There’s even a trick for going to the gym without going to the gym.

Can stealing ever be selfless? Shane Hewitt tackles the “Robin Hood” grocery theft lighting up social media, asking if morality shifts when food is stolen to be donated. From Krampus lore to escaped reindeer, this episode unwraps the stranger side of Christmas with sharp commentary and dry humor.

Also on the docket: AI toys that bond with kids, holiday burnout, and how traditions shift as we grow up. It's a season of sentiment, debate, and unexpected stories — all through the voice of the night shift.

Originally aired on 2025-12-19

Scams are evolving fast — and they're hitting too close to home. Jimmy Zoubris shares real stories from the frontlines of fraud, including one where an elderly person physically handed a torn-up credit card to a scammer at the door.

In this honest, holiday-season conversation, Jimmy and Andrew Caddell join Shane to talk about digital trust, emotional traps, and why even smart people fall for convincing fakes. They also unpack family traditions, the magic of unwrapped Santa gifts, and the quiet burnout that can sneak in by year’s end. From fraud prevention to decompressing in Montreal coffee shop...

Ever forwarded a meme and got hit with “yeah, I already saw that”? Mohit Rajhans breaks down what’s really going on behind those messages, and why your latest reel might be a subtle act of emotional connection.

This episode explores the psychology behind digital sharing, what Spotify Wrapped and end-of-year content say about our culture, and how apps are increasingly profiling us — then selling us back to ourselves. From the rise of nostalgia-sharing to the creep of monetized algorithms, Mohit and Shane dig into what we gain (and lose) in the scroll.

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Think border security is just about checking receipts? Think again. Aaron McCrorie from CBSA reveals how organized crime uses the same customs lines we all pass through to move drugs, weapons, and people — and how border officers track patterns and intercept threats most travelers never see.

From coordinating with U.S., U.K., and Australian intelligence to watching criminal groups pivot from cargo ships to air couriers, Aaron breaks down the constant cat-and-mouse game behind Canada’s borders. He also shares what Canadians get wrong about CBSA’s role — and why being helpful is just as core as being...

What made Christmas in the 80s feel so magical — and why does it feel like that magic is missing today? Shane Hewitt and Ed Conroy of Retrontario unpack nostalgic memories of Cabbage Patch chaos, the myth of Teddy Ruxpin singing Iron Maiden, and the wild promise of robot butlers like Omnibot.

This episode blends heartwarming memories with sharp reflections on how tech, convenience, and abundance may have dulled the wonder of the holiday season. Hear real stories of childhood expectations, parent desperation, and the fleeting thrill of scarcity. Plus: how today's instant gratification culture changes the way we...

Why do some toys disappear and others become timeless? Shane Rhinewald from The Strong National Museum of Play joins Shane Hewitt to unpack what turns a simple object into a multigenerational icon — and why play is as vital for adults as it is for kids.

From the 2025 Toy Hall of Fame inductees (slime, Battleship, and Trivial Pursuit) to how kids learn life skills through make-believe, this episode explores the science and soul of play. Hear how toys like LEGO and Rubik’s Cube fuel creativity, why boredom matters, and how parents often forget to join the game them...

There's a reason Christmas at 10 years old feels like the peak of magic. This episode throws back not to a single moment in history, but to that nostalgic feeling of wonder, joy, and the unforgettable gifts that shaped our holidays. From Mariah Carey to Tonka Trucks, Polar Express to PlayStation 2 — what made your Christmas morning feel epic?

Shane Hewitt breaks down the hidden formula behind holiday memories, reveals how marketers tap into your childhood to sell the season, and invites Ryan O'Donnell to reflect on 2005’s best gifts. Plus: reflections on public speaking, emotional milestones, and why Thro...

Some toys entertain — others unlock entire futures. In this holiday edition, Shane Hewitt and Kris Abel explore the magic behind the most unforgettable gifts and how certain toys tap into imagination, ambition, and identity.

Kris shares the story of a toy that blurred the line between play and technology, while Shane recalls the cargo plane that launched his love of flying. The episode also features a moving memory of growing up with less and turning scarcity into a lifelong story of care and creativity. Rediscover how small things create the biggest memories.

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Food inflation in 2025 wasn’t driven by war or weather — it was self-inflicted. That’s the hard truth Dr. Sylvain Charlebois brings as he dissects the hidden forces driving up prices and feeding public frustration.

Shane and Sylvain get into the uncomfortable details: interprovincial trade barriers, stacked taxes, quota protection, and political deflection. From “Captain Canada” theatrics over Crown Royal to the deep shift sparked by Ozempic, this is a candid look at what’s warping Canada's food economy — and who’s benefiting.

No spin, no fluff — just the real reasons behind why food costs so much more than...

Donald Trump promised billions, misread numbers, and claimed victory — but what was really going on? Veteran broadcaster Rob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt to dissect a national address that felt less like policy and more like panic.

They explore the deeper implications: the emotional tone of a leader under pressure, what polling data reveals about voter sentiment, and how economic messaging can fall flat when it doesn’t match lived experience. All that, plus a festive detour into childhood Christmases, complete with Star Wars toys and the magic of being 10.

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Toys aren’t just for kids anymore — and the people fueling today’s toy industry are old enough to remember the originals. Andrew Wagar shares how nostalgia, screen fatigue, and pop culture are driving a massive shift in what people buy, collect, and display.

From LEGO to Fallout, from Rubik’s Cubes to Barbie, the intersection of games, TV, and toys has created a two-way licensing street. Learn why independent toy stores are thriving again, what makes a “kid-ult,” and why simple, tactile fun is beating screen time for families everywhere.

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Too much wine, too much sugar, too many regrets — the holidays can hit hard. But holistic nutritionist Alyssa B says there’s a better way to enjoy it all and feel amazing the next morning.

From pre-party “tailgating” with salad to gut-friendly swaps like sourdough and fermented dips, Alyssa shares realistic tips for navigating parties, family dinners, and indulgent treats without falling into the guilt-deprivation trap. Learn how fiber fuels your energy, why deprivation backfires, and what one habit shift could transform your body and mood by Valentine’s Day. The approach is simple, satisfying, and built for real l...

Why We Keep Watching the Same Christmas Movies
Cheesy, formulaic, predictable — and somehow perfect. Richard Crouse joins to explain the strange magic behind holiday movies that repeat every year but never seem to get old.

From Hallmark plots to forgotten cult classics like Mixed Nuts, this episode unpacks what keeps Christmas cinema alive — and what earns a spot on the “watch every year” list. Plus, Richard shares his pick for the best movie of 2025 (you haven’t seen it yet), his go-to Christmas Day theater tradition, and a zombie film to watch for in 2026. This is a love let...

When Ryan O'Donnell asked for Rainbow Six Siege as a Christmas gift at 19, he had no idea he’d still be talking about it 10 years later—this time from inside Ubisoft’s Montreal studio. This episode unpacks the staying power of a game that refuses to fade.

Through interviews with the game's creative and game directors, learn how Ubisoft supports a digital world that evolves with its players. From free-to-play shifts to 70+ operators and a 1000-person team, this story is about more than a game—it’s about resilience, risk, and the future of storytelling.

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Everyone knows the legend — a UFO crashes in Roswell, the military covers it up, and the rest is conspiracy canon. But what actually happened in the desert in 1947? Dr. Lee Kuhnle of The Uncover Up joins to pull the facts out from under decades of fiction.
From crash test dummies to Cold War tech, this episode rewrites the alien origin story with real history, real programs, and real government motives. Learn how pop culture shaped our mental image of aliens, and why the truth behind Roswell says more about human curiosity than interstellar visitors.

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A reverse alien abduction theory hits the air. And somewhere between Simpsons lore and SNL sketches, things get weird — fast.

Shane, Ryan, and David unpack the absurd, the nostalgic, and the almost-plausible as they spiral from travel warnings into alien conspiracies, pop culture’s obsession with space visitors, and the magic of James Earl Jones voicing a cartoon. It’s part blizzard report, part media roast, and part trip to Roswell — with talk of AI panic, smart speaker surveillance, and what makes people believe the unbelievable.

Plus: why some people should never skate, and how holidays...

Why Nostalgia Is Today’s Best Holiday Gift
Forget gadgets and gizmos — some gifts don’t need batteries to bring joy. Lindsay Broadhead and Jamie Ellerton join to talk about the timeless treasures that keep families connected: from classic toys to moments that turn into memories.

They dig into how holiday traditions have shifted, why board games and simple play still bring people together, and how spending quality time can become the best present of all. Jamie also reveals her big creative leap into comedy training next year, while Lindsay reflects on integrity as a leadership priori...

What makes a brand win or lose trust in today’s chaotic, AI-driven world? Tony Chapman unpacks the marketing hits and flops of 2025 — and what they reveal about human connection, cultural timing, and consumer confidence.

From American Apparel’s cheeky Sydney Sweeney campaign to Canadian Tire’s quiet brand power move, Chapman breaks down what resonated, what backfired, and why simplification might be the next big wave. Hear how companies like Pizza Pizza and Nick's got bold with cultural storytelling while others, like Lululemon and Cracker Barrel, risked losing their core by chasing efficiency.

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Falcon Lake. Shag Harbour. Skinwalker Ranch. These names keep surfacing—for strange signals, sightings, and things we can’t quite explain. Shane Hewitt explores the stories behind Earth’s most puzzling locations and asks the big question: is it all myth, or is something truly happening?

This episode explores a global map of mystery, from the precision of the pyramids to unexplained lights in Australia. Ancient marvels, modern anomalies, and just enough skepticism to keep it grounded—this is a journey into the weird that refuses to give easy answers.

Originally aired on 2025-12-17

Forget robot overlords—AI’s real impact might be much deeper. Greg Fish returns with a bold look at how generative tech is flattening hustle culture, shaking investor logic, and dragging the gig economy’s empty promises into the spotlight.

In this episode, hear why AI-fueled startups are imploding faster than ever, why shareholder obsession is driving systemic fragility, and how drop-shipping mindsets infected Silicon Valley. Fish explains how AI doesn’t just replace labor—it magnifies the flaws in capitalism’s design. A sharp, unfiltered guide to what happens when the tech doesn’t save us, but forces us...

Ethereum, meme coins, XRP — the crypto space is crowded. But Adam O’Brien says Bitcoin is playing a different game. In this eye-opening episode, he explains why Bitcoin stands apart from the rest of the crypto world — and what most people get wrong about it.

Adam shares why Bitcoin Well only supports self-custody, how their platform avoids the common risks tied to traditional crypto exchanges, and why a sudden account balance of "$0" isn’t just scary — it's a wake-up call. Plus: how unit bias psychology is warping people’s understanding of crypto ownership, and the brewing debate over changin...

An egg covered in diamonds, sapphires—and one of the weirdest endings to a theft ever. On this Good News Tuesday, Shane and Ryan highlight a bizarre international caper involving a Fabergé egg, a jewel-encrusted octopus, and an unfortunate digestive route.

Also in the mix: a viral basketball shot from an Edmonton teen that’s part physics, part miracle, and part legend in the making. And finally, a golden retriever, a pizza order, and a story that proves money really is filthy.

Originally aired on 2025-12-16

It started with good news — a new home, a killer video game win, and a 16-year-old landing a premium seat to Mexico. But the real talk kicks in when the team questions whether side hustles are empowering or just exhausting. Shane asks if this “grind mindset” has gone too far, and Ryan wonders what he might’ve built if 13 years of gaming had been a business. The crew gets honest about effort, return, and why not every passion should be profitable.

Originally aired on 2025-12-16

Woody was broken. With Christmas approaching, it looked like the most bizarre holiday mascot in Canada might miss the season — until Dalhousie tech experts rebuilt his face and voice just in time. The Mic Mac Mall tree is back, and yes, he still talks.

Also in this Good News Tuesday episode: Point Pelee birders gear up for the 73rd annual winter bird count, a massive grassroots effort that blends science and holiday tradition. And in Los Angeles, Donna Summer’s songwriting genius finally gets official recognition, over a decade after her passing.

Originally aired on 2025-12-1

The job market is shifting — again. With layoffs, unstable wages, and endless side hustles, it’s harder than ever to build a future on a single paycheck. But what if Gen Z isn’t lost — what if they’re leading?

Nancy D'Onofrio from Randstad Canada joins Shane to unpack how Gen Z is reshaping work: chasing growth, demanding purpose, and refusing to wait for permission. From AI startups at age 16 to the hunger for hands-on leadership, this conversation explores the real reasons people job hop — and how traditional leadership needs to catch up.

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It used to be social — now it’s just sales. In this Good News Tuesday episode, Shane and Ryan go off on the flood of fake self-help, algorithm bait, and sponsored nonsense taking over Instagram. From “five hacks to change your life” to “this is your sign to break up,” the feed has become a nonstop parade of unverified advice pretending to be truth.

They talk sunk costs, sandwich expectations, and the absurdity of shopping-channel culture in disguise. Plus, the rare joy of someone calling it all out with brains and bite.

Originally aired on 2025-12-16

Red flags, “this is your sign” advice, and hot takes on love are everywhere — but are they helping? Dr. Max Butterfield thinks not. From his viral content correcting bad advice to his deeper mission of fighting cognitive illusions, Max is on a mission to protect the internet from itself.

In this powerful episode, Shane Hewitt gets personal with Max about the illusion of control, why science-backed insight matters, and how kindness and humility can rebuild the foundation of healthy relationships. With over 1.6 million followers and zero interest in drama, Max explains how to share expertise without ego and wh...

Roomba’s maker iRobot just went bankrupt — and a Chinese robotics giant is taking over. In this episode, Kris Abel explains why that signals a major shift in global tech power, and what it means for the future of smart home devices.

We also get into Google Translate’s surprisingly emotional AI upgrade and why it changes how we understand languages online. And yes, that AI-generated McDonald’s ad in the Netherlands really told people to skip Christmas. It did not go well.

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Yes, that’s a real tip — and no, this episode isn’t what you think. In this hilarious and weirdly useful conversation, Bob Addison joins Shane to share the tech fumbles, family complaints, and self-improvement rabbit holes that come with holiday season chaos.

He battles a login system that won’t send password resets, debates when to finally spend loyalty points, and explains how a hygienist helped him rethink bad breath forever. Tongue scrapers, it turns out, are ancient. So is the temptation to yell at your laptop.

It’s funny, relatable, and sneakily informative — with actual...

Writing a letter used to mean something. It still does — if we let it. In this reflective and timely conversation, Sarba Sohail and Shane Hewitt explore how the loss of pen-and-paper communication has impacted emotional health, memory, and even basic human connection.

From unreadable cursive to the rise of digital signatures, Sarba unpacks the ripple effects of a world that types instead of writes. She offers a surprising antidote: write yourself a postcard while on vacation. Not for someone else — for future you.

This episode is a gentle challenge to slow down, reconnect, and rediscover the...

Espionage isn’t in the shadows anymore — it’s everywhere, and we’re often part of it without even knowing. Shane Hewitt is joined by former CSIS Asia Pacific chief Michel Juneau-Katsuya to unpack a world where spies operate in plain sight, AI manipulates thought, and “cognitive warfare” becomes a recognized tool of state control.

From Jimmy Lai’s conviction in Hong Kong to Canada's stalled foreign registry, this episode lays out the five major threats of modern espionage — from corporate sabotage to insider betrayal — and how social media, fake news, and emotional manipulation are weaponized against us. It’s not paran...

Ever wondered why money tips never seem to stick? Jessica Moorhouse has the answer — and it starts with your childhood. In this episode, the bestselling author of Everything About Money explains how financial patterns get wired deep, long before your first credit card. Learn why smart people still overspend, how emotional triggers sabotage good habits, and why most money books totally miss the point. Moorhouse shares simple ways to rewrite your money story, build goals that actually motivate you, and stop repeating the same mistakes every year.

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Christmas mode has officially flipped — but not without a strange twist in the headlines. Shane Hewitt and Ryan O'Donnell share a moment of festive reflection, from holiday mall runs to movie nights, before diving into the shocking and tragic death of Rob Reiner. With misinformation swirling and Trump’s inflammatory post stealing attention, the episode cuts through the noise to honour Reiner’s creative genius — from All in the Family to When Harry Met Sally.

Also: what started as a sitcom scene resurfaces as a hilarious cultural flashpoint — sock-sock-shoe-shoe, or sock-shoe-sock-shoe? The team weighs in on the foot order...

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Is it sock-sock-shoe-shoe or sock-shoe-sock-shoe? That lighthearted debate sets the tone as Shane reconnects with Handy Andy for a playful but packed episode full of nostalgia and tech. The conversation weaves through childhood memories, Mr. Dressup, stolen parenting moments — and lands in a high-tech wishlist built for today’s smart homes and gaming families.

Discover standout last-minute gifts, from the Ember Mug that keeps your coffee perfectly warm to the ASUS ROG Ally — a handheld gaming PC that feels like the Game Boy’s evolved cousin. Plus, Alexa’s latest AI update turns your...

In one of his final interviews, Rob Reiner spoke with Richard Crouse about love, laughter, and a life spent telling unforgettable stories. That conversation now holds new weight.

Richard recounts the warmth, wit, and brilliance Rob brought to every project — from Stand By Me to Misery — and the playfulness that defined his off-camera presence. The episode touches on Reiner’s improv roots, his take on criticism, and a moving moment about the heart of The Princess Bride. With devastating developments around his death still unfolding, this is more than a tribute — it’s a rare look into who Rob Re...

Is it still a gift if it’s 3,600 plastic pieces and costs more than rent? In this millennial Christmas breakdown, Shane walks through Ryan O’Donnell’s guide to what younger adults actually want — and it’s not minimalism. Think travel vouchers, Uber Eats gift cards, and crowdfunding your way to a down payment.

There’s real insight buried under the sarcasm: the rise of experiential giving, the anxiety of homeownership, and the changing role of education in a post-degree economy. It’s funny, a bit sobering, and very millennial.

Originally aired on 2025-12-15

Ferraris and Porsche 911s top the search lists — but that’s not what people are driving off the lot. Baris Akyurek from AutoTrader breaks down the gap between car dreams and real-world purchases in a high-cost, low-supply market.

Find out why used car prices are still climbing, how Canadians are stretching payments to afford vehicles, and what rising costs mean for everything from monthly bills to insurance write-offs. Plus, hear the surprising average term for financing a used car today — and why electric vehicle interest hasn’t translated to sales. If you’re asking “Is now the time to buy...

Hazards on. Creeping at 40. Terrified behind the wheel. Lorraine Sommerfeld calls it like it is: being afraid on the road doesn’t make it safer — it makes it worse.

In this episode, Lorraine joins Shane to talk winter driving realities, including Canada’s move-over laws, what to do (and not do) during a breakdown, and why “I’m scared” lights are a problem — not a solution. She also gets real about the emotional side of prepping for a new car, and why long-term browsing might just be your smartest financial move.

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Most people think Special Olympics is just about one big event — but they’re missing the real story. CEO Gail Hamamoto and athlete-advocate Callum Denault reveal what actually happens behind the scenes: 40,000 athletes, 20,000 volunteers, year-round training, and life-changing health programs that go far beyond sport.

Discover how Special Olympics Canada is helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities build friendships, access dental care, speak in Parliament, and even find full-time jobs. This episode will completely shift how you think about inclusion, sport — and what it means to belong.

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