The Shift with Shane Hewitt

We get a dose of calls from across Canada with heartwarming stories for Good News Tuesday A group of BC truckers are on the quotes to build electric big rigs. Chace Barber, CEO and founder of Edison Motors joins us to share the story of their EV trucks. We learn how they work, the challenges of building them, and if there is a place for EV trucks on the road. RUOK with Pigs? How about Subway? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

The holidays can be the loneliest time of year, but that's okay. Registered Psychologist and Director of the Vancouver Anxiety Centre, Dr. Christine Korol tells us how to confront loneliness and gives us strategies for turning loneliness into a journey of self-discovery and growth. Meta is under fire after allegedly trying to get children to use their platform. Mike Yawney, filling in for Handy Andy, sheds light on that and why some companies are trying to bring old gaming consoles back to life. RUOK with It's A Small World? How about Squid Game? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

RUOK with potato salad? Riley Merry has become a Canadian icon after attempting to eat five pounds of potato salad outside of a graveyard, in front of police. He tells us the story in a very special edition of RUOK. Having a bad password is one thing, but can you have a bad username? Hank the Hacker tells us how to make a safe username. Hank also tells us how a Calgary woman was scammed out of hundreds after a stranger used a card-reading device.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Will going with the cheaper option come back to bite you this Christmas? Adam Sondergard, with Linus Tech Tips, tells us how to avoid buying bad quality gifts this Christmas and gives us a dose of helpful tech tips to make your life so much easier. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

RUOK with Hall & Oates? How about turkey? Why is it so easy to fall for misinformation online? Social media expert Jesse Miller tells us how misinformation spreads online, how to spot it, and how to avoid it. David Ian Grey, retail and marketing expert, tells us if Black Friday deals are worth it for business and customers and if Boxing Day might be the better option for finding deals! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Steve Stebbing reviews Ridley Scott's new movie Napoleon and more on What the Hell Should I Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Have you set up your Christmas Tree yet? We can help you with the Christmas Tree edition of Gameshowey Trivia! Test your knowledge and hear some of our own tree traditions. What's special about your Christmas tree? Shiftheads share their stories with calls and texts. Jonathan Berkshire Miller, Director of Foreign Affairs and National Security at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, helps us understand the current state of the world with a focus on China, Gaza, and the war in Ukraine. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Blaine Kyllo breaks down the best and worst Black Friday deals of 2023 on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

It has been 100 days since wildfires devastated Lahaina, Hawaii. Jonny Varona, one of the firefighters who battled the blaze, gives us an update on what was lost and how his community is healing. RUOK with Toonies? How about air freshener? Are we living in the Matrix? Probably not. On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us why scientists can't find any evidence that we're all just living in an alien's computer. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

How do you start over? Annalisa Enrile, Professor of Social Work at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, tells us how to hit the reset button on your career, mentality, and direction in life. Would you throw out your phone if you could use one without a screen? Mike Yawney looks at a new piece of AI-driven technology that could be the future of phones. RUOK with EV batteries? How about scratch tickets? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Canadians are terrible at passwords. Hank the Hacker tells us how to make a good password, what makes a bad one, and just how easy it is for hackers to crack bad codes. RUOK with cargo? How about bad tattoos? Dr. Chris Fogarty with the Canadian Hurricane Centre looks back at the 2023 hurricane season and how to be weather-aware when you travel. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Canadian photographer Steve Haining dove over 100 feet underwater to take the deepest portrait photo ever. He tells us how he did it and why the record was so difficult to break. What is the one luxury you can't live without? Shiftheads call and text in! RUOK with marathons? How about the Grammys? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Steve Stebbing reviews the return of The Hunger Games franchise and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Does Pineapple belong on Pizza? Find out as we play the Pizza edition of Gameshowey Trivia! Test your knowledge of Canadian pizza recipes, topping trends, and more. RUOK with Pizza? Why is it so expensive to fly in Canada? Dave Frank, executive director of the BC Aviation Council, tells us what's driving domestic flights up in price, how they can come down, and why flying is out of reach for so many Canadians. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Blaine Kyllo details the OLED Steam Deck and more on The Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Procrastinating is easy, but letting go of it can be even easier. Michael Losier, author of The Law of Attraction, gives us his tips on how to deal with procrastination and finding positivity by addressing negativity. RUOK with Christmas Lights? A giant space rock killed the Dinosaurs, right? On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us why there is a great debate over the extinction event that killed the dinosaurs. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Brittlestar AKA the worlds favourite online dad joins the Shift to discuss everything from the new movie "anything to be famous" to what it means to be internet an internet star. There's been a lot of talk about the new Sphere in Las Vegas, but does the venue live up to the hype? Mike Yawney has the inside details. And RUOK with butterflies, designer dresses and blue bananas?

Ahead of Remembrance day, historian Andrew Burtch at the Canadian War Museum joins the Shift with a look back at Canada's part in key historical events,, Steve Stebbing has the low down on what to watch this weekend, from new releases such as The Marvels and the Holdovers to classics like Scrooged in 4K and RUOK Taylor Swift, doughnuts and a million-dollar purse

Steve Stebbing has the low down on what to watch this weekend, from new releases such as The Marvels and the Holdovers to classics like Scrooged in 4K.

Craig Baird, historian and host of the Canadian History Ehx podcast, joins us to share the stories of some Canadian war heroes. We learn more about Indigenous veteran Tommy Prince and other fascinating Canadians who have served our country. It's Ryan's birthday month, so we play a round of Gameshowey Trivia, all themed after our favourite millennial! RUOK with Facebook Marketplace? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Blaine Kyllo reviews the new Super Mario game and more on The Technological World HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

RUOK with sheep? How about Paul? Psychologist, best-selling author, and public speaker Dr. Jody Carrington tells us why it's okay to not be okay. She explains why accepting tough times can help change our mentality. Is your brain a quantum computer? On The World of Weird Things, Greg Fish helps us understand how computer-like science happens in our brains and other examples of quantum science in mother nature. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Doordash is now giving customers a warning their food might not arrive if they don't tip! Shiftheads call and text with their thoughts on tipping and if it's getting out of hand Canadian Author Adam Shoalts canoed from his home in Southern Ontario to the Arctic, all so he could track the migration of Birds. He tells us why he went on the adventure, what Canada's Arctic looks like, and what you can expect to learn from his new book, "Where the Falcon Flies." Iconic Canadian rock band Econoline Crush is back, and frontman Trevor Hurst joins us! He tells us how he went from working as a nurse back to rock and roll and why there is so much going on behind rock songs. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

The mysterious hacker group Anonymous wears guy Fawkes masks and claims to be working for the greater good, but are they? Hank the Hacker tells us about his experiences dealing with the group, what they want and why they love the masks. RUOK with Hat-Tricks? What about Christmas music lawsuits? On The Millennial On The Radio, Ryan rips his generation a new one for ruining bagels. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Propaganda is everywhere, but can we spot it? Tim Blackmore is a professor at Western University, and he studies propaganda. He tells us how propaganda works, how it's changing, and what he thinks is the most dangerous kind of propaganda. For the first time ever, a meme has created a multi-million-dollar movie. On The Millennial On The Radio, Ryan looks at how Five Nights at Freddy's went from an indie game to a multi-million-dollar franchise, all because one creator shared his work. Plus, Daryl calls in with some words of encouragement for anyone looking to share their passions. RUOK with the carbon tax? What about spiders? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Steve Stebbing reviews Priscilla, Nyad, and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Big Brother Canada is a hugely popular reality TV show, but have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes? Arisa Cox, host of Big Brother Canada, tells us why Canadians love the show after a decade of being on the air and how you can audition to get on the latest season! Are you in the mood for some drama and obstacle courses? We play a reality TV-themed round of Gameshowey Trivia!  RUOK with floating? How about an update on Halloween candy panic? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Blaine Kyllo brings us his review of Alan Wake 2 and more on the Technological World! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey has taken the world by storm by using an old-school sound in the modern age. She tells us about her inspirations, her love for jazz, and why today's audiences crave such an old-school sound RUOK with Halloween Candy stories that will make you question eating candy? Ryan's horror movie marathon concludes with a review of The Babadook. A film that he believes to be the scariest ever made.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

The federal government is changing the carbon tax for a select few. Dan McTeague, former Member of Parliament and current president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, helps us understand the Carbon Tax changes. RUOK with living in your parent's basement? How about banks? Most people go to the mall when they need new clothes. Handy Andy Baryer is not most people. He tells us why he is going to Thailand for some new clothes and how you can refresh your wardrobe with subscription boxes. Ryan's Horror Movie Marathon continues with the so-called scariest horror movie ever made, The Exorcist! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

This is a special edition of The Shift with Shane Hewitt Podcast. What do you do when you hear a bump in the night when nobody is around? Isaac Murdoch hears bumps in the night all the time, living alone in northern Ontario. He is an indigenous storyteller, and he shares some of his favourite mystical stories and why he loves to tell them. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

What was the very first computer hack and how did it happen? Hank the Hacker takes us through some of the most infamous hacks in history and how cybersecurity has changed since. On the Millennial on the radio, we pay tribute to Matthew Perry. Plus, Ryan's horror movie marathon continues with a review of Fright Night! RUOK with AI Music? How about bets? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Ottawa says the price of food is going down, but is that accurate? Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, researcher and professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University, helps us understand the updated Canada Food Price Index. The Shift AV Club reviews Get Out and Monsters Inc! Nutritionist Alyssa B shares her Halloween recipes and tips on how to stay healthy despite the swarm of candy and sugar. RUOK with Florida Men? How about skeletons? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Nutritionist Alyssa B shares her Halloween recipes and tips on how to stay healthy despite the swarm of candy and sugar. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Steve Stebbing brings us his list of Horror movies for horror pros and rookies! That and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Is the Mafia we see on TV and in movies accurate? Professor Antonio Nicaso with Queen's University has written over 40 books on the Mafia. He tells us about the history of the Mafia, what it looks like today, and the power they have.  RUOK with big cats? How about vacations? Gameshowey is dressed up and ready for trick or treating! It's the Halloween edition of Canada's favourite radio gameshow.  Ryan's spooky movie marathon returns with Return of the Living Dead!   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Blaine Kyllo takes us through this week's new video games and tech on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Bodybuilder and motivational speaker Big Ron Jones tells us how we can find the motivation to take care of our bodies and how to have discipline over our health. RUOK with loud music? How about hunting? Ryan's spooky movie marathon continues with a review of Child's Play, a movie he has been too afraid to watch since he was a kid! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Why is there so much fighting over the Gaza Strip? James Gelvin, Professor of Modern Middle East history at the University of California, Los Angeles, helps us understand the geopolitics of Gaza, who has historically lived in the region, and how two types of nationalism lead to conflict.  RUOK with senior dogs? How about the Eiffel Tower? Grammy award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter Alex Cuba is back with new music and an inspiring story about following your dreams.  Ryan is reviewing 5 horror movies ahead of Halloween! First up, A Nightmare on Elm Street: Part 3 HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Canadian music expert Alan Cross takes us through the history of bootleg music and gives us a sneak peek at his new true crime podcast, which will tell the stories of murder, extortion, and other crimes in the music industry. RUOK with Netflix? How about energy drinks? Can computer viruses be hidden in legitimate-looking ads? Hank the Hacker helps us understand Malvertising and other ways hackers will trick you into clicking a malicious link. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

A pair of Canadian Documentarians making a movie about invasive mussels accidentally discovered a long-lost shipwreck. Yvonne Drebert and Zach Melnick tell us why they were documenting the invasive species, and how they found the steamship wreck. RUOK with Wheel of Fortune? How about spicy food? It's Flash Back Friday, and we rewind to 2003, when the first ever Heritage Classic Hockey Game hit the ice! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Steve Stebbing reviews Martin Scorsese's new movie, Killers of the Flower Moon, and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Dr. Frances Fleming, Director of Marketing Initiatives at Rudd Center for Food Policy and Health, tells us how Fast Food brands market to us and why they are so good at marketing to children. RUOK with bugs? How about oysters? Ryan has found the best goal song in the history of hockey, and he plays it for us on the Millennial on the Radio. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Spider-Man 2 is here, and Blaine Kyllo got his hands on it early! Hear his review and more on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

It's Good News Tuesday, and we take some time to reflect and hear from you! Larry Gifford, a Shift Family member, is going in for a potentially life-changing procedure to treat his Parkinsons. He tells us what life is like with Parkinson's and how it could change after the surgery. On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us the surprising ways narcissists see the world and what we can learn from understanding their way of life. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Fast food burgers rarely look like but is that false advertising? Harvard Law School Lecturer Louis Tompros tells us how Wendy's and McDonald's defeated a lawsuit that alleged their food did not come as advertised. Plus, he helps us understand how fast-food companies get away with their advertising practices. What is your super-secret fast-food order? Shiftheads send in theirs as we look at the most iconic and bizarre ads in fast food history. RUOK with the drive-thru? How about dress codes? Handy Andy Baryer tells us what our junk drawers say about us! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

Dr. Craig Richard, a professor of biopharmaceutical sciences at Shenandoah University in Virginia and founder of the online learning center ASMR University is back to give us a deep dive into the world of ASMR. This time, we look at how people use calm voices to fall asleep, including Dr. Richard's relaxation podcast, Calm History. Hank the Hacker tells us how hackers are taking advantage of the conflict in Gaza to target charities and civilians. RUOK with drones? How about police chases? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In

We look back to some of the strangest things that have happened on Friday the 13th for Flashback Friday Why is Friday the 13th considered to be unlucky? Dr. Phil Stevens, Emeritus Professor of Anthropology at The University of Buffalo, tells us where the idea of Friday the 13th originated and gives us a deep dive into other superstitions. RUOK with Mummies? How about archeology? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In