It’s more than grooming — it’s connection. Matty Conrad, founder of Victory Barber and GQ’s beard expert, joins Shane Hewitt to unpack why the barbershop still matters in 2025. In an age of isolation and digital noise, these intimate, real-world…
Barbershops as spaces for connection:In a world of earbuds and echo chambers, the barbershop still holds space for real conversation. Shane Hewitt is joined by Jimmy Zoubris and Ryan Price for a candid episode of The Study — reflecting on…
Smart Thermostat SavingsSmart home tech promises savings, but at what cost? Handy Andy Baryer joins Shane Hewitt to break down how programs like BC Hydro’s Peak Saver work — using smart thermostats to reduce electricity usage during peak times by…
Mining robots, moon factories, and self-replicating spacecraft Forget flying saucers — if alien probes have visited our solar system, they’re probably in the asteroid belt or quietly building factories on the moon. Shane Hewitt speaks with Alex Ellery, professor of…
What connects a weathered barbershop chair to astronauts stranded in orbit? Perspective. Shane Hewitt threads two seemingly unrelated stories — a chat with beard guru Matty Conrad about why barbershops still matter to men, and a look at how space…
Part 1: From classical music and game nights to a budget with no punch — this week’s Roundup blends the personal and the political. Andrew Caddell and Jimmy Zoubris open with the small gestures that keep relationships strong, before shifting…
Movies:An action-packed Predator reboot, a dark boxing biopic with Sydney Sweeney, and a courtroom war drama with Russell Crowe speaking German — this weekend’s watchlist swings big. Steve Stebbing returns with fresh picks that surprise, hit hard, and raise eyebrows.…
Everyone’s chasing ROI from AI — but what if we’re asking the wrong questions? Media strategist Mohit Rajhans breaks down the disconnect between tech investment and real-world outcomes, challenging the idea that innovation equals progress. He and Shane explore the…
Can food be a language of love, legacy, and leadership? For Jerry and Tanner Agar, the answer is a sizzling yes. In this two-part episode, they unveil FlavorPhiles — a new podcast where kitchen wisdom meets storytelling flair. They explore…
After 40 years with tremors, Kirk Neff underwent brain surgery that changed his life — now he can carry a cup of coffee again. Shane reflects on that milestone and asks: what’s the one thing you never want to lose…
Kirk Neff spent his career behind the camera capturing life-changing stories — until his own body became one. Diagnosed with essential tremors, he found his hands, and his work, slipping away. This episode reveals the quiet fight behind the lens,…
The poppy isn’t just a pin — it’s a powerful symbol of remembrance, and now it’s more accessible than ever. Nujma Bond from the Royal Canadian Legion joins Shane Hewitt to reveal how modern updates like tap-to-donate boxes and Amazon…
This Remembrance Day, step closer to the stories behind the ceremonies. From the mud of cavalry charges to the steel of modern warfare, Canadian military history lives in the shift from horses to tanks — and Captain Sheldon Smith shares…
Part 1: From front‑row concerts to film premieres, Richard Crouse brings an insider’s lens to how entertainment evolves. He joins Shane Hewitt to discuss a genre‑blending album featuring The Tragically Hip, Nelly Furtado & co., crafted for the FIFA World Cup…
Remember your first “Just Do It” ad? Or those gold-rimmed Petro-Canada Winter Olympic glasses? Ed Conroy of Retro Ontario does — and he joins Shane Hewitt to dig deep into why 1988 was one of the weirdest, happiest years in…
