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What does it take for young people to succeed in today’s job market? Shane Hewitt and Adam Froman unpack the answer, pointing to adaptability, creativity, and the ability to stand out in a world where online applications often feel like…

Young people are facing an uphill battle in today’s labor market — but why? Andrew Grantham, Senior Economist at CIBC, joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the forces driving record youth unemployment. He highlights how AI and automation may be squeezing…

Saving for education doesn’t have to be overwhelming—or complicated. Shane Hewitt and Anita Bruinsma break down the essentials of Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs), showing how families can make the most of government grants and smart investing. They tackle the…

From paper routes to Parliament, Shane Hewitt, Stefan Keyes, and Lucas Meyer weave together stories of early work experiences and the shifting realities of Canadian politics. The first half explores the importance of those first jobs—whether delivering flyers, working in…

What makes a film festival unforgettable? Ben Harrison joins Shane Hewitt to break down TIFF, where he saw 20 films ranging from crowd-pleasing comedies to award-season heavyweights. Ben highlights Roof Man starring Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst as a festival…

Education promised opportunity—but for many millennials, it delivered disconnection. Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell explore the mismatch between what school prepared for and what work delivers, with Gallup data showing widespread disengagement. They examine generational shifts in job expectations: millennials…

The first day back in Parliament set a new tone—calm, polite, but surprisingly productive. Shane Hewitt and Vassy Kapelos unpack how civility replaced the usual drama, and what that signals for Canadian politics moving forward. They zero in on Mark…

Handy Andy joins Shane Hewitt to share stories that blend humor, nostalgia, and practical know-how. He recalls his early days soldering chips for black market cable boxes and the odd jobs of a different era, including selling cigarettes as a…

Step into the electric energy of a Blue Jays game through Shane Hewitt’s firsthand stories. Hear what it feels like to be caught in the buzz of thousands of fans, while also wrestling with the not-so-glamorous side of big-event transportation…

Movie lovers, get ready. Shane Hewitt and Steve Stebbing run through the latest lineup of films and shows making headlines. Stephen King’s The Long Walk brings a chilling vision to the screen, Spinal Tap II reunites the band for one…

Shane Hewitt is joined by Andrew Caddell and Jimmy Zoubris for a Smart Speakers episode that blends pop culture and politics. The discussion kicks off with a light-hearted debate over the best alien and space-themed TV shows — with Star…

AI reflects society’s best and worst impulses, and social media amplifies them. Mohit Rajhans explains how his work bridges technology and communication while addressing the challenges of an online world driven by attention and validation. From the erosion of genuine…

Some stories defy logic, and that’s exactly why they’re worth sharing. On Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift, Ryan O’Donnell joins Shane for the Inside Copy segment to spotlight neighbors behaving strangely, the everyday reality captured by body cameras, and Kevin…

Canada has its own deep history with UFOs — and plenty of stories to tell. In this episode, Shane Hewitt is joined by researcher Chris Rutkowski to talk about why Canada sees so many reports of strange lights and encounters…