In this nostalgic interview, Ed Conroy of <a href="http://retrontario.com">Retrontario.com</a> joins Shane Hewitt to explore the quirky charm of 1970s Canadian television, with a special spotlight on the beloved children’s character Polkaroo. Together, they reflect on how these iconic shows shaped a generation and left a lasting cultural imprint. Originally aired on 2025-07-03

In this nostalgic interview, Ed Conroy of Retrontario.com joins Shane Hewitt to explore the quirky charm of 1970s Canadian television, with a special spotlight on the beloved children’s character Polkaroo. Together, they reflect on how these iconic shows shaped a generation and left a lasting cultural imprint. Originally aired on 2025-07-03

In this nostalgic interview, Ed Conroy of <a href="http://retrontario.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">Retrontario.com</a> joins Shane Hewitt to explore the quirky charm of 1970s Canadian television, with a special spotlight on the beloved children’s character Polkaroo. Together, they reflect on how these iconic shows shaped a generation and left a lasting cultural imprint. Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-07-03

SHIFTHEADS - From Polkaroo to Pop Charts: How 1970s TV and American Top 40 Shaped  Generations

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Shane Hewitt & 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—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’s signature style—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 &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—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’s signature style—thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.
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