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 2025-12-16

Woody was broken. With Christmas approaching, it looked like the most bizarre holiday mascot in Canada might miss the season &mdash; 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&rsquo;s songwriting genius finally gets official recognition, over a decade after her passing.
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-12-16

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&mdash;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&rsquo;s signature style&mdash;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 and The Nightshift

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.

Good News Tuesday: Can a Creepy Tree Become a Christmas Hero?

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

An egg covered in diamonds, sapphires&mdash;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 Faberg&eacute; egg, a jewel-encrusted octopus, and an unfortunate digestive route.
Also in the mix: a viral basketball shot from an Edmonton teen that&rsquo;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&nbsp;2025-12-16

NEW- A Fabergé Egg was inside what??

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

It started with good news &mdash; 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 &ldquo;grind mindset&rdquo; has gone too far, and Ryan wonders what he might&rsquo;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&nbsp;2025-12-16

What If Your Side Hustle Is Just Time Debt?

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.

The gig economy might be survival — but growth is still the goal.

GUEST:
Nancy D'Onofrio
Director, Randstad Canada

Originally aired on 2025-12-16

The job market is shifting &mdash; again. With layoffs, unstable wages, and endless side hustles, it&rsquo;s harder than ever to build a future on a single paycheck. But what if Gen Z isn&rsquo;t lost &mdash; what if they&rsquo;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 &mdash; and how traditional leadership needs to catch up.
The gig economy might be survival &mdash; but growth is still the goal.
GUEST: Nancy D'Onofrio Director, Randstad Canada
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-12-16

Good News Tuesday: Can a Creepy Tree Become a Christmas Hero?

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