Friday night news that earns its place at the table: a truck driver hauled a trailer from Embrun to Ottawa missing ten of its twelve wheels, with no brakes and an unsecured fastener on the two that remained. He was headed to a scrapyard. Police found him first.

Elsewhere, a man launched a speedboat off a thirty-foot waterfall in a Guinness record attempt that Guinness does not actually track. The boat now has a dent. So does the record. And the US Pentagon is handing out White House UFC tickets only to service members who clear a waist-to-height ratio check. Fat troops, per the Defence Secretary, are not invited.

Topics: weird news Friday, Ottawa unsafe trailer, UFC White House, waterfall speedboat, fitness pacer test

Originally aired on 2026-05-29

Friday night news that earns its place at the table: a truck driver hauled a trailer from Embrun to Ottawa missing ten of its twelve wheels, with no brakes and an unsecured fastener on the two that remained. He was headed to a scrapyard. Police found him first.
Elsewhere, a man launched a speedboat off a thirty-foot waterfall in a Guinness record attempt that Guinness does not actually track. The boat now has a dent. So does the record. And the US Pentagon is handing out White House UFC tickets only to service members who clear a waist-to-height ratio check. Fat troops, per the Defence Secretary, are not invited.
Topics: weird news Friday, Ottawa unsafe trailer, UFC White House, waterfall speedboat, fitness pacer test
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-05-29

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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.