Bob Addison got laid off from radio in 2015 and canceled a family trip to Oregon the same day, certain everything was falling apart. A decade later, watching two Vancouver stations and two in Calgary go dark last week, that's the story he keeps coming back to for the colleagues who just lost their jobs: losing the gig is not losing the life.

Bob and Shane land on a real theory for where AM radio actually ends up, a single national emergency network repeating FM content by day and standing ready the moment something goes wrong, and argue about whether Vancouver and Calgary even register next to Ontario and Quebec's population numbers.

Along the way, Bob describes standing underneath a retired space shuttle that rides piggyback on a 747, a scale that only hits once you're actually there looking up at it.

Topics: AM radio layoffs, Bob Addison, Vancouver radio, Calgary radio, space shuttle exhibit

GUEST: Bob Addison | @‌riobobbo

Originally aired on 2026-07-14

Bob Addison got laid off from radio in 2015 and canceled a family trip to Oregon the same day, certain everything was falling apart. A decade later, watching two Vancouver stations and two in Calgary go dark last week, that's the story he keeps coming back to for the colleagues who just lost their jobs: losing the gig is not losing the life.
Bob and Shane land on a real theory for where AM radio actually ends up, a single national emergency network repeating FM content by day and standing ready the moment something goes wrong, and argue about whether Vancouver and Calgary even register next to Ontario and Quebec's population numbers.
Along the way, Bob describes standing underneath a retired space shuttle that rides piggyback on a 747, a scale that only hits once you're actually there looking up at it.
Topics: AM radio layoffs, Bob Addison, Vancouver radio, Calgary radio, space shuttle exhibit
GUEST: Bob Addison | @&zwnj;riobobbo
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-07-14

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.

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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.