Shane got passed on the shoulder of a sixty kilometer road in Ottawa by a guy on a scooter, and that one moment sends this conversation with Ryan O'Donnell into just how fast these things have gotten and how little anyone seems to be paying attention.

Ryan pulls a set of Canadian pediatric injury numbers that put real weight behind the near misses everyone has seen on the street, with head injuries turning up in nearly half the cases and the worst outcomes landing on boys barely into their teens.

Provinces can't agree on age limits, speed caps, or where scooters are even allowed, and a story about a Canadian tourist fined thousands of dollars overseas for riding one drunk shows just how differently this gets handled once you cross a border.

Topics: e-scooter speed, e-scooter injuries Canada, scooter safety statistics, provincial scooter laws, international scooter enforcement

Originally aired on 2026-08-19

Shane got passed on the shoulder of a sixty kilometer road in Ottawa by a guy on a scooter, and that one moment sends this conversation with Ryan O'Donnell into just how fast these things have gotten and how little anyone seems to be paying attention.
Ryan pulls a set of Canadian pediatric injury numbers that put real weight behind the near misses everyone has seen on the street, with head injuries turning up in nearly half the cases and the worst outcomes landing on boys barely into their teens.
Provinces can't agree on age limits, speed caps, or where scooters are even allowed, and a story about a Canadian tourist fined thousands of dollars overseas for riding one drunk shows just how differently this gets handled once you cross a border.
Topics: e-scooter speed, e-scooter injuries Canada, scooter safety statistics, provincial scooter laws, international scooter enforcement
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-08-19

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.