Swatch watch was born in 1983. In 2026, people are lining up at 5am at malls across Canada to buy one they could just wait for.

The Swatch collaboration with Audemars Piguet produced a $560 Canadian pocket watch. It is not limited. More are coming. On eBay, someone listed one for 3,000 British pounds. At Chinook Mall in Calgary, people showed up at 5am. The Swatch store was one of only 22 worldwide to receive the release.

The diagnosis on air: FOMO. People are conditioned to assume scarcity even when none exists. The Swatch x Audemars Piguet is genuinely cool, described as what happens when you take a Rolex and add the flair of a 1980s bowling alley. You can own one. You just have to take a breath and wait.

Topics: Swatch watch, Audemars Piguet collaboration, FOMO, scarcity marketing, Royal Pop pocket watch

Originally aired on 2026-05-21

Swatch watch was born in 1983. In 2026, people are lining up at 5am at malls across Canada to buy one they could just wait for.
The Swatch collaboration with Audemars Piguet produced a $560 Canadian pocket watch. It is not limited. More are coming. On eBay, someone listed one for 3,000 British pounds. At Chinook Mall in Calgary, people showed up at 5am. The Swatch store was one of only 22 worldwide to receive the release.
The diagnosis on air: FOMO. People are conditioned to assume scarcity even when none exists. The Swatch x Audemars Piguet is genuinely cool, described as what happens when you take a Rolex and add the flair of a 1980s bowling alley. You can own one. You just have to take a breath and wait.
Topics: Swatch watch, Audemars Piguet collaboration, FOMO, scarcity marketing, Royal Pop pocket watch
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-05-21

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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.

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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.