A state government agency mixed up the identities of thousands of people, printing new ID cards with the wrong face attached, and correcting it took more than a simple reprint.

An athlete had an accident mid-competition, right in front of spectators, and officials made a choice about whether to stop the event that says a lot about how these things usually go.

A driver in a lifted pickup truck crashed while trying to multitask behind the wheel, and the specific thing he was doing puts this firmly in Florida news territory.

Topics: government ID mix-up, weird news, viral news stories, only in Florida, Happy Friday roundup

Originally aired on 2026-09-18

A state government agency mixed up the identities of thousands of people, printing new ID cards with the wrong face attached, and correcting it took more than a simple reprint.
An athlete had an accident mid-competition, right in front of spectators, and officials made a choice about whether to stop the event that says a lot about how these things usually go.
A driver in a lifted pickup truck crashed while trying to multitask behind the wheel, and the specific thing he was doing puts this firmly in Florida news territory.
Topics: government ID mix-up, weird news, viral news stories, only in Florida, Happy Friday roundup
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-09-18

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.

SHIFTHEADS: Inside Copy - Thousands Got Someone Else's Face on Their Government ID

Gas prices are climbing everywhere, and this segment turns into a live, city-by-city comparison of what people are actually paying at the pump right now, with numbers coming in that are hard to believe.

From there the conversation moves to cars, breaking down how stretching a loan from four years to eight or ten quietly changes what a vehicle really costs by the time it's paid off.

Underneath all of it is a bigger shift, as the conversation turns to whether the cost of everything has pushed people past frustration and into actually changing how they live.

Topics: gas prices, cost of living, car financing terms, rising vehicle costs, cost of driving

Originally aired on 2026-09-18

Gas prices are climbing everywhere, and this segment turns into a live, city-by-city comparison of what people are actually paying at the pump right now, with numbers coming in that are hard to believe.
From there the conversation moves to cars, breaking down how stretching a loan from four years to eight or ten quietly changes what a vehicle really costs by the time it's paid off.
Underneath all of it is a bigger shift, as the conversation turns to whether the cost of everything has pushed people past frustration and into actually changing how they live.
Topics: gas prices, cost of living, car financing terms, rising vehicle costs, cost of driving
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-09-18

Gas, Cars, Everything: A Live Price Check Across Canada

There are direct flights between Germany and places like Yukon and Saskatchewan, and columnist Andrew Caddell uses that detail to explain something most Canadians don't realize about how Europe already sees this country.

He also takes on the assumption that distance always matters in trade, making the case for why a service-based economy doesn't need to be close to the market it sells into.

Andrew gives his own take on whether this EU push is a real opportunity for Canada or just another announcement with nothing behind it.

Topics: European perception of Canada, Canadian services sector, EU trade opportunity, Canada EU relations, Andrew Caddell

Originally aired on 2026-09-18

There are direct flights between Germany and places like Yukon and Saskatchewan, and columnist Andrew Caddell uses that detail to explain something most Canadians don't realize about how Europe already sees this country.
He also takes on the assumption that distance always matters in trade, making the case for why a service-based economy doesn't need to be close to the market it sells into.
Andrew gives his own take on whether this EU push is a real opportunity for Canada or just another announcement with nothing behind it.
Topics: European perception of Canada, Canadian services sector, EU trade opportunity, Canada EU relations, Andrew Caddell
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-09-18

NEW - Why Europeans Already Think Canada Is the Bee's Knees

Film critic Steve Stebbing lays out a full weekend of picks, spanning theatres, streaming, and one music documentary he calls unmissable.

A Gold Heist Steve Compares to One of His Favourite Films Ever

Steve dives into a Depression-era survival story starring Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe, drawing a direct line to a classic thriller he's championed for years. He also covers a near-perfect horror reboot and a stop-motion sequel from a studio he trusts completely.

The Producer Behind Half of Modern Music Sits Down With Jay-Z

Steve unpacks a documentary built around one music industry legend interviewing another, tracing a career that stretches from hip hop to rock to country. He also gets into a spy drama's surprising staying power and a mob thriller's tense new season.

Topics: weekend movie picks, streaming recommendations, music documentaries, spy dramas, Steve Stebbing

GUEST: Steve Stebbing | stevestebbing.ca

Originally aired on 2026-09-18

Film critic Steve Stebbing lays out a full weekend of picks, spanning theatres, streaming, and one music documentary he calls unmissable.
A Gold Heist Steve Compares to One of His Favourite Films Ever
Steve dives into a Depression-era survival story starring Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe, drawing a direct line to a classic thriller he's championed for years. He also covers a near-perfect horror reboot and a stop-motion sequel from a studio he trusts completely.
The Producer Behind Half of Modern Music Sits Down With Jay-Z
Steve unpacks a documentary built around one music industry legend interviewing another, tracing a career that stretches from hip hop to rock to country. He also gets into a spy drama's surprising staying power and a mob thriller's tense new season.
Topics: weekend movie picks, streaming recommendations, music documentaries, spy dramas, Steve Stebbing
GUEST: Steve Stebbing | stevestebbing.ca
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-09-18

SHIFTHEADS: Inside Copy - Thousands Got Someone Else's Face on Their Government ID

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