Nuclear weapons control rests, constitutionally, with one person. In 1969 that person was drunk, incensed, and on the phone to the Joint Chiefs ordering a strike on North Korea.

Is a patriot someone who follows the law or someone who breaks it to protect the country? That question is not rhetorical. It is the specific calculation that a secretary of defense and a general both made, decades apart, when they quietly placed themselves between a president and the button. One had no constitutional authority. Neither did the other.

Next time a world leader's mental fitness becomes a news story, the more important question is who is in the room. Not what the law allows. What the person standing there is actually willing to do.

Topics: nuclear weapons control, Nixon nuclear order, presidential mental fitness, nuclear launch authority, conspiracy theories

GUEST: Nathan Radke | https://www.amazon.ca/Uncover-Up-Think-Clearly-Conspiracies/dp/1770418873

Originally aired on 2026-04-15

Nuclear weapons control rests, constitutionally, with one person. In 1969 that person was drunk, incensed, and on the phone to the Joint Chiefs ordering a strike on North Korea.
Is a patriot someone who follows the law or someone who breaks it to protect the country? That question is not rhetorical. It is the specific calculation that a secretary of defense and a general both made, decades apart, when they quietly placed themselves between a president and the button. One had no constitutional authority. Neither did the other.
Next time a world leader's mental fitness becomes a news story, the more important question is who is in the room. Not what the law allows. What the person standing there is actually willing to do.
Topics: nuclear weapons control, Nixon nuclear order, presidential mental fitness, nuclear launch authority, conspiracy theories
GUEST: Nathan Radke |<a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Uncover-Up-Think-Clearly-Conspiracies/dp/1770418873"> https://www.amazon.ca/Uncover-Up-Think-Clearly-Conspiracies/dp/1770418873</a>
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-04-15

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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.