What Do You Get a Wookiee for Christmas?
Yes, that’s a real song. Richard Crouse takes us deep into pop culture oddities, including the legendary (and legendarily awful) Star Wars Holiday Special.

They also talk about viral teen slang forcing fast food chains to adapt, a digital-only “reality” show run entirely by AI, and a chaotic streak of celebrity ambushes that’s earned one influencer bans across multiple countries. Equal parts absurd and insightful, it’s a holiday episode full of nostalgic nods and modern madness.

Why a Killer Santa Movie Deserves a Cocktail This Good
’Tis the season for blood, booze, and bizarre holiday traditions. Richard Crouse brings back Booze and Reviews with a breakdown of Silent Night, Deadly Night, the slasher reboot you didn’t know you needed. This version mixes twisted nostalgia with practical gore and a surprisingly satisfying revenge plot — plus it leans hard into Dexter-style “bad guy vs. worse guy” ethics.

To balance the chaos, Richard serves up three unforgettable cocktail stories: the Snowball, created to unload a Dutch booze surplus; Irish Coffee, born during a brutal 1943 flight delay; and George Washington’s eggnog — packed with brandy, rye, rum, and regret. This episode blends history, horror, and hilarity in one boozy sleigh ride.

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Richard Crouse
http://richardcrouse.ca

Originally aired on 2025-12-11

What Do You Get a Wookiee for Christmas? Yes, that&rsquo;s a real song. Richard Crouse takes us deep into pop culture oddities, including the legendary (and legendarily awful) Star Wars Holiday Special.
They also talk about viral teen slang forcing fast food chains to adapt, a digital-only &ldquo;reality&rdquo; show run entirely by AI, and a chaotic streak of celebrity ambushes that&rsquo;s earned one influencer bans across multiple countries. Equal parts absurd and insightful, it&rsquo;s a holiday episode full of nostalgic nods and modern madness.
Why a Killer Santa Movie Deserves a Cocktail This Good &rsquo;Tis the season for blood, booze, and bizarre holiday traditions. Richard Crouse brings back Booze and Reviews with a breakdown of Silent Night, Deadly Night, the slasher reboot you didn&rsquo;t know you needed. This version mixes twisted nostalgia with practical gore and a surprisingly satisfying revenge plot &mdash; plus it leans hard into Dexter-style &ldquo;bad guy vs. worse guy&rdquo; ethics.
To balance the chaos, Richard serves up three unforgettable cocktail stories: the Snowball, created to unload a Dutch booze surplus; Irish Coffee, born during a brutal 1943 flight delay; and George Washington&rsquo;s eggnog &mdash; packed with brandy, rye, rum, and regret. This episode blends history, horror, and hilarity in one boozy sleigh ride.
GUEST: Richard Crouse <a href="http://richardcrouse.ca">http://richardcrouse.ca</a>
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-12-11

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.