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A podcast for Canada, in a dangerous new world. The global order is shifting under our feet. Our best friend might become an enemy. It’s a psychic shock, and a threat to our sovereignty that demands a response. It's also an opportunity. So, what are we going to do about it? Longtime journalist and podcast host Jordan Heath-Rawlings (The Big Story, The Gravy Train) examines this strange new world a... more

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If you've seen American television discussing Canada's response to the Trump administration's trade war and annexation rhetoric, you've probably seen Charlie Angus. The longtime NDP MP (who chose to step down this year rather than seek reelection) ha... more

Have you seen a lot of Maple Leaf stickers and signs in your grocery store lately? Maybe even next to products you know are sold by American companies that are "prepared in Canada"? Wondering what that actually means? 

There are any number of design... more

From intelligence services to border control to the military and everything in between, Canada has designed its national security infrastructure to work in concert with the United States, not in opposition to it. It's now clear this could be a really... more

Whenever the prospect of "51st state" is mentioned, many Canadians wonder what would happen if it really came to that. Others wonder what they'd do in that situation? How could they help? Could they really fight for their country? 

The easiest way t... more

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Stephanie Carvin
Associate professor of international relations and former national security analyst for the government of Canada.
Carleton University
Episode: Untangling Canada's national security from America's
Commander Paul Smith
The commanding officer of HMCS York, Toronto's Naval Reserve Division
HMCS York
Episode: What you need to know about Canada’s reserve forces. Including … is it for you?
Jessica Moorhouse
Author of Everything But Money, and the host of the More Money podcast.
Episode: How to save your money, and your country, in a trade war
Jesse Hirsh
Technologist and Futurist, one of Canada's leading cybersecurity experts
jessiehirsh.com
Episode: Canadian cybersecurity and fighting a digital war
Peter MacLeod
Principal at Mass Lbp
Mass Lbp
Episode: Let's build a Civil Defence Corps!

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Jordan Heath-Rawlings
Host and journalist with a focus on Canadian issues and national security.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 162 ratings
  • Americans: elbows up to the moron in the White House!

    I love your program. I’m a 70 year old guy living in Wisconsin. I am embarrassed by this fascist clown we have as president. Canada a security threat? He’s our greatest security threat. (A bit of history for all of us to remember: Canada had their own beach on D-Day and punched way above their weight. Thanks Canada)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Old white American guy
    United States5 days ago
  • Reassuring voices in a turbulent time

    I appreciate how down to earth and practical the hosts and guests are. Discussing what ordinary Canadians should expect and what we can do to help right now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crazygrrl
    Canada6 days ago
  • A Podcast for Canadians Right Now

    I used to listen to Jordan on another podcast that shall it be named and immediately stopped listening after his departure. I’m so glad he’s back with this timely, topical and thought-provoking podcast. I don’t usually write podcast reviews but - this one’s a good one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nybjc
    Canada9 days ago
  • Odd

    I dunno

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    J. Oatmon
    Canada9 days ago
  • Critical and timely!

    Listen now and listen often. This is empowering and validating. More of this please!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosenlakefghrtzxnh
    Canada14 days ago

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What you need to know about Canada’s reserve forces. Including … is it for you?
Q: How does the Canadian Armed Forces address diversity issues?
Commander Smith states that while the Canadian Armed Forces is becoming more understanding and accepting regarding diversity, challenges remain and progress moves slowly, yet the landscape has improved since his early days.
What you need to know about Canada’s reserve forces. Including … is it for you?
Q: What is the recruiting process like for the Naval Reserve?
The recruiting process for the Naval Reserve involves applying online or visiting a recruiting center, and then undergoing a physical fitness test followed by basic training and trade training based on the individual's aptitude.
What you need to know about Canada’s reserve forces. Including … is it for you?
Q: What does it take to join Canada's reserve forces?
Joining Canada's reserve forces requires attending training one or two nights per week and one Saturday a month, completing a physical fitness test, aptitude test, and passing a medical check.
Untangling Canada's national security from America's
Q: What would it look like to enhance Canadians' security sovereignty?
It involves a broader debate on Canada potentially creating its own foreign human intelligence service to have more control over intelligence collection.
Untangling Canada's national security from America's
Q: What kinds of plans should they be drawing up to deal with that massive level of interconnectivity and the fact that we can no longer rely on it?
They should focus on increasing defense and establishing enhanced cooperation with European partners for intelligence sharing.

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