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Gloves Off is about the threat to Canada’s sovereignty and how the country can thrive in the new world disorder. Because it’s not just about surviving as a nation. It’s about winning. Hosted by journalist and author Stephen Marche.

It’s been a year of the old world order falling apart. The rules-based international order is over. But it’s also been a year of great unthinkable change—change to the ... more

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In this extended interview, Stephen Marche speaks with Anthony Dworkin of the European Council on Foreign Relations about whether Canada and Europe can build a new middle power alliance in a world increasingly shaped by U.S. and Chinese power.

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In this extended interview, Stephen Marche speaks with Gil Durán, author of The Nerd Reich about Silicon Valley’s radical turn against democracy. They explore the rise of tech oligarchs, the political power of billionaires, the weaponization of socia... more

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As Canada inches closer to China’s “global swagger” to escape the US’s orbit, do we even know who we’re dealing with? Host Noor Azrieh sits down with Jonathan Cheng, The Wall Street Journal‘s China B... more

In this extended interview, economist Dan Ciuriak speaks with Stephen Marche about what a trade war with the United States would actually mean for Canada—and why the bigger opportunity may be building new markets, strengthening our economy, and takin... more

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Gil Durán
Independent journalist, author of The Nerd Reich newsletter and host of the Nerd Reich podcast
Nerd Reich / Independent Journalist
Episode: What's Behind Google Maps renaming Lake Ontario: The Politicization of the Tech Oligarchs Who Want to Break Democracy: Extended Interview with Gil Durán
Jonathan Cheng
The Wall Street Journal's China Bureau Chief
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: From CANADALAND: Is Carney Chinamaxxing?
Alastair Campbell
Political operative, co-host of The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is Politics (podcast)
Episode: What Are We Fighting For?
Rutger Bregman
Dutch economist and historian, author of Utopia For Realists
Public intellectual featured in media
Episode: What Are We Fighting For?
Julie Smith
United States permanent representative to NATO under the Biden administration
NATO/US Government
Episode: What Are We Fighting For?
Aalia Elachi
Advocate featured in the episode discussing the Australian Heads Up Alliance and social media ban for kids under 16
Heads Up Alliance / Australian Families delaying social media
Episode: How Canada Beats Tech Influence
Gil Duran
Author of Nerd Reich, Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy
Author/Commentator
Episode: How Canada Beats Tech Influence
Margarethe Vestager
Former European Commissioner for Competition
European Commission
Episode: How Canada Wins at Tech
Cristina Caffarra
Antitrust and regulatory economist focused on digital sovereignty in Europe
Eurostack / European policy
Episode: How Canada Wins at Tech

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Stephen Marche
Host of Gloves Off

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 650 ratings
  • Love this podcast

    I love this podcast and Marche is fantastic. But one quibble: please don’t ever ever ever again use the Gloves Off podcast home to steer listeners to the CANADALAND podcast the way you did just a few days ago in encouraging us to listening to its ChinaMaxxing episode. I didn’t even make it through the opening insufferable, obnoxious “Everybody’s ChinaMaxxing” sound montage. Please, if it’s not a new “Gloves Off” episode, just stay dark until there is one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    therojay
    United States11 days ago
  • Excellent series

    Gloves Off is an excellent podcast. Every Canadian should listen to it. Stephen Marche speaks with fascinating, informed people who explore all aspects of our current crisis. The episode with economist Dan Ciuriak is one of the most enlightening..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kits Pat
    Canada14 days ago
  • The speech 'skips' almost like a scratched cd (or is it only for me?)

    Podcast Addict
    3
    wVVR79
    14 days ago
  • Season 2 is even better

    Great topics and discussion. I wish cross check episodes would be available as audio only as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SteSim
    Canada16 days ago
  • Keep it up!

    Please please keep up this momentum. We are becoming a new Canada. Looking forward to Season 3.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cavendish 2020
    Canada18 days ago

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Listeners praise the thoughtful, well-researched interviews and practical takeaways for Canada.
Positive feedback frequently highlights high production quality and insightful guests.
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Many applaud nonpartisan, balanced analysis and depth in conversations with leading thinkers.

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#24
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#50
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#6
Canada/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#196
Italy/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#162
New Zealand/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#214
Ireland/Society & Culture

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From CANADALAND: Is Carney Chinamaxxing?
Q: Why does Canada pursue a pivot to China despite lingering concerns?
Canada seeks diversification of trade and energy security while balancing domestic political pressures and the strategic reality of a Beijing-led global balance, aiming to avoid overreliance on the US while maintaining relationships with both powers.
From CANADALAND: Is Carney Chinamaxxing?
Q: How would you describe the temperature of Canada-China relations right now?
Relations are warming from a period of deep freeze, with more meetings and a cautious openness, though Canada remains wary and China tests limits while weighing concessions and public opinion.
From CANADALAND: Is Carney Chinamaxxing?
Q: What actually happened that was important here?
The Trump-Xi meeting produced few concrete deals, suggesting the talk was more about signaling relationships than delivering tangible outcomes, while the broader narrative emphasized strategic alignment and mutual understanding rather than volume of agreements.
What's Behind Google Maps renaming Lake Ontario: The Politicization of the Tech Oligarchs Who Want to Break Democracy: Extended Interview with Gil Durán
Q: What can be done to push back against billionaire influence while preserving essential freedoms like speech?
Durán emphasizes increasing public awareness, supporting regulatory power that does not veer into China-style governance, and pursuing measures to reassert public power—such as taxation or policies that limit billionaire dominance—without sacrificing essential democratic freedoms.
What's Behind Google Maps renaming Lake Ontario: The Politicization of the Tech Oligarchs Who Want to Break Democracy: Extended Interview with Gil Durán
Q: Can you give concrete examples from your experience that show tech power influencing democratic processes?
Durán discusses the 2020-2021 recalls in San Francisco funded by venture capitalists and a Republican billionaire, illustrating how money can drive political outcomes and fuel a broader narrative of anti-democratic governance, which he views as part of a larger pattern where billionaires shape public policy.

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The series centers on Canada's evolving role in a rearranged global order, arguing for a shift from reliance on the US toward a pragmatic middle-power strategy built on sovereignty, economic resilience, and diversified alliances. Through rigorous interviews with policy scholars, military experts, and cultural commentators, it maps out how Canada can “win” in a world of growing geopolitical fragmentation, leveraging defense readiness, regional cooperation, and strategic diplomacy. A standout feature is the breadth of guests—from seasoned generals and political scientists to prominent authors—paired with a research-driven approach that underpins practical proposals for national autonomy and influence.

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2. Jonathan Cheng
3. Alastair Campbell
4. Rutger Bregman
5. Julie Smith
6. Aalia Elachi
7. Gil Duran
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