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Spies Like Us

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Canada
Foreign Interference
Canadian Security Intelligence Service
ISIS
Hamas
Electric Vehicles
Honda Corporation
Terrorism
Hezbollah
Five Eye Alliance
James Bay
Palestine
Omar Khadr
National Security
Paramilitary
Lebanon
Elections
Alberta
Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act
National Security Intelligence Committee Of Parliamentarians

Conversations about all things national security in Canada and globally hosted by three retired Canadian intelligence practitioners with almost a century of experience in SIGINT, HUMINT and other forms of intelligence.

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While drug-addled Al deals with a centipede from the seventh layer of hell, the boys (sober for once) delve into the rhetoric over the far left/far right in the West, why labeling organised crime groups terrorists is a 'terror-ible' idea and offer so... more

The guys are back in the virtual bar for another season! After two months of R&R they delve into the arrest of a self-appointed ‘Queen of Canada/World”, counselling sessions for ISIS terrorists (‘couch jihadis’?) and why ‘native extremist’ investigat... more

What do you get when you let three former spies loose on questions from their 'fans'? The regular 'ask us' episode! We bet you have never had to think about the importance of a Farsi (Persian)-speaking parrot. Only here...

This week the lads weigh in on the killing of two politicians in Minnesota, US Emperor Cheetoh's dismissal of his own nation's intelligence and what to do if a peeler dressed as a cop shows up at your bachelorette party (hint, hint, ask for ID!). Oh ... more

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Recent Guests

Mubin Shaikh
Former intelligence asset and RCMP agent involved in the Toronto 18 case
Episode: Spies Like Us: Season 2 Episode 30: Spies Move 'N Shake
David Gioe
Global Professor of Intelligence and International Security at King's College, London, and a former CIA analyst.
King's College, London
Episode: Spies Like Us - Season 2 Episode 27: CIA tells SLU "NO foreign intel collection for Canada? No way!"
Andy Ellis
Former CSIS officer, CEO of Profound Corporation, and president of Ellis Global Risk Assessment
Profound Corporation
Episode: Why Canada says sorry a lot, even when it comes to intelligence
Sam Cooper
Journalist and author of 'Willful Blindness', focusing on Chinese interference in Canada.
Bureau
Episode: Hogus Pocus...Bogus
Ryan Zorn
Former intelligence officer for CSIS with a background in OSINT and cyber investigations
Cyber Analysis Center
Episode: AIAI-oh!
Tim O'Neil
Former member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and Canadian Security Intelligence Service
Episode: Spies Like Us is intelligent, evidently

Hosts

Phil Gursky
Co-host and commentator with expertise in intelligence and national security.
Neil Bisson
Co-host and law enforcement veteran with substantial experience in national security.
Al Tridentic
Co-host and security analyst with a background in intelligence operations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Good content

    Thanks guys. I’m learning a lot. No need to apologize for being negative, these are facts of current political evolving world. There were a few spots I couldn’t hear due to audio issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Eric or Darla
    Canadaa year ago

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The hosts receive praise for their extensive experience and candid discussions.

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#218
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Apple Podcasts
#62
Austria/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#221
Denmark/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#229
Brazil/News/Daily News

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Q: How do we fix the integrity of Canadian democracy amidst foreign interference?
A lack of understanding about the difference between intelligence and evidence is one major issue, and there needs to be more transparency and regulation about political party fundraising.
AIAI-oh!
Q: How can the Canadian intelligence community counter some of the issues posed by AI?
By understanding that limiting tools and data is not the solution; instead, providing better tools and data is essential for effective intelligence work.
AIAI-oh!
Q: What keeps you up at night regarding AI?
The potential for disinformation and how AI can easily manipulate narratives to mislead the public or policymakers.
Spies Like Us is intelligent, evidently
Q: In your experience, is it tough to transition a source from CSIS to become a confidential informant for the RCMP?
Yes, the motivations of the source play a significant role in this decision, as it involves exposing them to criminal legal processes.
Spies Like Us is intelligent, evidently
Q: With all the foreign interference inquiry revelations, what's your view on whether the RCMP is equipped to effectively investigate foreign interference?
The RCMP's capabilities largely depend on their mandate and resources, and typically CSIS takes the lead on foreign interference investigations, but cooperation is essential.

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The podcast focuses on discussions around national security matters, featuring insights and analysis from three retired Canadian intelligence practitioners. Topics frequently addressed include intelligence operations, terrorism, political extremism, and various security challenges both within Canada and internationally. Frequent reflections on unique experiences in the intelligence community provide listeners with an engaging perspective on current events, while episodes delve into historical contexts and the implications of government actions on public safety. The informal banter among hosts adds a relatable touch, further enhancing the appeal of the content to audiences interested in security issues.

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