
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.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 84 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsDaily News | |||

To prove that three old guys - ok, in Neil's case old-ish - are with it and hip with technology we go video this week! You can actually hear AND see us - how cool is that? Phil learns that the Shanghai sweetheart on LinkedIn may not be who she claims... more
As Phil sips on a "Lumbersexual" IPA - whatever that means - and jet-lagged Al is barely comatose (and Neil is, well, Neil) - the lads weigh in on why should NOT bring ISIS terrorists home, including those who go to a firing range on their wedding da... more
With Al's triumphant return from wherever he was - don't ask, don't tell! - the lads weigh in on Canada's joke of a citizenship removal system despite obvious fraud and terrorism links, the US counter-terrorism ?strategy? that somehow missed all the ... more
After a short hiatus the Al-less boys - does this make us a duet? - are back and it's all about China. Neil and Phil talk with Canada's top Sinologist (that means China watcher for you non-China watchers) Charles Burton about why exactly the Canadian... more
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I think the latest episode someone actually disagreed with Phil….. wow.
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The show offers in-depth, often brisk conversations about national security with a distinctly Canadian lens, blending policy analysis, current events, and practical insights from seasoned insiders. Topics frequently center on terrorism, surveillance, foreign interference, immigration policy, encryption, and the workings of CSIS and other security agencies, all discussed in a candid, bar-table style that pairs expert critique with practical takeaways. A recurring strength is turning complex security issues into accessible, real-world discussions, sometimes with humorous banter that keeps heavy topics engaging. Listeners may appreciate the mix of historical experience, current events context, and a willingness to challenge official narratives... more
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Recent guests on Spies Like Us include:
1. Charles Burton
2. Andrew Kirsch
3. Lauren Anderson
4. Eric von Stackelburg
5. Mubin Shaikh
6. David Gioe
7. Andy Ellis
8. Sam Cooper
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