The CGAI Podcast Network

On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan begin with a discussion of the dispute between Iraq and Turkey on the legality of oil exports from Kurdistan. For the interview section of the podcast, Kelly talks with Jo Michell about the Kaya Identity and what it could mean for the economics and politics of emissions reduction. Guest Bio: - Jo Michell is Associate P...

On this episode of The Global Exchange, Colin Robertson discusses the role of Canada in the world economy with The Hon. Anne McLellan, Mark McQueen, and Todd Winterhalt. This episode is from our Annual Canada in the World Conference, which took place on June 2, 2023. This event was made possible thanks to the support of our strategic sponsors, Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics Canada, Irvin...

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, Charlotte Duval-Lantoine speaks to Lieutenant-General Jocelyn Paul about the Canadian Army's efforts to reconstitute and change its culture. Dave Perry is joined by Kate Todd to discuss the week in defence news. This episode is part of a series exploring the challenges facing CAF Reconstitution and culture change, made possible thanks to the Department of...

On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Joe Calnan discusses current events in energy security, including the 2035 Canada Net Zero electricity plan, labour disputes in Australia, and the Argentinian primary election upset. For the interview section of the podcast, Kelly talks with Genevieve Donnellon-May about China's central role on water diplomacy in Asia. Guest Bio: - Genevieve Do...

On this episode of the Global Exchange, Ian Brodie speaks to Yaroslav Baran, The Hon. Peter MacKay, the Hon. John Manley, and Kathleen Monk about polarization, its effects on international affairs, and how to overcome it. his episode is from our Annual Canada in the World Conference, which took place on June 2, 2023. This event was made possible thanks to the support of our strategic sponsors, Loc...

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, Julia Scouten speaks to VADm (ret'd) Ron Lloyd, Warren Connors, and Lloyd Hewitt about the role of digital transformation in anti-submarine warfare. This episode is an excerpt from our conference, Canadian Anti Submarine Warfare in the Future Strategic Environment, which took place on June 15, 2023. It was made possible thanks to the support of the Departm...

On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly talks with Rebecca Schulz about the relationship between the Government of Alberta and the Federal Government on environmental matters, including the oil and gas emissions cap, the clean electricity regulations, and the Impact Assessment Act. Guest Bio: - Rebecca Schulz is the Minister of Environment and Protected Areas for the Government...

On this episode of The Global Exchange, Meredith Lilly speaks to Mary Lovely, Mark Warner, and Robert Asselin about the development of industrial policy in Western countries and the sister policy of friendshoring. This episode is an extract from our Trade conference, which took place on March 29, 2023. It was made possible thanks to the support of our strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, Gen...

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, Dr. Timothy Choi speaks to Jennifer Parker, Dr. Rebecca Pincus, and Capt (N) John Strunk about the submarine threat. This episode is an excerpt from our conference, Canadian Anti Submarine Warfare in the Future Strategic Environment, which took place on June 15, 2023. It was made possible thanks to the support of the Department of National Defence's MINDS...

On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan discuss current events in energy security, including updates on the price of crude oil, and considerations for electric long-haul transport. For the interview section of the podcast, Kelly talks with Heather Exner-Pirot about the current situation for resource development in the Arctic, as well as a broad discussion of...

On this episode of The Global Exchange, Colin Robertson speaks to Susan Markham, Colonel Julie Callacott, and Charlotte Duval-Lantoine about the role of women in peace and security, and the importance of gender inclusion for culture change in the military. You can find out more about the Peace with Women Fellowship here: https://halifaxtheforum.org/hfx-peace-with-women Participants' bios Susan Mar...

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, Charlotte Duval-Lantoine speaks to Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee about culture change and reconstitution in the Royal Canadian Navy. This episode is part of a series exploring the challenges facing CAF Reconstitution and culture change, made possible thanks to the Department of National Defence's MINDS Program. Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irvin...

On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan discuss current events in energy security, including the Canadian government's fossil fuel subsidy phase-out, tension in the Persian Gulf, and the importance of minor metals. For the interview section of the podcast, Kelly talks with Marla Orenstein and Brendan Cooke of the Canada West Foundation about their recent rep...

On this episode of The Global Exchange, Colin Robertson speaks to the Hon. Mary Ng about Canada's international trade. This episode is an excerpt from our June 2nd conference, "A Window on the World," made possible thanks to the support of our strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics, Irving Shipbuilding, Pathways Alliance, and conference gold sponsor Raytheon Technologies. Part...

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry speaks to Lieutenant-General Jocelyn Paul about Canadian Army modernization and adaptation. Participant bio Lieutenant-General Jocelyn Paul is the Commander of the Canadian Army. https://www.canada.ca/en/army/corporate/senior-leaders/commander.html Dave Perry is the President of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute – https://www.cgai.ca/staff#...

On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan discuss current events in energy security, including the definition of "foreign entities of concern" and labour disputes in British Columbia. For the interview section of the podcast, Kelly and Jacquie Hoornweg continue the West Meets East series with a conversation on the announcements surrounding the expansion of nuc...

On this episode of The Global Exchange, Maureen Boyd moderates a panel on the future of the US democracy with H.E. David Cohen, David MacNaughton, and Bruce Stokes. This episode is from our Annual Canada in the World Conference, which took place on June 2, 2023. This event was made possible thanks to the support of our strategic sponsors, Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics Canada, Irving Shi...

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, Robert Baines speaks to David Perry, Anessa Kimball, and Alexander Lanoszka about the 2023 NATO Summit which took place in Vilnius. This episode is a recording from an event organized by the NATO Association of Canada. Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. Participants' bios: Anessa Kimball is an associate professor in the Departm...

On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan discuss current events in energy security, including the costs and benefits of the Trans-Mountain Pipeline Expansion and the outlook for China's influence over minerals. For the interview section of the podcast, Kelly talks with Rhona DelFrari about environmental efforts in Canada's oil and gas sector, and what Cenovus...

On this episode of The Global Exchange, Colin Robertson speaks to Pamela Isfield, Dan Livermore, and Michael Small about reforming the Canadian foreign service. Participants' bios Pamela Isfeld is the President of the Professional Associations of Foreign Office Officers (PAFSO) – https://pafso.com/about/presidents-message/ Dan Livermore is honorary senior fellow at the University of Ottawa's Schoo...

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry speaks to Senator Tony Dean about the report from the Standing Senate Committee on National Security, Defence, and Veterans Affairs on Arctic Security. Guest Bio: Senator Tony Dean is the Chair of the Standing Senate Committee on National Security, Defence, and Veterans Affairs – https://sencanada.ca/en/senators/dean-tony/ Host bio: Dave Perry...

On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan discuss current events in energy security, including the concept of price controls on energy imports and the latest news from OPEC+. For the interview section of the podcast, Kelly talks with Erica Downs about Chinese energy geopolitics, including its relationship with Russia, countries in the Middle East, and with the...

On this episode of The Global Exchange, Colin Robertson is joined by Kerry Buck, Imants Liegis, Julian Lindley-French, and Andrew Rasiulis about NATO and the upcoming summit in Vilnius. Participants bios: Kerry Buck is a retired Canadian Diplomat and a CGAI Fellow – https://www.cgai.ca/kerry_buck1 Imants Liegis is a retired diplomat and a member of The Alphen Group – https://thealphengroup.com/ima...

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, Dave Perry speaks toGeordie Jeakins to discuss defence innovation in the Five Eyes and the lessons for Canada. This episode is based on a report from Oliver Wyman and funded by the Department of National Defence’s MINDS Program. To read the report, go to: https://www.cgai.ca/innovating_for_defence Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuild...

On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan discuss current events in energy security, including China's relationship with Qatar and a new Japanese-funded coal-fired power plant in Bangladesh. For the interview section of the podcast, Kelly talks with Shehryar Omar about the challenges facing Pakistan's energy systems, and a vision for the future of energy in Pa...