The Northern Sentinels Podcast

Most people don’t want to share their struggles with others. There can be many reasons for this hesitancy, but openness about personal challenges often has positive outcomes. On this NSP Short, Tim Powers shares his battle with depression and how the support of friends and family was key to finding mental wellness.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Inst...

Image credit: Fairvote.ca I was disappointed to learn from Tim Powers that you only need to get 32% of the vote to win a federal election. This means that two thirds of Canadians wanted another option. Listen to the NSP Short for more about how the lowest common denominator has taken over Canadian politics.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NS...

On this episode, I chat with former national news anchor Kevin Newman. I had never met Kevin before I reached out to him to be a guest on the show, but it turns out we know many of the same people. I wanted to find a guest with a background in media to talk about how the media landscape has evolved from the trusted evening news when I was a kid, to most people having no idea what is real anymore....

Image credit - David Goldman/Associated Press How does a country end up in a war? What are the sacrifices that result? On this NSP Short, Kevin Newman shares his efforts to answer those questions through the documentary Revealed: Path to War. Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NSP Podcast Music Credit (episodes 19 - onwards): PaulYudin, Upbeat U...

Image credit - The Canadian Press/Graham Hughes Canadians are anticipating an electing in the fall of 2025. Instead of the political parties attacking each other, wouldn’t it be great to focus on issues? Ever wonder how this culture of hyper-partisan politics came about? How has this impacted Canada’s place in the world? Former new anchor Kevin Newman gives you his take on this NSP Short.  Thanks...

On this episode, I’m joined by Melanie Nadeau. Hailing from Port Cartier in Northern Quebec, as a kid Melanie loved the outdoors, was a good student, and an accomplished athlete. With all that talent, she was keen to find adventure outside of her small town, so she joined the Navy. After five years in uniform she was onto the next challenge at the University of Waterloo where she studies environme...

Most people think of technology when they hear the word innovation. Is innovation just about technology or is it something bigger? As the CEO of an organization that focuses on innovation, Melanie Nadeau has a different view. Listen to her perspective on this NSP Short.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NSP Podcast Music Credit (episodes 19 -...

Lots of companies and government organizations love to speak about providing balance for their employees. This is likely well intentioned, but unachievable. On this NSP short, Melanie Nadeau shares her views on balance, choices, and managing work demands as a CEO.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NSP Podcast Music Credit (episodes 19 - onward...

On this episode, I’m joined by Perrin Beatty. Originally from Fergus, Ontario, Perrin’s family arrived from Ireland in the 1820’s and his ancestors started Beatty Brothers Limited which grew into a major international agriculture and home appliance company. Perrin caught the political bug at age 12 when he helped out in a local campaign. A decade later he was a member of parliament and stayed in t...

Image credit - Photo courtesy of the Wellington County Museum and Archives Beatty Brothers Ltd. employees at the Fergus Swimming Pool (which became known as the Beatty Pool), 1940 There is no doubt businesses need to make money, but it’s not all about money. Listen to Perrin Beatty explain how business is about art, community, and the underpinnings of our way of life, on this NSP Short. Thanks aga...

Being accountable for your actions is something children need to understand before adulthood. We teach this because you will not be seen as trusted or credible as a friend, partner, or leader without this quality. On this NSP Short, Perrin Beatty talks about the lack of accountability in the modern political environment.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP o...

On this episode, I’m joined by former Commander of the Canadian Army, Mike Jeffery. Born in London, England, Mike immigrated to Canada just prior to his tenth birthday and was raised Leamington, Ontario on the shores of Lake Erie. He joined the Army at 16 as a private soldier under the Canadian Army Soldier Apprentice Program. After completing the two year program, he graduated and became a gunner...

The most shocking thing about my discussion with former Army Commander Mike Jeffery was how strikingly similar his challenges were in 2000  as they are today. On this NSP Short, he describes the problem as he saw it at the turn of the millennium. Does this deeply rooted problem still exist today in the army and the wider military? Take a listen and judge for yourself.   Thanks again for listening...

There is lots of discussion today in Canada about why defence procurement is so difficult. There is no single answer to this question, but one thing is for certain, decisions of the past have impacted the present. On this NSP Short, Mike Jeffery provides some first hand insight into one such decision that made this process so onerous.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on...

On this episode, I’m joined by Sheldon Fernandez. Born and raised in Vaughn, Ontario to Anglo-Indian parents, Sheldon had a mix of interests growing up with computers and athletics being the dominant themes. With a little nudge from his folks, he applied to the University of Waterloo and was accepted into the demanding Computer Engineering program. The university’s famous co-op program was instrum...

Many of our Northern Sentinels have spoken about the importance of the grind in achieving your goals and Sheldon Fernandez is no exception. On this NSP Short, Sheldon reinforces the importance of grit in getting to good or even great.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NSP Podcast Music Credit (episodes 19 - onwards): PaulYudin, Upbeat Upliftin...

How do we regulate AI when the experts are still grappling with the implications of this technology? Not an easy question to answer. Listen to Sheldon Fernandez’s perspective on this NSP Short.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NSP Podcast Music Credit (episodes 19 - onwards): PaulYudin, Upbeat Uplifting Corporate NSP Podcast Music Credit (epi...

On this episode, I’m joined by Alaina Mundy. A descendant from someone who fought on the Plains of Abraham, Alaina grew up in a military family and tried to do something other than the family business after high school. It was not to be. She joined the military as a admin clerk in the Air Force and loved it. Her passion for her new profession was grounded in her ability to help people everyday.  S...

Any professional transition is difficult. It becomes more so without the support of the organization and its leaders. Alaina Mundy shares her “one rule” for leaders when helping someone transition from their career.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NSP Podcast Music Credit (episodes 19 - onwards): PaulYudin, Upbeat Uplifting Corporate NSP Pod...

Image credit - Diaqnoz.az We can learn so much from others around us if we are curious and open to a discussion. On this NSP Short, Alaina Mundy shares how her team at La Senza made her a better leader.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NSP Podcast Music Credit (episodes 19 - onwards): PaulYudin, Upbeat Uplifting Corporate NSP Podcast Music Cr...

On this episode, I’m joined by four time CFL Grey Cup Champion, Tim Fleiszer. Born and raised in Montreal, Tim grew up with two dominant environments - medicine and sports. His mother was a child psychologist and father a trauma surgeon. On the sports side, his father was an accomplished university athlete and the physician for the Montreal Canadians and Alouettes. A multi-sport athlete, Tim chose...

Image credit: Mile High Hockey It’s often hard to figure out how to find balance on an issue. This is even more difficult when it comes to the health and wellness of our children. On this NSP Short, Tim Fleiszer provides his thoughts on how to keep kids active in sports and reduce the risk on concussions.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NSP...

There’s no smooth road to becoming a champion. The real work takes place out of the spotlight and it’s riddled with failure, doubt, and an endless grind. Listen to Tim Fleiszer’s perspective take on achieving your goals on this NSP Short.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NSP Podcast Music Credit (episodes 19 - onwards): PaulYudin, Upbeat Upli...

Not long ago, Canada was a very important ally to the US. This was not simply in words, but in deeds. On this NSP Short, Michel Maisonneuve provides proof that we used to be somebody. Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NSP Podcast Music Credit (episodes 19 - onwards): PaulYudin, Upbeat Uplifting Corporate NSP Podcast Music Credit (episodes 1 - 1...

When her hometown was devastated by a train derailment, Marie-Claude Arguin and her family dropped everything and returned to Lac Megantic to help. On this NSP Short, hear her story about why sometimes service is not a choice.  Thanks again for listening to the NSP. NSP on LinkedIn NSP on Facebook NSP on Instagram NSP Podcast Music Credit (episodes 19 - onwards): PaulYudin, Upbeat Uplifting Corpor...