CDSN Podcast Network

In the 52nd episode of Battle Rhythm, our guest host and Co-director, Erin Gibbs Van Brunschot and Steve talk about the new Canadian Network on Information and Security (CANIS) at University of Calgary, climate change as a security issue, localizing international events such as the Calgary Stampede and the Tokyo Olympics and the Afghanistan withdraw. Today’s feature interview guest is Political Scientist Sarah Shoker [29:10], currently a SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellow. This week’s RnR segment [54:45], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: Wellington Paranormal, Queen's Gambit, Facebook Oculus

Dans ce 17e épisode de Conseils de sécurité, Sarah-Myriam et Thomas s'entretiennent avec Artur Wilczynski, chef adjoint associé pour le renseignement électromagnétique – le SIGINT – au Centre de la sécurité des télécommunications (CST), au gouvernement fédéral canadien. Artur est aussi le champion pour l’équité, la diversité et l’inclusion au sein du CST. On parle donc de ces enjeux avec lui : la situation en matière de diversité et d’inclusion s’est-elle améliorée au cours des années ? Que reste-t-il encore à faire ? Artur nous explique également en quoi il est essentiel pour la communauté du renseignement de diversifier ses ressources humaines. Enfin, Artur nous parle de la coopération que poursuit le Canada avec ses plus proches alliés et partenaires afin de partager des leçons apprises au niveau de la promotion de la diversité et de l’inclusion au sein du monde du renseignement.

In the 51st episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the terrorist attack in London, Ontario, the NATO Summit, and Lt. Gen Rouleau’s decision to play golf with Vance. Today’s feature interview guest is Dr. Leah West, [22:15], lawyer and Assistant Professor of International Affairs at the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs. This week’s RnR segment [44:40], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: modok, Girls5Eva, We Are Lady Parts.

Dans cet épisode de Conseils de sécurité, Sarah-Myriam et Thomas rencontrent le Lieutenant-Général Jocelyn Paul, le membres des Premières Nations le plus haut-gradé au sein des Forces armées canadiennes. Le Lgén Paul, aujourd’hui le commandant-adjoint du Commandement interarmées de l’OTAN à Naples, nous parle des moments marquants de sa carrière. Il analyse également les défis principaux dans les relations entre les Forces et les Premières nations, notamment en matière de recrutement. Il nous explique ensuite en quoi ses origines l’ont aidé, lors de ses nombreux déploiements, et en particulier à Kandahar en Afghanistan, à mieux comprendre l’importance de la culture locale.

In the 50th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the discovery of the Kamloops Residential School burial site, latest revelations and reviews regarding sexual misconduct in the Canadian Armed forces and the diverted RyanAir flight in Belarus. Today’s feature interview guests are the hosts of our other Podcast, Conseils de sécurité [24:15], Sarah-Myriam Martin-Brûlé & Thomas Juneau are here to celebrate our 50th episode! This week’s RnR segment [55:15], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: Mitchells vs. the Machines; Dead Eyes podcast; Love, Death, and Robots

Dans cet épisode du balado "Conseils de sécurité", Thomas Juneau et Sarah-Myriam Martin-Brûlé reçoivent Séverine Autesserre, professeure de sciences politiques, spécialisée en relations internationales et les études africaines, à la faculté Barnard de l’Université de Columbia (États-Unis), multiple fois primée et récemment nommée "Chevalier dans l'Ordre des Palmes Académiques". Ils discutent de son travail au sein d'agences humanitaires et de développement en Afghanistan, au Kosovo, en République Démocratique du Congo, au Nicaragua et en Inde et de son parcours dans le monde académique. Séverine Autesserre parle des ses livres "The Trouble with Congo" (2010), "Peaceland" (2014) et nous présente son dernier ouvrage, The Frontlines of Peace: An Insider’s Guide to Changing the World, paru aux éditions Oxford University Press en mars 2021. À la lumière de ses recherches dans douze zones de conflit, elle explique notamment l'importance de privilégier une approche locale à la consolidation de la paix.

In the 49th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve reflect on today’s Feature Interview with guests Deputy Minister of the Department of National Defence, Jody Thomas and Acting Chief of the Defence Staff Lt.-Gen. Wayne Eyre. Lt.-Gen. Wayne Eyre also takes over this week’s RnR segment, where he provides some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Lt.Gen Eyre’s picks for the week are: 1. Frank Herbert’s Dune series 2. Susan Eisenhower’s How Ike lead 3. Ryan Holiday & Stephen Hanselman’s The Lives of the Stoics

Cette semaine, Sarah-Myriam et Thomas parlent avec Isabelle Desmartis, sous-ministre adjointe de Recherche et développement pour la défense Canada (RDDC) au ministère de la Défense nationale. Isabelle nous parle des activités principales de RDDC, de ses partenariats avec les secteurs académique et privé, de coopération avec les alliés du Canada, et des défis particuliers associés à la recherche dans le milieu de la défense. Elle nous explique aussi comment RDDC trouve un équilibre entre ses priorités en matière de soutien opérationnel aux besoins actuels du ministère de la Défense nationale et des Forces armées canadiennes et ses objectifs de recherche à plus long-terme.

In the 48th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the external review into sexual misconduct in the military, the new Chief of Professional Conduct and Culture and the latest requests for military assistance to support the country’s pandemic response efforts. Today’s feature interview guest is LCol. McCleod [25:45], Commander of Air Task Force - Romania, part of Operation Reassurance. This week’s RnR segment [53:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. The Faculty 2. Love and Monsters 3. Superstore

Cette semaine, Sarah-Myriam et Thomas discutent avec Thomas Mulcair, professeur invité à l’Université de Montréal. M. Mulcair a été, auparavant, chef du Nouveau Parti Démocratique (2012-17) à Ottawa et député et ministre pour le Parti Libéral du Québec (1994-2007). M. Mulcair nous parle des faits saillants de sa carrière, et de son intérêt pour les questions environnementales au fil des années. Il analyse les conséquences des changements climatiques pour la sécurité internationale et pour le Canada. Il discute aussi avec nous des implications que le changement d’administration aux États-Unis, avec l’élection du Président Biden, peut avoir pour la lutte contre les changements climatiques.

In the 47th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the House Committee meetings on sexual misconduct in the CAF, Russia’s military build-up on its border with Ukraine, and President Biden’s decision to withdraw the remaining troops from Afghanistan. Today’s feature interview guest is with Khashayar Khorasani [29:20], Principal Investigator and Director of SPNET at Concordia. This week’s RnR segment [48:25], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. A Call To Spy 2. the new John Sanford Prey novel—Ocean Prey 3. What we do the in Shadows

Dans ce douzième épisode du balado Conseils de sécurité, Thomas Juneau et Sarah-Myriam Martin-Brûlé reçoivent Madame Bouaré Bintou Founé Samaké, Ministre de la Promotion de la Femme de l'Enfant et de la Famille du Mali. Ils discutent des moments marquants de son parcours académique et professionnel et de son rôle comme Directrice Exécutive de Women in Law and Development in Africa/Femmes droits en développement en Afrique, section Mali. La Ministre présente les objectifs et les défis liés à son mandat, des enjeux que posent la pandémie et conclut sur les parternariats avec des pays comme le Canada et avec des organisations régionales et internationales telles que le G5 Sahel et la MINUSMA.

In the 46th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the sexual misconduct and assault allegations against Vice-Adm. Edmundson, Chinese ships swarming the South China Sea, and the increasingly deadly crackdown in Myanmar. Today’s feature interview guest is Dr. Bastien Giegerich [23:45], Director of Defence and Military Analysis at The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS). This week’s RnR segment [51:20], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. Bill and Ted Face the Music 2. Invincible 3. Harlan Cobden

Thomas et Sarah-Myriam discutent avec le Major-General à la retraite Denis Thompson des défis des opérations militaires, de son rôle en tant que Commandant de la Force Multinationale et d'Observateurs au Sinaï, de l'évolution des Forces Spéciales, de l'adaptation de l'armée canadienne au contexte pandémique et du rôle du Canada dans les opérations de maintien de la paix. Le Major Général Thompson conclut avec des conseils à la nouvelle génération de commandants au sein des Forces armées et à celles et ceux qui souhaitent s’engager dans l’armée canadienne."

In the 45th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about LCol Taylor’s public letter about misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces, the heated exchange between Biden and Putin and Canada gaining allies over China’s ‘hostage diplomacy.’ Today’s feature interview guest is Dr. Bessma Momani [24:45], Director of the Defence and Security Foresight Group. This week’s RnR segment [45:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. Space 1999 2. The Coroner 3. Resident Alien

In the 44th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the need for culture change within the Canadian Armed Forces, new appointments including the new VCDS and the one year anniversary of the COVID-19 Pandemic lockdown in Canada and its future implications. Today’s feature interview guest is Dr. Linna Tam-Seto [24:30], the CDSN’s first Postdoctoral Research Fellow. This week’s RnR segment [46:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. Moxie 2. This is Spinal Tap 3. Nancy Drew

Pour ce dixième épisode de Conseils de sécurité, Sarah-Myriam et Thomas rencontrent Michelle Tessier, sous-directrice aux opérations au Service canadien du renseignement de sécurité. Nous discutons avec elle de l'adaptation du Service au cours des dernières années face à l'évolution de la menace posée notamment par l'ingérence étrangère, alors que l'extrémisme et le terrorisme continuent et se diversifient. Elle nous parle ensuite des bénéfices qu'apporte la diversité au sein d'une organisation comme le SCRS. Enfin, nous discutons de l'impact de la pandémie sur le travail du Service, et des leçons que le SCRS a apprises au cours de la dernière année.

In the 43rd episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the allegations of sexual misconduct against the former CDS, the NATO Defence Ministerial and the United States’ return to multilateralism. Today we have two feature interview guests from different ends of the partnership spectrum; Lcol Jamie Phillips [24:45], Commander of Operation PRESENCE- Mali, Task Force Bamako & guest interview with CDSN co-director, Dr. Andrea Charron & BrigGen Pete Fesler [35:20], Deputy Director of Operations, Headquarters North American Aerospace Defense Command, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. This week’s RnR segment [50:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. Flora & Ulysses 2. Good Hair 3. Mont Ste. Marie

Dans ce 9ième épisode Thomas Juneau et Sarah-Myriam Martin-Brûlé reçoivent Laurence Deschamps-Laporte, chercheure invitée au CÉRIUM, professeure invitée à l’Université de Montréal et jusqu’à tout récemment, Chef de cabinet du Ministre des Affaires étrangères. Madame Deschamps-Laporte détient un doctorat et une maîtrise de l’Université d’Oxford où elle était boursière Rhodes. Elle est spécialiste du Moyen-Orient, de l’étude des mouvements islamistes et du salafisme. Elle s’intéresse à l’étude de la politique étrangère canadienne, au féminisme au sein des relations internationales ainsi qu'à la politique et aux sociétés du Moyen-Orient. Elle a été chef de cabinet de trois Ministres des Affaires étrangères et anciennement, consultante chez McKinsey. La professeure Deschamps-Laporte discute de son parcours professionnel et académique, du développement ainsi que des défis de la mise en œuvre de la politique étrangère féministe canadienne.

In the 42nd episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the allegations of sexual misconduct raised against the former Chief of the Defence Staff and the coup in Myanmar. Our feature interview guest is Maj-Gen Craig Aitchison [20:45], Commander of the Canadian Defence Academy. This week’s RnR segment [55:45], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1.Lupin 2. Making of Mandalorian 3. Adventures in the Screen Trade by William Goldman

Dans ce huitième épisode de Conseils de sécurité, Sarah-Myriam et Thomas s'entretiennent avec l'Honorable Bob Rae, Ambassadeur et Représentant permanent du Canada auprès de l'Organisation des Nations Unies à New York. M. Rae nous parle de son intérêt de longue date pour les affaires internationales et des principaux défis auxquels il fait face dans le cadre de ses nouvelles fonctions : la pandémie, en particulier, mais aussi la place des droits de la personne, les relations avec la Chine, et le dossier du Myanmar. M. Rae aborde aussi la question des relations du Canada avec la nouvelle Administration Biden aux États-Unis.

In the 41st episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about Space Force, the elections in Uganda and the Governor General’s resignation. Our feature interview guests are Philippe Dufort & Philippe Beaulieu-Brossard [18:15], Co-leads of the MINDS Military Design and Innovation Collaboration Network. This week’s RnR segment [44:30], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. Into the Night 2. Enola Holmes 3. The New Mutants

In the 40th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the January 6th insurrection in the United States, the security implications of the pandemic and the new Chief of the Defence Staff. Our feature interview guest is Maggie Feldman-Piltch [22:15], Founder and CEO of Unicorn Strategies, an innovative human capital management widely known for its project, #NatSecGirlSquad. This week’s RnR segment [47:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. Palm Springs 2. We Can Be Heroes 3. WandaVision

Dans le 7 ième épisode du balado « Conseils de sécurité » Sarah-Myriam Martin-Brûlé et Thomas Juneau reçoivent Stéphanie Martel , professeure adjointe à l’Université Queen’s et Ting-Sheng Lin , professeur agrégé à l’UQAM, tous deux spécialistes de l’Asie. Ils discutent des contributions de l’ASEAN au multilatéralisme et à l’ordre régional en Asie-Pacifique, des enjeux liés à la dimension militaire des comportements chinois en mer de Chine méridionale, de l’évolution de l’approche canadienne envers ces acteurs et l’impact des récentes élections américaines sur la relation entre le Canada, l’ASEAN et la Chine.

In the 39th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about Biden’s Secretary of Defence pick, the role of the Canadian Military in rolling out the vaccine and 2020 highlights. Our feature interview guest is Evan Resnick [34:00], Assistant Professor at S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS). This week’s RnR segment [55:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. Daveed Diggs’ Puppy for Hanukkah 2. Dash & Lily 3. The Lego Star Wars Holiday Special 4. Ben Macintyre’s Operation Mincemeat: How a Dead Man and a Bizarre Plan Fooled the Nazis and Assured an Allied Victory

Chef du Fonds pour la consolidation de la paix du Secrétaire général de l’ONU, Marc-André Franche a mené sa carrière professionnelle dans le développement international et la prévention des conflits avec les Nations Unies. Il a travaillé notamment au Pakistan, en Haiti, en Bolivie et en Colombie. Nous discutons du rôle du Fonds pour la consolidation de la paix, des principaux enjeux liés aux réformes de l'ONU, du rôle et des défis pour le Canada au sein de l'organisation.

In the 38th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the Year Ahead Conference, growing confrontation involving China and Trump’s last foreign policy moves. In preparation for our the CDSN’s upcoming annual Year Ahead Conference our feature interview guest is the keynote speaker Jacqueline O’Neill [22:10], Canada’s Ambassador of Women Peace and Security. This week’s RnR segment [53:30], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. Mysterious Island 2. Sandra Perron, Out Standing in the Field 3. Dumplin’ more Dolly!

Dans le 5e épisode du balado Conseils de sécurité, Sarah-Myriam et Thomas discutent avec Rosemary Barton des implications pour le Canada des élections récentes aux États-Unis. Rosemary analyse en particulier le rôle des médias face à la présidence de Donald Trump. Elle discute également du contexte politique au Canada. Elle explique aussi que si le gouvernement Trudeau et la future administration Biden vont se trouver en accord sur plusieurs dossiers, ils risquent tout de même d’être en désaccord sur d’autres.

In the 37th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve talk about the US Election, Remembrance Day and the risk of a civil war in Ethiopia. This week we have a new segment called ‘ask an expert’ where an expert will answer a question they are frequently asked, this week Carmen Poulin & Lynne Goliquer answering ‘What was it like for “partners” of LGBT soldiers during the purge and the policy implications?’ [21:10]. Our feature interview guest is Brigadier-General Lise Bourgon [31:55], CDN Visiting Defence Fellow 2020-21 & Women Peace and Security Champion in the CAF. This week’s RnR segment [54:35], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. The Longest Day 2. A Bridge Too Far 3. Nigella Lawson’s At My Table Find detailed show notes at https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

José Aranaz est Représentant et directeur au Haut-Commissariat des Nations Unies au Droits de l’homme à Genève et ancien directeur du Bureau conjoint des Nations unies aux droits de l’Homme en République démocratique du Congo. Il a travaillé notamment au Soudan, en Iraq, en Bosnie, en Croatie, au Burkina Faso, au Burundi, au Guatemala, au Timor-Oriental et au Vénézuela. Nous discutons des défis liés à la promotion des droits humains, du rôle des autorités locales, des États-Unis, du Vénézuela, de l'Irak, de l'impact de la COVID et de l'avenir de la promotion des droits de la personne.

In the 36th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss interference in the American election, sexual misconduct in the CAF, and costume ideas for Halloween. This week we have a new segment called ‘ask an expert’ where an expert will answer a question they are frequently asked, this week’s expert’s are Carmen Poulin & Lynne Goliquer answering During the LGBT Purge Campaign in the military, was it worse for the gay women or gay men soldiers? [19:20] Our feature interview guest is Luke Schleusener, Co-founder of Out in National Security.[36:00] This week’s RnR segment [1:02:15], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. Crazyheads 2. #Alive 3. Happy Death Day/2U 4.The Sentinel

Dans cet épisode, nous discutons de l'impact humanitaire des explosions au port de Beyrouth au mois d'août 2020, du rôle des jeunes, des entrepreneurs dans la reconstruction du pays, du danger de la désinformaiton, du rôle de l'ONU, de la politicisation de l'aide humanitaire, de l'importance de l'accès à la population, des défis humanitaires en afrique sub-saharienne et des leçons de épidémies passées, notamment de l'Ébola et du Choléra pour faire face à la pandémie actuelle. Conseils de sécurité fait partie du réseau CGAI, un partenaire du RCDS-CDSN.

In the 35th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss Canada halting arms sales to Turkey, sexual misbehaviour in Canadian Military Colleges and the latest statement from the Canadian Armed Forces about COVID-19. This week we have a new segment called ‘ask an expert’ where an expert will answer a question they are frequently asked, this week’s expert is Jeffrey Collins answering 'why are there so many problems in defence procurement?' [24:50] Our feature interview guest is Dr. Jessica Trisko Darden, Assistant Professor at the American University's School of International Service.[36:30] This week’s RnR segment [54:30], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. Motherless Brooklyn 2. Vampires vs. bronx/Attack the Block 3. Midway Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

Dans le deuxième épisode du Podcast Conseils de sécurité, Sarah-Myriam et Thomas discutent avec Daniel Jean, conseiller auprès du Premier Ministre du Canada en matière de sécurité nationale et derenseignement (2016-2018), sous-ministre des Affaires étrangères (2013-2016) et sous-ministre de Patrimoine canadien (2010-2013). Ils s'entretiennent sur la spécificité canadienne en matière de renseignement, les menaces auxquelles fait face le Canada, les conséquences des aux États-Unis, et la nouvelle politique de renseignement au sein des missions de paix à l'ONU. Daniel Jean partage aussi des conseils à la lumière de ses expériences. Conseils de sécurité fait partie du réseau CGAI, un partenaire du RCDS-CDSN.

In the 34th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss the 75th session of the UN General Assembly, tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan and Trump’s refusal to commit to a peaceful transition of power. This week we have a new segment called ‘ask an expert’ where an expert will answer a question they are frequently asked, this week Victor Asal is answering ‘What are effective ways to teach about political violence?’ [18:20]. Our feature interview guest is Dr. Barbara Perry [25:20], Director for the Centre on Hate, Bias and Extremism. This week’s RnR segment [40:30], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions; Steve’s RnR picks for the week are: 1. Get Duked 2. Bridging the Theory-Practice divide 3. Lovecraft Country Find detailed show notes here: www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

Dans le premier épisode du Podcast Conseils de sécurité, Sarah-Myriam et Thomas s'entretiennent avec François-Philippe Champagne, le Ministre des Affaires étrangères du Canada. Ils discutent de l'avenir de l'engagement du Canada au sein des Nations Unies, puis des relations entre le Canada et les États-Unis alors que les élections américaines approchent. Ils abordent ensuite les relations du Canada avec la Chine et l'Arabie saoudite. https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/conseils

In the 33rd episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss commemorating 9/11, tensions between Greece and Turkey, the ongoing protests in Belarus, and their favourite outlets for security and defense analysis. We have an emerging scholar interview this week with LCdr R.G.S. Bell [25:00], discussing his paper “Canadian Maritime Defence Diplomacy: Canada’s Ambassadors at Sea.” which was short-listed for JCSP 46, the Brigadier-General George Bell Medal in recognition of commitment and excellence in military writing as displayed by a student on the Joint Command and Staff Programme. Our feature interview is with Sam Jackson [31:45], Assistant Professor in the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security, and Cybersecurity at the University at Albany. This week’s RnR segment [52:45], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions. This week’s RnR picks: 1. Peter Krause and Ora Szekely’s Stories from the Field 2. TV: The Boys 3. TV: Behind the scenes: 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian' Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 32nd episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss returning to campus, Trump losing support with the military, Sudan’s terrorism designation and Navalny’s poisoning. Our feature interview guests are CDSN member, Thomas Juneau and CDSN co-director, Philippe Lagassé, [24:35], discussing their recent journal article on the academia‐policy gap in Canadian defence. This week’s RnR segment [46:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions. This week’s RnR picks: 1. TV: Money Heist; 2. Movies: Guns Akimbo 3. Books: Spenser series Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 31st episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss Israel & the UAE, the US's Iran stance at the UN and the election in Belarus. We have an emerging scholar interview this week with Maj. Shaun D’Souza [22:00], discussing his paper “The Impact of Sino-Russian Collaboration on Arctic Governance.” which was short-listed for JCSP 46, the Brigadier-General George Bell Medal in recognition of commitment and excellence in military writing as displayed by a student on the Joint Command and Staff Programme. Our feature interview guest is Whitney Lackenbauer [30:30], Network Lead of North American and Arctic Defence and Security Network. This week’s RnR segment [55:15], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with Baking! Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 30th episode of Battle Rhythm, Steve and our guest co-host, Alvine Nintai discuss her time as CDSN’s first official staff member, the retirement of announcement of General Jon Vance, and troop reduction in Iraq and Germany. We have an emerging scholar interview this week with Maj T.J. Kelley [24:00], discussing his paper “Correlation of Military Trade with Selection of General and Flag Officers.” which was short-listed for JCSP 46, the Brigadier-General George Bell Medal in recognition of commitment and excellence in military writing as displayed by a student on the Joint Command and Staff Programme. Our feature interview guests are Justin Massie & Stéfanie von Hlatky [34:30], Co-directors of Réseau d'analyse stratégique. This week’s RnR segment [54:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions. This week’s RnR picks: 1. Caitlin Talmadge’s The Dictator's Army 2. Star Wars Rebels; 3. Eurovision Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 29th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss the CDSN’s teaching workshop, CAF Info Ops, John Ibbitson’s piece in the Globe & Mail and the CAF’s hateful conduct policy. Our Feature Interview this week is with Sarah-Myriam Martin-Brûlé [23:20], Associate Professor at Bishop’s University. This week’s RnR segment [52:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions. This week’s RnR picks are: 1. No Man’s Land 2. Old Guard 3. Ethnic Groups in Conflict by Donald Horowitz Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 28th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss the Rideau Hall incursion, Hong Kong international security law, Russia in Afghanistan and Kosovo peace talks. Our Feature Interview this week is with Christian Breede [19:00], Deputy Director of CIDP @ Queen’s. This week’s RnR segment [54:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions. This week’s RnR picks are: 1. They Shall Not Grow Old 2. The Floor is Lava 3. George Takei’s They Called Us Enemy Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 27th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss military activities in Ukraine, John Bolton’s book, China and Canada’s effort to secure a UN Security Council seat. For our anniversary episode we have a special interview with Lt. Col. Sharlene Harding [37:45], Head Coach of the Canadian CISM Women’s Basketball team. Our Feature Interview this week is with Natalie Sambhi [51:00], Founder and Executive Director of Verve Research and PhD scholar at the Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, the Australian National University. This week’s RnR segment [01:14:15], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions. This week’s RnR picks: 1. Gordon Rudd’s Reconstructing Iraq 2. iZombie 3. The Great Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 26th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss current events, adapting military operations during a pandemic and the new Netflix Space Force series. Our Feature Interview this week is with Lindsay Cohn [30:45], Associate Professor - US Naval War College. This week’s RnR segment [01:04:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions. This week’s RnR picks are: 1. Little Monsters 2. Autobiography of Malcolm X 3. The Wire Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 25th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss the ongoing quest for yeast, grief in isolation, CDSN’s upcoming Doctoral Seminar Series, China, arms control and allusions to a new Cold War. Our Feature Interview this week is with Isabelle Francois [35:30], Dr. Francois is the President of Women in International Security (WIIS) Brussels. This week’s RnR segment [01:09:30], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions. This week’s RnR picks are 1. Train to Busan 2. Santa Clarita Diet 3. Culture of Military Organizations Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 24th episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss the tragic Canadian Air Force CH-148 Cyclone helicopter crash, recommendations from the CDSN COVID Response Conference, what international travel may look like in the future, the attempted coup debacle in Venezuela as well as thoughts on the World Health Organization’s challenges and opportunities. Our Feature Interview this week is with Kelley Lee [33:45], Professor Lee teaches Globalization and Health with a particular focus on improving understanding of the impacts of global change on public health, and the need for collective action to tackle the risks and benefits arising from them, including World Health Organization reform. This week’s RnR segment [01:03:45], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions. This week’s RnR picks are: a. Movie/series: Five Came Back explores the experiences of five U.S. film directors – John Ford, William Wyler, John Huston, Frank Capra, and George Stevens – during WWII b. TV: Upload on Amazon is silly and sweet. c. Book: Chad Millman, The Detonators Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 23rd episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Steve discuss the CDSN’s Covid Response Conference held online this week, the new NSA ie Network for Strategic Analysis and CAF readiness. Stef speaks with Year Ahead presenter Ashley Matheis [25:00] about the use of online platforms to promote and mainstream extremist ideologies. For our Feature Interview this week Steve catches up with WIIS Chair and security scholar extraordinaire Aisha Ahmad [38:00]. In this week’s R&R segment Steve recommends : 1. Where Eagles Dare 2. Community 3. Run Silent, Run Deep Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 22nd episode of Battle Rhythm, Stef and Stef discuss the effects of COVID on security and defence for NATO, the UN and the CAF. Our Emerging Scholar & CDSN Capstone Laureate Mathieu Landriault [27:30], discuss his research on Canadian media in the Arctic. Our Feature Interview this week is with CDSN’s co-director Andrea Charron [36:15] where she and Steve discuss the Permanent Joint Board on Defence (PJBD), NORAD and Deter, Detect, Defeat. This week we introduce a new segment called RnR [58:00], where we will provide some levity in these trying times with entertainment reviews and suggestions. This week’s R&R picks are: 1. The Letter to the King on Netflix 2. Lee Child’s Jack Reacher series. Find detailed show notes here: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 21st episode of Battle Rhythm, Steve and Stef discuss CDS Vance’s letter including Operations Laser, Impact and Unifier, along with a hold on recruiting for the CAF and what the US Military should be doing in the ‘War on COVID’. Our Feature Interview this week is with Brigadier-General Greg Smith, [30:50] in Mons, Belgium. Brigadier-General Greg Smith was born in Oshawa, Ontario and graduated from the Collège militaire royal de St-Jean (CMR) in 1993. He has served in each of the battalions of the Royal Canadian Regiment (The RCR) including commanding a mechanized rifle platoon and Mortar Platoon in 1 RCR, a mechanized company second-in-command in 2 RCR and the Parachute Company Commander in 3 RCR. He was Commanding Officer of the Canadian Special Operations Regiment, Commandant of the Canadian Army Command and Staff College, and Director of the Royal Canadian Infantry Corps. Brigadier-General Smith's staff appointments include serving at the Infantry School, the Army Headquarters on three separate occasions as the ADC CLS, the G33 Current Operations and the G3, in the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command, and as Chief of Staff of the Defence Renewal Team (DRT). Brigadier-General Smith's operational deployments include Operation HARMONY in Croatia in 1994-95 as a platoon commander, Operation ATHENA in Kabul in 2003-04 as Battalion Group Operations Officer (S3), in Kandahar in 2009-10 as a Task Force Commander and in Kabul on Operation ATTENTION in 2012 as the Deputy Commander. He is a graduate of the Transitional Command and Staff Course at the Canadian Army Command and Staff College, the Joint Command and Staff Program at the Canadian Forces College (CFC) Toronto and also the National Security Programme at CFC Toronto. Brigadier-General Smith possesses a Bachelor of Arts in Military and Strategic Studies (Honours) from CMR and three Masters of Arts in War Studies, Defence Studies and Public Administration through the Royal Military College of Canada (RMCC) and the University of New Brunswick. Visit our website for related links to articles, book & movie recommendations mentioned! https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm

In the 20th episode of Battle Rhythm, Steve and our guest co-host this week, Anessa Kimball, fellow co-director of the CDSN and lead of the Security theme recap CDSN events and discuss governance under COVID, changes in the CAF leadership and finding creative ways to connect with students with social distancing. Our Emerging Scholar interview features CDSN Capstone Laureate, David Hofmann [39:30], Assistant Professor of Sociology at the University of New Brunswick, who presented his paper at the last Gregg Centre Annual Conference. This week’s Peeve is on hiatus as we provide more info on our upcoming Summer Institute. Detailed show notes: https://www.cdsn-rcds.com/battlerhythm