

The CGAI Podcast Network
The Canadian Global Affairs Institute
The CGAI Podcast Network is created and produced by the Canadian Global Affairs Institute. Join us each week to explore the energy, defense, and international affairs stories that matter to Canadians. Listen now to CGAI podcasts “The Global Exchange”, “Defence Deconstructed”, and “Energy Security Cubed”, and partner podcasts “Battle Rhythm" and “Conseils de sécurité”. Visit www.cgai.ca for more, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.
The Canadian Global Affairs Institute (CGAI) is a charitable, independent, non-partisan, research institute based in Ottawa, Ontario and Calgary, Alberta.
The Canadian Global Affairs Institute (CGAI) is a charitable, independent, non-partisan, research institute based in Ottawa, Ontario and Calgary, Alberta.
Episodes
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Jun 2, 2023 • 34min
Defence Deconstructed: CAF Reconstitution and Culture Change - Allied Perspectives
On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, Charlotte Duval-Lantoine speaks to Dr. Megan MacKenzie, Tara Zammit, and Kayla Williams.
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 Irving Shipbuilding
Participants' bios
- Dr. Megan MacKenzie is Director, Professor and Simons Chair in International Law and Human Security at Simon Fraser University
- Tara Zammit is a PhD Candidate in the Department of War Studies at King's College London
- Kayla M. Williams is a senior policy researcher at the RAND Corporation
Host bio
- Charlotte Duval-Lantoine is CGAI's Ottawa Operations Manager and one of its fellows.
Recording Date: 15 May 2023
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Produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine. Music credits to Drew Phillips

Jun 1, 2023 • 39min
Energy Security Cubed: Alberta's Election and Environmental Policy in Canada with John Dillon
On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan discuss current events in energy security, including the concept of "additionality" for clean hydrogen subsidies, the dispute between Saskatchewan and ECCC, and the fate of an important refinery in Vietnam.
For the interview section of the podcast, Kelly talks with John Dillon about the Alberta Election and its relation with the development of environmental policy in Canada over the last several decades. You can read the BCC report referenced by John here: https://thebusinesscouncil.ca/report/innovate-compete-and-win/
Guest Bio:
- John Dillon is Former Senior Vice President, Policy & Corporate Counsel at Business Council of Canada.
Host Bio:
- Kelly Ogle is the CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute
Reading Recommendations
- "How to Avoid a Climate Disaster: The Solutions We Have and the Breakthroughs We Need", by Bill Gates: https://www.amazon.ca/How-Avoid-Climate-Disaster-Breakthroughs/dp/059321577X
Interview recording Date: May 31, 2023
Energy Security Cubed is part of the CGAI Podcast Network. Follow the Canadian Global Affairs Institute on Facebook, Twitter (@CAGlobalAffairs), or on LinkedIn. Head over to our website at www.cgai.ca for more commentary.
Produced by Joe Calnan. Music credits to Drew Phillips.

May 29, 2023 • 60min
The Global Exchange: Foreign Interference and the Media
On this episode of The Global Exchange, Colin Robertson speaks to Wesley Wark and Christopher Waddell about foreign interference in Canadian elections, and the responsibilities of the media and public figures in maintaining trust.
Participants’ Biographies:
- Wesley Wark is a CIGI senior fellow, and a former Professor at the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy.
- Christopher Waddell is a CGAI Fellow, professor emeritus, former director of Carleton University’s School of Journalism and Communication in Ottawa and former program director for its Bachelor of Media Production and Design program.
Host biography
Colin Robertson is a former diplomat and Senior Advisor to the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, www.cgai.ca/colin_robertson
Read David Johnston's report here: https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/di-id/documents/rpt/rapporteur/Independent-Special-Rapporteur%20-Report-eng.pdf
Recording Date: 26 May 2023.
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Produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine. Music credits to Drew Phillips.

May 26, 2023 • 43min
Defence Deconstructed: The Australian Defence Strategic Review 2023 with Paul Maddison
On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry speaks to Paul Maddison about the Australian Defence Strategic Review 2023, and its implications for Australia's posture in the Indo-Pacific and globally.
This episode of Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding.
Participant's bio:
Paul Maddison is the Director of the University of New South Wales Defence Research Institute, a former Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, and a CGAI Fellow.
Host Bio
Dr. David Perry is President of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute – www.cgai.ca/david_perry
Reading Recommendation:
"Russia: Revolution and Civil War, 1917-1921", by Antony Beevor: https://www.amazon.ca/Russia-Revolution-Civil-War-1917-1921/dp/0593493877
Recording Date: 16 May 2023
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Produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine. Music credits to Drew Phillips

May 25, 2023 • 28min
Energy Security Cubed: Propane's Niche in Canada's Energy Systems with Shannon Watt
On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan discuss current events in energy security, including Indonesia's metals industrial policy and the potential for a dispute between the EU and India over sanctions on Russian energy,
For the interview section of the podcast, Kelly talks with Shannon Watt about the role of propane in Canada's energy mix, as well as avenues for export into the future.
Guest Bio:
- Shannon Watt is the President and CEO of the Canadian Propane Association
Host Bio:
- Kelly Ogle is the CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute
Reading Recommendation
"Your Brain at Work: Strategies for Overcoming Distraction, Regaining Focus, and Working Smarter All Day Long", by David Rock: https://www.amazon.ca/Your-Brain-Work-Strategies-Distraction/dp/0061771295
Interview recording Date: April 18, 2023
Energy Security Cubed is part of the CGAI Podcast Network. Follow the Canadian Global Affairs Institute on Facebook, Twitter (@CAGlobalAffairs), or on LinkedIn. Head over to our website at www.cgai.ca for more commentary.
Produced by Joe Calnan. Music credits to Drew Phillips.

May 22, 2023 • 28min
The Global Exchange: State of Canadian and Global Trade
On this episode of The Global Exchange, Marie-France Paquet presents the latest numbers on international trade and how it affects Canada.
This episode is an excerpt from of 2023 Trade Conference, "Navigating Canada's Interests Through Protectionist Times." This conference was made possible thanks to the support of our strategic sponsors, Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics Canada, David Shipyard, and Pathways Alliance; our bronze sponsors UPS, Amazon, and Enbridge; our conference partner The Norman Paterson School of International Affairs; and Rio Tinto.
Participant:
Marie-France Paquet is Chief Economist at Global Affairs Canada – http://www.goc411.ca/fr/212994/Marie-France-Paquet
Host biography
Colin Robertson is a former diplomat and Senior Advisor to the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, https://www.cgai.ca/colin_robertson
Recording Date: 29 Mar 2023.
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Head over to our website www.cgai.ca for more commentary.
Produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine. Music credits to Drew Phillips.

May 19, 2023 • 22min
Defence Deconstructed: Japan and Canada in the G7 Summit with Dr. Stephen Nagy
On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry speaks to Dr. Stephen Nagy about the issues expected to be covered in the G7 summit, and Canada-Japan relations.
This episode of Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding.
Participant's bio:
Dr. Stephen Nagy is a senior associate professor at the International Christian University, a visiting fellow with the Japan Institute for International Affairs (JIIA), a senior fellow at the MacDonald Laurier Institute (MLI), a senior fellow with the East Asia Security Centre (EASC), and a Fellow with us at CGAI.
Host Bio
Dr. David Perry is President of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute – www.cgai.ca/david_perry
Reading Recommendation:
"The Twilight Struggle: What the Cold War Teaches Us about Great-Power Rivalry Today", by Hal Brands: https://www.amazon.ca/Twilight-Struggle-Teaches-Great-Power-Rivalry/dp/0300250789
Recording Date: 17 May 2023
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Produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine. Music credits to Drew Phillips

May 18, 2023 • 41min
Energy Security Cubed: The Present and Future of Energy in India with Kaushik Deb
On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan discuss current events in energy security, including the fires in Alberta's oil patch, the prospect of American debt default, and the risk of Stellantis abandoning its planned battery factory in Ontario.
For the interview section of the podcast, Kelly talks with Kaushik Deb about the context of Indian energy growth, and what this may mean for the world.
Guest Bio:
- Kaushik Deb is a Senior Research Scholar at the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs
Host Bio:
- Kelly Ogle is the CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute
Reading Recommendation
"MADE IN INDIA: 75 Years of Business and Enterprise", by Amitabh Kant: https://www.amazon.ca/MADE-INDIA-Years-Business-Enterprise-ebook/dp/B0BVZN8P12
Interview recording Date: April 19, 2023
Energy Security Cubed is part of the CGAI Podcast Network. Follow the Canadian Global Affairs Institute on Facebook, Twitter (@CAGlobalAffairs), or on LinkedIn. Head over to our website at www.cgai.ca for more commentary.
Produced by Joe Calnan. Music credits to Drew Phillips.

May 15, 2023 • 53min
The Global Exchange: Assessing and Implementing the Indo-Pacific Strategy
On this episode of The Global Exchange, Colin Robertson speaks to Hugh Stephens and Phil Calvert about the Indo-Pacific Strategy and its implementation
Participants’ Biographies:
Hugh Stephens is a CGAI Fellow and a Distinguished Fellow at the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada. https://www.cgai.ca/hugh_stephens
Phil Calvert is a CGAI Fellow and a Senior Fellow with the China Institute of the University of Alberta. – https://www.cgai.ca/philip_calvert
Host biography
Colin Robertson is a former diplomat and Senior Advisor to the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, https://www.cgai.ca/colin_robertson
Read and Watch:
Canada’s New Indo-Pacific Strategy: A Critical Assessment by Hugh Stephens – https://www.policyschool.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IPT6-IndoPacificStrategy.Stephens.pdf
Canadian diplomacy in Southeast Asia: challenges for the coming decades by Phil Calvert – https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/11926422.2023.2186451
Bangkok Wakes to Rain by Pitchaya Sudbanthad – https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/566672/bangkok-wakes-to-rain-by-pitchaya-sudbanthad/
Canada and China by Bernie Frolic – https://utorontopress.com/9781487540883/canada-and-china/
Listen to our episode with Bernie Frolic – https://www.cgai.ca/a_journey_through_canada_china_relations
Recording Date: 8 May 2023.
Give 'The Global Exchange' a review on Apple Podcast!
Follow the Canadian Global Affairs Institute on Facebook, Twitter (@CAGlobalAffairs), or on Linkedin.
Head over to our website www.cgai.ca for more commentary.
Produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine. Music credits to Drew Phillips.

May 12, 2023 • 30min
Defence Deconstructed: Exploring the Barriers to Culture Change
On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, Charlotte Duval-Lantoine speaks to Dr. Vanessa Brown and Dr. Allan English about the systemic barriers to CAF Reconstitution and culture change.
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 Irving Shipbuilding
Participants' bios
Dr. Vanessa Brown is Associate Professor at the Canadian Forces College
Dr. Allan English is Professor at Queen's University
Host bio
Charlotte Duval-Lantoine is CGAI's Ottawa Operations Manager and one of its fellows.
Recording Date: 17 Apr 2023
Follow the Canadian Global Affairs Institute on Facebook, Twitter (@CAGlobalAffairs), or on LinkedIn. Head over to our website at www.cgai.ca for more commentary.
Produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine. Music credits to Drew Phillips