Gloves Off

Gloves Off with Stephen Marche
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Gloves Off

An eight-part series about the threat to Canada’s sovereignty and what we can do about it. Hosted by journalist and author of The Next Civil War, Stephen Marche. What we may be witnessing is the end of the American Empire, and with that, Canada has never been more vulnerable. How unprepared are we? How do we defend ourselves? What is the new normal? How do we survive as a country? Gloves Off is Canadian Realpolitik, a practical rather than a virtuous approach to national affairs. What are the dangers we face, and how do we avoid them? We break down the critical issues with outspoken experts and thinkers, as well as everyday Canadians.  Created by/Executive Producer: Jennifer Ouano Host/Writer: Stephen Marche Showrunner: Mio Adilman Sound Engineer + Video Editor + Original Music and Theme Composition: Christian Prohom Art Design: Markus Wreland Copyright: Insurgentsia Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. How Much Trouble Are We In?

    EPISODE 1

    How Much Trouble Are We In?

    Until the second Trump Administration, Canada's relationship to the US has been Robin to its Batman. We've trusted and counted on the US for trade, security, defence, global leadership, and so much more. But now those days are gone. As American democracy unravels and chaos grows, Canada is left exposed and vulnerable not only to the US but to bad actors around the world. With insights from Civil War expert Dr. Barbara F. Walter and former CSIS Agent Neil Bisson, plus chilling stories from Canadians on American soil, host Stephen Marche tries to find out how much trouble Canada is in. Featuring (in order of appearance): Anonymous Expat Canadian, Bob Ezrin, Jasmine Mooney, Barbara F. Walter & Neil Bisson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
  2. How Unprepared Are We?

    EPISODE 2

    How Unprepared Are We?

    A middle-aged graphic designer joins the Canadian Reserves, but her story reveals something bigger: our greatest friend and most important ally, the US, is now threatening our country. How prepared–or unprepared–are we to deal with this threat? Stephen Marche asks a range of Canadian leaders to grade our readiness – politically, economically, militarily. What are our strengths as a country? What are our weaknesses? Featuring (in order of appearance): Beatrice Winny, Greg Sorbara, Lisa Macleod, Francine Pelletier, Chief Rodger Redman, David Rosenberg, Philippe Lagassé   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
  3. How Do We Not Go Broke?

    EPISODE 3

    How Do We Not Go Broke?

    A Canadian toy company is on the brink because of US tariffs. Millions in unsold stock. But this isn’t just one company’s problem—it’s Canada’s.   Stephen Marche digs into the economic war we’re already in with the US. How can we fight against an economy ten times our size, where the tariff goal posts keep moving, and where any brokered deal is a tweet away from becoming meaningless? What are new approaches to doing business in today's climate? Featuring bold ideas from business owner, Zita Cobb, and Chair of Social Capital Partners, Jon Shell. This episode looks at how to build the Canadian economy without dependence on a superpower in chaos. Featuring (in order of appearance): "Jane", Canadian toy company owner, Zita Cobb & Jon Shell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  4. How Much Can We Learn from Ukraine?

    EPISODE 4

    How Much Can We Learn from Ukraine?

    Living next to a dangerous country is new to us but many countries bordering authoritarian states have a lot of experience. Ukraine has lived in the shadow of a monster its entire existence. What can they teach us? Ukrainian refugee Viktoriia recalls fleeing war-torn Kherson—offering a sobering reminder of how quickly peace can vanish. Lt. Col. (Ret.) Alexander Vindman and war correspondent Tim Mak unpack what Ukraine got right, what they missed, and what Canada can learn from their ongoing war with Russia. Can we recognize the warning signs of annexation and authoritarianism? Or will we look away—until it’s too late? Featuring (in order of appearance): Viktoriia, Alexander Vindman & Tim Mak Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min
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An eight-part series about the threat to Canada’s sovereignty and what we can do about it. Hosted by journalist and author of The Next Civil War, Stephen Marche. What we may be witnessing is the end of the American Empire, and with that, Canada has never been more vulnerable. How unprepared are we? How do we defend ourselves? What is the new normal? How do we survive as a country? Gloves Off is Canadian Realpolitik, a practical rather than a virtuous approach to national affairs. What are the dangers we face, and how do we avoid them? We break down the critical issues with outspoken experts and thinkers, as well as everyday Canadians.  Created by/Executive Producer: Jennifer Ouano Host/Writer: Stephen Marche Showrunner: Mio Adilman Sound Engineer + Video Editor + Original Music and Theme Composition: Christian Prohom Art Design: Markus Wreland Copyright: Insurgentsia Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Gloves Off with Stephen Marche
  • Episodes
    5
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Insurgentsia Productions
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