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Double Trouble: Reflections from GLOBESEC
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09/19/24 • 25 min
Welcome to Double Trouble, a special foreign policy focused podcast series within MLI's Inside Policy Talks, to address the growing challenge of the Sino-Russian axis of authoritarianism facing the West.
In this episode, MLI senior fellows Jonathan Berkshire Miller, Marcus Kolga, and Alexander Lanoszka discuss their experience in Prague at a premier global security forum, GLOBESEC.
The Macdonald-Laurier Institute gratefully acknowledges the support of Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Canada.
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Trouble at the Canada-US border? Alex Dalziel and Jamie Tronnes
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11/15/24 • 18 min
Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, the premier video podcast of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.
In this episode, Alex Dalziel, Senior Fellow and National Security Project Lead at MLI, sits down with Jamie Tronnes, the Executive Director of MLI's Center for North American Prosperity and Security in Washington, DC. They dive deep into the pressing issues surrounding Canada's immigration policy and its impact on the Canada-U.S. border:
What changes has Canada made to its immigration system in the wake of COVID-19, and how is this affecting the flow of people across the northern border? How are temporary foreign workers and international students faring in Canada, and what are the implications of their potential southward movement? What policy recommendations do experts have to address these complex cross-border challenges?
Tune in to hear Jamie Tronnes' insightful analysis and practical solutions to this critical Canada-U.S. policy issue.
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We must preserve safety and fairness in women's sport: Peter Copeland and Emma Hilton
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10/03/24 • 28 min
Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, the premier video podcast of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.
In this episode, Peter Copeland, Deputy Director of MLI's Domestic Program, interviews Emma Hilton, a leading expert on sex and sports, on the complexities of gender categories in athletic competition, particularly at the Olympics:
What are the performance disparities between males and females in sports? Can testosterone suppression level the playing field? How are individual sports federations redefining fairness?
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Canada-US border security - A North American perspective: Alex Dalziel and Alan Bersin
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10/02/24 • 35 min
Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, the premier video podcast of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.
In this episode, Alex Dalziel sits down with Alan Bersin, a former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security and Commissioner of the US Customs and Border Protection, to explore modern border management between the U.S. and Canada.
They discuss how a trilateral, technology-driven approach to border security can bolster trade, combat illicit activities like fentanyl trafficking, and make North America more competitive globally.
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The evolving battlegrounds of free speech: Peter Copeland and Kristopher Kinsinger
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11/19/24 • 47 min
Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, the premier video podcast of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.
In this episode, Peter Copeland, Deputy Director of MLI's Domestic Program, is joined by Kristopher Kinsinger, an Ontario lawyer and civil liberties advocate, to discuss the pressing issues surrounding freedom of expression and freedom of peaceful assembly in Canada.
They delve into the legal framework and jurisprudence around our fundamental Charter rights, and highlight recent Supreme Court cases that have grappled with the limits of hate speech and offensive expression.
They also explore a current case Kinsinger is involved in, where he represents the Canadian Constitution Foundation in a challenge to a municipal bylaw restricting "objectionable" conduct on public property.
Kinsinger offers sharp insights into the shifting landscape of civil liberties and underscores the urgent need to safeguard the fundamental freedoms that uphold a free and democratic society.
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Confiscating Russia's frozen assets for Ukraine's reconstruction: Double Trouble with Balkan Devlen and Aaron Gasch Burnett
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12/05/24 • 35 min
Welcome to Double Trouble, a special foreign policy focused podcast series within MLI's Inside Policy Talks, to address the growing challenge of the Sino-Russian axis of authoritarianism facing the West.
In this episode, MLI's Balkan Devlen sits down with Aaron Gasch Burnett to discuss an innovative policy solution to fund Ukraine's war effort and reconstruction: confiscating the approximately $300 billion US of Russian assets frozen in G7 countries and give it to Ukraine. Western tax payers wouldn't need to pay a cent.
The Macdonald-Laurier Institute gratefully acknowledges the support of Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Canada.
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A Hereditary Chief's transformative vision: Ken Coates and Tyee Hasheukumiss (Richard George)
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12/04/24 • 62 min
Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, the premier video podcast of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.
In this episode, Ken Coates, Director of Indigenous Affairs at MLI, sits down with Tyee Hasheukumiss (Richard George), Ha’wiih (Hereditary Chief) of the Ahousaht Nation on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, to discuss the unique governance structure and economic development initiatives within First Nations communities on the West Coast.
Hasheukumiss provides insight into the role of hereditary chiefs and how they work alongside the elected band council to steward their nation's lands, waters, and resources.
They delve into the Ahousaht First Nation's efforts to diversify its economy as well as the challenges the nation faces in navigating relationships with various levels of government.
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Using the Notwithstanding clause to fix our justice system: Peter Copeland and Ryan Alford
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10/25/24 • 37 min
Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, the premier video podcast of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.
In this episode, Peter Copeland, Deputy Director of MLI's Domestic Program, is joined by Ryan Alford, a professor of law and MLI Senior Fellow. They delve into the pressing issues surrounding mandatory minimums and the evolving landscape of criminal justice reform in Canada.
They examine the implications of recent court rulings on mandatory minimums and the ongoing speculation regarding the use of the Notwithstanding Clause in response to perceived judicial overreach.
The conversation further explores the broader implications of crime trends in Canada, including the rising rates of violent crime and the challenges that both federal and provincial governments face in addressing public safety concerns.
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Double Trouble: Our fear of escalation makes the West look weak / Balkan Devlen with Edward Hunter Christie
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10/24/24 • 41 min
Welcome to Double Trouble, a special foreign policy focused podcast series within MLI's Inside Policy Talks, to address the growing challenge of the Sino-Russian axis of authoritarianism facing the West.
In this episode, MLI's Balkan Devlen sits down with Edward Hunter Christie, a senior research fellow at the Finnish Institute of International Affairs and former deputy head of NATO's Innovation Unit, to discuss how the West's policy of fear and non-escalation projects weakness and places Europe and even North America in greater danger.
The Macdonald-Laurier Institute gratefully acknowledges the support of Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Canada.
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British Columbia's salmon farmers caught in the net: Ken Coates and Brian Kingzett
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02/11/25 • 39 min
Welcome to Inside Policy Talks, where we discuss the ideas and policies shaping Canada today!
In this episode, the Macdonald-Laurier Institute's Ken Coates sits down with Brian Kingzett, Executive Director of the BC Salmon Farming Association, to discuss the future of salmon farming in British Columbia.
Kingzett provides a comprehensive overview of the salmon farming industry - its history, economic impact, and the complex relationships between Indigenous communities and environmental groups.
He shares his concerns about the federal government's decision to ban open-net pen salmon farming by 2024, and emphasizes the vital role salmon farming plays in providing jobs, food security, and economic opportunities for coastal communities.
He also highlights the industry's commitment to transparency and innovation in reducing its environmental impac as one of British Columbia's most important agricultural sectors.
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How many episodes does Inside Policy Talks have?
Inside Policy Talks currently has 78 episodes available.
What topics does Inside Policy Talks cover?
The podcast is about News, Elections, Canada, Podcasts, Education, Foreign Policy and Politics.
What is the most popular episode on Inside Policy Talks?
The episode title 'Double Trouble: Neo-Idealism, a new approach to geopolitics / Balkan Devlen and Benjamin Tallis' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Inside Policy Talks?
The average episode length on Inside Policy Talks is 35 minutes.
How often are episodes of Inside Policy Talks released?
Episodes of Inside Policy Talks are typically released every 6 days, 19 hours.
When was the first episode of Inside Policy Talks?
The first episode of Inside Policy Talks was released on Jun 26, 2023.
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