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Is the U.S. Abandoning Its Allies? Julianne Smith on NATO, Canada and the New World Order
Sep 23, 2026
36m 39s
Ukraine and the Future of Warfare: Drone Technology, Defence, and What Canada can Learn
Sep 12, 2026
31m 16s
Trade Bazooka and Other Economic Cards: Canada, Europe and New Middle Power Alliances Moving Away from U.S.
Sep 9, 2026
41m 07s
What's Behind Google Maps renaming Lake Ontario: The Politicization of the Tech Oligarchs Who Want to Break Democracy: Extended Interview with Gil Durán
Sep 1, 2026
39m 47s
From CANADALAND: Is Carney Chinamaxxing?
Aug 26, 2026
34m 33s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 9/23/26 |  Is the U.S. Abandoning Its Allies? Julianne Smith on NATO, Canada and the New World Order | As America pulls back from its traditional alliances, what does that mean for Canada and the future of the global order?In this extended interview, Stephen Marche revisits his conversation with Julianne Smith, former U.S. Ambassador to NATO and former senior Pentagon official. Smith explains how the Trump administration has transformed America’s relationships with its allies, why trust in the United States has eroded, and how Canada and other middle powers are responding.From NATO and European defence to Canada’s growing ties with the European Union and Nordic countries, Smith explores whether middle powers can build a new “third pole” of global influence—and whether the existing international order can survive America’s retreat.What happens when America’s allies start building a world without America at the centre?Excerpt of interview originally featured in Ep 8 "What Are We Fighting For?"Also visit our website—gloves-off.ca—for more research behind the issues from the Canadian Shield Institute including: a linguistic analysis of how the concept of "sovereignty" has changed over time, based on how it has been used in the House of Commons since 1900.Follow us on YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 36m 39s | ||||||
| 9/12/26 |  Ukraine and the Future of Warfare: Drone Technology, Defence, and What Canada can Learn | In this extended interview,Stephen Marche speaks with Tim Mak, Editor of the Kyiv-based publication The Counteroffensive about Ukraine’s drone war and the future of warfare. They explore how Ukraine’s decentralized defence-tech ecosystem is driving rapid innovation—and what Canada can learn as it prepares to dramatically increase defence spending.Excerpt of interview originally featured in Ep 5 "How Canada Wins at Defence" Also visit our website—gloves-off.ca—for more research behind the issues from the Canadian Shield Institute including a Canadian history of dual usage technologies and a Chart that tries to imagine the sheer scale of the military budget.Follow us on YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 31m 16s | ||||||
| 9/9/26 | CanadaEurope+5 | Anthony Dworkin | European Council on Foreign RelationsCanadian Shield Institute+2 | — | CanadaEurope+7 | — | 41m 07s | ||
| 9/1/26 | tech oligarchsdemocracy+4 | Gil Durán | Canadian Shield InstituteSilicon Valley+2 | Lake Ontario | Google MapsLake Ontario+5 | — | 39m 47s | ||
| 8/26/26 | Canada-China relationstrade posture+3 | Jonathan Cheng | The Wall Street Journal | CanadaChina | CanadaChina+5 | — | 34m 33s | ||
| 8/25/26 | trade warCanada+4 | Dan Ciuriak | gloves-off.ca | — | Canada-US trade warDan Ciuriak+4 | — | 1h 08m 08s | ||
| 8/20/26 |  Cross Check: What Are We Fighting For? | S2 Episode 8 aftershow with Stephen Marche, Vass Bednar and Jon Shell. The trio dives deeper into the issues of each Gloves Off episode, bringing a mix of insight, expertise, and strong opinions (held at varying degrees) to their lively discussion.Canadian Shield Research:-Canada's 2026 Sovereignty Obsession is Unprecedented Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 38m 18s | ||||||
| 8/19/26 | middle power allianceCanada's role+3 | Alastair CampbellRutger Bregman+1 | The Rest Is PoliticsCanadian Shield Institute+2 | Canada | middle powersglobalization+3 | — | 45m 17s | ||
| 8/13/26 |  Cross Check: How Canada Beats Tech Influence | S2 Episode 7 aftershow with Stephen Marche, Vass Bednar and Jon Shell. The trio dives deeper into the issues of each Gloves Off episode, bringing a mix of insight, expertise, and strong opinions (held at varying degrees) to their lively discussion.Canadian Shield Research:-Big Tech’s CUSMA Wish List Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 31m 33s | ||||||
| 8/12/26 | tech influencedemocracy+4 | Paris MarxGil Duran | Canadian Shield InstituteAcast+2 | — | tech billionairesdemocratic institutions+6 | — | 28m 10s | ||
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| 8/6/26 |  Cross Check: How Canada Wins at Tech | S2 Episode 6 aftershow with Stephen Marche, Vass Bednar and Jon Shell. The trio dives deeper into the issues of each Gloves Off episode, bringing a mix of insight, expertise, and strong opinions (held at varying degrees) to their lively discussion.Canadian Shield Research:-A Day in the Life Without American Tech Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 38m 11s | ||||||
| 8/5/26 | Canadian tech sovereigntyAmerican tech giants+3 | Cristina CaffaraMargrethe Vestager+1 | EurostackCanadian Shield Institute+1 | — | Canadatech sovereignty+7 | — | 33m 54s | ||
| 7/30/26 |  Cross Check: How Canada Wins at Defence | S2 Episode 5 aftershow with Stephen Marche, Vass Bednar and Jon Shell. The trio dives deeper into the issues of each Gloves Off episode, bringing a mix of insight, expertise, and strong opinions (held at varying degrees) to their lively discussion.Canadian Shield Research:-From Jets to Quantum – Canada's History of Dual Use Technology-How to Think About Canada's 5% Defence Commitment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 29m 50s | ||||||
| 7/29/26 | defencedrone warfare+3 | Tim MakCameron Chell | The CounteroffensiveDraganfly | CanadaUkraine+2 | Canadadrone warfare+3 | — | 30m 19s | ||
| 7/23/26 |  Cross Check: How Canada’s Economy Can Thrive | S2 Episode 4 aftershow with Stephen Marche, Vass Bednar and Jon Shell. The trio dives deeper into the issues of each Gloves Off episode, bringing a mix of insight, expertise, and strong opinions (held at varying degrees) to their lively discussion.Canadian Shield Research:-Case Study: Canada's Quantum Advantage-Case Study: Why Can’t Canada Make Cans? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 32m 39s | ||||||
| 7/22/26 | economytrade+4 | Monica de BolleJohn Rapley+1 | quantum computingaluminum+2 | CanadaBrazil+2 | Canadaeconomy+5 | — | 28m 36s | ||
| 7/16/26 |  Cross Check: How Canada Wins at Trade | S2 Episode 3 aftershow with Stephen Marche, Vass Bednar and Jon Shell. The trio dives deeper into the issues of each Gloves Off episode, bringing a mix of insight, expertise, and strong opinions (held at varying degrees) to their lively discussion.Canadian Shield Research:-Canada’s Automotive Value Problem in Four Charts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 32m 39s | ||||||
| 7/15/26 | Canada's economytrade relationships+3 | Dan CiuriakFlavio Volpe+1 | Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association | CanadaUnited States+1 | Canadatrade+5 | — | 28m 44s | ||
| 7/9/26 |  Cross Check: How Canada Wins at Alliances | S2 Episode 2 aftershow with Stephen Marche, Vass Bednar and Jon Shell. The trio dives deeper into the issues of each Gloves Off episode, bringing a mix of insight, expertise, and strong opinions (held at varying degrees) to their lively discussion.Canadian Shield Research:-Map outlining the number of international agreements Canada has made since Carney took office -Mapping Carney's Pivot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 28m 19s | ||||||
| 7/8/26 |  How Canada Wins at Alliances | If a middle powers alliance could create a third pole of power to offset China and the United States, what would that look like in practical terms? What kind of alliance would enable Canada and other middle powers to thrive in a new world order? Host Stephen Marche catches up on Carney’s latest alliance-building moves with former Canadian Diplomat Colin Robertson, and learns from Anthony Dworkin of the European Council on Foreign Relations about how the EU has leaned on strategies like a trade bazooka and a unified defence strategy in Greenland. Featuring (in order of appearance): Ukaleq Slettemark, Colin Robertson and Anthony DworkinVisit our website—gloves-off.ca—for more research behind the issues including an interactive map outlining the number of international agreements Canada has made since Carney took office and a explanation of variable geometry, both from the Canadian Shield Institute.Follow us on YouTube where you can watch our aftershow Cross Check that drops each Thursday with Vass Bednar and Jon Shell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 31m 14s | ||||||
| 7/2/26 |  Cross Check: The Rupture | Gloves Off’s aftershow with Stephen Marche, Vass Bednar and Jon Shell. The trio dives deeper into the issues of each Gloves Off episode, bringing a mix of insight, expertise, and strong opinions (held at varying degrees) to their lively discussion.Canadian Shield Research: -Glossary of Trade War Jargon -U.S. Policy Shifts and Implications for Canada Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 25m 27s | ||||||
| 7/1/26 |  The Rupture | A clear eyed assessment of Mark Carney’s vision of middle powers creating a third pole of power, providing alternatives to a fraying reliance on the United States. Since his famous speech at Davos, he has been travelling the world meeting with likeminded politicians to shore up support. But the reception to his idea has raised doubts in Canada. Host Stephen Marche hears bipartisan caution from former Canadian Foreign Ministers Peter MacKay and John Manley, while former Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull echoes a chorus of approval heard among many global leaders.Subscribe & follow us on YouTube where you can watch our aftershow Cross Check with Vass Bednar and Jon Shell Thursday. Also visit our website—gloves-off.ca—for more research behind the issues from the Canadian Shield Institute including its Glossary of Trade War Jargon and U.S. Policy Timeline Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 27m 18s | ||||||
| 6/25/26 | The Gloves Come Off Again, Canada Day | Gloves Off is about the threat to Canada’s sovereignty and how the country can thrive in the new world disorder. Because it’s not just about surviving as a nation. It’s about winning. Hosted by journalist and author Stephen Marche.The Gloves come off Canada Day, 2026. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and follow us on YouTube where you can watch our aftershow Cross Check with Vass Bednar and Jon Shell.Also visit our website—gloves-off.ca —for more research behind the issues from the Canadian Shield Institute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 1m 55s | ||||||
| 8/19/25 |  Stephen Marche & Margaret Atwood Extended Interview | In this extended interview, Margaret Atwood joins Stephen Marche for a wide-ranging, sharp, and often darkly funny conversation on what we can learn from the past when Canadian sovereignty has been threatened by America; how this moment is exceptional; what we might expect in the future. From draft dodgers to free trade, red bonnets to AI servers, Atwood weighs in on where we are—and where we might be headed. Atwood brings sharp insight and surprising optimism to a moment of national reckoning.A must-listen on sovereignty, survival, and what Canada needs to protect itself from the storm next door. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 27m 05s | ||||||
| 8/12/25 |  What Does The New Normal Look Like? | Over the past seven episodes, we’ve tracked Canada’s shocking, painful, and necessary awakening. The threat from America is no longer theoretical—it’s here, it’s real, and we’re not ready.But something else is happening too. Canadians are responding. Travel boycotts. A rise in patriotism. A new spirit of sovereignty. Because our old relationship with America is over. Our final question to close the series: What does the new normal look like?In this episode, Stephen Marche speaks with two people who have seen the future from different angles: Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and autocracy expert, Anne Applebaum, and legendary author, Margaret Atwood. Together, they help us sketch out the “new normal”—a world caught between democracy and authoritarianism, and where Canada fits into this new world order.This is an episode about what’s at stake, what can be built, and why we can’t go back.Featuring (in order of appearance): Anne Applebaum, Margaret AtwoodWatch an extended version of Stephen's interview with Margaret Atwood on YouTube August 19th. Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts and/or e-mail us [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | 38m 06s | ||||||
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