Podcast appearances and mentions of David Perry

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Scott Clancy to discuss his recent visit to Greenland as a guest of the Kingdom of Denmark. // Guest bios: - Scott Clancy is a retired Major General and former Director of Operations for all NORAD in Colorado Springs. // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended readings: "Difficult Conversations", by Harvard Business Review: www.amazon.ca/Difficult-Conversations-HBR-20-Minute-Manager/dp/1633690784 // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding, Invest Nova Scotia and Ombudsman. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Judy Alomari Release date: 19 June 2026

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In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Jean-François Séguin, Parker Larson, Commander Jarett Hunt, Benoit Guyon, Charles Clow, and Captain Maurice Tremblay to discuss milestones in the delivery of Canada's shipbuilding strategy. // Guest bios: - Jean-François Séguin is Vice President, Communications and Government Relations at Irving Shipbuilding - Parker Larson is Vice President, Programs at Irving Shipbuilding - Commander Jarett Hunt is Project Manager for the Arctic Offshore Patrol Ships program - Benoit Guyon is Arctic Offshore Patrol Ship (Canadian Coast Guard Variant) for Fisheries and Oceans Canada - Charles Clow is Director of Infrastructure at Irving Shipbuilding - Captain Maurice Tremblay is Director of Naval Major Crown Projects, Combatant // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Judy Alomari Release date: 12 June 2026

Inspired by Hollywood's Walk of Fame, the Rainbow Honor Walk was 20 years in the making. Founder Emeritus David Perry discusses the mission of this monument which is centered around the world famous Castro District.

In the third episode of our series with the 1 Canada Air Division on Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with the Commander, Major-General Chris McKenna, and the Chief Warrant Officer, Dipen Mistry. We talk about their roles in the division, current operational focus, and perspectives on RCAF modernization. // Guest bios: - Major-General Chris McKenna is the Commander of the 1 Canadian Air Division - Chief Warrant Officer Dipen Mistry is the Chief of the 1 Canadian Air Division // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings - "Never Split the Difference" by Chris Voss - "Origins of Victory" by Andrew F. Krepinevich // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 4 June 2026

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Dirk Lesko, Jean-Francois Seguin, Lee Fromson, Travis Farrell, Francis Fontaine, Peter Dyck to discuss the growth of the wider industrial capacity that's been created through the National Shipbuilding Strategy. // Guest bios: - Dirk Lesko is the President of Irving Shipbuilding - Jean-François Seguin is the Vice President, Communications and Governments at Irving Shipbuilding - Lee Fromson is Vice President - Supply-Chain, Commercial, Procurement & Quality - Travis Farrell is the President of Unifor Marine Workers Local 1 - Francis Fontaine is the CEO at Bronswerk Group -Peter Dyck is the Vice-President of Sales – Naval Handling at Rolls-Royce // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 29 May 2026

In this two-part episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Dr. Alexander Salt and Dr. Craig Stone to discuss their most recent publications, “Driving Canadian Defence Innovation Through the Minor Capital Portfolio” and “Canada Finally Has a Defence Industrial Strategy: But Does It Say the Right Things?” respectively. We look at previous procurement strategies put forward, the importance of procurement vs. investment, and accelerating capabilities. // Guest bios: Dr. Alexander Salt is the Senior Researcher and Managing Editor at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute Dr. Craig Stone is an Emeritus Associate Professor of Defence Studies, Department of Defence Studies, at the Canadian Forces College (CFC) // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Canada Finally Has a Defence Industrial Strategy: But Does It Say the Right Things?" by Dr. Craig Stone - "Driving Canadian Defence Innovation Through the Minor Capital Portfolio" by Dr. Alexander Salt - A New Blueprint for Government by James Mitchell and Kevin Lynch - AI, Automation, and War by Anthony King // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 22 May 2026

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Vice-Admiral (ret'd) Ron Lloyd to discuss his most recent publication, “Aligning Canada's Policy Architecture with the Defence Industrial Strategy”. // Guest bios: Vice-Admiral (ret'd) Ron Lloyd is the 35th Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Aligning Canada's Policy Architecture with the Defence Industrial Strategy" by Vice-Admiral (ret'd) Ron Lloyd // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 15 May 2026

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Thomas Juneau to examine current developments in Iran, assess the stability and trajectory of the regime, and evaluate the role and impact of the United States. // Guest bios: Thomas Juneau is a CGAI Fellow and a Professor at the University of Ottawa's Graduate School of Public and International Affairs // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "The Persian" by David Mccloskey // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 08 May 2026

David Perry shares about his new book, The Public Scholar, on episode 621 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode Teaching is the most important form of public engagement that any of us do. -David Perry If we are really practiced at teaching, and as we develop our skills as teachers, those are the skills that can also take us into other spaces outside of the classroom. -David Perry Academia is structured around all kinds of failure. Once you recognize that, and then bring yourself into another context where you’re going to experience rejection, you already have the skills to cope with it. -David Perry I think all writers, and certainly in academia, worry a lot about our worst faith readers. How do we not get ripped apart? You have to write for your best faith reader. You have to really shift your focus. -David Perry Resources The Public Scholar: A Practical Handbook by David M. Perry Tressie McMillan Cottom Kevin Gannon — The Tattooed Professor Irene Maweu Higher Love Pluribus The Drop Kick Murphys ‘Streets of Minneapolis': 32 protest songs inspired by the Twin Cities' ICE resistance The Neighborhood Kids, “Breaking News”

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail, Saab Canada, and the Public Service Alliance of Canada.Greetings, you curiouser and curiouser Herle Burly-ites! The way we're thinking about defence in Canada is not the same as it was 5 years ago. 1 year ago. Or even 6 months ago. The wars in Ukraine and Iran have dramatically demonstrated the impact of new technologies. And in February, the Carney government committed more than 80 billion NEW dollars over 5 years to rebuild and rearm our forces. 340 billion in total. It's more than defence spending.  It's a whole new defence industrial strategy. I want to know: How do we spend that money?  What kind of defence capacity do we build?  Who and what are we defending ourselves against? How have war innovations changed thinking about what we produce, or procure? What will our North look like in 10 years?This is just some of what I covered with our guest, David Perry, today. Including ... shockingly ... his opinion that we should be buying American jets! And my debate with him on that.David is making his 2nd appearance with us on the pod. He's the President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, a non-partisan, independent think tank.Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or your favourite podcast app.Watch episodes of The Herle Burly via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.The sponsored ads contained in the podcast are the expressed views of the sponsor and not those of the publisher.

In the second episode of our series with the 1 Canada Air Division, David Perry sits down with LCol Matt Cochrane to discuss his position, the role of the Intelligence branch, and adapting to new technologies and intelligence needs in an ever-evolving defence environment. // Guest bios: LCol Matt Cochrane is Chief of the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance and Division Chief of the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Division in the 1 Canada Air Division. // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Dungeon Crawler Carl" by Matt Dinniman // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 24 April 2026

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Hon. Randall Schriver and Mike Kuiken to discuss their 2025 Annual Report to Congress by the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission. We look at the work the Commission has done, updates on the link between China and Iran, and how this fits in the U.S. national security defence ecosystem. // Guest bios: Hon. Randall Schriver is the Chair at the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission Mike Kuiken is the Vice-Chair at the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Island at the Center of The World" by Russell Shorto - "Wide Wide Sea" by Hampton Sides // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 17 April 2026

It's not actually official that Canada's defence budget meets NATO's two per cent of GDP target, despite the press releases claiming so. Yes, spending has been going up, but what is it really meant for? This is Brian's discussion this week with David Perry, president of the Global Affairs Institute, and Christian Leuprecht from the Royal Military College of Canada. They explain how the government still can't figure out if it wants to project power or sit on the sidelines and criticize those who do, and whether it wants excellent equipment or just the grandest job-creation promises. We might suddenly think we've become serious about defence, but our allies and our enemies have reason to question how serious we really are. (Recorded April 2, 2026) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colorado-born elite runner turned entrepreneur David Perry is here—a guy who went from captain of Adidas Runners NYC to founder of one of the most talked-about jewelry brands in the athletic world. David gained notoriety in the NYC running community before founding his own luxury jewelry brand, David Perry Jewelry. He was an All-America runner at the University of Portland, where he competed in Cross Country and Track & Field.As a middle-to-long-distance specialist, he has times like 3:45.61 in the 1500m and 23:18 in the 8,000m under his belt. Post-collegiately, he became a captain for Adidas Runners NYC, while staying heavily involved in the city's running culture. Although he set out in 2018 to make the U.S. Olympic Marathon trials and failed to do so in 2020, his ambition is nothing to frown at; he also signed Olympic gold medalist Grant Holloway as the brand's first-ever ambassador in 2024.From the trails of Colorado, to the roads of New York City, to the Olympic stage in Paris, David Perry's journey is proof that your biggest ambitions don't always look the way you planned them. He set out to make the Olympic Marathon Trials. Instead, he built a brand that made it to the Olympics anyway.Tap into the David Perry Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. Comment the word“PODCAST” below and I'll DM you a link to listen. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend!Comment the word “PODCAST” below and I'll DM you a link to listen. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend!S H O W  N O T E S -The Run Down By The Running Effect (our new newsletter!): https://tinyurl.com/mr36s9rs-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run  -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffz

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we present the first episode in our series with the 1 Canada Air Division. In our first feature, David Perry sits down with Colonel Curtis Wright, to discuss routine operations that are managed from the Combined Aerospace Operations Centre (CAOC),  how we coordinate with allied operation centres and what the evolution of the CAOC will look like as the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) undergoes modernization. // Guest bios: Colonel Curtis Wright is the Director of the Combined Aerospace Operations Centre // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Developing Coaching Leaders" by Major-General (ret'd) Scott Clancy // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 10 April 2026

Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos on this Easter Monday, as the U.S. President sends Iran a deadline. They have until Tuesday night at 8 o'clock to make a deal and end the war. if they don't, the United States will attack critical infrastructure. We get the full breakdown from CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham. On today's show: Pollster Nik Nanos breaks down what's at stake for the Liberals in next week's byelections. Listen to Vassy's interview with Federal Transport Minister Steve MacKinnon about the growing opposition to Canada's high-speed rail proposal. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: An in-depth look at the Artemis II mission. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sabrina Grover, Jamie Ellerton, and Tom Mulcair. David Perry, the CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, discusses a new poll showing Canadians are more open to military service. Retired Canadian astronaut Dave Williams on Artemis II reaching the Moon.

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Chris Pogue, the President Defence and Space at Calian Group. We discuss talk why IP matters so much for Canada in the context of the DIS, and what Canada should be doing to protect it. We look at why we should make more funding available for IP development, invest in the protection of IP and enable fair use for Canada where Canada funded the research. // Guest bios: Chris Pogue is President, Defence and Space at Calian Group // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "The Storm Before The Calm" by George Friedman // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 02 April 2026

In this Triple Helix episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Dr. Lilit Klein to discuss her latest paper, "Canada, the EU, and the Future of the ITAR Exemption". // Guest bios: Dr. Lilit Klein is the Editor of Research and Publications at the CDA Institute // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Canada, the EU, and the Future of the ITAR Exemption" by Dr. Lilit Klein - "The Rest of Our Lives" by Ben Markovits // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 27 March 2026

In this Triple Helix episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Dr. Julie Kim, our Korea Fellow, to discuss Prime Minister Mark Carney's trip to Australia, India and Japan, opportunities for cooperation with Indo-Pacific countries and Canada-ROK maritime security cooperation. // Guest bios: Dr. Julie Kim is the Korea Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Antkind" by Charlie Kaufman // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 20 March 2026

In this of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee, Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy. We discuss where the RCN sits today, fleet assets regarding the submarine program, personnel and Coast Guard operations. // Guest bios: Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee is the Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Pirate of the Adriatic" by Sean Livingston // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 13 March 2026

In this Triple Helix episode of Defence Deconstructed, we sit down with LGen Darcy Molstad and CWO Donovan Crawford of the newly created Canadian Joint Forces Command. We talk about the role of the CJFC in the CAF, it's areas of focus and the goals of the organization in bringing together a new culture with a number of different subcultures from long standing parts of the Canadian Armed Forces. // Guest bios: - Lieutenant-General Darcy Molstad is the Commander of the Canadian Joint Forces Command - Chief Warrant Officer Donovan Crawford is the Canadian Joint Forces Command Sergeant-Major // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Unit X" by Raj M. Shah and Christopher Kirchhoff - "The triangle of Power" by Alexander Stubb - "New Cold Wars" by David Sanger // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 06 March 2026

In this special Triple Helix episode of Defence Deconstructed, we're featuring a special joint episode with the Conference of Defence associations, featuring a conversation between Dr. David Perry and CDA Institute Executive Director, Dr Gaëlle Rivard Piché, and host, David Borys. We look at the Defence Industrial Strategy and how it will impact defence procurement, industry and influence national security. // Participants' bios: Dr Gaëlle Rivard Piché is the Executive Director at the CDA Institute & Conference of Defence Associations Dr. David Perry is the President and CEO at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Host bio: David Borys is a Research Fellow at the CDA Institute // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll // Recording Date: February 24, 2026 Release date: February 27, 2026

The Prime Minister is pledging to buy 70 percent of the country's military gear here at home within a decade. That's promising news for Canadian companies like Kraken Robotics. But experts say the change won't be easy. We speak with Bernard Mills, the executive vice-president of defence of Kraken Robotics, a marine technology company founded in Newfoundland, David Perry, president of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute think tank, and Erin O'Toole, the former leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, a veteran of the Canadian armed forces, and a distinguished fellow specializing in international trade at the Hudson Institute.

In this Triple Helix episode of Defence Deconstructed, we sit down with Dr. Olena Kryzhanivska to discuss her latest paper, “Lessons and Warnings for Canada's Defence Investment Agency”. We discuss the announcement of the Defence Investment Agency (DIA) and outlining what it would do, focus on centralizing procurement to align with partners like the U.K., France and Australia, and provide some recommendations to guide Canada on the implementation and operational success of the DIA. // Guest bios: Dr. Olena Kryzhanivska is a COVE Post-Doctoral Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, where she focuses on defence innovations in Canada. // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "De Gruyter Handbook of Drone Warfare" edited by James Patton Rogers // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 20 February 2026

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we sit down with BGen Christopher Horner to discuss Canada's plans for space, the creation and evolution of 3 Canadian Space Division (3CSD) and the future of Canadian space activity in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and Department of National Defence (DND). // Guest bios: BGen Christopher Warner is the Commander of 3 Canadian Space Division (3 CSD) and Joint Force Space Component Commander // Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Final Orbit" by Chris Hadfield // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 06 February 2026

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we sit down with Mike Greenley to discuss the next bound of space exploration, the emerging space economy, Canada's defence space needs and the opportunity to leverage Canadian defence industry in a space context. // Guest bios: Mike Greenley is the CEO of MDA Space // Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 30 January 2026

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we sit down with Kristian Søby Kristensen to discuss the evolution of the relationship between Denmark and the United States from a military and strategic perspective, how that relationship includes Greenland and using this history to situate recent events with President Trump. // Guest bios: Kristian Søby Kristensen is the Head of the Strategy and War Studies Program, Royal Danish Defence Institute // Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 23 January 2026

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we sit down with Michael Petric to discuss his latest paper, “Opportunities for Canadian Generative AI in the Indo-Pacific”. We examine the opportunities for Canadian AI in the Indo-Pacific, and what both government and industry can do to pursue them. // Guest bios: Michael Petric is an Advisor - Defence and Public Procurement at Bondy & Associates and a CGAI Fellow. // Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Opportunities for Canadian Generative AI in the Indo-Pacific" by Michael Petric - "The Finest Hotel in Kabul" by Lyse Doucet // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 16 January 2026

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we sit down with Bibi Imre-Millei to discuss her research, specifically her latest paper, "Canada's Drone Use and Ethics Program". // Guest bios: Bibi Imre-Millei is a PhD student at the Department of Political Science at Lund University in Sweden, researching drone operator identity and community from a critical perspective. // Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Canada's Drone Use and Ethics Program" by Bibi Imre-Millei - "Play Nice" by Rachel Harrison - "After The Clearances" by Alison Leyland // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 09 January 2026

In this first episode of Defence Deconstructed for 2026, we feature our most popular episode from 2025, "Inflection Point: Canadian Army Modernization" with Lieutenant-General Michael Wright, Commander of the Canadian Army. David Perry sits down with Lieutenant-General Wright to discuss the Canadian Army's most ambitious transformation in decades. This transformation includes shifting the Army's four divisions to a mission-first, effect-driven model. It is a generational change in how the Army is structured, equipped, and trained. The Evolving Canadian Army will ensure it is ready for the challenges of a new era characterized by global instability. // Guest bios: Lieutenant-General Michael Wright is the Commander of the Canadian Army // Host bio: - David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "White Sun War" by Major General (Ret'd) Mick Ryan - "The Evolving Canadian Army" by The Canadian Army // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 2 January 2026

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we're featuring a fireside chat from our November 27th 2025 conference, Creating Pan-Domain Continental Defence, with the Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force, Lieutenant-General Jamie Speiser-Blanchet. Thank you the Department of National Defence's MINDS program and all our sponsors who made the conference, and this episode, possible. We'd also like to thank everyone who donated to the Institute on Giving Tuesday, your support is incredibly important in helping us deliver our programming. If you didn't have a chance to donate, but still want to support the Institute or podcast, you can still do so through the support link on our website. // Guest bios: - Lieutenant-General Jamie Speiser-Blanchet is the Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force // Host bio: - David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 26 December 2025

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we're featuring the second panel from our November 12th 2025 Defence Procurement Conference, with Lieutenant-General Jamie Speiser-Blanchet, Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee and Lieutenant-General Michael Wright. Thank you the Department of National Defence's MINDS program and all our sponsors who made the conference, and this episode, possible. We'd also like to thank everyone who donated to the Institute on Giving Tuesday, your support is incredibly important in helping us deliver our programming. If you didn't have a chance to donate, but still want to support the Institute or podcast, you can still do so through the support link on our website – if you do before the end of the year you'll be eligible for a 100% CRA charitable donation tax credit for 2025. // Guest bios: - Lieutenant-General Jamie Speiser-Blanchet is the Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force - Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee is the Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy - Lieutenant-General Michael Wright is the Commander of the Canadian Army // Host bio: - David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 19 December 2025

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we're featuring a fireside chat from our November 27th 2025 conference, Creating Pan-Domain Continental Defence, with Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), The Honourable Stephen Fuhr. Thank you the Department of National Defence's MINDS program and all our sponsors who made the conference, and this episode, possible. We'd also like to thank everyone who donated to the Institute on Giving Tuesday, your support is incredibly important in helping us deliver our programming. If you didn't have a chance to donate, but still want to support the Institute or podcast, you can still do so through the support link on our website – if you do before the end of the year you'll be eligible for a 100% CRA charitable donation tax credit for 2025. // Guest bios: - The Honourable Stephen Fuhr is the Secretary of State (Defence Procurement). // Host bio: - David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 12 December 2025

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we're featuring a panel discussion from our November 27th 2025 conference Creating Pan-Domain Continental Defence, that was focused on “Integrated Air and Missile Defence”. It featuring CGAI Fellows Col (ret'd) Dr. Al Stephenson, Peter Bates and Dr. James Fergusson, as well as Peggy Mason, the President of the Rideau Institute. Thank you the Department of National Defence's MINDS program and all our sponsors who made the conference, and this episode, possible. We'd also like to thank everyone who donated to the Institute on Giving Tuesday, your support is incredibly important in helping us deliver our programming. If you didn't have a chance to donate, but still want to support the Institute or podcast, you can still do so through the support link on our website – if you do before the end of the year you'll be eligible for a 100% CRA charitable donation tax credit for 2025. // Guest bios: - Peter Bates is a CGAI Fellow and a retired veteran Canadian Foreign Service Officer. - Dr. James Fergusson is a CGAI Fellow and Professor Emeritus in the Department of Political Studies, and Deputy Director of the Centre for Defence and Security Studies. - Peggy Mason is the President of the Rideau Institute - Col (ret'd) Dr. Al Stephenson is a CGAI Fellow and is an aviation consultant and a 35-year veteran of the Canadian Forces. // Host bio: - David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 05 December 2025

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we sit down with Dr. Julie Kim, to discuss her new paper, “From Intelligence Gathering to Financial Gain: Countering DPRK Cyber Operations.”. This coming Tuesday, 2nd December, is Giving Tuesday, an important day for registered charities like the Canadian Global Affairs Institute. If you wish to support us, please click the link here: https://www.cgai.ca/support All donations will receive a 100% CRA charitable donation tax receipt. Thank you in advance for your consideration. // Guest bios: Dr. Julie Kim is a Post-Doctoral Fellow leading the Korea Program at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute and a Country Expert on North Korea for the Bertelsmann Transformation Index. // Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Autocracy Inc" by Anne Applebaum // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 26 November 2025

Tamara Uzelac Hall is an author, speaker, mother, podcast host, and amazing woman. She shares her life story and wisdom of how her life turned out differently than she ever expected, and her passion for the scriptures has helped her to lean into God, has taught her that everything works out for our good.Tammy hosts the "Sunday on Monday" Desert Book podcast, where she interviews guests and they dive into Come Follow Me. Her passion for the scriptures will get you excited to study.Tune in to learn how Hebrew in the Old Testament can deeper your understanding of Jesus Christ. You can find her podcast here: https://www.ldsliving.com/sundayonmondayand her latest book: https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6086912.htmlALSO coming mid-December, a series with Tammy and David Perry on Hebrew in the Old Testament.

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Dr. Paul Mitchell, to discuss professional military education in Canada, looking at the current state of student preparation in the CAF, the hiring of the department with the budgetary expansion and Canada's unique approach to military education. // Guest bios: Dr. Paul Mitchell is the Deputy Chair of the Department of Military Plans and Operations at the Canadian Forces College // Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "The Expanse" series by James S. A. Corey - "A Two-Edged Sword" by Nicholas Tracy // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 21 November 2025

How do you tell the entire history of humanity in a single book? Whatever you do, do not open a browser window. Thanks to Dorsa Amir, Duncan Stibbard Hawkes and David Perry for help researching and fact-checking this episode!Where to find us: Our PatreonOur merch!Peter's newsletterPeter's other podcast, 5-4Mike's other podcast, Maintenance PhaseSources:A Response to Yuval HarariYuval Noah Harari's History of Everyone, EverHow Humankind Conquered the WorldThe revolution that wasn'tAdvances In The Study Of The Origin Of Humanness21 Lessons for the 21st Century is a banal and risible self-help bookAre Human Rights Western? Bonaparte in EgyptShip of FoolsThe Dangerous Populist Science of Yuval Noah HarariA Reductionist History of HumankindHarari, Sapiens and historical accuracyThe Broad Spectrum Revolution at 40The Neolithic Revolution in the Middle EastWas the Agricultural Revolution a Terrible Mistake?The Darker Side of the "Original Affluent Society"Harari's world historyCompassion with Justice: Harari's Assault on Human RightsReconsidering the link between past material culture and cognition Thanks to Mindseye for our theme song!

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with with Philippe Lagassé, to further discuss the new budget and reflecting on the government's direction so far on defence policy and some of the initial parts of the forthcoming Defence Industrial Strategy. // Guest bios: Philippe Lagassé is a CGAI Fellow and an associate professor and Barton Chair at the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, Carleton University. // Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "A New Blueprint for Government" by Kevin G. Lynch and James R. Mitchell // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 14 November 2025

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry sits down with Charlotte Duval-Lantoine to breakdown the new Carney budget and its implications for defence.  // Guest bios: Charlotte Duval-Lantoine is Vice President Ottawa Office at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "The Kingdom of Fantasy (Geronimo Stilton and the Kingdom of Fantasy #1)" by Geronimo Stilton // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 7 November 2025

In this episode of the Southeastern Fly Podcast, host David Perry welcomes returning guest Rob Jeeves for a deep dive into DIY Fly Fishing North Carolina. Rob—who cut his fly-fishing teeth in the Tar Heel State before moving north—shares hard-earned insights on planning and fishing a self-guided trip through the region's freestones, headwaters, and neighboring tailwaters.They cover everything from gear and fly selection to reading water, fishing etiquette, and why Western North Carolina continues to call anglers back. Rob also gives behind-the-scenes stories from his YouTube channel and his recent post—Hurricane Helene series that revisited many of his favorite Appalachian streams.Highlights of the EpisodeA Lifelong Connection: Rob's fly fishing story began while studying at NC State and evolved into years of exploring mountain waters like Stone Mountain, Helton Creek, and the Elk River around Banner Elk.Freestone Favorites: Insights into fishing high-elevation brook trout streams and valley rivers—how to pack multiple rods, pick versatile flies like the Elk Hair Caddis and pheasant tail, and read tight mountain water.Tailwater Talk: A look across the Tennessee line to the Watauga and South Holston—what to know about generation schedules, long leaders, and using local fly shops for up-to-date hatch info.DIY Done Right: How to plan a North Carolina fishing trip that balances comfort and adventure—whether you're camping along the Davidson or staying in an Airbnb near Boone or Brevard (bonus tip: bring a paper map, not just your phone).Beyond the Fishing: The camaraderie of the Psycho Fly Fishers, 25 years strong, reminds us that great trips are about more than fish—community, memories, and shared time on the water.Post-Helene Perspective: Rob's YouTube series documents the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and the resilience of mountain communities rebuilding their homes, bridges, and beloved trout streams.Food Stops Worth the Drive: Don't miss local gems like The Starving Squirrel, Banner Elk Café, Pie on the Mountain in Lansing, and the Old Hampton Store and Barbecue in Linville.Whether you're plotting your first DIY fishing road trip or just want to relive time on familiar waters, this episode captures the spirit, simplicity, and soul of fly fishing in the Blue Ridge. This is for sure a must-listen for anglers who want to explore North Carolina's mountain waters.ResourcesInstagram: @robjeevesYouTube: RobJeeves1972The Starving Squirrel — Great spot for coffee and breakfast in the High Country.Old Hampton Store & Barbecue — Classic Southern BBQ and live music.Pie on the Mountain — Must-stop for pizza in Lansing.Banner Elk Café — Local favorite mentioned by Rob.

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we sit down with Jonathan Miller to discuss Prime Minister Carney's Indo-Pacific Visit. We dive into the geopolitical impacts, bilateral engagements and the framing of this trip for Canada. We're also happy to let listeners know that registration is now open for our annual Defence Procurement conference on the 12th of November, so if you don't have tickets already, you can register online at the CGAI website. // Guest bios: Jonathan Miller is a Principal at Pendulum Geopolitical Advisory Group // Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "On Dangerous Ground: America's Century in the South China Sea" Gregory B. Poling // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 31 October 2025

The episode delves into the often-contentious relationship between conservative Christianity, particularly as represented by the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), and the scientific community. Through the insights of Dr. Benjamin Phillips and Dr. David Perry, we explore how individuals can perceive God through the lens of scientific inquiry, specifically in fields such as chemistry and ecology. The discussion reveals that the doctrines of creation and the understanding of God's presence in the natural world can coexist harmoniously with scientific exploration and understanding. We examine the misconceptions that many hold regarding the tension between faith and science, demonstrating that a more nuanced perspective can lead to greater unity within the church and a fuller appreciation of God's handiwork in creation. Ultimately, this conversation invites listeners to reconsider their views on the interplay of faith and science, promoting a more integrated approach to understanding both realms.The inaugural episode of the miniseries "The Whole Church Science Fair" features a profound dialogue between hosts Joshua Noel and TJ Blackwell and esteemed guests Dr. Benjamin Phillips, the Dean of Christian Studies at Charleston Southern University, and Dr. David Perry, an Associate Professor of Chemistry. This episode delves into the intricate relationship between conservative Christianity, particularly as represented by the Southern Baptist Convention, and the scientific community. It challenges the prevailing notion that these two realms are perpetually at odds, particularly concerning issues such as creationism and evolution. The guests articulate how the doctrines of creation can coexist with scientific inquiry, particularly in chemistry and ecology, emphasizing the pursuit of knowledge as a means of understanding God's handiwork in the natural world. They explore how scientific endeavors can illuminate the divine attributes of God, fostering a dialogue that seeks to bridge the gaps between faith and science, ultimately advocating for a more harmonious relationship between the two.Takeaways: In the inaugural episode of our miniseries "The Whole Church Science Fair", we engage with Dr. Benjamin Phillips and Dr. David Perry to explore the intersection of conservative Christianity and scientific inquiry, specifically within the context of the Southern Baptist Convention. The dialogue reveals a common misconception that conservative churches, particularly the Southern Baptist Convention, are inherently antagonistic towards the scientific community, largely due to historical tensions surrounding issues such as evolution and creationism. We discuss how the study of chemistry can illuminate the grandeur of God's creation, emphasizing that scientific discovery can enhance our understanding of divine work rather than diminish it. Dr. Perry articulates a stewardship ethic concerning ecological work, asserting that humanity's role in creation is to cultivate and enhance the natural world rather than exploit it, reflecting the biblical mandate found in Genesis. The episode challenges listeners to consider how a deeper engagement with both scripture and scientific principles can foster unity within the church, particularly amidst differing interpretations of controversial topics such as the age of the earth and human origins. By understanding diverse historical interpretations of Genesis, listeners may find common ground with fellow believers, promoting a spirit of cooperation rather than division in discussions surrounding faith and science. .Check out all of the other shows in the Anazao Podcast Network:https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm.You can leave a donation, buy podcast merchandise, check out previous series that...

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we sit down with Charlotte Duval-Lantoine. Today we discuss the recently released reports from the Auditor General this week on Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) recruiting and housing. We outline the restrictions to the current criteria, the effect this has on both rates of recruitment and status of housing and how this determines the future of the CAF. // Guest bios: Charlotte Duval-Lantoine is VP Ottawa Office at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Host bio: - David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 24 October 2025

In this episode of Defence Deconstructed, we make available the third panel from our September 16th 2025 conference Charting Canada's Digital Ambition, titled “Setting the Conditions for Success”. Featuring Jody Thomas, ADM Nutan Behki and Mel Crocker, moderated by BGen (Ret'd) Chris Ayotte, the four discuss human and technological risk point in both government and industry. This conference was organized by Triple Helix, supported by the Department of National Defence's Mobilizing Insights in Defence and Security (MINDS) program, CGAI's strategic sponsors, and conference sponsors Dell Technologies and Microsoft. // Guest bios: - Jody Thomas is the former National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime Minister - Nutan Behki is Assistant Deputy Minister for Shared Services Canada - Mel Crocker is the Chief Information Officer of Air Canada - Brigadier-General (Ret'd) Chris Ayotte is Principal BD Manager for the National Security and Defence Team at AWS Canada. // Host bio: - David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 17 October 2025

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What happens when one of the greatest empires in history begins to unravel? Matt Lewis explores the turbulent era of the Carolingian Empire's rise and fall with Matthew Gabriel and David Perry. The Carolingian Civil War saw kings fighting kings, brother facing off against brother, and sons challenging their fathers. Together they delve into the succession disputes among the Frankish rulers, the violent conflicts that shaped medieval Europe, and the myth-making that justified Carolingian rule.Gone Medieval is presented by Matt Lewis and edited by Amy Haddow. The producer is Rob Weinberg. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. You can take part in our listener survey here: https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on

Much of what we take for granted about the European Middle Ages was a product of the Carolingian dynasty, particularly its most notable member, Charlemagne. But before long, the empire Charlemagne built splintered, thanks to the ambitions of his grandsons. Dr. David Perry is co-author, along with Professor Matthew Gabriele, of the new book Oathbreakers, which is a wonderful and informative look at how the Carolingian world fell apart.Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Forty Years that Shook the World in hardcopy, ebook, or audiobook (read by Patrick) here: https://bit.ly/PWverge. And check out Patrick's new podcast The Pursuit of Dadliness! It's all about “Dad Culture,” and Patrick will interview some fascinating guests about everything from tall wooden ships to smoked meats to comfortable sneakers to history, sports, culture, and politics. https://bit.ly/PWtPoDListen to new episodes 1 week early, to exclusive seasons 1 and 2, and to all episodes ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App https://wondery.app.link/tidesofhistoryBe the first to know about Wondery's newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterThis episode comes out for free on (WIDE DATE), and is available early and ad-free for Wondery+ subscribers.Sign up on http://wondery.fm/applepodcasts and stay up-to-date on the latest new podcasts and more from Wondery.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.