Best Canadian Security Landscape Podcasts (2025)

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Civilian Service & Defence Leadership with HCol Corinne MacLellan 38:19

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6d ago38:19

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In this episode of Purpose & Protection, host Barry Pitcher, CEO of Commissionaires Nova Scotia, speaks with Corinne MacLellan, a communications strategist and Honorary Lieutenant Colonel of the Halifax Rifles, about the essential role of civilian leadership in Canada’s defence and security landscape. Corinne shares her journey of service, includin…

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Top Technology Trends and Predictions for 2026 41:04

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In this episode KJ Burke discusses the technology trends of 2025 and predictions for 2026. He covers the maturation of AI, the importance of treating data as a product, innovations at the edge, managing cross-cloud environments, building business resiliency and automating the skills gap. Looking ahead, he highlights key trends for 2026, including A…

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Disrupting Traditional Payments: Abdulaziz Al Jouf on the Future of Fintech in the Middle East 19:35

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What does it take to create payment infrastructure from the ground up in one of the world’s fastest-growing fintech regions? Recorded at Money 20/20 in Riyadh, PayTabs CEO and Founder, Abdulaziz Al Jouf, reflects on how the company helped establish one of the Middle East’s earliest fintechs. We explore the challenges of launching in a cash-reliant …

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From Promises to Procurement: Can Canada Actually Spend $81.8 Billion? 35:38

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In this episode of Secure Line, Leah West and Stephanie Carvin break down the most consequential defence budget Canada has seen in generations—joined by special guest Philippe Lagassé, Chair in International Affairs at NPSIA and author of Debating Canadian Defence. With Jess Davis away this week, Leah and Stephanie dive into the headline-grabbing $…

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The Future of Money Movement: Crypto Security and Payments with Michael Shaulov 25:24

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Money moves digitally across invisible networks every day — but what actually carries it from one place to another? Fireblocks CEO Michael Shaulov joins us to unpack the evolution of digital payment rails; the networks and infrastructure that move money in our digital world. We explore how cybersecurity, blockchain, and new forms of currency are re…

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Line Items & Limelights: The Budget’s Eurovision Bet and NatSec Status Quo 34:10

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From balance sheets to ballads, the 2025 budget doubles down on soft power and spectacle, but keeps Canada’s national security stuck in the same old song. In this episode of Secure Line, hosts Stephanie Carvin and Jessica Davis dive into the 2025 Canadian federal budget — a self-proclaimed “transformative” plan that, on closer inspection, mostly re…

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Honour, Country, Sacrifice: Capturing the Faces of Service with Trevor Godinho 35:17

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Acclaimed Toronto-based editorial photographer Trevor Godinho joins host Barry Pitcher, CEO of Commissionaires Nova Scotia, to discuss his powerful portrait series, Honour Country Sacrifice. This moving project captures the stories and faces of Canadian Armed Forces members, past and present, highlighting the diversity and humanity behind the unifo…

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Redefining Wealth Management in Asia-Pacific: How Syfe Is Building Trust and Access with Dhruv Arora 30:11

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How can wealth management become more intuitive, transparent, and accessible? Dhruv Arora, Founder & CEO at Syfe, a leading wealth management platform based in Singapore, shares how Syfe is redefining investing for the mass-affluent segment in Asia-Pacific. Drawing on his background in traditional finance, Dhruv reflects on building trust in emergi…

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Technology Innovations in Media and Entertainment 1:20:38

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In this episode of the CDW Canada Tech Talks podcast, host KJ Burke engages with CDW experts Joe D'Amato, Kris Kostiuk and Kevin Ellsworth to explore the evolving technology landscape of media and entertainment. They discuss the unique challenges faced by the industry, including project-based workflows, cybersecurity threats and the impact of AI on…

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Catherine McKenna: From Climate Battles to Democratic Security 36:51

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In this episode, former Canadian environment and infrastructure minister Catherine McKenna joins Secure Line to discuss her memoir Run Like a Girl and the escalating threats faced by public officials—especially women—working on contentious files like climate policy. McKenna recounts how online harassment (“Climate Barbie”) evolved into offline inti…

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Power Plays and Peace Deals: The Middle East’s Wild Year 47:47

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In this episode of Secure Line, Stephanie Carvin, Leah West, and Jessica Davis speak with returning guest Thomas Juneau to unpack a turbulent year in the Middle East and what it means for Canada. Juneau argues that U.S. policy under President Trump lacks a consistent doctrine and is driven largely by personal involvement that helped force a fragile…

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Vibes Over Evidence: How Governance Failures in Counterterrorism Threaten the Rule of Law 26:56

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In this episode of Secure Line, hosts Stephanie Carvin and Jessica Davis unpack the National Security and Intelligence Review Agency’s (NSIRA) October 2 report on the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). The review examined the CRA’s handling of audits on charities for potential terrorist financing, following long-standing allegations of bias against Musli…

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Changemaker, Justin Tyner 12:05

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Introducing our bonus episode series: Changemakers. This series is dedicated to highlighting the individuals who take action to drive positive change in their communities, organizations, and beyond. Changemakers identify problems, develop innovative solutions, and inspire others to take part in meaningful transformation. These episodes will be shor…

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Money Made Personal: Adrianna Adams on Financial Planning for Millennials and Gen Z 24:18

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How can financial planning evolve from numbers on a spreadsheet to a tool for shaping life goals? Adrianna Adams, Head of Financial Planning at Domain Money, joins Fintech Files to explore how technology and new fee models are transforming the way millennials and Gen Z engage with their financial futures. Drawing on her journey into the field, Adri…

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Bugs, Bytes, and Blackletters: International law and espionage 58:14

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This episode asks the deceptively simple question: is espionage legal? Host Leah West sets the stakes for Canadian operators—CSIS and the CAF must comply with international law unless clearly authorized otherwise—before welcoming scholars Asaf Lubin and Russell Buchan to square off on how international law actually treats spying. Using the African …

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Omnibus Overreach: Immigration and Refugee Reform Buried in Bill C-2 33:05

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In this episode of Secure Line, Leah West, Jessica Davis, and Stephanie Carvin unpack one of the most contentious parts of the Carney government’s Strong Borders Act—the sweeping amendments to Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). Joined by immigration lawyer Jackie Bonisteel, they explore how sections 6 through 9 of the omnibus b…

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Empowering Service with Brigadier-General Mark Parsons 35:55

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Brigadier-General Mark Parsons, CD, from the 5th Canadian Division, joins host Colonel Barry Pitcher, CEO of Commissionaires Nova Scotia and a senior officer in the Primary Army Reserve, for a compelling conversation about the vital role of the Canadian Reserve Force in national security and community support. Often referred to as “citizen soldiers…

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How Businesses Can Have Success with AI 58:58

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By CDW Canada

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Signs, Flags, and Misdemeanors 52:49

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Jess, Leah, and guest Michael (Mike) Nesbitt unpack Canada’s proposed Combating Hate Act: what it actually does, why it’s being introduced, and where it may overreach. They break down the bill’s key moves—creating a stand-alone hate-motivated offense, criminalizing intimidation or obstruction outside religious, cultural, educational and similar spa…

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Backdoors, Borders, and Bill C-2 45:22

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In this episode of Secure Line, Jess, Steph, and Leah dive into the Strong Borders Act—Bill C-2—an omnibus bill that stretches far beyond its title. While marketed as a measure to curb fentanyl and strengthen Canada’s borders, the legislation also proposes sweeping changes to immigration, refugee processes, anti–money laundering powers, and surveil…

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Canadian Defence with the Honourable Peter MacKay 46:59

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In this inaugural episode, Commissionaires Nova Scotia CEO and host, Barry Pitcher, sits down with the Honourable Peter MacKay, PC, KC, to discuss the evolving security landscape and the importance of supporting Canada’s veterans. From service to defence, this conversation explores leadership, legacy and national purpose. Topics Covered: Peter MacK…

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How is Fintech reshaping the future of money? 1:52

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In Season 5 of Fintech Files, our three hosts are traveling across the global fintech landscape, uncovering the most exciting stories from the world’s leading innovation hubs. From embedded payments to crypto, from financial inclusion to the future of millennial finance, they’re diving into the breakthroughs, bold ideas, and unexpected questions de…

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Freezerbags full of intelligence 44:26

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In the season two opener of Secure Line, Steph, Leah, and Jess unpack the national security and intelligence stories that unfolded over the summer. They kick off by discussing the Carney government’s priorities, the RCMP reform white paper, and highlight ongoing frustrations with Canada’s outdated policing model. The hosts also spotlight the upcomi…

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Unlocking the Power of Data 58:25

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By CDW Canada

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Introducing: Purpose & Protection 1:44

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Commissionaires Nova Scotia proudly presents Purpose & Protection, a podcast dedicated to the people behind Canada’s security: veterans, their families, civilians and all those dedicated to keeping our communities safe.By Commissionaires Nova Scotia

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Sustainability in Technology: A New Era 1:00:21

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By CDW Canada

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Exploring BTEX 2025: Insights and Innovations 58:21

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By CDW Canada

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Nat Sec Fight Club 38:31

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In the final episode of Season 1, Jessica Davis and Stephanie Carvin dive into what Canada’s new government should prioritize when it comes to national security and intelligence. From long-overdue RCMP reform to the growing threat of extremist violence, they lay out a transition binder’s worth of ideas—some controversial, all necessary. They debate…

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Bonus Episode: Cybersecurity Challenges Faced by Canadian Organizations 1:09:30

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By CDW Canada

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The Election Episode 35:49

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This week on Secure Line, Jess and Steph tackle the election head-on — with a deep dive into how national security is (and isn’t) showing up in the party platforms. From defense to disinformation, foreign interference to financial crime, and economic resilience to hate-motivated violence, we sift through what the political parties are promising Can…

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The Future of Fintech | Fintech Files Season 4 Finale 20:54

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We’re wrapping up Season 4 of Fintech Files with a special episode reflecting on the past season, while also looking ahead to the future of fintech. Hosts Bianca, Nora and Annika dive into the trends they have seen shape the industry, from AI-driven transformation and the rise of digital banking to the growing focus on sustainability and financial …

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Signal and the (FI) Noise: Catching up with the news 46:14

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Canada’s national security landscape is shifting—fast. In this whirlwind episode, the Secure Line trio reunites to break down the cacophony of news, rumors, and real threats shaping the political and intelligence environment. From foreign interference in Canada’s early election days to China’s digital whispers on WeChat, from annexation talk on X t…

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Playing Defence 38:16

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In this urgent and wide-ranging episode of Secure Line, Stephanie Carvin and Leah West tackle the growing uncertainty in Canada’s defense posture amid escalating rhetoric from U.S. President Donald Trump. With Jessica Davis away this week, they’re joined by defense and security expert Philippe Lagassé to unpack what it all means for Canadian sovere…

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Interoperability in African Fintech: Throwback Episode with Alfred Mukudu from Amazon 32:07

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We’re bringing back one of our favourite episodes from Season 3! We dive into the complexities and opportunities within Africa's financial services sector with Alfred Mukudu, Financial Services Go-To-Market Lead at Amazon Web Services (AWS) South Africa. With over 50 countries and about 42 different currencies, Africa presents a unique landscape fo…

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The View from Taiwan 28:03

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In this special on-the-ground episode, host Stephanie Carvin takes listeners to Taipei, where she attended a series of academic and security-focused conferences, including the first-ever Canada-Taiwan academic conference on Indo-Pacific Security and the Halifax Forum's inaugural overseas event. Amidst rising global tensions and growing concerns abo…

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Open Banking for Good: Eyal Sivan on Data, Innovation and Financial Inclusion 29:46

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How can allowing customers to “own” their data reshape finance for everyone’s benefit? Mr. Open Banking himself, Eyal Sivan, joins Fintech Files to discuss how open banking rose from the 2008 financial crisis to become a worldwide movement centered on competition, innovation, and transparency. With over 25 years in IT and banking technology, Eyal b…

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Terrorism Forecast 2025 43:41

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In this episode of Secure Line, hosts Leah West and Jessica Davis are joined by Dr. Colin P. Clarke, a senior research fellow at the Soufan Center and director of research at the Soufan Group, to discuss the evolving global terrorism landscape. Building on the previous episode's focus on Canada, this conversation broadens the scope to examine the m…

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Celebrating International Women's Day: ERM’s Cynthia Salicrup and Sandra Carrillo on Sustainable Finance and ESG 33:39

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What does it take to drive sustainable change across regions and bridge global disparities? To celebrate International Women’s Day, we’re highlighting the incredible contributions of women in sustainability and fintech with two accomplished leaders: Cynthia Salicrup and Sandra Carrillo, partners at Environmental Resources Management (ERM). Drawing …

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Crypto Cold Front 48:43

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In this episode of Secure Line, Leah, Jess, and Steph sit down with Ari Redbord, Head of Global Policy at TRM Labs, to explore how illicit actors are exploiting cryptocurrency to evade sanctions, launder illicit funds, and finance destabilizing activities. While North Korea’s cyber operations and crypto heists have been widely documented, a surpris…

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Implausible Deniability: The New Age of State Threats 48:47

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In this episode of Secure Line, hosts Stephanie Carvin, Jessica Davis, and Leah West dive into the evolving landscape of state threats. They explore how modern covert operations—from cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns to acts of sabotage—are reshaping national security, highlighting a significant shift from traditional espionage to more tech…

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Supporting Startups and Payment Orchestration with Nader Abdelrazik from MoneyHash 27:15

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How can entrepreneurs in emerging markets break the mold and foster economic growth amid unpredictability? In this episode, Nader Abdelrazik—founder of MoneyHash—shares how he navigated life during the Arab Spring, was motivated to become an economist, and ultimately built a fintech startup. Nader discusses the unique challenges of the Middle East …

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Terrorism Threat Medium? 31:01

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In this episode of Secure Line, hosts Leah West and Jessica Davis examine the evolving terrorism landscape in Canada. The discussion is driven by recent terrorist attacks in the United States at the start of 2025, which reignited concerns about domestic threats. While some have suggested that ISIS is “back,” others argue it never really disappeared…

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Below the Tear Line: A conversation with Michelle Tessier, former CSIS DDO 36:00

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Is Canada finally taking foreign interference seriously? In this episode of Secure Line, we sit down with Michelle Tessier, the former Deputy Director of Operations at CSIS, for an in-depth discussion on intelligence, transparency, and the increasing threat of foreign interference in Canada. Having spent decades at the highest levels of Canada’s in…

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Podmergency 38:14

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In this Podmergency episode of Secure Line, Stephanie Carvin, Jessica Davis, and Leah West break down the latest Canada-U.S. border security deal, announced after the threat of sweeping tariffs from the Trump administration. They explore the $1.3 billion package aimed at securing the border, including the appointment of a fentanyl czar, the designa…

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Season 3 Throwback: Empowering Finance through Financial Inclusion with Vera Futorjanski 33:24

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In this special throwback episode, we revisit our Season 3 interview with Vera Futorjanski, Founder and CEO of Beyond Global and Veritas Ventures. How many globally lack access to banking? Astonishingly, one in three. In this insightful conversation, Vera Futorjanski, former Head of Communications at Rocket Internet and founding member of Dubai Fut…

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Deep Dive on Data Centres 1:41:59

10M ago1:41:59

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By Martin Bazinet, Joseph Reele

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Sorry, we're compromised 43:19

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In this episode of Secure Line, hosts Stephanie and Jessica reflect on the final report from Canada’s Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference. They explore the major revelations about foreign interference by China, Russia, and India in Canada’s political system, particularly in the 2019 and 2021 federal elections. The conversation highlights key t…

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Trump 2.0: Putting Makeup on a Bear in a Closet 42:26

11M ago42:26

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The inaugural episode of Secure Line, a podcast hosted by Jessica Davis, Leah West, and Stephanie Carvin, explores the implications of Donald Trump’s return to office as the 47th President of the United States and its impact on Canadian security and intelligence. The discussion focuses on how Trump's policies, including proposed tariffs on Canadian…

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Inclusive Growth and Breaking the Glass Ceiling with Mastercard’s Subhashini Chandran 25:01

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How do we achieve inclusive growth and break the glass ceiling? Subhashini Chandran, Mastercard’s SVP of Social Impact, Asia Pacific, Europe, and Africa, shares insights from her journey—from leading India’s largest tea business to driving global initiatives that empower women and foster equitable growth. With a deep understanding of systemic chall…