Plan C

by Plan C

Season 2

Beyond CSIS: Security and Intelligence in the Corporate World - A Conversation with Maria Robson-Morrow

In this episode, we spotlight private sector intelligence, a vital but often overlooked area of expertise. Joining us is Dr. Maria Robson-Morrow, a distinguished professional and researcher with years of experience in the industry. She introduces us to private sector intelligence, where legal and ethical intelligence techniques are used to protect companies' people, operations, and assets in a globalized and often volatile world. Dr. Maria Robson-Morrow takes us into the heart of her work with a compelling case study from the 2015 Nigerian elections, where intelligence strategies helped a Canadian energy company navigate security risks in a tense geopolitical environment. Along the episode, we’ll cover how private sector intelligence differs from related fields like corporate security and political risk analysis and how companies structure their intelligence teams to mitigate threats and facilitate decision-making. This episode also explores the broader landscape of the private sector intelligence industry, examining how businesses and consultancies provide these critical services. Whether you're a Canadian business owner seeking to hire an intelligence firm or a student interested in breaking into the field, our guest offers practical insights into ethical practices, required skills, and career pathways. If you’ve ever wondered how intelligence operates outside of government agencies or how global companies stay one step ahead of emerging risks, this conversation is for you.

S2 · E1

Nov 25, 2024

33:32

Season 1

Young Diplomats of Canada - A Conversation with Christina Caouette

Join us for a conversation with CEO of the Young Diplomats of Canada (YDC) Christina Caouette. Christina Caouette is a public policy and foreign affairs analyst with the Government of Canada. Currently, she works as a Senior Policy Analyst at Natural Resources Canada, where she forwards Canada’s energy security and net zero commitments as part of the Natural Gas & Hydrogen Division. Her federal government experience working for international affairs teams at Global Affairs Canada and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada have enabled her to contribute to Canada's bilateral relations with countries in Europe, Asia, and South America. Christina is the proud recipient of the 2021 Government of Canada Volunteer Award in the Emerging Leader Category in the Prairies Region for her volunteer work in youth advocacy. Through her role at YDC, she has represented Canadian youth at multiple international forums, most recently engaging on sustainable development platforms in India and Morocco. Christina has gained on-the-ground experience in diplomacy as a public affairs trainee with the Delegation of the European Union to Canada and the Embassy of Ireland in Ottawa. Christina holds an M.A. in European, Russian and Eurasian Studies from Carleton University and a B.A. (Hons) in Political Science from the University of Alberta.

S1 · E4

Nov 25, 2023

22:53

Canada's Critical Juncture in the Indo-Pacific region - A Conversation with Stephen Nagy

In this episode, our attention turns to the Indo-Pacific region, where we delve into Canada's evolving role. Joining us as our guest is Dr. Stephen Nagy, a highly respected professor International Christian University in Tokyo, Japan, and a fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute. Dr. Nagy's extensive expertise is underscored by his affiliations with prestigious think tanks, including the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, the East Asia Security Centre, and the Japan Institute for International Affairs. His scholarly contributions in peer-reviewed journals and policy papers have made him a recognized authority in international affairs. Moreover, as a frequent guest commentator with prominent media outlets such as The Japan Times, New York Times, National Post, BBC, and CNN, Dr. Nagy brings a wealth of real-world insights to our discussion. Together, we'll explore Canada's Indo-Pacific strategy implementation and gain a deeper understanding of this dynamic geopolitical landscape. Check out Stepehn Nagy's latest work: https://www.cgai.ca/canadas_indo_pacific_strategic_engagement_pivoting_towards_implementation

S1 · E3

Sep 23, 2023

41:39

Unveiling Truth: Women, Media, and Challenges Under the Taliban – A Conversation with Lotfullah Najafizada

In this episode, we shift our focus towards Afghanistan, where today, we mark the two-year anniversary of the Taliban takeover on August 15th. Our guest today is none other than Lotfullah Najafizada, on Forbes 30 under 30 for his work, we have the exceptional journalist and former director of TOLOnews, With his insights, we're set to explore the pressing issues faced by women, media under the Taliban regime, and what Canada can offer.

S1 · E2

Aug 16, 2023

21:54

To Canadian Youth - A Conversation with John Stackhouse

Welcome everyone to the Canadian International Council’s Podcast, Plan C! Our first episode is finally here! Join us in our conversation with John Stackhouse, about how we, as youth, can impact Canadian politics. Enjoy!

S1 · E1

Aug 13, 2022

34:36