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  • S5E44: Backroom Deals in Our Backyards: Government Secrecy & Those Fighting Back | Miranda Spivack

    Original Recording Date: 2026SEP16.

    Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

    Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

     

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    Guests:

    Miranda Spivack is a veteran reporter and editor who spent 20 years at the Washington Post. She is the award-winning author of Backroom Deals in Our Backyards: How Government Secrecy Harms our Communities and the Local Heroes Fighting Back.

     

    Topics:

    • Backroom Deals in Our Backyards – A journey into the shadows behind Miranda’s investigations, exposing the hidden influence shaping communities from behind closed doors. Meet the ordinary people who chose to stand up when looking away would have been easier.
    • The Walls Around Information – From trade secrets to deliberate cover-ups, powerful barriers are built to keep the truth out of reach. We examine the tactics used to control the narrative and silence scrutiny.
    • The Cost of Fighting Back – The price of resistance goes far beyond money or personal risk. When reputations are attacked and those you're fighting for turn against you, the battle can become a lonely one.

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      References & Resources:

      1. Miranda’s website: https://www.mirandaspivack.com/
      2. Miranda on Substack: https://backroomdeals.substack.com/
      3. Book info: https://thenewpress.org/books/backroom-deals-in-our-backyards/
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          52 min
        • S5E43: The Muslim Brotherhood, Transnational Islamism, and Canada’s Countermeasure Gap | Joe Adam George

          Original Recording Date: 2026SEP16.

          Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

          Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

           

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          Guest:

          1. Joe Adam George is a researcher at the Middle East Forum where he covers the Muslim Brotherhood and allied Islamist groups, their illicit activities in Canada, and their impact on North American security. His work has been featured in major outlets like the CBC, CTV News, National Post, The Globe and Mail, and The Hill.

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            Topics:

            • The Muslim Brotherhood — A stark descent into the movement’s origins, its shifting ideologies, and the quiet influence it projects across borders.
            • Legitimization & Financing — From infiltration to subversion, the machinery behind radicalization moves in shadows. The networks, the money, the unanswered questions, and the unsettling reality of how few are truly watching.
            • Canada’s Response — Or Its Silence — While other nations confront these threats head‑on, Canada drifts in hesitation. Identification, action, accountability: all overdue in a landscape where complacency carries consequences.

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              References & Resources:

              1. Joe at the Middle East Forum: https://www.meforum.org/joe-adam-george
              2. Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeadamgeorge
              3. Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeadamgeorge/
              4. Joe on X: https://x.com/JoeAdamGeorge 
              5. ISGAP Report: https://isgap.org/post/2026/08/new-isgap-report-examines-systemic-islamist-influence-in-canadian-civil-society-and-higher-education/ 

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                1 hr 5 min
              6. S5E42: Chasing Excellence: Law Enforcement's Fight for Truth, Safety & Survival | Joe Gamaldi

                Original Recording Date: 2026SEP15.

                Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

                Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

                 

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                Guests:

                Joe Gamaldi is a Lieutenant with the Houston Police Department and serves as the National Vice President of the Fraternal Order of Police, representing the interests of law enforcement officers nationwide.

                 

                Topics:

                • Violence Against Police – The threat is real. The numbers are rising. And much of it never makes the headlines. Here is part of the reality of violence against police, from physical attacks on the street to the psychological battles that can follow officers home.
                • The U.S. Landscape & Canadian Comparators – Two countries. One profession. Different landscapes, different challenges, but a bond forged in the same mission: to protect and serve. We examine where our experiences intersect, where they diverge, and what we can learn from each other across the border.
                • Misinformation, Disinformation & Controlling the Narrative – When truth becomes a casualty of political spin, manufactured outrage, and competing agendas, controlling the narrative becomes part of the battle. We dig into the information war, and the forces fighting for power, influence, and money.
                • Officer Safety & Health – The job doesn’t end when the shift does. Survival means staying squared away in every aspect of life. Your physical health, mental resilience, family, and community all matter. Because the mission is impossible if the person behind the badge falls apart.

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                  References & Resources:

                  1. FOP Profile for Joe: https://fop.net/profile/joe-gamaldi/
                  2. Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joegamaldi
                  3. Joe on X: https://x.com/JoeGamaldi 

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                    52 min
                  4. S5E41: The Cost of Seeking Justice: Beyond the Crime | Sarah Jezek

                    NOTE: Due to tech issues this episode will only be available in audio.

                    Original Recording Date: 2026AUG28.

                    Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

                    Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

                     

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                    Guest:

                    Sarah Jezek is a survivor advocate and technology founder working at the intersection of AI, digital safety, and systemic harm. Drawing on her experience navigating Canada’s criminal justice system, she co-founded The Survivor Collective, focused on prevention, survivor support, and systemic change.

                    Her work explores how emerging technologies are reshaping online sexual harms, survivor privacy, evidence, and accountability. She also builds survivor-centered technology, including First Step and survivorneeds.org, designed to close the gap between harm and support.

                     

                    Topics:

                    • When Justice Becomes the Next Battle — Navigating a system that can leave survivors with more challenges than answers. We examine the gaps, the hard lessons learned through experience, and what it takes to turn those failures into real, sustainable solutions.
                    • What Does Accountability Really Mean? — Confronting the difficult question of offender management: rehabilitation, deterrence, punishment, and the role both civil and criminal processes can play from holding offenders accountable to preventing further harm.
                    • The Victim After the Crime — Shifting the focus from what happened to what happens next. How do we empower victims navigating the system today, while building stronger protections to stop others from becoming victims tomorrow?

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                      References & Resources:

                      1. Sarah Jezek’s personal website: https://sarahjezek.ca/
                      2. Sarah’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sarahjezek
                      3. The Survivor Collective: http://www.thesurvivorcollective.org/
                      4. Survivor Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesurvivorcollective/
                      5. Survivor Collective on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/the-survivor-collective

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                        55 min
                      6. S5E40: The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11: From Tragedy to Triumph | Michael Gier

                        Original Recording Date: 2026AUG21.

                        Co-host Peter Forcelli

                        Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

                        Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

                         

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                        Guests:

                        Michael Gier is an award-winning director & producer. In 2009 Michael started Gier Productions, LLC, a full-service global production company. Over the years he’s directed/produced hundreds of TV commercials, corporate videos, short films, feature films, and documentaries. Michael began production on The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11 in early 2022.

                         

                        Peter Forcelli is a retired ATF Deputy Assistant Director and former N.Y.P.D. homicide detective. Also, Peter is a survivor of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, and the lung cancer that he later developed because of his work in the rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero. He is a recurring guest speaker at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

                         

                        Topics:

                        • As we approach the 25th anniversary of 9/11, award winning Director and Producer Michael Gier is here to discuss his new film, “The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11: From Tragedy to Triumph”, narrated by Gary Sinise. The film has already won several awards and is now available on several platforms including Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, and Google TV.

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                          References & Resources:

                          1. Website for “The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11: From Tragedy to Triumph”, narrated by Gary Sinise: https://heroismandresiliency.com/
                          2. Michael Gier’s website and social media links: https://www.michaelgier.com/
                          3. Gier Productions website and social media links: https://www.gierproductions.com/
                          4. Peter Forcelli’s website and social media: https://www.peterjforcelli.com/
                          5. The Deadly Path by Peter Forcelli on Amazon: https://a.co/d/03GaH8Qc

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                            37 min
                          6. S5E39: The Illicit Drug Threat: SoRite Co. & K-9s on the Front Lines of Saving Lives | Rob Havice

                            Original Recording Date: 2026AUG21.

                            Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

                            Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

                             

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                            Guest:

                            Rob Havice is director of K-9 at the SoRite Company. Based in Medford, Oregon, he is a retired law enforcement professional with more than 32 years of experience. He served as a K-9 handler for 25 years and as a SWAT operator, working with six patrol and detection dogs during his career. Havice also served as a Homeland Security Investigations task force officer assigned as a K-9 handler to a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area team. He is a master K-9 trainer through the Oregon Police Canine Association, where he served as detection chairman for 13 years, and currently serves as president of the International Police Canine Association.

                             

                            Topics:

                            • The Role of K-9 in Investigations – K-9s are an invaluable tool in the fight against illicit drugs, but their work exposes them to dangers that can be invisible, unpredictable, and deadly.
                            • SoRite DECON Protocol – A groundbreaking innovation providing a global solution to an urgent threat, helping save lives—both canine and human.
                            • Education for Police and the Public – The illicit drug crisis reaches far beyond law enforcement. Awareness, preparation, and partnerships like SoRite are critical to protecting those on the front lines and the communities they serve.

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                              References & Resources:

                              1. SoRite, LLC Public Safety website and social media: https://sorite.com/pages/public-safety
                              2. K9 SoRite DECON Protocol: https://sorite.com/pages/k9
                              3. Rob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-havice-160b637/ 

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                                34 min
                              4. S5E38: A Call to Warriors: Forging Leadership, Resilience & Action | Markus Anton Weber

                                Original Recording Date: 2026AUG20.

                                Co-host John Simpson

                                Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

                                Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

                                 

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                                Guest:

                                Markus Anton Weber is a 30-year Canadian military and special operations leader. He now serves as President and CEO of 242 Group Inc., and as faculty of both the United States Joint Special Operations University and NATO Special Operations University. Markus is the author of A CALL TO WARRIORS which translates the disciplined and strategic mindset of special operations into practical principles for personal development, leadership, and resilience.

                                 

                                Topics:

                                • A Call to Warriors – Lessons forged through experience and service can become shared knowledge that benefits both those who serve and civilians alike.
                                • Warrior: A Mindset, Not Simply a Function – Being a warrior is more than a role—it’s how you carry yourself, lead, and face each day. The impact of that mindset may reach further than you realize.
                                • Action Oriented: From Leadership to Followership – Never stop learning; humility is strength, and no one has all the answers. Know when to lead, when to follow, and strive to be better for yourself and those around you.

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                                  References & Resources:

                                  1. A Call to Warriors on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01UHItHV
                                  2. Markus on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markus-a-weber/
                                  3. 242 Group Inc. website: https://242-group.com/
                                  4. Find John Simpson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59 
                                  5. John Simpson’s books are available below!

                                    6. Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship

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                                    Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship

                                    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T1QN2X

                                    https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship

                                     

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                                    53 min
                                  6. S5E37: Policing Issues: How Much Will We Tolerate Before Demanding Change? | Rob Farrer

                                    Original Recording Date: 2026AUG14.

                                    Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

                                    Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

                                     

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                                    Guest:

                                    Rob Farrer – President of the National Police Federation.

                                     

                                    Topics:

                                    • Reducing Member Suicides — Looking beyond the conventional conversation and exploring a different perspective on one of the most difficult and deeply troubling challenges facing our members.
                                    • Protecting Those Who Protect Us — As violence against police escalates and serious injuries and deaths continue to make headlines, we examine what stronger protections should look like.
                                    • Holding Serious Offenders Accountable — When serious criminal cases are dismissed, deferred, or otherwise fail to reach meaningful consequences, public confidence in the justice system suffers. We examine where the system is breaking down and what needs to change.

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                                      References & Resources:

                                      1. National Police Federation website and social media: https://npf-fpn.com/
                                      2. Priority Air podcast on YouTube and all podcast platforms: https://www.youtube.com/@PriorityAirpodcast
                                      3. Rob Farrer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rob.farrer.cop/ 

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                                        56 min
                                      4. S5E36: Illicit Shadows: Criminal Networks Shape the Global Underworld | Samantha Radocchia (Sam Rad)

                                        Original Recording Date: 2026JUL29.

                                        Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

                                        Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

                                         

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                                        Guest:

                                        Samantha Radocchia is an anthropologist, futurist, and best-selling author. As co-founder of Illicit Shadows LLC, she explores the hidden networks and emerging threats shaping the global criminal underworld. Check out her new series on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@IllicitShadowsDoc

                                         

                                        Topics:

                                        • Anthropology & A New Perspective on Complex Problems – The fight against organized crime won't be won by governments or law enforcement alone. Through the lens of anthropology, we explore why culture, education, and society itself may be the most powerful weapons in a war that touches us all.
                                        • Illuminating the Illicit Shadows – Some worlds are built to remain hidden. Discover how Illicit Shadows pulls back the curtain on the criminal underworld, exposing its inner workings through storytelling that informs, connects, and shines light into the darkness.
                                        • The Dark Side of Innovation – Criminals are often the first to exploit new technology because they operate without rules. As AI reshapes the future, vigilance and awareness become your strongest defense.

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                                          References & Resources:

                                          1. Illicit Shadows website: https://illicitshadows.com/ 
                                          2. Illicit Shadows on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@IllicitShadowsDoc
                                          3. Sam Rad website and social links: https://sam-rad.com/
                                          4. Sam Rad on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@samradofficial 
                                          5. International Coalition Against Illicit Economies: https://icaie.com/ 

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                                            49 min
                                          6. S5E35: A Student of Pain: Transformation Forged Through Adversity | Adam Davis

                                            Original Recording Date: 2026JUL20.

                                            Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.

                                            Views and opinions of the participants are their own.

                                             

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                                            Guest:

                                            Adam Davis - is a husband, father, former law enforcement officer, a proud American, multi-time bestselling author and dynamic professional speaker. Also, he is the host of The Adam Davis Show on YouTube.

                                             

                                            Topics:

                                            • A Student of Pain – Childhood trauma didn’t stay buried. We explore the hidden wounds, the masks people wear, and the breaking point where things can no longer be contained.
                                            • Life Beyond the Badge – A journey from policing into the unknown, where certainty is replaced by risk, purpose, and the relentless pursuit of a new mission. It's a story of resilience and meaningful connections.
                                            • Purpose Through Adversity – The darkest experiences can become the foundation for helping others. We discuss meeting people where they are and why authentic stories have the power to change lives.

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                                              References & Resources:

                                              1. Adam Davis website: https://theadamdavis.com/
                                              2. Adam Davis books: https://www.amazon.ca/stores/Adam-Davis/author/B075X1YY4W
                                              3. The Adam Davis Show on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@officialadamdavis

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