The US has abandoned its traditional global leadership role. Respected international relations expert, Professor Jennifer Welsh joins Louise, Jeremy and Peter to talk about what this means in terms of the great global challenges of our day, and how nations like Canada can help fill the gap.
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Bombs Away with Donald Trump
The smoke has barely cleared from the US attack on Iran's nuclear sites. Jeremy Kinsman and Peter Donolo contemplate the geopolitical consequences of Trump's decision. And - yes - even what it means for Canada.Recorded Sunday June 22, 2025
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Special Guest Jon Allen on Israel & Palestine
One of Canada’s leading experts on Israel and Palestine, former ambassador Jon Allen, returns to the Red Passport to discuss the ongoing crisis, how the region could move toward a lasting and just peace, and what role Canada can play.
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Now for the Hard Part...Mark Carney and Canada’s Future with Trump
The long period of political uncertainty is over. Canadians have given Prime Minister Mark Carney a clear mandate to defend our country against the predations of Donald Trump. Louise, Peter and Jeremy weigh in on how the newly-elected PM can and should engage with Trump... and the world.
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Special Guest Senator Peter Boehm on the 2025 G7
Senator Peter Boehm was Canadian sherpa for a record six G7 summits. He joins Jeremy, Louise and (the other) Peter to talk about an early challenge that will face whoever wins Canada’s April 28 election - hosting the G7 in Kananaskis in June. One member (guess who?) has launched a trade war against the other six. Should he even be part of the club?
The Red Passport. The special passport used by Canadian diplomats accredited abroad or travelling from Ottawa on high-level business. Louise Blais, Jeremy Kinsman and Peter Donolo have all held the Red Passport at key moments in their careers - and in Canada's recent history. In every episode of the CIC's new podcast, they offer listeners their own "Red Passport", giving them an inside view how Canadian governments and policy makers try to steer our country through today's turbulent world - while advancing our interests, and keeping true to our values.
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