Canadian Army Podcast

Love tanks? So do we! Hear all about how the heavy metal of the battlefield helps the Canadian Army support the fight on the ground, how the crews make it all work, and the role they’re playing in modern day warfare. Lieutenant-Colonel Darryn Gray, Commanding Officer of the Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians), gives us his take on why tanks are awesome. This episode was recorded during the summer of 2023. Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2023

Season 4 is coming to a close and the podcast will be taking a break until the fall. Listen in to find out what is coming up for season 5. Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2023

The Army Sergeant Major plays a significant role in the lives of all non-commissioned soldiers. But how? Chief Warrant Officer James Smith talks about his role as senior advisor to the Army Commander, lends his perspective on what it takes to be a good leader, plus gives a preview of what’s to come with regards to kit and equipment. He also has advice on how to deal with some of the challenges of being a soldier. CWO James Smith’s Bio Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2023

Are we in the Wild West era of drone warfare? The advancement of drone technology is having a big impact on the battlefield - the war in Ukraine is an example. To keep pace, the Canadian Army has been getting help from Defence Research and Development Canada along with industry partners to counter the threat of drone warfare. Jared Giesbrecht, a defence research scientist, explains the challenges our soldiers face and offers clever solutions to detect and defeat enemy drones. Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2023

There is a lot more to being a Paratrooper than jumping out of a plane, Master Corporal Nataniel Bergeron Sénécal can attest to that. He is an instructor and jump master with the 3rd Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment. In this episode he gives insight into the world of a Paratrooper - the training, equipment, tactics, techniques, and more. You may also be surprised by who can be a Paratrooper. **Spoiler alert** It’s not only for members of the Infantry. Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2023

As Russia’s war rages on, Ukrainian soldiers and civilians are facing an explosive threat on the battlefield. A troop of Canadian Combat Engineers have been helping Ukraine mitigate this threat as part of Operation UNIFIER. Lieutenant Jacques Pecora is in Poland and talks about how his team of sappers are teaching Ukrainian soldiers many of the skills they need to survive and thrive. For more information on Canada’s military support to Ukraine, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/campaigns/canadian-military-support-to-ukraine.html Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2023

From breaches to bridges and demolitions to detecting, a Combat Engineer has a wide range of responsibilities to ensure that troops can live, move and fight on the battlefield. Corporal Alana Zanchetta from 5 Combat Engineer Regiment goes into detail about her trade and everything sappers do to help win the fight. Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2023

Bombs and bullets are not the only threats to our soldiers. Online disinformation is also being used as a weapon, and it’s one they face both on deployment and at home. Dr. Meghan Fitzpatrick and Dr. Dominique Laferrière are social scientists at Defence Research and Development Canada and have done extensive research on the topic. They explain the disinformation ecosystem that affects the military community and give us advice on how to separate fact from fiction. Here are some online tools that can help you counter disinformation: https://hapgood.us/2019/06/19/sift-the-four-moves/ https://www.snopes.com https://euvsdisinfo.eu https://info-radical.org/en/ https://www.getbadnews.com/books/english/ https://harmonysquare.game/en Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2023

The world’s security environment is in perpetual change and the Canadian Army must adapt to stay relevant and effective. Lieutenant-General Jocelyn Paul talks about expanding the Army’s mission in Latvia, lessons learned from the war in Ukraine, procuring equipment, the Arctic, culture change, training and more. Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2023

Raids, ambushes, air assault operations and so much more! Ranger School may be the U.S. Army’s most challenging course. Captain Pierre-Alexandre Dufour of 3 R22eR talks about his incredible two-month experience which took him through alligator-infested swampland and over mountains in the process of honing his combat leadership skills. Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2023

Rewriting a training program is never easy; just ask Sergeant Pier-Luc Dubé, who is one of the Army’s cold weather and Arctic subject matter experts. His journey spans from Norway to Trenton, over to Shilo, and all the way up to Resolute Bay in Nunavut. Find out more about his story and the new program he helped develop. This training is delivered by the Canadian Army Advanced Warfare Centre in Trenton, Ontario. CAAWC provides training for complex geographical environments along with technical domains such as patrol pathfinder, parachute, helicopter insertion, and aerial delivery. Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube You can find out more about the Canadian Army here Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2022

Timely, relevant information helps ensure the survivability and effectiveness of the troops on the battlefield. The Director of Intelligence for the Canadian Army, Lieutenant-Colonel Montgomery Price, talks about the art and science of Intelligence. Many of the show ideas come from you, the listener - please send us your suggestions or comments. Also, don’t hesitate to ask Capt Orton a question! To contact us: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube You can find out more about the Canadian Army here Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2022

Through scientific innovation, PSP’s Human Performance Research & Development team helps ensure Canadian Armed Forces members remain physically and mentally prepared. Patrick Gagnon, the team’s National Manager, explains the science behind many of the physical demands of soldiers, including the FORCE Evaluation. PSP (Personnel Support Programs) is part of Canadian Forces Morale & Welfare Services which provides programs and services for CAF members, veterans and their families in your community, and across the nation. Visit CAFconnection.ca for more information. Many of the show ideas come from you, the listener - please send us your suggestions or comments. Also, don’t hesitate to ask Capt Orton a question! To contact us: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube You can find out more about the Canadian Army here Visit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army. Copyright Information © His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2022

We’re wrapping up season three of the podcast and taking a break in our release schedule. Captain Adam Orton gives a sneak preview of what to expect from season four! Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Many of the show ideas come from you, the listener - please send us your suggestions or comments. Also, don’t hesitate to ask Capt Orton a question! To contact us: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube You can find out more about the Canadian Army here Follow the links to get support, give support, or get involved with these organizations: https://www.supportourtroops.ca and https://www.soldieron.ca Copyright Information © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2022

**The in-person race has been rescheduled to November 6 in Ottawa and participants have until November 7 to complete the virtual race.** For the first time, the Canada Army Run is both virtual and in-person. Anyone, anywhere can participate! Major Lesley Quinlan, Race Director for the Canada Army Run, explains all the details about how you can sign up and show your support for two of our military charities, Soldier On and Support Our Troops. Visit armyrun.ca for more details. Follow the links to get support, give support, or get involved with these organizations: https://www.supportourtroops.ca and https://www.soldieron.ca Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video If you like what you hear, please subscribe, share this podcast with your friends and give us a review or rating. Many of the show ideas come from you, the listener - please send us your suggestions or comments. Also, don’t hesitate to ask Capt Orton a question! To contact us: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube You can find out more about the Canadian Army here Copyright Information © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2022

Patrol Pathfinders are trained to operate under extreme mental pressure and physical strain in hostile environments and unforgiving terrain. Captain Pierre-Alexandre Dufour of the 3rd Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment, explains the Pathfinders’ role and tells us about their gruelling training course. Check out this amazing Pathfinder video by Canadian Forces Combat Camera! If you like what you hear, please subscribe, share this podcast with your friends and give us a review or rating. Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Many of the show ideas come from you, the listener - please send us your suggestions or comments. Also, don’t hesitate to ask Capt Orton a question! To contact us: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube You can find out more about the Canadian Army here Follow the links to get support, give support, or get involved with these organizations: https://www.supportourtroops.ca and https://www.soldieron.ca Copyright Information © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2022

For 75 years and counting, the Canadian Rangers have been called into action to support the military in remote, isolated and coastal regions of Canada. Brigadier-General Nic Stanton, Director General Army Reserve, tells us how the Rangers continue to play a key role in domestic operations, CAF training and their own communities. Find out more about the Canadian Rangers and their 75th anniversary If you like what you hear, please subscribe, share this podcast with your friends and give us a review or rating. Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Many of the show ideas come from you, the listener - please send us your suggestions or comments. Also, don’t hesitate to ask Capt Orton a question! To contact us: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube You can find out more about the Canadian Army here Follow the links to get support, give support, or get involved with these organizations: https://www.supportourtroops.ca and https://www.soldieron.ca Copyright Information © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2022

Find out how Command and Control will undergo significant changes in the next few years - digital and integrated are a couple of the guiding principles. These changes are as important to the Army as new fighter jets are to the Air Force and new combat ships are to the Navy. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, share this podcast with your friends and give us a review or rating. Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Many of the show ideas come from you, the listener - please send us your suggestions or comments. Also, don’t hesitate to ask Capt Orton a question! To contact us: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube You can find out more about the Canadian Army here Follow the links to get support, give support, or get involved with these organizations: https://www.supportourtroops.ca and https://www.soldieron.ca Copyright Information © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2022

Sergeant Geoffrey Boutilier is a member of the sniper cell based at the Infantry School in Gagetown. He’ll tell us as much as he can, OPSEC permitting, about what it’s like to train to be a sniper and to be part of that trade. Find out more about the Combat Training Centre If you like what you hear, please subscribe, share this podcast with your friends and give us a review or rating. Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Many of the show ideas come from you, the listener - please send us your suggestions or comments. Also, don’t hesitate to ask Capt Orton a question! To contact us: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube You can find out more about the Canadian Army here Follow the links to get support, give support, or get involved with these organizations: https://www.supportourtroops.ca and https://www.soldieron.ca Copyright Information © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2022

Warrant Officer Avril Jno-Baptiste-Jones has served in various parts of Canada, and has deployed to Afghanistan and Kuwait. She is currently Chief Clerk with 4 Engineer Support Regiment in Gagetown. She shares her insights and lessons learned from her experiences as a new recruit to her working life today. Find out more about the Defence Visible Minority Advisory Group: http://intranet.mil.ca/en/locations/ncr/advisory-dvmag.page The link is available only on DND Intranet. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, share this podcast with your friends and give us a review or rating. Meet our host Captain Adam Orton: Bio | Video Many of the show ideas come from you, the listener - please send us your suggestions or comments. Also, don’t hesitate to ask Capt Orton a question! To contact us: armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.ca Connect with the Canadian Army on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube You can find out more about the Canadian Army here Follow the links to get support, give support, or get involved with these organizations: https://www.supportourtroops.ca and https://www.soldieron.ca Copyright Information © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2022