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The Bill Kelly PodcastEpisode 70: Why are RCMP not investigating foreign interference report? w/ Phil GurskiIn this episode, Bill Kelly and Phil Gurski, former CSIS analyst and author, discuss the issue of foreign interference in Canadian politics and the lack of action taken by the government, after reports that some parliamentarians had been involved in efforts of foreign states to interfere in Canadian politics. Since the report broke, there’s been a lack of follow-up and discussion on this issue. Why are the RCMP reluctant to investigate?The CSIS Act describes Foreign-Influenced Activities, which is another term for Foreign Interference, as “activities within or relating to Canada that are detrimental to the inte...2024-07-0532 min
Kelly's Ordinary People Podcast#30 Domestic Violence and RizeUp; A co-share with Power, Strength and Vulnerability - Shane KeltonThanks so much to Shane for getting me out of my podcast hiatus and being brave enough to ask the questions about Dv that I am sure many of you have. Trigger warning*** This episode has conversations about my own experience with domestic violence and about domestic violence in general. I talk all things about RizeUp, a DV charity near and dear to my heart and also some of my experience working in the dv sector. For more information you can call 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) OR if you or someone else is in immediate danger cal...2024-05-1353 min
The Bill Kelly PodcastEpisode 60: Does the Prime Minister Even Read the Intelligence...? With National Security Expert, Phil GurskiBill Kelly’s informative conversation with former CSIS advisor and national security expert Phil Gurski discusses the ongoing investigation into foreign interference in Canada and the implications of this issue. The guests highlight the lack of clarity and troubling aspects of the investigation, including the Prime Minister's contradictory statements and the confusion between intelligence and evidence. They emphasize the importance of understanding the severity of foreign interference and the need for government officials to educate themselves on the matter.Don’t forget to like, follow and subscribe across our channels! Thank you.Listen to the podc...2024-04-1826 min
Hamilton Today with Scott ThompsonForeign Interference Inquiry (ft. PM Justin Trudeau)The Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson:Canada is on the outside looking in, when it comes to the security pact between Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States. The Bite of Brant event has welcomed in over a thousand students this year, to learn about agriculture and possible careers, now going 29 years strong. We find out about how this year’s event unfolded. The Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate steady on Wednesday amid signs that inflation is easing, with officials acknowledging that a rate cut in June is “within the realm of poss...2024-04-111h 16
The Bill Kelly PodcastEpisode 42: Will Canada’s Foreign Interference Inquiry Solve Anything?The independent inquiry into foreign electoral interference begins public hearings today.Many who follow both international relations and national security question whether this will solve anything, as Canada aims to learn more about how they can protect themselves from foreign interference.Was the country warned about these dangers in the past? Was intelligence on foreign interference ignored?One expert says yes, and suggests inquiries have become more a national sport, than a serious investigation.Bill is joined by Phil Gurski, President and CEO of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting, a former C...2024-01-2929 min
The Bill Kelly PodcastEpisode 35: Intelligence is routinely ignored in Canada, and that's a problem.Why do politicians in Canada routinely ignore intelligence?Are world leaders taking Canada less seriously because of their lack of intelligence culture? In episode 35 of The Bill Kelly Podcast, Bill is joined by Phil Gurski, President and CEO of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting.Tune in as they deep dive into the ever-evolving world of terrorism, defence and geopolitics as we enter 2024.#TheBillKellyPodcast #Terrorism #GlobalSecurityInsights #PhilGurski #borealisthreatandriskconsulting #geopolitics Listen to this podcast everywhere:https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastWatch the interview by subscribing to my YouTube:2024-01-1033 min
The Bill Kelly PodcastEpisode 27: Your Information in the Hands of Foreign AdversariesExplore the risks of data collection on popular platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok in Episode 27 of The Bill Kelly Podcast. Phil Gurski, a former CSIS analyst and President of Borealis Threat & Risk Consulting, joins the podcast to discuss concerns about TikTok, a Chinese-owned platform, collecting extensive data that could be used by the Chinese government. Should Canadians to be cautious? Do we realize the potential impact on our privacy and the broader implications of China's aggressive actions? 🎧 Episode 27, NOW AVAILABLE on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Substack and YouTube!#DataPrivacyAlert #Tik...2023-11-1441 min
The Bill Kelly PodcastEpisode 14: Middle East Misinformation & Decoding the Gaza Hospital AttackThe Middle East has been a source of concern and misinformation in recent days, with questions about the missile attack on a hospital in Gaza and the number of casualties. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza has led to a resurgence of tensions between the two nations. In addition, conflict between Hamas and other extremist groups has re-emerged, emphasizing the need for caution in absorbing and believing in information.Phil Gurski, a former CSIS analyst, and President and CEO of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting, returns to the The Bill Kelly Podcast to...2023-10-2035 min
The Bill Kelly PodcastEpisode 9: Should Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have been ARRESTED for mishandling India intelligence?Should Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have been ARRESTED for mishandling India intelligence? The Indian government has given Ottawa until October 10th to reduce Canadian diplomatic staff in the country to match the number of Indian diplomats. This is in response to accusations made by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau about India's alleged involvement in the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Sikh community leader in British Columbia.What can India’s history tell us about their next move? Will tensions continue to escalate between the two countries? We unpack this complex issue of na...2023-10-1048 min
Bill Kelly ShowCopyright Reform Long Overdue? The Future of the RCMP? MPP Sarah Jama’s Controversial Backing. Minimum Wage Not Enough For Rent?The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:We get into copyright law and why some much needed copyright reform is long overdue.GUEST: Hugh Stephens is the author of the forthcoming book entitled ‘In Defence of Copyright’, and an executive fellow at the School of Public Policy at the University of Calgary.-Some discussions about the future of the RCMP going on in Ottawa these days given the scrutiny they’ve seen. GUEST: Phil Gurski, President of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting, former CSIS analyst.-We she...2023-07-1856 minBill Kelly ShowWeekly Political Round-up, RCMP charge Ottawa man w/ terrorism offences & Ukraine, Russia accuse each other of planning attack on nuclear plant!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast: Topics Include:· Foreign interference· Gov’t to suspend advertising on Meta platforms· Grocery Rebate· And more…GUEST: Richard Brennan, Former Journalist with The Toronto Star covering both Queen’s Park and Parliament Hill- RCMP officers have arrested two people and charged one with three terrorism offences in a first-of-its-kind case.The Mounties charged Patrick Gordon Macdonald, a 26-year-old Ottawa man, with participating in the activity of a terrorist group, facilitating terrorist activity and commission of an offence for terrorist group (wilful promo...2023-07-0743 minBill Kelly ShowFord criticizes Crombie’s Liberal leadership possibility, What does Canada & Ontario get from Volkswagens & Stellantis deal? & Intelligence sharing shortcomings exposed!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:Ontario Premier Doug Ford called Bonnie Crombie’s Liberal leadership run a “slap in the face” to the residents of Mississauga.“My first reaction is what took you so long?” Ford said Wednesday while at an unrelated news conference in London Wednesday morning. “She’s been campaigning for five years.”Crombie officially announced Monday that she has formed an exploratory committee to look into running in the Ontario Liberal Party leadership race. It’s the next logical step for the politician, who in early May could be seen rubbing elbows wit...2023-05-2545 minBill Kelly ShowWhat the Liberal Budget accomplished, Did the budget address major concerns? & Should we be skeptical of intelligence agencies always getting it right?The Bill Kelly Show Podcast: What did the Liberals accomplish in the eyes of Canadians with this budget?GUEST: Muhammad Ali, Senior Consultant for Crestview Strategies-What decisions were made in this budget that addressed the biggest concerns for Canadians?GUEST: Karina Gold, MP for Burlington, Minister of Families, Children & Social Development-Do intelligence agencies always get it right? Phil Gurski, joins the show to explain why we should be a little skeptical.GUEST: Phil Gurski, President of Borealis Threat and Ri...2023-03-2944 minBill Kelly ShowHow will the ban of TikTok on all Cdn gov devices effect politicians' ability to reach young voters?The Bill Kelly Show Podcast: Topics Include:· Chinese interference in Canadian elections- How the Canadian Government is receiving information in this, and if they're taking action- And more...GUEST: Phil Gurski, President of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting, Distinguished Fellow with the University of Ottawa's National Security program, and former CSIS analyst.-Topics Include:· TikTok banned on all Canadian government devices- How this ban will effect politicians ability to reach young voters- And more...GUEST: Muhamm...2023-02-2837 minBill Kelly ShowRecapping an Interesting Week in Politics, Unmasking foreign agents in a ‘culturally sensitive’ way & Integrity Commissioner clears Ford following daughters stag & doe!The Bill Kelly Show PodcastTopics Include:· Doug Ford says health-care deal w. Trudeau is ‘very very close’· Smith and Trudeau meet in Ottawa· Calls to draft Green’s Mike Schrenier a sign of Liberal arrogance· And more….GUEST: Peggy Nash, Former NDP Finance Critic, and author of Women Winning Office: An Activist’s Guide To Getting Elected, available May 2022-Any federal attempt to unmask Chinese foreign agents must be “culturally sensitive,” Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino (Eglinton—Lawrence, ON) said last night. Legislators have sought passage of a Foreign Ag...2023-02-1043 minBill Kelly ShowCabinet Retreat begins today in Hamilton, Court orders gov’t to repatriate men detained in Syria & The Washington Report w/ Reggie Cecchini!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:Topics Include:· Liberal retreat starts today in Hamilton· Conservatives lead Liberals by 4· Trudeau & Poilievre wanting the same thing· And more….GUEST: Dr. Lori Turnbull, Director of the School of Public Administration with Dalhousie University-The Federal Court has ordered the government to repatriate four Canadian men currently being held in northeastern Syria.The Canadians are among a number of foreign nationals in Syrian prisons for suspected ISIS members that are run by the Kurdish forces that reclaimed the war-torn region f...2023-01-2340 minBill Kelly ShowThis Week In Canadian Politics, Does Canada’s spy agency need to change? & The Washington Report w/ Reggie Cecchini!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:Topics Include:· Morneau says PM favoured political points over policy· Canadians think the country is heading in the wrong direction· Three Amigos summit· And more….GUEST: Dr. Lori Turnbull, Director of the School of Public Administration with Dalhousie University-The Trudeau government has stated that CSIS, commonly referred to as Canada’s spy agency, is incapable of performing its duties: the prime minister even stated during the inquiry into the use of the Emergencies Act that “CSIS does not necessarily have the right tools...2023-01-0941 minBill Kelly ShowWhat to look for in 2023 Federal Politics, Why create intelligence assessments, Where could gas & oil prices go in 2023 & A ‘Deadly’ year for vehicle crashes!The Bill Kelly Podcast w/ Guest Host Shiona Thompson:The year 2022 in federal politics started in conflict and is ending in conflict. As the new year begins, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is hinting he could pull the plug on the confidence and supply deal that is keeping the minority Liberals in power. The Liberals are being pressured to revise their mandatory gun “buyback” legislation, which has managed to capture large numbers of hunting and sport-shooting long guns. Canadians are feeling the pinch from inflation and rising interest rates. And the war in Ukraine is still ragi...2023-01-0339 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastEducation can unlock prison doorsIt's been a little while between poddys for me, but today I talk to my new friend Marcia Miller. I met Marcia whilst holidaying in New Zealand recently. She is just one of those amazing people who is smart, caring, giving and blessed with good comedic timing and sarcasm. How could I not hit it off with her.Marcia lives with her two cats and husband Tom in Illinois (USA). Up until recently she worked as an educator in a prison, bringing schooling to those incarcerated. She is now an administrator, but has not lost her teaching passio...2022-12-0148 minBill Kelly ShowOnt. passes housing bill amid criticism, Next BoC rate hike, Impact of Stellantis Bankruptcy & India’s envoy calls on Canada to crack down on supporters of Khalistan separatism movement!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:Ontario passed a housing bill Monday intended to spur development, but critics say it will lead to higher property taxes, weaken conservation authority powers, and not actually make homes more affordable.The new law is just one move among many in a flurry of recent housing changes from the Progressive Conservative government, including plans to open some areas of the protected Greenbelt land to development and allowing the mayors of Toronto and Ottawa to pass bylaws with just one-third council support.GUEST: Emma McIntosh, Reporter for The Narwhal2022-11-2951 minBill Kelly ShowFord gov’t vs. CUPE begins; Inflation has shaped Canada’s economic fate & Analysis, Concerns & more from the Emergencies Act Inquiry!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast w/ Scott Radley:A historic and controversial bill that will outlaw a proposed strike and impose a contract on education workers has been passed by the Ford government.The vote was marked by cries and heckles hurled by union members seated in — and escorted from — the public gallery.The law was introduced to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario on Monday in response to a threat of strike action from the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), which represents some 55,000 Ontario education workers.ALSO: Trudeau to Ford – use of...2022-11-0450 minBill Kelly ShowThis Week in Canadian Politics, Canada’s role in Iranian unrest & The Washington Report w/ Reggie Cecchini!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast: Topics Include:· Poilievre taking Conservatives in a good direction· Trudeau tops Poilievre for preferred PM, says Nanos· Hybrid model of parliament· And more….GUEST: Dr. Lori Turnbull, Director of the School of Public Administration with Dalhousie University-When the Trudeau government imposed sanctions earlier this month against a handful of Iranian individuals and entities for gross human rights violations such as the killing of Mahsa Amini, there was great concern that this represented the summation of the federal response to Iran’s egregio...2022-10-1153 minBill Kelly ShowWeekly Political Roundup: Trudeau vs. Poilievre, The fight against extremist content online & Marit Stiles join us after announcing her candidacy in Ontario’s NDP leadership!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:Topics Include:· Trudeau vs. Poilievre· Marit Stiles first candidate to enter Ontario NDP Leadership· Trudeau offends million belting out Bohemian Rhapsody· And more….. GUEST: John Best, Publisher of The Bay Observer. -The federal government is giving new funding to continue the development of an automated tool for finding and flagging terrorist content online.In a press released issued Tuesday evening, the public safety department detailed a $1.9-million, three-year investment in funding “to combat online terrorist and violent extre...2022-09-2349 minBill Kelly ShowThe impact of Bill 7 on Seniors & LTC homes, Warning of right-wing extremism becoming mainstream & Should LIV Golf player’s be able to play at the Ryder Cup?The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:Ontario hospitals will be able to temporarily enroll elderly patients in long-term care homes they did not choose within a 70-kilometre radius from their preferred facility in Southern Ontario – and a 150-kilometre radius in Northern Ontario – while charging those who refuse to leave a $400-a-day fee.The new details come from a government statement, released on Wednesday, summarizing just-filed regulations meant to give force to the government’s new health care legislation, known as Bill 7. The province says the legislation, fast-tracked through the legislature last month, is needed to free up hos...2022-09-1552 minBill Kelly ShowNew Chief Nursing Officer amid Health Worker Crisis in Canada, Will Afghanistan be the ‘safe haven’ for extremists & Research says, Flexible Working Matters to Employees!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:As Canada’s health care system continues to experience significant pressures, the federal government has appointed a new national chief nursing officer, reinstating a position that aims to bring more input from nurses to federal health-care policy discussions and decision-making.Leigh Chapman has been named to the position, a 20-year nursing veteran who has worked in leadership positions in critical care, home and community care, harm reduction and has held positions in academia, research, regulation, professional practice and administration.GUEST: Dr. James Tiessen, Director of Hea...2022-08-2449 minHamilton Today with Scott ThompsonThe "Queen of Canada"'s siege on Peterborough Police did not go as plannedThe Hamilton Today Podcast with Ted Michaels:A woman proclaiming herself the “Queen of Canada,” under the broader QAnon conspiracy theory, attempted last weekend to get her acolytes to perform citizen’s arrests on the Peterborough Police Service… it did not go well. Are these people a threat? Former CSIS analyst Phil Gurski speaks with Ted about that. On a lighter note, opening the show, Squid-ink Korean corndogs, 60-centimetre long tacos, and ketchup and mustard ice cream – just some of the… delicacies… that you can find at the CNE this year! You can bet Ted has strong opinions on so...2022-08-191h 19Bill Kelly ShowThis Week in Provincial Politics: Healthcare & Budget, Concerns that Trump followers could retaliate & Is the worst of inflation over?The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:Topics Include:· Healthcare crisis· Throne speech deviates little from pre-election budget· Private sector talk· And more…GUEST: John Best, Publisher of The Bay Observer-A controversial organization operating out of a historic Ottawa church has set up what it calls a "private security force," saying it was necessary because police weren't responding to its concerns quickly enough.The United People of Canada (TUPC) said it has identified people it claims have committed crimes targeting the group, and is prepared to "ensure th...2022-08-1252 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastThe Wondai Country Running FestivalAfter our epic Warwick Pentathrun hit, Heidi and I drag Phil and Leigh along with us to another running festival. This time we head to Wondai. The South Burnett area holds a special place in my heart and I not only got to run, but got to revisit some long lost loves and friends. Support the show2022-07-2127 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastHow will Andy be without Hamish?In this episode it's just me again. Talking about the Warwick Pentathrun, a running event I did with some friends that consisted of a 4.6k cross country run, 21k road run, 5k road run, 10k hilly road run and a 1.5k road run. I also talk about my new cats Hamish and Andy and a bit of confronting news about one of my adult children.I have been struggling to find my mojo, but I have a few people lined up to interview in the next few weeks so that should keep me motivated....2022-07-1428 min
Bill Kelly ShowCanada Day "Freedom" protest update & concerns, Ontario NDP Interim leader Peter Tabuns & Air Canada reduces flights this summer!The Bill Kelly Show
“Freedom” groups protesting pandemic public-health measures are at it again. Should we be concerned about the movement gathering for Canada day at Parliament hill?
GUEST: Phil Gurski, President of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting, Distinguished Fellow with the University of Ottawa’s Security program, and former CSIS analyst
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The Ontario NDP has named a longtime Toronto MPP as its interim leader and has postponed its decision on setting a date for party members to choose a replacement for former leader Andrea Horwath.
The New Democrats' p...2022-06-3054 min
Bill Kelly ShowCan we predict the next mass shooter/terrorist? Canada’s men’s soccer team goes on strike & Trudeau scorns China’s response to patrol aircrafts!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:
In the wake of a mass shooting or terrorist attack there is inevitably a lot of commentary on why this happened, what it means, and how we can stop the next one before it occurs. ‘Experts’ tell us they have a plan/model/algorithm which, if used, can provide our protectors with ways to identify and forestall these violent actors. But do they really have such a plan? Have a listen as Borealis’ Phil Gurski weighs on on this issue.
Full article HERE.
GUEST: Phil Gurski, President of Borealis T...2022-06-0754 min
Bill Kelly ShowCanada sending more aid to Ukraine, Canada’s National Security needs an overhaul & The Food Crisis Continues!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:
The federal government announced that it has assembled almost $100 million in military aid for Ukraine — Canada's biggest single donation of military equipment to the country since the start of Russia's invasion.
The $98 million donation will include 20,000 155mm artillery shells — NATO's standard artillery shell — fuses and charge bags, Defence Minister Anita Anand said Tuesday.
Is it enough and what took them so long?
GUEST: Aurel Braun, Professor of International Relations and a Senior Member of the Munk School of Global Affairs at the University of Toronto
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Bill Kelly ShowWhat does Ford’s shift to the center say about populism? Conservative debate recap, U.S. abortion vote fails & What to do w/ online extremism!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:
Throughout its tenure, the PC government has undergone significant changes in policy, appearance and general tone. A 2018 populist movement has seemingly shifted to the moderate PC coalition of old.
So what does Ford’s shift to the center say about the longevity of populism?
Read the full article HERE.
GUEST: Sam Routley, PhD Student of Political Science with Western University
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The six candidates for the Conservative leadership squared off in Edmonton Wednesday night in a debate that showcased their differing visions for...2022-05-1258 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastKelly goes soloIt’s just little ole me chatting about stuff., by myself.I look at some old Instagram posts and quotes and unpack the meaning behind them.I am actually surprised I could talk that long about nothing really.Enjoy xSupport the show2022-04-2154 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastBestfriends go op shopping!Alright, I admit it, the idea of recording my best friend and I whilst op shopping together was done on a whim and it may not be the best audio, but by geez there are some pearler comments in this podcast. I actually surprise myself with what comes out of my mouth. If you want a bit of mindless shit talk between two besties, well welcome to shit-talking-bestie-ville!Support the show2022-04-0737 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastGrief; the lasting companionWow! What a great talk this one is. I sit down with my new friend Katrina Preisler-Weller and we talk about our mums, both of whom have long since passed. And we talk about dying and death and funerals and how grief never leaves you, you just learn to live with it.Grief of course doesn't always come along after the death of someone, it can be many things that cause you to grieve, the loss of a job, a change in life...Katrina is so young at 27, but she is an earthly sou...2022-03-3142 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastA lesson for Ed SheeranThis week I have 2.5 (ok 3) special guests. Jo Doyle and Andy McLean are like Dayboro’s very own celebrity couple. Probably should call them Joey or Anjo…. What a fun podcast this one is. I should know I have spent hours trying to get it to sound just right.We talk brain injuries, 50 first dates, running, music, love at first sight, what lessons Andy has taught Ed Sheeran about performing to live audiences en masse and scrub turkeys. We even get a snippet of a live performance from Jo and get to enjoy some of Andy’s...2022-03-1757 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastMe and my favourite blonde haired, blue eyed guy!This week I have a little catch up with my favourite blonde haired, blue eyed guy, my darling 21 year old son Rylan Gurski.There’s a bit of dog barking, I couldn’t edit all of it out, otherwise it would be a blank poddy.We talk work, floods, war and music all from the 21 year old perspective. It’s nice. I love him.Enjoy xhttps://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1834873Support the show2022-03-1034 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastNot just a teacher; An inspirationThis week I chat to my friend Alish Conley. When I and my high needs kids met Alish at the school she was teaching at; she had been teaching for 15 years. We walked in and turned her teaching world upside down!!! She basically saved us all.My kids taught Alish patience and she taught them that they were worthy. Teaching is not a lost art, but the regard we have for teachers is a lost tradition. I regard Alish as one of the best teachers, if not the best, I have ever met, and I have me...2022-03-0341 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastThe above average-average athleteLast week I had no podcast to give after a guest fell through, this week I have powered through with my amazing friend Heidi Storer.Heidi is a recent recruit to my friendship circle and is one hell of a human. A mum to 4, a grandmother (yikes), a wife to a very patient man, an above average-average runner, a PT and a really fun yet sensible friend.We dive deep on teenage pregnancy, family bonds and unconditional love. As well as a little bit about running (of course). This eppy was going to be called “The...2022-02-241h 05
Bill Kelly ShowPolicing & Security in Ottawa, Emergencies Act debate postponed & Biggest stories from the Beijing Olympics!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:
Have the changes in policing and security in Ottawa over the past few days been effective?
-arresting organizers
-freezing bank accounts
-fencing off areas
-Major organizer Pat King has apparently left
ALSO: Will the occupation end this weekend?
GUEST: Phul Gurski, President of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting, Director of the University of Ottawa’s Security program, and former CSIS analyst
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The debate on the Trudeau government's decision to use the Emergency Measures Act has been postp...2022-02-1845 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastThe 5 Foot Personal Protection SpecialistThe 5 Foot Personal Protection SpecialistThis week I talk to my friend Erin Cash. I have had to heavily edit this one because she has NO FILTER (soo good); sorry for the dodgey editing and interludes!Erin retired from the Coppers 16 years ago and what a full life she has had! She’s worked in the “Riot Squad”, been a child abuse investigation detective, an educator, was a competitive full contact martial artist and holds numerous advanced level qualifications in fitness and coaching. Her guiding principles are that fitness, nutrition, and personal safety are para...2022-02-101h 07
Bill Kelly ShowTrucker protests across the country – what’s the end game? Do we need stronger leadership & The latest on the Ukraine-Russia crisis!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:
Ottawa declares state of emergency which is now over/Toronto clears streets after 1 day
Are Foreign Governments taking notes on what’s happening, and or, are they a part of this?
GUEST: Phil Gurski, President of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting, Director of the University of Ottawa’s Security program, and former CSIS analyst
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Topics Include:
Do we need stronger leadership from the Prime Minister and the Premier of Ontario right now amid protests?
Conservatives continue to side with protestors
Conservative leadership race
GUEST: Dr. Lori...2022-02-0756 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastEveryday lessons from an everyday elite athleteThis week I chat to my friend Angela Woodward (Nee Kennedy). Ang was in the Australian swim team for 10 years in the 1990s. I call Ang “Rings” (Olympic Rings) because she went to the Olympics. She’s the only person I know that went to the Olympics and she won a medal. She used to carry shame with that medal though and how she won it. Ang and her coach Peter Freney of the Telopea Club pioneered and perfected an under water kick that literally propelled her career in butterfly. Rings is a super wonderfu...2022-02-0346 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastThe Kelly Monologue on “Iso”This week’s episode is me rabbiting on each day about my week in “iso” after my 18 year old daughter got “The Vid” and our household went into lockdown.I had my darling friend Erin lined up for the next episode, but despite our best attempts our audio was crap, in that we could not hear each other!! So as luck would have it, you just get me, well me, with the kids making a couple of cameos and my old dog and his stiff lungs crackling in the background cause he needs to be near me constantly...2022-01-2730 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastA Voice Like a Calming LullabyWhen you meet Lizzie Dart, there is a beauty about her, sure her outside package is stunning, but that is not where her beauty radiates from, there’s something super special about her as a human.I didn’t know much about Lizzie at all going into this chat and wowzers she is a softly spoken, non-sweary powerhouse of inspiration. She has turned her own dv story to one that fuels her to help others with a passion and vigour only other survivors will truly understand.My own voice audio is a bit shit...2022-01-201h 12
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastBest friends talk nature and vision boardsAnother good ole chin wag with my lifelong bestie “V”.This eppy kind of turns into her interviewing me. She wanted to deep dive on some stuff I scratched the surface on when I had a cry whilst podcasting on another episode.We talk nature and vision boards and a whole lot of crap in between!Enjoy!Support the show2022-01-131h 17
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastRiding on my coat tails through the pearly gates!My friend Sally Brouwer is my guest this episode.Sally is dry and witty with a heart as big as a giant watermelon. She can pack an awful lot into one little podcast. She is a mum to teenage triplets, a former copper, fitness professional, nutritionist, lifestyle coach and clinical hypnotherapist.Sal runs the successful Sally Brouwer Fitness where she helps women and men get fit, healthy and strong Gosh we laugh in this episode. We talk about autism, eating veggies, lots of veggies and of course how she is gonna ride...2022-01-0641 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastThe Mystery of the Missing Pie CrustIn this episode I talk to my friend and author TJ (Terese Jones). I took my roving microphone to TJ's home, so there's a couple of grumbles in the audio along the way.We talk about lots of things, but most importantly TJ's self published novel - Blood Will Tell. I personally read this book myself and it blew me away that it was so bloody good.The book takes you back in time to the 1880's in Boston with forensic pathologist, Sloane Kelly to prevent a murder. This book has eve...2021-12-3049 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastCorporate TutusIn this episode I talk to my friend Allana Bianchi.Allana is engaging and funny with a laugh that is contagious.She explains the difference between corporate and running tutus, it’s an interesting delineation.She is also a runner and an Outreach Ambassador for parkrun. She organised an Octogenarian parkrun event to celebrate how age isn’t a barrier to participation (running, walking, volunteering). The outcome was impressive.We talk all things parkrun and social prescriptions too.This is such a fun talk. I think it’s a great lead i...2021-12-2357 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastI hope you have a wonderful time in jailIn this episode I talk to my friend Robyn Night. Robyn had her name and address posted on adult and social media websites with her face superimposed on pictures of women carrying out sexual acts.Words such as "here for your pleasure" and "I'm home alone now and ready for your punishment" were written on the websites.As a result, more than 50 men visited her family home from 2011 to 2015. During that time, Robyn was pregnant and became a mother.Ryan Kotynski, 42, pleaded guilty to stalking, domestic violence, using another person's identification to commit an...2021-12-1649 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastThat one time my boobs turned on meThat one time my boobs turned on me…Don’t be mistaken, this is not just about my boobs, it’s about running, but I will tell you about that one time I was borderline septic because my boobs had an infection.I will regale you with my own running stories, my comebacks, my down times and my good times.I hope you enjoy!!Support the show2021-12-0955 min
Bill Kelly ShowModelling indicates tough winter for ICU’s, CSIS warns Trudeau of China’s effort to influence media & Even your booze isn’t immune to COVIDThe Bill Kelly Show Podcast:
Ontario’s COVID-19 science advisory table has released new projections that indicate cases are rising substantially, even without Omicron, and that vaccinating young children and increased public health measures are key to flattening the curve.
Vaccinations and reduced contacts are needed to keep pressure off the province’s hospitals. But so far, is not recommending any provincewide restrictions.
What do we know about the Omicron variant?
ALSO: Do we need more access to testing?
GUEST: Dr. Peter Juni, Director of Ontario’s Science Table and a Pr...2021-12-0856 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastToo Stubborn to DieIn this episode I talk to my friend Sharnelle Harris (formerly Cole). Shar refutes the term hero, even though she has earned herself a bravery award, one of the highest honours any police officer can receive. She prefers to think of the police and ambos who came to her and her two partner’s aid as the heroes.In the early hours of 1 May 2000, Sharnelle, Daryl Green and Chris Mulhall were shot whilst attending a neighbourhood dispute. Despite being shot 8 times Sharnelle managed to call for back up and send a beacon to the other frantic police tryin...2021-12-0252 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastSpiteful AmbitionIn this episode I was pretty keen to talk with my daughter Savanah. She was a bit tired and distracted, so the first part of the poddy was like pulling teeth. She was looking for any opportunity to not be there! Second part of the podcast I started going down a road that I wasn't prepared for. I wanted to talk about my sister's 4 kids that I raised, next minute I am vulnerable as fuck and bloody crying. In this episode you will hear more of me than I usually put on show. I am a bit scared to put th...2021-11-2542 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastA Different StrokeMarney is a softly spoken country gal from Dayboro. But don’t let her soft demeanour fool you, she is one tough cookie.Marney met her perfect match husband in 1996 when she was 18 and they formed a life long partnership, raising two children together.In 2019 Marney’s world as she knew it stopped, then it played out in slow motion. The longest and craziest journey of her life. A journey that taught her so much. To live, to love and to never give up. Marney had a stroke, as luck would have it whilst she...2021-11-181h 13
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastSome Women are Lost in the Fire. Some Women are Built From it.In this episode I talk to my brand new friend Tiana King. Tiana and I met as cast members on location for the filming of Adventure All Stars. Tiana was quiet when I first met her, shy and appeared naive, by the end of one week’s filming she was gregarious, funny, engaging, self deprecating and witty.At 28 years old, this week she “celebrates” her 27 year burniversary.As she says; “people celebrate birthdays & anniversary’s everyday but today I get to celebrate something special to me. I’m 28 years old but my life really started...2021-11-111h 02
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastOn the Road to Adventure (All Stars style).This episode is something a little bit different. It's a mish-mash of one week's worth of audio files, kind of like a captain's log, with no star date (Star Trek reference).This episode captures the adventures Savanah (my daughter) and I experienced whilst cast members for the Tv Show - Adventure All Stars. Savanah and I rasied money for our charity RizeUp Australia (DV charity) and as a reward we were taken on a mystery adventure holiday. Our destination and the activities were a surprise right til the last minute.We did some ama...2021-11-0447 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastDeath, Taxes and Penny Rugs; Born to Craft, Forced to WorkMy oldest and dearest friend Vera joins me in this episode. With no real plan, we just thought we would let the conversation go where it may and it went many places. From death, to taxes, to penny rugs, to following your passion in life to menopause. We covered some ground. Vera is one of those unassuming people who doesn't talk herself up, even though she is quite a brilliant artist and one the most smart people I know. Vera has her own Etsy store where she sells her handmade penny rugs and other...2021-10-281h 29
Bill Kelly ShowCanadians falling prey to conspiracy theories, Will Mélanie Joly succeed as Foreign Affairs Minister & Deadline for feds to appeal ruling to pay Indigenous kids approachesThe Bill Kelly Show Podcast:
The good news is Canadians have a lot of trust in their institutions.
The not-so-good news is that a strong minority of Canadians believe a small cabal of people “secretly manipulate” world events from the shadows.
New polling conducted for Elections Canada suggested that Canadians have strong confidence in institutions like the elections agency (78 per cent), the police (74 per cent), the mainstream media (54 per cent) and provincial and federal governments (56 per cent and 55 per cent, respectively).
But the poll – conducted by Leger, and based on a survey...2021-10-2854 min
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastThe Former Tinder KingIn this epidode I talk to my friend Bobby Crawford. I met Bob when he was Police Officer. Bob has always been more serious than me but I did manage to get him to crack a smile and laugh.Now living in Indonesia with his super-awesome girlfriend; Bob has had an interesting career since leaving the Queensland Police in 2007 having worked in Baghdad, Iraq, the Congo and some other sketchy African countries. We talk about Bob's boxing life and most importantly how he navigated the world as the Tinder King before settling down.Bob...2021-10-211h 13
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastPower Pants With PocketsIn this episode I talk to my old mate (who is actually my new mate) Lisa Marshall. Lisa lives in my hometown of Dayboro and is a personal trainer and nutrition coach. Lisa grew up with chronic asthma and got into swimming at a young age to help with her lung capacity. She is a black belt in karate, a mum to two awesome adults, a fur mama to dogs, cats and horses, a wife to a handsome young fellow (I had to say that because I accidentally called him old one day) and all...2021-10-141h 12
Kelly's Ordinary People PodcastThe Incredibly Good-Looking Car DetailerIn this episode I have a good old chin wag with my favourite blonde haired blue eyed guy, my son Rylan James Gurski. Rylan struggled when he was a little boy with a speech and language disorder and mild intellectual impairment. He is now nearly 21 and he regales us in this episode with his recent SS Commodore car purchase, much to my chagrin. He also talks about the job he loves, his modelling career and who his inspiration is. I am not so good at editing, so the vacuum cleaner trip and the dog not goin...2021-10-0744 minKelly's Ordinary People PodcastPumpkin is lifeIn this episode I chat to my friend Jodie Brown; baker, chef, masseuse, ultra-mega-super-duper athlete and campaigner for plant based eating and mental health.I took my microphone to Jodie and we recorded on her deck whilst drinking barista quality coffee and vegan banana bread with coconut yoghurt, strawberries and hemp seeds; all made by her!Jodie told me that by this day’s end Australia will have lost 9 souls to suicide. She is raising funds and awareness for suicide prevention whilst planning and riding a 500km, 5000m vertical gain.You can donate to...2021-09-3059 minKelly's Ordinary People PodcastWelcome to Kelly's Ordinary PeopleFrom humble beginnings in the pov pack housing commision area of Norman Park in Brisbane to being an ultra marathoner and mum to 6; Kelly delves into her own life story of nursing her dying mum when she was 21 to being an advocate for DV and philanthropist and animal rescuer. Support the show2021-09-2428 min
Bill Kelly ShowWhat do we know about ISIS-K, Sewergate: Province approves city’s plan for Cootes Paradise & Calls continue for Ontario-wide COVID vaccine certificateThe Bill Kelly Show Podcast:
Evacuation flights from Afghanistan resumed with new urgency on Friday, a day after two suicide bombings targeted the thousands of people desperately fleeing a Taliban takeover and killed more than 100. The U.S. warned more attacks could come ahead of the looming deadline for foreign troops to leave, ending America's longest war.
As the call to prayer echoed through Kabul along with the roar of departing planes, the anxious crowd outside the city's airport was as large as ever. Dozens of Taliban members carrying heavy weapons patrolled one area about 500...2021-08-2755 min
Bill Kelly ShowThe Peaceable Kingdom? A history of terrorism in Canada from Confederation to the Present, Phil Gurski joined Bill KellyThe Peaceable Kingdom is an excellent primer about terrorism activities in Canada reaching back to days of Confederation. One does not think of terrorism actually happening on Canadian soil or to Canadian entities elsewhere. After all Canada is known as the country where we say, “I’m sorry” a lot. Yet in the past few decades, there have been incidents, some diffused and controlled by law enforcement/intelligence agencies, others where lives were lost.
Phil has written this book from a first person perspective, which puts a human face to the issue, having worked in the field of counte...2021-03-1018 min