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OTR Academy

CDL Steve

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The OTR Academy was founded to help new long haul truck drivers overcome career threatening challenges facing most new CDL holders. We’re here to help you get your Over-the-Road career off to a strong promising start. CDL STEVE’S BIO: CDL Steve is an active long haul truck driver who has seen dozens of new drivers struggle and leave the trucking industry within that critical first 3-year window. Steve firmly believes those who reach that 3-year anniversary are more likely to enjoy a great ca ...
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Host Alex Evans talks with fascinating people about how to navigate the turbulent times we’re living through. Some may want to stoke fear, rage and division, but at the Good Apocalypse Podcast we’re focusing on how we can steady ourselves, find purpose and meaning, and build connection with others as ways towards a brighter future. Formerly the Larger Us Podcast.
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The Wandering Book Collector

Michelle Jana Chan

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The Wandering Book Collector with host Michelle Jana Chan airs regular conversations with writers exploring what's informed their books and their lives around themes of movement, memory, sense of place, borders, identity, belonging and home. The podcast has welcomed Booker and Pulitzer Prize winners and finalists, such as Bernardine Evaristo, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, Karen Joy Fowler, Carla Power and Maaza Mengiste. The choice of writers is representative of the world around us, naturally. https:/ ...
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Hosted by Tony Nash, this podcast brings together current service members and veteran high performers to share their methods, strategies, and ideas delivered in an informative way and, most importantly, actionable ways that will help you lead yourself and those around you better from the battlefield to the boardroom.
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The Everyman Movie Review is a different kind of movie commentary - it's not about the art of movie-making, but rather about the enjoyment and entertainment of the film itself. It's not about me or my opinion, it's about the movie - does it deliver on what it promises? I've been a movie fan my entire life. I'm such a 'fan' - I gave up a lucrative legal career on the east coast and moved to Hollywood to be a part of it. And here I am, living the dream, recording reviews for the internet. But ...
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On this Christmas Day episode of True North True Crime, we’re joined by Madelayne Klein and Jordan Bonaparte from The Canadian Gothic for a year-end roundtable. Together, we reflect on the cases from 2025 that stayed with us, the shifts and trends we’ve seen across the true crime space, and how emerging tools like AI are beginning to influence stor…
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It was a quiet Monday afternoon in Burnaby, British Columbia, when police were called to a residential street near Alpha Secondary School. A passerby had noticed a parked vehicle and looked inside — making a discovery that would devastate two families and spark a complex investigation. The bodies of 31-year-old Keisha Garie and 30-year-old Umair Ka…
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Co-hosts Claire Brown and Alex Evans welcome former Green Party leader and MP Caroline Lucas. They discuss the evolution of green politics in Britain, and can help shape a better future. Key Topics: - Caroline Lucas’s Journey. Her path to becoming the UK Green Party’s first MP. - Green Party Now. The party’s growth under new leader Zack Polanski. -…
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On October 3rd, 1984, nine-year-old Christine Jessop disappeared from her home in Queensville, Ontario. Her case became one of the most highly scrutinized investigations in Canadian history, marked by a wrongful conviction, decades of unanswered questions, and a search for justice that stretched across generations. In this episode, we revisit Chris…
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Host Alex Evans is joined by David Steven, a senior fellow at the UN Foundation, senior fellow at NYU’s Center on International Cooperation, and Managing Director of River Path Associates. Longtime collaborators, Alex and David reflect on the "Long Crisis Scenarios" they developed during the pandemic and discuss how those ideas have fared five year…
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This episode was originally a TNTC+ bonus episode. In April 2006, a 20-year-old man drove from Nova Scotia to Maine with a chilling plan. Armed with names and addresses from the state’s sex offender registry, he hunted down two men, Joseph Gray and William Elliott, in a series of calculated attacks. What compelled this seemingly ordinary young man …
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In this previously TNTC+ bonus episode, we're taking you inside a world few people truly understand — the work of cadaver search dogs and their handlers. We’re joined by Jason McMillan, Vice President and K9 Handler with Canadian Cadaver Canines — a volunteer-based team that assists in searches for missing persons across Canada. Jason and his cadav…
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Alex Evans speaks to Miriam Juan-Torres González, a leading expert on polarisation, democracy and belonging. They discuss the evolution of political polarisation since 2016, the rise of authoritarian populism and strategies for building bridges and defending democracy in turbulent times. Miriam shares insights from her research and real-world examp…
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On a cold December night in 1962, two men were led through the echoing halls of Toronto’s Don Jail. Beneath their feet, a trapdoor waited. Minutes later, Arthur Lucas and Ronald Turpin became the last people ever executed in Canadian history. In this special Halloween episode, we step back into that chilling night — and the crimes that brought both…
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Seven-year-old Wayne Mallette vanished on the deserted grounds of Toronto’s Canadian National Exhibition on September 15, 1956. Within days, police zeroed in on 14-year-old Ron Moffatt, extracting a confession during a parent- and lawyer-free interrogation and securing a juvenile conviction—while the real predator, Peter Woodcock, remained free to …
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Alex Evans welcomes Adam Kahane - renowned facilitator, author, and expert in scenario planning and system transformation. Adam shares insights from his experience of scenario planning as part of peace processes in South Africa and Colombia, discusses the power of stories in shaping the future, and helps us discover practical habits which can creat…
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On the night of October 12, 1983, 17-year-old Donna Jean Awcock was babysitting for a neighbour in London, Ontario. When her shift ended, she set out for a short walk — but she never made it home. The next morning, October 13, Donna’s body was found near the Thames River by the Fanshawe Dam. She had been sexually assaulted and strangled. For forty …
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In January 2024, 52-year-old Mathew McGrath went missing from Carleton Place, Ontario. For four months his family searched desperately, until his body was discovered in the Mississippi River that May. The coroner ruled his cause of death as drowning, but the manner was left undetermined. Police stated no foul play was suspected and considered the c…
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It was the early hours of August 3rd, 2001, in Edmonton, Alberta, when fire crews responded to a dumpster blaze behind a central apartment building. Once the flames were out, they made a horrifying discovery — the burned remains of a young woman. For nearly two weeks, investigators worked to find out who she was. They canvassed hundreds of apartmen…
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In October 2008, 21-year-old Dylan Koshman disappeared from south Edmonton after a late-night argument with his cousins. He left the house wearing only jeans and a t-shirt—and without his phone, wallet, or jacket—never to be seen again. Initially treated as a missing-person case, the investigation was later reclassified as a homicide. Dylan’s walle…
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👉 Content warning: this episode contains audio of gunfire. On June 28, 2022, a quiet day at a Bank of Montreal in Saanich, British Columbia, exploded into chaos when two heavily armed men stormed the building, triggering a deadly shootout with police. In the midst of gunfire, six officers put their lives on the line, displaying extraordinary braver…
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In June 1959, 12-year-old Lynne Harper disappeared from the small community of Clinton, Ontario. Two days later, her body was found in a wooded area near a rural concession road. What followed was one of the most infamous wrongful convictions in Canadian history. Steven Truscott, a 14-year-old classmate, was arrested, charged with Lynne’s murder, a…
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After Malcolm Madsen vanished in Puerto Vallarta, his daughter Brooke began a relentless effort to uncover the truth. In Part 2 of our coverage, we trace how the case progressed within Mexico’s legal system. With key evidence—including GPS data and surveillance footage—Brooke pushes forward despite systemic obstacles. We are once again joined by jo…
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This is part one of a two-part series on the disappearance of Malcom Madsen. Malcom was a 68-year-old Canadian man who went missing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, in October 2018. In this episode, we look at who Malcom was, his life in Mexico, and the night he was last seen. We’re joined by journalist and filmmaker Robert Osborne, who has investigated…
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On November 26, 2023, 23-year-old Byron Watson left his auntie’s home on Lonsdale Street in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan. He told his family he’d be back later that day — but he never returned. Byron, a member of the Nekaneet Cree Nation, was a well-known presence in the small community of Maple Creek. He worked at the local livestock auction barn, su…
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In March 2006, 21-year-old Jessie Foster who was from Kamloops BC, vanished from North Las Vegas under circumstances that point to a disturbing pattern of trafficking and violence against women. Nearly two decades later, her case remains unsolved—but her story is far from forgotten. In this episode, we partnered with Jessie's mother, Glendene Grant…
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This week on True North True Crime, we're stepping outside our usual format to offer a rare look behind the badge. Sergeant Chris Voller of the National Police Federation joins us for a candid conversation about the realities of frontline policing in 2025. Representing over 20,000 RCMP members across Canada, Chris sheds light on the challenges offi…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode 22 Hosted by Ashley Ryan THE 1 SYSTEM A Lifestyle Diet Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/gXvxwhz $7.99 OTR Academy really appreciates Susan taking the time to share her story. The Academy also wishes to acknowledge and offer appreciation to Vitaliy Levkin of Lemon Music Studios for the fantas…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode: 21 Don’t Be That Guy! Presented by Ashley and CDL Steve… SPY GAMES Inside the Murky World of Corporate Espionage Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/d5oAkHg Available in Paperback, Kindle, and as an Audible audiobook. OTR Academy wishes to acknowledge and offer appreciation to Vitaliy Levkin o…
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In Part One, we shared Aspen Pallot’s vibrant life and the devastating impact of intimate partner violence. Now, in Part Two, we follow her family’s painful journey through the Canadian justice system—a process that felt cold, slow, and disconnected. The trial hinged on intent: was Solaris Dey guilty of second-degree murder or manslaughter? In the …
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This week on True North True Crime, we’re joined by Jordan from The Nighttime Podcast to examine the troubling and still-unfolding case of Lily and Jack Sullivan, two young siblings who vanished from their rural property in Lansdowne Station, Nova Scotia, on the morning of May 2, 2025. According to their parents, six-year-old Lily and four-year-old…
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Aspen Pallot was 19 years old when she was murdered by her boyfriend, 22-year-old Solaris Day, on October 3, 2018, in Richmond, British Columbia. In this first episode of a two-part series, we focus on Aspen’s life—who she was, how she loved, and the deep bond she shared with her family. Aspen’s loved ones stood by her as she navigated a relationsh…
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On October 28, 2023, beloved actor Matthew Perry was found dead in his Los Angeles home. Initially reported as an accidental drowning, new evidence has emerged that suggests something far more sinister. In this episode, we examine the circumstances surrounding Perry’s final days, the details from multiple indictments, and the people now facing crim…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode: 20 Signage SPY GAMES Inside the Murky World of Corporate Espionage Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/d5oAkHg Available in Paperback, Kindle, and as an Audible audiobook. OTR Academy wishes to acknowledge and offer appreciation to Vitaliy Levkin of Lemon Music Studios for the fantastic whistl…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode 19 I Killed a Little Boy OTR Academy wishes to acknowledge and offer appreciation to Vitaliy Levkin of Lemon Music Studios for the fantastic whistling OTR Academy theme, and to Pixabay for sound effects used in our podcasts. Thank you! Message Line: 520-800-3773 Email: [email protected] Podcast Plat…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode 18 The True Costs of Speeding THE 1 SYSTEM A Lifestyle Diet Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/gXvxwhz $7.99 OTR Academy wishes to acknowledge and offer appreciation to Vitaliy Levkin of Lemon Music Studios for the fantastic whistling OTR Academy theme, and to Pixabay for sound effects used in…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode: 17 SPY GAMES: Inside the Murky World of Corporate Espionage. Available through Amazon.com. https://a.co/d/d5oAkHg Available in Paperback, Kindle, and as an Audible audiobook. OTR Academy wishes to acknowledge and offer appreciation to Vitaliy Levkin of Lemon Music Studios for the fantastic whistling O…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode 16 THE 1 SYSTEM A Lifestyle Diet Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/gXvxwhz $7.99 TECH RADAR believes, “The best document scanning app of 2025 is Adobe Scan.— Here’s a Tech Radar link with reviews for a number of great scanners.— https://www.—techradar.—com/best/best-document-scanning-apps OTR…
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Juanita “Winnie” Migwans, a 31-year-old Indigenous woman from M’Chigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin Island, has been missing since October 4, 2024. She was last seen walking along Riverside Drive in M’Chigeeng. She disappeated without her phone, identification, or personal belongings . Her sudden disappearance has left her family and community deep…
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On October 3, 1996, 42-year-old Audrey Desjardins finished her night shift at a fruit packing plant in St. Davids, Ontario. After dropping off a friend in Welland, she vanished without a trace—along with her red Ford Crown Victoria. Despite extensive searches, including multiple dives in regional waterways, neither Audrey nor her vehicle has ever b…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode 15 EPISODE HOST: CDL Steve with Ashley “Ash” Poynter Episode Sponsor: SPY GAMES Inside the Murky World of Corporate Espionage Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/d5oAkHg Available in Paperback, Kindle, and as an Audible audiobook. WRITTEN BY: CDL Steve TAGS: CDL Steve, OTR, CDL, OTR Academy OTR…
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Why do those of us in western societies find it so difficult to face the prospect of our deaths, or to grieve collectively for experiences of shared loss? How does unprocessed collective grief - for instance about the pandemic - show up politically? And might changes in how we think and feel about death make it easier for us to confront existential…
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On March 17, 2022, 29-year-old Nicholas Adamson vanished after a night out at The Moose & Goose nightclub in Thorold, Ontario. After stepping outside to make a phone call around 1 a.m., he was denied re-entry into the club. Surveillance footage later captured him walking away along Sullivan Street toward Pine Street. Despite extensive searches and …
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode: 14 WRITTEN BY: CDL Steve EPISODE HOST: Ramsey TAGS: CDL Steve, OTR, CDL, OTR Academy Episode Sponsor: SPY GAMES Inside the Murky World of Corporate Espionage Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/d5oAkHg Available in Paperback, Kindle, and as an Audible audiobook. OTR Academy wishes to acknowled…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode 13 Letter to Sean Duffy, Secretary of Transportation WRITTEN BY: CDL Steve LETTER READ BY: Midnight Mike THE 1 SYSTEM A Lifestyle Diet Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/gXvxwhz $7.99 OTR Academy wishes to acknowledge and offer appreciation to Vitaliy Levkin of Lemon Music Studios for the fant…
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In March 2023, 23-year-old Kiara Agnew from Dawson Creek, British Columbia, was found dead at a resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. This episode examines the circumstances of her death, the official investigation, and the broader issues of safety while traveling abroad. Gofundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-bring-kiara-agnew-home Petition: http…
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For years, Cody Dempster’s case remained unresolved. Then, in 2018, the file was taken over by a cold case unit, and investigators narrowed in on a suspect. But despite significant developments, no arrest was ever made. In this episode, we uncover who police believe is responsible for Cody’s death—and why they were never brought to trial. With insi…
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In the spring of 2011, the community of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, was shaken by the suspicious death of 16-year-old Cody Dempster. He was found unresponsive in a downtown alley and later pronounced dead—his passing eventually ruled a homicide. The RCMP initially had suspects, but despite early leads, the case went cold. For over a decade,…
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In this episode, we delve into the tragic case of Bradley Steven Kline, a 26-year-old man from Surrey, British Columbia. On December 7, 2018, Bradley was found dead in his Newton coach house under mysterious circumstances. Despite initial challenges, the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) identified several suspects and are actively purs…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode: 12 SPY GAMES Inside the Murky World of Corporate Espionage Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/d5oAkHg Available in Paperback, Kindle, and as an Audible audiobook. WRITTEN BY: CDL Steve TAGS: CDL Steve, OTR, CDL, OTR Academy OTR Academy wishes to acknowledge and offer appreciation to Vitaliy L…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve Episode 11 THE 1 SYSTEM A Lifestyle Diet Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/gXvxwhz $7.99 WRITTEN BY: CDL Steve TAGS: CDL Steve, OTR, CDL, OTR Academy OTR Academy wishes to acknowledge and offer appreciation to Vitaliy Levkin of Lemon Music Studios for the fantastic whistling OTR Academy theme, and to…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve THE 1 SYSTEM A Lifestyle Diet Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/gXvxwhz $7.99 WRITTEN BY: CDL Steve TAGS: CDL Steve, OTR, CDL, OTR Academy OTR Academy wishes to acknowledge and offer appreciation to Vitaliy Levkin of Lemon Music Studios for the fantastic whistling OTR Academy theme, and to Pixabay fo…
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In this episode, we delve into the tragic deaths of Lucas Fowler, Chynna Deese, and Leonard Dyck—the victims of a horrifying crime spree that shocked Canada in 2019. Lucas and Chynna, a couple from Australia and the United States, were on a dream road trip in British Columbia when their lives were cut short in a brutal and senseless act of violence…
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Click here to send a text to CDL Steve https://a.co/d/gXvxwhz Ep 9 THE 1 SYSTEM A Lifestyle Diet Available through Amazon.com https://a.co/d/gXvxwhz $7.99 WRITTEN BY: CDL Steve TAGS: CDL Steve, OTR, CDL, OTR Academy OTR Academy wishes to acknowledge and offer appreciation to Vitaliy Levkin of Lemon Music Studios for the fantastic whistling OTR Acad…
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You asked your questions and we did our best to answer them! Join us as we discuss case updates from episodes we did in 2024, and then sit back and relax for a more off the cuff conversational style episode while we ask questions our listeners had for us. -- This podcast is recorded on the territories of the Coast Salish people. Music Composed by: …
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