Best The Great Canadian Training Podcasts (2025)

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Art, ADHD, and Undead IP with Ben Walker-Storey 43:47

38m ago43:47

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“That thing that made you weird? It’s your superpower now.” In this episode, Michael Dargie chats with illustrator, animator, and all-around macabre misfit Ben Walker-Storey. From his spooky spot in Grass Valley, California—known for gold rushes and now monster sketches—Ben opens up about his life as a creator navigating ADHD, artistic reinvention,…

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Heritage in the Rocks: Keeping Cobalt’s Mining History Alive 46:23

1h ago46:23

46:23

In this episode of Backroads Bill, we speak with Maggie Wilson, president of the Cobalt Historical Society, about the incredible past and uncertain future of one of Canada’s most historic mining towns. From the silver boom of 1905 to the modern-day fight to preserve headframes, mills, and trails, this is a story of resilience, rust, and remembrance…

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EP-304 | Yunus vs Bangladesh Army, China’s Strategy & US Plan for Myanmar | Lt Gen PC Nair (Retd) 1:02:14

2d ago1:02:14

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Lieutenant General PC Nair is a retired officer of the Indian Army with a career spanning over four decades. He served as the Director General of the Assam Rifles, India’s oldest paramilitary force, where he played a crucial role in counter-insurgency operations in the North-East region. Lt. Gen. Nair (Retd) has extensive expertise in dealing with …

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Donald Tyrone on Industry Burnout Work Culture 1:17:13

7h ago1:17:13

1:17:13

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE In this episode, Jeff talks with Donald Tyrone to discuss burnout in the auto repair industry. Donald shares his experiences working for a large rental fle…

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Tech, Tactics, and Takeovers with Claire Milligan 43:10

1d ago43:10

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“Don’t stop being that person who steps off the ledge.” In this episode, Michael Dargie connects with Claire Milligan, founder of Aimably, whose career has evolved from a designer obsessed with user experience to an entrepreneur helping businesses navigate private equity transformations—without losing their soul (or their engineers). This episode i…

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Travis Walton Incident | The Most Famous Alien Abduction Case of All Time 1:00:00

3d ago1:00:00

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Exploring the true story behind one of the most famous alien abduction cases of all time, the Travis Walton Incident. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: http://www.redwebpod.com In 1975, a group of loggers reported seeing a strange light in the forest. One was struck by a mysterious blue beam, fell unconscious, and later vanished. He reappear…

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265 - British Tanks of the Red Army 59:48

2d ago59:48

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Today, we are exploring a topic that doesn’t get talked about much — the British tanks that ended up serving with the Red Army during the Second World War. We often think about the Soviet Union producing huge numbers of its own tanks like the T-34, but in the early years of the war—and even before it—the Soviets were looking abroad for armoured veh…

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EP-303 | Theatre vs Cinema, Comedy Films, Nepotism, PR Companies & More | Rajpal Yadav 1:15:39

3d ago1:15:39

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Rajpal Yadav began his acting journey with television before making a mark in films like Shool (1999) and Jungle (2000). Rajpal has delivered iconic performances in films such as Hungama, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Chup Chup Ke and Bhool Bhulaiyaa series, among others, where he impressed audiences with his blend of humor and comic timing. In this episod…

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Life After the Great Resignation with Laura Darrell 42:29

4d ago42:29

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“Leadership is my jam.” In this episode, Michael Dargie connects with leadership coach, author, and former VP of Boston Pizza, Laura Darrell. From her new home in Mexico City, Laura shares the story of how she and her husband upended their successful corporate careers in Canada, packed up their lives—and their pets—and moved south to rediscover joy…

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How a Lost Silo and a 1950s Epidemic Sparked a Remarkable Canadian Novel 41:36

7d ago41:36

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Author and journalist Christine Fischer Guy joins Backroads Bill to explore the real-life inspiration behind her haunting novel The Umbrella Mender, set during the 1950s tuberculosis outbreak in Moose Factory, Ontario. Through in-depth research, remote travel, and family connection, Christine weaves a story that parallels past and present pandemics…

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Fluffy Mexicanik Talks Flat Rate Pay and His Popularity on Social Media 2:01:44

10d ago2:01:44

2:01:44

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE In this episode, Jeff and Fluffy Mexicanik talk through their ups and downs in their automotive repair careers. They both get pretty raw about dealership l…

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EP-302 | India vs Pakistan: The Big Narrative War Over Operation Sindoor | Shashi Shekhar 1:17:59

7d ago1:17:59

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Shashi Shekhar is the founder of AI for India, an initiative focused on building a strong ecosystem for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies in the country. He is also the former CEO of Prasar Bharati, India’s public broadcaster. In this episode of the Podcast with Smita Prakash, Shashi Shekhar talks about the battle of narratives surr…

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Karen Silkwood | The Story Behind This Radioactive Whistleblower and Her Mysterious Death 1:14:05

11d ago1:14:05

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Investigating the life, death, and conspiracies surrounding noted union activist and whistleblower Karen Silkwood. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: http://www.redwebpod.com She was a lab technician, a union activist, and a whistleblower. After dangerous levels of radiation were found on her body, she began investigating her workplace. On he…

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264 - SAS Great Escapes, Archie Gibson 47:03

8d ago47:03

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In this episode, I’m joined by bestselling author Damien Lewis to talk about one of the remarkable men featured in his new book SAS Great Escapes Four — Archie Gibson. Archie served with the Long Range Desert Group and worked closely with the SAS during some of their earliest and most daring operations. His wartime journey took him from the harsh d…

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EP-301 | Ghazi Baba Encounter, Drone Threats, Infiltration & Border Tensions | NN Dubey & SK Sood 1:36:10

11d ago1:36:10

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Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey is a former Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF). He led a crucial operation in 2003 to capture terrorist Ghazi Baba, who was responsible for the 2001 Indian Parliament attack. During the operation, Dubey was shot multiple times, and one of the bullets still remains lodged in his body. He was awarded the Kirt…

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Nature Is Holy Too: A Theologian’s Call for Environmental Justice 41:39

14d ago41:39

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This week Bill and Ben sit down with Stephen Scharper, University of Toronto professor, theologian, and author of The Green Bible, to explore the deep connections between faith, creation, climate change, and our moral responsibility to the planet. From Pope Francis’s encyclical Laudato Si to Indigenous wisdom, eco-spirituality, and the quiet power …

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EP-300 | Caste Census, Tamil Nadu Politics, Bihar Polls & more | Shekhar, Gautam & Pallavi 59:44

13d ago59:44

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The Central government took everyone by surprise by announcing a caste census, a move that has long been the poll plank of the Congress party and its leader, Rahul Gandhi. What prompted this sudden decision? Will it truly pave the way for social justice? And how will it impact the upcoming assembly elections in Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal? I…

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Entrepreneurial Grit and Grace with special guests Tomer and Anastasia Arwas 46:42

14d ago46:42

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“When you lose everything, you realise what you actually need to live a good life.” In this episode, Michael Dargie welcomes husband and wife duo Tomer and Anastasia, Ukrainian immigrants who rebuilt their lives and careers from scratch after arriving in Canada. As war displaced their lives, their response was bold: uproot, relocate, and start anew…

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Liz Tait Gets Real About Dealership Drama 1:38:21

17d ago1:38:21

1:38:21

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE In this episode, Jeff Compton sits down with Liz Tate, partner at Level 5 Drive, an ADAS calibration company in southern Ontario. Liz discusses her unconve…

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EP-299 | India's Air Defence System, Drone Warfare & Chinese Weapons | Lt. Gen. Sumer Ivan D’Cunha 1:03:36

15d ago1:03:36

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Lieutenant General D’Cunha is the Director General of Army Air Defence (AAD). He assumed command as the Chief of Army Air Defence in 2023. An alumnus of the Indian Military Academy, he was commissioned into the Corps of Army Air Defence in December 1988. In this edition of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, he talks about how India’s air defence s…

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Ed & Lorraine Warren | The True Story of These Famous Paranormal Investigators 1:14:06

17d ago1:14:06

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Exploring the real life history of the paranormal investigators behind countless classic cases like the Conjuring House, the Amityville Horror, and the Annabelle Doll: Ed & Lorraine Warren. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: redwebpod.com Paranormal investigators. Demonologists. Frauds. They've been called it all. Their names became synonymou…

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EP-298 | ‘Fugitive’ Tag, Loan Default, Refund, BYJU’S 3.0, BCCI, SRK, Messi & Layoffs | Byju & Divya 2:08:21

18d ago2:08:21

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Byju Raveendran is a teacher and engineer, and the founder of BYJU’S, once India’s most valuable edtech startup, valued at 22 billion dollars. Divya Gokulnath, his wife and co-founder, played a key role in shaping BYJU’S content and brand. BYJU’S saw a rapid rise followed by a sharp fall due to financial losses, governance issues, and legal trouble…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Unfriended (2015) 5:10

20d ago5:10

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Visit redwebpod.com to get this full episode of Movie Club, our exclusive podcast exploring movies from classic to crap. On this week's episode of Movie Club, we're back in the world of horror as we tackle the found footage movie Unfriended. Sensitive topics: suicide, cyber bullying, racist slurs, homophobic slurs, sexual assault, drug use "Awkward…

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263 - The Halbe Pocket, 1945 44:41

19d ago44:41

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In the final weeks of the Second World War, as Soviet forces closed in on Berlin, tens of thousands of German soldiers and civilians found themselves encircled in what became known as the Halbe Pocket. In a desperate attempt to break out west and surrender to the Americans rather than the Soviets, brutal fighting erupted in the forests south of Ber…

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From Quebec to Alaska by Bike: The Crazy Life of Pierre Beauregard 46:50

21d ago46:50

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In this week's episode, Pierre shares how embraced a lifestyle of biking everywhere and pedaled from Quebec to Alaska and back, all while giving motivational talks across Canada in his 2023 Crazy Tour. From Ironman races and desert marathons to sleeping in strangers’ yards and finding joy in every ride, Pierre proves that happiness isn’t a destinat…

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EP-297 | How India’s Air Defence Systems Stunned Pakistan | Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor (Retd) 1:22:39

20d ago1:22:39

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Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor (Retd) has served as the Director General (Inspection and Safety) of the Indian Air Force. He has also held the position of Commandant at both the Air Force Academy and the National Defence Academy. With over 7,800 hours of incident-free flying on various trainer, transport, and strategic aircraft, he is considered one of…

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Why Shop Culture Should Matter More Than Money for Technicians | Lisa and Joelle from Promotive 1:24:37

24d ago1:24:37

1:24:37

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE In this episode, Jeff is joined by Lisa Coyle and Joelle Pollak from Promotive! Lisa emphasizes the importance of choosing a workplace based on people and …

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r/TheMallWorld | Have You Dreamed of This Endless Mall? 58:35

25d ago58:35

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Discussing the shared dream phenomenon that made waves online, r/TheMallWorld. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: redwebpod.com Have you ever dreamt of being trapped in an endless shopping mall that feels oddly familiar? Well you wouldn’t be alone. In 2021, a strange subreddit emerged where thousands of users described the same, surreal place…

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EP-296 | India-Pakistan Ceasefire: What's the Road Ahead? | Lt Gen Satish Dua (Retd) 1:25:02

24d ago1:25:02

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Lieutenant General Satish Dua (Retd) served as the Chief of Integrated Defence Staff and was also the Corps Commander of the Srinagar-based 15 Corps. He played a key role in planning and executing the Uri surgical strikes in Kashmir. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, he shares insights on the evolving nature of drone warfare be…

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EP-295 | Indian Navy, Karachi Port, Turkey, Nuclear Submarines & More | Vice Admiral SN Ghormade 59:00

24d ago59:00

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Vice Admiral Satishkumar Namdeo Ghormade served in the Indian Navy for 39 years and retired in 2022. He held several key positions, including serving as the 36th Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, deputy Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (Operations and Training), Controller of Personnel Services at Naval Headquarters, and Chief of Staff of the Eastern…

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EP-294 | India-Pakistan Face-off, China’s Link & Indus Water Treaty | Tilak Devasher & Yash Sinha 1:23:47

26d ago1:23:47

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Tilak Devasher is an author, an expert on everything Pakistan and a member of India’s National Security Advisory Board. Yash Sinha is the former High Commissioner of India to the United Kingdom, Sri Lanka and also served as India’s Chief Information Commissioner. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, the guests discuss the possible…

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Bill Barilko Scored the Stanley Cup Winner… Then Vanished: Finding the Wreckage of the Infamous Crash 44:27

28d ago44:27

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His body wasn’t found for 11 years. The Leafs didn’t win another cup until it was.This is the story behind one of Canada’s most chilling sports legends — told by the man who helped recover the wreckage, Kevin Vincent. From remote northern Ontario bush to Tragically Hip lyrics, from Stanley Cup glory to smuggled gold, this episode dives into the rea…

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EP-293 | Operation Sindoor, Nuclear Option, Indian Army & Masood Azhar | Lt. Gen. KJS Dhillon (Retd) 1:37:23

29d ago1:37:23

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Lt. Gen. K.J.S. Dhillon (Retd), popularly known as ‘Tiny Dhillon’, is a highly decorated officer with a distinguished career spanning over 39 years. He has served as the Director General of the Defence Intelligence Agency and Deputy Chief of the Integrated Defence Staff (Intelligence). He earned widespread recognition for leading unconventional, pe…

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Tom Schearer - TOOLS, Training, and Team Development 1:23:07

29d ago1:23:07

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE In this episode, Jeff is joined by Tom Schearer of Schearer Sales and Service. Tom talks about the complexities of used car sales, emphasizing the importan…

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273: Publishing to EdTech: The Unlikely Road to Evolution Labs with Founder Peter Kraft 1:26:53

29d ago1:26:53

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Peter Kraft is the Founder and President of Evolution Labs. Prior to founding Evolution Labs, Kraft was instrumental in forming and re-envisioning two educational software companies that led the industry in recruitment, enrollment and retention of college students. He co-founded GoalQuest in 2000 and served as its CEO until 2007 when he spearheaded…

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Hollinwell Incident | What Caused 200+ Children to Suddenly Collapse? 47:24

1M ago47:24

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Unraveling the theories behind the collapse of dozens of children at a marching band event, ranging from pesticides to radio waves, at the Hollinwell Incident. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: redwebpod.com In 1980, dozens of children suddenly collapsed during a marching band event in a quiet English village. The symptoms were real, but the…

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EP-292 | India-Pakistan Tensions, Global Support, Risks and Strategy | Sushant Sareen & Ajay Bisaria 1:49:53

1M ago1:49:53

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Ajay Bisaria, Distinguished Fellow at the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), previously served as India’s High Commissioner to Pakistan. Sushant Sareen, also a Senior Fellow at ORF, an expert on Pakistan and security issues in the region. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, the two discuss how India should respond to the recent …

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(Preview) Movie Club | Inside Man (2006) 6:06

1M ago6:06

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Visit redwebpod.com to get this full episode of Movie Club, our exclusive podcast exploring movies from classic to crap. On this week's episode of Movie Club, we continue to branch out into other genres and tackle the Spike Lee heist movie Inside Man. Sensitive topics: racism, war crimes, gun violence "Awkward Meeting", "Crypto", "Echoes of Time v2…

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262 - The 7th Infantry Regiment 49:08

1M ago49:08

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The 7th Infantry Regiment, known as the "Cottonbalers," is one of the oldest units in the U.S. Army, originally formed in 1812. It has fought in nearly every major American conflict, including the Civil War, both World Wars, Korea, and Iraq. Renowned for its bravery and deep traditions, the regiment remains an active combat unit to this day. I'm jo…

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EP-291 | Nepal Crisis, Monarchy Push, China Factor, India Ties & Youth Anger | Manjeev Singh Puri 52:11

1M ago52:11

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Manjeev Singh Puri is a retired Indian diplomat from the 1982 batch of the Indian Foreign Service, with a distinguished career spanning over 36 years. He last served as India’s Ambassador to Nepal. Over the course of his career, he held key positions in India and abroad, representing the country at major multilateral organisations including the Uni…

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Camping, Cycling, and Surviving: Buck Miller’s Epic Backroads Adventure 42:28

1M ago42:28

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What happens when you pack a tent, a bike, and a wild dream? Former pro cyclist Buck Miller joins Backroads Bill to share his insane adventures biking through Canada's remote north — hauling camping gear, battling brutal cold, crossing frozen tundra, and chasing the rugged freedom only northern Ontario and Manitoba can offer. From cycling the world…

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Lucas Underwood Gets Real About Leadership, Life, and Money 2:01:10

1M ago2:01:10

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE In this episode, Jeff Compton and Lucas Underwood get real about the realities of shop ownership and the repair industry. Lucas harps on why you need to bu…

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Assassination of Olof Palme | Who Killed the Swedish Prime Minister? 47:46

1M ago47:46

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Examining the murky investigation and prime suspects behind the assassination of Swedish prime minister Olof Palme. Ad-free episodes & bonus content: redwebpod.com On one of Stockholm’s busiest streets, Sweden’s Prime Minister was gunned down after a night at the movies. What followed was one of the largest investigations in Europe’s history involv…

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EP-290 | What Does Kashmir Want? Is Azadi Sentiment Still Alive? | Former Separatist Bilal Gani Lone 1:21:02

1M ago1:21:02

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Bilal Lone is a former separatist and the elder son of Abdul Gani Lone, the Hurriyat Conference leader who founded the People’s Conference. Bilal was part of the Hurriyat Conference delegation that met Deputy Prime Minister L.K. Advani in Delhi in 2004. His younger brother, Sajjad Lone, is currently a member of the Jammu and Kashmir assembly. Bilal…

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EP-289 | The Shocking Truth About Naxalism in Chhattisgarh | IPS Sundarraj Pattilingam Reveals All 56:22

1M ago56:22

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Sundarraj Pattilingam is an Indian Police Service officer currently serving as the Inspector General (IG) of Bastar Range in Chhattisgarh. He is known for his leadership in operations against Maoist insurgents in the region. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Sundarraj discusses how Naxalism is coming to an end in Chhattisgarh. …

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Frozen Highways & $20 Milk: Canada's Longest Winter Road is Crucial for Modern Day Survival 47:18

1M ago47:18

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In this episode of Backroads Bill, we take you on a 767km Arctic journey along the longest seasonal ice road in the world — from Gillam, Manitoba to Fort Severn and Peawanuck, Ontario. Hosts Bill and Ben are joined by “Behind-the-Scenes Brian” to share stories of isolation, survival, $20 milk, polar bear tracks, and navigating the remote North like…

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EP-288 | Pahalgam Terror Attack: How Pak-Backed Terrorists Planned it & Will India Respond 59:57

1M ago59:57

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India has faced its worst terrorist attack on civilians since the 2008 Mumbai attacks. In Kashmir's Pahalgam, 27 innocent lives were lost and 15 others were injured in an attack backed by Pakistan. Terrorists opened fire at point-blank range, targeting innocent tourists. Four terrorists stormed the popular tourist location, creating chaos for 20 mi…

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Why Training and Networking Matter in Auto Repair | Bret Fadely 1:16:28

1M ago1:16:28

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERE In this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by Brett T. Fadley to discuss the upcoming TOOLS training event in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Brett shares how TOOLS …

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Death of Christopher Case | Did a Terrifying Curse Predict His Death or Cause It? 54:49

2M ago54:49

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Unpacking the eerie question of whether Christopher Case died from a curse or natural causes. Ad-free episodes & bonus content: redwebpod.com After returning from what should have been a regular work trip, a man began to call his friends in a panic, fearing for his life. One week later, police found him deceased. Was this an untimely medical traged…

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261 - Agent Zo 43:52

1M ago43:52

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In this episode of the WW2 Podcast, I’m joined by Clare Mulley to uncover the extraordinary story of Elżbieta Zawacka—known by her codename, "Zo"—a woman who defied the odds as a resistance fighter, courier, and special operations agent during the Second World War. Zo was the only woman to make the perilous journey from Warsaw to London as an emiss…

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