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In this episode of #GaleForceWins, Allan Dale sits down in Ottawa with Tim Powers—Chairman of Summa Strategies, prominent national political commentator, entrepreneur, and proud Newfoundlander.

Tim shares candid stories about growing up in St. John’s, the rich political and entrepreneurial history of his family (including the Crosbie family legacy and the Newfoundland Margarine Company), and how his experiences in Labrador inspired his graduate studies at the London School of Economics. From working as a bouncer on George Street at Trapper John's and serving as President of Rugby Canada, to working alongside political heavyweights like John Crosbie, Joe Clark, and Doug Young, Tim reflects on the mentors, lessons, and values that shaped his career. Plus, he pulls back the curtain on national political broadcasting, his craft beverage and bakery ventures, and how becoming a father at 46 changed his perspective on life.

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Introduction to Tim Powers
0:42 Growing Up in St. John’s & Attending St. Bonaventure's College
1:32 Family Influences: Parents Barney and Debbie Powers
2:53 Sibling Rivalries & How Tim's Parents Met in Newfoundland
4:23 The Crosbie Family Legacy, Confederation & The Newfoundland Margarine Company
6:08 Ontario Grandparents: WWI History, Nursing & A Letter from Mackenzie King
7:56 The Magic of Growing Up Around a Newfoundland Kitchen Table
8:49 Academic Journey: From MUN and The Breezeway to the London School of Economics
10:50 Connection to Labrador, Davis Inlet & Studying the Innu Culture
12:55 A Life in Rugby: Swilers RFC, Mentors & Serving as President of Rugby Canada
15:02 Working as a George Street Bouncer at Trapper John’s & The Hughes Inquiry
19:15 Life Lessons from Retail & Hospitality Jobs
20:08 Entering Politics: Working for John Crosbie, Joe Clark & Doug Young
21:48 The Power of Seeking Out Strong Mentors
23:43 Current Ventures: Summa Strategies, Craft Brewing, Seltzers & Owning a Bakery
24:48 Serving on the Boards of Memorial University & The Canadian Olympic Committee
25:04 Becoming a Father at 46 & Passing Down Newfoundland Roots
27:22 Behind the Scenes in Media: VOCM, CBC Power & Politics, and Bell Media
30:09 What’s on the Horizon: Business Expansion & Aluminum Trade Tariffs
31:34 Youth Sports & Keeping Kids Grounded
32:34 Philanthropy in Labrador & The Happy Valley-Goose Bay YMCA

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Forget the multi-trillion-dollar "Golden Dome"—Canada needs a sovereign, cost-effective defence architecture built for the reality of the North.

In this episode (EP286) of #GaleForceWins, host Allan Dale sits down with long-time defence advisor Lee Carson to discuss the evolving geopolitical landscape facing Canada's Arctic. Carson lays out why a Canadian-led solution—dubbed the "Igloo"—is critical to securing our northern sovereignty. Built block by block using Canadian and allied technologies, dual-use infrastructure, and led directly by Inuit communities and Arctic labor, this holistic vision reimagines how Canada defends its skies, land, and subsea frontiers.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Introduction & Welcome: Allan Dale & Lee Carson

00:37 - NORAD Modernization & Working with Inuit Development Corp

01:36 - A Shifting Geopolitical Context: Arctic Threats North & South

02:11 - The Problem with the "Golden Dome" & Lessons from Modern Warfare

05:09 - Introducing "The Igloo": Canada’s Cost-Effective Arctic Defence

06:14 - Build, Partner, Buy: Inuit Leadership and Canadian Innovation

07:41 - The Building Blocks: Radar, Aircraft, Fighters, and R&D

09:52 - Undersea Warfare: Protecting Arctic Subsea Cables & Infrastructure

11:16 - Dual-Use Technology and Galvanizing National Leadership

13:30 - Breaking Down Stovepipes: Is the Igloo Doable Today?

15:44 - Next Steps: Deep Blue Conference & European Partnerships

17:02 - Bringing It All Under One Umbrella

18:00 - Final Thoughts & Closing Remarks

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On Episode 285 of GaleForceWins, we are joined by Canadian filmmaker, entrepreneur, former naval officer, and author Jason Donville at the historic Crow’s Nest Officers' Club in St. John’s, Newfoundland.

Sitting down alongside his dear friend and former Royal Canadian Navy submarine shipmate and #GaleForceWins Co Founder Allan Dale, Jason opens up about his compelling new novel, A Medicine Game.

Set against the harsh backdrop of Sarajevo during the Bosnian War and stretching to the living traditions of Six Nations, A Medicine Game follows two infantry officers and Royal Roads Military College best friends, Moose and Jonathan. As they navigate the brutal realities of peacekeeping and moral injury, Jonathan—a Mohawk soldier—turns to lacrosse, the Creator’s Game, as a powerful path toward healing.

In this episode, we dive deep into the central themes of Jason's book:

• The enduring power of male friendship and brotherhood built through military service
• The weight of moral injury and the realities faced by peacekeepers
• Ancient traditions of love, sacrifice, and the long road home to healing

To quote Jason on Instagram "A huge thank you to Allan Dale and Gerry Carew for bringing this conversation together in such an iconic, historic venue."

🎧 Listen to Episode 285 now on all major podcast platforms, or watch the full video on YouTube!

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Gale Force Wins started out simply as an inspirational podcast releasing episodes wherever you get your podcasts every Tuesday evening. We continue to do that every Tuesday but have expanded into custom content for clients. We also have perfected a conference and trade show offering where you can receive over 20 videos edited and posted to social media at the same time the event is unfolding.

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