Dialogue Over Division

About Dialogue Over Division

Welcome to Dialogue over Division, a podcast dedicated to empowering Canadians to engage in meaningful conversations about democracy and how we can come together as a nation to make a difference. Our goal is to help Canadians to bridge the gap that often exists between different opinions and viewpoints, encouraging them to engage in respectful, thoughtful conversations that can lead to greater understanding, unity, and progress. Join us on Dialogue over Division, and let's work together for a brighter, more united Canada.

Publisher

Eva Chipiuk

Category

government

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

19 May 2023

Latest episode

14 Dec 2025

Latest episodes

37 of 49 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   14 Dec 2025

   048 | National Interest #6 – Personal and Community Wellbeing: Building Strength and Resilience

   In this episode of Dialogue Over Division, we continue our series on the national interests identified by former Lieutenant Colonel David Redman in his 25-year vision for the country. The sixth national interest, Personal and Community Wellbeing, is foundational to the strength and resilience of our nation. Each national interest matters on its own, but they are deeply interconnected. Without healthy individuals and strong communities, our ability to advance in other areas of national interest is weakened. We explore how physical, mental, and spiritual health contribute to a thriving society. David discusses the importance of personal responsibility in maintaining health, while also recognizing the role of families, communities, and broader systems of support. Wellbeing is not just about avoiding illness, it is about fostering purpose, resilience, and the capacity to adapt to challenges together. Our conversation examines how societal pressures, government policy, and cultural influences shape both personal choices and collective health outcomes. Colonel Redman shares practical insights on how communities can be strengthened through proactive approaches to wellness, shared values, and mutual support. By grounding wellbeing in both individual action and community responsibility, we can create a framework that empowers citizens and nurtures unity. We also highlight the essential role of citizens in shaping a culture of health, one that encourages participation, connection, and long-term investment in the wellbeing of future generations. Join us as we unpack why personal and community wellbeing is essential to a confident, resilient Canada, and how each of us has a role to play in ensuring it endures. Because if we neglect the health of ourselves and our communities, how can we expect our nation to flourish? We hope you enjoyed this series as much as we did! To explore these ideas further, read the full paper by Lieutenant Colonel David Redman, Canada 2024: A Confident Resilient Nation or a Fearful Fractured Country, available here: https://fcpp.org/2024/03/21/policy-series-canada-2024-a-confident-resilient-nation-or-a-fearful-fractured-country/ Connect with Eva Chipiuk: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.chipiuk.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X/Rumble/YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@echipiuk⁠⁠⁠

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   30 Nov 2025TRANSCRIPT

   047 | National Interest #5 – Economic Prosperity and Growth: Building a Thriving Future

   In this episode of Dialogue Over Division, we continue our series on the national interests identified by former Lieutenant Colonel David Redman in his 25-year vision for the country. The fifth national interest, Economic Prosperity and Growth, is the engine that sustains our national security, unity, and overall wellbeing. Each national interest is important on its own, but they are deeply interconnected. Without a strong and resilient economy, Canada’s ability to achieve progress in other areas is greatly diminished. Together we explore how a vibrant private sector fuels innovation, opportunity, and long-term stability. We discuss the importance of reducing over-reliance on government, creating conditions for entrepreneurship, and ensuring that economic growth serves the broader public good. Economic strength is not just about financial wealth, it is about enabling citizens to thrive, communities to flourish, and the country to withstand future challenges. Our conversation examines how short-term thinking and reactive policies have limited Canada’s potential, and why a bold 25-year vision is necessary to chart a path toward sustainable prosperity. Colonel Redman offers practical strategies for fostering growth rooted in productivity, investment, and fairness, while emphasizing the role of citizens in demanding sound economic leadership. We highlight the essential connection between economic vitality and the broader national interests, from security to governance to community wellbeing. A resilient economy underpins every other dimension of a strong and confident nation. Join us as we unpack why economic prosperity and growth are vital to Canada’s future, and how each of us has a responsibility in shaping an economy that empowers generations to come. How can we expect to secure our future, protect our freedoms, and strengthen our communities if we do not first commit ourselves to building an economy that provides opportunity and resilience for all Canadians? To explore these ideas further, read the full paper by Lieutenant Colonel David Redman, Canada 2024: A Confident Resilient Nation or a Fearful Fractured Country, available here: https://fcpp.org/2024/03/21/policy-series-canada-2024-a-confident-resilient-nation-or-a-fearful-fractured-country/ Connect with Eva Chipiuk: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.chipiuk.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X/Rumble/YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@echipiuk⁠⁠⁠

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   2 Nov 2025TRANSCRIPT

   046 | National Interest #4 – Rights and Freedoms: Safeguarding Canada’s Democratic Foundation

   In this episode of Dialogue Over Division, we continue our series on the national interests identified by former Lieutenant Colonel David Redman in his 25-year vision for the country. The fourth national interest, Rights and Freedoms, is essential to preserving the democratic foundation of Canada. Each national interest stands on its own, but they are deeply connected, and without robust protections for our rights, the stability and unity of the nation are at risk. Eva and David explore the historical context and lasting significance of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, examining how it was designed to safeguard our individual liberties while balancing the responsibilities we share as a society. We discuss how rights are not abstract ideals—they are living principles that require us to understand, defend, and engage with them to prevent government overreach and maintain a vibrant democracy. Our conversation addresses the tension between protecting our individual freedoms and meeting collective needs, especially in times of crisis. We emphasize that rights and freedoms are only as strong as our willingness to stand up for them, and that disengagement leaves space for erosion—sometimes subtly, sometimes swiftly. We also look at the role of informed public participation in shaping the future of Canadian society, and how a clear, long-term vision rooted in respect for rights can help ensure a resilient and confident nation. Protecting our freedoms is not solely the responsibility of government, it is a shared duty that calls for vigilance, education, and active citizenship. Join us as we examine why Rights and Freedoms must remain a national priority, how they shape Canada’s character, and what it will take to ensure they endure for generations to come. Because if we don’t understand and defend our rights, how can we expect to keep them? To explore these ideas further, read the full paper by Lieutenant Colonel David Redman, Canada 2024: A Confident Resilient Nation or a Fearful Fractured Country, available here: https://fcpp.org/2024/03/21/policy-series-canada-2024-a-confident-resilient-nation-or-a-fearful-fractured-country/ Connect with Eva Chipiuk: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.chipiuk.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X/Rumble/YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@echipiuk⁠⁠⁠

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047 | National Interest #5 – Economic Prosperity and Growth: Building a Thriving Future

Published 30 Nov 2025 · Transcript excerpt

[…] All right. So a very small regulatory framework to guarantee national self-sufficiency through a regulatory framework that's minimum, but that says if you're going to be responsible for this, you have to have two of them. If you're going to be responsible for this, we need to grow our food in Canada and support a private sector industry that thrives making food for Canadians while sharing with it with an international market. But always knowing that if suddenly the borders get closed all around us through war or whatever, a fake pandemic. we have self-sufficiency, that we don't need truckers driving to Mexico to pick up enough food so we don't starve within a week in our own country. […]

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• Lucia Zivcakova
• Greg Wycliffe
• Dr Matthew Rowley
• Alise Mills
• Anne Stevenson

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YouTube views

48,436

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

4.3 / 5

15 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 65 / 100

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Quality

64

Social presence

0

YouTube

85

Engagement

81

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